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They changed the menu such that you can only get some of the entrees such as the signature brisket and grits if you do the tasting menu. Since we weren't so hungry, we did a la carte. The green tomato kimchi was crisp and the brine was a nice offset to our dishes. The cod beignets were enjoyed by all but I didn't think it is a must do. The kimchi jambalaya was good but has a similar flavor profile as kimchi fried rice for me to get it again. The seafood jjajangmyun was a surprise hit. I'm not the biggest fan of glass noodles but they absorbed the sauce so thoroughly. There's no broth to this, and the seafood didn't necessarily complement it so well especially the shrimp which was relatively unseasoned. I'd come back for the tasting menu when I'm really hungry to try other entrees.
KJUN is a really fun spot if you want something a little different. The menu mixes Korean and Cajun flavors, which you don't see often, and there are plenty of options whether you want to order à la carte or go with the chef's menu. The chef's menu includes a salad, first and second courses, and dessert, and I liked that the servers took the time to explain everything. The two level space is quiet but still inviting, and it works well for both a date or a group. Prices are reasonable for the experience, service was attentive, and I'd definitely come back!
It was an ambitious trek to the city with a toddler but we made it. That was after going to the original spot only to be told the restaurant moved and the ole mister walked right into the metal gate, knocking his noggin, and was nearly concussed. Anyway, the eatery is up the block, sitting at the corner of the street. If we had known, or if they've updated their address online, maybe my husband wouldn't be sporting a bruise on his shiny forehead. On to the food... It was an interesting take on several items. The only thing I would consider ordering again is the seafood jajangmyeon. The jambalaya was underwhelming to say the least. I liked the corn over the rest of the apps. Then again, who can screw up corn?? The establishment have two floors but their first floor requires descending a few steps to access so one would wonder is that a basement. Top floor have the huge windows so every guest wanted to be up there. Toilet is in between the floors, in the middle of the staircase. Better watch your step, or else you would be rollin' with your Kjun!
I already thought Kjun was such a clever name for a Korean Cajun restaurant and then I learned it's also a play on the chef's own Korean name. I ate at her pop-up at Essex Market at the start of the pandemic and then when she opened her first brick and mortar in Murray Hill and am so pleased to have dined here last weekend at her most built out space to date. I've mostly enjoyed her dishes a la carte but she insisted on taking us on a culinary journey of her choosing, so of course we said yes. After the chef took note of our group of 6's dietary restrictions, out came gumbo, kimchi stew, a very delicious umami flavor bomb that was a marinated boiled egg topped with creme fraiche and caviar. Korean fried chicken, watermelon salad, a shrimp and black bean shrimp noodle dish, and lots of steak. Some dishes were evidently a fusion of Korean and Cajun flavors, but others felt strictly Korean. Everything I tried was flavorful, though I found some of the portions a bit precious, particularly since we were sharing as a group. The meat eaters in the group left full because there was so much steak brought out to the table, but the tofu alternative brought out for me wasn't quite enough to leave me sated. We were all willing to be spendy for this meal, but I think I would have gotten more if I had just ordered a la carte. We paid about ~$80 per person and I don't feel like I got $80 worth of food. I would gladly return but would personally opt out of the tasting menu journey.
Stopped by on a whim and it was a great decision!!! The place was full so we sat at the bar stool area ... this place it small but the staff was very friendly. We ordered a kalbi burger with gumbo and a kimchi jambalaya. The flavor was just amazing. I had the burger and the combo of burger and the sauces and flavors it has combined with the gumbo was just perfection! The patty was perfectly cooked. A medium cook on the meat was so juicy and very well seasoned. The gumbo was just perfection. My husband had the kimchi jambalaya and I will say, for someone that doesn't like kimchi this was so well made. Not too over powering ... I liked it when I tried it. My husband loved it!
