New Wonjo

"Opened in 1993, New Wonjo is the classic, reliable go-to spot that’s beat the odds for most small businesses in New York City and still stands with great food. It’s crowded and loud and accessible to almost everyone with two floors, affordable prices, complimentary banchan, and a huge menu for both lunch and dinner. That menu is a testament to how Wonjo once had to cater to any and all Korean cravings back when there weren’t as many other options in the neighborhood." - Caroline Shin

"An all-you-can-eat rice cake chain from Korea, opening this summer." - Luke Fortney

"What used to be Wonjo changed ownership in 2010, thus the name change. This two-story place is one of the few KBBQ spots that uses charcoal instead of gas, which gives the meat a distinct flavor. The huge menu has meat combos portioned for two or four people, and you can get a wide range of other dishes from bo ssam and mandoo to bibimbap and noodle soups. New Wonjo used to be open 24 hours, but now you have to put in your last order before 4am. If this upsets you because you can’t get grilled galbi here at 5am anymore, we totally understand." - hannah albertine, neha talreja, bryan kim, kenny yang

"This restaurant doesn’t barbecue over charcoal any more — it was the last place in Koreatown to do so — but the menu remains much the same at the New Wonjo, where a 2010 renovation and ownership changed the longstanding Wonjo. There are a la carte options, but the four combo platters include a good mix of meats like marinated galbi, sliced brisket, and spicy sliced pork. As an added bonus, the place offers a dry-aged ribeye as one of the meat options." - Caroline Shin, Robert Sietsema

"What used to be Wonjo changed ownership in 2010, thus the name change. This two-story place is one of the few KBBQ spots that uses charcoal instead of gas, which gives the meat a distinct flavor. The huge menu has meat combos portioned for two or four people, and you can get a wide range of other dishes from bo ssam and mandoo to bibimbap and noodle soups. New Wonjo used to be open 24 hours, but now you have to put in your last order before 4am. If this upsets you because you can’t get grilled galbi here at 5am anymore, we totally understand." - Kenny Yang