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Every time I walk by, I see a huge line for this place so I came here for lunch. Even though there's a reservation system and an estimated wait time, it's not accurate. Ours said 30 min and turned out to be just over an hour. Although, we did go around the time it opened. The galbijjim was sweeter than I expected. I've never had sweet, spicy galbijjim and although I didn't love it initially, it grew on me. Loved ithe ingredients, especially the pumpkin. Also tried the popular cod roe omelet. It was good with the wasabi sauce, but I think it's a bit overhyped. It was a good pair to balance out the flavorful galbijjim. Because the restaurant was so busy and cramped, servers were walking through fast and constantly. It did feel a bit like we were rushed and pressured to leave so other people could come in. We were there for maybe 20-30 minutes and decided to just pack our food. I would love to try again during an off peak hour.
A local hot spot for Korean food with an in person reservation through their kiosk. Lots of people inside and waited around 1.5 hours. Great variety of food and service. Tofu rice - complementary, clean start to the meal Spicy galbi jjim - sweet, meat is tender, love the rice claw and squash White/eggplant rice - eggplant rice has great seasonings Banchan - love the assortment Handmade mandu - soft skin, meaty on inside Mini bossam - balance of tender and fatty meat Spicy seafood rice cake - chewy rice cakes Spicy seafood tofu stew - spicy, savory Buckwheat pancake - different than typical Korean pancakes, onion-y Perilla seed tofu stew - very unique flavor, almost nutty Cod roe omelet - soft, simple
The wait at this place is long but worth it! With it being next to Ktown you have time to explore while waiting for your seats. The service was fast and attentive. The crab roe omelette was delicious and our table's favorite. The japchae and octopus with beef were also tasty, the portions were a bit small though. We also ordered their cold noodles which unexpectedly had like a peanut butter watery sauce. It was okay, not a favorite of ours and a bit bland. Their tofu stew was also interesting as the texture of the tofu was really broken up. It was tasty, but the texture wasn't for me. Overall pretty good, but would def want to try other dishes.
We ate here our last night in New York. My only regret was not going earlier because I would have returned for a second time. Food was delicious. Staff were friendly. There is a long wait but you can put your name down and walk around. You can track when you're close to being called. Definitely will return next time I'm in NYC.
Came here with a friend and we were lucky to visit in the afternoon and got a table right away. The food definitely lived up to the hype. I especially loved the tofu--even the complimentary tofu side dish was delicious, and the tofu stew was excellent as well. The spicy galbi jjim was the highlight. The beef short ribs were incredibly tender, flavorful, and the portion was huge. We ended up taking a lot home. We also tried the popular eggplant rice dish, which was good but not as impressive as the galbi jjim. The rice wine was smooth and easy to drink, making it perfect for the two of us. Overall, a great meal, and I'd definitely recommend this place.
Longish wait (~45min). Great service. They ran out of the complimentary tofu for the table, but our tofu-based dishes were delicious. The house-made fresh tofu for which the establishment is known is more flavorful and dense than packaged tofu, and that which is used in most other restaurants. Banchan was very good, but more is always preferred. Here they provided five as the standard: radish kimchi, potatoes, fish cake, seaweed, and sesame-braised spinach (new to me). We requested cabbage kimchi and the server brought us a generous heap. Rice is extra charge, but they serve in a cook pot.
I understand the hype around it. The galbijjim is incredible and reminiscent of a comfort meal, the bibimbap is pretty standard, and the bossam was swell. Took my non-Korean friends and they were in awe! Cheers!
The best tofu stew I've ever had!! The first time I came here, I came back the same day for dinner! Delicious! I really like the flavoring of their tofu, especially in the small dish. It tastes sweet and the texture is just right. The tofu in the stew is so soft and fluffy. The soup flavor is also simply delicious! They have a lunch special, where you get a small protein (e.g. bulgogi) and a small stew for $20. Overall, I think it's pretty good price! Cant wait to come back aga
Waited for dinner here on a weekday evening, was quoted 45min to an hour but ended up waiting nearly 1.5 hours instead. It was overall good, but I was expecting a bit more given all the hype and the wait time. Favorites dishes were the banchan and the shrimp pancakes. The CDG spicy chicken was a bit disappointing, mostly just gochujang in flavor. Would come back, but not for a wait. There are definitely other places that serve just as good Korean in the area.
