Everything here was really good! No misses. My friends and I shared a few items, highly recommend: - Galbijim - Gamjatang - Eel - Cold noodles - Bossam One of the best korean food I've had in NYC read more

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After a few days in New York, my mom wanted Korean food... I expected it! :) We did not make reservations as we were coming for lunch. When we walked in, we were seated almost immediately. The ambiance is modern, dark, with a slight twist of the Korean feel by utilizing the color brown. The service was slow as our server in particular seemed a little overwhelmed. After studying the menu and glancing at other tables to see what they got, the table next to us gave us recommendations. So there is what we ordered... Galbi Jjim (slow braised beef short rib) added the Bokkeumbab (fried rice) - Flavor was on point and the meat was tender. We were advised to leave some meat for the fried rice which is prepared table side. They chop up the remaining meat and added rice and other stuff to the plate and mixed it for you. You then wait for it to heat up to slightly scorch the rice before you enjoy it. 5/5 Byeong-uh Jeorim (spicy braised pomfret with radish) - We had to let it simmer for a while before eating as it didn't look like a jeorim. Once it simmered down, the flavor was good. I placed a piece of fish, radish, and sauce over my rice for a good bite. 4/5 Mini Sooyook (slow cooked pork belly) - We waited for it and it never came. When we inquired, our server said he forgot to put in the order. I regretted getting it since It was a little porky for me. 2/5 The banchans and dishes/plates used gave a very authentic Korean feel. I somehow expected the food to taste fusion but I was surprised how authentic it was. read more

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Great for a group Korea town dinner! E. chose the spot and opened ordering with, "Who is in for hot soup" And most of us obediently raised our hands despite the 95 degree high of the day. The kimchi as a part of the banchan is solid. Galbi jjim is impressive wow, so tender and the Bokkeumbab add-on to the galbi jjim pot is a must. The servers are efficient and gracious, offering to cut up the noodles if desired. They are attentive and I appreciated how quickly they brought us extra napkins or anything else we requested. The Jang uh (eel) is amazing if you like unagi. And the kimchi jeongol is excellent too. Good-sized portions to share. Cold barley tea served with the meal. Make sure you make a reservation well in advance. Well-worth the experience. read more

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I was able to get a last-minute reservation when they just opened at 5 pm. The place gets busy by 5:30 even on weekdays. The banchan are good, with unlimited refills, except for pajeon. Jokal muchim (cold pork feet salad) - it is spicy and lacks sliced pork feet, but has lots of cabbage. Golbaengi somyeon (spicy snail salad with wheat noodle) - it is spicy but refreshing on a hot day but I do wish they have more noodles to help with the spice. Galbi tang (beef short rib with glass noodles) - comfort broth with tender short rib and daikon read more

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Despite the fierce competition for Korean food in the area, Olle is one of the better/best restaurants for a nice, authentic Korean meal. Staff is incredibly pleasant and helpful, so I'd give them 5 stars just for the service. Everything is high quality here, as evidenced by their boricha (barley tea) and banchan (complimentary side dishes). They're known for their Naengmyeon (cold noodles), which are quite refreshing on a hot day and pair well with most of their other spices entrees. However, I'd highly recommend the Galbi kimchi and Galbi jjim (beef stew), the latter of which serves two. The meat is so tasty and flavorful, with a blend of sweet, savory, and spicy. Only two things I'd critique is the price (you're paying for the quality so I'd say it's still worth it), and that our Galbi jjim unexpectedly exploded, causing hot oil to pop off and burn my friend's face. Staff was apologetic and helpful, but it was quite a painful scare. Otherwise, I'd highly recommend Olle if you're looking for a high-quality meal. read more

Olle - Galbi jjim - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

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Overall: 5 stars Love the flavor profile of the Korean food here that has a nice balance between different tastes. I appreciated their accommodating nature as well when I was late by an hour due to some gnarly mechanical issues from public transit. (Kimchi Galbi: A) - Delicious broth that looks incredibly spicy but is actually incredibly flavorful with a tomato forward premise. The meat is tender and I loved how they served it with a quarter head of cabbage. (Galbi Tang: B) - Comforting, warm clear broth with extremely tender short rib and daikon. The contents were a bit minimal though and I wished I found more aside from scallions inside. (Banchan: A+) - Love the side dishes from the seafood pancake to the japchae to the seasoned greens that covers all the food groups. This makes up for the minimal nature of the Galbi Tang. Food: +2 Presentation: E Price: E Atmosphere: E Service: +1 Menu: +1 Insta/Yelp/Beli: @amei_eats Insta/TikTok: @ameizing.race read more

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Came here with a friend after work. This is one of his go to Korean spots. The place has a rustic modern vibe and has tables upstairs. They serve really tasty banchan (complimentary side dishes). The table also gets a complimentary barley tea/drink in a glass bottle. Started off with honguh jjim which is a fish appetizer dish, and it was good and didn't have a fishy smell. For my main, I got the sullingtang (bone marrow soup) which comes with noodles on the side. This was solid dish and really enjoyed the soup base. If you're in the mood for sullongtang and in the Ktown area in NYC, I would recommend Olle. read more

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Came here on a saturday evening at 5:30 PM with a reservation, and were seated immediately. The interior was very modern, and the waiters were quick to take our orders and refill our banchans and barley teas. The banchans were some of the better ones I've had in comparison to other korean restaurants in the city, with items such as tteokbokki and seafood pancake. I tried the spicy cold noodles and the galbi jjim, which were both delicious. I loved how the galbi jjim was served over a flame, and how tender and juicy the meat was. I also loved how chewy the cold noodles were. read more

Olle - Galbi jjim, spicy cold noodles, banchans - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

Stopped by Olle for a spontaneous lunch after getting off a 5-hour bus ride and was seated right away. The space leans dark and modern, much more upscale than a typical "mom-and-pop" shop. They brought out banchan (kimchi, spinach, pajeon, and soy-marinated egg) soon after I ordered, and all four were excellent. The kimchi was fresh and crisp with a light sweetness and spice. The pajeon is clearly a fan favorite and easy to see why. GAMJA TANG - 20.95 +9.99 for soondae (6 pieces) The gamja tang portion was massive, which was honestly overwhelming after I wolfed down the banchan. It came loaded with pork bone meat (more bone and fat than meat) and potatoes in a thick, spicy broth. The broth itself was quite thick since there's also some potatoes. The broth was flavorful but quite salty, and hard to access under the pile of bones. I also didn't feel like enjoying it with rice since I was too full. The soondae was underwhelming; it was dry and falling apart, not worth the add-on. I definitely over ordered and couldn't finish. The gamja tang wasn't my favorite, so I'll try something lighter next time (maybe the galbi tang). That said, the banchan alone makes Olle worth visiting -- definitely dine in for the full experience. If you are looking for a hole-in-the-wall vibe, though, this isn't it. read more

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I was craving some galbitang on my last day in NYC so I decided to stop by Olle. The restaurant ambiance is fantastic - and I loved how it was very clean and modern. It is also is in a prime location just outside of the main Koreatown area. There were also a lot of Korean people eating here, which is always a good indicator that the food is authentic. Unfortunately, the galbitang here missed the mark. It came out lukewarm, the broth lacked depth and flavor, and the meat was chewy. I've had many better galbitangs in the Bay Area. I'd say it's pricey for what you get. I probably would skip this place if you specifically want to eat galbitang. read more

Dinner for 4 at Olle was FANTASTIC!! The Galbi Jjim is NOT TO BE MISSED! So delicious. We ordered the fried rice add on but forgot to leave some Galbi to be mixed in lol. We also ordered the braised Bork bone stew, cold noodles and the pork belly. Everything was so good. We also ordered the chestnut makgeolli and the guys were a bit suspicious but everyone ended up having multiple rounds. The staff was also very generous with the bonchon which is always a positive with me! Everything is also decently priced too! Highly recommend, can't wait to come back! read more

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Have been meaning to come to Olle for a while and had a lovely dinner! My cousin and I made a reservation for Friday night, and luckily we were seated right away. They have two floors from what I remember, and it was nearly a full house! I loved the dimly-lit, low-contrast ambiance and the wooden designs, making for an intimate and cozy space with good service. The banchan (side dishes) were also amazing, all very flavorful and complemented our entrees well. We ordered the golbaengi somyeon and mini galbi + mool naengmyun duo, although maybe next time I'd order one more thing for 2 people: Golbaengi somyeon (4/5): I was craving golbaengi (sea snail? whelk?) because I feel like it's not a very common ingredient and so was super excited to get it! It had a lovely chewiness to it like a meaty shellfish that worked well with the spicy marinade and balanced with the clean, refreshing somyeon, which are just thin flour-based noodles (almost flavorless imo, but in a good way). I think it could have been more proportionate with the amount of golbaengi and noodles because there was more of the spicy marinated vegetables - personally would've liked more noodles to help with the spice. Mini galbi + mool naengmyun (4.5/5): Loved this classic combo; the galbi was caramelized aromatically and the mool naengmyun (cold noodles) was especially so yummy, so palatable and cut through the richness of the beef with the icy and slightly acidic broth. read more

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I have never been so disappointed in a NYC restaurant before. We ordered the galbi jjim and the bokkeumbab. I wanted to go to a different restaurant but we were pressed for time since we had to leave for the airport. Maybe I don't know a lot of the prices for Korean restaurants in Manhattan, but the pricing for this restaurant was pretty ridiculous. When the galbi jjim came out, my meat was COLD. There were some pieces that were lukewarm and others that were not warm. On top of that, the server was a little rude and I understand he was trying to help us with the fried rice. The server kind of gave us attitude and treated like I didn't know what dol sot was (even though I'm Korean). Also, all of this was almost $100 and the portions were not big considering other restaurants I've been to that had galbi jjim. read more

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Olle had been on my/my husband's radar for a while and we were able to snag a last minute Saturday night resy, which was so exciting!! We ended up sharing a small order of the Galbi with the fried rice add-on, along with the cold spicy noodles. Then, of course, got to enjoy some of the banchan! Banchan - all were deliciously prepared, it was a bit busy when we went so we weren't able to request more but all the pairings were soooo yummy. Cold spicy noodles - delightful amount of spice, they also offered to cut it for us which made sharing easier Galbi - meat was cooked perfectly. Flavors all melded really well. Then they turned it into fried rice?!?! Incredible. It was so hard to be patient and let the flavors meld into the rice before digging in, but it was so worth it. We also shared some makgeoli, which was delicious and paired well with everything we ate. Would recommend! read more

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So I am a cold noodle fanatic. When I was in South Korea last November for then days, I had cold noodles eight times. Yes, that means almost everyday and maybe double up certain days. I just love the briny broth. I am literally salivating right now as I write this review. Until I went here, the only place that had cold noodles at par with Korea is a place in NJ. However, IG suggested this place because brother AI is watching. After boxing, I decided to go here to try it out. I realized I did not know about this place because they are not on UberEats. I will say the cold noodle slapped. This will do when I am craving cold noodles during the coming summer in NYC. However, it is the only place that didn't have a piece or two of boiled beef... I had to ding them a star for this. However, aside from that, impressed. read more

Came here on a cold January afternoon for some even colder Korean noodles. The line was pretty short and it only took 15 minutes from our walk-in to get a table. Great service and atmosphere, with lots of seating and friendly staff. I ordered the mini galbi + mool naengmyeon. My friend ordered the bibim naengmyeon, which actually had a pretty different broth and only the faintest hints of spiciness. I was very happy with my dish- the noodles and soup were ice cold, while the galbi was nice and warm, creating a great balance as I alternated between the two dishes. The broth was light and refreshing, with that perfect blend of sweet and sour, and I ended up drinking all of it. The galbi was tender and flavorful, and the flame beneath it kept burning for most of our meal, keeping it hot. Given the weather outside, I left glad that I ordered something warm. read more

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Olle and Moono are competing to be my favorite to go casual dinner spot. Both places are very similar, but I'd give Moono the edge because of the desserts. The Shiregi Galbi was decent. I think the overall flavours could've been a bit more potent. I didn't really feel the galibi's presence and I think the brother could've used a hint of salt, but I still liked it overall because it reminds me of the Chinese Sauerkraut soup; they have pungent flavours, can bathe a main of your choice, and serve very well with rice. The main difference is that Chinese Sauerkraut is more on the sour side, while the Shiregi is more on the fermented side. The Sooyok was quite bland actually. The condiments were not nearly as strong as it should be, making the plate taste weak. Also definitely not worth for its price point. The Hooshik Naengmyon was a palette cleanser and could be a substitute for rice. I didn't get a chance to try the spicy one because some folks at the table wanted mild. Definitely a skippable plate. The last two mains left a really strong impression for the restauraunt: the Galbi jjim + Bokkeumbab and Hongguh jjim. The Galbi jjim was surprisingly very sweet, even though it looked plain. The Bokkeumbab is a nice addition to utilize the rest of the sauce, but I don't think the sweetness completely translated to the rice. The skate (Hongguh jjim) is a must eat! Like the Galbi jjim, the skate is sweet and tender, which again surprised me because the plated looked like a soy sauce steamed fish with paprika. It seems to be a restaurant favorite and I completly agree with that statement. Despite expressing great interest in only two plates, I came here for a family dinner and the vibes were great. We had a large party with multiple kids and everyone enjoyed their meal. Hopefully we won't be tired of Korean food in the future because we are definitely coming back. Still would really like a dessert menu though. read more

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Came here tonight and what a wonderful meal! At this point, there are many Korean restaurants in the city... which makes us all lucky. What sets Olle apart is the care I can tell they put in the food. It helped I had someone who knows what to order but I can also tell from the other tables, that everything here is probably good . read more

Olle - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

This is such an amazing spot for galbi jjim in ktown. They operate on a 90% walk-in only which makes it really convenient to get a seat. The mood is nice and intimate, but still good for groups. They offer a mini version of their popular dishes, like galbi jjim, and naengmyeon so it's good to sample. I've never had a bad experience here as both the food and service are excellent. Their dishes are very flavorful and always cooked well. I also can't rave enough about their selection of banchan. Everything is fresh and changed out regularly. read more

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Amazing service, food and vibes. Place is great when you don't have a resy and want some homey korean food, though you cannot leave here without ordering the galbijim. I think its better than cho dang gol since its less hype and easier to grab a table. The cutlery and gold plating is an elegant touch and the soybean paste soup is very cozy and rich for the winter season. Mandu is delicate and tasty with a great dipping sauce, and all the sides were perfectly prepared. Kimchi is super fresh and the fried rice to finish off the galbijim is the only way to go. Love this spot and one of my go tos in the area. read more

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One of my favorite Korean spots in NYC! I love love love their free side dishes (marinated egg + potato pancake especially!). Their stews are also delicious, love the kimchi pork one! I always recommend this place to my family and friends. The interior and service is nice too! They also serve cold barley tea which is a plus read more

Olle has been on my list since it opened, and I finally got around to trying it. They're known for their galbijjim and cold noodles so that's exactly what we got. The server was helpful and recommended the bibim naengmyeon to go with the galbi jjim since we both like spicy food. It definitely hit the spot and the noodles were the perfect texture. The cocktails were a bit too sweet for my liking so next time would skip them, or get wine instead. They're a much larger restaurant than I thought - they even have upstairs seating available. Great for date nights and group dinners. read more

Olle - Galbi-jjim - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

I've been here about 2 years ago, and idk why I took so long to come back. The food was so good!! They had a pretty good banchan spread. We ordered gamja-tang, bossam, nangmyeon, galbi-jjim and golbaengi-muchim. None of the dishes disappointed at all. Wish they had a dessert menu read more

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Delicious galbijim and cold noodles (I prefer the spicy one). The banchan is also amazing. I could eat here everyday. You can ask for vinegar and mustard to eat with the cold noodles read more

Olle - Left - cold noodles Right - spicy cold noodles (order this!!) - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

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We were craving Korean cold noodles on a humid, stormy night, and this spot came up as a recommendation. Although Ktown was quite crowded for a weekday dinner, we arrived with empty stomachs and open minds. Thankfully, we scored bar seats-an intimate yet underrated move for those who just want good food without a long wait. We ordered: Honguh Jjim - Steamed skate fish in soy-garlic vinaigrette Mool Naengmyeon Bibim Naengmyeon The service was attentive without being overbearing. Due to the heat, I'd keep an eye out for flies, as they tended to hover around the dishes. A server quickly replaced our flatware and banchan when we flagged an issue, which we appreciated. The food was refreshing and full of umami in every bite. The Bibim Naengmyeon, in particular, had a nice kick-great for those who enjoy sriracha or chili oil. Surprisingly, I enjoyed all of the banchan that came out, which isn't always the case for me. Would definitely come back for the cold noodles-or to try more of their other noodle dishes! read more

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Upscale korean restaurant with awesome food! Came on a Thursday evening at 6pm and it was already packed. However, they were able to immediately seat our party of 8 (3 adults and 5 kids) upstairs at the perfect table in the back of the restaurant. My friend thinks it's because they didn't want our kids disturbing anyone, but I loved our semi-private space that was right next to a bathroom! The food was pricey but phenomenal. We got the galbi tang, ong-uh jjim (Steamed skate fish in soy-garlic vinaigrette), aeyook bokkeum (spicy pork belly stir fry topped with scallion), and hiregi galbi (soybean-paste perilla seed stew with beef short ribs & dried radish leaves). The complimentary ban chan dishes were also terrific! All delicious and carefully made. Pricey but worth it! read more

Came here without any expectations and was very pleasantly surprised by the food! I ordered the Galbi Tang, and it was probably the best one I've had in K-Town. (I don't know if that's a high bar to clear but take it for what you will) My girlfriend got the Shiregi Galbi, which was also super tasty. Portion sizes were pretty generous, and the Banchan had unlimited reviews, which was super clutch. Service was really attentive and friendly - I left my CC after eating here by accident and they were really accommodating in letting me come and retrieve it, even when the restaurant was closed when I came. Will definitely come back and try some of the other menu items! read more

It's good Korean food but nothing crazy. Lowkey occasional pieces of the galbijim I felt were kind of dry/lacking flavor. I really liked the cut up meat + fried rice tho. Naengmyun was also good but I think maybe tosokchon is better. The soup was fine but I'm just not that big of a fan of soup. Banchan was good! Seating and vibes inside were great. read more

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I understand the hype-- the side dishes were delightful, the soup was warm, and the ambience was nice-- solid little date spot that some of my friends attend to! Cheers! read more

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Amazing cold noodles (we both preferred the spicy version), dumplings, and pork/kimchi soup. We'd probably skip the galbi next time. read more

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Food: The food is delicious here! The banchan was amazing and probably the best banchan I've had at any Korean restaurant. They had small Korean pancakes, spinach, rice cakes, kimchi, onions, fish cakes, and radish. Every banchan dish was so good. We ordered individual dishes (cold noodles, seolleotang with noodles) and then a braised short rib to share. Every dish was so enjoyable, and I would recommend all of them. Service: Service was phenomenal. The staff were friendly and welcoming. They were very attentive and kept checking in with us. We were celebrating a birthday, and they were kind enough to provide plates and forks for our cake without an additional charge. They told us they normally charge a fee for cake but wouldn't for us since it wasn't busy at the time. Ambiance: The restaurant is a good size and can accommodate both small and large groups. Seating is comfortable, and the restaurant is kept clean. Decor is also really nice. Overall, I would highly recommend this restaurant and can't wait to go back! read more

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Inspired by Jeju Island, known for its unique local ingredients and distinct flavors different from many mainland Korean dishes. Service: Good Quantity: Fair Cleanliness: Fair Price: Fair Appetizer: Jokbal Muchim (Cold Pork Feet Salad) - $15.96 A great choice for a hot summer day -- lightly spicy and tangy, with just enough sweetness to balance the heat. Refreshing and flavorful. Main Dish: Mool Naengmyeon (Cold Noodles) - $19.95 Cold, crisp, and perfectly refreshing. The balance of tang and gentle sweetness is spot on, with juicy Korean pear adding a burst of flavor. The noodles had that ideal thin-yet-chewy texture, cooked just right. Absolutely loved this dish! While the flavors are bold and satisfying, I did notice a couple of tiny gnats -- perhaps drawn by the aromatic dishes -- and the lively atmosphere can make conversation a bit challenging during peak hours. A touch more sound absorption could make the dining experience even better. Overall: A wonderful spot to explore vibrant Jeju-style flavors read more

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The food and service is really good! The servers were very attentive and noted whenever we needed more banchan or water without asking. I was surprised that the restaurant had two floors. The upstairs also had a bar seating area, booths, and regular seats. My friend and I ordered 뼈다구감자탕 GAMJA TANG, 물냉면 MOOL NAENGMYEON, and 비빔냉면 BIBIM NAENGMYEON. Everything was delicious and portion sizes were good. I loved the BIBIM NAENGMYEON, but it was on the sweeter side. This is good for someone who likes spicy but also wants it a bit sweet. I highly recommend and I'm curious to try their other menu options. I'll definitely be back. read more

Olle - 뼈다구감자탕 GAMJA TANG - Korean Near Me - New York, New York

Came here for the Galbi jjim and was not disappointed! When I saw videos of it online and how it was prepared at your table I had to try. The theatrics of how the bone and how the finish preparation at your table was a nice touch. To add to it I was surprised at the unlimited banchan. We ordered Seolleongtang as well but the Galbi Jjim was so good that it really overshadowed what felt like more subtle flavors of the ox bone broth. The staff here was great and super attentive. The location is more on the cozy side but that is pretty par for the course and it was a chill not overly loud vibe. Defintely worth a visit if you are near by! read more

Thought the cold noodles were great and lived up to the hype for sure! Would go back again to order just these We sampled other dishes which were also great but did not think they stood out as much as the cold noodles. The bon chon was also amazing and the waiter was super generous with refilling them for us! The interior is decorated super well too and it's a great place for a nice sit down. read more

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Very tasty Wife thought it a little too sweet The kalbi jjim was good but again sweet The banchan is stellar A lot of $$ for just good read more

Food: Came for the dinner menu and ordered 3 main dishes to share: Sooyook, Jang Uh, and Mool Naengmyeon. First of all, I have to commend the side dishes as it is fresh, plentiful, and really tasty. Couldn't get enough. Everyone genuinely was just very delicious and well executed. The sooyook consists of boiled pork belly with accompanying delicious pastes and raw garlic and jalapeños. With such a fatty cut, it sounds counterintuitive to boil it but it really helps to tenderize the porky goodness. The Jang Uh was also a banger with its soy marinated, lightly charred goodness. Very reminiscent of Japanese style uni and accompanied by delicious mushroom morsels. The cold noodles were a nice refreshing tart bite that really helped to revitalize the taste buds. Service: The wait staff was efficient and got our food relatively quickly. Highly recommend getting a reservation because it definitely gets filled up fast. Ambiance: Really enjoy the moody cozy vibes. Elevated but not too stuffy for the regular commoner. The dark decor and low lighting makes you feel like you're in a speakeasy. read more

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Went for a weekday lunch. Was a late lunch, so no wait and was sat immediately. Ordered a couple of the soups. They were pretty good - the banchan was also good. Only gripe was the slow service. read more

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Solid Korean spot with more of a traditional flare compared to other trendy restaurants in K-Town. Decently sized place with two floors of seating and nice waitstaff. We tried several dishes here and most were all pretty good. The gamja jungol had tender pork and flavorful soup, the golbaengi somyeon's sea snail was fresh and paired well with the cold wheat noodles, I especially liked the gul gook which was a oyster soup that was very clean tasting without being fishy. We also tried the jang uh which was eel that came with garlic, mushrooms and seaweed that you can make little wraps- really delish too! The only thing that was mid was just this bulgogi beef fatty thing which was a bit dry. Overall, really delicious dinner! read more

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The galbi jjim and nengmyun combo is the best! Definitely worth getting even though it's a bit pricey. Both dishes were well made and the service was also quick. The waiters also refilled the banchan when we ran out. The restaurant itself is very spacious so we didn't have to wait to long when we walked in. read more

Olle - Korean Near Me - New York, New York