King St

This place has been on my hit list for awhile now, part because of the food & in large part in awe of this business founded by 3 women. This also completes my Clare de Boer Mecca having previously hit Stissing House in the summer, Jupiter in the Fall, & now this. While Stissing House probably remains my favorite for its roaring fireplace vibes, this comes second with its coziness and just flavorful menu that changes daily. We kickstarted with the Sicilian Flat Bread, which was just incredible. Our grp couldn't resist asking for more as it was just this crispy and light concoction that was delightful. The panisse was also unique and a great protein rich alternative to fries . All other dishes in the picture were superb but the raclette cabbage mixture stands out (though I have been racletting for weeks now so maybe I'm just biased ‍). Definitely order the tarte tatin if available. It did not disappoint. Very easy going service & worth another visit!

Update. Still limited menu. Three apps, three mains. At 8:30 on Friday night, they were already down to two apps with no backup, short ribs having been 86'd. Protein, lukewarm beans, lettuce garnish for the mains. Fish was a day or two too old, single duck leg was moist but skin was dried and burnt. Server was very nice. Pricey wine list. Will try again in six years.

Bad Meal....I'm not Going Back My wife and I are locals in SoHo and went to King for the first time tonight. I never leave bad reviews, but tonight's dinner was incredibly disappointing. When we sat down, the people at the next table told us that the best thing they ate were the beans. I took this to mean "try the beans" rather than nothing else was good. We ordered four items. We ordered, of course, the beans, a rainbow salad, a striped bass and a vegetarian entrée. The striped bass came out half white and the other half was oddly brown. In case you don't know, Striped Bass should be white. I called the waitress over and showed that the fish was a weird brown color. She responded by saying "I'll check with the kitchen" and walked off. She returns moment later and told us that the fish was brown because of a "blood line" and walked off. What she should have said is "I'm sorry, can I get you something else?" I was so surprised that I took the time to Google "brown bloodline fish". Google responded with "The bloodline is also an excellent method to tell the quality and freshness of a fish" and continues with "Flounder and other whitefish have to be a pure, brilliant white color". In other words, the brown, rather than brilliant white means that the fish is either low quality or not fresh (according to Google). This entrée was $48, and I didn't eat it. My wife ordered, at the waitress's recommendation a "Vegetarian Plate" as an entrée. When she made that selection, she specifically asked the waitress if it was possible to make the vegetarian plate with "no starch and all green vegetables" and the server responded "Yes". When that plate arrived, the largest item on the plate was polenta (i.e. boiled cornmeal). Additionally, all of the vegetables as well as the fish had more oil than any food I've ever tasted. When my wife told one of the servers that the food was "swimming in oil", the server responded with "yes...the chef is heavy handed with oil" and again walked off. On the plus side, the beans were good (not amazing but good) and everybody was nice. I'm not going back. I am incredibly disappointed.

A friend and I stopped in here for dinner on a Friday night. We were seated right away and order drinks to start. I went with a classic Manhattan, but my friend order a cocktail off the menu and liked it. They have plenty of options for wine and beer as well. For food, we decided to share Panisse, Sirloin, and Balanzoni verdi. I wasn't all that impressed with the food to be honest. The pasta was just ok. Nothing unique or exceptional. The Sirloin was extremely difficult to cut into. It was very rare (though we order medium rare) and felt like i was chewing for days. Service was good. The wait staff stopped over to check and refill waters as needed. Though when our waiter delivered my drink he spilled it and instead of wiping the glass or bring me a napkin, it was just left as is. Ambiance is cramped and noisy. They put us in the center section, which may as well be a communal table you're so close to each other. Overall, King was not impressive. Considering the high prices, I was expecting better.

