Arrived at Kiko's with my partner for a celebratory event - my birthday! The interior (and the fireplace) gave off warm vibes. We were seated in an alcove towards the back, which was much quieter than the main dining area. Our waitress was knowledgeable and provided helpful suggestions about the menu. For drinks, I had the cloud chai, which had a perfect temperature for sipping, and provided fluffy feelings. For dinner, we ordered the Winter citrus salad, Thrice-fried chicken wings, Boston mackeral, and the Half-Duck nabe. We probably could've skipped an appetizer because the duck nabe was pretty filling. The salad's dressing was tasty and paired really with with the endive. Boston mackeral on toast was a nice light bite to pave the way to the entree. The fried chicken was perfectly crispy but in hindsight, I would save that for another meal where the entree was not a duck. As for the half-duck nabe, the soup was wonderful and comforting. The knife cut noodles were the perfect texture. The duck was served outside of the pot to not ruin the texture. I found the fat under the skin of the duck a bit much and tough to chew. The inside was a nice medium rare. We ended our night with a HK milk tea granita - refreshing, and not too sweet. read more

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Food here is on the heavier side but overall excellent flavor and textures. Honestly, 5 star for the dungeness crab alone. The ambiance is also so lovely and the service is so fast - we were in and out in less than 1.5 hours. Here's what we ordered - Dungeness crab (5/5): star of the show. umami, not too heavy, and wrapped in the nori with the avo and soy sauce was the perfect bite. I just wish they gave more nori wraps - Razor clams (4/5): I love razor clams and while these did not disappoint, they were also not my favorite. Still delicious, just wish it was a tad bit lighter on the sauce - Little gems salad (4.5/5): really enjoyed the flavors and umami of this salad, and it was nice to eat some veg. Also wish there was slightly less dressing - Tofu (2/5): the only miss -- the flavors just did not work well together and the sauce was EXTREMELY salty - Malfadine pasta (4/5): pasta was cooked perfectly al dente and the cheese cut the richness of the sauce. The sauce on its own was a bit heavy though - Lobster crispy rice (4/5): surprisingly this curry was lighter than the pasta sauce, so the dishes complemented each other well. The lobster was nice and juicy, and I loved the crisp of the rice. There didn't need to be so much not crisp rice on the inside though. I do feel like I have had similar dishes at other Thai restaurants before read more

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This was an amazing find. I came across this restaurant during a short visit to New York and it is now one of the places I recommend people to go. The inside is classy but overly formal. We started with the razor clams and they were really delicious and fresh with a citrusy juice and the sweetness from fruit. The Dungeness crab is a MUST try. You make your own handroll with this delightful creation and you'll have some more crab left to enjoy. The mafaldine pasta was delicous, we hesitated whether to get the truffle and it really didn't need it. It was umami and slightly creamy and the pasta has a great texture. The wings were also very tasty. Good to have one, but I'm not sure if I would get them with a smaller party size where I get more than one. The lobster crispy rice was amazing. The favorite one in our party. The crispy rice paired really well with the soup which was creamy and tasted almost like saffron and a distant lobster bisque. And the pieces of lobster were also on point. Even the addition of the peppers paired really well. I really enjoyed the duck soup, the soup tasted like a sweet sukiyaki broth and the udon was thick. The duck was cooked nicely but you had to eat it quick so it didn't overcook in the soup. My family didn't love this dish as much as the other ones but I did enjoy it. The granita dessert was very refreshing and tasty, a great way to finish such an enjoyable meal. I am excited to come back and try other dishes since I eyed them from our next table neighbors and they also looked very good. Server was super attentive and overall great service. read more

Kiko is a Manhattan Gem! Service was attentive yet not overpowering. Here is what we ordered: *Razor clams -- fresh, briny perfection. *Crab fat, crab & sushi rice -- rich, umami-packed, and unforgettable. *Thrice-fried chicken wings -- impossibly crispy and addictive. *Dry-aged striploin with egg yolk -- bold, silky, and melt-in-your-mouth good. Kiko hits all the right notes -- refined, creative, and downright delicious. Do note that it's super busy and tends to get pretty loud in the dining room. read more

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Fantastic service. Very cute restaurant as well. Food wasnt my alley as I'm not a fan of heavy butter taste. read more

