
Kitava
Gluten free · Houston
What to order
from the menuChicken Nuggets
Cassava flour breaded chicken, served with house made ketchup
Small Plates$8
Picadillo Beef Protein Plate
100% grass-fed beef, chickpea miso eggplant, roasted fingerling potatoes
Protein Plates$16
Miso Salmon Plate
Sustainably sourced salmon, chickpea miso glaze, roasted rainbow carrots, jasmine rice
Protein Plates$21
Paprika Chicken Protein Plate
Free-range Mary’s chicken thigh, charred broccoli, jasmine rice, avocado goddess
Protein Plates$16
Sweet Plantain Bowl
Jasmine rice, plantains, cumin beans, kale slaw, avocado, cilantro, romesco sauce
Signature Bowls$13
Sesame Chicken Bowl
Jasmine rice, crispy chicken with cassava flour breading, charred broccoli, sesame togarashi, scallions, ginger ponzu sauce
Signature Bowls$16
Menu
from the website · 2026-09-02Prices and items may have changed. Display only — this restaurant isn't taking orders here yet.
Protein Plates
- Picadillo Beef Protein Plate100% grass-fed beef, chickpea miso eggplant, roasted fingerling potatoes$16.00
- Miso Salmon PlateSustainably sourced salmon, chickpea miso glaze, roasted rainbow carrots, jasmine rice$21.00
- Paprika Chicken Protein PlateFree-range Mary’s chicken thigh, charred broccoli, jasmine rice, avocado goddess$16.00
Small Plates
- Za'atar Cauliflower & HummusCauliflower florets tossed with za’atar spices, served over chickpea hummus, topped with cilantro and green goddess dressing.$7.00
- Fried PlantainsNaturally sweet plantains, served with chipotle aioli$6.00
- Crispy Brussels SproutsBrussels sprouts cooked in sustainable palm oil, served with chipotle aioli$9.00
- Chicken NuggetsCassava flour breaded chicken, served with house made ketchup$8.00
Signature Bowls
- Sweet Plantain Bowlvegetarian · veganJasmine rice, plantains, cumin beans, kale slaw, avocado, cilantro, romesco sauce$13.00
- Sesame Chicken BowlJasmine rice, crispy chicken with cassava flour breading, charred broccoli, sesame togarashi, scallions, ginger ponzu sauce$16.00
- Power Bowlvegetarian · veganWild rice blend from Lundberg Farms, farmer’s greens, hummus, sweet potatoes, avocado, pickled onions, almond slivers, avocado goddess dressing.$13.00
- Burrito BowlJasmine rice, paprika chicken, cumin beans, chimichurri mushrooms & sautéd spinach, guac, jalapeño lime dressing$14.00
- Evolved Caesar SaladvegetarianFarmer’s greens, sliced radish, pastured egg, avocado, gluten-free croutons, cashew “parmesan," herb ranch dressing$10.00
- Citrus Saladvegetarian · veganFarmer's greens, seasonal citrus fruit slices, diced cucumber, pickled onions, avocado, almond slices, lemon vinaigrette dressing$12.00
- Guac & Greens Saladvegetarian · veganFarmer's greens, black bean & corn salad, red cabbage, guacamole, paprika-dusted organic corn tortilla strips, creamy jalapeño lime dressing.$14.00
- Grilled Chicken SaladFarmer's greens, grilled Mary's free-range chicken breast (cold), avocado, diced cucumber, pickled onions, avocado goddess.$15.00
BYO Bowl
- Build-your-own bowlBuild-your-own bowl with your choice of base, protein, and sides.