Having been to New Orleans in the beginning of the year I was excited when I found out about this restaurant that has Korean food and Cajun food fusion. We got the $77 menu set. The banchan has watermelon rinds, okra and potatoes. It was my first time trying the watermelon rind! It was salty, sour and crunchy. It opened our appetite on a hot day. From the menu, we watermelon salad, chicken and andouille gumbo, oysters, japchae boudin balls, for main course we got galbi brisket &grits and blue crab curry and blueberry smash soju cocktail. Loved the blue crab curry. Sad that there is no ac on the top floor where we sat. Has only 75 minutes to dine which was a bit rushed. The waiter told us about 6 minutes prior the limit ended. It would be better to let us know about 10-15 minutes ahead of time because we were rushing to eat the dessert. I didn't eat much of the dessert. It consists of a strawberry cream cake, pecan pastries and yakult drinks for each guest. Food were great nevertheless.
I wanted to have a nice meal during a very transformative time in my life in one of my favorite places in the world. I was able to get a solo resy and I was seated at the counter when I arrived. The space is very small and cozy; the staff makes use of all the space. I ended up having a reasonably priced prix fixe meal with 5 courses and enjoyed almost everything. The catfish was good but would much rather preferred more of a hard fry vs a pan fry. The grits were insanely creamy and rich, solid take on BBQ shrimp, and loved the Korean flavor profile of the greens. Unfortunately, I did not enjoy the pecan pie/tartlet; very hard and dry. Despite that hiccup, I would love to return and give the rest of the menu a try. As one who lives in the Gulf Coast, this is probably some of the best cajun/creole I've had in NYC.
Made reservations and were promptly seated. We ordered a bunch of dishes and while the initial shock was great - delicious fusion flavors mixed together, I don't know if I'll come back. The price point was high but the presentation isn't it.
2.5/5 Nothing wow-ed me even though I thought a Korean + Cajun sounded very interesting. My friends and I had a reservation for 5:30 on a Thursday and we ordered the Galbi Brisket & Grits (2/5 meat couldve been better ), Seafood Jjajangmyun (2/5) I can tell what they're trying to do but it executed poorly like the taste was just not here, and BBQ Pork Ribs (3/5 this was mega odd but some parts of the ribs were soft and juicy but the other parts were really touch to chew. Nothing wow-ed me.
This was one of the more unique fusion cuisines (Korean + Creole) I've had in a great way. Free Amuse-Bouche (1/5): I forgot the name of it, but it was free so it won't count towards the rating. Was a bit too acidic for me, and needed to wash it down with water after. Chicken Liver Pate (5/5): This was pretty much my favorite dish and one of the best sourdough's I've ever had. The chicken liver was very rich and flavorful, and the melon/plum was a solid contrast. Seafood Jjajangmyun (5/5): Almost like a squid ink-infused japchae. Has a unique flavor profile, and the shrimp + calamari were a nice compliment. The decor stayed true to its menu as the walls contained traditional Korean folk art, while the general interior felt like I was in New Orleans. I would definitely come back to try the Kimchi Jambalaya, Japchae Boudin Balls, and Kjun Chicken Sando.
good deal (118 for a dinner for two, which comes with 2 sides, 1 starter, 2 mains and dessert) but I think the food is just not my cup of tea to start, the ambiance is very cozy - the restaurant itself is really small and the service is super attentive and welcoming for the food - I actually really enjoyed the sides - they offered the okra kimchi complimentary which I surprisingly loved, and the green tomato and watermelon were also super refreshing for the starter, we opted japchae ball - it was solid but honestly did not tasted super special. sort of just an arancini stuffed with meat, I barely tasted the glass noodles for the mains, we got the jjangmyeon and the fried chicken. the noodle texture was not like your typical jjangmyeon and the fishy seafood flavor was a bit too strong for my personal liking. and the fried chicken was a bit too heavy and coated, but I am personally just not a fan of southern style fried chicken the dessert was pretty amazing though. the pecan pie was light and crunchy and the sweet potato mousse was so unique and not sweet at all this spot is great if you love southern style food but it's personally just not for me!
