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Westside - Manpuku Japanese BBQ restaurant
7.3

Manpuku Japanese BBQ

  • Westside
  • $$
  • Japanese
  • Casual
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    great

Food: A flavorful, fresh delight

Customers rave about the Salted Kobe Beef, Lychee Ice Cream, and Ishiyaki Garlic Rice at Manpuku Japanese BBQ, raving about the inventive marination and prime cuts of meat. The freshness of the ingredients is undeniably appealing, and the taste offers a consistently high-quality, flavor-filled experience. However, the restaurant falls short with notably insufficient portion sizes and a limited variety of options, especially at lunch – a factor that some find detracts from the overall value for money.

  • Great Quality

    High quality, well prepared, fresh ingredients cooked to perfection.

  • Bad Value

    High-quality food does not justify the steep prices and small portions.

Top 3 dishes at Manpuku Japanese BBQ

  1. 1

    Salted Kobe Beef 🏆

    Kobe beef described as tender, melts in mouth, and seasoned perfectly.

    Salted Kobe Beef dish
  2. 2

    Lychee Ice Cream

    Has real lychee bits, exceptionally refreshing and highly recommended.

    Lychee Ice Cream dish
  3. 3

    Ishiyaki Garlic Rice

    Best fried garlic rice with delightful crispy texture and aromatic flavor.

    Ishiyaki Garlic Rice dish

Vibe: Intimate setting, hazy air

While a beautiful place for a romantic date night with its intimate and cozy atmosphere, Manpuku Japanese BBQ struggles with ambiance – the setting is dark, smokey, and lacks proper ventilation. The drinks menu doesn't help, featuring a disappointing selection of overpriced beer and sake. Despite these drawbacks, the vibe is regarded as respectable, though not particularly memorable.

  • Great For Dates

    Intimate and cozy atmosphere, perfect for romantic dining experiences.

  • Okay Buzz

    Place feels nice, with a cool vibe but not uniquely memorable or trendy.

  • Bad Drinks

    Limited beer and sake list, overpriced options detract from enjoyment.

Perks: Neutral service, scarce parking

While the service offered is a mixed bag, customers commend Manpuku Japanese BBQ for its accommodating vegan and vegetarian options. However, parking is noted to be challenging, often requiring valet assistance or a long walk. Larger groups may find servicing lacking due to an unfortunate prior event and families are left wanting with the lack of a kid-friendly menu.

  • Great For Diets

    Great meal options for vegetarians and vegans, offering variety and taste.

  • Okay Service

    Mixed experiences; some praise service, while others note slowness.

  • Bad For Groups

    Refused service to large group due to mistaken identity from prior night.