Came here with work colleagues for dinner. We were seated in the outside "heated" cabin, although they didn't turn the heaters on as the temperature dropped to about 50 and we were freezing. I got the limoncello spritz, which was just ok. I also got the asparagus app, which was very good--I've never had asparagus that was cooked so perfectly! However, the pork chop was very tough and I don't recommend it. For dessert we shared the rhubarb thing and it was delicious. They were fairly attentive but it felt like they were trying to rush us out at the end of our meal. Overall it was a subpar experience and the food was very hit or miss

Cosy spot for a fine downtown dinner. The menu at King is not wide with options on any given night, but it seems to change and evolve pretty regularly. I feel like King is a place where you kind of have to turn your menu item selection over to the kitchen a little bit and trust that whatever you pick will be designed deliciously and prepared really well. If you're willing to place that kind of faith in the place you've chosen for dinner, I'd say King will not let you down. Our party of four had mussels, a fennel salad, hanger steak and the pork chop. The mains were cooked to perfection med-rare and slathered in terrific sauces and seasoning. An appetizer of olives were amazing. Definitely put King on the "go there" list.

Came here with two food-knowledgable out-of-town friends for an 8:30 pm dinner. We were promptly seated outside, and received the complimentary flatbread starter about 10 minutes later. Although the somm came by to take drink orders, nobody else checked in on us. Around 9 we asked the wine guy to get our server; he said he would, but still nobody came by. Eventually we flagged down another server who said he'd take our order. This included the scallops, which he then informed us they'd been out of for hours. More time passed, and we managed to flag yet another person down to ask about our food; she returned to say it was in the process of being plated. The starters finally arrived, over an hour after we sat down. We liked the ricotta ravioli. The poached asparagus was fine. The rose veal was okay. Nothing was particularly delicious. On my way to the restroom I ran into the server who'd taken our wine order. He asked how we liked it; I praised the minerally white he'd recommended. He asked if I liked the other wines we'd gotten; when I demurred, he asked if we were finished eating. I said we hadn't even gotten our mains yet. He apologized and said he'd come by and give us a bit more white wine, which was very generous - except he didn't. During the long foodless interregnum, we managed to flag down another person and order more drinks. Our mains arrived after 10 pm. The bass amandine had delicious crispy skin, and was cooked well, but was extremely salty. The $48 chargrilled sirloin consisted of a few small lukewarm pieces, and was so tough and flavorless that we didn't even finish it. At some point a server wandered past carrying a plate of spinach and tried to deposit it at the table; when we said we hadn't ordered it, he carted it off. He returned a few minutes later, threw it down and said "compliments of the chef." It turned out to be unfathomably oil-soaked, just completely drenched and with zero balancing acid. Really inedible. We each had one bite. As we sat waiting for the check, someone came by to ask how our meal was. Eventually, I said we never had a server, and had to flag everyone down ourselves. She said we did have one, but they'd just been busy. Then she left. Eventually the bill arrived. We each paid $100pp + tip and left, in search of a bar that could provide the hospitality and value we'd just been denied.

Last time here was just before that "wonderful" pandemic that pause us for a while .... And nothing changed . Still great food , still great service and still great atmosphere even at the (King st) patio . No reason to elaborate regarding the food cause they change it daily which make this place even more unique and desirable. Highly recommended!!! Definitely A destination!!!!

Well, we came hungry and certainly left hungry. Definitely expect to pay a lot and get almost nothing. I would have expected that a $49 sea bass would have been remarkable, but it was quite literally the smallest sliver of fish I've ever had. Not to mention that our appetizer never came, yet they charged us for it. The hostess was quite off putting as well. Great space, though!

The buzz at King is always great, as is the service. I'm not sure if this is Soho or the South Village, but right on the border, so it is a trendy upscale crowd. The food is creative and delicious. While it is a good meal it is not a great meal. It could be better and we keep coming back hoping it will be.

New year = more food! King Restaurant in NYC is totally fine dining from the moment you walk in you are greeted with the best scent of the delicious food. The menu is TINY but changed daily and cooked with perfection. You have to know someone to get a reservation. The place is also TINY so you are VERY close to fellow patrons but it is great to be in the company or the other guests! Everyone seems pleasant and seems like they have a story to share. The Sommelier suggested some amazing wines - we got two bottles. One was possibly the best Barolo we have ever had (2018 Castiglione)!! I strongly recommend this experience!! They have both indoor and outdoor dining year round. So the outdoor dining has great heating support so you can fully enjoy while watching the passerbys! The only downside is that the lighting is NOT great for taking pics or if you have vision problems.

