Came in for a pre mothers day dinner with the fam. The staff was so accommodating. They were completely booked and offered to allow us dine at their waiting area space which offered comfy couches and table. We gratefully accepted the offer. To start I ordered the raspberry frozen margarita and my daughter ordered a mojito-mocktail. The establishment offers small bite/ tapas style dishes. We ordered way too many dishes; cucumber salad, poke bowl, stick ribs, dumplings, octopus, truffle mac n cheese, and tuna with crispy rice squares. All of the dishes had incredible flavor; my faves were the sticky ribs and poke bowl. read more

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This place was such a great last minute find! To start off, our server, Rachel, was phenomenal. Really knowledgeable about the menu and super nice! To start, we got the raspberry mojito and raspberry nojito- both were delicious, bright, and refreshing. For dinner, we got the crispy tuna rice (literally my favorite to date - so flavorful and loved the ability to create my own tuna to rice ratio), truffle Mac (heavy but delicious), K pop chicken (flavor was great but a little bit of a tough exterior), and the cauliflower (good - loved that they didn't slather it in sauce)! We wrapped up with the crème brûlée cheesecake. I personally wasn't a fan but my friend loved it! I wasn't crazy about the texture and temperature differences at play! read more

Everything about Koré is phenomenal. The food is delicious, the vibes are spot on, and the service goes above and beyond. If you're looking for a meal to remember, this is the spot. I highly recommend making a reservation! While they do take walk-ins, this spot can get busy even on weekdays. If you can't find a time that you like on OpenTable, set a notification for the time you want! I did that and ended up getting lucky with a cancellation the day before. It's pretty easy to find street parking nearby, and there is an attached free lot as well, though it does fill up quickly. I met up with two friends for our Saturday evening reservation, and we were seated right away. read more

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WOW YALL, I can't believe I slept on Kore so long! My wife & I met up with our besties & fellow Yelpies Amanda M & TJ M for an 8:15 Sunday dinner & were served by the incredibly friendly & enthusiastic Kensington. She took a good 5 mins to welcome us as newbies & go over all the highlights. We each started off with a cocktail from their extensive drink menu. I had the Beluga which was a deliciously sweet gin based drink heavy with lychee. I don't remember what everybody else had but we all tasted each others drinks & they were all solid. Between the four of us we probably sampled half the food menu but if I had to pick just two faves I'd go with the Salmon Don & the kimchi bacon risotto though it's REALLY hard to narrow it because everything here was exceptional. Every time something new was placed on the table & eaten somebody said "this is so good" I'd go so far as to say that Kore deserves all the praise that Noko up the street receives. The atmosphere is more fun & laid back, the food is just as good with some of the same creativity & inspiration, the drinks are better & the service is exceptional. I will be back & will bring more people to try Kore because they are doing everything right. Get down there & eat yall! read more

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I about to become a regular here. The food is so flavorful. I loved the crispy tuna, and the k pop chicken. I can't wait to go back so I can try everything on the menu. Everything is shareable so they recommend 2-4 plates person. We for about 5 dishes for 2 ppl and it was plenty. They are a craft cocktail bar and everything was amazing. Service was fantastic. Shout out to our server, Kensington, she has great energy and gave us awesome recommendations. This is a great place to meet friends or have a fun date night. There is bar seating, couches and tables. The vibes are great to chilling and hanging out. They also have a private parking lot so that takes the stress out of parking. But the spots are sort of small so I can see it filling up fast. Can't wait to go back. read more

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Came here with some work colleagues and was pleased to say the least. We definitely spent a pretty penny, but was well worth it. Be prepared to do the same especially if you want to indulge in multiple dishes (and even accommodating for a party greater than 2-3 folks.) We didn't have to wait because we had a reservation in place the day prior. We had the time at 7:30pm on a Saturday night. No problems there. Our server was also very friendly and attentive (his name is Travis). He made sure to give us our time/privacy to chat but also showed face to fill our cups, clear our dirty dishes, and make sure we were cared for. Most importantly, the food/drinks. Although portion wise they are on the smaller side, you are paying for the quality over quantity. We ordered: Mi Cucumbers, K-Pop Chicken, Sticky Rib, Duck Tacos, Truffle Mac and Cheese, Gnocchi, and a few cocktails on top. I had the "Kore-Anita" and was happy with it. Definitely would get again if I weren't trying anything else. Lastly, seating inside was fair. Not too large but also didnt feel too small. Again, my party was a size of 4 and I already thought that was "larger" than the average parties I saw in there at the time. Definitely a place for a date. Would recommend. My personal rating: 4.6/5 read more