Kiko - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Wow!! I came here one night without a reservation and they were able to seat us in 5 minutes. The vibe inside is really cozy and cute but elevated. And the food is really incredible. It's Asian fusion with a lot of really good and innovative seafood dishes. The standout dishes for me were the lobster crispy rice and the crab. Cannot wait to come back here soon! read more

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Upscale Thai leaning restaurant. We arrived early around 5 pm and were seated immediately on a Saturday night. I was surprised at the table availability for a downtown restaurant at this caliber. They had a full bar with a great cocktail list featuring a bunch of intriguing signature cocktails. They had one draft beer which was Asahi on the special dispensing machine. Large wine list too! We started with the chicory and cabbage salad. One of the best salads that I've ever had. It has an ultra earthy peanut and tahini dressing. A wonderful combination! Paired well with the bitterness of the chicory and cabbage as well as the acidity from the lime. For the main course, we shared the lobster crispy rice. Dish starts with a bed of tender rice and a top layer of perfectly crispy rice. It added an ideal crunch without any tough bites. It was topped with chunks of lobster, some herbs, and a few slices of pepper. The dish was finished with a pour of a frothy red curry sauce. A fun juxtaposition of textures throughout. Curry was rich with a light and airy texture. We also had the Berkshire pork as a main. This seemed like a Thai and Mexican fusion; sort of a Thai take on Al pastor. Incredibly juicy grilled pork. They selected a wonderful cut. Plated with sweet pineapple chunks and some herbs. Another flavorful and well diversified dish. For dessert, we shared one of the specialist: a pistachio tart topped with ripe dates. Crust was firm and crunch. Held the pastry together well. There was pistachio too ways. Bottom layer was like a typical sweet pie filling. Top layer was like a mousse. Dates on top were ripe and stood up to rest of the flavors. Service was attentive, accommodating, and knowledgeable. Pacing of the food was on point. The restroom I used was spacious and had accessibility bars. read more

After a month or so of hibernating without any restaurant excursions (a crime, I know), our night at Kiko was fabulous welcome back to the dining scene. The the vibes were warm and welcoming and food was as creative as it was tasty. We took an absurdly long time to deliberate because of how great everything on the menu looked (which our server did not seem thrilled with but she put up with us all the same) and at this point I think it's probably safe to say that you can't go wrong. I just happened to be a major sufferer of FOMO which makes decisions impossible and temporarily renders them far more dire than they actually are. All this means now is that we must return to try what we omitted. We came here at around 8:45 on a Saturday night. Despite being somewhat out of the way and in a neighborhood that is trying to make fetch happen and not yet succeeding, the place was packed and buzzing, and quite a bit larger than I expected upon first walking in. The decor is understated but inviting with lots of natural elements, neutrals, and warm lighting. We were seated all the way in the back which is like a cute extra nook that, if functionality allowed, could be awesome as a covered convertible space during the summer (but they didn't ask me for design advice, nor do I possess any credentials to offer it). Drink-wise, Kiko offers a super creative cocktail menu along with wine and other libations. Most of the cocktails are innovative and nuanced takes on classics, which somewhat resemble the traditions versions in specs but the ingredients are diverse and unique. I started with the Kiko Martini (Gin, Vermouth, Sake, Yuzu, Sea Lettuce) because I always start with a martini. This one was super crisp, notes of salt and citrus and umami, a lot going on but in a subtle way. The Kinome Negroni (Gin, Campari, Spanish Vermouth, Mandarin, Kinome) was also complex but not in a subtle way, the citrus notes from the mandarin and kinome blending beautifully with the campari to complement the gin. Also very seasonal, which was appreciated. Food-wise, as you already might guess from the drinks, Kiko's menu is generally new American with significant influence from several Asian styles of cooking, such that each dish offers familiar elements yet has a totally unique personality to it. They recommend that you split everything here -- which we would have done anyway -- as most of the dishes are served in such a way that facilitates sharing. Eats, below: Tuna tartare w/ takuan, scallion, crème fraîche and pommes allumettes: A I guess we were too excited to get started on our meal because I seem to have not captured a photo of this. An excellent dish to start with as far as waking up the palette goes, a great combo of textures and flavors. Chicory and red cabbage salad w/ peanut-tahini and lime dressing, dukkah, herbs: A This had all elements of the perfect winter salad. Crispy and bitter winter greens, nuttiness, sweetness, and citrus. And colorful, too! Maine lobster crispy rice w/ Athai chili, red curry, meyer lemon and basil: A+ This was one of the dishes mentioned as a standout in just about every review I read prior to coming here, and now you can add mine to the list. Not only was it unlike anything I had ever tried before, but it was next-level flavorful and delicious. Short rib w/ preserved peppers and perilla: A One of the simpler dishes on the menu -- at least in presentation -- but less can be more with something like short rib when seasoned/marinated/etc well because it holds its own without much fluff around it. The subtle rustic/herby elements here just serving to showcase the flavors of the meat. Broccolini w/ miso bagna cauda: A We honestly didn't need this as it turns out because we had plenty of food, but it felt weird to order the short rib on its own without a side so that's how we ended up with the broccolini. I had never tried bagna cauda before and it was super tasty and would probably pair well with other types of roasted veggies as well. read more

