ChinGoo

My daughter and wife really enjoyed this place. They accommodated my wives allergies and were attentive. The food was very good. My daughter loves Korean food and she said this place was in her top places so far. The Kimchi rice was very good And my daughter loved her kimchi noodles. My wife doesn’t eat much but orders appetizers and the wings and dumplings were fried great. I will be back and with more people. I definitely want to try drinks from there.

Very authentic Korean restaurant!! We ordered Kimchi fries, Fried wings, Kimchi Pancake, Calamari Udon, Yukejang, Soondoboo, Bulgogi, and the Kimchi Stew, and we really enjoyed all the dishes. The wings and fries were very crispy. The calamari udon was very delicious. And the soup based dishes were very flavorful. Overall, all the dishes were truly delicious and I recommend this restaurant if you are nearby a lot! Definitely will be coming back soon!!!!

If you're looking for authentic, delicious Korean food with great service, look no further than ChinGoo. Whether you're craving a flavorful bowl of bibimbap or some seriously great fried wings, you won't be disappointed. Five stars all the way! Also splurge on their selection of Jinro Soju but be mindful of the fact that it is a strong drink!

Came here on a chilly night with my partner for some grub, loved the food, full of flavor!

Warm, comforting Korean food on a rainy Wednesday night. We stumbled upon Chingoo while circling for parking before a show and were so glad we did. The soon doo boo chigae and bibimbap were both excellent—rich, home-style flavors that hit the spot. The space is cozy, not crowded, and service was fast and kind. A hidden gem for a relaxed, satisfying meal.

Local mom/pop Korean spot in East Williamsburg, has the quintessential dishes and Korean wings! Delicious and reasonably priced. I’ve only had take-out since I live in the area, but the staff seems friendly every time I pick up.

When asked had gluten free options! Chicken or tofu bimimbap but must ask for GF as they won't add soy. Brought me GF sauce as well ♥️ try the Korean rice wine, so yummy!

Little gem always hits the spot for me whenever I’m craving Korean food in the area. Service is always good and courteous.

Came around 2pm on a Saturday and had the place to ourselves. Very clean environment and friendly/attentive staff. The food was objectively good but I don't think it suit my taste palette. Decent prices too

Chingoo is an absolute gem! The food is sensational. I've been there a few times and I've never been anything but pleased. The service is quick and easy. The restaurant itself is a great size and very comfortable. I've tried so many new Korean dishes thanks to this wonderful spot! It's definitely a go-to and should be on a person's list of restaurants to hit up in Williamsburg!

Been here a few times, as a group, one on one, and solo. Fairly consistent, especially the bibimbap, and prices are fairly reasonable. It's not the typical k town crowded feel with the grills and all the works but more of a mom and pop shop that is actually quite common in Korea. One bummer is there isn't really a spread of different banchan, only a side of kimchi, which is uncommon for Korean spots and a bit of a bummer. The galbi was particularly tasty and good for sharing as was the pancake. Service is decent but it's a small enough spot that you can easily flag someone if you need anything.

Reviewing Chingoo feels like when your partner asks them what you love about them. 'Everything... and everything in particular' is what we'd all like to say but since that won't do, hopefully this will. 1. The nicest staff. Many a time have I gotten a little treat just because they're the best and we were enjoying the food so much 2. Beef & vegi japche medium spicy is a culinary experience that can only be described as a consistent 'high' similar to the feeling of your first bite of a Hawaiian sweet roll... but all the time. Who knew you could do this with food?! How does it taste so good EVERY TIME... their smiles hide secrets 3. The logo on the napkins is sooooo cute 4. It's awesome

As a Korean man I hate to write a bad review but the food is bad. It is literally a disservice to Korean food for the price that they are charging. Reheated frozen Korean food tastes better than what they have here. I feel like I was tricked by the high rated reviews and comments because in 2025 people deserve better when they are looking to eat out for Korean food.

