Menu

Introducing the menu at karakatta, a vibrant Mexican eatery located at 230 Thompson St, New York, NY, 10012. This restaurant combines traditional flavors with a modern twist, resulting in a culinary experience that excites the palate.

The appetizer selection is a highlight, featuring the Miso Edamame, which offers a perfect balance of flavor, and the Hijiki and Lotus Root Salad, a refreshing option for vegetarians. For those craving something heartier, the Pork Belly Bun and Karaage Bun deliver a spicy kick that keeps you coming back for more.

In addition, karakatta offers a diverse array of drinks. Enjoy a crisp Sapporo Premium Beer or indulge in unique sakes like the earthy Kikusui Karakuchi. Each sip elevates the overall dining experience.

Whether you're stopping by for a casual meal or a festive gathering, karakatta serves up dishes that promise satisfaction and flavor in every bite.

Beers and Cocktails (Must be 21 to Purchase)

Beers and Cocktails (Must be 21 to Purchase)

Sapporo Premium Beer

Amazingly crisp taste, refreshing flavor, and a refined bitterness. Must be 21 to purchase.

$8.00

Asahi Super Dry Beer

A pale lager beer, with heavy melt flavors and a dry taste. Must be 21 to purchase.

$7.00

Orion Beer

A crisp refreshing feel with a mild and pleasant taste. Made in Okinawa, Japan. Must be 21 to purchase.

$8.00

Kyoto Green Tea Beer

The tea flavor comes through with a tangy hop kick. Spicy clove-like aroma a refreshing citrusy smell. Must be 21 to purchase.

$14.00

Kyoto White Yuzu Beer

The light and refreshing Belgium White Ale featuring the sweet and irresistible aroma of the famous Japanese Yuzu citrus, with a hint of coriander finish. Must be 21 to purchase.

$14.00

J-POP Japanese Cocktail in bottle

70s inspired Tokyo sparkling cocktail. Must be 21 to purchase.

$9.00

Kikusui Karakuchi Cup Sake

Light bodied, dry and earthy, with brown rice, raw almond, and the lightest mushroom flavor. Must be 21 to purchase.

$11.00

Kunizakari Nigori Cup Sake

Unfiltered, calming and rustic flavor. Must be 21 to purchase.

$11.00

Ohmine Junmai Cup Sake

Rich, full bodied, and not the least bit shy with viscosity. Must be 21 to purchase.

$14.00

Mutsu Otokoyama Classic Cup Sake

Dry, light, and ricey flavor. Must be 21 to purchase.

$13.00

Sparkling Mio Bottle Sake

Unique sake with sweet aroma and refreshing fruity flavor. Must be 21 to purchase.

$24.00

Oze No Yukidoke Ohkarakuchi Junmai Bottle Sake

A high-quality junmai with a very dry finish. Must be 21 to purchase.

$25.00

Sakes (Must be 21 to Purchase)

Sakes (Must be 21 to Purchase)

Appetizers

Appetizers

Miso Edamame

Steamed whole edamame and red miso

$9.00

Hijiki and Lotus Root Salad

Hijiki seaweed, lettuce stem, lotus root, bell pepper, ginger, sesame seeds and crushed red pepper. Vegetarian.

$8.00

2 Pieces Pork Belly Bun

Hoisin sauce, Sriracha sauce, black pepper and leeks. Spicy.

$14.00

2 Pieces Karaage Bun

Japanese style fried chicken, chili mayo and leeks. Spicy.

$14.00

Fried Gyoza

Deep fried dumplings filled with ground pork, cabbage and chives

$11.00

Veggie Fried Gyoza

Deep fried dumplings filled with cabbage and napa cabbage

$11.00

Fried Octopus

Chili mayo and ponzu sesame sauce.

$10.00

Takoyaki

Deep fried octopus rolled in flour, eggs, scallions, cabbages,seaweeds and parmesan cheese. Served with spicy mayo

$11.00

Karaage

Japanese style fried chicken served with curry sauce and ponzu sesame sauce.

$13.00

Jumbo Gyoza

Pan fried dumplings filled with ground pork, cabbage, napa cabbage and chives served with soy sauce and spicy oil.

$7.50

Veggie Spring Roll

Bamboo shoots, shiitake, white mushroom, bok choy, green bean vermicelli served with soy sauce and spicy oil. Vegetarian.

