Hidden gem with addictive corn ribs and exceptional katsu. A tranquil oasis for Japanese izakaya.
Discover a hidden gem in Chelsea's alleyways, offering a tranquil Japanese dining experience reminiscent of a Zen garden. This spot is celebrated for its inventive izakaya-style dishes, including the highly addictive corn ribs and expertly prepared katsu. Pair your meal with unique options like mazemen noodles or truffle rice for a truly memorable culinary adventure.
This Japanese eatery offers a flavorful and unique dining experience, with standout dishes like the addictive corn ribs, tenderloin katsu, and mazemen noodles. While the corn ribs are a must-try, some find the katsu to be a bit lean compared to other establishments.
"Highly recommended dishes include the addictive corn ribs, tsukemen, and both pork and ebi katsu. The mazemen noodles, truffle rice, and butter scallops are also praised."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the restaurant, highlighting its delicious and unique Japanese cuisine. While most dishes receive high marks, particularly the katsu and corn ribs, there's a minor note about the katsu being potentially too lean.
Important Note
One user found the katsu to be a bit lean compared to another establishment.
"Konban is suggested."
Neutral"Konban was listed as a place to get dishes with a good crunch."
Neutral"The user recommended Konban for its tonkatsu, stating it has a great crunch."
Positive"konban is listed as a restaurant suggestion."
Neutral"Konban is mentioned as a pretty good option located a couple blocks east of the Highline."
Positive"Recommends Konban for excellent katsu, noting its location near 14th St station, a bit further from Penn but accessible by subway."
Positive"Recommended, but noted as not very close to FIT."
Positive"Finds the katsu at Konban too lean compared to Katsu Hama."
Negative"Believes Konban's katsu (both pork and ebi) is better than Katsu-Hama's."
Positive"Has been craving Konban's corn ribs for weeks."
Positive"Was initially hesitant about Konban but visited recently and was blown away by the delicious spot and great flavors. Highly suggests the corn and tsukemen, in addition to the ebi katsu."
Positive"User lists Konban as one of their favorite Asian spots in NYC."
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