Yaya Tea – Japanese
This lively nook captures the spirited essence of Japanese street food, where the air is filled with the tempting aroma of golden-fried gyoza and savory, sauce-drizzled takoyaki. Guests can tuck into hand-pressed onigiri stuffed with seasoned chicken or crabmeat, offering a perfect balance of crisp textures and comforting flavors for a quick yet soul-satisfying escape.
80 DeKalb Avenue, New York, New York 11201 https://yayatea.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, glp1, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Yaya Tea
Dairy-Free at Yaya Tea
Yaya Tea in Brooklyn has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Citrus Spare Ribs Onigiri, Vegan Ginger Chicken Onigiri and Seaweed Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Yaya Tea
Yaya Tea in Brooklyn has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Seaweed Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Yaya Tea
Yaya Tea in Brooklyn has 12 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Citrus Spare Ribs Onigiri, Vegan Ginger Chicken Onigiri and Spicy Crawfish Onigiri. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Yaya Tea
Yaya Tea in Brooklyn has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Ginger Chicken Onigiri and Fried Shumai (5pcs). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Yaya Tea
Yaya Tea in Brooklyn has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seaweed Salad and Tea Latte Upgrade. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Yaya Tea
Yaya Tea in Brooklyn has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seaweed Salad and Tea Latte Upgrade. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Yaya Tea
Yaya Tea in Brooklyn has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Citrus Spare Ribs Onigiri, Vegan Ginger Chicken Onigiri and Seaweed Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Yaya Tea
Yaya Tea in Brooklyn has 7 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Citrus Spare Ribs Onigiri, Vegan Ginger Chicken Onigiri and Seaweed Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Yaya Tea
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Yakisoba | 63 g | 55.7 g |
| Pan-Fried Udon | 37.5 g | 44.9 g |
| Vegan Ginger Chicken Onigiri | 15.2 g | 43.6 g |
| Fried Shumai (5pcs) | 0.2 g | 24 g |
| Thai Milk Tea | 33.3 g | 11.9 g |
| Shrimp Tempura (3pcs) | 12.3 g | 9.8 g |
| Fried Gyoza (6pc) | 15.8 g | 9.5 g |
| Edamame | 2.8 g | 8.9 g |
| Fried Takoyaki (8pc) | 35.1 g | 8.1 g |
| Chicken Onigiri | 11.8 g | 7.8 g |
| Spicy Crawfish Onigiri | 11.3 g | 6.3 g |
| Crabmeat Onigiri | 4.7 g | 5.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its reliability as a frequent destination for family dinners, guests appreciate the approachable and decent atmosphere that accommodates casual evening meals. Reviewers highlight the consistent experience that keeps long-time patrons returning for dozens of visits, noting the setting is comfortable and familiar for a relaxed night out with loved ones.
Menu
Appetizers
- Edamame: Steamed soybeans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Spring Roll (5pcs): Vegetable spring rolls Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Takoyaki (8pc): Octopus dough balls Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Gyoza (6pc): Pork or shrimp dumplings Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Shumai (5pcs): Shrimp dumplings Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Tempura (3pcs): Fried shrimp Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seaweed Salad: Seasoned seaweed Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Onigiri (Riceballs)
- Chicken Onigiri: Chicken filling Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: lunch
- Crabmeat Onigiri: Imitation crabmeat Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Japanese Onigiri: Seaweed, crab meat & egg Available at: lunch
- Salmon Onigiri: Cooked salmon Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: lunch
- Spicy Crawfish Onigiri: Crawfish with seaweed Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: lunch
- Spam Onigiri: Spam filling Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Citrus Spare Ribs Onigiri: Soy protein spare ribs Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: lunch
- Vegan Ginger Chicken Onigiri: Soy protein chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GLP-1, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: lunch
Rice & Noodle Entrees
- Tokyo Rice Bowl: Fried chicken served with cabbage over rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yakisoba: Stir-fried noodles with cabbage (Chicken, Beef, or Vegetable) Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pan-Fried Udon: Stir-fried noodles with onions, mushroom & cabbage (Chicken, Beef, or Vegetable) Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Better Life Fruit Tea: Strawberry, Lychee, and Pineapple Green Tea Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Blue Blood Fruit Tea: Strawberry, Lychee, and Blueberry Black Tea Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Taro Milk Tea: Taro flavored milk tea
- Thai Milk Tea: Traditional Thai milk tea
- Jasmine Green Tea: Freshly brewed jasmine green tea Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Tea Latte Upgrade - $1: Fresh tea & fresh milk Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC
Frequently Asked Questions about Yaya Tea
- Is Yaya Tea dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Yaya Tea has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Citrus Spare Ribs Onigiri, Vegan Ginger Chicken Onigiri and Seaweed Salad.
- What can I eat at Yaya Tea on a dairy-free diet?
- Vegan Citrus Spare Ribs Onigiri, Vegan Ginger Chicken Onigiri and Seaweed Salad carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Yaya Tea have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Vegan Citrus Spare Ribs Onigiri and Vegan Ginger Chicken Onigiri.
- Is Yaya Tea gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Yaya Tea?
- Yakisoba, at roughly 55.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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