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The interior is exquisite!! Great cocktails and authentic menu. The people are passionate too which makes all the difference! :)

Mother’s Day dinner at this lovely restaurant. The food was delicious, especially the adobo ribs! Beautiful interior and a cool tiki cocktail bar downstairs! A definite must if you’re ever in San Antonio!

Stay away from Dee, she has a very evil energy. God doesn't like ugly. Jealousy is a disease and I hope she gets well soon xo

I wish they would of displayed online that they were temporary closed. They do have a sign on the door but it does not indicate when they’re gonna open back up.

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Food was amazing. Grace was a amazing server/waitress... Resturant Ambiance was great/very clean Me and my family second time eating there

Service is good, staff is friendly, but the food was just okay. The pork chop was very dry.

Dez made our NIGHT! She did such an amazing job not only with recommendations but also remembering my birthday on the reservation and even lit a candle for me! Definitely get the Hot Chili Dumplings, brisket egg rolls & the spicy pork belly- AMAZING!! Food came out fast and good temps. Will absolutely return soon & always will sit with Dez!

Came by on a weekday during happy hour without reservation - seated right away, although it did get busy about halfway into our time there. Would be worth having a reservation if you have a larger party or come during peak hours. Service was fine and friendly. There's a tiki bar downstairs, unfortunately it was closed while we were there (bartender quit, according to our server) I tried a few menu items - happy hour fries, chili oil dumplings, Shishito peppers. Everything was fine, I wasn't blown away by anything though. Their menu is relatively small and designed to be shared. Prices were fair! Decor was nice.

Waited 10 minutes for someone to take my order. Left because I know my money will be taken quickly and with a smile elsewhere. Unacceptable for The RiverWalk. Do better Tokyo Cowboy.

The food was good, there were a few items that stood out more than the others. For my drink, I got the Fist of Fury (rum, lychee, strawberry, and mint) which wasn't too strong, and it has a great balance of sweetness but not annoyingly too sweet. It actually reminds me of one of my favorite cocktails from a bar in Sacramento, but still a really yummy and light drink. Items we tried: - Brisket Egg Roll: *recommend* this was one of the highlights of our meal, but we were a little underwhelmed with it being only one egg roll for $9? Fortunately, we came during happy hour, so we didn't pay full price for this, and I don't ever will. Still a good item, but a little steep for just one.. maybe two would make a little more sense to me. I overheard the table next to us as well commenting the same thing. - Hot Chicken Chili Dumplings - *recommend* once again, another favorite of the night but $13 for three dumplings? I mean, unless the chili oil is made out of gold and the chicken is a rare species, I don't think such small dumplings should be a little over $4 piece. But, like I said we came during happy hour, so I don't think we paid full price for it. - Blistered Green Beans - "just for health" but seriously though, I really don't remember how this tasted, but I do know that I ate most of this instead of my actual main entree because it tasted better than my salmon. - Furikake Fries - this was my husband's favorite "side." Definitely ask for some spicy mayo to dip! - Crispy Pork Chop - *recommend* my husband ordered this as his main, and I think realistically we should have shared this because it was the pork chop itself was pretty big. It was giving katsu vibes, which I assume was the point because it came with some curry, so as a tradition Japanese dish of Katsu Curry. Though, the curry paired really great with the pork chop. - Grilled Salmon - this was my main, and honestly, it was nothing special. It was a bit too salt for my personal preference. I don't I would get this again. - Tokyo Tres Leches - this was good, I think it needed to be soaked a little more. Once we got to the middle of the cake, it was pretty dry.

Wow. I went downtown to the Market, did some shopping, was starving, checked out Yelp nearby resto's and we made the 6 block walk to Tokyo Cowboy. I ordered the fried chicken as a "shared" plate. Definitely shareable! It was insanely incredible. Every bite was a party in my mouth. I got the jalapeño side sauce (took it by chance because I hate jalapenos) but omg!!! Incredible. We also got the pork belly "shareable" plate (a little small for an entree) but omg I was in heaven. Incredible flavor. I am definitely coming back here!!

Locals experiencing downtown living! Delicious Martini!! We came for happy hour & it didn't disappoint!! Great drinks. Delicious food. Had the happy hour fries and karaage chicken and the chilli dumplings. Yummyyy!! Would definitely be back! Our server was attentive, Nice quiet ambience! Chill, I like it !

