Hubby grabbed a resy for our anniversary. Because he loves food, we do tend to go to a lot of nice restaurants throughout the year but we try to save the ones we especially look forward to for our anniversary since we always forgo celebrating Valentines. The tasting menu is not long so hubby already had planned to grab something else after to fill him up. Yes, on first look the menu seems short compared to other tasting menus. There were only 7 items total, 5 savory, 2 sweet(ish) but the jook is sizable and filling so I was already full by the time we got to the Duck and Chan. My favorite was the Uni Kim add-on. The price was high at $32 for a 2 bite taste but the uni was unbelievably creamy and not fishy tasting at all. The crunchy texture of the kim and all the yumminess beneath the uni made those 2 bites perfection. We did not do the wine tasting but I did order the coco 4 lychee. I am a sucker for lychee cocktails. The edible flowers were pretty in the drink but I wished there were actual lychees...I did still enjoy the drink so ordered two! The mandarin was served with a slice of candied goodness over a small scoop of sorbet with bits of mandarin oranges. It was refreshing and not overly sweet. I am not going into detail about the other dishes but everything was cooked well and seasoned perfectly. Our server, Lindsay, and the other waitstaff took the time to describe each dish. The space is narrow but long and most tables were set for 2 with not a lot of space in between. You can see the fire blazing out of the oven which they use to get the smoky flavors. The part I loved best was that this was the first "Korean" Michelin star restaurant in New York that we went to (and this was the 4th that we tried) in which I really felt the Korean flavors were truly represented throughout the menu. Hoping we will be able to snag another resy again soon! I would love to go back! read more

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The caviar Kim. The hype is real and that truly is the standout from this phenomenal tasting menu. I came here to celebrate my husband's birthday and the entire meal was outstanding but I have to shoutout the caviar Kim. It melts in your mouth and there's so much depth of flavor. I'm sitting here at home dreaming about it wondering when the next time I can have it is. Other standouts were the branzino and the lamb. Can't wait to come back here. read more

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It's always exciting going back to Jua. It never disappoints when it comes to food -the Caviar Kim, jook, chan, and supplemental uni were all excellent. Service was great, as always. Unfortunately, our recent visit was disrupted by an unexpected film crew from KBS (a global network with a reach of over 140 million), with no heads-up or disclaimer. We came for a low-key dinner and ended up in the middle of a production. The last thing I want is to be filmed or on camera while shoveling food in my mouth. With a $70/person cancellation fee, we didn't have the option to leave. Great food, but transparency around filming would've made a big difference. read more

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My boyfriend took me here for my first Michelin star experience and it was by far the most memorable food. The staff were friendly and very informative on what the dish was and how the chef recommends to eat the dish. They refill your water and made you feel like you're well taken care of. They also fold your napkin when you get up to use the restroom. Loved how attentive everyone was. The food was full of flavor, my favorite was the branzino. The skin was nice and crispy but the meat was nice, juicy and soft. I also enjoyed the Jook, reminded me of a nice hot soup you'd make in the winter time, the dish was very fulfilling and delicious. Overall the experience was delightful! Food and drinks were amazing and it was definitely worth checking out as my first Michelin experience. read more

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We came here for my birthday and it was a lovely meal. Cute spot for a date night or to celebrate a special occasions The mulhoe and the duck were my favorite. The tasting came with the caviar kim, but we wanted to try the uni kim so added it on as well. It was delicious. My least favorite was probably the jook, but it does help to fill you up. Service was great! read more

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One of the most amazing meals I've ever experienced! Jua has made it into my top 5 New York bites. There is just something about a burst of flavor with a nice little crunch to it and that is the Caviar Kim/Uni Kim. They both were so flavorful and the extra crunch from the seaweed really takes this bite to an entirely different level. The Jook was fantastic and the Branzino was one of the best I've ever had, but the lamb takes the cake. Nothing was bad and the service was spectacular. Ask for Nita when you come in, she's the best. Had a nice chat about the restaurant and all of New York and the food scene. The inside feels a bit more casual which is nice, you don't need to be TOO formal. Love love love this place and can't wait to come back. I'll be dreaming about the Caviar Kim for months. Next time I come back I'll get about 5 of them read more

