Modern Korean seafood with a retro vibe, perfect for date nights and exploring Busan-inspired flavors.
Amber Sutherland-Namako reviews Ariari, an East Village Korean restaurant that offers a "Busan to New York" experience, praising its standout dishes and inviting atmosphere.
Experience a unique Korean culinary journey at Ariari, where the flavors of Busan meet the vibrant energy of New York. This East Village gem boasts a retro ambiance with maritime touches, setting the stage for a menu rich in seafood delights. From the acclaimed seafood pancake to the interactive scallop gimbap, each dish is crafted to impress.
Ariari offers a modern Korean dining experience with a strong emphasis on seafood, drawing inspiration from Busan. Popular dishes include the seafood pancake, soft shell crab, and the interactive scallop gimbap. While most dishes are well-executed, a duck bulgogi was mentioned as being slightly overcooked.
"Standout dishes include the seafood pancake, soft shell crab with yuza scallion aioli, and the interactive scallop gimbap. The maesil and dae-chu cocktails are also highly recommended."
Customers generally have a positive experience at Ariari, highlighting its unique take on Korean cuisine and enjoyable atmosphere. While most feedback is favorable, some minor service issues like check delays have been noted.
Important Note
One reviewer noted that while the duck bulgogi was slightly overcooked, the marinade and accompaniments kept it enjoyable. There were also minor service observations regarding check delays and strict adherence to reservation times.
"This user lists ARIARI as a favorite, rating it above Mokyo and Thursday Kitchen."
Positive"Ariari was suggested as a date night spot in response to a user looking for alternatives to a booked restaurant in NYC."
Neutral"Ariari is recommended for Korean cuisine."
Positive"This user recommends Ariari as a restaurant option."
Positive"Ariari is suggested as a Korean restaurant."
Neutral"This user recommends Ariari for the casual fine dining request."
Positive"Recommends the Scallop Gimbap at Ariari, a Korean restaurant."
Positive"Recommends Ariari for dinner. It is a Korean restaurant."
Positive"User lists Ariari as one of their favorite Asian spots in NYC, potentially fitting the request for Korean food."
Positive"Recommends Ariari for modern/fine dining Korean in Manhattan."
Positive"Cute and fun. You can try multiple dishes."
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