One of the things about moving to a new neighborhood is the opportunity to discover the wonderful eating places that I've not been to before. Looked on yelp for a nearby place to get Ramen and saw wonderful reviews for KOW. And so I ventured over. Looking unassuming from the outside in a strip mall, this is a really nice place for a quiet and wonderful meal. I was struck how it was not just Ramen, but a variety of different cuisines on one menu. I really wanted to try them all, but stuck with Ramen as that is what I was looking for on that particular evening. It did not disappoint. People have described it as the best Ramen in the area and I will not argue that point. I will, however, say that the portion was on a small side and I was still hungry afterwards. This is the only reason for the missing star. The flavor was excellent. The protein and added dumplings were all perfect. The broth was delicious. The servive was outstanding. The ambience was comfortable and truly enjoyable to have a nice conversation with my dining companion. I found the menu a bit overwhelming, but I will go back to try some of the other things as I looked around the table and people are eating a variety of different foods and by foods I mean food types as the offerings are so diverse. Prices are a bit on the high side, but my first impression is that the value is there to command those prices because the food is superb. Potentially a five star restaurant...stay tuned. read more

l've been here now 5 times. Every time has been absolutely stellar. Great service and delicious food. Don't forget to order the guava brownie as a dessert. 10/10. read more

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My friend recommended this place and I'm so glad I discovered it. The menu has several options and are listed by several different continents. America, Europe, Africa, etc., so it is very unique and there are lots of options. We ordered the Croqueta's to start, and I have to admit that I was surprised about how good they were. I had the fried snapper with mashed potatoes and fried yucca. I really enjoyed it. It was still moist and flavorful, even under the breading. For dessert, I had the Guava Blondie, which was also a standout. The textures were soft, crunchy, and ice cream to top it off. I went on a Monday night so it was not very busy. The staff came over often. And it's a nice cozy ambience inside. I hope to go again soon and try something new from another continent. This is the type of place you can go again and again and discover something new every time. I recommend. read more

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First time visiting, no reservations. Didn't think we needed one but ut was a full house. Decided we definitely wanted to wait because now I was very curious. About 20 minutes later we got a table. Ordered- red sangria, tasty. Appetizer- Crispy Shrimp was delicious, 5 pieces with a sliced avocado. Main- Bandeja Paisa, pleasantly surprised with how good it was. Definitely shareable. No room for desert. Will be back for other options which looked really good. read more

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I was really excited to try this place. Mostly bc this idea of a restaurant has always been my husband and I idea. To create a restaurant of the world. But boy did it disappoint!! We ordered a ton of- pulpo, sushi, salmon tartare a salad and chicken. The food was ok. Nothing too crazy. Everything had too much sauce which made it hard to give to my son who is diabetic. Ambience was ok. I feel like they could really turn it up and try to make it look like a restaurant of the world. Also service was ok. Our server felt a little cold and mean (like she didn't want to be there) Overall I will not return. But glad to try someplace new. read more

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This restaurant is located inside a strip mall, but won't let it fool you, the inside is nicely decorated like a journey across continents. I like the concept of kitchen of the world which brings a variety of flavors like traditional dishes, Asian dishes, European dishes, African dishes, and sushi. I think this is a great place to take someone if they don't know what to eat because here you have everything on the menu! For starters, we ordered the sushi pizza which was absolutely delicious. The crispy of the rice and the fresh of the tuna. We ordered the Alaska truffle roll, which brought crispy salmon, cream cheese and avocado. It was a perfect burst of flavor. The fried salmon really elevated the roll for me texture and taste wise. And for my final dish, I ordered the short rib ravioli. It was a perfect blend of creamy and savory. My friend ordered the short rib Ramen, but it wasn't like a traditional Ramen broth so it wasn't my favorite, but still pretty good. And for the drink drinks, we had a Moscow Mule and a coconut drink. That was a little too sweet for me. Overall, there's a lot of good flavors and options on this menu . read more

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Last time I went there, I ordered to-go and I received an item that was nothing like that one ordered. It was the crab dish with the cheese. They said the picture on the website was outdated. Then it took a while to have them remake it and my fries got cold. read more

Absolutely love KOW in Kendall! This restaurant has an incredible variety of dishes inspired by flavors from all over the world. Whether you're in the mood for Latin, Asian, or American comfort food, they've got something to hit the spot. The Bandeja Paisa is my go to! it's flavorful with the right combination and done right every time. The bar is fully stocked with great drink options, and the staff is always friendly, helpful, and genuinely seem to care about serving the customers I've been here multiple times and it never disappoints. KOW (kitchen of the world) Definitely a cozy, medium sized restaurant I totally recommend! read more

