Sinsa

Sinsa reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   James

   Greater Boston3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Tonight’s dinner was truly a standout experience. We dined at a spot that effortlessly blended style and flavor, making for an unforgettable date night. The ambience struck the perfect balance—chic, modern, and undeniably cool, with dim lighting and sleek décor that set the mood just right. We kicked things off with the “Rice Thief,” a dish that completely stole the show with its bold flavors and comforting textures. The Korean fried chicken was perfectly crispy and flavorful, delivering just the right amount of heat and crunch. The ceviche was bright, fresh, and expertly balanced, a refreshing contrast to the richness of the other plates. Equally impressive were the zero-proof cocktails. Each was crafted with as much care and creativity as any classic cocktail—layered, complex, and beautifully presented. It’s rare to find a place that puts that much thought into non-alcoholic options, and it made the night feel inclusive and elevated. Overall, everything from the service to the plating hit the mark. This spot isn’t just dinner—it’s an experience. Ideal for a date, catching up with friends, or treating yourself to something special. We’ll definitely be back soon.
   

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   Lisa

   New York City1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 8, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We came here to celebrate a friend's birthday, and the food was super delicious. We came around happy hour, where certain drinks were priced at $12, and oysters were $2 per piece. We ordered the kimchi uni toast: the perfect bite-size, oysters: very unique sauces, wagyu tartar, and rice thief: just perfect. The staff were super friendly and would return to try the other dishes.
   

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   Gavin

   New York City1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 24, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was so good. Maybe the best oysters we've ever had. We also had the sea bass, celery fries and rice thief. All three were delicious. The wait staff was quick and very helpful in choosing wines to go along with our food. Will definitely be back and with more friends next time
   

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   Meghan

   New York City1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 21, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Sinsa is the perfect example of an outstanding food program combined with an excellent wine/beverage program come together in an approachable and enjoyable experience! The Sinsa team seamlessly and consciously crafted Korean-fusion throughout the food and drink menu which is really difficult to do right. My must-have food items were the rice thief (with uni add on) and the KFC fried chicken! Insanely good value. As someone also just learning about wine, the staff made my wine selection very easy and non-intimidating. The service is top notch, and staff is always super friendly and accommodating - it’s not hard to believe they were recognized on the Michelin guide just a few months after opening. So glad that I have a new spot to bring friends again and again in the East Village!
   

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   Hannah

   Los Angeles4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 12, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   My new top Korean restaurant! All the dishes we tried were top tier and the service was excellent. Our waiter was super attentive, accomodating, and friendly. We ordered two drinks: the Seoul Sour & the Jeju Jewel. I personally loved the Seoul Sour, but would pass on the jeju jewel next time and try something else or a wine. I will say the drinks here are not very strong, so I wouldnt recommend the cocktails to anyone who likes a strong alcoholic drink. We started out with the scallop crudo, which was super light and refreshing. The sauce is very bright and it's a great dish to start off the entire meal. Next came the wagyu tartare and the uni toast. The wagyu tartare was PHENOMENAL. I usually dislike wagyu beef tartares because I find wagyu too fatty for tartare but this establishment conveys it perfectly. The shaved egg yolk, the mustard aioli & the crispy potato chip all come together for the most decadent bite. I wish I could eat this everyday! On the other hand, I really hoped the uni toast would deliver, but alas it did not. It was the one dish that intrigued me about Sinsa but half of the pieces were super briny and the uni did not taste fresh at all. The other two were good-- I liked the buttery toast and the uni. However, the texture of the kimchi with the uni was a little unsettling? But that's just a personal preference! We also ordered the Rice Thief, which you can never go wrong with! I will say it is a little underseasoned than the one at the sister restaurant, but still amazing. We ended the meal with one main: the donkatsu au poivre. And just WOW. The crispy panko crusted katsu was perfectly crunchy and cooked, and the sauce was the best thing I have ever tasted! It was super peppery (which I love) and was rich in flavor but light in texture. I did not feel it was super greasy, and the cucumber salad on top really lightened the dish up. Overall, I would 10000% come back and hope to try the rest of the menu!
   

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   Popo

   Los Angeles1 review

   3.0

   Dined on April 2, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   Food portion is to small for its price. Flavors are okay. Wait time for each dish is way too long. All servers are nice.
   

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   Kelly

   San Francisco1 review

   5.0

   Dined on February 12, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Great experience. A little loud, but very fun vibe. food and service both fantastic.
   

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