Kini

Overall, it's a nice and cozy place in the neighborhood. Would love to see more drink options as the food is very rich in sauces. They tasted good initially, but the balance tends to lean towards the oily side, so wish there were more drink options to balance out the oiliness. Or the ingredients of the dish can be adjusted.

Had the chicken and rice cake. Chicken was juicy and tender, rice cake was fried yet chewy, everything mixed together in a bomb spicy and sweet sauce. So good I got 2 orders. Highly recommend!! Update: their kimchi fries, sausage and rice cake and spicy cream chicken is amazing too! Kimchi fries is a combo of regular fries and sweet potato fries 😍

Such tasty comfort food at such great prices!!! I will have to return to try more items on the menu 🤤 Update: I really recommend the two drink additions to the menu, so tasty!!

This is another rather new (5 month old) eatery that's joining the fusion bandwagon. A Korean/American of sort, I think. Kini is tiny but easy to find once you're on the right street as it's at a corner and has a big signage. Inside there are but 4 two-person tables. It's cute and trendy. You can guess their emphasis is on takeouts and deliveries by the fact they have 3-4 online delivery advertisements neatly organized on the ordering counter: Seamless, Eat24, Caviar and I think one other. Each offers discount incentives ($7 off for Seamless) so if you live nearby, you should take advantage of these promos. The menu board behind the counter seems to be the only means of ordering food if you're there in person. We tried to order the Bibim Bowl which can be confusing the way it's put on the menu board, but similar to poke bowls, you pick a base, a protein, and the rest are standard (thank God!). The choices for base are: white rice, green salad, sweet potato noodle, and Ramen; and for proteins: Bulgari, spicy pork, fried chicken, fried tofu, and tempura shrimp. We went with the sweet potato noodle (a.k.a. glass noodle) and tempura shrimp (2#), for $11. It's healthy and thus very *BLAND*. You'll have to put all of the Bibim Sauce in to make it palatable. We also had 3 orders of Bulgogi Burger Combo which comes with 2 pieces of Kini Fried Chicken. The $10 combo is better value than ordering the fried chicken separately. The burger is reminiscent of a cheese steak but with Bulgari on burger buns. The bottom bun had turned soggy by the time I had my first bite. The taste was OK. The star dish was the Kini Korean fried chicken. The breading was super crispy even after being sit around due to the fact it's a takeout, and the taste was amazing! Oh, about the sauce that came with the fried chicken. Of the 3 we tried, we all loved the Ssamjang Aioli the most (cool name BTW). The Bibim Sauce which is spicy came second. The Kimchi Mayo tasted kind of off, I think it contains fish sauce and has a bit of shrimpy stink to it (be forewarned!). The Kimchi Arancini ($5.50) looked better than it tasted. Personally I didn't care for the texture nor the taste. If you've had the Japanese Takoyaki, that's what it reminded me of. The manager was very friendly. She helped us through the ordering process for the Bibim Bowl and went over the choices for sauces. At the end, she also tossed in 2 complimentary canned Korean drinks which was a gesture much appreciated, and worthy of a bonus rating. All these rang up to just over $50. Not exactly cheap, but it's definitely worth the adventure.

Great food , I’ve order take out and delivery The only thing I’d say is I wish they had some more options to no meat , but there kimchi fried rice is the best I’ve ever had in the neighborhood and their bowls are wonderful ( I’ve had the tuna my friend had one with meat)

Korean eately. There is no place near astoria area, so kini is the only korean place. They serve korean bowls, burgers and fries. Overally good to go. I had experience some minor problems but it was ok. hope to keep it.

First time here and ordered the beef bento box with a side of Rice cakes and fried chicken. 35%off when u pick up thru Doordash :) everything from the tenderness of the beef, the tanginess of the sauce was EYUMMMM now I'm going back today to try the pork bento box and a side of cream chicken 🥰 best lunch spot ever cuz KINI is down the block from my place

Amazing food! Went here after a movie over at the Regal and blown away by the bento boxes. They were incredibly tasty and balanced. Highly recommended!

Had my first date with my bf here, we were just looking for this place again and sad we couldn't find it cause it was so good. Hope they reopen soon!

