Modern Korean tasting menu w/ creative dishes like pineapple-brined fried chicken & unique Granita. Great value fine dining.
Experience modern Korean small plates at Atoboy in Flatiron, offering a four-course prix-fixe menu that allows diners to sample a variety of creative dishes.
Experience modern Korean small plates at Atoboy, a restaurant helmed by chef Junghyun Park. Their four-course prix-fixe menu offers an adventurous yet approachable take on Korean cuisine, with standouts like creative options such as braised eggplant with snow crab and a unique crispy fried chicken. The tasting menu format is ideal for sharing, and the Granita dessert provides a unique Korean-inspired finale.
Atoboy offers a modern take on Korean cuisine through a four-course prix-fixe tasting menu, with an option to add their highly recommended crispy fried chicken. Dishes like shrimp in white kimchi broth and caramelized squash are lauded for their creativity and balance. The fried chicken, brined in pineapple juice and served with a ginger-peanut butter sauce, is a frequent highlight and often recommended as an add-on. Desserts, like the Korean-inspired Granita, also receive praise. While most reviews are positive, one commenter found the ambiance to be lacking, describing it as a 'concrete hallway'.
"The four-course prix-fixe tasting menu is highly recommended for experiencing the breadth of their creative Korean dishes. The crispy fried chicken, often available as an add-on, is frequently cited as a must-try. Standout dishes mentioned include the sea urchin, squid, and oxtail."
Customers generally have a very positive sentiment towards Atoboy, praising the delicious and inventive Korean cuisine, particularly the tasting menu and fried chicken. While most find it to be excellent value, a few noted the ambiance was not ideal.
Important Note
While generally praised for value and food quality, some users have noted that the ambiance and dining environment might not be ideal.
"This commenter expressed a negative opinion of Atoboy, referring to it as a 'fake version of Attaboy'."
Negative"The commenter clarified that Atoboy is a sister restaurant to Atomix, not to be confused with Attaboy, a bar, as they had previously made this mistake."
Neutral"The commenter questioned the pricing of the drinks for the collab, noting that $85 for two soju cocktails, a glass of wine, and a canned makgeoli seemed high, especially since Theodora typically has a full bar."
Negative"Atoboy is suggested as a possible restaurant choice."
Neutral"The user mentions Atoboy as a highly upvoted recommendation for an affordable tasting menu experience in NYC, alongside other establishments."
Neutral"Atoboy is recommended for its outstanding $75 tasting menu, although the commenter notes Korean food might not suit a very picky eater."
Positive"Responding to a mention of Atoboy, this commenter classified it as a 'new wave' spot rather than traditional Korean food. They noted it falls into the category of trendy, elevated Korean dining."
Neutral"This commenter, a white male from Toronto, highly recommends Atoboy, stating it was one of the best meals they've had in NYC."
Positive"Joo Ok is suggested as a better option than Oiji Mi and Atoboy."
Neutral"Atoboy is recommended as a good Korean option."
Positive"The user is asking for a recommendation between Oiji Mi and Atoboy for Korean prefix dining."
Neutral"The tasting menu at Atoboy is highly recommended, with the commenter stating it 'absolutely never disappoints'."
Positive"Atoboy is recommended for modern Korean cuisine, praised for its excellent tasting menu."
Positive"Atoboy is listed as a recommendation for a nice date night."
Positive"Atoboy was suggested as a dinner option with open reservations for a date night. The commenter also shared personal experience about feeling too exhausted after exams to go out."
Neutral"Atoboy is stated to be this user's absolute favorite restaurant."
Positive"This user shared an anecdote about receiving a complimentary half-order of the fried chicken at Atoboy, which they found delicious."
Positive"This commenter agreed that Atoboy offers a great meal, especially considering its price point."
Positive"This user recommended Atoboy, stating it's not technically Michelin-starred but is incredibly delicious and offers a great meal for its price point."
Positive"The user had a very enjoyable meal at Atoboy, praising both the food and the service. They were able to take some of their meal to go."
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