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    Kimbap Lab

    4.6 (56 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Nicole E.

    Ordered from GH, since it's still wet and rainy outside some. Ordered 2 spicy chicken Kimbap, 2 tuna salad and cheddar Kimbap, mushroom and avocado Kimbap. $92, that's $15 a roll, not cheap at all. The delivery is coming by bike as well. He was blocks away and made a pit stop on the way to us. Food was supposed to be delivered by 5:40 PM. The food arrived by 5:56 PM or so. The Kimbaps were delivered about 15-20 minutes after the estimated delivery time. It's a good thing the food isn't necessarily hot. No utensils and no chopsticks and no napkins. Does this place think people are Neanderthals? The Kimbap pieces are full of ingredients and nicely balanced. The spicy chicken and the mushroom and avocado aren't my favorite. Neither of us wanted more than a couple pieces of the veggie Kimbap. The tuna salad isn't even that good. Disappointing for $92." It's a hefty cost for subpar Kimbap.

    Mushroom Avocado Bowl (Vegan)
    Rebecca P.

    They are located downstairs in Chelsea Market inside of Pearl River Mart Foods. They also have some tables right outside the store for their guests so perfect for when the weather isn't the best to eat outside. They also have quick service here. Love they have vegan options that are tasty! They are a bit expensive but a lot of things in Chelsea Market are. Everything in the mushroom avocado bowl was fresh which is great and you can chose from a sauce and a pickled item to have on the side with the bowl. Also tried the yuba rice balls which were tasty but honestly I'd just do the bowl in the future as the value is better for those in my opinion!

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    Gregg R.

    I never had kimbap before and tried the beef bulgogi with the side of kimchi. This was very tasty and had a great crunch from the pickled radish on the inside. The beef was cold which I did not expect. I would have given this a 5 if the beef was warm and not fridge cold. It came with their KBL sauce which is a slightly sweet aioli which went very well with the kimbap. The gentleman taking my order was very friendly and had a smile on his face.

    Bulgogi Beef Kimbap
    Jazzlyn S.

    Delicious and fresh kimbap in Chelsea market. Perfect place to pop in for a snack and shop around! Get myself a book and enjoyed a little munchie in the center of it all. A great place to people watch and an even better place for foodies to try a bunch of different items in one area of NY!

    Kathryn P.

    Super simple yet nutritious comfort food! Kimbop is my absolute comfort korean food. They just opened in Pearl River mart inside Chelsea market so i had to come try. Ordered bulgogi beef kimbop and it tasted just like homemade. I substituted for brown rice and it was a good choice. Comes w slightly sweet and sour mayo based gogujang sauce to dip you kimbop. It was really good! Loved that it also comes with pickled onion. Def want to come back to try other options duch as tuna and cheese and yubu! Highly recommend!

    Bulgogi Beef Kimbap
    Anthony P.

    Great if you're in the area and craving kimbap. Wish they had more by way of sides (soup? tteokbeokki? just some ideas) but solid quality. Grab yourself a drink from the fridge nearby or some bubble tea at tea and milk to go with your meal. BULGOGI BEEF KIMBAP Pretty on par with what we know and love as authentic kimbap but I do notice an improvement in quality; particularly, the vegetables have a really fresh crunch and texture to them. The sauce goes real well and the pickled jalaepno w onions is FIRE. It was sesame forward and really a good highlight for the dish. Great to go and walk a bit to the rooftop park nearby and catch a view of the city while you munch of this light lunch. For many, kimbap is a good budget meal, though understand here you are in Chelsea Market and in Manhattan so the price point will be higher.

    Bulgogi Beef Kimbap
    Maria Regina Alexis L.

    Tasty. Filling. Surprisingly big proportions. I ordered thinking this was just for a snack. Best to get Kimbap and share with friends.

    Spicy Gochujang Chicken Roll
    Lucas W.

    I don't think I'd really had Kimbap before - basically sushi rolls of korean meat (chicken, spicy pork, bulgogi beef). But damn were these good. And so filling for the price. Would totally get this again. I got the gochujang chicken roll and my wife got the bulgogie beef rolls. Both were so full of flavor - some spiciness but not much really and the radishes in each cut through the spice. The sides were a bit forgettable, but the rolls were so large you didn't need the sides. I also really loved all the sauces - the gochujang sauce was a little bit sweeter than most gochujang but also a little but thinner, more liquidy so it made for an excellent dipping sauce. Would totally get this again.

    Mushroom Avocado Kimbap (Vegan) and Spicy Pork Bowl
    Liz B.

