This place blew my mind and exceeded all expectations! I left making another reservation right away. Service is too tier and they have a lovely indoor dining space where you take your shoes off and sit in lowered tables with feet in a carved space under the table. They offer pre-fixed meal for $95 but I'd recommend getting al a carte. Their fried apps are perfection and come in huge portions, I would not attempt this w/o three people minimum. The fried mushrooms are magical with the pineapple gochugaru sauce, the crispy cauliflower is also fantastic and a bit smaller of a portion for two to share. The hot stone bowls are a must! I would return just for the mushroom truffle bowl, which are so savory and have a tender texture with crispy rice at the bottom. We also got the zen noodles, which were like a bibimbap with hot buckwheat noodles. Also highly recommend the kimbap platter, it is a perfect combo of different saucy options. For drinks, the ginger apple latte is a lovely and spicy option for fall, the Shissandra Chinesis herbal tea was also so refreshing. This place is a crowd pleaser whether you are vegetarian, vegan or not. Bring all your friends and enjoy some of the best Korean food you'll ever have. read more

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Fully vegetarian Korean restaurant with the cutest vibes!! They have a very traditional feel -- you take off your shoes to enter, they take your coats, and you're seated on the floor but they have holes under the tables so you can sit comfortably like on a chair (if that makes sense lol). There was such a HUGE selection of dishes, we had a hard time deciding what to get. Food was delicious for real, especially and unexpectedly the spicy baby dumplings. read more

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I went back here with another person recently and we each ordered the Emperor's Tasting Menu which is $99 a person which isn't that cheap especially for vegetarian/vegan food but it is elevated and some of the dishes were excellent but not enough for me to pay that much again. For instance, the spicier dishes definitely were not in the slightest which was a little bit disappointing with some dishes also being a tad sweet. We were sat in the front which has the benefits of not sitting on those mats but I felt that it was less of a unique experience compared to last time and I would say that it felt also less relaxing inside than years ago as I remember the lighting being brighter among other things. To drink, she had a Jasmine Green Tea for $7 which they offered hot water whenever it was getting low and I had Shissandra Chinesis which is also known as omija-cha which is a lightly sweet and lightly sour fruit tea which contains almonds. The menu consists of the following- Starters Wild Sesame Congee- tofu, scallion, pine nuts, and wild sesame oil This was a small but very tasty little juk. The sesame flavor added a strong nuttiness but it wasn't overpowering even with the added sesame oil while the pine nuts as well as the scallion; both fried and normal; added good textures. I wouldn't mind a whole bowl of this and this reiterated the fact that some of their best dishes are their porridges. Overall great/excellent. & Acorn Jelly With Dandelions and Sesame Leaves- chili sesame dressing Nice little composed salad which partially reminded me of a fancier version of the general salads you find in many Japanese spots which come with other dishes. Good crunch in here with the dried seaweed being a nice touch. The sesame dressing could have used a bit more spice. This was good/fine. Appetizers- Holiday Appetizer Plate- eggplant croquette, stuffed jicama in bean curd skin, and mini kimchi bites The three bites in this had a good mix of textures. The stuffed jicama was easily my favorite with the soft bouncy bean curd skin/yubu being a good contrast to the jicama texture and there was an also an earthy sauce made of I believe perilla which was a good touch. The mini kimchi bite had a good texture though the creamy sauce was a bit powerful. The eggplant croquette was on top of a pineapple chili sauce was a tad sweet for my liking. Overall good with the jicama being excellent, the mini kimchi bite being good, and the croquette being alright. & Emperor's Rolls Simply listed as this, the closest thing I can think of for this dish would be a ssam though with wraps instead of the usual lettuce. This had three types of wraps (beets/spinach/squash I believe) as well as mixed seasonal veggies which had a mix of mushrooms, spinach, and some other wintery vegetables. There was also a sauce on the side made from pineapple juice and some other stuff which added some much extra brightness and I wish there was more of it. I think also perilla leaves would be a good addition to add an extra texture and flavor. This was okay but needed more textures. Mains- Braised Tofu With Charred Scallions and Sweet Chili- sake onion sauce The tofu had excellent texture while the sauce had some sweetness and some spiciness. The mix of greens added some needed crunch as the tofu was soft. This was easily my favorite dish of the night and I would highly recommend it. or Maitake Mushroom Stone Bowl Rice With Raspberry Wine Chili Sauce- maitake, other mushrooms, gingko nuts and cauliflower served with multigrain rice As per before, the dolsot bibimbap here are just alright. The veggies are fresh and the gingko nuts added some good flavor but I honestly think a regular gochujang is better than the sauce they used as the sweetness just wasn't a good accompaniment. They also should give you water to make nurungji afterwards. This was OK. Side note that these these dishes were served with a water kimchi and a lightly spiced regular kimchi and both of them had a lighter ferment but I expected that for kimchi that lacks fish. Dessert Chef's Selection of Dessert This turned out to be ice cream with cocoa nibs and a matcha mousse cake. The ice cream was as per before really good especially for non-dairy while the matcha mousse cake was lightly bitter and satisfying. This was fine and honestly better than their Rhapsody signature dessert. For the price point, I would honestly skip the tasting menu and concentrate on what they do best which are the juk/porridge, the various mushroom dishes, the spicy rice cakes, and the braised tofu. The dishes aren't consistent enough or enough of a flavor bomb to justify the price point with some being a bit bland and there are Korean tasting menus for half the cost such as Odre which are more satisfying, more filling, and with more nuances. Low 3. read more