Our experience at Chingoo is a good one. Despite the funky smell when we first walked in, the food are delicious and fresh. Our favorite is the seafood pancake. It is a must order. One of the pancake we have ever had for a long time. It is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Get sizzling pot bimbibap if you decid to get rice. I got fried tofu bimbibap and the pot stays hot through my whole meal. Hubby got the soup one I forgot the name but it's a beef soup with veggies and yam noodles. The soup taste so good especially on a cold day like today. Dear daughter got the bulgogi. It was not overly sweet like other bulgogi. It came out sizzling hot also. Make sure you try the kimchi! We got three refills. The best kimchi I ever had. Pairs really good with our dishes. Even my 16 yr old daughter said it fits her taste. Food is the whole 4 stars. Take one star for the foul smell when we first walked in. It's a very weird smell that we must take one star off.

Dined in on a Thursday night, and there were a couple tables empty. Atmosphere gives off pop shop. Everything was well seasoned except the stew, we only had Kimchi as the banchan and it wasn't spicy but the flavor was there. One of the best kimchis we've had. The dishes are a bit small but it's enough for one person to finish.

Really good dining experience, food was quite good. Small and intimate restaurant with not too many workers but service was lacking a little bit as it took a while for our orders to get taken. The fries were crispy and warm. The yukaejang was good and honestly had enough noodles in it so unless you want a total noodle dish, order it normally. Really no comments on food as it was all delicious when it came out.

Local mom/pop Korean spot in East Williamsburg, has the quintessential dishes and Korean wings! Delicious and reasonably priced. I've only had take-out since I live in the area, but the staff seem friendly every time I pick up.

Our family picks up dinner here like once a week. We love every soup and bowls. Everything is freshly made and quick to order. Also don't miss out on their lunch specials, the dolsot bibmap is a go to favorite in a hot sizzling bowl.

I stopped by for a quick dinner before heading home from a nearby event. It was fairly empty but it was late on Wed. I was seated promptly and given water while I perused the menu. I decided on an order of Garlic Soy Wings and the Stone pot bulgogi . Generous portions of tasty Korean food and attentive service. If I was in the area its great for a casual lunch/dinner

As a Korean-American who has lived between New York and California for over 50 years, this is genuinely the best Korean restaurant I've eaten at in the U.S. Their food truly makes me feel like I'm back at Seoul, eating tteokbokki with my mother. Not just that, but the food is all quite cheap, especially for the amount and quality of the food you get. If you're a Korean person staying in Brooklyn and you miss the taste of home, make sure to visit! 11/10. (Also, they have the best donkatsu I have ever eaten, in America, Korea, or Japan.)

This place was alright. Would return if back in the area but wouldn't go out of my way to eat here. It's decent Korean food if you like that...

Excellent ! Food always good. Best spicy chicken wings. Bul go gi delicious !!! Only other dish I've had here is Chicken teriyaki. Service always friendly, vibe is laid back.

Hidden gem in the neighborhood. Authentic Korea comfort food - hit the spot! Will definitely come again!

The food was so delicious and the service was amazing, such kind workers!!! Loved the kimchi fries!!!

Great food ! Beautiful atmosphere !! Amazing service !!! Definitely recommend the spicy Chicken Bao.

This is a cool chill spot with great eats. Lunch specials were awesome. The galbi with rice had great cuts of meat unlike some places that gives you just giants chunks of fat. The only guy there working was awesome and super patient. Def stopping by again.

Great food and service. Chill ambiance. Focused really on the food and authenticity. I spent quite some time waiting for my friend to show up and they didn't mind at all. I ordered the bugolgi bibimbap which was delicious. Tender, hot, fresh and I got the sauce on the side, as much as I wanted! Good spot for a casual lunch or dinner. Big enough for large parties.

Delicious! The galbi is very flavorful, chicken wings are crispy and juicy, tteokbokki was very soft, and the service was very kind and fast. Wonderful new regular spot.

