Memories Cafe Bar is a korean restaurant in Altrincham, Manchester. Rated 4.9 stars from 246 Google reviews. Known for korean fried chicken that doesn't dry out and staff who treat you like they mean it. Best for solo dining and group dinner. Ranked #11 of 11 in Altrincham. Features a undefined terrace, dog-friendly.
Memories Cafe Bar
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Quick Verdict
Locals return because the fried chicken holds its standard across months, the staff are genuinely friendly rather than performative, and £10–20 gets you more than you'd pay for the same quality elsewhere in Manchester.
You want Korean fried chicken that stays juicy, staff who explain what you're eating without condescension, and a casual space where you're equally welcome alone or with a group.
About Memories Cafe Bar
Memories Cafe Bar sits on Cross Street in Altrincham as an unassuming Korean restaurant that rewards the walk-in. The space works as a casual dinner spot with a bar upstairs for games, terrace seating for spring and autumn, and a menu built around Korean fried chicken, Korean-style sandwiches, milk tea, and bubble tea. Reviewers describe staff who explain dishes without fuss, keep standards consistent across repeat visits, and treat solo diners and groups with equal care. The fried chicken arrives juicy and well-seasoned with Korean sweet-chilli sauce that doesn't overwhelm the meat. The Korean sandwich is oversized with crispy bread, crunchy vegetables, and savoury sauces. Milk tea and strawberry green tea fizz feature on the drinks list. Pricing sits at £10–20 per head. Dogs are allowed inside and out. No online booking required — walk in or call ahead.
What Stands Out
Korean fried chicken that doesn't dry out
Multiple reviewers in Cantonese and English specifically praise the chicken for being 'juicy' and 'well seasoned'. One notes: 'The fried chicken one d都唔會乾，好juicy' (doesn't dry out at all, very juicy). Another: 'the korean fried chicken - juicy and well seasoned'. A third calls it 'the best fried chicken I've eaten in the UK' and returns repeatedly to confirm it maintains quality.
Staff who treat you like they mean it
Reviewers consistently mention genuine friendliness and patience. One writes: 'everyone we spoke to was thoughtful and explained things about the food, but most importantly were genuinely friendly and inviting'. Another notes staff 'provided us clear explanations patiently' despite being busy with school kids. A third praises 'the loveliest staff'.
Value that holds at £10–20
Multiple reviews cite 'reasonable price' and 'great pricing' for top-tier Korean food. One reviewer notes a 20% discount promotion. Pricing sits at £10–20 per head, with reviewers describing oversized sandwiches, full fried chicken portions, and drinks included in that range.
What Customers Say
Everything we had was delicious and I thoroughly recommend trying this place, we will be going back.
A hidden gem, top tier Korean food with amazing selection and great pricing.
Enjoyed the tea I tried and all of the food and would definitely go back.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memories Cafe Bar
Juicy, well-seasoned, and the standard reviewers return for months to confirm. The sweet-chilli sauce is balanced — flavourful without overpowering the meat. Reviewers describe it as the best fried chicken they've eaten in the UK.
The venue accepts reservations, but no online booking system exists. Walk in or call ahead. Arrive before peak times (school kids and weekends get busy) if you want a table without waiting.
The Korean-style sandwich is oversized with crispy, chewy bread and crunchy vegetables with savoury sauces. Milk tea and strawberry green tea fizz are popular drinks. Reviewers also mention desserts as worth trying.
Yes. Dogs are allowed inside and outside on the terrace. The space is casual enough that it's a comfortable spot for you and a dog.
£10–20 per head. Reviewers describe this as reasonable value for the portion sizes and quality, with occasional 20% discounts.
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