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Today David and I went for dinner and it was delicious. The food and service was excellent and the atmosphere was great. I have been a vegetarian for 61 years and this restaurant was just amazing. Sevice was quick and everything was perfect. I am so glad we heard about Hangawi. read more

I thought the second time around my experience will be better but Hangawi proves me wrong. The drinks are subpar and food lacks flavor. Period. The glasses weren't even clean and had lipstick marks on the rim. Gross! The only redeeming quality about Hangawi is the ambiance and the ritual of removing shoes at the door, sitting down barefoot, feet hanging in the empty space etc. read more

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My wife and I are always interested in highly rated vegetarian restaurants, partly for dietary reasons and partly because it's extra impressive to have a truly satisfying meatless meal. HanGawi appears on many lists of the city's best vegetarian restaurants, but for a long time, I could never quite convince myself that it was worth trying, given the not exactly inexpensive prices. It was, honestly, ageist of me -- the restaurant is 30 years old, and I assumed it had achieved legacy status on the aforementioned lists, kind of like how NYC has lots of high-end, old-school spots that Zagat endowed with stellar scores back in 2003 or whatever and then kept rating highly for the next decade, even after the spots had clearly been surpassed by newer places. But I finally booked a table -- a very low table, where you sit after removing your shoes -- because it sounded like a charming setting for my wife's birthday and it checked the vegetarian box that's especially important to her. Also, Korean fare has been having a moment in the city's dining zeitgeist, so it seemed sensible to patronize a pioneering place for Korea's distinctive and (until recently) underappreciated cuisine. Let me first say that HanGawi, despite being three decades old, isn't the least bit long in the tooth -- it's been kept up impeccably and feels like an oasis of tranquility amid the bustling karaoke bars of K-Town. The overall decor -- featuring colorful curtains between the tables and a built-in wooden wall of shoe cubbies -- is a real treasure. The aesthetic appeal extends to the tableware, such as stylish ceramic teacups, and even to the staff's attire, such as traditional slippers with elaborate ornamentation. The staff, btw, is really great, simultaneously professional and personable. As for the menu, it's mostly on the heartier side, so if the prices seem high, keep in mind that the food is filling. Examples include the sweet-and-sour mushrooms (fried so expertly that they remain crisp after being doused with sauce), and the pancake trio (leek, kimchi and kabocha). Our favorite dish, however, was a relatively light option -- the todok salad, with spears of a divine fried root, lots of watercress and carrots, and (probably too much) "bean paste lemon dressing." It was our first encounter with todok, and we were smitten for sure, and we wished we'd tried it sooner -- something we could also say about HanGawi. read more

