Had a lovely meal at happy seasons this week. It's a brisk busy environment with bright lighting, a real buzz and quick turnover of tables. The food was really excellent and portions were very good! Was lovely to be back in Manchester and return to this very reliable stalwart of Manchester Chinatown.

Absolute must visit for super delicious food in a no-frills buzzing restaurant. Visited 3 times - never had an average dish, always super tasty. Service is efficient and friendly. Superb!

⭐ Happy Seasons Manchester — The Roast Meats Pilgrimage (Haaland Approved?)

If you’ve ever wandered through Manchester Chinatown on a rainy afternoon thinking, “Where does Haaland actually get his roast duck fix?” — follow the red neon sign that says Happy Seasons.
Yes, that Happy Seasons. The legendary spot people queue for… and now I finally understand why.

🥢 What I ordered (and absolutely demolished):
• Three Roast Meat on Rice — roast duck, char siu, crispy pork belly
• Wonton Soup — light, warming, packed with proper cabbage sweetness
• Portions? Generous. Proper meal-sized. Zero regrets.

🔥 The moment the plate landed… hook

The roast duck came out glossy, smoky, and ridiculously tender — the kind that falls apart before your spoon even makes contact.
The char siu? Sticky, sweet, perfectly charred edges.
The crispy pork belly? Crackling so loud it should come with a noise warning.

And when everything sits on top of fluffy rice with that little scoop of cabbage on the side…
It’s the holy trinity of Cantonese comfort food.

No gimmicks. No overhype. Just proper good roast meats that taste like someone’s grandma has been perfecting the recipe for the last 40 years.

🍜 Bonus: The Wonton Soup

A simple bowl, but absolute perfection on a rainy Manchester day.
Clear broth, soft wontons, gentle sweetness from the napa cabbage.
Feels like a warm hug — or a tactical substitution when you need extra comfort.
💷 Value for Money

For the portion size and the quality?
100% worth it.
It’s the kind of meal that fills you up without emptying your wallet — rare in the UK these days.

📍 Should you go?

If you love roast meats: yes.
If you’re hungry: definitely yes.
If you want to eat where footballers eat: absolutely yes.

Happy Seasons isn’t fancy. It doesn’t try to be.
It’s just one of Manchester’s most reliable, delicious, and iconic Cantonese eateries.

Verdict: 10/10. Would follow Haaland’s footsteps again.

The roast duck tasted okay but it’s already cold when it’s served, the beef fried rice is not salty enough. Also if you eat here, make sure to check the receipt when you pay ‘cause 2 cans of coke you never ordered may appear on the bill and cost you £7!

Top restaurant in Chinatown. Authentic Roasts, great atmosphere and service. Price is reasonable. Can’t beat this food. Number 1