Korean-Chinese fusion w/ unique dumplings & must-try Peking duck. Standout jjamppong & tangsuyuk.
This Korean-Chinese fusion spot, helmed by Chef Segeun Song, offers a compelling take on classic dishes. From the intriguing soup dumplings with caviar to the highly recommended Peking black duck (with advance reservation), the menu is packed with unique flavors. It's also noted for its standout seafood jjamppong and a family-style tangsuyuk that impresses.
This restaurant offers a Korean-Chinese fusion menu. While some diners rave about the seafood jjamppong and seafood jajangmyeon, calling them standouts, others were disappointed with the Peking duck, finding the skin not crispy and the meat lacking flavor. The tangsuyuk is noted as a family-style portion that is generally well-received.
"Dishes that are highly recommended include the Peking black duck (requires advance reservation), seafood jjamppong, seafood jajangmyeon, and the family-style tangsuyuk."
Customers generally have a positive view, with specific praise for dishes like seafood jjamppong and seafood jajangmyeon, though some have found the Peking duck to be a disappointment.
Important Note
The Peking duck is recommended to be reserved in advance.
"The user recommended Octo in response to a query about Jjajangmyeon."
Neutral"Responding to a query about portion size and price, the user clarified that Octo's Tangsuyuk is family-style and comes in a large quantity. They also mentioned it's a 'fancier' spot with a price of $28 for the family portion, and an individual portion is available as part of a set for around $23."
Positive"Octo was suggested as a place serving Korean-style Tangsuyuk, specifically mentioning they might only offer a pork version. The user also provided details on portion size and pricing, noting it's a family-style portion and a pricier option."
Positive"This commenter recommends Octo, specifically mentioning their seafood jajangmyeon for two, and considers it the best option in the city."
Positive"The author states that Octo is the best option in Manhattan for Korean Chinese cuisine."
Positive"This user confirmed their positive experience with Octo's jjamppong, calling it their go-to option in the city."
Positive"This user was pleasantly surprised by Octo's jjamppong, finding it to be superior to typical offerings in NYC."
Positive"This user recommended Octo in Koreatown for its seafood jjamppong, stating it is comparable in price and quality to other options."
Positive"This user listed Octo, describing it as Korean/Chinese fusion."
Neutral"This user simply mentioned Octo in response to a query about jjamppong."
Neutral"Octo is on the commenter's short list of places to visit."
Positive"It was a mistake to expect a Peking duck experience from Octo, a Korean-Chinese fusion place. It was a duck dish, but not what the author was looking for."
Negative"The skin wasn't crispy and the duck meat wasn't very flavorful at Octo."
Negative"Octo is another Peking duck option."
Neutral
