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    MONO+MONO

    4.0 (1.1k reviews)
    Open 3:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Bibimbap
    Ellie C.

    We came here with a reservation on a Saturday night, and this place was super busy. We arrived about ten minutes early, and lots of parties came in and out while we waited. When we got seated, we were told that there was a 1 hour 45 min time limit to stay. The star of the show here is the ambiance. From the floor-to-ceiling bookshelves on the walls to the dark wood and the large floral centerpieces everywhere, this spot is definitely very Instagram-able. Of the food we got, our appetizers of shishito peppers with okra and beef tartare were the best. They were a good-sized portion, delicious, and well presented. For our entrées, we got the bibimbap, truffle japchae, and the bulgogi burger. The flavors for all of them were great, but not standout. The bibimbap add-on of beef bulgogi ($4 for just a few strips of meat) was a complete rip-off. They also only accept cash or Amex, with an ATM on site. Overall, I would come back again for the gorgeous backdrop and ambiance, but I wouldn't expect the best value or unique flavors.

    Luckens L.

    I took a visit to Mono For lunch and loved every second of it. Greeted as we walked in and was seated fairly quickly. Great atmosphere with great tunes playing I also enjoyed their scenery. Our waiter was good as well his drink recommendations was on the money, I'm a mojito guy he mentioned the Blueberry cocktail was tasty and well crafted. The wings were awesome hot crunchy and full of flavor. My favorite was the Bulgogi burger, juicy flavorful and tender with every bite. Definitely a 10/10.

    Maria R.

    Really beautiful restaurant with tons of plants. I got the raw beef which was pretty good and the mushroom japchae which was yummy but portions kind of small. The drink was alright. Service wasnt that great I wanted to try another drink but no one came so I paid and left.

    Stephanie D.

    Mono+Mono is a really cute spot, and the Korean fried chicken? OMG -- absolutely amazing. That alone makes it worth the visit. We tried a bunch of the appetizers and honestly, they were all good. The kale salad was solid, the shishito peppers were delicious, and we shared the fried rice, which hit the spot. The prices are pretty decent, especially for the quality and portion sizes. The only downsides for me were the drinks and payment options. The cocktail I had tasted more like juice -- very light and not what I was expecting. Also, they only accept AmEx, which felt really odd since most places usually don't take it, not the other way around. That said, I'd definitely go back -- mainly for the apps and that fried chicken. Just skipping the drinks next time.

    Kimchi fried rice + truffle japchae
    Sarah W.

    What we ordered: * korean beef tartare (3/5) * kimchi fried rice (3.5/5) * Truffle japchae (3.5/5) * Fig soju (4/5) [Taste: ] Beef tartare was pretty plain, I don't think anything about this was Korean. Truffle japchae was very fragrant smelling but nothing too special taste-wise. It's hard to mess up fried rice so it was pretty good, but tasted more like Chinese fried rice. [Service: ] You do not get what you pay for, but felt bad for the server though because there's only one other guy. [Comments: ] Tables are so squished together it's impossible for servers to move around, have someone accidentally bump into you, or not hear the conversation of the next table. Good for a vibey girls night out, bad if you're expecting rich flavoring. Also definitely not a "Korean" restaurant as they advertise, it is more fusion. A shame since the interior is very cool!

    Burger and fries
    Jane S.

    Just try the burger! If you were thinking about it try it! It's really worth it! 10/10 recommend and I'll definitely be back to try other items on the menu but for the burger as well of course! Service was very friendly and quick. And the decor was super nice! Great place to take pictures of, or even go to for a date.

    Kimchi fried rice and clam chowder
    Jessica E.

    Went here for my birthday and had the best time. Great ambience. Great food. Great drinks. The waiter brought me a rose. Loved it!

    Interior
    Will N.

    Greeted by a very kind and welcoming host. Gorgeous interior. Not sure what the theme is but it was pretty endearing, whimsical, fitting for my autumn visit. Tried the Cococane Mojito and Blueberry Cocktail. Pretty to look at but they left a fairly bitter vegetable taste. Almost like rhubarb. The food itself is average. While I did enjoy the overall flavors, I don't know if I could say it was worth the price. I thịmk this place is worth visiting mainly for the interior and vibes. Not many places like it. From the floral touches to the vinyl bookshelf seats, this was a cozy backdrop for dinner and I was in no rush to leave.

