Ichika Izakaya Menu

851 Cherry Ave, San Bruno, CA 94066, United States
$$$ Japanese restaurant
(106 Reviews)
Price Range $50–100

Welcome to Ichika Izakaya, a delightful Japanese restaurant nestled in San Bruno, CA. Located at 851 Cherry Ave, this culinary gem focuses on delivering a stellar izakaya experience. The menu offers a balanced selection of inventive Japanese fare, highlighting fresh ingredients with traditional techniques.

  • Sides like Miso Soup Tofu and Garlic Edamame showcase comforting flavors, while Shrimp Tempura offers a crisp, succulent bite.
  • Featured items like the Chefs Choice Skewer Set present a perfect opportunity to savor various grilled delicacies.
  • For heartier options, indulge in standout dishes such as the Scallop Butter Yaki or Takoyaki, which promise a satisfying experience with each bite.

Ichika Izakaya’s commitment to quality and service is evident from rave customer reviews, making it an ideal spot for sushi lovers and those seeking an exceptional dining journey.

Yakimono (1 Skewer per Order)

  • Chicken Skin
    US$6.50
  • Chicken Heart
    US$6.50
  • Mushroom
    US$5.50
  • Chicken & Scallion
    US$7.50
  • Chicken Gizzard
    US$7.50

Nigiri or Sashimi (1 Pc per Order)

  • Zuke Chu Toro

    Medium fatty bluefin tuna, Spain.

    US$9.00
  • Uni

    Sea urchin, local.

    US$13.00
  • O-Toro

    Supreme fatty bluefin tuna, Spain.

    US$10.00
  • A5 Wagyu

    Japanese beef A5 graded, Japan.

    US$15.00
  • Amaebi

    Raw sweet shrimp.

    US$10.00
  • Hon Maguro

    Bluefin tuna, Spain.

    US$7.00
  • Hirame

    Halibut, Korean.

    US$7.00
  • Hokkaido Uni

    Sea urchin, Japan.

    US$15.00
  • Muki Hotate

    Fresh scallop, Japan.

    US$8.00
  • Iwana

    Arctic char, Iceland.

    US$7.00
  • King Salmon

    New Zealand.

    US$7.00
  • Kurodai

    Blackhead seabream.

    US$7.00
  • Kampachi

    Amber jack, Hawaii.

    US$7.00
  • Ikura

    Salmon roe.

    US$7.00

Entree

  • Beef Teriyaki

    Grilled striploin beef steak w / teriyaki sauce

    US$21.00
  • Chicken Teriyaki

    Grilled boneless chicken thighs w / teriyaki sauce

    US$20.00
  • Salmon Teriyaki

    Grilled Salmon filet w teriyaki sauce

    US$21.00
  • Chicken Katsu

    Breaded deep fried chicken cutlets

    US$21.00

Rice & Noodle

  • Creamy Udon

    Cream-based mentaiko egg yolk sauce udon with clams, bacon, onion, mushroom, scallion, and seaweed.

    US$28.00
  • Tempura Udon

    Udon noodle soup with assorted veggie, shrimp tempura.

    US$22.00
  • Chashu Ramen

    Roasted Kurobuta pork belly, egg noodle in housemade tonkotsu broth with half boiled egg, corn, and scallion.

    US$23.00
  • Unagi Donburi

    BBQ eel over rice, pickle ginger, and seaweed.

    US$26.00

Cold Dish

  • Ankimo

    Stewed monkfish liver.

    US$15.50
  • Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice (4 Pc)

    Spicy tuna, avocado on crispy sushi rice cracker.

    US$19.00
  • Fish Taco (2Pc)

    Seared Salmon , white fish , avocado , jalapeno , salsa on crispy seaweed chips

    US$12.00
  • Sunomono Salad

    Cucumber, wakame seaweed in dashi vinegar.

    US$8.00
  • Tuna Tataki

    Sliced tuna with avocado, house sauce.

    US$21.00
  • Takowasa

    Chopped raw octopus marinated with wasabi.

    US$6.50
  • Tuna Lover (4Pc)

    Bluefin tuna,chutoro, Zuke chutoro, oToro

    US$29.00
  • Salmon Lover (4Pc)

    King salmon, Salmon belly , ocean Trout, artic char

    US$23.00
  • Kampachi Carpaccio

    Sliced amberjack with jalapeños, house sauce.

    US$21.00

Sushi Roll

  • Cherry Roll (8 Pc)

    Tuna, avocado, top with seared salmon, spicy mayo, and unagi sauce.

