Danji
(Now Closed)Korean Restaurant$$$$
Hell's Kitchen, New York
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Fred Stevens-SmithNovember 12, 2015Tapas twist on classic Korean dishes. Super great execution, friendly staff and owner, and lovely ambiance.
Veronica UribeMay 31, 2021Chef’s menu is awesome. Spicy wings were great. Kimchi Rice was awesome. We also loved Tuna sashimi
Emily HaOctober 11, 2011Recommend their tofu w. ginger scallion dressing, honey garlic wings and bulgogi beef sliders, and kimchi bacon chorizo ‘paella’.
Paul LomaxSeptember 6, 2013Everything we ordered was great. Definitely get the tofu starter, it's surprisingly amazing. Big fan of the fried chicken too.
Jack HarrisonSeptember 23, 2014Get a range of dishes to share - the bossam in particular is incredible, (bitesize pork belly & kimchi cabbage wraps).
Julie SosciaJanuary 27, 2019The variety of sliders are always a popular choice. The spicy pork belly and the bulgogi beef are some faves
Village VoiceDecember 12, 2013Take our advice: eat the kimchi bacon spam fried rice. They say it's for 2, but we won't judge you if you devour it all yourself!
NearSay NYCJuly 25, 2011Danji in Hell's Kitchen brings the genuine flavors of Korea with some French influence to develop the taste, quality, & visual of each dish. The place offers small but shareable portions.
Kelsey✨October 7, 2017Small space, so arrive early to snag a table during the lunchtime rush, and order the poke bibimbap bowl
Inga BarchanAugust 16, 2014Try everything! If you have to choose, go for the pancake, but try not to miss out on the fish, tofu, you name it...
Best Korean around. Never had a dish I didn't love here. Show up early, it's small and fills up fast!- Thomas MoAugust 17, 2014Two dishes per person is a good portion. Spicy kfc wings, bulgolgi sliders and kimchi bacon paella are musts.
Urania MylonasNovember 17, 2019The kimchi Bloody Mary is excellent! Also they are definitely open on Sundays—Foursquare you should correct that.
Michelin Travel & LifestyleDecember 2, 2013Start with golbaengi moochim (whelks), then thick fillets of pearly white sablefish or a tray of bo ssäm (pork belly). – Green Guide Editor
The New York TimesNovember 29, 2011Recommended dishes: Whelk salad with buckwheat noodles, steak tartare, pancake, japchae, sablefish, DMZ stew, fried tofu, sliders, paella Read more
Mark MunroJune 12, 2015Kimchi bacon fried rice and chicken wings are superb. It's sort of tiny, but the flavors make a lasting impressions, particularly the wings.
SPE CertifiedAugust 10, 2012Recommended dish: The Whelk Salad with Buckwheat Noodles is not only delicious, but is also officially SPE-certified. Read more
Daniel SultanMay 27, 2012The Yellowtail sashimi with Kimchi is out of this world. The pancakes are a great surprise. And don't forget to get a Sangria.
Michael LaMasaAugust 12, 2014Can get pricy, but worth it. Small and intimate. Delicious food. The spare rib is to die for!
jury hahnJuly 27, 2011I'm a native Korean, moved here 5 yrs ago, this place beats any of restaurants in ktwon. especially, skirt steak bbq, sliders, kimchi bacon chorizo paella- Village VoiceNovember 14, 2011Winner of Best Use of Kimchi in the Village Voice 2011 Best Of issue! Order the kimchi fried rice, but make sure to get a jidori hen egg on top!
Razia RehmaniOctober 17, 2016We got lunch special and the soup was very tasty. Service was also good. Very happy with experience will be coming back soon
Chelsea BalkanJune 22, 2014#dubiDO #FabuLIST bulgogi sliders and spicy pork belly sliders. Two per order. Menus hidden in drawers at the table. #dubiDONT wagu short ribs are overrated and expensive for what you get.
Danji just gets better and better with each visit. Last meal was a hit. Ask for Bondagi (it's a dish that is typically st. food in Korea), but chef takes it to another level.
StonehengeNYCDecember 14, 2011Insanely awesome Korean food with a modern twist. Midtown West's answer to Momofuku...almost? The tofu, sashimi, and bulgogi burger are not to be missed. Read more
Matthew RodriguezAugust 26, 2011Technically, a Korean-fusion restaurant, but the bulgogi sliders are seoul good!! Stop by at the bar for an order of these and one of their excellent cocktails.
Steak tartar, bulgolgi sliders, yellowtail sashimi, & spicy fried chicken. Good for two people, perfect meal. Do it now!!!
Samara TrillingMarch 1, 2015The spicy octopus is good and the drinks are not too sweet, which is great. Tiny, scene-y and always crowded
Nathan KamMay 30, 2012One of my favorite stops in the city. Modern Korean fare served here in a lively setting. Food is incredible.
AmateurConciergeOctober 16, 2014It's like a slightly refined version of Momofuku uptown. Not so big on the veggie sushi but everything else was well worth it
Maggie SheldonApril 19, 2016Pork belly sliders and the tofu appetizer are delicious. I enjoyed the sangria, too!
Simon LeungAugust 10, 2014Great date place and the pro belly was awesome. A little higher end with smaller portions but very cute!
Elaine SMay 24, 2013Most exquisite Korean food I've tried punto. The scallion pancakes, the K.F.C chicken wings, the kimchi... ahhh so good
In addition to my fans (spicy yellowtail, bulgogi and pork belly sliders, try the tofu with ginger sauce. It is amazing!
Jenny LiuMay 18, 2013The restaurants next door must get tons of business from Danji's throwaway trim. Best al dente Soba ever (with the whelk)
Thea RodgersNovember 3, 2013Prepare to wait at least an hour- worth the wait! Pork buns, garlic honey wings, calamari, kimchi spam fried rice
Dan SchwartzJuly 11, 2012Get the Spicy Ginger Margarita and Kimchee bacon paella (with the egg of course)
jon nguyenJune 1, 2013Try the Spicy Whelk Salad With Buckwheat Noodles - ooooh its about to get serious! whelks at a korean joint with cold noodles...this is serious shit!
David HuMay 9, 2014Tapas place, so small portions for the price, but delicious nonetheless. Get the sablefish and the sliders!
Ben MackeyAugust 9, 2014They have makgeolli - Korean unfiltered rice beer! Goes really well with Korean fried chicken.
Kathy LiuJuly 15, 2016Really flavorful and fresh Korean food. The portions are pretty small. My friend and I were still pretty hungry after our meal.
Sakura YagiSeptember 14, 2014Watermelon Crush is aptly named & delicious. Paella & hot wings were good but the pork sliders were our favorites.
- Village VoiceFebruary 1, 2013Vegetarians who get teary eyed thinking of forgoing the kimchi, take note! There are several varieties here that nix the fish sauce.
KarishmaNovember 24, 2012Honestly the most amazing food I've ever had. Can't go wrong with any dish, so choose point and choose!
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Danji is our attempt to elevate Korean cuisine to the next level.
We showcase authentic Korean flavors prepared with classical French techniques to enhance the taste, textures, and aesthetic of each dish.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- Noon–2:30 PM
- 5:15 PM–Midnight
- Fri
- Noon–2:30 PM
- 5:15 PM–1:00 AM
- Sat
- 5:15 PM–1:00 AM
(212) 586-2880
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No
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