Fantastic Japanese-Cajun fusion in Greenpoint! Came here for dinner on a Saturday night. It was very crowded, but thankfully we got a corner seat. Unfortunately out of gumbo--will have to come back for that! We did get: -Jambalaya omurice: this was sooo good, and the waitress cut into the egg and it was fun to watch the egg run! -Scallop crudo -Shrimp wonton tacos Two rolls: I think we got Salmon Slammin' and NOLA rolls. -Key lime pie Great gem in Greenpoint! read more

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Adorable little spot with a very chill, quirky vibe. Loved the neighborhood feeling. All the food was good, and the Slammin Salmon roll and yuzu key lime pie were the standouts. Great wine and cocktail selection and prices. $2 off beer, wine and small plates for Happy Hour. The food was high quality with great flavor, but in my opinion the portions felt small for the price, especially the "large" gumbo. Service was very friendly, but a bit slow (not sure if there were specific kitchen issues that night). Overall it was a great experience and glad we went, but not sure if it would warrant another visit. read more

I came here for dinner with a friend and we had the miso Caesar and the karage to start which were both delicious. Then we had the spicy tuna and blue crab rice sushi bowls and two Maki rolls the Futo Maki and the scallop. And we had the banana foster pudding and Keylime pie. Everything was delicious and I would recommend to get all of these dishes. The service was great. I did feel at some point that we were being rushed out a little bit even though the restaurant had plenty of empty tables. We went on a Tuesday at 6pm and it never got too loud or too busy. I would recommend going then especially if you don't have a reservation you can still find a table. They have a happy hour until 7pm which is two dollars off cocktails and there's some discount on the left side of the menu but nothing huge. The only negative would be that it's pretty pricey in my opinion. read more

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Love this spot! Came here a few times at this point and it never disappoints. The chicken katsu is amazing!! Also, you can get literally any of the sushi rolls and they are just so good!! Pictured is the kizami roll which is my fav but they also have the Nola roll that has crawfish. Super interesting combos and always so tasty. This miso Caesar is delicious as well. Small and cozy restaurant with super friendly owner and staff. They make you feel right at home. Highly recommended go to spot in the neighborhood. read more

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My friends and I did the coupon deal which was pretty solid!! I don't know if the 2 coupons were enough for 4 people, but was pretty good for 3 people - 4 "large" dishes and 4 drinks! IMO, the large dishes weren't that large, but we still enjoyed the Omurice and the Carbonara. The ramen wasn't what I expected - more of a dense/soupier broth. The staff had great vibes. read more

Kinoko - Omurice and Carbonara - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I had a pretty mixed experience here. The mango tango roll was phenomenal, but the others were unmemorable or partly inedible. I had two specialty rolls and two standard rolls for a total of around $60. Mango tango - quite good, no notes. I loved the touch of heat and tangy notes from the mango. Creole roll - unique flavor profile, but poor execution. The okra was totally undercooked and pretty much inedible. Jackfruit sneauxcrab - definitely more of a textural experience, pretty mild/blank flavor. I'd skip this one. Panko oyster mushroom - pretty standard compared to other veg sushi, but differentiated slightly by a bit of crispiness. Maybe the non-vegetarian options are better, but I can't really justify coming back for the one winner. read more

The 5-star average rating doesn't surprise me at all! I'm fortunate to have friends with good taste who recommended this place. It really is a special restaurant with some unique menu items. The setting is pretty cozy and casual and I'm pretty sure we were served by the owner herself. The photos of the food look as good as they tasted. read more

Kinoko - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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The food was amazing and service was excellent. I will be back. I arrived early and the kitchen was preparing food and it smelled so good inside. read more

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I would have never thought of fusing Cajun/Creole and Japanese food, but what they're cooking up at Kinoko is sooo right and fun! The blend between each cuisine's comfort foods and flavors is seamless and the flavor profiles and textures truly elevate the experience. There were plenty of creative plant-based options that surprised a carnivore like myself. The jackfruit sneauxcrab blew our minds- spot on texture and flavor. The star of the night had to be the jambalaya fried rice. Japanese omurice with the flavors of a Southern jambalaya... Do yourself a favor and try it. They slice the omelet at the table as well! We sat at the bar as a group of four on a Friday night and had plenty of space for the many dishes we ordered! The barstaff and servers were lively and friendly, and I'll definitely be back! read more

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My hubby and I went for his bday dinner and wow! It was all our favs in one place. New Orleans flair and fusion into Japanese and sushi! Gotta love it! The Nola Roll was incredible. And don't sleep on the matcha lava cake. My hubby was in heaven! So many booming and unique flavors. The servers are fun and having a great time right along with you! I cannot wait to go back! The owner is just lovely and makes the spot a vibrant place to be! read more

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One of the best meals I've ever head. The chef and staff are top notch. Can't wait to be back.

