Menu
Introducing the menu at Iza Ramen Lower Haight, a trendy and casual spot in San Francisco. The restaurant offers a variety of starters like Karaage Fried Chicken and Takoyaki Octopus Balls. Their Bento Box & Katsu Sandwich section includes options like Angus Filet Mignon Katsu Sandwich and Jidori Chicken Katsu Sandwich. Customers have praised the attentive service and accommodating staff. The ramen, while not groundbreaking, offers solid options like the Spicy Iza Ramen with flavorful broth and a highlight of a perfectly cooked egg. The restaurant's vibe is inviting, making it a great spot for a quick meal with friends or family. While the prices may be slightly on the higher side for ramen, the overall experience and quality of the dishes make it worth a visit.
Starters
Seaweed Salad
Fresh made seaweed salad
Karaage Fried Chicken
5 pieces of marinated fried chicken with daikon radish ponzu.
Takoyaki Octopus Balls
6 pieces of crispy octopus balls with bonito flakes, red pickled ginger and sweet demi sauce.
Chicken Pot Stickers
7 pieces of deep fried chicken pot stickers with okra tempura.
Shishito Peppers
Shishito peppers sauteed with Ponzu sauce
Crispy Bite Trio
3pc fried chicken, 3pc takoyaki, 3pc potstickers
Garlic Edamame
Okonomiyaki Fries
hand cut russet, kewpie, okonomi sauce, green onion, bonito flake
Hot Appetizers
Bento Box & Katsu Sandwich
Angus Filet Mignon Katsu Sandwich
Deep-fried Angus filet cutlet, Japanese shokupan milk bread, cabbage, homemade BBQ sauce, served with spiced curry french fries, & a kosher dill pickle
Jidori Chicken Katsu Sandwich
Deep-fried Jidori chicken cutlet, Japanese shokupan milk bread, cabbage, homemade BBQ sauce, served with spiced curry french fries & a kosher dill pickle
BBQ Chashu Pork Belly Bento Box
BBQ chashu pork, potato croquette, traditional sushi style tamago (egg), shibazuke (cucumber) pickles, takuwan (daikon radish) pickles, sesame seaweed salad, iceberg lettuce corn salad, & wakame tofu miso soup
Peppered Flank Steak Bento Box
BBQ flank steak, homemade yakiniku sauce, potato croquette, traditional sushi style tamago (egg), shibazuke (cucumber) pickles, takuwan (daikon radish) pickles, sesame seaweed salad, iceberg lettuce corn salad, & wakame tofu miso soup
Chicken Karaage Bento Box
Japanese fried chicken, potato croquette, traditional sushi style tamago (egg), shibazuke (cucumber) pickles, takuwan (daikon radish) pickles, sesame seaweed salad, iceberg lettuce corn salad, & wakame tofu miso soup
BBQ Unagi Bento Box
BBQ unagi (freshwater eel), unagi sauce, potato croquette, traditional sushi style tamago (egg), shibazuke (cucumber) pickles, takuwan (daikon radish) pickles, sesame seaweed salad, iceberg lettuce corn salad, & wakame tofu miso soup
Chicken Katsu Curry Bento Box
Japanese curry, Jidori chicken cutlet, 2-piece chicken gyoza, potato croquette, takuwan (daikon radish) pickles, iceberg lettuce corn salad, & wakame tofu miso soup
Angus Filet Mignon Katsu Bento
potato croquette, traditional sushi style tamago (egg), shibazuke (cucumber) pickles, takuwan (daikon radish) pickles, sesame seaweed salad, iceberg lettuce corn salad, & wakame tofu miso soup
Tori Chili Chicken Bento
5pc Japanese fried chicken in sweet & spicy sauce, marinated egg, green onion, kimchee, potato croquette, traditional sushi style tamago (egg), shibazuke (cucumber) pickles, takuwan (daikon radish) pickles, sesame seaweed salad, iceberg lettuce corn salad, & wakame tofu miso soup
Salmon Sashimi Rice
Marinated salmon, seaweed salad, wasabi, and ginger over rice
Portobello Tempura Rice
Tempura fried portobello mushroom, seaweed salad, marinated bamboo shoots over rice
Rice Bowls
Noodles
Iza Ramen
Regular ramen noodle in iza special broth (mix of tonkotsu, chicken, bonito tuna and vegetable broth) with slow cooked BBQ pork, marinated egg, spicy green onion, bean sprouts, fresh seaweed and toasted crispy seaweed.
Spicy Iza Ramen
Iza Tsukemen
Thicker ramen noodle served with a separate concentrated dipping soup, ume shiso chicken, slow cooked BBQ pork, marinated egg, green onion, bean sprout, bamboo shoot, and crispy nori seaweed
Spicy Iza Tsukemen
Vegetarian Miso Ramen
Regular ramen noodle in miso soup with egg, green onion, bean sprouts, corn, bamboo shoot and cloud ear mushroom.
