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kō•än, Cary, NC

kō•än

4.6
4.6
935 Reviews
$31 to $50
Southeast Asian
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kō•än Public Table is a locally owned and operated casual-fine dining restaurant in Cary that is focused on fun, sharable food that celebrates the unsung heroes of Southeast Asian cuisine.
Our menu explores bright, adventurous flavors using local and seasonal ingredients. Highlights include delectable housemade dumplings, savory and comforting curries, a raw bar with a multitude of fresh seafood dishes and sushi, and a stunning pastry program with edible works of art. All of this comes together with an exquisite wine list, lively craft cocktails, and a uniquely curated sake selection.
Our spacious, zen-like dining rooms, private event spaces, two patios and warm, thoughtful service will make your experience with us truly special.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Southeast Asian, Asian, Dessert
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (919) 677-9229
  • Website
    https://www.koancary.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Sarah Kenney
  • Catering
    We want to cater your special event! Please call or email us to speak with a manager regarding your needs. We look forward to hearing from you. 919-677-9229 , info@koancary.com
  • Private party facilities
    We would love to host your special party or private event! We look forward to creating a unique and memorable dining experience for you and your guests. We have numerous private spaces available and we would be excited to customize a menu that specifically suits your event. We look forward to working with you! info@koancary.com , 919-677-9229
  • Private party contact
    Katherine Darden: (919) 834-6963
  • Location
    2800 Renaissance Park Place, Cary, NC 27513
  • Neighborhood
    Cary
  • Cross street
    Located in Cary at the intersection of Harrison Ave and Weston Pkwy
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 935 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

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935 Reviews

  1. Alex

    Raleigh

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on July 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great spot for a date, wonderful food, and the staff is absolutely fantastic

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  2. BethW

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 23, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Great ambiance, good food, wine a little pricey. But will keep it on my list.

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  3. AWen

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 23, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience3
    I was disappointed that the food was not nearly as good as I have had here in the past. The bread on the lobster buns did not taste fresh. The cauliflower was not nearly as good as it had been in the past. The florets were too large. The sauce was not sweet enough. We had the BBQ beef bowl; however, the vegetables did not taste fresh. The kimchi seemed to be doused in sambal instead of fermented. The eggplant and zucchini were just awful, and the rice was overcooked. The service team appeared to be working very hard, but also seemed overwhelmed. It took far too long for our drinks to come to the table. I was really disappointed because this has been one of my favorite places to dine in the area.

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  4. JeanC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was fairly new, but perfectly attentive and helpful.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I loved this place, it’s a good place for u birthday or any special day.

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  6. KasiaP

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Impromptu visit while out shopping. My kids and I have an affinity for Asian cuisine and this was a perfect choice. I ate from the small plates section. All enjoyed their meal!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The cauliflower small plate is amazingly delicious

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Baja California Sur

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious. We tried several small plates. Our favorite was the cauliflower. The staff made great suggestions. Will be going back.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love the outdoor seating and fab food and perfect service! Get the cauliflower app!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on June 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was elegant and exquisite and the server couldn’t have been more enthralling in her delivery and interchange.

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  11. Marc

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 31, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Have been to KoAn in its variety of incarnations for a few years now and think it's as good today as it ever has been. I'd personally steer people towards the big plates as I think they are superior to the smaller plates. Some of the better versions of somewhat traditional southeast asian dishes to be found anywhere in the triangle.

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  12. Coomome

    Raleigh

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of our favorite restaurants! Always great service and always phenomenal food!

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Had lovely dessert and small plates— portions were reasonable and food was excellent. The kombucha is not house made, but their seasonal offering was tasty and light. Service was excellent— very understanding and yielding.

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  14. MichelleR

    Raleigh

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was nice sitting on the patio. The waitress cared about my dietary restrictions and talked with the chef.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service was outstanding. The outdoor seating is very nice. Thank you Mark!

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  16. JacquelineN

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience1
    Mother’s Day was ruined. Reservations for 2:30 PM and we were told they were closing and we could not have coffee or dessert. In addition, we had to constant swat flies away from out plates. Definitely not worth the $200+ experience!

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  17. Tzvi

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    The brunch menu was a little dissapointing, Small selection. Most dishes were too spicy for our party.

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wife loved it would go back in a second Food and ambiance loved it

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was great! Cocktails were great. Had a lovely time all around. Would come back!

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  20. PeterM

    Raleigh

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It's been a while since we've been here. We came to get sushi but discovered a new, smaller, more focused menu (and no sushi bar). The food was fantastic! We shared the HAMACHI CRUDO and SALMON CARPACCIO to start. Great, light combo. We shared the large plate KOREAN BIBIMBAP (grilled hanger steak, steamed rice, egg, kimchi, gochujang, collards) as the entree. Served medium rare to perfection. Amazing flavors. So good! For dessert, we had what they call STRAWBERRY (mascarpone custard, almond, balsamic geleé, basil seeds, sesame tuile, brown butter sherbet). Not heavy, nice way to top things off. We'll be back soon.

