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Mr. K's
Mr. K’s is situated in the heart of Manhattan with spectacular Art Deco surroundings. The restaurant welcomes & impresses with plush, pink over sized banquettes & an extensive collection of porcelain & jade artifacts. Mr. K’s offers authentic Chinese cuisine with samplings from Beijing, Shanghai, Canton, Szechwan & Hunan, & offers an extensive menu featuring many creative dishes using only the highest quality ingredients, all are exquisitely prepared & elegantly presented. The wine list is made up of over a hundred bottles, featuring top domestic & international labels.
Mr. K’s unparalleled level of service pays attention to every detail, commencing with fresh corsage for each lady, & hot towel, finger bowl & sorbet between courses. Separate private rooms are available for corporate events & private parties, with an in-room bar & audio/visual support. Mr. K’s is ideal for business, special events or quiet romantic dining. Delivery service is available within selected areas.
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Mr. K’s unparalleled level of service pays attention to every detail, commencing with fresh corsage for each lady, & hot towel, finger bowl & sorbet between courses. Separate private rooms are available for corporate events & private parties, with an in-room bar & audio/visual support. Mr. K’s is ideal for business, special events or quiet romantic dining. Delivery service is available within selected areas.
74 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 74 reviews
5 stars
(30)
4 stars
(26)
3 stars
(10)
2 stars
(6)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(28)
- fit for foodies(21)
- romantic(21)
- great for lunch(14)
- good for groups(10)
- neighborhood gem(5)
Mr. K's Reviews List
Review 1 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Over-valued
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"In restaurant on a Tuesday night. Very quiet, decor nice to elegant, tables set up condusive to conversation. Service attentive. However, food, while nicely presented, was not much superior to that had in far less expensive chinese restaurants elsewhere. Food and decor not in sync."
Dined on 5/14/2013
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Review 2 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Have been to Mr. K's several times - it is an excellent place to dine and enjoy a bit of plush ambiance. Dishes are tasty and presented beautifully, and the service is always impeccable."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 3 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delightful Evening
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It was my first visit, and turned out even better than expected. The décor of the building, lobby, and restaurant is 1931 Art Deco, and that alone is astonishing. The service was highest level, and the food superb. I want to go right back!"
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 4 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not worth the price
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Mr. K's is a cool Art Deco space and the service with tuxes and white table clothes was quite good, but the food so mediocre at best."
Dined on 4/29/2013
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Review 5 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
One of the best looking Asian
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"One of the best looking Asian restaurants in the City."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2013
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Review 6 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Mr. K's was an elegant experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Mr. K's was an elegant experience -- beginning with the orchid corsage presented to me when we arrived, continuing through the cherry blossom pink banquettes and gold plated flatware, and the lovely service in the art deco dining room. We expected Sydney Greenstreet to appear suddenly and be seated at the next table. We went for a late lunch and found the place almost empty -- just 6 or 7 tables occupied in a large space. The food was good -- best pan fried dumplings we've ever had (including London and San Francisco) -- and various dishes were divided among us before being presented at the table. While delicious - they could have been hotter. The menu is large enough to satisfy the curious but not particularly challenging. Recommended."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2010
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 7 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I love to bring clients here
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I love to bring clients here for the broad menu and flexible staff who offer dining suggestions."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 8 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Some of the best Chinese dishes
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Some of the best Chinese dishes one would expect from an upscale establishment."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2005
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, romantic
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Review 9 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Gracious old still of Chinesse
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Gracious old still of Chinesse dining. It is pricey but worth the quality, especially the Pri Fix lunch."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2001
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 10 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Solid classic Chinese. Not
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Solid classic Chinese. Not going to be awesome. If you're looking for awesome go to China Grill. However, I'll be back to Mr K's."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2005
Special Features: romantic
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Review 11 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food and service are good,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food and service are good, the restaurant is quite formal."
Dined on 04/09/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 12 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This is my third time to dine
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This is my third time to dine here. I booked a week in advance & made a special request for my birthday. Nothing was done or said or acknowledge!!!!!!! I was meeting a friend from Glen Cove NY. I will never eat here again! The waiter was cold and very impersonal.
It was very dissappointing, truly! I am from Texas and never have I been treated so rudely.
Karan Robinson"
It was very dissappointing, truly! I am from Texas and never have I been treated so rudely.
Karan Robinson"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
What a let down
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is a tourist trap. I should have caught on earlier before spending $28 for a chicken and broccoli entree that barely fed one person. Our appetisers ($31) arrived cold and were the same items you would receive off of a mall buffet bar. Skip this place."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2006
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Review 14 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The atmosphere at Mr. K was
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The atmosphere at Mr. K was the only good feature. The biggest disappointment was the food. The dumplings were dense, and not warm enough. The main courses were barely ok - not even as good as an average takeout. Certainly not authentic. Service was adequate but not warm. Will not go back."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2010
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Review 15 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Needs overhaul in food and service
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Got the $48 pre-fixe dinner. Food was OK but again not much better than ordinary take-out. Waiter forgot to serve our soup and instead of taking it off our bill he served it AFTER our dinner. Not a good move. And any restaurant would not have charged for the mistake. Not Mr. K's. Dumb to say the least. Mr. K's needs a major overhaul in food, service and knowing how to do the right thing."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2006
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Review 16 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was good. Service was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was good. Service was not great but not bad. We felt as though we were intruding and didn't feel so welcome."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2012
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Review 17 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
As always a great evening
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"As always a great evening - every time we go to NYC"
Dined on 03/10/2013
2012
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 18 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Elegant Chinese dining experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Elegant Chinese dining experience that us also great for families. Food was delicious."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, romantic
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Review 19 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Overall it was amazing, my
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Overall it was amazing, my partner proposed to me! Felt a little embarrassed at the end he had informed us we hadn't tipped enough, we aren't from America and was still very new to the whole tipping thing. That put a disappointment on our night. Over all good besides that."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2013
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Review 20 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent Chinese food and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent Chinese food and service, extraordinarily comfortable dining. Perfect for a business lunch."
