naro holds a special place in my heart for serving one of the best modern korean cuisine in new york. the restaurant itself is extremely nicely decorated. the service and the staff were very welcoming and friendly. they explained each of the dishes perfectly and suggested great cocktails for what we were in the mood for. the dishes itself were beautiful presented along with the flavors of each dish. not overpowering in the flavors and you were able to taste each ingredient for what it truly stood for. overall a great establishment to grab lunch or dinner or celebrate a special occasion. read more

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Dined here last night. Having eaten at Atomix, we had high expectations. Overall, the food and service was just okay. What wasn't okay, however, was being charged for someone else's mistake. My friend and I had already three drinks each and wanted to end the night by splitting a glass of natural wine since we were already mildly inebriated. Our server throughtout the night was nice and thoughtful. She accidentally gave us heavy pours knowing we just wanted to halfsies a glass. She acknowledged the mistake while we finished our desserts. Check comes and we were charged for two. Gotcha. Maybe we should've said something but i didn't want to sour an overall pleasant night. It did leave a bad taste in my mouth, though. Because of that. This place went from try it to skippable ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ read more

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Had a wonderful dinner at Naro. The vegetarian menu was delicious. The regular menu was mostly seafood with a perfect bite of Wagyu at the end before spectacular desserts. The decor is beautiful, the entire waitstaff is friendly and professional. The food is delicious. Make a reservation. read more

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I'll start off with saying the service was spectacular. The staff was very kind and quick to act on any requests we had. The interior was clean and thoughtfully designed for the area it's in. As much as I really wanted to like this place, I can't say it was quite worth it for the food. We went for the restaurant week dinner menu in the dining room. We got the yellowtail, wagyu beef tartare, mackerel, tteok galbi, both dessert options, and a supplementary scallop dish. On top of the portions being very small (which is typical for restaurant week menus), we were disappointed in the flavor of the dishes. Besides the tteok galbi and desserts, everything felt kind of too mellow and didn't bring new flavors that I was expecting from a fine dining experience. I would understand if it's to bring a more "approachable" spin on Korean food, but I do prefer the bolder flavors in the original foods. The presentation of each dish was very nice, though. Also, we were celebrating a birthday and the staff knew about it since I made a note of it and they greeted us with a warm "happy birthday." I was a little disappointed that the table next to us (that was also celebrating a birthday) received a candle and scoop of ice cream with their dessert, but we didn't. I know it's not mandatory or should be expected, but it did feel bad when another party received it and we didn't. read more

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The food was really good and I especially enjoyed the desserts menu I tried the $45 NY restaurant week prefix menu along with the pork belly! read more

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I saw another review on google mentioning lack of disclosure for extra charge, and the same thing happened to me. For me, when the server asked if I preferred tap water or sparkling water, they failed to mention that sparkling water would be an additional $8 charge. I only had less than a cup, so this felt very frustrating and misleading The restroom was not clean, which was disappointing for an establishment on this caliber. On the positive side, the food itself was good, but it's disappointing that the restaurant isn't being upfront with their pricing and doesn't maintain basic cleanliness read more

I have never been to Atomix/Atoboy, so wasn't sure what to expect at NARO. I think NARO is supposed to offer a more traditional view of Korean cuisine dating back to the Joseon dynasty, but I didn't really get that vibe. The restaurant is located on the ice rink level of the Rockefeller Center. Though it's a central tourist area, the restaurant wasn't busy at all (it might be due to the fact it was the Memorial Day weekend). When browsing the menu, it was leaning more towards Korean fusion dishes than traditional. We opted to do à la carte instead of the tasting menu. For drinks, I ordered the marron old fashioned (liked how they included sanghwa-cha/chestnut/red bean in it) and omija tonic (very crisp and refreshing), which I enjoyed. The waiter suggested we should order at least 5-6 dishes to share. So we ordered two cold appetizers, the soy-marinated salmon (the salmon tasted fresh but nothing else really stood out) and beef tartare (good quality beef but lacked flavor). And ordered the kimchi-cheese chicken wings (our favorite dish of the night; super crispy on the outside and juicy in the inside, and the seasoning was spot-on), naro bowl (flavorful but the wagyu was a bit too fatty and rich for me), and galbi jjim (the least favorite dish; wasn't impressed but very tender). The service was top-notch as expected from an upscale restaurant. Would only recommend it if you enjoy Korean fusion dishes. read more

