Buddha’s Favorite Menu

FRESH INNOVATIVE CREATIVE

JAPANESE CUISINE

EDAMAME - 8

Soybeans with salt

GARLIC SPICY EDAMAME - 10

Soybeans sautéed in garlic, butter, soy sauce, and black pepper

AVOCADO FRIES - 12

Avocado wedges, panko fried, with Nicole’s citrus ginger sauce

PANKO ONION RINGS- 10

Rings of onion, panko fried, with your choice of Japanese ketchup, spicy mayo, or tempura sauce

TEMPURA GREEN BEANS - 10

Tempura green beans served with garlic butter eel sauce

TEMPURA HALIBUT - 9/1pc

Halibut and shiso leaf, tempura fried, with sea salt and lemon juice

TEMPURA ROCK SHRIMP - 15

Tempura fried rock shrimp with spicy mayo, masago, eel sauce, and green onions

SHRIMP AND VEGGIE TEMPURA - 15/9 HALF SIZE

Shrimp, onion, zucchini, yam, squash, and green beans served with tempura sauce

VEGGIE TEMPURA - 12 / 7 HALF SIZE

Onion, zucchini, yam, squash, and green beans served with tempura sauce

CHICKEN GYOZA (Steamed or Fried) - 10

Ground chicken covered in a thin sheet of lye water dough served with ponzu chili sauce

VEGGIE GYOZA (Steamed or Fried) - 9

Various veggies covered in a thin sheet of lye water dough served with ponzu chili sauce

SHISHITO KOBACHI - 10

Blistered shishito peppers topped with ponzu sauce and bonito fish flakes

AGEDASHI - 9

Lightly battered squares of tofu, deep fried, with tempura sauce and green onions

BLACK COD "SAIKYO STYLE" - 16

Broiled black cod marinated in sweet miso

CRISPY RICE ALBACORE - 15

Crispy rice topped with seared albacore, sesame sauce, garlic ponzu, and fried garlic

CRISPY RICE SPICY TUNA - 15

Crispy rice topped with spicy tuna, jalapeños, eel sauce, and sriracha

POKE NACHOS - 16

Buddha’s poke mix, a variety of fish in our poke sauce, with slices of avocado, green onions, and crunchy wonton chips

OYSTERS - MP

Oysters are delivered fresh daily. Ask your server for today’s selection.

SALMON CANDY - 12

Kani kama wrapped in salmon topped with avocado and ponzu

SOFT SHELL CRAB - 16

Tempura fried Maryland blue crab with sweet soy sauce

STUFFED JALAPEÑO - 12

Jalapeño pepper stuffed with spicy tuna and cream cheese, tempura fried, topped with eel sauce and spicy mayo

YELLOWTAIL COLLAR - 16

Lightly salted yellowtail collar, broiled, served with ponzu on a bed of mixed greens

MISO SOUP - 6

Miso soup with tofu, wakame seaweed, and green onions

GREEN SALAD - 7

Served with our ginger dressing

SEAWEED SALAD - 7

Seaweed tossed in ponzu dressing topped with sesame seeds

SUNOMONO - 7

Cucumber with wakame seaweed and sweet vinegar dressing topped with sesame seeds.

Add Octopus or Shrimp – 5

WEEKEND LUNCH SPECIAL (Only available Saturday & Sunday)

BENTO BOX - 22

Miso soup, crispy rice spicy tuna, shrimp and veggie tempura, ginger salad, crispy sesame chicken, and choice of: California, Crunchy, or Spicy Tuna Roll`

ALBACORE CRISPY ONIONS - 24

Seared albacore topped with crispy fried onions and garlic ponzu sauce

SALMON CARPACCIO - 22

Salmon with Diane’s Ginger Sauce and micro greens

BLUEFIN CARPACCIO - 26

Bluefin with balsamic vinaigrette, extra virgin olive oil, and micro greens

HALIBUT CARPACCIO - 24

Halibut with extra virgin olive oil and yuzu sauce

YELLOWTAIL JALAPENO - 24

Yellowtail, jalapenos, sriracha, and garlic ponzu

CHEF'S CHOICE - MP

Served with miso soup and a chilled kani sunomono salad. Enjoy Chef’s creations as they are prepared. Please advise Chef or your server of any allergies or dislikes when you PLACE your order.

ALI'S SLAMMIN' SALMON - 18/2PCS

Salmon belly with garlic butter and black tobiko

RAINMAKER - 18/2PCS

Yellowtail belly with sea salt, sesame oil, and yuzu paste (Thanks Rick!)

