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Closed · opens today at 12pm
Hamayuu in Chester
TTDC verdictTTDC ranking
9.4/10
Compact Japanese, book at peaks
Top 10% in Chester
Closed · opens today at 12pm ££ Book ahead No dogs Kids welcome Check access

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TTDC verdictTTDC ranking
9.4/10
Compact Japanese, book at peaks
Top 10% in Chester

Restaurant · Watergate Street Japanese

Hamayuu

Watergate Street ·CH1 2LB ·0.1 miles from The Cross
Closed · opens today at 12pm Watergate Street 0.1 miles from The Cross
Best for you need proper Japanese food in the centre without turning dinner into a production and Sushi
Good to know Japanese Restaurant on Watergate Street and family-friendly
Avoid if You need lots of space for a loose group.
  • Watergate Street
  • Japanese
  • Sushi
  • Ramen
  • Katsu

Is it your kind of place?

Go here if

  • You want proper Japanese food in the centre without turning dinner into a production.
  • Sushi, ramen, katsu curry, donburi, bento boxes, gyoza or tempura are the brief.
  • You are planning food before or after Watergate Street drinks.

Avoid if

  • You need lots of space for a loose group.
  • You want guaranteed walk-in seating at peak time.
  • You need step-free certainty before travelling.

Book by phone or the venue booking route for busy nights. The venue warns that takeaway may not always be available when service is busy.

In a paragraph

Hamayuu is a compact Japanese restaurant on Watergate Street for sushi, sashimi, ramen, katsu curry, donburi, bento boxes, gyoza, tempura, vegan options, bookings and takeaway when service allows.

What it's like

Hamayuu is the Watergate Street Japanese restaurant that rewards a little planning. It is small, central and food-focused: sushi, ramen, katsu, donburi, bento, tempura, gyoza and enough vegan options to make the menu useful for mixed tables.

Compact Japanese, book at peaks

The best use is a calm lunch or dinner, then Watergate Street afterwards if the evening wants more noise. It is not a big-room safety net for a vague group wandering in at peak time.

Worth knowing

Hamayuu is strongest when you respect its size. Book, order properly, and let it be a good Japanese meal rather than forcing it to absorb every loose Watergate Street plan.

The essentialsVisit

Getting there

0.1 miles from The Cross.

Hours

Usually Monday evening, closed Tuesday, lunch and dinner Wednesday-Sunday, with a Saturday kitchen break between afternoon and evening service. Check direct before travelling.

Food & drink

Sushi, sashimi, ramen, katsu curry, donburi, bento boxes, gyoza, tempura, skewers and sushi platters. Chicken katsu curry, sushi platters, ramen, donburi, bento boxes, gyoza or tempura if you want the place quickly.

Access

Wheelchair-accessible entrance is listed as unavailable. Check direct if access matters.

9.4 OpenStreetMap
Hours
Usually Monday evening, closed Tuesday, lunch and dinner Wednesday-Sunday, with a Saturday kitchen break between afternoon and evening service. Check direct before travelling.
Address
59 Watergate St, Chester CH1 2LB
Booking
Sensible at busy times. Walk-ins can work, but the room is compact.
Pay
cards, contactless
Dogs
Dogs are not listed as welcome.
Access
Wheelchair-accessible entrance is listed as unavailable. Check direct if access matters.
Getting there
0.1 miles from The Cross.

Nearby plan

FAQ

What kind of food does Hamayuu serve?

Japanese food including sushi, sashimi, ramen, katsu curry, donburi, bento boxes, gyoza and tempura.

Should you book Hamayuu?

Yes for busy evenings and groups. Walk-ins can work, but the room is compact.

Does Hamayuu do takeaway?

Yes, but takeaway may be limited at busy times, so phone ahead.

Is Hamayuu good for vegan diners?

There are vegan-labelled options across parts of the menu, including tofu, vegetable tempura and sushi options.

Is Hamayuu accessible?

Wheelchair-accessible entrance is listed as unavailable, so check direct before relying on access.

Updated 7 June 2026. Menus, tickets, events, access and opening times can move around. Check direct before making a special trip. Spotted something wrong?