Gui Steakhouse – NYC Times Square

Gui Steakhouse and Bar 92 offers a seamless multilevel experience that effortlessly blends elevated drinking and dining. Journey begins at Bar 92 on the first floor which is an intimate space with a modern wine program that breaks convention. Their carefully curated selections highlight bold and unexpected pairings making it an ideal first stop for connoisseurs and casual sippers alike. After a round (or two) of drinks, head upstairs to Gui where the magic begins. Led by Michelin-starred Chef Sungchul Shim, Gui specializes in wood-fired dry-aged steaks that are nothing short of extraordinary. Each cut is treated with dedication and precision, exactly the kind that melts in your mouth while lingering in memory. Service is over expectations with true hospitality. Whether you’re here for the innovative drinks or the perfectly executed steak, Gui and Bar 92 delivers a dining experience that’s modern, refined, and ultimately satisfying.

Gui reminds me of a typical upscale steakhouse but with a Korean twist - and it works! I really enjoyed some of their more unique options that you wouldn’t find in a typical American steakhouse like the kimchi fried rice and yookhwe. Everything else was good - nothing special but extremely fresh. Their cocktails were good but the desserts were a bit of a miss for me - nothing memorable. I’d definitely come back if I was having a large event and needed to be in the midtown area. The waiting staff was nice and the vibe inside is simple but upscale. Would recommend for a work event or large group gathering.

Everything was fantastic. Service was incredibly fast and accommodating. They checked for allergies and if we had a show to catch. Food was flavorful and had diverse flavors. I had the most tender steak I've ever had. The guy at the next table said the same, while boasting that he's a steak connoisseur. We had the pix price meal, with yellow fin raw fish as an appetizer. Exquisite!

I like beef, but I don't naturally gravitate to thick slabs of dead cow, so take this review with a grain of salt (bae)--I don't frequent steakhouses much. That said, I do know that NYC doesn't have a single non-American-style steakhouse, so Gui's decisively Korean version of this cuisine style is a refreshing change. Let me be clear: This is a Korean steakhouse. Not Korean BBQ. Korean. Steakhouse. It serves all the big slabs of cow people know and love, but with Korean flavors and enhancements. We started with some apps to whet our apps. The A5 Wagyu Katsu Sando with caviar was delicate, rich and delicious. The Mala Gambas was literally a Szechuan mala version of the classic tapas dish, complete with Szechuan peppercorns--genius and delicious, though the accompanying sourdough toast was too stale. The Hwe Muchim was refreshing and complex, definitely many people's favorite of the bunch. And the bright, beautiful Mandoo were perfectly crispy and juicy, fancy without losing any of their Korean comfort-ness. For slabs of cow, we got the USDA Prime Rib, which was huge and perfectly seared. The accompanying horseradish sauce, which Gui makes in-house, was one of the best I've had. We also ordered Bearnaise with makgeolli, Chimichurri with wasabi, Bordelaise with black garlic, and Choron sauce with gochujang sauces. When they arrived in their cute little white gravy dishes, I led our group of friends in creating a tasting palette on our plates--which our server said no one else had ever done. While all the sauces were exceptional (and uniquely Korean) in their own way, the chimichurri with wasabi was easily my favorite. I now require all chimichurris to be made with mustard. I want my sauce to burrrrrn! We also added other mains: The Thick Cut Galbi was flavorful and moist, and the Olive Jeju Flounder was tender and moist. The Kimchi Wagyu Fried Rice was solid though unremarkable. And the Sunchoke side was perfectly cooked (and also unique), while the Roasted Brussel Sprouts should satisfy steak traditionalists. For sweet munchies, we got the perfectly flaky and creamy Paris-Jeju, a traditional brest made with jejsu sejak, kumquat and white chocolate. But my favorite was definitely the Baked Alaska, a perfect structure of egg white filled with tangy yuzu mousse, almond, citrus, and pink peppercorn. Gui's second floor, Times Sq-adjacent location might turn off some people, but I encourage you to brave the aggro Elmos and Ernies to give this place a try. If you love steak and you love Korean food, you'll wonder how you lived this long without combining them Luckily, Gui now exists.

We came here for our anniversary dinner and had a generally good time. One of the highlights of the restaurant is how spacious and comfortable the space is — it felt relaxing and not overly crowded, which we appreciated. Food-wise, it was just above average. I really enjoyed the seafood sauce — it was flavorful — but I wasn’t a fan of the steak sauce. It felt a bit too simple and underwhelming, especially considering the price point. We also ended up waiting quite a while for our food, which was a bit disappointing. One major downside was the restroom situation. The one I first went into had used toilet paper scattered on the floor and was very wet, which is not what you’d expect from a higher-end restaurant. I tried switching to another restroom, but unfortunately, it wasn’t any better. Despite a few hiccups, we still had a lovely time celebrating together. The ambiance definitely helped make the night feel special, even if the experience wasn’t perfect.

Chef Shim delivers again! My new favorite restaurant whenever I’m in the theatre district. The food is amazing and the ambience has so much detail I could stare at the walls all day. As soon as I walked in, I was invited into the bar because it’s unbelievably mesmerizing that I just had to get a drink. The cocktails are all tasteful and well balanced. Then the hostess takes you upstairs into the main dining hall through the elevator. We started off with oysters as always and the shrimp cocktail was my favorite. We tried a bunch of different appetizers and all of them were a hit. Then came the meats! We got the tomahawk, porter house and the PRIME RIB just melts in your mouth! I only had Korean inspired dishes with steaks at my home but now I get to enjoy it right in the heart of the city.

I took my fiancé to Gui Steakhouse for his birthday on Saturday. We had an early dinner around 6:00 PM after seeing a Broadway matinee. In my reservation notes, I noted that we'd love a nicer table for the celebration and the restaurant not only delivered, but made it special from the time we walked in until we left. They also emailed me beforehand to confirm they saw my note. When we arrived, the hostess greeted him with a Happy Birthday and our waiter gave him a special Birthday menu. For drinks, we started with the Gui Tai and the Guava cocktails. The Gui Tai was on the sweeter side (a perfect take on the Mai Tai for my fiancé who loves tiki-style drinks) and my Guava drink was sweet enough with a slight tartness (which is perfect for me!). The food was outstanding. We ordered quite a few things to share, including the Mandoo to start with the Gui Brioche sent by the chef. For our mains we split the Thick Cut Galbi with the added on the lobster tail and king crab leg, Kimchi Wagyu Fried Rice, Dan Dan Noodle and Potato Rosti. For dessert, we went with the Baked Alaska, and they added a little birthday candle on the side of the plate. Each dish was cooked to perfection and full of flavor. Whether you're a tourist or a city local (like us), Gui Steakhouse is the perfect restaurant for a night out or special occasion. We're already talking about when we want to go back!

New experience from Kochi. The restaurant used to be an old staples so they did an excellent job renovating. For the food: - bread with brioche was excellent and was one of my favorite 5/5 - Caesar’s salad was not as Caesar as I thought so it had its own twist. I prefer Caesar’s being strong Caesar tasting so 3/5 - the toast with caviar had decent dipping sauce; the buffalo orange one is better 4/5 - prime rib was extremely tender and delicious 5/5 favorite dish for meat - wagyu was very buttery and maybe too rich in flavor 4/5 - Kim chi fried rice was small for $32 but surprisingly decently filling 4/5 - Brussels sprouts were good and not too oily 5/5 Overall, it was a treat here. Excellent meats and good vibes. A bit dark inside, but comfortable