Our friend highly recommended this place. It is Michelin recommended. Walk in only, no reservation, but you can put your name in the Yelp waitlist inside the restaurant. We probably waited for a good 60-90min around 1pm on Sunday Luckily, there's 6 of us, so we can share many different dishes. The server and ppl are so nice. We ordered: Cold Roe omelet Mini Bossam Kalbi Jim Spicy seafood tofu stew Perilla seed tofu stew Eggplant rice Handmade Mandu Spicy seafood rice cake Korean buckwheat pancake Comes with complimentary of banchan and plain soon tofu dish The place was packed. Non stop waiting in line. We truly like this place from the food to the service.
The line was out the door on a Sunday before opening time, which I learned was due to Cho Dang Gol's recent listing on the NYT 100 best restaurants. But I had come here because they are the only restaurant in the city serving a unique dish, 메밀전 (buckwheat pancakes). Despite the cultural importance of 메밀 (buckwheat) to Korea as a whole, ironically it is hard to find the famous dishes that employ it. In Korea, there are specific outlets that focus on it - in addition to pancakes, you'll also often find 메밀국수, a thick noodle that ends up tasting like a cross between udon and soba. The rendition of the pancake done here is phenomenal, with a beautiful layering of chives and eggplant inside the pancake, served with a vinegar-based sauce on the side. And while I came here solely in search of this dish, I had to try some of the tofu stews they're famous for. The 들깨순두부 (perilla seed soondubu) had a delicious grainy texture with silky tofu and small chunks of tteok inside for good measure. Most of the NYT 100 best list is b.s., but this spot is worth the hype and line!
I'm still thinking about my DELISH meal!! I came for lunch (12-2:30pm), since their lunch sets are ONLY $20!! You can't find deals like that in nyc, esp for a Michelin Bib Gourmand spot! I joined the waitlist upon my 12:40pm arrival and waited ~30 min for my table to be ready. I ordered the Combo Set D, which is their mini seafood & scallion pancake with a mini stew - I chose their Spicy Kimchi & Beef Tofu Stew. Everything was SOO good! Firstly, their banchans/small plate starters were lovely. I especially enjoyed their homemade tofu, which is made in-house - SOO delectable! My Korean pancakes were perfectly fresh, crisp, and paired well with their sweet soy sauce! The Tofu Stew was the STAR, UGH YUM!! Staff were very attentive and refilled my banchans right away. They even offered me a plastic bib bc they saw I was wearing white! I can't wait to come back to try other items on their menu. Highly recommend!!
Vibe/ambiance: casual Service: standard Reservation: not available, but wait is ~30 mins to and hour Items ordered: Spicy seafood rice cakes: 8.5/10 Pork tofu: 8.6/10 Oyster tofu soup: 9.8/10
I finally got a chance to check out Cho Dang Gol, and I went for a lunch special. There was still a 30 min wait on a weekday lunch, just FYI. It felt nice inside, very practical but warm. My server was so sweet too! The lunch special is an incredible deal for $20. The banchan and tofu was good, nothing life-changing. I got the bulgogi + kimchi stew. I thought the bulgogi was good, nothing amazing, but the stew was so good. It was, I think, the best tofu stew I've had. Either way, the food was great and super worth it. I'd love to come back and try their special Galbi-Jim! read more
It was bustling and we had just arrived at opening, but luckily we were seated immediately. Even though it's busy, waiters were attentive. We went during the heat wave and not sure if there was ac. It's cute inside though. We had their lunch specials. Seafood soup with seafood pancake, bean curd soup with bulgolgi - unique to them - and bibimbap. Their seafood soup (tasted oceany) had a good kick and the pancake was pretty good. Overall, I've had better korean food on the west coast, but this just didn't wow me. Worth trying and seeing if you like it. read more
14 days ago
The experience was disappointing, particularly given that we arrived about 30 minutes before opening and were seated second. Despite being one of the first tables seated, the service felt oddly inconsistent. Tables that arrived after us were served their banchan and complimentary tofu dish before ours. We had to mention to our server that we didn't receive it that after some of our orders had already been brought out, that we received the tofu dish. The service continued to feel inattentive throughout the meal, with plates left on the table and not cleared in a timely manner. The food itself was also inconsistent. The bossam was particularly disappointing, as the meat was noticeably tough rather than tender. While the cod roe omelette and seafood tofu soup were phenomenal. Overall, the combination of service, slow table maintenance, and inconsistent food made for a disappointing experience. read more
