Onmi is not worth the expensive price tag - Review - Seattle - The Infatuation
"If sides are your main focus at KBBQ, you’ll be sorely disappointed at this Bitter Lake restaurant. Dishes like an oily potato pancake and a deflated egg soufflé take the fun out of covering the table in small plates. Despite that, Onmi works for a birthday or special occasion where spending $160 on a small meat combo feels reasonable. Along with high-quality marbled meats, the atmosphere helps sell the elevated feel, with black marble tables, shiny modern grills, and flames shooting up like a Vegas sideshow. And when the soju’s flowing, you might not even notice if a few menu items miss the mark. But for KBBQ spot with a more well-rounded experience and a lower bill, look elsewhere. Food Rundown Egg Soufflé There’s nothing “soufflé” about this dish. It’s dense, bland, overly eggy, and has a mysterious grayish tint. photo credit: Makena Yee Banchan The banchan options here are standard, but tasty. Particularly the tart and snappy pickles and sesame-dressed salad with tons of green onion ribbons on top. Potato Pancakes These floppy things wouldn't know crisp if it hit them over the head. And they’re oily enough to soak through a few layers of paper towels. Skip them. Kimchi Fried Rice This fried rice is good, especially with a glossy fried egg on top with a runny yolk to moisten everything up. But it leans more sweet and tomatoey than punchy and kimchi-packed. photo credit: Makena Yee Beef Bulgogi If you’re looking for bulgogi with a nice char and crispy bits, this isn’t it. It’s got a sweet marinade and plenty of soft onions, but it comes pre-cooked with your meat combo, so no sizzling action at the table. photo credit: Makena Yee" - Kayla Sager-Riley