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Excellent food. Ordered both add-ons, the wine pairing, and a cocktail. The Caviar Kim remains one of my favorite bites in the city, and the balance of the meal is likewise exceptional. read more

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I had a wonderful celebratory meal at Jua! I can now attest to all the good things I've heard about this place! Started off with their signature caviar kim and uni kim. The mix of umami flavors with the crispy seaweed and crunchy veggies inside was delicious. The striped jack was prepared in a ceviche-like way. I enjoyed the fresh fish with a touch of tanginess. The jook was probably one of my favorite dishes. Once again the umami flavors from the liver pieces, mushroom, and eel just fill your mouth. It was well-seasoned in the soy-based hearty broth. I'm still thinking about how tender this branzino is and how it was salted just right throughout and on the crispy skin. It paired very nicely with the cream sauce and the white asparagus. Lastly, the lamb was very tender and not gamy. I enjoyed the mini banchan platter especially the refreshing perilla salad and the green sauce. For desserts, the mandarin was tasty with its dried fruit pieces. I really like the chewiness texture of the goguma juak and how it wasn't too sweet. The complimentary sesame ice cream had a nice creamy sesame flavor! The wine pairing featured a wide variety of drinks from all over the place and my partner enjoyed it. As an upscale Korean restaurant, I had a fantastic dining experience. Pacing of dishes was appropriate. Portion size was good for me but my partner was still a tad hungry. The staff were very nice and took their time with explaining the dishes, ingredients, and wine profiles. The minimalistic decor and dim lighting makes it intimate and cozy. I look forward to coming back for another special occasion! read more

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Probably my favorite tasting menu ever. Bf and I came for belated Valentine's day, and the experience was so lovely, from the kindness of our waitress to the ambiance to the flavors of the food presented in front of us. We got a negroni to share - it was quite sweet, but not bad. Started off the tasting menu with the well-documented Caviar Kim. While it wasn't earth-shattering (as I half expected it to be, given how many times I've seen it on instagram), this was a great first bite. Loved the crispiness of the seaweed. Inside is tuna and avocado? The Striped Jack was the next appetizer. Topped with beet petals, this was a tasty course. Next was the jook. This was a highlight for me! Sooo warm and hearty and savory and filled with green veg. I wish I could order this by the vat for when I'm sick. The Branzino was cooked well with a crispy skin in a warm butter sauce. Nothing standout, but a good interlude. The Duck & Chan was excellent. Duck was cooked perfectly and absolutely delectable with the chimichurri sauce. That and the persimmon jeon was the best bite of the night. Two desserts to finish us off! The yuzu mandarin sorbet was super unique- almost with some savory notes? Yet very refreshing. Our sweet potato donut was served with a candle in the brown butter ice cream for our belated Valentine's day, which was very sweet. It's chewy and not too sweet, my boyfriend could not get enough of this. Jua was such a lovely experience, and I am grateful they made our Valentine's Day so memorable! Highly recommend for a special occasion! read more

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Jua continues to deliver high quality elevated Korean comfort food. Every time I visit they produce excellent quality dishes made with care. Starting with the Caviar Kim (or swap it for a uni Kim, which is also delicious) which is a two bite morsel of stuffed caviar in a thin but crispy seaweed casing. It is a delightful and memorable first bite! The rest of the menu is also delightful and tasty. The Jook is like a warm hug and the duck & Chan is succulent with a crispy skin, served with a variety of flavors in the clock face of 'chan'. The desserts wrap it up perfectly with a sweet potato don't which also has a thin but crispy crust which is a nice nod back to the first dish of the meal, but is served with a soft and velvety ice cream. The restaurant is long and thin which a comfortable and chic vibe. Not too many tables, means you feel the intimacy and can comfortably have a conversation with your dinner partner. The service is as you would expect for a Michelin starred restaurant, attentive and friendly. The staff will stop for a conversation here and there and share in the excitement for each dish. When they heard we werent feeling 100% they offered a complimentary rice tea which was nutty and went nicely with dessert. I only wish it was easier to get a reservation. Every time we come back we really enjoy it! read more

