This cafe just made 10 year old me jump for joy and excitement. It was super adorable inside with a massive domo plush decor you can take a picture with. There's also an $8 photobooth with a domo theme frame for your pics. The food was surprisingly very good! Usually, themed cafes like this lack in the food area but exceed in aesthetic. Domo cafe hit both aesthetics and flavor! I got their mushroom pasta and it was such a large portion and was packed with flavor. My mom got their burger and she really enjoyed it, cooked very well. Their katsu was crispy, but it was actually pretty thin. So don't expect a big slab of katsu. I also got their drinks and I love the berry one! It was sweet and refreshing. Our server, David, was amazing! He continuously checked on us, gave his recommendations, and allowed us to browse the restaurant and explained the layout and the menu. read more

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Overpriced and definitely more about the atmosphere than the food. The Domo theme is cute, but the food and drinks are expensive and honestly not very good. The service was disappointing too. When we first walked in, no one greeted or acknowledged us, which made the entrance feel a little awkward. During the meal, our server seemed unusually eager to clear the table and tried to take plates away before we were even finished eating. It wasn't like they needed the table either--the restaurant was pretty empty on a Sunday evening. The area around the cafe felt surprisingly dead on a Sunday evening, almost like a ghost town, with barely anything open or going on nearby. That made the whole experience feel even less worth the trip. The merchandise selection was also pretty underwhelming. Overall, it feels like you're mainly paying for the Domo theme and photo opportunities rather than the food, service, or overall dining experience. read more

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I've been a big fan of Domo since the 2010's so it was really cool to dine here! We were welcomed immediately and the host was patient while we skimmed through the menu before we decided on dining in! Once you entered everything was obviously Domo themed from the walls to the tables. Once we sat down, our waiter put a coat rack by our table so I could hang my purse which I've never seen before at a restaurant. Service was great bc they checked in on us and made sure we're satisfied. We ordered the Domo Smashburger with a side of curry Mac and cheese. The curry Mac and cheese was divine (5/5). I ordered the curry katsu and I'd give that a 5/5 too. I also ordered a cinnamon matcha which was pretty good but didn't have too strong of a matcha taste. We also used the photobooth and I think the ink ran out when we used it, but the manager was helpful. When we left the cafe, the manager was able to get the photos that we couldn't get and even caught up with us to give the photos. 10/10 service would def come back. read more

Domo Kun Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Buena Park, California

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If you are a Domo fan, this is a cute cafe to put on your list. All of the staff are friendly and there's plenty of free parking outside. We each got a cheeseburger which were fine. Nothing exceptionally special about them but they had good taste and the waffle fries topped with furicake were perfectly cooked. Protip for smaller eaters: order the jr cheeseburger and you get fries and a side of fruit! I ordered a Domo fried egg on the side which you can see in the picture came with his trademark image. read more

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Found out that this replaced the Gudetama Cafe and that it was only going to be here for a limited amount of time (check their website for the countdown!), so my friends and I decided to come here on our Friday off. Parking is easy peasy here. The mall is pretty much dead at this point. I arrived exactly at 11AM on a Friday and there were already people in line. It wasn't outrageously long, but around 11:30ish, people in line had to wait until the first round of people dining in were done. I was lucky and fortunate enough to have a hostess that was understanding when my friends hadn't arrived yet. She asked me to wait on the side, and once one of my friends arrived, she mentioned that it would be best to get seated soon or we would have to wait. Shortly after we sat down, my other friend came in. The interior decorations were so cute!! They had quite a lot of merch near the front counter. They have a claw machine where you can buy tokens and get a chance to win one of their domo boba plushies! If you follow them on instagram, show the staff at the counter to get a raffle ticket. They don't have much photo opp installations inside compared to Gudetama, but they did have a photo booth! Our party got the Domo Moco, Smash Burger and the Domo fries. The Domo fries reminded me of animal style fries and it was a good portion size! I really liked the Domo Moco, that gravy is to die for. I would come back just to have that again. As someone who drinks matcha regularly, I thought their matcha strawberry was a-ok, but I knew what I was getting myself into. As someone who has visited Gudetama Cafe, I do feel like portion sizes at Domo were a lot better than Gudetama. I initially thought I'd be able to order dessert, but I was already quite full halfway through. I do see myself coming back to try other dishes and desserts. Would recommend lining up early to avoid long wait times. read more