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HanGawi was one of my favorite dining experience this year, and they have a Michelin Bib Gourmand rating. It is a vegetarian Korean restaurant in Koreatown in Manhattan. You are asked to take your shoes off at the door, and they have traditional food seating (which is like a hole under the table where your legs dangle down). If you have a physical disability or are elderly, this type of seating may be challenging when sitting or getting up. You need a reservation to visit, and they book up fast. I can't stop thinking about the spicy tofu kimchi "hot pot" ($22, which was a stew like kimchi-jjigae), and the seasonal menu item of grilled matsutake mushrooms with sesame dipping sauce ($45). Also excellent was the spicy spicy rice cakes ($22, tteokbokki), and the plant based Korean 'bulgogi' bossam bites ($18), which were not what we were expecting but also surpassed our expectations. read more

Lovely vegan spot for Korean food! Good ambiance inside: shoes off and heated floors give a very cozy and intimate vibe. I got the spicy rice cakes and I appreciated that they weren't super heavy like you typically expect tteokbokki to be. I also got the dumplings (?) which were great as well! I like how delicious the food was without being heavy. Would recommend for date night or a nicer dinner :) read more

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Overall, a good experience. You are expected to remove your shoes upon entering. We kept our coats with us as there was not anywhere designated to place them - I was grateful for this later on as our table was near the door and it was freezing! The food was good but not great and the vermicelli (japchae) portion was not large. We got the dumplings and mushroom stone bowl with black truffle paste as well. There wasn't much truffle flavor in our stone bowl. I'm not vegetarian/vegan but wanted to try this place out as some of my friends love it. I personally wasn't that impressed but it certainly is a decent option for those who are vegetarian. read more

HanGawi - Vermicelli and dumplings - Vegetarian Near Me - New York, New York

Good vegan Korean food that you'll need a reservation for, but be prepared to overpay and receive relatively small portions for the large amount you'll fork out. I heard great things about this place and had been wanting to visit for a while. I secured a late dinner reservation for my wife and me, and upon arriving, were greeted by the very nice hosts. It's a shoes-off establishment, then you sit at a low table. The menu is huge, making it difficult to choose what to order. Eventually, we decided on: -Spicy kale and broccoli kimchi salad ($16). Reasonable done, but a tiny salad for the price you pay. You get a few pieces of broccoli, fermented cabbage, a few leaves of kale, and maybe 6 pieces of small cubed tofu. Tasty but very small and not worth it. -Spicy sesame leaf tofu patties ($18). 8 half-pieces of tofu, wrapped in sesame leaves, with a spicy gochujang sauce. Simple but tasty. -Mushroom stone bowl rice with black truffle paste ($35). Very tasty, with great textures from the mixed mushrooms. Missing some protein, but overall pretty satisfying. -Plant based Korean 'bulgogi' stone bowl rice ($29). Nicely done rice bowl, with veggie ham (the bulgogi), mushrooms, shredded veggies, and crispy rice. Very good. Top-notch service, pretty good food, bad value. Come here for the experience and solid food, but don't expect good value. read more

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I don't remember why we chose this but it could have just been out of dozens of NYC bookmarks, it was just time to try it. We rarely get Korean so if you're going to have a vegan Korean restaurant then me and my plant based wife will definitely be there eventually. We got an appetizer, but I don't recall which one. Regardless, I remember us both being thoroughly impressed. For my entree, I got the plant based bulgogi and I loved it. Not too spicy but lots of flavor. Don't remember what my wife got but she also loved it. For more details, see Melissa Z's review. The place is beautiful and authentic we ended up sitting in their non traditional seating (regular table) because we showed up without a reservation and their traditional seating (floor with cushions) was fully booked. And we arrived at 5:30 too so let that be a warning to you-get a reservation. Still, they sat us and the service was excellent. Food was amazing. Ambiance was beautiful. Vegan or not, you should try this restaurant. read more

