Manpuku
Nakagawa, Nagoya
Restaurant in Nagoya, Japan
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Price
JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
Dress
Casual
Why go
A Tabelog yakiniku 100 EAST regular since 2020, Manpuku delivers reliable tabletop-grilled beef in Nakagawa Ward without private-room premiums or sommelier upsell. Expect JPY 6,000–7,999 dinners, late hours (midnight close most nights), and a format built for groups who want to control their own grill pace. Book ahead; walk-ins fill slowly.
About Manpuku
Manpuku in Nagoya is listed in the JPY 6,000–7,999 price range, with evening hours from Tuesday through Sunday and a casual dress code. It is recognized on the Tabelog 100 - Yakiniku - EAST - 2025 list.
For planning, the key facts are straightforward: Manpuku is closed on Mondays, opens from 5 PM to midnight Tuesday through Saturday, opens from 5 PM to 11 PM on Sunday. The budget range is JPY 6,000–7,999, making it a dinner-focused Nagoya option rather than a lunch stop.
What the Grill Delivers
Manpuku’s recognition sits within Tabelog’s 2025 Yakiniku EAST selection, positioning it as a Nagoya yakiniku venue with third-party recognition and a mid-range dinner budget.
Use the price range as the practical guide: dinner is listed at JPY 6,000–7,999. If you are comparing Manpuku with Nagoya's wider dining landscape, it offers a casual-dress evening experience with clear hours and recognition.
How It Fits the Nagoya Landscape
Within Nagoya, Manpuku is best described by its basics: casual dress, dinner hours, JPY 6,000–7,999 pricing, 2025 Tabelog 100 Yakiniku EAST recognition. Other named venues such as Oryori Hisamatsu, Ramen, Ramen Daruma Shokudo, Shunsai Tempura Shinra, Tebiki Soba Isshin may suit different dining preferences.
Manpuku’s clearest planning advantage is its evening schedule: Tuesday through Saturday service runs until midnight, while Sunday service runs until 11 PM. For diners choosing among Nagoya restaurants, that late operating window and the JPY 6,000–7,999 range are key decision points.
Quick reference: Nagoya. Open 5 PM–midnight Tuesday–Saturday, 5–11 PM Sunday, closed Monday. Price: JPY 6,000–7,999. Dress code: casual. Recognition: Tabelog 100 - Yakiniku - EAST - 2025.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒454-0932 Aichi, Nagoya, Nakagawa Ward, Nakajimashincho, 2 Chome−1608 焼肉まんぷく
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/aichi/A2301/A230113/23012328
- Phone
- +81 52-361-4129
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual, lively neighborhood yakiniku with a cozy dining room, bright interior, and the energetic atmosphere typical of popular Japanese BBQ spots where guests grill their own meat at the table.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒454-0932 Aichi, Nagoya, Nakagawa Ward, Nakajimashincho, 2 Chome−1608 焼肉まんぷく · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Oryori Hisamatsu, Japanese Cuisine, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
- Ramen, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
- Shunsai Tempura Shinra, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
- Ramen Daruma Shokudo, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- Tebiki Soba Isshin, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
Restaurant context
At JPY 6,000–7,999, Manpuku sits in the middle of Nagoya's yakiniku pricing spectrum, cheaper than heritage-beef specialists but more expensive than chain grills. The Tabelog 100 recognition (four consecutive years) signals consistent technique, though the format is self-service tabletop rather than chef-guided omakase. For groups of three or more who want interactive dining and aren't fussed about private rooms, this is the reliable choice. Solo diners or couples looking for more structured service should consider Oryori Hisamatsu instead, it runs JPY 10,000–14,999 but delivers kaiseki progression and seasonal focus.
If you're comparing broader Nagoya dining, Shunsai Tempura Shinra matches Manpuku's dinner price but offers a JPY 4,000–4,999 lunch service, making it better value if you can shift your booking earlier in the day. For casual weeknight meals, Ramen and Ramen Daruma Shokudo both land under JPY 1,000, fine for quick stops but not in the same category as Manpuku's grill experience. Tebiki Soba Isshin holds at JPY 2,000–2,999 for soba, offering a lighter midweek alternative when you don't want the commitment of a two-hour grill session.
Manpuku's real edge is logistics: late hours (midnight close Tuesday through Saturday), on-site parking, easy reservations by phone. Most peers close by 9 or 10 PM, making this the best option for post-work groups or travelers arriving after typical dinner service. If you need a quieter, smoke-free room, confirm seating away from the designated smoking area when you book, the policy allows heated tobacco, which may matter to sensitive diners.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Manpuku handle dietary restrictions?
Is the tasting menu worth it at Manpuku?
Information on a tasting-menu format is not available for Manpuku. Key planning details include its Nagoya location, JPY 6,000–7,999 price range, casual dress code, evening hours, Tabelog 100 - Yakiniku - EAST - 2025 recognition.
Is lunch or dinner better at Manpuku?
Only dinner service is offered. Manpuku opens from 5 PM to midnight Tuesday through Saturday and from 5 PM to 11 PM on Sunday; no lunch service is listed.
Is Manpuku good for solo dining?
Information on solo-dining suitability is not available. The price range is JPY 6,000–7,999, so solo diners should use that as the budget guide and confirm any seating preferences directly.
How far ahead should I book Manpuku?
Specific booking lead times and reservation requirements are not available. Plan around the schedule: closed Monday, open Tuesday through Saturday from 5 PM to midnight, Sunday from 5 PM to 11 PM.
Is Manpuku worth the price?
Manpuku’s price range is JPY 6,000–7,999, it has recognition on the Tabelog 100 - Yakiniku - EAST - 2025 list. Whether it is worth the price depends on your preference for a casual Nagoya dinner in that range.
Is Manpuku good for a special occasion?
Manpuku has a casual dress code, so it is best framed as a casual evening choice rather than a formal special-occasion venue. Details such as private rooms, seating style, or celebration services are not available.
