The magical and delectable restaurant JK by Chef King has been a favorite among crowds for the last couple of years, bringing a touch of the dramatic and special flair to both the ambiance of the restaurant as well as the cocktails and menu. It provides the eclectic and vibrant atmosphere that all the hip and trendy folks want for selfies and Instagram worthy reels and photos. Tucked in the corner of the building, the outside only gives you a hint of the magic inside.

The restaurant was opened in the summer of 2023 by Josh Balan and Chef Kingshuk Dey. The JK stands for Josh and King, who first met in London. According to their website, “JK will take you on a Modern Asian culinary journey with focus on friendly but highly attractive service. You will experience an artful ambiance, as though you are seated in a beautifully curated garden.”

Which is an understatement really, when you are seated underneath the colorful boughs of a giant faux wisteria tree in full bloom, adorned with ever changing colorful lanterns.

The cocktails offered are unique and packed with flavors and of course are beautiful as well. They even have one that can be ordered with a ring of fire, perfect for those special occasions or just for a fun night out. The Lavender haze is not only beautiful, but rich and layered with lavender flavors. The Hibiscus Royal is served with a frozen hibiscus flower inside.

The menu is set up to encourage family type dining, where you can order several dishes and share them with the whole table. However, they also offer full entrees that can be enjoyed alone as well. The JK Hummus was especially fantastic with a rich garlic spiciness that tickled the tastebuds. The Chicken & Truffle Dumplings, Lobster & Shrimp Shumai, Truffle ponzu, Crispy Rice Tuna and Bacon & Kimchi fried rice were also all delightful. I doubt anything on the menu would disappoint.

Lobster & Shrimp Shumai with chili jam and sesame soy.

JK Hummus with toasted pita bread, Bang Bang Salad

And of course they offer an assortment of desserts to choose from, including the JK Fruit Basket, made for sharing. This offering of fresh fruits and desserts comes loaded with a “smoking” bowl for a dramatic flair, creating a waterfall of smoke that cascades from the table and creates a magical experience.

Not only do they have the magical ambience and menu to create a fine dining experience, but they also host live music and special events, including a drag brunch with bottomless mimosas. You can find out more about the restaurant as well as make reservations on their website at www.JKrestaurants.com. If you haven’t been there yet, you are definitely missing out. Check out their Instagram page to see more beautiful photos of their offerings.

The Magic of JK by Chef King