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    Mimi's Chuka Diner

    14 Tyler Street Suite 102

    Somerville, MA 02143


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    Featured Items

    • (Bowl) Chicken Karaage (GF)

      Dashi-brined chicken fried in our house dredge till crispy, served on white rice with shaved cabbage, kewpie mayo, lemon, and takuan. Contains: soy, chicken, allium
      $16.00
    • Fried Utsunomiya Gyoza

      Classic pork and cabbage gyoza fried till crispy w/house chili crisp. A Mimi's classic. contains: soy, wheat, pork, poultry, fin fish, sesame, mushrooms, allium
      $10.00
    • (Bowl) Garlic Noodles

      Chinese noodles stir-fried in the wok with garlic chives and mushrooms in our super savory Triple Garlic Sauce, topped with benishoga (pickled ginger) and nori powder. *does not include rice* vegan contains: wheat, soy, mushrooms, allium, coconut, sesame
      $15.00

    Takeout & Delivery

    Dumplings & Apps

    • Shrimp & Chive Gyoza

      Wild caught shrimp, chinese chives, fried til crispy w/ house chili crisp Contains: shellfish, wheat
      $12.00
    • Fried Utsunomiya Gyoza

      Classic pork and cabbage gyoza fried till crispy w/house chili crisp. A Mimi's classic. contains: soy, wheat, pork, poultry, fin fish, sesame, mushrooms, allium
      $10.00
    • Fried Veggie Gyoza

      Veggie packed vegan dumpling fried til crispy w/ house chili crisp. 21 different whole vegetable and aromatic ingredients packed into one delicious bite. vegan, contains: wheat, soy, sesame, mushrooms, allium
      $10.00
    • Chuka Fries (GF)

      Twice-fried russets, flaky salt, chuka fine herbs. GF, vegan
      $8.00
    • Roasted Broccoli Salad (GF)

      Chilled broccoli florets & soybeans, fresh-toasted sesame shiraae dressing contains: soy, sesame
      $14.00
    • Caesar Salad (GF)

      Heritage lettuce, our take on the classic dressing, lotus root chips (gf) contains: egg, fin fish, allium, dairy, soy
      $12.00
    • Edamame

      Housemade curry vinaigrette, house schimi
      $8.00
    • Piri Kara Eggplant (gf, vg)

      general tso meets mabo - japanese eggplant, thai basil, crispy shallots
      $15.00

    Bowls

    • (Bowl) Chicken Karaage (GF)

      Dashi-brined chicken fried in our house dredge till crispy, served on white rice with shaved cabbage, kewpie mayo, lemon, and takuan. Contains: soy, chicken, allium
      $16.00
    • (Bowl) Mabo Dofu

      Brightened up by sweet miso, and less spicy than the Sichuan version, our chuka style mapo is made from locally sourced silken tofu and ma la pickled vegetables simmered in our shiitake mapo sauce. Served with white rice and takuan. vegan contains: wheat, soy, allium, mushrooms, sesame
      $14.00
    • (Bowl) Sweet & Sour Tofu (GF)

      Fried tofu puffs tossed in our house sweet and sour sauce (amazu) served with green and red bell peppers, onions, white rice, and takuan. contains: soy, allium
      $14.00
    • (Bowl) Garlic Noodles

      Chinese noodles stir-fried in the wok with garlic chives and mushrooms in our super savory Triple Garlic Sauce, topped with benishoga (pickled ginger) and nori powder. *does not include rice* vegan contains: wheat, soy, mushrooms, allium, coconut, sesame
      $15.00
    • (Bowl) Gyu Meshi (GF)

      Slow-simmered angus short plate with sweet onions. Served with a dashi gravy and topped with benishoga (pickled ginger), scallions/chives, and shichimi. contains: soy, allium, sesame
      $18.00

    Mains

    • Mabo Dofu

      Brightened up by sweet miso, and less spicy than the Sichuan version, our chuka style mapo is made from locally sourced silken tofu and ma la pickled vegetables simmered in our shiitake mapo sauce. Entree size. *does not include rice* vegan contains: wheat, soy, allium, mushrooms, sesame
      $22.00
    • Chicken Karaage (GF)

      Dashi-brined chicken fried in our house dredge till crispy, served with shaved cabbage, kewpie mayo, and lemon. Entree size. *does not include rice* Contains: soy, chicken, allium, (sesame - can be removed)
      $22.00
    • Ebi Chili

      A chuka classic developed by Chef Chen Kenmin. Wok fried shrimp are tossed in a tomato-based sweet chili sauce and served over a bed of shaved cabbage. *does not include rice* contains: shellfish, tomato, wheat, fin fish, milk, allium
      $24.00
    • Chuka Burger & Fries

