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Expensive but a culinary adventure.
Items are paired together in a way you never thought possible. Great dining experience and meant for those wanting to experience food in a different dimension.
Be the first to ReplyDropped by for dinner during a work trip in Manhattan and
Dropped by for dinner during a work trip in Manhattan and was pleasantly surprised how easily it was to secure a reservation here on short notice. The location is a bit hidden, and the entrance is actually to the side, further down from where you "think" it's supposed to be! Since we attended a work happy hour prior to this, we only ordered a few items to share: - katsu sandwich: liked this one the best, the chicken was prepared and cooked to perfection, but I wish the bread was actually toasted - Fluke with habanada: very good, the habanada gave it some sweetness - 2pc cold fried chicken: I thought this was okay. It did taste good, but I wasn't a fan of the temperature (cold) We ordered 2 mocktails, but the names escape me. I recall they were very good though. Friendly service and I appreciated that the setting was more intimate. Looks like this location is closed or will be closing in November :( Definitely more in the affordable side for a Michelin starred restaurant, I enjoyed it enough to consider coming back too, but it's not a must visit though.
Be the first to ReplyA very unique culinary experience.
Food was superb. The experience as a whole is amazing. Michelin star place with great service. The chefs are all young with new ideas. The location is very nice as well.
Be the first to ReplyThe atmosphere at this two star Michelin restaurant located
The atmosphere at this two star Michelin restaurant located in the East Village area of NYC is casual yet artful. Reservations must be made well in advance for this Haute Cuisine Asian influenced dining experience. Celebrity Chef David Chang offers an a la carte and a full tasting menu which we had for $280 each. This 11 course 2 1/2 hour chef observation and creative endeavor while sitting at a counter on bar stools was a unique experience. I would have preferred a full back bar stool for comfort while sitting. We ordered a couple of the specialty drinks $20 each which was affordable compared to the price of the food. I specifically requested the Pescatarian selection. Watching the preparation and presentation was nice but would have liked more of this show. I was served delicious caviar on two different dishes. The lobster dish, tortellini with crab and the tilefish was my favorite. They brought us a separate delicious birthday dessert along with the two other desserts. A souvenir tin with gummy's was given with the check along with a printed menu of the course's. For me a rare, special and memorable time.
Be the first to Replyhate to write this review but tldr; entree's were average,
hate to write this review but tldr; entree's were average, desserts were amazing. expected so much more from a 2 michelin restaurant. was excited to come here since i had a work trip to nyc and decided to go a la carte and order their most classic dishes that were/still are on their tasting menu: cold fried chicken, ko egg, foie gras burger. cold fried chicken with ranch and caviar was okay, but a bit salty. Ko egg just tasted like a boiled egg with onion vinegar soufflé. didn't taste bad but nothing good either. the foie gras burger was so salty i couldn't finish it without chugging water. thankfully, the 2 desserts i got were absolutely amazing. the rice wild ice cream and their japanese cheesecake saved the meal. the rice wild ice cream is made with soy and rice but still sweet and crunchy. the added lime zest also makes it even better. it's a must try. the japanese cheesecake was lowkey one of the best cheesecakes i had. super light and fluffy. imo they need to rework their entree, esp after chef sean gray has left.
Be the first to ReplyThis place is so cool! I had the privilege of dining here
This place is so cool! I had the privilege of dining here while visiting NYC. The vibes are hip, refined, modern, aloof, all the while still providing a michelin star worthy service and food. Think having 2 sets of cutlery at your disposal while Kanye and Kendrick blasts in the background. Definitely the most unique atmosphere I've dined in! The menu is what appears to be a hand-lettered page from a notebook with changing offerings each day. Gotta love the attention to detail! The standout for me was the Hamburger & Foie Gras. The foie gras flavor really dominates this one, which works out for me because I love foie gras! Such a simple combination but I think it works really well, easily the most cravable item on the menu. We also had the Cold Fried Chicken and the Ko Egg. Great items, for me nothing really stood out to me other than them being well executed and exactly as expected! The Skate was also delicious, though unfortunately it took a very long time to come out (around 30min after we finished the previous dishes). There wasn't any word from our waitress about the skate being expected to take a while, and we waited so long that we almost waved someone to check if they've forgotten our skate. Definitely a strange feeling at a michelin star restaurant! I wonder if maybe this was a one-off mistake, or if the skate really just takes extra time. Either way, I think the a la carte experience was still great and worth a try if you are in the area!