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  21. RichardR

    Raleigh

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food once again! 9 business folks met and this was our second dinner and once again fantastic!!

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  22. HansA

    Raleigh

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Had to deal with a couple of fly’s all night. Was annoying. Otherwise good food, service and atmosphere.

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  23. Michelle

    Wilmington

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Wait staff was fantastic! Only her second day on the job yet she was well informed. Excellent evening.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall3food5service2ambience4
    Though the food was mostly excellent, the service was lackluster, and there were several times where we were left waiting 20-30 mins for small plates (some of which never came) though the restaurant was not even near capacity. Beyond that, some people in our party were given meals with ingredients that they were allergic to, even though we clarified the allergy situation several times before ordering. In the end, we were there for around an hour longer than we would have liked waiting for food or corrections on our meals.

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    Key West

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall3food1service4ambience4
    Every dish we had was over spiced and seasoned. The only thing that was decent was the fingerling potatoes and champagne.

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  26. BobbieR49

    Raleigh

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    Some dishes were excellent with balanced and interesting flavors. Other dishes were harshly seasoned to my taste. Menu is interesting and I would definitely go back to try other items.

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  27. luv2dine

    Raleigh

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always delivers excellent food and service. Would definitely recommend

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  28. ShawnB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great small and large plates. Drinks were strong and tasty. Desert is the only thing we disliked. Cool ambience.

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  29. SilviaG

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good food and ambiance. We ordered a couple of dishes and they did not disappoint

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best dessert I have ever eaten! We can’t wait to come back!

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our meal was wonderful beginning with the generously portioned small plates - the cauliflower recommended by our server was outstanding . The space is beautiful and relaxing with great service. We never felt rushed and the server helped guide us on the entree choices which were unfamiliar to us - the korean bbq was delicious. It was a birthday celebration for our party and we enjoyed the interesting taste profiles of the creme brûlée and the liquid chocolate for dessert.

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  32. stephanieca

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was delicious. We got 5 different small plates, which were all stellar. Then we each ordered dessert—my so thought “this dessert better be amazing for this price”. He was not disappointed.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    The manager, Brandy, is hands on and friendly. Terrific!

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food, kind service. We got oir food pretty fast, the place is beautiful.

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience3
    I went for my birthday and made a reservation ahead of time but got stuck at a bar high top and then ignored by our server. The staff in general was very nice but I think we saw our actual server twice. Wouldn’t recommend going for your birthday or special occasion but the small plates were great. The sushi was on the warmer side, which I didn’t think much of at the time, until my stomach was displeased later that evening.

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  36. GianinaG

    Seattle

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    We battled fruit flies the entirety of our visit. The hamachi crudo was not our favorite, but our main dishes were good and the cookies are to die for.

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  37. AJandBay

    Greensboro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Me and my partner had an amazing experience from when we first walked through the door. Everyone is very friendly, welcoming and accommodating. They are very attentive and will constantly make sure your needs are meet. The food was delicious and the presentation was outstanding. I would recommend everyone to check this establishment out.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience3
    They were more interested in closing down at 8:45pm rather than providing drinks and deserts to our large party.

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  39. DanielleB

    Raleigh

    7 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    The food is very expensive for extremely tiny portions. The menu would benefit from broader protein options.

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  40. Fisher

    Charlotte

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From beginning to end, it was a complete and outstanding dining experience. Our server had great suggestions and had perfect timing for bringing out each course. The food itself was Michelin star worthy. Each dish was an elevated version of itself. The flavors crafted into each bite were simply amazing. The attention to detail was impeccable. The desserts were pure art with each piece perfectly placed. The flavors were out of this world. We had the Tuna Truffle Roll, Mandu Crispy Dumplings, Crispy Katsu sandwich, Korean BBQ, Thai Red Curry and for dessert was Carrot Cake, Liquid Chocolate and a special plate that the Chef put together himself for our son’s birthday. The ambiance, low noise level and outside patio dining all added to our great experience. We will definitely go back and would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

  • Physical distancing

    • Distancing maintained in common areas

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from kō•än using the Order Online button. kō•än also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (919) 677-9229.

kō•än is rated 4.6 stars by 935 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for kō•än

2800 Renaissance Park Place, Cary, NC 27513

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Located in Cary at the intersection of Harrison Ave and Weston Pkwy
  • Neighborhood
    Cary
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Southeast Asian, Asian, Dessert
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Sarah Kenney
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.koancary.com/
  • Phone number
    (919) 677-9229
  • Catering
    We want to cater your special event! Please call or email us to speak with a manager regarding your needs. We look forward to hearing from you. 919-677-9229 , info@koancary.com
  • Private party facilities
    We would love to host your special party or private event! We look forward to creating a unique and memorable dining experience for you and your guests. We have numerous private spaces available and we would be excited to customize a menu that specifically suits your event. We look forward to working with you! info@koancary.com , 919-677-9229
  • Private party contact
    Katherine Darden: (919) 834-6963

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