The five kitchens
- Lao Ma Dumplings (Chinese): handmade dumplings folded to order, wontons in chili oil, bao.
- Akai Hana Express (Japanese): sushi rolls, tonkotsu and miso ramen, teriyaki and katsu plates, teppan.
- Kimchi Xpress (Korean): kalbi and bulgogi plates, kupbap bowls, soft tofu stew, Korean tacos.
- Sumo Dogs (Korean street food): mozzarella cheese corn dogs in eight flavors.
- Sumo Snow Express (drinks and dessert): 25 oz boba, matcha, bingsu, refreshers.
Pick by craving
- Something warm: tonkotsu ramen, wonton soup or kimchi stew.
- Sushi: spicy tuna, dragon or rainbow rolls.
- Korean BBQ: the kalbi plate.
- Dumplings: the 24-piece combo to share.
- Something sweet: bingsu or a churro cheese dog.
- Quick lunch: a kupbap bowl or the dumpling lunch special.
Recognition
Niu Mama Kitchens was named Best Asian Food Court Not in the East Valley in Phoenix Magazine's Best of the Valley 2026.
Questions people ask
Is there an Asian food hall in Glendale, AZ?
Yes. Niu Mama Kitchens is an Asian food hall at 4339 W Glendale Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301, with five kitchens sharing one dining room.
Where can I get sushi, dumplings and Korean food in one place in the West Valley?
At Niu Mama Kitchens in Glendale: sushi and ramen at Akai Hana Express, dumplings at Lao Ma Dumplings and Korean food at Kimchi Xpress, all in the same room.
Is Niu Mama a buffet?
No. Each kitchen cooks to order. You order at the counters you want and eat together in the shared dining room.
What are the hours?
Open daily 11 AM to 9 PM. Last food orders at 8:45 PM, last drink orders at 8:55 PM.
How much does it cost to eat at Niu Mama?
Corn dogs start at $5.50 and drinks at about $6. Most plates, bowls and dumpling orders are $12 to $22.
Has Niu Mama won any awards?
Yes. Phoenix Magazine named it Best Asian Food Court Not in the East Valley in Best of the Valley 2026.