Loved this place in the middle of Koreatown. When you go in, super kind staff asks you to take your shoes off and take your jacket from you. You then get seated on the on these traditional Korean tables where the floor is heated so your feet will be super happy :) I got some tea, appetizer and the spicy rice cakes which were all delicious. read more

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Cute vegetarian Korean restaurant in KTown with plenty of gluten-free options! It's so rare to find gluten free Korean food due to the frequency of soy sauce usage, but this spot is very dietary restriction friendly! The seating is also unique, since you take off your shoes at the entrance (they put it away for you and take it out once you leave) and sit on the floor (with a slight dip under the table to put your feet). It felt like we were transported out of the hustle and bustle of Manhattan during this meal! I got the hot stone bibimbap which was mixed tableside and served piping hot with a side of gochujang - there were a lot of pickled veggies which made the dish a bit more sour than I'm typically used to with bibimbap, but I guess that's natural when you remove the meat elements. Was an overall tasty meal and such a unique spot tucked away. Make a reservation though since it's ALWAYS packed and so difficult to walk in. read more

HanGawi - hot stone bibimbap - Vegetarian Near Me - New York, New York

I don't have enough good things to say about this place. Finding a vegan restaurant in the city is pretty easy, but finding a Korean vegan place that's been Michelin-rated is incredible. The vibe of the restaurant is so cool. You take your shoes off and go and sit in these little tables, typical to how you would in Korea. There are so many options, we found it hard to pick just a few. My favorite was the bibimbap, which had vegan protein and was cooked perfectly in the hot pot. We also got a hot pot soup, which lacked a bit of flavor and spice but was still tasty. WE also got the veggie pancake flight, pumpkin being my favorite, and the fried cauliflower, which came with a delicious dipping sauce. I can't wait to go back! read more

What a unique dining experience! After you enter, you will be asked to take off your shoes and then sit down at these seats that go below floor level which makes it seems as if you are sitting down on placemats. We tried their seasonal matsutake mushroom soup and the hangawi bibimbap. The matsutake mushroom soup is lightly seasoned which really allows the earthiness and freshness of the mushroom to shine. The bibimbap came with a variety of fresh ingredients and was very flavorful. Overall we had a great experience here. I loved the ambience and the decor. The staff was very friendly. read more

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A complete Vegetarian Korean cuisine- Oh yes bring it on. Had never tried Korean cuisine coz of the fact that all the restaurants served was meat ! I am amazed and super excited when I found out about HanGawi and immediately made a reservation! Loved the interiors & atmosphere and the seating arrangements. You need to remove your shoes once you enter the restaurant and are then seated. Looks like you are sitting on the floor but they have space under the table where you legs go as if sitting on a chair! Loved the Chrysanthemum Tea - can't recommend it enough! Tried the purple lotus and that was great too! Started with some steamed vegetable dumplings- which I though were just Ok. The little sauce that comes with it added some flavor. Tried the HanGawi stone bowl - loved the way it is served and presented! And it also tasted good. The assortment of veggies rice etc was great! Next was the Hot pot ! Tofu kimchi hotpot! A very very strong flavorful hotpot with taste of kimchi in it ! And yes it is quit spicy ! They also serve 2 kimchi - one plain and one in chilli . It was overall a wonderful experience. I definitely wanted to try few more things but was too full ! The service was attentive & friendly amazing Will definitely be visiting this place again when I am back in NYC! read more

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My friends and I had HanGawi when we were visiting New York. Without doing too much research beforehand, we did not realize HanGawi served an entirely vegetarian menu until we sat down (none of us are vegetarian). We still continued to dine here since it was something new for us. When you walk in, you are immediately greeted not only by the servers, but by the warm and inviting ambiance. Everyone has to remove their shoes before they get seated. We all loved how plush and comfortable the seats were- the intimate dining setting made all of us feel like we were at home. I ordered the Soju Mojito and the Sweet & Sour Mushroom with rice on the side. The Soju Mojito was both crisp and refreshing. The Sweet and Sour Mushroom is what you'd expect in the name- but what I loved most about this dish is the crispy texture and tenderness of the mushroom. read more

