Michelin-starred Northern Mexican & seafood. Known for its incredible sourdough tortillas & innovative dishes. A soulful, elevated dining experience.
Corima offers a unique and exciting take on Northern Mexican cuisine, with a strong emphasis on seafood. Celebrated for its Michelin star, the restaurant presents bold and original flavors, particularly highlighted by its exceptional sourdough tortillas made with Sonoran wheat and chicken fat. The tasting menu and a la carte options provide memorable dishes, complemented by a selection of Mexican spirits and natural wines.
Corima offers a refined Northern Mexican and seafood-focused menu, earning a Michelin star for its innovative approach. While many praise the bold flavors and standout dishes like the sourdough tortillas and various seafood preparations, some reviews suggest inconsistency. A common point of discussion is the preference for the a la carte menu over the tasting menu, with some diners finding the latter to be underwhelming or a 'miss'. Conversely, others rave about the tasting menu and specific dishes like the duck mole, calf brain taco, and a memorable passionfruit marshmallow dessert.
"Standout dishes frequently mentioned include the sourdough tortillas, often paired with Recado Negro Butter, and various seafood preparations. The duck mole and calf brain taco have also been highlighted as memorable items."
Customer feedback is mixed, with many praising the unique flavors, particularly the sourdough tortillas and seafood, and the overall elevated dining experience. However, a significant portion of reviews mention inconsistent service, with some experiencing what they describe as 'awful' or 'terrible' service, and others finding the tasting menu underwhelming compared to a la carte options.
Important Note
Some diners have reported significant issues with service consistency, describing it as 'awful'. There are also mixed opinions on whether the tasting menu or a la carte options are superior, with some finding the tasting menu underwhelming.
"Corima was mentioned as a nearby restaurant option."
Neutral"Corima is mentioned as a restaurant that offers a set menu and specializes in northern Mexican cuisine."
Neutral"This user confirmed that Corima also provides recommendation cards."
Neutral"The commenter noted receiving a recommendation card at Corima recently."
Neutral"Corima was recommended as a dining option that might align with the original poster's preferences."
Neutral"This user acknowledged the original poster's preference but stated they did not mind if the recommendation was not taken."
Neutral"The original poster reiterated that they live in LA and specifically wanted to avoid Mexican cuisine during their NYC visit."
Negative"This user confirmed Corima is upscale Mexican, noting that it does not serve typical Mexican fare."
Positive"The original poster asked if Corima was Mexican cuisine, as they did not want to travel to NYC for Mexican food."
Neutral"This user recommended Corima."
Positive"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."
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