Chic East Village spot blending Korean and American with standout frog legs and duck.
Amber Sutherland-Namako reviews Nudibranch, an East Village restaurant, praising its chic atmosphere and a $75 tasting menu featuring standout dishes like frog legs and mushrooms.
NUDIBRANCH is a chic East Village gem that masterfully blends contemporary American cuisine with vibrant Korean and Asian fusion influences. Diners rave about the intimate atmosphere and the innovative tasting menu, with particular praise for the perfectly fried frog legs and the exceptional mushroom dish. Other highly recommended items include the duck and various seafood options, making it a go-to spot for a memorable dining experience.
NUDIBRANCH offers a contemporary American menu with Korean and Asian fusion influences. Standout dishes include the highly recommended fried frog legs, duck, cod, and crudo. The mushroom dish is also a customer favorite. Some dishes like the soba with uni and shrimp with citron are noted as needing improvement.
"Customers highly recommend the fried frog legs, duck, cod, and crudo. The mushroom dish is also a notable favorite."
Customers generally have a positive experience at NUDIBRANCH, with many highlighting the restaurant as a great option for a date night or a special occasion. The food is frequently praised, particularly the unique flavor combinations and presentation.
Important Note
Some dishes, like the soba with uni and shrimp with citron, were noted as less impressive or needing further enhancement.
"Nudibranch is recommended and is participating in restaurant week."
Positive"The commenter had a fantastic experience at Nudibranch during Restaurant Week on a Saturday."
Positive"Nudibranch is a sleeper hit and recommended, also mentioning their frog legs."
Positive"Nudibranch has a great duck dish served with seaweed rice and blueberry hoisin."
Positive"This user recommends Nudibranch for the casual fine dining request."
Positive"Recommends the cod and crudo dishes at Nudibranch."
Positive"Nudibranch is recommended for its duck, which the commenter states is 'also really good'. This suggests it as another excellent option for duck enthusiasts."
Positive"Recommends Nudibranch for dinner among many overwhelming options. It serves innovative cuisine."
Positive"Nudibranch in the east village has a tasting for $68 with an excellent happy hour with intimate vibes and excellent food."
Positive"Korean fusion"
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