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17 korean restaurants in East Village

Best Korean Restaurants in East Village (2026)

Top-rated korean restaurants in East Village, Manhattan. Ranked by ratings, reviews, and Moodap editor picks.

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East Village is home to 17 rated korean restaurants. ARIARI leads the list with a 4.6-star rating across 523 reviews. Prices range from $ to $$$.

ARIARIEditor's Pick

ARIARI is a restaurant in East Village described by visitors as food-focused, korean and seafood, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.

★ 4.6523 reviews$$Indoor119 1st Ave, New York, NY 10003

“Reviewers recommend making a reservation.”

DupBopBro is a restaurant in East Village described by visitors as a cafe, korean and vegetarian vegan, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.

★ 4.9166 reviews$Indoor309 E Houston St Frnt#3, New York, NY 10002

Flavor-first Korean street food — made for everyone, everywhere. Hand-rolled kimbap, sizzling bulgogi, and nourishing broths come together to balance flavor with feel-good fuel.

★ 4.719 reviews$Indoor109 1st Ave, New York, NY 10003

“Join our newsletter today for mouth-watering deals, chef's specials, and insider news. Halal-certified ingredients. Order Online available.”

★ 4.70Indoor125 1st Ave, New York, NY 10003

Boka is a restaurant in East Village described by visitors as korean and american, upscale. Based on 10 reviews.

★ 4.6103 reviews$$$Indoor103 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10003

“Reviewers note this is cash only. Reviewers say it's great value for money.”

Anytime Street St.Marks

Anytime Street offers a fast-casual Korean dining experience without compromising on flavor or quality. Enjoy authentic Korean comfort foodfresh, flavorful, and available anytime, anywhere.

★ 4.6187 reviews$Indoor34 St Marks Pl, New York, NY 10003

Soogil is a restaurant in East Village described by visitors as food-focused, french and korean, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.

★ 4.6303 reviews$$Indoor108 E 4th St, New York, NY 10003

ODRE is a restaurant in East Village described by visitors as food-focused, korean and mexican, relaxed atmosphere. Based on 10 reviews.

★ 4.5161 reviews$$$Indoor199 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10003

“Considered a hidden gem by regulars.”

MONOMONO is a beloved East Village destination where its signature Asian Fusion meets flower-garnished soju cocktails, various and unique music playing every day. The design combines art deco musical antiques, modernist quasi-industrial elements and 15,000 vinyl records encased along its walls.

★ 4.21,251 reviews$$Indoor116 E 4th St, New York, NY 10003

Gen Korean BBQ House

Gen Korean BBQ is one of the nation's leading Asian casual dining concepts, known for redefining the Korean barbecue experience in the United States. At Gen, guests become their own chefs, grilling their selections on built-in tabletop grills that create an engaging, social, and highly interactive dining experience.

★ 3.9926 reviews$$Indoor150 E 14th St, New York, NY 10003

“All-you-can-eat (AYCE) dining lets you order unlimited rounds of food within a 2 hour time limit. There is a fee for leftovers, so you're encouraged to order only what you can eat and carry out boxes are not permitted. All guests at the table must order from the same menu tier. Children 4 and under eat free, and children ages 5–10 eat for half price. Reservations are taken for parties of 10 or more.”

Nowon East Village

0Indoor507 E 6th St, New York, NY 10009

Thursday Kitchen

Chef Proprietor Kyungmin Kay Hyuns love for a wide spread of cultures and cuisine makes it hard to place her cooking in a specific category. That is why her own concept of New Korean was born. With Chef Kays South Korean background, French cuisine training, and an exceptional love for Spanish food, Thursday Kitchen offers a unique blend of international elements in ingredients and flavor in a tapas style fashion.

0Indoor424 E 9th St, New York, NY 10009

086 East 7 Street

0507 East 6 Street

Gomi Korean Wine Bar

Unique from any other wine bar in the city, our food is a mix of both Korean and Brazilian dishes. Our space is casual and comfortable.

0Indoor186 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009

“We do not take reservations, please do not call asking about wait times. Were a casual first come, first served place. HAPPY HOUR Sun & Tues- Fri 5-7”

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What are the best korean restaurants in East Village?

Moodap ranks 17 korean restaurants in East Village, Manhattan based on ratings, reviews, and insider tips. Top picks include ARIARI (4.6★). Take the Mood Match quiz to find the perfect one for your vibe.

How many korean restaurants are in East Village?

There are 17 korean restaurants currently listed in East Village on Moodap, with new spots added regularly.

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East Village korean restaurants range from $ to $$$. Use Moodap to filter by budget.

What's the highest rated korean in East Village?

ARIARI is one of the highest rated korean restaurants in East Village, with a 4.6-star rating. See the full rankings above.

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