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Hangawi

Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant and Korean Restaurant$$$$

NoMad, New York

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Hangawi

8.4^/10

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Ranked #9 for kimchi in New York
The experts at Serious Eats and Gothamist recommend this place
"The best tofu and mushroom dishes."(4 Tips)
"But if they have it, get the pumpkin porridge, todok salad & kimchi!"(14 Tips)
"The best vegetarian Korean food."(3 Tips)
"Loved the avocado stone bowl and the lychee wine"(3 Tips)

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Addison SammetDecember 3, 2016
The Teas and Sake are great. In the winter, there is a Matsutake feast. Also the Kimchi is fantastic. Remember to have easy shoes, it's required to remove shoes before taking your seat.
Upvoted Mar 20
Kuo-yu LiangApril 27, 2018
Korean (vegan) temple food. Great ambience, good drinks selection, large menu focusing on mushrooms, roots, vegetables and tofu. Good non dairy desserts.
Upvoted Mar 17
GothamistOctober 10, 2014
If you stick to a vegetarian diet, this spot serves up meat-free Korean delicacies. Try the organic bibimbap ($26), mixed rice served with vegetables, greens and/or avocado in a stone bowl. Read more
Nate FolkertJuly 2, 2018
the crispy sweet and sour mushrooms are tasty and accessible
MohitOctober 18, 2018
Vegan Korean food. Paradise. From the decor, seating to the comforting food, love everything this place has to offer. Menu is huge so take ur time. Been here like 3 times now & never disappointed
Kelsey NicoleDecember 2, 2013
This restaurant was amazing. The heated floor for your feet was a nice touch. Try the nirvana drink if you love ginger! I ate the spicy mushroom dinner it was awesome and plenty of food!
AntonyDecember 23, 2016
Go earlier in evening with a reservation for a more relaxing experience. We went at 10pm on a Saturday but they stop serving many dishes and drinks and staff are rushing around with one foot out door.
Rachel KimMarch 19, 2014
Behind its large wooden entrance doors you'll find a quiet escape from a bumbling K-town. Options are health-conscious, vegetarian-friendly, and plenty. Make sure you take off your shoes first!
Rebecca AtwoodFebruary 7, 2015
Even meat lovers swoon for Hangawei. It's vegetarian Korean food in the coziest setting imaginable. Get leek pancakes, the spicy tofu dish with the kimchi, and the broccoli with garlic.
Jeffrey ZeldmanSeptember 6, 2013
Serene Korean vegan restaurant transports you out of hectic midtown. Prix fixe multi-course dinner is way to go. Enjoy the first-pick Korean green tea, which you can't get almost anywhere else.
Madhuvanthi MohanJune 1, 2014
So serene. You have to take off your shoes and there are these sunken tables you sit at. reasonably priced for the ambience you're getting. Must try the hot stone bowl veggie rice. Food not so spicy.
Margaret CzeislerOctober 2, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Menu changes daily & seasonally... But if they have it, get the pumpkin porridge, todok salad & kimchi! This is one of my favorite vegetarian & vegan (gluten free options too!)restaurants in the city.
NishAugust 24, 2013
So authentic, you're required to take off your shoes and sit in sunken chairs. The tofu stone bowl, fritters and Black Forest cake are all amazing! Try a soju cocktail too!
Alyssa B.October 17, 2022
Very good vegetarian Korean dishes. The veg tempura boat was a fave!
Shannon McCookFebruary 12, 2012
Be prepared to take off your shoes! fantastic food and atmosphere; service was lacking. The rice bowls and Maitake mushroom dish is nom worthy. Lychee wine is sweet but good. (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
Sharon BergerAugust 27, 2013
The pear juice and citrus juice are fantastic so is the pancake appetizer platter as well as the blueberry coconut cake for dessert. Delicious food and good service.
MarsGirlVoyagerNovember 2, 2014
vegan and vegetarian food, absolutely delish and the atmosphere can't be beaten. You feel like you have been transported a long way from NYC. Many dishes are rice based.
Serious EatsMarch 6, 2013
A totally vegan restaurant that offers a peaceful respite from the busy street of Koreatown. A Korean destination for everyone, vegan and otherwise.
Silvia TorricelliFebruary 1, 2014
Organic food, tasty and beautiful atmosphere with candels. Forbidden shoes. Only vegetarian meals. Top selection. Enjoy your dinner.
EchoDAAugust 13, 2012
this is great vegetarian place, nice traditional style decor and seating- no shoes required :-) everything that we tasted has that fresh taste, the Avocado bowl was great, tea's ..enjoy