Came here on a Friday night after work because it was pretty close to Costco. Saw pictures on Yelp and looked pretty good so we decided to try it out. The store is not very big and feel cozy. There was no one else besides us but there were a lot of delivery orders they were preparing. The owners are very friendly. We ordered the fried beef dumplings to start and it actually tasted good and crunchy. And we also ordered spicy pork cupbap and it was really good. There's veggies, green and red peppers in the bowl. It's quite spicy which makes it tastes good. I actually don't think the green/ red peppers matched the taste of pork, might be better to leave them out. Lastly, we also ordered the sausage with rice cakes. I really like their sauce that goes with it, a bit sweet and spicy. The rice cake is crunchy as well The only thing is prices are a bit too high

It's a cute mom and pop shop with very nice service and quick korean street food twist! I hope they reopen soon as they're truly missed.

I went with my friends on a whim here and though the location isn't the best, the store feels so homely and comfortable. The decorations are also set up really nice. The food was delicious and had the right amount of seasoning and flavor and it was just what we were looking for. It's also filling which makes it so much more worth it. The workers were also super nice and welcoming and I'll definitely be coming back here for more food! I'm looking forward to trying more items on the menu.

I was a regular at Kini under the old management but I'm excited about the changes that have been made since the turnover. The interior of the restaurant is clean and welcoming and they're clearly following covid protocols. I ordered pickup using FanTuan, a delivery app that's popped up in a lot of store windows nearby, and my order was correct, on time, and didn't seem to charge any major fees. Kimchi fries: a mix of sweet potato and regular fries. The kimchi and sauce are packed separately for takeout so the fries don't get soggy, which most places don't do. Their sauce is spicier than Mokja's version which was another nice surprise. Rice cake and sausage skewer: the tteok are lightly fried and chewy and the sausage is a little crisp on the outside flavorful. Whatever the sauce is was great too. I've had this before elsewhere but definitely prefer Kini's version. Spicy pork cup bap: yum! Rice, glass noodles, veggies, meat. Filling, tasty, good sized portion. Very satisfying, great addition to the neighborhood. I'm looking forward to exploring more of the menu.

i miss them :'( please reopen soon! your spicy pork cupbap is one the best meals i've ever had

Sooo good!! Ordered fried chicken in white cream sauce and it was so good! Not exactly sure what the sauce is but it was a little spicy (probably from the sriracha). Must try the rice cake and fried chicken. They add some chunks of red and green pepper but not super spicy. The sauce is a sweet and tangy sauce with a hint of spice kick. The rice cakes is the best part! crunchy and soft inside. The kimchi mixed fries is really good as well, they add spicy Mayo on top. Also ordered pork katsu curry and that was really good! The portion sizes are huge!! Everything was $60 with tip and had plenty for another meal.

Super solid! The food was tasty - got the popcorn chicken and crispy tteok as well the spicy chicken meat cupbap. Would recommend! Quick service and super cute/clean place. Only issue was the portions were on the smaller size. The appetizer was about 11 dollars and there wasn't a lot of tteok. The cup bap was filled with lots of variety - veggies, meat, rice and noodles. Nice quaint spot to pop in if you're in the area~~~

The food was amazing! We got the Rice cake and Sausage, Spicy Creamy Chicken, Croquettes, Kimchi Fries and Sweet Potato Mix and a Spam Kimchi Fried Rice. Everything was sooo good!! Owners and staff were super friendly and nice. The place is super cute and cozy. Will def be coming back here to try the rest of the menu out! :D

This order was delicious!! My first Bento Box and it was very satisfying!! Everything on the box was excellent! I can't wait to buy another!

I've been here a few times and I have to admit that for what you get, it's a bit in the pricier side. The first time I ordered from here, I got a bulgogi wrap. It was amazing, lots of flavor in the wrap and great texture from the vegetables. Like a good bulgogi, it was just dripping with juices. I have ordered the cup-bap which in all honesty is a bit small. I ordered the black bean gyoza. While the gyoza were huge, there were only three. The black bean was referring to the sauce and not actual black beans (error on my part). I do have to say that they were a bit heavy handed with the sauce. It felt like I was eating a rice with some soup more so than a rice with sauce. Warning - their spicy and spicy. I've been to some Korean fusion places in the city where their spicy is a spoon or two of gochujang. That is not the case here. I got the spicy chicken lunch box and it was heavy on carbs and spicy. Prepare yourself for a good kick and lots of flavor. Explore the menu, there are lots of flavorful options.

