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1. KR

   KarynR

   Victoria

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Amazing experience! Would thoroughly recommend …

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   DarrickC

   Sydney

   2 reviews

   4.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   overall4food4service4ambience4

   Excellent service from the staff. The food was very good and the overall experience was fantastic.

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3. AD

   AmandaD

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

   overall4food5service5ambience4

   The food was delicious could not fault it The staff were very nice and attentive I loved watching how the food was being plated My only problem was I felt that towards the end we were being rushed there wasn’t enough time between the dishes

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4. JY

   JezY

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on 17 March 2023

   overall3food2service4ambience4

   Service was good, and it was great seeing Reynold himself working there too! However, I was a bit disappointed by the food. - The oysters were fresh and the dressing was awesome! - The kingfish and the dressing had a good balance of sweetness, savoury and tartness. However, the fish shouldn't be eaten together with the citrus, as the citrus overpowered the freshness of the fish. - The beef tartare was a bit bland and was easily overpowered by the seaweed that it was served with. - Very disappointed by the wagyu - the meat was imbued with a delicious flavour from the charcoal grill but sadly the meat was very tough (which was a surprise, given that wagyu is known for being tender). - The crab noodles were okay - the noodles were cooked perfectly and the overall dish had a luscious texture. While it was an umami-bomb (which is usually a good thing) it unfortunately ended up tasting like instant noodles due to a lack of flavour balance. - The calamari - again, was an umami bomb and I liked the touch of lemongrass in there. However, it could've done with a bit more acidity to make the dish less heavy on the palate (from the belacan-esque base). - The jasmine creme brulee was out of this world - the flavour and texture were amazing! - And finally - the cocktails were all really good! Each one felt like a well-crafted dessert that had really great, interesting flavours - never too sweet and all were good until the very last drop.

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5. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 16 March 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   The staff were very attentive. Taste was excellent. I just wish there were more selections from the menu.

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6. FN

   FayeN

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 16 March 2023

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   We had the Experiential /Phase 4 It was lovely but we felt a bit rushed And would had been nice to say hello to Reynold. I saw him at the register 🙃

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7. TD

   TonyD

   London

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on 15 March 2023

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   Have been to the experimental for few times. Last visiting is the worst one. The table behind us with about 6peoples keep making very high volum of laugh and talk. I can’t even hear what the waitress and chefs say. Even hard for me to talk to my friend. Feel really annoyed. We had 2 hours dinner and they made 2 hours noise. And the waiter said nothing. At the time I left. I saw the Reynold was in that table too. Finally I found the reason why no one say anything. Feel so disappointed about that. Will not come again.

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8. DV

   DianneV

   Toronto

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 12 March 2023

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   Chef Reynold really stepped it up a few notches with the experimental 12 course menu! Every dish was a true feast of flavour and looked spectacular!! Service was fantastic also. Thank you

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9. J

   Jess

   Sydney

   2 reviews

   2.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 12 March 2023

   overall2food3service3ambience5

   Came here for my birthday, which was a nice experience. But definitely over rated for what it was. Unfortunately, even though the menu says “share” the portions are teeny tiny. Tried to get a gauge from the wait staff, however they seemed inexperienced and didn’t know what some of the items were. Overall nice, but not worth it. There are better restaurants in Sydney for cheaper.

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10. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Exclusive

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 March 2023

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    I had a reservation and travelled an hour to dine for lunch and they had made the decision to not open for lunch service, yet my booking was not cancelled. I was not notified that my booking no longer existed.

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11. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    My brothers birthday surprise and we really enjoyed the food and matching wines. Something to talk about for quite a while.

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12. EM

    ErwinM

    Sydney

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 26 February 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4

    Some dish are fab and some are not that exciting. Overall it’s good but not something that I will be getting again.

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13. JB

    JonathonB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great experience. Amazingly creative and delicious food. Dazzling presentation on stunning crockery. Such incredible attention to detail. The only dish I would fault was the “paspaley” - the pearl meat was unfortunately overwhelmed by the crème fraiche and couldn’t be tasted, and the walnut didn’t quite work for me. Ironically though this was the most beautifully and spectacularly presented dishes. Everything else couldn’t be faulted and was stunning. Only other suggestion is clearer explanation of each course. Some accents were hard to understand, particularly over the background noise.

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14. PL

    PeterL

    Berlin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The four of us went for the KOI Experential and we were very happy that we went there. A 12 course meal filled with lots of pleasure for your tastebuds. Staff is amazing and go above and beyond!

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15. ZO

    ZOLTANG

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Fantastic food, excellent service. The experiment was much better then we were expecting. The food created by Reynolds is FANTASTIC!!!!!

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16. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Every course of the 12 course degustation was amazing! Would definitely come back for Reynold’s next phase!

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17. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Sydney

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Was running late to the appointment however the staff had strong communication and was lovely. The food didn’t take long to come out either. Would highly recommend

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18. C

    Claire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Tried phase 4 of the koi experience and it was amazing

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19. YD

    YasminD

    Sydney

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 February 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3

    The overall experience was nice. Staff was friendly. We liked all the seafood dishes and the first dessert (Floral). The second dessert was too rich and left a bitter after taste, I think is the Madeira. Would be better if the menu reduced to 8 or 9 course and add a protein course to the menu. That would be nice.