What a pleasant surprise- service was exceptional. Menu was small but very taste - they even made a special meal "at the chefs choice, but it will be fabulous " so many textures, flavors and heats ... seriously a treat

We were excited to try this Top NYC restaurant for our anniversary last night. But sadly disappointed. The ravioli app was excellent and the English pea salad and scallops were fine. Thats about where the fun ended. The steak wasn't cooked or cut well, was hard to eat and without much taste. The pork chop was a joke. It had the taste and a toughness that brings back the pork chops I used to have back in the day because people thought pork chops should be pulverized to be safe to eat. The dessert was tragic. Berries were supposedly macerated overnight but they clearly left out the sugar from that process. There is NO WAY that the chef tasted them before serving that dish as Ive had lemons that were less tart. Friendly staff, good Som. But they were slow.

Went for my birthday dinner. Wanted to like it but was unimpressed. Service: attentive when we got there (early before 6), a bit lacking after the place got busy Wine: okay selection. Hugely overpriced. 20 dollars for less than half a glass of house red Food: Panisse is the best dish we had all night. It's like a southern French fries made of chick pea Beef tongue: edible, the horseradish side saved it Ravioli: not bad, flavorful Entre: steak is pretty tough and served cold. It rested too long in the kitchen. Mediocre cookery. Pork chop is so tough you would need a jaw of a dinosaur to break it down. It was served cold, which made the fatty part hard to eat. Every dish is heavily seasoned with rosemary and sage. The herbs are overwhelming but are also the saving graces of these dishes. Side: we got a pumpkin dish. The thing explodes with rosemary dish my taste buds were numb. Dessert: chocolate cake is winning. Ginger ice cream is unpleasant. Will never come back.

Went here for a friend's bday dinner where she had ordered and picked out wine beforehand. The food was good but it took 40 min for drinks and water to come. No one checked on us. The wine that came wasn't what we ordered. My wine glass had lipstick on it. Haven't had service this lousy in quite some time. You won't miss anything by skipping this one.

On a recent trip to NYC, we had dinner at King and it was amazing. Cosette was our lovely server who was well versed on everything from the wine list to the food and dessert menu. Dinner began with plates of Panisse (chickpea flour fries) and Carta Di Musica (thin, crispy crackers which originated from the Italian island of Sardinia). Everyone enjoyed their entrees. I had the artichoke pasta which was exquisite. It was the best pasta dish I have had since a past trip to Italy. The pasta was cooked perfectly. For dessert, we had the delicious chocolate cake and exceptional mint chocolate chip ice cream. The flavor was distinctly unique. Cosette said it was made with mint leaves and Crème de menthe. The ambiance was cozy and from the moment we were warmly greeted at the door and seated at our table, we were well attended to. We had an early dinner and the place began to fill up as we left this popular eatery. I definitely recommend King for its exceptional food and service.

If I could give King 10 stars I would !! Amazing and unique in every way ..The chef /iowner.. JESS puts her heart and soul in every aspect of King ! A warm family driven heart filled restaurant with menus hanging every day .. Try it ..you will go back over and over ... thank you Jess!!

Holy cow from the moment you step in, you feel special. My husband and i went to celebrate our anniversary and they gave us complimentary sparkling rose! So special and so simple. I plan on coming back simply to enjoy their bar and the wonderful patisse that i still dream about

When I visited in 2018, I enjoyed the meal so much that I told the staff I would post my inaugural Yelp review reviewing their restaurant. I then didn't get around to being an active Yelp account user until now. I remembered my promise which is why I'm posting now, although I don't remember enough of the meal and experience to describe it here with justice, except that it was very very good.

