JACK MANJIRO Brings Sushi, Tempura and Kasu-Udon to Manhattan Beach

If you’re looking for a new spot to add to your South Bay dining rotation, JACK MANJIRO is worth knowing. Located on Rosecrans Avenue in Manhattan Beach, this Japanese restaurant brings together sushi, tempura, and a signature style of udon in a relaxed setting just a short walk from the beach.

The restaurant keeps things casual while putting plenty of attention into the food, making it an easy option for a dinner out after the beach, a sushi night, or a bowl of something warm and comforting.

A Taste of Southern Osaka

One of the standout dishes at JACK MANJIRO is its Kasu-Udon, a traditional udon style associated with southern Osaka. The restaurant’s signature preparation builds its broth around beef, creating a rich, savory base with plenty of umami. The menu offers several takes on the dish, including Umami Kasu-Udon, Garlic Beef Kasu-Udon, Curry Kasu-Udon, and Spicy Red Kasu-Udon.

The restaurant’s Katsuju-don is another comforting Japanese favorite featuring a hearty combination of ingredients over rice. If you’re an udon fan, this is one part of the menu you won’t want to skip.

Don’t Sleep on the Tempura

JACK MANJIRO’s tempura selection gives you another reason to make a stop. The restaurant serves assorted vegetable and shrimp tempura, with a mix of mushroom, lotus root, shrimp, and okra. The crispy vegetables and seafood come with a salty tempura sauce, making it easy to share alongside sushi or a bowl of udon. For something with a little more kick, the spicy chicken karaage brings crispy fried chicken together with a spicy sauce.

Sushi at the Counter

Of course, sushi is a major part of the JACK MANJIRO experience. The menu features individual pieces of sushi and sashimi, rolls and hand rolls, giving you plenty of ways to build your meal. For anyone who would rather let the chef decide, the restaurant also offers a nine-piece chef’s choice sushi selection.

Selections include bluefin tuna, fatty toro, flounder, and tuna, with additional pieces changing based on the chef’s selection. There are also several specialty rolls with South Bay-inspired names, including the Manhattan Beach Roll and El Porto Roll.

A Casual Japanese Spot Near the Beach

Part of JACK MANJIRO’s appeal is its location. Situated at 302 Rosecrans Avenue, the restaurant is close enough to the beach to easily work into a day spent around Manhattan Beach. One of the coolest parts of the experience is the restaurant tradition they have: signing the walls. Guests get to leave their mark, so over time the restaurant becomes a collection of memories from everyone who’s been through the doors.

Add JACK MANJIRO to Your South Bay Food List

Whether you’re in the mood for fresh sushi, crispy tempura, or a bowl of rich Kasu-Udon, JACK MANJIRO offers plenty of options to explore.

For South Bay locals, its Rosecrans location makes it an easy addition to the next Manhattan Beach dinner lineup, especially if you’re looking to try something a little different from the usual beachside favorites.