Kochi

Like Jua, Kochi opened in November 2019 with a very reasonably priced tasting menu – seven courses for $75. Chef Sungchul Shim structures his menu after banquet meals served at the royal court during the Joseon dynasty, but incorporates modern Japanese and French techniques, reflecting his experience cooking at Le Bernardin, Bouley and Per Se. Dinner begins with a vibrant seasonal soup followed by mul-hwe sashimi with tiger's milk sauce. There are opportunities for luxe supplements – osetra caviar, A5 wagyu, abalone and sea urchin – along the way.

Shim's specialty is skewers grilled over binchotan charcoal-like shrimp jeon pancakes with fermented chili oil and glazed vinegar cured mackerel. Even dessert continues along the skewer theme with black sesame ice pops served on a stick. Portions here are generous and cocktails are especially intriguing, along with non-alcoholic mocktails and rare South Korean teas.

Address: 652 10th Ave, New York, NY 10036

Website: https://kochinyc.com/