What can I say about this place besides it's a must go ! Pin it and make it happen you won't be disappointed. Went on a Saturday evening had reservations (they were fully booked) - although the space was small every space was utilized well and everyone had their privacy ( great date night for sure ) Everyone including the chef and owner were conversing and working at the same time - best service I've been too for sometime. No BS just common ground for good food and its origins. Every food tells a story, KJUN was about friendship and a bond. Korean and Cajun soul. We opt for the tasting menu although it was meant for 3 they said sure we will make it for 2 - well let me tell you we were both stuffed to the rim ! Just look at those pics ! And we took food home ! I would highly recommend just going there and try everything the jambalaya was epic , fried chicken seasoning on point, shrimp and grits you'll lick the bowl. The honey chips ( OMG) I can eat a whole bag! Only thing is I had no room for desserts so didn't get to enjoy it! I look forward to returning but will try the other items I've missed !
I had a fantastic experience here! Everyone was so friendly and the server was so nice to give me recommendations. It's a cute little restaurant that's dark and cozy, but very small so you're bumping elbows with those around you. I got the prix fixe menu for 1, which was about $60 (includes 1 snack, 2 sides, 1 main, 1 dessert). For the amount of food you get, the price is super reasonable! I left feeling very full. Snack: Japchae boudin balls: 9/10. These were great! Fried perfectly and the sauce that came with it was also super yummy. It tasted kind of like deep fried egg roll filling with the japchae noodles. Sides: Green tomato kimchi 9/10, Pear salad 8/10. The green tomato kimchi was so unique! It was very tangy and refreshing, and the crunch was amazing! It was the perfect side for my main to cut out the heaviness. It's different from other kimchi i've had, I wasn't expecting it to be in a more watery liquid. The pear salad was good as well, but nothing memorable. Main: Galbi and grits: 10/10 This was spectacular. Truly so unique and an amazing combo of flavors! The grits were very rich and cheesy, which was balanced by the sweet galbi. It also had cherry tomato kimchi and I believe pickled radish which helped with flavor fatigue. I loved this! Dessert: Strawberry yummy: 5/10. This was essentially like a cornbread tres leches. The ratio was off, I only got a tiny square of cornbread and it was about 70% cream! The flavors didn't really stand out to me. Despite this, I still give KJUN 5 stars bc the other food is that good!! I would love to try the other dishes
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3 years ago
Was intrigued by this fusion idea! We shared the following: - Green Tomato Kimchi: A great starter. The tomatoes were on the firmer side, which suits my personal preference. I appreciated that it wasn't heavily salted like regular kimchi. - Japchae Boudin Balls: Great flavor! I was very entertained by the glass noodles fillings. - Gochujang Andouille & Grits: I'm not a big fan of grits, but these were super creamy! Was a bit disappointed with the texture of the andouille, however, as I prefer my sausages on the firmer side. - KJUN BBQ Pork Ribs - Really good! It's just that they weren't that much different from any other ribs I've had. Space was pretty tight. Service wasn't the warmest but efficient. read more
This place was amazing! I found Kjun by looking around on Google Maps, and I was super intrigued because I've never had Korean-Cajun fusion before. We made a lunch reservation in advance for the weekend. The restaurant is really small, and the seats are bar stools, which can get a little uncomfortable, but they knocked it out of the park with the food (which is all I care about). They started off the meal with a complimentary "amuse bouche" which, if I remember correctly, was a piece of tofu in a tangy sauce. We ordered the japchae boudin balls as an appetizer, which was delicious (I wished the balls were bigger!), and the anchovy aioli paired really well with it. For our mains, we got the seafood jjajangmyun, the shrimp and oyster po'boy, the pork ribs, and the fried chicken. Suffice to say I loved every single dish. Everything was super flavorful and cooked perfectly - the meat on the ribs fell off the bone and the chicken was juicy (the fried chicken batter also had an interesting fragrant note to it). Everyone loved the po' boy and jjajangmyun as well, though we didn't expect the noodles to be the sweet potato noodles usually used in japchae (no complaints though!). We also got complimentary yakult at the end! I personally don't care about service that much when I eat out, but this place stood out. Everyone working here was so nice and the server made an effort to connect with us. The rest of the menu also looked super interesting, so I'm definitely going to be back here to try out more! Would highly recommend this place!!! read more
