KYU NYC

KYU NYC was an excellent experience. We popped in for drinks and dessert.The whole restaurant is beautiful and the ambience is great. It has a small entrance but opens up in the main dining area. There is a good amount of decoration and plants that make it feel more open.The drinks were solid and the cinnamon roll was excellent!

Amazing food. Fine dining experience. Make sure to order your drinks first or they might serve them after your first dishes. Not a huge thing for some I assume, but a detail I take notice of.

1000/10 Recommend. Its been a while since Ive dined in NYC & raved about every single bite and sip of food consumed, but KYU got it.For my girls birthday dinner, we decided to do the tasting menu with wine pairings. They started us off with crispy rice and tuna (not pictured), crispy kale, roasted cauliflower, followed by the fried chicken and the stone pot fried rice. Everything was delicious and I would absolutely recommend everything but that crispy kale changed my life for the better. I need the Chef to tell me how to make that at home literally the perfect snack. The fried chicken was seasoned & fried to perfection & was the perfect blend of Korean & Black American spices. Its sat on a bed of spinach with a chipotle type sauce, and I will think about this dish for a while.For our main entrée, we had the short rib, grilled broccoli, and sweet potato. My God today. That chef was cooking like he owed somebody something I swear the depths of flavor & intentionality with each meal knocked my socks off.I was there last night & already plotting ways to go back today. So serious. Dont even think about it, just book your reservation.

The food and the service were both exceptional. This place is a must-try if you’re looking to taste something different and unique. The Korean fried chicken was a personal favorite, along with the udon noodles. For deserts, the coconut cake really was the most moist and delicious cake I’ve ever had. The overall ambiance, service and the food were great.

Good food, a little too salty. But otherwise good vibes and large portions. For 2 people I recommend ordering 3 things max. Also the Pilsner wasn’t good, skip that. Get a wine!

Craving for some Asian fusion cuisine? Look no further and make your way to KYU, an award-winning restaurant right in Soho. Make your reservations early because this place is packed. When we arrived, their friendly hostess brought us to our table walking pass the wood fired grill then revealing the exposed brick ceilings. With great music, dimly lit lights and clay walls,they sure know the vibe. Our amazing server Harold really went over the top. KYU has some one of a kind cocktails that will surprise you. We opted for the KYU experience which consisted of yummy appetizers, delicious entrees, sides, and a must order s’mores dessert. Krunchy kale is fantastic with drinks. That short rib melts right in your mouth bursting with flavor. It’s definitely an experience you don’t want to miss.Always Money In The Banana Stand22Sakura Season 22Rishi’s Island 22The Purple Grenade 12KYU Experience 125Krunchy KaleTuna Crispy RiceRoasted CauliflowerKorean Fried ChickenBeef Short RibGrilled BroccoliJapanese Sweet PotatoDark Chocolate S’mores Cake

Excellent venue and great brunch menu.Loved everything we got. Really recommend the eggs and the tuna crispy rice. Matcha pancakes were delightful as well. Cinnamon bun was crazy but you definitely have to share it with 2 or 3 people, its very sweet.Very fairly priced, all this was about 80 all up. Most dishes are 15-20, which is pretty much the same as a chipotle bowl but much better

There are many reason why to dine at KYU and while it starts with the food, which is exceptional that is quickly followed by the service.I have visited the Miami location several times and have finally made it into the NYC location.There are a few things to know…Fire sits at the center of this kitchen so be sure to order a few of those types of dishes as they truly sing.The portions are meant to share and are not small. On the top of the menu what they define as snacks, are appetizer size. Everything else comes on a full size plate.The cocktails are wonderful but not cheap so, if you are going will cocktails all night bring your Sugar Daddy/Mamma. That said they clearly use quality ingredients so you will be loving life after two of there cocktails.If you decide to skip over to the wine list there are many great options in all price ranges. After one drink I made the switch to a glass of wine but ended up having three, I should have ordered a bottle but…live and learn.There are signature dishes such as the short rib so be sure to discuss the menu with your server to find just the right dishes for your preferences.We started with the hamachi crudo which was so fresh it melts in your mouth. We moved onto two salads the crispy Kale and the chicory both were wonderful. The kale is akin to Kale Chips so you can’t shove enough of it in your mouth so you end up looking like a ravenous dog while eating as it is that good. The chicory is well seasoned and dressed with bread crumbs, it’s a big salad so be mindful.One of the true surprises was the chickpea sushi on crispy rice dish. Wow! Screw the tuna try this!My carbohydrate consuming guests ordered the noodles which was a surprisingly smaller dish and the duck rice which in my opinion was extremely bland and didn’t really get eaten.Normally I would have ordered the short rib (as it is a signature dish) but not everyone was committed to the meat route so I ordered the ribs. I am glad i did as they are delicious. It’s a nice size portion with lots of sauce over the most tender ribs that you can still pick up. I loved them.If you are a group definitely plan to sit at the chef’s table. It’s right in the heart of the action and while we we there they we having fun, I can only assume the staff were joining in.

After a month of waiting I managed to take my friends to KYU and it was worth it!!!! Crispy rice was my favourite (obviously). The portion sizes were quite big, we got a bit too excited and went overboard with our orders but everything was delicious. Also loved the vibe of the restaurant and drinks !

After dining at the KYU in Miami a few months ago, I was thrilled to learn they were opening an NYC location. This place is incredible. Cocktails are delicious and the food is amazing. Some of my favorites: the cauliflower, the tuna crispy rice, king crab fried rice, and anything off the smoked and wood fired sections. Everything was top notch and the service was great.

Good food and good service. The appetizers were delicious but the mains were just ok in my opinion. Would recommend the tuna crispy rice, crispy kale, and the Wagyu toast. Those were the highlights. I would say the highs were quite high but the ones that werent highs were very average for the price.The stone pot rice didnt have enough crispy sides to it. The Korean fried chicken pieces were a bit on the large side since it was the thigh meat and the drumstick. I think had they been the party wings, that might have tasted better. They had an interesting sauce that kind of tasted like cheese but the chicken needed to be dipped in it. I was really looking forward to the short rib but the taste was a bit to smoky for me. The pork guy was also a bit on the salty end for my taste.

Went there for brunch. Our server Sealy was great! We got the tuna crispy rice, duck scramble, short rib hash and cinnamon roll. Our favorites were the duck scramble and the cinnamon roll.Went again this time for dinner. Sealy was our server again. I like the dinner menu more than the brunch menu. Everything was delicious.

Had a very early dinner here on Thursday just as they opened (I was dining solo and didnt have a reservation). NOTE: they were fully booked for the evening so I was happy to get seated. I ordered the tuna tataki which was AMAZING (probably my fave), the roasted cauliflower which is also fabulous and the mussels. For dessert I had a very refreshing sorbet with grapefruit. Plus, they make a fabulous Perfect Manhattan. I sat at the chefs table and met the chef and also had a chance to chat with some of the staff - all of whom were super excited to be at KYU. For a restaurant that was only open for one week, it was running on all cylinders. Very happy with the service. Highly recommend, with one caveat. If you care about conversation, I would come on the early side by 6:30-ish before the music gets pumped up to Miami-levels. I also happen to love the chefs table and would definitely ask to be seated here again.

Had an all in great time with Kyu, especially with their impressive selection of brunch and drinks offerings. Their short rib hash was exquisite but ultimately indulgent, while their sandwiches are deceptively delicious. Service is helpful and pleasant, and the overall vibe is great here!

What a great restaurant. Great ambiance and atmosphere. Great interior that puts you in the mood.🦋 the drinks are well curated. I enjoyed my espresso martini (not my favorite, but it was good).🦋the wagnu toast was perfection. I just wish they served more with that price.🦋the tuna crispy roll was delicious🦋the ribs were delicious!🦋the fried chicken was nothing special. I dont recommend that🦋 the fried rice with duck was alright.Overall Highly recommend.

Look, for folks who dont check the price of a restaurant before booking a reservation, there may be some sticker shock at KYU. Its an expensive, special occasion meal... but what you pay for is what you get here.Ambiance. Experience. Taste. All are delivered in full.Everything is divine and rich and flavor. The tuna crispy rice is the shining star, but dont sleep on the pork buns, duck burnt ends, or Thai fried rice.Make sure you get a table in the main dining area, thats where you get to take in the full scope of the atmosphere.

