“It was ok when I went after they opened, but the bulgogi main was incredibly, disappointingly dry—tiny portion sizing and low quality.”
H3
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“It was ok when I went after they opened, but the bulgogi main was incredibly, disappointingly dry—tiny portion sizing and low quality.”
H3
“That being said the food doesn’t really wow you but it is really well executed and the ambiance was fantastic.”
H3
“My feelings about Kisa are that it’s solid and that’s about it? I seriously thought I ordered the wrong thing or was missing something the entire I was there for lunch.”
H3
“The mains are very very good though. The spicy pork has a smoky flavor that I've rarely tasted from other Korean establishments in the city and the spicy squid has so much flavor.”
H3
“They got all the restaurant details down well but the food? It’s just below average home cooked meals. Go for the novelty, don’t go for the food.”
H3
“I thought the food was decent, but as a lover of Korean food, it definitely was not worth $32, which easily became $40+ after tax and tip.”
H2
“Loved the rotation of banchan, specifically the gimmari and jeon”
H2
“Honestly it’s one of two of my personally least favourite Korean restaurants alongside Jeju noodle bar. The concept of kisa is a hole in the wall restaurants for cab drivers in Korea but $30-40 is insane for what you receive.”
H2
“You go there for the ingredient quality and atmosphere and that cute free drink at the end.”
H2
“I've tried all their main dishes and they are all really solid too. Their jeyuk is the best I've had in the States. Easily.”
H2
“I thought everything tasted freshly prepared and very homemade in the best way possible (albeit a tad pricy). I don't think it would blow someone way, but it would definitely scratch that itch if you're craving Korean comfort food.”
H2
“I went to Edith's last week for the bulgogi cheesesteak collab they had with Kisa. It was great”
H2
“Food is average compared to every other k-restaurant in queens/NJ.”
H2
“If you love gamjatang, you should go for lunch. If you like it, then go for dinner too.”
H2
“Their lunch is ok”
H2
“i was disappointed - not the best flavor and overrated”
H2
“I found Kisa to be worse than the average authentic Korean place”
H2
“Hell, even Kisa a restaurant whose whole point is their banchan became very stingy.”
H2
“By far the best food. No fancy overpriced dishes. Authentic and delicious.”
H2
“However there were some high quality banchans so still worth it IMO (at least 3 were protein ones)”
H2
“Kisa is good but doesn't specifically serve LA galbi nor any stews.”
H2
“Kisa in East Village! Casual eatery with a retro vibe that emulates the “taxi driver restaurants” in Seoul.”
H2
“A Korean restaurant designed as an ode to a classic Korean diner that charges for refills on banchan has completely lost the plot. That actually makes me upset. All hat, no cattle.”
H2
“it was perfectly good and not a bad deal, but not exciting.”
H2
“It's so homey and well-executed affordable Korean comfort food. A very memorable, filling meal start to finish for the atmosphere and experience.”
H2
“Food was delicious — everything on every plate was great. The service was stellar.”
H2
“Love this place. Nice and simple and good vibes.”
H2
“I don’t see the appeal of this place. For $32 a dish, I can go to a great Korean restaurant and get an interesting meal.”
H2
“I liked Kisa when I went, but from a food perspective, I wouldn't call them a standout. I think the overall vibe and experience was nice, and the food was good for a casual meal.”
H2
“Really good people, great Korean food, and very reasonably priced.”
H2
“kisa is delicious. you can get refills on 3 of the banchans too. highly recommend.”
H2
“kisa was really great and casual - loved the pork trotter dish”
H2
“Chodangol, Tofu Tofu, and Kisa are my favs for authentic Korean in Manhattan.”
H2
“Found it to be quite delicious (got the spicy jeyuk pork)”
H2
“Reaaally liked this place. Good vibes, super casual, thought it wasn't unfairly priced, didn't skimp on the meat.”
H2
“The first bite of the donkatsu for me was like the critic biting into the titular dish at the end of Ratatouille.”
H2
“This is literally what korean kids in elementary school eat in school for lunch. Yall getting ripped off.”
H2
“Kisa and Sunn’s are totally passable, nothing special and overpriced.”
H2
“black bean latte at kisa 🥹”
H2
“I went there for lunch today, and none of those banchan dishes were served. I'm guessing you went there during dinner, or they downgraded their banchan since the last time you went.”
H2
“Yeah, I mean it’s fairly expensive for what it is particularly w the Kisa marketing but honestly when I went it was the fullest I’ve been for like $40 bucks of real food that I can recall.”
H2
“I’ve been there twice now and was satisfied both times. The service and vibe are excellent, too.”
H2
“Kisa is the most authentic Korean restaurant.”
H2
“11/10 I don’t get the hate on this place it’s delicious and a ton of food for the price”
H1
“also seconding kisa”
H1
“I don’t think the food is really that much better than your average traditional Korean joint.”
H1
“Kisa”
H1
“Not sure what your budget is but: Potluck Club, C as in Charlie, Kisa, KJUN”
H1
“These places are still quality.”
H1
“- Kisa”
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