Cha-Ya San Francisco

Cha-Ya San Francisco is a vegetarian Japanese restaurant located at 762 Valencia St in San Francisco, offering a unique dining experience for those seeking delicious plant-based options. The menu includes a variety of vegetarian and vegan dishes, including soups, salads, noodles, and sushi rolls.

One standout feature of Cha-Ya is its commitment to providing a welcoming atmosphere for all guests, with gender-neutral restrooms and a focus on inclusivity. The restaurant also offers delivery and takeout options, making it convenient for those looking to enjoy their meals at home.

Customer reviews highlight the flavorful and carefully prepared dishes served at Cha-Ya. From the kinoko miso soup packed with umami to the agedashi tofu with a crispy exterior and soft interior, each dish is thoughtfully crafted to delight the taste buds. The Full Moon Sushi Plate, Tofu-Vege Curry Soup Noodle, and spicy eggplant roll are just a few of the fan-favorite choices that keep guests coming back for more.

Overall, Cha-Ya San Francisco stands out as a must-visit destination for vegetarian and vegan food enthusiasts craving authentic Japanese flavors. The cozy ambiance, friendly staff, and diverse menu options make it a top choice for a satisfying and enjoyable dining experience.

Cha-Ya San Francisco Menu

Location

Address: 762 Valencia St San Francisco, CA 94110
Phone: (415) 252-7825

🕓 Work Hours
MON Closed
TUE Closed
WED 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
THU 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
FRI 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
SAT 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
SUN Closed
SUN Normally 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Business info

  • Offers Delivery
    Yes
  • Offers Takeout
    Yes
  • Reservations
    No
  • Vegan Options
    Yes
  • Limited Vegetarian Options
    Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible
    Yes
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Accepts Android Pay
    Yes
  • Accepts Apple Pay
    Yes
  • Accepts Cryptocurrency
    No
  • Casual
    Yes
  • Moderate Noise
    Yes
  • Good For Kids
    Yes
  • Good for Dinner
    Yes
  • Street Parking
    Yes
  • Waiter Service
    Yes
  • Beer & Wine Only
    Yes
  • Asian-owned
    Yes
  • Women-owned
    Yes
  • Gender-neutral restrooms
    Yes
  • Open to All
    Yes
  • Outdoor Seating
    No
  • Offers Catering
    No
  • Not Good For Groups
    No
  • Wi-Fi
    No
  • Happy Hour
    No
  • Drive-Thru
    No
  • Dogs Not Allowed
    No
  • TV
    No
  • Heated Outdoor Seating
    No
  • Covered Outdoor Seating
    No
  • Private Dining
    No
  • Bike Parking
    Yes

Last Reviews

  • Author: Luke S.

    27 February 2024

    I took a lot of accidental live photos here, I would have preferred stagnant. I just wanted to capture one moment, I didn't need any of the moments leading up to that one moment. I'll smile for photos because I want to believe I'm happy in most moments of my life. Live photos are showing me that sometimes I look miserable right before smiling. Anyway, at least food doesn't change much with live photos. It looked and tasted great.

  • Author: Amaia S.

    29 January 2024

    Awesome japanese food. Usually have been to the Berkeley location. They don't take reservations but if you go early you can easily get a seat . The soup, sushi, noodles are all very flavorful . Will keep coming back .

  • Author: Ash J.

    30 November 2023

    A great place for vegetarian Japanese cuisine! Shizen is another well known spot but they only focus on (amazing) sushi. Cha-ya has sushi too, and many more options including soups, salads, and noodles. I ordered the kinoko miso soup and the lunch special (in particular the cha ya specialty sushi roll, agedashi tofu, and miso soup). The kinoko moso soup was full of umami with 3 or 4 different types of mushrooms including portobello. The agedashi tofu was nicely crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. The cha ya roll wasn't as flavorful as I had hoped, so for vegetarian sushi I prefer Au Sushi or Shizen. But next time I'll try some more rolls at Cha-ya as the rest of the food was good! The service was excellent and the ambiance is nice and cozy. The prices are also reasonable for downtown sf - the lunch special for example was ~$15 but had a good amount of food.

  • Author: Riya A.

    17 July 2023

    Dining at Cha-ya felt like a hug - like you've entered the motherly care of a chef who has learned her child has decided to pursue vegetarianism and is now thoughtfully repurposing every one of her classic dishes into something they can still enjoy. As a lifelong vegetarian, I was able taste dishes that I've only seen on menus but have never been able to comfortably try. If you're in my shoes, would recommend visiting with an opinionated and seasoned Japanese food eater to place tastes and preparations in context. Special shout-out to their udon dishes. I was slurping them down like there's no tomorrow.

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