New York - Restaurants - Korean

766 Washington Ave., New York 11238
718-360-1839

Kimchi Grill

Phillip Lee opens a permanent storefront for his beloved taco truck. Clean, minimalist space, a few tables to eat a quick bite. Same tasty offerings as the rig: BBQ short rib tacos, kimchi burrito ... read more

6 St. Marks Pl., New York 10003
212-533-5363

NY Tofu House

Healthy Korean spot opens in former bathhouse. Super-simple dining room, brick and plaster on the walls, pop music soundtrack. Owner Steve Kim takes pride in his open kitchen. Plenty of tofu option... read more

8 W. 36th St., New York 10001
212-290-2211

Kristalbelli

K-pop BBQ joint from Seoul star J.Y. Park. More upscale than your usual K-Town meat slinger, with elaborate venting to keep you from smelling like an apartment fire. Kristalbelli = super-heated cry... read more

321 W. 44th St., New York 10036
646-692-9115

Gyu-Kaku

This is a chain, to be sure, but still: points for style. Sleek and modern with plenty of room. Grab the bull by the horns, as the name suggests, and be your own Benihana chef. Charcoal grills and ... read more

312 Fifth Ave., New York 10001
212-268-7888

Dong Chun Hong

Korean-style Chinese will get you out of your General Tso and egg roll rut. Seoul-based export delivers fusion of the best of two cuisines. Dumplings aplenty to start things off, joined by jellyf... read more

2 Harrison St., New York 10013
212-219-0900

Jungsik

If K-Town and EMP had a child. Contemporary Korean best enjoyed as a five-course tasting menu. Food doubles as art as you tour through arugula sorbet, spicy clams with rice, crispy snapper, and por... read more

346 W. 52nd St., New York 10019
212-586-2880

Danji

Former Daniel and Masa hand applies French technique to Korean flavor. Menu divides into traditional and modern. Kimchi pancakes and japchae cover comfort food cravings. Steak tartare with Kor... read more

456 Hudson St., New York 10014
212-414-2929

Takashi

Cow palace. Beef bits you never imagined eating served to you raw. Korean take on Japanese yakiniku has you grilling it yourself right at the table. Chow down on three different parts of cow stomac... read more

319 Fifth Ave., New York 10016
212-696-0150

Kyochon

Bon Chon, get ready for a Korean fried chicken throwdown. K-Town fringe the first Manhattan location of chain with over a thousand branches. I.e., these guys are pros. Crisp, hot, flavorful chicken... read more

1314 Cortelyou Rd., New York 11226
718-940-8188

Purple Yam

Husband-and-wife owners turned to Brooklyn when the rent tripled for their Soho restaurant Cedrillon. Different borough, same Filipino/pan-Asian cuisine. Small plates of eclectic dishes: noodles, h... read more

4 W. 22nd St., New York 10010
212-229-2226

Sagaponack Bar & Grill

Hamptons village provides inspiration for Flatiron charmer. Unoppressive nautical theme, swank chandeliers, marble, wainscoting. There's fresh fish, of course, but menu also swings Korean. West Coa... read more

314 Fifth Ave., New York 11354
212-221-2222

Mad for Chicken

M4C ain't no KFC -- former Bonchon still brings the chicken goodness. Nondescript staircase leads up to slice of Korean pop lunacy. Delicious soy-garlic fried chicken only the beginning, also glowi... read more

9 St. Marks Pl., New York 10003
212-228-2887

Boka

K-Town elbows its way into prime St. Marks izakaya territory. Former Fuego space shifts from Spanish dungeon to urban zen. Low, minimal basement finished in bamboo ceilings, exposed brick and concr... read more

206 Garfield Pl., New York 11215
718-499-8092
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Moim

Haute Korean comes to the Slope. Sleek space with black-brick walls, mounted platters, dark wood trim. Authentic K-Town flavors without midtown/Flushing hassles. Kimchee everywhere, natch, with por... read more

207 Second Ave., New York 10003
212-777-7773

Momofuku Ssäm Bar

Wunderkind chef David Chang spins off smash hit Momofuku Noodle Bar. Artisanal ingredients class up burritos instead of ramen. Bibb lettuce or flour pancakes (known as ssäm in Korean) wrap org... read more

199 Grand St., New York 11211
718-782-1424

Dokebi Korean BBQ Bar & Grill

Korean goodness without the trip to midtown -- or Flushing. Puts out an authentic menu, with homemade dumplings and kimchees, plus pajeon pancakes, bibimbop, stews, and stir-fries. DIY BBQ, Korean-... read more

2 W. 32nd St., New York 10001
212-279-3075

Mandoo Bar

It's all about the dumplings, man: delicious, copious, cheap, crazy multi-colored Korean dumplings stuffed with various goodies. Long, narrow rectangle layout has some design-y touches too. Young K... read more

55 Carmine St., New York 10011
212-414-1224

Do Hwa

Do Hwa, what! Modern, atmospheric, zen-inspired space. Pass the narrow bar, with its cuke-based cocktails, and into surprisingly large dining room. Tarantino invested in this spot, so bring your ow... read more

253 Church St., New York
212-334-4598

Kori

Tranquil, modern spot equally adept at Korean BBQ and ginger kamikazes. Rust-colored walls and flickering candles; impress your date by ordering Yook Hwe and San Chae. Crazy array of hotpots served... read more

49 W. 32nd St., New York 10001
212-967-0909

Kum Gang San

Think Disneyland Korea, though with much better food. Arguably the city’s top bi bim bop. Personal tabletop barbecues always a hit. Short ribs a must. Gaudy décor, heavy plastic, bi-le... read more

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