My friend and I heard about this place from the Munchies documentary. We planned and saved up for eight weeks to super splurge on a huge meal with cocktails and everything. We made a reservation more than a week in advance just in case. (We heard that sometimes you cannot get a reservation for days on a row.)
Anyway, we arrived outside and already we were impressed the beautiful sculpture outside it was a pleasure to look at. The front walkway had glass covered pond with fish in it.
We entered the noodle bar and headed upstairs. We were a bit too early and the staff were doing their powwow before service.
So we headed to the mid lounge area and the bartender was amazingly friendly. The place was not busy at all and we had a wonderful conversation on a Netflix documentary about the history of wine tasters and sake. The bartender suggested we head to BarChef tomorrow.
We both had a few cocktails and were the first to sit down. The place is just lovely with the glass and the veiw over the cultural monuments.
We ordered the Korean rice cakes, the big fish dinner, soy tea eggs for the appetisers. (They were doing a special steamed bun event, so we also got those.) Two desserts and a few more cocktails between the two of us. We ordered a few other items, some kind of deconstruction of an Asian soup. (Name alludes me.)
Anyway, to put this lightly. It was the best meal of my entire life. Hands down. I was actually emotional at the end of the meal and it wasn't just the alcohol. I wanted to hug the staff or maybe leave a really nice note.
I wish I could afford to go to Momofuku more and yes it is expensive but it is 100% worth every hard earned dollar. Don't think about it, just do it because you will not regret it.
Also, the server was very nice and informed us on all the food. We never felt rushed and she was always attending to our drinks, offering cocktail suggestions (The good ol' surprise me.) removing plates without interrupting our conversations.
I think I've said everything that needs to be said. Thanks Momofuku 11/10.