Located at 101 Castle Blvd, Nottingham, "The Seafood Guy by 1998 Cafe" has emerged as a celebrated spot for authentic Hong Kong-style cuisine. The reviews speak volumes, with patrons praising the broad selection of dishes that beautifully blend flavors. Imelda So describes the deep-fried oysters as “crispy like I tried in Hong Kong,” emphasizing the authentic experience that diners can expect. Frazer Anderson highlights not only the impressive seafood options but also the substantial meat dishes, like the flavorful pork knuckle, ideal for sharing. For those who revel in spicy dishes, Becky York's praise for the Sichuan-seasoned seafood has made the restaurant a must-visit. The affordability of meals, coupled with excellent portion sizes, adds to its appeal, making it perfect for those who enjoy dining out without breaking the bank. Additionally, Jo Dawson raises the welcoming atmosphere and the restaurant's commitment to the sharing culture, which creates a familial vibe. The presence of friendly staff, such as Crystal, further enhances the experience, providing insights into the restaurant's background and menu. Overall, “The Seafood Guy by 1998 Cafe” represents an extraordinary culinary treasure, offering a delightful dining experience synonymous with Hong Kong's vibrant food scene.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Does not have assistive hearing loop
No wheelchair-accessible car park
No wheelchair-accessible entrance
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers kerbside pickup
Offers delivery
On-site services available
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Serves great dessert
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves coffee
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Transgender safe space
Planning
Reservations required
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Paid street parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
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Reviews For The seafood guy by 1998 Cafe
Imelda So
May 16,2025
Food is absolutely delicious. Deep fried oysters are crispy like I tried in Hong Kong. The best Hong Kong food I’ve ever had in the UK. Highly recommend
Frazer Anderson
May 6,2025
Loved this place. The menu offers a great selection of not only seafood but chicken, pork and beef. Some highlights were the takoyaki that was fairly authentic, the oysters were huge and definetly try the pork knuckle, it was delicious and sizeable, so worth sharing. However, needless to say, that although catering for vegetarians it's main focus is meat based dishes currently - so you might feel a bit restricted. Staff were also super friendly, it's a nice interior and it's great having the shop on the front with lots of small bit you might struggle to get elsewhere. I'll definetly be back to try more of the menu soon.
Becky York
Apr 21,2025
Had some of the best food I have ever eaten last night @theseafoodguyuk. I was a bit doubtful as there have been a lot of gushing comments on Insta about this place. But it lives up the hype... Phrases like hidden gem are overused... But this is the full treasure chest. Every dish was delicious and the portions are full plates not small plates, meaty ribs, fat scallops everything perfectly seasoned I love Sichuan spice and thus was up there with the best . It's definitely not just seafood either lots of chicken, beef and pork dishes . But the seafood is amazing, my mate and I agreed we are heading back very soon for the whole crab which we didn't have cos we wanted to try a few different dishes. Reports from other tables were that it was sensational. There are pictures on the menu so you know what to expect but they don't do the food justice. The food for the two of us 3 big dishes plus rice was less than 40. We had leftovers and are both big eaters. We got a decent bottle of wine to share which was reasonable too. They have some great meal deals on with mains, drink and rice for about 15 and cheaper at lunchtime. It's less than 10 minutes walk from Nottingham Station and you get beautiful views up to the Castle as you walk there. The staff are lovely and helpful if you are stuck on what to choose. Go there now.
Jo Dawson
Apr 14,2025
The Seafood Guy - if you’re looking for authentic Hong Kong cuisine in the heart of Nottingham city centre look no further. With page and pages of dishes to choose from. They offer all the meats and a large selection of seafood dishes including crab, lobster and scallops. The restaurant had a real family feel and we were made to feel so welcome. They embrace the sharing culture and this was clear to see with the families around us all tucking in. A special shout out to Crystal, she was lovely and we especially enjoyed her stories from home and information on the restaurants background. When we left there wasn’t a spare seat in the house which is amazing for early doors on a midweek night and just shows how popular the restaurant is.
Dan Coles
Apr 2,2025
Visited on a Monday night so it was fairly quiet however dead nice food, very welcoming and hospitable. Definitely recommend the pb french toast, good sake collection as well. Not your usual Chinese/English style food. Definitely more authentic. Will be returning
xi 2705
Mar 24,2025
The food are super nice and staffs are friendly too. The toast is my favourite, the peanut butter inside,the fried toast ,the whole thing is just perfect. The coating of the black pepper chicken is also really nice ,it's super crispy , it's just that the black pepper sauce is not strong enough imo. Other than that, the beef cheese baked rice is so flavourful and the beef is so tender. And I would really recommend getting the lunch set ,just need to add another 3 pounds for the red bean ice cream drink which I would recommend others to try.
Matt Webster
Mar 9,2025
Such a great experience we had here, started with a cocktail whilst being run through house recommendations, everything was amazing, oyster duck egg omlette was definitely a new one on us, deep fried but not greasy at all. Flaming chicken hot pot was something special, strawberry sweet and sour pork was alot better than your standard ss dishes from takeaways. And you must have the HK French Toast, don't be afraid to try something new. Service is impeccable, dishes explained very well with stories behind them.
Sowell
Feb 8,2025
I had a great meal at The Seafood Guy by 1998 Cafe in Nottingham. The beef vermicelli noodles were rich and brothy, packed with flavor. I also had spring rolls, gyoza, and wings—everything was fresh and delicious. They brought out French toast, which I thought was complimentary, but I later saw it on the bill. No complaints, though—it was absolutely worth it! The food was so good I forgot to take pictures. Definitely a spot I’d recommend for great Hong Kong-style food.
Reviews For The seafood guy by 1998 Cafe