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Service, food, restaurant temperature. Even towards the end of the night the staff should still be friendly read more

I don't write a lot of reviews, but after the dining experience my wife and I had at Naro this past weekend I feel compelled to share with others what a superb night we had. Fine dining can sometimes get labeled as "pretentious", and in some cases, that is true, even if it is short-sighted. For me, fine dining is about experience and adventure. Trying new cuisines and exciting takes on traditional courses that come from a place of love for food, culture, and the customer. That love was felt at Naro. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by friendly staff who were extremely attentive. We were promptly and quickly introduced to the team of folks who would be taking care of us. The ambiance inside was sublime; not too noisy and intimate without being too isolated. My wife and I opted for the tasting menu and enjoyed a few of the signature cocktails while we dined. What became apparent with the first couple of dishes arrived was the commitment to experience as we were instructed to eat the first two dishes with our hands. This tactile engagement with food is something that traditional fine dining scoffs at, despite the enjoyment it brings to the diner. Across all the courses we ate, all of which were outstanding, some of our favorites were the Striped Jack Mulhwe, the Potato Jeon, and Sea Bass Gui. The Mulhwe had a delightfully crisp and fresh taste that wasn't overbearing and reminded me of the time between winter and spring by the sea. The Potato Jeon is pure comfort food with class and was a perfectly savory delight nestled in the first third of the meal. Lastly, the Sea Bass Gui incorporated elements neither of us had tasted before including Aehobak and Sujebi which playfully complimented the sea bass in a light, but flavorful broth. When it comes to the cocktails, both the Daehan Old Fashioned and Ibha Sour are not to be missed. Probably the smoothest old fashioned I've ever had, and the Ibha sour was so good it was all my wife wanted to drink...that is, until the espresso martini. Most places have this drink, but none of them taste as velvety or as smooth as the one at Naro. Easily one of the best we've ever had, and with a high recommendation for a great after-dinner drink. We shouldn't forget that the dessert was also innovative, fun, and delicious. The Chamoe Hwachae was a perfect palate cleanser before the Ganhan Pecan! I could go on about how much we loved our time at Naro. How attentive the staff was in being present without prodding, how engaging and friendly they were to loosen up the stuffiness of traditional fine dining, and above all how happy we were after the meal ended. We tried new flavors and dishes we had never heard of, and what felt like an hour was closer to 3! We don't go to NYC often but rest assured, we will be coming back to Naro when we do. read more

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omg what a rlly magical meal my favorite thing ever was the potato jeon with caviar, actually one of the best things i've eaten the food: we did a la carte and got the sashimi, razorfish muchim, pork belly bap, kalbi, potato jeon, and espresso martini. the sashimi is so fresh and lightly seasoned, i absolutely recommend the kalbi, jeon, and razorfish! the space: it's small and quiet, very simplistic! i loved the service: soooo attentive and kind and made sure to keep checking on us. they also gave us a special little dessert to celebrate read more

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I went to the more casual outdoor terrace and both food and service were Michelin level. My friend and I split the chicken sando and kimchi omurice and both were amazing. Fully wheelchair accessible throughout. read more

Naro is a fairly formal Korean restaurant. The word Naro means through and is the first K spaceship to make a successful journey to space. It is located in The Rockefeller Center Concourse. The restaurant has Korean decor, but the white color makes it neutrally chic. The round blue glass plates and chopsticks are chic. There is a beverage selection of Korean brews, cocktails, gin and wines. The food courses are explained on the menu. The food is tasteful and one can choose from a tasting menu or á la carte. There is an á la carte menu. Another option is chosing two or three courses which includes dessert. The Korean cuisine is mostly bimibap, fish, wagyu oxtail, mushrooms, vegetables such as kimchi, calamari with spices and sauces which give a subtle touch. Desserts such as he creamsicle are exotic with fruits of the region, tangerines mixed with vanilla, meringue and other sweet ingredients. The language of the menu in Korean terminology, but waitstaff will explain the dishes to you. The service is attentive yet reserved which matches the overall atmosphere. A husband and wife team are the owners. They own Attaboy in K Town and the two Michelin star, Atomix. read more

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Food was spectacular but -1 star for the ambiance. Had the 7-course tasting on a Friday evening and it was a little empty, on top of the restaurant being on the lower level of Rockefeller next to the skating rink so the ceilings were low and overall feel a little depressing. However, all dishes were spectacular and drinks were fantastic. It's from the same team behind Atoboy/Atomix, but this restaurant just doesn't have the same vibes. read more

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Good food, the waiter explained some dishes and the ambiance was really nice. Highly recommended.

NARO offers a 2- or a 3-course prix fixe menu as well as an a la carte menu for lunch, and a tasting menu for dinner. We had the dinner tasting menu, and for those who are vegetarians, they have a vegetarian tasting menu as well. Our courses included: +the Ganjang Gejang - with King Crab, gim bugak, and Korean spinach +Sweet Pea Mandu - with Ibse mushrooms, wagyu, and tarragon +Striped Jack Mulhwe - deodeok , dwenjang, cucumbers, and chopi +Shrimp Jeon - with dogani, bok choy, jalapenos, and jangajji +Sea Bass Gui - potato sujebi, perilla seeds, and aehobak +Pennsylvania Golden Chicken - with ogok bop, woodear mushrooms, daechu, and chrysanthemum +Wagyu Tteokgalbi - with lotus root jorim, abalone, and deepa +Raisin Tree Berry - with pickled rhubarb, rhubarb tuile, raisin tree berry tea sorbet +Carrot - carrot cake, daechu cream, and a black walnut ice cream +a serving of Petit Fours Unfortunately, we felt that the tasting menu was severely lacking - while there seemed to be much effort in terms of using specific ingredients for each dish, the flavors just did not add up. In addition, the Wagyu Tteokgalbi, which we were excited for, was tough and chewy. The staff were friendly and efficient, but we couldn't help but compare to another high-end Korean restaurant that hit everything out of the ballpark. I'm glad I was able to give NARO a try, but wouldn't return. +off flavors in the tasting menu +tough wagyu +friendly service +reservations accepted read more

I came on a tuesday night so I was assuming it wouldn't be too busy, but the place was basically full by 7pm! The food reminds me of Atomix but more accessible and am homage to traditional korean dishes. Everything was really tasty. Portions were good as well. Don't forget to look up at the ceiling while dining, the decor is really interesting. read more

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Feels like a fine dining wanna be. Doesn't have the service nor the food that matches the price tag. Food is very sour and not fresh. I also wrote on our reservation as well as told the reception and server that i cannot eat strawberries but they still included strawberries in our dessert. There was a table of four girls that were extremely loud and we tried to told the staff there multiple times about it but no changes were made. There were 3 people at the reception but none of them was there when we wanted to pick up our coat check. They also didnt remember what we coat checked and had to ask us to point it out to them. read more

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I absolutely loved this restaurant. The attention that you receive from the moment that you walk in until you leave is just unbelievable. The service is just amazing. Every staff member is super attentive of you. The meals were delicious. We had different tastings brought out to us. Each one just tasted so delicious. Very bright room so the ambiance was more of an upscale setting. Came on a Friday night and it was pretty full. Posted a tik tok and IG reel about it on: @jessiica0204 read more