Wifey and I discovered this on OpenTable. It's a small, quaint eatery. A bit loud with all the chatter. There is indoor and outdoor seating. Our server was friendly and prompt, but brought my wife a bottle of wine rather than the glass she ordered. The menu is as the name implies: fusion. Adventurous. Eclectic. Delicious. Different. My cocktails were stellar.

Tried this restaurant for lunch for my birthday and everything was impressive! The food, the decor and ambiance, and the service! The food was delicious and it's tough to find a restaurant where you want to try everything but Tokyo Cowboy is one of those rare spots for me, and I look forward to coming here again! Plus the patio view of the River Walk? *Chef's kiss* It was so peaceful and lovely out there just to birdwatch. Shout-out to our server Dez, who made our first visit incredible.

A fusion of Asian dishes with some Texas flair makes up this snazzy downtown SA restaurant. Located a few minutes walk from the Alamo, the inside is clean and modern which is not obvious from walking down Commerce street. The portions are small but the taste is flavorful. The brisket egg roll for an app followed by the spicy pork belly, crispy chicken, Dansin corn waffle and Gulf shrimp noddles were just enough for us 4 to share for a light meal. My recommendation is If your last name is cowboy, then you might want to consider increasing the size of the portions to feed one. We sat at the bar because we were on limited time, but still managed to have a fun and pleasant dinner. Service was spot on and since the bar is located next to the kitchen, we constantly had our drinks filled. The restrooms are downstairs which are next to Hungman's bar and apparently are shared between the business, which is not uncommon for downtown. Overall, I would come again, but only if I wanted a light lunch or dinner and not on a completely empty stomach unless that is, you want to save room for desert.

We came here on a Thursday for lunch after staying downtown for a concert. There is probably public parking nearby, but we walked from our hotel. It is pretty centrally located in downtown and was about a ten minute walk from the Hilton Palacio del Rio. It is street level, not riverwalk level. We got there a little before noon and it was already busy. We were sat right away, but groups after us had to wait a bit. The host was probably the manager and was great. He sat us and took our drink order and was constantly checking on tables our entire visit. We started with the pickle plate. It was delicious and we will get it every time we come back. It had multiple pickled vegetables: cucumbers, cabbage, squash, cauliflower, and tomatoes. I got the Tokyo dog and my wife got the sukiyaki burger. Both of our meals came with furikake fries. The burger was amazing and the hot dog was really good. The fries were crisp and were incredible dipped in the dashi jus that came with my wife's burger. We fully enjoyed all of our food. We came during lunch, so there was a limited menu. We didn't get the Asian flavors we were hoping for, but the dinner menu seems to be more along that line. The music was good and not too loud. The bathroom was down a set of stairs, but there was an outside elevator that I think went to the same level on the riverwalk

This was the first meal we had on a 3 week trip to San Antonio and it remained my favorite meal we had. My husband and I shared: - Brisket Egg Roll - Hot Chicken Chili Dumplings - Karaage - Soboro Fries - Dashi Corn Waffle - Mac & Cheese - 36 Chambers - Yuzurita Mocktail - Yuzu Meringue Pie - Tokyo Tres Leches (Strawberry Ube) My favorite item was the mac and cheese. I almost didn't order it because it sounds boring (they should really name it so it's clear it's not just regular mac and cheese), but my husband read the description. I love rice cakes and this was the perfect fusion dish. Other dishes I loved included the karaage which was so crispy and the soboro fries which had the most flavorful meat on them. The Yuzurita was also fantastic. The only thing I'd skip if I were to do it again is the Dashi Corn Waffle which was kind of dry. I highly recommend coming during happy hour because you can order off of both menus. You can save money on some dishes and order some that aren't on the dinner menu.

Unique Japan meets Texas fusion! Great happy hour, friendly service, tasty bar snacks, convenient location close to the riverwalk if staying downtown. With Tokyo in the name I expected some sushi options but there are none. Still worth checking out :)

I could not have enjoyed this place more. We were in town for a wedding and were quickly intrigued when we came across this place looking for a dinner option. Located near our downtown hotel and the Riverwalk, it made a lot of sense and we were quickly impressed once we began dining. We enjoyed the cocktails and were soon drooling over the food. We agreed our favorite was the Brisket Egg Roll and my other favorite was the Crispy Karaage Chicken. The Crispy Pork Chop was really good too! Loved that apple curry. Our server was extremely nice and I feel like service was prompt, even with it being so busy on a Saturday night. We very much enjoyed our experience here.

