The food was fresh and delicious. The ambiance was exceptional and the staff very friendly. Highly recommend.

The location and theme is perfect. I especially enjoyed the young lady at the counter. Very friendly The ramen was tasty and the service was quick read more

Goku Kitchen - Asian Fusion Near Me - New York, New York

4.5!! when i walked by this place it smelled so good, the food itself is good too. Service was amazing staff were nice. -0.5 for the chili oil overall this place is great! read more

Walking by in the Financial District, we spotted an interesting-looking restaurant named Goku Kitchen at 26 Cedar St, and curiosity pulled us right in. We were promptly seated--no wait, which was a nice surprise for a casual drop-in. The menus are super cool; they feel like little children's books with thick pages and a small, handheld size that makes flipping through them fun. The entire decor is heavily anime-inspired, leaning hard into Dragon Ball Z themes--think character motifs everywhere, from the walls to the tableware. I'm not really an anime fan myself, but even I have to admit the vibe was very cool to look at and added a unique, playful energy to the spot without feeling over-the-top gimmicky. For food, I ordered the eel over rice (a standout donburi-style dish) and the pork and shrimp wontons. My wife went with the pork wontons and a smashed cucumber salad. The wonton soups came in smaller portions, which actually worked out perfectly since it left room to try more items--but wow, they were extremely delicious! The broth was rich and flavorful, and the wontons had great texture and filling. The eel over rice was fantastic--the eel was perfectly prepared, tender, and the seasoning was spot-on, with that savory-sweet balance that made every bite addictive. Seating-wise, the bench setups were comfortable, and even the stools were surprisingly comfy for a quick meal. We didn't notice a bathroom during our visit (maybe it's tucked away), but overall, the ambiance was great--cozy, themed, and energetic in a fun way. One note: the restaurant is on the smaller side, so it's not ideal for large groups (think 30 or more people). It feels more suited to couples, small parties, or solo diners. We loved it enough that we'll definitely go back to Goku Kitchen to try other dishes on the menu--the Asian fusion mix (Chinese, Japanese influences) looks promising. If you're in lower Manhattan and want something tasty with a cool, anime twist, this spot is worth checking out! Highly recommended--solid flavors in a memorable setting. read more

Goku Kitchen - Eel over rice - Asian Fusion Near Me - New York, New York

At first i thought this place is just a gimmick, with Goku's toy figures everywhere in this place. But the food is actually really good. And the usual young asian women server is also really nice. I've been coming back to this place again and again. Recommended! read more

The atmosphere 10/10 super cute cozy restaurant. I got the beef soup it had a sweet taste I wasn't expecting so I didn't really like that if it wasn't sweet I would give it a higher rating I'll say a 4/10. I got the passion fruit jasmine tea sooo good! 10/10 My friend got the udon noodles she really liked it 10/10. She got the strawberry latte she said it was ok because she didn't know it was made with whole milk when she doesn't drink that so if you don't like cows milk you most likely won't like it. I didn't like that they don't have a public restroom for customers so that sucks but it makes sense since it's a pretty small space. It's a cute/fun experience to have at least once. read more

Goku Kitchen - N10. Braised Beef Noodle Soup / 红烧牛肉面 N15. Japanese Udon W Grilled EEL - Asian Fusion Near Me - New York, New York

I work near Goku Kitchen in the Financial District. I've gotten takeout for lunch couple times. Very nice and friendly staff in a fun environment. The pork shrimp wonton noodle soup is very good, and somehow manages to stay hot during the walk back to the office. read more

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This is a small ramen spot that is super unique. Great for fans of dragonball. The place does not have a lot of seating though so be prepared to wait, reserve seats ahead of time, or share the table with others. The food is delicious though. Definitely worth the wait if you're looking for simple, delicious food and anime. read more