26 days ago
Every time I walk by, I see a huge line for this place so I came here for lunch. Even though there's a reservation system and an estimated wait time, it's not accurate. Ours said 30 min and turned out to be just over an hour. Although, we did go around the time it opened. The galbijjim was sweeter than I expected. I've never had sweet, spicy galbijjim and although I didn't love it initially, it grew on me. Loved ithe ingredients, especially the pumpkin. Also tried the popular cod roe omelet. It was good with the wasabi sauce, but I think it's a bit overhyped. It was a good pair to balance out the flavorful galbijjim. Because the restaurant was so busy and cramped, servers were walking through fast and constantly. It did feel a bit like we were rushed and pressured to leave so other people could come in. We were there for maybe 20-30 minutes and decided to just pack our food. I would love to try again during an off peak hour. read more
A local hot spot for Korean food with an in person reservation through their kiosk. Lots of people inside and waited around 1.5 hours. Great variety of food and service. Tofu rice - complementary, clean start to the meal Spicy galbi jjim - sweet, meat is tender, love the rice claw and squash White/eggplant rice - eggplant rice has great seasonings Banchan - love the assortment Handmade mandu - soft skin, meaty on inside Mini bossam - balance of tender and fatty meat Spicy seafood rice cake - chewy rice cakes Spicy seafood tofu stew - spicy, savory Buckwheat pancake - different than typical Korean pancakes, onion-y Perilla seed tofu stew - very unique flavor, almost nutty Cod roe omelet - soft, simple read more
The wait at this place is long but worth it! With it being next to Ktown you have time to explore while waiting for your seats. The service was fast and attentive. The crab roe omelette was delicious and our table's favorite. The japchae and octopus with beef were also tasty, the portions were a bit small though. We also ordered their cold noodles which unexpectedly had like a peanut butter watery sauce. It was okay, not a favorite of ours and a bit bland. Their tofu stew was also interesting as the texture of the tofu was really broken up. It was tasty, but the texture wasn't for me. Overall pretty good, but would def want to try other dishes. read more
We ate here our last night in New York. My only regret was not going earlier because I would have returned for a second time. Food was delicious. Staff were friendly. There is a long wait but you can put your name down and walk around. You can track when you're close to being called. Definitely will return next time I'm in NYC. read more
Came here with a friend and we were lucky to visit in the afternoon and got a table right away. The food definitely lived up to the hype. I especially loved the tofu--even the complimentary tofu side dish was delicious, and the tofu stew was excellent as well. The spicy galbi jjim was the highlight. The beef short ribs were incredibly tender, flavorful, and the portion was huge. We ended up taking a lot home. We also tried the popular eggplant rice dish, which was good but not as impressive as the galbi jjim. The rice wine was smooth and easy to drink, making it perfect for the two of us. Overall, a great meal, and I'd definitely recommend this place. read more
2 months ago
Longish wait (~45min). Great service. They ran out of the complimentary tofu for the table, but our tofu-based dishes were delicious. The house-made fresh tofu for which the establishment is known is more flavorful and dense than packaged tofu, and that which is used in most other restaurants. Banchan was very good, but more is always preferred. Here they provided five as the standard: radish kimchi, potatoes, fish cake, seaweed, and sesame-braised spinach (new to me). We requested cabbage kimchi and the server brought us a generous heap. Rice is extra charge, but they serve in a cook pot. read more
2 months ago
I understand the hype around it. The galbijjim is incredible and reminiscent of a comfort meal, the bibimbap is pretty standard, and the bossam was swell. Took my non-Korean friends and they were in awe! Cheers! read more
The best tofu stew I've ever had!! The first time I came here, I came back the same day for dinner! Delicious! I really like the flavoring of their tofu, especially in the small dish. It tastes sweet and the texture is just right. The tofu in the stew is so soft and fluffy. The soup flavor is also simply delicious! They have a lunch special, where you get a small protein (e.g. bulgogi) and a small stew for $20. Overall, I think it's pretty good price! Cant wait to come back aga read more
