We visited MI Kitchen in Franklin with absolutely zero expectations, and it ended up being one of the best dining experiences we've had in a while. From the food to the service, everything exceeded our expectations. The first thing that stood out was their small plate concept, and I absolutely loved it. I enjoy trying a variety of dishes instead of committing to just one entrée, and this concept is something I wish more restaurants would adopt. We ended up trying almost half the menu and loved nearly every dish. A huge shout-out to our server, Nestor. He welcomed us warmly, was cheerful throughout the evening, and his recommendations were spot on. He truly made the dinner even more enjoyable. We started with a couple of mocktails, and the Purple Haze was refreshing and delicious. Here are some of our favorites: MI Cucumber - Smashed cucumber with soy dressing, crunchy chili oil, and cilantro. Simple, refreshing, and packed with flavor. Plantain - Fried plantains topped with sriracha goat cheese, cilantro, and crunchy gremolata. The sriracha goat cheese paired perfectly with the sweet plantains. K-Pop Chicken - Korean sweet and spicy popcorn chicken with great flavor and a perfect balance of sweetness and heat. Dumplings - Homemade steamed dumplings with edamame, truffle, yuzu ponzu, and garlic confit. I really enjoyed the truffle flavor, though it may not be for everyone. Kimchi Bacon Risotto - Caramelized kimchi, applewood smoked bacon, tomato, and shrimp. One of the best dishes of the night--perfectly cooked with incredible flavor. Crispy Spicy Tuna - Spicy mayo tuna served over crispy rice. This was one of the highlights of the meal. The crispy rice was absolutely perfect. Cauliflower Taco - Crispy cauliflower with guacamole, creamy miso, and tsiran spice. The filling was flavorful, and the cauliflower was cooked perfectly. Lamb Chops - This was the only dish that felt average. The lamb was cooked well, but it was missing a bit of flavor. A little more seasoning, especially some salt, would have really elevated the dish. To finish the meal, we had the Banana Pudding with Vanilla Gelato, which was a delicious and satisfying way to end dinner. Overall, MI Kitchen completely exceeded our expectations. Amazing food, a fun small-plate concept, and outstanding service from Nestor made this a memorable experience. We'll definitely be back to explore the rest of the menu! read more

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Mi Kitchen is one of my all-time favorite restaurants and it has become a favorite of everyone I've ever introduced to it. It's one of those places where everything is packed with flavor and every dish feels a little special. The Mi cucumber is absolutely to die for--especially when you put it on top of the dumplings. Trust me on that combo! The K-Pop chicken is AMAZING and a must-order every time. The arancini has such a flavorful and unique twist that really stands out. The spring roll was delicious too, full of flavor with just the right amount of spice. And the tacos... you cannot skip them. The beef tacos are incredible, and the cauliflower tacos are just as good. Honestly, you can't go wrong with anything here. On top of the fantastic food, the service is always great--friendly, attentive, and welcoming. Highly recommend!! Be sure to make a reservation! read more

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This is a great spot! One of my staples for lunch or dinner. It's tucked away in a retail zone, but it's worth checking out. Seating is typically fast and service is friendly. The concept is shareable small plates, so my suggestion is to come hungry with a group of friends to try a little bit of everything. I've nearly tasted the whole menu at this point. Unique standouts include the k pop chicken, crispy spicy tuna rice, arancini and "Capri moon" illuminated cocktails in a bag. But there is something for everybody on the menu. read more

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Noko's little sister is all about bold flavor. You may recognize some crossover menu items here in a more casual space in a strip mall. Lots of salt and umami await you whether ordering the popcorn shrimp, k-pop chicken, mi cucumbers, or the signature sticky rice with spicy tuna. Best bite of the night was the edamame and truffle dumplings. They are so rich and velvety. The only let down was the cocktails. Not a very balanced taste in the Guava Nova - no tequila flavor - just tasted like juice. We had great service, and the staff is very efficient and friendly. read more

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Unexpectedly amazing! We decided to pop into Mi Kitchen because we heard of how great it was. Don't like the strip mall stop you! The food is South Korean inspired tapas. We tried a little bit of everything and found the coconut shrimp the best! It also had plenty of vegetarian options for our friend. If it is your birthday you get a free dessert! The waiter helped us so much pick what we might like. read more

Always a great time here. Food and cocktails are delicious, wait staff attentive. I love the decor and ambiance there. read more