Went here for the New Year's Eve pre fix. Everything was tasty and the restaurant was beautiful. The service was also great. A nice cozy vibe. read more

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I'll cut to the chase - food is delicious and unique. Ambiance was homey and warm. However, what stands out like a sore thumb from my experience was the service. I got to Kiko for my late dinner reservation. I arrived early and was waiting for my +1. We were told our table wasn't quite ready, which was fine to start and we ordered some cocktails. Cocktails were great, but what wasn't great was waiting 30 minutes to get seated. It was a pretty disappointing experience service-wise. My friend and I ended up chatting and catching up, but I was really taken aback by how long it took to get seated and to order. Another downside to this restaurant is it is quite loud inside as well. I could feel myself shouting/raising my voice trying to talk to my friend. It's a bit of a bummer. Again, I really enjoyed the food but have to knock the rating down by two stars because of how long the wait was despite showing up to our reservation on time. read more

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Visited on a Tuesday evening with a 5:30 PM reservation. The restaurant started relatively quiet but filled up by 8 PM. Their cocktail program is a highlight, with creative Japanese twists on classics like the Kinome Negroni and martini. Standout Dishes: - Chicken wings were absolutely delicious - my top pick of the night - Dungeness crab with DIY Nori rolls was quite good - Berkshire pork chop had excellent flavor Disappointments: - Duck Nabe was overpriced with small, sparse portions - Malfadine pasta was tiny considering the price point We spent around $500 for four people (including pre-dinner cocktails), which felt steep given the inconsistent portion sizes and dish quality. The service was solid, and the cocktails were a bright spot. Pros: - Creative cocktail menu - Interesting Japanese-inspired flavor profiles - Good service Cons: - Expensive - Inconsistent portion sizes - Some dishes don't justify their price point Recommendation: Worth trying for the unique culinary experience, but be prepared for a potentially pricey evening. Best for those who appreciate inventive cuisine and don't mind splurging.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ read more

Kiko was really good! High quality service and beautiful atmosphere. The food was really good but very expensive. The lobster sticky rice with a Thai curry was a really unique dish. The lobster was a little tough but they gave a decent amount. The mushroom mafaldine noodle was really yummy probably my favorite dish. The short rib croquette was very flavorful. And the pork was well cooked and came with grilled pineapple that was really flavorful. read more

