Goku Kitchen

It was the best food ever It was really nostalgic They service is to tier the food came quick And the scenery is to tier

Impressions first.. the name definitely got me. That's part of the reason I made it here. The motif revolving around Goku and Dragon Ball is a plus. What most people would think though is that this is a Dragon Ball restaurant which is far from it. I learned that it's pretty much all decoration and I love it! The walls are plastered with pages of the manga; there are action figures of different characters as well; even a life-sized version of Goku is on the corner.The menu is a board book using a manga template and each one having a mini figure key chain. They definitely put a lot of thought into their decorations.The service staff were really friendly. We were asked to scoot over a little closer to the wall due to a larger group needing more room, and then they eventually moved them to another section that was tighter, though much more closer to memorabilia. Their choice.The appetizers didn't quite wow me. It was good though it didn't stand out particularly. What I did love was the beef udon noodle soup. The chili sauce was served in the senzu bean pot and gave a nice touch! It also gave a good kick to my soup. Before leaving, I tried the black gold lava bun. I liked it, would've enjoyed it more if it was a bit sweeter. I also walked away with Thai iced tea.Decor-wise, it's every fan's dream. Service-wise, they're all friendly and accommodating. Food-wise, it's good, though could be better.I'm willing to give this place another shot next time.

I had my order to go. My partner and I had the Pork Soup Dumpling, Braised Beef Scallion Oil Noodles, and the Stewed Pork Mushroom Noodle. Everything was good. The Braised Beef was SUPER tender, the Stewed Pork was very deep with flavor, and the Pork Soup Dumpling was good but was probably better to have it fresh versus to-go because the dumplings leaked the soup into the container. The service was nice because we placed our order online and they waited for us even after the closed. The ambience on the inside look cool from the outside, especially if you are a fan of DragonBall Z (hence the name of the restaurant)

Really fun restaurant if you love the dragon ball franchise! This has been on my bookmarks forever and I promised myself I would try this place if I was ever in the area. The food was surprisingly good. I thought it was going to be below average because it'd be focus on the atmosphere but I genuinely thought the food was good, especially if you're in the area. I liked my braised pork belly rice and chicken gyoza.

Stopped by for lunch with my boyfriend on Friday, and we had a great experience. The staff were incredibly kind and attentive, making us feel very welcome. The food was delicious--full of flavor and clearly made with care--though the portions were a bit smaller than expected.For any Dragon Ball Z fan, this restaurant is an absolute dream! The decor is thoughtfully designed, with detailed touches that make the theme come to life. We can't wait to come back and try more items from the menu--everything looks so good!

This restaurant is specifically for fans of the famous anime Dragon Ball. The place has been designed as almost like a museum to it. There is a life size Goku statue, a complete manga collection, and loads of figurines. They even sell cans of soda that have the character designs on them. Any fan will want to take lots of photos.The food is pretty good. It is mostly Chinese food (dumplings, braised beef noodle soup, scallion pancakes, wontons, pork buns) with some Japanese options (gyudon). The food is actually authentic and similar to food you would find in Chinatown. Prices are reasonable too, with most entrees priced at $10-$14.The food by itself is not something to go out of your way for, as it's located in far south in a quiet part of the Financial District. However, this place is a must visit for Dragon Ball fans.

Totally biased review because it's our favorite Anime and it's a themed restaurant done well. The Asian menu here is authentic and offers casual dining eats. Reservations are a must - never thought I'd have to say that for a casual dining spot but you'll know when you see the line upon arrival. I made the mistake of not having one but had planned for weeks to come here and surprise my son for his birthday. The manager heard my plea and luckily I arrived pre-lunch rush on a Sunday and someone didn't show up for their reservation. Phew! I got really lucky. And they were super nice about it. It worked out for all. It was five of us, we ordered a bit of everything! Curry over rice, eel over rice, noodles, dumplings, milk tea, and bao buns. It was a great casual lunch. Everything was good - I loved my curry dish. It was creatively plated (must see photo...meow). The cups and bowls were all from the Dragon Ball Anime or at the minimum, Anime art inspired. Even the plates! Check out the fun food photos. But nevermind the good food, the place is a gallery in itself. An homage to Dragon Ball and you can tell the owner is a true fan. From the full sized statue, the curtains, manga lined tables, and figures prominently displayed throughout, this place was created with love. And it was not just a random display, there was well thought out design placement of artwork and painted decor. It's just a must see. Go for the sights and because you're a fan. Stay for the good eats!

Small restaurant with limited menu and seating, I had the dumpling soup and it was good but the restaurant was freezing, it made it difficult to enjoy lunch. Decor is unique that's for sure and the lady at the cashier very friendly. I don't think I'll be coming back but is was fun to try.

Overpriced food, especially dim sum items. The food is average and not worth its price point. You're paying for the decorations, but the food presentation is normal if not underwhelming. Like you go to any other themed cafes, the dishes are usually more designed to match the theme. It's a cozyish place for Goku enthusiasts to hang out at. The food doesn't look that appealing to me so I only got gyoza but the gyoza is small and taste like the frozen gyozas we buy from the supermarket.People get a free tea if they leave a 5 star reviews hence why there are alot of 5 star reviews on Google.

We had a WONDERFUL meal at Goku Kitchen today. We had the pan fried pork buns, pork soup dumplings, a couple of soups and I got the "burrito" who was a scallion pancake fried around a piece of beef it was delicious! The service was great! We went for the Goku/Dragon Ball z decor but the food was great and the waitstaff was so kind and attentive.