Dondonya comes across in reviews as a tiny, cozy, affordable spot that consistently delivers delicious Japanese and Asian fusion dishes with generous portions and solid value. The atmosphere is described as intimate and cute, with a warm, friendly service, though the space is very small and can get crowded at dinner, sometimes leading to a wait. The menu wins praise for favorites like gyudon, tonkatsu, okonomiyaki, donburi, gyoza, and inventive fusion options, with many diners noting the quality, freshness and flavorful sauces, and standout items such as yam fries and popcorn chicken. A few notes mention not wheelchair accessible and occasional concerns about cleanliness or dust in certain corners, but these do not strongly distract most people. Overall, Dondonya is seen as a reliable, affordable, and cozy choice that brings repeat visits from locals and visitors alike, valued for consistent food quality, generous portions, and a welcoming vibe for a casual lunch or intimate dinner.
You must take the detour to enjoy the menu of this place! Cosy, great service, awesome food & affordable ! This is my place to go when I want to travel for dinner time
Jan 22, 2024
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Food has nothing special. The tomyum was very blend, but the wakame was a good idea. The curry tonkustu was fine. The curry was good but the fried chicken wasn't crispy. Toilet has a rat trap. Great service by waitress. Seating has no back support on the wall side
The people that work here are sooooo friendly & kind, the service is pretty quick & the food is amazing! This place is also so cozy & really nicely decorated. I would recommend this place to everyone I know! Such a hidden gem
Jan 5, 2024
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Tom yum soup was full of spice & delicious flavour. Tofu bowl was decent & was accompanied well with veggies & sauce. I wish there were more vegetarian or fish options to choose from.
On our search for an Asian restaurant, we found this gem. It might be small, but their food is delicious & they put their whole heart into this venue. Cute menus, fitting decorations - you are immediately immersed into this island of culinary excellence.
Stopped by this place for lunch & loved it. It has a nice intimate vibe with some nice decor. The menu is a nice little book with a lot of authentic Japanese menu items along with pictures. We got some gyoza, curry torikatsu & the regular torikatsu. The meat, rice, & vegetables blended so well together. I did prefer the meat of the regular torikatsu more than the curry one but it was close. It was also at a good price point. Highly recommend this place over a chain type fast food joint for lunch.
