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    Niu Mama Kitchens

    4.4 (73 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Current dumpling menu as of 8/14/26. Get the Kuromi bun set!
    Hope A.

    The food here is so incredible!! We got ube and custard dumplings at Lao Ma, literally no notes. The women working there were so sweet and friendly. Then we got the samgyeopsal platter and the cheesy pork tonkotsu platter from Kimchi Xpress, with sides of braised potatoes, and cucumber kimchi that were to DIE FOR, like halmeoni makes. I love the Panasian vibe inside, everyone in there was having a good time with friends and family. It was such a nice place to sit down, take a load off and eat amazing food. Note to owner: THIS IS HOW YOU BUILD COMMUNITY!! I'm obsessed.

    Lao Ma Dumplings- Wontons in Chili Oil, Bao Sumo Snow - Matcha and Lychee Blossom Slushie
    Valerie C.

    Really like the concept of this food court. I've visited locations with very similar vibes in cities such as New York and LA, and this one specializes in Asian cuisine. Great option for when you crave a mix and match of items or if people in your group want to eat different things. For food, we ordered from the dumplings stall and got the wontons in chili oil and fried bao. If you go on a weekend, I recommend going earlier rather than later because some items can sell out for the day. Wontons were my favorite - excellent spice and flavor. The bao were good but just okay. For drinks, we ordered from the Sumo Snow. Ordering is easy with the kiosk, and there is a big variety to choose from - anything like fruit teas, milk teas, slushies. My Lychee slushie was very refreshing. The owner of the establishment is also super kind, he chatted with us as we waited for our food and let us know that sometimes they host themed nights - anime, movies, pop culture - and the stalls sell specialty food and drinks during those nights. I imagine it can get pretty packed on those days, so plan accordingly!

    Signature deep fried dumplings, seaweed Salad, jalapeno poppers and créeme brûlée matcha
    Angelica D.

    I truly never have a bad experience here. I got dumplings, then headed over and grabbed the most delicious seaweed salad and jalapeño poppers! Also loved the crème brûlée matcha! It is a little pricey but honestly everything is nowadays but the food is yummy!

    Ha Long Bay refresher from Sumo Snow
    Jason F.

    We visited Niu Mama Kitchens on a Sunday for lunch, and I must say, it's a unique concept with its food court setup featuring a few Asian food vendors. We decided to try a bit of everything: a poke bowl, a combination of chicken and beef, and edamame from Saito's Express, as well as pork and chive dumplings from Lao Ma. To top it off, we indulged in the Ha Long Bay refresher from Sumo Snow. While the variety is a nice touch, the food was pretty much what you would expect from Asian fast food vendors--not the highest in quality. The preparation time was longer than anticipated, which was a bit frustrating. The seating arrangements were typical for a fast-casual place, nothing special. Considering the prices, which felt a bit on the higher side for what we received, I would say that Niu Mama Kitchens deserves a solid 3 stars for its diverse offerings but falls short in quality and service.

    Paula P.

    Came here with my book club and we all enjoyed the variety of food options. I got the inari bomb from Akai Hana, which I really enjoyed. Also got the ttetboki form kimchi express- the sauce was very watery and there wasn't too much spice or flavor. Every food stall is ordered via kiosk which is nice, but there's also someone at the front for question. The bathroom was clean and there were a lot of seating options.

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    Janet L.

    Gotta be honest, this place is not at the safest area, but it is so good that I went twice in 3 weeks. The first round, I tried K-Bap, Lao Ma, Akai Hana and Sumo Snow. The second round, I focused on Akai Hana and Sumo Snow. First round - Lao Ma is the bomb!!! I was just thinking about how much I love these varieties of dumplings that they would be my fix before I got a reservation in at Ding Tai Fung. The strawberry dessert cake from Sumo Snow was not so great, but those white chocolate ice cream bites recovered!! The Tokoyaki balls from Akai were good, but I would say the filling maybe could be a bit hotter (weird to say, I know). Second round - The bento box from Akai was so worth a try. I had the salmon and chicken combo and there was so much food! I had a second meal out of it. The drink from Sumo was very refreshing! Wonder what happened to the pho place because that would have been a huge hit. I would love to come back for more restaurant but seems like there's no more room to grow inside.

    Pho brisket and bag of veggies
    Mike L.

    Came by on a Saturday at noon. Not busy at all. Love the Asian food hall concept as you can find various choices to match your mood. Went with Pho Mama because I have a tendency towards Viet food. Pretty easy menu and a very nice staff member took my order for the Brisket Pho. Sat with my pager for a bit until my order came up. Simple setup, pho in a disposable bowl and a bag of veggies for garnish. Broth did not have a deep flavor or usual spices I would expect of the usual pho broth. Meats and noodles were okay. Just enough for a quick fix for me. Nice concept so maybe I'll give them another shot in the future.

    Selma H.

    We tried Niu Mama Kitchens during their Pokémon event series and loved it! Although I don't quite remember the stalls inside, I can remember how good the food was! All the staff is attentive and friendly, props for always making sure it's clean!

    Bulgogi fries and Burrito
    John H.

    9/5/26: 4 for dinner at Niu Mama Kitchens. We ordered a lot of food from 4 of the 5 restaurants. The winning dishes were The Bulgogi Burrito from Kimchi Xpress, the Pan Fried Shrimp Dumplings and the Inari Bomb from Akai Hana Express! The food and service from each restaurant was fast, hot and tasty. The ambiance is super casual and chill. Definitely worth a visit for the variety of Asian Flavors in 1 location. We will be back!

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    Karen W.

    Gotta love a good food court, especially one that specializes in Asian food. So far they have Korean, Japanese, dumplings and a boba shop. We got a little of everything and it was all pretty good. There is plenty of seating and prices were fair for all the restaurants we got food from.

