Our real experience of dining at MANAW Restaurant in Valencia, Spain
We visited MANAW Restaurant in January 2026 for a casual weekday dinner with no occasion attached. We found it on Google while shopping in central Valencia and decided to walk in without a booking. This MANAW Restaurant Valencia review reflects a paid visit with food and drinks and focuses on how the experience worked for us. The aim of this review is to set clear expectations for diners searching the city centre.
At a Glance
MANAW is an Asian-Peruvian fusion restaurant in central Valencia offering polished plates, controlled portions, and attentive bilingual service. It fits squarely within what diners expect from an Asian-Peruvian fusion dining experience in Central Valencia. Walk-ins work on weekdays. Pricing sits at the higher end for the area, making it better suited to an intentional dinner than a spontaneous quick meal.
About MANAW Restaurant Valencia
Located a short walk from the Palace of the Marqués de Dos Aguas, the restaurant sits right in the centre of Valencia. The kitchen works with Nikkei cuisine, a style that grew out of Japanese migration to Peru and combines Japanese technique with Peruvian ingredients, acidity, and seasoning.
We enjoy both Japanese and Peruvian food and wanted to see how the two came together on one menu. The cooking shows clear Japanese influence through knife work and structure, paired with Peruvian flavours. Nigiris, ceviches, and tiraditos (typical Peruvian raw fish dish) form the backbone of the menu, with flavours kept direct and measured.
We went for the à la carte menu. It suited the pace of the evening and allowed us to order selectively without committing to a full tasting progression. MANAW also offers a tasting menu for diners who prefer a guided route through the kitchen’s core dishes, using the same fusion approach.
Alongside the food, the menu includes pisco-based drinks and signature cocktails designed to sit comfortably with the dishes. This approach supports MANAW’s position as Asian-Peruvian fusion dining in Central Valencia rather than a one-off concept stop.
Our General Experience
We arrived as walk-ins on a weekday evening and were seated without delay, despite the fact that MANAW is easy to miss from the street. The facade gives little indication that the restaurant is open, and you cannot see diners through the windows, which may mislead first-time visitors. Once inside, the dining room reveals itself as busy yet calm, with soft, even lighting that supports conversation. Staff handled the welcome efficiently, communicated clearly in both English and Spanish, and kept service friendly and attentive, with plates cleared promptly and drinks refreshed without disruption.
Food is the standout
For us, the standout in this MANAW restaurant review is the quality of the food and how confidently the kitchen handles Asian-Peruvian fusion flavours. We ordered with intent, aiming to explore how Japanese technique and Peruvian seasoning come together across the menu.
We usually keep things simple and order standard edamame when dining at Japanese restaurants, but this time we went for the spicy edamame and were glad we did. The addition of shichimi togarashi lifted the dish with heat and depth without overpowering it. It set the tone early and showed more ambition than a safe opening plate.
Nigiri is clearly a strength here. The menu offers a wide selection, including strong options for seafood lovers and vegetarians. We chose the panceta, fried plantain, mango, pickled onion, and coriander nigiri, along with the glazed beef fillet nigiri topped with quail egg and crispy potato. Both arrived well presented and delivered on flavour. We would order both again without hesitation.
We also ordered the Pollo Choclado, an achiote-braised chicken served on sweetcorn cakes with pico de gallo and coriander. Achiote is a seasoning commonly used in Latin America with a peppery profile, but in this case the dish leaned too salty overall. We could not quite work out why, but it became our least successful choice of the meal.
Dessert was the torrija with a Thai-style flavour profile, served alongside thyme ice cream. The torrija itself did not stand out compared with others we have had elsewhere, but the thyme ice cream worked well and lifted the dish overall.
Ribera del Duero wine accompanied the meal. Ordering by the glass led to a higher final bill than expected, as five glasses between us would have been better handled as a bottle. In hindsight, making that intention clear earlier would have made more sense. The wine paired well with the food and arrived at a steady, well-judged pace.
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💡Travel Gentlemen Tip
Dont be afraid to explore flavours that you’ve not tried before as there’s plenty in the menu.
How was the service and the atmosphere?
We sat indoors at a table for two. Tables were spaced well enough for privacy and conversation. Lighting stayed low and even throughout the room. Noise levels remained moderate despite a busy dining room, and temperature control felt comfortable for the full meal. The layout suits couples and small groups rather than shared seating. Toilet facilities were clean and easy to access.
Service ran smoothly from start to finish. We were offered both the Spanish and English menus and chose to use both during the meal. Walk-ins worked for us on a weekday, with no wait. We are not sure whether MANAW offers a private dining area, but there is a dedicated space near the entrance to hang coats and jackets.
Prices & Value
MANAW sits at the higher end of restaurants in central Valencia, and that shows quickly, both on the menu and in the room. Pricing runs on the expensive side across the board, especially for mains, and this is not a casual bargain spot. Portions feel measured rather than generous, with the focus clearly placed on quality and presentation.
That said, the menu works well for couples or groups of friends who want to explore Asian-Peruvian flavours together. Many dishes lend themselves naturally to sharing, which helps balance the overall spend and suits a social table. The clientele reflected this during our visit, with diners clearly there for the food and the experience, not a quick or budget meal.
Value here depends on what you prioritise. If you care about ingredient quality, controlled cooking, and trying a fusion menu done with intent, MANAW justifies its pricing. If portion size or cost-conscious dining comes first, there are better-value options elsewhere in the city.
Address
C/ de Sant Andreu, 4, Ciutat Vella, 46002 València
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Opening Times
Monday: 7 PM – 12 Midnight; Tuesdays – Thursdays: 1:30 PM – 11 PM; Fridays & Saturdays: 1:30 PM – 12 midnight; Sunday: Closed
How to Get There
We reached MANAW on foot while shopping in central Valencia. The restaurant sits around a five-minute walk from Colón metro station, making it an easy option if you are travelling by public transport. The surrounding streets are flat and well lit, which suits evening visits.
Taxi journeys from other central neighbourhoods are short and inexpensive. We did not drive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MANAW Restaurant in Valencia worth visiting?
Yes, if you want Asian-Peruvian fusion in a calm central setting.
Do you need to book MANAW Restaurant?
Weekday walk-ins worked for us. Booking is recommended on weekends.
What type of cuisine does MANAW serve?
Japanese-Peruvian fusion with à la carte and tasting menu options.
Is MANAW suitable for a relaxed dinner?
The dining room stayed busy yet calm during our visit.
In Summary
This MANAW Restaurant review reflects a solid weekday walk-in experience serving Asian-Peruvian fusion dining in Central Valencia. We would return, but not in a rush, and more as a considered choice than a default option. We still recommend MANAW for diners looking for controlled fusion cooking in a calm central setting, supported by friendly, attentive service and generally strong food quality, despite one clear seasoning issue.
Eating out in Valencia – other places we recommend
Valencia offers a wide range of places to eat, and MANAW sits alongside several restaurants we genuinely recommend depending on mood and budget. For more traditional cooking or casual dining, check out our list here covering other locations across the city centre and nearby neighbourhoods.