Waited for dinner here on a weekday evening, was quoted 45min to an hour but ended up waiting nearly 1.5 hours instead. It was overall good, but I was expecting a bit more given all the hype and the wait time. Favorites dishes were the banchan and the shrimp pancakes. The CDG spicy chicken was a bit disappointing, mostly just gochujang in flavor. Would come back, but not for a wait. There are definitely other places that serve just as good Korean in the area. read more
Our friend highly recommended this place. It is Michelin recommended. Walk in only, no reservation, but you can put your name in the Yelp waitlist inside the restaurant. We probably waited for a good 60-90min around 1pm on Sunday Luckily, there's 6 of us, so we can share many different dishes. The server and ppl are so nice. We ordered: Cold Roe omelet Mini Bossam Kalbi Jim Spicy seafood tofu stew Perilla seed tofu stew Eggplant rice Handmade Mandu Spicy seafood rice cake Korean buckwheat pancake Comes with complimentary of banchan and plain soon tofu dish The place was packed. Non stop waiting in line. We truly like this place from the food to the service. read more
The line was out the door on a Sunday before opening time, which I learned was due to Cho Dang Gol's recent listing on the NYT 100 best restaurants. But I had come here because they are the only restaurant in the city serving a unique dish, 메밀전 (buckwheat pancakes). Despite the cultural importance of 메밀 (buckwheat) to Korea as a whole, ironically it is hard to find the famous dishes that employ it. In Korea, there are specific outlets that focus on it - in addition to pancakes, you'll also often find 메밀국수, a thick noodle that ends up tasting like a cross between udon and soba. The rendition of the pancake done here is phenomenal, with a beautiful layering of chives and eggplant inside the pancake, served with a vinegar-based sauce on the side. And while I came here solely in search of this dish, I had to try some of the tofu stews they're famous for. The 들깨순두부 (perilla seed soondubu) had a delicious grainy texture with silky tofu and small chunks of tteok inside for good measure. Most of the NYT 100 best list is b.s., but this spot is worth the hype and line! read more
3 months ago
I'm still thinking about my DELISH meal!! I came for lunch (12-2:30pm), since their lunch sets are ONLY $20!! You can't find deals like that in nyc, esp for a Michelin Bib Gourmand spot! I joined the waitlist upon my 12:40pm arrival and waited ~30 min for my table to be ready. I ordered the Combo Set D, which is their mini seafood & scallion pancake with a mini stew - I chose their Spicy Kimchi & Beef Tofu Stew. Everything was SOO good! Firstly, their banchans/small plate starters were lovely. I especially enjoyed their homemade tofu, which is made in-house - SOO delectable! My Korean pancakes were perfectly fresh, crisp, and paired well with their sweet soy sauce! The Tofu Stew was the STAR, UGH YUM!! Staff were very attentive and refilled my banchans right away. They even offered me a plastic bib bc they saw I was wearing white! I can't wait to come back to try other items on their menu. Highly recommend!! read more
19 days ago
Vibe/ambiance: casual Service: standard Reservation: not available, but wait is ~30 mins to and hour Items ordered: Spicy seafood rice cakes: 8.5/10 Pork tofu: 8.6/10 Oyster tofu soup: 9.8/10 read more
3 months ago
I'm one month post-Korea and I needed my bibimbap fix. I've been told this place is authentic and I believe it! We judge Korean restaurants by their banchan first, right? I thought it was excellent-- the tofu, broccoli, and fish cakes were my favorite. As for the bibimbap and the soy sauce it comes with, it was delicious and stayed hot the entire meal as it's in a hot pot. I will say though that I wish the rice wasn't so mushy. I would only come back for their lunch special on the weekdays since it gets pretty packed right when it opens on the weekends read more
My wife and I wanted to try out Cho Dang Goi, and it is worth all the hype it gets. We went around 4:30 to get in line so we could get in when they opened at 5:00. They were very fast with the complimentary side dishes. The tofu dish was warm and very comforting. The other sides were very good as well. We ordered the Cod Roe omelette, which I highly recommend. The Cod Roe was delicious! The green mayonnaise drizzled on top complimented it well. We also got the Spicy Galbi Jjim, which was amazing. The beef was so tender and the soup base gave the beef and veggies a very savory flavor. We also ordered Makgeolli rice wine which was very refreshing and went well with the entire dinner. Definitely go out of your way to eat here, their dishes are amazing and the wait staff is exceptional. read more
