THE NEW OTANI HOTEL & GARDEN’S
POPULAR SUMMER BBQ BEER GARDEN
OPENS JUNE 13th, 2007
Summer BBQ Beer Garden in the scenic Japanese “Garden in the Sky.” Much like a private garden with lush plants, meandering paths and placid pool, it is a picturesque setting in which to wait out rush hour traffic with a beverage and barbeque.
“Thanks to the support of everyone, after starting this Beer Garden, this year we have been able to greet its 14th anniversary. As the season for the beer garden approaches, every year we are asked by our guests, ‘When is the Beer Garden going to open this year,” states Mr. Yuhara Akira, Director of Food and Beverage Operations for the hotel.
“Looking back 14 years to the start of the Beer Garden, at that time practically all of the guests were Japanese nationals and related people stationed here. However, little by little the number of local guests of the Beer Garden increased, until now almost all of the guests are local Americans. In particular, five years ago when we introduced yaki-niku barbeque the number of guests increased dramatically. This year on our new menu, for BBQ Items there are Beef Sirloin ($8.50) and New Kobe Beef Sirloin ($12.50). On the Beverage Menu, Blue Chu-Hi, Midori Chu-Hi and Kir Chu-Hi are making their appearance at the price for a 16 oz. mug of $6.50 for each and I think that this is a great deal. In addition, Japanese sake is specially featured, with an assortment of 32 varieties of chilled sake selected from the Genji Bar available for guests’ enjoyment,” continues Mr. Yuhara.
When speaking of beer gardens, live music is an accompaniment and starting now, every week on Thursday, live jazz will be played for the pleasure of the guests. Lastly, Mr. Yuhara says, “This year, too, please drop by the ‘New Otani’s Beer Garden,’ which is a special summer attraction. It is an oasis here that has 
been created in the middle of Downtown. Please savor our delicious beer and barbeque in the midst of natural greenery everywhere which is usually not associated with Downtown. I truly look forward to greeting everyone.”
The Beer Garden will be open Wednesday, June 13 through Friday, September 14, 2007. Summer hours are Monday through Friday, 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The menu offers succulent seafood, chicken, beef and vegetables barbequed at table, with prices ranging from $6.50 - $12.50 per plate, excluding tax. Steamed rice, pickles and other accompaniments are priced separately as are the selection of fine draft beers at $5.50 per 16 oz mug, and $16.00 per pitcher.
Groups of patrons are also welcome
All one can drink for $49.50 per person. Both menu and seating can be reserved in advance, with the Party Menu limited to groups of six or more patrons. For $49.50 per person, one can drink as much as one likes of Budweiser Beer or soft drinks. So drink up to your heart’s content ! (With a two hour time limit.) The All-You-Can-Drink Party Menu includes Edamame, Green Salad with Wakame Seaweed, Assorted BBQ Plate (Beef, Chicken and Vegetables), Kimchi and Steamed Rice. The cost of the Party Menu for patrons not drinking is $39.50 per person.
The summer BBQ Beer Garden is closed on Saturday, Sundays and Holidays, for private parties and on rainy days.
The New Otani Hotel & Garden is located at 120 S. Los Angeles Street. Phone 213-629-1200.
For Reservations 213-253-9200.
The Summer B-B-Q Beer Garden Menu
B-B-Q ITEM
Calamari
Pork Sausage
Chicken
Beef Tongue
Beef Sirloin *New Item
Beef Rib
Shrimp
New
Vegetable Plate
SIDE ORDER
Green Salad
Kimchi Pickles
Bibinpap Rice Bowl
Steamed Rice
Spicy Tuna Roll
Beverage Menu
DRAFT BEER
Budweiser: 16oz
Pitcher: 48oz
Asahi Super Dry
SHOCHU COCKTAIL
Glass of Shochu
Blue Chu-Hi *New Item 16oz
Midori Chu-Hi *New Item 16oz
Kir Chu-Hi *New Item 16oz
35oz
SAKE, WINE, SOFT DRINKS
House Sake by the glass
Soft drinks
Oolong Tea
House wine by the glass
Gratuity not included. 15% service charge added for all parties of eight or more.