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Came here because of all the hype. The food was more entertainment than taste. It was great to watch the chefs' choreography as they created each dish for you only to be disappointed by the results. Especially disappointing was the bill. At $400 for a dinner for 2 one would expect extraordinary food. We were unfortunately disappointed.

I took my boyfriend here for his birthday and we had the most memorable meal. I loved the fact that it's so small and intimate. Every course was well thought out. Each bite was an amazing experience. The wine was fabulous as was the stellar service. I have nothing bad to say about this place. You might want to fast before you go since it actually is a lot of food. Small plates for sure but I can tell you I left stuffed. The best part is the price. I can't tell you how reasonable it is for the quality and amount of food you get - along w/the special feeling of being a select few who is dining there that night. I can't wait to go back.

I went to Ko with my wife last night and we were WOWED! First off, I have to say that the reviewer below from 6/16 must have meant to give a review for Momofuku Noodle Bar (5 doors down) because Ko is the farthest thing from crowded (12 ppl per seating, 2 seatings per night). Anywho, Ko was just a fantastic, fun experience and the food was out of this world. They put such an interesting twist on all their food and everything was really just great. The service is stellar as there isn't a huge crowd. The place looks bear as it is small, has little decor, and simple backless stools. But the ambience doesn't matter as they make up for it with such creative, delicious dishes such as deep fried pork rib, shaved foie gras, and animal cracker ice cream with peaches and peach soda! I highly recommend this meal to any and all. Enjoy!

Very unique combinations for dishes. If you want to try eating something you’ve never had before this is the place to be. Very low key and casual atmosphere. Cooks range from indifferent to friendly depending on which one. Service is good with plates taken away briskly and servers not intruding on your conversation. All dishes are complex but sometimes the combo is too odd for me ie. duck heart with tofu and XO sauce. Others are amazingly sublime in how they come together ie animal cracker ice cream with peach soda, foie gras shavings on top of lychee, pinenut brittle, riesling gelee or scallops with pineapple. All ingredients are very fresh and the 12 dishes for the night (including 2 desserts) will leave you satisfied. I wouldn’t go here every night but it is an experience to be had if you can get the reservations on their website.

Highly recommended! Outstanding modern cuisine! Hands down the best meal of my life! Exceptional care was taken in the food preparation and the creation of each dish. Staff: very, very attentive. Atmosphere: Rocks… Unlike anything I’ve experienced in NYC. The clean lines of the interior and amazing playlist of tunes (I heard that were hand picked by the owner himself) put me at ease the moment I walked in. In response to previous reviews posted about this place being “crowded”— Dude, only 12 people can dine there at once! Crowded, please! I had three times as much room at the table as I would have at any other NYC restaurant! Plus, everyone sits in front of the chefs as they delicately prepared each course for you individually. Although my friends usually call me a “picky eater” when dinning out, I ate everything… yes, everything! If you are a “foodie”— this place is for you! I felt as if I was a food critic on Iron Chef America! In order to appreciate the experience, one must have an open mind… and an empty stomach! Do not miss out on this exciting experience! However, you need a fast modem and quick fingers to make a reservation to get in… only taken online via their website.

After the hassle of getting reservations, fighting the crowds outside, and the mobbed interior, the food was very very very disappointing. Bland, unimaginative and completely forgettable. Service was so-so. This restaurant and its chef belong in Williamsburg along with all the other overpriced and trendy junk. Avoid.

is everyone crazy in this city?!?! all of our friends claim this is the best dining experience they have ever had. further, all the reviewers praise this place, and i will say its a unique experience, from the way you have to get reservations, to their food presentation. however once the food hits your mouth its a complete disappointment. the food is bland, and while creative, not worth it. some dishes are good, but far from the best dining experience in THIS city.