Koreatown staple for homestyle Korean meals & lunch boxes. Offers a diverse buffet & doshiraks at great value.
This Korean fast-casual spot in Koreatown is a go-to for many seeking authentic, homestyle meals. It's celebrated for its extensive buffet-style selection and convenient lunch boxes (doshiraks), offering a wide variety of dishes at a good value. While some lament the changes from its original buffet format, many still find it a reliable and affordable option for a satisfying Korean meal.
This Korean eatery is praised for its homestyle cooking and a wide array of buffet options, including doshiraks (lunch boxes) and kimbap. While many enjoy the variety and authenticity, a few commenters noted a decline in quality and changes from the original buffet style. Dishes like the yubu chobap with bulgogi and sampler platters have been highlighted.
"The yubu chobap with bulgogi is a standout favorite, and sampler platters are recommended for trying a variety of Korean dishes. Kimbap and doshiraks (lunch boxes) are also frequently mentioned as good options."
Customers generally view this restaurant positively, appreciating its extensive selection of Korean dishes and good value, though some note a decline in quality over time.
Important Note
Some customers have noted that the quality has declined since pre-pandemic and that the original buffet is no longer available, with a shift towards microwaving pre-packaged meals.
"Woorijip was listed among several other restaurant recommendations."
Neutral"Woorijip is listed as a place that is solid for value, convenience, or when a craving hits."
Positive"Woorijip was listed among recommendations for places within a 10-15 minute walk from Madison Square Park."
Positive"Responding to the suggestion of Woorijip for catering, the user expressed pleasant surprise and confirmed it as a great idea."
Positive"The commenter listed Woorijip as a potential catering option, implying it is a suitable choice for larger events."
Positive"This restaurant is listed as a place to repeat."
Positive"This commenter provided a simple 3-step guide for choosing food at Woorijip: pick a protein, pick a form (roll, noodles, bowl, soup), and enjoy."
Neutral"The commenter expresses gratitude to the original poster for introducing them to Woorijip."
Positive"This commenter humorously states that if Woorijip goes viral due to the post, it would be a significant personal negative event."
Negative"This commenter agrees with the previous point about the new format, stating that having to microwave cold food in plastic is a downside, comparing it to buying leftovers."
Negative"The commenter laments the loss of the buffet option and notes that the new format requires microwaving cold food in plastic, which they find undesirable."
Negative"The commenter enjoys mixing and matching items and liked the beef stew soup. They also noted that the alcohol prices have increased significantly."
Neutral"In response to a comment calling the food 'just okay', this commenter argues that Woorijip is essentially fast food and is valued for its reliability rather than exceptional cuisine, citing nearly two decades of visits."
Positive"The commenter requests the post be taken down to protect the restaurant from the 'tiktok crowd', expressing a desire to maintain its current atmosphere."
Neutral"This commenter agrees that Woorijip's food is 'mid' and that you get what you pay for, suggesting it's a case of value over quality."
Negative"The commenter expresses fondness for Woorijip, recalling frequent lunches there while working in Herald Square."
Positive"The commenter provided a single, neutral word ('Eh') as their opinion."
Neutral"The commenter, a fan of Woorijip, advises against microwaving their food in the provided plastic containers due to potential toxin leaching."
Neutral"The commenter expressed surprise that prices at Woorijip haven't increased dramatically over the past two decades."
Positive"The commenter recently got takeout from Woorijip and enjoyed a substantial, home-based AYCE buffet experience."
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