Tokyo Cowboy is a delicious, modern, hip, upscale Asian and Southern fusion restaurant. Some tips: make a reservation online, come for happy hour, and order Karaage, and Soboro Fries. I recommend also ordering the Hot Chicken and Chili Dumplings. Most importantly, order the Mac & Cheese. On our first visit, my wife and I ordered everything above and also Brisket Egg Roll, Dashi Corn Waffle, Yuzu-meringue Pie Tokyo Tres Leches (Strawberry Ube). For drinks we tried 36 Chambers and the mocktail version of the Yuzurita. I enjoyed everything but the recommendations I provided above were my favorite. Service was surprisingly fast for how busy it was. Very friendly.

Stopped in here by accident even though he it wax on my to do list and everything we had was delicious from the crab rolls to the steak to the saki. We had no problem being seated with no reservations and the service was great. Stop by and try it.

Food is definitely fusion. Mac and cheese tasted yummy but nothing like the American version and they looked like scallop potatoes. Chicken on the salad was crispy, but the salad was a bit vinegary.

I visited Tokyo Cowboy on a Monday night at 6 after avoiding Riverwalk Restaurants for a long time. I should have stuck to my golden rule. Long story short, I felt like it was elevated bar food. Great for a night out when bar hopping but not worth a trip for the food. My daughter and I enjoyed a fun night of each others company but I left wishing I'd chosen differently for our special evening. Upon entering I noticed the restaurant was overly hot. The air was on but not fully functioning. Our waitress Dez was my favorite part of the dining experience. She was friendly, efficient and knowledgeable about the menu. After asking for drink choices I picked her 3rd favorite and my daughter picked her number 1. Mine was ok. Sort of like a strawberry mojito. Almost everything I had seemed to lack the extra bit of flavor that would make it great. I ordered the brisket eggroll and blistered green beans. I really enjoyed the great beans and was happy for saving some calories. The eggroll and sauce were ok. More cheese flavor than anything with chucks of brisket. No collard green flavor from the couple of specks included. Then I had some of my daughter's pork chop. It was panko crusted, beautifully plated and hot. Bland but filling. Finally I ordered 3 chili oil dumplings. Meh . So $100+ spent for a new experience. Our next planned spot was Hugmans Oasis so I headed to the restroom. A wrong turn lead me to the balcony which was truly lovely. I'd choose to sit there as I found the inside lacking the ambience or vibe that others reported. Restrooms were individual, clean and well decorated but there was a sewer smell in the hallway. I peeked into Hugmans but the sewer smell turned me off. We went to Amy's at the Quarry for ice cream instead. I chalk Tokyo Cowboy up to another novelty Riverwalk restaurant. There are plenty of other great places downtown for great drinks and apps. Just walk down East Houston St. Or visit Southtown.

The name is what intrigued me, so I tried to go one night, but I was told that reservations need to be made. So, I made one at the restaurant for Sunday night. It was necessary as it was packed. I found out that downstairs by the restroom was a lounge/ bar called Hugman's Oasis (an interesting name). It might be from the same owner. We had server named Grace who was also the hostess. She did her best even with doing double duty. For the table the brisket egg roll, chicken dumplings, shrimp & noodles, tamarind crispy chicken, jasmine rice and coconut & ube tres leches cake was ordered. I really enjoyed the chicken dumplings bc it had great flavoring. I was craving noodles and this hit the mark. So delicious. The ube tres leches was so tasty and flavorful. I've never had cake like this before. I'm grateful that I was able to get a reservation here.

Hell Yes!! Ride em, Tokyo Cowboy!! While it was a little hard to get a res--it was totally worth the wait! The waitstaff and hostess were wonderful! Awesome, small and cozy restaurant with a great vibe! Perfect for intimate dinner, small gatherings, girls night, etc... Try everything!! Go during happy hour and get all the things!!

