Food Fridays - I got my Asian Game ON!

Hello-ha!

It's Food Friday and today I want to showcase the culinary powerhouse, Sapporo Teppanyaki Bar and Grill.

Situated in the ever fanciful Merchant City, this particular restaurant offers a whole new world of "dinner and a show" to the people of Glasgow.

It was my dad's birthday and we remembered how terrific our experience was last time we visited for my sister's birthday. After about an hour of bickering and quarrelling between Merchant Square restaurants and Sapporo, we came to a conclusion (phew!) to visit the one that would be most "cost effective".

The main selling point for me, being uber financially efficient, is the many membership deals they have on offer such as: Hi-flyer, NHS benefits, as well as, Gourmet Society members discount. Diligently, I popped out my Gourmet Society membership card despite being warned that it was supposed to be mentioned in the phone booking (I didn't book our place, my mum did). Fortunately, the staff were more than happy to accept my accreditations.

We ordered the following:

Dad : Vegetarian Spring Rolls
Mum: Deep Fried Tofu w/ seaweed
Allyssa: Chicken Gyoza
Me! : Black Pepper Tuna (Medium Rare)

Black Pepper Tuna

Deep Fried Tofu w/ Sea Weed

Vegetarian Spring Rolls

To my understanding, these were considered appetisers *cue puzzled look* O_o

Surprisingly, these were very filling for starters and we found ourselves barely able to finish our main course - Barre dad who clearly enjoyed his meal with gusto!

No need to emphasise, the main course was the highlight of our visit. A trained Asian chef swaggered into his station and showcased a dazzling talent for spatula acrobatics. The entertainment was top notch and the performances were clearly well rehearsed. Not only that, but the chef was so friendly and welcomed communication despite the apparent language barrier, this was easily overcome through laughter and skillfully sharp entertainment. I would definitely visit again had it not been for the high price. With the gourmet society discount we payed £93.75 instead of £116. Steep price, but justified from a 4-star restaurant offering decadent entertainment and a dynamic ambience that will leave you feeling revitalised and well-fed.

I urge people living and visiting in Glasgow to book a table, especially at night as this place is in high demand.

Discounts:

Gourmet Society members : 2 for 1 (2 courses)
Hi-flyer members : 2 for 1 (2 courses)
NHS Benefits : 20% off total bill