Reopened Korean comfort food spot, known for its standout bossam pork belly and cozy ambiance. Perfect for weeknight dinners or pre-theater.
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.
DANJI, a Korean American restaurant in Hell's Kitchen, has reopened after a fire and continues to offer consistent, comforting Korean fare. The reviewer highlights several dishes, including their signature bossam pork belly and a flavorful kimchi chorizo fried rice, making it a solid choice for weeknight dinners or pre-theater dining.
DANJI offers Korean comfort food with some recommended dishes including banchan, particularly the kimchi, crispy and soft tofu, bossam pork belly, and kimchi chorizo fried rice. The KP spicy fried chicken wings were noted as good but could be improved. One reviewer disliked the makgeolli.
"The bossam pork belly is highly recommended, described as a must-try dish with tender pork. Other recommended items include the banchan (especially kimchi), crispy and soft tofu, and the 180-day-aged kimchi chorizo fried rice."
Customers generally have a positive view of DANJI, appreciating its comforting Korean cuisine and suitability for various occasions. One negative comment mentioned disliking the makgeolli.
Important Note
One comment mentioned that the makgeolli at DANJI was not to their liking.
"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."
Positive"Danji or Naro would be two suggestions"
Neutral"Danji on West 52nd recently re-opened - it was very good before and I hope it is again."
Positive"Suggesting Danji"
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