ZipPicks Awards
Best Korean in Belmont & Fordham
Master Critic Review
Go Hyang Jip
7.7
Go Hyang Jip is a small Korean grocery in Bedford Park where locals stock up on pantry staples, snacks, and produce you won’t find in standard supermarkets. It’s more of an everyday supply stop than a sit-down restaurant, but for home cooks in the area, it’s the most direct line to traditional Korean ingredients in ZIP 10458.
Must-Try Dishes:
Dried Aster Scaber greens, Korean pears, Assorted Korean pantry staples (noodles, sauces, snacks)
Scores:
Value: 7.4
Service: 7.9
Consistency: 8.2
Food Quality: 7.8
Atmosphere: 6
Cultural Relevance: 7.5
What makes it special: Neighborhood Korean market offering hard-to-find staples and snacks.
Who should go: Home cooks craving real Korean ingredients nearby.
When to visit: Daytime hours when shelves are fully stocked.
What to order: Dried aster scaber, Korean pears, favorite pantry staples.
Insider tip: Ask the owners for cooking tips on unfamiliar ingredients.