kiwa kitchen Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to kiwa kitchen, where the essence of Japanese cuisine meets the vibrancy of Asian fusion. Nestled in the heart of San Francisco's Bernal Heights, this cozy eatery offers an inviting atmosphere enhanced by friendly service. The menu is a delightful mix of familiar and innovative dishes, making it an ideal spot for both casual diners and adventurous foodies.
Start with the crispy Gyoza or indulge in the rich, flavorful Chicken Karaage. Don't miss their unique Squash Tempura, served with a luscious peanut tamarind sauce. For a refreshing touch, the House Salad with special miso dressing complements any meal perfectly. Vegetarian options abound, including the savory Tofu Teriyaki and hearty Japanese curry.
With excellent pricing and a commitment to quality, every dish at kiwa kitchen speaks to their dedication to comfort food crafted with care. Whether dining in or taking out, this restaurant guarantees a satisfying culinary experience.
Appetizer
Crispy Fried Tofu.
Fried firm tofu with sweet and sour sauce
Edamame
Blanched soybean with salt & lemon
Garlic Edamame
Sauteed Edamame with garlic (Spicy?)
Gyoza
6 pieces Pot Stickers (chicken or Veggie)
Tamago Stick
Tempura Tamago with ponzu sauce
Squash Tempura
Kabocha and Butternut (crushed peanut tamarind sauce)
Veggie Egg Roll
cabbage, mushroom, noodle, carrot, fried egg roll
Chicken Karaage
Battered fried Japanese style chicken
Shrimp Tempura
Tempura shrimp with ponzu sauce
Miso soup
red and white miso, scallion, tofu, and shiitake
Soup
Salad
Pear & Bleu cheese Salad
mix salad with red wine dressing, bleu cheese, macadamia nut
House Salad
mix spring salad with special house miso dressing
Tea leaf Salad
Romaine lettuce, peanut, almond, ginger, tomato, fermented tea leaf
Seaweed Salad
seaweed in light sesame oil, sesame seed
BBQ Pork Salad
cucumber, tomato, onions, cilantro, mix salad, spicy and sour dressing
Savory Sweet Chili Chicken
fried chicken coated with savory sweet chili sauce with rice and salad.
Savory Sweet Chili Tofu
crispy fried tofu tossed with sweet chili sauce with rice and salad.
Tofu Teriyaki
Lightly battered fried tofu with teriyaki sauce, rice & spring mix
Chicken Teriyaki
Grilled chicken with teriyaki sauce, rice & spring mix
Salmon Teriyaki
Grilled salmon with teriyaki sauce, rice & spring mix
BBQ Pork
Coriander BBQ pork shouder, rice & spring mix
BBQ Pork with Vermicelli
Coriander BBQ pork shouder with Vermicelli noodle
Yakiniku Flank Steak
Flank steak,onion,mushroom,sesame, rice & spring mix
Chicken Katsu
Panko deep fried chicken with sauce, rice & spring mix
Pork Katsu
Panko deep fried pork with sauce, rice & spring mix
Salmon Katsu
Panko deep fried salmon with sauce, rice & spring mix
Chashu pork
Chashu pork with rice & spring mix
Japanese Curry
choice of Chicken, Pork Katsu or Tofu with curry potato carrot and rice
Tossed Garlic Noodle
choice of Grilled Chicken or Tofu with tossed garlic noodle and veggie
Main Plates
Main Bowl
Tonkotsu Ramen
Creamy pork broth, chashu pork, egg, bamboo, cabbage, scallion, mushroom
Miso Ramen
Miso broth, pork, egg, bamboo, mushroom, napa cabbage, scallion
Shoyu Ramen
Soy base broth, chicken, egg, mushroom, napa cabbage, scallion
Veggie Ramen
Soy base broth, tofu, egg, mushroom, veggie, scallion
Salmon Sashimi Tsumu Awase
salmon sashimi, kizami wasabi, black tobiko, wasabi, pickled ginger.
Tuna Sashimi
tuna sashimi, kizami wasabi, ginger, wasabi
Unagi Sesame
grilled unagi, sesame seed, unagi sauce, wasabi, ginger
Flaky Slow cooked Salmon
slow cooked salmon, chopped shiso leaf
Flank Steak
Grilled flank Steak, Korean BBQ sauce
Tamago
Japanese omelette, toasted sesame seed, tempura flake
Chashu Chicken
chicken breast slow cooked, teriyaki sauce
Tsumu Awase mealbox
Sides
Jasmine rice
Brown rice
Vermicelli noodle
Side of mix veggie
Broccoli, carrot, green and yellow zucchini
French Fried
Soda
Juice
San Pellegrino
limonata
Homemade drinks
Thai Iced Tea, Hibiscus&Date
Bottle water
Beverage
Dessert
Mochi (choice of 3pcs)
Banana Lumpia
lumpia wrap & fried served with macadamia nut, coconut ice cream