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OVERALL: A lovely new addition to the blossoming new Korean food scene in NYC. Enjoyed the food (lunch tasting menu), although it was their outstanding service that brought me the wow factor. FOOD: Had their lunch tasting menu (one snack + 3 courses + dessert) and enjoyed every single course. Well worth $95 per person. Overall would say 8/10 for food. [Gim Bugak]: this complimentary snack was actually my favorite part of the meal. They serve about 3-4 pieces of fried seaweed laver (nostalgia anyone?) It is delicately seasoned with some green tea powder and brings just the right amount of crispiness and saltiness. [course 1 | Octopus Naengchae]: I'm not a huge fan of radish or octopus, but I did enjoy how light this dish is. The acidity definitely stimulated my salivary gland and appetite as I found myself excited and ready for the main courses. [course 2 | Chicken Sanjeok]: it's a few pieces of chicken with squash skewered together. I really liked how they used chicken sausage instead of chicken breast/thigh which can get stringy and dry when skewered. This course is also surprisingly filling! [course 3 | Wagyu or Halibut Sooljjim]: I had the Wagyu. Plating was beautiful, although the actual meat was a little too fatty for me, even with the fermented kimchi on the side. Perhaps should have gotten the halibut which my mom really enjoyed. The main courses come with mushroom rice with doenjang (soybean paste). It's a little on the salty side for my personal taste but nonetheless I finished it all - could have this every single day! [dessert | Injeolmi]: by this time, I was a little too full to judge the dessert fairly. Had about half the portion served and still enjoyed every single bite! SERVICE: Hands down one of the best service experience I've had in a while. I came with my mom on a Friday for her birthday lunch. From the moment we stepped into the restaurant, we were greeted warmly and everybody (from receptionist, coat check attendant, bartender to our main waiter and manager) said happy birthday - it really made her feel so special and jolly! The staff was warm, friendly, and attentive. If I have another special occassion to celebrate, I would honestly choose Naro over some of the other places just for its exemplary service! AMBIANCE: The restaurant is on the rink level (one level below the entrance). Modern decor. I would say being on the rink level wasn't my personal favoriate - perhaps I'm a little claustrophobic but somehow I feel like I would have enjoyed the overall ambiance more had it been on the actual ground level (or on a higher floor). With that said, I should say objectively there's nothing claustrophic about this place - it has open windows that allow you to people watch while eating, high ceilings, and ample lighting. read more

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Review for November 2022 - Food: 8/10 Overall Value: 6/10 Service: 8/ I felt like food was good but not great. But service and ambience was great tho! The room echoed a lot so it was a little too loud for a date. We got the dinner tasting menu for $195. The meal was underwhelming for the price. I understand that it's supposed to lean towards authentic and traditional Korean but I'd rather go to a casual, less pricey Korean restaurant for that. My favorite was the 3 appetizer dishes (Bugak, Pyeonyuk, & Mu). I thought these were the most interesting dishes. My least favorite dish was the Octopus Naengchae because it was chewy. I definitely felt underwhelmed by the food especially for the price. But I might be tempted to return if they change the menu! read more

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This year's RW menu really showcased what NARO's capable of lol. Flavors, techniques, presentation & service were all on point. Their innovation & sophistication has won my heart. Flavors of each dish were so balanced and clean. Traditional flavors were carried out by the modern cooking techniques. Plating was simple yet elegant. I couldn't recommend NARO more. I'll definitely be back. read more

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I thought this meal was very "just ok," and I definitely would not return. It's probably more an objective 3/5 but price weighted a 2/5. Of the high end Korean tasting menus I've tried, Naro's was probably the least impressive. And of all the tasting menu's / "fancy restaurants" I've tried in NYC, it was probably the 2nd worst. They seemed to put a lot of thought into ingredients in dishes, but they just didn't work for me. There was only 1 dish that was great - the final strawberry dessert. There were 2.5 dishes I thought were good - the twigim (fluke), pear pavlova, and the octopus (0.5 since I personally do not like mustard, and this dish was heavily mustard, but I appreciated the concept) And most of the other dishes were just "ok" or underwhelming. One particularly disappointing dish was the "A5 wagyu," which I must say was probably the worst A5 wagyu I've ever eaten. I've never had A5 wagyu that wasn't tender, but this one was chewy and tough. Even looking at it, it was just slightly pink and not a deep pink that would suggest medium rare. The staff was quite friendly and I enjoyed the atmosphere, but I don't think I would go back unfortunately. read more