Love the play of the name, for those who don't know it translates to "friend" in Korean. Super cute idea for the name of a resto. We walked in on a rainy afternoon craving hot soup, and they didn't disappoint. Every item that my partner and I ordered was delicious and we honestly can't wait to come back. For appetizer, I highly recommend their spicy chicken bao and kimchi fries. The fries stayed surprisingly crispy despite being covered with kimchi and kewpie mayo. Their kimchi jigae was piping hot and had the right amount of sourness you would want. Staff was kind, and attentive. The interior was on the darker side if I recall correctly, so it offers an intimate vibe for those looking to come here on a date or simply for quiet-like meal. It wasn't super busy when we went probably due to the inclement weather but I suspect this place can get loud. Seats are not suuuper close together which I appreciated. Overall, I highly recommend coming to check them out. Partner and I love this place and it's going on our list of regular restos to rotate for date nights.

Dined in at noon on a Sunday, and restaurant was empty. We got greeted by the owner and seated right away which was nice. Ambience is typical for most Korean restaurants, dark, bar-like. Food was as expected, well-seasoned, and we finished everything. A few things to note: prices are not too bad, and portion is great. I wish banchan (side dishes) was an option in the menu because it would definitely complete the meal. There's a small portion of kimchi served, but it wasn't my favorite. I'd personally would go back every once in awhile if I live nearby, but I don't. Overall, I'd recommend if you're in the area crave Korean food. Great Greenpoint BK neighborhood spot!!!

This place is incredible! We called asking if they had a table for 5 & they said they did, we arrived they had it ready for us, even on a busy friday night! Incredible food, vibes and service. Some of the best korean food i've ever had in my life! 10/10 look no further this is the spot !

The seafood soondubu was delicious! They give lots seafood :) The galbi also came with sizzling kimchi

Heck. Yessss. I had to write a review for this homey vibes gem in BK! We got soju, tteokbokki, fried chicken wings, and galbi. Every bite was better than the last. Galbi- tender and umami-rich; wings- shatteringly crisp and juicy; tteok- perfectly chewy with great sweet-heat. The person who greeted, seated, and served my brother and I was so lovely. If you have a low tolerance for spicy things, perhaps consider mentioning that to your server. I loved it. To each their own! Allergens/allergies: One salad has walnuts. No other peanuts or tree nuts as of 22 March 2024. My brother ate well here, safely.

I visited here after getting my nails done across the street. I was craving Korean food, so it was perfect that Chingoo was a three min walk from the salon. I did not have any expectations, for it was my first time, and it's hard to find Korean food that actually tastes like Korean food (I am from Korea). However, this restaurant really delivered. First, the host was super nice and helpful. I asked him for a recommendation, and he guided me towards picking the right option for me. I ended up getting the kimchi udon, and honestly it's one of the best modern korean food I've had in awhile. It really felt like a home cooked meal, and it reminded me of home. The portion is also very generous, and the price is fair. I really love this spot, and I think it'll be my go-to comfort Korean food place in Williamsburg. So happy that this place exists! 넘 맛있어요 엉엉 사장님 대박나세요

My favorite neighborhood takeout! They have the best kimchi ever! Highly recommend the bibimbap

Solid spot for Korean food in Williamsburg. Stumbled upon this place on yelp and did not disappoint. This is my first time trying yukgaejang which is a spicy beef soup. Good if you like spicy. The only downside about this spot is they don't give any banchan except kimchi.

Food and service are excellent. The food is real authentic Korean food, with the proper ingredients and flavor profiles. Their lunches are delicious and affordable. What a neighborhood gem!

As someone who lived in Korea for two years, this place is amazing and very authentic. Keep up the great work!

