New Japanese-Korean restaurant Domodomo K\u014d is ready to impress Dallas diners. Its tasting menu in Uptown Dallas is unmatched in North Texas right now: Its combination of Japanese techniques and Korean flavors, served in a small restaurant over seven thoughtful courses, is uncommon in Dallas. Chefs prepare inventive, challenging dishes while diners have little say in what comes next.<\/p>\n
And that\u2019s a good thing. Happiness lies at the bottom of the second course, a bowl of cold fish soup with diced hirame (flounder), crunchy cucumbers and red grapes. It\u2019s sour, spicy, crunchy and satisfying \u2014 the kind of dish you might order again and again.<\/p>\n
But you can\u2019t. With the menu from chef-owner Brian Kim and head chef Tae Won Park that just launched in mid-March 2025, it\u2019s onto another thrilling plate. Dishes this season include American Wagyu carpaccio, arctic char over dashi foam, a series of handrolls, a bowl of scallop risotto and more.<\/p>\n
By August or September 2025, Domodomo K\u014d\u2019s tasting menu will change. The effort feels right on time, with Michelin looking at Texas\u2019 best restaurants. It\u2019s Dallas\u2019 first restaurant by this name, but Domodomo K\u014d is a sibling to a string of Japanese-Korean restaurants in New York and New Jersey. Domodomo in New York\u2019s Greenwich Village received a Bib Gourmand from Michelin for several years, ending in 2024.<\/p>\n
Perhaps 2025 is Domodomo K\u014d\u2019s time to shine. The Uptown Dallas restaurant isn\u2019t much like the original Domodomo 1,500 miles away, our server said. Dallas is \u201cmore special,\u201d he said. The freestanding restaurant is part of commercial real estate firm Stream Realty\u2019s reinvention of The Quad, formerly the Quadrangle. The complex is still anchored by Theatre Three, tucked between Cedar Springs Road and McKinney Avenue, but most everything else about the 1960s-era development has changed.<\/p>\n
Michelin inspectors could have a field day at all five of the new restaurants here: Next door is Written By the Seasons, which has a Bishop Arts District sister restaurant that was Recommended by Michelin in 2024. Next to it is Two Hands, an Australian cafe with an emphasis on healthful food and sustainability. Across the pedestrian walk will be Mamani, a high-end restaurant opening this year from French chef Christophe De Lellis. Nearby is the mysterious Bread Club, from the same family operating Mamani.<\/p>\n
The Dallas Morning News named three of these five restaurants on a list of most exciting newcomers in 2025. All seem worthy of a look, once open. Domodomo K\u014d\u2019s aura is quiet confidence. The restaurant is flush with neural woods and cream-colored drapes, an impartial setting for what will become a colorful meal.<\/p>\n
Beyond the $135 per-person tasting menu, customers are asked two more questions about food: Do you want to add $35 for an entree of A5 Wagyu? (Yes.) And do you want a handroll stuffed to the ends with caviar, also another $35? (Maybe.) The A5 add-on is a juicy portion of marbled beef, the kind of bite that makes you close your eyes to savor it. Alongside it, diners are offered a plate with six teeny dabs: chrysanthemum puree, yuzu tofu, fresh wasabi, kimchee and more.<\/p>\n
Caviar fanatics might desire the cart rolled out for tableside service. General manager John Yoo digs into a big tin, producing scoops of the good stuff that get slathered inside a sling of seaweed. It\u2019s outrageous. Is it worth paying extra for? That depends on how much you like salty, indulgent caviar. Domodomos elsewhere are best-known for their handrolls, and a series of seaweed-wrapped fish in Dallas land in course five.<\/p>\n
Served in bowls that unstack like Russian dolls, Domodomo K\u014d\u2019s sushi and hand roll course felt like a feast unto itself. The delicate uni handroll will be a highlight for some; for me, it was the simpler bites of madai and shima aji. Pickles on the side were a nice palate cleanser. Dinner for now ends with two desserts, a sticky and sweet pudding and a seafoam green popsicle that\u2019s worth experiencing instead of explaining here.<\/p>\n
This restaurant, I couldn\u2019t help but think as I left, is one reason Michelin belongs in Texas. Domodomo K\u014d is at 2681 Howell St., Dallas. Dinner only. Closed Sundays and Mondays. Dinner costs $135 per person, with up to $70 in optional upcharges for A5 Wagyu and caviar. Optional wine and sake pairings run $95 to $185 per person.<\/p>\n
The savory portion of dinner at Domodomo K\u014d in Dallas ends with scallop risotto. It’s the only dish at the Dallas restaurant that’s not gluten-free. Domodomo made its name selling handrolls. They’re on the menu at the new Dallas restaurant, but there’s so much more to the seven-course tasting.<\/p>\n
The restaurant is part of a new development in the Uptown area of Dallas, which is home to several other new restaurants, including Written By the Seasons, Two Hands, Mamani, and the mysterious Bread Club. The area is quickly becoming a hub for foodies and those looking to try new and exciting dishes. With its unique combination of Japanese and Korean flavors, Domodomo K\u014d is sure to be a standout in the area.<\/p>\n
In addition to its tasting menu, Domodomo K\u014d also offers an optional wine and sake pairing for $95 to $185 per person. The pairing features a selection of wines and sakes that are carefully chosen to complement each course of the meal. For those looking to try something new and exciting, the wine and sake pairing is a great option.<\/p>\n
Domodomo K\u014d is a restaurant that is sure to impress even the most discerning diners. With its unique combination of Japanese and Korean flavors, its carefully crafted tasting menu, and its extensive wine and sake list, it is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to try something new and exciting. Whether you are a foodie or just looking for a special night out, Domodomo K\u014d is sure to deliver.<\/p>\n
In conclusion, Domodomo K\u014d is a restaurant that is not to be missed. Its unique combination of Japanese and Korean flavors, its carefully crafted tasting menu, and its extensive wine and sake list make it a standout in the Dallas dining scene. With its quiet confidence and impartial setting, it is the perfect place to try something new and exciting. Whether you are a foodie or just looking for a special night out, Domodomo K\u014d is sure to deliver.<\/p>\n
Q: What is the price of the tasting menu at Domodomo K\u014d?<\/p>\n
A: The tasting menu at Domodomo K\u014d costs $135 per person, with optional upcharges for A5 Wagyu and caviar.<\/p>\n
Q: Is the restaurant open for lunch and dinner?<\/p>\n
A: No, Domodomo K\u014d is only open for dinner. It is closed on Sundays and Mondays.<\/p>\n
Q: Does the restaurant offer a wine and sake pairing?<\/p>\n
A: Yes, Domodomo K\u014d offers an optional wine and sake pairing for $95 to $185 per person.<\/p>\n
Q: Is the restaurant gluten-free?<\/p>\n
A: Almost. The only dish that is not gluten-free is the scallop risotto.<\/p>\n
Q: Can I make a reservation at Domodomo K\u014d?<\/p>\n
A: Yes, reservations can be made by calling the restaurant or booking online.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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