Sakanaya Izakaya Menu

Welcome to Sakanaya Izakaya, your new favorite destination for authentic Japanese cuisine nestled in West Lafayette. This casual yet intimate venue offers a diverse menu that celebrates the best of izakaya dining. One of the standout features is their impressive array of yakitori, including delicious vegetarian options like mushroom and zucchini, appealing to both herbivores and meat-lovers alike.

The menu further indulges with tantalizing specialty maki rolls, such as the Godzilla Maki and the exquisite Spider Roll. Each dish is a fusion of fresh ingredients and flavors, showcasing the culinary artistry of the Asian-owned establishment. The vibrant atmosphere is perfect for groups and date nights, complemented by happy hour specials and outdoor seating. Whether you're savoring a comforting Thai Salad or indulging in a rich steak, Sakanaya promises a memorable dining experience.

Lunch Special / ランチ特典

Sushi Lunch

5 pieces sushi & California roll.

$15.00

Sashimi Lunch

6 pieces sashimi & tuna avocado roll.

$15.00

Seaweed Salad

Vegetarian. Cucumber, seaweed, grape tomato.

$5.00

Beef Tartare

Ground wagyu beef, avocado, garlic bread. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. Please alert your server if you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions.

$12.00

Bell Tower

Tuna, crab salad, avocado, sushi rice, crunch.

$13.00

Signature Sampler

Gyoza, agedashi tofu, takoyaki, seaweed salad, ika salad, tempura shrimp.

$11.00

Ichigo to Buri

Sliced yellowtail, strawberry kosho, shirodashi, sesame.

$9.00

Tuna Nachos

Tortilla chips, tuna, avocado, pico de gallo, cilantro.

$10.00

Sushi Taco Platter

Seaweed, sushi rice, spicy tuna, spicy salmon, spicy yellowtail.

$9.00

Narutomaki

Tuna, salmon, yellowtail, crabmeat, cucumber, golden tobiko.

$11.00

Crispy Amerika

Grilled sushi rice,spicy tuna, crunch.

$8.00

Natsu

Shrimp, mango, salmon, cucumber, rice paper.

$10.00

Agedashi Tofu

Vegetarian. Crispy tofu, miso sauce.

$6.00

Tako Wasabi

Tako, kizami wasabi.

$6.00

Ringo Sarada

Vegetarian. Apple, cucumber, bell pepper.

$5.00

Pirikara Kyuri

Vegetarian. Cucumbers with spicy sauce.

$5.00

Cold Appetizer / 寒い

Hot Appetizer / 温かい料理

Edamame

Vegetarian. Japanese sea salt.

$5.00

Miso Soup

Vegetarian. House tofu, wakame seaweed, scallion.

$4.00

Gyoza

Japanese style pan fried pork dumplings.

$7.00

Cheese Corn

Vegetarian. Butter, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, corn.

$5.00

Karaage Chicken

Sweet soy sauce, shredded cabbage, spicy mayo, wasabi.

$9.00

Vegetable Tempura Platter

Vegetarian. Seasonal vegetables.

$9.00

Hamachi Kama

Grilled yellowtail collar.

$10.00

Takoyaki

Bonito, dry seaweed, tako.

$7.00

Age Niku

Stir-fry spicy chicken with lettuce wrap, green onion, rice noodles.

$9.00

Dinosaur Egg

Avocado, spicy tuna, cream cheese, shrimp.

$9.00

Okonomiyaki

Egg, shrimp, green onion, enoki mushroom, crabmeat, bonito.

$11.00

Zucchini Dengaku

Vegetarian. Grilled zucchini, furikake, miso glaze.

$8.00

Tornado Potato

Vegetarian. Deep-fried potato on skewer with shichimi.

$5.00

Japanese Croquette

Vegetarian. Deep-fried mashed potatoes and vegetables.

$8.00

Mushroom

Vegetarian.

$4.00

Zucchini

Vegetarian.

$4.00

Negima

Chicken thigh, green onion.

$5.00

Gyu Harami

Steak, egg miso.

$8.00

Yakitori / 焼き鳥

Salad / サラダ

Thai Salad

Vegetarian. Fried tofu, carrot, spring mix, cucumber, grape tomato, rice noodles, cashew nut, sesame dressing.

$9.00

Poke Salad

Spring mix, yellowtail, white tuna, salmon, poke dressing.

$12.00

House Salad

Onion, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, carrot ginger dressing.

$4.00

Kani Salad

Cucumber, spring mix, crabmeat, tobiko.

$6.00

UFO Roll

Cream cheese, tempura shrimp.

$7.00

Futomaki

Vegetarian. Tamago, avocado, oshinko.

$7.00

Alaska Roll

Salmon, avocado, cucumber.

$8.00

California Roll

Cucumber, avocado, crabmeat.

