A Miami Hotspot Brings Its Wood-Fired Cooking to NYC

The NoHo branch of KYU marks the restaurant’s third location after Mexico City.

New Yorkers require as much Miami in their lives as they can get after this wintertime , so when a Magic City eating place unfold here , it ’s cause for solemnization . And with the introduction of its first NYC location in Downtown Manhattan this calendar week , KYU(pronounced “ cue”)—a aphrodisiac hotspot known for its Asian - inspire plates , fame clientele , and woodwind instrument - fire yakiniku grilling — the new eating place offers New Yorkers a flake of much - need flash and excitement .

First opened in 2016 by founder Alan Omsky and Jordan Sayfie in the Wynwood neighborhood of Miami , the popular Asian - influenced eatery became a much look for - after destination known for its brisk nighttime atmosphere , industrial - chic internal pattern , and Japanese - inspired wood - give notice sweetheart . Four years later in 2020 , the squad behind the James Beard - recognized spot then open up a second location in Mexico City to much of the same praise .

Now , the swanky eating place has plant itself in NoHo and operates out of the former space of chef Bobby Flay ’s Mediterranean - pep up Gato ( closed in March 2021 ) . “ I am worked up and proud to bring the soul of KYU ’s unique cuisine and cordial reception to the mettle of NYC , ” says Omsky . “ It ’s a dream fall true for our fabulous squad . ” In partnership with British hospitality company , Reuben Brothers , the 5,700 - square - metrical foot venture include an open kitchen , 6 - seat bar , downhearted velvet - covered lounge field , and wide dining room .

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Bar at KYU|Photo courtesy of KYU

Led by Per Se and Eleven Madison Park alum , chef Chris Arellanes , the kitchen continues to focalise on its signature flair of Nipponese yakiniku grilling . Menu high spot include the Wagyu Brisket smoked for seven 60 minutes and coated in disastrous shichimi pepper ; wood - dismiss Bass with fermented brussels sprouts and dashi ; and Maitake Mushroom with smoked pumpkin miso and pepitas . On the sweet program , the decadent three - layer Mom ’s Coconut Cake with a side of coconut ice cream is a crowd favorite . Alternatively , opt for the multi - course chef ’s taste computer menu experience at $ 190 per person .

The potable plan admit cocktail favorites from the Miami flagship like the Wynwood Mule with business firm - fume pineapple plant and the Spicy Shiso Sour made with newly - compact cucumber succus and Thai chile tone , in summation to beer , wine , and sake .

After this NYC opening , KYU expects to proceed their expansion with design to open locating across the U.S. and Europe .