CRABBY CRUSH - 23/2PCS

Snow crab nigiri with avocado and Taka’s yuzu vinaigrette

SHRIMP BOAT - 21/2PCS

Shrimp nigiri with quail egg, masago, green onion, ponzu, and a dot of Tobasco

EMERALD JEWEL - 18/2PCS

Jumbo Hotate scallop nigiri with cilantro butter and sea salt

SNAP DECISION - 23/2PCS

Red snapper nigiri with a shishito pepper sauté

HALIBUT ME! - 18/2PCS

Halibut nigiri with Taka’s yuzu vinaigrette

SUNSET CRUNCH - 18/2PCS

Amberjack nigiri with garlic ponzu and crispy fried onion

I LIKE IT RAW - 19

Tuna, salmon, yellowtail, spicy tuna, masago, cucumber, and avocado topped with garlic ponzu, wrapped in soy paper

THE WEDGE - 24

Jumbo scallop, salmon, bay scallop mix, masago, and avocado topped with ponzu and wasabi mayo, wrapped in soy paper

LOLLIPOP - 25

Tuna, salmon, seared albacore, kani kama, and avocado topped with ponzu and wasabi mayo, wrapped in thinly sliced cucumber

YOSHI'S SPRING ROLL - 23

Tuna, salmon, seared albacore, kani kama, and avocado topped with eel sauce, wasabi mayo, and tempura flakes, wrapped in rice paper

BAKED CRAB - 14 HR/17 FULL

Snow crab and kani kama mixed with mayo, baked, wrapped in soy paper. If you like it spicy, just let us know!

SURF AND TURF - 41

Baked lobster roll topped with seared wagyu, eel sauce, and black tobiko, wrapped in soy paper

BAKED LOBSTER - 19 HR/29 FULL

Lobster and mayo, baked, with shiso leaf, garlic butter, masago, and avocado topped with eel sauce and masago, wrapped in soy paper

VOLCANO - 19

California roll topped with bay scallops, masago, and mayo, baked, eel sauce and green onions

BAKED SALMON - 20

California roll topped with salmon and spicy mayo, baked, eel sauce, masago, and green onions

3 AMIGOS - 17 H/22 F

Shrimp tempura, kani kama, cucumber, and avocado topped with tuna, seared ono, salmon, yuzu marmalade, garlic ponzu, and green onions

BACK FLIP - 16 H/21 F

Spicy tuna roll topped with seared ahi tuna, jalapeños, sriracha, and garlic ponzu

BEAGLE - 1 6H/21 F

California roll and shrimp tempura topped with snow crab, avocado, eel sauce, and tempura flakes

BIG M.F. (BIG MUCH FUN) - 15 HR/20 F

Spicy tuna, avocado, shrimp tempura, kani kama, and cucumber topped with sweet chili sauce and eel sauce, wrapped in soy paper

BLUE CRAB - 14 HR/19 F

Chilled blue crab with masago and avocado, wrapped in soy paper

BUDDHA'S FAVORITE - 20 F

Salmon, shrimp tempura, cream cheese, avocado, and cucumber topped with sweet chili sauce and wasabi mayo, wrapped in soy paper

FIREBALL - 23 F

Spicy tuna and avocado, deep fried, topped with spicy tuna, eel sauce, green onions, and tempura flakes

FIRECRACKER - 13 H/19 F

Spicy scallops and cucumber topped with spicy tuna, garlic ponzu, chili oil, and green onions

GODZILLA - 23 F

Spicy tuna roll topped with seared ahi tuna, shishito peppers, fried onions, garlic ponzu, and sweet chili sauce

GOLDEN TORO - 27 F

Chopped toro, fried shiso leaf, and green onions topped with truffle oil, black tobiko, and gold flakes

HIDDEN GEM - 16 H/21 F

Spicy yellowtail and shiso leaf topped with seared yellowtail, truffle oil, and green onions

JAMIE'S CRYING - 16 H/21 F

Spicy tuna roll topped with seared ono, sweet chili sauce, garlic ponzu, and crispy fried onions

OH SNAP! - 33 F

Red snapper, salmon, shiso leaf, and avocado topped with seared golden eye snapper, poke sauce, green onions, black tobiko, and masago

OMF (OH MY FISH) - 23 F

Shrimp, tuna, yellowtail, kani kama, and masago topped with avocado, spicy mayo, eel sauce, and tempura flakes

