Creative Korean-American fusion w/ inventive tapas & a fun vibe. A unique culinary collision that's great for groups.
This Korean-American fusion spot offers a creative and unique culinary experience with its tapas-style dishes. The intimate setting and warm staff contribute to a communal and friendly vibe, making it a fun place for a lively dinner or date night. While many dishes are praised for their bold flavors and inventive combinations, some find the menu hits and misses.
The cuisine is a creative Korean-American fusion, presented in tapas-style dishes. Standout items include the 'Seoul'sbury steak' and shrimp toast rolls. Some diners found the food good but not consistently exceptional, with one commenter highlighting the Oxbone Cream Pasta as the sole good dish and noting small portions for the price. Others have found it to be a fun and solid option, with one specific mention of the Mushroom Bibimbap.
"The 'Seoul'sbury steak' is a standout dish, as is the Mushroom Bibimbap. The Oxbone Cream Pasta is also mentioned as a good option, though other dishes have received mixed reviews."
Customer sentiment is mixed, with many praising the creative fusion dishes and lively atmosphere, while some express disappointment with the overall value and a lack of standout dishes beyond a few specific items.
Important Note
Some diners found the food to be good but not exceptional, with issues concerning portion size and value for money, while others had a very positive experience.
"This user listed 'C as in Charlie' as a recommended Korean restaurant."
Neutral"This restaurant was recommended as a similar option for Asian fusion food and vibes in NYC."
Neutral"The Seoulsbury Steak at C as in Charlie is a dish that this commenter would return for."
Positive"This user recommended C as in Charlie."
Neutral"As a Korean, the user found C as in Charlie to be a better dining option compared to Nowon, which they considered overpriced and only "okay.""
Positive"A user expresses intent to try C as in Charlie, listing it alongside other incredible Asian fusion restaurants, implying it is highly recommended."
Neutral"A user confirms that the bathroom at C as in Charlie caught them by surprise and was a very cool experience."
Positive"A user liked C as in Charlie and specifically noted that they have a cool bathroom."
Positive"C as in Charlie is listed as one of several fun fusion restaurants."
Positive"The commenter suggests that C as in Charlie offers enough value for the given budget to eat the entire menu and still afford several bottles of sake."
Positive"C as in Charlie was suggested as a date night spot in response to a user looking for alternatives to a booked restaurant in NYC."
Neutral"This user recommends C as in Charlie as a restaurant option."
Positive"The author mentioned 'C as in Charlie,' located in the Lower East Side, as a restaurant previously launched by the same team behind Kisa. They vouched for the great quality of its food based on past experiences and expressed an intention to revisit and review it."
Positive"The commenter deems a significant portion of the OP's restaurant list, including C as in Charlie, as average or overpriced, while liking a few high-end spots."
Negative"In response to why C as in Charlie should be skipped, the commenter states only the Oxbone Cream Pasta is good, with other dishes being subpar and portions small, making it not worth it for a fusion tapas experience."
Negative"The commenter strongly advises skipping C as in Charlie."
Negative"The commenter suggests that C as in Charlie, 8282, Hatsuhana, and 886 could be lower priority, while expressing strong positive opinions for Cho Dang Gol and Mountain House."
Neutral"Includes C as in Charlie in a list of general recommendations for the East Village. It's a Korean restaurant."
Positive"The Mushroom Bibimbap is good."
Positive"According to the commenter, C as in Charlie is considered much better than Thursday Kitchen."
Positive