Food, service, price, and ambiance are all excellent. Our family of 5 had dinner there after our flight arrived in LaGuardia Airport. Four of us ordered the bento boxes, and one ordered the spam kimchi fried rice. We also got the fried rice cake and chicken appetizer to share. They were all delicious and a great value. If we lived in the area, we would go there regularly. Highly recommend!

Despite being in an area where Korean food is scarce, Kini has done a remarkable job at weeding itself out from the neighborhood scene and becoming a true option for interesting eats. Much of Kini's menu is modified Korean classics with a twist and is likely one of the more unique yet casual businesses just off Northern. Their interior is bright, refreshing with simple decor. There are a limited number of tables, which can seat 3 to 4 parties along with some seating along the wall. Since the space is small, this place looks more like a cafe than a restaurant. Group dining would be a challenge here if the place is crowded, hence calling ahead of time would be recommended. As noted earlier, the menu is a mix of various classic and non-classic Korean variety. Their "Bimbim Bowl" might be the healthiest thing on their menu, loaded with a number of veggies that include kale, yellow squash, zuccini, etc. As a glutton, I enjoy it with instant noodle and know the health benefits go out the window. This can all be enjoyed in burrito form as well! The Kimchi Fried Rice is tasty and the fried runny egg is a beautiful, delicious touch. The Kimchi Fries are as abundant as they are tasty, with added amount of grease with the tangy and spiciness of the kimchi, while sitting in a pile of melted cheese. One can never go wrong with their stews, such as their "Korean Army" (aka budaejigae) stew or the Kimchi / Bulgolgi stews, which come in handy during the winter time. I would throw in an order of their dumplings (mandoo) but would recommend skipping the shumai. The Kimchi Arancini balls deserve special recognition for being my favorite thing on their hilariously written menu. Balls of cheese and rice with kimchi? Don't mind if I do. They also have an array of sauces that pair well with the arancini, everything from "ssamjang aioli" to kimchi mayo. I really love those, along with the sweet & sour soy garlic. I have to admit that their chicken wings and Korean style tacos have been a hard sell for me. The Bulgolgi / Spicy Pork Burgers are decent but not unique enough for me to consider ordering them each time. All in all, they're among my least favorite items on an otherwise good lineup of food. The service is super friendly and have been awesome each time. Since the foot traffic in this area is relatively low, I haven't seen Kini overflowing with people. Delivery is fairly good and seems like one of their main drivers for the business. Prices are far from the cheapest but I'd be hard pressed to find better Korean food in LIC.

Structure: it's a small establishment that can hold about 12-18 people with 4 tables with one row of seats as a bench against the window. Drinks are displayed next to the cashier while the kitchen is built right behind the drinks storage unit. Service: For a first timer, I asked what the recommendations are; while they were a bit bland in their suggestions, they made some inquiries to help match my preferences on food choices. It's not bad of service, better than the norm. You order at the counter and they will bring it to you Food: Food was well cooked and a larger proportion than expected; meat was well cooked and well presented. I had the kimchi aracini and spicy pork bowl Side notes: The place seems overlooked since it's a corner place near an auto store, so you don't have to expect much crowded-ness. In regards to the atmosphere, it's a nice green white color scheme with a corner of the store having an IG-ness theme with a grass layered wall with a couple of lit signs. There is no WiFi but you can log into the NYC free WiFi on the streets easy . It's something good for 1-4 people to chill and relax

Amazing food and ambiance. Very clean and cozy. Great service and attitude and the food is amazing. Small, quiet local, family owned KINI! It is our go to at least once a week!

