Yakitori Omakase, all parts chicken, intimate, intimate vibe. Phenomenal.
This Japanese restaurant offers a unique yakitori omakase experience, focusing on expertly preparing every part of the chicken. The intimate setting provides a special occasion dining atmosphere, with some guests even noting personal interactions with the chef. While most reviews are highly positive, highlighting phenomenal flavors and techniques, one diner found the dishes solid but not exceptional.
This Japanese restaurant specializes in a chicken-only yakitori tasting menu, preparing every part of the chicken with impressive technique. Many reviews highlight the 'absolutely phenomenal' quality of the dishes. However, one diner found the various chicken dishes to be solid but not particularly special, and a dish called 'cochin' was reportedly discontinued due to food poisoning complaints.
"The chicken-only yakitori tasting menu is highly recommended and praised for its phenomenal preparation of all chicken parts. It's described as a unique and expertly executed culinary experience."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the restaurant's unique chicken yakitori omakase experience, often calling it phenomenal and a top NYC dining spot. While most found the service excellent, one diner felt the chicken dishes were good but not exceptional.
Important Note
One diner found the chicken dishes to be good but not exceptional. There are also reports of a 'cochin' dish being discontinued due to food poisoning concerns.
"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."
Positive"The commenter suggests Kono for those seeking a unique dining experience."
Positive"The user praises Kono as a unique and intimate dining experience, highlighting it as one of their favorite NYC dining experiences even after three years."
Positive"Kono is recommended as an upscale yakitori restaurant that prepares every part of the chicken."
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