Sophisticated Nordic tasting menus w/ innovative use of ingredients. An elevated, buzzy fine-dining experience.
Experience sophisticated Nordic cuisine at this Michelin-starred Brooklyn gem. Chef Fredrik Berselius and his team masterfully transform local, seasonal ingredients into elegant dishes, even utilizing often-discarded components to create luxurious sauces. Diners can expect an elevated tasting menu, with standout dishes like a decadent creme royale and minimalist venison.
The restaurant offers sophisticated Nordic cuisine with a focus on tasting menus. Diners rave about the innovative use of seasonal ingredients, with particular praise for dishes like creme royale and venison. While most reviews are highly positive, one commenter found the food underwhelming and overly focused on presentation.
"Standout dishes mentioned include a creme royale with lobster, trout roe, and elderflower, and a minimalist New York venison with morel mushrooms."
Customers generally have a very positive experience, praising the innovative food, attentive service, and intimate atmosphere, though a few have noted inconsistencies.
Important Note
One reviewer noted a disappointing third visit after two great ones, leading to hesitation about returning. Another found the food underwhelming and too focused on show over flavor.
"The commenter mentioned Aska as their favorite restaurant."
Positive"Aska is highly recommended, particularly its private room which could seat 10 perfectly. The commenter considers it their favorite restaurant in the city and has returned multiple times."
Positive"The original poster expressed a desire to revisit Aska for a special dinner but is looking for new experiences."
Neutral"This restaurant was recommended as a fine dining option for a date night in NYC."
Positive"Aska was briefly mentioned as a potential dining recommendation."
Neutral"heywhatsuphello29 stated that Aska was their favorite Michelin experience, praising its food and overall offering."
Positive"Aska's tasting menu is noted as being mostly focused on seafood."
Neutral"Recommended as one of the best restaurants in the city, with a high price point."
Positive"Aska is listed as a recommended restaurant for a unique NYC dining experience."
Positive"A user had an amazing experience at Aska for their wife's birthday, praising the food."
Positive"A negative experience at Aska is shared, with the food being described as underwhelming and focused on show rather than flavor, leading to a need for a second dinner. Aquavit is mentioned as a preferred alternative."
Negative"A user booked a table at Aska based on recommendations, indicating it's a popular choice for romantic dinners."
Positive"Aska is listed as a recommendation for a romantic fine dining experience."
Positive"Aska is recommended for dinner, with a suggestion to have drinks at Overstory beforehand as they are in the same building."
Positive"Aska is highly recommended for its dark, intimate atmosphere and incredible food, making it a great choice for a romantic celebration."
Positive"Aska is recommended as a top choice for a romantic and intimate fine dining experience in NYC, with incredible food and service that makes guests feel special."
Positive"A commenter responded with a question, 'aska??', potentially indicating surprise or disagreement with the previous speaker's assessment of Aska as merely 'decent' or 'meh'."
Neutral"A commenter expressed positive anticipation for visiting Aska, indicated by the phrase 'See you soon Aska'."
Positive"A user highly recommends Aska for lunch, stating it's the only tasting menu they'd repeat in NYC. They are also taking their pregnant wife there for a birthday, suggesting it's suitable despite pregnancy restrictions."
Positive"This user preferred Aska over Atomix, indicating a higher regard for its dining experience."
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