Tampopo Corn Exchange is an East Asian restaurant in Manchester’s Corn Exchange on Exchange Square. Part of a group founded in Manchester in 1996, it takes its name and inspiration from the noodle bars and street food stalls found across East and Southeast Asia. The central setting suits lunch during a shopping trip, a pre-event meal or a longer dinner.
The menu travels between several regional traditions rather than concentrating on one country. Noodles, rice dishes, curries, soups and small plates bring together Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese, Malaysian and Indonesian influences. Its Bangkok style pad Thai, wrapped in a thin omelette and finished with peanuts and lime, is one of the restaurant’s longstanding signatures.
Plant based choices are clearly represented, alongside children’s dishes and halal friendly selections marked on the current menu. This breadth makes the restaurant practical for groups with different tastes. Guests with allergies should review the latest information and speak with staff about ingredients and shared preparation before ordering.
Cocktails, beer, wine and alcohol free drinks complement the aromatic and often spicy food. Sharing plates allow a table to begin communally before moving to individual bowls or larger dishes. Tampopo Corn Exchange offers an energetic, approachable introduction to a wide range of Asian flavours in one of Manchester’s best known dining buildings.
Address: Corn Exchange, Exchange Square, Manchester M4 3TR, United Kingdom
Tampopo – Corn Exchange Menu
Brunch & Lunch
Available until 3pm
Crispy Avocado Stack
Smashed avo, edamame, Korean tofu, kimchi, poached egg & sweetcorn fritters
Thai Style Omelette
With mushroom and cherry tomatoes in a sweet soy sauce on a bed of steamed rice
Kimchi Avocado Rice
Chilli, spring onions, toasted sesame seeds, Korean pressed tofu, poached egg
Small Plates
Joyful tastes & sharing plates
Sweet Corn Fritters
Sweet & sour glaze, peanuts & cucumber
Bang Bang Prawns
Lightly fried, mayo with sweet chilli & Sriracha sauce, peashoots
Szechuan Squid
Seven spices, yuzu mayonnaise, chilli oil
Korean Popcorn Chicken
Sweet honey drizzle
Satay Chicken
Malaysian grilled, diced cucumber, peanut sauce & kecap manis
Hoisin Spring Rolls
Drizzled with hoisin & peanut sauce
Korean Kimchi & Cucumber
Home-made kimchi, cucumber
Roasted Hispi Cabbage
Miso butter
Duck Pancakes
Hoisin sauce, fresh cucumber & spring onions
Zaep Seasoned Wings
Wings with Zaep seasoning
Pork Gyoza
Steamed, crispy Japanese dumplings, sesame oil & fresh herbs
Glazed Sticky Wings
Sweet soy & chilli glaze
Prawn Dim Sum
Three parcels delicately wrapped in translucent pastry, sweet sour dressing
Szechuan Pork Belly
Cucumber, soy, roast garlic, chilli oil, spring onion
Thai-style Grilled Pork Steak
Cucumber. Vibrant punchy nam jim dressing.