This is another rather new (5 month old) eatery that's joining the fusion bandwagon. A Korean/American of sort, I think. Kini is tiny but easy to find once you're on the right street as it's at a corner and has a big signage. Inside there are but 4 two-person tables. It's cute and trendy. You can guess their emphasis is on takeouts and deliveries by the fact they have 3-4 online delivery advertisements neatly organized on the ordering counter: Seamless, Eat24, Caviar and I think one other. Each offers discount incentives ($7 off for Seamless) so if you live nearby, you should take advantage of these promos. The menu board behind the counter seems to be the only means of ordering food if you're there in person. We tried to order the Bibim Bowl which can be confusing the way it's put on the menu board, but similar to poke bowls, you pick a base, a protein, and the rest are standard (thank God!). The choices for base are: white rice, green salad, sweet potato noodle, and Ramen; and for proteins: Bulgari, spicy pork, fried chicken, fried tofu, and tempura shrimp. We went with the sweet potato noodle (a.k.a. glass noodle) and tempura shrimp (2#), for $11. It's healthy and thus very *BLAND*. You'll have to put all of the Bibim Sauce in to make it palatable. We also had 3 orders of Bulgogi Burger Combo which comes with 2 pieces of Kini Fried Chicken. The $10 combo is better value than ordering the fried chicken separately. The burger is reminiscent of a cheese steak but with Bulgari on burger buns. The bottom bun had turned soggy by the time I had my first bite. The taste was OK. The star dish was the Kini Korean fried chicken. The breading was super crispy even after being sit around due to the fact it's a takeout, and the taste was amazing! Oh, about the sauce that came with the fried chicken. Of the 3 we tried, we all loved the Ssamjang Aioli the most (cool name BTW). The Bibim Sauce which is spicy came second. The Kimchi Mayo tasted kind of off, I think it contains fish sauce and has a bit of shrimpy stink to it (be forewarned!). The Kimchi Arancini ($5.50) looked better than it tasted. Personally I didn't care for the texture nor the taste. If you've had the Japanese Takoyaki, that's what it reminded me of. The manager was very friendly. She helped us through the ordering process for the Bibim Bowl and went over the choices for sauces. At the end, she also tossed in 2 complimentary canned Korean drinks which was a gesture much appreciated, and worthy of a bonus rating. All these rang up to just over $50. Not exactly cheap, but it's definitely worth the adventure.

I ordered from this place a while back as the pics looked delicious and I had to take a break from eating pizza every day. I was looking for something authentic, i'm not an expert so I guess I should say at least looked authentic. I wanted actual Asian food so I got a bi bim bowl with fried chicken and 5 dumplings. While my friend got the fried chicken sandwich and the kimchi balls. I'm greedy so while I was eating my food I was staring at his and The way he was tearing it up made his food look so good. He then confirmed after eating everything in less than 10 minutes that it was delicious. I also had one of those balls they were really really good they were like a hybrid Italian - Korean concoction. I got the bowl it was good and had a nice flavor something about my fried chicken was a little off. I was mainly picking at it I wish I would've gotten the beef instead or maybe next time just all veggies.

Omg!!! Delicious!!! First time to ever try cupbap and gosh it's delicious. I order some gyoza thinking the cupbap was gonna be a small plate but let me tell u, it fills u up super well . I'm not a spicy person at all and this plate is not spicy but u can definitely ask for spicy. The gyoza was freshly fried and warm nothing beats hot and crispy gyozas. The place is comfy and welcoming, tables are nice and spacious. It's definitely a small gem.

Nice to see a Korean place open up around this area! I had the chicken wings which were amazing. It also came with different sauces. Speaking of sauces, they have sooo many to choose from so there is something for everyone. I also had the kimbap burrito and the kimchi arancini which were also delicious. My favorite was definitely the arancini. Who can say no to deep fried rice balls with kimchi and cheese and more kimchi sauce? Um, not me. The restaurant is quite small but the interior is really cute and also the workers there were friendly. It is great for a quick bite! The prices were good as well.

Alittle disappointed. Not in the flavors but in the execution and communication between the restaurant and the customer. Ordered on Door Dash, wanted to try this out as a healthier version of Korean food by getting the salad base and the spicy chicken. Asked in my comments for the salad to be substituted with kale instead. Didn't do it. At that point they should've called me to say they can't or it would be an extra charge which would've been fine but they didn't do that either. Also no where did it specify that the spicy chicken is fried. So much for a healthy lunch. Still worth going and having, flavors are delish food is fresh. Just need to tend to the customer more even if they're ordering through a third party. Still a customer.

I've only been here once but let's just say it won't be the last time either. They were absolutely delicious. The steamed white rice, all the toppings, and the slightly thicker cut bulgogi (if that's your protein of choice)-- and if you're into spicy, that gochujang sauce is totally for you. I'm a Taco Bell mild sauce type of gal (& let's be honest, it ain't even that spicy!), so the gochujang sauce felt like the wrath of Satan was in my mouth. But honestly, it was so good I probably would have ate it all anyway-- buuuut my poor soul couldn't handle it. My already runny nose wouldn't allow me to breathe, so I threw in the towel. Gochujang sauce won this round. They were nice enough to give me another bowl without the gochujang sauce (thank you & I'm sorry!)-- and I was able to taste every ingredient on its own. I would totally go back and try other things out. The prices are alright I guess. Older pics show the menu prices & they sure did go up. I guess that's why I took off a star-- I wish my bowl wasn't $15, $10 would have been a friendlier price. They do have some Korean drinks available, I didn't get to try any bc I didn't expect to pay $15 for a bowl--but maybe next time.