HanGawi - Cozy setting - Vegetarian Near Me - New York, New York

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We came here on a Saturday night for their 9:30pm seating. Upon entering, you're asked to take off your shoes, and the atmosphere immediately transports you to traditional Korea. The waitresses are all dressed in traditional clothing, which adds an authentic touch to the experience. Everything here is vegetarian, and surprisingly, it was all incredibly delicious. I especially loved the pancake platter and the Mongolian hotpot. The stuffed eggplants were also great, with tofu added on top. However, the two desserts we tried--tiramisu and matcha cheesecake--weren't to my liking, probably because they were vegan. On the other hand, the drinks were quite good. We ordered the Ozeki Nigori, a rich, ricey sake, which they served in a pot, adding a nice touch to the presentation. Overall, I had a really great experience! read more

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I was planning a trip to NYC and on tiktok someone mentioned this korean restaurant, which was vegan and/vegetarian so decided to check it out. the ambiance was really nice and the service was good in explaining the dishes. the food was incredible we started with the sushi platter which provided a variety and each had a unique flavor - my friend said it was some of the best sushi they've had ever. we then got a salad which was also good and for the mains we got different bibimbap -- both of which were plentiful in size and flavor overall great food and excellent service read more

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I actually left this place feeling angry because I felt so cheated by this experience. The servers were kind and attentive. However, the furnishings and surroundings of the restaurant look dated and poorly maintained. The food is low effort, overpriced and tasteless. Korean cuisine makes use of a variety of vegetables in unique and inventive ways. I'm not sure what is happening here but I would not recommend this place to anyone who loves Korean food and is familiar with the cuisine. read more

It's exciting there is an all vegetarian Korean place you can eat. The food is authentic tasting and high quality. You're seated either on a couch kneeling or in a table underneath. Service is quick and attentive - the place is always full but they do a great job getting to every table. I thought the dishes were great - would just say overall leaned salty. A surprising favorite was my drink - was fruit-forward and not overpowering. I would come back and I appreciate the novelty and authenticity of the food. read more

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Make sure you were matching pair of socks to this place because you have to remove your shoes! Where can I start about HanGawi?! I chose this place for a late Sunday lunch without knowing about it before. Just because it was a vegan place! Little did I know I was in for a treat. While entering, we were asked to remove our shoes. I was puzzled but to my astonishment was the entire place. It was so authentic that I have never been to. They made us sit us on the floor, on top of cushions and that brightened up the experience. Ambience was a hit. They dimmed our lights and lit a candle and made it really special. PROS: Vegan Vegan Vegan! Ambience Emperors Lunch package Hotpots Unique dishes CONS: Price ($$$ indeed) but the experience make us forget the price. The customer service was top-notch where they explained each and every minute details of the dishes. I chose the Kale dumplings, which was tofu-made wrapper with kale and tofu fillings. It was a little bland for me but the accompanying green sauce made it a perfect pair. Next, we got the Hangawi special bimbimbap, Spicy Kimchee hotpot. I am a fan of stone-pots. The rice mixed along with spicy sauce made the bimbimbap delicious! The waiter mixed the stone pot like a live-counter and that made it more interesting. For the hotpot, the vegetables weren't overboard. It was the right amount but the soup was yummy and spicy and we couldn't stop from completing the entire dish. For the desserts, I did not want to go ordinary and wanted to choose something that I had never before. Such was the black Sesame cake with vegan raspberry chocolate ice-cream. The cake by itself was sumptuous! I couldn't just stop with a single bite. Ambience: They have a HanGawi tea pottery collection on the wall and it is eye-catching, The way the cutlery were arranged was so curated. The details to the seating, furniture and even the box that contains the receipt was mind-blowing! read more

