Wan Wan Sakaba, Japanese restaurant in Colonia Juarez, Mexico City, Mexico.
Wan Wan Sakaba is a Japanese restaurant in Colonia Juarez that serves ramen, katsu, tempura rolls and gyozas in a modern dining space. It features a bar counter where customers can watch the cooks prepare their food.
It connects to the Japanese immigration wave that started in the late 1800s when workers came to Mexico for coffee plantations. This early arrival eventually led to Japanese communities settling in Mexico City.
The restaurant brings Japanese dining customs to Mexico City through how it prepares food and serves guests. You can watch the kitchen work and interact with other people while eating.
The location is open daily and accepts major credit cards for payment. It has moderate prices and the bar area provides a comfortable spot to spend time before or after eating.
The name references Japanese culture in a playful way, with Wan Wan evoking the sound of barking. This lighthearted spirit shows through in how the staff interacts warmly with everyone who visits.
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