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This place was spectacular! Everything we ordered was an explosion of different flavors. The tostones with pork belly were amazing as well as the flatbread. The flatbread is on the sweeter side. The sweet chili wings were juicy and the perfect spice. The arroz con pollo was great with a perfectly fried egg. My favorite was the surf and turf braai. It was seasoned to perfection. And of course we had to save room for dessert. We ordered the coconut guava blondie which was divine! The tiramisu was an experience as you get to pour the espresso yourself. I cannot wait to come again. read more

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First time here with the family. Just like the other reviews state service is ok don't expect much. Had to ask for water, sauce, multiple times. Second food is not worth the price at all. I ordered the ceviche that was good. I got the seafood rice it was under cooked had to send it back then it was better. Not worth $30 .The sushi no flavor. Order two crème brûlée probably the worst I have ever had taste like orange cream. The table in front of us got up and complained about something too. Would I go back not worth it as an overall personally. There's a couple reviews with the same take just wanted to try something new. read more

I have ordered delivery from here a bunch of times on Uber eats but have never been in person. We decided to come after my kids eighth grade promotion to celebrate. We started with the hoisin wings- these are a fav. The Tequenos as well are yummy- come out hot and fresh. The kids had nigiri and sushi pizza- they lived the pizza. The salmon nigiri was cut a little too thick and didn't taste the freshest- we sent it back and they were happy to address the issue. I had the lomo salteado- pretty good. My husband had the piripiri ribs/ these were tender and yummy with a dry rub. The kids reported back that the sushi roll and ramen were yummy. The service was great, they checked in on us and the food was brought out timely. The seating area is large and was able to accommodate our part of 5 with no issues. They had some bossa nova music playing we had a nice vibe. Good choice when on west Kendall and looking for variety! read more

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I've been going to this gem since it first opened in 2019! It never disappoints, and only gets better. My favorite appetizer is the steamed gyozas, they are so delicious and perfectly cooked. The staff is welcoming, and helpful with questions when choosing from their extensive and versatile menu. So many great options and you will love what ever you order! read more

KOW Restaurant - Steamed gyoza - Comfort Food Near Me - Miami, Florida

YUM, Yum, yum! Kitchen of the World (KOW) delivers tasteful dishes with a variety of options from Africa, America Asia, and Europe - each containing appetizer and main dishes selections. Our server was friendly and knowledgeable of the many selections the menu offers. The restaurant is chic, great for family dining, happy hour, or a date night. read more

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The food and service were wonderful. Our server was a member of the family that owns the restaurant. There were 4 of us went for lunch and we each ordered something different. All were yummy and we will be back. read more

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Was in the area and decided to give this place a try. Love the concept where everyone in your group can order foods from different continents at one location. We enjoyed dinner and will be back to try a few other dishes. read more

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Food was good (not great) and the service was absolutely terrible. My boyfriend and I came here on a Monday night and sat at the bar. We ordered our drinks (really bad) and were served by a woman that could not care less if we were there. She was more interested in the conversation with her coworker. The two girls stood at the other side of the restaurant/bar and talked the night away as we waited for her to come back when she wanted to for refills, ordering more food, etc. and it wasn't like we couldn't see her.... We were in clear view of her not working or waiting on other people. She literally had the worst attitude as if it was an inconvenience for her that we were there. We ordered: Europe: Pulpo a la Gallega Burrata Sampler Japan: Sushi Pizza America: Tostones de Cerdo Overall, the sushi pizza and the Pulpo were probably the best items. The octopus was seasoned well. Sushi pizza was filling so I liked it. The burrata sampler was a let down and the tostones were not memorable to be honest. Would I come back here? No. read more

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The food was good! But I'm giving 3.5 rounding up to 4 stars because the service could have been better. When we got there the waiter had put out two menus for 3 people. I had requested a menu which I never got. Then after we had made our decision it took the waiter a really long time to get to our table for some reason to get our order. If there are delays like that, there should be some kind of bread at the table if you're planning on making people wait for a while. read more

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We came here for the second time to give it another try because the first experience wasn't very delightful, but unfortunately it was just a disappointment.Tostones were hard as bricks, we have to ask bartender for a chill glass for our second beer because the waitress put the beer on the table and took off, chicken breast supper dry, red beans tasted like canned beans. Kow noodles were good. read more

I have had this place on my to go list for quite a while. It was recommended by a coworker and she raved about it. Well we finally tried it this weekend and let me tell you, she was 100% correct. The food was absolutely AMAZING! We tried the short rib ravioli and the WOK noodles. Both dishes were so rich in flavor and well made. We also tried their tostones as a starter and they were delicious. The service was great. Our waiter was on it and would come to our table to check in on us often. The place is quaint and cozy, but still feels modern. This place was simply amazing! read more

