Vaka Restaurant Menu

126 items in 9 sections · $3.66 – $195.20 · Restaurant in Lawrence, MA

Closed · opens 2:00 PM Directions Call to order

Vaka Restaurant’s menu lists 126 dishes and drinks, grouped into Appetizer, Beverages, Sushi Aplatanao, Bento Box, Main Course, and Dessert and more. Prices range from $3.66 to $195.20, and a typical item costs about $19.52. Popular choices include Spicy Edamame, Sunkist, La Linea Roll, Dominican Box, and NinjaFongo.

Appetizer 26

Spicy Edamame$8.54
FRESHLY BLANCHED EDAMAME
Rockefeller Buffalo Dips$24.40
Shrimp or Chicken Dip in our rocafella creamy and cheese buffalo sauce, served with chips
Lobster Rangoon$18.00
Crispy golden wontons stuffed with tender lobster and creamy cheese, served with a tangy-sweet tamarindo dipping sauce that perfectly balances richness and tropical zest.
Chimi Bao$18.00
Dominican-style bao buns with pickled cabbage, spicy mayo, and soy glaze. Your choice of oxtail or beef
Croqueta De Maduro$17.08
SWEET PLANTAIN WITH GUACAMOLE, SPICY KANI & CHEESE
Ceviche Ninja$21.96
FISH AND SHRIMP CURED IN LIME JUICE AND SERVED WITH PEPPERS & CHIPS
Ninja Conconcito$17.08
CRISPY RICE SERVED WITH YOUR CHOICE OF BEEF, SHRIMP, OR SHREDDED CHICKEN
Fusion Tuna Tartar$21.96
FRESH WILD CAUGHT TUNA WITH MANGO, AVOCADO & PLANTAIN CHIPS
Crab Rangoon$14.64
La Limpiabota$21.96
La Yola$19.52
SWEET PLANTAIN FILLED WITH SHRIMP AND TOPPED WITH NINJA SAUCE
Beef Satay$17.08
BEEF SKEWERS IN AN ASIAN-FUSION TERIYAKI SAUCE
Nori Tacos$21.96
avocado, eel sauce, spicy mayo, with your choice: spicy tuna - spicy shrimp
Pillow Talk Wings$17.08
Crispy, golden wings tossed in your choice of a sweet Orange glaze or our spicy, flavorful General Tso’s Sauce. A tempting start to any meal.
El Final$16.20
MASHED SWEET PLANTAIN WITH YOUR CHOICE OF CHICKEN OR STEAK TOPPED WITH BACON SAUCE
Kani Salad$19.52
CRAB MEAT SALAD WITH CHOPPED ROMAINE, CUCUMBER, ONION & MAYO
Ninja Octopus Salad$19.52
Tender slices of marinated octopus are tossed with fresh greens, avocado, and a zesty dressing, finished with a touch of heat for a stealthy kick — light, refreshing, and full of bold flavor.
Shanghai Street Fries$21.96
French fries and chicken bites lightly tossed in your choice of sauce and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese general tso - orange
Gyoza Chicken$12.20
STEAMED OR FRIED CHICKEN DUMPLINGS
Asian Chicharon$17.08
FRIED PORK BELLY DRIZZLED WITH A SWEET CHILI SAUCE & SCALLIONS
Fried Calamari$17.08
DEEP FRIED CALAMARI WITH SPICY MAYO
Mofonguito De Yuca Con Ajo$18.30
FRIED YUCCA BASKETS SERVED WITH YOUR CHOICE OF BEEF, SHRIMP, OR SHREDDED CHICKEN
Chuleria$18.30
SLICED SWEET PLANTAIN WITH STIR-FRIED VEGGIES & SHRIMP
Rock Shrimp$17.08
FRIED SHRIMP IN A SPICY MAYO SAUCE
Chicken Wing$12.20
SAUCE CHOICES INCLUDE MANGO JALAPENO, CILANTRO SWEET CHILI, OR SIRACHA BARBECUE
Tiraditos$15.00
SALMON OR TUNA WITH AN ASIAN-FUSION SOY DRESSING

Beverages 8

Sunkist$4.88
Jugo Limon Natural$7.32
Gingerale$4.88
Sprite Can$4.88
Water$3.66
Jugo Natural Passion Fruits$6.10
Tonic Water$6.10
Coke Can$4.88

