Korean-Chinese fusion w/ innovative dumplings, Peking duck & cumin pork ribs.
Experience a unique Korean-Chinese fusion at this establishment, helmed by Chef Segeun Song. The menu features a tempting array of noodle and rice dishes, including a must-try Peking black duck (reservations recommended). Other highlights include beef tangsuyuk, cumin pork back ribs, and innovative dumplings like pork and Thai chili soup dumplings with caviar.
This restaurant offers a Korean-Chinese fusion menu. While some diners rave about the seafood jjamppong and jajjagmyeon, noting improvements in the latter, others have been disappointed with the Peking duck, citing issues with crispiness and flavor. The tangsuyuk has also received mixed feedback, initially described as too sweet but with later reports of improvement.
"Recommended dishes include the Peking black duck (reserve in advance), beef tangsuyuk, cumin pork back ribs, and innovative dumplings such as the pork and Thai chili soup dumplings with caviar. Seafood jjamppong and jajjagmyeon are also frequently mentioned."
Customers have mixed reviews, with some praising the seafood jjamppong and jajjagmyeon, while others found the Peking duck and tangsuyuk to be less successful.
Important Note
The Peking duck should ideally be reserved in advance. Some reviews suggest the tangsuyuk can be very sweet and the jjajangmyeon noodles might not be traditional.
"The commenter mentioned that Octo's tangsuyook has improved since opening and that their jjajangmyun is now better."
Positive"Based on their experience on opening day, this commenter found Octo's sweet and sour pork to be very sweet, and also noted that their jjajangmyeon has since improved."
Negative"This user clarified that Octo's noodles are definitely not rice noodles, responding to a prior comment."
Neutral"The user described Octo's noodles as very thin and similar to rice noodles, contrasting with traditional jjajangmyeon noodles."
Negative"The commenter criticized Octo's jjajangmyeon for being too sweet and using the wrong type of noodles, directly contradicting an earlier positive mention."
Negative"This user stated that Octo has a nicer ambiance compared to Hyo Dong Gak but felt Hyo Dong Gak's jjajangmyeon, jjampong, and tangsuyuk were still superior."
Neutral"This user initially recommended Octo for its jjajangmyeon, but faced a strong rebuttal regarding the dish's quality and noodle type."
Negative"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."
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