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20. BY

    BelindaY

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 February 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    Reached new heights in food artistry, taste, presentation. Had a great experience watching the ladies serve plate up to the diners. I had Koi Experiential and loved it so much that I went back with another friend for the ala carte menu.

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21. VM

    VM15

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 February 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4

    It was a really good experience overall food was visually and taste wise amazing however the service could have been better it felt like there were all trainees bar one which is not necessarily a bad thing however not the best experience when paying comparable prices to some of the top rated places in Sydney & Melbourne

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22. CD

    CharleneD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 February 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5

    The vibe is nice. I really love the Nectar cocktail. It looks pretty!

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23. GP

    GlennP

    Sydney

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 January 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    Visited on a Sunday for the 5:30pm service sitting up at the bar as a party of five people. Another seven people were setted adjacent us the horseshoe shaped table where we could all watch the final plating up and decoration of the 12 wonderful dishes as they were served in sequence anticlockwise around the room. At this time the restaurant was otherwise empty and the a la carte tables I imagine would fill up later each evening but not tonight, so it was a very quiet ambience. The food was amazing, mostly because of the flavours, attention detail in terms of the remarkable presentation, interest level, innovation and unusual conbination of ingredients offered. Each stage of the meal was an exciting invitation that no one in my group could exist. The phase for our meal was summer which included some cold dishes and icy deserts. Not a single dish that our table didn't devour. The first section of the meal consisted of lighter palate, seafood and some creamy elements which suited our choice of Chardonnay and the second portion included lighter red meat elements that paired well with a light french pinot. The meal was very satisfying and because it was prepaid, those that didn't have any extra coctails or wine simply got up and left (which was a little unusual to see...). Finally the bill for the wine included a "Sunday Surcharge" of 10% adding approx $48 to our wine bill and then I included a tip for the great attentive service that we received on the night. It seemed odd to me that a sunday surcharge was added on the wine element given we had prepaid the meal already and came as a bit of a surprise. All other "surprises" on the night were otherwise positive which is why I look forward to return each season (subject to getting a book) - just not on a Sunday!

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24. CW

    ChyntiaW

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 January 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    Birthday dinner was memorable, friendly staff and great experience

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25. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 January 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Staff were so friendly! Food was excellent. Will be returning for the new experience when it is available :)

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26. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 January 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    My friends and I had a lovely time and the staff were efficient and friendly. Had wonderful food and was very satisfied by the end. A worth it experience.

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27. W

    Will

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 January 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience3

    The wine glass is dirt and no polished, the waitstaff is not proactive and proffesional, the food is 3/10. Overpriced. Never go back again.

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28. LF

    LauraF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 January 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Unique and super yummy food & presentation. Love it. It's also convenient as KOI Dessert Bar is next door. Had a great time!

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    alohasd

    San Diego

    97 reviews

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    5.0

    97 reviews

    Dined on 10 January 2023

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    Outrageously delicious. Wonderful combination of flavors served ion attractive plates. Reasonably priced. Evan is a major attribute to the restaurant. Very personable and engaging, made great recommendations.

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30. AT

    AmyT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 December 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    A spectacular experience by KOI. What an incredible creation - truly - worth every penny. My only feedback would be that for the last two courses. We were so full by that stage. I would consider creating lighter dishes to finish instead of the coconut and dense caramel/chocolate flavors selected for the final desserts. To be clear - both of these dishes were delicious. However, by the end, being so full, it's easier to enjoy something a little lighter, yet full of delectable flavor. My favorite parts of the menu were the savories. Just incredible and divine cooking - thank you!

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31. SC

    ShereneC

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 December 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    My Husband and I had the most amazing experience. The food was the tastiest and most beautifully presented we have ever had .the staff were friendly and attentive. We look forward to our next booking .. Sherene and Felix

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32. BL

    BrendonL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 December 2022

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    Chefs and service were fantastic! Really enjoyed the experience of being able to taste new foods and the wait staff were incredible. Thank you for the amazing quality!

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33. J

    Jessica

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 December 2022

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    Food and drinks were excellent as well as the service. Especially loved the wagyu tartare and noodles!

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34. AL

    AmyL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 December 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Super delicious food, just mind blowing. Excellent service! Love it!

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35. RH

    RachelH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 December 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Loved everything we ordered, the ceviche and the uni noodles were standouts!

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36. KF

    KirstieF

    Tropical QLD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 November 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The most amazing food I've ever eaten. Well worth a trip from Townsville!

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37. KL

    KelvinL

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 November 2022

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    While the food was very tasty, the dish for the main was very small and came with nothing other than meat. I had to order room service when I got back to my hotel.

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38. H

    Honest

    London

    26 reviews

    4.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on 25 November 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience3

    Of the 4 small dished we tried they were all amazing without any fault. I think the drinks can be improved upon did not have the same wow as the food. Service was not as attentive as I would have liked but thats being picky.

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39. HW

    HelenW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 November 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    A fantastic food experience, we will definitely book again next time we are in Sydney

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    tammie

    Exclusive

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 November 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    food was well plated and was well curated. overall a pleasant experience

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