wagamama manchester ashton moss — Restaurant in Tameside

On an impromptu visit to Wagamama in Ashton-under-Lyne, our initial disappointment from a closed Carboot sale quickly turned into a delightful culinary adventure. The moment we entered Wagamama, we were warmly greeted and seated by Jessica, whose exceptional service and insightful recommendations would become the highlight of our dining experience.

Jessica, with her infectious enthusiasm and profound knowledge of the menu, guided us through an array of delectable dishes, making suggestions that catered perfectly to our tastes and dietary preferences. Her recommendations, from the spicy ramen to the addition of firecracker sauce to our curry for that extra kick, were spot-on, elevating our meal to a memorable feast of flavors.

The ambiance of Wagamama Ashton-under-Lyne complemented the dining experience beautifully, offering a cozy yet vibrant setting that made us feel both excited and at ease. The open kitchen added an element of excitement, allowing us to witness the artistry and precision that goes into preparing each dish.

The food, true to Wagamama's reputation, was a masterclass in balance and flavor. Each dish was presented with care, combining fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and textures that danced harmoniously on the palate. The ramen, with its rich, flavorful broth and perfectly cooked noodles, was comforting and invigorating in equal measure.

What truly set this experience apart was Jessica's attentive and personalized service. She was always on hand to ensure our dining experience was nothing short of exceptional, from her thoughtful dish explanations to her timely check-ins to see if we needed anything else.

In conclusion, our unexpected visit to Wagamama in Ashton-under-Lyne turned out to be a serendipitous delight, thanks in no small part to Jessica's outstanding service and the restaurant's commitment to culinary excellence. For anyone looking for an engaging dining experience that promises not just a meal but a journey through exciting flavors and textures, Wagamama Ashton-under-Lyne is a must-visit. Jessica and the team there embody the best of hospitality, making every guest feel valued...

Food was amazing (if a bit expensive), service was poor. Experience was uncomfortable.

All the staff were really pleasant - no one was rude or stand around doing nothing, everyone was nice enough. Our server was okay, but took ages to come and take our order and then wasn’t particularly attentive throughout our visit (eg I could see our drinks order waiting at the counter for ages and saw our server doing all manner of other jobs like restocking ramen spoons and serviettes - it was just a bit frustrating, but not the end of the world)

The thing that really bothered us though, was staff setting up a cutlery polishing station at the end of our table while we were still eating (maybe go and do that in the back or choose an empty table, or just wait for us to leave cos it’s cutlery polishing and takes 5 minutes???), and was staring around the room like something was gonna kick off I dunno it was weird and uncomfortable. While this was going on all the other empty tables were being reset for the next day. Made us feel totally unwelcome and like they couldn’t wait for us to leave. I should probably disclose here that we arrived at 8pm and left just after 9, so it’s not like we came in at 9.45 and demanded to be seated, when we were leaving people were still coming in. Set such a bad vibe. Also the lights were incredibly bright (other wagas I’ve been to dim the lights when it’s the evening, sets a nice atmosphere). It’s a shame cos the food was amazing but the service and attitude of the staff really let it down.

So yeah, incredible food, 10/10 but service/etiquette needs...

My partner persuaded us to avoid the usual trip to Nandos and to visit Wagamamas (She was keen to take my Wagamamas virginity). I agreed. We walked in and i was pleasantly surprised with the Japanese aesthetic. Each table is private and none are placed directly next to each other which is always a bonus! I looked at the menu and realised that they are charging a lot of money for cheap asian meals. I decided to go with the Katsu Curry and my partner got some chicken noodles which were £14-£15. For some reason the lady taking our order was doing large squiggles on our plate mats which flabbergasted me. Im not sure if she was bored and exercising her wrists or writing in another made up language. The food came and it was ok.. kinda bland.. just ok.. definitely not worth £15.. noodles for £15? Anyway the only reason why i am writing this review if because the food has made me and my girlfriend violently ill. We are shaking as we speak and have threw up heavily over the past 8 hours. Do not go her.. also my food came out and i had to wait 15mins until my girlfriends came out. Chefs look like they are in college and are not...