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First time here with my family for my son's birthday. Place is positioned down a side block where I happened to get lucky with parking. Gotta pay the meter but hey it's something. Once you get into the establishment you think you entered an anime time warp. They seemed to decorate the place with every dragon ball figure made. The dopest piece was the huge goku statue in the back of the restaurant. Good anime tunes that brought the place alive. We were accommodated with seating due to how small the place. We were sitting by the door but the server was kind of enough to put us in a warmer spot. The waiter took our order which consisted of chicken dumplings for my daughter, curry chicken noodle for me, my son had ramen soup and my wife had a beef with rice that came in the shape of a cool bear. I also ordered a strawberry milk that was delicious. They cups of water were themed as the plates. The dishes were accompanied with chop sticks but if you don't know how to eat with that you can ask for regular silverware. The whole experience was enjoyable. They even came out and sing happy birthday with a complimentary cheese cake with matcha ice cream that my son enjoyed. The only thing is that if need to use the bathroom you have to search for one outsides luckily I was able to find a bakery across the street that allowed me to use the bathroom. I would recommend this spot to anyone‼ read more

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Absolutely love this spot! They have everything from Chinese food, Japanese food & Malaysian food all in one :) would've never expected a spot like this in the fidi area. The interior was heavily decorated with dragon ball Z memorabilia and is the perfect spot for an anime fan! They had a good amount of seating, staff were helpful and accommodating as well. We ended up getting the grilled eel over rice, spicy wontons & crab/pork soup dumplings. Everything was great and I have no complaints. I'll most definitely be back! read more

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We found this place for lunch and thought it was so fun it being decorated with abingdon wallpaper and nostalgic collection of anime toys and figurines. It was quiet late Sunday afternoon so the place was quiet with two other tables of customers. In total the is about 6-7 tables and 3-4 counter space with stools. The waiter was very frowns and quickly took our order. The menu was Asian fusion focusing on Japanese, Chinese & Taiwanese dishes. We decided to order the tonkasu Ramen, udon soup with sliced beef & onions & braised beef noodle soup. The service was quickly and good arrived in less than 10 minutes. + overall food were tasty - All the dishes were just missing 1-2 things that pushes to the mark of 5 stars with the word factor. Ramen could use 1/2 soy egg; braised beef noodle needed picked cabbage & more cilantro; curry that came with the roti just needed a bit more spice for the punch you expect from curry. + The prices were fair. If I'm in the area may stop by aydin but it's not a place I will go out of the way for. read more

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One of my favorite anime that I watched growing up was Dragon Ball Z. I ended up buying the first few seasons of Dragon Ball Z, up to the Freiza saga on VHS! Looking for places to eat in the Financial District for dinner, I saw Goku Kitchen just a few blocks away from my office! I just had to go and eat dinner at Goku Kitchen on a Tuesday evening! I would have gone the first night I arrived in from Las Vegas on Monday, but it was closed. As soon as you walk inside Goku Kitchen, you'll see all of the Dragon Ball Z anime figurines, wall papers from the Manga, and even a large size Goku! The menu is so cool too! The menu and food offerings are all inspired by Dragon Ball Z. Even the dish that the food is served on is themed from the Manga! The service was outstanding at Goku Kitchen. I had ate a large lunch so I only had room for some of their pork gyoza. Goku Kitchen has a wide range of dishes from Ramen, Scallion pancakes, pot stickers, soup dumplings and so much more! While I was waiting for the Pork Gyoza, I was admiring all of the Dragon Ball Z decorations and figurines! There was even a cool Vegeta display with the scanner on his face! After about 10 minutes, the Gyoza was completed. The food was delicious! The Gyoza came with a side of soy sauce. It was perfectly pan fried too! There was plenty of pork inside the Gyoza! I enjoyed the meal and the prices are relatively inexpensive at this restaurant! If you're a fan of Dragon Ball Z, you have to come to this restaurant! It's awesome!! read more

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Goku Kitchen is a nice choice when you're looking for some Asian dishes downtown in the Financial District. This place is unique in that it is a Dragon ball themed restaurant with lots of interesting figurines from the game. It was my first time having their food, and I was pleasantly surprised that it was so good. I ordered the unagi (eel) don and loved it. I have a passion for unagi after having lived in Japan for a few years, so I know a good don, and this was definitely a good one. I look forward to returning and trying other dishes, as I'm sure they must be good. The place is very clean (spotless), and the people working there are very friendly and engaging. The food is great and the prices are right. What more can you ask for? Recommended! read more