Update 9/03/2023!!! Still excellent service, food, and atmosphere. We ordered the Miami Spice which in weekends is $35 Lunch and $60 Dinner. We all basically ordered the same entire the Lomo Saltado and they have an extensive menu for appetizers and desserts. Missed coming to this place! I will definitely be back soon! Highly recommend to anyone who wants to try a unique and delicious experience ^.^ read more

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Great casual restaurant with plenty of options to choose from. Came with my family recently to celebrate my mom's birthday my party enjoyed it, we definitely ate well. Highly recommend placing a reservation, as the place is relatively small and definitely attracts a crowd. It's a different pace for dinner than it is for lunch. Stand outs with the pork tostones and I liked my Crab Ravioli, just wished they'd used a little less soy sauce. My sister's Lasagna also had a tad too much of a cheese top layer. My Parents had the Thai Snapper and they demolished it. Check it out if you're in the area and want a little more than fast food lol. read more

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What a gem of a restaurant! An amazing selection of delicious food so beautifully presented. Amazing service. Our waiter, Saverio, was extremely helpful and patient when we asked for suggestions as it was our first time there. (We were a large party of 12 and he took his time to answer all our questions.) I recommend this restaurant wholeheartedly. We shall definitely return. Carrie P.S. Their cevichi is exceptional!! read more

This place was spectacular! The best sushi pizza I've ever had along with the most delicious dessert. The service was very quick and ambiance was amazing! The margaritas were also the best! read more

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Good customer service. Good food overall. I enjoyed my experience. Sangria wasn't great. Flavors of the wine the chose to use didn't mix well with the fruit. It tasted spoiled even though I know it wasn't. Perhaps they would benefit from using a better quality wine. It happened with both the white and the red because they tried to swap it out for me. However, the food was great. read more

KOW is my favorite restaurant and my go-to when I'm not sure what I want to eat. There's so much to choose from on their menu, you'll find something! And it'll be so good, so delicious, flavorful, filling. You can't go wrong with the short rib ramen. The ribs fall off the bone. Ramen seasoned so well. Today, I tried their sushi pizza with Tuna. HELLO!? I had to take an order to go as well. Tuna was fresh. Crispy rice was perfect and the toppings were delicious. Their drinks are always great. Today I tried their passion fruit margarita 10/10. Tiki cup was a plus. And for dessert I had their Nutella capuchino. They were NOT stingy with the Nutella. Rim and bottom of the cup had a whole bunch, with lots of whip cream. The ambiance is very welcoming, great music always playing, Service is always great too. Workers are nice and attentive! read more

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Nice coffee experience. Like the decor, will come back to try the food. Service was quick and friendly. read more

KOW Restaurant - Beautiful place. Great service. Coffee was good. - Comfort Food Near Me - Miami, Florida

My visit to KOW reminded me of a wise saying...."Jack of all Trades, Master of None" The menu items sounded enticing, but the four dishes I tried were simply meh: Short rib ravioli Ramen short rib- double meh Spicy ribs (they were actually the best tasting item I tried) with a side of congri and maduros: the congri was mushy, flavorless and honestly inedible. It was under "Africa" so maybe that's how they do it over in the Dark Continent...but I doubt it. Leaving my favorite for last just because it was so darn cute: the tiramisu! Again flavor meh, but super fun to eat (please see attached photo) read more

KOW Restaurant - How cute is this presentation? Five stars for adorable! - Comfort Food Near Me - Miami, Florida

Food was salty and litlle, briste raviolis $23 plus $2.50 tiny pieces of bread. Service wasn't good. Wouldn't come back. Terrible customer service. read more

KOW Restaurant - The $2.50 bread 4 of them - Comfort Food Near Me - Miami, Florida

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First time eating at Kow. The menu has a huge variety, which was actually a little overwhelming at first, so we relied on Yelp photos to decide. We started with the Chicharron, and it was the highlight of the experience. Perfect tenderness and crispiness. For mains, I got the Chicken fried rice and my girlfriend ordered the Wok Noodles with Shrimp. Both plates were packed with flavor. My only critiques was that the rice was a bit on the mushy side and the noodles felt they weren't cooked all the way through in a few parts, but everything else was great. Highly recommend read more

KOW was a pleasant surprise. I truly was not expecting the great service and food. The food is delicious and the variety of options on the menu is unmatched in this area. Great drinks menu. Lots of parking available.... read more

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My boyfriend and I eat here pretty frequently and thought it'd be good to write a review! We love all their food. There has not been one thing on the menu that is bad. This time we had the Burrata sampler as our appetizer, it was super delicious. I had the Los Angeles roll, it tasted very fresh. My boyfriend had the short rib ravioli, that is one of our favorite dishes. They have so many things on the menu for everyone. It is one of the best places to eat in Kendall. The service is great every time and it's very cute and quiet. read more

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We made an Uber eats order for this restaurant and it was a good experience. The food was really fresh and tasty. I am a pescatarian and the meal I had ordered (the ceviche) is usually served in this establishment with meat (pork rinds) and they had no problem accommodating the plate to my dietary restrictions. The service provided over the phone was excellent, they made sure everything on the order was up to our liking and they even wrote a smiley face next to our name which was very sweet. For a takeout order this was a pretty great choice, can't wait to dine in person. read more

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The food was delicious ; unfortunately the service was not the best but it happens during the holidays with the stress. That being said, I will be returning for the food. read more

Delicious! Service was great food even better. Prices are reasonable will definitely be going again.

