KYU

Kyu NYC was great. Vibe was cool. service was not in your face which can sometimes get annoying. Was pretty quiet on a sunday night in nyc but that was perfect for us celebrating my wife's birthday.The food: We ordered the Filet Mignon, Fried chicken, and broccoli. Everything was delicious. The filet cooked perfectly and very flavorful. The kimchi had some kick to it but also very tasty. The chicken was not exactly what I expected for korean fried chicken but it was also very delicious. It had good flavor and was tender and juicy. Some other reviewers said it was bland which I did not agree with at all even if you're eating it without the sauce. For dessert of course we ordered the cinnamon roll. It could have been softer, but it was a great dessert, sweet but not overly sweet like cinnabun or something like that.The only complaint was the drinks. 2 of the most popular drinks on the menu were unavailable. One was their moscow mule which is so simple that I wonder why it was unavailable on a quiet sunday evening. I ended up ordering the Roshi's island seasonal drink, it's basically a coconut flavored mojito but it was a big disappointment. Not only was the flavor really muted, the drink seemed watered down and if I'm spending over $20 on a freaking mojito it should be amazing.

Yikes. I try to stay away from leaving negative reviews and focus on offering positive praise when i have great dining experiences. Every now and then I leave a negative when it's something I wish somebody else would've told me before choosing to dine at a certain place. The TLDR is if you want an extraordinarily overpriced dinner with very very subpar Asian fusion, in a space that is very large and pretty empty/dead - then you will love this place. Came with a group of 5 on a Thursday night. We had been to a few places around the corner on Bond street prior, all of which had really nice crowds and good energy for a Thursday night. We walked into KYU and it was crickets. Massive space - maybe 30 tables - 3 or 4 of which were seated. Not a good sign out of the gate. Figured we could still have a nice night if the food was really great. But it wasn't. Which is a tough pill to swallow given how many other great Asian fusion options there are in NYC (Tao, Nobu, Bond Street etc the list goes on). Everything we ordered was honestly just okay. From the crispy rice to the tartar to the duck to the short rib - nothing was bad but honestly nothing was great. The icing on the cake was the price. Appetizers in the $35-40 range. Entrees in the $50-70 range. Ended up being over $150 a person and we didn't even drink much / no desserts / didn't order a crazy amount of food. Overall very disappointing combination of empty restaurant with low energy, really uninspiring food and crazy price points. There are so so many other good spots in this area - wouldn't recommend wasting your time (or $$) at this one.

KYU in NYC brings bold Asian fusion flavors in a cozy, intimate setting that's perfect for a night out. The cocktails? Spot on--balanced and creative. The salmon crispy rice was a standout, with perfectly crisp rice and melt-in-your-mouth salmon. Tuna tataki was fabulous--the vegetables added a fresh, bright balance.The short rib, while more brisket-like in texture, still delivered on flavor. The sweet potato was a bit too rich for my liking, and the duck confit rice left me wanting more oomph--definitely skippable.What really tied the experience together was the warm, attentive service and thoughtful recommendations. Add in the inviting decor, and KYU is a solid pick for inventive Asian fusion--just stick to the hits for a truly great meal.

Went for Happy Hour over the summer 2024. The cocktails were amazing as well as the appetizers. The bar was a bit small but lovely. Bartender was great.

KYU is a great spot to hit up for a nicer dinner. I liked the dark space with its comfy seats and the fascinating bar. The restaurant appeared to prefer having us choose the pre fixe menu but we couldn't because of a gluten intolerance. The menu was slightly confusing for that aspect as there were several dishes listed as not gluten free but were actually fine or were available with tamari instead of soy sauce. We got way too many plates but everything was super rich. We tried a sweet potato desert made with tons of sugar. It might be the best thing I've eaten in a long time. Overall, I'd recommend KYU because of its diverse menu, good drinks, and cool aesthetic.

Can't wait to go back again. The ambiance is very nice inside. It really gives a luxurious vibe. This is a good place to bring someone special for a memorable meal. The crispy tuna rice is a delicious twist on traditional sushi rolls and the beef short rib is a must for me.

I picked this restaurant for my birthday for a reason, it's my favorite asian inspired restaurant. Everything is made so well and it never tastes any different than the last time I came. My first experience with Kyu was in Miami and I became hooked since then. I tried out the NYC one and it was just as good. Must haves:Krunchy kaleTuna crispy riceStone pot fried riceShort ribKorean fried chickenCan do without:Japanese sweet potato (too sweet with the sugar added)Sesame noodlesRoasted cauliflower I love this place and will be back!

We stopped in for drinks. Great bartenders w friendly service. We had pink puppy, passion martini n n Chardonnay next time we'll have to come back for the bbq. The night we went there was great positive energy. Everyone happy to be there.

Came here on a weeknight, and it was pretty busy! Would recommend getting a reservation beforehand. Ordered a bunch on the menu, mostly meats! Everything tasted so lovely, and the portion sizes were generous. The dishes were also plated very nicely, which I appreciated!Steak - definitely my favorite, the steak was very tender and cooked perfectly. Octopus - also very good, not overcooked and the sauce was light. Beef tartare - personally not my favorite, but the presentation was nice, and if you like beef tartare it might be good! Bathroom and interior was clean. A bit pricey, but I would come again!

Cool, dark space with tons of tables. A lot of staff to ensure smooth dining. Food was good - port buns were delish as was the fried chicken - we could have eaten a lot of of that. Crudo was fresh and tender. Crispy rice with tuna was good. Spare ribs were flavorful and sticky - we could have used wipes. Shishito peppers were ok, didn't have a single spicy one. Duck fried rice was oddly addicting. I enjoyed the texture more than the flavor.A pricey meal, but a delicious experience.