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This restaurant is fun and has good food Great service too. Eric was great. Definitely get the sparkling waters. Exceptional. I loved my melon flavor and passionfruit. Pan fried dumplings delicious. Spicy. Chicken and mushrooms dumplings were yummy. Add the hot chili oil for a light dumplings with fresh flavors and a pop of spice with the oil. The curry chicken and rice was epic. The curry was delicious. Not heavy. I ate it all. Braised beef noodles nice broth. End with the black golden dumplings. The sweet egg running out perfect. Buy a surprise gift set while supplies last. I won't tell what mine had in but it was like a kids meal. Fun. read more

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Stepping in immediately and the whole place is decked out in manga panels and figurines. The attention to detail was not missed. There were little Goku and Gohan keychains attached to the menu, even when we got our bill there were little magnet characters. Happily surprised by the food as well! I got the gyudon bowl and left full. The staff were really kind and attentive. It's not a huge space but there's a good amount of seating and tables. It's really an immersive experience for any DBZ fan and you should definitely make the visit! read more

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Train like a saiyan eat like a saiyan. Or something like that. Fun restaurant with dbz references all over. I do like the dumplings and shumai. Definitely a spot to check out if you're down this area. read more

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Ordered lunch here on a weekday at 11:30, through their website. Got the vegetarian ramen, crab and pork soup dumplings and the Shanghai green in broth. All were so good. Especially the soup dumplings. I love that they weren't too doughy as some places tend to make them. So glad I found this place. read more

Goku Kitchen - Crab and pork soup dumplings, vegetable ramen. - Asian Fusion Near Me - New York, New York

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. read more

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As much as I want to like this place, the food was pretty bad. The ambiance was super cool though. I love the theme and how unique it is from anything else in NYC. The service was great as well, I just wish the food didn't taste so bad and wasn't so greasy. read more

I can't say enough about our experience at this restaurant. The environment was amazing from the wall paper with all the manga panels showing the anime greatest moments, the food tasted amazing. The menu had a great choice of appetizers and entrées. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Being a fan of the anime all the little details in the restaurant and the menu made the experience so memorable. If you are looking for a restaurant for a fun themed and great food and wonderful staff definitely visit Goku Kitchen! read more

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I came for the DBZ memes. And also cuz it was raining. But unironically the spot kind of slaps - decent Chinese food surrounded by DBZ memorabilia is a winning concept to me. Service was pretty hands off but staff were friendly. There's a wide variety of drinks and meals depending on what you're craving - the scallion noodles I had were pretty solid, and some of the sparkling drinks with the DBZ cans felt light and refreshing. If you come on a quiet time with just one other person, try to get the booth facing the window cuz there's so much over there. Won't spoil but it's nice seeing so many scenes and figures from different arcs that it really brings you back when you were younger watching the show. The story in the menu for how it came together is pretty hilarious, and I'm glad it happened! read more

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) read more

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I had an amazing experience at Goku Kitchen NYC. Walking in immediately brought back so many memories and the vibe inside made me feel good right away. I came right when they opened, stayed for about an hour, and it never felt overly crowded. The Saiyan pan fried pork buns were great, the Yakitori Rice was really good, and I also had the Tonkotsu Chashu Ramen. The ramen itself was good, although the broth was not the best I've ever had, but still absolutely worth ordering. I also picked up the Goku blind box, which was a cool extra touch. Overall this is a great spot with awesome staff, solid food, and so much to look at inside. If you love DBZ, this is a must stop to eat, look around, and enjoy the atmosphere. read more

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Excellent food. Crazy cool and creative small sit down environment. Soup buns small but TASTY! Shumai same. Har gow big and fresh/tasty. Would get five stars but the cost is ridiculous. $13 for soup buns. Small 6 pieces. read more

This is a must visit restaurant if you like Anime & Dragon Ball. 1) The food is out of this world good. I got the pork dumpling, curry, & beef scallion pancake wrap. All were fantastic. 2) The ambiance is out of this world good. With lots of Dragon Ball themed items inside. 3) Will come here again and again. read more

Calling all anime fans especially if you love Dragon Ball you definitely wanna take some time out your day to visit this hidden place. We took our closest friend and her son out for his birthday to our childhood beloved anime food spot, it's amazing experiencing not only our childhood nostalgia anime but also seeing the new generation enjoy and love it too. Now on to the details it's a small cozy spot but they really maximize there small space and make sure you see and experience a little bit of everything from wall to wall it's full of amazing collectibles no Empty spaces the wall decor amazing and beautifully done. The staff was kind and respectful and all around you can tell they loved seeing customers shocked reactions. The attention to detail is subpar if you're a foody or artist you can appreciate it. Definitely worth a try. read more