PARADISE - 15 H/20 F

California roll topped with Buddha’s poke mix and green onions

ROCK N' ROLL - 21 F

California roll topped with tempura rock shrimp, spicy mayo, masago, green onions, and eel sauce

SALMON LEMON - 15 H/20 F

Veggie roll topped with salmon, lemon slices, and ponzu sauce

SEASIDE - 21 F

Kani kama, avocado, and masago topped with thinly sliced scallops, lemon juice, and truffle oil, wrapped in soy aper

STINKY - 16 H/21 F

California roll topped with seared albacore, garlic butter, garlic ponzu, and fried garlic

TORNADO - 13 H/18 F

Seared albacore, masago, avocado, and sriracha topped with salmon, eel sauce, and tempura flakes

TUNA TANGO - 20 F

Shrimp tempura and avocado topped with tuna, sweet chili sauce, eel sauce, and tempura flakes, wrapped in soy paper

TWIN - 16 H/21 F

Seared albacore, avocado, and masago topped with seared albacore and wasabi mayo

UNATEN - 21 F

Shrimp tempura, kani kama, avocado, and cucumber topped with eel, eel sauce, and tempura flakes

HR-Hand Roll H – Half Cut Roll F – Full Cut Roll

Substitute or Add Snow Crab for $5

AVOCADO - 8 H/10 F

Avocado in seaweed

SPICY SCALLOP-9 HR/11 H/15 F

Bay scallops mixed with sriracha, mayo, masago, and green onions

CALIFORNIA - 8 HR/10 H/12 F

Kani kama mixed with mayo, cucumber, and avocado

SPICY TUNA - 9 HR/11 H/15F

Spicy tuna, avocado, and cucumber

CRUNCHY - 9 HR/11 H/15 F

Shrimp tempura, kani kama, avocado, and cucumber topped with tempura flakes and eel sauce

SPICY YELLOWTAIL - 10 HR/12 H/16 F

Chopped yellowtail, sriracha, and green onions

CUCUMBER - 5 H/7 F

Cucumber in seaweed

TORO - 14 HR/23 F

Minced toro with green onions

PHILLY - 10 HR/12 H/16 F

Salmon, cream cheese, and avocado

TUNA - 9 HR/11 H/13 F

Tuna wrapped in seaweed

RAINBOW - 21 F

California roll topped with salmon, seared albacore, shrimp, tuna, and yellowtail

VEGGIE - 7 HR/9 H/11 F

Avocado, gobo root, cucumber, green bean, and radish sprouts

SALMON AVOCADO - 9 HR/11 H/15 F

Salmon and avocado in seaweed

VEGGIE CRUNCHY - 8 HR/10 H/12 F

Tempura green bean and yam topped with tempura flakes and eel sauce

White meat chicken breast with sauteed onions, green onions, and teriyaki sauce over a bed of steamed rice

CRISPY CHICKEN - 20

White meat chicken breast, tempura and panko fried, with sweet soy sauce and green onions on a bed of steamed rice

SESAME CHICKEN - 20

White meat chicken breast, tempura and panko fried, with sweet soy sauce and green onions on a bed of steamed rice

CRISPY SESAME CHICKEN - 20

White meat chicken breast, tempura and panko fried, with sweet soy sauce and green onions on a bed of steamed rice

CHIRASHI - 35

Seared albacore, octopus, salmon, tuna, white fish, yellowtail, and green onions over a bed of steamed rice

POKE - 23

Buddha’s poke mix, a variety of fish in our poke sauce, with avocado and green onions over a bed of steamed rice

SALMON - 22

Baked salmon topped with avocado and teriyaki sauce

STEAK - 24

New York strip steak, shitake mushrooms, and onions, sauteed, with teriyaki sauce and green onions over a bed of steamed rice

PLAIN - 9

Udon noodles with fish cake and green onions in a shoyu-based broth

SEAFOOD YAKISOBA - 25

Pan tossed Yakisoba noodles with bay scallop, rock shrimp, assorted veggies, sesame seeds, and green onions

CHICKEN - 16

Udon noodles with white meat chicken breast, fish cake, and green onions in a shoyu-based broth

STEAK YAKISOBA - 27

Pan tossed Yakisoba noodles with New York strip steak, assorted veggies, and green onions

CHICKEN YAKISOBA - 23

Pan tossed Yakisoba noodles with white meat chicken breast, assorted veggies, and green onions

MOCHI ICE CREAM - 4

Your choice of chocolate, green tea, mango, strawberry, and vanilla

CREME BRULEE 10

Rich, creamy custard with carmelized sugar top

3 CHOCOLATE COPPA - 10

Layered silky dark, milk, and white chocolate creams with a hazelnut crunch bottom

CHEESECAKE (GLUTEN FREE) - 6

Mini New York cheesecake with a hint of Bourbon vanilla. Add chocolate syrup for extra sweetnes!

