Daijiworld Media Network - Mangaluru
Mangaluru, Aug 13: Manjunath Pai, better known as 'Giri Manja', one of Mangaluru's most famous restaurateur, passed away due to cardiac arrest here on Wednesday August 12. He was 42.
Manjunath Pai is most famously known for his 'Giri Manja's' restaurant in lower Car Street, which he set up more than two decades ago. The restaurant over the years has achieved name and fame for its authentic GSB cuisine, particularly for its fresh seafood which is its speciality. The restaurant, which still retains the old-world charm and affordable prices, has even been featured by national channels like NDTV and others.
His sudden death has brought a pall of gloom among his fans, many of whom are the youth. Fondly called Manjanna by his loyal customers, Giri Manja is highly respected for keeping authentic Mangalurean cuisine alive and affordable to all, and for his warmth and hospitality.
He is survived by his wife and two children.
The mortal remains have been kept at a private hospital in the city.