We ordered the Dashi Corn Waffle ($17), Spicy Pork Belly ($19), Crispy Karaage Chicken ($19), and the Blistered Green Beans ($12). My personal favorite was the blistered green beans. The chicken karaage and pork belly wasn't the best I ever had, but it was still good. I wish there were more veggie options that came with the main course. The portions were hefty - expect for the corn waffle. I wasn't a huge fan of it, but my dad liked it. It's not sweet like you'd expect. Foodwise, everything was decent. The server was very friendly and welcoming, and the indoor ambiance is pleasant. If it's a nice day, ask for outdoor seating. There are small tables on a balcony overlooking the river, and you can just manage to squeeze three people in.

Ive been to 5 star restaurants, paid $450 for a dinner... this was $13 for 3 dumplings!!! Also freezer burn tasting. This was my anniversary.. it was the most underwhelming experience. The girls were nice but there is no excuse for the price and portion. You may look at my other reviews and they are positive so please take heed on this negative one. Save your money. To summarize, the service was good, this negative review is a reflection of the quality and quantity of the food in respect to its pricing. The decor is okay as well not worth the hype. Im glad i came either way to settle my mind on this place. Oh the dumplings in my pic look big but they are not its just a small plate.

The ambiance is fantastic! We sat outside above the Riverwalk in a cozy 2 top. The menu has many interesting and unusual options that are tapas style. We enjoyed all of them but non were spectacular. The Crispy Karaage chicken was a weird spin on Sichuan chicken. Good, not great. The spicy pork belly tasted porky, it needed more sauce to offset the flavor. The brisket egg roll was great, we had a second order. Slums of Shaolin old fashioned was great!!

We were in town for a conference and stopped for dinner because of the reasonable prices and different food options, then we went back the next night because of the awesome service and delicious food!! Highly recommend food and drinks here!

We made a reservation and reserved TC for a dinner celebration after a college graduation. Located right on the Riverwalk, we actually found an awesome reasonable parking garage a few blocks away. First to walk in, we (party of 7) were seated at a table towards the back of the restaurant. Ordered all the Happy Hour menu items : D The hits at our table were the karaage chicken, soboro fries, and the shishito peppers. We found the cured salmon to be very bland. I had ordered a Happy Hour martini, but soon returned it as it was so bitter and strong. Our server suggested the fist of fury cocktail instead. I enjoyed it, kinda reminded me of a mojito. Thereafter, we each ordered our own plates. Pls note that most of the items are shareable plates- they don't come with any sides. The standouts for dinner were the once again karaage chicken and the double cheeseburger. Lots of flavor! The dashi corn waffle with pork belly and shrimp were ok, just a little dry. My son enjoyed the grilled salmon, but the sauce surrounding it was salty. Most of the dishes were topped with bonito flakes- dried/fermented tuna. The amount was overwhelming and overpowering , I think a sprinkle would suffice. Overall, food was ok. Cool interior decor. Service was good. Love the fusion of Asian with BBQ idea!

Downtown SA can be hit or miss due to the touristy vibes and high foot traffic. This was just okay. The service was not spectacular; our server did not know the menu at all and was slow to get our drinks. While it was primed to be a busy night, the place was maybe half full when we arrived, so it wasn't that. The apps we tried were the Krab and Crab roll, Brisket eggroll, and Hot chili dumplings. The crab roll was the best one and it didn't pack much flavor- the sauce made it. The eggroll was small and just kinda of tasted like a fried and really cheesy burger- not worth it at all. Our entrees included the shrimp noodles and chicken karaage. The chicken was good. The shrimp was generously portioned, but it is really heavy handed with the Benito flakes. So were the fries, but they were perfectly cooked! The variety of cocktails was interesting. I ended up switching to a vodka soda though- i needed a palate cleanser. All in all? It was okay. It is close to the Aztec, on the river, and yes, there is an elevator for ADA concerns. I'd pop back by if someone asked to meet there, but it would not be on my must try list.

LOVED IT! Go with a group so you can really explore the menu. This southern comfort meets Japanese street food was amazing! There were 5 of us and while we loved everything the highlights were the shredded vegetable salad, chili dumplings, crispy karaage chicken, shrimp and noodles. Awesome drinks and leave some time to hit the tiki bar in the basement! A+++

Location is key, we had lunch on the deck overlooking the riverwalk. Every dish was flavorful and mouth watering. Service was prompt and friendly. The only suggestion would be to go lighter on soy sauce for the charred green beans.

