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    Lululala

    4.5 (87 reviews)
    InexpensiveKorean
    Open • 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed

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    Beef kimbap, veggie kimbap, fishcake soup
    Nian Z.

    I've tried a few of their kimbaps now and just really liked all of them - no matter which protein you get, they're always quite flavorful and well seasoned. Favorite is the beef one. The banchans can be a bit of a miss sometimes, the fish cake was particularly dry this purchase, but I'll still be back.

    Beef kimbap
    Valerie N.

    Love their beef kimbap. Had it a few times and it always tastes fresh and high quality. They're very friendly, food is made quickly, and there's a few seats inside. Cash only!

    I ate some chicken before taking the pic. Definitely recommend the pork and fried chicken bowls.
    Tuyetnhi M.

    Service- good for a fast paced spot. Ambiance- Cozy, casual and small establishment. Fits maybe 10 people max for dine in. Modern and cute esthetics. Cheap eats and simple food done well! We loved our pork and fried chicken bowls. I also appreciated how the chicken was made to order!

    Wall Menu
    David H.

    No idea if this whimsical name means anything in Korean. The place is tiny, barely enough room to squeeze in 2 nightstand-sized tables on each side of the door, with 2 stools at each. The window sill on each side of the door can double as benches but they are way too tall of the tables. Nevertheless, it's better than no table at all as this place is mainly for takeout's. We really appreciate the air conditioning and not having to eat on the street. Menu is simple -- rice bowls and kimbaps are the main offerings, plus a few sides such as fish cakes and banchan. For rice bowls there are 5 choices of protein: beef, pork, chicken, fried chicken, and fried tofu. "Chicken" is grilled chicken and "fried chicken" are the bite-size boneless chicken. We all picked small fried chicken rice bowls for $7. I am not sure the difference between $10 for large serving or $3 for extra chicken, but you do have these upgrade options. The spicy version simply adds drizzles of sweet chili sauce which I highly recommend. It's like something between General Tsao's and Orange chicken, but unlike Chinese dishes, the Korean spin comes with salad green which is both healthy and refreshing. Taste & serving size were both on point, and with the $7 price tag this is a steal. The same dish at a Korean food court such as Rice Boy would cost about $12. Highly recommended for a quick meal on the go.

    Beef bowl
    Farrah B.

    My friend was super interested in coming to this restaurant. As he's seen it on Instagram a bunch of times we walked over and it wasn't get busy so we went ahead and ordered. I went for the beef and he went for the fried chicken. I asked specifically was it bulgogi beef and the lady stated yes (it really is not). It's beef that's been cooked without seasoning. And then theres marinade poured on top of the food afterwards. My friend said his chicken bowl was okay, but nothing to write home about. The salad was fairly fresh. So I ended up just eating the salad and beef togethe rice was inedible and mushy.

    kristin c.

    Can't go wrong with the bowls here. Prices are low for the amount you get. With salad and rice. The fried chicken has chunky, crispy and flavorful pieces. The container had to be kept open bec. couldn't close lid, also to keep crunchiness. Can make your orders spicy with the sauce they add, which we did for the pork and we liked it. Prepared kimbaps were on the counter but the squid was freshly prepared. Banchans are also sold in 3 sizes. Too bad there was no more fried anchovy bec. worth it at $5 for a pint-sized container. Will pass on the macaroni salad though. We got lucky getting the only 2 tables there (can seat 6-7 total) bec. the line got longer after. The food took a while to come out (they called out when orders were ready). A few people were standing indoors while waiting, so got crowded. Staff were busy but calm. No restrooms. Near Bowery train stop (Grand St) and a walk from Canal St stations.

    Mixed bulgogi beef and pork bowl.
    mimi v.

    Heard so much about this little takeout place so had to try it. I bought the 10 dollar fried chicken rice bowl and the 10 dollar mic bulgogi and pork rice bowl. You get a generous amount of protein in each bowl in addition they add some lettuce and a slice of tomato on the bottom. Chicken was pretty good but tad dry and same with the beef and pork. Will definitely come back again to try the other items on the menu. Place is super tiny and it is mainly a takeout place.

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    Xue Lin L.

    Filling and flavorful bowls that are super affordable. The salad that this came with had a bright vinegar dressing which I loved and it was super refreshing to cut through the fattiness of the bulgogi. Rice underneath was fresh and everything came out super fast. You can sub the bulgogi with a bunch of other options and they sell other Korean staples here like kimbap. Highly recommend. Inside, there's two small tables to sit so not very suitable for very large groups.

    Jung K.

    I happened to come across the listing and saw they were around the corner from my hotel. I'm Korean and kimbap is a comfort food when I can find it. I got a veggie roll and a spicy pork roll. The rice was warm and perfectly soft. The seaweed wrap had a nice bit of sesame seed/oil. The spicy pork had a light bite, but your mileage may vary. I don't think something is spicy unless I break out in a sweat and no longer feel my lips. I would have gone back for more, but they were closed.

    Rumi F.