Loved everything about this place right from food, service, ambience etc., We never expected the ambience to be this beautiful. It was very authentic where the seating is below the ground level. Footwears must be taken off before entering inside. The floors and the tables had a unique setup which I have experienced nowhere. We ordered Kale dumplings, Hangawi special bimbimbap, kimchee hotpot and black Sesame cake with raspberry ice cream for dessert. This is a vegan place which works perfect for me and my husband since we are not big fans of meat or seafood. I must say every dish from Appetizer to entree and dessert was so aunthentic and flawless. Service was fantastic as the waiter sat with us to go over every selection from the menu. Definitely visiting this place again!! read more

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The experience here is worth going at least once. We walked into HanGawi, a place we chose because I am a vegetarian, and were asked to take off our shoes. We then were seated at a low table where we could dangle our legs below the table. It was such a fun experience for seating. We ordered the pancakes to share and I got a kimchi stone pot. It was absolutely delicious and I can't wait to come back here to try more dishes!! read more

HanGawi - Korean pancakes platter - Vegetarian Near Me - New York, New York

I came here with a party of 4 for a weekday dinner. Restaurant is fully packed, so definitely need a reservation. It's a pretty unique style of restaurant; you take your shoes off at the front of the restaurant, and you're seated low to the ground. Staff was friendly. We started with the cauliflower. This didn't taste Korean to us at all, and tasted like an Asian fusion dish. The cauliflower was cooked well though, and the spicy mayo was fantastic considering it was vegan. We then had the kimbaps, which were good, but nothing too special. Flavors were muted, and a bit too much rice to filling, considering the filling wasn't super strong in flavor. The tofu patties were good; really nice chewy texture, but the sauce was a bit salty for me. The pancake platter was also just ok. Again, felt like it lacked some seasoning, as all the different flavors of pancake tasted similar to me. For entrees, the sizzling mushroom platter was great, with a strong nutty flavor mixed with the umami of the mushroom. The tteok was also yummy; strong and good flavors, and the tteok itself was nice and chewy. The tofu soup was pretty standard. Overall, a good meal, and definitely worth if you're looking for vegeterian Korean food. Nothing super stood out to me though, and I would personally prefer some of the other non-vegeterian Korean restaurants around. read more

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Hangawi is like no other place I've been to yet in NYC with dark wood paneling and recessed tables. You're transported to a place and time reflected in the attentive service, the decor, and the food. Featuring an all-vegan, Korean-inspired modern menu (including their wines), the seasonal app/entree/dessert prix fixe is the way to go. Standouts from their winter menu include: - Kimchi hotpot and trio roots kimbap - Stuffed eggplant in chili sauce (a personal favorite, so well-cooked and flavored) - Red beans and ice cream rhapsody Reservations recommended. Only done by email with very prompt and courteous responses. For the tables, you have to lower yourself into the seats, and with the narrow space, can be challenging for those with mobility issues. Regular tables are available. You'll be asked to remove your shoes at the entrance, placed on a shelf, and laid out ready without prompting on your way out. What a way to leave a lasting impression. read more

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This is honestly such an incredible restaurant. The service is always impeccable. I'm not joking when I say-- I make this place my first stop anytime I'm in New York City. I have not had a bad experience or bad meal here ever. Whether you're vegetarian or a carnivore, you're gonna love it! read more

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Their food is amazing!! Love the ambiance, love the fact that it's all vegetarian and super flavorful and delicious. Their service is impeccable and we wish we had more time to come back during our visit for a second meal here. If you love dumplings and Korean food, they have such a good selection and it all tastes fresh and clean, not at all greasy. read more

