Chiko

Only had Eggplant with Spicy Garlic Source lunch takeout today. The food is of very good quality: The white rice itself is probably the best I had in restaurant in years - it has the right texture and fragrant. The bubble tea could use condensed milk or evaporated milk to improve the milky-ness. But could tell it uses quality ingredient. Will revisit.

I’d hate to over-hype it, but this is probably my favorite restaurant in Greenpoint right now. Probably shouldn’t be surprised that a place that featured a highly-regarded omakase was able to carry over the talent, ingredient quality, and attention to detail over to normal take-out food. My girlfriend and I went two days in a row. Everything on the menu is a home run (even enjoyed the Mapo Tofu, and I usually avoid tofu like the plague). If someone told me this place was flirting with a Michelin star, I wouldn’t be shocked.

Best Omakase in NY! Came here for my birthday last night and had an incredible experience! They even remembered a candle on the dessert. As a lover of Omakase, my boyfriend and I have dined in the basic BYOB places, and the instagram HYPE places- but nothing compares to the food and flavors at Chiko! You can tell the Chef puts a lot of thought and care into developing the flavors for each dish. They were thoughtful, deep, and surprising, but not trying too hard. Will definitely be returning!