Sushi Aplatanao 29

La Linea Roll$26.84
A bold fusion roll that bridges island flavor with Asian tradition. Featuring Fried Yucca, Dominican Fried Cheese, Avocado, and tender, slow-braised Oxtail (Rabo)—a one-of-a-kind sushi experience.
Bani- Tokio Roll$17.08
CHICKEN TEMPURA, MADURO, BACON, AVOCADO, AND BACON SAUCE
Fenway Roll$21.96
Chicken tempura, bacon, maduro, cream cheese with Tso’s chicken topping
El Fuerte Roll$21.96
CHURRASCO, MADURO & MOZZARELLA (NO RICE ON THIS ROLL)
Popi Roll$21.96
SHRIMP TEMPURA, CREAM CHEESE, MADURO, AVOCADO & CRABMEAT WITH LATIN SAUCE
La Medusa Rolaa$36.60
SHRIMP TEMPURA, CREAM CHEESE, MADURO, ½ LOBSTER WITH MEDUSA SAUCE
Blue Roll$19.52
SHRIMP TEMPURA, CREAM CHEESE, MADURO, GUACAMOLE & ROPA VIEJA
La Pampara Roll$19.52
CHICKEN TEMPURA, CREAM CHEESE, MADURO, GUACAMOLE & LONGANIZA
Salisbury Beach Roll$23.18
SHRIMP TEMPURA, CUCUMBER, KANI, SALMON & GUACAMOLE WITH NINJA SAUCE
La Pela Roll$19.52
SHRIMP TEMPURA, CREAM CHEESE, MADURO, GUACAMOLE, SEAFOOD MIX
Tropical Roll$14.64
Ninja Roll$19.52
CHICKEN TEMPURA, CREAM CHEESE, MADURO, GUACAMOLE, CHICKEN TERIYAKI
Chapi Roll$19.52
CHICKEN TEMPURA, CREAM CHEESE, MADURO GUACAMOLE & CHICHARRON
Platter El Ninja Para 4-6$195.20
New York Roll$17.08
CHICKEN TEMPURA, CREAM CHEESE, BACON, MADURO
Laconia Beach Roll$19.52
SHRIMP TEMPURA, CREAM CHEESE, MADURO, GUACAMOLE, CRABMEAT
Crunchy Roll$19.52
SHRIMP TEMPURA, MOZZARELLA, BACON MADURO, FRIED PANKO
Trucho Roll$21.96
FRIED CHEESE, LONGANIZA, MADURO, STEAK & CHIMICHURRI SAUCE
La Para Roll$17.08
SHRIMP TEMPURA, CHEESE, BACON, MADURO, AVOCADO
Serie 56 Roll$19.52
STEAK, BACON, CREAM CHEESE, MADURO, GUACAMOLE & CHIMICHURRI
Vaka Roll$19.52
UNA TARTARE, CUCUMBER, MADURO, GUACAMOLE, JALAPENO & PICO DE GALLO
Acqua Roll$19.52
SHRIMP TEMPURA, MOZARELLA CHEESE, SWEET PLANTAIN, DEEP-FRIED BACON
Picadera Vakaneria$109.80
Chef selection of mix appetizer and sushi for 4-6 people
Cibao Roll$14.64
SALAMI, DEEP-FRIED CHEESE AND MADURO
Latin Love Roll$26.84
Shrimp Tempura, Cream Cheese, Ripe Plantain, Avocado, Shrimp with our Spicy Mayo Sauce
Alta Gama Roll$24.40
Shrimp tempura, Lobster tempura, cream cheese, maduro, crawfish on a pela sauce
El Carnal Roll$19.52
CHICKEN TEMPURA, CARNITA, AVOCADO, FRIES, CHEESE WITH DORITO TEMPURA
No Bulto$17.00
STEAK, GRILLED CHICKEN, CREAM CHEESE, MADURO, GUACAMOLE AND CHIMICHURRI SAUCE
Hampton Roll$19.52
SALMON TEMPURA, FRIED CHEESE, MADURO, GUACAMOLE

Bento Box 7

Dominican Box$26.84
CHURRASCO, CHOFAN, CIBAO ROLL SALAD & DUMPLING
Chicken Teriyaki Bento Box$24.40
INCLUDED IN ALL BENTO BOX WHITE RICE, SALAD, MISO SOUP, CALIFORNIA ROLL & DUMPLING
Beef Teriyaki Bento Box$26.84
NCLUDED IN ALL BENTO BOX WHITE RICE, SALAD, MISO SOUP, CALIFORNIA ROLL & DUMPLING
Orange Chicken Bento Box$24.00
INCLUDED IN ALL BENTO BOX WHITE RICE, SALAD, MISO SOUP, CALIFORNIA ROLL & DUMPLING
Salmon Teriyaki Bento Box$29.28
NCLUDED IN ALL BENTO BOX WHITE RICE, SALAD, MISO SOUP, CALIFORNIA ROLL & DUMPLING
Shrimp Teriyaki Bento Box$29.28
NCLUDED IN ALL BENTO BOX WHITE RICE, SALAD, MISO SOUP, CALIFORNIA ROLL & DUMPLING
General Tso Chicken Bento Box$24.00
INCLUDED IN ALL BENTO BOX WHITE RICE, SALAD, MISO SOUP, CALIFORNIA ROLL & DUMPLING

