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Koi - Soho
Koi SoHo’s intricate design evokes a sense of balance and serenity. Conceptualized by Koi’s Design Team, the décor reflects a natural oasis within an urban landscape. Key features of the 4,291 sq. ft. double-story interior include floor-to-ceiling windows, custom hand blown glass chandeliers, and wood columns with vertical garden accents. The main dining room incorporates elements of the rainforest through hand chiseled black stones, warm walnut woods and landscaped exotic accents that cascade down the columns. A dramatic spiral staircase leads to the second floor with three additional spaces including the mezzanine dining room, private dining room and mezzanine lounge. Illuminated by candlelight, the natural and intricate details create an elegant atmosphere, while earth-toned colors and modern highlights result in a stunning sense of harmony.
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66 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Rating Breakdown 66 reviews
5 stars
(21)
4 stars
(26)
3 stars
(14)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- hot spot(25)
- fit for foodies(23)
- special occasion(19)
- good for groups(16)
- neighborhood gem(12)
- vibrant bar scene(10)
Koi - Soho Reviews List
Review 1 for Koi - Soho
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
YUM!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I had heard wonderful reviews about the food and was not disappointed. Started with their signature crispy rice with tuna tatare on top. It was spicey but mouth wateringly delicious. Also had yellowtail with crispy onions...different in a good way. The food is presented to share so my husband and I shared the miso cod and the short ribs. Both melted in your mouth. The staff all around were so attentive. From seating us, to waiting on us, to clearing the table. My only disappointment was that there were only 2 of us. I will definitely return with a larger group in order to try more things on the menu."
Dined on 6/15/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 2 for Koi - Soho
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Horrible
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Atrocious service, poorly prepared food and terrible patrons. An all around horrible dining experience.
I would not recommend to anyone. Truly a waste."
Dined on 6/14/2013
2011
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Review 3 for Koi - Soho
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A must foodie experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great variety of sushi Koi signature dishes... Tuna tartare and yellowtail tartare were delicious! Enjoy the contemporary cuisine and vibe... Definitely worthy of a return visit!"
Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 4 for Koi - Soho
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Somewhat Unremarkable...
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I took a friend here for his birthday lunch - thinking it would be special. The restaurant is pretty but not exceptional. We ordered the lobster salad which was gorgeous and delicious. However, things went back to unremarkable after that. The sushi rolls arrived on plain white plates without garnish. The fish was fresh and good but not particularly special. The bottom line for me is that I chose this restaurant thinking it would be a step up from the every day excellent sushi possibilities in NYC. While it holds its own perfectly well in the category of good sushi, I did not find it "special" in any way but the prices - which were indeed those that would create an expectation of "remarkable. If you do go - have the lobster salad."
Dined on 6/05/2013
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Review 5 for Koi - Soho
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"if you go early it is quiet, good service and well prepared and presented food."
Dined on 6/04/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Koi - Soho
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food same as Bryant park
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This Koi has the same food as Bryant Park location. Smaller restaurant with not the great ambiance of Bryant Park location. Overall a great meal. Will go back."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 7 for Koi - Soho
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Koi-otic
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This place is crazy. The food was bland; the server messed out order up 3 times; the white wine was warm so it tasted like olive oil. The only success of the evening was the koo sundae since they clearly only assemble it and don't have to cook it."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 8 for Koi - Soho
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food is outstanding. Sushi
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food is outstanding. Sushi is as fresh as you'll get it anywhere. Highly recommend the Northern Lights Roll and the Spicy Tuna with rice cake. So good it's stupid. It's a bit pricey though, so I'd save it for business meals or special occasions."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 9 for Koi - Soho
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
restaurant design not as interestin
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"restaurant design not as interesting as other locations but food was spot on."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2009
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Review 10 for Koi - Soho
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Impeccable Service!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Hotel valet parking was ideal! The service was impeccable! The food was seasoned well & the drinks were well prepared. Looking forward to dining here again! Will recommend to others :)"
Dined on 03/26/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 11 for Koi - Soho
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Average food with below average
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Average food with below average service"
Dined on 03/25/2013
2010
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Review 12 for Koi - Soho
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Designer Food Designer Pricing
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"the food is a bit pricy for the portion size, we all left hungry... only Japanese beer available at $11 + a bottle"
Dined on 03/22/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 13 for Koi - Soho
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Review 14 for Koi - Soho
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I truly love dining at Koi,
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I truly love dining at Koi, be it Soho or Bryant Park. I dream of the crispy rice with spicy tuna!
However, I have eaten at Koi in the last 2 weeks (both locations). I have to ask-Do you use tuna or escolar?
Something has been off the last 2 times."
Dined on 03/05/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 15 for Koi - Soho
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The Sushi was very good but
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Sushi was very good but it didn't WOW me! The Krispy Rice Tuna Appetizer was WOW. The waiter seemed like he was new and didn't know the menu that well. For $100 a person for sushi it should WOW!. Definitely better than the average sushi place but not as good as Gari, Nobu, Poke, Morimoto, Yasuda, ETC...."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 16 for Koi - Soho
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The stunning koi soho
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The service was fantastic and the ambiance was dark and sexy,me and my girlfriend had an amazing time,at one point we were cold from sitting by the door and they moved us to a booth in less than 10 seconds lol the service is amazing at koi soho,much better than Ryan's park and less snobby than Bryant park,much more younger and fresher and hipper...I love! Definitely will be returning soon ;)"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: romantic
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Koi - Soho
Based on the average of (50) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
6 out of 7 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic