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(Now Closed)New American Restaurant and Asian Restaurant$$$$
East Village, New York
The experts at Eater and The New Yorker recommend this place
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Emily WilsonOctober 2, 2018Ko Bar is a secret that’s already out but I wish I could hide it. Sit at the bar, splurge on wine, and don’t pass up the sourdough crepe or cold fried chicken. Everything here will blow your mind.
Noah WeissOctober 19, 2018Walk into Ko Bar to experience Chang's top restaurant most creative -- and relatively affordable -- food in the test kitchen. Fried chicken, rice, scallop, foie pie.
Jonathan LSeptember 11, 2017Reserve a seat at the bar, for it only heightens the experience to watch the masters craft the dishes as you dine. The wine pairings are also incredible and perfectly curated for each course.
Anna RJuly 26, 2015An amazing dining experience. Beautiful plates. Sitting around the kitchen watching everything & interacting with the chefs made everything even better. Great wine list. Attentive staff.
K-Þórır D.September 7, 2015Momofuku's r always great experiences but dining at Ko is for sure the most incredible. Mix of molecular & asian food, my favorite r the shaved foie gras & kimchi consomme w/ oysters + braised cabbage
J LApril 15, 2016Ko is probably the most laid back and casual fine dining place in Manhattan. The food is inventive and excellent. Watching your food prepared and served by the chefs is worth the price of admission.
Elvis RodricksMarch 11, 2018Walk ins at the bar area only. They have tables too. An experience with their food, service and preparation. Menu changes everyday. Enjoyed their cheesecake, crepe, cheese plate and cocktails.
EaterDecember 14, 2015Momofuku Ko has transformed into a four-star fine dining gem on the Bowery. Expect bespoke graffiti, a roomy chef's table, and pressed mackerel sushi that would make Jiro Ono himself swoon.
KevinMarch 9, 2015The food is impeccable and prepared with skill like I have never before experienced. Definitely do the pairing menu. The pairings are all so interesting, delicious, and complement the food.
Thomas KnüwerMay 29, 2016This is where casual Fine dining started. The tasting menu is outstandingly creative and innovative, served by the chefs themselve. A wonderful experience that is worth the hassle to get a reservation
jason chinFebruary 5, 2021Each dish was thoughtful and unique. It was a fun dining experience. I loved learning about where each dish was sourced from. Special meal!
Ashley ChanAugust 13, 2016It's often rare that every dish on a 13-course tasting menu is a 9 or 10/10. Momofuku Ko reaches this impressive standard this in a cool, street-inspired environment. Amazing meal overall.
As delicious as it is expensive. Expect 15–20 courses that will leave you very full. Less Asian-influenced than Ssam and Noodle Bars.
Gilad AvidanApril 11, 2016Amazing flavor, incredible experience. The uni is to die for, as is the duck pie. Take the night's menu with you as a souvenir :)
Joshua PollakDecember 29, 2015Completely worth the trouble and expense. The pairing was probably the most interesting and delicious I've had. In the same ballpark as Benu in SF but much more fun sitting at the kitchen counter.
Brandon LaneNovember 11, 2016Great chef's table experience. The courses are perfectly paced and the food is incredible. The wine pairing is a tad pricey, but it definitely elevates the meal.
AmateurConciergeDecember 14, 2018I’d say the hype for the food at Ko Bar is a bit much...but for the price it’s a steal. The cold chicken is that good. Costigan cocktail is addictive. Make sure to ask what off menu items available
Sarah SampselJanuary 6, 2016One of my favorite tasting menus ever. The food was insane, but also it's very relaxed and chill. The service and new space are incredible.
Jen BergMay 30, 2015Come ready for the beverage pairing. Your bank account might wince but your heart, soul and stomach will sing with happiness.
Wilson ZhouNovember 25, 2017Chef Sean Gray and his team have transformed this gem of the Momofuku empire into a smarter, more nuanced, more comfortable place to eat. ★★★★
Evelyn LingSeptember 25, 2018Get a seat at the bar and order from the a la carts menu! It’s a great way to taste everything without doing the full tasting.- LilyDecember 25, 2018NYT Top New Restaurants ** (2018): "Sourdough crepe; tandoori sardine; scallops with pineapple and shiso; cold fried chicken; pork pie; Japanese cheesecake."
Julie SosciaJanuary 27, 2019ANY David Chang spot is a good choice in my opinion. At this location, try the tasting menu with wine pairing - it's absolutely worth it!
Patrick WalshJune 11, 2022Spectacular tasting menu served around kitchen. Wonderful two Michelin star experience. Expensive but worth the experience.
Keren AtzlanSeptember 18, 2021Only ate at the bar side. Need to go back and do tasting menu. Everything was delicious. But also like eating the most gourmet fast food ever.
Rafi RomeroJuly 2, 2016so good! get the beverage pairing as besides wine it also features sherry, beer, saké, and a cocktail
Inna GJune 21, 2021chicken drum, burger was delish. Sit by bar to watch the chefs in action. Good service
Alex RobertsonNovember 5, 2019BAR: chicken fire and pretty cheap; foie burger solid (salty!); duck rice aight. 20 dollar cocktails
Staff PicksDecember 6, 2016Momofuku Ko was one of the more wished for places throughout 2015’s I Want Somewhere holiday campaign. Where’s your somewhere? Enter to win a bucket list experience. Read more- Julie SosciaSeptember 5, 2018ANY David Chang spot is good in my opinion. At this location, try the tasting menu for a varied selection of items.
heather doughertySeptember 16, 2016Excellent food, service & attention to detail- really special and worth the splurge!
Gregory FisherDecember 21, 2018Head to the bar for an affordable way to try out what they’re testing for the more expensive tasting menu next door
Jeffrey BaxtJune 16, 2015Unbelievable meal....more enjoyable to skip the drink pairing and put your waiter on the spot.
The New YorkerMay 11, 2015"Chang has taught us at once how to take food more seriously and consume it more casually." Read more
- Elvis RodricksAugust 17, 2019Be prepared to challenge your perception of food skillfully crafted here
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- Tue–Thu
- 6:00 PM–10:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 12:30 PM–3:30 PM
- 6:00 PM–10:00 PM
(212) 203-8095
View menu on https://ko.momofuku.com/ko/menu/dinner
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Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
Music
No
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Drinks
Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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"Good drinks menu, though more limited than most high quality cocktail bars. Tilts towards Japanese ingredients (yuzu, sochu, calpico). Amazing wings and okonami-yaki."
Bradley Kay - 8.3
"Try the Whole rotisserie Duck Ssam - Chive pancakes, bibb lettuce, rice, hoisin, duck scallion and crispy shallots. I am beyond full."
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