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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. read more

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If you are an anime lover or just simply love a cool ambiance with great food then Goku Kitchen is the perfect spot. Recently visited on a weekend getaway to NYC and fell in love as soon as I stepped into the restaurant. The space is small but the food and service absolutely makes up for it. The menu has a nice variety of items to choose from but the star of the show is definitely the decor. There are action figures all around the walls and a life size goku as well. This space was the perfect treat for my kiddos who love anime. read more

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Recently took a road trip to NYC and stopped in Goku Kitchen and had the absolute best time. To start the space is decked out in anime. There are action figures, life size version of GoKu and everything is themed at the restaurant. Although the space is small, the service is phenomenal and the food is delicious. We ordered a variety of items: fried beef gyoza, pork soup dumplings and smashed cucumber. For beverages we ordered the Strawberry Latte and passion fruit jasmine tea. Every dish is cooked to order and is delivered to the table as soon as it's ready. This place is perfect for anime lovers or to experience as a tourist. We had an amazing time and I would definitely visit again and recommend to other travelers. read more

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Amazing place the beef noodle soup is phenomenal soft meat and amazing broth. The service is great and good WiFi. The person running the place was very nice and went out of their way. But most importantly the soup is very very very good read more

Goku Kitchen - Cool comic figure collection - Asian Fusion Near Me - New York, New York

This place is fun accompanied by great service and food. The wonton soup is scrumptious and their strawberry latte was the cherry on top! My husband was equally impressed. I would highly recommend eating here if you're in the area. read more

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! read more

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AMAZING! The food was so delicious. Was staying nearby in the Wall Street area because I had flown in to direct a photo production in Brooklyn. Stumbled upon this place. The dumplings were epic and the service was great. Kira specifically was very friendly and went above and beyond to make sure I was happy throughout dinner. Highly recommend this restaurant! If the owners are reading this please open a location in Fort Lauderdale! read more

Goku Kitchen - Asian Fusion Near Me - New York, New York

Goku kitchen has the best ambience that one could ask for for a dining experience. The wait staff is very attentive and helpful. Constantly checking in and providing amazing service. The food comes out steaming hot and full of flavor. The decorations are immaculate with comic strips as wall paper and the many figurines throughout the establishment. Even the menu design in the shape of a manga was downright amazing. Definitely a place I would return to. Out of the food tried the scallion pancakes were perfection flaky and crispy. The soup dumplings were full of flavor and bursting with the soupy goodness one would expect. The beef scallion noodles were good the meat was tender the noodles were chewy. However the beef from the rice bowl which was thin sliced and full of flavor may have captured my attention a little more. The drinks were made to perfection not too sweet. And they even seal them to go for you. I give goku kitchen a 10/10 for experience service and ambience and a must return. read more

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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. read more

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The experience was amazing. They just didn't have any more to canned sodas, but that was OK. read more

Goku Kitchen - Asian Fusion Near Me - New York, New York

Came to eat here with my family after celebrating my son's bday at complete playground just a few blocks away. They took us in right away and food came out pretty quickly as well. They were so nice and friendly to the kids and allowed us to take photos as well. They even allowed my son to choose a gift since our bill was over a certain amount & it was his bday. Place is beautiful decorated for anime fans. And very clean. I'm not sure if there was a restroom here. read more

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! read more

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Went here with my godsons and friend it's located inside the block of Cedar Ave in the financial district. Place is relatively small and can only seat about 25 pple. They do take walk-ins but the process was a little unclear. He said it was best to make reservations but on the website and IG there is no proper instructions on how to do that. He was about to turn us away because he said the night was "full" but when we explained to him you guys don't have any procedure explaining reservations he gave us a number to wait. He did turn away people after that as he said he was expecting a Large group to arrive. So idk what's the deal with that. Service was good and food was good no complaints there. Inside is cool but it's not an interactive restaurant just visual so good for pics but that's about it. It's busy and fast paced so you'll be in and out within an hour max depending on how much food you order. Not a bad place but a tip would be to call to secure a reservation just for safe measure. read more

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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. read more

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