    Tasnia S.

    Mono Mono was such a beautiful restaurant! Its decor and aesthetic is out of this world. Probably one of the most nicest decorated restaurants I've ever been to. The entire restaurant is decorated with honey and plants, there are also decorations of old vinyl records everywhere. The decor is absolutely breathtaking and stunning! The service was also fast and the servers were really friendly. This is a Korean American fusion spot where the food is a blend of American and Korean. The japchae was really delicious as well as the fries. It could be that it was really delicious because they just put a lot of salt in it. But none the less, the food was good and tasty! It can be a little pricey though, and the meals are around $50 for two items. You should come here for special occasions such as birthdays or anniversaries. Price: $30-$50 Rating: 8.5/10

    Potato Wedges
    Abram R.

    May 26, 2026,I went to this restaurant because it was recommended by my friends. To my surprise I was very disappointed with their food quality, service and atmosphere. We ordered beef tartare , was not tasteful, potato wedges was not cooked properly, kingcrab and salmon roll truffle japchae was tasteless. I found out the chef were not Korean but from a Latin country. This place atmosphere was very dark and it appeared mostly wee young customers having more drinks with their food. I would not go back. Judge for yourself. I am a foodie and always trying different ethnic foods and giving my rating and as a business owner it means a lot to me the service and the quality of foods.

    Interior dining room
    Ken D.

    A superlative experience in this come-as-you-are Korean fusion restaurant in the East Village. The kitchen provides the discerning palate with inspired plates. Ambience is warm, inviting and enjoyable. No stress, no attitude. Come. Relax. Enjoy.

    Johnny W.

    Mono+Mono is probably one of the prettier interior looking restaurant out there with flowers and decor designed very beautifully! The record bookshelf area with rotating records on top adds a warm and futuristic vibe to the entire dining experience. So if you only care about the aesthetics and instagram-worthy photos, this is the place for you! The food was where it didn't meet our expectation, especially for the price. The galbi jjim, one of my most beloved Korean dish, was the biggest let down. It came with 5 pieces but the meat was not as tender as it should be, it was a bit more tough and chewy which is not reflective of traditional galbi jjim. The porridge was also on the blander side, even though it did come with a good portion of chicken. The truffle japchae was very flavorful, but the lack of meat made the dish overly simplistic in terms of flavor and texture. The best items we got though had to be the clam chowder and fried chicken wings. The clam chowder was so rich and intense that it paired PERFECTLY with the toast that accompanied the dish, we cannot recommend this highly enough! The fried chicken wings were perfectly crispy and moist in the inside, which is the perfect snack to pair with your cocktails or beer. The bimibap was just okay, nothing too extraordinary but didn't taste bad. Overall we had a good dining experience, even though for some reason they didn't have a record of our reservation, but it was resolved since we came early enough that there were seats available. No one asked to check-in about our food, so we didn't get the opportunity to raise our concerns. Overall, there is so much potential for Mono-Mono to be amazing, especially with its beautiful interior decor. Hope this helps them achieve the very best. Thank you for reading and best of luck! (:

    Justin M.

    Super cute interior, friendly staff, and decent food. Nice spot for dates with closed off bookshelf seating areas :) FOOD: Soy Garlic Wings (8/10) - Reminds me just like bonchon. Super solid and juicy wings with the perfect glaze Kimchi Fried Rice (7/10) - Good flavor, but pretty oily compared to most kimchi fried rice I've had. Worth trying Truffle Japchae (5/10) - Smells like truffle but you can't taste it at all. Extremely oily as well.

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    Ask the Community - MONO+MONO

    Do you take credit card?

    Only AmEx or Cash

    How do I secure a reservation? There is no place to make one on yelp nor do they answer the phone. I am very interested in visiting this establishment.

    Resy

    Do you need to show vaccination proof?

    No. We were not asked to show proof of vaccination

    Is it a good place for vegetarians?