Love this spot!! My boyfriend and I have been going almost everyday since it's reopened and all I can say is it's definitely my go to for comfort food ! I highly recommend the Tuna Mayo cupbap and the Curry. The service is great, super friendly 100% a great business to support.

my boyfriend and i went here for lunch since we had errands to run in the area and saw this place had great reviews. we can definitely see why. the restaurant was cutely decorated for easter and the seat cushions were cute and comfortable. we ordered potato croquettes, crab croquette, kimchi fries, and kimchi fried rice. everything was delicious and the portions for the kimchi fried rice and fries were generous. we also loved the plating, which made the food look even more appetizing. prices were not too expensive, only the croquettes were a little pricey for the portion. overall, 10/10 and this will be our new go-to place whenever we are in the area for shopping errands. street parking was also easy to find in the area on a sunday.

I'm surprised this place doesn't have more people! They make their food fresh when you order and is super affordable. They have a big selection for their small store front. Me and 2 friends came here for dinner after work and we had the entire place to ourselves. The seating area is decorated beautifully and simply. Ordered their Kimcheese fries, bulgogi burger and fried chicken bowl. The food is amazing for the price that you pay! Definitely will be coming more often.

You'll never find this place unless you're on Yelp. It's on 35th and 43rd St. and that area is pretty desolate. Anyway. I was craving Korean fried chicken one day when I was working from home on a Friday. I ordered their bulgogi burger with fried chicken. I asked for the spiciest sauce possible. For $10, that's pretty cheap. Burger and two wings? Sure I'll take it. The burger was really hard to eat as the bread fell apart. I ended up forking it. As for the chicken, it was little too deep fried. It was a work out gnawing the chicken off its bone. If you dine in for lunch, majority of orders are deliveries. And they have a $10 min on card. Would go back and try out other dishes.

Bibim bowl was my meal. Man, it was delicious. I like the Gochujang (Korean spicy sauce) that was offered. I also ordered the large ginger tea which was great on a frigid day like it was when I visited a few days ago. I was so full that I didn't have a chance to try the arancini that everyone kept saying was awesome! I guess I gotta come back again. :) One thing worth noting is that the space was small, yet it could totally fit at least 15 people or more. It is great for small groups or date, but not a huge crazy big event. I saw that most people ordered to go. It had nice music playing. I enjoyed my visit and would recommend it to others.

Came here for lunch on a Saturday afternoon. My friend ordered the Bibim Bowl with bulgogi and I ordered the Lunch Dosirak Korean Bento Box with spicy pork. They were both very delicious and the portion was very generous! Kini is a Korean/American fusion sort of restaurant with interesting items like Korean Arancini balls and a Bulgogi burger. Because the neighborhood lacks in good Korean restaurants, Kini is a great addition to it. The prices are affordable and the service is great. The restaurant is clean, but not as spacious. There are only four 2-person tables. Overall, I'm very happy to know there is a reasonably-priced Korean restaurant with a good amount of dishes to offer! Bibim Bowl: Comes with a choice of one base (white rice, green salad, ramen, or sweet potato noodle), kale, shitaki mushrooms, shredded carrot, pickled bean sprouts, zucchini, corn, yellow squash, a fried egg, their Kini bibim sauce, and supposedly scallions and sesame seeds on top (though my friend's bibim bowl didn't have any scallions or sesame seeds on it). Lunch Dosirak Korean Bento Box: Comes with white rice, salad, a side dish that's made fresh daily, choice of two pork, veggie, or beef fried dumplings, and your choice of protein and pickle.

Came here on a cold night and was surprised how late they stayed open. It was nice because there is minimal seating inside and I had the dinning area to myself. For me and my friends it was our first time trying bibimbap which was recommended by many. The cashier was polite and answered our questions about how it was served and the different sauces we can add to it. I had the bulgogi bibimbap which was pretty filling and tasty. All of the ingredients in our bowls tasted fresh and it was nice to have something hot to keep us warm from the cold weather. In addition I ordered a date tea which topped off my evening with a warm belly. Thanks Kini for making my first Korean bowl experience a good one and having excellent staff working in the later hours.