King is elegant and unassuming all at once. It feels very "nice," without any of the pretension, and really just let's the food speak for itself. Everything is meticulously prepared, and the amount of care given to the details--from the art and decor, to the ingredients, is impeccable. On the topic of food, the clams are fat and away the best I've ever had. Fresh tasting, perfectly chewy and decadent with butter and vermouth. Perfect. The lombatello was also a standout. Don't skip the chocolate cake either.

King is a super fun restaurant given that the menu changes daily- you never know what the chef may have come up with for that day! Unfortunately there is also a bit of risk in this. We were sat right next to the kitchen pass (which meant all the servers rushing past kept bumping into our seats), and I actually heard one of the main line cooks say "how do you cook this fish?" and "wow I haven't cooked [this appetizer] in forever!" This was concerning, and it showed a bit on the plate. A lot of dishes needed salt, the rabbit we got was very overcooked (I called it jerky), the "creamy" polenta was a solid mass (I had to cut it into chunks with my fork), etc. The desserts and ice creams, on the other hand, were fantastic! The service was really great! Very knowledgeable servers and fast service, although the space inside was cramped and led to a few bumps and brushes. And the bartenders were wonderful- we enjoyed all our cocktails. I would come back for cocktails, panisse (their amazing chickpea fritters), and to try an appetizer or two. I can't recommend their expensive main courses, which are very hit or miss. If the prices matched the quality a bit more, I would give this a great recommendation. But the food is just not quite worth the price.

Really, really good restaurant. Glad we went. It might take some luck getting a reservation.

Amazing menu. Very elevated cuisine with a refined laid back touch. During our trip to NY we made this place a must on our list and it exceeded our expectations.

Really bad evening. Went by myself, didn't seem too busy. I was seated right away. Waited for water for 15 min. Ordered the sirloin, they didn't ask how I wanted it cooked. It was fine. Not worth $48. For dessert I got the tart with a glass of brandy and a shot of espresso (never got the espresso). I've never not tipped. Ever. I did tonight.

I would not recommend dining at King unless you want to get scammed. The food was lovely and I enjoyed my experience until the check came. We ordered a $65 bottle of barbera wine and said if they didn't have that in stock we would take the next bottle up which was $90. We were shocked when the bill came and there was a $185 bottle of wine on the check. The manager refused to correct their wrong and told us we "accepted" the bottle when served to us. To say I was disappointed is a an understatement.

Food is like that of going to a friends home who cooks well. Prices aren't. Lived this when it was. Vietnamese restaurant or in the 90s when it was French. Now they always have several apps that are around $30 each and three mains at $50. Very good but they don't trust you can cut your steak and cut it for you. Most annoying is that they have turned the corner into the trailer park of soho.

Made a reservation for two. Moved the time back, and they were very accommodating- explained that we were with a friend who was going through some stuff (his dad passed). Ultimately needed to cancel and did so through the app and got CHARGED ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS for a two person cancellation. ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ON A SUNDAY. They didn't have anyone else coming in so they just charged my card. For their inconvenience. Sorry. No food is that good.

Customer service is horrible. No consideration for extenuating circumstances and charged a $100 cancellation fee. Will never go there now.

This place was recommended for date night and it is certainly pretty but the place is rather busy even on weeknights. The food is good but the menu limited, and watch out for the prices, a glass of coke set me back $6. Unique items are on the menu though and it was nice to try a rib eye on top of rosemary branches. Staff is friendly and proficient. The steak was brought to my table hot which I truly appreciate.

King falls short of royalty. The ambiance is typical New York sidewalk cafe. The food disappoints more than it sparkles. What is referred to as the terrace is nothing more than sidewalk with a barrier. Better to get a table in the outside "cabin" and pray that your neighbor isn't a motormouth, which ours was. The service began with a flatbread bathing in olive oil, similar to the Carta di Musica served at Jupiter, a sister restaurant, but nowhere near as good. The pasta appetizer was so-so: too much butter. With the arrival of gem salad and main courses, things improved. Our overall impression, however, was not enough to warrant a return visit.