Cute place for a night out. Ambiance was dark, cozy and the bar was aesthetic. The food was amazing. We ordered the crispy tuna rice, crispy fried chicken, beef short rib and Japanese sweet potato. The crispy tuna rice had the perfect amount of crisp and melting tuna. The beef short rib was tender, well seasoned and fell off the bone good! The Japanese sweet potato had a good butter to cheese ratio and melts in your mouth. The crispy fried chicken was a bit too crispy and didnt have much meat. The drinks were also amazing and unique. Service was a bit slow since it got busy after we got seated

My girlfriends and I came here for dinner before we had to catch a flight. Service was fantastic and quick. Our short rib was excellent, melted in your mouth and tasty. I loved the refreshing lettuce wrap and sauce variety as well. Tuna crispy rice was also delicious and fresh, I highly recommend.For the sweet potato, the table was split, I personally did not enjoy the cheese with the sweet potato but others have, so it’s up to you to try. The fried rice was not popular amongst us, for $32, it’s very pricey and not that special. The hard texture of the rice was also not pleasant.

Outside of the delicious charred octopus and the general atmosphere, my meal and overall experience was forgettable.Our tabled ordered a wide variety of dishes and each one lacked flavor. For my drink I ordered a grapefruit heavy Pink Puppy that was nice but also blah.The waitstaff was fast and attentive but I wouldn’t go back for the service alone.The Miami location exceeds where the soho location lacks, taste and flavor.

Had been wanting to go here for a while after seeing the viral crispy rice on social media. It did not disappoint. The atmosphere, service and experience lived up to it. Ordered the tuna crispy rice 10/10. We shared the short ribs, Brussels, and duck fried rice which was enough because portions were good. Everything was amazing but the ribs literally melted in my mouth. Only complaint is the prices are too high but it’s nyc.

We had an amazing dinner at the chefs table. The food was really good and they went above and beyond to accommodate a person in our party with dietary restrictions. The drinks were delicious and the service was great overall no complaints and will definitely return.

Service was kinda bad and confusing overall, but the food was good and very affordable.I think the Japanese pancakes is a must get and all the brunch items were decent. Portion sizes were kinda small but very good to share!

@kyunyc is bringing Asian flavors to American BBQ !!!This insanely unique brunch menu offers some of the best bites NYC has to offer 🙌🏻🙌🏻WHAT WE DRANK:- Pineapple Bellini 🍍- Aphrodite- Elderflower Spritz 🌺WHAT WE ATE:- Avocado toast 🥑- French toast- Egg Sandwich 🥪- Short Rib hashRun to Soho now and check them out for an experience of a lifetime.

The Japanese sweet potato was a 10/10 must order. Highly recommend. And the tuna crispy rice. Get it. The service at first was very slow and not welcoming, but we got a server that was AMAZING. I forget his name unfortunately but most of the servers in there seemed much more welcoming than the hostesses. Atmosphere was also super cool and chick. Loved it.

My Girlfriend and I went to this location for the cinnamon roll that went viral recently. Though looking through the menu, we decided to only get what we came for at the moment. Usually servers roll their eyes and are annoyed when a table skips the dinner and gets the dessert. Our server, the taller gentleman with the beard was super helpful and informative when asked some questions. Kudos to him for staying on top and being mindful of any possible food allergies. We didn’t feel rushed or treated differently for our relatively small order. Speaking of, the Cinnamon Roll lived up to the hype! So good ! We’re looking forward to coming back and having dinner here soon.

The appetizers were great! The tuna crispy rice and halibut crudo were AMAZING!We had as main course the duck confit thai rice: it was extremely gingerly, you could hardly taste the other condiments. And there was just a few pieces of duck.We also had the filet mignon which was extremely spicy, with no warning.And we had the sweet potato as a side. The cheese sauce tastes like it came from a package of instant ramen, it was SUPER artificial! Was very surprised about that.

I loved my experience here! The food was excellent, the atmosphere was chill and inviting, and the service was fantastic! My favorite dishes were the fried chicken, spicy tuna on crispy rice, and hamachi.

Loved brunch here! Shared dishes family style and we loved every item we ordered. Would go back for the Tuna Crispy Rice!

The service was perfect. The ambiance was beautiful, very modern with high ceilings and modern layout, although too dark to read a menu with normal 20/20 vision. However, the most anticipated part was the worst - the food. Grilled cauliflower which was completely cold, rice dish that was overwhelmed with lemon grass, specialty drinks that were not special at all - just over poured with strong liquor and poor infusion of flavors. The only good dish was the short rib which slid off the bone, but even that was heavily oversalted.I wish they focused more on their menu and less on decor. Sad to say this place is a miss.

Absolutely amazing place. Hostess was very nice yet we came late and they never mentioned how much time we have left. Place is absolutely beautiful, service is greatThey never rushed with food. Every dish was paced out so we really enjoyed every single one . Drinks yummy , food fresh and tastefulDef would recommend califlower, and hamachi ( forgot to take pics) and deserts were just wow .

I visited the KYU location in Miami earlier this year and was so excited to visit KYU NYC, however there was a very obvious difference in the two. The food and drinks were immaculate in Miami, and while the ambience in New York was a vibe, everything else was pretty underwhelming. My $20 drink, very mediocre. The food was pretty average and didn’t meet my expectations. My table ordered a variety of dishes but I just was not impressed. While there I even noticed an employee, whom I later learned was the executive chef, come to the front and stare down a guest with a look of disgust and then disappear into the back of the restaurant. I couldn’t believe my eyes, and honestly I worried about him handling anyones food after that.

Every time I eat here I’m more and more impressed. Such outstanding food

TLDR: Food was okay, not worth the price point but service and hostess were excellent.We got the Kyu experience ($125) which was an 8 course meal that included dessert. Realistically I liked 3/8 dishes and thought the rest weren’t that great. Was not worth the money - We had the:crispy rice tuna (8/10) which was deliciousroasted cauliflower (3/10) which was a little soggy but the green sauce was goodkale chips (3/10) that were good at first but then way too oily at the endFried chicken (9/10) very juicy, the skin was the perfect amount of crispy, and the sauce was deliciousRibs (6/10) were very tender and fell off the bone but the seasoning was a little on the heavier side so it was soooo saltyCrab rice (5/10) and broccoli (5/10) were not very memorable but not badCoconut cake (10/10) this was my favorite part of the whole meal it was fantastic and I would go to just eat this again.

Horrible food and subpar alcohol menu. Everything was over salted and oily. Slow service. Our waiter couldn’t hear our order. Drinks had barely any alcohol in them and took forever. Wait for the bathroom unnecessarily long. Because sinks are inside the stalls thus slowing down the line.Overall huge disappointment!!!!! Overpriced garbage.Find something else. It’s NYC!!!

Delicious food, amazing happy hour pricing, fun street views for outdoor seating. Service was great and we couldn’t stop thinking about the food the rest of the week. New favorite spot.

For $285 (before tip) between 6 people, I enjoyed one of my favorite meals yet in NYC. The atmosphere was sophisticated and inviting, with a decidedly upscale aesthetic. Compared to some of the guys sitting near me in sports coats, I felt uncomfortably casual in a t-shirt and khakis. No less, from the first plate to the last, I was delightfully surprised by exciting flavors and dishes.A few stand-outs:-Japanese Sweet Potato: best dish of the night by far. This was the tastiest thing I have placed upon my taste buds in months. The sweetness of the potato plus the creaminess and tanginess of the sauce on top. It’s a perfect dish. Expertly crafted to balance sweet and salty. Highly, highly recommend.-Korean Fried Chicken: it’s hard to mess up fried chicken. It’s also hard to get away with fried chicken at an upscale restaurant. This felt worth it. The breading was crispy and flavorful, the chicken perfectly quartered in drumsticks and thighs, and all topped with a curry-based sauce. Several of us were scraping leftover sauce off the plate.-S’mores Cake: I’m not even going to try to describe the ooyiness and gooeyness of this dessert. I don’t even enjoy dessert that much, but this was exquisite. A rich layer of chocolate, slightly burnt marshmallow, and an ice cream flavor we couldn’t quite figure out. Likely one of the best desserts I’ve ever had.Overall, 9.3/10. Some dishes didn’t land nearly as much as we had hoped (the maitake mushrooms were good, but seemed to be missing some herbal/spicy notes; the baby back ribs were a bit too over-sauced and messy). Nonetheless, this was a fantastic meal. Will highly recommend to friends and family.

Ive been a big fan of KYU in Miami for a long time. So when I heard they had opened up in NYC I was very excited. The food here is amazing, and the best part is that you share everything family style. This location had great ambience and fantastic servers. Cant wait to go back.

This was the second time we’ve been to Kyu (the first at their Las Vegas location). The food was equally as good as the first visit. The service was exceptional, especially our primary server Junior. Highly recommended.

Came here for drinks and appetizers, and everything was amazing. I definitely want to come back for a full meal.

Ordered the wynwood mule and received only ginger ale in a cocktail glass with a garnish. When I sent it back they added the remainder of the drink components. Crazy to think I would have paid $22 for ginger ale if I hadn’t said something. Was excited to try the tuna crispy rice but it was really underwhelming, as was the other menu items I tried.

Excellent restaurant with great service, expensive as everything in NYC, so not surprising. Vibe is very good.Recommended.

Great drinks, great food. Nolan navigated us through the menu, helped with our drinks, and was a pleasure to be around.

Quite good! nice ambiance inside, food served quite well. bone marrow was delicious especially the miso toast 🤩wagyu toast was also lovely and delicate with a beautiful hint of truffle . clay pot rice was okay - not my favorite but maybe better with some protein. drinks were quite yummy too. nice little place to get some interesting dishes and have a bit of a fancy night out !

We dined in as 2 and got the $125 each tasting menu. The portion sizes were CRAZY generous. It was impossible to finish all the food put out onto the table. It wasn’t quantity over quality either - each bite was amazing and I could eat my fill.Highlights were the crispy kale, braised short rib, cauliflower, sweet potato. Each dish can comfortably be shared between 4. The thai stone rice, crispy rice, and scallion broccoli were good but I’d probably try other dishes next time.This is the first time I’ve had to get the food to go for a tasting menu. This one meal could’ve fed me for 3.I’ll be back! Maybe not the tasting menu though, my stomach needs to recover

A friend and I went in with high hopes, but the food just did not deliver. Everything was overpriced for the quality of the food. I usually love fusion places, but KYU’s dishes were all over the place when it came to the flavor. The pictures look way better than the actual dishes.Tuna crispy rice was pretty bland. And for $32, the quality was not good.Stone pot thai fried rice with duck - also overpriced for the quality. The rice was mushy.Baby back ribs - too salty.Would not recommend. There are way better fusion restaurants in the City.

Tuna crispy rice was delicious but quite expensive. The coconut cake was the winner! It combined very well with the coconut ice cream!

Service was absolutely terrible. Not worth the price of the food (which is bland). The menu does not make sense, the food sucks, and the service was quite rude. At this price point you would expect it to be something on another level and this isn’t it. Went for a birthday and would not recommend this to anyone.

Cocktail with gin and Lemongrass was good, hamachi crudo is 10000/10.Tuna crispy rice is super simple; beef tartare has a giant piece of simple bread.

Always an amazing meal. I typically order the short rib, Japanese sweet potato and chicory salad. I oscillate between the veggie crispy rice and tuna crispy rice. The tuna crispy rice is probably my favorite!Desserts are also incredible - I recommend the s’mores and coconut cakes.It can get loud so if you’d like a quieter table, request a booth (good for 4+ people) or sit in the bar area.

Im so glad that I chose KYU NYC for my birthday dinner! Me, my spouse and friends enjoyed great service, food and ambience. As a vegetarian myself, there were plenty of wonderful options - the Krunchy Kale and Roasted Cauliflower were amazing! The rest of the group is still talking about the Beef Short Ribs and Korean Fried Chicken. The dishes are meant to be shared so dont order to much. KYU NYC isnt cheap but its so worth it. Will definitely be back!

I’ve eaten here maybe 20+ times in the last year. For birthdays , graduations, celebrations or even just happy hour. There is NO better place in NYC

I was in NYC and met up with some old friends at KYU. We had dined at the Miami location and loved it, so we were hoping to have the same experience. It was a great decision.Walking in to KYU, it is a special place. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. The decor is unique with great lighting.The hostess was ready for us and took us to our table. The wait staff got us started immediately with cocktails.Everything we ordered to eat was amazing. My favorite was the crispy pork sandwiches. Dessert was even better. I loved the Smores with ice cream.If you are in NYC, KYU is a must.

Great cocktails and amazing fried chicken! It has a lovely vibe too and courteous service

One of the best brunch I have ever tried! Service is amazing! Drinks are perfect!!

If youre looking for a culinary adventure, Kyu NYC is the place to be! I finally checked it out, and wow—it did not disappoint. Originally from Miamis Wynwood district, their wood-smoked and wood-grilled Asian dishes are an absolute flavor explosion. Every bite felt like something new and exciting. The blend of exotic ingredients and smoky techniques made the entire meal unforgettable. Now I get why its James Beard-nominated and a Time Magazine winner! If youre a foodie like me, this spot is a must-visit in the heart of NYC.

Everything we ordered felt forced. Crispy rice was definitely different but theres a good reason why its not a popular way to make sushi. The caviar sandwich was just messy and should have been toast or on one side instead. The King Crab fried rice was overdone just for the showboating at the table. The inside was good but rice was overdone on the sides. The server had some trouble scraping off the sides initially. Kyu just feels like someone had access to expensive ingredients and didnt know how to play with it.

Truly a 5-Star dining experience! Everyone from the servers and owners to the appetizers were exceptional. The decor is fabulous, music selection enjoyable and each meal was made to perfection. With each bite, I asked who made this and darn-near asked the chef to marry me! Even with my food allergies and selective vegan-ish taste buds, there’s a bit of joy in every item on the menu. Dessert was heart warming with vegan and custom options. Pear ice cream?! AMAZING. Seating is quite “cozy” however, the clientele here are so human that we made a few friends along the way.

We have been big fans of KYU (both NY and Miami locations) for years! Our family does not pass up the chance for a visit and todays brunch did not disappoint. We enjoyed of our favorites the crispy rice and enjoyed a couple of great new items - the short ribs eggs Benedict, everything scones, and the corn ribs. We didnt order it today but the Cauliflower is my personal favorite.

Date night at KYU NYC Restaurant ☆☆☆☆☆ 5 stars are not enough. We had such an amazing experience. Party of 4.The food here is absolutely delicious! Every dish we tried was bursting with flavor and cooked to perfection. Highly recommend the Hamachi Crispy Rice, Japanese Sweet Potato, Corn Ribs but the guys enjoyed the and Pork Belly Pastrami. Hands down, some of the best food weve had recently!We cannot wait to visit again.

An absolutely fabulous experience. We read all the reviews that mentioned Miami v NYC.. we all know there is no comparison ;)All our dishes were excellent. We had 6 between 3 of us and absolutely over ordered but wanted to try as much as we could.Everything was delicious, timely and the entire staff were meticulous in their attention and service. And the space is awesome.Will absolutely be back!

For a nice brunch spot, this is the spot. Overall great vibes and friendly staff, definitely coming back for dinner. The food was great with some Korean influences that make the food a bit more unique.

My boyfriend and I were so excited to try this place, especially the crispy rice. While service was great and the ambiance was beautiful, the food was incredibly flavorless and not well balanced. The only thing we remotely liked was the corn and it was 16 $. We got the hamachi and spicy tuna crispy rice- both were really rice heavy with very little flavor. There was too much rice to balance the fish and it just tasted like mashed potatoes. The rice bowl with crab also lacked flavor for 42$. The fried chicken was supposedly another favorite that while crispy, had zero flavor and almost no sauce.Perhaps we ordered wrong but having tried 5 things and only decently liking 1, with a final bill close to 200$, we were very disappointed.

Service and atmosphere were excellent. The restaurant is absolutely beautiful. I was really excited about the menu, but the food was really disappointing. We had the crispy rice with tuna. The rice was a bit sour for my liking and i feel like it couldve used a dipping sauce. The claypot fried rice had no flavor and not worth the price. The broccoli was way too salty, and I love salt. The grilled octopus was my favorite of all dishes. The korean fried chicken did not taste remotely korean interesting flavors. My partner liked it more than I did

Going to the KYU restaurant is an excellent experience, the food is extraordinary, it has incredible flavors, the service staff is the best, and the cuisine is unmatched, thanks for your excellent welcome, the KYU family is the best, thank you very much

The food here is to die for, the ribs, and the Kale chips were simply delicious. The service here is top tier...everyone was polite and friendly, and knowledgeable of the menu. I also liked that the tables werent right next to each other. Definitely going back.

Took my girlfriend out for a nice dinner and the server asked if we had any allergies (im soo sorry i forgot his name). My girlfriend is allergic to raw soy, so he took his time and spoke to the chefs and crossed it out and devised a menu that was safe to eat. I ate the ribs. Absolutely to die for. They fell off the bone, melted in your mouth like butter. They didnt skimp out on the cilantro on it either. It had plenty! The Korean fried chicken was crispy and soo juicy. Its spicy, yes, not too crazy. And last the corn crispy rice was fantastic. Similar to the profile of elote but extremely elevated. Prices of the food are a more on the expensive side but the portions, flavor and quality is absolutely worth it. Will definitely come back

Overpriced and awful tasting food. Our server was very snobby. Paid over $200 for a tomahawk that came with barely any meat on it. Would not recommend.

Its my first time in SOHO and decided to come here. This place is awesome. Alex the bartender was very attentive and made us comfortable. Im going back and only ASKING for him!

Exceptional from start to finish. The atmosphere was warm, stylish, and effortlessly inviting. The short rib was melt-in-your-mouth tender, packed with rich, deep flavor. The filet mignon was perfectly cooked, buttery, and incredibly satisfying. The crispy rice delivered the perfect balance of texture and taste—absolutely insane.Cocktails were expertly crafted, each sip smooth and balanced. Service was flawless—attentive, professional, and genuinely warm.Every detail at Kyu exceeded expectations. Highly recommend for an unforgettable dining experience.

Food, ambience, vibe, and fun factor are all on point! Celebrated with friends and it was the perfect touch to chat and enjoy food coming our way!

Went for brunch and were the only ones there which should have raised a red flag! The scones were decent but the egg sandwich was HORRIBLE! Looked like an egg version of spam. Forced myself to eat half and had indigestion all day. And it was so expensive!

Best restaurant during our 10-day trip to NYC. Succulent short ribs and filet. Lighter-than-air crispy halibut. Savory Korean fried chicken. Dumplings, kimchi, tuna and crispy rice and seaweed salad, were out-of-this world. We about put our face in the sweet potato. Dessert was a fantastic concoction of mouse, brownie and contrasting citrus cream packaged in dry ice that made a presentation almost as delicious as the dessert itself. The staff was so friendly and informative. Ambiance was sophisticated yet warm. Best place by far we have eaten at. Don’t walk. Run here!

Always a pleasure dining at KYU. YES. We went for brunch and I had the Korean fried chicken which was outstanding my wife got the eggs Benedict also outstanding and my daughter got the French toast, which was very good. I also started with the everything scones which were heavenly.

Went for happy hour and while the service was great and the space itself is nice, the food was pretty bad. the tuna crispy rice was bland and the rice kept getting stuck in my teeth. the salmon crudo was somehow too sweet and too bitter at the same time.

I’d been super excited to try KYU specifically for the tuna crispy rice. It did not disappoint. The cauliflower, sweet potato, duck fried rice and desserts were also delicious. The Korean fried chicken was good but nothing out of this world. Our waitress Natalia was incredibly nice and helpful. Overall, we had a good experience, but for $100+ per person for just food (no drinks) the meal felt overpriced.

Made an unplanned stop on early Sunday evening. We thought we would get a drink and “snack” in the lounge. But saw the Sunday special that was too enticing to pass up - each guest can pick 2 menu items for $60pp. This allowed us to try 4 entrees and added 2 smaller starters. Started with a salad and tuna crispy rice. The finely chopped tuna was fresh and like iterations found throughout town, a good contrast to the crispy chewy rice block underneath. Liked the Korean style fried chicken and the server presented us with extra sauce because that’s how much he liked it! We ended up using it for a few of the dishes after. Surf & Turf wagyu hanger was beautifully cooked and flavorful but came with an oddly flavored shrimp with edamame and sauce. Sticky pork ribs and halibut were fine. The special also came with a robust bowl of Thai fried rice for the table. It came in hot pot which allowed for crunchy crust, but was oddly wet from sauce and egg. Again it is a great deal which allowed us to try a slew of dishes. And the cheesecake with hibiscus and raspberry is perfect light end to a rich meal.

Came here for dinner and the food was very good. definitely recommend the tuna crispy rice and the thai fried rice. The portions are big as they are meant to share which is a plus. the service was quick and friendly and the ambience was nice. highly recommend!

The lamb saddle is one of the best meals I have ever had...in my life (including multiple Michelin restaurants) the, burnt ends of that dish are sublime. Everything is exceptional, Chef Chris is a culinary rock star. The staff is amazing and the vibe is just perfect. The KYU in Miami is one of our favorite places and we never thought the NYC location would out do it; it did. Do yourself a favor and make this one of your go to places in NYC.

As a KYU vet and knowing the original chefs from Miami, they’ve done the restaurant a great disservice by bringing in the new one to “carry on the legacy” if that was the purpose. These were big shoes to fill and he’s missed the mark.I tried NYC for the first time and let’s just say that won’t be happening again.The food is tasteless and not that it wasn’t expensive in Miami, but with the original chef everything was an experience and was well worth the price. Now it’s not, it’s overpriced bland food and drinks are so so, and that was it. Spent a lot and feel cheated as others mentioned in their reviews.Bring back the original chefs before this place gets a bad rep.

I was extremely disappointed with my Dinner The tuna crispy rice , the rice was so hard and sticky it was sticking to my teeth and was difficult to get off. The crispy kale was so oily , to me was inedible. The cauliflower was roasted head of cauliflower in a bed of fattening sauces. I make better toasted and seasoned cauliflower at home for $4. The shishito peppers were tasteless and I couldn’t eat them I told a few friends already don’t waste your money and eat here. It is beautiful though. Beautiful bar

Always a pleasure dining at Kyu. My boyfriend and I found Kyu on Instagram about a year and a half ago. Since then, every special occasion or date night is spent at their NY location. Everything on their menu is a hit. People who say it’s expensive/small portions - it’s meant to be shared - or at least that’s how we like to go about it - and honestly how everyone should. In my opinion, pricing is fair for the experience and the food never disappoints. We tend to spend a lot here - it’s hard not to when we know the food is a hit.This isn’t your average asian cuisine. Don’t expect your typical “appetizer, entree, etc”. Order what you please and your server will course it out to your liking.Hospitality is out of this world - just tonight our server went above and beyond to send us something on the house because we mentioned wanting to try it (forgot his name but made our evening one to remember). I’m in the restaurant industry myself so I can appreciate the hospitable atmosphere and they’re right on the mark. They do tend to get busy around 7:30PM most nights (as most places do, and good for them!) so opt for a 6/6:30 reservation time and dare to try new things. Can’t wait to try their Vegas and Miami spot! Thanks Kyu!

Food was not to my liking, everything tasted watered down. The service was ok. I was talking to Iliana and she gave me the worse attitude ever when I asked some questions. You should do something about her because I will never come back anymore

This place has a really good happy hour menu with $12 cocktails and options of crispy rice for $13 and under. Our bartender was super sweet and friendly; he made the yummiest cocktails as well. The crispy rice was okay but not bad for the price. The shishito peppers are a must try! Besides the food, the place is beautifully decorated and looks very upscale. I would recommend for a a happy hour if you’re in the area.

We loved everything we ate here! The s’mores cake was one of my favorite desserts I’ve had in the city.

Chef Chris and Bethany truly care about giving back to the community. And... Chefs culinary talent is outrageous! The miso butter sweet potato is a must!