    Absolutely! My girlfriend is vegetarian and she shared a couple of plates with my sister and loved every dish. Cannot exactly recall what they had but they enjoyed it a lot.

    Do you have sushi?

    No sushi- menu available online

    Do you have outside seating available?

    Of course. We have outdoor seating tables.

    When is happy hour?

    We have happy hour between 4:30pm to 6:30pm everyday even weekend too

    What are their happy hour specials?

    No happy hour specials

    Is the soju sampler still available on the menu?

    Yes it is. But please listen, that soju has a mind of its own. Drink too much and you will wake up with a massive hangover. Such a fun place and the wings may be the best I've ever had.

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    Sunken Harbor Club

    Sunken Harbor Club

    4.5
    (116 reviews)
    2.4 mi
    $$$

    I've been trying to go to Sunken Harbor for over a year now. I don't know how it's possible but…read moredespite being local it always seems to have a private event whenever we have plans to go. The stars finally aligned this winter and I had the opportunity to try it out. The vibes are perfect. Fog and bubbles, sea noises and all of the art go together seemlessly. Drinks were great. We had three and left suitably sloshed for the night with no aftereffects. We didn't have too many bites but the food was very good for a bar. I'm excited to go back and I hope we have just as much luck getting in next time.

    This is a "speakeasy" above Gage and Tollner. An undersea Tiki style adventure with a sexy mermaid…read moreheading up the bar. Nautical theme throughout with weathered leather, ropes, fish. Cocktails are made with various types of rum and ingredients like grapefruit, maraschino, wormwood amaro, falernum, thyme, Assam tea, spiced lime, allspice, coconut, cucumber, nutmeg, sour orange. All the drinks keep with the tropical, fruity taste with a hint of spice. They are also broken up into categories (dry land = no alcohol, shallows = average amount of alcohol, and abyss (larger amounts of alcohol). The abyss section has some cocktails that are limited to two per customer. They have some bar bites like fried green tomatoes, shrimp toast, broiled oysters, ricotta, dumplings, sliders. I had the French fries with kimchi ranch, which were underwhelming. Bartenders were cool and kept the drinks coming. I got in immediately without an issue or a wait, but it was right after a snowstorm. I've seen some people struggle to get in or have a long wait.

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    Dear Strangers

    Dear Strangers

    4.3
    (29 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    Dear Strangers is a wonderful hidden gem! We celebrated Valentine's Day there last night and while…read morethe restaurant was incredibly busy, we never felt overlooked or underserved. The owners were milling around making sure everyone was well taken care of and the wait staff were kind and personable. Now the food...AMAZING!!! Every bite we took was wonderful and so surprising with creative combinations and gorgeously presented. The restaurant itself was hip and refined and seemed to be the happening spot of the night. We will certainly be back!

    Met up with friends here for dinner before a show near Washington square. It wasn't super crowded…read morewhen we arrived around 6pm (maybe due to the extreme cold that day) but started filling up gradually. I loved the ambiance and decor, very cozy. As for food, there were some true hits but most of the food was good but basic. The highlights for me were the wild mushrooms & rice cakes as well as the Caesar salad - loved the use of nori in the salad and would definitely come back for the mushrooms. The chicken cutlet and chicken dumplings were fine but I probably wouldn't order them again. The wait staff weren't super attentive nor super warm, but they were efficient when we asked for water refills, etc. There was ample standing room at the bar while we waited for our friends, but the table/booth that we sat at was super narrow, I was knocking knees with my friend all night and generally felt squished.

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    Attaboy

    Attaboy

    4.1
    (879 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    Small renowned cocktail bar without a menu…read more Highlights: - Bartender led: let them know what you like and they'll make you something. Mine was uncanny as I gave him a spirit and he ended up making me one cocktail with peach and another with apricot--2 flavors I love but did not mention. - Lots of locals - #37 of best of North America list for 2026 Midlights: - He told me the name of the cocktails he made, but I didn't remember to be able to order them again. Lowlights - Can be hard to find in the dark and rain but good the door next to it has a note to guide you to the right place - I could've used some bar nuts snack to go with it

