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This establishment is recommended as part of the GoCity New York Mini Guide for its dining experience.
Details
Known for its unique interior decorated with vinyl records, this spot offers a fun, date-night atmosphere in the East Village [11]. The menu features well-regarded Korean fried chicken that draws consistent praise [1], [10]. Visitors should be aware that the restaurant operates on a specific payment policy, accepting only cash and American Express [1], [3], [4], [6].
Highlights / Recommended
"The Korean fried chicken is frequently cited as a top menu item [1], [10]."
Customer Sentiment
Overall feedback is positive, with diners frequently recommending the restaurant for its pleasant atmosphere and reliable Korean cuisine [10], [11], [13]. While the food and setting are well-liked, guests often note the unconventional policy of only accepting cash and American Express as a potential point of consideration [1], [3], [6].
Caveats
Diners should note that the restaurant does not accept all standard credit cards, as it only accepts cash and American Express [1], [3], [6].
Reddit Opinions & Reviews
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Recent Reddit Mentions
From post: Looking For A Nice Dinner For Two 200 All Told In
"A very cute Korean date spot."
PositiveFrom post: Restaurants Like C As In Charlie
"Mono Mono is listed as a recommendation for places similar to C as in Charlie."
NeutralFrom post: Visiting Nyc Tomorrow Best Spicy Fried Chicken
"Mono mono is mentioned as a good option for Korean fried chicken."
PositiveFrom post: Best Restraunts Really Pretty Ambiance
"Mono+Mono is recommended for its fun interior decorated with vinyl records and a great date-night atmosphere, with reservations generally not being impossible."
PositiveFrom post: Looking For The Perfect Birthday Dinner Spot
"This restaurant meets the user's requirements for a birthday dinner, though it's flexible on cuisine. It's recommended to pair it with a pre-dinner drink at Monsieur."
NeutralFrom post: Last Minute Dinner Recs Needed Where Reservations
"Monomono is mentioned as a dining option."
NeutralFrom post: Dinners In Nyc Next Week
"The user has Mono+Mono as a dinner option in the East Village for Day 3."
NeutralFrom post: A Korean Restaurant That Was Amex Only
"This user confirmed that the restaurant in question is MONO+MONO and found its payment system to be unusual."
PositiveFrom post: A Korean Restaurant That Was Amex Only
"This user also noted that Mono+mono is a restaurant that operates on a cash and Amex only payment system."
NeutralFrom post: A Korean Restaurant That Was Amex Only
"This comment explains that American Express incentivizes restaurants to accept their card, possibly due to Amex owning TOCK and RESY, which are significant platforms in NYC fine dining."
NeutralFrom post: A Korean Restaurant That Was Amex Only
"The commenter simply mentioned Mono+mono as a restaurant that accepts Amex and cash only."
NeutralFrom post: Fine Dining Buffalo Wing Hunt
"While not buffalo wings, Mono + Mono has great wings. It's important to note they only accept cash and AMEX."
PositiveFrom post: Nycs Best Espresso Martini
"Mono+mono was recommended for an espresso martini."
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