From first impressions, this place is great! You have to take your shoes off upon entering to sit like an authentic Korean low table. However, the floor mats are actually a fake out. There's space under the table to put your legs so it just *looks* like floor seating. The decor and the atmosphere are top notch! One negative upon seating was that I met up with my friends at the first table by the entrance. They were seated and I remarked, is there not a coat check? And they said no because it was not offered to them. I was carrying a very long puffy jacket and ended up sitting it next to our table hanging down. I had said this loudly enough near the hostess and later saw her offering to put another patron's jacket in a closet. I wish I was offered that as well. In terms of food, I'm no stranger to vegetarian and vegan food, even though I am a meat eater myself. On this visit we came with a couple who is vegan and had been raving about this being one of their favorite place to go in the city. As such, I had high expectations for flavor. I enjoyed my wine flight and another at the table enjoyed his sake flight. Another friend thought her cocktail tasted fine but did not taste like lychee nor alcoholic. However, besides one dish, everything food wise was a bit of an average experience. The stuffed eggplant was a standout! Easily the best dish we tried. It was slightly crispy and seasoned perfectly. Past that, the next thing I loved was their house made kimchi. The banchan came out in both a mild and spicy version. I heard the kimchi hot pot was delicious but did not try it myself. The mushroom fritters were mixed reviews- I didn't try it since I don't like mushroom- one person loved it but my sister said all she tasted was way too much tempura vs mushroom. The pancakes platter I felt were over fried but I did like the kimchi over the pumpkin. Finally, 3 of us ordered the bulgogi stone bibimbap based on the recommendation of our friend. I was excited to try it since I LOVE bibimbap. However, this fell flat for me. Forget being plant based, that was okay, but why was this called bulgogi? Where was the marinade, the seasoning? This dish not only had very small portion of rice but it was also super bland. The crispy rice is the best part, I just wish there was more of it. The saving grace was the spicy gochujang sauce. I literally kept dipping my spoonfuls into it. Overall, it's worth a visit if you are hard pressed to find Korean vegan. But for the price point, I don't think it's worth coming here. Especially since there is a seating minimum spend of $50 per person. read more

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Had been here before few years back. I like their seating arrangement-you can sit cross legged on the pillows or like on a chair because of the setup. Had weekday dinner after work. Food is fresh and tasty. Portion size is appropriate. We tried cauliflower bites and tofu patties. Tofu patties with spicy sauce was tasty. Entrees we tried ginger curry and veg Dokon stone bowl. Both were tasty. Dessert we wanted to try the sesame cake but they had run out of it. Tried chocolate cake with plant based vanilla icecream. The dessert was more like a 3 star dish compared to the rest Service is decent. Definitely worth the visit for the ambience and food. I am a vegetarian and love the options here. read more

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Loved our experience here! With the traditional seating & beautiful environment, it's a great spot for a date. The service was great, with the waiter being very helpful and everything coming very quickly. The Mushroom Stone Bowl Rice With Black Truffle Paste was amazing, and the Black Magic Cake was great. Definitely going to stop by in the future! read more

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Good ambiance and good but I found it too salty for my liking. Service was quick and staff is friendly. read more

HanGawi - Korean pancakes platter - Vegetarian Near Me - New York, New York

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Extraordinary accommodating service, unique dining experience, low comfortable tables, hot stone bowls, nourishing healthy food for the body and spirit. read more

Great eats Amazing service Good drinks Amazing decor and authentic feeling ambiance read more