    - 1st drink: light n refreshing, fruity or floral but not too sweet, gin based, no spices; this…read morecame out to be pretty good but not anything special nor memorable - 2nd drink: smooth n creamy, could be foamy, refreshing, tequila, something that can wake you up; highlight of the night! It really is light and refreshing with egg foam on top; i like the smooth and creamy factor; it wasn't too sweet but had a slight brightening flavor - 3rd drink: dark and stormy and that was quite of an experience; i indeed felt the storm rumbling down my throat n tummy; do not order unless you're having a tumultuous day rating: 4/5 - i like the concept of not having a menu and you just tell them what you like, because it really challenges them on how well they can deliver what you're feeling; i personally think they slayed - lively vibes and nice lighting but music was a bit too loud n poppy for my preference - vibe was cool but more for friend hangouts not so much date - the service was amazing! I felt the 100% attention from the server as he listened to my order; he was also super demure and personable - the highlight of my night was when he took my order AND when he gave us the check which was his super cutesie pirate ocean drawing - id recommend come checking out if you have strong preferences for cocktails and know what you like! IG: @nom.noms.only

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    Small space but good vibes
    Small space but good vibes
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    Paper plane
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    Steight

    Steight

    4.6
    (43 reviews)
    0.5 mi

    Very cute speakeasy hidden behind an empty hair salon. The decor was very fun, and I couldn't quite…read moretell what the theme was. It's a very small space, so it may be a bit of a wait for a seat. We came around 8:45 PM, and got a spot at the bar after about 20 minutes. We tried the yuzu contact and the ma-chet baker, and the ma-chet baker was definitely our favorite. It tasted just like a matcha latte, and I liked the bits of gen maicha in it. It wasn't very strong however. The yuzu contact was also very light and citrusy.

    yuzu highball mt highball…read more- highball was nice, basic, and refreshing; nothing much to note about but ive definitely had better - i liked the yuzu a bit more because the mt highball was a bit too alcoholic hojicha colada - hojicha is their seasonal menu and it also is my favorite! The tea was strong and fragrant - it is on the sweeter side, a bit like dessert, so i had to pair it with water, but it was still yummy and would recommend yuzu contact - this was alright! Typical yuzu but ive had better ones - personally feel like the yuzu can be brighter and a bit sweeter rating: 4/5 - the drinks were all good but nothing particularly stood out except for the hojicha colada - the vibe and the music really brought up my rating though! It was such a cute, cozy, intimate spot for dates - small speakeasy with only a few seats, similar to bars in japan; it's one of those japanese listening bars and i love it - there was light jazz in the background, not too loud that i had to shout - the mood was perfect; I couldn't stop staring at the interior decor and immerse myself in this little cozy corner - service was super quick, nothing much to note IG: @nom.noms.only

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    Apotheke

    Apotheke

    3.8
    (1.6k reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$$

    Apotheke was one of my first experiences with a hidden speakeasy a number of years ago, and it…read morestill remains the OG in my vast encyclopedia of experiences. :) Strolling down Chinatown's busy and gritty Doyers Street, looking for any sign of Apotheke is a fond memory, then finally figuring out where it was, and entering through the mysterious and otherworldly threshold resulted a transformative experience that made me feel like I time traveled. Mood lighting, comfortable seating, great drinks in a cozy and Victorian-inspired space are the perfect blend of unique and. I always felt like I was part of something special the few times enjoyed creative, delicious, and strong libations from the pros at the bar. While it has always been pricey, I do feel like the excellent service ambiance, and drink quality warrant this, but may prevent more folks from becoming regulars so to speak. I love the clever and compact bathroom design, too. IYKYK Long live Apotheke!

    Fifteen years later and Apotheke is still one of my favorites!…read more You will walk past this hidden speakeasy several times before finding it. I could tell you to look for the blue beaker sign that says "Chemist" but the better tell is the random guy sitting on a stool outside. He'll be the only person on the street, so no worries about missing him! The menu has changed over the years, but the quality has not. The bartenders are social and personable. And the prices are in line for the area. My bestie and I loved the vibe. One of the best speakeasies she's had the pleasure of experiencing. Don't miss out on this place!

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    The bar
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    Live Band
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