Be the first to ReplyWell taken care of at the bar with the always fresh and
Well taken care of at the bar with the always fresh and ever changing menu. Standouts included classics like the egg and cold chicken, seasonal specials like the ice cream with parmesan and white truffle and new friends like the skate. Would recommend 10/10.
Be the first to ReplyReturning to Momofuku Ko, Dave Chang's culinary masterpiece
Returning to Momofuku Ko, Dave Chang's culinary masterpiece now under the skillful direction of Esther Ha, was a delightful déjà vu, reaffirming what makes this restaurant a truly unforgettable dining haven. It's my second time here, and Ko still manages to exude that unique charm that makes it a standout experience in the world of Michelin-starred dining. Yet, Ko isn't merely about the dishes plated before you; it's about the people who craft that experience, transforming a meal into a memory. The heart of Ko lies not just in its kitchen but in the meticulous precision of the cooks, orchestrating each dish's timing flawlessly. The same magic extends to the servers, and in my case, the privilege of being under the impeccable guidance of Simon. What makes Ko particularly exceptional, especially for solo diners like myself, is its immersive ambiance. Here, you aren't merely a patron; you're an active participant in the culinary journey. Every detail, every nuance becomes apparent as you revel in the moment, absorbing the artistry of each dish and the expertise behind every pairing. Dining solo at Ko is akin to a meditative experience, allowing you to fully absorb the intricacies of flavor and technique, fostering a deeper understanding of the culinary world. In this hallowed space, you find yourself not just savoring the food but delving into the story behind each ingredient, appreciating the craft of the drink in your hand, and marveling at the seamless harmony between flavors. Ko becomes a classroom, a theater, and a sanctuary, all at once. I'm certain this won't be my final visit to Ko, but it's an experience I reserve for pivotal moments in life. It's a place where the culinary arts are elevated to a form of storytelling, where each bite narrates a tale of dedication, passion, and expertise. For anyone seeking not just a meal but an unforgettable journey, Ko stands as a beacon, reminding us that exceptional dining is not merely about what's on the plate, but the soulful dedication of those who bring it to life.
Be the first to ReplyExcellent.
But a little difficult to find. If this is your first time. Proceed down the alleyway and it will be on your right. If you are taking Uber, do not go to the preset location but manually enter the address yourself. Apparently Uber has had the wrong address for years and haven't fixed it. This is a solid Michelin calibre meal. Staff was friendly, professional and engaging. Food was what you would expect from a place of this calibre. Stand out was the fish dish with a heavenly crispy skin. Wagyu was excellent as well. Will be back.
Be the first to ReplyDavid Chang, my fellow Korean and culinary idol, holds a
David Chang, my fellow Korean and culinary idol, holds a special place in my heart as a chef. Therefore, it pains me to leave this review. I have cherished dining experiences at his Majordomo in LA, as well as at Ssam Bar and Momofuku in NYC and Toronto. My husband and I had been eagerly anticipating this dinner, which was meant to be the highlight of our trip. Instead we were very disappointed in our dinner ESPECIALLY when the total came to $1700 plus tip. Frankly, for such a price, I would have preferred to invest in a pair of Manolo boots, which would have brought me greater joy! Regardless, there were 5 of us dining and we got what we got, because it's a prix fixe menu. We ate the following: *panisse - crème fraiche pickled onion - pepper confit The chickpea fritters were underwhelming to say the least. Flavorless, flat, and dull texture. *cold fried chicken - ranch, caviar I don't get this. Cold chicken or a day-old-chicken, as they have explained, does not work for me. I get it that caviar is cold and they put a generous serving of caviar (not a very high quality caviar imo) on it so you'd think it works, but had he put a very crispy chicken skin freshly fried and then served with caviar, it would've worked much better. Because fried chicken and caviar really works. *mackerel - tallow, hazelnut Michelin 2 stars and this plating? Come on! What is this? Lack of creativity and esthetics...mackerel was just ok. *sea urchin - chickpea purée Uni and purée just doesn't work. Mushy + mushy? NO. *tortellini - crab, chili Tortellini filled with crab. It was just ok. *beef - béarnaise, onion soufflé I don't think this beef is aged for 45 days. The texture and the flavoring was just that of a regular grass-fed beef. Nothing mind-blowing. The onion soufflé was pretty good, but it didn't quite go with the beef. *tilefish - potato, saffron The fish skin was quite crispy and the fish overall was well