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I came here with work colleagues on a business trip. We were able to make a reservation for a Saturday evening, and boy, did we need one. It was hoppin' in there! We went on a rainy evening at around 6pm and it was busy. While we were waiting for our seats, we saw so many delicious plates of food and unique drinks. We knew it was going to be hard to choose! Thankfully, the two ladies I went with had been before, so they were able to help me in choosing. We decided to get a few plates for the table and share. This is definitely an elevated tapas/dim sum/small plates spot. We went with the truffle mac & cheese, mi cucumber,k-pop chicken, sticky rib, crispy tuna + rice, and the scallops. Between the three of us, this was sufficient in terms of food. The plates vary in terms of quantity/size. For example, the k-pop chicken had a decent amount but for the scallops there were only three with the order. For drinks I tried the Blackberry Rye and the Hibiscus Bubbles. I love when rye whiskey and fruit are mixed, it is absolutely delicious. And then the bubbles drink was just fun. It tasted good and also had these cool bubbles on top. Very fun and funky. We enjoyed our meal but in true busy spot fashion, we had to vacate at around the 1.5 hour mark because they had another reservation coming in. While I ubered, there seems to be parking close by. All in all, this was a really fun (and expensive) experience. Definitely worth it in my opinion. I am trying to figure out how to get back to Nashville just so I can go here again. read more

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I was in town for work for the week and this was our last celebratory dinner with just one of my colleagues and I and I wish I had found this place. We had too many meetings. Anyways we came in knowing bar seating was our only option after calling and found only one seat available. Staff were so kind that they pulled up a second barstool and had some people scooted down which everybody was happy to do. Gotta love how polite it is in the south. Jen the bartender was phenomenal. We started with some cocktails a lychee martini and I forget what my friend ordered. Loved these. Then we asked Jen what she liked. She gave us all the customer favorites and added hers into the mix. I think we based our whole dinner on her recs and if you're reading this yall should do the same. This is tapas style to expect to order a few things. We got the broccolini (5/5), salmon don bowl (4.5/5) only bc the rice filled me up and I needed room for more delicious things, kimchi bacon risotto 6/5 tbh the best thing we had IMO, sticky ribs (5/5) and we capped it with the caramel dessert. Start to finish this was an awesome meal with great staff and incredible food. The inside is so cute you can tell it is well loved in the neighborhood. read more

Kore - Salmon don bowl - Asian Fusion Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

First time here and it was great! Natasha was our server and she had the most amazing drink suggestions. Travis told us all the tasting notes in the food and London the manager was extremely attentive and thoughtful, she even sent a second truffle Mac and cheese(amazing) out for the table. I can't wait to bring family and friends back. The cucumber salad was one of the best I've ever had. read more

Kore - Tuna crispy rice, k bop chicken, scallops, dumplings and cucumber salad - Asian Fusion Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Delicious food, trendy restaurant. It was completely packed and busy the entire time. Our waitress was fantastic. We had the cauliflower, duck tacos, K-pop chicken, gnocchi and truffle Mac & cheese. It was all great but our favorites were the duck tacos, K-pop chicken and truffle Mac & cheese. Definitely recommend but also suggest making a reservation like we did. read more