Just got out of a sad experience. Staff at the beginning were lovely and welcoming, got seated inside which was beyond let's say cozy. You will literally touch the people seated next to you since there's no space. We ordered wine$20 a pop but the serving a shared small carafe that's usually associated with one glass vs two at most restaurants. The cracking bread was good but soaked with oil which made it very difficult to eat without soaking your hands. Now let's discuss the real food. The panisse was great and maybe the star of the evening. The ox tongue was flavorless and boring. The ravioli was excellent. Then came a long 35min wait for the mains. I had specifically asked how tender will the pork chops be and was told assuredly that's it's super tender. And after a very very long wait the food arrived and behold not only was it cold it was super tough to eat. I wonder if the food was sitting for a while before they served it ( the place wasn't that full). The other main, the sirloin, was blah and the polenta was fully congealed which is disgusting . Btw during all of this we never saw our waitress again and were never asked how's the food or anything. So our option is to actively say something or just be nice. Damnit I was nice. At the stage we suddenly had a new waitress, no introduction or anything and since it was a birthday dinner, we had to get something since that's the law lol. The desserts were not bad actually we got one of each of the two options. Asked for the bill, with the tip $300 for two people. Would never go back again.

Stick with the pasta's. Nice setting and hurried service the apps were very good a rabbit and bean dish with very clean flavors and a pasta dish with fresh pasta and a parm cream sauce. My fish was not great, over cooked, the ball of cooked spinach had no flavor and the preserved lemon and lentil did not pair well. Better places in Soho.

I don't typically write reviews but I had one of the absolute worst dining experiences of my life on Saturday and felt compelled to share our experience. We had a reservation for 3 at 6:00PM. One of us arrived at 5:45PM and the other two arrive late at 6:11PM. We were immediately bombarded by the hostess telling us multiple times we have to be out by 8PM sharp. (disclaimer: this is NYC & we are very used to time limits on reservations) We had not even been sitting for 30 seconds when our waitress rudely reminded us we have to be out by 8. She proceeded to check in every other minute pressuring us for our order. After the 3rd time we explained she had not even given us enough time to read through the menu where she reminded us that she isn't trying to rush us but we really need to be out by 8 - it is not even 6:30PM at this point. I would also like to add that we sat directly next to the hostess and when the couple next to us arrived late & anyone past that was not given the same rude remarks and treatment. The food was mediocre and they removed two dishes before we were even finished. At this point it is around 7:45 and our server comes and just drops the check on the table. Doesn't ask us if you want or need anything else etc just tosses us the check. I understand and respect time limits especially on a saturday night but as a paying customer the audacity they had to treat us the way they did was unmatched. The best part was no one was waiting for our table and there were several other tables open. We left and legitimately went to another restaurant as we were not satisfied and wanted dessert. I would never step foot in this restaurant again the food was not good enough to go back & the staff was beyond rude and disrespectful. I would like to add we had one and only person that treated us with human decency and was kind, helpful, and respectful and that was Paige. Had it not been for her I would've asked for the check after receiving our bottle of wine.

One of the best meals I've had in a while. We started with the panisse (a long, creamy chickpea fritter) and finochietta (a type of salami), both of which were incredible The panisse was especially memorable, simply because I've never had anything like it -- they were so soft and fluffy, and I could've sworn there was cheese inside, but apparently that's just the creaminess of the chickpea dough. The finochietta was excellent too, though, to the point where I somewhat regretted not getting the finocchio salad. Next was the tagliatelle and the rabbit. Again, both were incredible, but the tagliatelle really stole the show -- one of the best new pastas I've tried in New York in a long time. It almost makes me sad how often they change the menu here, knowing that this might not be available next time around. The rabbit was excellent as well -- it was basically a bowl of de-boned rabbit meat mixed with some outstanding beans. For the mains, we got the sirloin and the guinea hen. I thought the guinea hen was great, but not at the same level of pure amazing-ness as everything else we got. The sirloin, on the other hand, was just incredible, as were the beans it came with. Finally, we got the chocolate cake for dessert, which was basically perfect -- I would cry if this wasn't available next time we come. All in, an amazing first trip, and we can't wait to come back.