executed, but the saffron with tile fish just didn't work for me. *pork - pineapple, rye OK, again with the plating. Need to work on the plating! Moreover, there were different parts of the pork SEPARATED for what? The crispy skin, fatty belly, then the dry meat was all separate and far away from each other that we had to cut a little of each to eat together in one bite. Why didn't the server tell me to do that in the first place so I don't have to bite into an unpleasant dry pork?? Is this trying to be creative? NO *green tomato Green tomato with some yogurt called a palate cleanser? I really don't know what that was about. *wild rice ice cream - combo, lime OK, this was the BEST thing out of the whole dinner!! All 5 of us exclaimed, finally! Something palatable and good! I totally get this dish! This is what you call a "tigak" in Korean. Thick seaweed fried to crispy then drizzled with sugar and eaten as a side dish or as a treat. I ate this growing up in Korea and this brought back some memories of childhood. Crispy bits of rice tasted like tigak served on top of ice cream was delicious! But again...I don't get the smear on plating. Sigh~ *bakewell - tomato, juniper Tomato tarte for a dessert. Different, but good. The place feels like they gave up and are tired. It feels like Momofuku wants to go big and make money on their instant ramen business and they just let go of this restaurant. Also the music at this place was blaring the whole time and we could not hear what the servers were saying! The playlist was mostly 80s and 90s music which felt like maybe they were David's fav lists? Which I didn't mind the music at all, but the volume was too loud. Overall, we were very disappointed. It was the last dinner for us in New York before leaving and a family get together and spent a fortune on, which we don't mind if the food was mind-blowing, but it was very underwhelming and the flavor profile was way off. Only good thing was the dessert and the service. Service was stellar! But two stars for this place? If it were up to me, this place is a bib gourmand at best.
Be the first to ReplyMy wife and I were so bummed leaving here tonight and I am
My wife and I were so bummed leaving here tonight and I am honestly pretty reluctant even writing this. My wife and I are intense foodies and admittedly had sky high expectations for Ko knowing of its history, head chef and founder. I'll try to keep our experience as concise as possible but there's a lot going on here.First up, we weren't offered pairings with the tasting menu so we had to order al la carte which bit me hard. I ordered a bitter drink into a bitter urchin dish. My mistake but there was no way of knowing. When the dishes worked they really worked. The scallop, cold friend chicken, and foie gras were all great but relying heavily on a signature ingredient (caviar, foie gras) which feel like a crutch and hard to not deliver on. For the more subtle dishes, the scallop with mushroom was amazing, the hiramasa was unique and delicious. The rest of the menu wasn't great. The dishes were either lacking balance or downright bland. The lamb was lackluster, the mustard dip even more so. Maybe I'm the problem, I genuinely don't know. It just didn't do it for us tonight and looking around the main dining room it seemed we were in similar company. The overarching issue that I think detracted so much from the experience was the lack of drink pairings, the super short descriptions of the dishes with no real context, and by far the few (they know who they are) hands on deck that were standing idle in front of customers more frequently than helping out their kitchen. It was super distracting and just came off really unprofessional in a kitchen they maintains two stars. We also had not seen the Front of House manager once until we had finally asked for the check early because we just wanted to get out of there. We did have a super nice staff member approach us and hear me out. We were having a good conversation when the FoH manager approached and with a very defensive tone asked if everything was fine. We tried continuing our conversation with the initial staff member but she had made it pretty clear she wanted us talking to her and not him. It didn't come off and genuine at all from her. That really sealed it for us. I understand the current head chef is on PTO and maybe we just caught the restaurant at the wrong time, and maybe my expectations were way overboard, but it's hard to believe that this much went so wrong at a restaurant of this renown and caliber. There are obviously gems within the kitchen but the resounding "vibe" was that there wasn't a clear leader keeping things moving at pace nor a FoH manager ensuring that customers were having a good time and getting what they needed. We were only in town for three days and this was a bucket list item for us. To have this experience just sucked plain and simple. I hope it's a one off and they others had a good time. Perhaps we'll try again next time we are in town.