We've made Korè Nashville our regular Wednesday night date spot, and it never disappoints. If you go, sit at the bar and take advantage of the happy hour--that's the move. The pricing is basically cut in half, and it lets you try a bunch of different things without breaking the bank. We usually order one of everything on the happy hour menu for each of us, plus extras. The tuna tartare is our favorite by far--we always get three to share. The crispy rice with it is unreal. I like to dip the crispy rice in the cucumber salad dressing and then stack it with the tuna... next level. The gem salad, cucumber salad, and K-pop chicken are all outstanding too. We usually just get one K-pop chicken to share since it's rich, but it's seriously good. The vibe is trendy and busy, especially at peak times, so get there early. It can get a little loud, but that's part of the energy. One heads up: if you're not sitting at the bar, you won't get the happy hour specials--and that's where the real value is. Great food, great atmosphere, and one of the best midweek date night spots we've found. read more

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Love Kore for some good quality Asian fusion food in east Nashville! They have a pretty good happy hour deal (bar only). Beer was $5, wine $7, and cocktails were $8. I love the capri moons they had, which were essentially adult capri suns and they actually come in a capri sun bag. I also tried the lychee martini, which is a little less sweet than the lychee capri moon. In the happy hour, they also had food specials which ranged from $3-$10. The spicy tuna crispy rice is a must get if you like raw tuna. It was so fresh and paired well with the crispy rice. The K-pop chicken was really delicious, good flavors, and perfectly fried. The cucumbers were refreshing. The sauce was really good and I think it had sesame oil, but whatever that was, wow, get me a glass of that sauce. read more

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Ate here a little while ago with a friend and we tried a number of dishes: - Crispy tuna: super fresh and tasty - Caulifower: well cooked, but just okay - Stick ribs: these were good but not exceptional - Kalbi dumplings: well seasoned filling, probably one my favorite dishes we had - K pop chicken: also good, but not exceptional Overall, liked a few of the dishes but many were not as good as I would have liked/were underwhelming so not sure I will be back. Nevertheless, the service was great and the vibe of this place was very cool. read more

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Kore is one of my fave date night spots we just keep coming back to! The food is delicious and hits the spot every time. Staff is friendly and attentive, and food always comes out pretty quickly. My favorites are the Crispy Tuna, Octopus, and the gojuchang gnocchi! Cockatils are also constituency good and reasonable prices compared to other restrauteants in the area. Glasses on the drinks light up and I kinda love the mood it creates. It can get busy, but you can usually get lucky with a seat at the bar. read more

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Wow. Kore does not disappoint. I dined here with my partner on a Saturday night. We made reservations (highly recommended due to their popularity). Service was fast and friendly, and both drinks and food were delicious. My favorite was the k-pop chicken, beef tartar, and himachi crudo. The k-pop chicken was a pop of fantastic flavor with crispy outsides, even though it was smothered in sauce. Beef tartar comes with this light, crunchy nori and a delightful whipped uni that brings an unexpected twist to the overall flavors of the dish. Don't miss out on the Hamachi Crudo either. Soft, silky fish covered in a creamy, mouthwatering sesame sauce. I will order two next time...because I don't want to share! Lastly, I ordered a seasonal fall Manhattan that had a baking spice undertone that was balanced and well-crafted. My only warning about the restaurant is the noise level. It's LOUD, especially once it fills up with people. With the background noise, it made it hard to hear those around me...even if they are only sitting across the table from me. I found myself having to shout to have a conversation. We will be back, but maybe try and pick times that it won't be so loud. read more

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Absolutely one of my best meals in all of TN. Tapas style dining with a 100% Asian influence. Started off with a Yuzu and Bourbon Manhattan. We were a party of 6 and our more than wonderful waitress named Kensington suggested that we order two dishes per person and share. This ended up being a perfect recommendation. We did the sticky rib, k-pop chicken, cucumbers, plantain, beef dumplings, truffle Mac and cheese, gnocci, and crispy tuna. Every single dish was fantastic. They have their own parking lot, a big plus as well! Make reservations as it can get busy for good reason! Great vibe and now a permanent spot on my must eat at list. read more

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One of my favorite places to grab dinner in Nashville. They have a bunch of fun cushion takes on some staple Asian dishes. The sticky ribs are a must. read more

Food here delicious. Some items shareable since it is small bite tapas plate. Came during happy hours. Wish they did happy hour menu dine in also instead of bar seat only. Place is small and intimate. Easy to find. Some Parking lot near by. Waiter was great and attentive. read more