Main Course 34

NinjaFongo$25.00
SERVED WITH A SIDE OF YOUR CHOICE CHICKEN, SHRIMP,SEAFOOD, SKIRT STEAK
Bandeja Banileja$30.00
Mr Miyagi Chicken Sandwich$21.96
Deep fried chicken breast with cabagge cheese, bacon, and our signature chimi sauce
Cowboy Ribeye$73.20
BONE-IN RIBEYE STEAK WITH CHOICE OF ONE SIDE
Lobster Fried Rice$48.80
Japanese-style fried rice with lobster, ham, eggs
Pescado Relleno De Marisco$54.90
Whole crispy red snapper, packed with a garlic-butter sautéed seafood mix — shrimp, mussels & calamari with bold Vaka flavor.
Chofan Hawallano$29.28
LATIN INFUSED HAWAIIAN STYLE FRIED RICE WITH SHRIMP, HAM & PINEAPPLE
Bandeja Jamaica$36.60
FRIED RICE, TERIYAKI CHICKEN, FRIED FISH ON COCONUT SAUCE, FRIED SWEET PLANTAIN & VEGETABLES
Rabo Encendio$41.48
Rich, tender oxtail braised Dominican-style in a mildly spicy sauce. This deeply flavorful dish delivers warmth, comfort, and soul in every bite.
Langosta Naguera$67.10
BAKED LOBSTER WITH A VARIETY OF SEAFOOD STUFFING ON A NINJA SAUCE AND YOUR CHOICE OF ONE SIDE
Pulpo A La Diabla$19.52
Perfectly grilled octopus tossed in our devilish spicy Diabla sauce, balancing heat, citrus, and a touch of garlic — sinful and unforgettable.
Orange Chicken$31.72
traditional Chinese plate with a slightly tangy, savory, and mildly spicy taste, accompanied with sticky white rice and garlic fried plantain
Vaka Fried Rice$29.28
Our house specialty — a vibrant fusion of Latin and Asian flavors. Jasmine rice stir-fried with vegetables, garlic, and a touch of soy, finished with our signature Vaka seasoning and your choice of protein. Bold, savory, and unforgettable —
Pescado Samana$43.92
FRIED RED SNAPPER IN NINJA COCONUT SAUCE WITH YOUR CHOICE OF ONE SIDE
Bandeja Cubana$36.60
RICE, BEANS, SHREDDED BEEF, PULLED PORK, FRIED YUCCA WITH CHIMICHURRI SAUCE, A FRIED EGG, AND AVOCADO
Kamasutra$50.00
12oz NEW YORK STEAK GRILLED AND YOUR CHOICE OF ONE SIDE
New York Strip$45.00
Juicy New York strip steak topped with succulent garlic butter shrimp, served with your choice of home fries or creamy mashed potatoes, and a side of sweet corn.
Dyckman On Essex$73.20
A luxurious surf & turf experience — tender New York strip steak paired with juicy shrimp satay and a buttery lobster tail, served with a vibrant Japanese-style sauté of fresh mixed vegetables. Balanced, bold, and full of flavor — this dish
Chicken Teriyaki$29.28
RILLED CHICKEN TERIYAKI SERVED WITH ASPARAGUS, SCALLIONS, AND YOUR CHOICE OF ONE SIDE
Cowgirl Steak$55.00
A thick-cut ribeye, flame-seared with Vaka’s signature seasoning blend and finished with our homemade garlic-Parmesan butter. Served with your choice of one side.
Paella Vaka$42.70
A DOMINICAN-JAPANESE FUSION PAELLA
VakaFongo En Salsa Medusa$67.10
MOFONGO TOPPED WITH MIXED SEAFOOD SERVED IN A SPECIAL SAUCE
Grill Salmon$31.72
GRILLED SALMON ACCOMPANIED BY A A CHOICE OF ONE SIDE
General Tso's Chicken$31.72
raditional Chinese plate with a slightly tangy, savory, and mildly spicy taste accompanied with sticky white rice and garlic fried plantain
Spicy Chicharon Fried Rice$29.28
A bold, aromatic fusion of jasmine rice stir-fried with fresh Thai basil, garlic, and chilies. Tossed with tender, crispy pork belly for a perfect balance of spice, flavor, and fragrance — a vibrant dish that captures the essence of Thai st
204 Broadway Steak$61.00
8oz skirt steak with three shrimp topped with lobster meat and mushroom sauce
Vaka Vip Burger$21.96
A burger made for true Vaka royalty — a juicy handcrafted beef patty layered with melted cheese, crispy bacon, caramelized onions, and fresh lettuce on a buttery brioche bun. Finished with our signature Vaka sauce for the ultimate gourmet b
Tomohawk 34oz$158.60
34 OZ BONE-IN TOMAHAWK WITH CHOICE OF ONE SIDE
Mar Y Tierra$48.80
A powerhouse duo of juicy grilled skirt steak and sizzling shrimp, glazed in our fiery-creamy Ninja sauce — your choice of side to complete the knockout.
Yakisoba Noodle$24.20
JAPANESE STIR-FRIED NOODLES WITH CHOICE OF CHICKEN OR SHRIMP
Churrasco$41.48
IMPORTED SKIRT STEAK WITH CHOICE OF ONE SIDE
Bandeja Colombiana$36.60
RICE, BEANS, STEAK, CHICHARON, CHORIZO, MADURO, AVOCADO & A FRIED EGG
Grill Chicken Breast$29.28
GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST SERVED WITH A SIDE OF YOUR CHOICE
Pescado Relleno De Paella$54.90
Whole Dominican-style fried snapper, packed with Vaka’s signature paella — shrimp, mussels & bold island seasoning in every bite.