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Our second time getting in was a win! We tried coming about a month ago and the line was pretty long so we left because we have somewhere to be. Yesterday, we went pretty close to closing and walked right in. First of all, they greet you when you walk in and make an announcement if you're celebrating something like your birthday. The service was exceptionally good! From our host who brought us in, to our server, and finally to the cashier who rang up our merch and offered to take pictures of us. The staff seem to enjoy working there and you can tell they're having fun! The food was delicious! I got the Domo Moco and my daughter got the Domo Boss Burger. I had the Iced Cookie Coffee which was a Vietnamese coffee with Oreo Cookie crumble and it was so good! For dessert we had the Domo's Lava Bites, chocolate flavor. They were yummy! You can purchase tokens for their claw machine and actually win a Domo plushie. They also have a Photo Booth and other cute things that make great photo opps. My daughter bought a cute jersey and hat clips! I hope this one stays around longer than the Gudetama Cafe. We missed that one but would love to come back to this one! read more

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My boyfriend and I decided to go out to try this café since we've been seeing it online recently, we tried not to go in with expectations since it's just a themed café. Honestly, the food was terrible. Our food came out cold, in a way it tasted like it was microwaved, but it's been sitting. I got the golden Katsu curry because I feel like you cannot go wrong with a Katsu curry. The chicken was very dry. The rice was very cold and dry. The curry was very sweet. My boyfriend got the kimchi Katsu sandwich and he said it was way too sweet and the flavors did not work well. However, he did say the fries did taste good, which I do agree on since I tried them. What was not pictured was the curry mac & cheese, it was also very cold and very strong in curry flavor. It was pretty mediocre, but overall, we both really wish that the food was hot. As for service, the service was decent, she did her job. She also brought me a stand for my bag, which I appreciated. But it was not above and beyond service, which is okay. Overall, the vibe of the café it's very cold in there and the lighting is very bright. I went to the Photo Booth it does not let you retake photos and also the timing is off. Just wanted to give a heads up to not go into this place with expectations of amazing food. read more

Domo Kun Cafe - Golden Katsu Curry - Cafes Near Me - Buena Park, California

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The animated character Domo has been the mascot of NHK TV Japan since 1998. As of this review, the only Domo cafe in the world is this one in Buena Park. Located on the back side of Buena Park Downtown Mall, this cutesy cafe is past the initial craze but still can be busy on weekends. I came for lunch on a weekday. There was no line outside at the hostess station when I arrived (but a short one formed by the time I left). The hostess escorts you inside where staff loudly yells "welcome," which is similar to the greeting "Irasshaimase!" given in Japan when you enter a store or restaurant. As expected, the interior is whimsical with lots of Domo art on the walls and a couple of Domo displays. This is a casual table-service restaurant; I had excellent service throughout my meal. I ordered the Golden Katsu Curry and a Milo Dinosaur as my beverage. Both were brought to my table promptly. The plate consisted of chicken katsu swimming in Japanese curry along with a huge scoop of Jasmine rice topped with a sunny-side-up egg (with Domo's face on the yolk). The curry was surprisingly quite delicious and the pre-sliced chicken katsu was tender with a very good panko coating. I'd rate this curry plate in the league of what I call "fast food curry shops" in Japan. Perfectly good in every way but a lower quality than fancy katsu restaurants. The menu described the Milo Dinosaur as a "rich chocolate malt...served ice-cold". It was okay, like a thin-consistency chocolate milk with malt mixed in plus too much ice. They had three dessert options, and I chose Domo's Lava Bites, which the menu described as four fluffy pancake bites in chocolate or maple flavor, covered with whipped cream and strawberries. You can choose your flavors and I got two of each. I was expecting mini pancakes, but they were pancake balls. The chocolate and maple flavors were well-pronounced and the pieces of chopped strawberries and whipped cream combined to make this a unique and tasty little dessert. Be prepared to pay through the nose; prices are probably nearly double what they should be. It's meant to be a fun and unique experience rather than a culinary revelation and in that respect they deliver. read more