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excellent! depth of flavor for every dish was amazing -- i especially loved the tender, creamy branzino with leek oil, the lamb with a fun variety of banchan, and the tart mandarin palette cleanser ! would definitely come back again for another special occasion read more

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Relaxed and comfortable vibe with modern yet warm ambiance. Great layout of tables and design for a smaller place. Staff was pleasant throughout. Restrooms were acceptable but could be a lot better with some quality and creative touches. Courses were mostly excellent. Standout dishes for us were: Cavier Kim, Jook and both deserts (sweet potatoe donut paired with buttery ice cream off the hook!) The galbi and Chan (wagyu) was disappointing as the fat was an extremely difficult chew. Pairing plate with it was delicious. I assume the chef could have rendered this fat a little better so not to be so chewy or replaced with another cut. Drinks were very good but the hot tea was a bit over priced at around $15-16 range so we didn't try. House tap water could use a RO system as it wasn't very good. Would give 4.5 if we could. That tough Waygu fat dropped it from 5 to a 4. Will return when a new menu is out at some point. I'm sure the difficult to chew wagyu fat this night is not the norm. Recommended. Chef is an artist. read more

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Delayed review from November: Jua's tasting menu was a standout with a well-balanced variety of Korean dishes that paid homage to their classical form with intriguing twists. The caviar kim was my favorite bite of 2024. It was a fantastic blend of textures, with the truffle notes not overpowering the caviar, and the nori providing a great crunch. The galbi melted in my mouth and the foie gras jook (porridge) was perfectly comforting in the cold winter weather. I will definitely be back. Note: they do not accept walk-ins and if in a large group definitely reserve when reservations open for that day. read more

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We were the first one to sat down at the table and next thing you know, this place was packed! My bestie and I treat each other's birthday and I requested this place for my birthday! I must say it was an awesome choice. This place is relatively small but beautiful, sophisticated yet relaxing atmosphere, all of the staff is knowledgeable and friendly, food looked like piece of art. Very well balanced. Highly recommended. read more

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Jua is one of the last Korean Michelin star restaurants I have not yet been to in the city. I finally had the chance to come recently to celebrate a friend's birthday. I am glad to say that it was as good as I was hoping! The tasting menu for October 2024 was $140 per person for 7 courses. It consisted of Caviar Kim, Striped Jack, Jook, Branzino, Galbi, Perilla, and Gogouma Juak. Overall, the meal was excellent without any misses. I even liked the Jook course even though I am not a big fan of rice porridge, which is always a sign of a great restaurant. Surprisingly, the most disappointing dish was probably the galbi. I just wish they chose less fatty pieces of the beef short rib. We added the Uni Kim as a supplemental course for $32 per person. It's expensive, probably priced about $10 too much, but was a really delicious way to start the meal (as was the Caviar Kim). The restaurant itself is pretty casual for a Michelin restaurant but service was really great. Attentive but never overbearing or stuffy. Excited to come back and try a different iteration of the tasting menu in the future! read more

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Been to a lot of prix fixe Korean dining and gotta say that Jua is pretty high up there on the list! The food is just so well balanced flavor wise - I'm particularly fond of how they play around with the acidity of their dishes. Favorite dish is definitely the jook - this unassuming porridge has such a rich flavor profile and feels like a cozy home cooked meal in the best way :) In terms of add ons, we got a few but probably would not get again - Uni kim: tastes good but prob overpriced, nothing too special - Abalone add on for jook: also good but doesn't add too much to the already great dish And last note - if you're looking for a fruity cocktail, you have to get the Lychee Richie! so good that we got seconds read more