Kiko - Pork - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Short recommendations- Pork Secreto, Lobster Crispy Rice, Broccoli, Nabe if price doesn't matter I was at this classy place recently with a group. It feels like a place that would work as a date night but also as a night just to have a little fancy meal at the bar in front or otherwise. The menu is unique with some Japanese influences, some influences from other Asian countries (such as especially Thailand and Korea) and some other themes. The biggest issue of this place isn't the food at all which was overall outstanding with all of the meats cooked perfectly but whether it was worth it for the price point with some dishes being ridiculously tasty and definitely worth it and other ones definitely not. The service was friendly and the water was refilled when needed along with other things being done. To drink I had a Nashi Highball for $22 with Japanese whisky, sherry, ginger, and pear cider. Nashi refers to pear and the drink was nice with some pear flavor but not too much along with some spice and a light bite from the alcohol. It was also sparkling which was unique for a highball and I enjoyed it and was worth it for the price point. The best of the night which was the Berkshire Pork Secreto for $42 with coconut and condensed milk marinade and spicy pineapple. The two different styles of thickness for the pork added some nice texture and whether it was the fattier pieces of less so, it was cooked perfectly. The spicy pineapple was wonderful acting similar to a kimchi which helped with the richness of the pork and there was also some greens to go with the dish. I would highly recommend this dish and if I was to go back and was ordering solo, I would definitely get this again. For the same price was the Maine Lobster Crispy Rice with Thai chili, red curry, Meyer lemon, and basil which was also solid. There was plenty of tender tasty lobster and the curry had a good mix of sweetness and heat along with the usual herb blend found in said curry with some extra heat when wanted thanks to the sliced Thai chili. The outside of the rice had a good amount of crispiness though the inside of the rice lacked said texture which I presume was a choice to mop up the very good quality curry and I'm not sure if it worked, but it was still good. This was very solid though I preferred the pork pretty heavily. We also got the Broccoli Di Cicco for $18 with miso bagna cauda around the same time as the pork. The vegetable was very well roasted especially with the little bits of over-charred broccoli with the sauce adding a unique nice salty sweet flavor which went well with the dish. This was a fine side dish and would be good to have with either of the two main dishes above as a refreshing bite and the portion size was decent. Less expensive of the mains and probably my least favorite of the dishes was the Mafaldine for $34 with hano donko shiitake, black maitake, fermented black bean, and brown butter. The flavor wasn't bad but it was lacking the fermented bean paste and wasn't as mushroom focused as I would have liked. The grated cheese on top added some richness and the pasta was cooked nicely al dente but for comparison, I preferred for instance the cheaper and better pasta from Hortus as the Asian inspired flavors were more pronounced. There was also the Double R Ranch Flanken Short Rib for $55 with preserved peppers and perilla. The dish had a handful of very tender pieces of short rib and the preserved peppers (Jimmy Nardello I believe) added a good earthiness along with the perilla leaves. While the flavor was good, I found the price a bit excessive and I think this dish was a bit more one note compared to the rest of the mains. Last was the Half Duck Nabe for $72 (!) with spicy sesame and soy milk broth and hand torn noodles. Along with said listed ingredients, said dish also had some pork slices and some cabbage along with other veggies which was added to the broth as well. The duck came in two ways with a good amount of grounded duck which was on the bottom of the broth along with 10 or so pieces of sliced duck which was cooked on the rarer end of medium rare and they recommended cooking it in the broth for longer if it is too rare. The broth was unexpectedly spicy being much hotter than any other nabe I have had (which I liked) and had good richness and nuttiness to it. The slices of pork belly and the duck on the bottom were very tender and it was very necessary to cook the extra pieces in said broth as otherwise it was a bit too chewy while the noodles had good texture again. This was an excellent nabe but the price point is a bit prohibitive for the quality and it should come with the koshihikari rice if it's going to be this pricey. For the price point, everything needs to be outstanding and if everything was as good as the pork/lobster, I'd highly recommend this place but it's not unfortunately. Cautionary 4 read more

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This beautiful restaurant is located in Tribeca. We first sat in the dining room, but it was a bit too loud, so we moved to the high-top seating by the bar, which turned out to be really nice. Dinner started strong with the crab nori dish, and from there everything just kept getting better. A standout was the lobster crispy rice, the curry was rich and creamy, and the rice had the perfect crisp without sticking to your teeth. For dessert, we had their special pistachio fig tart with matcha cream, and it was absolutely incredible...easily the highlight of the night and such a happy ending to the meal. The service was very attentive as well! read more

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Wonderful experience and the best service I've had in a long time! I felt so well taken care of for 2.5 hours. And in the lightest and most carefree way. The space is also modern and cozy. With dim lighting that sets a chill vibe. All of the tables were full at when we arrived at 8, and it stay pretty buzzy until about 9:30. Everything was pretty tasty. The real highlights for me were: - Thrice Fried Chicken Wings - Crunchy, lightly sauced outside and the moist meat falls right off the bone. Don't forget to squeeze the lime on it, it really adds a pop. - Maine Lobster Crispy Rice - A nice sized serving of flavorful rice topped with marble sized chunks of lobster. - Chicory & Red Cabbage Salad - The peanut flavor seals the deal and ties this simple and crunchy salad together read more