TL;DR Bargain prices for Korean food! Absolute gem! Food (5/5) - The menu featured a lot of repeating motifs (bulgogi, army stew, bibimbap etc) but enough variety to come here often. We ordered: 1) Creamy kimchi udon ($19) - think carbonara with a Korean twist. Udon sauteed with shrimp, bacon and creamy kimchi sauce, topped with parmesan. Really yummy, a good non-spicy option that was still very tasteful and didn't feel like eating a heart attack. 2) Yukgaejang ($16) - Korean stew, spicy beef soup with shredded beef, scallions, bean sprouts, bracken, mushrooms and sweet potato noodles. Comes with rice. So worth it - portions were large, could drink the stew for days. Just the right amount of spicy where it warms you going down. Have been remiss eating well textured sweet potato noodles - these retained their texture but also held flavor really well. The soup was fully loaded with the aforementioned ingredients - they spared no expense. Ambiance (4/5)  - Interior was a little bright for a Friday night but fairly quiet, unobstrusive. Service (5/5) - Food and drinks all came very promptly and were hot. Price (5/5) - normally priced for NYC food but the portions make it totally worth it! Covid - Customary vaccine card check, tables are fairly spaced out. Some outdoor seating available. Staff are fairly respectful of distancing (as much as is possible) and masking. All in all, would recommend and would return to this place, especially if you live nearby! Would be a great quick lunch spot.

Delicious Korean food in the Williamsburg area. Owner of the place is always happy to greet us and help with anything. Plenty of tables and never been super busy. My favorite is the galbi, but don't sleep on the creamy udon!

Great food and the sweetest staff! This is a place I regularly come to with my friends after work to catch up, and wind down. I highly recommend the kimchi tofu soup and beef ramen !

Great, true authentic Korean food with very friendly service from the staff. Very reasonable prices with a medium sized indoor, almost casual seating area, which is great when you want to eat out but you don't want to get too fancy! I got the spicy rice cakes with veggie gyoza/dumplings and dolsot bibimbap which comes in a hot stone pot - always delicious and dine in option only for this dish. I would come here all the time if I lived closer :)

After searching many restaurants, I've decided on choosing chingoo. Starting with a positive, delivery only took 20 minutes while it said it'll take 40-55 minutes. They also texted that they're here rather than calling and left it in my building lobby with my name written on it. Which sounds common but not all places do so. For food, I ordered the soy garlic fried chicken wings and the deopbap lunch special with bulgogi. Good things about the wings... the size of the wings were decent sized and not tiny like some other places and it was still crispy when I got them. Also can't forget about the pickled daikon on the side. It may have been the best part of my entire order. The bad... the soy garlic sauce was almost non-existent. See both pictures to compare... there was sauce on one side and not even fully, while the other had no flavor at all. The deopbap.. it's not appealing and it tasted like pork rather than beef, but the rice and sauce was good together. Overall, I'm not sure I would order again.. at least not the two items I ordered this time. For $32 (tax, tip, fees included), it wasn't worth it.

Everything was so great about this place! I guess it gets a lot DoorDash orders, because while we were sitting there eating there were about 5 pick ups! I hope ya'll know the food is even better when they bring it hot to your table. Anyways, my boyfriend and I were starving and stumbled upon this place, we aren't from NY, just visiting. We walked in and the man sat us down right away. He was so welcoming and hospitable; nothing less than what I expected! My boyfriend got the galbi and I got the bibimbap. The galbi was so good, but his one issue was you really need to work for it. Each piece still had bone in it, he would have rather no bone. Still good! I got the pork bibimbap and asked for it in the stone pot. Does it make a difference, I don't know, but it definitely keeps it warm the whole time! Everything was so delicious. If we're ever in the area again, we'll definitely come by!

First time here or at any Korean place in NYC. Saw the reviews and gave it a try. Place was cozy and owner welcoming. Waiter helped with making a choice and they were both really good. Overall good experience. Recommend you give it a try.

