Best Korean Restaurants in Hell's Kitchen
5 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 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.
#3
Gurumé
8.3
A Hell’s Kitchen Korean tapas bar from Chef Joon Ryu that leans into playful anju-style small plates with a cocktail-forward energy. The menu reads like a late-night Seoul snack crawl—crispy, saucy, and built for sharing—while still keeping execution tight.
Must-Try Dishes:
Berkshire kimchi fried rice, Bossam with pork & radish, Korean fried chicken wings
What makes it special: Korean anju reimagined as chef-driven tapas with serious cocktails.
#4
The Jin
8.3
The Jin delivers solid Korean comfort food — particularly their fried chicken, bulgogi bowls, and kimchi pancakes — at reasonable prices in a casual Midtown setting. Locals appreciate it for dependable flavor and friendly service, whether for takeaway or a relaxed meal after a show nearby.
Must-Try Dishes:
Boneless Wings (half & half), Bulgogi Beef over Rice, Kimchi Pancake
What makes it special: Reliable and flavorful Korean comfort food with standout fried chicken.
Worthy Picks
#5
88 Pocha
7.7
A newer Hell’s Kitchen pojangmacha-style spot that channels Korean street-bar comfort food in a lively room. Think hearty, shareable plates that pair naturally with soju and beer, making it a low-pressure way to eat like you’re out in Seoul.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tteokbokki with fish cake, Spicy pork bulgogi, Korean fried chicken
What makes it special: A true pocha vibe in 10036 with street-food staples.