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KYU NYC

NoHo · Asian

324 Lafayette Street, New York, NY, 10012Directions
4.5★★★★★★★★★★938 reviews

Diners like this restaurant's delicious and inventive Asian fusion dishes, with many highlighting the Japanese sweet potato, short ribs, and coconut cake. They also mention the lively, chic atmosphere and the attentive, knowledgeable staff. Guests appreciate the accommodating service for dietary restrictions and the clean, spacious restrooms.

A $$$$ Asian restaurant with strong Blackbird activity and highlighted praise for the Japanese sweet potato.

KYU NYC is a $$$ Asian restaurant in NoHo, New York. It has logged 9,134 check ins on Blackbird, and is busiest Wednesday evenings. Check in on Blackbird when you visit.

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MondayClosed
Tuesday5:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday5:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday5:00 – 10:00 PM
Friday5:00 – 10:00 PM
Saturday5:00 – 10:00 PM
Sunday5:00 – 9:00 PM
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The experience

The tasting menu delivers the short rib and coconut layered cake—both worth the return visit.

Google Places/ updated 124d ago

Why go

KYU NYC sits in Noho with a calibrated atmosphere that doesn't sacrifice conversation. The Asian menu has accumulated over 9,134 Blackbird check-ins since November 2023. Fridays and Saturdays draw the heaviest crowds. It holds a 4.5 rating across 938 Google reviews.

Google Places/ updated 124d ago

Fast facts

  • KYU NYC has 9,134 all-time Blackbird check-ins.
  • Its busiest Blackbird check-in days are Saturday and Friday.
  • Google diners rate it 4.5 stars across 965 reviews.
  • One reviewer called the Japanese sweet potato the star of the show.
  • The drinks are described as interesting and spirit-forward.
editorial/ updated 10d ago

Did you know

KYU NYC has logged 9,134 Blackbird check-ins since its first recorded check-in on November 13, 2023.

editorial/ updated 10d ago

Good to know

  • Weekends are packed.
  • Order the short rib and coconut layered cake.
  • Cocktails are balanced.
Google Places/ updated 124d ago

Amenities

Meals

DinnerDessert

Drinks

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Features

Dine-inTakeoutDeliveryReservationsOutdoor seatingRestroomGood for groups

Dietary

Vegetarian
Google Places/ updated 10d ago

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Flynet check ins

9,134

Neighborhood

NoHo

Neighborhood standing

How it ranks nearby

Most visited

№4

of 5 Noho spots this month

vs neighborhood median

0.1× the Noho median

Based on this month's Blackbird check ins across 5 Noho spots.

Last 30 days

16 check ins

−64% vs prior month

Daily check ins over the last 30 days
Sep 28Oct 27

When it's busy

Usually dead right now

Tuesdaytoday
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MondayClosed
Tuesday5:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday5:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday5:00 – 10:00 PM
Friday5:00 – 10:00 PM
Saturday5:00 – 10:00 PM
Sunday5:00 – 9:00 PM

Inside KYU NYC

The experience

The tasting menu delivers the short rib and coconut layered cake—both worth the return visit.

Google Places/ updated 124d ago

Review signal

4.5

938 Google reviews

$$

Google Places/ updated 10d ago

Guide

Inside KYU NYC

The experience

The tasting menu delivers the short rib and coconut layered cake—both worth the return visit.

Google Places/ updated 124d ago

Why go

KYU NYC sits in Noho with a calibrated atmosphere that doesn't sacrifice conversation. The Asian menu has accumulated over 9,134 Blackbird check-ins since November 2023. Fridays and Saturdays draw the heaviest crowds. It holds a 4.5 rating across 938 Google reviews.

Google Places/ updated 124d ago

Review signal

4.5

938 Google reviews

$$

Google Places/ updated 10d ago

What to order

Google Places/ updated 124d ago

Good to know

  • Weekends are packed.
  • Order the short rib and coconut layered cake.
  • Cocktails are balanced.
Google Places/ updated 124d ago

Amenities

Meals

DinnerDessert

Drinks

CoffeeBeerWineCocktails

Features

Dine-inTakeoutDeliveryReservationsOutdoor seatingRestroomGood for groups

Dietary

Vegetarian
Google Places/ updated 10d ago

Fast facts

  • KYU NYC has 9,134 all-time Blackbird check-ins.
  • Its busiest Blackbird check-in days are Saturday and Friday.
  • Google diners rate it 4.5 stars across 965 reviews.
  • One reviewer called the Japanese sweet potato the star of the show.
  • The drinks are described as interesting and spirit-forward.
editorial/ updated 10d ago

Did you know

KYU NYC has logged 9,134 Blackbird check-ins since its first recorded check-in on November 13, 2023.

editorial/ updated 10d ago
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Within walking distance

Other Blackbird spots a short walk from KYU NYC.

  • Petit Merle

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    1MIN WALKJust around the corner
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FAQ

How popular is KYU NYC?

KYU NYC has logged 9,134 check ins on Blackbird.

When is KYU NYC busiest?

KYU NYC is busiest on Wednesday evenings, based on Blackbird check-in activity.

What kind of food does KYU NYC serve?

KYU NYC serves Asian cuisine.

How expensive is KYU NYC?

KYU NYC is in the $$$ price range on a $ to $$$$ scale.

How do I check in at KYU NYC?

Download the Blackbird app, visit KYU NYC in person, and check in from the app. Check-ins earn FLY and count toward Flytown's daily Hotspots ranking.

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