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My partner surprised me with a reservation at Jua to celebrate a special occasion, and I can say they absolutely delivered on making our evening special. I'll start off by saying the service was on point - our waitress was friendly and helpful, providing us with delicious drink recommendations. Our dishes were paced out very well, allowing us to enjoy the evening without feeling rushed. Food was excellent. Each dish was curated so well, from the flavor to the textures to the consistency. While I truly enjoyed all of them, I would say my two favorites were the Galbi (the meat was cooked perfectly, and I really enjoyed the aspect of getting to pair all of the flavors together) and the Caviar Kim (constructed perfectly, didn't fall apart when I bit into it, amazing mixture of flavors and textures). Absolutely would recommend to anyone looking for a delicious dining experience! read more

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I would absolutely recommend Jua for a special occasion. It's a 7 course dinner (5 savory and 2 sweet) and I thought the portion sizes were spot on. I highly recommend their cocktails and mocktails; they're exquisitely crafted and worth the money. In terms of food, our absolute favorite dish of the night was the branzino (course 4). I honestly cannot think of a single critique, it's one of those dishes that genuinely was perfection (skin was perfect level of thin and crispy, and the fish was just so, so incredibly tender, and the accompanying sauce-- ah, I'm still dreaming of it. My sister legit drank that sauce up like soup). The duck (5th course) was also so smoky and juicy and delicious, and the accompanying banchan were both adorable, tasty, and added a hint of freshness (most were some form of vegetable). Caviar kim was a wonderful way to start the night (those picked veggies inside? Amazing). We were less a fan of the 2nd and 3rd courses; not to say they were at all bad, they just didn't match the caliber of the others. The scallop dish (2nd course) was refreshing but I thought the dashi broth was a bit too overpowering. The porridge dish (3rd course) was rather filling (which can be both a good and a bad thing, depending on your appetite) and I didn't think the foie gras fit. Loved both of the dessert courses. Our favorite was the mandarin orange sorbet, which was an absolute explosion of citrus-- bright, refreshing, everything you want in a sorbet. The sweet potato donut (forgot the name) went really well with the accompanying brown butter ice cream (so creamy and delicious). read more

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(Review of tasting from summer 2024) 3.5. I had heard good things about Jua from my friends and was very excited to finally try it. Unfortunately, it did not live up to expectations. We got the tasting menu and the uni + caviar kim. Since it was a special occasion, I was fine shelling out for these. However, at $32 a piece it was overwhelmingly unimpressive and seemed like an attempt to throw crowd pleasers as an addition to the tasting course. The tasting menu itself was not bad. The flavors were light and refreshing, great for the blazing hot NY summer. I was curious what kind of takes Jua would have on the classic, hearty Korean cuisine -- while the dishes were solid, I found myself liking the simple hot porridge the most. My biggest qualm with the experience was that the service was EXTREMELY rushed. At first I didn't mind, but one time I had just put the last bite of the dish into my mouth. I was literally still chewing when the server came around and said "can I take this plate?". Overall, it's likely that Jua attempted to "hit the checkboxes" after getting its michelin star, but in doing so sacrificed on some basic elements of fine dining. read more

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So tasty! The ambiance in the restaurant is quite nice and the service was great. My partner dropped some caviar while eating the caviar Kim and the server immediately brought over a spoon unprompted. We felt very taken care of. All the courses were amazing, other than the perilla leaf ice cream at the end. The end felt a little rush, as they brought out the perilla leaf ice cream and the Korean donut simultaneously. Caviar Kim was so good and I wanted to eat 10 of them. The seaweed was crunchy and the flavor was just great. Abalone porridge was so yummy. All the flavor blended so well together and felt so homey. I wanted to eat this all winter. The abalone was also so tender. Beet salad was very yummy. It really brought out the sweetness of beets. Fish and galbi were both very tasty as expected The Korean donut was so good I also wanted more read more