UDON - 10

Kid size portion of the plain udon noodles with green onions and fish cake in a shoyu-based broth

SALMON - 15

Kid size portion of the salmon bowl with avocado and teriyaki sauce over a bed of steamed rice

CHICKEN TERIYAKI - 12

Kid size portion of the chicken bowl with sauteed onions, green onions, and teriyaki sauce over a bed of steamed rice

STEAK TERIYAKI - 16

Kid size portion of the steak bowl with mushrooms, sauteed onions, green onions, and teriyaki sauce over a bed of steamed rice

CRISPY CHICKEN - 14

Kid size portion of the crispy chicken bowl with sweet soy sauce over a bed of steamed rice

All kid’s meals include a choice of a kid-size edamame and a choice of mochi.

KIDS 12 YEARS AND UNDER EAT FOR $6 (SUNDAYS AND MONDAYS ONLY) Dine-In Only.

DASSAI 23 JUNMAI DAIGINJO - 175/720ml

World renowned for it’s ultra high rice polishing ratio of 23%, this Junmai Daiginjo is in a class by itself. The silky texture has aromas of peach and melon with savory notes of chestnut and pine. It is like a gentle waterfall on your palate. Not only does Dassai 23 compliment our assortment sushi, it also pairs well with our yellowtail collar and chicken dishes!

SUEHIRO KEN DAIGINJO - 170/720ml

A clean and bold Daiginjo, known as “The Sword,” this rich and juicy sake has hints of minerals, ginger, and melon and a dryness that speaks to all. It’s great with our miso cod or baked lobster roll!

WAKATAKE JUNMAI DAIGINJO - 110/720ml

Otherwise known as the “Demon Slayer”, this Junmai Daiginjo offers a supple texture with a rich and fruity profile. An aromatic, floral, and creamy finish makes this an all-in-one premium sake. Pairs great with any of our scallop dishes!

DASSAI 45 JUNMAI DAIGINJO - 60/720ML

This delicately brewed sake is characterized by a balanced sweetness with notes of pear, honeydew, and white peach. The rice is milled down to 45% providing a very enjoyable, full-bodied sake. Nicole’s favorite!

KIKUSUI JUNMAI GINJO - 10/MASU CUP 50/720ml 150/1.8L

A light and comfortably dry sake with the aromas of fresh cantaloupe and banana are followed by a medium body while bringing refreshing mandarin orange-like overtones. Customers love the Kikusui!

DASSAI BLUE 35 JUNMAI DAIGINJO - 40/375ml

This American Dassai is made from the Yamada Nishiki seed imported from Japan and grown in Arkansas, the nation’s leading rice producing state. The taste of white peaches and ripe papaya is followed by a subtle sweetness and refreshing acidity. Try it with salmon sashimi!

SUIGEI "DRUNKEN WHALE" TOKUBETSU JUNMAI - 24/300ml

The nose is a collection of rose, wood, and grape. It is a very clean and dry Junmai sake. Flavorful enough to drink all night with all your favorite sushi choices!

HAKUTSURU SUPERIOR JUNMAI (TATE) - 20/300ml

A medium to dry Junmai Ginjo, this sake has a nose of soft, ripe strawberries and grass. A perfect beginner’s example of a “light and smooth” type sake with a suppressed sweetness. It’s our house “go-to” sake!

DASSAI 45 NIGORI - 60/720ml

Another elegant Junmai Daiginjo sake from Dassai, this Nigori is of a lighter style. The nose is made up of rose water, cream, apple, and melon aromas. Pairs great with crispy rice spicy tuna !

NIGORI CREME DE SAKE - 20/300ml

This unfiltered sake radiates aromas of melon, marshmallow, and cream with a smooth and savory finish. Nicole’s favorite Nigori!

OOZEKI - 10/CARAFE

Hot sake – Enough said!