    Dumpling Sampler
    James S.

    The valley needs more places like Niu Mama Kitchens. It's a perfect place to have multiple restaurants in one place and a perfect way to try out various foods from around the world. They have Japanese, Chinese, Korean and delicious boba's to enjoy. They have plenty of tables to sit and enjoy the restaurants too. Great service and a great concept to support small businesses.

    Christa M.

    This a pretty cool place for grabbing some food with friends and family with a variety of places to pick from. I had dinner here last week with friends and we all enjoyed and finished our foods. We ordered from the following places: Saito Express: Chicken and shrimp hibachi - good portion and very tasty Pho Mama: Beef Pho - not many sections to choose from, broth was good Lao Ma: Spicy dumplings - they were out of cucumber salad so we ordered these K - Bap: Beef bulgogi and Korean tacos - tacos were pretty simple, on the sweeter side. Bulgogi was good Sumo Snow: Boba smoothies and cheesecake with ube - good cup sizes for the price, ube on cheesecake was not good Everything was flavorful. The employees all seemed nice and eager to take our orders. The dining hall was clean and there is plenty of seating. Worth checking out!

    Pho Mama - Brisket Pho
    Tammy M.

    All the vendors were friendly here! We ordered from everyone basically and we had a great experience. I ordered beef pho and it was delicious. The broth was flavorful and it was served hot! I was able to try my friends food as well and it was all yummy. The inside was spacious and clean.

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    Thank you ok. We hope you come again.

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    2 months ago

    Very good food! The food was fresh and hot, very crispy and delicious filling. Zero complaints, very friendly staff.

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    This place is amazing, the pork buns look delicious!! I came here after going to one stop and I knew I had to try it out.

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    Thank you dear come again

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    Your review make us very happy. Thank you. Come visit again.

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    Thank you so much and very good photos. Come again !

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    Cute little spot with different options. Very cleaned and maintained. A little over priced. Service was good.

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    Amazing food and great sitting area, loved the options, good drinks and variety of options.

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    4.5(89 reviews)
    2.8 mi
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    Came across this boba cafe through Yelp reviews praising their service and drink quality. We came…read morein for a classic Thai tea boba, and the tea itself was incredibly flavorful, even better paired with their honey boba, which added the perfect subtle sweetness. We loved it so much that we order extra boba as the consistency stands out every time. The size, texture, and chewiness of the boba are perfect, which is something a lot of boba spots struggle to achieve. They have an immense menu allowing you to treat your cravings. Despite being busy on a Friday night, service was accurate and timely. The ambiance also makes this place feel extra welcoming. There are several seating options including regular tables, high-top tables, even a couch area for lounging, and seating outside. I also really like how close this cafe is to Glendale Community College. Inside, they also have board games available and a claw machine, which gives the cafe a fun and cozy atmosphere whether you're studying, hanging out with friends, or just stopping by for a drink. Another huge plus was their macaron ice cream sandwiches, which I haven't been able to find at other competitors. They're located in the back and come pre-packaged in a cooler, but the texture is amazing! It is soft, chewy, and structured all at once. Our favorite flavors were vanilla, coffee, and strawberry. Due to limited boba locations in the Glendale area - this is our one stop shop. Definitely a spot worth coming back to! Two large iced Thai teas with extra boba ~ $17.55.

    Immediately, it's such a cute aesthetic as you walk in. When I came in on a Saturday afternoon…read more(around 2pm) I there was a steady stream of customers coming in. I was greeted right away and waited in line one person ahead of me. I ordered four items, a peach blended drink with boba (recommended by the lovely woman working), two Thai teas with boba (one iced one blended) and a lychee with boba. Since she was the only one working at that time, it did take a moment to get our drinks but was in no rush so wasn't worried about it. Sat down to enjoy the K-pop playing on the tv and watch the fish bowl in the center of the location. They have a cozy couch and a few tables and chairs, it's cute in there and I have enjoyed having a few boba dates with my daughter. There always seems to be enough space to enjoy with one or a small group. The drinks when finished were provided in a recyclable container / holder which was convenient since I was driving them back. The straws are big and ready for your boba and the flavors of all our drinks were so good. Especially the boba, so so good!

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    4.2(225 reviews)
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    This was a neighborhood gem for the past 10 years and it greatly saddens me that they are closing…read morefor good. I was a frequent customer during it's previous iteration as Yo&I and as Bubble Cups up until 2 or 3 years ago. Tonight was my first time back in years as I found out through a recent post in Yelp that it was closing. I stopped visiting due to personal reasons but I had to make a visit to try to catch the owner and tell her that the shop will be missed and that I was sorry to see them go. For the last hurrah, I made a large order for the following: Raspberry fruit tea x2 Hokkaido Milk Tea And my all time favorite - the Classic House Special The Raspberry and Guava fruit teas are currently buy one, get one free and all other drinks are buy one, get one half off. For my final parting words, if you are in the area or don't mind coming over this way, please visit them one last time before they close for good on Sunday, Dec 28. They have some amazing promos going as a final gift to customers and you will be supporting a local family that have been running this place. Thank you Bubble Cups for the years of great drinks to make my day a little more brighter. I hope to see you again soon someday!

    When we were in the area & I was in the need for a caffeine boost I stopped in for a mocha boba…read more There was a lovely young lady who was very friendly & patient with me as I was deciding on what to get! I ended up going with a mocha boba, but for me it was a tad too sweet! The cafe itself was very cute.. they had a cubby with some board games & such to choose from! It's a perfect little spot if you just wanted to hang out for a little as you're enjoying your boba or the ice cream that they also offer!

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