My new favorite restaurant in NYC! It's a Michelin Gourmand spot, which is very well-deserved. I came on a weekend for lunch and there was already a long line out the door by 11:45am (they open at 12pm and don't take reservations). We tried their famous cod roe omlette, the buckwheat pancake, and kimchi tofu stew. I'm usually not the biggest fan of fish egg dishes, but the cod roe omlette was the most delicious thing I've had in a long while! Super creamy and with the perfect slightly spicy green sauce on top. The meal comes with unlimited banchan which was also delicious! The kimchi tofu stew was also a highlight! It's one of my favorite Korean dishes, and every restaurant does it slightly differently. I felt that the quality of both the kimchi and tofu were exceptional here, and I couldn't put it down! Would highly recommend trying this spot at least once when you're in Koreatown! read more
comforting Korean food! My friends and I ordered food for takeout, so we avoided the lines... the beef and mushroom japchae was delicious and the best I've had! The meat was so well marinated. the spicy tofu stew was very good too. we got a few containers of rice in our order, super hot, so we knew it was fresh. we got a seafood pancake. that one did not travel well, and was soggy and had no crisp unfortunately. the beef bibimbap was good; not a standout to me. read more
I came in fully preparing myself to be let down after hearing so much high praise for CDG, but they really do live up to the hype! Even from the beginning, the tofu appetizer and banchan were already so good. The tofu tastes really clean, super soy bean-y and pure. But if you don't like tofu, you probably won't like this dish. My top three of the night were the cod roe omelet, mini bossam, and spicy kimchi tofu stew. The cod roe omelet was so fluffy, and the cod roe wasn't bitter at all which I kind of expected. It was super creamy and the sauce on top made it even better. I saw the mini bossam used to come with the salted shrimp, so I was kind of sad to see we didn't get any. But it was still really good! I'm usually not a big jalapeño fan, but it gave it the perfect kick paired alongside everything else. And the spicy kimchi tofu stew was so good. It was the perfect amount of spice for me, and so so flavorful. It was kind of salty, and I'm sure if I had a whole bowl to myself I'd be really thirsty. But for sharing amongst several people, it wasn't too bad. The only things I was neutral about were the bulgogi and the soybean curd stew. They were good, but just didn't stand out to me the way everything else did. The rice is an additional charge, but it's pretty essential to the meal. I like the bowl it comes in, because it makes the bottom crispy. But the texture reminded me a lot of Korean microwaveable instant rice, which I'm not as big a fan of. The service was really quick too. I was kind of impressed by how fast they brought out food, cleared any empty dishes, and rotated customers in and out. read more
1 month ago
Came by for lunch and the place was packed. It's a small restaurant but the turnover is fairly quick. We put out names on the waitlist and didn't have to wait too long. We tried the pork belly as an app and had the lunch combo with beef bulgogi and the oyster stew. They start you off their homemade tofu and with a bunch of banchan, which they are quick to refill if you finish it. The pork belly app was fine, but you need to eat it with all the accompaniments to have flavor. The bulgogi was standard. The oyster stew was a new try for me, and it was surprisingly rich and flavorful. Overall a nice korean meal. read more
Per my partner, Cho Dang Gol is his Korean best friend's all-time favorite Korean restaurant in the states. After having dinner here last night, I can see why. This was some of the best Korean food I've had, and there are plenty of options on the menu - perfect for sharing with a larger party. As a forewarning, waits for a table can take betwen 60-120 minutes. But that makes for a great opportunity to get light bites or drinks elsewhere. Standouts from CDG were the spicy galbi jim (not too spicy, for those like me who have low tolerance for heat) and mussel rice. The banchan here was also delicious. While waitstaff were scrambling to serve all the patrons, it was relaticely easy to flag them down for water and banchan refills. All to say, this place is popping and should be on your NYC hit list. read more
We waited an hour during one of the rainiest days I've ever been to NYC. The list moved pretty quickly. The food came out fast and pipping. The hot tea was so good after the freezing rain! We ordered plenty for 3 people including the kimchi soup, seafood rice cake, japcheas. My favorite was the spicy seafood rice cake! The restaurant is pretty small so prepared to squeezed if you have a big group. read more
