Hangawi New York - Buy Reservations

We were visiting from FL and made a reservation for this restaurant to have dinner before a broadway show. Our reservation was at 5pm and we were there a few minutes before 5pm. We waited outside and went in at 5 pm. We were greeted very rudely by a woman. She was mad because we had apparently gone in through the wrong door. Since she was mad at us, she tried to seat the people who came after us, before us. Once we were seated the service was quick and all the male servers were very polite and nice. However, the food lacked flavor and tasted like nothing. It was hard for us to finish the food. It was very pricey and this was the worst food we ate during our 4 day stay in NYC.

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While Korean BBQ is more popular this place stands out with a pure vegetarian menu. The ambience is lovely. Guests are to remove their shoes on entering the restaurant. Low level tables adds a dimension to the experience. Plenty of choices in both food and drinks menu. Service is good and staff is friendly. Spicy items in the menu are medium level spice but very tasty. Little bit pricey. The overall experience is great.

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We chose this restaurant for a pre theatre meal because 2 of our party of 4 were vegetarian. We tried a ton of different appetizers and main dishes and not one disappointed. Even our meat lovers left full and very happy with the creativity of the dishes. We had the spicy dumplings, combination pancakes, kimbap, fritters, Kimchi SB Rice, SSam Bab and the Tofu with Broccoli. All were excellent but the vegetarians in our group could not stop raving about the Tofu with Broccoli saying it was the best prepared tofu that they had ever eaten.

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I really loved the ambiance and the cozy seating of the restaurant. I applaud the restaurant for doing a completely vegan Korean spot. On a Friday, the dinner service was packed, business is good! The food is average but very pricey. Every dish is pretty much over $20 whether appetizer or main course. The food didn't quite justify the price in my opinion. I was looking forward to the pan chai that is accompanied with Korean meals, but the only thing offered was kimchi towards the end. On a sustainability note, single use chopsticks were used which is not ideal, please consider using reusable chopsticks to reduce waste. I'd come back for the experience, but not necessarily the food.

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Had at least one dish from each section that did not disappoint. Hot pot was by far the table favorite. Can't wait to come back.

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I had the most unpleasant experience trying to book a reservation for our eating club. First, they don't take any reservations over 8, which is fine, but then I asked if we could reserve several tables then for a specific time and she says, "I guess so" (sounding really annoyed). She then puts me on hold and after a while, someone else picks up and I have the same conversation and get as far as the date we want to make the reservation and she puts me on hold without notice. The phone gets picked up by the first person and she sounds super annoyed, then tells me they're busy. I totally understand, but I'm calling the number that's listed to call to make a reservation and they could have asked me to call at another time when it is more convenient for them. She had super attitude with me and so I ended the conversation. This is so unfortunate because I wanted to introduce their food and the beautiful scenery to a whole new group of people who really enjoy food, but now, I'll have to find another venue. For people advertising serene space, that experience was not serene at all!

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The hostesses and waiters are kind, open, and very focused on making sure you get the meal you want and take pleasure in compliments on the food. I've begun to eat less red meat and meat in general and this restaurant fits that lifestyle well. Delicious meals remind me of my life while living in South Korea. The restaurant has a traditional ambiance that I've come to appreciate along with serene Korean music. I've tried the stone bowl bibimbap which comes with an assortment of vegetables, rice, and gochujang paste, that is just the right amount of spice with spicy and regular kimchi. For appetizers, I've had had the fried maitake mushrooms which come with fried onions, a great complement to the dish overall. The enlightenment Makgeolli has a fruity taste to it that I didn't get the chance to try while in Korea but have here and it's not too overpowering with the rice wine. It's almost like an adult juice. I have come here multiple times and will again. FYI, be careful with the stone bowl meals, they are hot!

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Looking forward to my third time going there soon!I have sent several people there and they all say it's a spiritual experience the atmosphere and food is stunning

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Outstanding restaurant, with a lovely quiet atmosphere and wonderful food. The prix fixe menu for 4 of us was wonderful, each course a delight with very attentive service and a lovely atmosphere. Highly recommended!

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Brought my vegetarian parents here for a unique evening out and they loved every dish! We had the spicy veg dumplings, combination sushi rolls, spicy tofu ginger pot, and kimchi bibimbop. The unique seating and taking off shoes at the door really adds to the ambiance!Don't skip the teas, they're extremely flavorful and sweet without being overpowering. Lastly, we had the mochi for dessert. I don't normally love mochi but the flavors were perfect.

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Everything was just outstanding! Did the Prix Fixe menu and loved all dishes. Ordinarily, when one thinks of Korean food, you think meat and heat. This place captures the Buddhist cuisine of Korea. And, they knock it out of the park on atmosphere. Imagine my surprise on a cold and rainy night to place my feet in the sunken foot well and experience the heated floor! I would have liked hotter kimchi and don’t know if it is available. Will figure it out on next visit.

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A generous 2 stars because I feel sorry for the food.This review is for the muli-course tasting menu. In my experience, the chef's menu to to demonstrate both technique and a variety of flavors/textures. This menu, however, allows the chef to take a seat, light a cigarette, lean back, and watch the money roll in.To start, the soup tasted old. The vegetables were mushy and some even had dark ends and spots - cut earlier in the week, then thrown in the soup when they started to brown. The salad was drowning in dressing and the wide, white bowls splattered - a slimy and ugly mess. The appetizer courses came directly from the steam baskets and fridge: stuffed persimmons hard and cold (reflecting the chef's heart?) and the sushi and other bites simply clunky - roughly chopped, sloppily assembled, and overly sauced.The two mains were underwhelming and sad. No further detail is needed as they should be left to rest in peace. And in peace they will rest, honored by all the flower petals decorating each course's plate.If the food is to be abused then the diner is next.Although we were early for our reservation, we we happily and quickly seated. The atmosphere is all very quaint with shoes off and low tables. We very much anticipated our meal.We were promptly asked for our beverage choices and, before we could even taste them, for our dining choices (this is not an issue but being asked the same question 4 times within 5 minutes is very much so.) The rush continued throughout the meal - each nearly empty dish fought over between diner and clearer ("No, I'm not done.") However, the battle did not continue through dessert as the check was delivered with the chalky sweets.Since the tables are so close, we were able to observe this same war occurring at very table.Staff were very attentive (looking for the moment to clear) but distant - speaking among themselves rather than to the guests. We diners were there to be used - an overall unpleasant and weary experience for us and the dead food.

