New Kid on the Block: Affordable Korean-French Fine Dining in KTown(1)

New Kid on the Block: Affordable Korean-French Fine Dining in KTown! 🌟 Joo OK, the team behind the two-Michelin-starred Seoul restaurant, has brought their magic to New York! For just $180, you get an incredible 11-course meal—it’s like having Atomix or Jungsik at a fraction of the price! I’ve summed up my experience in the comments below. 🌟 🌟 Welcome Drink Before you even step inside, you’re greeted with two refreshing apple/grape-flavored drinks. They’re like a sophisticated apple cider vinegar, perfect for whetting your appetite. Served with crispy fish and shrimp chips. 🍇 🌟 Bites 1️⃣ Ganjang 💯 Mashed taro wrapped around marinated chicken. It’s like a dreamy taro crispy duck but even better! 2️⃣ Gochujang A Korean twist on wagyu tartare—delightfully unique! 3️⃣ Doenjang 💯 The pairing of foie gras mousse with vegetable crackers is amazing, and the kumquat adds the perfect finishing touch! 🍋 🌟 Main Courses 1️⃣ Saeung Seon Dry-aged sea bass, though the flavor was a bit subtle. 2️⃣ Gui 💯 The wagyu beef is impeccable! The accompanying Chinese broccoli is also delicious, with a crispness reminiscent of asparagus. All the Korean side dishes are fantastic—perfectly seasoned and very rice-friendly. My favorite was the burdock root namul! 🍖 🌟 Dessert 1️⃣ Chestnut 💯 A masterpiece! Chestnut puree, walnut ice cream, salted roasted walnuts, sweet potato cream, almond crunch, and my absolute favorite—the salty, crispy pastry on top! It’s a perfect autumn and winter dessert, beautifully presented and generously portioned—enough for two! 🍲 2️⃣ Dim Sum A grand finale with a cart of delightful treats: long bean tea, mille-feuille, walnut pastry, yōkan, soy and black sesame mochi, and red bean paste dumplings. 🥮 #NewYork 🌆 #FineDining 🍽️ #KoreanFrenchFusion 🌟