    I got the mushroom avocado kimbap with pickled radish and the seaweed purée and my friend got the spicy pork bowl. We both enjoyed our meals and I would've gotten the beef bulgogi if my stomach wasn't feeling off that day. The kimbap was definitely too dry without a more liquid sauce on it as the seaweed purée was more of a paste consistency and they apparently don't have soy sauce to put on top. If I came again I would've tried a different roll but based just on the mushroom avocado roll, it was only okay. Also I feel like it should've cost less for having 0 protein in it,

    Spicy Chicken Kimbap
    Sofia S.

    Amazing meal! I ordered the Kimbap Spicy Chicken and OMG - what a great lunch! A little pricy but a good sized meal and very filling. Clearly a freshly made meal and very busy, showing how popular it is. I definitely recommend if you're in the Chelsea market area!

    Bulgogi Beef Kimbap

    Kimbap was great, exceeded expectations. Had this during lunch and we all were satisfied. Lot of good options here if you come with a group. Would recommend. Only complaint is they refuse to give a cup of water - you have to buy bottled... However, I think many spots in Chelsea Market are unfortunately the same way.

    Bulgogi Beef Roll
    Gab G.

    I've since tried the spicy pork roll, which was even better than the beef imo (and not too spicy). The spicy mustard aioli is also my new favorite sauce. Korean taco (bulgogi beef) was great, too. Dan does it all and he is the best!!

    Melanie C.

    Perfect quick lunch spot! Located in the basement level of Chelsea market this place serves wonderful quick eats. I got the chicken kimbap recommended by the employee helping with my order and loved it! For $14 it's quite a bit pricier than you can typically find kimbap but it's convenient location in the Chelsea market is to blame. The roll is huge and actually really filling for a meal! The chicken has a little kick and the aioli given on the side really makes the meal! The side of kimchi is also a nice touch. Service is friendly and quick (less than 10 min wait). There's 2 small tables just outside but the market gets super busy so it might be best to grab to go or to take the park!

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    Thank you Natalie! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed everything!

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    Fresh tasty colorful and sooooooo yummy. I love this place. The beef and the pork kimbap are favorites.

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    Really delicious and fresh bibimbap! Crisp veg, great sauces, and always leaves your belly feeling good.

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    Never had kimbap and tried the bulgogi kimbap. Really tasty, filling, great service 5/5

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    Thanks Ridhima! We’re so glad you enjoyed our food!

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    The vegan broth should be renamed "Aura Changing Vegan Broth" because that is literally what it does. I love it.

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    Her Name Is Han - Yeolmu Kimchi Cold Noodles & Dumplings - $20

    Her Name Is Han

    4.3(2.3k reviews)
    1.1 miMidtown East
    $$

    Shae and I were able to get a table after waiting for 45 minutes (it was so worth the wait!) our…read moreservice the entire night was excellent. The menu was a joy to read and it was soon obvious that we weren't going to go wrong with anything we ordered! The Han dumplings are *chefs kiss* y'all need to order them for sure. For my main course I went with the LA galbi. I had a hard time eating the steak with my chopsticks so I ended up using my hands, (our waiter said that was normal, but he may have just been nice) because the flavor was so good I didn't want to leave any meat uneaten. Seriously some of the best flavors of my life!!! Though I'm still learning how to eat green things I bet the salad was amazing too!! The restaurants vibe was so much fun, we feel very grateful to have been able to eat at Her Name is Han and will recommend it to anyone who asks. 100/10 would recommend :)

    Life is short F....it up! Family, Flavor, Friends…read more Was in NYC for the day and was meeting friends. Unless you know about this place it easy to miss. Homestyle Korean place with modern twist. Bon chon was tasty kimchi had a sweet touch to the taste ( very unique). The others prepared well and tasty. Started w the marinated crab - prepared well very savory get that rice ready for each bite. Next the K fried chicken perfect batter and good crunch. Next Corn & Cream Croquettes as simple as they are packed w flavor. Added the rice cane to try - not traditional but good. Minari Shrimp Pancake - traditional and good - nice batter and cooked good for savor and crisp. Main dishes LA Galbi BBQ - decent marinade cooked with high heat flame food smoky taste- could be marinated longer still a bit chewy. Garlic Chicken BBQ - if you want more protein get this - it ok . To finish matcha tiramisu - light sweet and yummy. They have good Asian themed drinks and full bar also.

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    Her Name Is Han - Yeolmu Kimchi Cold Noodles & Dumplings - $20

    Yeolmu Kimchi Cold Noodles & Dumplings - $20

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    Nubiani

    4.5(535 reviews)
    1.1 miKoreatown, Midtown East, Midtown West

    I came here with my family and we had a wonderful experience! The service was great and the food…read morewas excellent. We ordered their large beef package which was more than enough for four people. We even had some leftovers! The meat was so tender and practically melted in your mouth. I especially loved that the waiter cooked and cut the meat for us. Their side dishes were fresh and well-seasoned, too. I also loved how spacious and clean the restaurant was. The whole space felt luxurious and upscale which made the experience feel extra special. Another thing I really appreciated was that I didn't leave the restaurant smelling like Korean BBQ! It is on the pricier side, but if you're looking for high-quality Korean BBQ with excellent service and a luxurious atmosphere for a special occasion, this is a great place to go. It was worth every cent!

