New Izakaya (pronounced as "ee-ZAH-ka-ya")
style dishes and seating has been designed by Jimmy. Similar to
appetizers, Izakaya style lets you choose among many smaller dish items
from homemade gyoza and homemade vegetable spring rolls to edamame and
other dishes.
An izakaya is a type of Japanese drinking
establishment which also serves food to accompany the drinks. The food
is usually more substantial than those offered in other types of
drinking establishments in Japan such as bars.
Izakaya's are traditional Japanese taverns
or pubs where businessmen go for a drink or quick meal after work.
Portions are smaller, and less expensive. The idea is to choose two or
three at a time with a glass or two of Japanese beer, sake or green tea.
The name "izakaya" means "i (to remain)"
and "sakaya" (sake shop). The Japanese word originates from sake shops
which allowed customers to remain on the premises to drink.
Izakaya are sometimes called Akach'chin
(red lantern) in daily conversation, because these paper lanterns are
traditionally found in front of an izakaya.
Jimmy redesigned a portion of the
restaurant to be more similar to the Izakaya look- where booths are
separated by walls and an overhang.
This provides more privacy, in a more traditional Japanese dining environment.
In addition to the Izakaya menu, new
signature Japanese dishes are available with Jimmy's specially made
teriyaki and spicy sauces.
Mekabu for Health
Want a healthy way to eat? Try some Mekabu seaweed. Scientifically proven to improve immunity, improve health and decrease cancer activity.
Ask Jimmy to add his famous Mekabu sauce
to your meat, chicken, fish or vegetable dish. Great to top off your
favorite dishes. Jimmy is now selling his Mekabu sauce and packaged
Mekabu seaweed.
While
decor and atmosphere has remained reflected the traditional Japanese
look over the decades, Jimmy continues to refine his signature dishes.