First and last time at this location!Subpar to say the least... its a shame the original chef left, you can really feel his absence in the quality and taste of this flavorless food, to top it off his replacement is a major downgrade and hes rude. While waiting for our seats, 40 minutes past our reservation time btw, we were stopped in the middle of our conversation to find him just standing and staring at us then when we caught notice he just walked away with a look of disgust, not welcoming at all.The drinks were weak and only ok, and we were told that based on expenses of items everything may not be the same as the original location. This being the response to why our $20 dollar cocktail was only a tad more than half way filled. I dont think we as the customer should have to deal with that directly and still have to pay the prices we paid. $400 dollar bill with the tip included we all had one drink, we couldnt stand to do another, and only a few items off the menu. I wouldn’t spend my money in here again and with all of the finer dining in NYC our money could’ve been better spent elsewhere!Hopefully the owners take notice and upgrade this place soon, its too new to be mid.

Had high expectations for this place due to the pricing and hype but unfortunately this place did not deliver for me. The food is just ok not worth the price and the portion size is very small. The tuna crispy rice was good but again a tad over priced for what you’re getting, it’s not the best crispy rice I’ve ever had. The broccoli was terrible, it seems as though they just popped it out of a frozen bag and threw it into a steamer. The drinks were very good, just wish they were a bit stronger. I would probably come back for happy hour but definitely not for dinner again

Amazing dining experience at KYU New York! I love that it preserves everything that is amazing about them in Miami, but adds their own New York flare. Ive returned back many many times and heard they are now open for lunch too! A great place to take a date, friends, family, people visiting New York from out of town--aka anyone! Couldnt recommend more.

Brunch with a group of friends. The place looks fantastic! The food is good and presented pretty. We got two orders of the tuna crispy rice. The tuna was good, the rice was like eating the clay pot rice. I got the eggs Benedict, it was good. We all shared the Matcha Japanese skillet pancake. It was like a soufflé texture for a pancake. We ended with dessert, Thai tea shave ice. The place is pricey, but it’s a good place to celebrate or once in a while.

One of our fav resturaunts miami, i was so excited they opened here in NYC! Everything is absolutely unreal! The stone pot fried rice with duck was incredibly flavorful, the beef short ribs was one of the most tender, and delicious things ive ever eaten. we also got the crispy rice and japanese sweet potato - which were also incredible. between nyc and miami we have been to KYU 3 times and each time is absolutely unreal!

I am always so shocked when I hear people haven’t heard of this place. From the fun, lively atmosphere to the delicious food, this is a go-to for anyone looking for a vibey night in Manhattan. I recommend going with a group of people just so you’re able to have more of a variety. The must haves are the kale chips, the cauliflower, and the fried chicken. And the filet mignon was so perfect with its own little flair.To make this place even better, they have an unmatched Happy Hour where you can get the kale chips, crispy rice, and a selection of cocktails. Can’t wait to try the Miami location!

Very friendly and attentive staff, beautiful space and great outdoor seating options. Menu had a wide range of options and all delicious with unexpected flavorful twists.

This is some place! The vibe is on point. The decor is modern and upscale without being pretentious. Love the lively ambiance and music! They’ve got an open kitchen showcasing the talent in BOH. They clearly know what they’re doing! I also love the huge table right by the open kitchen, it’s perfect for larger parties to watch all the action! The fusion of Asian and southern bbq is something I never knew I needed! The Short Ribs were show-stopping. Honestly the potato gratin was some of the tastiest, most unique potatoes I’ve ever had. Chef Chris is so talented & gracious. I can’t wait to go back.

Beyond disappointing, terrible service,beef short rib couldn’t have been drier and way to salty, the pork belly buns also dry and tastelessMussels where minuscule, the bass was tastelessthe room half empty even though if go online it’s fully booked every night for months and monthsSloppy waitstaff, petite martini glassesThe miami version blows this away!!Will not return and horribly overpriced for what you get!!!

The food was super delicious, the portions were very generous and the setting was very nice and beautiful! We initially booked for 13 and the restaurant accepted to accommodate 4 more of our people who showed up unexpectedly. Our waitress Natalia was very professional, friendly and did a great job handling our party of 17 people on her own!We were disappointed by the general manager who really demonstrated poor sense of business and hospitality. We were a party of 17 and were short of not even 2 dollars per person in our minimum spend a la carte. We were so full after ordering cocktails, bottles of wine, multiple courses per person, deserts, coffee, tea, desert wine and we still didn’t meet the min spend of 125 per person. The GM told us we didn’t choose the fixed menu which would have helped since it had smaller portions for 125 dollars (makes no sense it basically means it’s a rip off since you can get so much more a la carte…). When we asked to order to go food to meet our min spend the kitchen was closed and we could only get dessert. There were 3 different things we wanted to order that were not available throughout the night. We didn’t make a big deal out of it. When the GM refused to waive the 30 dollars that we were missing on our total bill to meet the minimum spend, stating it was a corporation with rules, it didn’t seem to be the right business response…. Our bill would have been roughly 2770 dollars instead of 2800 dollars on a Sunday night where the restaurant was almost empty.

I thoroughly enjoyed kyu from start to finish. Exceptional service and ambiance in addition to delicious food. I highly recommended.

Short cap: great for date night, night out with friends. Get the cocktails and bone marrow. Great vibes and music.If I could I would give this place 3.5 starsStars of the night:-cocktails were great, the tequila sour on the menu was my favorite-bone marrow dish with miso toast was phenomenal, my favorite of the night. It was buttery, umami packed and the pickles and herbs on top help really cut the otherwise extremely fatty meat-wagyu toast also great, the crispy bread was my favorite part and tons of grated truffle-the Japanese sweet potato…. Do not sleep on this dish! It tasted like a cream puff pastry you get at Asian bakeries and it was delicious-lastly crispy rice topped with tuna. Tastegreat, nothing different from what you get at a Komodo or any other placeThings I would pass on:-stone pot fried rice, was just okay. Wouldn’t order again. The rice was a bit runny for my liking-bok choy, one of my favorite veggies but somehow turned out bland and mushyThings that brought this otherwise great meal experience down to 3.5:-the bathrooms. Why is there a line like we’re at the bars? If one of the bathrooms are not working, someone should fix that. They are also filthy…. So take that how you’d like-so an individual clearing off our table accidentally spilled a whole glass of wine on the table. We understand these things happen, and helped him clean it off. But we had a full glass of wine and at $25/glass wouldn’t you maybe let the waitstaff know so they could address it or bring another one? Not to mention the wine did splatter on my friends white blouse and did not come out. Nope, we waited and finally we had to let the waitstaff know which is awkward and no apology from them.Now the reason I’m nitpicking at a restaurant for things like this which otherwise I would not be concerned with is because at over $200 a person and what is supposed to be a fine dining experience, it shouldn’t be an issue.

This experience was borderline insulting. When prices are that high, youre setting an expectation of a certain level of quality service and food. We received neither.1. Very unorganized staff - for 40 tables they had maybe 8 people walking around serving water, and only 2 waiting staff. We had to wait 30 mins for a glass of wine. After 90mins, we hadnt yet received our first course...2. Food was underwhelming: The chicories salad tasted like salt, the sliced hamachi was way too sour I couldnt taste anything else on the plate, the tuna and crispy rice was boring, the wagyu brisket tasted like the brisket from your local diner but priced at $72. The only highlight was the duck, which was cooked to perfection.3. Drinks - just meh, nothing special..In my 4 years living in Manhattan, Ive never left a restaurant this disappointed.

Food was amazing. Great wait staff. Make sure to have the grillled octopus. Food was so good.

The ambiance is very nice. Front of the house staff was pleasant. Our first three courses were very good but service was alittle slow. Our last course the lamb saddle came out cold the first time. And the second time it was so salty it was inedible. It really put a damper on the entire meal.

Overall , Miguel and Joel are the highlighted reason of why anyone should come visit KYU. They made my dining experience flawless and welcomed us back with such open arms. KYU is a must ! we love them like family

@netgonenutsforfoodOverall: Mixed bag, but still a good experience due to the dessert and starter rather than mainsHighlight: Coconut cake, Tuna crispy rice toastThe coconut cake was incredible 😍 not too sweet and the ice cream lifts the palate.Tuna crispy rice was good, though I would say that the rice was ‘stickier’ in texture than I thought.As for mains, we thought they were too salty. The potato that came with the lamb was a much needed addition because it tasted so strong. Certain parts we enjoyed, but others of that same piece of lamb, not sure- it was too gamey for our liking.

Order: crispy sushi, yuzu salad, brisket sandyVerdict: all very tasty though a little too large and expensive. Space was beautiful. Id get the sushi again but likely nothing else. Need to come for dinner to get the coconut cake.

