About 10 10-minute drive from Naha Airport. It is a long-established steak restaurant representing Okinawa, located near Asahibashi Station on the Yui Rail in the west of Naha City. It has long been a favorite of locals, tourists, and U.S. military personnel alike, and has become one of Naha’s most popular sightseeing spots.
Point 1: What is the history and location of “Jackie’s Steakhouse”?
Jackie’s Steak House, located near Asahibashi Station on the west side of Naha City, is a long-established restaurant founded in 1953. In Okinawa, where American culture has been strongly rooted since shortly after World War II, “Jackie’s Steak House” has so many fans that it is known as “Jackie’s Steak House.
It is also a convenient place to stop by during sightseeing. Lines often form at lunchtime and in the evening. A neon sign resembling a unique traffic light is posted at the entrance to let you know how crowded it is.
While this is a humorous aspect of the restaurant, it also creates a nostalgic atmosphere with a mixture of Showa-era retro and American tastes.
Upon entering the restaurant, you will find many four-person booths made of wood, reminiscent of an American diner from the austere 1960s. The ceiling fans and other features give the space a nostalgic feel.
The clientele ranges from local regulars to tourists and even U.S. military personnel, so English is spoken and the space is truly “Okinawan and international.
It takes about 10 minutes from Naha Airport by car. It is also a 6-minute walk from Asahibashi Station on the Yui Rail.
Point 2: The specialty is steak! What is the most popular menu item at Jackie Steak House?
The most popular item at Jackie Steak House is the tenderloin steak, which is reasonably priced at around 1,800 yen for 150 grams, but the quality is astonishing. The tender meat and juicy flavor are sure to be a hit with locals, who have long been accustomed to eating steak, as well as newcomers.
The restaurant also offers other standard menu items such as “New York steak,” “hamburger steak,” and “sirloin steak,” each of which comes with a set of soup, salad, and rice or bread.
The “oxtail soup,” in particular, is one of Jackie’s specialties. It has a slightly sweet, rich, and gentle flavor, and many regulars come here for it. Even though the soup does not contain curry powder, it has a unique flavor with a hint of spice. This is a gem that is hard to find at other steakhouses.
Point 3: “Jackie Steak House” is more than just steak! A full side and drink menu
Jackie Steak House also offers a wide variety of menu items other than steak. The menu also includes hamburgers, spaghetti, taco rice, and other light meals, perfect for a late lunch or evening meal when you are a little hungry.
A wide variety of drinks are available, from beer and wine to American-sized soft drinks, and Okinawan-style drinks such as “root beer” and “guava juice” are especially popular. Classic desserts such as ice cream and pudding are also available, perfect for after dinner.
Take-out is also available, with steak bento boxes and hamburgers available for take-out. The fact that the restaurant is open until late at night is also a nice feature, making it a good choice for an evening meal during a trip.
Jackie Steak House, located in Naha City West, is a long-established, well-known restaurant that strongly reflects the historical background of the fusion of Okinawa’s postwar culture and American culture. The quality of the steaks, the volume, the atmosphere, the accessibility, and the price all add up to a restaurant that can be recommended to both first-time visitors and locals who have been to Okinawa many times.
Along with “Sam’s,” this restaurant is an essential part of Okinawa’s steak culture, and we hope you will visit it and enjoy its “Showa American” world view and the same great taste!