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After going to Atomix and hearing about the their new sister restaurant, NARO, I had to come check it out. The service at Atomix is top notch, the staff is very welcoming and warm; this is the same at NARO. You are immediately greeted by the hostess and several staff members who make pleasantries and small talk with you shortly after sitting. The food is really good, as expected as it is the sister restaurant of Atomix. I honestly think the dinner tasting menu is great value @ $165 pp. It's a great dining experience, there is a satisfying amount of food, all of which is delicious and presented beautifully. If I were a betting man, I'd definitely bet that NARO would gain a michelin star in the very near future. Interior of the restaurant is quite sterile and clean, which I liked as well. Very modern. read more

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The flavors were subtle but great. I'd personally like some more in your face. Fried octopus was amazing! Also loved the cod and beef patty. I wouldn't come back but I'd recommend if skating and you want a meal. read more

TLDR: good food, amazing service, smart looking interior, and relaxed vibes. Can't wait to come back and try dinner! Went with a friend for lunch on a Saturday. I was surprised that it was so easy to book, considering the reputation of the chefs. We got the Lunch tasting menu which comprised of one "snack," three savory courses and a dessert. We were very intrigued by the NARO bap that we saw online so we added that as well. Our meal started with the gim bugak which was essentially a fried piece of seaweed laver and they seasoned it with gochugaru and green tea powder. If you're not familiar with these, I think that these would impress you more. I'd be lying if I said these made me excited for the meal, however, they were delicious. I loved every other aspect of our meal: the octopus dish with the donchimi granita and radish was clean, light, acidic and a great start to our meal. The chicken Sanjeok was very tender and flavorful. I was surprised by the texture because I thought we would be served a chicken thigh or breast but it was a sausage and I quite enjoyed it, more than I thought I would. The NARO bowl was wagyu, egg custard, roe, chives and crispy rice. I'm such a fan of crispy rice and I found this to be extremely satisfying. If the price tag doesn't bother you, I suggest you add it. My friend and I shared both entrees of wagyu and halibut and I loved them both. The halibut was so tender and I really enjoyed the light, soju-based broth with the citrusy topping. The mushroom rice that was served with both dishes elevated the experience. The mushroom rice was one of our favorite parts of the entire meal. It had this doenjang emulsion that was great. The wagyu was served with kimchi juice which I found necessary to cut through the fattiness of wagyu. Dessert was my favorite part of lunch. The tasting menu dessert was injeolmi ice cream, brown rice caramel, a crumble and a cocoa tuile. So delicious. We were craving an additional sweet, so the waiter suggested the Kkwabaegi which he said was his favorite. Honestly, I grew up in Koreatown on the west coast and this was super nostalgic of the Korean doughnuts I ate growing up, but it didn't feel $20 to me. I think I'd go with one of the other dessert options in the future. The service at NARO was probably one of the best I've had recently. I remember accidentally ordering sparkling water for both me and my friend, but she wanted still. When they learned of this, one waiter picked up her glass of sparkling, another set down a clean glass, and a third filled the glass with still. This all happened in an extremely efficient motion. I was very impressed. My friend didn't even realize that they had switched out her water; it was that effortless. We had conversations with our waiters that made them feel very personable and fun. The interior is extremely sleek and modern with clean lines. I think its perfect for dates or special occasions. I want to say that I was a little apprehensive before coming because I saw a couple other reviews on Yelp that thought that this place was mid. I think I can understand why someone may be a little unimpressed some aspects of the menu - the seaweed chips and doughnut dessert weren't the most exciting, especiallly for the price tag. However, I've had a majority of the Korean/Korean fusion tasting menus in the city and I can say that this place holds its own. Overall: Book it before it gets popular! read more