Great food .!! Excellent services , and a pleasant atmosphere.! Cocktails are great .!! I'll keep coming back ..!! read more

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Food and service are fantastic! We had the octopus and the bandeja paisa - wow wow wow. You have to try them both. We've also tried the we've also tried the ramen soup, passion fruit juice and gyoza. We really have enjoyed all the dishes and look forward to returning! See you soon KOW! read more

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It's a unique menu setup purporting to do a travel through the different continents; however, the food itself is barely authentic to the areas they claim to be from - it's more of an idea for structuring the menu (and restaurant name/concept) than true authenticity - there seems to be some fusion going on - I've not tried anything from the Asian menu, so can't comment there. I had Europe'sFettuccini Alfredo with Chicken (tenders) - my second time - I forgot from first time - seems like an entree more suited for the kids menu. The flavor is definitely FAR from anything Alfredo - it's a VERY heavy creamy/cheesy sauce (except DEVOID of any actual cheese flavor); not flavorful - it's more of an oily texture. You have to drown dish in extra cheese and salt to make it palatable. I avoid going to this place, but sometimes it's one of the few local restaurants open late or on holidays. I specifically avoid it because while most dishes are reasonably priced, I can't manage to get out of there without spending about $50 per person when all I ordered was a $20 dish and maybe a coke. I'm guessing drinks are expensive and even though my friends order just the one drink. And this is NOT the kind of place you spend $50 at, so again, I avoid it. Anywho, the chicken tenders, while very nice actually (crispy and juicy), again, seem more appropriate for a kid's meal or an app at your local sports bar, than for a main course for an adult entree at a supposed 'nice' restaurant (in the corner strip mall). The one dish I've tried here (I've not tried many although I've been many times) is the Crab Ravioli and that one is a solid 7-8 out of 10. The coconut guava blondie dessert is also good - not sure the tiramisu is worth $13.50 just because they serve it in a old-style espresso coffee maker - not exactly a new concept and many higher-end Italian restaurants charge just $9-10 for theirs. I think this restaurant is from the Bocas Grill family and they tend to overcharge for things in general. The Alfredo at $20 would actually be a great price if it wasn't as described above. To summarize, it's not a bad place, but IMO it's way hyped up and desserts and add-ons can be expensive for what they are in true Bocas fashion. PS: bring a jacket because place is always cold (and I'm a 'run hot' kind-of-guy). read more

Good food super fresh and always comes out real hot. Love that you can see chef cooking right in front of you. Today we had broken eggs for an appetizer which was amazing!!! Also the sweet chili wings super crunchy and delicious. Entrees were lomo saltado with steak super delicioso and arroz con pollo really good. We are always happy with our meals and drinks here read more

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We went yesterday for dinner. The menu is large considering they have dishes that are from different places. We had the sweet chili chicken wings and tuna tar tar to start. They were both just "okay". As entrees we shared the seafood rice and the short rib in cazuela. The seafood rice came with two large shrimp on top that were unpeeled. When we started to peel them, they weren't deveined. That completely grossed us out so we didn't eat them. Also, the rice was still pretty hard. For the short rib cazuela, although it does state it comes seasoned with Thyme and rosemary, it was overbearing. Both dishes were mediocre. We ordered the Chocolate LAYERED cake for dessert. The waitress put the plate on the table and just walked away.When we took a look at the plate, you could barely see the cake slice they served us. We waited to speak to our waitress, however she would not come our way so we asked another. When we addressed our concern on the serving size, she picked up the plate and was observing it as in trying to find the slice. It's nothing like it was shown on the picture. It was a SLIVER of a piece (if that) with two large ice cream balls and a drop of fudge (literally had to scrape it out to pour it out) . She took the plate back saying it was an error and about 10 mins later, our original waitress came back with the plate with a SLIGHTLY bigger piece. However, on a plus side, it is made there and this was the tastiest out of everything we ordered. Unfortunately, the service wasn't great either. Our waitress would barely come to our table. We were having to ask other staff. Even when it came down for the check. We were not impressed and most likely won't be going back. read more

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A special place.. the food is always delicious.. the service on point, excellent ambience, good looking place! I enjoy be there with my husband and also with my family. read more

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