Mi Kitchen is a true hidden gem tucked away in a small strip mall in Franklin and trust me, it's popular, so reservations are a must. I kicked things off with the Bourbon Peach Smash, which was delicious and fun (bonus points for the two gummy bears floating inside). Now onto the food. Mi Kitchen is known for its modern spin on Korean cuisine, served tapas-style small plates meant for sharing. There were four of us at the table, and everything flowed perfectly. For veggies, we ordered the Cauliflower and the Broccoli Rabe. The broccoli rabe absolutely stole the show. The chojang sauce was incredible packed with flavor and perfectly balanced. A must-have. Next up was the Crispy Spicy Tuna with crispy rice. The tuna paired beautifully with the rice crunchy, spicy, and perfectly executed. Another must-have. Then came the K-Pop Chicken BAM. Wow. So good. Loaded with flavor and coated in a sweet-and-spicy sauce that hits just right. Yet another must-have. We also tried the Gnocchi, which was very good, but the real standout was the shrimp. They were amazing--perfectly cooked, with what I believe were almonds adding a great texture and flavor. Absolutely a must-have. Finally, the Egg Rolls crispy, delicious, and served with an outstanding sauce that tasted like it had pineapple juice in it. Sweet, tangy, and addictive. Beyond the food, the service was excellent very attentive, and the pacing of the dishes was spot-on. The restaurant also has a cool, energetic vibe that makes the whole experience even better. If you live in Franklin, what are you waiting for? Go check out Mi Kitchen you'll be glad you did. read more

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I was in Nashville earlier in November. My friend took me to Mi Kitchen to pick up some entrées and yummy food from this restaurant. She ordered takeout after our Bible study class. She ordered a variety of dishes for me to try. We had some sorta spicy chicken wings and chicken pieces with a sweet sauce. Both were crunchy and tasty. Then we had a kale salad that was light and flavorful. Service was good. The ordered was not quite ready when we arrived . The restaurant was large with many tables and chairs. There was a full bar and many people were dining in for lunch. I may return if I am in Franklin again. The food overall was good. read more

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This was my second time visiting and it was tasty overall! Service was attentive, food came out quick, and flavors were well balanced. The caprimoon flavors all sounded amazing but we went with the lychee and it was refreshing. read more

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Absolutely amazing gem in Franklin. This is a Korean fusion restaurant where you can get a taste of the Korean food mix with other ethic dish. All the food here was great! They serve tapas style so the small plates are great for sharing to sample different plates. K-pop chicken was great but I was impressed by the Kimchi risotto. You get the hint of Kimchi taste and the rice was cooked well to reflect the real risotto. The atmosphere is cozy and nice. Their service is great and love the fact that it's truly owned by Koreans. read more

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The ambience was great! The food was amazing! We had the capri moon for an adult drink. It was a cool concept similar to capri suns. Our favorite was the tuna and fried rice balls. Yummmy! read more

Every time I come to Mi Kitchen, I always feel happy inside. After coming in for dinner, I decided to give lunch a whirl! I called for an order for pick up right at 11:30, it was ready within 30 mins! I ordered the K-Pop chicken, Glass Noodles and Mi cucumber! Would recommend the cucumbers and the glass noodles! What a heart warming establishment, this restaurant has won my heart and I already know it will win yours over to! read more

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This place I will have to say I wasn't expecting it to be as good. Also for a tapas place their portion sizes are well sized! The food came out hot and had lots of flavor!! My favors were the k pop chicken and the cucumbers. I could have took some of this cucumbers home!! I think it's the sauce they use for them that just makes everything come together. The tacos!! I never seen any tacos filled that high.. you have to try them! The chicken was crispy and saucey! I didn't need to modify anything here. Next time I'm in the area I will definitely visit again. read more

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Love love love this place, so glad it's by my office! Went with coworkers and we tried so many things and it was al delicious! Check my pics because it was too many to name here. My faves were the k pop chicken and cauliflower. Also loved the udon. Will def go back, especially since they have mocktails! read more

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We had Mi Kitchen last night with some friends. This was our first time, but a couple of our friends had been there many times before so they were able to give us suggestions on what to get. We had a reservation and got seated right away, the hostess was very nice and accommodating. We all got a cocktail or beer. The cocktails were so pretty and tasted great also. My husband and I got the Mi Cucumber (delicious) K pop chicken (also really good) Steak (which wasn't our favorite, but according to our friends it usually better times before when they have gone, so I'll try the steak again next time we go), kimchi bacon risotto (delicious) and the fortune udon (which was good and spicy) I'd have to say my favorites out of all of them were the kimchi bacon risotto and the mi cucumber. The ambiance is minimal and I thought it was so funny that they had like 80's commercials on the TVs at the bar. Also, this is a tapas place, so everything is small plates, which I love! read more

So crazy this place flies under the radar at times. I get guilty of forgetting it myself. I've never had a bad meal and the entire menu for me has been a hit. Nothing I wouldn't order again. Great little lunch spot. read more

