Cote

Cuisine

Korean, Steakhouse

Michelin

1

Price

$$$$

Website

https://www.cotekoreansteakhouse.com/

Description

Korean-born Simon Kim opened Cote as a joyful celebration of his home country’s love for beef allied with his admiration for the great American steakhouse. Just head downstairs and admire the meats hanging in the aging room. The space also breaks the norm in its mien—dark, moody and atmospheric. There’s a comprehensive wine list too, which, if you look close enough, offers nuggets of value. (Downstairs is their ersatz speakeasy, Undercote.)First-timers should go for the “Butcher’s Feast” featuring different cuts of beef, an egg soufflé, and enough banchan to cover your table. Meats are first p

Review score

4.4

Review count

100

Review summary

Cote NYC offers high-quality Korean BBQ with an average TripAdvisor rating of 4.4. Guests praise the Wagyu beef, fresh banchan, and live cooking, noting a stylish lounge-bar atmosphere. While service is generally positive, some reviews cite pacing issues, noise levels, and isolated staff misconduct. Negative feedback also mentions hygiene concerns and value disputes. Reservations are difficult to secure. It suits diners seeking authentic Korean flavors in a trendy, social setting, though patience for wait times and potential noise is advisable.

Best for

Ideal for diners seeking authentic Korean BBQ in a trendy social setting; reservations are essential.

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