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Came to Hangawai on a Friday for dinner. The restaurant is very pretty with tall pillars and serenity. The entry is a little odd because you can't enter unless confirmed for reservations and the staff sort of blocks the door but they're very friendly. I recommend using the traditional seating , because the regular tables are quarantined off in a tiny room immediately after entry. You are left to look longingly inside at the "real" restaurant. That said, the food and service are excellent - especially if you are vegan but not only if you're vegan. Here's what we ordered: - Spicy Korean Cauliflower Bites (w/vegan mayonaisse dip) - very good - Stuffed Shiitake Mushrooms - very good - Korean Kochi Skewers (mushroom head, asparagus, scallion, and sweet chilli) - Korean Pancakes Platter (Leek, Kimchi Mushroom and Mung Bean Pancakes with Bean Sprouts and Kabocha Pumpkin) - Some great some just ok - Fried Vegetable Dumplings (vegetables, tofu, mushrooms, vermicelli) - Excellent - Spicy Tofu Kimchi in Hot Pot - Excellent - Korean Bulgogi Stone Rice Bowl (Plant based bulgogi with sesame, leaves, vegetables and mushrooms) - Excellent - Crispy Tofu with Maitake Mushrooms in Creamy Sauce (with asparagus and brussels sprouts) - Very Good Desserts - Soy Cheesecake - Good - Coconut Blueberry - Good - Matchamiso R SF (almonds, dates, cashews, matcha green tea, coconut oil, agave, vanilla extract, himalayan salt) - Very Good - Black Magic (roasted black sesame, cashews, coconut oil, coconut flakes, agave, coconut sugar and himalayan salt) - Good - Red Beans and Rhapsody Ice Cream (chocolate and vanilla almond plant based ice cream with sweetened red beans, yam crackers and rice crisp) - Very Good The food was overall fantastic and the service was very attentive, knowledgeable and helpful. The food was pricey and we had a few drinks (they have no hard alcohol only beer, wine, soju and sake) but definitely worth going again. read more

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An absolute odyssey of flavor, this is a great spot for when you're with a group of friends who all enjoy shareable plates. It's shoes off at the door, and you sit low to the ground (I found the seating quite comfortable), also notably everything here is vegetarian! Service is absolutely outstanding, we were well tended to and had all of our questions answered. And as for the food... my goodness. The mushrooms were a highlight, gloriously textured and seasoned, perfectly accented with cinnamon. Another absolute highlight was the spicy Korean cauliflower bites those were delicious and served with a super yummy spicy sauce. But really everything we had was delicious -- no complaints! The bibimbap was also outstanding, with its signature sizzle and perfect spice level adjusted to our table's liking. Great spot, can't recommend enough! read more

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Amazing food! Did not know it was vegan but you couldn't even tell with the quality/taste of the food. Our waiter was very attentive and checked in on us often. You're technically not allowed to wear shoes in the restaurant but we sat in a little room for the walk-ins (literally two tables, so lucky us) but it's a low-lighting kind of vibe. The cauliflower bites were sooo good and flavorful. The breading was just right it crunches then melts in your mouth. We got the spicy kimchi + tofu soup and it was soo filling and delicious! There were a lot of different and diverse veggies in there. We also got a kimbap which tasted amazing and smelled even more amazing. We also got fruity cocktails. Highly recommend the lychee one!! read more

HanGawi - Spicy Korean Cauliflower Bites - Vegetarian Near Me - New York, New York

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I strongly recommend Hangawi to folks visiting NYC midtown area, it's a unique place not to miss. They serve vegan Korean food - which is great for a vegetarian like myself. We ordered the pancake platter, the tofu nuggets in black bean sauce and classic stonebowl. The pancake platter was my favorite - each flavor was delicious! The tofu dish was tangy and spicy. The stonebowl dish was the blandest - especially without gochuchang - I would skip this. I loved sitting traditional style with shoes off. Great experience! read more

HanGawi - Korean pancakes platter - Vegetarian Near Me - New York, New York

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Reservations are on line. Easy to make - harder to get at prime dining time. Across the street fromDon Bogams but a world apart. Welcoming entrance. Simple but clean decor. Shoes off dining and wooden surrounding makes you feel like you are transported to a place far away from the hustle of nyc. Staff was friendly and good with recs. We have had Korean several times but never todok. Mojito soju was above average. Small Korean beer selection Terra in large and small bottles. Pancake appetizer very traditional and good. Mushroom courses excellent. Todok and grilled asparagus was spiced to perfection. Can't believe it took so long to try this place - will not be so long until we go back! read more

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YUM! I loved my experience dining here, end to end. As a first timer, I thought the sunken tables were really unique. We didn't have to wait that long for our food to come out. It's hard to pick what I enjoyed the most, but I would say the spicy rice cakes and kimbap are tied for first place. I was a little disappointed with the Korean pancake platter as the portions on that were very small. read more

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