citizenMApril 26, 2016
While not wearing any shoes (don't worry, you get slippers to go to the bathroom), try the Sesame Leaf Tofu Patties, they're a real treat! Read more
Stephanie MassineJanuary 1, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Great food and experience. Pricey but worth it. Highly recommended for both veggies and non-veggies. Their vegan cheesecake is a must.
Serious EatsApril 23, 2013
The Mongolian Hot Pot comes with wild bracken shoots, mushrooms and other mixed vegetables and arrives to your table still sizzling.
Elvis RodricksJune 5, 2019
A one of a kind 'low level' sit down and East Asian experience. Food is great along with their service. Great for dates or large groups.
Nidhi RaviJuly 29, 2018
The food here is absolutely delicious! Even though a little over priced for K-town, it offers a really good ambience and service!
Marie La RueJanuary 12, 2019
Korean vegetarian food in zen ambiance. Enjoyed my spicy tofu dish and the assortment of sweet potatoes patties appetizer. Good for a date or for groups. Cocktails were forgettable. Pricey.
Brian MasefieldOctober 25, 2014
Get the crispy mushroom sweet & sour dish. So good. Be prepared to take your shoes off for the dining area. Wear clean socks.
Cecilia SchudelJune 13, 2013
Been here 5+ times
The food is great, especially the pancakes/pajun, kimchi, and spicy chili mushrooms. The drinks and service are just meh. Email or call in advance for a reservation!
Brie ScolaroNovember 19, 2015
Stuffed shitake, tofu clay pot, avocado stone pot, and gluten free black forest cake. To die for. Coming back weekly.
Lynell LasradoOctober 20, 2013
Cocktails devoid of alcohol, dessert portions were so small. Only saving grace was the pancake combo. Take back the zagat rating and michellin guide entry soon!
Hannah TreasureDecember 22, 2015
kimchi soup is craaazy 💕😳 safe haven for veggies to take their non-veggie friends and everyone still ends up happy
Amit KapilSeptember 3, 2013
Simply wonderful. Light eaters may find the portions quite large. It's a place that you should try everything on the menu at least once.
Jenny GregoryFebruary 9, 2014
One of the 10 best vegetarian restaurants in New York according to Gothamist and recommended for Valentine's Day by Clean Plates
Michæl StarkeyAugust 10, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Best Vegan restaurant in NYC! Order Frey with your meal, an organic, no detectable sulfite Calif. red table wine. Shoes are not mandatory.
Brian MasefieldNovember 1, 2014
Their crispy mushroom dish is addictive. Love the dining area. Wear clean socks - you have to take your shoes off.
Nikhita MahtaniDecember 9, 2013
Absolutely love. Healthy and delicious! Kimchi and tofu, and the rice bowls ❤
Jason H.July 15, 2016
All very good and wide variety of food. I'm very much a meat eater and I still enjoyed the dinner very much.
Lovely G.August 12, 2014
The best vegetarian Korean food. The atmosphere is great! You sit on pillows and the staff is very attentive.
Lisa HinchliffeAugust 29, 2014
Lovely atmosphere and authentic service. Creative and interesting food. Stood up nicely to similar experience in Seoul.
Marinna DudasNovember 2, 2011
Had a truly delicious and unique dining experience. Loved the avocado stone bowl and the lychee wine is pleasantly sweet and refreshing. Will definitely return!
Jeffrey ZeldmanAugust 19, 2015
My dad and his wife—life-long meat eaters—loved the Korean vegan lunch at Hangawi. #winning
Gaurav GMay 27, 2013
Eat the avocado stone bowl rice, combination pancakes and stuffed shiitake mushrooms. Fantastic place for all vegetarians.
Priyanka BFebruary 7, 2012
Korean vegetarian place that offers a unique dining experience. @gauri u need to teach me how to use chopsticks again! (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
Roniel TesslerFebruary 5, 2017
Mushroom dishes are excellent. A fun place to take a date or a for a fun night out.
Rosie BevertonSeptember 25, 2013
Reservation recommended since it gets busy. Get the tasting menu! Also has great gluten free options :)
Taha EbrahimiFebruary 22, 2010
Been here 10+ times
Best vegetarian Korean in the city, hands down. If you can't afford dinner, there is an AMAZING four-course lunch for just $20. All the stone bowls are great and they come out still bubbling.
Michelle WilesDecember 7, 2016
Ask for extra hot sauce w your rice bowl
Piyumi DiasDecember 28, 2019
Amazing variety of Korean vegetarian food. Loved it. Try the Lychee wine.
GaudinessSeptember 3, 2014
Very great vegetarian options ❤️ try the mushroom pancakes
melissaJanuary 31, 2015
Avocado stone bowl, stuffed mushrooms, ssam ban, date paste tea...pretty much everything

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