Reviews or Comments for 'Jowata' (15)

I'm puzzled. Though Jowata closed down sometime ago - but there are a couple of recent reviews. Unless they've just boarded the place up to create a bette ambiance. I have to agree though, this was the worst restaurant in Manchester on all counts

jane's profile     Other reviews by jane     jane likes    

If you want to experience true African cuisine DO NOT expect to find it here!I'm Nigerian, and couldn't recognise any of the dishes by taste. Its such a shame and outrage that they charge way over the top prices for food my 7yr old could make better. I'm amazed too that this place is still running!

sonia's profile     Other reviews by sonia     sonia likes    

Sounds like the only people that are saying this place is ok is the restaurant people themselves. How the hell do they keep the place open.Horrible night!!!

anon's profile     Other reviews by anon     anon likes    

It is apparent that even though the 200th Aniversary of the Slave Trade expects acknowledgement in humanity, there are still people that extend racist rude behaviour in black establishments.Jowata restaurant still evolves with a 15 year returning established clientel. The account of stories about Jowata are contrast to the ambience hosts, African food and drinks.

anonymous's profile     Other reviews by anonymous     anonymous likes    

I must be a mug to have paid the bill, crap service, crap food & crapiest ambience & the worst ever manager ever, apart from that it was ok.... Never again, i really do not know how she stays in business!!!

michael's profile     Other reviews by michael     michael likes    

Have you ever eaten in an establishment akin to the mental institution that starred in "one flew over the cuckoo's nest" with the owner being a complete "cuckoo"It's an overpriced, unprofessional mess of an establishment so save yourself a fortune and find the greasiest cafe you can,it will taste better, be served more proffesionally and cost you about 10% of what it would in this place!

mr's profile     Other reviews by mr     mr likes    

I should have read this page before entering this supossed restaurant. It is hard to put into words, other than I think even Gordon Ramsey swears less than the manageress/owner/warlord. DO NOT under any circumstances think about trying this place. It was down right disgusting followed by threats upon complaining. I would normaly hold my ground with what I would consider to be a genuine complaint but I was so concered by the afore mentioned "woman"!!!I decided the best option was to pay for what had been served and leave...

If you want to know what it is like to have your worst restaurant experience, go to Jowata. But bear in mind, the food is overpriced and there's a 12.5% service charge added. It will cost you about ???60 for 2 people (2 mains and 2 drinks).Here's the story of what happened to us when we went there on a Saturday night. We entered the door which was kept ajar by one of the chairs. We took a table opposite the door and feeling the draft, I went to close the door. The owner rudely scolded me for my actions and promptly returned the chair to the door. Whilst reading through the menu, we noticed that it said "cash only". Having only cards on us, we pointed this out to the owner wanting to enquire whether there was a cash point nearby. She simply said "sorry, we only accept cash", turned her back and walked off without giving me a chance to finish my sentence. We were left speaking to her ass. This put us off wanting to sample the so called "fresh organic food" on offer, so we left. We have not had such a rude and weird experience at a restaurant in the UK before. One wonders how this place keeps afloat in popular Deansgate. Everytime we pass there, the place is empty. Now we know why! If you want to learn about African hospitality and food, please do not go to Jowata to get your first impression. To us, this place did not represent African hospitality. It instead brought to mind the kind of treatment one is likely to receive at the hands of traffic cops in some African cities - pure rudeness, bad attitude and disrespect.

dissatisfied's profile     Other reviews by dissatisfied     dissatisfied likes    

The food is well overpriced & if you have a problem, what ever you do don't let the manager know, unless you have a Death-wish. NEVER AGAIN!!!

michael's profile     Other reviews by michael     michael likes    

Myself and ny boyfriend are always keen to experience new foods, and neither of us has been to an African restaurant before so we were excited to try what Jowata had to offer.Often you can forgive a restaurant if one aspect is its saving grace e.g. the food or atmosphere. This place was uncomfortable, cold, the food tasted weird (maybe that was us, but we both love hot and spicy foods.) The price is scandalous. ???60 for 2 people with one drink each!! I've paid much less in restaurants in central London. Trust me, you'd rather go hungry.

rachael's profile     Other reviews by rachael     rachael likes