Elevated Northern Mexican w/ seafood focus. Michelin-starred inovation, standout sourdough tortillas & creative dishes.
Nestled in Manhattan, this Mexican restaurant offers an elevated and soulful dining experience, earning a Michelin star within its first year. The cuisine, inspired by Northern Mexican flavors with a focus on seafood, presents bold and original dishes that have garnered significant attention. While many praise the innovative approach and quality, some feedback suggests a divergence from traditional Mexican expectations, with a particular emphasis on the unique sourdough tortillas and creative use of ingredients.
This Mexican restaurant, with Northern Mexican and seafood influences, offers an elevated dining experience. Standout items include their unique sourdough tortillas and creative dishes. While many find the flavors bold and original, some diners feel it deviates from traditional Mexican cuisine. The tasting menu receives varied opinions, with some finding it exceptional and others disappointing.
"The sourdough tortillas, particularly when served with Recado Negro Butter, are frequently mentioned as a standout. Other dishes that have received positive mentions include the fish taco, duck mole, and various seafood options."
Customer feedback is mixed, with many praising the innovative Northern Mexican cuisine and Michelin-starred experience, while others found the service subpar or the food not aligned with traditional Mexican expectations.
Important Note
Some diners have reported experiencing terrible service. There are differing opinions on whether the food is authentically Mexican, with some finding it more akin to French-inspired Mexican cuisine. The tasting menu has received mixed reviews, with some finding it disappointing or not worth the price compared to a la carte options.
"Corima was mentioned as a restaurant option located in the city."
Positive"Corima was underwhelming, with surprisingly muted flavors for a Mexican tasting menu."
Negative"Corima was a letdown for the commenter, specifically mentioning the chefs table tasting in September as not worth it."
Negative"The commenter had a great time at Corima, appreciating the originality, labor-intensive dishes, clear point of view, staff, beverage pairings, and vibe."
Positive"The commenter recommends Corima, particularly for a bar seat."
Positive"Corima is considered the best restaurant at its price point, with some dishes being misses but overall a fantastic experience."
Positive"Corima was not a memorable birthday dinner experience, with moments of brilliance but an overall feeling that the experience was designed to check boxes rather than offer something unique."
Neutral"This commenter reported horrible service at Corima and would never recommend it."
Negative"Corima is described as good but not amazing. The commenter suggests Oxomoco as a slightly better alternative at a similar price point."
Neutral"The commenter found Corima to be forgettable and would not recommend it, questioning how it received a Michelin star."
Negative"The commenter had a horrible meal at Corima and consequently never recommends it."
Negative"The commenter did not care for Corima."
Negative"This user also liked Corima, finding it cerebral, creative, precise, and enjoying the vibe and people."
Positive"The commenter recently dined at Corima and found the tasting menu to be enjoyable. This recommendation is in response to a query about a nice restaurant with a $300 budget."
Positive"The user acknowledges Corima as a great recommendation and expresses thanks."
Positive"Corima is again suggested as a tasting menu option alongside 63 Clinton, with a personal vote for Corima."
Positive"Corima is recommended as a tasting menu option for an elevated dining experience."
Positive"Corima was described as really good, with a fun tasting menu experience. Highlights included abalone, a magical sourdough tortilla with brown butter, a blood pudding taco, and an incredible passionfruit marshmallow dessert. Some dishes were just okay."
Positive"This user asked for details about the experience at Corima."
Neutral"Corima was rated 8/10. The user enjoyed the tasting menu experience, appreciating the staff's willingness to answer questions, though it wasn't their favorite Michelin star restaurant."
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