Atomix is one of my favorite restaurants on the planet and this is my fourth time dining with the team. I was fortunate enough to experience the second service of their new late Summer menu with Chef JP behind the pass. In my more recent meals I've found that Chef JP is more comfortable taking risks with flavor, straying from a more traditional interpretation of "hansik" and incorporating non-Asian and American ingredients and references that are elevating the food to a new level.
Each dish stood on its own as a culinary achievement – there were no throwaways here. Extraordinarily complex flavor in each serving including fresh elements and heavy fermentation. American produce with Korean saucework. Glorious fish, barely touched, paired with caviar that highlights the flavor, not the cost. Both desserts were also the best I've had at the restaurant.
Atomix is bringing Korean flavor mainstream and as the restaurant evolves, their ability to blend East and West into this incredible experience only grows stronger.
A full album with all courses and highlights:
by brooklynite
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I’m dining here later this month. Can’t wait!
Most of these look absolutely gorgeous. The abalone and the lobster dish especially
This menu is looking especially strong. Maybe it’s just me but that squab rice with the steamed egg is just begging for some shaved summer truffle
That looks like an outstanding meal! Thanks for sharing
Looks amazing!
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Holy cow this menu looks to be one of the best in years. Just stunning. I got lucky enough to have the Late Summer 2022 menu which I feel is lauded with the Red Pepper and Pine Milk and a few other big dishes, but I am jealous I won’t be able to try this.
Their tart is always good. I wish I had been able to try these desserts, though.