Korai Kitchen (NO DINE-IN WITHOUT RESERVATIONS!)

Xy 3 months ago

I struggled several months to write this review because I really wanted it to be a good one. However, I feel that the storytelling succeeded where the food itself fell short. Wipes were provided with “EAT WITH YOUR HANDS” stickers on, but they were heavily scented. Some dishes were unevenly salty. Certain ingredients tasted off. Beef was way too tough to be called ready. In the Murgir Roast, one of the highlights of the night, my companion and I were served two chicken legs that tasted the opposite: one was juicy and tender while the other dry, stringy, and slightly funky. They kept joking about how much food there was, and at the end I started to feel that it was probably because only the quantity could justify the (inconsistent, occasionally poor) quality. Yes. It was a lot of food, but with how much you paid, it was pretty standard in the area or if you go to Jackson Heights. The difference is that you are trying everything all at once (enough for someone to decide they’ve learned everything about Bangladeshi cuisine and never need to eat it again?) vs. having the option to pace yourself and coming close to the community, the people, and their food multiple times. I’ve had it

Samantha Wu 3 months ago

Absolutely one of the best dining experiences I’ve had! Every single dish was outstanding - packed with flavor, incredibly comforting, and the kind of food that feels like a warm hug. It struck the perfect balance of being beautifully executed while still tasting like an amazing home-cooked meal. The biggest surprise? The portions! I’ve been to plenty of set coursed dinner restaurants where you’re hungry again an hour later and end up grabbing a slice of pizza on the way home. That was definitely not the case here. There was so much food that everyone in our group left completely satisfied and even had leftovers to take home, which is almost unheard of for a set coursed meal. The service was just as incredible as the food. Every single person on the staff was genuinely kind, warm, and welcoming, making us feel right at home from the moment we walked in. Special shoutout to Nur-E and Amma for making us feel so welcome and cooking up a fantastic meal. Amazing food, generous portions, and some of the friendliest hospitality we’ve experienced. I can’t wait to come back and will be recommending it to everyone! Note: The pictures don’t do this meal justice - these are only some of th

Jareen Imam 3 months ago

Absolutely incredible. The food, atmosphere, and service are impeccable. I went for their dawat, and it wasn’t just dinner, it was an authentic Bangladeshi feast with Nori, the owner of the restaurant, guiding us through each course that her mother, the chef, prepared for us. There’s about 8 to 10 courses and the dawat lasts 3 hours. I know it sounds like a commitment, but it’s worth it. It’s such a generous and beautiful experience that celebrates the delicious flavors of Bangladeshi cuisine and the hospitality of its people. Thank you so much for having us Korai Kitchen!

Aaron Klauber 6 months ago

I cannot say enough about the food! It is incredible! Every part of the experience from making the reservation, to confirming, to arriving was smooth and efficient, Nur-E called me to confirmed my large group and walked me through everything I needed to know about the Dawat. Once we arrived, our group of 7 was welcomed with open arms, Nur-E and her mother and staff were incredible! Once all the diners were at the restaurant, we embarked on a culinary journey that was, first of all, delicious, but also informative, immersive, and overwhelming (in a very good way!). My group is already talking about going back, and the members of our party that live in NJ (mixed group from nyc and NJ) are already talking about ordering Korai for takeout during the week. I am going to recommend this restaurant to everyone I know, specifically the dawat service. I was blown away by every aspect of this meal.. Easily one of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had!!

HN 9 months ago

Such a great experience! The food was absolutely phenomenal- I ordered on Sunday for takeout- I ordered the chicken curry and the Sunday breakfast special, which was excellent. They were quite busy when I arrived to pick up my food and it took a little bit longer, but it was well worth the wait. Which stood up to me most with the hospitality, even though it was a carry out order- A handwritten note was left with my food, apologizing for the wait; and they shared an extra little bite of lentils, which were also delicious. To me, this is true hospitality. They also wrote a nice note on the outside the bag saying eat with your hands and to enjoy the food and thanked me for coming. I highly recommend dining at this restaurant which also offers a tasting menu on Friday and Saturday nights. I am now a lifelong customer.