Bali Pork Belly
Slow-cooked. Star anise, cinnamon, ginger & sticky oyster sauce
Large Plates
Inspired by the amazing cuisines of the east
Japanese Katsu
Panko chicken breast, sweet & spicy curry sauce, pink ginger & Bull-Dog sauce
Traditional Green Curry
Spicy coconut, bamboo shoots, ginger, green chillies, sweet basil. Grilled chicken thigh or prawn
Singapore Vegetable Curry
Creamy & mild, coconut, bamboo, broccoli, crunchy carrot, tofu, galangal, turmeric
Black Pepper Stir Fry
Chillies, mushrooms, ginger, pak choi
Pad Krapow Khai
Oyster sauce-infused, Thai basil, fine beans, chillies, fried egg. Chicken or prawn
Thai Grilled Chicken Breast
Zesty tamarind sauce, charred broccoli tenderstems, crispy shallots
Jackfruit Rendang
Slow-cooked jackfruit in a blend of coconut, chilli, shallots, galangal, and lemongrass. Served with roti, soy-seasoned egg & sambal
Singapore Chilli Crab
Soft shell crab in a spicy chilli sauce
Indonesian Grilled Chicken
On the bone, lemongrass, sweet soy, ginger. Served with dipping stock
Singapore Laksa
Fiery coconut lobster broth, chicken, prawns, mint, cucumber, red onion, tofu, fresh lime. Or chicken & soft-shell crab +4
Katsu Udon Soup
Panko chicken breast, katsu curry soup & udon noodles. Served with a soy-seasoned egg
Nasi Goreng Royale
Wok-fried rice with chicken, cherry tomatoes, fine beans, crispy shallots. Fried egg
Thai Curry Noodles
Grilled chicken thigh, ginger, garlic, fresh lime, crispy noodles & shallots
King Pad Thai
Rice noodles, bean sprouts, peanuts, cabbage, egg, tofu, fresh lime, thin omelette. Chicken, prawn or tofu. Or soft-shell crab +4
Yaki Udon
Chunky noodles with tofu, fresh vegetables & a soy & mirin sauce
Chicken Breast
Warming peanut sauce
Bang Bang Prawns
Mayo, sweet chilli, Sriracha sauce
Pressed Tofu
Marinated in dark soy & gochujang
Japanese Katsu
Panko sweet potato, sweet & spicy curry sauce, pink ginger & Bull-Dog sauce
Traditional Green Curry
Spicy coconut, bamboo shoots, ginger, green chillies, sweet basil
Black Pepper Stir Fry
Tofu tossed with red chillies, mushrooms, ginger, pak choi, peppery & savoury
Pad Krapow Khai
Oyster sauce, mushroom, Thai basil, fine bean, chillies, fried egg
Thai Grilled Tofu
Zesty tamarind sauce, charred broccoli tenderstems, crispy shallots
Katsu Udon Soup
Panko sweet potato, katsu curry soup & udon noodles. Served with a soy-seasoned egg
King Pad Thai
Rice noodles, bean sprouts, peanuts, cabbage, egg, tofu, fresh lime, thin omelette
Pressed Tofu
Marinated in dark soy & gochujang, yellow radish, tomatoes, cucumber, peashoots & pickled carrot
Black Pepper Stir Fry
Chillies, mushrooms, ginger, pak choi. Chicken or pork belly
Traditional Green Curry
Spicy coconut, bamboo shoots, ginger, green chillies, sweet basil. Grilled chicken thigh, pork steak or prawn
Katsu Udon Soup
Panko chicken breast, katsu curry soup & udon noodles. Served with a soy-seasoned egg
Fukuoka Tonkotsu Ramen
Sliced pork belly, bamboo shoots, nori, soy-seasoned egg
Singapore Laksa
Fiery coconut lobster broth, chicken, prawns, mint, cucumber, red onion, tofu, fresh lime
Chicken Breast Buddha Bowl
Wholegrain rice, seeds and nuts, served with fresh mango, pomegranate seeds, Korean yellow radish, tomatoes, cucumber, pea shoots & pickled carrots. Warming peanut sauce
Bang Bang Prawns Buddha Bowl
Wholegrain rice, seeds and nuts, served with fresh mango, pomegranate seeds, Korean yellow radish, tomatoes, cucumber, pea shoots & pickled carrots. Sweet chilli, Sriracha mayo
Pressed Tofu Buddha Bowl
Wholegrain rice, seeds and nuts, served with fresh mango, pomegranate seeds, Korean yellow radish, tomatoes, cucumber, pea shoots & pickled carrots. Marinated in dark soy & gochujang
Sumatran Rendang
Slow-cooked chicken, chilli, shallots, galangal, lemongrass. Roti, sambal, soy egg
Indonesian Grilled Chicken
On the bone, lemongrass, sweet soy, ginger. Served with dipping stock
Yamato Fillet Steak
Black pepper, butter, sake, broccoli, fried onion
Nasi Goreng Royale
Wok-fried rice with chicken, cherry tomatoes, fine beans, crispy shallots. Fried egg
Yaki Udon
Chunky noodles with roasted pork belly, fresh vegetables & a soy & mirin sauce
King Pad Thai
Bangkok-style, wrapped inside a thin, golden omelette that locks in the heat and flavours. Chicken, prawn or tofu
Thai Curry Noodles
Ginger, garlic, fresh lime, crispy noodles & shallots. Grilled chicken thigh or pork steak
Sharing Set Menus
35 per person. Perfect for sharing. These all include as much rice or noodles as you wish! Only served as a set of two.