Be the first to ReplyThe hamburger with foie gras was quite possibly one of the
The hamburger with foie gras was quite possibly one of the best things I've ever eaten. Anywhere!!! Only thing I thought after eating it was...time for round two! Cold fried chicken was great. Only thing I didn't particularly care for was the chicken fried steak. If you get it, eat the red part. If you eat the white part (fat/gristle), you will be sorry. We were in the bar area and I don't know what people are bitching about there. It was great.Service was very good. Our guy was on top of things and kept it all coming! He probably could have explained things a little better but he did say order off the menu, we did and were extremely pleased. My experience here really makes me want to come back and try the large tasting menu in the main dining room. This is some really inventive food in a cool setting and someplace I'd definitely come back to.
Be the first to ReplyThis is my favorite restaurant in NYC hands down! I have
This is my favorite restaurant in NYC hands down! I have never had better food in my life. I highly recommend sitting at the counter and having the tasting menu. You will not be disappointed! I didn't take any photos here but 10/10 would recommend! Watching the chefs prepare and cook the food was a great experience. The staff was incredibly friendly and gave great wine recommendations!
Be the first to ReplyFood was incredible and innovative.
Cold fried chicken with caviar was shockingly good.
Be the first to ReplyGreat experience with the full tasting menu.
It started ok but the dishes kept elevating in complexity. Fried chicken with caviar that tasted like a lobster stir fried, Sweet potato soup that's like an Asian fusion take on tortilla soup, aged sirloin was a highlight, sea bass was my favorite- light and subtle, final main course of duck is also well prepared. Overall a fun experience. Also, I was worried about all the grill smoke will get into my clothes but we were fine.
Be the first to ReplyBeyond amazed by this meal.
We had the full tasting - and to be quite honest it was entirely worth it. The experience is genuinely fun, and somehow served extremely elevated plates in a way that made it feel accessible, and light-hearted. The service was fantastic. We sat at the long table surrounding the kitchen - watching the chef's make the most delicious bites. They were welcoming and shared laughs with us during the process. Definitely the most unique and down to earth fine dining experience (for a pair of your average 30 year olds in NYC). Every single course/bite was absolutely delicious. The sommelier was gracious and explained everything super well. The pandan rum punch was one of my favorite cocktails probably ever. Needless to say - everythjng we ate was absolutely amazing. They even brought out an adorable little birthday dessert and card for my fiancé, definitely unexpected at a spot like this but super cute and we appreciated the kindness and extra effort :) We will definitely be back!
Be the first to ReplyStill on cloud 9 from last night's Tasting menu.
Everything about the experience was amazing from the staff to the chefs and the delicious foods all made an everlasting memory. I went to celebrate my partner's 40th Birthday and Ko did not disappoint. we were seated very quickly and as soon as we were seated we were quickly serviced each staff welcomed us as if we were apart of the family and I loved that. The menu consists of 10 perfectly coursed out dishes starting with smaller dishes working it's way to larger portions and ending with dessert, trust me when I say you will leave fully satisfied, I was honestly surprised at how full I left. I couldn't honestly pick a star dish because everything was great not one dish I found disappointing but I can say the foie gras burger was out of this world it's not included in the tasting menu but I asked the staff ahead of time and they worked it into the tasting perfectly.We Opted to have our tasting with the wine pairing and each glass paired so well with each dish It was mind blowing ,it's definitely worth the add. I made reservations for the main bar and that seating was the best spot in the house to sit back and watch what may look like chaos to some but art to me each chef crafting beautiful dishes with such passion that was definitely tasted in each dish. The pricing of the tasting menu was a pretty good penny but totally worth it, the experience alone will give you chills ,they made my partners 40th one to remember with a personalized note and a dessert with a candle to end the night. Do make reservations before hand and Try that BURGER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Be the first to ReplyThis has been on my bucket list for the longest time.
It was only appropriate we visit while visiting NYC! We were a bit late for our reservation because Uber apparently has the wrong address. If you are taking Uber.. Something to note, manually type in the address instead of searching the name in Uber. The staff was able to text us and let us know to take our time and it happens often. They were very understanding and accommodated us.It was an incredible meal. We booked last minute and was only able to land an ala carte reservation but it was perfect. We were greeted with a personal and signed bday card for me! Every night their menu is different and we were presented with a bullet style journal of their offerings for the evening. We forgot to photograph a lot of their food and that's how you know they made delicious plates! We ordered the following:- Hamburger w/ foie gras - ko egg w/ caviar- cold fried chicken "deluxe" with caviar + ranch (this was my fav. Great flavor pairing)- striploinWe loved every item. We left super stuffed and no room for dessert. They sent us home for my birthday with a Japanese cheesecake. Loved our experience!