I have never experienced such wonderful service as I have at King. The atmosphere is so cozy and intimate, they did a great job with their outdoor seating. Our group of four came for a birthday dinner, and we were greeted with champagne, and promptly ordered cocktails. We each had a different one, and upon tasting each other's we ooh-ed and ahh-ed over them and all ordered a second round of what the other had. The only two I remember were the Up and At 'Em and the Little Edie; both were fantastic. We asked our server (I can't remember her name but she was wonderful) to bring out a highlight of the restaurant's best dishes. And here I have to take a minute to call out the panisse, which was the best I've ever had and was served with crispy sage. I still dream about that dish. We had various outstanding salads, beef, and pasta. One star deducted because the pork chop we had was still pink in the middle. I know pork is cooked to temperature but it was still off putting and none of our party was comfortable trying it. It was the only aberration in an otherwise perfect meal. We finished with coffee cocktails and the most divine flourless chocolate tort I've ever had. It was so light, so fluffy, I couldn't believe it. Every other flourless chocolate dish I've had is super dense; not so with King's. It was out of this world.

For years I had wanted to eat at a nice restaurant in the city, but it's just very hard to convince people to do it. Finally I was able to get my mom to go, and we went on Columbus Day when the weather was really nice. I had a lot of choices, but I decided on King per Ryan from Yelp's recommendation. We ended up really enjoying it. The concept at King is very fine food with original recipes, loosely based on Italian and French influences, without any fluff. Everything has a simple, yet elegant refinement to it. If you want a "themed restaurant," then just go to Times Square with all the tourists. King is for people who like fine food. Specifically, I noticed the details in the carving knife they gave us that was made in France, or how the daily specials were printed on thicker, nicer white paper. Both entrees were definitely prepared by a trained chef, and they were more enjoyable than anything I could prepare myself at home. They only prepare a set number of items individually on each day to maintain standards and detail. The wines we ordered were better than the ones we got at the highly rated wine bar afterwards. They were around $15 per glass but were worth it. Often I do not want to get more than the house wine at a restaurant because it will just sit after being opened for another patron days ago. Not here. The dessert was the only thing not worth the price for me. It was ice cream with a espresso poured on top. I enjoyed it, but not enough for $15. Not to sound harsh, but I could have made it easily by myself at home for 50 cents. The service was excellent and attentive. Some of the other reviews mentioned bad service, but I didn't experience that at all. We came for lunch on a holiday, so we had more attention and weren't rushed at all. The experience sitting outside in the cafe was great. So many interesting people with their dogs walk by.

incredibly loud patio above NYC train. A giant rat died in front of it and nobody did anything abut it. it took 90 minutes to get our food. Nobody came to serve water. very poor service. Food is good but atmosphere terrible ans service really despicable. spent $700 in 6 with 2 kids... Don't recommend!

I have really mixed feelings about this place. I really like the ambiance, it is such a cute place with a very modern yet homey feel to it. Food is a little all over place, there were some things I really liked and others I could have done without. For example, the carta di musica was WAY too salty. It was hard to have more than one bite because of the salty flavor left lingering in my mouth. On the other hand, the finochietta was delicious and was the perfect bite. The socca was okay, I thought it could be more flavorful. For my entree, I ordered the papardelle and that was FANTASTIC. All the ingredients tasted fresh and it was absolutely mouth-watering. The service here wasn't the best either. I feel like none of the staff smiled and they all felt very curt when speaking with you. I wouldn't come back on the service alone.

