Michelin-starred Korean skewer tasting menu experience with an open kitchen [1, 2]. Blends Korean heritage w/ fine-dining techniques for refined yet fun dishes [1].
Explore Kochi, a Korean tasting menu experience from Per Se alum chef Sungchul Shim, featuring a nine-course menu inspired by Korean royal court cuisine.
Discover Kochi, a Hell's Kitchen gem helmed by acclaimed chef Sung Shim. This Michelin-starred Korean restaurant offers a unique dining experience with its signature skewer tasting menu.
Kochi, a Michelin-starred Korean restaurant in Hell's Kitchen, offers a unique nine-course tasting menu inspired by Korean royal court cuisine. Chef Sungchul Shim, with experience at Per Se and Le Bernardin, blends traditional Korean flavors with fine-dining techniques. The menu features expertly prepared skewers and dishes like Wagyu with truffle and kimchi, as well as a notable Banana Milk dessert [1, 2].
Kochi is a Korean restaurant renowned for its nine-course tasting menu, which draws inspiration from Korean royal court cuisine [2]. Dishes are often described as refined and fun, with highlights including Wagyu with truffle and kimchi, and a Banana Milk dessert [1, 2]. Some diners have praised skewers and dishes like Abalone & Octopus, while others have felt the food lacked authentic Korean spice or was forgettable [1, 2].
"The restaurant is known for its nine-course tasting menu, featuring Korean-style skewers and dishes like Wagyu with truffle and kimchi. Specific dishes like Abalone & Octopus and a Banana Milk dessert have been highlighted as particularly memorable."
Customers generally have a very positive impression of Kochi, often recommending it for its exciting tasting menu and warm service. Some diners, however, have found the cuisine not to be authentically Korean or have found it forgettable.
Important Note
The restaurant is small, so reservations are recommended. One user noted that the restaurant may not serve authentic Korean food, with another user agreeing it was forgettable.
"The user recommended Kochi for a more fancy dining experience, though it is not one of the cuisines the original poster was looking for."
Neutral"The commenter was not a fan of Kochi when they visited a few years ago, finding it forgettable and lacking memorable bites, though they acknowledge it might have improved since then."
Negative"The commenter agrees that Kochi was forgettable, stating that while the staff was amazing and nice, the food was a bit meh."
Negative"Kochi and Atoboy are considered forgettable, struggling with an identity of fusion and Korean cuisine. The commenter couldn't understand the intended cuisine representation."
Negative"Kochi is described as lovely with a fun atmosphere, and more casual than some other options."
Positive"Found Kochi to be better value than Jungsik, as it is half the price and considered comparable in quality."
Positive"This Michelin-starred restaurant in NYC was identified as potentially offering halal options through a dietary filter on the Michelin Guide website."
Neutral"The commenter thought Kochi was solid for more affordable tasting menus."
Positive"Kochi was suggested as a better alternative to 63 Clinton, with a tasting menu price of $145."
Positive"Domodomo is recalled as fun and good from a visit years ago."
Positive"This user recommended Kochi for its tasting menu, noting that it accommodates shellfish allergies with advance notice and is considered better than Soogil."
Positive"Kochi is recommended for Korean-style skewers. This comment is a direct suggestion in response to the original post seeking meat skewer recommendations."
Positive"This user recommended Kochi as a potential restaurant for a celebration, in response to a request for recommendations."
Positive"Kochi offers the best chef's counter experience, with a unique, almost-too-close kitchen setup."
Positive"This user also liked Kochi more than Oiji Mi and Jua, and has not yet tried Mari."
Positive"This commenter, who is Korean, stated that their parents and they have enjoyed meals at Kochi NYC. They recalled a specific dish, sea bass kochi with gochujang, from a previous visit and suggested Joo-Ok and Oiji Mi as better elevated Korean options at a similar price point now."
Positive"The author felt Kochi NYC did not serve authentic Korean food, citing a lack of spice and traditional ingredients like gochujang. They described the experience as overpriced, under-flavored, and overly hyped, likening it to a confused fusion or French tasting menu with minimal Korean elements."
Negative"This user prefers Mari over both Oiji Mi and Jua, and also recommends Kochi."
Positive"This user suggests Kochi in Hell's Kitchen, stating it is awesome."
Positive"Kochi is recommended for its chill atmosphere and incredible tasting menu, holding a Michelin star. It's also conveniently located near Times Square with good cocktail options nearby."
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