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The food is okay, it kinda tasted like the food was precooked and just reheated before getting to us. The kimchi Katsu was okay and the pasta sauce split but flavor was okay as well. The fries definitely felt like they were reheated or sat for a while because it was kinda stale. The drinks are good, very sweet though. Even on a weekday it's quite busy. Service was very friendly and area was well decorated and clean. read more

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Located at the Buena Park mall or better known Buena Park downtown. Right exactly where Gudetama Cafe used to be. It's really quite odd because they are demolishing the old Sears next-door.. Anyway this cafe is more for the experience.... Domo-kun, the iconic, sharp-toothed brown mascot of Japan's public broadcaster. Very cute character. Today we tried the Domo Boss Burger with a side of avocado and egg (extra for both) it came with fries. Service was good and ambience was very clean. See ya next time! read more

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Made it out here today for lunch. Waited in line at 10:40am, got to the front to speak with someone at 11:20am and they put us on a Toast app waitlist. Then got a text saying our table for 2 was ready at noon, and finally sat down to order around noon-ish!! So that's about a 1 hour 20 min wait, good thing it was a Friday and cloudy so we didn't get burnt. Once inside, the decor was so cute. A Photo Booth to take pictures for $8 for 2 photo Strips. We ordered some things to eat on site and then took home some items for my husband and eldest kiddo. What we ate on site: 1) watermelon and pineapple cooler x 2 - this was so tasty and refreshing! 2) Dino chocolate milk - kiddo appropriate drink but he did not enjoy it 3) Domo wagyu burger - burger was a bit dry but love how Domo is on the cheese and the Domo egg I got on the side for $2. 4) umami pasta with mushroom - delicious!! You can get it with chicken but we opted out 5) Domo-yaki with ham and cheese for dessert - tastes like a McGriddle without the syrup 6) Domo button pin for merchandise $2.50 7) photos from the Photo Booth $8 What we took to go: 8) Domo Katsu plate - kiddo enjoyed this! 9) Domo loco moco - husband said it was decent but sauce was not the best he's had Air conditioned inside and staff yell "welcome" once you step inside the door. Kid got a Domo coloring paper and crayons to kill some time. Not sure we'll be back again but definitely a must stop at least once!! read more

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So cool to see this spot open up with an amazing menu of food, drinks, and desserts, plus a large merchandise wall for fans. I had the opportunity to try a few menu items during their soft opening the weekend before grand opening - made to order, fresh, and delicious! The team is cohesive from front of house to back of house. The owners are kind and clearly take care of their people. For grand opening day, the line wrapped around the building - a testament to the excitement around this place. Like any event offering a unique experience, crowd management is a real challenge, especially when demand is this high. Water was provided to guests while they waited, which was a thoughtful touch. That said, queue logistics are something any new venue has to grow into. Having a dedicated merch-only line separate from the full café experience could go a long way in making the flow smoother and the wait feel fairer for everyone. First-day feedback is valuable, and I believe this team has the heart to take it seriously. Overall, super proud of this mom & pop team and all the hard work it took to open this location. Looking forward to bringing friends and family here soon! read more

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my friend and i stopped by the cafe at around 6:45 PM on a monday night. there was no line so we were seated right away. - the cafe was decorated domo themed. there was a lot of merch on the right side of the cafe when you walk in and a photobooth at the back corner of the cafe. - we got the domo moco, umami cream pasta, the strawberry lime refresher, and the pineapple/watermelon refresher. the domo moco (4.3/5) was flavorful with the meat and the gravy that it was paired with. the meat was something new that we haven't tried before so it was a bit interesting. the pasta (4.4/5) wasn't too strong on the umami flavor and there was a right amount of sauce to pair with the pasta. both refreshers (4.3/5) were refreshing and paired very well with the two dishes, but it is indeed on the sweeter side. - we got our food really quickly and the servers were nice and assisted us to our needs. i didn't catch their name but shoutout to the worker who gave me a new domo mini flag that came with the pasta hehe. i love themed cafes so this was a nice cafe to check out after they replaced the gudetama cafe read more

Domo Kun Cafe - domo loco, umami cream pasta, strawberry mini refresher, pineapple/watermelon refresher - Cafes Near Me - Buena Park, California