After scouring Yelp and TikTok for San Antonio restaurant recommendations, I settled on Tokyo Cowboy for a nice, early NYE dinner. I made a reservation days in advance, anticipating big crowds, but it wasn't too busy when I arrived. The aesthetic of the place was definitely a vibe, but they tucked me into a solo bar spot in the back corner. I wasn't too upset--it was a holiday, and I was dining alone. The bartender's service was fine, but not particularly memorable or friendly. I started with two Mogwai's Night Out cocktails (minus the cucumber), and they were terrific! However, at $15 a drink, they're definitely a splurge. For an appetizer, I tried the Hot Chicken Chili Dumplings. The flavor was solid, but the portion felt skimpy--$13 for three small dumplings is a bit hard to justify. For my main course, I went with the TC Double Cheeseburger, and it did not disappoint. The egg-thickened dashi dipping sauce was a standout addition and elevated the burger to something really special. Highly recommend. Out of curiosity, I also ordered the Mac & Cheese, described as "Our take on a classic with Korean rice dumplings, spicy kimchi, topped with panko and bacon." Unfortunately, this dish was a complete miss. It was dry, lacked flavor, and felt like a chore to eat. Maybe I got a bad batch? Overall, Tokyo Cowboy is a cool spot with potential. I could see myself coming back as part of a date night or as a pregame stop before hitting the bars, but it's not a must-visit in my book.

I kept hearing good things about this spot, and while walking around downtown San Antonio one night I accidentally stumbled upon it, and I decided I would pop in for a drink The interior is trendy and inviting. I really like the decor, light fixtures, table settings, etc. Usually these sorts of restaurant/bars are intimately lit, but this spot is slightly brighter, and it works really well. I honestly prefer it The hostess was very kind and accommodating. I sat in the bar area, so, my server was also a bartender, but he was incredible. His suggestions, his attention to detail, his personality, the professionalism, etc made my visit a good one The menu offers a wine variety of Texas/American and Japanese fusion dishes. While I only stopped in for a drink or two, I really want to come back to try the food. The cocktail menu is exceptional. Enticing recipes, with clever names, and with a fusion flare With the check they provided a Tokyo Cowboy postcard which I thought was a nice touch. I also liked that even though I was a table for one, they gave me an entire carafe of water Some tips: This spot is located right off the River walk, so, as you're exploring the city, take a break at this hip bar Cheers!!

This spot exceeded all of our expectations and left us talking about it every day after! Can't wait to go next time we visit SA. Food: delicious and surprisingly decently priced. The serving sizes for the options on happy hour menu don't disappoint. We tried: the pickled veggies - perfectly sweet and sour balance Smoked salmon Karaage chicken Crab krab roll (that butter is out of this world) A seafood and pasta dish Multiple cocktails including one with ube/coconut. All were fantastic and presented very beautifully. Ambiance: romantic and hip. Clean environment with attention to detail. Service: very friendly and attentive Definitely make a reservation as the small dining area fills up quickly when they open. The counter is an awesome spot for date night!

Scrumptious food and delightful service, Grace is top notch Thank you. I'll be back with family and friends in tow.

I made it just before Happy Hour ended at 6, and was sat at their side bar area. The restaurant had a bright feel with the large windows in the front and nice lighting. The bartender made sure to get my order in right away and the food came out quickly. I ordered the karaage and blistered shishito peppers from the happy hour menu. Both were very tasty, although I personally enjoyed the peppers more with their fried garlic sauce.