On Christmas day, my friend called ten different spots and found they were all closed, except this one! Chingoo is a pleasant spot with awesome Korean food without stopping into K-town. The staff working was great and our food was prepared fairly quick. We had the Soondobu (kimchi version), beef japchae, and kalbi, all available on the lunch menu. Maybe because we came for lunch, banchan is not part of the meal. The flavors for all were mouthwatering and delicious. I'd come back for some tofu stew any day.

Great flavors and super friendly owner! Love supporting this mom and pop establishment.

You guys are gonna get tired of us reviewing Korean restaurants... But Korean is the ultimate cheat day special because NYC has a ton of great Korean restaurants... And this one is good too. We had all the traditional stuff but threw in mandoo with rice cake which was... not great (or good). But everything else we had was quite tasty.

We've tried the yukgaejang, the bulgogi, the wings, the baos and the bibimbap as delivery from here and loved it. Wings and other fried food definitely don't stay as crispy when they're being transported further than the kitchen to dining room, but flavors were tasty. The yukgaejang was super warm and tasty when it came, it was like a hug to my soul during a cold day. I love the chicken bao too! They always throw in pickled radish with your order.

This place was absolutely wonderful takeout. From what I could tell on a Friday, there was no outdoor seating, so all of their profit comes from to go orders. Please support this business! We ordered the Korean wings (half spicy and half soy garlic), creamy kimchi udon, and bul go gi. The wings were absolutely delicious. The spicy ones in particular were super saucy and perfectly spicy. The creamy kimchi udon was so delicious and different. I've never had anything like it and it was so delicious. Finally the bul go gi was sweet and couldn't go wrong. Overall, this was a solid 10/10. It's wonderful having a delicious Korean restaurant so close to home!

try the kimchi tofu stew. it is great comfort food on a cold day. and healthy. Staff--you're a really nice. This is not the best Korean food in the city, but it is solid enough.

Solid delivery experience! Bulgogi bibimbap was filling, kimchi stew was good as well. Food came quicker than expected and was hot when it arrived, which I appreciated. Would order again and try new items next time!

Love! Friendly staff. Outstanding food. Charming enough dine in ambiance. Chingoo shouldn't change a thing. Thank you for being a fantastic option on Graham Ave for dine in or take out.

I'm a creature of habit. For nearly all of 2020, I've been ordering Korean delivery, every Sunday, from different K-restaurants in the area. It's my one non-self-cooked meal of the week and I like specific Korean dishes: bibimbap, yoo gae chang and tukbokki (pardon my poor spelling!). The bibimbap was decent here, but I thought their version of goochujang (I think) sauce to be more on the smokier side. I personally love wood ear mushrooms in my yoo gae chang (not so in their version) and found their broth to be on the oily side. They also don't have a traditional tukbokki dish, it's a combo with Mandoo and I have to say, THAT is a reason to order from here, because it was good. I'll have to sample their wings and some of their other popular dishes, to get a real feel for this place. But as always, thankful for any restaurant that's able to delivery during these times!

Highly recommend for soups! Their lunch specials can't be beat and will leave your belly feeling warm and nourished. Great service. Neighborhood gem! (I would definitely order the soups over the BBQ. Will definitely get Kimchi Stew over LA Galbi here.)

Overall, pretty good neighborhood spot for a Korean fried chicken fix, but not sure if I'd go out of my way to make a trip out there. We tried their wings and chicken bibimbap, both were fine.

Got some takeout from Chingoo, which is down the street from me. They have four tables set up in their little patio, so maybe one day I'll check that out. The staff was super nice. My food was ready fairly fast. It's a nice space and the patio looked decent. The menu isn't insanely long, which is kind of nice and they have lunch specials as well. The food: Korean Fried Chicken - it was good, had a bit of kick, super crunchy, great flavor...didn't steam in the box for too long Soon Do Boo - it was delicious, tasted amazing and hits the spot on colder days TLDR: it's typical Korean food prices and the food is actually good. It's great to have a Korean spot in the area. Would totally recommend and I don't think you'd go wrong with anything you order.