    US$20.50
  • Mango Tuna Roll (8Pc)

    Fresh mango , Tuna, avocado topped tuna , mango , spicy mayo

    US$20.50
  • Bayhill Roll (8 Pc)

    Shrimp tempura, spicy tuna topped with seared white fish, jalapeño, and spicy mayo.

    US$20.50
  • Mango Salmon Roll (8pc)

    Fresh mango ,salmon,avocado topped with salmon, mango sauce & spicy mayo

    US$20.50
  • Hot Girl Roll (8Pc)

    Deep Fried soft shell crab, Avocado topped with spicy tuna,jalapeno & spicy mayo, Unagi sauce

    US$20.50
  • Giants Roll (6 Pc)

    Salmon, tuna, whitefish, scallop, avocado, shiso leaves, and ikura.

    US$20.50
  • Romeo Roll (8Pc)

    Salmon ,avocado topped with sliced scallop and spicy mayo

    US$20.50
  • Dragon Roll (8 Pc)

    BBQ eel, imitation crab meat, fried shrimp, and avocado.

    US$20.50
  • Lion King Roll (8 Pc)

    Imitation crab meat, avocado topped with baked salmon, spicy mayo, and scallion.

    US$20.00
  • Rainbow Roll (8 Pc)

    Imitation crab meat, avocado topped with assorted sashimi.

    US$20.50
  • Warriors Roll (8pc)

    Imitation crab, shrimp tempura topped with seared salmon, crunchy onions, unagi sauce and spicy mayo

    US$20.50
  • Double Toro Roll (8 Pc)

    Fresh mango, avocado, and salmon belly top with seared fatty tuna and kizami wasabi.

    US$21.50
  • Veggie Dragon Roll (8 Pc)

    Vegan. Fried asparagus, avocado topped with fried eggplant.

    US$17.50

Sides

  • Miso Soup

    Tofu, seaweed, and scallion in soybean paste fish broth.

    US$4.00
  • Shrimp Tempura (1 Pc)

    Deep-fried shrimp.

    US$3.50
  • Steam Rice
    US$3.50
  • House Salad

    Green salad, top with corn in house yuzu mayonnaise dressing.

    US$7.00
  • Garlic Edamame

    Sauteed soybean with butter, garlic.

    US$11.50
  • Edamame

    Steamed soybean.

    US$8.00
  • Fresh Wasabi

    Kizami wasabi.

    US$3.00

Featured Item

  • Chefs Choice Skewer Set (6 Pc)
    US$38.00

Fried - Hot Dish

  • Fried Oyster (4Pc)

    Deep-fried oysters.

    US$15.00
  • Prawn & Crab Tempura

    Prawn, soft shell crab with egg yolk mentaiko sauce.

    US$15.00
  • Scallop Butter Yaki

    Sauteed Japanese Scallop, asparagus mussroom w butter , soy suce

    US$24.00
  • Takoyaki (5 Pc)

    Octopus in flour ball with bonito flake, mayo, and seaweed.

    US$14.00
  • Chicken Karaage

    Fried marinated chicken.

    US$15.50
  • Agedashi Tofu

    Fried tofu in dashi broth, bonito flakes, seaweed, and scallion.

    US$13.00
  • Corn Tempura

    Vegan. Fried fresh sweet corn seasoned with sea salt.

    US$15.00
  • Geso Karaage

    Fried squid legs.

    US$15.50

Grilled - Hot Dish

  • Grilled SEabass

    butter cooked with asparagus and mushrooms on side

    US$27.00
  • Shishito Pepper

    Blistered shishito pepper with bonito flakes on top.

    US$11.50
  • Kimchi Bacon

    Stir-fried kimchi, bacon, scallion, and sunny side up egg.

    US$16.50
  • Yaki Ika

    Grilled whole squid.

    US$14.50
  • Beef Steak

    Grilled striploin steak with miso butter sauce.

    US$20.50
  • Black Cod Miso Yaki

    Broiled miso marinated black cod.

    US$20.50
  • Hamachi Kama

    Grilled yellowtail collar with salt and pepper.

    US$17.50
  • Beef Short Rib

    Grilled marinated beef short ribs.

    US$17.50
  • Lamb Chop (2 Pc)

    Grilled lamb chop with basil garlic sauce.

    US$19.00

Omakase (Chef's Choice)

  • Omakase Sashimi (8 Pc)
    US$46.00
  • Deluxe Chirashi

    Assorted premium sashimi over sushi rice with uni, ikura.

    US$56.00
  • Deluxe Nigiri (10 Pc)

    Included uni, A5 wagyu.

    US$78.00
  • Omakase Nigiri (8 Pc)
    US$56.00