The first thing I should mention is to make reservations. We came on a Saturday a little before 7:30 and it didn't seem too busy but apparently all the open tables were booked reservations. They took our name down and let us know we could go to their connecting bar, Hugmans Oasis. That was fine with us, we had wanted to stop by there afterwards but I guess we were trying them out first. Side note: we had a great time there but didn't get to enjoy it as much since we had to leave once our table was ready. Once we were texted that our table was ready we took the stairs back up to the restaurant. They do have an elevator if you prefer or can't take the stairs. Let me just say Tokyo Cowboy has been at the top of my list of places to try and we finally had a chance to go for a date night/birthday dinner. It's super dim as to give a relaxing moody vibe which was nice. They sat us across the bar that had bar style seating. Not as nice as a table but was fine. We were greeted quickly and served promptly. Our server was nice check in on us a few times. The food was pretty good, we had the brisket egg rolls, blistered green beans and the grilled salmon. The egg rolls were pretty good, the herb ranch dip complimented it well. The green beans were charred and tossed in a tamarind fish caramel and black vinaigrette. The first bite was a little over powering as you are hit with a ton of flavor but as you keep eating them it gets better and went well with our choice of salmon. The Salmon was my favorite. It was cooked and flavored perfectly. The Thai basil butter really made the difference. The drinks were good and had fun names. We are Wutang fans so of course tried liquid swords and 36 chambers. We also had Kota's tea and lords of death. I really liked lords of death over all the others but it was nice to try a few different ones. Overall date night was a success. I'm glad we tried this place but nothing really compels me to comeback. BUT Hugmans, I am looking forward to going back and spending more time there. The vibe was just more enjoyable.

We made a reservation for Tuesday evening, I would definitely suggest it. The restaurant was very lively. We started off with their hot chicken chili dumplings and the Fist of Fury cocktail. The sauce on the dumplings was deliciously spicy, and the drinks were very refreshing. We both ordered the Gulf Shrimp & Noodles, I wasn't a huge fan of all the topping it had, I ended up taking it off. However the noodles and shrimp themselves were delicious, the sauce was great but I almost wish they used a thicker noodle. Beyond that we had a good experience and this is definitely a solid choice on the riverwalk!

New to San Antonio, got into town a couple of hours ago and went against the hotel staff's recommendations. The spot is decently sized and centrally located on the river walk. The menu however is more tapas style, which they explain before ordering. However the quality of the food was lacking. I first ordered the spicy chicken dumplings. These were ok but you can tell not house made. My second course was the pork belly, chewy and too salty. I give it a 3/10. My GF's meal of salmon and jasmine rice was lackluster. The salmon although cooked perfectly had no seasoning and the jasmine rice was hard and cold. When we were visited by the manager he attempted to explain to us it was due to how they stored the rice..... If you plan on going to this restaurant be prepared to have a limited menu and possibly not the best experience. IMO

Yee, and I can not stress this enough, haw! Took the bestie here for an early-birthday brunch. Parking downtown is always a chore, but the sites [sometimes] make up for it. Tokyo Cowboy is a spacious restaurant with a small but lovely patio overlooking the Riverwalk. Since the weather was beautiful, my friend and I opted to sit on the patio and watch the ferries float by (and the occasional duck). For starters we ordered coffee and an tasty alcoholic beverage. I had the Golden Dragon and he had the Cobra Kai (technically not on the brunch menu, but our waiter and bartender did us a total solid and made one for him anyway). The fact that they made him a drink off-menu alone is 5 stars. Both beverages were delicious. My friend had the Sukiyaki burger, which he ate in record time - I had a taste of it, and it was delicious. I had the Shrimp and Rice grits, but looking over the description - it was missing the pork belly. The dish was delicious, though. The tomatoes were sweet and bright, the shrimp perfectly cooked, and egg was the cherry on top. It was a great blend of sweet, savory, and umami. (Do people still use that word to describe flavor?) But yeah - as you can see in the picture, no pork belly. Augh! What a disappointment!! Aside from that, everything else was fantastic. Dylan, our waiter, was great. The view? Spectacular. A fine spot for brunch - just make sure you get everything you're paying for. Womp womp.

We came here for a date night, and it did not disappoint! With the perfect 58-degree weather, we decided to sit outside on the balcony. The ambiance was wonderful--enjoying the river views and music made for a relaxing evening. We started with the Brisket Roll and the Krab & Crab Roll, and both appetizers were absolutely incredible. I wasn't sure what to expect with the Krab & Crab Roll, but it completely blew me away. For our entrees, my wife ordered the Gulf Shrimp & Noodles, and I went with the TC Double Cheeseburger and a side of Mac & Cheese. A quick note: this is a "serve as it's ready" restaurant, so her noodles arrived first--naturally, I had to sneak a bite! The shrimp were perfectly cooked and flavorful, and the noodles were delicious. The Mac & Cheese was a standout for me--easily one of my favorite dishes of the night. The rice dumplings were an unexpected but unique touch that worked surprisingly well. I'll definitely be ordering that again. My burger arrived last, and it was worth the wait. Juicy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked, I'd highly recommend it to any burger lover. To top it all off, they give you a postcard with your check--a thoughtful little touch that adds to the charm. Lastly, a shoutout to our waitress, Michelle, who was incredible throughout the night. Hats off to you, Michelle! Overall, a very good experience. I'm giving it 4/5 stars, only because I found the prices a bit on the high side. That said, the quality of the food and atmosphere made it worth it.

