Gokū Ramen Bar — Restaurant in Maumelle

Multiple problems. First is the sign that says they are going to impose a courtesy charge for all debit/credit transactions. Next is menu prices. Their online menu pricing vs in-store pricing don't match so if your expecting a $40.00 order well after the fees and the price raises they hide by not showing the prices until your at the til seeing the order being processed.

Now the for the order to 3 meals, one appetizer, and a side of extra cabbage. Mine was the pork broth with braised pork. The meat was sl toiced so thin, dry and only three pieces. Honestly I would have gotten probably fresher mouth feeling meat if I went to the dollar store and got A jar of dried beef. Really disappointing. My wife got the fried chicken which the pictures would suggest it was a panko crust but no these balls were essentially popcorn chicken made with cornstarch instead of flour. The broth had little flavor it was as they made no effort in seasoning it beyond adding bullion. No hints at flavor from aromatics like ginger or konbu just plain unsalted broth. My daughter received braised pork rice bowl. Her pork didn't have the benefit of broth and unless it's bacon pork should never be crispy like a cracker. The appetizer was the steam bun. I don't know what universe they can get away calling this a bun. It was a taco with mayo. It was no way the correct item and should not be marketed as such. The taste was meh at best. It wouldn't be worth the price even if the cut it in half. The side cabbage was a side of steamed cabbage. Atleast they got that right.

The price above cost me $50.00 at the register. I ordered this to go so I did not have a chance to voice concern. Pretty much guarantee I will not go their again maybe the neighboring sushi bar or the other asian/boba place down the road. It's just not worth the price maybe lowering the price by 40% for the meals would make it good for teens but not for adults that can go to hirer end restaurants in the area.

However I didn't mention this the staff is very nice and definitely handled a rude customer with grace and respect while me and the daughter watched and...

When I walked in, I had no idea what to expect. It was my first ramen bar, heck, it was my first time having REAL RAMEN. I'd only had cupped noodles before this so I was excited.

I looked at the menu a few times before deciding on the Shoyu Ramen with added Chicken slices. I sat back down and didn't even wait 2 minutes before my bowl was in front of me. The bowl was HUGE and VERY INTIMIDATING. Besides the obvious noodles and chicken, it also contained various veggies like Corn and some other greens. The lady that was taking care of me asked if I wanted to make it Spicy and I obliged. She brought out this small plate with just a pinch of spicy seasoning with a soggy texture. I asked her if i just dump it in or if it only takes a little and she did it for me, but asked how much I wanted. I didn't know what to expect so i had her dump the whole thing since it didn't look like much. She even stirred it for me! I took my first sip of the broth with the spoon and was in HEAVEN. I went for the noodles and fell in love. It was SO GOOD and if you're ever in need of a quick meal, I definitely recommend it. They have egg rolls and other things too if Ramen isn't to your liking. Can't wait...

Best ramen there is ♡ the chefs know what they are doing and make amazing dishes. I recommend the curry ramen with the double toppings. Its so flavorful especially if you love the taste of curry. My mother and bf would recommend the shoyu ramen with double toppings. ♡ the chicken karaage is amazing and crispy with good portion size that you can probably get full on just that.

Service is friendly and great. The girls on the register always are friendly and quick. It is a order and pay up front first before sitting and drinks are self serve (except for alcohol)

Atmosphere is peaceful with catchy music and always something random on the tv from bakery tv or wandering tv but still catches your attention.

Really recommend this place ♡ everyone there is amazing and you feel relaxed and at ease, expecially if your dining with friends...