Delicious food, been here a couple times when we visit NYC and it still remains top places to visit for me. The wait will be long if you come at peak hours, large parties and they don't seat you until your full party is there. We went right when it opened and got the spicy Kalbi tang, the small pork bossam and egg roll with roe filling. Each dish seemed to get better and better with the highlight being the Kalbi tang, spicy and sweet, tender pieces of short rib on the bone with rice cakes and cooked with various vegetables. That dish itself is worth the visit. They also give you a small bowl of their homemade tofu in its broth free. It's a hopping restaurant so if you're wanting to relax, it's probably not here. The ambiance is bustling. The servers are bali bali (fast) and the food is worth it! read more
If you don't get here early, you'll have to wait at least 1.5 hrs to get a table. Honestly, it's worth it though. They told us it would be about 1.5 hrs wait for 7 people and it was about that. It wasn't too bad though, we just sat outside and waited. When we got in, they gave us menus and then we split everything (that's the move in big groups honestly!). It is pretty loud, but you can still hear each other it you speak up. We ordered the cod roe omelette, kimchi stew, bulgogi, soybean stew, and bossam. They give you an appetizer of bean curd and while it doesn't look appetizing; it's really good. I was hesitant cause I don't like grainy things, but this was yummy. My favorites was the stews and cod roe omelette. The bossam was yummy, but I wished we had lettuce with it. Bulgogi was good, but nothing special. I'd go for lunch because they had a pretty solid lunch deal! read more
11 days ago
I had high expectations for this one as many people said this is the best Korean restaurant in New York. However, the galbijim was way too sweet. This just made the dish that is suppose to savory, something in between sweet and savory. On a positive note, I would recommend their cod roe omelette and spicy chicken as that was very good. read more
The tofu has a rich soybean taste. The kimchi biji has a balanced flavor with kimchi that brings a slight sourness but not too much, but enough to give flavor to the tofu stew. The oyster stew tastes really fresh too, if you want something simple but comforting this will be the pick. I like the way they make their steamed rice, it gives fluffy texture. Shrimp pancakes are solid, i can taste chunks of shrimp meat. I loooove their banchan. They refilled for us too. I can definitely eat a whole bowl of rice only with the banchan. The service was pretty good, they kept checking in with us and making sure everything was good. read more
I've visited CDG several times, and it never disappoints. The wait can be long, but adding your name early and exploring nearby keeps things easy--and the food is absolutely worth it. You're welcomed with complimentary tofu cooked in-house and a rotating seasonal banchan that sets the tone beautifully. What we ordered: * Spicy Galbi Jjim (5/5): Possibly the best in the city--perfectly tender meat in generous portions, especially divine with the accompanying rice, that we also ordered. * Cod Roe Omelette (5/5): A standout dish with subtly sweet egg and salty, umami-rich cod roe that balance each other perfectly. * Buckwheat Pancake (4.5/5): A unique, hearty complement to the Galbi Jjim--delicious fresh and even better reheated the next day, though a touch oily. The warm, homey Korean ambiance and kind service round out an experience that feels both comforting and consistently exceptional. read more
3 months ago
pretty good korean food! the wait is very long so be prepared to wait up to an hour on a weeknight. the banchan are really good, the fish was a bit too salty though. the fresh tofu tasted like a good fresh soy milk from china. the bibimbap is pretty regular, nothing to write home about. I wish the rice would have gotten crisped up at the bottom. service was great! the buckwheat pancake was very flavorful and crispy! read more
6 days ago
We got the dinner set and bossam and it was enough food for 4 people. The total came out to be around $150. For a Friday night, we had to wait 2.5 hrs which is not something I would normally do. The best part was the service. Staff is attentive and kind and they filled the empty banchans without us having to ask. I don't normally see that in Korean restaurants so that is amazing. Food was quite good as well. The Galbijjim had good flavor but probably could've been a bit more tender. The egg omelette was soft and tasty. The bossam was pretty good but I wish it came with pickled daikon or pickled cabbage(not kimchi) and the portion was small. Tofu pork soup was good! I would come here again as long as the wait is below 30 minutes. read more