Kiko is an instant superstar. The food is unique and delicious. The service is great, attentive and personal without being intrusive. The vibe is downtown all the way, but not in a crazy way so it is safe to bring grandma. The cocktails are stellar and the wine list is thoughtfully put together with some great selections. So make a reservation if you can. read more

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We loved kikos!!! Our server was kim we had a bunch of dietary restrictions but she hit it out of the park. Food was very tasty, just wish they had a few more options menu is a bit limited. Overall loved and would definitely be back. read more

Kiko - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Went here for dinner on a Friday night. The interior of the restaurant was really nice and high end. The food itself was experimental and Asian fusion. Honestly not a big fan of the food especially given the price. But the pasta was pretty good and service was super friendly. The waitress gave us a helpful rundown of the menu and recommendations. read more

Kiko - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Beautiful interior with an unexpected sunroom in the back that makes you feel like you're sitting in a sunroom of a fancy apartment. We ordered the Iberico pork as well as the nabe and these two were the standout dishes. Nabe was very expensive for what was offered but it was delicious and reminded us of meals in Japan. Food was good overall but I'd say is overpriced and you can find similar quality for less elsewhere in nyc read more

Kiko - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Puzzled. Magazine and online reviews were mostly positive. Nice ambiance and friendly service. Drinks were very good. Food? Disappointing. Chicken wings were crispy for sure but had a weird looking green covering and just tasted funny. A salad was nothing special. The dry aged sirloin was NOT melting in my mouth, as someone else described. It was fighting with me, grizzle and all. Prices were high and value simply wasn't there. Maybe we should have ordered other dishes, but if it's on the menu and priced high, it should be amazing. That, alas, it wasn't. read more

Top pic in NYC. Made the trek from UWS and happened onto this place. Lovely atmosphere, including fire lit entry. Tried the yelp favorite dishes of lobster rice and pork dish. Waiter also suggested a dunguness crab starter. Cocktails were also creative and verde margarita was so tasty. Fabulous experience! read more

One of the best meals I have had this year! The passionate drink was delightfully fruity. The wings were some of the best I have ever had and the crab that you make into little sushi bites was a real treat to my pallet. The service was top notch and the ambiance was so warm and inviting. I don't understand why this place isn't more booked up. If you are looking for an amazing meal definitely go to KIKO you will not be disappointed. read more

Kiko - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Really interesting food and bar program. I feel like they're really close to something truly great. Flavors are excitingly novel - their Mango Sticky Rice cocktail has Mezcal and works remarkably well. I had what was probably the best hot toddy of my life here, which features Sochu, and was created by the welcoming bartender who served me. I tried the Pork Secreto, which was also quite good although the pork was a touch over cooked and the frid yuca? side was a little odd. I'd want to visit a few more times to get a better feel of the overall menu. Ambience is excellent. Worth trying if you like bold southeast Asian flavors - fresh greens like mint, sweet chili and fish sauce, etc. read more

Overall it was a great experience. - Decor: Minimal, modern with warm tones. I loved the fireplace near the front bar. - Service- Excellent! Attentive staff but not overbearing. -Food: Very good with lots of flavor. The gem salad (their version of a Caesar but with Asian influence) was delicious, The chicken wings were crispy, juicy and not greasy. - Price & Portion Size: Portions are too small to warrant the price. $23 for 3 chicken wings! $52 for lobster crispy rice, etc. While I loved the food (not the portions) I would only return for a special occasion bc the prices are too steep. read more

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Where to begin? Went to Kiko for date night and we were blown away! The ambiance is cozy and the restaurant itself is gorgeous. To eat, we had the Dungeness crab, chicken wings, lobster crispy rice, and mafaldine. All of the food was amazing and we were absolutely stuffed - even had to take home most of the mafaldine which we enjoyed for lunch the next day. The staff were super attentive, constantly refilling our waters, taking away empty dishes as soon as we were done, and checking to see if we needed anything. We will be back! read more