    Probably the best KBBQ experience I've had in NYC so far…read more It's definitely not cheap, but I thought it was worth it. We got the large set for 4 and there was more than enough food for everyone. Didn't order any drinks, but the meat quality was excellent, and our server cooked everything pretty well so we could just sit back and enjoy. The service was top-notch too. They kept bringing out refills of the side dishes including steamed egg without us having to ask, which I always appreciate. We made a reservation, which I'd recommend especially on a weekend, and got seated right away with no wait. The set also came with vanilla ice cream at the end. Another nice bonus is that if you pay in cash (there's an ATM inside), you get about 10% off. If you don't mind spending a little more for really good quality and service, I'd definitely recommend this place!

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    Osamil

    4.3(912 reviews)
    1.1 miKoreatown, Midtown West
    $$$

    Can be easy to miss if youre not looking for it (especially in my case as they have scaffolding…read moreoutside right now). It has a very chic atmosphere when you first walk in. Sat at a high top by the bar and had a fairly light dinner. The Beef Tartare comes out with a cracked quail egg for you to pour into the meat yourself and the beef sat on top of sone sliced pear. It's a small appetizer but it tasted fresh and clean, the crispness of the pear matches well with the heaviness of the beef. The cured shrimp was delicious, I'm sad there was only 3 because I wanted 5 servings of it. The uni, roe, and soy shrimp practically melted in your mouth. The Uni Bimbimbap has rave reviews and I can see why. It was filling without being overly heavy and each bite had uni in it after mixing it up. If you're unsure about uni, this is definitely a great way to introduce yourself to it's flavor palette.

    Vibes of the place are nice!! Food is standard Korean food, nothing extraordinary. Had a lot of…read moredrink options - Soy & garlic wings: 10/10, flavor is great, and wings were juicy - Sweet potato fries: 8/10, gigantic thick fries. Good but I prefer my fries thinner. Sauce was meh - Seafood rose tteokbokki: 8/10, super creamy, but wish there was more rice cake. Lots of seafood!! Bb.q Chicken's rose tteokbokki is better imo - Pork shank: 9/10, really tender and juicy meat that fell off the bone. Hella pricey tho (-1 point) - Kimchi fried rice w/ prime hanger steak: 6/10, just okay. Not a huge fan of the fried rice, the steak was good, medium rare - Espresso martini: 8/10, really strong lol

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    Osamil - Inside was such a vibe! Very chill

    Inside was such a vibe! Very chill

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    Hojokban - Hojok Galbi | Instagram: GaoGirlsGrubbin

    Hojokban

    4.5(470 reviews)
    1.1 miMidtown East
    $$$

    hojok galbi ($59) - the price scared me a little at first…read morebut this was absolutely WORTH EVERY BUCK - ive had many variations of galbi before but nothing tasted like this; tender, juicy, well marinated, and not entirely well done almost like medium rare - it wasnt too heavy on the sauce that will make you thirsty but it was perfectly marinated while keeping it light and refreshing; i was genuinely shocked after the first bite - best take on galbi perilla oil noodles ($19) - ive always liked this kind of noodle but after having theirs i loved it EVEN MORE - it was by far the most refreshing, chewy, light yet flavorful perilla oil noodles ive ever had - noodles were perfectly separated from one another and not drenched in oil; it was easy to slurp with layers of flavors; a great summer dish rating: 5/5 - the fact that i rated it as the best korean restaurant in nyc after taking one bite really says a lot about this spot - from texture and flavor to presentation, all of them had perfect execution; i couldnt find a single thing to nitpick about - the dining atmosphere was clean, classy, and comfortable - service was quick and attentive; they kept refilling our banchan which was lovely because other places wouldnt LOL; amazing kimchi and sweet potato - a restaurant that im dying to go back already! Highly recommend IG: @nom.noms.only

    Hojokban has been on my list for such a long time, and I finally made it here! The restaurant is…read morevery small and intimate, which gives it a cozy feel. I will say, though, they were pretty stingy with the banchan. We were only given kimchi and sweet potato. Kkanpung Chicken - The flavor was on point! It had a nice little kick, although I definitely wouldn't have minded if it were spicier. The chicken was super crispy and juicy, so I really enjoyed this one. Octopus Tteokbokki - MUST ORDER! Easily one of my favorite dishes of the night. The sauce was sweet and paired so well with the baby octopus. I could've easily eaten the whole plate myself. Truffle Potato Pancake - This was really popular, but unfortunately, I wasn't a fan. I could barely taste the truffle and didn't think it was anything that special. It was pretty meh for me, so I'd skip this one. Hojok Galbi - The meat was very tender, but unfortunately, it was a little dry. It was a solid dish, but nothing that really blew me away. Overall, I enjoyed my meal and would definitely come back to try some of the other items on the menu!