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This is a review from 9/22/24. Came here for dinner and had such an amazing time. It's a smaller restaurant that I had imagined so there is a very intimate atmosphere though space is limited so seating is close to each other. 1- The caviar kim has a seaweed crispy outer layer, with inside consisting of beef tartrate, picked radish, and caviar on top. It was very umami and the crunch was so good. Had it in 2 bites but I wish there were more bites I can savor it in 2- The striped jack was a soft fish, perfect texture with the tofu sauce. Had a sweet taste with slight smokiness to it. The beets had just a slight crisp but soft, excellent combination 3- The jook was a combination of smoked eel, rice porridge, chives, and sesame. Had a very creamy and earthy taste. 4- The dover sole was soft and came on a charred asparagus leek purée. It was fire top grilled so the skin was crispy. It had an acidic and tangy but sweet taste to the sauce. Overall, the dish was very urban - clean, refined, busy, metropolitan. The sauce was especially amazing. 5- The galbi was soo good. I love galbi. It was soft, not too chewy. Very flavorful. No bones, though honestly I still prefer traditional galbi with bone to this. The chan is an assortment that comes in a neat arrangement ranging from sticky rice to squash and zucchini w chimichurri sauce, and Wrapped lotus root and spinach. 6- The perilla dish was light and had an airy taste. Hints of apple and citrusy - though proportions were maybe not the best for the combination? Still an interesting combo. 7- Goguma Juak - the dessert was delicious! Crispy on the outside, chewy on inside and warm. Sweet potato but slight salt flavor. Almost like mochi but not quite. The ice cream was silky smooth / creamy, similar to like gelato. Truly the definition of comfort food It did take a bit of time between each dish, which made for time for conversation, but also made me hungry! Nevertheless, the food was excellent which made it definitely worth the wait! Am 100% set on coming back again one day, hopefully soon. read more

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I mean if you like fancy food, then I guess this is the place for you, but my experience was not too good. For one thing, I don't like truffles. Hence the first dish was not too good. Took one bite and passed it to my daughter. The second course and third course was not that much better. Their sea bass was too salty and bitter. The only good thing I ate was their wagu, but this also had problems. Although the meat was very good, I didn't like the condiments. I guess the only thing I thought was good was their second to last course. Their last desert was not my taste. All in all, I do not think it was worth it.... read more

JUA all around is a spectacular experience and probably one of the best restaurants I've been to in awhile. They do two seatings each night (6pm and 8:30pm) and you can make reservations on Resy. The ambiance is pretty casual too, not stuffy at all, where we saw some people dressing up or down. They offer a 7 course tasting menu, which rotates monthly, and I hear that there are some slight modifications in each course from one month to the next. It's a unique experience, and you'll try new flavors you haven't experienced or see dishes plated in such a creative way. I went a few months ago, but I loved the Caviar Kim. Normally, I'm not a caviar person, but there was something about the dish where all the flavors and textures melded together really well. The most beautiful dish was the duck & chan! Everything was well done, and all the courses I tried were so tasty. Each had its own touch to it. The service was also outstanding. I would definitely come back to experience for a special occasion or when they switch up the menu with some seasonal touches! read more

JUA - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

I recently celebrated my birthday at Jua in NYC and had an unforgettable experience. I also had the pleasure of meeting Chef Sungho, which made the evening even more special. The food was absolutely incredible--every dish was beautifully presented and full of rich, balanced flavors. From the start, caviar bite was great , actually I even like the caviar than the Uni even though the Uni was really sweet but caviar has more flavor to it The scallop dish for me the jelly tomato water was the highlight! Sweet sour umami ! For the porridge really good flavor definitely need that texture for abalone, good that I added really elevated the dish Branzino dish skin was crispy but again the sauce was the thing that round up everything together Duck dish was special that each bite you can try with different side dish and sauce , so unique. Both desserts were awesome , could not ask for better dessert! All non- alcoholic pairing really really good!!!! But what truly stood out was the exceptional service. The staff was warm, attentive, and made us feel genuinely cared for throughout the entire meal. For the quality of the cuisine and the overall experience, the price felt like a true value. Definitely recommended and will be back if I visit NYC in the future! read more