Great location on the Riverwalk with indoor/outdoor seating. Inside seating and atmosphere were good for conversation and a relaxed meal. We did not dine outside but it looked equally pleasant on a nice day. The menu is focused and the flavors in every dish expansive. Portions were modest (not typical TEXAS size - and I'm a Texan...) - that's not a negative in my humble opinion - the side we enjoyed (green beans) was substantial enough for two. If you order the noodles, be prepared for a very unique presentation!!! Full bar with solid libation menu + non-alcohol choices. I should also note that as of May 2025, their prices seemed very reasonable for the level of food quality and service. I've saved the best for last. Service, it can make or break any dinning experience. From first interaction with the hostess (who was extremely kind, warm, and receptive albeit we were 20 minutes late for our reservation - slow walk and talkers :-)) to DEZ who guided us through the menu, took extremely good care of us, and maintained the perfect balance of service and space for a wonderful meal, the service was simply superb. If your looking to break away from the large chains and tired of traditional fare, this spot will not disappoint.

Very cute fushion restaurant on the Riverwalk. Reservations were super easy on the website and we were seated promptly. The braised beef was cook so well, very tender and flavorful. The side garnishes worked so well and were refreshing. The Sukiyaki burger was cooked well done, but they do not ask you how you want it cooked. That was fine but was a hit dry if not dipped with the egg sauce. Which made it sooo much more tasty. Also the Fist of Fury cocktail was 10/10. Very refreshing, and not too sweet with the strawberry. Defintely recommend when vistinf the walk !

Having to come downtown for jury duty, I took the opportunity to stop by Tokyo Cowboy during our lunch break. I mentioned to my waitress that I was on a strick one hour time line and she said she would take care of me. I decided to try one of the lunch specials, the Sukiyaki burger with fries. When the order came out I was pleasantly surprised to find that the burger was a double meat patty, covered in white american cheese, braised onions and crispy shallots with a side of furikake fries. The patties were nice and juicy and the flavor from the cheese, onions and shallots all blended so well. There is a side of doshi jus that comes with an egg that you must mix up and is a great dipping sauce for the burger. The furikake fries were good and crispy. Overall, this was a great burger and I look forward to coming back and trying more of the menu. p.s. I got in and out in 45 minutes. Great service!

Style over Substance. Love the vibes here. Located on the River Walk with an "underground" tiki bar. Unfortunately, the food did not match the ambiance. Service was fine at best. They were friendly, but took their time between dishes and refilling drinks. Nothing bad, but also nothing to write home about. The color scheme is all warm colors, from the neon pink sign outside to the yellowed lighting inside. Looks like a full bar, but not necessary when the tiki vibing The Hugman's Bar downstairs. Owned by the same peoples, but separate. Family style dining, maybe tapas, depending on your perspective. We ordered the Brisket Egg Roll (literally only one, could barely taste the brisket) & Musubi (fine, but difficult to screw up canned meat with rice wrapped with seaweed) for the appetizers. Main courses were the Dashi Waffle (bonito flakes are always fun, came with pork belly and shrimp; the waffle was pretty dry and a little tough, not as fluffy in the batter department) & Grilled Salmon (second best dish; crispy and tender with great flavor) & The Tokyo Cowboy Double Cheeseburger (was told that the meat was tasty, but unfortunately any sides like fries must be ordered separately). The sides were, interestingly, both better and larger than the entrees. Their spin on Macaroni & Cheese was the best "dish" tonight, course designation be damned! They used rice cakes, a popular Chinese and Korean alternative to noodles or rice, with a delicious blend of Mexican cheeses in sauce form, topped with bacon and kimchi. Great mix of savory flavors. Also had the green beans. (Like the other side we tried, excellent. Rounds out the top three things here). Desert was a shared Tres Leches cake. A suitable conclusion to the night, as it represented our dinner- good, but not great; fine and forgettable. This place has potential. Upgrading the menu to better reflect the ambiance and prices would be a must. Still a decent place to check out- maybe stick to triple rounds of the sides though!