It's always busy here but for good reason. I came right after 5 pm on a Wednesday and was quoted a 30 min wait for 1, but as soon as I stepped outside I got the text that my table was ready! Not sure how much easier/harder it is to dine with a group vs. solo but I've come many times alone and usually have to endure a short wait. By the time I was done with my meal, there was a sizable crowd outside waiting for tables. The service is attentive and quick, very well orchestrated for a no-fuss, efficient meal. They do check in and ask if you want refills on the side dish, which I always do. They always change up the banchan but on this day I had some simple vegetables, a radish (?) kimchi, fish cakes, a sampling of fresh tofu and a braised fish dish that blew me away. I ended up focusing on that more than the spicy seafood kimchi stew that I came for, which was warm and not too spicy and filled with a variety of shell fish. I may prefer this over the beef kimchi stew I usually get. You have the option of getting plain or eggplant rice with the soup, but I'd recommend just plain. The eggplant doesn't really go with the soup in my opinion, though it is a great dish in its own right. I will definitely be back, hopefully with a bigger group so I can try some of the large format dishes. read more
A perfect cold-weather meal! I stopped by this cozy spot for some comfort food. They don't take reservations, but as a solo diner, I was seated immediately. Even though the seating is family-style, they use a divider, so I still felt like I had my own space. I ordered the Spicy Seafood Tofu Stew with Eggplant Rice. The stew was incredibly hearty and flavorful, and the texture of the tofu was perfect. The eggplant rice was a delicious, unique pairing. They also bring out a huge spread of banchan with the stew, which made the meal feel like a feast. Highly recommend if you're looking for authentic, warming Korean food! read more
We went on a Thursday evening right around opening and was pleasantly surprised that we were able to walk in given the expected hype. The service was very attentive and the waiters were super nice! Not sure if they give bonchan refills cuz we were so full from the food. The restaurant itself was cozy and the layout had a row of connected 2-seater tables separated by a divider. The perilla seed tofu stew had a nice texture with the diced mushrooms and tofu. It was a bit salty but offsets nicely with the rice (which is $2 for a large bowl btw) The galbi jjim meat was so tender and fell off the bone! The soup itself had the sweet fragrance of dates. The seafood pancake was delicious and loaded with squid pieces. read more
We went after the blizzard in NY and thought it would be empty but we were so wrong haha. There was a wait but we were lucky enough to get a table within 20 minutes of queuing. Their tofu is housemade and is the star of their menu. Asides from their tofu dishes, you MUST try the cod roe omelette. 10/10! The wooden interior really felt like it transported me back to Korea. read more
Got there right at 11:00 and got the second to last table. Word of warning they won't seat your party until everyone is there so if someone in your party is habitually late you may have a long wait. Had the spicy seafood tofu stew which was amazing. Great banchan too. Reasonably priced too. read more
Update: I WAS WRONG!!! So glad I gave this place another chance. Upping my rating to 5 stars. Joined the waitlist on a Sunday in November at 12:28 pm, and my boyfriend and I were seated for lunch at 1:11 pm. We just shared the spicy tofu kimchi stew, which was sooo good. Added white rice for $2 and they gave us like a whole pot omfg. Banchan also rules - and free refills! It was the perfect amount of food for the two of us and I think we spent like $20 total... insane deal. Service was also super friendly. read more
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Will they be open on New Year's January 1st? I can't find their phone number to ask them.
Most likely they wouldn't be open 1/1/2025 I am eating there later on this week Will try to get you…
Does the restaurant add MSG in most of their dishes? Or is it MSG-free?
Call the restaurant to make sure but I'm pretty sure it's MSG-free.
Would you be able to sit down 8 people together? Not sure how big the restaurant is!
Yes! It might be a wait but we had 7 seated and had another seat available.
Do they make reservations, i cant find a number to their place?
We are walk-in only. You are welcome to come in without any reservations!
Is there purple rice?
No purple rice, always white rice and a seasonal rice such as the eggplant chive rice (my favorite) or the mixed vegetable rice.
Do they have brown rice or mixed rice?
When we went they served white rice, but I believe you can order other types of rice (brown, e.g.).
I've heard great things about the Galbi Jjim and would like to try it when I eat here tonight, but it's a little pricey. Is this the type of dish you split?
Possible to split as long as you snag another dish although I have had the galbi jjim to myself and managed to finish it
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