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Geisha Menu

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Kumamoto Oysters - California ponzu mignonette (half dozen minimum)       ea 3.75
Tuna Truffle Sandwich from our sushi bar, diced fresh akami, black truffle, spicy mayo       19
tartars
Scottish Salmon whole grain mustard, shallots, chili vinaigrette       14
Spanish Mackerel fresh local spanish mackerel, coriander, scallions, wasabi-lime vinaigrette       14
Yellowfin Tuna fresh grated ginger, avocado, ponzu       16
Tartar Trio a sampling of our three tartars       29
appetizers
Clarified Miso Consomme wakame, honshimeji mushrooms, orange zest, scallion       9
Shrimp Lollipop grilled marinated shrimp on a sugar cane skewer, sesame sauce       15
Hamachi Jalapeño seared rare hamachi, jalapeño, bonito, radish, soy-jalapeno sauce       17
Lobster Dumplings steamed maine lobster dumplings, anise spiced foam       16
Fried Oysters sesame crusted blue point oysters, sriracha mayo       18
Eggs Benedict poached quail egg, cold smoked tuna, truffle urchin emulsion       18
Black Cod broiled with sweet miso       19.50
Kobe Beef mishima ranch, ca, flat iron, 3 oz       19
Sher ranch, victoria, australia, Strip Loin 3 Oz       40
salads
Green Salad field greens, pear tomatoes, rice vinaigrette       9
Chicken Salad grilled organic chicken breast, hearts of romaine, napa cabbage, sesame vinaigrette       15
Grilled Shrimp and Fennel Salad fennel pollen dusted tiger shrimp, shaved fennel, frisee, pea leaves pickled ginger vinaigrette       16
Tuna Salad lightly seared yellowfin tuna, organic mixed greens, soy-sesame dressing       21

sushi and sashimi

tuna
Bluefin akami       5
Chutoro       9
Otoro       13
White Tuna hawaii       7
white fish
Fluke atlantic       4.50
Snapper tai       6
Sayori japan       6
yellowtail
Japan
Hamachi       5
Kampachi       6
salmon
Atlantic norway       5
Pacific alaska       6
squid & octopus
Squid, Aorilka japan       4
mackerel and sardines
Japan
Mackerel, Saba       6
Sardine, Kohada       5
Horse mackerel, Aji       5
eel
Unagi freshwater       5
Anago saltwater       5.50
shellfish
Ebi guyana (cooked)       4
Botan alaska (raw)       4
Scallop maine       4.50
King Crab alaska       6
Giant Clam washington       6
roe
Flying Fish roe, Tobiko       4
Salmon roe, Ikura       4
Sea urchin, Uni       7
Octopus, tako, Japan       4
maki rolls
Vegetable Roll rice paper wrapped, cucumber, avocado, inari, kanpyo, asparagus, shiso, yamagobo       11
California Roll snow crab, cucumber, avocado       12
Spicy Tuna Roll spicy tuna, cucumber, scallion sliced fresh tuna       13
Wasabi Hamachi Roll spicy hamachi, avocado, wasabi tobiko       13
White Tuna Crunch Roll spicy hawaiian white tuna avocado, sliced fresh white tuna       16
Shrimp Tempura Roll shrimp tempura, cucumber, mango, avocado, spicy mayo       18
Rainbow Roll alaskan king crab, sliced avocado, tuna, kampachi, white tuna and king salmon       19
Toro Roll bluefin toro, scallions, oshinko, salmon roe       19
Tuna Truffle Sandwich diced fresh akami, black truffle, spicy mayo       19
Crispy Almond Roll tuna, avocado, sesame seeds, rolled in crispy shaved almonds (dinner hours only)       20
Kobe Roll braised beef, enoki mushroom, kanpyo, scallion, asparagus, seared domestic kobe, gold leaf (dinner hours only)       25
sushi entrees
Geisha Chirashi chef’s mix of sashimi over seasoned rice       49
Chef’s Platters chef’s selections of the day. per person   50   75   100
main courses
Vegetable Udon sauteed udon noodles, portobellos, organic baby vegetables       21
Broiled Salmon Miso miso marinated scottish salmon, shitake, grilled scallion, miso glaze       26
Snapper american red snapper, shitake, whole grain mustard panade, spicy broth       29
Wild Striped Bass pan roasted local striped bass, braised leeks, grilled asparagus wild mushroom and scallion gyoza, soy-ginger butter       31
Lobster maine lobster, udon noodles, wild mushrooms, black truffle       35
Roasted Chicken korean bbq organic chicken, thai basil fried rice, farm egg       27
Soy Braised Beef Short Rib pomme puree, red chard, roasted endive, wasabi-red wine jus       29
Filet Mignon 8 oz. filet, steamed rice, baby spinach, sweet garlic jus       36
Kobe Beef Strip Steak (victoria-australia) 16 oz. australian wagyu beef striploin, wagyu fried rice      
tasting menu
Sample Today’s Best From the Kitchen and Sushi Bar
5 Courses       65
7 Courses       85
accompaniments
Edamame with sea salt       6
Premium Japanese Steamed Rice       4
Roasted Shishito Peppers       7
Wilted Pea Shoots       7
Organic Vegetables       7
Vegetable Udon       11
Thai Basil Fried Rice       9
Wagyu Fried Rice       14