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I bet this place is getting a Michelin star soon. My experience reminded me of a Korean version of n/naka. For $165 (pre-tax and pre-tip), the meal felt like a "bargain" but at the same time, I recognize that it's still an expensive meal. But for the variety and thoughtfulness, I felt it was worth it. - Ganjang Gejang (King Crab, Gim Bugak, Korean Spinach): The first course was my favorite. Great textures and subtle flavors. I could've eaten multiples of this for sure. - Sweet Pea Mandu (Ibse Mushroom, Wagyu, Tarragon): I liked it but I couldn't really taste any wagyu... it actually kind of tastes a bit peanut butter-y to me... it made me wonder if I was accidentally served the vegetarian menu for a split second - Striped Jack Mulhwe (Deodeok, Doenjang, Cucumber, Chopi): Possibly my second favorite course. Great, fresh flavors that surprisingly resulted in a different aftertaste after each bite. - Shrimp Jeon (Dogani, Bok Choy, Jalapeño Jangaji): Another favorite. It was like if someone had tasked the chefs at NARO with making the BEST seafood pancake they could. And they nailed it. - Sea Bass Gui (Potato Sujebi, Perilla Seed, Aehobak): ANOTHER solid course! Fish was cooked perfectly and the skin was crisp and flavorful. - Pennsylvania Golden Chicken (Ogok Bap, Woodear Mushroom, Daechu, Chrysanthemum): I'm starting to sound like a broken record but this was also fantastic. The chicken was perfectly tender and prepared so well. Very flavorful too. - Wagyu Tteokgalbi (Lotus Root Jorim, Abalone, Daepa): My biggest regret was that this otherwise fantastic meal ended on a bit of a low note when it came to the savory portion of the meal. This course was a smidge too salty and, to be honest, kind of reminded me of the filling of the bulgogi dumplings that are sold at Costco... My friend didn't even finish hers... - Raisin Tree Berry (Pickled Bhubarb. Rhubarb Tuile, Raisin Tree Berry Tea Sorbet): Fortunately, the dessert courses were a good course correct as this sorbet was unique and had a nice, bright flavor that balanced out the earlier savory courses. - Carrot (Carrot Cake, Daechu Cream, Black Walnut Ice Cream): This next dessert course was good too. I'm not the biggest fan of carrot cake but this was very solid. It's always fun when dessert is shaped like food too. - Petit Fours: Great end to the night. Every little bite was enjoyable. Overall, I am a bit weary of recommending it to people since high price tags come with high expectations. The menu also changes too which makes it even harder to recommend. I can only speak to my own experience here and my experience was great. read more

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Great Korean restaurant in rock center. Interest food in a very pretty and serene space. Good for both friends dinner and business dinners. Will go back. Try it you'll like it. read more

The interior echoes a bit, so it's not the best for conversations. However, the harmony between the ingredients was so fresh that it made eating enjoyable. It felt like every detail was carefully considered, and the dessert at the end, a corn ice cream that had a Korean style ingredient yet felt like a proper dessert, was quite memorable!! read more

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I came here on a Saturday afternoon to celebrate my 22nd birthday with my mom and I have to say Naro exceeded all my expectations We opted for the Pre-fixe lunch menu-- in which I thought was thoughtfully designed and tasted as good as it looked sitting on the plates. My mom particularly enjoyed her potato jeon appetizer which was perfectly crispy and well-executed. I loved my mulhwe appetizer as it was very citrusy and just a wonderful way to start the meal. The pace of each dish was on point and all the servers were incredibly attentive, thoughtful, and there was this super sweet girl at the end of our meal who gave me an extra candle for my cake! (Special shout-out to her ) Lastly, the interior is so sleek, elegant, and lightly dimmed which makes such a intimate and beautiful setting to celebrate anything special. can't wait to be back to try the tasting menu! read more