Going into the evening, I knew full well prices here would be steep and frankly, if you don't check on that kind of thing before you go somewhere in New York City, you're doing yourself a disservice. Have I seen a $40 steak on a menu before? Absolutely. Seafood entrees in the 30s/40s? For sure. Wines by the glass upwards of $25? Ehhhhhhhh. Did things cost a little more than they were worth? Yeah, sure, a bit... but to be fair, I've found it somewhat difficult to find a cost-effective (or at least not cost-crazy) place here that serves food with as magical a taste as at King. For our first time here, we kept it simple with some of the highly recommended dishes: the tagliarini, the lombatello and the scallops. We also ordered a bottle of wine as the glasses themselves (with the prices I mentioned before) just didn't seem worth it. We chose the bottle ourselves so can't give credit to the somm there but he did give us some shopping tips as he poured us our first tastes which was appreciated. As for food, it was a toss up what was our favorite. The pasta was hot and steamy, cooked to perfect with a creamy delicious sauce and little chunks of walnuts still in there. Amazing. The steak was, as expected, perfectly cooked (medium rare) and served with a delicious anchovy butter and perfectly charred asparagus. To be honest, I could have done without the lentils and a bit more asparagus. Lastly, the scallops, which were the only risk I took in our selections, were also cooked perfectly and served over the most delicious bed of smashed borlotti beans. The nutty arugula complemented it well as did the olive tapenade, though I'll admit it started tasting a bit salty by the last bite. We finished with a rhubarb ice cream and the risotto cake which our server brought to us with a lit candle for my partners birthday which was very kind. Very much enjoyed both desserts! Overall I was impressed with the food and the ambiance, no complaints about the service and only an expected observation of the cost. We sat outdoors which was fine for awhile but got rather chilly towards the end. I didn't realize they had blankets until the folks next to us got up and left but it was too late to inquire at that point. The entrees also got colder much quicker which was a bit unfortunate - almost rather would've had one out at a time since we were sharing but oh well! Go to king. Eat well. Celebrate something. Pay the bill. Don't look back.

Nice location and ambience (great for date night). Food was decent and service wasn't bad either. But they rounded up their tip. I wrote a flat $200 total, they charged me $200.93. It's not a big deal but it's annoying and shows either carelessness or a lack of character on the part of the person entering it in. They were nice and responsible enough to keep my credit secure after I left it at the restaurant. But then when I went to pick it up, the manager/owner(?) happily went and got it for me, but then the receptionist felt the need to be snarky with me and give me attitude for not coming to pick it up soon enough. I was busy with work, what's it to you...

I have been to King many times and each time is a total joy! With an ever changing menu, the chefs at King are constantly innovating and delighting on the plate. Get a bottle of the Bandol rose and start off with the panisse. Whatever pasta they are serving that day, get it! You truly can't go wrong at King as all their dishes are composed of the highest quality ingredients and it shows! King was the first restaurant I ate out in since COVID lockdowns and I felt extremely safe. The staff is knowledgeable and lovely. Just wonderful nights to be had at King. Go here!

I came here with a couple of girlfriends. We ordered one of everything on the menu. It is a small place but with large windows that make it feel very bright. The menu is also small and specific. It only didn't get 5 stars because we were seated near the kitchen and it was very hot. We loved the specialty bread with the egg. The salad with white beans was great and the chicken was cooked very well. I wasn't crazy about the fish but don't care for that particular kind. We also had the olive oil cake for dessert which was great. The restaurant was not very busy while we were there. We were able to comfortably sit and enjoy our time. The waiter was great continually checking in and keeping water glasses filled. We also had a celebrity sighting here but I won't say who!

I love this place! The menu is small but has something for everyone. If you don't see something that works for you, the kitchen/server will do their best to accommodate you. The portion sizes are the right sizes! Not too small where you still feel hungry but large enough to allow your dining companion to have one small bite! Nothing is over-sauced allowing the food and ingredients to shine The menu changes daily so I can't wait to go back to see what else is in store. My one tiny negative was that I felt the vegetables were a little too stewed but it might just be what happens with more watery summer vegetables like tomatoes and squash.

