Phenomenal chicken yakitori tasting menu; upscale, intimate Japanese dining.
This Japanese eatery offers a unique and intimate dining experience, specializing in a chicken-only yakitori tasting menu. Patrons rave about the phenomenal execution of each dish, showcasing every part of the chicken with exceptional skill. It's lauded as one of the best yakitori experiences in NYC, providing a sophisticated yet fun atmosphere.
The restaurant's standout offering is its chicken-only yakitori tasting menu, which is frequently described as 'phenomenal' and expertly prepared, utilizing every part of the chicken. While most reviews are positive, one diner found the chicken dishes to be 'nothing special' despite solid execution.
"The chicken-only yakitori tasting menu is highly recommended, with particular praise for the expert preparation of all chicken parts."
Customers generally express high satisfaction with the unique chicken yakitori experience, praising the quality and execution, though one review noted service as excellent but dishes not entirely spectacular.
Important Note
One diner reported that the 'cochin' dish has been discontinued due to multiple customer complaints of food poisoning. Another review suggested the food, while solid, wasn't exceptional for a specialist restaurant, and that drinks could significantly increase the total cost.
"Yakitori is mentioned as a dish available at this restaurant."
Neutral"This user listed KONO as a recommendation."
Positive"Kono is recommended as a high-end Yakitori omakase experience, where they serve every part of the chicken, making it a great option for a luxurious meal."
Positive"Kono was simply mentioned as a suggestion."
Neutral"Yakitori Kono is highly recommended for its display of grilling and technique right in front of you, offering amazing food and one of the best experiences of the commenter's life, suitable for special occasions."
Positive"Kono offers an atypical omakase experience, focusing on serving every part of the chicken."
Positive"Kono is recommended, specifically noting its lack of seafood."
Positive"Kono is mentioned as a good option within Chinatown proper."
Positive"While appreciating Family Meal's flexibility, this commenter states Kono offers by far the best experience among the three options."
Positive"This commenter highlights Kono as a chef's counter yakitori place, arguably the best in NYC. They note that most of the cooking isn't visible from the counter, so it's not a showy presentation."
Positive"This commenter recommends Kono and also notes that One White Street had just lost its star."
Positive"This commenter prefers Kono for a special experience, expressing a personal bias as they love yakitori. They view 'farm to table' as a less exciting celebratory meal option."
Positive"Kono is mentioned as a favorite omakase spot in NYC, although it's noted as not being a typical omakase experience."
Positive"Kono was suggested for a Yakitori omakase experience."
Neutral"The commenter suggests Kono as an upscale option for skewers. They also mention cheaper, casual Chinese-style skewer carts in Brooklyn Chinatown or Flushing as an alternative."
Positive"This restaurant is mentioned as one of the best yakitori places in NYC, though the commenter has not personally visited it. It is noted to be around the same price point as other top yakitori options."
Positive"A commenter found Kono to be too 'slick' and felt the food was overly engineered for a potential Michelin star, enjoying the meal but lacking the desire to return."
Neutral"Kono is recommended for its focus on perfectly executed chicken yakitori, noting its contemporary yet cozy ambiance and intimate feel, though drinks could push the total cost over $500."
Positive"The user recommends Kono for yakitori omakase, providing a link to their website."
Positive"This commenter recommended Yakitori Kono, a restaurant without stars that offers a high-end yakitori omakase experience."
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