Be the first to ReplyGood quality and service.
Some of the great menu items are still there. Some of the special magic is gone however from this restaurant.
Be the first to ReplyThis was such an incredible meal!! The ambiance, food,
This was such an incredible meal!! The ambiance, food, service, drinks were all perfect. We made a reservation ahead of time and sat on the side where they let you order a la carte. The menus are so cute! They're handwritten in a notebook and you can see the past days since they write it new every day. We got 2 appetizers, the cold fried chicken and 2 other plates for a meal with 2 people. We accidentally ordered a massive bucket of fried chicken (didn't realize the drumsticks were full sized, not wings), but it was so yummy and served cold so we took it home. The truffle potatoes were on the salty side, but so addicting. The wagyu burger melted in your mouth. The butternut squash ravioli roll was flavored so well.
Be the first to ReplyAmbiance: sleek and modern industrial.
I liked how they showcased the dry-aging meats near the dining area. Loved the omakase style set up despite it not being omakase (like a mix of omakase, open kitchen, and hibachi set up). Servers and chefs were all really nice, attentive, and informative. They also gave out little tins of gummies to take home (which were also super yummy) Food highlights/lowlights:Cold Fried Chicken with Sturgeon Caviar [5/5]: loved this one. I love cold fried chicken haha and this was an elevated version of that (plus cold hard evidence that cold fried chicken IS in fact delicious despite all the **** i get from my friends that I'm a heathen). Really strong and bold flavors, a little on the salty side. Caviar added a nice creaminess to the chicken. Perilla Leaf Sorbet [5/5]: super clean and refreshing, a very interesting flavor profile. It was perilla leaf with something else but i forget what it was... never the less really enjoyable, have never tasted something like this before, and in case you were wondering, it's the super bright green dish in my photos.Cod with broken rice [3.5/5]: this one was ok. The cod was really tender, the rice was good (like a porridge) - just wasn't a huge fan of the flavors they used (reminded me of mcdonald's fish filet lol which i'm not a fan of) The chef asked us how we liked it as they just added it onto the menu and were experimenting with the dish. We honestly told him that we weren't a huge fan of the cod - compared to the other courses, was not a stunner. Overall, a decent enjoyable experience. I do think it is over priced for the food - I've been to many other 1 and 2 star michelin places that blew me away with presentation, flavors, and concepts. This one fell a bit short.
Be the first to ReplyMeal was average - you're definitely overpaying for small
Meal was average - you're definitely overpaying for small portions, but given its a Michelin star restaurant, it is what it is. Honestly no real qualms other than the fact that the restaurant was blasting metal Beck music. Please change your playlist - I will not come back.
Be the first to ReplyJust ok tbh.
Did the full tasting menu - best dish was the 1st one but all the others were just eh, nothing special. Fish had fishy taste. Was still hungry when the courses were done. The gift bag they sent me home with had the nastiest candy, I couldn't even eat it sorry. Won't be coming here again.
Be the first to ReplyHonestly, the best I ever had from start to finish! Not one
Honestly, the best I ever had from start to finish! Not one dish was bad. Wore the receipt like a scarf but worth it! Every drink to apps to mains to dessert! YUM
Be the first to ReplyMixed feelings.
The staff were friendly and casual, helpful with explaining the dishes. The waitress was great. Ate the bar menu this time, so not the tasting. Cold fried chicken was great - nice crunchy texture but actually less strongly flavored than I expected?Bread and cultured butter were excellent. IMO always an important sign that if they have bread, it's a really good bread. The Ko egg was underwhelming. Not a fan of the onion base and too salty for me, and the flavors felt a bit confusing to me but I know it's one if their signature dishes so I'm in the minority.Hake and egg yolk rice was ok. Honestly just way too salty. Somehow the pecan pie for dessert was also WAY too salty. Like I get salt flakes on dessert but this was like a whole dusting in parts of the pie slice, and also tasted like it was in the filling? Or maybe just do much on top that I couldn't taste anything else. Since I didn't like the hake, they didn't charge for the dessert, which was a nice gesture.
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