Overall rating: 4.0What can I say, what can I say. Reading the other low reviews, I definitely did not want to try this place. Seems like it’s unnecessarily expensive.AND THEN, I found out they have a food happy hour from 5-7 on weekdays 🥲Getting in was pretty easy, came around 5:30 or so. Decor was beautiful. The service was really nice. I had two items (no alcohol) with mixed reviews:- chickpea crispy rice $10.. it was goood. unexpected. Reasonable. Surprisingly filling!- dark chocolate s’mores cake $10 if I could, I would just ask for the ice cream. The ice cream was so good! but I wish it was clear it was a lava cake in the description!! Ugh. I have never not left a dessert uneaten. But there’s a first for everything 😓😭And due to that fact alone, I’ll have to rate lower than I usually do. Open to trying some other dishes, if a future date would like to go. But I won’t be seeking this place on my own.

Excellent Asian fusion restaurant. We tried 3 cocktails each and they were all delicious. Bao buns, Korean fried chicken, duck hot stone bowl, shishito peppers, crispy rice and coconut cake and coconut ice cream and corn vegan ice cream. Loved everything.

I asked to celebrate my brother’s birthday and the entire staff was so condescending and rude. Last time we go to KYU. It’s sad that a once legendary restaurant is now succumbing to bad wait staff. A tell tell sign that the restaurant is in Miami and nyc… not worth the overpriced food if the staff treats you like a second rate person if you wanted to celebrate.

I love this place! Perfect dishes. I highly recomend the thai rice stone pot and the back ribes.

I can forgive bad food with decent service. Meagan was a lackadaisical server. Came back three times to forget my order four times. When I got my order, on the fifth time…wrong again. Will not be returning to this heart-felt, but, wannabe NoBu.

Where do I start…The hostess’s that seated us were so kind and helpful, they absolutely elevated our first impression of the restaurant! Our server, Junior, was attentive, patient, and answered any questions we had. On top of the incredible service, the atmosphere and food at Kuy are incredible. I will definitely be recommending this spot to others, and be back in the near future!

Service was 5 star, food was 4 star, value was 2 star. I did the 190$ taster with a friend cause thats what I usually do when I visit NY. Was super surprised by the dishes coming out... Bok choy, fried chicken? Egg fried rice? Only redeeming dish was the short rib on bone that came out at the end. Even then it was heavily overseasoned, but it was good. 600$ between 2 people, def wont be going back. Could take 600$ to a Michelin star spot tbh. I think Kyu needs to up their game tbh. Very low value per the cost. Very low

One of the best cinnamon rolls and French toast I’ve ever had. Salad dressing was great and atmosphere was 5/5. Will be going back!

Wonderful evening. Delicious food. Geat Location. One of the best restaurants during our NYC vacation.

Wow wow wow, wonderful supper!!!Food was DELICIOUS!!!Fried chicken and stone pot thai fried rice is a must!! Roasted corn and sweet potatoes were nice but the desert of dark chocolate smores cake was UNBELIEVABLE , best desert ever.The only negative thing i have to say is that the restaurant is way to loud, please lower the music !!!

Horrible! Literally an overpriced fraud, rip off and a sham of a restaurant. We came here for New Years Eve event which was advertised as a dinner party with festivities, bubbley and special new years dinner menu. It was none of that - empty restaurant with a subpar menu that included none of the Kyu favorites. 3 of 7 dishes were veggie. No festivities, no bubbley and nothing to ring in the new year. Service was dismissive. I never write reviews and just appalled at how bad this is experience was, especially given how awesome Kyu was in Miami.Avoid NYC Kyu at all costs.

So disappointed. As fans of KYU, we were very excited to support the new location. The server told us everything was pre made and that’s why food came out seconds after ordered. Server also did not care about allergies and had no food knowledge.. The location in wynwood is far better and much more special.

Awesome ambiance and experience. The new brunch menu is pretty delicious.

The food is amazing. The service is top notch. The short ribs are so tender they melt in your mouth. Also you have to get smore cake!!! Chefs kiss

The staff was efficient, and the food came out fast, which was exactly what I needed. Good choice for a quick lunch or casual dinner.

Food: Some dishes here were great, others not so much. Fried chicken, crispy rice, and coconut cake were excellent. Bone marrow was ok, but too oily. The toast with the truffle also was so greasy.Service: The service at this restaurant was outstanding. Even with a packed restaurant, the servers didnt miss anything. Jahbria specifically was so attentive and helpful.Atmosphere: The music in the restaurant was way too loud, so everyone was talking so loudly so they can hear each other. This made the overall noise level so high. The bathrooms cleanliness needs a little extra attention.

Wanted to try this place for a while so decided to go with my boyfriend,walked in and everyone was looking at us like we had 3 heads on our shoulders each. service was extremely slow. waited. waitress seemed uninterested & busy with other tables. food was okay. just the service and staff really made me upset. while we were leaving a waitress runs after a couple asking if they paid. infront of the entire restaurant. the lady says yes they paid cash. it’s on the table. it was so unprofessional & gross. not coming back here again!

Pricy but I thought some of the dishes + certainly the atmosphere was worth it!Came here with some friends and the standout dish for me was the burrata (by far - a must get), the hamachi crudo, and the sweet potato (insane!). Other dishes that were also good included the filet mignon.Overall, solid place. Larger space inside than previously imagined! Will be back for those specific dishes!

I’d say this location tops Miami! Such an incredibly beautiful restaurant, amazing ambiance and Chef Chris is an artist behind the most amazing food you’ll ever have in your life.I went for brunch and had the best time. Be sure to order the cha cha toucan sam, chickpea crispy rice, steak and eggs, brown sugar chai cinnamon bun, and the avo toast. These dishes have been elevated with a unique twist and I can’t get over how incredible everything was.

Overly hip and chic, and perhaps more akin to a Vegas eating experience, but I have nothing to complain about.Although offerings are mostly cliche, in the end they are done well, and across 10 dishes they all were pretty good.Service was attentive, and pouring Pierre Pallard champagne by the glass will win me over anywhere, especially for $22/glass.Not somewhere I would go as a couple, but a huge hoot as a group, with a loud vibrant feel even in Sunday night.If wagyu toast and thins like that are your jam, youll be especially happy here. If you like things a bit more refined, youll still be ok.

Jah is the best server in the whole entire world. She made my best friend bday the bestest ever. 10/10 stars would recommend jah. Very attentive and attractive great waitress to look at and tasty foods.

The food here is phenomenal! Everyone we ordered from beginning to end was superb. Service was also very good! Dont expect Michelen quality in that aspect though. Come here for the food and drinks for sure! You wont be disappointed.

Full stop. The Waygu Brioche. and for nibbles... Spicy Duck Nuts. Great selection on tap, lovely wine list. Service discreet and excellent. Lilly is the best ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

My boyfriend and I had been here once before and thoroughly enjoyed our experience.This is our new post REI go to spot for a bite. To start off our server Miguel was so warm, knowledgeable and his energy was contagious.The pink puppy is a must for a cocktail. We shared the Pan fried halibut which was so crispy but moist with every bite. The udon noodles are a must which we had before.The s’mores dessert was spectacular! Highly recommend! We also got a great story from Miguel about a run in at his previous job with the infamous Quentin Tarantino and that sealed the deal.We will definitely be back and appreciate you all!

Impeccable.KYU offers a modern vibe with classic elegance. My partner and I went there during our trip to NYC, we were recommended by foodie and influencer Blistered Peppers, we couldn’t have been happier with the recommendation. The wait staff were kind, knowledgeable, friendly and classy without any pretentious notions. We ordered several items and were never disappointed. The Waygu Toast was my favourite, it melts in your mouth while exploding with rich flavour. The duck breast had a perfect balance of soft notes and tender meat with a charcoal finish. The Waygu Tomahawk was cooked like the chef had been making it for decades and was accompanied perfectly with the miso butter. The Bone Marrow had me questioning the pickles on the side and I was put in my place immediately upon tasing how wonderfully it went together. After all of the meat filling us up we decided to have an incredible dessert, I enjoyed the light and fresh grapefruit sorbet and my partner had the decadent s’mores cake.We could not explain or be able to emphasize how much we enjoyed our time at KYU and how excited we are to recommend it to anyone who entertains the idea of dining there.Thank you for having us, we’re excited to join you again!