A great spot with great, simple food and a wonderful wine and spirits list! Also, they have heaters for outdoor dining! Finochietta - this is a wonderful salumi, the fennel really came through and paired well with the wine I ordered (Occhipinti SP68, one of my favorites) this was delicious, although we should have saved some of the delicious crispy rosemary bread to enjoy with it. Scallops - cooked exactly the way I like my scallops and served with a lovely bitter green purée that pairs well with the light char of the scallops. When hit with the lemon, these ingredients really sing together. Ravioli - the best savory dish we had! In fact, after eating the first we quickly ordered a second! Simple autumn flavors of squash, sage, butter and Parmesan, but they are balanced perfectly here! Lombatello - I love a hanger steak, but unfortunately this one could have been seasoned a bit more. All of the were executed well and tasted good but could have used a bit of salt. Tarte tatin for two - easily the best dessert I've had in a LONG time. Very classic tarte tatin served with honey lavender ice cream! It's baked fresh to order, so they ask that you order it at the beginning of your meal. It is incredible, abs could easily serve up to 4 people! Can not wait to go back to King!

Consistently good. Menu changes frequently but the steak options have always been my favorite. Feels a little more formal and a little pricier than you want it to be, but a solid option if you forgot to book something as you can usually get a reservation a day or two beforehand.

Happy to have visited King during my stay in NYC. The menu changes every day, and my judgement is only based on one sample size. We had impeccable service, thoughtfully crafted foods, but underwhelmimg dessert. It's like they didn't think the dessert was an important part of the meal or something! We got the chocolate cake, but it was more like brownie and not a special one -- one I could probably bake myself at home. Amd they also gave sour cream in place of whip?? Were they just too lazy to whip up heavy cream? Who does that?? The other dessert menu items all seemed pretty low effort: sorbets and ice creams. Disappointed we wern't able to end our meal on a high note. The main dishes were pretty good. I especially enjoyed pork chop especially. I can't help but notice some of the laziness though. Like reusing the same vegetables between the salad and the pork chop. I don't know if it's because they have the pressure of changing the menu every day or what. King just lacked the creativity and effort that I was looking for. They have "cabins" on Resy, which actually is just a closed off outdoor seating area with some heating. Don't come expecting a secluded, quiet place since it is shared amongst 6 partoes and is located right next to the main street. I would recommend indoor seating, as it is warmer, more private and romantic.

Food is fine, not overwhelming, but way overpriced for what it is. The service was terrible. My friend, who got there early, ordered a bottle of wine and asked for an recommendation. I got there a bit later and took a sip and, based on what I tasted, figured he ordered the cheapest wine on the menu. Makes sense because even the cheapest wines can add up quickly. When we got the bill the wine was $120 a bottle. We were with five people and ordered two drinks, two bottles of wine, an entree each and we shared three appetizers and two desserts. We ended up spending $150 each on an okay dinner. I recommend you make your reservations elsewhere. PS This the very first time I have posted a review. The experience was too disappointing not to do anything about it.

This is my fourth time dining at King and I have never once been disappointed. Though the menu is small, there is a 99% chance any one of the menu items will be absolutely wonderful. Seriously, you could pick your meal by flipping a coin because there is never a bad option. The menu changes daily (hence why I did not take any pictures this time) so each dining experience here will be unique. That being said, the Panisse and Chocolate Cake are constant menu items that you MUST try. The downside is the price. King is very expensive but you do get what you pay for! Another slight concern is that one of the outdoor dining structures is right over a subway grate which is loud and smelly - not an ideal setting for a very expensive meal. We asked to switch tables and our waiter was very accommodating. If you make a reservation, I recommend that you ASK FOR A TABLE AWAY FROM THE SUBWAY GRATE!

Food was fantastic, service was less than so. For a Friday night - 8:45pm reservation, we were seated 30 minutes later at 9:15pm on a night when temperatures were 39 and windy. At no point did the hostesses come outside to update us. Rather, We inquired twice about our table (why it was taking so long) and at the second time, one of the the hostess spoke in a curt tone as if we were giving HER trouble for a delayed table. We also asked to order our drinks while we were waiting then, but upon taking our order, we didn't even receive them until we were seated - which defeated the purpose. If you're a restaurant that uses a booking/reservation system such as Resy, and you hold the right to charge customers for not showing, then show the same courtesy by respecting the reservation time of the customers. Simply urge the before party that the next party is here and waiting :) instead of waiting for them to leave, wasting the time and experience of the next party.