The Best Korean Restaurants in New York City

Atomix in New York offers a carefully curated tasting menu rooted in Korean traditions, led by Junghyun and Ellia Park. Their thoughtful approach and warm hospitality create a welcoming atmosphere that reflects a genuine dedication to quality.

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Jorge Vallejo

Chef at Quintonil

Another power couple I think are doing amazing stuff is Ellia and JP Park. They've been very brave to go outside Korea and start a little restaurant empire in New York and what they've achieved has not been easy. The flavors and everything else is perfect in their restaurant. I really believe they are one-of-a-kind.

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Atoboy is the first restaurant from Chef Junghyun and Ellia Park, offering innovative Korean-inspired cuisine in New York. Their approach draws on the city’s energy to create a modern dining style that feels both approachable and fresh. It’s a comfortable spot for anyone looking to experience a new take on classic flavors.

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Mitchell Davis

Voracious Eater

Korean-inspired bistro with beautifully composed dishes.Korean-inspired bistro with beautifully composed dishes in an urban environment. Fixed price menu with many selections to choose from. Worth adding the fried chicken.

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COTE Korean Steakhouse is America’s first and only Michelin-starred Korean steakhouse, bringing together the buzz of Korean barbecue and the comfort of a classic American steakhouse. It offers top-quality ingredients, a big wine list, and a fun, interactive setting that lets you be part of the cooking experience. The welcoming atmosphere and knowledgeable staff make it an inviting choice for meat lovers seeking something special.

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Cris Manuchakian

Food Marketing, São Paulo

Korean steakhouse in Flatiron/ NYC.Beautiful design and excellent service.Dry-aged steaks and in-table grills where guests​ can cook the meat themselves. For the lovers of great beef. #michelinstar

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Jungsik in New York presents a modern take on Korean cooking in a refined setting. It blends fresh ideas with classical influences, creating a thoughtful and memorable dining experience. The relaxed yet upscale surroundings make it a welcoming choice for those seeking something distinct.

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Mimi Lan

Chef/ Consultant/ Foodie

I have always loved Korean food but thought it was only limited to bbq. Didn’t know there was so much more to Korean food until Jungsik. And have never seen or tasted such an exquisite meal from start to finish, hands down the best tasting menu ever. It was beyond a delicious meal. It was creative, luxurious, authentic yet next-level foods. We were blown away.

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Nudibranch is a small, sophisticated spot in New York’s East Village led by Jeff Kim and Matthew Lee. They offer a concise, three-course prix fixe menu that blends Korean, Chinese, Japanese, and American influences in a fresh way. It’s a welcoming place to enjoy a modern dining experience in the heart of the city.

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Joshua David Stein

Writer

A small but sophisticated East Village restaurant redefining New American cuisineHelmed by Jeff Kim and Matthew Lee, each of whom have spent time in the city's best kitchens, nudibranch offers a concise three-course prix fixe menu drawing from Korean, Chinese, Japanese and American vernacular cuisines. (Think frog leg's with lemongrass or map scungilli)

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Nōksu is a small 15-seat tasting counter tucked away in a subway station near Herald Square. Led by Chef Dae Kim, who trained at Per Se, it offers a multi-course menu centered on seafood. The intimate setting invites diners seeking a carefully crafted experience in the heart of Manhattan.

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Pia Bendel

Food journalist/editor

Nõksu, a hidden Korean fine dining restaurant inside a subway station in the middle of Manhattan, hadn't even been open for four weeks when I visited in the beginning of November. The fixed menu contains thirteen dishes, as many as seats the restaurant has. The head chef Dae Kim is Per Se trained and this is not least noticeable in the aesthetics, also in perfect flavors and compositions.

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