The area is really lacking in good Korean food, so I was excited to try this place out. I got the bulgogi bibimbap and was pleasantly surprised. All the ingredients tasted fresh and the Kini signature sauce was quite good -- like a sweeter and less spicy gochujang. The bowl is a little on the pricier side for a quick dinner, but I'd say it's worth it for the quality and convenience of satisfying a bibimbap craving while in Astoria. Will definitely come back to try some other items on the menu!

I think I found a new regular for work lunch. We ordered cup baps and they were delicious! Good portion and flavor on point. Love! Def recommend :)

Great Korean fusion resteraunt that specializes in awesome Korean Food! Great, attentive, and friendly staff. There offer a variety of delicious burgers, fries, wings, bibim bowl ( with your choice of a mixed vegetable with your choose of a protein) and more. The bulgogi burger here is great. The offer beef, Chicken and pork burgers and If you're a vegetarian they also offer a tofu burger. Chicken wings here are the bomb & and fried to perfection. Definitely worth of trying! Also their kimchesse fries are the truth. Kimchi is korean cabbage, they put it on top of the fries. The dumplings last are marvelous. I stumbled on this place walking by a little while back and wanted to give it a try. Glad i did because this place has amazing Korean food. Wish i took pictures, but i was so hungry i busted my food down and kept it moving. This review was over due & this place is a MUST try. You won't regret it.

Kini is a Korean fusion restaurant. It is usually empty as most people order to go. There are plenty of tables and the restaurant has adorable decor and is brightly lit by natural light. The beef bulgogi burger is messy to eat but very good. The fries are so crispy. The food is good but a little pricey for the area.

We ordered in and the food arrived pretty quickly. What We Had: Korean fried chicken, the Korean tacos and dumplings. All were decent and came with dipping sauces on the side. The chicken wings were a bit on the larger side. Very, very crisp and coated. Ok flavoring. The dumplings were my favorite of the 3 dishes. The tacos were ok. On the smaller side. I would try them again. The menu is large and there are plenty of items to choose from.

Placed an order for lunch after seeing this place pop up two blocks away from my office. 3.5 Stars! Ordered: 2 pc Chicken Wings Veggie Dumplings Spicy Ramen LOVED the chicken wings. The crispy panko coating had the perfect texture. How can something be crunchy but still melt in your mouth? I dont know...but it does! I also love the option of ordering two pieces of chicken for $3.50. This gives everyone the excuse to order and try them, you will not regret it! I ordered two dipping sauces, The Korean chicken wing sauce and the sweet and sour soy garlic sauce. The sweet and sour I didn't like at all, but the chicken wing sauce poured over the crunchy wings was heaven. The veggie dumplings were delicious they included a surprising pop of texture with edamame beans in the filling...loved it. I cant say I enjoyed the Spicy Ramen. Full of deep heat but lacked flavor. I also hate an overly soggy noodle, so perhaps separating broth from noodle could be beneficial when packaging deliveries. I am interested in trying the rice bowls, so hopefully will be able to take a walk over and asking a few menu questions.

Long time lurker, small time reviewer. Would give 5 stars, but don't want people to think it's an overrated review hah. Came with girlfriend and friend after the gym and got the wings, fried chicken sandwich, kimchi fried rice, and kimchi arancini. The fried factor was quite amazing - double fried and finished with bread crumbs (if I'm not mistaken). Ssamjang aioli is delicious, very interesting take on a traditional sauce, but use sparingly because it's definitely on the salty side, but doesn't come as a surprise since ssamjang is salty by default. Definitely definitely, and I can't stress this enough, get the kimchi mayo! It goes well with everything on the menu. The staff is really friendly. I accidentally ordered bottled water, but the stafflady behind the counter helped me refund it right away! After our meal the cook behind the scenes came out and greeted us. Keep doing what you're doing! So yep, there you go. Reminder: this is a 5-star review!

