What to order at KYU

Must order
Duck-fat fried rice and the charred cauliflower with shishito-herb dressing.
Signature dishes
Duck-fat fried rice, Charred cauliflower, Brisket bao buns
Editor tip
Walk-ins seat fastest at the central bar with a view of the wood grill; book the dining room two weeks out.
CuisineAsian Wood-fire
Price$$$
NeighborhoodWynwood
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Location

Address: 251 NW 25th St, Miami, FL 33127

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