Best Korean Restaurants in Gramercy & Flatiron (10010)
5 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Cote Korean Steakhouse
Michelin-level Korean BBQ with steakhouse-grade cuts and pacing.
Essential Picks
9.1
Vibes:
Luxury Dining Elite
Trendy Table Hotspots
Group Dining Gatherings
Birthday & Celebration Central
A Michelin-starred Korean steakhouse that marries Korean BBQ ritual with serious steakhouse precision—immaculate cuts, tableside pacing, and a polished, high-energy room. It’s at its best when you commit to a curated set and let the staff drive the arc from banchan into the beef.
Must-Try Dishes:
Butcher’s Feast, Korean BBQ bacon (thick-cut pork belly), Dry-aged ribeye (seasonal selection)
What makes it special: Michelin-level Korean BBQ with steakhouse-grade cuts and pacing.
Notable Picks
#2
Jua
8.8
A wood-fired, modern Korean prix-fixe that layers Korean flavors with fine-dining control—clean smoke, tight seasoning, and composed plating. The best meals feel like a guided progression: snacks, a focused run of mains, then a calm finish without over-ordering.
Must-Try Dishes:
Prix-fixe tasting menu (wood-fired courses), Gim bugak with caviar (seasonal), Smoked or crudo-style fish course (seasonal)
What makes it special: A wood-fired Korean prix-fixe with Michelin-level focus and restraint.
#3
Mista Oh
8.2
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Group Dining Gatherings
Family Friendly Favorites
Trendy Table Hotspots
A Flatiron Korean comfort-and-BBQ spot that’s strongest when you order like a balanced table: one grill item, one stew, and a rice anchor. It’s reliable for groups who want classic Korean flavors without the ceremony or price point of the high-end rooms.
Must-Try Dishes:
Korean BBQ set (mixed meats), Soon dubu (soft tofu stew), Kimchi fried rice
What makes it special: Classic Korean BBQ-and-stew comfort in a flexible, group-friendly format.
#4
COQODAQ
8.1
Vibes:
Trendy Table Hotspots
Girls Night Out Approved
Birthday & Celebration Central
Group Dining Gatherings
A buzzy, Michelin-recognized Korean fried chicken room built around a shareable chicken-and-sides experience with upscale touches. It’s best when you treat it like a structured fried-chicken dinner—pick your chicken format, add one or two sides for contrast, and don’t over-stack extras.
Must-Try Dishes:
Korean fried chicken (signature service), Caviar-topped nuggets (if available), Seasonal sides (pick one)
What makes it special: A Michelin-recognized Korean fried chicken experience designed for sharing.
Worthy Picks
#5
KoFoo
7.7
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Hidden Gems Heaven
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A deli-hidden Korean takeout counter that delivers best as a quick-hit utility: kimbap, soups, and simple comfort plates built for speed. The move is to order one hearty soup or stew plus a kimbap roll and treat it like a no-frills repeatable lunch stop.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bulgogi kimbap, Soon dubu jigae (soft tofu stew), Yuk gae jang (spicy beef soup)
What makes it special: Deli-hidden Korean comfort takeout with strong soups and kimbap.