Dessert 2

Chocolate Tres Leche$8.54
Tres Leche Passion Fruits Fuego$12.20

Traditional Sushi 17

Constanza Roll$9.76
CHEF SELECTION OF FRESH VEGGIES
Alaska Roll$12.20
SALMON, CUCUMBER & AVOCADO
Rainbow Roll$19.52
KANI, CUCUMBER, TUNA, SALMON & AVOCADO
Dynamite Roll$18.30
DEEP-FRIED YELLOW TAIL TUNA, AVOCADO & SPICY MAYO
Vip California Roll$19.52
KANI, CUCUMBER, AVOCADO SMOKED SALMON, GUACAMOLE & CRAB MEAT
Snow Mountain Roll$19.52
SHRIMP TEMPURA, SNOW CRAB MEAT, TOBIKO, AVOCADO & SPICY MAYO
Dragon Roll$19.52
SHRIMP TEMPURA, EEL, AVOCADO
Geisha Roll$19.52
SALMON, TUNA AVOCADO WITH SPICY MAYO DEEP-FRIED
Samurai Roll$18.30
SPICY YELLOW TAIL TUNA, AVOCADO WITH PICO DE GALLO & PINEAPPLE
Volcano Roll$19.52
SHRIMP TEMPURA, AVOCADO & KANI WITH SPICY MAYO
Spicy Salmon Roll$12.20
SALMON & SPICY MAYO
Yellow Tail Roll$14.64
YELLOW TAIL FISH, AVOCADO, AND SPICY MAYO
California Roll$12.20
KANI, CUCUMBER, AVOCADO
Philadelphia Roll$12.20
SMOKED SALMON, CUCUMBER & CREAM CHEESE
Eel Avocado Roll$12.20
Spicy Tuna Roll$12.20
TUNA & SPICY MAYO
Fiesta Roll$14.64
SPICY TUNA, YELLOW TAIL & AVOCADO

Soup 2

Miso Soup$5.00
Thai Dumpling Soup$8.54

Accesory 1

Shrimp Accesory$12.20

How these prices compare

Based on 129 menus with 9,386 priced items from restaurants in Massachusetts, the median menu item costs $14.00, and half of all items are priced between $8.70 and $19.65.

At Vaka Restaurant the median listed price is $19.52, higher than the typical $14.00 for restaurants in Massachusetts.

Most common items at restaurants in Massachusetts
Item	On menus	Typical price
Caesar Salad	26%	$12.99
French Fries	18%	$6.00
Mozzarella Sticks	16%	$11.00
Grilled Cheese	13%	$9.00
Chicken Tenders	12%	$14.51
Caesar	12%	$12.75

Typical prices are calculated from 129 menus in our guide.

Menu items and prices are provided for information and may have changed (last updated April 2026). Allergen information is not included – please ask the restaurant.

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