Me and my friends visited the pop up for Domo Kun Cafe. The cafe is pretty spacious, there was a lot of staff around and they were all very helpful. Design and all of their merch were all cute. Apparently the staff there are the ones who designed the merchandise. The food below are the ones we tried and shared. As per my friend the coffee she got was really good. I had a refresher which I was not a fan of just because it did have some soda in it. Food wise, pretty decent. The presentation is really cute. Overall it was a really nice experience. They also had photo booth inside which we 4 trued to fit in. read more

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Very cute spot. The food was honestly better than I thought it would be. I ordered the Boss Burger with an egg and some rice as well as the curry Mac & cheese. I think the curry Mac & cheese was pretty good but it's not my personal taste pallet and that's ok. I would still recommend it for those that love Mac & cheese and curry. The burger was both crunchy and juicy so it was very delicious. I got the cinnamon matcha as well and the first sip wasn't what I was expecting but the more I drank it the more I loved it. I got some of the fried Sando to go so I haven't tried it yet but it looks so yummy. All of the menu items sound so appetizing so I am considering coming back to try some more. The food was a little pricey but it's to be expected at a themed place. Also it's called a cafe but it's treated more like a sit down restaurant so they will have someone lead you to a table and serve you rather than walking up to a counter. The staff were all very nice and quick to be there for whatever I needed. I do think it could use some more or better merch options but other than that it was enjoyable. read more

Domo Kun Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Buena Park, California

this place has such an incredible vibe! i genuinely love it here. the staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful, making the entire experience feel truly special. everyone my party and i interacted with was welcoming and kind. i loved how everywhere you look, it's just domo! not only is the atmosphere great, but the food is also absolutely delicious. i highly recommend the katsu curry because it was incredibly filling! we also tried the waffle fries and the juicy chicken, both of which were fantastic. additionally, there's a photo booth, which is a perfect touch, and parking is completely free in the huge plaza. 100% recommend!!! read more

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The burger and fries were so yummy! I want to go back to try the umami pasta. Very clean inside and service was great! read more

Domo Kun Cafe - Burger and fries - Cafes Near Me - Buena Park, California

Let's be honest. We're all here for the experience and for the pics. Food is prob the last thing on visitors' mind. That said. The food is ok. Not a lot was appetizing for my group but we had the spicy chicken over tots. It is not spicy, at all but had good flavor. Drinks, we got a variety of them. Mango lemonade was tasty. Had chunks of mango in the bottom. Pineapple watermelon had Italian soda in it and it was SO GOOD! tasted like apples. Previous reviews are correct: drinks are filled to the TOP with ice. I finished my drink before even being half way through my food. Must tip, since they have a wait-list and they bring you to your seat. (If you pay online the tip option is on top but you could still choose Other for 0$). Dessert menu has 3 options. We didn't try any of them. merch is cute with 2 or 3 exclusives. A pin and blind bag boxes. None of our items, either food or drink, came with any domo labels, stickers, or flags. That was terrible because my kids were kind of excited for that. Small details but definitely different than what we've seen online. What a bummer. But maybe when Domo is gone, we will get another cool character! read more

Domo Kun Cafe - Crispy chicken loaded fries. "Yum-yum" sauce was good! - Cafes Near Me - Buena Park, California

Cute little spot, Great food and service. Staff was really nice. The burger was really good but the fries were a little cold but still tasty! read more

Domo Kun Cafe - Cheeseburger - Cafes Near Me - Buena Park, California

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I enjoyed the Domo Kun Cafe! Although the line was long the staff were very considerate and immersive. They offered water while we waited on a hot summers day while also entertaining all the guest in a Trivia on Domo offering merch for correct answers! Although if you can't wait for to long I don't recommend for a fast stop by I do still believe it's worth the wait. The atmosphere in the cafe was so welcoming as well as aesthetically pleasing. There was cute Domo merchandise on your right when you enter as well as a cute photo booth to your left to enjoy! The food service was good! The Food was pleasing to look at as well as delicious! read more

