Best Korean Restaurants in Long Island City-Hunters Point
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Meju
A fermentation-first Korean tasting counter built around house-aged sauces.
Essential Picks
#1
Meju
9.2
A chef’s-counter tasting menu centered on Korean fermentation and aged jangs, with a calm, minimalist pacing that lets the flavors build quietly over time. This is best approached like a set experience—show up curious, commit to the progression, and let the sauces and preserved ingredients do the storytelling.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fermentation-driven tasting menu progression, House-aged jang courses (doenjang/gochujang variations), Finale rice + kimchi course
What makes it special: A fermentation-first Korean tasting counter built around house-aged sauces.
Notable Picks
8.2
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Group Dining Gatherings
Family Friendly Favorites
Comfort Food Classics
A polished, comfort-forward Korean kitchen that’s strongest on crowd-pleasing staples and fried chicken energy rather than niche deep cuts. It’s a reliable move for groups because you can cover a lot of cravings—crispy chicken, a few classic mains, and enough sides to make it feel like a real Korean table.
Must-Try Dishes:
Korean fried chicken (sweet & spicy or garlic), Bulgogi, Japchae
What makes it special: Korean comfort classics anchored by high-demand fried chicken.