3 years ago
Kjun was strongly recommended by a friend - claimed it was one of his favorite spots in the city. Keep in mind this is a small and cozy restaurant, great for dates or small groups. Our group of 5 arrived at 7 PM on a Saturday and opted to order takeout due to limited seating. We ordered 4 mains and 5 sides which ended up being the perfect amount of food for 5. We ordered the Japchae Boudin Balls ($14), Cornmeal-Crusted Fried Oysters ($20), Potato Daikon Salad ($6 cup/$12 pint), Green Tomato Kimchi ($13), Okra Kimchi ($15), Seafood Jjajangmyun ($30), Seafood Gumbo ($27), BBQ Pork Ribs ($30) and Collard Greens Bibimbap ($23). Everything we ordered was extremely flavorful. Only miss the entire night were the ribs, which were a bit dry. They threw in a side of Cranberry cornbread and chicory chocolate chip cookies. Chocolate chip cookies was the perfect treat to end a delicious meal. Kjun has perfected the fusion of Korean and Cajun dishes. Between the food and service, it was a 5/5 experience. Looking forward to dining in person. read more
1 year ago
AMAZING !!!! Easily 10/10 from the service, friendly staff... the executive chef coming to table to table to not only greet everyone but genuinely have conversation and care about the food and quality..... and the food omg!!!!!!! I'm already dreaming about it read more
2 years ago
There's gimmicky fusion, there's successful fusion, and the there's KJUN, a restaurant which thoughtfully and deliciously combines Korean and Cajun cuisines in a way that makes you wonder why there aren't dozens of such restaurants across the country. The combinations of flavors feel original yet so natural, with clear care and craft put into every aspect of both cuisines. The last time I went I was with a group of 5, and we ordered the KJUN Family Meal, a chef's choice set of mains, sides, snacks, and desert. As part of this set, Jae Jung herself (chef, founder, and former top chef competitor!!) came to our table, asked us about preferences or requests, then designed a menu for us taking all that into account while still surprising and delighting us. The Japchae Boudin Balls are always a standout, as is the Gumbo (served over rice with okra kimchi), and make sure you don't sleep on the Seafood Jjajangmyun. Lovely restaurant, good acoustics, cozy without being cramped, highly highly recommended giving KJUN a visit. read more
7 months ago
Give Jung a Michelin star yesterday! I haven't had a better meal since 3 years ago in Paris. The Korean brisket on cheesy grits with diced daikon, cherry tomatoes and cilantro blew my mind. Every dish and drink was so thoughtful and Cajun and Korean culture shined in each bite without one out weighing the other- a true fusion. Would love to go back. read more
3 months ago
I enjoyed the food; some were better than others but I'm not knocking any stars because I think this is a solid 4.5, but 4 feels wrong. The service was great; they were kind, accommodating and checked in on us a few times. Highlights were - the boudin balls (I could eat this all night even though it's heavy) crunchy on the outside, soft and flavorful on the inside - the matcha drink; super refreshing and tangy/tart without being overly sour (which I dislike). Taking sips of this while eating the fried foods is a must! Really good: - the fried chicken; moist chicken, lightly crunchy outside. If you have ever had deep fried cornflakes; it's that level of airiness. The hot honey was a perfect condiment for it. - deviled eggs with cracklings. Someone else said this tastes like sushi and that is the perfect description. I wasn't sure if I liked it or not, but it was unique and tasted like sushi. Slightly disappointing - the gumbo. Now don't come at me, this seems to be their best seller, but it was super salty to me. However, you can tell there's a lot of love and quality ingredients. They did not skimp on the meat. I also ate my portion of it, so it wasn't bad, just not the knock out out of the park experience I was reading about - the po boy; it was quality, but it also didn't seem very special The place is small and the table tops are small, but I believe it can seat 14 -20 people in the restaurant. The bathroom is through the kitchen, so I felt super bad interrupting by walking through, but everyone in the kitchen was just so nice about it! read more
Korean and Cajun makes for a great match! The persimmon salad is light, refreshing and the perfect way to start the meal! There is a yuzu vinaigrette that tasted amazing. Both the gumbo and the jambalaya were hearty and rich. The portion size of the entrees were decent and you will definitely be full. The staff were very nice and you get to meet chef Jae! It is a bit cramped sometimes, but the food is worth the visit. There is a bathroom in the back, just have to walk through the kitchen to get to. read more