$6.00

Philadelphia Roll

Smoke salmon, cream cheese, avocado.

$8.00

Boston Roll

Tempura shrimp, lettuce, avocado, mayo.

$7.00

Salmon / Tuna Roll

Pick from salmon or tuna.

$6.00

Regular Maki / 通常の - Basic

Regular Maki / 通常の - Regular Sushi

Tiger Roll

Spicy shrimp & tuna, crabmeat, crunch.

$12.00

Buri Jalapeño Roll

yellowtail, avocado and jalapeño.

$12.00

Kani Jomaki

Crabmeat, unagi, tamago, cucumber, shiso.

$11.00

Baby Shiitake Maki

Vegetarian. Shiitake tempura and fried onion.

$10.00

Golden California (Deep Fried Roll)

Crabmeat, cucumber, avocado, crunch.

$9.00

Amazing Tuna

Jalapeño, avocado, white tuna & pepper tuna.

$12.00

TNT

Shrimp tempura, cream cheese and crabmeat.

$11.00

Mackey Arena (Deep Fried Roll)

Cream cheese, spicy crabmeat, avocado.

$9.00

Krannert (Deep Fried Roll)

Eel, spicy shrimp, avocado.

$9.00

Monster Roll

Tuna, avocado, cream cheese, mango.

$11.00

Godzilla Maki Roll (Deep Fried Roll)

Panko, tempura shrimp, crabmeat, cream cheese, avocado.

$14.00

Volcano Roll (Deep Fried Roll)

Spicy tuna, cream cheese, avocado & spicy crabmeat, crunch.

$14.00

Treasure Island Roll

Crabmeat, salmon tempura, avocado & fried onion, masago, lemon, salmon.

$14.00

Spider Roll

Soft shell crab, crabmeat, cucumber, avocado, masago.

$14.00

Palm Spring Roll

California roll inside & salmon, tuna mango.

$15.00

True Toro

Soy paper, tuna roll & fresh fish chef choice.

$16.00

Lobster Roll

Fried scallop, avocado & lobster salad, tobiko.

$16.00

Una Kyu Dragon

Shrimp tempura, cucumber & unagi, tobiko.

$15.00

Out of Control

Asparagus, salmon, tuna, hamachi & salmon, tuna, hamachi.

$14.00

Cowboy

Gyu yaki, shrimp, avocado & tobiko.

$14.00

P****** (Fire Roll)

Spicy tuna, avocado & shrimp, masago.

$14.00

Rainbow Tobiko

Pepper tuna, avocado & fresh fish chef choice, tobiko.

$16.00

Specialty Maki

Entrée / メインディッシュ

Chicken Katsu

Panko, potato, onion, carrot, served with curry sauce and white rice.

$14.00

Tuscan Salmon

Baby spinach, cherry tomato, mushroom served with garlic butter sauce and white rice.

$18.00

Unagi Don

Barbeque eel, seasoned steamed white rice, daikon.

$17.00

Creamy Udon

Vegetarian. White mushroom, onion. Add chicken, shrimp or steak for an additional charge.

$10.00

Tangerine Chicken

Served with tangerine sauce and white rice.

$14.00

Ma Po Tofu

Vegetarian. Japanese-style chili tofu, served with white rice.

$13.00

Salmon Don

Salmon sashimi, seasoned sushi rice, masago. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. Please alert your server if you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions.

$18.00

Chirashi Don

Sashimi grade salmon, tuna, hamachi. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. Please alert your server if you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions.

$19.00

Tuna Don

Yellowfin tuna, seasoned sushi rice, shiso. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. Please alert your server if you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions.

$19.00

Kake Udon

Chewy udon noodles served in a light dashi broth.

$14.00

Omurice

Vegetarian. Served with fried rice and okonomiyaki sauce.

$11.00

Chahan

Wagyu beef, Japanese-style stone bowl fried rice. Add chicken, shrimp or steak for an additional charge.

$13.00

Gyu Itame

8 oz fillet cube, asparagus, black pepper sauce, served with white rice.

$23.00

Sushi Sashimi Platter

9 pieces sashimi & 5 pieces sushi.

$25.00

Salmon Lover

3 pieces sashimi & 2 pieces sushi & Alaska roll.

$16.00

Tuna / yellowtail Lover

3 pieces sashimi & 2 pieces sushi & tuna / yellowtail roll.

$18.00

Love Boat

15 pieces sashimi - 6 pieces sushi - 2 rolls.

$49.00

Chef's Choice Sushi Platter

Nigiri / Sashimi

Tamago

Vegetarian.

$4.00

Tofu

Vegetarian.

$4.00

Crème Brulee Mille Crepe Cake

Thin crepes layered with crème brûlée flavored custard, finished with a caramelized sugar top.

$10.00

Dessert / デザート