Best Late Night Restaurants in Hell's Kitchen Midtown West (10036)
4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Kochi
A Michelin-starred Korean tasting menu built around skewers.
Essential Picks
#1
Kochi
9.1
Chef Sungchul Shim’s one-Michelin-star tasting counter turns Korean skewers into a refined, tightly choreographed progression. The courses move from delicate to smoky and rich, with technique and seasoning that stay unmistakably Korean.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seasonal grilled skewer progression, Steelhead trout hwe course, Scorched rice custard dessert
What makes it special: A Michelin-starred Korean tasting menu built around skewers.
Notable Picks
#2
Mari
8.8
A one-Michelin-star handroll omakase where Chef Sungchul Shim reframes temaki through a Korean lens. The pacing is elegant but approachable, with top-tier seafood and banchan-style interludes that make it feel like a full Korean tasting journey.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seasonal handroll tasting, Cured mackerel roll, Final banchan & seafood course
What makes it special: Michelin-starred Korean handroll omakase unlike anything else nearby.
8.4
Rich, bold Sichuan dishes with full spice and flavor — a strong pick if you’re after heat and hearty late‑night fare near Theater District. Great for group dinners when cravings strike after midnight.
Must-Try Dishes:
La-Zi Chicken, Mapo Tofu, Dry Pot Cauliflower
What makes it special: Broadway-adjacent Sichuan with true mala depth and polish.
8.2
Classic griddled burgers, hot dogs, and a down‑to‑earth counter make this a laid‑back late‑night fallback after gigs or theater nights. The no‑frills vibe and solid comfort food hit the spot for hungry, low‑fuss diners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Single Cheeseburger, Patty Melt, Snappy Dog
What makes it special: No-frills smash burgers done with textbook griddle technique.