We went to try and sit down in the lounge area at 5:00 for a 6:00 reservation, the girl at the front desk said she needed to get the manato see if that Nov was ok. We waited for 10 minutes, no one came to help us. She took my number and said someone would call us , no one did, we went back at 6:15-6:30 and the manager couldn’t have been ruder! I have wanted to try this place but now I never will! Plenty of restaurants in NY , don’t need to go to this place that’s for sure! It was the evening of Nov 19th

This place is the epitome of a restaurant built for Instagram, not for actual dining. It’s clear they’ve catered to influencers (other 5 star reviews and influencer party going on when I attended) rather than focusing on the service. The menu is $22 cocktails and $40 Korean fried chicken. Host was rude. Didn’t honor reservation. Orders forgotten. All while spending hundreds of dollars to be there.Pedro the GM seemed more interested in winning an argument than being in hospitality and being hospitable. Combative, rude and aggressive towards our party.

The food is incredibly delicious! If you are really like and understand the chemistry of taste, this place is for you. You also can see how your food is being prepared, its like watching a cooking tv show.

One of the best brunches in my life! Crispy kale is outstanding, brisket is so delicious, corn ribs with nice touch and many many more!My place to go!

Beat botato I ever ate in my life!Excellent service!

Always reliable solid food, service and vibe. Short ribs, wagyu , crispy rice and kale are highlights.

Great food and drinks. My Manhattan was $31 so make sure you ask for prices. The tomahawk was very small compared to what you’d expect, but overall this is a 5 star place and I would definitely come back

Everything was very average. People were telling me good things about it, so I left very confused. The fried rice was soggy. The buns, short ribs, tuna crispy rice, and another fish dish were all average

Very hip place for a date night or friends get together. The decor is 5/5 but the food is a touch less impressive. The short rib is the highlight of the entire meal - cooked perfectly, flavorful, and beautifully presented. We also tried 4 desserts since we could not decide on which one to go with... The chocolate cake was the first one that gets finished, while the coconut cake came last (we had two bites and gave up) because we thought it was too dry. The service was excellent. Would recommend for anyone who wants a good $$$ dining experience.

Wonderful ambiance and fantastic service 👌Our only complaint was the chicken, though moist, was a bit flavorless and the coconut cake had a bit too much filling for OUR liking.

I’ve been here twice, and both times the service was abysmal - inattentive, slow, and unhelpful.The food is okay, not worth an hour+ wait.. especially when the group I am with is spending tons of $$ on the corporate dime.Hard pass on this place…

Went to this location last thursday for a holiday party with friends! loved the miami location & was excited to try the nyc location! kyu does not disappoint, we ate family style! we shared the short rib, thai fried rice with crab, the crispy rice tuna & hamachi, to name a few! great service & a beautiful place!

Holy moly, great service, beautiful restaurant, excellent food. Highly recommend the beef rib and baked cauliflower

Cauliflower is great. Margaritas not as much. Great atmosphere.

Looks absolutely amazing, a very promising menu, just didnt meet the standards we were expecting for the price.Started off very well, lovely cocktails and the pork gyozas were beautiful, however it was all downhill after that.First was the Korean fried chicken, these were OK, they come on the bone which I wasnt expecting so you have to pick it apart.Next were the ribs, these were good, slid right off the bone, but you could literally find a decent rib like this anywhere.After that was the lamb, this was cooked beautifully but again you only get 4 tiny pieces with it as its served sliced off the bone, so it looks alot but in reality you get nothing. However the potato gratin that comes along side the lamb, was lovely and a saving grace of the meal in my opinion.Overall fairly standard food that you could get anywhere for and incredibly inflated price. Id save your money and go elsewhere.

Appreciate the few gluten free options, thanks!

I had only two dishes. & it’s the first time.so i know it might be too early to judge .based on dishes I ordered( short rip & crunch kale) it was too salty& over seasoned. After eating this, my stomach got uncomfortable due to too much of seasoning. Presentation of short rip was good though.I will try again to check other dishes even though I didn’t enjoy much at first time.

Place is modern minimalist, food took sometime to arrive by which time we were full already. The tastes are confusing to the palate as they try to mix different and incompatible ingredients

First time here based off the numerous influencers and we didnt get the hype. Very nice design, we enjoyed the old architecture with the modern vibe. We happened to stop by during happy hour and so only the bar and lounge area were busy, the rest of the dining area was pretty empty and it was hard to get service. However when we spoke to them they were very nice and even helped return a dish.Food wise the short rib bao buns were good but everything else that we tried (shishitos, crispy rice, cold noodles) seemed to lack any real flavor. Maybe the entrees were better but for the price we didnt want to risk more disappointment.

Service was good ambience was good food was good portions are very small for meOver price restaurant

This was special! Great foods. Tuna crispy rice appetizer was bomb. Beef rib main was great.Came back with a group of 8. Amazing experience.

Amazing crab scrambled eggs - best scrambled eggs I have evet had!!!! - The Tuna was also amazing

Sexy Miami transplant to Soho New York is a wonderful addition to the neighborhood. The bar / lounge is sleek, staff attentive, and customer service on point for a new restaurant post covid. Cocktails are hitters and must have bar menu items are the Waygu on brioche toast topped with caviar and crispy tuna rice.

Bar service, cocktails & food were all amazing. The spicy tuna crispy rice & pork belly bao buns were our favorite

The vibes of this place is fabulous! The entire staff was great and the food was even better! I ordered the edamame crispy rice and it was so flavorful!

Tuna crispy rice is phenomenal. Cinnamon roll!Great service. Thanks to Natalia.

Excellent food and cocktails...

Nice vibe, excellent food (the branzino was just excellent!), great service.Certainly coming back

This is easily one of the best brunches I had in NYC! Food, vibe, service, everything is amazing hereDuck scramble and short ribs are must to try

Waiter was friendly and informed. Food was presented beautifully but portions were smaller plates for our group of 8, definitely not the best spot for sharing among a large party.

A bit too crowded and you’d probably have to wait even with a reservation. Amazing food and service!

Came here for brunch with a friend and the food was absolutely amazing!!! Servers were so sweet and took the time to explain the food that came out and also helped us decide on what to order. Everything we ordered was delicious. The servers were super patient with us and wanted to make sure we got the best quality treatment. I can’t wait to visit again!!!

Great food, however service and the wait for your food to drop is slow. For just the crispy rice alone it took about 20/25 minutes to come out.

Nothing came out right. Food was good but ruined by the experience of mistakes at every turn. Not worth the time or money. Total skip.

I sat at the bar and the bartender Alex was exceptional !!! He made my experience here one of a kind. My drinks and food were on point and I’m so happy I discovered this place. Felt welcomed from the moment I came in and will definitely be back for the amazing drinks, food and service.

I had an early lunch with a companion and was dazzled by the astonishing food and sweet servers. The servers found an opportunity to make sense of the dishes and assisted them with picking what to arrange. Every one of the things they requested was flavorful and the servers showed restraint in furnishing them with quality assistance. The author is anticipating visiting the eatery once more.💝

We went 10pm on a Wednesday. The restaurant was 50% full. It was just me and my wife. The hostess sat us at a table of 2 in the main dinning area, after we took our jackets and started reading the menu, she came back and told us this table was unavailable and sat us next to the bathroom in a table of 6 (we where 2). The table of 2 never got used as the restaurant slowly went empty.Bad feeling, no explanation, 0 stars with service and experience. It’s a big No to move a customer to another table once it’s already seated and ordering. Terrible.

Food was amazing. There isn’t anything I wouldn’t order again! Natalia was our server and her service was A+. The dishes are meant to be shared with the tables which gives you the option to try a lot of different things. The drinks were delicious and will definitely be back!

Everything was excellent! Great tuna crispy rice and duck!

Great food, not inexpensive we had a great waiter named Dickerson.

Very bad. I wouldn’t recommend for anything more than happy hour. Food was average at best and over priced. Service was ok but it’s hard to make up for horrible food. I took leftovers home for my puppy. Garbage garbage garbage.