Chinese/Thai Seafood
Prawn Crackers, Prawn Dim Sum, Szechuan Squid, Singapore Chilli Crab, Prawn Green Curry, Roasted Hispi Side
Asian Vegan
Edamame, Sweetcorn Fritters, Sticky Tofu, Kimchi Cucumber Side, Singapore Curry, Pad Krapow, Roasted Hispi Side
Indonesian Padang
Chicken Skin Crackling, Sweetcorn Fritters, Satay Chicken, Indonesian Grilled Chicken, Sumatra Rendang, Roasted Hispi Side
Asian Seafood Feast
Prawn Crackers, Prawn Dim Sum, Szechuan Squid, Singapore Chilli Crab, Prawn Green Curry, Roasted Hispi Side
Sides
Tasty accompaniments to any meal
Jasmine Rice
Egg Fried Rice
Wholegrain rice, seeds & nuts
Noodles
Wok-fried Chinese style or Chunky Udon
Seasoned Fries
Chilli Cheese Curry Fries
Curry sauce, chilli flakes & cheese
Flaky Turmeric Roti
Two layered Malay style flatbreads
Steamed Bao
Grilled Pak Choi
Garlic, fish sauce & soy
Kimchi Cucumber Side
Tenderstem Broccoli Side
Mayo, sesame-infused glaze
Roasted Hispi Side
Miso butter
Chilli Garlic Edamame
Sesame Sambal
Thai Prawn Crackers
Sweet chilli sauce
Chicken Skin Crackling
Zaep seasoning
Desserts
Treat yourself or share with two spoons
Chocolate Fondant
Chocolate sauce, crushed nuts, vanilla ice cream
Hong Kong Waffle
Sliced banana, chocolate sauce, vanilla ice-cream, crushed nuts
Cheesecake
Lemon and ginger
Real Mango Smooth Sorbet
Ice Cream
Ask your server for flavours
Junior Explorer
Suitable for up to 8 years
Mini Corn Fritters & Rice
With a hoisin and peanut dip
Mini Sticky Wings & Rice
Crispy fried chicken wings with a sweet soy glaze
Honey Butter Popcorn Chicken & Rice
Crunchy boneless chicken bites coated in a sweet sticky sauce
Junior Chicken Noodles
Noodles with chicken, vegetables and sweet Asian sauce Available
Adventurous Explorer
Suitable from age 7+. For the more experienced explorer.
Adventurous Chicken Noodles
Noodles with chicken, vegetables and sweet Asian sauce Available
Pad Thai
Sour-sweet rice noodles with Asian greens, egg, beansprouts, roasted peanuts and lime Chicken or Vegetableor
Chicken Fried Rice
Fine beans, egg and Asian vegetables Vegetableor
Katsu Curry
Chicken or vegetables in a breadcrumb with a mild curry sauce. Chicken or Vegetable
Kids
Explorer’s Menu exclusively for kids. Junior Explorer suitable for up to 8 years. Adventurous Explorer suitable from age 7+. Desserts and Kids Drinks priced at 2 each.
Buddhist Monk Plate
Free. With this you get a plate with your own cutlery and you will get food from the grown-ups on your table. Please note: Buddhist monks are traditionally silent… or at least very quiet!
Pad Thai
Sour-sweet rice noodles with Asian greens, egg, beansprouts, roasted peanuts and lime. Chicken or Vegetable.
Chicken Fried Rice
Fine beans, egg and Asian vegetables. Vegetable option available.