After enjoying MiKitchen a few times, I was excited to check out their new sister restaurant, Koré. Ben and I love to sample a variety of dishes, so the tapas-style menu was right up our alley. Highlights: * The duck tacos were a standout -- incredibly crispy shell with a beautifully balanced filling. * The gnocchi was fluffy, chewy, and melt-in-your-mouth good. Ben even said it was the best gnocchi we've ever had. * Mimiga (crispy pig's ear) was surprisingly addictive. * Both the Kalbi steak and sticky ribs were flavorful and tender. A few dishes were fun to try but likely won't make our repeat list: the plantains, scallops, octopus, and crème brûlée cheesecake. Service was top-notch -- very attentive, and we appreciated one of the co-owners being present and graciously checking on tables. If you're looking for a new spot to explore, I'd highly recommend giving Koré a try. read more

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Wow this place is great! The food was so tasty, literally everything we ordered 5 stars! Also, we really enjoyed the cocktails and the service was good. Only downfall is parking, there is a lot across the street you can park in or it's street parking. read more

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Tucked in East Nashville, this cozy gem offers elevated Korean- and Japanese-inspired small plates with a modern twist--perfectly paired with expertly crafted cocktails. It's a sophisticated yet approachable spot that feels right at home in the East Nashville scene. The menu features bold, flavorful dishes like Szechuan stir-fry udon, spicy gochujang creations, garlic gnocchi, hamachi crudo, and braised octopus with yuzu aioli. For something a bit more familiar, you can't go wrong with the K-pop fried chicken wings or the truffle mac and cheese--both are crowd-pleasers. They're also thoughtful about dietary needs, offering options for vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free diners. Don't miss their playful signature drink--the "Capri Moon," a soju-based adult Capri Sun. Yuzu and lychee are my go-to flavors. Pro tip: check if happy hour is available and grab a seat at the bar for the best experience. Whether you're here for the food, the drinks, or both, this spot is perfect for a stylish date night or a relaxed evening out. The warm, welcoming vibe seals the deal. read more

We practically ordered everything on the menu and my advice? Order everything. You can't go wrong with any of the items. The staff was very attentive and one of the managers gave us extra food/ recommendations. This place felt super homey but still upscale. My favorite spot during my trip to Nashville. 12/10 would recommend read more

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This is the best place we ate at in Nashville and we already can't wait to come back!! Everything we had was so freakin' delicious! We were looking for places to eat and stumbled across this restaurant. Korean-fusion tapas style? Count us in! It was Valentine's Day weekend so they were fully booked all weekend, but we were fortunate enough to be able to dine at the couch. Yes, you read that right. It was such a unique dining experience. The restaurant has two couches set up in an "L" shape and a large coffee table in front of it. From the decor, lighting, the music, and even the small things like the light up ice cube in the alcoholic beverages, this place was such a vibe. We ordered the crispy rice and tuna, k-pop chicken, gochujang gnocchi, kimchi bacon risotto, gochujang mole, kalbi steak, and basque cheesecake. Oh, brother... all of the dishes were a 5/5. Kalbi steak was sliced thin and each piece was super tender and covered in a sweet sauce. My wife doesn't eat much steak and she absolutely loved this one. This will be the dish I will always be craving. The k-pop chicken was insanely good as well. It was crunchy and coated in a sweet & spicy sauce. It's like bb.q chicken but better! I also want to highlight the crispy rice and tuna appetizer.. the rice has a different texture from any wherever else I've had this dish and you can see that in the picture I uploaded. Most places just give you a small scoop of tuna, but not here. I had way more tuna than rice so that made the meal an ever bigger bang for my buck. All the other dishes we had were all delicious and we would everything all over again if we could! I also want to give a shout out to the service. Our server was sweet and attentive. The restaurant was fully packed yet we never felt neglected. This is also in part to the owner. He was running all around the restaurant helping out where he could and just making sure the guests had an enjoyable experience. He brought out our food, gave us suggestions on the best way to eat each dish, and made sure we were always comfortable. We got to chat with him for a little and you could tell he's truly grateful for each guest that chooses to dine at Kore. It really made us feel good to support a small, local business. You've gained two new customers that will be back every time we're back in Nashville!! read more