We had a great experience here. We made a reservation, and by the time we left the place was filling up, but we never felt rushed. The food came out at a great pace, and everything was delicious. Drinks were also perfectly balanced and so good! We will be back!

Tokyo Cowboy nails it. The pork belly and rice were excellent- flavorful, tender, and satisfying. The portion seemed small at first, but it filled me up just right. Prices are fair for the quality, and the vibe is relaxed but sharp. The wait staff were attentive and on point without being overbearing. Solid spot all around--I'll definitely be back.

Amazing food and stella service. Right across from our hotel and right at the steps to go down to the riverwalk.

My oldest son turned 34 the other day. He picked Tokyo Cowboy for his birthday dinner followed by drinks downstairs in the tiki bar. We had been to the bar before last Christmas season and had always intended on heading back town to try the restaurant. Time passed and other things came up, so I was really happy when he chose to go there for his birthday. We didn't really know anything about the place, except that it was Asian fusion food. We had all studied the menu in advance and kind of picked out our meals. We didn't realize this is not the kind of place where everyone gets their own meal. Almost everything was meant to be shared. As soon as we learned that, we ordered a long list of items and shared them as they came out to the table at different times. The first thing to come out were the brisket egg rolls. They were amazing. You will have to check the menu to see what all was in them. I know that there were collard greens for one thing. I thought they were very flavorful, but honestly liked my first bite without the ranch dressing best. Next, came the Spam musubi rolls. I passed on them because there were only two. I had tried them in the tiki bar before. My youngest son loves them, so we let him enjoy both of them. The third thing out was the spicy pork belly. I am a pork belly fan. This was amazing. The slices were very uniform and they were all cooked to perfection in a really delicious sauce. Item number four was pretty weird. It was called macaroni and cheese. In actuality it was these gooey pieces of rice dumplings covered in kimchi and bacon. I couldn't keep myself from eating that. It was probably my favorite part of the meal. The fifth thing to come out was a double order of french fries. We got them for my wife, who is not overly enthused by Asian food. I would have rather had the ones with the fish flakes, but fair is fair. She surprised us by trying almost everything. The sixth thing we ordered was also a concession to her. We had the TC double cheeseburger. It came with an amazing dipping sauce that had an egg yolk in it. We were told to mix it all up. I didn't get any of the burger, but I dipped several fries into that sauce. It was out of this world. The last dish to come out was crispy chicken. It was covered with an amazing sauce. It was reminiscent of General Tso's Chicken, but so much more flavorful. There was a ton of it on the plate, and after polishing that off, we no longer felt driven to order anything else but desert. We ordered a piece of pie. This is the description on the menu: YUZU-MERINGUE PIE Tangy yuzu curd topped with fluffy meringue and a gochugaru-graham crumble. Even after eating it, I can't tell you what yuzu, or gochugaru are. All I can say is that it tasted exotic and heavenly. The meringue was absolutely stunning. It was firm but amazingly creamy. I should mention that we had several cocktails. I no longer drink alcohol, so I was pleased with a very nice Japanese non-alcoholic beer. I did take a sip of my wife's cocktail. It tasted like Drambuie to me, except about ten times stronger. The birthday boy had several cocktails including one in a pink buddha looking glass and a juice box full of sake. My youngest son and daughter in law also were not drinking alcohol due to conflicting meds and pregnancy. They enjoyed some nice looking mocktails, though. The service and atmosphere are great. Make sure you are careful when you make your reservation to choose STANDARD SEATING, if you want to be at a table in doors.

We tried to get in for dinner but there was a wait. We easily were able to get brunch reservations for the next day. Service was fantastic! The food was ...okay. I wouldn't go out of my way to come back for brunch but I would like to try dinner. Inside is small but you don't feel crowded!

I was excited to try this place but sadly the food were disappointing. The two stars are for the service and ambiance. Our server was attentive, place was nice and cozy with a nice view of the river. The cornflake waffle with pork belly was just ok. It was supposed to be sweet and savory but the sweet was lacking. The spicy pork belly wassssss salty and I like salty food. Their dumplings have a weird after taste to it. It's like bitter and it's just not good.