Jay's Bar – American
Jay’s Bar captures the spirited energy of a neighborhood izakaya, where the golden glow of the dining room mirrors the perfectly crisped shells of panko-crusted oysters and creamy crab croquettes. The air carries the savory steam of hand-pleated gyoza, served either pan-seared to a snap or nestled in rich, warming broths that invite guests to linger over every bite. From the cooling simplicity of silken tofu to the bold heat of karamiso dumplings, each dish offers a vibrant, textural journey through Japanese comfort classics.
4321 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles CA 90029 https://jaysbarla.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM
- Saturday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its flavorful dishes and generous portions, guests consistently praise the high quality of the meal and the professional, knowledgeable service. Reviewers highlight the relaxed vibe that makes for a memorable experience, noting that the staff's expertise helps diners navigate the menu with ease. The welcoming atmosphere and satisfying portions ensure
Menu
House Specials
- Japanese Croquettes (2pc) - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cold Tofu - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Oyster (5pc) - $12: Deep-fried oyster with special sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aji Fried - $10: Deep-fried mackerel with tartar sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Croquettes (3pc) - $14: Crab meat with cream inside Japanese croquettes. Comes with salad with special sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
Gyoza
- Vegetable Gyoza (6pc) - $10 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork + Chicken Gyoza (6pc) - $10 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gyoza Soup (5pc) - $12 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Karamiso Gyoza - $12: With spicy ground pork sauce on top. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ultimate Gyoza - $14: Karamiso + cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegetarian
- House Salad - $6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cucumber Salad - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seaweed Salad - $6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beet Salad - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Edamame - $8 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jalapeños Poppers - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Cheese Sticks - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Zucchini Sticks - $8 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Tofu - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Spring Rolls - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Ring Tower - $10 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- J's Special Burger (Vegetarian) - $13 Dietary tags: Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Proteins
- Karaage - $8: Japanese deep-fried marinated chicken Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Tempura (6pc) - $10: Deep-fried shrimp with special dipping sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari - $12: Japanese squid deep-fried with marinara sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Takoyaki (6pc) - $12: Japanese fried snack with minced octopus Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tonkatsu Sando - $15: Pork cutlet sandwich Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tonkatsu Plate - $12: Pork cutlet with shredded cabbage, mayo, special sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- J's Special Wings (6pc) - $14: Deep-fried with special sauce Dietary tags: Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- J's Special Wings (12pc) - $20: Deep-fried with special sauce Dietary tags: Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- J's Special Burger - $10 Available at: dinner, lunch
Ramen
- Tonkotsu Ramen - $18: Pork soup, topped with black garlic oil, spicy miso, green onion Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soy Sauce Ramen - $16: Japanese old-fashioned broth made traditionally with soy sauce, pork, chicken broth Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Ramen - $18: Spinach noodles in vegan broth enriched with miso, topped with mushroom, corn, green onion Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Ramen - $18: Pork soup mixed with special extra spicy sauce, topped with black garlic oil, spicy miso and green onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- French Fries - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Fries - $8 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tater Tots - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Jay's Bar French Fries - $12: French Fries with spicy ground pork 'Karamiso' on top Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Bon Voyage - $14: Rye whiskey, Peychaud's, sugar cube, absinthe rinse, lemon twist Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Mr. C Special - $14: Blanco tequila, triple sec, lime, agave syrup, jalapeno Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Jay's Classic Highball - $14: Japanese 'TOKI' whiskey, lemon peel, soda water Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Pack Your Mule - $16: Tito's handmade Vodka, ginger beer, lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- The Classic Easton - $16: Gin, lime, simple syrup, mint, cucumber Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal
- Jay's Old Fashioned - $16: Bourbon, Angostura, orange bitters, sugar cube, orange twist Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- White Negroni - $16: Gin, Amaro Angelino, Dry vermouth, lemon twist Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Yuzu You - $16: Shishito infused gin, Yuzu liqueur, lime, cracked pepper Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Outlaw Smash - $16: Traveller Whiskey, lemon, honey, mint and benedictine Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Matcha Cha Cha - $16: Premium fresh made matcha, vodka, simple syrup, fruit mix Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Wake Me Up! - $18: Espresso Martini, Haku Japanese Vodka, Mr Black, cold brew, extra shot of espresso, simple syrup w/ coffee beans on top Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about Jay's Bar
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- Jay's Bar offers a casual dining experience with a relaxed neighborhood vibe, budget-friendly pricing, and professional service.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy the relaxed neighborhood vibe by sampling flavorful dishes like gyoza and croquettes while utilizing the knowledgeable staff's menu expertise.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not specify the total number of reviews for Jay's Bar.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The menu supports diverse diets including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, keto, dairy-free, pescatarian, high-protein, and heart-healthy options across various dishes.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The restaurant accommodates diverse diets with vegan, gluten-free, and high-protein options like vegetable gyoza, cold tofu, and shrimp tempura.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Jay's Bar specializes in Japanese-inspired American cuisine, featuring gyoza, panko-crusted oysters, crab croquettes, and various ramen dishes.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain information regarding Jay's Bar's specific hours of operation.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- This budget-friendly ($) spot is ideal for dates, featuring a relaxed vibe, professional service, and a perfect 5.0/5 rating.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Jay's Bar has an overall rating of 5.0/5, reflecting high-quality dishes and professional service.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly American restaurant stands out with a perfect 5.0 rating, offering generous portions of Japanese-inspired dishes and professional service.
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