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Fantastic Asian fusion spot in Hudson Park! The service is spectacular and detail oriented. The food is creative yet rooted in tradition. You can tell they've put a lot of thought into the ambiance, which is classy and refined but not pretentious. read more

Cute place for a date night, dark cozy ambiance! I would come back for drinks but I would skip the food - everything was very mediocre for the price, flavors were very muted the only thing that was flavorful were the chicken wings but there was not too much chicken on the wing I was just eating the fried skin. Our waiter was delightful and the bartenders were very nice as well! read more

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The menu has options that work for different tastes and needs. Great visual appeal is undermined by heavy-handed salting. I enjoy the atmosphere they've created and their food offerings. Everyone was friendly and personable. This restaurant stands out in the city landscape. read more

It's clear the pedigree is there. The decor and the layout of the place reflect that. The service is also friendly but not without a few minor hiccups; it's the first few days of opening so it's understandable. The cocktails are Japanese inspired. That's always a good thing when it comes to cocktails in my opinion so no complaints there. The wine list is your standard NY deal: 2 to 2.5 times retail with decent selection. The food is where they lose me. There is an identity crisis. Everything is not quite Thai Japanese Chinese Korean American? Some of the signature dishes like the chicken wings are difficult to eat and the batter around the chicken is mushy because it's too thick and fried at wrong temp or not double fried. The short rib had too much of a burnt flavor and a bit tough. The highlight was the lobster crispy rice dish and the crab appetizer with nori. The price point for crispy rice and curry with lobster is a bit high but the flavors are there. The nori and crab is a well established combo in Japanese cuisine. The sides were also great because of simple prep with interesting Asian flavor kicks. The better dishes were ones that didn't try to do too much or felt familiar with twists that were well executed. The chicken wings, for example, there are too many that are done perfectly in NY and establishments that thrive on chicken like Cocodaq or a hundred other Korean fried chicken spots; the flaws thus become amplified. Overall it's 3.5 stars but I'm rounding up since it's their opening week. read more

Excellent food Fun atmosphere Good service All around good experience Interesting menu read more

A very pleasant meal and nice ambience. The food was enjoyable and drinks were good. The salad and dessert were good. The mains were not outstanding for its price but enjoyable. A nice meal overall read more

We had an amazing meal. All of the cocktails were excellent. We tried several including their spirit-free cocktails, and all of them were unique and each were great. The service was super attentive and prompt. And the food was truly excellent. We particularly enjoyed the oysters, croquettes, the dungeness crab in the shell, and the lobster with crispy rice. Definitely highly recommend. read more

Great food, great service from the waitress and a decent ambiance. The overall restaurant service and management is something in question. Be very careful of their cancelation policy on Resy. I had booked a reservation on both the 9th and 10th of January at the same time and requested the restaurant to cancel the reservation on the 9th via email (no phone number to call). I made it clear that I was unable to attend on the 9th but was looking forward to dining there on the 10th. I did not hear back from the restaurant, so I canceled my reservation the day of, and was charged a $50 fee. The following day, I attended my reservation on time and kindly let the hostess know my issue as soon as I arrived. I suggested reducing $50 from the bill or simply refunding the original form of payment. I was flexible in how the situation was handled; I just wanted to be made whole. I was told they would notify the manager and that she would handle the situation. Prior to ordering the food, I had also let my waitress know who replied with a similar response. After we had eaten dinner, the manager and owner (Lina) came to tell us that we would not be getting any type of refund and was unwilling to compromise at all. Had I known this would be the case prior to my meal, I wouldn't have dined there. It's surprising that the restaurant doesn't reply via email, has no phone number to contact and doesn't call to check if the customer will be attending the reservation the following day. Furthermore, it's odd that the restaurant wouldn't question why the same person has a reservation two days in a row at the same time for the same number of people. Mind blowing that the restaurant owner wouldn't compromise after spending $350+ for a party of two people. The manager was completely inflexible, unwilling to cooperate and could have easily figured out multiple solutions to make us whole. Throughout our conversation, she went off on a tangent about how three other customers have had similar requests, how her and her husband are hard workers etc. Instead of simply deducting the $50 from the bill, the restaurant will have to now deal with my credit card company. read more

Amazing - must get the lobster fried rice! Service was great and the interior is beautiful.