We had a great meal at Kjun. This is a neighborhood gem. The space is small and we sat at the counter looking at the kitchen. We were lucky to have the friendliest server. She was so sweet. We met the owner and she made great suggestions and we ordered everything she said. We definitely want to return to try everything on the menu. Tonight we had fried oysters 10/10 Japchae Boudin Balls 10/10 The flavors are incredible Okra Kimchee 10/10 Hesitant to order at first, but completely won over eating okra! So delicious Chicken and andouille gumbo 10/10 We were so excited eating such delicious food. It's not often that you try 4 new dishes and love every one. We want to try the lunch menu as well. Thanks for the friendly service and delicious food. read more
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4 months ago
Visited KJUN on a Tuesday evening after work. No wait, but it gets busy quick so I do recommend making reservations! Chef was amazing and walked out to greet the guests. She had also shared a watermelon salad sample to all of the guests. You can see her passion in developing great flavors! Soy Marinated Eggs & Cracklin' (4.5/5) - perfectly soft boiled and the wasabi aioli offered a balanced taste (not overpowering at all)! The fried chicken skin gave a different texture, but would prefer if it was a bit more deep fried/crunchier. Seafood Jjajangmyun (4/5) - the seafood was perfectly made! Noodles picked up a lot of sauce which made it a bit too salty (I still enjoyed it tbh, but my friend couldn't eat too much) Gumbo (5/5) - highly recommend! Perfectly seasoned and well made. I would have devoured the dish (if I didn't have to share) read more
3 years ago
Really happy with everything here and one of the best meals I've had in a minute. I love how unique this place is, blending the chefs expertise with New Orleans, Cajun style cooking, and her own Korean heritage. This is one of those places that makes New York City so great and I'm so happy to have tried it. I would definitely come back to show friends here. Let's go to the food: CAJUN KOREAN FRIED CHICKEN. Delicately crisp, chicken, skin exterior that is kind of frittery in texture and deliciously, tender on the inside with the bold savory flavor. Don't forget to add the toppings which add depth and variety. The hot honey adds a heat and sweetness and I'm obsessed with whatever else was paired with it - forget how to describe it exactly but i kept going back KIMCHI JAMBALAYA This was really good, one of their headline dishes. The perfect blend of perfectly cooked rice with lots of fresh herbs and spices, and melt in your mouth tangy and savory kimchi coming through. FRIED SHRIMP AND OYSTER PO BOY I wasn't expecting this to be as good as it was. The homemade bread was delicately crispy on the outside, and it didn't hurt the roof of my mouth. The inside was not overly fried, and it kept a lot of the original flavor of the shrimp, and oyster without being overpowering. The homemade remoulade was also delicious. YAKULT CREAMSICLE While $14 it was quite delicious, bright and citrusy. Not a drink you can find every where else and super creative. read more
An amazing culinary experience and great atmosphere. Definitely a small hidden gem, and the portions were on the smaller end but we left very satisfied and full. They gave us complimentary starters and yakult to finish out. Coming back here soon! read more
Absolutely love this place. It's quite literally a hole in the wall, but is a very unique combination of Korean and Cajun cuisine. I find myself going back for lunch over and over as a treat, since I work in midtown. Make a reservation as there are not many seats. Food comes out fast so you can easily be in and out in 30 minutes. read more
An extremely fun and innovative concept!! The chef does an amazing job of marrying classic Korean cuisine with the flavors of creole cooking. It was incredible!!! The okra kimchi was sooooo good!! Loved everything we tried - fried chicken, fried oysters, kimchi jambalaya, etc. would pass on the dessert, it was good but nothing spectacular. read more
The cod beignet was SO good - I love the at KJUN combined Korean and Cajun flavors. I only had the chance to try two dishes this time around but I definitely want to go back for more. The restaurant is a little small and leans on the casual side so don't expect an upscale atmosphere but the food is great so would put this spot on a "great food, casual vibes with friends or family" list. read more