We had another wonderful evening at Mi Kitchen last night when our power went out. The kale salad was a standout for me as I am trying to eat more greens - it perfectly massaged, full of flavor, with golden raisins, crispy quinoa, and shaved parmesan. The Mi Cucumber salad leaned a little heavy on the soy dressing, but still refreshing and one we'd happily order again as a side. We tried the K-pop wings this time and while it had the same great flavor, we'll stick with the K-pop chicken in the future since it's meatier. The glass noodles were the star of the night for us - absolutely phenomenal, the best we've found anywhere, and now a must-order for every visit (along with K-pop chicken). I also tried the Cute-tini, which comes in an adult Capri Sun-style pouch with a light-up bag and curly straw, it was so fun and creative - felt like a mini vacay vibes treating myself! I wasn't sure I'd love the cucumber juice or Korean soju (first time trying), but it surprised me, and I ended up really enjoying it. As we experienced here before and at Kore, the service was excellent attentive, efficient, and welcoming, even though we stopped in closer to closing time than we would normally come (about 35 mins before). We're such fans and excited to keep working our way through the entire menu!! read more

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Sometimes you see a bunch of positive reviews for a restaurant and you think this can't be real. In the case of Mi Kitchen, the reviews are 100% accurate. The food here is pure dynamite. Friendly service. Great atmosphere. My only advice is to make a reservation. Obviously Ware is getting around about how great this place is. We went at 5:15 on a Friday and we're lucky to get a table. read more

Wow the food here is SO good! I absolutely loved every plate we got! Lots of options to choose from and there's a little bit for everybody. Portions are good sizes and easily shareable. The staff was also wonderful and love the ambiance of the restaurant! read more

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First time visiting Franklin and our first night in town. A quick search for "best eat near me" brought us to this gem of a place. We arrived without a reservation on a Friday so we had a decent wait for a spot to open up at the bar. Staff was running in high gears all night but we were well taken care of with few delays in-between. Menu is simple - we ordered wok tossed cauliflower, soy-garlic K-wings, glass noodles (japchae), kimchi bacon risotto, bulgogi beef taco, and for dessert, caramelato. We also ordered an adult capri and lychee mocktail. The absolute MVP was the double-fried K-wings which came out hot, oh-so-crispy despite being coated in the delicious sauce. I have had many Korean fried chicken and wings at many places and this is definitely one of the best. The tossed cauliflower was unexpectedly addictive with the citrusy sauce and we loved that flavor from the wok (wok chi) on this dish and the japchae. I normally am not a fan of caramel (yeah odd) but this caramelato is something that you have to save room for, period. If you haven't tried Mi Kitchen, don't scroll past - and make a reservation if you can! read more

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Food is uniquely flavored without being overpowering. The dishes are varied enough to allow you to munch your way through the Tapas list and apparently dinner is even better! Oh and the service is just as good as the food. read more

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This is one of my favorite spots in Franklin! Mi Kitchen is the sister restaurant to Kore in East Nashville, which I think is one of the most stellar restaurants in east - and that says a lot. Would definitely recommend visiting both. While their menus are super similar, Mi Kitchen boasts a little more accessibility, with easy parking access and a quieter atmosphere. The crispy spicy tuna and K-pop chicken are must-gets, and I could literally drink the sauce that comes on the broccolini. And the steak! Perfectly cooked every time I've ordered it and such a nice offering for a small plate. Pro tip: order a side of white rice! While their bar could certainly use an extra bartender/barback (they're SO busy making drinks and takes a bit to get them out), their bartenders are very good and the drinks are delish and fun. Love the lychee "capri moon." Really can't go wrong with anything here, and the folks are always so nice. read more

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Asian fusion tapas?! Yes please! We started with the mi cucumbers, k pop chicken, spicy tuna, and kimchi risotto. The only thing we didn't care for was the shrimp on the risotto but the flavor of the risotto made up for the charred shrimp. We were still hungry so we got the plantains and the arancini next. The plantains had a great spice! The arancini was a little bland after all the flavors we already enjoyed so that one we probably wouldn't order next time. I wanted to try the bread pudding but we ran out of time (the table we were sat at was reserved for 6:30pm). Next time we will make a reservation and leave enough time for dessert! read more

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Haven't been back in a while so stopped in for book club! Service is still really great and fun atmosphere. Had a lavender based drink and it was okay. Was on the smaller side and had a lavender twig in it. I probably should have stuck with one of their cocktails in the pouches. A big fan of their Dumplings which are edamame based. I haven't had anything quite like it and I'm a fan, so would share them. Tried their Poki Bowl (Tuna) and it was outstanding. Very fresh and a good size portion. There were so many flavors and textures that really worked well in the dish! read more