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Some places may be Michelin but they sure don't seem like they deserve it but here at JUA hands down amazing food and experience all around. Drinks: -After sun 5/5 - light and very refreshing -Blueberry mule 3/5 - didn't like this as I'm not a fan of the ginger soda and wished they use pure ginger juice instead 7 course starts from here: -Caviar Kim 5/5: mouthful burst of delicious flavor! -Mulhoe 5/5: very refreshing for the summer! Never had anything like this -Jook 5/5: it was our first time having Korean style congee and it was delicious and probably the thing that got us quite full! -Dover sole 5/5: one my faves!! Didn't know the fish so taste so good -Duck & Chan 5/5: hands down another fave because the duck was so so tender?!?! -Strawberry 5/5: another refreshing treat and the olive oil surprisingly worked rly well! -Goguma juak 4.5/5: usually not a fan of sweet potato but they made it work All the flavors at JUA were very well balanced and very unique. Would def come back to try their seasonal menu changes! read more

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I've been two Jua twice now and both times have been fantastic. The dishes are beautiful and so perfectly made. The caviar kim and branzino were phenomenal, and i LOVE two desserts in a tasting menu (esp if there's one refreshing and fruity and one fried, creamy, sweet - perfect combo). The only dish i was not crazy abt were the scallops - i thought the gelatin was a bit weird on top personally. Such a great place for a nice meal! read more

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Was super excited to finally try JUA and it truly did not disappoint! The ambiance is pretty casual for a Michelin restaurant and you can dress up or dress down without feeling out of place. I actually appreciated this since I'm not a fan of the super stuffy formal dining experiences that a lot of Michelin restaurants offer. Service was friendly, quick and efficient. The pacing of each dish was almost perfect and it truly didn't feel like a 2-hour meal because we were eating and catching up the whole time! We tried some of their mocktails and wines and everything was so tasty! I don't quite remember which one I ordered but it was a nice grapefruit drink that was super refreshing in the NY summer heat. Now onto the food - 5 savory and 2 sweet dishes. Caviar Kim - an amazing first bite with elements of crunch from the seaweed, saltiness from the caviar and fattiness from the tuna. 5/5 Mulhoe - this was a cold dish similar to a soupey ceviche. It took a couple bites to get used to it but I ended up loving the acidity and cooling effects of the dish. It really got our appetite rolling! 4/5 Jook - this was our least favorite dish and the reason why I didn't give 5 stars. I was really looking forward to the jook because of all the other reviews but on our day, the porridge came with eel and foie gras which was a little bit strange and didn't go well together imo. The abalone jook sounds much better. 3/5 Sole - amazing and perfectly cooked with great flavours. 5/5 Duck - highlight and standout dish of the night. So fun and delicious. 5/5 Strawberry - great palate cleanser. 5/5 Juak- Korean donut. Was a bit heavy and chewy but the ice cream was delightful. 4/5 Overall an amazing experience and would definitely be a great treat when catching up with friends or date night. The vibe and food are both awesome here! read more

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Easily one of the best meals I've had in the city. Every plate was intentionally crafted and not a single one was bad. Our personal highlights were the branzino (buttery soft fish with an incredibly crispy skin) and the porridge. Service was great--friendly and conversational. Ambiance was good although leaning towards casual. Would absolutely come back again, especially since the menu changes on a regular basis. read more

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Really great birthday dinner at JUA this year. Very creative, very beautiful, and of course very delicious. Forgetting the price point now but it was definitely worth the price. We added on the uni bite which I thought probably wasn't worth the additional money. Best bites were the first caviar as well as the fish and rice porridge dish. Absolutely recommend coming here for a special occasion dinner! read more

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Food: 5 stars!! Every course was amazing! We loved it (based on Asian taste) Desserts: good but there's room for improvement. Drink was the reason I took off 1 star, Wine list was not amazing Mixologist was just pulling all into one bottle and mixed We tried 2 of sparkling wines and rose, mid Cocktails - not amazing. Service was always great! After visited twice. Ambiance: most people wear gym clothes here. Even on a date. Interior is giving simple vintage vibe, dark. Maybe a causal date? Not a place for romantic date This is a place for you to focus on food I guess? read more

