The Mekong Cat is a asian restaurant in Stockport, Manchester. Rated 4.8 stars from 583 Google reviews. Known for spring and summer rolls that justify the trip and fresh, properly balanced pho with condiments on the table. Best for date night and group dinner. Ranked #4 of 8 in Stockport.
Rankings updated April 2026
The Mekong Cat
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Quick Verdict
Yes. Every single review is 5 stars, and the consistency is striking — people come back because the food arrives fresh and flavourful, the staff don't rush you, and you're not paying London prices for it.
Book if you're eating dinner or want a guaranteed table; the place fills by 8pm on weekends and staff will turn you away without a reservation.
About The Mekong Cat
The Mekong Cat is a small Vietnamese restaurant tucked away on Lower Hillgate in Stockport, deliberately positioned away from the high street bustle. It seats groups comfortably but operates at capacity most evenings — reviewers consistently mention arriving to find it full and needing to book ahead. The menu leans Vietnamese with Cambodian influence (the Phnom Penh Khmer Special noodles appear across multiple reviews). Spring rolls, summer rolls, and pho dominate the starters and mains, with duck breast noodles and banh mi also drawing specific praise. The kitchen handles dietary requests without fuss — staff customise orders and the venue lists vegan and vegetarian options alongside meat and seafood. Service is described as friendly and attentive across every review, with staff managing to squeeze walk-ins onto tables when the place is rammed. Prices sit at £10–20 per head, which reviewers flag as fair for the portion sizes and freshness. The atmosphere is casual and cosy, not formal, with a great tea selection noted in the venue attributes.
What Stands Out
Spring and summer rolls that justify the trip
Mentioned by name in 5 separate reviews as 'incredible', 'gorgeous', and 'very substantial for the starter'. One reviewer singled them out as the highlight of their meal.
Fresh, properly balanced pho with condiments on the table
A reviewer described the pho as 'phenomenal, so savoury' and praised having 'all toppings and condiments on the table so we could adjust the spice levels' — suggesting they're not pre-mixed and heavy-handed.
Staff who listen and customise without attitude
One reviewer noted staff 'customised my order', another mentioned they 'managed to find a table' for walk-ins when busy. Described consistently as 'friendly and attentive' across multiple reviews.
What Customers Say
The food is delicious, full of flavour, and beautifully presented.
Really tasty food - especially the spring and summer rolls!
The staff are friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere is welcoming.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Mekong Cat
Yes. Multiple reviewers specifically recommend booking to avoid disappointment — the restaurant fills quickly and staff will turn you away without a reservation on busy evenings (arrive before 8pm on weekends if you walk in, but booking is safer).
The spring rolls and summer rolls appear in 5+ reviews as standout starters. For mains, the pho gets consistent praise for being 'phenomenal', and the duck breast noodles are described as 'delicious and filling'. The Phnom Penh Khmer Special noodles (with fish balls, pork, squid, and king prawns) also appears across multiple reviews.
Yes. The venue lists vegan and vegetarian options, and reviewers mention staff customising orders without issue — one specifically noted they had vegetarian dishes available.
£10–20 per head. Reviewers flag this as 'fair price' and 'very reasonable' for the portion sizes and quality.
Casual and cosy. It's small, away from the precinct bustle, and described as welcoming. It gets busy and loud by 8pm but that's part of the charm — one reviewer called it 'a quiet meal' spot if you arrive early.
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