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Vibe 10/10 service/waiter 3/10 didn't really give us time to look at menu she kept asking if we were ready every 2 min. Food was 2/10 coffee wasn't even good. Worst thing for me was flan. Best thing I give a 6/10 was the burger I got. Wouldn't come again pretty disappointed lol read more

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Came back another day after the grand opening and the cafe team has definitely reorganized in a way that will guarantee a great experience for everyone. There's now a wait list that you can put your name down and then wander off until your table is ready. The staff were very attentive and provided fantastic service. I didn't have to wait very long for my food and drinks to come out and during the wait they gave me coloring pages to keep me entertained. If you don't want to color though, there's plenty of cute decor to look at and merch to browse through. I tried the pasta, domo-yaki with cheese, curry katsu, and the loaded fries. Everything was actually super delicious. I was impressed since I was expecting the food just to be cute and not much more (definitely better tasting in comparison to the food from the previous Gudetama cafe). I would say the pasta is a must try but the katsu and fries were good as well. I also tried the cinnamon roll matcha and the chocolate chip cookie Vietnamese coffee. I preferred the matcha over the coffee but both delivered in terms of promised flavors without being too sweet. For how busy the cafe is right now, they still put in so much effort to make sure my experience was good. Looking forward to coming back and trying more food and seeing what events they hold in the future. read more

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It was a very fun and cute experience! It's a Domo themed cafe and everything inside (including the food) has domo all over it!! There's even a cute photobooth! There was no wait when I went and staff was super nice, playful, and welcoming. Overall great vibe. The food was good, a bit overpriced for the quality (but the experience and presentation were 5/5. I got the Wagyu Cheeseburger and it was decent maybe a 3 or 4/5, it had domo imprinted onto the bun hehe. I would definitely go back and maybe get their curry or the loco moco instead. Super cute tho! read more

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The food was mediocre, and unfortunately, the customer service made the experience even less enjoyable. The employees had an off-putting energy that made me feel uncomfortable. It came across as though they were being nice to customers to their faces, only to make fun of them afterward. I'm not sure of his name, but one male employee in particular stood out and made me feel especially uncomfortable. Overall, the atmosphere and customer service left a lot to be desired. read more

The service is excellent. The food is bomb. I got a mushroom pasta & added chicken to it. read more

Domo Kun Cafe - Mushroom pasta - Cafes Near Me - Buena Park, California

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Domo arigato to the Domo Cafe in the city of Buena Park! Excellent addition to the Buena Park Mall and one of a kind, only location in the world for this Domo Cafe concept! Once you enter, you are greeted with a "Welcome!" from the staff and this dine in restaurant has a delicious Japanese inspired menu with photo ops and merch with the famous Domo from Japan. I ordered the iced cookie coffee, creamy pasta with chicken katsu on top, loaded waffle fries, and all 3 desserts which were a great sweet ending to this cute and yummy meal! It was kawaii with the decor and the staff were very nice and helpful, shout out to Miggy & Nick for such excellent service! The wife of the manager was so friendly and generous, sharing her story and even giving us free post cards as well as a lanyard to my son. Looking forward to visiting again especially with its seasonal menu for the holidays and to celebrate Domo's birthday on December 22nd. So if you are looking for a cute way to enjoy a meal and you are in the Buena Park area, then go towards the Buena Park Mall, across from Knott's Soak City, and there you will find free parking as well as the cute brown Domo building, too cute to miss! read more

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if you love domo this is the place for you! the food island alright (like 3/5), but this place is more about the experience(5/5 experience). the photo booth is very cute but does not show you a preview of what the photo is and framing before taking it. the merch section is very cute with a photo op area. the service is very attentive. just a warning they do yell out welcome as you enter, which caught me off guard. i had a lot of fun and would recommend going with friends! read more

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Overall great experience, if youre a performative larper come check this place out lol. Food was well seasoned and actually good to eat. Drinks were sweet and tasty but the matcha was a little bitter.They have a photo booth which is a great addition. read more

Domo Kun Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Buena Park, California

Had such a wonderful time there the food is really good. Also would recommend the sweets the service beyond amazing it's one of a kind. Also the host Chris went above and beyond since I went in a large party he made sure we were comfortable. We had fun. He also took a lot of prop pictures of us but honestly love the food!!! read more