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I liked Mi Kitchen except for one detail. It was Saturday at about 5:40 and when I walked in the hostess asked if I had a reservation. The place had about 3 tables sat. I said no. (I'm a tourist) She said then you have to sit at the bar. So I did. It turned out fine and the bartender with the man bun was sweet and a great server! When I left an hour later though maybe they had 6 tables sat? I'm dining by myself. The last thing I want to do is sit in a restaurant all night and hold your table hostage but I digress... I started with the crispy spicy tuna. It was perfection. The tuna came in a little bowl dressed with micro greens and you spread it on the crispy rice yourself. Loved it! Then I ordered the kimchi bacon risotto. This had a really nice flavor (kimchi, bacon, shrimp & tomato) but the rice was a bit under cooked. I ate the whole thing though! If I lived anywhere near here I'd be here all the time and I'd make a reservation. read more

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The food is spectacular, give me 15 more; of crispy sushi rice, beef tacos, hamachi crudo, garlic sticky wings, cucumber salad & the drink with tequila & guava. The service was on point, our waitress was super attentive. The ambiance is trendy and fun. I liked sitting in their booth. I hope to become a regular. Love their menu. read more

Had a great meal at Mi Kitchen. I ordered the steak and Korean fried chicken, and both were very good. I also tried some of the rice squares, which were a nice surprise and very tasty. The service was friendly, and the restaurant has a relaxed, modern vibe. Definitely a place I'll come back to. read more

This is my go-to pick up lunch spot. I've also been there several times to dine in. The food is consistently delicious and service is good.

We liked this place but I would not suggest for kids. The flavors were great but maybe too advanced for a younger palate. The tacos and Purple Haze drink were yummy. I would go back for the Poke bowl and the cucumbers! read more

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Wow! All the food was incredible and the service was top notch! We ordered half the menu and I couldn't get over the flavors of each dish. I could go here daily if I lived here and even woke up craving the tuna! read more

Mi is a great little spot. You'll forget you're in a non-descript strip mall and feel transported to elsewhere. We had a big table and tried a lot of different tapas! And it was great! The servers kept the plates coming and paced it well. Everything was delicious. Especially the Korean chicken. read more

Mi Kitchen is absolutely worth a visit and is such a great addition to Cool Springs. The vibe is eclectic and fun. The food is fantastic! Korean fusion done perfectly. The japchae noodles are incredible. try a pork taco while you're at is The service is always great. read more

It was an upbeat foodie destination. So much color and creativity in the ambience and on the plate. A definite return soon option.

Wow! Where do I start. The food, the atmosphere, the staff, the service are all top notch. But the food.. so good!

Flew in from San Diego and needed some dinner. Found Mi Kitchen on Yelp with good reviews. I can see why. The food was creative and fantastic. My husband and I love octopus and have tried it at restaurants across the world and the octopus at Mi Kitchen was hands down the best we have ever had! The tacos were creative and delicious. Hey locals, support this restaurant. Family run with amazing food and great service. read more

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My favorite spot hands down! I have been several times (I went 3x in august alone). I have had everything on the menu and not one single thing has disappointed! I do have some staples that I get every single time without fail... edamame dumplings - the best thing I've eaten, ever and most of the time I get my own order and an order for everyone else to share! Definitely come visit! The owner is so kind and welcoming and the staff have all been very knowledgeable and kind as well!! I may go again today! read more

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My favorite Asian restaurant so far in Franklin. I wouldn't say it's a true authentic Asian eatery, but all the dishes I tried were flavorful. We had the Crispy Spicy Tuna, the Poke, and the Oyster Mushroom but the favorite was the K Pop Chicken. Crispy on the outside, tender in the inside and very tasty. I liked the decor, music and the random 90s commercials/videos beings played at the bar. read more

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Check this hidden gem out, on par with some of NYC best Korean fusion restaurants. Food is flavorful and service is great.

This tapas style spot is a gem and worth driving to. Service is great, food is great. We ordered tuna poke, kimchi bacon risotto, steak, gnocchi, k wings, dumplings, hamachi crudo, glass noodles, crispy spicy tuna, and mi cucumber. Everything was delicious and it all come out quickly. My favorites were the mi cucumber, crispy spicy tuna, hamachi crudo, steak, and tuna poke. read more

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What an incredible dinner! The service was absolutely fantastic and the food was out of this world. So many unique flavors but all done right! I'm a pretty basic eater but ventured out of my comfort zone and was so pleased. The udon noodles were my favorite dish, spicy but delicious! Everyone who worked there was so friendly and this has become a favorite. I can't believe I waited so long to try it! read more

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