Jayna Gyro is a fast-casual restaurant with grab-and-go options, in addition to made-to-order menu items at approachable prices for the locals and tourists who flock to the busy Market. The menu features culturally inspired Mediterranean cuisine deeply rooted in Greek and Turkish traditions. One of their signature items, the chickpea sandwich for example, is a nostalgic dish from the owner’s childhood while growing up in Gaziantep. Other menu items include chicken Gyros, beef Gyros, and their signature Greek salad along with the traditional appetizers and accompaniments you would expect, from Dolmades and Spanakopita to Hummus and Tzatziki. Everything will be made fresh daily, including all of the meats using an on-site Gyro broiler, all in an open kitchen concept where guests can see exactly where their food is coming from.
Chef Jason Naaman, of Tarla Mediterranean Grill in Napa Valley, will oversee Jayna Gyro with the owner, Yusuf Topal. Chef Jason became interested in the culinary arts in his early teen years, observing and learning from his mother and great grandmother. He was particularly fascinated with the Middle Eastern cuisine his great grandmother prepared around the holidays. Chef Jason will be elevating Jayna’s dishes to the next level of food excellence. One thing Chef Jason has always believed in is simplicity. He says, “When you have quality ingredients and good technique, even the simplest of dishes can exceed expectations. Of course, sustainability and sourcing local products are always important in supporting our community, and so is an education of what our land and water have to offer. Even though it may not be the norm, knowing and utilizing our local resources can go a long way in securing the future of the business not to mention mankind.” Chef Jason aims to yield nourishing, creative, and culturally exciting eats originating from Turkey and Greece, lands heralded for their cuisine and culture!