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Yummy food and great service from the team and caring staff the only thing that the wait time was 1 hour wait time for get inside, but the staff was very friendly and provided water umbrellas and sweet updates to our guests! Once in, the amazing atmosphere and food was delicious and very nicely served! Would definitely recommend this place and would come back! Thanks read more

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Best place ever. The food was delicious to ways I could not describe. The service was amazing and did not have any problems. The area was also really cool and felt nice and welcoming. Would definitely come back here again. 10/10 read more

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Me and five other girls were berated and harassed by a man who had cut us in line at the Saturday grand opening. After he was escorted off the premises, the owner mentioned trying to make it up to us, but never followed through on that (which has still not been acknowledged...). We were left waiting outside for another good two hours after the debacle despite the fact me and the other girls were scared after the interaction and worried he might come back. We had all been waiting there since 5-7am and were extremely let down after this interaction. Despite the nasty encounter outside, I did find the inside to be very cute and the food to be really good (especially for not eating all day since none of us had thought we were going to be there for that long and thus did not bring sufficient snacks for waiting). Overall, I wish I had better to say about the cafe and my experience. The food, decor, and merch were all very cute. However, everything else was lackluster, especially the harassment our group received in line and the lack of resolve after the fact. I felt like I wasted a whole Saturday. 6/7/26 Edit: It's nearing a month since the visit and still no follow up from the team (even through the form they said to fill out via their instagram). They have also only invited one of the six of us back, and have yet to reach out to the rest of us regarding the incident. read more

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Thank you Miggy and Hope!! The best part of our experience was definitely the service, and I say that as a huge Domo fan. The food was very tasty and we loved the recommendations our servers gave us. The merch was really cute and I loved watching the show on the tv. The staff in general was super sweet and fun, for sure, thanks Miggy for the stickers!! We all hope to come back in the future :^). If you want a fun themed food experience with a great staff, you should definitely visit!! Chef Domo forever!! read more

Domo Kun Cafe opening day was a DISASTER! The IG post stated no one could crowd around the entrance before 7AM, yet my friend and I witnessed a large group huddled regardless. (Was later misinformed twice that line up starts from 8AM changed back to 7AM) We stayed in the car expecting security to handle them but they seemed to give up after some time. Security guy hollered multiple times at the early huddled group to step away and each time the group would reform after...People who did respect the rules and remained in their cars or at parking spot were screwed over extremely. Manager and security were not helpful in mitigating this situation. In the end, that group was even honored and let in as first 100 since they were there early and wouldn't move away...Very disappointing and frustrating experience. Friend and I bounced shortly after this read more

Domo Kun Cafe - huddled group... - Cafes Near Me - Buena Park, California

Food and service were great!! All the staff were really friendly too, overall amazing experience! Would come back again :) read more

Domo Kun Cafe - Domo Boss Burger - Cafes Near Me - Buena Park, California

Worth the wait. I wish there was more Sanrio cafes out here. Would come back again for Domo! read more

Domo Kun Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Buena Park, California

Monday. Waited 1 hour. Both the host and the server were SUPER nice and welcoming--I give the service 5 stars! The host gave out stickers and fans to the people waiting in line. When you enter, they greet you by shouting, "Welcome to Domo!!" All of the merch on display was fun to look at, and the interior looked nice with illustrations of food and characters all over the place. It's similar to the Gudetama setup they had prior to Domo. The food was just alright, which is why I took a star off. I got the Domo Moco ($19). The patty wasn't what I expected; I thought it would be more Japanese-style, but it was just a dry beef patty. Everything else other than the patty was great though. I also used the photobooth ($8), which was fun. I highly recommend this place for the experience and service. read more

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Such a great experience for the kids. The wait was about an hour on a Sunday afternoon so not too bad. The restaurant/cafe is pretty small, but it's cute.. The food was surprisingly good especially the pasta dish. Drinks were just okay nothing I'd recommend. The staff was very friendly. read more

Domo Kun Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Buena Park, California

Amazing service, we felt super welcomed. Food is way better than expected. Love their burgers and drinks.

Such a cute family friendly environment! I bought merchandise, food was served quick and very friendly staff! Food was amazing 10/10 read more

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