Authentic Korean fare w/ tableside-cut kimchi & tender pork Kimchi Jjim. Stellar Galbi Jjim + Naengmyun combo & comforting soups.
This Korean restaurant is a standout, offering a refined yet authentic dining experience. It's particularly celebrated for its exceptional Kimchi Jjim, featuring tender pork and tableside-cut kimchi, and a Galbi Jjim + Naengmyun combo that's a crowd-pleaser. The establishment also shines with its selection of traditional dishes and comforting soups, making it a top choice for those seeking genuine Korean flavors.
This Korean restaurant is lauded for its authentic dishes, particularly the Kimchi Jjim, which features tender pork and whole leaf kimchi cut at the table, and unlimited banchan. The Galbi Jjim + Naengmyun combo is also highly recommended. Other praised dishes include Gamja Tang and various noodle preparations like Naengmyeon, which some consider the best in Manhattan.
"Highly recommended dishes include the Kimchi Jjim, Galbi Jjim + Naengmyun combo, Gamja Tang, and Naengmyun, which is considered by some to be the best in Manhattan."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the authentic and high-quality Korean cuisine, with specific highlights like the Kimchi Jjim and Naengmyun receiving frequent commendations.
Important Note
One user mentioned that while the restaurant serves naengmyeon, its quality might not match that found in Queens.
"This user seconds the recommendation for Olle, describing it as a place serving really great, classic Korean comfort food."
Positive"This commenter recommends Olle on 30th street as an authentic Korean restaurant, noting that some menu items are not typically found elsewhere in NYC. They specifically praise the Galbi Jjim + Naengmyun combo, Naengmyun, Gamja Tang, Bbyeo Kimchi Jjim, and Byeong Uh jorim, also suggesting the Honguh jjim appetizer."
Positive"Olle was listed as a potential restaurant suggestion."
Neutral"The commenter recommends Olle for its lunch special, highlighting the excellent side dishes that come with it and the option for unlimited refills. The restaurant is noted as a Korean establishment."
Positive"Olle was suggested as a dining option within a 10-15 minute walk from Madison Square Park."
Positive"olle is mentioned as a dining option."
Neutral"Olle was one of the dining spots during the user's NYC trip, contributing to their Asian cuisine focus."
Positive"This commenter suggests that the kimchi fried rice in picture number 10 might be from Olle, identifying it as kimchi bokkeumbap."
Neutral"The author states that while there are many Korean restaurants in the area, Olle serves particularly excellent Galbi Jjim."
Positive"This place is recommended for Korean noodles. The commenter clarified that they meant Olle, not Dubuhaus, when mentioning it."
Positive"This commenter prefers mul nengmyeon during summers for its ice broth, contrasting with a preference for hot and spicy foods to beat the heat, citing a Korean idiom."
Neutral"The mul Naengmyeon at this K-Town establishment is described as quite good."
Positive"Olle is mentioned as a place to get naengmyeon, specifically as part of a recent discussion on spicy Korean cold noodles."
Neutral"Olle is highly recommended, particularly for its gamjatang and steamed skate, impressing even picky Korean eaters."
Positive"This user enjoys the icy version of the naengmyeon from Noon Noodles."
Positive"Olle in Manhattan is considered decent for nengmyun. The user also mentions Hanjoo in Flushing (which changed from pear to apple in their dish) and Mapo BBQ for their chewy noodles and good broth."
Neutral"This user expresses a strong desire to try the noodles at Olle."
Positive"This user vouches for Olle and compliments the original poster's taste."
Positive"The user recommends Olle or Noona Noodles in Ktown for naengmyeon, and Moono for Pyongyang naengmyeon. They also suggest Guksu Jip in Murray Hill, Queens."
Positive"This user agrees with the recommendation for Olle, stating they yearn for Olle's noodles over instant versions."
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