Solid but could be better. Kimchi arancini balls: Amazing! Kimchi flavored rice, fried with cheese? This is a must get. Fried chicken: crispy and tasty but with Pelicana nearby, it's hard to compete. Korean army soup (budaejjigae): disappointing - I don't believe in putting fish cake in army stew. And while I like spam and hot dogs, this soup was overwhelmed by that salty fake taste. No thanks. Dumpling rice cake soup: will do in a pinch but overwhelmingly peppery and screams shiitake. Lacks that hearty goodness that comes with a beef soup base and the clean taste that is so comforting when this soup is done just right. While it had egg, dumplings and rice cake, the soup somehow felt thin like it was missing something. The bulgogi beef stew: best out of the 3 soups - not too sweet and a good amount of fillings: beef, vermicelli, rice cakes and tofu. Delivery took a while but within stated window and the food came hot and fresh so no complaints there!

Food was delicious and delivered hot and packaged well with both chopsticks and utensils and napkins. I got the pork dumplings, kimchee fried rice with chicken and some chicken wings all were on point but rice was my favorite, YUM! I will definitely recommend and order again.

I ordered 3 times here and they never let me down. Bento is what I strongly recommend. Well-cooked dumplings, good seasoned protein and impressive decoration. Burger is tasty and the fried chicken is amazing. Korean army stew is tasty, too. I love their kimchi. It will be more visually appealing if served in a traditional boiling pot.

I got the bulgogi wrap. It was solid and delivery was prompt. Pricing was reasonable.

The newly opened Korean place in LIC was a nice surprise. The fried shrimp sandwich with mango salsa was delicious but a little messy. The coating on the shrimp came off but it was nonetheless tasty. The Bibim bowl was a little small but the ingredients and marinated beef hit the mark in flavor. Rounding out the meal was a side order of the Korean chicken wings with a light shoyu sauce. The sauce could have been a little more emphatic. It was too mild and thin to make a difference to the chicken wing. The staff was pleasant and apologetic when there was a slight wait to bring out the second part of our order. Nice change to experience this kind of courtesy. It's a stone's throw from Food Bazaar and Home Depot so definitely coming back!

Korean eately. There is no place near astoria area, so kini is the only korean place. They serve korean bowls, burgers and fries. Overally good to go. I had experience some minor problems but it was ok. hope to keep it.

Got a wrap, didn't realize that it came out to $18 so I tried to cancel the order but was unable to do so in time. It wasn't worth the money, at that price I would have expected it to be a meal and not just the wrap. Taste was pretty good, might order from them again but NEVER for delivery.

New staffs! So good!! I ordered chicken karaage bento box and mayo cupbap. Loved the food and I will definitely come back. I highly recommend the chicken karaage!!!

STALE FOOD I ordered Bibim Bowl and I was very disappointed. They gave me a stale food that smelled very horrible and it tasted like I was eating rotten fish. I called them about the issue and they refuse to admit there was something wrong with it. I kindly asked for a refund and they can only refund me for a small portion of the food and not the full price. That was VERY frustrating for me. Never ordering from here again.

I desperately wanted to like this place because it is very convenient for me but I was very unhappy with the food here and would never go back. I ordered Korean fried chicken and dumplings on my visit. The dumplings tasted like they were from the frozen food section of Food Bazaar down the street and the chicken was dry and over cooked. Not recommended.

One of the good Korean place around my house. I live like 5 blocks away from it and I would order their takeout a lot. My favorite was always the Tempura Shrimp over rice from there with the drink Matcha Latte, sometimes they don't have the matcha latte and sometimes they do but it's my favorite drink from any place so whenever I see that drink available in any store I would order it. So I was lucky for most time I ordered my food, they have the matcha latte. I have tried their Bibimbap, it was so delicious!!! Totally recommend this place to others!!!

We've had basically every restaurant for lunch but never a Korean place. I'm glad it's finally here and even better than that is the fact that Kini is good! Got bimbimbap and bulgogi burger. More expensive than a deli or food cart lunch but they tasted amazing! Will def comeback. Strongly suggest to add more varieties on the menu like soon tofu or other dishes. Also, it would be perfect if they have a lunch special menu ;)

I eat here at least once a week. The chicken terryaki is the best I ever had by far. The owners are a extremely nice couple

The girl that took our order was really nice. We didn't dine and got the orders to go. The food wasn't bad or great. It was ok, nothing really impressed us. I'd give this place another try but it wouldn't be my first choice for Korean food.

Ordered delivery - Their rice is undercooked and found a piece of wire in my soft tofu soup...eww