Momofuku Ko

We managed to snag a reservation at the infamously inaccessible Momofuku Ko! Two hours, ten courses paired with wine/sake/beer equals a really tasty Wednesday night.

Momofuku Ko
163 First Ave (btwn 10th and 11th), New York, NY 10003
reservations: online only

English Muffin with Whipped Pork Fat, House Made Chicharrón (fried pork skin) with Togarashi, and a Truffle Slice on top of Pomegranate Seeds and Peach Purée

Long Island Fluke Sashimi Sriracha Buttermilk Sauce with Poppy Seeds

Smoked Hen Egg w/ Osetra Caviar, Sous Vie Onions and Fingerling Potato Chips

Chanterelle Mushrooms, Turnips, Lima Beans, and Peas in a Bacon Dashi Broth

Corn Ravioli with Pancetta, Mexican Cheese, Grilled Sweet Corn, Kimchi and Lime Zest

Grilled Caper-Brined Trout with Pickled Radish, Chinese Green Beans, Bacon Purée, and Toasted Almonds

Shaved Foie Gras Torchon with Lychées and Riesling Gelée

Grilled Duck and a Sous Vie Duck Leg in a Cherry Demi Glaze Sauce with Grilled Cherries

Pineapple Sorbet with Dried Pineapples

Yellow Cake Flavored Ice Cream, Strawberries, and Peanut Butter Crumbles


Would I go back: yes, if i can get another reservation, especially considering the menu changes constantly!