The food was wonderfully flavorful and varied in its spicing and textures. Lovely service. Highly recommend. (We got the combo platter which is a 4-item sampler). All plant-based (except Sundays). Largely Ghanaian menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jordan DesRosiers
Very clean and warm-atmospheres restaurant. Friendly hosts and wildly tasty food!! Get the 4-piece sampler - it’s worth it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Emma AG
Walking into Asempe was immediately walking into a warm inviting atmosphere. The menu was short and sweet with only the necessities, I was grateful to not have analysis paralysis like I'd feel from a 6 page menu! The inside felt bright and cozy in the autumn evening and the outside seating was romantic next to little garden beds under string lights. The enjoyment of the guests seated around me was palpable. The food was hearty and delicious. I daresay it tasted prepared with love. The owner and team was so gracious and generous I left feeling nourished in body and spirit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Laura Colban
Amazing food. Truly wonderful! May be too spicy for some.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Parth Singh
Nice experience amazing food, a little expensive. But amazing combos highly recommend...
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Galen Smyth
I got to meet Kuukua for the first time and had a great experience here. I suggest the Red Red. It tasted so good! Thank you for the great time, good music and amazing food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Anoush Najarian
Thank you for so many beautiful meals! Love love all the flavorful Ghanaian vegan dishes. Wonderful atmosphere: welcoming whether I stop by myself, with my kids, or with friends. Love seeing the lively gatherings around the community table. Thank you for your leadership 👑
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
laceyl572
I went with a friend who was a former peace corps volunteer in Ghana. We both loved this place! From the food, to the service, and the atmosphere, it was great experience. Will definitely be back soon.
Ralf Leidner
We initially had red red from Asempe from the farmers market this summer on a visit and wanted to get to the restaurant, but didn’t have time that visit. We were in the area again and arranged for a cooking class to make red red at Asempe which was wonderful- Chef Kuukua is so warm and welcoming, we had an amazing time cooking and enjoying some red red together! Such flavorful plant based food! It was great to connect and learn about each other, and if you are in Ithaca you should absolutely make a point to get here for an amazing meal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kyle Gregory
Amazing, genuine Ghanaian food! Clean, friendly service, great atmosphere.
I first experienced this delicious food at the farmers market. From then on, we were hooked. When the restaurant opened, we were thrilled to be able to have this at anytime! But I was even more excited when we were able to host our 10 year wedding anniversary dinner there. The food was outstanding and the hospitality was incredible! I swear that you can taste the love in this food. It made our event just that much more special. The peanut stew (she says drooling) is my favorite!!
Logan Garber
The food here is very unique and very well made. The staff are very friendly and nice. The atmosphere for both inside and outdoor seating is very warm and communal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alison Levy
Had the sampler and could not pick a favorite, they were all scrumptious, perfect flavors. I had to take home extra plantains and saffron rice. Can't wait to return!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Teresa Hubbell
The combo plate is a must! Vegetarian, flavorful food.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Haley
Great food, friendly atmosphere, peaceful location for downtown, can’t go wrong here!
The food was wonderfully flavorful and varied in its spicing and textures. Lovely service. Highly recommend. (We got the combo platter which is a 4-item sampler). All plant-based (except Sundays). Largely Ghanaian menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very clean and warm-atmospheres restaurant. Friendly hosts and wildly tasty food!! Get the 4-piece sampler - it’s worth it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Walking into Asempe was immediately walking into a warm inviting atmosphere. The menu was short and sweet with only the necessities, I was grateful to not have analysis paralysis like I'd feel from a 6 page menu! The inside felt bright and cozy in the autumn evening and the outside seating was romantic next to little garden beds under string lights. The enjoyment of the guests seated around me was palpable. The food was hearty and delicious. I daresay it tasted prepared with love. The owner and team was so gracious and generous I left feeling nourished in body and spirit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing food. Truly wonderful! May be too spicy for some.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice experience amazing food, a little expensive. But amazing combos highly recommend...
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
I got to meet Kuukua for the first time and had a great experience here. I suggest the Red Red. It tasted so good! Thank you for the great time, good music and amazing food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Thank you for so many beautiful meals! Love love all the flavorful Ghanaian vegan dishes. Wonderful atmosphere: welcoming whether I stop by myself, with my kids, or with friends. Love seeing the lively gatherings around the community table. Thank you for your leadership 👑
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I went with a friend who was a former peace corps volunteer in Ghana. We both loved this place! From the food, to the service, and the atmosphere, it was great experience. Will definitely be back soon.
We initially had red red from Asempe from the farmers market this summer on a visit and wanted to get to the restaurant, but didn’t have time that visit. We were in the area again and arranged for a cooking class to make red red at Asempe which was wonderful- Chef Kuukua is so warm and welcoming, we had an amazing time cooking and enjoying some red red together! Such flavorful plant based food! It was great to connect and learn about each other, and if you are in Ithaca you should absolutely make a point to get here for an amazing meal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing, genuine Ghanaian food! Clean, friendly service, great atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
I first experienced this delicious food at the farmers market. From then on, we were hooked. When the restaurant opened, we were thrilled to be able to have this at anytime! But I was even more excited when we were able to host our 10 year wedding anniversary dinner there. The food was outstanding and the hospitality was incredible! I swear that you can taste the love in this food. It made our event just that much more special. The peanut stew (she says drooling) is my favorite!!
The food here is very unique and very well made. The staff are very friendly and nice. The atmosphere for both inside and outdoor seating is very warm and communal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had the sampler and could not pick a favorite, they were all scrumptious, perfect flavors. I had to take home extra plantains and saffron rice. Can't wait to return!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The combo plate is a must! Vegetarian, flavorful food.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food, friendly atmosphere, peaceful location for downtown, can’t go wrong here!
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