DUCKHORN NORTH COAST SAUVIGNON BLAC

15/GLASS 52/BOTTLE

From the very first swirl, this Sauvignon Blanc delights with aromas of candied pineapple and guava, accented by a delicate hint of key lime blossom. On the palate, vibrant notes of fresh melon take center stage, balanced by a lively acidity that brings energy and precision. A silky texture carries the wine to a focused finish, where a subtle touch of minerality adds depth and finesse.

ROMBAUER SAUVIGNON BLANC

16/GLASS 60/BOTTLE

The palate has featured notes of juicy white peach with gooseberry and ripe grapefruit. Vibrant aromas of passionfruit and nectarine are underscored by hints of fresh cut grass and kaffir lime.

DOMAINE PHILIPPE RIMBAULT SANCERRE FOSSILS

20/GLASS 75/BOTTLE

On the nose, this French Sauvignon Blanc reveals fine fruit aromas. Off-dry, it shows citrus flavors like grapefruit and lemon, with vivid acidity on the palate.

DAOU DISCOVERY CHARDONNAY

15/GLASS 52/BOTTLE

This pure and elegant Chardonnay offers inviting tropical aromas of pear, pineapple, and guava laced with hibiscus and a touch of spice.

ROMBAUER CHARDONNAY

20/GLASS 75/BOTTLE

Aromas of vanilla, melon, and mango are layered with apricot, creme brulee, butter, and a slight minerality with a long smooth finish. Nicole’s FAVORITE wine!!

DAOU ROSE

15/GLASS 50/BOTTLE

Remarkably fragrant and delightfully silky, this Rose offers aromas of fresh peach, pear, and nectarine met with hyacinth and rose pedals.

BELLA GLOS LAS ALTURAS PINOT NOIR

18/GLASS 70/BOTTLE

Bold and richly styled, this wine is deep with color, aromas of dark fruits and warm spice, and layered flavors of black cherry, berries, oak, vanilla, and cocoa.

AUSTIN HOPE CABERNET SAUVIGNON

22/GLASS 95/BOTTLE (1L)

Aromas of dark chocolate, tobacco, and black currants create a full bodied and balanced wine with layers of vanilla, cherry, and baking spices on the palate.

ROMBAUER CBERNET SAUVIGNON

25/GLASS 98/BOTTLE

A full bodied Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine has aromas and notes of dark fruit, sweet tabasco, cedar, and vanilla. Supple tannins carry through to a lingering finish.

ROMBAUER ZINFANDEL

22/GLASS 80/BOTTLE

Hints of dark berry fruits like boysenberry and raspberries compliment the aromas of cloves and black pepper. The long finish is plush and velvety.

PLUM WINE

8/GLASS 24/BOTTLE

Rich, sweet and aromatic.

CORKAGE FEE - 25/BOTTLE

NO CORKAGE TUESDAYS

BEER - 9

Asahi
Kirin
Kirin Light
Sapporo

MARGARITA - 12

SABE Blanco Tequila, Vodka, and natural lime and lemon flavors

MOJITO - 12

SABE Premium Rum, Vodka, and natural flavors

MOSCOW MULE - 12

SABE Premium Vodka, and natural ginger and lime flavors

RANCH WATER - 12

SABE Blanco Tequila, Vodka, and natural lime flavors

SABE is a registered trademark. 12%-14% ALC/VOL

OYSTER SHOOTER - 14

QUAIL EGG SHOOTER - 10

UNI SHOOTER - 20

20% Gratuity automatically added to parties of 6 or more, as well as take out/delivery orders of $200 or more.

Most items can be prepared Gluten Free. Please ask your server for more information. Additional charges may apply. Gluten free sauces available upon request.

Consuming raw or undercooked foods may increase your risk of food borne illnesses. Items served may contain foods that you are allergic to including but not limited to sesame seeds, soy sauce, other soy products, milk/dairy, eggs, fish, shellfish/crustaceans, wheat, peanuts, tree nuts and anything else you can possibly be allergic to. IT IS THE CONSUMER’S RESPONSIBILITY to advise the server/host/manager/restaurant or anyone else BEFORE placing your order if you have any of these or any other relatable allergies. These food allergies may include but are not limited to Gluten Free/ Celiac, Dairy, Shellfish and any other allergies that are possibly related to the environment at or around Buddha’s Favorite or lil’ Buddha’s or it’s food. Please read the menu and ask any staff member if you have any questions or concerns and we will do our best to accommodate you.

Prices subject to change without notice. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REFUSE SERVICE TO ANYONE! (Especially if you have a Bad Attitude!)