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Food- amazing, top items are the Kim's for sure (I wanted more of those, ordered the extra caviar Kim as well and it does not disappoint). Other amazing items are the fish and the wagyu. It's a pre fix tasting menu so you don't have to think about what to order. Definitely left wanting for more Service- great friendly patient server Ambiance- romantic modern industrial great for date nights or just yummy food nights read more

When you think about a religious experience, traveling somewhere far away and feeling completely out of your element or simply existing with your familiar, ordinary surroundings while on some sort of substance come to your mind. Jua in NYC was a religious experience for me. As a "picky eater" growing up (especially regarding seafood), fine dining broke me out of those fallacies and exposed me to a the divinity that the seas have to offer. Jua took it to another level for me and left me flabbergasted. As a seafood forward tasting concept, I can say that what they're doing here genuinely blew my mind and brought me closer to a higher power The abalone Jook left me speachless. The diver sole had me CRAVING more. The desserts may be the best I've had - and I've been to 3 star places. On top of this, it's one of the best deals in NYC for a fine dining tasting menu read more

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Well I shouldn't be writing this, because it will hurt me at the end, as I won't be able to get a table/reservation here anymore!!!! But wow this team deserves standing applause! Hands down WOW one of the best experiences from the arrival to departure, there is nothing they could have done better. Service 10+ Space 10+ Ambience 10+ But the food !!! Thank you chef my biggest compliment to you, your team and the kitchen you run! I couldn't pick 1 dish, all 8 of them were evenly out of this world. Not sure why I'm still writing I should justd start booking my next resy as I'm afraid it will be impossible to get a table here in amonths or two. Hands down one of the best experiences in the city and I have been in the city long enough to make this statement Don't believe me? Keep scrolling and I will keep eating!!! You're welcome!!! read more

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I promise you if you have never been here, you're absolutely missing out. I've had my fair share of prix fixe meals in San Francisco and I can confidently say that this is hands down one of the best, if not THE best, of the bunch. Every single dish I ate blew me away and I'm already thinking about who I want to bring here next because if you're ever in NY, you have to come here and try to get a reservation! Like I said, everything served was delicious, but my top 3 favorites and standouts are: 1. Caviar Kim 2. Jook 3. Goguma Juak (dessert) The Caviar Kim set the bar SO HIGH for the entire meal. It was perfectly salty and sized, and I seriously wanted 1 more right after I finished it. The Jook is INSANE. Don't be fooled by the color/look of it - the combination of the flavors and how well-balanced everything was seriously blew me away. There's just a hint of spiciness that kicks in at the end and the depth in flavor that this Jook had seriously shocked me. It came out super hot and ugh, so so good. And last, the DONUT DESSERT OH MY GOD. I was a bit skeptical at first but the texture of this donut was SO AMAZING paired with the ice cream, PERFECTION. It was chewy, not super soft, not dry at all, and there was this nice bite to it that left you wanting more. Not too sweet, which is the best compliment ever, and even though I was so full at the end, I couldn't stop myself from finishing the entire thing. As excited as I am to try new dishes as their menu changes, these 3 must be kept as a staple and regular because I can't imagine not having them again... I'd be so upset. Service and ambiance was amazing as well. All the waitors/waitresses were super kind and gave a great overview of the menu. Highly highly recommend coming here, I know I will 100% be coming back and bringing all my family/friends here!! SO YUMMY AND SO WORTH! read more

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Oh my god. SIMPLY DELICIOUS. Every bite ROCKED. I thought I was going to cry during dessert. I've had some really good meals in NYC and this one skyrocketed to the top of the list for me. Came here for anniversary date night and was really special. It's a tiny space and very crowded but everyone is very attentive and quick. read more