Continues to be the #1 spot in Nashville - the food is always a 10/10, the service is incredible (Kensington was amazing) and the drinks are some of the best If I had to pick favorites - get the Sticky Ribs and Crispy Tuna Rice. If you're settling in - get the Rissoto, K-pop chicken, Kalbi steak, duck tacos, hamachi crudo, and scallops too. Next on the list is the udon noodles - heard wonderful things! read more

If I could give Koré a 10/10, I WOULD! This restaurant was AMAZING. The staff were so friendly and every single one pitched in to help serve their patrons as quickly and efficiently as possible. The restaurant itself had a classy vibe to it that made me feel like I was somewhere very upscale but still comfortable. The food was ABSOLUTELY AH-MAZING. This was our first time at a tapas restaurant so we didn't know what to expect but everything we ordered, including my drink, was delicious. If you're looking for something different than the "norm" and DELICIOUS, HIGHLY recommend! read more

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Literally one of my favorite happy hours EVER! Most days from 5-6:30 pm and all the bites are delish! I have to have the gem lettuce, cucumbers, and spicy tuna with crispy rice ( it pictured) every time I'm here. Oh and the Mac & cheese! Koré is amazing, just try it for yourself! read more

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Asian-inspired tapas? Yes, please! Kore Nashville delivers not just on concept and décor but--most importantly--on flavor. From start to finish, this place was a hit. We were a party of four and definitely over-ordered (hello, leftovers!), but that just meant we got to try a little bit of everything. Here's the lineup, in no particular order: * Cucumber Salad - Refreshing with a spicy kick. A must-order. * Kimchi Bacon Risotto - The caramelized kimchi? Chef's kiss. * K-Pop Chicken - Crispy, flavorful, and a generous portion. * Salmon Don - Perfectly marinated over fluffy white rice. * Sticky Ribs - delicious. * Dumplings - House-made, beef-filled, and packed with flavor. * Gnocchi - Soupy, slightly spicy, and super comforting. * Duck Tacos - Out. Of. This. World. * Octopus - My least favorite, but still tasty! * Crispy Tuna Tartare - Another must-order! To pair with the meal, I had the Kore-Anita cocktail (Tequila, Shishito pepper, Yuzu, Agave)--so good and balanced perfectly with the food. They also have a full bar with wine, beer, and cocktails. Wish we had room for dessert, but hey, that just gives me an excuse to go back! Would I recommend Kore Nashville? Absolutely. Just go hungry! read more

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The atmosphere is cozy with a more intimate vibe setting. Our server was awesome and kind. The dishes are described as a tapas style - which I liked because you can order a few to try amongst others. The sticky ribs I would highly recommend ordering. The meat is so tender, falls off the bone, and has an amazing flavor from the sauce. The hamachi crudo was a fav of mine and a go to app at any asian fusion or sushi restaurant. It is usually served with a ponzu sauce or similar, but I love their take on it. You can never go wrong with the crispy tuna. We also ordered the fortune udon that isn't pictured but this was so delicious. The sauce paired well with the flavors of szechuan; a bit spicy so keep that in mind. read more

Kore - Asian Fusion Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

This is a Korean fusion tapas place, nice but casual space. The service was friendly and quick. We got the kale salad, salmon don, Korean fried chicken, and hamachi crudo. Everything was delicious, the only thing is I wish the Korean fried chicken wasn't so sweet and had some spice to it and a lighter batter. But that's personal preference, it was very crunchy and good for people who like a sweeter fried chicken! read more

Kore - Interior - Asian Fusion Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Really enjoyed dinner at Koré the couple of times I've been here. I think about the k-pop chicken on a regular basis, and have even ordered it for takeout, just so that I can get my fix. Considered an international dining cuisine, the food leans heavily on the Asian side, but has really good other dishes like the truffle Mac and cheese. My favorites are the k-pop chicken, the crispy tuna rice, and the cucumber salad. They also have really great cocktails as well. I recommend getting a reservation in advance, as it can be quite crowded on the weekends. read more

