3 Michelin-starred modern Korean fine dining. Offers an elegant, creative tasting menu experience, a true standout in NYC.
Will Hartman reviews Jungsik, a Korean fine-dining establishment in Tribeca, noting its elaborate tasting menu and refined banchan. While offering a predictable yet memorable experience, Hartman suggests it's ideal for special occasions.
Jungsik is a celebrated Korean fine-dining restaurant in Tribeca, known for its innovative tasting menus and elegant ambiance. It has earned three Michelin stars, signifying an exceptional culinary experience with meticulously crafted dishes and sophisticated presentations. The restaurant is praised for its creative take on Korean cuisine, offering a memorable dining journey that balances tradition with modern culinary artistry.
Jungsik offers an innovative Korean tasting menu with exceptional creativity in presentation. Dishes like the crispy octopus with gochujang aioli and the refined banchan are highly recommended. While the food is generally lauded, one commenter found the arctic char and galbi less exciting than other offerings, and another noted a minor criticism regarding sauce presentation. The restaurant is also known for its sophisticated approach to traditional Korean flavors.
"The crispy octopus with gochujang aioli, uni bibimbap at the bar, and the refined banchan are frequently highlighted as must-try dishes."
Overwhelmingly positive, with many describing it as one of the best meals of their lives. Customers consistently praise the creative presentation, exceptional food quality, and attentive service, though a few note it can be pricey.
Important Note
The restaurant is considered pricey, with tasting menus potentially exceeding $300 per person before drinks, tax, and tip. One user found the seating to be a bit too close together for a romantic dinner.
"In response to cost concerns, it's pointed out that Jungsik also offers a bar menu, which might be a more affordable option."
Neutral"A commenter notes that Jungsik can be very expensive, costing approximately $450 per person, which might exceed the user's total budget."
Negative"Jungsik, a triple Michelin star Korean restaurant in Tribeca, is recommended for a special meal."
Positive"This commenter states that Jungsik's tasting menu alone, before drinks, tax, and tip, already exceeds $300, making it likely over budget for the original poster."
Negative"The commenter simply suggests Jungsik as a dining option."
Positive"Jungsik is described as a really nice restaurant, with the commenter stating it was one of the best dinners they ever had."
Positive"The author listed Jungsik as a Michelin Star restaurant, noting it has triple Michelin stars and serves Korean cuisine. They also mentioned they have not yet visited Atomix."
Neutral"This is a recommendation for a Michelin-starred Korean restaurant, specifically mentioning Jungsik."
Positive"This commenter suggested Jungsik as an example of excellent Korean fine dining in NYC, noting it falls on the 'French/fusion' side of Korean cuisine."
Positive"The user jokes about 53's clientele and food quality being comparable to a less desirable experience in Miami, agreeing with the original poster's sentiment about Jungsik."
Neutral"The user has visited Jungsik multiple times, both before and after receiving its third star, finding it consistently fantastic and not pretentious."
Positive"The user acknowledges the user's point about the Jungsik price increase, noting it went from $295 to $325, and jokes about inflation."
Neutral"The user clarifies their Jungsik regret stems from missing the lower price point when the restaurant had two stars, not necessarily the current cost."
Neutral"The user is questioning the regret about Jungsik, noting that the price increase was modest and reservations are still accessible."
Neutral"The user regrets not visiting Jungsik before it received its third Michelin star, primarily due to the subsequent price increase."
Neutral"Jungsik is one of the fine dining restaurants the user is currently debating for a solo meal in NYC."
Neutral"The commenter had an amazing experience at Jungsik, even when dining at the bar and ordering the full menu."
Positive"Visiting Jungsik in June, this commenter found the experience outstanding, with service that was significantly friendlier and more welcoming than other high-end NYC restaurants, while still maintaining a high level of professionalism."
Positive"This commenter briefly mentioned Jungsik as a place that delivers on being pricey, elevated, and unique."
Positive"The commenter found the menu at Kochi NYC to be 'mid' and was glad to have confirmation, recommending Jungsik as a place that lives up to the hype for elevated Korean cuisine, based on a past experience."
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