2 scoops of Chocolate Ice Cream
Mango Sorbet
Brunch & Light Lunch
Available until 3pm every day
Crispy Avocado Stack
Edamame, bacon, kimchi, poached egg & sweetcorn fritters
Kimchi Avocado Rice
Chilli, spring onions, toasted sesame seeds, crispy bacon bits, poached egg
Honey Chicken & Bacon Bubble Waffle
Topped with a honey drizzled fried egg
Bang Bang Steak & Eggs
Fillet steak, poached egg, waffle, sweet chilli mayo, smashed avo & pea shoots
Thai-style Grilled Pork Steak
Cucumber. Vibrant punchy nam jim dressing. Served with egg-fried rice
Katsu Curry
Panko sweet potato, curry sauce, pink ginger & Bull-Dog sauce. Served with jasmine rice
Black Pepper Stir Fry
Chicken, mushrooms, ginger, pak choi. Served with jasmine rice
Satay Chicken Skewers
Diced cucumber, soy egg, peanut sauce & kecap manis. Served with egg-fried rice
Plant-Based Mains
Pad Krapow Khai
Oyster sauce, mushroom, Thai basil, fine bean, chillies, fried egg Available
Katsu Udon Soup
Panko sweet potato, katsu curry soup & udon noodles. Served with a soy-seasoned egg Available
King Pad Thai
Rice noodles, bean sprouts, peanuts, cabbage, egg, tofu, fresh lime, thin omelette Available
Yaki Udon
Chunky noodles with tofu, fresh vegetables & a soy & mirin sauce Available
Sharing Set Menu 35pp
35 per person
Black Pepper Stir Fry
Red chillies, mushrooms, ginger, pak choi. Peppery & savoury. Served with jasmine rice
Japanese Katsu
Panko sweet potato, sweet & spicy curry sauce, pink ginger & Bull-Dog sauce. Served with jasmine rice
Tea & Coffee
Breakfast Tea
Mix of Ceylon, Darjeeling, Assam
Oolong Tea
Taiwanese Jin Xian Oolong
Rose Tea
Black tea blended with delicate rose petals
Lemongrass & Ginger
Zesty and refreshing caffeine-free drink
Fresh Mint Tea
Fragrant, soothing, naturally refreshing
Cocktails
Happy Hour: Before 6pm & After 9pm • Two cocktails for 16 & two mocktails for 10. 11.5 each • Cocktails marked are available as mocktails for 7 each.
Korean Apple Sour
Soju, vodka, fresh apple, lemon
Raffles Singapore Sling
Cherry brandy, orange liqueur, Benedictine, grenadine, pineapple
Tokyo Iced Tea
Rum, vodka, gin, coconut, kiwi, cherry
Japanese Old Fashioned
Hibiki Harmony, caramel, bitters, stirred
Raspberry Fling
Gin, raspberries, Thai basil, hibiscus, soda
Kids Drinks
Choose from:
Homemade Lemonade
Orange Juice
Apple Juice
Pineapple Juice
Wine
Specially selected to complement the flavours of the East, listed from lightest to fullest
Pinot Grigio, Organic, Vinuva Italy
Light and delicate. Ripe apple, pear and citrus
Viognier, La Campagne France
Lemongrass, stone fruit, white flowers, mineral
Chenin Blanc, Flagstone Poetry, SA
Crisp and vibrant with notes of green apple and pineapple
Albariño, Lolo Tree, Spain
Zippy green apple, lemon peel, and white plum
Distilled Spirits
Single 25ml / Double 50ml Free mixers included
Haku – Japan – 40%
Soft, rounded & subtly sweet
Ukiyo Rice Vodka – Japan – 40%
Fragrant & elegant, this vodka is best enjoyed neat, or with a light tonic. Distilled from traditional Awamori spirit
Soju – Korea – 17%
Original or peach flavour. Perfect before, during and after a meal
Roku – Japan – 43%
Cherry blossoms, juniper, citrus zest
Tampopo Softs
Mango On The Rocks
Mango mixed with fresh lime & still lemonade
Yuzuade
With ginger, orange & lemonade
Sour Cherry Appleade
Sparkling sour apple with cherries
Lychee & Kiwi Kooler
With sparkling apple, Thai basil & fresh lime