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I came here for my bf's birthday on Sunday night (8:30pm seating). In terms of courses, I felt like Uni kim and caviar kim had too much pickles which overpowered the flavor of Uni and caviar. The abalone jook was a large portion and made me super full and I couldn't focus on the rest of the dishes. None of the dishes really stood out to me besides the tender fish and donut/ ice cream dessert at the end. It was good but I couldn't finish it because I was already full. Since this is a smaller restaurant with a lot of parties seated, I was also distracted by the other customers (I saw a lady picking at her teeth). Overall, the service was great but I would've expected more in terms of flavors from a Michelin star restaurant. read more

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So happy I finally got the chance to dine here. They take reservations three weeks out, so plan accordingly and only have two seatings - 6 PM or 8:30 PM. We chose the 8:30 PM seating. I was surprised how casual the restaurant looked especially for a one-star Michelin restaurant. Service was just okay for me. It's loud in here and I could barely hear what the servers were saying when describing the food when presented on our table. Most of them are wearing a mask, so they should speak up louder. The tasting menu is priced at $135 per person. Their Jook was by far my favorite course of the evening. It was so tasty and satisfying. It has king trumpet mushrooms and smoked eel in it. It was the best Jook I ever had. My next two favorite courses were the Caviar Kim and Galbi & Chan. The galbi was so rich and tender - it was so good. I liked the garnishments that came with the galbi. I didn't know they had a wood burning grill in their kitchen, so that's probably explains why the food tasted great. I wasn't a big fan of the mackerel - I know Koreans love this fish, but I wish they served sea bass or char instead - that would have elevated the meal for me. Also, the last dessert was way too rich for me. But overall, I left very satisfied and was happy I came. Pricing, $135 tasting menu is a bargain in NYC. read more

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Finally got to check out Jua which many say is comparable to Jungsik but just at a much lower price point. Having tried Jungsik and not really enjoyed it, I was hesitant but decided to check Jua out given the raving reviews from many friends. Tldr; is that it's decent but really quite different from Jungsik. I would say the Jungsik dessert (which was my fave part of the meal) is just on a whole different level. Overall I think this was just a miss for me - there are many other (also Michelin-starred!!) restaurants in the city that are a similar price point that I'd rather visit. I also have a sweet potato allergy which we told them about weeks earlier when we made the booking and we were told they can't accommodate it for the dessert (sweet potato donut) and instead they offered me an additional scoop of ice cream, which I think is a somewhat strange replacement and disappointing from a Michelin-started restaurant. In terms of main dishes, they ranged from decent to just not great. The foie gras juk was my favourite but ultimately too salty for my liking. We got the extra uni portions (from Maine) and the flavor was so mild and not worth the additional $30 or so for one small bite. This might just be an issue with Maine uni though. While the caviar portions were generous, they also were not strong in flavor or particularly impressive. Banchan with duck had decent duck, but such a small portion of duck. And the banchan were extremely underwhelming and didn't really land with the duck flavor imo. Ambience was alright. It was good for a date night with the dimmed lighting and numerous 2 person tables; however, there was a guest on her phone for 5-10min chatting loudly away at her seat. I would have expected the waitress or someone else to at least tell her to take the call outside instead of ruining the ambience. read more

JUA - caviar, uni - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

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Came here on a Tuesday night and what an incredible experience! The staff is super attentive and the inside make you feel cozy. We ordered the pinot noir which I enjoyed! The caviar kim was packed to the brim with caviar and was one of my favorite bites. The scallop came in a really nice sauce and was so fresh tasting. The jook warmed my insides and felt so homey. The banchan was my least favorite of everything but still super refreshing. My favorite dishes were the cod and duck. The cod and its sauce went perfectly together and the duck paired with the red "jelly" from the banchan were such an incredible duo. Both of the desserts were absolutely incredible. The strawberry one was a great palette cleanser and the donut with the brown sugar ice cream was unreal. Would definitely recommend!! read more

JUA - Duck and chan - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

Everything was absolutely delish. There was not one piece I did not like. Even delicious to the dessert! Service was impeccable and everyone was so friendly. Ambiance had a nice vibe. My favorite piece were the cavier kim and jook. The cavier kim was so mouthwatering delicious that I didn't want it to end. I like uni, but not an uni lover, so I can go without the uni kim next time! read more