prix fixe lunch $29

appetizer
Your Choice of
Green Salad      
Salmon Tartar      
Fried Oysters      
Miso Consomme      
Spicy Tuna Roll      
entrees
One of the Following
Salmon      
Chicken Breast Teriyaki      
Vegetable Udon      
dessert
Your Choice of
Maple Cinnamon Crème Brulee      
Coconut Blanc Manger      
Litchis      

teas

white tea
Very Low in caffeine. Originally Harvested in the Northern Fujian Province of China From Wild Tea bushes, White Teas Are Highly Prized Because They Consist of Top Buds and Leaves only. Ancient Tea connoisseurs, Always on the Lookout For the Ultimate tea, Has a Most Delicate Flower
Jasmine Pearl aroma: heady jasmine blossom. palate & finish: delicate palate and sweet finish       10
green tea
Very Low in caffeine. Green Tea Is Grown in japan, China and taiwan. Green Tea Is unfermented. After the Leaves Are picked, They Are Immediately Steamed to Prevent Any oxidation. Green Tea Contains Minerals (iron, sodium, potassium) and Vitamins (carotene, a, d, b1, b2, c)
Genmaimatcha matcha with roasted rice. aroma: sweet and nutty palate & finish: complex texture       10
Organic Lychee Green perfumed in the traditional chinese manner with the sweet and complex bouquet of lychee. aroma: sweet and nutty palate & finish: soft and mellow       9
oolong tea
Low in caffeine. Oolongs Are From China and taiwan. It Has a Distinct Fresh Taste and Produces a Pale Yellow Liquor and Flowery aroma. Oolong Is Especially Good For Digestion and a Great Tea to Drink After a Large Meal
Osmanthus Oolong top-grade oolong tea from formosa delicately scented with rare osmanthus flowers. highly coveted and prized for its champagne. aroma and deep rich flavor. aroma: earthy and floral palate & finish: broad and unique flavor       9
Tangerine from south africa, infused with the sweet character of sunny citrus. aroma: sweet and citrusy palate & finish: full-bodied       10
fruit infused tea
Naturally decaffeinated. Fruit Tisanes Are Blends of Dried Fruits and berries, Often With a Base of Hibiscus Flowers and rosehips. High in Vitamin c, Fruit Tisanes Have full, Fruity aromas, Complemented by Tangy and Sweet flavors, and Produce Lovely red, Full-bodied Infusions
Apricot Orchards sweet and citrusy, this blend of apricot, hibiscus flowers, rosehips, and citrus zest leaves a lingering taste in your mouth. aroma: sweet palate & finish: light- bodied & aromatic       9
Raspberry Tea our fabulous house blend of wild raspberries, strawberries and blackberries. aroma: sweet berries palate & finish: full-bodied and rich sweetness       10
Geisha Essence of Tea exclusive blend of japanese citrus and pineapple       9.50
blossoming teas $12
Very Low in caffeine. You Will Experience a Mesmerizing Show As These Delicate Infused Flowers Blossom in Front of Your Eyes
The Geisha Budding Jasmine Rose young silver-tipped leaves of exceptional quality are scented with exotic jasmine flowers then wrapped around a real rosebud. blossoms at your table. aroma: sweet jasmine palate & finish: delicate      
Flowering Peach Tea white tea naturally flavored with the essence of peach, the tea leaves slowly unfurl to reveal a floral bouquet with the delicate scent of sweet peaches. aroma: fresh and delicate sweetness of peaches palate & finish: subtle and lightly sweet      
ice tea
Geisha Special Ice tea, Ginger with peach tea       6
black tea
Medium caffeine. Black Tea Is Fully fermented, Gaining Its Color and Character From the Processing of the leaves. Black Tea Is Grown in china, india, Sri lanka, and africa, and Is the Most Common Type of Tea in the Western World
Imperial English Breakfast artfully blended with the light liquoring leaves of a sweet ceylon. our imperial blend yields a refined and well balanced grey breakfast cup aroma: sweet biscuity palate & finish: eager and refined smooth sweetness       9
Lavender Earl Grey well-balanced black tea scented with oil of bergamot and perfumed with the finest lavender buds. aroma: flora palate & finish: spicy with a sweet lingering finish       9
Cassis an exceptionally aromatic tea with a rich black currant flavor. aroma: aromatic and sweet palate & finish: black currants with a dry edge       9
Ginger Peach the warm feeling of ripe peaches and fresh ginger root. aroma: sweet & spicy palate & finish: well-balanced       10
hand-smoked teas
Caffeine. As With Many Great Things in Life It Was Discovered by chance. Delicate and Intriguing Smoky Palate
Sumo from kyoto japan, hand-smoked with sweet alderwood, will warm your bones on a cold and rainy night. aroma: sweet and tarry palate & finish: full-bodied, sweet smoky finish       10
herbal tea $9
Caffeine free. a Collection of herbs, flowers, fruits, Berries or Spices From Around the world. Herbal Infusions Are Naturally Caffeine-free
Organic Peppermint Leaves refreshing as an aromatherapy session. fresh and rich in mint oils, with an uplifting aroma. aroma: cool palate & finish: minty and sweet      
Chamomile from the mountains of japan. superior-grade of wild chamomile blossoms. calming, honey and fruit flavors      
dessert
Coconut Blanc-manger pearls of tapioca with coconut vanilla sauce and a chocolate drizzle, tea pairing: imperial english breakfast       10
Chocolate Cake warm chocolate cake with a chocolate ginger sauce alongside two meringue ice cream sandwiches with ginger and chocolate coconut ice cream. tea pairing: ginger peach       10
Crème Brulee maple cinnamon crème brulee served with warm madelines, tea pairing: sumo       10
Chocolate Bread Pudding warm chocolate ganache bread pudding with a vanilla roija ice cream and caramel port sauce. tea pairing: imperial english breakfast       10
Winter Berry and Vanilla Swirl Parfait berry cake with vanilla and winter berry sorbet and a spicy strawberry caramel sauce. tea pairing: tangerine rooibos       10
Litchis litchis with clouds of almond milk. tea pairing: imperial english breakfast       10
For the Chocolate Lover a box of assorted tea truffles. hand made on the premises. tea pairing: lavender earl grey       12
Teamisu (for one or two to share) green tea and zen liqueur infused lady fingers served with layers of mascarpone cheese. tea pairing: organic lychee green       14
Geisha Bento Box of Ginger Cookies (for the holidays) tea: imperial english breakfast       12
Ice creams, sorbet, Sherbet & Mochi ice creams: vanilla, matcha mochi: green tea, vanilla. sorbet: champagne, green apple. sherbet: passionfruit. tea pairing: raspberry tea       10
coffee
American or Decaf       3
Espresso or Decaf       3.50
Macchiato       3.75
Cappuccino or Decaf       4.25
Latte or Decaf       4.25
Ice Coffee or Decaf       4.25
Ice Cappuccino or Decaf       4.50
Double Espresso or Decaf       5.50
Soy Milk Cappuccino or Cafe Latte       4.25