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Great food, friendly staffs and service but hard to find the restaurant from the street level. Interior ambiance was clean and modern look. read more

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My fiancé and I came for our anniversary dinner and it was the perfect spot. The food and service was incredible; the ambiance was lovely with a nod to traditional Korean designs without over doing it (though felt very slightly cramped). As a Korean, I especially appreciated how they did an incredible job of balancing the modern take and honoring and elevating the tradition flavors. Many of the dishes drew inspiration from more unique traditional dishes (eg onchae) which was another big plus. read more

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I had a mixed experience at this place. I took a friend here to celebrate her upcoming wedding. She's Korean, and I am a fan of high-end Korean restaurants so had high expectations for this place, and it fell short. - The ambience was a bit weird given that it's at the rink level of the Rockefeller center. We sat in front of a thin curtain separating us from the hallway where people walked, and you can see others skating outside the main door. It's a personal preference but at these price points I expect to not feel like I'm sitting in a mall? - Service throughout the evening was nice and attentive, but prior to coming I'd informed the restaurant of the occasion, and that she likes to be dairy free. Our waiter came over and asked if there was any dietary restriction, then forgot to tell us that the wine pairing only commences after the small bites (so we ordered cocktails a bit later than we otherwise would have). Fine, all forgivable small things. The worst part is they gave us a single scoop of ice cream with a candle on top as the 'free' gift. It's not a birthday?!? And the person being celebrated doesn't like dairy?? Sorry, this was a huge miss for me (and I paid almost $900 for 2 at the end of it). I ended up getting another round of champagne after dinner, but to be frank you could've given us a free round of the cheap kind. I truly don't understand why restaurants of this calibre don't treat their patrons better. Is it because we look young? It's not because we are Asian because this is an Asian restaurant What's great is the wine pairing. I do think this is the best wine pairing I have ever had in NYC. The food was great for the most part. The Striped Jack Mulhwe was good but not memorable, and I don't like chicken especially at fancy restaurants (maybe with the exception of the Torrisi chicken) Truly hope they figure out the kinks because otherwise this is not worth going all the way uptown for, and there is fierce competition at these price points - Jua, 63 Clinton, etc. read more

We didn't have a reservation (error on my end) even though I thought I did. And I found out as I was checking in! Total nightmare and could have been a disaster- they could have easily brushed me off. However, despite the restaurant clearly being busy at noon and filling up quick, the team here were heroes and quickly found a way to rearrange tables to carve us out a spot. Whoever is the maitre d that checked me in - I owe you and thank you. In general the service here was top notch - super on top of things, helpful and attentive. We ordered the two course prix-fixe ($52pp with $15 supplement if wagyu) and food came out quickly. I got fish for both courses - app was more like a ceviche and then the main was a cooked halibut. The main comes with the most amazing bowl of rice topped with a generous helping of mushrooms. Everything elegantly plated. The rock center complex isn't always the easiest to navigate, but the main concourse by the ski rink underwent some reno last few years and new spots like Naro are not at all what you'd expect. Really fresh/roomy seating, quiet enough to have good conversation but lively. Would absolutely come back and plan to. read more

NARO has some pretty hit or miss items on their a la carte menu. For the price point, I hate to say that there were more misses than hits. The potato jeon was probably the most memorable, and it was quite delicious. The NARO bap and halibut sooljim left something to be desired. Service was impeccable and the space is actually quite nice. read more

I love NARO. The staff is great, knowledgeable and attentive. The founders and managers are almost always around and come check on each table. They really accommodate you to make the experience the best possible. The food is great. - The rice and mushrooms that comes with the main courses is very tasteful and well seasoned. - halibut sooljjim is crispy on the outside, moist on the inside, the greens were a bit bitter but they are just the traditional Korean greens (that's how they taste). Chervil and broth are a nice add. - wagyu (a little more rare) is very tasty and served with kimchi - pork belly bap was super tasty. Lots of fat on the pork, bigger portion than my main dish (halibut) and filling! Rice was well seasoned. It was a rich dish and I definitely recommend it! - non-caffeine spice tea was quite cinnamon-y - caffeinated tea was perfect with lunch. They show you the loose leaves when they serve you the tea in the cup Decor is nice, quite dark, but the layout for tables of 2 in a circular shape is well thought out. Lunch can get a little loud inside the main room. There is also a private room for private events The cocktails are great, the food is good, the team is welcoming and super pro. Perfect for lunch/drinks/dinner with colleagues, your loved ones or for a date ! read more

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Be aware of charges for champagne!! Please ask before they decided for you!! We got charge a crazy close to $300 for 2 glasses!! Didn't try the food though. Won't be back read more

NARO is truly paying homage to Korean cuisine while innovating staples to a higher level. The positivity started with their staff. The host was polite & quick, my waiter was kind & knowledgeable, the sommelier was a great conversationalist, & the manager was gracious. Next came their strong bar program. The Ibha Sour was recommended by my waiter & it was so good I ordered it twice. The Daehan Old Fashioned was easily the best Asian interpretation of a classic Old Fashioned I've ever had. The sommelier, as expected, chose a perfect wine to pair with my main course. I did their Lunch A La Carte starting with the Potato Jeon, followed by the Pork Belly Bap & Wagyu. Each had multiple elements from my mother's traditional Korean cooking & brought back a positive nostalgia I have never had in such a high-level of dining. I recall hearing of NARO through some SoCal restaurant's social media & I am so happy that I finally had the chance to enjoy NARO on my first trip to the city. I highly & wholeheartedly recommend NARO to anyone. read more

NARO - Pork Belly Bap - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

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I went here for a work dinner last night with a client and we ate a la carte at the bar, but ended up ordering most of the menu, so we still got to try many things. The food was probably a 4/5 overall for me. We really enjoyed the pork belly bap and the potato appetizer. But there were a couple dishes like the fish that I thought were a little forgettable. Drinks were a 5/5. We only had one cocktail each but they were really special and unique. We also had the house tea with dessert which was truly exceptional and I'm about to call this place tonight to see if I can buy a bag of it. Service was outstanding. At a bar setting, the experience is extra defined by the service because it's so much more close up and the service is really front and center. Kyle was the primary person we spoke with and his attention to detail was outstanding. He had very in depth knowledge on every ingredient and dish and he shared it in approachable ways. He also was great at reading the room and interjecting at the right time which is a special skill. He was training another employee behind the bar and my colleague and I both noticed that he was doing so in a very thoughtful way without being condescending or bossy at all. In a culture of often toxic kitchens across high end culinary scenes, his behavior stood out as professional, kind, and collaborative. We noticed that several other employees also exhibited really impressive attention to detail that was exceptional. And the employees seemed to be genuinely excited about the food and the concept. They appear to have a really cohesive culture and vision. The vibes overall at this place were a little mixed and hard to read. To some other reviewers' points, the location is a little strange! Overall though I'm definitely a fan and would return again, even just for a drink since they were so special and unique. read more

From the makers of Atomix (my other favorite Korean food in the city), comes Naro! Food, yes, amazing. Funny enough my friend and j much preferred the Veggie tasting menu which was really impressive. I've always said you can tell a lot about a place by how they make their vegetables. Also, portion sizes are very generous. I'd say we left overly full. Cocktails also, amazing. I mean, I can't really say more, if you're on the edge just go. It's a great menu, and for the price, it is definitely worth it. Bathroom review: bathrooms were so nice. The toilet paper had hexagonal shapes cut into them and there was an essential oils thing in there, smelled fabulous. read more

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From the team at Atomix, which has two MichelinnStars. Naro is every bit as good but at half the price. Hurry and go before they receive their Michelin Star and prices go up! read more

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