    A must if you're in the area and looking to grab a quick bite to go- I read about this place on Yelp (thank you, fellow Yelpers!) and I will definitely be back. Store is very small- there's only 2 tables that would seat 6 people, so would definitely take out from here. Head up to the counter and place your order (the colorful chalkboard menu will be to your right). The staff were very efficient and I received my order within 5 minutes. I got the small Fried Chicken bowl ($7)- it's a lot of chicken for this price, and DELICIOUS chicken at that. The bowl was so stuffed that they had to Saran Wrap around it to keep it closed! Along with the rice and chicken, you get some fresh salad in the bowl along with their soy sauce based sauce. One feedback is while the sauce is delicious, no need to pour in so much- most of it was pooled at the bottom of the plastic bag. Cash only! I want to check out the kimbap and the beef bowl next time

    Small fried chicken rice bowl ($7)
    Michelle C.

    I heard about Lululala on TikTok-- someone mentioned that it is owned by the same family behind nearby TofuTofu so I thought I would pass by and try them out. They mainly serve rice bowls, with other snacks like tteokbokki and kimbap available. I arrived on a Thursday afternoon, and while the shop space was a little small, there was enough room for two tables. However, the park is right down the street, so I would definitely recommend ordering takeout, as most others did. I decided on the small fried chicken bowl ($7) which was the perfect size for me. The portions are quite generous and it comes with a salad of cucumbers, carrots, tomatoes, lettuce, cabbage, and diced apples. I requested their spicy sauce, which honestly was not that piquant so I think it is tolerable by the spice-adverse as well.

    Chicken bowls (small + large)
    Tristan D.

    BAAAAABYYY when I tell you I was in LOVE with this place?! For only $7 (cash only) you will be FILLED and who genuinely doesn't like cheap delicious eats in a place as expensive as nyc?? Service [5/5]: The service here was really nice. Not much to say about it the girls at the register were very nice and moved pretty quickly too! Ambiance [3.5/5]: The place isn't really too big so I cant imagine how it would be if it were extremely busy but you can still sit with friends (if you're lucky). But overall it's fine for how big the store is. Food [5/5]: FANTASTIC!!! ITS SO DELICIOUS!! I got the $7 chicken bowl spicy and for $7 they fill that bowl up like crazy!! The chicken is so flavorful as well it surprised me when I took my first bite since I thought it was going to be average but it's actually mouthwatering and leaves a delicious aftertaste. The bowl comes with chicken, vegetables, and rice and they don't skimp on portion sizing either they give you so much!! and it doesn't stop there, for $3 extra you can get the large plate and it's HUGE my friend shared some with our other friend who didn't order anything and wow the portion sizing is fantastic! if you're on a budget and you need a tasty filling bite GO HERE!! ITS SO GOOD!!!!! Tldr: I enjoyed the food, very big portion, cash only so please don't bother these women and bring ONLY cash (no cards!!) I highly recommend this spot for some flavorful food!

    small tteokbokki, large fried chicken rice bowl, large beef rice bowl
    Sophia W.

    This is a really hidden place for cheap and tasty Korean food! Their rice bowls are a crazy good deal. I think the chicken rice bowl is the most worth it, it's $10 for a large bowl and they REALLY fill the bowl up. I also tried a large beef rice bowl for $12, and it was delicious. A small order of tteokbokki was $5 (a bit overpriced), but it was delicious nevertheless. I've heard good things about their kimbap and banchan. The staff are extremely friendly. It's a very small store, and there are only a couple of small tables, so be prepared to get your order to go.

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    2.0 mi•Midtown East
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    Five senses has been around forever and is still a solid staple in k-town! Stopped by on a Friday…read moreevening around 8 and there was no line for two so we were seated quickly. They have a variety of the standard fare Korean options at reasonable prices. We tried the ddukbokki and bulgolgi dupbap which were both good. The portion sizes were on the bigger size and the ddukbokki were giant. I do wish the ddukbokki was a little less watery but overall tasted fine. The bulgolgi was pretty standard for what I'd expect. Overall a solid option in the area if you don't want to wait for a long queue outside of the other popular spots.

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    2.2 mi•Koreatown, Midtown West

    This may be one of the best authentic Korean restaurants I've tried in NYC that isn't…read moreMichelin-starred. I was genuinely surprised by how good everything was! The restaurant itself is huge, with two stories, yet it still has a lively and comfortable atmosphere. The menu is extensive, with plenty of traditional Korean dishes, and the lunch specials offer especially good value for the quality and portions. Everything we ordered was delicious, but the galbi-jjim (갈비찜) and tteokbokki (떡볶이) were the standouts. The galbi-jjim was rich, tender, and deeply flavorful, while the tteokbokki had that satisfying, authentic Korean flavor I look for. Service was excellent--attentive, efficient, and friendly even with such a large restaurant. Great food, great atmosphere, reasonable lunch options, and a huge selection. Definitely one of my favorite Korean restaurants in NYC and a place I would happily return to.

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