lounge

non alcoholic cocktails $10
Virgin Coconut Martini fresh coconut puree, coconut milk with a splash of almond syrup      
Virgin Pineapple Martini fresh pineapple puree, pineapple juice, grenadine with a splash of apple juice      
Virgin Panda Martini fresh strawberry puree, coconut puree, topped with whipped cream      
Virgin Litchi litchi juice, pomegranate juice, apple juice, lemon sour      
specialty cocktails $14
Aloe Vera martini* imperia super premium vodka, aloe vera juice, lime juice, pomegranate juice      
Strawberry Banana martini* hamptons banana vodka, strawberry puree with a splash of strawberry liqueur      
Hana San zubrowka vodka, passion fruit juice, apple juice, fresh mint, cinnamon      
Jasmine Martini christiania, grand marnier, jasmine simple syrup, fresh pressed pink grapefruit juice      
Coconut Martini stoli vanilla, godiva white liqueur, fresh coconut puree, slivers of coconut and chocolate      
Espresso Martini "katana warrior" absolut, kahlua, espresso shot, sugar syrup      
Ume Momo Martini plum vodka, ume shu, apricot brandy, herbed peach tea      
Litchi martini* absolut ice citron, litchi juice, litchi liqueur      
Choco Geisha Martini stoli vanilla, godiva dark and white liqueur      
Sakerita tequila cueva gold, cointreau, sake, fresh lime juice      
Mango Samurai Mojito mount gay mango rum, fresh muddled with sugar, lime and soda      
Passion Fruit martini* stoli, chambord, passion fruit puree      
Litchi Caipirina cachaca, litchi juice, lime, brown sugar      
Ginger Martini grey goose le citron, canton ginger liqueur, chilled served up      
Rainbow* christiania, midori, peach schnapps, red bull, orange juice and grenadine      
Cooler tanqueray, creme de menthe, lime juice, topped with ginger ale and mint leaves      
Shisojito belvedere pomarancza, fresh shizo muddled with brown sugar, fresh orange slices and soda      
Rising Sun han soju rice vodka, pineapple, juice orange juice and grenadine      
Watermelon christiania, watermelon schnapps and chambord liqueur      
Geisha Mary ketel one, tomato juice, worcester sauce, wasabi, shirachi, salt, pepper      
Geisha blossom* 10 cane super premium rum, fresh mint splash of honey simple syrup, green tea liqueur, litchi juice      
Yuzu-basil martini* toyonaga (shochu) rice vodka, yuzu japanese line juice, basil leaves, splash of fiji water      
Cherry Martini cherry flavored vodka, cherry juice, morello cherry puree, fonseca 10 years of port wine      
Canton* canton ginger liqueur, pravda vodka, apple juice, ginger ale and shiso leaves      
Elder Flower martini* christiana vodka, elder flower cordial, lime juice and blue curacao      
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