$7.00

Jumbo Veggie Gyoza

Pan fried dumplings filled with napa cabbage and cabbage.

$7.50

Spicy Cucumber

Japanese pickled cucumber.

$10.00

Grilled Shishito

Japanese green peppers, ponzu sesame sauce, dried bonito shavings

$7.00

Aburi Pork Belly

Torched Pork belly, leeks, black pepper, red pepper with torched miso sauce **CONTAINS PEANUTS**

$9.00

Crispy Cauliflower

Fried cauliflower with Japanese red pepper, served with homemade spicy mayo. *Contains egg*

$9.00

FRENCH FRIES

Thick cut fries with wasabi mayo

$4.00

Spicy Ginger Stamina Ramen

Chicken broth, wavy flat flour noodles, a half boiled egg, pork belly, ground pork, cabbage, bean sprouts, chives, scallions, cilantro, shredded ginger, shredded and chopped red pepper and spicy oil.(*Spicy Oil and Paste not allowed on the side, Removal of Ground Pork not allowed)

$20.00

Butter Miso Ramen

Chicken broth, wavy flat flour noodles, pork belly, ground pork, leeks, scallions, cilantro and a slice of butter. ***Contains Peanut Butter*** (*add spicy: Spicy Oil and Paste not allowed on the side, Removal of Ground Pork not allowed)

$19.00

Tonkotsu Ramen

Pork broth, thin noodles, sliced pork belly, kikurage mushrooms, scallions, shredded red ginger, fried garlic, seaweed andsesame seeds.(*add spicy:*Spicy Oil and Paste not allowed on the side)

$19.00

Taka's Vegan Ramen

Vegetable broth with soy milk, wavy flat flour noodles, tofu, avocado, zucchini, tomato, mushrooms, leeks and scallions (*add spicy: Spicy Oil and Paste not allowed on the side)

$21.00

Taka's Shoyu Ramen

Chicken broth, wavy flat flour noodles, pork belly, cabbage, bean sprouts, chives and leeks. (*add spicy:Spicy Oil and Paste not allowed on the side)

$18.50

Spicy Veggie Curry Ramen

Japanese curry spice, wavy flat flour noodles, leeks, tofu, white mushrooms, scallions, zucchini and shredded red pepper. (*add spicy: Spicy Oil and Paste not allowed on the side)

$20.00

Spicy Black Tan Tan

Chicken broth, wavy flat flour noodles, curry flavored fried chicken, ground pork, onions, scallions, bok choy, black sesame seeds and spicy oil

$23.00

Cold Lemon Ramen

Fish broth, wavy noodles, shredded chicken, leeks, red ginger, bok choy and a half boiled egg

$20.00

Cold Kimchi Hiyashichuka (soupless ramen)

Thin wavy noodles, fish broth, kimchi, chicken, bok choy, bamboo shoots, seaweed, sesame seeds

$22.00

Ramen

Ramen

Rice Bowl Set

Rice Bowl Set

Teriyaki Pork Rices

Pork Belly, scallions, sesame seeds, seaweed and teriyaki sauce. Served with miso soup.

$18.00

Teriyaki Chicken Rice

Chicken, scallions, sesame seeds, seaweed and teriyaki sauce. Served with miso soup.

$18.00

Karaage Rice

Japanese style fried chicken, teriyaki sauce, scallions, sesame seeds and chili mayo. Served with miso soup.

$18.00

White Rice

Medium white rice and sesame seeds.

$3.00

Soboro Rice

Ground pork, scallions and shredded red pepper.

$11.95

Vegetarian Rice

Homemade hummus, hijiki salad, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, cilantro, avocado, sesame seeds, lemon with homemade sesame sauce and sambal sauce

$13.50

Soda

$3.00

Ramune

Japanese soda. Original flavor.

$5.50

Saint Pellegrino Sparkling Water

16.9 oz. refreshing sparkling water.

$4.00

Bottled Cold Green Tea

16.9 oz unsweetened green tea.

$5.00

Poland Spring Water

Non-sparkling water. 16.9 oz.

$2.50

Homemade Iced Yuzu Juice

$4.00

Soft Drinks

Soft Drinks

Karakatta Hats and Black T-shirts

Karakatta Hats and Black T-shirts

Good Ramen Black Hat

$25.00

Good Ramen Black T-shirts

$30.00