Dined on 02/21/2013
2009
Special Features: romantic, great for lunch
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Review 21 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Expensive but well worth it
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was delicious, although the portions smaller that I expected, atmosphere was great, waiter and busboy were attentive 100% of the time and we really enjoyed ourselves. It's not cheap, so I can't afford to go to a place like this with any frequency, but you get what you pay for."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very Disappointed!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife came here for our Anniversay because I've read many good reviews about the place. Too start off the place is very stunning looking and very romantic atmosphere. We were place in the back and there was one other table of 6 people in the back. They were very loud and thank God they finally left because we were going to change our seats. We had the price fix at $48 which is very reasonable for a place of this stature. Other then the stuff dumplings which were very good, the rest of the meal was okay, nothing special. The biggest problem was the service. It seems the waiter was always on top of us, speeding up our meal every chance he got, including coffee and quickly handed us the check."
Dined on 02/19/2013
2006
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
For about a decade now, my
Food
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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Noise Level
Quiet
"For about a decade now, my husband and I have visited New York twice a year. During our second visit to New York in 2012, Mr Ks was recommended as a dining venue to experience. Suffice it to say, we ate there twice during our weekend stay!
The ambiance is suitable for either an intimate dinner or a greater gathering for a special occasion. And, regardless of the number in the party, service is always stellar.
My husband and I now consider a visit to Mr Ks as a dining tradition."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2010
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Review 24 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great business lunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It is very nice to find a quiet restaurant in Midtown with outstanding food, ambiance and service. You can have a conversation here, and I would think a great business lunch. Excellent menu and choices. I had Peking Duck which was excellent. Highly recommend the Lover's dumplings also. Just for fun, look at all the famous chopsticks displayed in the lobby."
Dined on 02/19/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 25 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Art Nouveau Oasis in Midtown
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Having lived several years in China, I'm not convinced that the food here is entirely authentic. And we did have a bit of trouble getting something as simple as a glass of water. (There are too many staff, each with a "designated job", kind of like union rules in a shipyard!)
We went for "Restaurant Week", mostly because I really wanted to see the inside of this art nouveau landmark. It's over the top and just delightful for those of us who like that style!
It's pricey (probably a bit overpriced for the food & service), but it has an elegance that belongs to a bygone age. Best of all, in this city where eating in even the "best" restaurants is like eating on the floor of the old New York Stock Exchange, it's quiet, refined and relaxin"
Dined on 02/06/2013
2005
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 26 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
went the for food week nyc.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"went the for food week nyc. the building is gorgeous & doesn't look like a typical chinese restaurant in the inside. gold utensils and holder, warm towel at start of meal, sorbet entremets were nice. liked the fact there was more protein in out meals than fried rice (ate fire creacker fish, beef and broccoli and some ginger chicken)."
Dined on 02/07/2013
2010
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Caters to the knife and fork crowd
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Elegant bordering on pompous. Service was courteous and efficient, if a bit stuffy. The food was tasty but not subtle. Food pieces were very large making it awkward to use chop sticks. The lunch scene was all business men."
Dined on 02/04/2013
2007
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Review 28 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
good chinese food in a comfortable
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"good chinese food in a comfortable setting with great service but VERY expensive."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2011
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Review 29 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Has Gone Down Hill
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We ate at Mr. K's a few years ago and food was much better. The restaurant looks dated and could use some new furniture. The food was not as good as you would expect from a NYC restaurant. A lot of the items, such as spring rolls, seemed like they were just heated up from a frozen box. The ginger chicken was good but the lo mein lacked flavor.
The icecream was very good. I hope the restaurant can go back to its former glory."
The icecream was very good. I hope the restaurant can go back to its former glory."
Dined on 01/27/2013
2006
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 30 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
There was only about 10% of
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"There was only about 10% of the tables sat on a Friday night at 7:30. Our waiter could not have been more miserable to be there. He was very short with us to the point of rude. However the food was actually really good. To bad I will never go back!"
Dined on 02/01/2013
2009
Special Features: romantic
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Review 31 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Superb ambiance, decor plus
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Superb ambiance, decor plus great food and service."
Dined on 01/29/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 32 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Stars & DC Politicians Eat at Mr Ks
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Outstanding Chinese food delicious and high quality. Exquisite presentation with impeccable service. Guests include Cointons, Obamas, Trumps, top stars - the food's the reason."
Dined on 01/28/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 33 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Everything we ate was just
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Everything we ate was just delicious. The staff was gracious and attentive. Don't go there if you are in a hurry though. This is the place for a leisurly lunch!"
Dined on 01/23/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 34 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This 5-Diamond restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This 5-Diamond restaurant is wonderful and has always been a special favorite. It did not disappoint during this visit. The food is always delightful. The best Chinese restaurant ever! Wonderful Peking Duck, Hot & Sour Soup -- and the Firecracker Fish was unbelievably good. Really makes us sad all over again that it is no longer in Washington, DC, but it is not to be missed in NYC."
Dined on 01/18/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 35 for Mr. K's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Impeccable but yet friendly
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Impeccable but yet friendly service. Excellent food. We were able to enjoy the pre fixe lunch and still make it back to work in a very timely manner. They even gave the women delicate flower corsages! Beautiful decor. Rather for the older more sophisticated set."
Dined on 01/17/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Mr. K's
Based on the average of (39) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
1 out of 1 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate