Teppanyaki Chinatown
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About Teppanyaki Chinatown
On George St in Manchester, Teppanyaki Chinatown is a Japanese restaurant set behind an unassuming façade, with seating at shared teppanyaki grill tables that bring parties of five to eight together around the plate. Kimono-clad chefs prepare the Samurai and Imperial set menus tableside on hot steel grills, with sushi served as a starter alongside the cooked mains. Meals follow the set menu format of starters, mains, and dessert, and chicken egg fried rice is a regular item finished at the grill. Chefs will adjust dishes for dietary restrictions, including gluten free soy sauce on request. The restaurant operates on a walk-in basis, with no reservations taken.
Good to know
“Restaurant with kimono-clad staff, offering food prepared in front of guests on hot steel plates.”
- ReservationsWalk-in only
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention teppanyaki grill experience, sushi starter/platter, chicken egg fried rice and samurai set menu.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention teppanyaki grill experience, sushi starter/platter, chicken egg fried rice and samurai set menu.
Customer Review Summary
Diners consistently center their praise on the chicken egg fried rice and sushi, with one reviewer calling the rice "one of the best I've ever had" and another singling out the sushi starter as reason enough to return. Close behind is the teppanyaki experience itself, chefs cooking the samurai and imperial set menus tableside, often described as interactive and accommodating, including one family who had gluten free needs handled directly on the grill rather than plated separately in the kitchen. Several note the chefs and servers by their friendly, chatty manner, and multiple mention returning or recommending the place for groups. One dissenting review found the food "a little bland and not a lot of it" for the price paid, around £230, and disliked the music, feeling the cost bought the experience more than the food itself. Otherwise, reviewers describe generous take away boxes and full, flavorful set menus shared between two.
Customer Review Summary
Diners consistently center their praise on the chicken egg fried rice and sushi, with one reviewer calling the rice "one of the best I've ever had" and another singling out the sushi starter as reason enough to return. Close behind is the teppanyaki experience itself, chefs cooking the samurai and imperial set menus tableside, often described as interactive and accommodating, including one family who had gluten free needs handled directly on the grill rather than plated separately in the kitchen. Several note the chefs and servers by their friendly, chatty manner, and multiple mention returning or recommending the place for groups. One dissenting review found the food "a little bland and not a lot of it" for the price paid, around £230, and disliked the music, feeling the cost bought the experience more than the food itself. Otherwise, reviewers describe generous take away boxes and full, flavorful set menus shared between two.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Great interactive experience, food was excellent, great service for drinks. We came as a family with children and everyone loved the experience!”
- Google user
“Fantastic experience from start to finish! Excellent service from Julio Caesar the chef that made our food and the two server Marge and Alex, they were friendly, attentive and made the evening really enjoyable. The food was outstanding. The chicken egg fried rice was probably one of the best I’ve ever had: full of flavour, generous portions, fresh vegetables and cooked perfectly in front of us by the chef. The chicken was tender and delicious, and the sushi platter was beautifully assorted and great value for the quantity. A brilliant place for groups of 5/6 people where you can sit together at a table and enjoy the chef preparing your food in front of you. A unique and fun experience, we’ll definitely be back and highly recommend it!”
- Google user
“While visiting Manchester with no fixed evening plans. A quick Google search rendered this as one of the top restaurants in the city. An unassuming façade in Chinatown hides a little gem with several tables around teppanyaki grills. Absolutely truly authentic experience. We opted for the imperial menu which was an absolute winner with high quality food. The sushi starter was an amazing little treat and resulted in the decision to come back for more sushi. Definitely recommend Lovely and attentive staff.”
- Google user
“I heard of Teppenyaki before and I always wanted to experience it. The staff were friendly and chef was nice and helpful. From starters and drinks to mains and dessert, everything was nice. I had a samurai set as I wanted to try a bit of everything. I highly recommend the place for teppenyaki experience with tasty food but if you are looking for specific food and not necessarily the experience provided, you may find more affordable options nearby.”
- Google user
“Excellent friendly service and fantastic interactive experience. Food exceptional and cooked in front of us.”
Location
Japanese Restaurants near Teppanyaki Chinatown
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- 0.6 mi
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teppanyaki Chinatown | 4.41,623 | — | teppanyaki grill experience, sushi starter/platter, chicken egg fried rice |
| Manchester Sora Restaurant | 4.5211 | 0.2 mi | japanese afternoon tea, yuzu whiskey sour, rooftop views of manchester |
| Koi sushi and oriental | 4.220 | 0.6 mi | katsu curry, sushi platter accuracy, volcano roll |
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