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I've been meaning to stop by HanGawi for ages - and finally made it for an impromptu dinner the other night with my boyfriend while we were in K-Town! The restaurant was packed when we arrived around 7 PM, but the staff was very gracious and seated us almost immediately (we lucked out since another party just canceled when we arrived)! I appreciated the zen ambiance and decor, and it made for a unique dining experience (also they have their system down for storing your shoes, which you take off upon entering)!We tried the following:Maitake Mushroom Fritters - mushroom anything is a winner in my book, but between the creative presentation and breading that was to die for, this was a great meal-starter. Think deconstructed onion rings, but better.Spicy Baby Dumplings - these may be small, but they were full of flavor! I didn't think they were particularly spicy, so these should appeal to those slightly more sensitive to spices too. Spicy Kimchi Mushroom Pancakes - Really enjoyed all of the dipping sauces, and liked how the texture was more chewy than crispy! Super cute and bite-sized, too.Organic Zen Noodles - Simple yet packs tons of delicious flavor! I was impressed at first bite, since otherwise the ingredients were relatively simple. I love a good vegan joint, and HanGawi did not disappoint! Would recommend to vegans and non-vegans alike - even my very much carnivorous boyfriend was a fan!

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One can never go wrong with HanGawi! Food is one of the best Korean food; even if it is vegan. Love the experience of removing shoes and sitting in a lower surface. Been here few times and enjoyed the food and vibe. The service gets a bit slower, depends what time of the night you go for dinner. They have tons of wonderful options for appetizers - one of my favorite is the sushi combination and scallion pancake. For main course you will never go wrong with the khimchi bibimbap and the tofu hot pot! I can keep going back here and never get bored of the food and experience!

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Such a good place for a chill night out! The ambiance is unparalleled and the food was amazing! Everything is also vegan which I love

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Cool atmosphere; the wait staff also does quite a bit (like you'd expect at a 4-5 star place) between courses. Overall?? Very expensive. I do love Korean food, but feel for the cost it's not really worth it... I've had as good food for much less. Paying for the experience?The kabocha porridge jd still the best thing I've had after two visits The kimchis are good too!

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HanGawi is always a hit in our household! The food is creative, high quality, super yummy and vegan. What's not to love?The spicy baby dumplings were not super spicy but perfectly cooked. Could have used a little more heat. The combination pancakes are the best appetizer, so crispy and flavorful. They come with leek, pumpkin and kimchi flavors with three dipping sauces (the dipping sauces are a little bit weak in my opinion). The real highlight of the meal is always the stone bowls. We got the avocado stone bowl and the kimchi. They are SO GOOD. The crispy rice at the bottom is the best part. Highly recommend. They come with sauce on the side to add as much spice (or miso flavor for the avocado bowl) as you'd like. I love that they mix them right in front of you, like table-side guac lol. The vegan dessert platter is a bit too pricy for the small portions ($18 for half a piece of cake, a small scoop of ice cream, and a sampler size tiramisu) but they're all delicious so I'd still call it a win. We always look forward to coming back. Only thing about our experience this time was that we were seated in the front area (not at the low tables where you take off your shoes) and it was a bit drafty but they warned us when we made the reservation that we'd be up front and it was the coldest night of the year in NYC that day.

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Delicious food. Good service. Elegant and pleasant. The 'hot' dishes are REALLY hot. Hot hot.At our table the spicy baby dumplings and the various bibimbap bowls were the favorites. (These do need the suggested miso or spice added.) Also the non-dairy mochi and cheesecake. The wines were good (we had a smooth cabernet and a sweet yum plum wine). The dishes are beautiful -- those standing black pots and the tea cups especially. You take your shoes off and sit on beautiful cushions at sunken tables, feet on heated floorboards. (Call if you have bad knees and would find it difficult to climb up off the cushions. There are probably other style tables.) Unfortunately they use disposable chopsticks. You need a reservation. The tables are close to each other but they are serious about checking vaccine cards and ID. The staff are carefully masked. I saw a temperature check machine but I didn't see it in use.

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Lovely atmosphere: I love removing shoes and eating at a low table. The food is lovely: we had some of the seasonal roots imported from Korea. Very fresh and tasty. The menu was thoughtful and plates beautifully presented. The service was attentive and kind. In normal times the atmosphere is fantastic but in covid times it’s worth knowing that The tables are NOT spaced from one another and the space is pretty airless and tightly packed so not great for covid distancing. We were sitting right next to another party and because of the low tables the waiters have to reach down and right over you to serve.

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If not, the best. Definitely beats any upscale vegan restaurant I've tried in LA (this is coming from someone who was born and raised in LA)Ambiance = amazingPresentation of food = amazing Drinks = delicious Food = delicious as f with decent portions Pricing = probably may spend upwards to $125 between 2 people easily I would literally fly back to NYC just to eat here again.

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In line with their zen-esque style, this place offers the guilt-free food with your imagination being its only flavor.

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