Absolutely incredible. From the food to the service to the vibe--everything was 10/10. Definitely recommend getting the chef's choice sample option. You need to try everything you can here. Also, it's BYOB. We brought beef and soju. But honestly the food is so good you don't want to get full of the drinks. read more
9 months ago
KJUN offers some of the best Korean fusion in NYC! I've been going here since 2021, back when they were just a ghost kitchen, and have never once been disappointed. The staff is always welcoming and helpful, making it one of my favorite restaurants in NYC. Here are some of my go-to orders! Seafood Jjajangmyun Gochujang Andouille and Grits Po'Boy Set (Lunch) Okra Kimchi (Side) As a heads up, if you're planning on dining in, I'd definitely recommend making a reservation, as the interior of the restaurant is very small. Additionally, it also may not be the best for parties larger than 4, as it can become very cramped. read more
The food was amazing! I would come again to this restaurant. The staff were friendly and helpful. Everything I tried I enjoyed. My favorite was the summer cold noodles special and the ribs. The ribs were so tender literally coming off the bone so easy to eat in a public setting. 10/10 recommend this restaurant read more
I cannot start to even describe how much I loved this place. I've been wanting to try it for a while, and it was pretty easy to make a reservation (I think I called like a day or two before?) The restaurant itself was pretty cozy, not much seating but it felt friendly and intimate. There were people leaving as we got it and they were telling the servers how good everything was and how much they loved it so I was getting really excited. And they did not disappoint! There was a KJUN for two menu where you get 1 snack, 2 sides, 2 mains, and a dessert so we got that and EVERYTHING was so good! I will need to write an essay if I comment on everything but the COD BEIGNET was to DIE for oh my god. Perfectly crisp but light and airy. read more
3 years ago
I was given a recommendation to KJUN after looking for something quick and unique to eat before leaving NYC and I'm super glad we went. I've never seen another Korean-Cajun fusion place and it's gotten me looking for similar restaurants in LA. And the name is cute. We arrived for a late lunch and luckily, there was some seating available at the bar. The staff were really friendly and accommodating especially because I asked if we could move to the table behind us (the people there left) after they'd already given us napkins and silverware. They cleaned up and helped us move over so we weren't right next to the payment machine. In total, we ordered the kimchi jambalaya, fried chicken lunch combo, shrimp and oyster po'boy, soy marinated eggs with chicken cracklin', japchae boudin balls, and jalapeño cornbread. I shoulda tried the Yakult Creamsicle rather than the Gogo Juice but was worried it would be very sweet. It was raining around that time so the jambalaya was perfect and while you could really taste the kimchi, it also had much more depth of flavor than a simple kimchi rice dish. Warming and hearty, perfect for a cool day. Everyone else enjoyed their orders as well. The cornbread was unfortunately a little bit dry, even with the honey butter (butter was kinda cold and hard to mix) but the soy marinated eggs and boudin balls were crazy good. I ate the egg with the chicken cracklin' and probably could have eaten another 6 eggs like that. Throughout our meal, someone from the kitchen (I think it was Chef Jae) kept coming by to check if we were enjoying the food which was very nice of them. Overall a great experience and hope to eat here again in the future. read more
I'm always on the hunt for unique Korean food in the city and boy, kjun hit the mark on almost every category! Pretty spontaneous decision to eat here on a Saturday but it was the best decision all day! The food was absolutely delicious, not a single bite was a miss. We did the family meal set, for 55$ we were fed until we were full! Such a good deal,,, not only was the food amazing, but the service was maybe the best yet! We were seated outdoors and I never felt like I was left unattended. When my group was waiting to be seated, they even gave us ice water to beat the summer heat! The food came out at a suitable pace as well. Definitely a place I would recommend! If I had one critique, maybe the fusion aspect of Korean and Cajun could be more emphasized? It felt like the food leaned 70% Cajun, 30% Korean but regardless, still amazing! read more
The space was small, but the food was good. In particular, the watermelon rind kimchi was interesting. I couldn't it was made of watermelon rinds at all. The ganchujang oyster dish with cheese, rice cake, and biscuits was good. It tasted similar to tteokbokki, but with more texture due to the crunchiness of the biscuits, the chewiness of the ball shaped rice cake, and massive of cheeses. read more
