I visited Wagamama York at 77-81 Goodramgate, York YO1 7LS for a casual lunch with friends today to see if their mouth-watering ramen was up to standards with the fame and popularity it receives.
They specialize in Japanese-style cuisine with a large range of Asian dishes and sides.
So, is this just another chain restaurant, or is this as close to authentic York can get?
My Experience at Wagamama York
Throughout my experience, I was impressed by the service. The waiters were so polite and friendly, taking the time to have a small conversation with us.
🥢 Each meal was cooked fresh to order, all meals served quickly and the presentation of each dish showed a lot of care. The quality food, the atmosphere, and the service all made this experience worth the cost.
My Food at Wagamama York
Wagamama York has a huge variety of dishes including different Hotpots, Donburi, ramen, Tappanyaki, and Curry all with plenty of vegan choices.
There’s also a separate drinks menu that’s not as big but i perceptually liked the selection of smoothies.
🍜 We started things off by ordering drinks, a tropical smoothie and a diet coke. For starters, we chose the Pulled Pork Gyoza and the Duck Gyoza. Following with the main courses, we went with the Tantanman Beef Brisket Ramen and the Chicken and Prawn Pad-Thai.
Also, taking the staffs advice, we ordered the kimchi and miso soup. We finished up by ordering some matcha douchi and a matcha chouxnut for dessert.
All our meals were warm and fresh my only issue was the Ramen was pretty bland and lacked flavor compared to other restaurants in York, I personally wouldn’t order this again but would like to try the range of curry dishes they have to offer.
The Ambiance at Wagamama York
The restaurant had a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
As soon as I walked through the doors I caught the delightful scent of the food from the kitchen, which added to the authentic vibe and ambiance.
The decor gave a more modern and traditional setting commonly found in chain restaurants. It had a sharp, clean layout with a thorough black-and-white theme, accompanied by wooden tables and rectangular stools.
I found the stools to be rather uncomfortable and requested to move to one of the booths that was available.
The Service at Wagamama York
As soon as we walked in, a staff member was waiting for us at the host stand, greeting us with a friendly smile.
They sat us down immediately and menus were already placed on the tables, after a short wait another team member came by to check if we were ready to order or if we needed a bit more time.
🍲 As the menu was confusing to me I asked the waiter what he recommended, him suggesting the kimchi and miso soup, which sounded good, so I went for it. Our drinks arrived shortly after and them 1 by 1 our dishes arrived.
Ideally, I would have liked to get my starters first, as a starters, but I understand that they serve the dishes as soon as they’re ready to keep everything fresh and hot, which was appreciated.
Is Wagamama York Worth The Price?
My total bill came to £74.19, which may seem expensive but for a 3 course dining experience it’s reasonably priced.
Overall, I feel the price is justified by the servings you get accompanied by delicious, cultural food. I would definitely visit Wagamama York again.
Wagamama York Menu
Want to see entire Wagamama York menu?
Click here to download the entire menu in PDF form.
Here’s just a glimpse of the items available for you to choose from.
| Main menu | Price |
|---|---|
| Chicken donburi | £14.5 |
| Teriyaki beef brisket | £16 |
| Thai beef salad | £16.5 |
| Chicken katsu salad | £13.5 |
| Succulent hoki curry | £17.5 |
| Ramen tantanmen beef brisket | £17 |
| Hot pot teriyaki beef brisket | £17 |
| Tama squid | £9 |
| Drinks | Price |
|---|---|
| Cloudy lemonade (large) | £4 |
| Peach iced tea (large) | £4 |
| Sparkling water (large) | £5 |
| Coke | £3.6 |
| Tea – Fresh lemon + ginger | £3 |
| Tea – Japanese cherry | £3.5 |
| Green tea | Free |
| Coffee – Iced cold brew | £3.5 |
| Large refreshing juices (Orange, high five, tropical…) | £6 |
| Strawberry shiso mojito | £9 |
| Thai chili margarita | £8.7 |
| Beer – green samurai | £7 |
| Beer – Lucky buddha | £6 |
| Red wine Merlot (small glass) | £5.5 |
| White wine Sauvignon blanc (small glass) | £6 |
| Kids Menu | Price |
|---|---|
| Katsu Combo | £7.5 |
| Noodles – Mini yaki soba | £5.5 |
| Rice dish – Mini cha han | £4.5 |
| Mini chicken katsu | £6 |
| Mini ramen | £5.5 |
| Mini juice | £2.5 |
They also went the extra mile by crafting a guide designed to assist anyone with special dietary needs in relishing their meals while steering clear of allergenic ingredients. To explore the full guide and delve deeper, click here.
Where To Park? – Wagamama York
The closest option for parking would be the Q-park shambles which is a 5-minute walk, followed by Coppergate car park which is also a 5-minute walk.
On this map you can see how close the parking is to Wagamama York restaurant.
There are also options such as Foss Bank car park which is a 7-minute walk and cycle parking such as St. Andrewgate Cycle Parking and St. Saviourgate Cycle Parking.
Wagamama York Restaurant Map & Info
- 🗺️ Address: 77-81 Goodramgate, York YO1 7LS
- 📞 Contact: 01904 610888
- 🔗 Official Website Here
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Open Every Day | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Final Thoughts
My visit to Wagamama in York turned out to be a delightful experience that I would gladly suggest to anyone visiting York.
Both the food and service were impressive, and the cleanliness and hygiene standards were top-notch, making it an ideal spot for a friendly gathering.
I’m eagerly looking forward to returning to Wagamama York.
FAQ
Is Wagamama York Disable Friendly?
Yes, it has full disabled access and toilet provided.
How To Book A Table Wagamama York?
Wagamama doesn’t take bookings. Your welcome to walk in and if no table is available the host works from a waiting list.
Is Wagamam Dog Friendly?
No unfortunately Wagamama doesn’t allow dog.
Does Wagamama Have A Gluten-Free Menu?
Wagamama does have a Non-Gluten Containing Menu. Just ask your server when been seated.
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