Not the biggest fan of this place. The staff seemed confused and flustered. The atmosphere is almost cute and cozy but instead just feels jammed. The food wasn't anything special. Kinda just mediocre Japanese food with Cajun/Creole fusion attempts, but none of it really landed for me. read more

Tucked away in Greenpoint, Kinoko mixes Japanese and Southern flavors in a way that hooked me right away. The dumplings with lobster and fried rice? Good stuff. But let me rave about the real star: the matcha cake and ice cream. It's seriously amazing! Sweetness and matcha goodness in perfect balance, making me crave more. If you're around Greenpoint and want something different, Kinoko is the place to be for flavors that'll make you want seconds. read more

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10/10 Tried this on a whim after seeing it on pulsd and I'm so happy I did, this is the perfect combination of New Orleans flavor and the freshness of Japanese cuisine. The owner is a hostess with the mostest who offers that warm southern hospitality that's so hard to come by in NYC and makes you feel comfortable which just elevates the experience I tried the New Orleans roll and I'm still thinking about it, the fried rice is also amazing. A definite hidden gem And must try read more

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Food was incredible, the service was incredible, and the ambiance was chill. The scallops were absolutely delicious

Very good food and the owner is super nice and there to welcome you. Their food options are actually wide and very unique than other traditional sushi restaurants . Absolutely a neighborhood gem read more

I met the owner's mom while waiting for a very delayed flight last summer down to New Orleans after spending 2 days in 2 airports. She was a riot, and told me her daughter moved to NYC and was opening a NOLA inspired Asian fusion restaurant. My brain lit up, and I started following the Instagram page. It took me 10 months after that to get there, and it was BEYOND worth the wait I went with my friend who was actually supposed to go with me on that flight last summer, and it's walkable from his apt (which is now dangerous in the best way). We walked in and I recognized Kelseay from social media, and introduced myself as we'd talked a bit on IG prior. She immediately knew who I was, was so welcoming and we were seated at one of the window seats. The whole place is so warm, decorated in such lovely ways, and I Love how much purple there is. Given the name of the restaurant is mushroom in Japanese, it's ironic that I don't eat mushrooms (and I cannot handle spice). She was super informative about what vegan options I could have in general or with possibly omitting anything spicy and mushrooms. I got the jackfruit tamaki and the mango roll sans Sriracha. The tamaki was so good and unique that I got a second one, and the way they use jackfruit in place of crab is unlike anything I've experienced. It was happy hour, so the tamaki and 2 wines on the menu were half off. The wine was delicious, the tamaki I liked more than the sushi roll, and then kelseay asked if we were interested in dessert... She said there was a matcha cake, and I didn't need to hear anything else. It wasn't 100% for me ingredients wise, and I didn't care. This was one of the best most different desserts ive ever had-it's basically a matcha lava cake and comes with a matcha kit Kat bar and ice cream on the side. I was so in awe of what I'd just eaten I could honestly barely form sentences. The entire experience was incredible, unique, not like anything I've ever had, and I cannot WAIT to go back. We got there right after they opened, and it quickly filled up. I am so thankful for that plane trip last year I wasn't originally supposed to take, and for Kelseay and her mom Jer for being some of the most fun and kind people I've met in a while. Once you meet both you really can tell they're related, I'm so excited for them and to recommend so many people to go check out Kinoko read more

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Came to Kinoko for a date night and the experience was a 10/10 from start to finish! Excellent service, warm friendly inviting decor, and the food was absolutely divine and full of vibrant fresh flavors. The star was the Jumbalaya Omurice which was magnificent in every way! If you are looking for a delicious meal with service to match come to Kinoko!!! read more

One billion stars. One of, if not THE, best gumbos I've ever had. Everything was/is phenomenal, best creole/cajun in the city . Like I almost want to keep it a secret it's so good. The brunch menu was great, the dinner menu is great. Owner was so friendly and welcoming. Just go! read more

This place is my new favorite and such a genius concept. I've been here two times now and although I want to try literally everything on the menu, I've gotten the Nola roll both times bc I'm simply obsessed. I also recommend the Miso Caesar salad and I had a bite of my bf's Chicken Katsu and that was very good. The banana pudding was absolutely divine. I think I'll be coming back here a lot! read more

Such an amazing spot! The food is SERIOUSLY next level delish. Trust me you wanna take your time with every bite!

Everything was Really Great, it was a perfect Blend of Japanese and Creole food Very Unique and original, The server Ava , was very nice, and she actually asked the chef if he could alter something on the menu For Us, this is a great neighborhood place with Beautiful food Wine and people , definitely don't Skip it read more

Literally the best restaurant I've ever been to!!! Go. Go right now. I could eat those damn temakis all day and all night. And the gumbo ramen SLAPSSS. Gawd bless chef Kelseay. read more

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I loved the veggie sushi rolls so much! So much flavor. Even if you're not a vegetarian I suggest trying the Kinoko roll! also so cute in there read more

10/10 from the service to the food! Kelsie was amazing I love a waiter that loves to shpill