Dessert
- Dark Chocolate BrownieRich and fudgy brownie made with cassava and coconut flour, pastured eggs, and coconut sugar$4.50
- Chocolate Chip CookieDark chocolate chip cookie made with GF flour mix, egg, vanilla, and dark chocolate sweetened with coconut sugar. Contains almonds and eggs.$4.50
Sides
- Charred BroccoliFresh broccoli roasted with extra virgin olive oil, garlic, ginger, and salt$4.00
- Za'atar CauliflowerCauliflower florets tossed with za’atar spices, cooked in sustainable palm fruit oil$5.00
- Black Beans & Corn Salad (Cold)Black beans, organic corn, red onion, cilantro, and lime salad$4.00
- Kale SlawFresh kale and shredded cabbage in a house-made tomato vinaigrette$4.00
- Sweet PotatoesSweet potatoes cooked with salt and extra virgin olive oil$4.00
- Marinated ChickpeasTender chickpeas in a za'atar spice marinade$4.00
- Cumin BeansA blend of red & mayocoba beans, soaked overnight and cooked with cumin, onion, garlic, and bay leaf$4.00
- HummusCreamy chickpea hummus made with garlic, extra virgin olive oil, and lemon juice$4.00
- 1/4 AvocadoQuarter avocado side order$2.00
- Jasmine RiceLong-grain jasmine rice$4.00
- Wild Rice BlendA blend of wild, brown, red, and black rice from Lundberg Family Farms$5.00
- Cauliflower RiceRiced cauliflower sautéed with turmeric, onions, garlic, and extra virgin olive oil$5.00
- Farmer's GreensA house-made blend of organic red leaf and arugula$4.00
- Chimichurri MushroomsCremini, oyster mushrooms and spinach cooked in a mild herb chimichurri sauce.$4.00
- Diced CucumberFreshly diced cucumber$4.00
- Roasted Rainbow CarrotsOven-roasted baby rainbow carrots with thyme, olive oil, and salt.$5.00
Proteins & Add-ons
- Plant Protein PattyHouse-made protein patty with black beans, gluten-free oats, almonds, pumpkin seeds, and flax seeds. Contains 11g protein$5.00
- Grilled Chicken Breast (cold)Mary's chicken breast, marinated in a lemon and salt water brine. Diced and served cold.$6.00
- Paprika ChickenPasture-raised chicken thigh coated with a mild paprika spice blend, then lightly charred$6.00
- Grilled SalmonSustainably sourced salmon grilled with salt and olive oil$9.00
- Picadillo Beef100% grass-fed and grass-finished beef simmered with mild spices, tomatoes, onions, and garlic in Kitava's home-made immunity broth$8.00
- Crispy ChickenCassava flour breaded chicken, cooked in sustainably sourced palm fruit oil$7.00
Sauces & Dressings
- Avocado GoddessCreamy avocado-based dressing made with parsley, cilantro, tahini, ginger root, and extra virgin olive oil$2.00
- House KetchupHouse ketchup made with tomatoes, garlic, and coconut sugar$2.00
- Chipotle AioliDairy-free aioli made with chipotle pepper, honey, and extra virgin olive oil$2.00
- Herb RanchSavory ranch made with herbs, lemon juice, and aquafaba from garbanzo beans (vegan)$2.00
- Romesco SauceRoasted bell pepper sauce made with sunflower seeds, garlic, lemon juice, and extra virgin olive oil$2.00
- Ginger Ponzu SauceSoy-free ginger ponzu sauce, made with coconut aminos$2.00
- Chickpea Miso DressingSoy free chickpea miso dressing with tahini, lemon juice and ginger.$2.00
- Lemon VinaigretteLight and simple dressing, made with a lemon juice & olive oil base$2.00
- Jalapeno Lime DressingCharred tomatillos and jalapeno dressing with cilantro and tahini.$2.00
Drinks
- Immunity BrothPasture-raised chicken bones simmered for 24 hours with turmeric & ginger root$6.00
- Marin KombuchaveganRotating flavors, tap or bottle$5.00
- OLIPOP Sparkling TonicsVarious flavors, healthy alternative to soda$4.00
- Spindrift Sparkling WaterVarious flavors, made with real fruit juice$3.50
- Mineral Water12 oz bottle from Agua de Piedra$3.00
- Chilled Green Tea16 oz bottle unsweetened tea from Teas' Tea$7.00
- Cold-Pressed JuiceVarious flavors from Happy Moose Juice$7.50
- Feel Mo' Betta Elixir Shot2 oz immunity elixir from Happy Moose Juice$4.50
- Hot CoffeeRegular or decaf coffee from Andytown$3.50
- Organic Hot TeaVarious flavors from Mighty Leaf Tea$2.75
WineDine-in only
- Farmstrong Field Rosé 2017veganRedwood Valley, CA light, crispy, subtly sweet 11.9%$9.00
- Farmstrong Field Rosé 2017 (Bottle)veganRedwood Valley, CA light, crispy, subtly sweet 11.9%$24.00
- Farmstrong Field White 2018veganSuisun Valley, CA bright, dry, refreshing 13.1%$11.00
- Farmstrong Field White 2018 (Bottle)veganSuisun Valley, CA bright, dry, refreshing 13.1%$32.00
- Farmstrong Field Red 2015veganNorthern CA medium-body, dry, satisfying 13.8%$13.00
- Farmstrong Field Red 2015 (Bottle)veganNorthern CA medium-body, dry, satisfying 13.8%$39.00
BeerDine-in only
- Ground Breaker BeerMultiple Flavors | Portland, OR 12-16 oz | 100% gluten-free$8.00
Snacks
- Keto BarAlmond butter brownie bar from Perfect Keto$3.25
- YES BarA better-for-you bar made with plant-based ingredients like almonds, maple syrup, dark chocolate, and fresh Saigon cinnamon.$3.00
- Good Chocolate SquareSugar-free squares from The Good Chocolate$2.25
- Good Chocolate BarSugar-free bars from The Good Chocolate$8.00
5832 Fairdale Ln, Houston, TX, 77057-6305





