Warming, rich, and cozy Korean comfort food w/ must-try bossam pork belly & creative banchan. Perfect for weeknight or pre-theater dining.
Will Hartman reviews Danji, a Korean American spot in Hell's Kitchen that offers consistent comfort food perfect for a weeknight meal or pre-theater dining.
This Korean American spot in Hell's Kitchen has reopened after a fire and continues to serve up consistent, comforting dishes perfect for a weeknight meal or a pre-theater bite. The reviewer highlights several standouts, including their flavorful banchan, particularly the kimchi, and the must-try bossam pork belly. Other recommended dishes include the crispy and soft tofu, and the hearty kimchi chorizo fried rice.
Offers Korean comfort food with some creative twists. Standout dishes include banchan (especially kimchi), bossam pork belly, crispy/soft tofu, and kimchi chorizo fried rice. Some users enjoyed the food, while one specifically disliked the makgeolli.
"The bossam pork belly is highlighted as a must-try, along with the banchan (especially kimchi), crispy and soft tofu, and the kimchi chorizo fried rice."
Overall positive, with many users recommending it for its Korean comfort food, noting dishes like bossam and tofu. One user had a negative experience with the makgeolli.
Important Note
One user found the makgeolli to be very bad.
"Danji is recommended for modern Korean American food."
Positive"The bulgogi sliders at Danji are highlighted as a great NYC take on a popular dish, with Chef Hooni Kim's bulgogi complemented by kimchi mayo and slaw. The crispy tofu was also noted as exceptionally delicious."
Positive"Danji is listed as a restaurant in Hell's Kitchen."
Neutral"This is a very popular neighborhood Korean restaurant that offers very creative dishes."
Positive"Danji is noted as a former Michelin Korean restaurant that has made a comeback after a fire."
Positive"The original poster mentioned having makgeolli at Danji in the past and did not like it."
Negative"In contrast to a positive experience at Cho Dang Gol, this commenter found the makgeolli they tried at Danji to be very bad."
Negative"This user recommended Danji in Hell's Kitchen."
Positive"This former Michelin-starred Korean restaurant is praised for its comeback story after a significant fire."
Positive"This commenter suggested Danji as a more affordable and casual alternative to Jeju Noodle Bar, noting that reservations are relatively easy to obtain."
Positive"Characterized Danji as a more casual and cheaper Korean restaurant, in contrast to the tasting menu formats of Kochi and Mari."
Neutral"Described Danji as being in a slightly different tier, offering delicious food that is a more upscale version of a typical Korean restaurant. Specifically recommended the cod and Bossam dishes."
Positive"User booked Kochi but plans to try Mari and add Danji to their list, thanking for the suggestions."
Neutral"Recommended Danji as another excellent option in the Hell's Kitchen neighborhood."
Positive"Danji was suggested as a restaurant option."
Neutral"This restaurant is recommended as one of the best less-touristy spots to try in the 9th and 10th avenue area."
Positive"Danji is suggested as a place for Korean food."
Positive"Suggests Danji as an option and advises checking its operating hours."
Neutral"Can confirm. It's really excellent."
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