Kore - K-pop chicken - Asian Fusion Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

What a sleeper in Nashville! We went for a girl's dinner, so we got a few things and shared. WOW, WOW, WOW... I was not expecting this. Our server was great, and the food was awesome. Lychee martini- 10/10 Crispy tuna- different than any other I have had. 9/10 Cucumber salad- simple but perfect 10/10 Sticky ribs- 100/10 a must try!! read more

First time and it was a great experience. The server was really attentive and noticed that my bday was in 2days and gave me a complimentary dessert. The cocktails were really good and pretty and the dishes were really good. read more

I hope you are not a vegetarian if it's your first time to Kore. The Sticky Ribs are, without a doubt, the best I've ever had--crispy braised pork ribs glazed with a hoisin chili sauce. Unreal. Other standouts: Kalbi Dumpling - super tasty filling Kimchi Bacon Risotto- so much flavor Crispy Tuna- my favorite! poke like spicy tuna on top crispy rice Skip: Kalbi Steak- good flavor but too chewy The service here is top-notch--attentive and friendly without feeling overbearing. The staff made great recommendations and truly elevated the experience. The ambiance strikes the perfect balance: modern, stylish, and cozy, making it an ideal spot for a date night or dinner with friends. Kore has it all--delicious food, warm service, and an inviting atmosphere. Can't wait to go back! read more

Kore - Sticky ribs - Asian Fusion Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Kore is a unique spot filled with various fusion foods! Contrary to how this spot was initially displayed on social media as simply Korean food, it has a lot of fun flavors & cuisines to offer. The interior of the restaurant is filled with a variety of styles but feels quaint and interesting. The food was delicious, with some dishes being more exciting than others! We loved the mole and the cauliflower but felt a little underwhelmed by the dumplings. Our service was good although I wish the dishes were portioned out rather than coming all at once. read more

Kore - Mole - Asian Fusion Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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I love somewhere I can go with friends and get a bunch of small plates to share and try a bunch of different things and Kore is so delicious and the perfect place for that! I decided to celebrate my birthday here and the manager came up to check on things and comped a birthday dessert! So sweet! I loved that they had several non alcoholic drink options. The Yu Gene was so tasty! Our favorite dish was the crispy tuna. The rice cakes were so unique and the tuna was so yummy! I can't wait to go back next time I'm in Nashville there's so many other dishes I want to try! read more

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Nice place to hang and talk, or date night. Ambience was trendy and warm, yet asian flare We tried a few dishes, served tapas style, and shared. Drinks were great as well read more

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This place is so good, I made a reservation for the following week while still in the restaurant! It is such a hidden gem and I look for any and every reason to bring someone new here now! The service is great, everyone is so friendly, welcoming, and willing to answer any questions. The restaurant is nicely decorated, clean, and unique in its own way with plenty of charm. Now, the food...the food is indescribable! My top recommendations: cucumber salad, wagyu steak, ribs, and the cauliflower. But truly, you cannot go wrong. Both times I went I had different plates and repeated the ones I just mentioned, the quality and flavor was the same both times and we enjoyed trying new plates. Because the plates are smaller, they are great to share and we love ordering a few things to mix and try. You truly cannot go wrong with anything! Oh, and the drinks are also fantastic! read more

Lovely local gem in East Nashville. Small plates were great! Lots of vegetarian and seafood options. Excellent service. Co-owner Nick personally came to the table to greet and check in on things. Will go again no doubt! read more

I will DEFINITELY be back. This hidden Gem in Nashville is phenomenal! Everything we ordered was amazing. The cocktails were beautiful and delicious. I highly recommend the tuna and hibiscus fire! But literally everything we ordered was 10/10. And the staff!!!!!!! Also so freaking amazing the vibe was total chill and we got the couch so we could sit and catch up. Top tier- must try! read more

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Grabbed some k pop chicken for a snack and it was the right move. These little nuggets are a little sweet, have a hint of spice and a maple or molasses flavor going on. They're not your traditional Korean fried chicken in terms of flavor but they're so good and so crispy. I want more after typing this! read more

Kore - K-pop chicken - Asian Fusion Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee