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ARIARI
Master Critic Review
ARIARI
8.6
A Busan-inspired East Village spot that leans into pristine seafood and modern Korean comfort. The menu is built for sharing, balancing briny, spicy, and deeply fermented flavors with a polished gastropub vibe.
Must-Try Dishes:
Scallop DIY gimbap, Uni cream bibimbap, Kimchi jjigae
Scores:
Value: 7.4
Service: 8.3
Consistency: 8.6
Food Quality: 9
Atmosphere: 8.1
Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: Busan-style seafood-driven Korean plates rarely done this well downtown.
Who should go: Seafood lovers and small-plates crews.
When to visit: Weeknight dinner for easier seating.
What to order: Scallop gimbap, uni bibimbap, kimchi jjigae.
Insider tip: Ask which banchan are house-fermented that week.