Spicy Vegetarian Ramen
Paitan Tonkotsu Ramen
Thinner Ramen noodles in creamy Tonkotsu pork broth with chasu BBQ pork, marinated egg, cloud ear mushroom, pickled Takana mustard leaf, yuzu
Hiyashi Chuka Cold Ramen
Cold Ramen noodles served with chasu BBQ pork, micro greens, cucumber, marinated egg, pickled ginger, shiso, tempura bits, and Tahini sesame vinaigrette dressing
Coca-Cola Can
Sprite Can
Japanese Melon Soda Can 16oz
Japanese Ramune Soda 7oz
Calpico Yogurt Flavored Drink 16oz
Topo Chico Sparkling Water
Evian 1L Bottled Water
Mr. Brown Iced Coffee Blue Mountain Blend
Diet Coke Can
Drinks
Alcohol (Must be 21 to Purchase)
Ozeki Shirosasa Nigori Sake 10 oz.
Must be 21 to purchase. Ozeki Shiro Sasa Nigori Sake is an unfiltered, cloudy sake with a sweet, creamy but refreshing taste that pairs well with any meals. Compared to the regular nigori sake products, Shiro Sasa Nigori Sake has a reduced sweetness and makes a perfect aperitif or dessert wine.
Kinokuniya Bunzaemon Sake 10oz
Must be 21 to Purchase. A slow-brewed Junmai Ginjo born from two kinds of rice with established reputations. Like its namesake, a famous business tycoon, this sake knows how to present only the best qualities. The gently blooming aroma from the Omachi rice blends with the full-bodied, rich flavor given to it by Yamadanishiki rice. A slight tartness eases into a clean, savory experience on the palate. The chief brewer recommends serving cold to maximize enjoyment.
Kawaba Snow Weizen
Must be 21 to Purchase. Japan- Weizenbock- Refreshing, smooth & 100% wheat beer, Snow Weizen starts with a soft, subtle entry on the palate & develops into a round, full-bodied weizen. With a sweet & slightly citrusy finish, this beer pairs well with almost any dish.
Sapporo Draft Pint
Must be 21 to Purchase. With lush use of aroma hops, Sapporo Premium has an amazingly crisp taste, refreshing flavor, and refined bitterness to leave a clean finish. Whether in our iconic silver can that is long loved by our American fans, in bottles or on tap, Sapporo Premium beer can be enjoyed on any occasion.
Lost Abbey Devotion Blonde Ale Pint
Must be 21 to Purchase. A lighter bodied beer that immediately makes an initial hop impression followed by a brief thinning layer of malt which is swallowed in the driest finish by a driven hop expression. Must be 21 to purchase
Fort Point Villager IPA
Must be 21 to Purchase. This beer blends classic Northwest hops with contemporary ale yeast to establish a delicately constructed IPA. Aromas of citrus and floral, with notes of stone fruit and tropical flavor in the finish.
Yaegaki Junmai 300ml
Must be 21 to Purchase. his is an authentic sake brewed in the United States under the Supervision of Reiko Kushibiki, the first female sake master in the U.S. Yaegaki is smooth and full-bodied. Enjoy warm or cold.
Sayuri Nigori Sake 300ml
Must be 21 to Purchase. An unfiltered sake in a cheerful bottle. The light pink glass is the perfect shade to represent the sake, which piques your taste buds. Its creamy taste matches its creamy texture. The natural smoothness is enhanced by the fruity, almost strawberry nose, which lifts the spirits like a sweet song. If you prefer lighter brews, don't miss the chance to give this one a try.
Sequoia Sake Genshu (Unpasteurized) 375ml
Must be 21 to Purchase. Full-strength sake, luscious on the palate with dried fruits and hints of anise and spice on the finish. Nice for pairing with similarly spicy foods, e.g. curries or charcuterie. Roosters are brash and bold, like the Genshu sake which is undiluted, with higher alcohol content (17.5%) and a richer and deeper taste than the Nama.
Ozeki One Cup Sake 6oz
One Cup Ozeki is a refreshing and well balanced sake with a variety of sizes and tastes.
Otokoyama Namacho One Cup 6oz
The nose on this very cool looking can is filled with ricy, woody, and nutty aromas. This is an extremely user friendly can of sake. It is super clean, light, thin and balanced and simply disappears from the palate.
Kuroushi Omachi 6oz One Cup
Kuroushi's "Black Bull" is rich and ricey, with a soft earthiness, and a touch of leather. It's a full-bodied, dry sake made to show off the best qualities of the Omachi rice varietalthe oldest pure strain of sake rice, discovered in 1859. The result is a rich, layered, nuanced, soft yet sturdy sake suitable for pairing with nearly any cuisine but enjoyed best with beef. With an aroma of white muscat grapes and citrus fruits, its soft acidic taste flows down the palate very smoothly. It has a very elegant, long finish.
Mama Original
spiced beef patty, tomato, lettuce, mustard, & house-made bbq sauce, steamed bun
Messy Chicken
crispy-fried buttermilk chicken, lettuce, tomato, mustard, house messy sauce, house salsa, steamed bun
Sometimes Papa
fried braised pork belly, lettuce, mayo, house sweet garlic soy sauce, steamed bun
Tokyo BBQ
marinated BBQ sliced flank steak, lettuce, mayo on grilled rice patties
Kyo Twist (Vegetarian)
miso marinated eggplant, fried tofu, avocado, lettuce
Curry Fries (Vegetarian)
spiced garlic curry salt, ketchup or orange honey sour cream dip
Signature Crispy Curry Piroshki
Deep fried bun filled with Japanese beef curry
Butcher's Fries
Fries tossed in a smoked cream tomato sauce
Butcher's Mama Pop-Up