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NIKU X
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NIKU X
8.3
All-you-can-eat Japanese wagyu and seafood with a rare focus on A5 abundance rather than single-cut theatrics. The experience is timed and package-based, leaning into indulgence and variety, with strong value relative to the beef on offer. New in Koreatown, it’s a buzzy, high-sensory room that rewards strategic ordering.
Must-Try Dishes:
A5 wagyu tasting cuts, King crab legs, Wagyu ribeye yakiniku
Scores:
Value: 8.7
Service: 8
Consistency: 8.1
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 8.2
Cultural Relevance: 7.6
What makes it special: Unlimited A5 wagyu in a structured, luxe buffet format.
Who should go: Wagyu seekers and celebratory groups.
When to visit: Weeknights for smoother pacing.
What to order: A5 wagyu sampler, king crab, wagyu ribeye cuts.
Insider tip: Front-load premium wagyu early; grills slow later.
NIKU X
7.8
Vibes:
Luxury Dining Elite
Group Dining Gatherings
Instagram Worthy Wonders
Birthday & Celebration Central
An all-you-can-eat luxury room where premium seafood shares the spotlight with A5 wagyu, making it a high-impact splurge for groups. Expect a polished Midtown setup and a menu built around indulgence—king crab, sushi, and grilled seafood alongside rich meat courses. It’s not a pure seafood temple, but the seafood tier is serious enough to justify the stop when you want abundance over restraint.
Must-Try Dishes:
King Crab Legs, Seafood Tower (daily selection), Toro & Uni Sushi
Scores:
Value: 7
Service: 7.6
Consistency: 7.8
Food Quality: 8.3
Atmosphere: 8.1
Cultural Relevance: 7.2
What makes it special: Unlimited premium seafood paired with A5 wagyu in a luxe buffet format.
Who should go: Celebration groups and big appetites chasing a splurge night.
When to visit: Early dinner to maximize selection and pacing.
What to order: King crab legs, raw bar items, toro/uni sushi.
Insider tip: Start with raw bar rounds before circling back for hot seafood.