      House grind patty of finely chopped American wagyu brisket and chuck griddled with American cheese and set on a toasted seeded bun with shaved cabbage, kewpie, "yaki-bbq" sauce, and pickles. Served with hand-cut fries. contains: sesame, wheat, allium, soy, egg
      $18.00+

    Sweets & Extras

    • Butter Mochi (GF)

      Nicely browned on the outside, and ooey-gooey on the inside, just like Ted's mom used to make. Filled with house-made sweetened red bean paste and served with matcha creme anglaise. vegetarian, GF, contains: dairy, egg, coconut
      $10.00
    • Steamed Rice

      $3.00+
    • Add an Onsen Egg (GF)

      Japanese-style slow poached egg with silky whites and custard-y yolk. GF, vegetarian, contains: eggs
      $2.00

    Beverages

    • Calpico Soda

      This is a carbonated version of the classic Calpico drink. This sweet, tangy and refreshing soda is produced with proprietary lactobacillus, yeast and cultured milk. Sweet, tangy and refreshing drink is perfect for after work. *Does not contain caffeine
      $3.00
    • Melon Cream Soda

      This soda comes in its resealable can and has a deliciously refreshing flavor. It has a light and creamy mouthfeel with a fruity sweetness. *Does not contain caffeine
      $3.00
    • Mexican Coke

      Soda. Pop. Soft drink. Sparkling beverage. Whatever you call it, nothing compares to the refreshing, crisp taste of Coca-Cola Original Taste, the delicious soda you know and love. Enjoy with friends, on the go or with a meal. Whatever the occasion, wherever you are, Coca-Cola Original Taste makes life's special moments a little bit better. Every sip, every “ahhh,” every smile—find that feeling with Coca-Cola Original Taste. Best enjoyed ice-cold for maximum refreshment. Grab a Coca-Cola Original Taste, take a sip and find your “ahhh” moment. Enjoy Coca-Cola Original Taste.
      $5.00
    • Diet Coke

      Enjoy a break with Diet Coke, the perfect no-sugar, no-calorie companion. With its bold taste and distinctive blend of flavors, Diet Coke is an everyday hero when it comes to refreshing your day. Every sip of Diet Coke delivers the same great taste that's delighted fans for over 40 years. When you want a sugar-free soda that doesn't sacrifice on taste, reach for a Diet Coke.
      $3.00
    • Mexican Fanta

      The multi-sensory, fruity flavors of Fanta provide a bubbly, exuberant and playful consumption experience.
      $5.00
    • Ito En Green Tea

      Unsweetened. Contains approximately 100mg caffeine per 16.9 fl oz bottle
      $4.00
    • Ito En Jasmine Tea

      Unsweetened. Contains approximately 60mg caffeine per 16.9 fl oz bottle
      $4.00
    • Ito En Oolong Tea

      Unsweetened. Contains approximately 51.5mg caffeine per 16.9 fl oz bottle
      $4.00
    • Chrysanthemum Tea

      Chrysanthemum tea is a popular drink with notes of yellow chrysanthemum flowers. It has a delicate floral sweetness. Naturally caffeine-free
      $3.00
    • Ramune Original Flavor

      One of the modern symbols of summer in Japan, ramune is widely known for the distinctive "Codd-neck" design of its bottle, featuring its signature marble closure. Original flavor is quite conventional, similar to many other carbonated lemon-lime soft drinks
      $3.00

    Pantry Items

    • Pizza Pretz Sticks

      Pizza Flavored Pretz Sticks (they're not pretzels, but they're great!)
      $2.00
    • Pizza Potato Chips

      $4.00
    • Calbee Takoyaki Ball

      $5.00
    • Puchao Fruit Soda Gummy

      $3.50
    • Hi-Chew Ramune & Cola

      $4.00
    • Fettuccine Gummy

      $3.00
    • Corn Soup Chips

      $4.00

    Merch

    • Eat Chuka Hat

      $26.00
    • Mimi's Staff Shirt

      $25.00
    • Good for Health Tote

      $12.50
    • Mimi's Logo Sticker

      $2.00
    • Chrome Holo Sticker

      $2.00
    • Black Circle Sticker

      $2.00
    • Takeout Tee

      T-shirt design inspired by old-school Chinese restaurant takeout menus, debuting for Boston Asian Restaurant Week.
      $35.00
    • Eat More Chuka Crew

      $50.00+

    All hours
    Sunday12:00 pm - 8:30 pm
    Monday12:00 pm - 8:15 pm
    Tuesday12:00 pm - 9:45 pm
    Wednesday12:00 pm - 9:45 pm
    Thursday12:00 pm - 9:45 pm
    Friday12:00 pm - 10:45 pm
    Saturday12:00 pm - 10:45 pm
    Restaurant info

    Good food, good service, good price.

    Location

    14 Tyler Street Suite 102, Somerville, MA 02143

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