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    Five Senses - Dinner

    Five Senses

    3.9(1.9k reviews)
    1.1 miKoreatown, Midtown West
    $$

    Five senses has been around forever and is still a solid staple in k-town! Stopped by on a Friday…read moreevening around 8 and there was no line for two so we were seated quickly. They have a variety of the standard fare Korean options at reasonable prices. We tried the ddukbokki and bulgolgi dupbap which were both good. The portion sizes were on the bigger size and the ddukbokki were giant. I do wish the ddukbokki was a little less watery but overall tasted fine. The bulgolgi was pretty standard for what I'd expect. Overall a solid option in the area if you don't want to wait for a long queue outside of the other popular spots.

    I was honestly surprised by the ratings for this place... I came on a Friday night and it wasn't…read moretoo busy. First time here and it was a really solid experience. Seafood Pancake: Great pick. Crispy on the outside and packed with seafood inside. Beef Belly & Mala Cream Noodle Soup: Loved this one. Udon with tender beef and baby octopus... so good!!! Spicy Braised Pork Rib Stew: Rich, comforting, and full of flavor. The highlight for me was the raw marinated crab. I spotted it on the wall menu and immediately had to order it. It's rare to find in the city! And honestly, this was way better than BCD's. So flavorful. Only complaint... the banchan portions are small and not a lot of variety. Other than that, I really enjoyed my meal and I'd definitely recommend this spot.

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    Five Senses - Nice decor

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    Jeong Yuk Jeom

    4.3(70 reviews)
    1.0 miKoreatown, Midtown West

    I highly enjoyed the food at Jeong Yuk Jeom. I ordered the chicken katsu, and I would highly…read morerecommend it as someone who frequents katsu restaurants. It's extremely crispy and very high quality. A large issue I had at this establishment was the service. The server felt unfriendly, and whenever we tried to flag him down, he wouldn't even look at us. It took around 20 minutes after our meal to get our check which was ridiculous. It was a shame because this was easily one of my favorite meals in NYC, but I don't know if I would return solely due to the service.

    Tomorrow will be our last day in New York. We had plans to head up to the Empire State Building…read moreObservatory in the evening, so we stopped here for a quick simple dinner with just one hour to spare. We ordered marbled beef steak and naengmyeon, hoping for a speedy meal. Surprisingly, the beef, cold noodles and banchan all blew us away. The marbled beef was outstanding, and our server grilled it perfectly -- it melted in our mouth. Their mushroom sauce was absolutely fantastic. The broth for the buckwheat cold naengmyeon was authentic beef stock, rich and savory without overpowering the natural flavor of the ingredients. The banchan were also incredibly well-made; we finished nearly every side dish on the table. Service was quick and efficient too. It's such a shame we only discovered this restaurant on our final day, we wish we'd come here earlier. I'd highly recommend this spot. Overall rating: 4.5 to 5 out of 5 stars.

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    Moono - Complementary appetizer

    Moono

    4.3(307 reviews)
    1.2 miMurray Hill, Midtown East

    We're visiting from out of town and are glad we stopped by on their last day of Restaurant Week. We…read moretried the $60 special which was a great value! You got to pick 3 appetizers, 2 main course meals, and a dessert. We were sooo full by the time we were done. Our favorites included the hoe muchim, bossam, and burdock ice cream! In terms of service, staff was super friendly and came by regularly to check up on us. Decorated beautifully and very clean. Do make a reservation and expect to wait 15-20 min after your reservation to be sat due to peak hrs. I'd definitely return and eat here again with friends. It was an enjoyable experience.

    I had a wonderful experience dining at Moono for restaurant week. The interior was beautifully…read moredesigned with immaculate vibes. The service was attentive without being overbearing, and our waiter was ready to provide recommendations. The food was amazing for the price, but I liked some items more than others. I found the wings to be on the lighter side - it's not greasy, but it would not hit the spot if you are craving korean fried chicken. The shrimp pancakes were on the fluffier side, a bit bland, but I prefer flatter and crisper seafood pancakes. The yukhoe was alright, but I'm glad I gave it a try. I would recommend getting the acorn jelly, asparagus japchae, and/or hoe muchim for apps. I kept going back to them. The bossam was very yummy and fresh, and I very much enjoyed the cold noodles. Both of these items I would highly recommend getting. What really stole my heart was the burdock desert. It was not too sweet, perfectly creamy, and absolutely one of my top desert bites I've had in the city. I might go back just to order this again. Overall, the dining experience was fantastic would highly recommend giving Moono a try.

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    Moono - Main dining room on ground floor

    Main dining room on ground floor

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