Modern Korean small plates w/ inventive tasting menu. Creative dishes & standouts like fried chicken.
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.
Explore the innovative and delicious world of Korean cuisine at Atoboy, a critically acclaimed restaurant known for its modern approach to small plates. Featuring a thoughtfully curated four-course prix-fixe menu, diners can embark on a culinary journey that highlights both traditional flavors and avant-garde techniques. Standout dishes often include expertly prepared seafood, a beloved crispy fried chicken, and unique Korean-inspired desserts, all served in an atmosphere that balances rustic charm with a chic, unpretentious vibe.
Atoboy offers a modern take on Korean cuisine, primarily through a four-course prix-fixe tasting menu. Customers frequently rave about dishes like the fried chicken (often recommended as an add-on), various seafood preparations such as fish crudo and shrimp, and creative desserts. While the food receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its taste and innovation, a few diners have noted the ambiance of the dining room as a drawback.
"The fried chicken, especially the double-fried version served with a gochujang and peanut sauce, is frequently highlighted and recommended as an add-on. Other praised dishes include the fish crudo (yellowtail and fluke), sea urchin, squid, and oxtail."
Customers generally praise Atoboy for its delicious and inventive Korean cuisine, with many highlighting the value and unique flavors. However, some reviews mention the dining space's ambiance as less ideal.
Important Note
Some diners have found the dining room ambiance to be lacking, describing it as a 'concrete hallway with crappy overhead lighting' or simply a 'horrible room and vibe.'
"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."
Positive"This user agrees with the recommendation for Atoboy."
Positive"Atoboy is recommended for a $250 dinner for two. It's suggested that ordering fried chicken for one and a dessert to share will fit within the budget, including tip."
Positive"This user lists Atoboy as a supper option, implying it is a dining choice."
Neutral"Atoboy is mentioned as a great restaurant option that fits the user's budget for special occasions."
Positive"Atoboy is suggested as a less formal alternative to Atomix, described as a "no frills spot" that was "really great"."
Positive"Atoboy is recommended for dinner."
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