KJUN is a small Korean shop nestled between the bustling street of Manhattan. They specialize in korean food, with a twist. Each of their menu items is incorporated with Cajun flavoring to give it that sensational taste. My friends and I decided to drop by for lunch at KJUN and Im glad that we did. Entering KJUN, the store is actually quite small and most of the tables are for small parties. It kind of gave the feeling of being cramped even though there was just a few of us in the store. However, nonetheless, the interior is decorated very homely yet modern like. The ambiance is warm and inviting. After being seated, we were given a menu and there was so many great things to choose from. It was difficult to decide. We ended up choosing the jajangmyeon, po boy, gumbo, chips and my absolute favorite item, the kumquat yakult creamsicle. Starting with the best item, the creamsicle was creamy yet refreshing, it was sweet and sour, it was overflowing with flavorful but not too overwhelming at all. Definitely a must for those of you that love citrus flavor blends. The jajangmyeon had a rather unexpected flavor, salty, yet a hit of umami. The seafood on top was tender, juicy and plump. Well cooked and well seasoned. Though I would be careful as it does stain your lips. The gumbo was light and filling. I would skip on the chips, as I ate them, it felt greasy and while they did have that airiness of honey flavor, it felt too overwhelming. Overall, the food here was great, the staff is nice, and while the interior can feel cramped and small, I still had a great evening. read more
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i stepped into kjun midweek with a colleague for lunch since our office is nearby. we've been wanting to check it out for a while since the chef was on top chef. it's a quaint little spot with minimal seating. we were a party of 2 and were seated at the bar. it was a tight area but it was cool to be able to watch the staff at work! now i'm neither a fan of fried nor southern food, but the fry on the their rendition of fish and chips is very well executed. i didn't get a lingering greasy taste in my mouth at all which is excellent in my book! the honey chips are also to die for! the deviled eggs were mid, but i'm not unhappy we tried it. unfortunately my colleague did not enjoy the grilled cheese, but he really enjoyed the accompanying kimchi stew. this was definitely a splurge for a lunch meal, but worth trying if you're in the area. read more
Kjun is a Cajun Korean restaurant. It's a pricey hole in the wall eatery with high quality, unique dishes! It really is a one of a kind. You can't find these dishes anywhere else! Menu can change each season. Great desserts and fusion selections. read more
The food was pretty good but taking off one star because it was a bit hard to feel comfortable eating on the tiny stool chairs and a small wobbly table. Space is very limited here, it's not their fault obviously but i wouldn't say you would want to spend too long in here. Besides that the owner was really sweet and attentive and made sure we were enjoying our meals. I would definitely get the jajjangmyun again as well as the deviled eggs. The gumbo was pretty good but i couldnt tell where the Korean element of that dish was, the honey butter chips were good but very drenched in sauce. I did really enjoy the chips while eating it but idk if I'll get it again. read more
4 years ago
KJUN, as the clever wordplay might suggest, fuses Korean and Cajun flavors in its cooking. And as someone who loves fried food, heat and complex spice profiles, I loved so much of what this restaurant had to offer. For me, the best dish on the menu is the jambalaya. It is jam-packed with flavor from everything that goes into it, a party in your mouth - from the gochujang, pickles, cayenne, paprika, the mix of meats, etc etc. Just wow. 1. Kimchi Jambalaya (Classic Cajun Jasmine Rice Jambalaya, With Housemade Andouille Sausage And Chicken Thighs, With Three-month Fermented Cabbage Kimchi) $25 2. NOLA BBQ Shrimp (Cast-iron Roasted Shrimp With Nola- Style Shrimp Butter, Toasted Sourdough) $27 3. Green Tomato Kimchi (Refreshing Green Tomato Kimchi With Ginger, Scallion, Garlic, And Jalapeño) $13 4. Persimmon Salad (Thinly-sliced persimmon with yuzu vinaigrette) $20 5. KJUN Fried Chicken (Three Pasture-raised Gochujang And Buttermilk-marinated Chicken Thighs, Twice- Fried And Served With Go-honey Sauce) $27 6. Cornmeal-crusted Fried Oysters (Cornmeal-crusted Fried Gulf Oysters Served With Yuzu-tabasco Aioli And Soy-Pickled Mirliton) $20 read more
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154 E 39th St
New York, NY 10016
Murray Hill, Midtown East
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