A flavor explosion. To-die-for fried chicken. The ribs, crispy kale and sweet potato were the best we’ve ever had. Plenty of delicious food for our vegan family members. The wait staff was so attentive and efficient. Very kind. This is our favorite restaurant in NYC. Don’t miss it.

The atmosphere of this restaurant is much nicer behind the bar than in the lounge but the major decrease in price makes the lounge worth it. we obviously ate off of the happy hour menu because we were in the lounge. we ordered the japanese sweet potato, krunchy kale and tuna crispy rice. all were very good and the kale warms up nicely the next day, doesn’t get too oily or soggy. the sweet potato was almost like dessert i just wasn’t a fan of the brûléed top because it had a gasoline taste from the torch. the lounge prices are much more reasonable and you can order off of the regular menu so i would definitely recommend a reservation at the lounge. we also ordered the milk bread for dessert which was just a loaf of bread so i would not recommend that but everything else was great!

Omg this place is absolutely amazing! There for Wedding party farewell Brunch. Very different menu options which are all so delicious!! Gorgeous presentation & wonderful staff! Great service with a smile! We will definitely go back the next visit to NYC! Highly recommend

Excellent food and staff, great ambiance. A wonderful experience, very happy I was treated to dinner here for my birthday.

I recently dined at this restaurant, and I have to say that everything I had heard about this place’s bad service turned out to be true. Honestly, I wouldn’t recommend it to anyone who’s just looking for a normal dining experience. It seems like this place caters more to those who are wealthy and planning to order a ton of drinks.From the moment I sat down, I had a feeling things weren’t going well. The waitress was extremely rude and seemed to disappear for 20 minutes between each check-in. Finally, after what felt like an eternity, I managed to place my food order. However, an hour passed, and I still hadn’t seen any sign of my meal.Then, the most bizarre thing happened. I spotted my waitress carrying a plate of food, but she offered it to the table next to me. When they told her they didn’t order it, I desperately tried to get her attention, but she got confused and took the food somewhere else entirely.To make matters worse, a different waitress, who had no idea I already had a regular waitress, kept checking on me. She seemed shocked that my food hadn’t arrived yet. Eventually, the manager came over and offered a free dessert as an apology, but then mysteriously disappeared. Later, the second waitress, who was nice and trying to make it up to us, reappeared and brought a candle in the tiniest dessert dish I’ve ever seen instead of the promised dessert.To cap it all off, my original waitress never returned to apologize, and the other waitress who took my payment seemed annoyed that I only left a 15% tip.While the food I eventually received was decent, the service at this place is an absolute nightmare. It felt like they had random people on the floor with no coordination or communication, and it completely ruined what should have been a celebratory birthday dinner. Throughout the meal, these people spoke to me as if I should be the one apologizing for ordering too much food and that I should be grateful for whatever food eventually made it to my table. It was a frustrating and anxiety-inducing experience.

Good was good and the staff was friendly.

Our go to staple restaurant, the food is always impeccable, flavorful, innovative. Miguels service is top notch, always attentive and fun!

I was just here for dinner with my mom for her birthday! We absolutely loved it! Our server Harold was amazing and gave the best service. The birthday dessert was so cool. All the food runners and bussers did an amazing job crumbing, clearing, and being kind.

Lovely new restaurant in NYC. Love the interior and all the dishes we had were fantastic.

The food was baaaddd. I won’t be back. Soggy dishes, poorly themed, confusing menu influences, and wayyy overpriced.

Beautiful place , delicious food, great service and an amazing bartender called Tirzah !! What more can you ask for ?

Outstanding culinary experiences.Excellent staff attentions.

The restaurant is beautiful, but the food is too salty and too pricy for the quality. It is overrated. If you like Asian food, go to KTown instead.

A friend decided to introduce me to this place and I was absolutely blown away. First things first, get the Tuna Crispy Rice. Just do it - you will not be disappointed at all, and you will probably be craving for more afterwards. It is absolutely worth it.Secondly, the Short Ribs are to die for as well - it will leave you very satiated and the flavor is very strong, and the sauces are the perfect accompaniment to it. I also tried some of their seasonal drinks and I would recommend the Noho Cobbler. I also had the Duck Burnt Ends, and I would say that compared to the rest of the items I had, it did not stand out. Not to say it was bad, but it paled in comparison to the other plates.The ambiance is fantastic, and the service is top-notch. I would highly recommend a visit at least once, you will not be disappointed.

Highly recommend. Food and service were excellent. I wish it was not as loud, but it did create some energy.

Always great from the good to the service and the drinks. One of my favorites.

This. Place. Is. AMAZING!The ambience is so chill. The food is *chef’s kiss* 💋We had fried gyoza (rating: 9/10)Pork bun (rating: 7.5/10– wish it was easier to eat and less messy)Ribs (rating: 20/10– literally the best ribs I ever had in my entire 25 years of living)Beef tenderloin (rating: 8.5/10)Although the ribs and beef tenderloin didn’t come with a side, it didn’t need it.The prices are kinda up there. But it’s worth it. For two people, you’ll probably spend $105-150. Definitely recommend.

The entire team is so very wonderful. Their service was beyond compare and made the entire evening joyful 😀

Highly recommend making a reservation if you want to sit indoors. The happy hour menu is well priced. We enjoyed the pink puppy and winwood mule (cocktails) which complimented the food. We ordered the salmon crudo, baby back ribs and Japanese sweet potato. The waiter advised us the Japanese sweet potato is viral. It was ok. We did not think it is viral worthy. It is a big sweet potato baked to perfection and then slathered with miso butter Parmesan. We were not able to finish it. We took it home. The salmon crudo was also okay. A bit thickly cut for crudo. Go with the baby back ribs. Flavorful and saucy. The meat comes off the bone with little effort. It is a little bit too salty but still really good.

Great drinks, yummy food. We sat at bar, but had the oddest experience with bar tenderHe topped off my sake, WITHOUT me asking for another one. I thought it was a sweet gesture because he sensed i needed one. Which i most certainly did. Bill arrives and he charged me the full price for both drinks. Like damn, you cant offer something and then charge for it. Kinda put a damper on the otherwise nice experience. So NOTE- if you sit at bar, dont let them top you off

We were looking for a last minute place to eat close to a bar we were going to have drinks at later. Kyu has been on my want to go list.As soon as we walk in, you immediately see the beautiful bar to the right and it just smells like amazing food. We got seated at a good spot right in the middle of the restaurant. but at a booth which which was perfect. The space was designed efficiently and there were so many servers which made the service quick. It was not busy when we got there but quickly packed out by the time we were leaving.Our server was amazing and helpful, the drinks came out so quickly and the food was so good! We ordered the crispy kale, beef short ribs, korean fried chicken and broccoli.(See pictures in Photos section)

The best meal I have had in recent memory. Inventive, traditional, delicious.

The restaurant itself is gorgeous; however, the acoustics make it difficult for groups to hold any conversation. The food was marginal at best and one-dimensional. Portions were small, especially for the price point and their focus on being a family-style experience. Servers were friendly; however, it seems additional training is needed as all of the guests in my party had one or multiple drinks delivered that wasn’t what was ordered.

Amazing experience!!! Food was unbelievable! Delicious and unique! Staff was very nice and helpful. The decor and music also gave KYU a wonderful wow factor. Highly recommend! You will not be disappointed!!

Stellar! Attention to detail on the plates, great flavor profiles all around. Service was good. The brunch cinnamon bun dessert broke cinnamon buns for me!

Outstanding meal and service at KYU NY. We had a party of 8, table was ready for us right when we arrived for reservation, and service was above and beyond! We have dined at KYU Miami and only had two people, being with a big party gave us a better chance to try so many of their delicious options. Cocktails were perfect, staff very attentive and kept the food flowing! Looking forward to trying KYU Las Vegas soon! Thanks for a great night, still full the next morning writing this!

Absolutely different from anything else , but absolutely delicious ! Third time at this restaurant and third time Thumbs Up ! A lot of new dishes, even better and more unusual! BRAVO, BRAVO, BRAVO!

Great food best in town! Atmosphere hopping and staff lovely.

The Ambience is lovely!!! However the food for for brunch (egg sandwich and scrambled eggs with duck) was subpar unfortunately…nothing special and lacked flavor. The chai Cinnabon was good though!

A surreal experience, thoroughly enjoyable. Feels a bit other wordly, even for NYC!