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Japanese Restaurants in Manchester

1. MUSU Japanese restaurant in Manchester 64 Bridge Street - M3

Open from November 2022, this exciting-sounding arrival occupies the site that was previously Randall & Aubin (RIP), now transformed into a very ambitious Japanese restaurant, under chef-patron Michael Shaw. Musu translates as ‘infinite possibilities’ – here that’s translated as an à la carte, 7-course or 11-course kaiseki menu; or an omakase experience delivered at a special six-seater counter, looked after by head sushi chef, Andre Aquiar. Delicacies will include A5 grade wagyu beef and wild, certified bluefin tuna. At the weekends a more drinks-led operation is planned.

2. Tampopo Pan-Asian restaurant in Manchester 16 Albert Sq - M2

This “family fave” has assembled a greatest hits of East Asian cuisine, from satay skewers, spring rolls and gyoza dumplings to nasi goreng, pad Thai, ramen and laksa. They’re “geared up for a great family experience with a top attitude towards children” – who will always find something to eat on the menu. There are now three branches in Manchester and one in London. Top Tip – “love the secret off-menu chicken options!”.

Price*

£43

Food

Good

Service

Good

Ambience

Average

3. Yuzu Japanese restaurant in Manchester 39 Faulkner Street - M1

“This tiny place on the edge of Chinatown is a knockout”, with its “calming atmosphere and very, very good Japanese food”. It has built an enthusiastic following over the past decade for a good range of dishes, from yakitori and kara-age chicken to gyoza, udon noodles and tempura – but not sushi, which requires special training. There’s also a “good sake selection, at fair prices too”. Top Menu Tip – “salmon to die for”.