ONGI (41st/3ave)

Great first experience at Ongi. Very tasty bowl at a reasonable price with two different proteins. Basically Korean Chipotle. Nice dining area with great 80s soundtrack playing. Two different flavored waters also on tap. This was definitely a cut above similar alternatives in the area. I will be back.

This is probably the tastiest and best lunch value in midtown. Their medium 2 protein, 2 carb bowl comes outs around 14 dollars for a generous amount of favorable and filling food. It’s definitely enough for a small dinner if you eat small portion sizes

Very cute place and great fresh food. I love their Bulgogi bowl and they have gluten free for my partner. Came here for the perfect valentine day date. Staff very friendly!! 10/10 looking forward to coming back here again.For their apple smoke wood galbi.( it's so good.I walked forty blocks just to make sure that I could get it again after an entire year of not having it since it's seasonal)

Really cool concept with super yummy food, fast service & big portions. Spent about $50 on 2 meals and 3 sides, no drink. I liked that the to-go bags and lids were readily available.

This is my new favorite lunch spot in the city. Awesome addition to my weekly rotation. Great flavors and wide range of options all customizable to your preference. I really enjoy the beef, shrimp and chicken. Portion size and price are very reasonable. Highly recommend you wont be disappointed.

The food was really good and flavorful. The line got long but they were really fast. Everyone from work went there even though I was hesitant. It was affordable. There’s not enough seating area. There should be more seating area. I spent $15 for a bowl.

Ongi absolutely nailed it. The food is incredible—fresh, flavorful, and beautifully put together. Every bite of my bowl had that perfect mix of savory, spicy, and crunchy. But what really stood out was the ordering system with markers—such a fun and revolutionary concept! It made the whole experience feel unique and personal. Easily one of my new favorite spots.

Food is lined up like Panda Express and chipotle, except you choose your choices on paper before paying. Quick service and yummy food.

Food and service was great. Everything I added on the bowl was fresh and delicious. Glad I found this gem and will be coming often

I will start off by saying that I am not a fan of Korean food... primarily, I absolutely despise kimchi. This was another office sponsored lunch and this place was recommended by one of my work pals who had gotten food from them. I went with a large custom bowl. I chose white rice, 2X spicy pork (on 2 of my work buds recommendation.... "It's GOOD" they said) and bulgogi + fixings which I can't remember. My main dislike was the kimchi flavor in the spicy pork followed by bits of rice that seemed undercooked (hard). My bowl's ingredients did not jive well together. I was not aware that the "spicy" on the pork would come from kimchi and my work friends said I just chose the wrong ingredients. Be that as it may, I still hated my bowl. Now, why am I giving them a 3 star rating...? 4 out of the 8 or 9 of us who ordered (and I spoke to; I don't know what the other 4-5 guys thought of their meal) said that their bowl/food was between good and great. I am not gonna write this place off our lunch rotation yet. One of the guys ordered japchae + shrimp and that looked and smelled pretty good. Would give it another shot.

I stopped here for lunch and it was pretty good. I got the soy sauce fried chicken and some steamed pork dumplings. The chicken was tasty in the sauce it came with. It was a descent amount too. The dumplings were also very good. Soft flavorful and fresh. They have bowls aswell that I would like to try next. The service was fast and friendly and my food came quickly. Definitely coming back for more.

I can't speak to the customer service or ambiance because I've never actually stepped in to the actual store. However, my wife has brought home ONGI for dinner many times so I'm well positioned to state unequivocally that the bowls are delicious AF. I love the variety of options you have and no matter your selections, you'll get a dish packed with deep, satisfying Asian-fusion flavors. The sauces really bring everything together. We usually get the sweet and spicy sauce and mhmmmm ... chef kiss. Given the area and quality, I think ONGI is a solid dining choice for the value and quality and deliciousness.

Food was fresh and good portion. Overall the sauces are salty and probably not the healthiest. I liked the tofu. Pick up was super easy.

Wow, this was so good!!!! I was pleasantly surprised by how much I liked this and will definitely be back. I made my own bowl and I am normally quite indecisive but the staff was very patient with me. They let me try multiple sauces and ask many questions before I ordered. I created my own bowl with a mix of greens and rice. For my protein, I had both pork and scallops which were both delicious and complimented each other very well. There was a very good serving of protein in the bowl. The scallops were tiny in size but there were so many that I had one in almost every bite! For toppings, you can pick as many as you want which I basically did. I had the cucumbers, spicy peppers, cabbage slaw, kimchi cabbage, scallions, shallots, and seaweed. For my dressing, I got the kimchi aioli which the guy said was very popular and it reminded me of a spicy mayo. I paired it with the soy garlic and got them both on the side so I could play around with the flavors since it was my first time I also tried the sweet and spicy which was also tasty and reminded me of a sweet bbq type sauce. My bowl was exploding with flavor and I enjoyed every bite. I am so pleased with my experience and can't wait to come back!

I visited this location and I must say I was pleasantly surprised with how good the food was. The location is clean, and decor is simple. The staff were super friendly and helpful in selection process. Back to the food, it was really good for a lunch spot. I had the crispy soy garlic chicken and this thing was packed with flavor. The chicken was the right texture. The rice and corn mixed with pickled onions and cabbage packed so much punch. I will be back

Honestly this is my favorite Korean brunch spot in midtown. Don't let the lines scare you during lunch time.m, they go by really fast. Service is always great and friendly. Ambiance, they have a few tables to sit in and they offer outlets too. They offer lemon & lime water and their condiments are always full. I would always get their custom bowls because of the different variety. My favorite one has to be their garlic shrimp and avocado. Everything is super fresh and they even have white kimchi which I was surprised about. Definitely a great addition to the neighborhood!

For a $20 bowl, there was a tiny protein portion (maybe 1-2 bites worth). Flavor was decent but everything was drowned in spicy mayo. Pretty disappointing meal

If you are looking for a Korean version of Chipotle (with more options and even better quality), look no further than ONGI. This is one of my favorite quick service chains in the US; not only do they have great tasting food and TONS of customization options but they take allergies/intolerances seriously too. I always get my bowls to go, but you can eat them here too; they have a small eating area. Service is always super quick, and if you do have any ingredients you are concerned about, the staff is all knowledgeable. Prices are fairly reasonable for NYC. All in all, one of my favorite quick service spots in NYC!

I had the pleasure of trying ONGI for the first time and the kimichi aioli chicken is fantastic. I'm definitely looking forward to trying other options on the menu.

Ordered a sesame tofu bowl here with light dressing and half brown rice and half greens and it was so light yet very satisfying and delicious. They do not skimp on the protein my bowl was loaded with tofu and lots of veggies. Love ONGI I will be ordering from here again!

Great fast casual spot! Basically a Korean chipotle. All the proteins were great and all the sauces and flavors go well together. Staff were super friendly and helped me choose which ingredients would be best.

Perfect place for a well priced and quick lunch in the city Reasonably priced for New York City - A 24 oz bowl is about $14 with tax You can customize a bowl or select a pre made bowl You get unlimited toppings on your bowl Recommend

Had for dinner - wasn't impressed. Service is good & an innovative menu system where you mark your choices with dry erase & hand it over! But the meal itself - didn't feel very tasty, like it was good enough but didn't leave me happy when done. Could have had more beef/veggies and less rice.

one of my favorite spots in the city to grab a healthy, quick lunch or dinner with pescatarian options that aren't bland or overpriced! my favorite base is japchae topped with salmon & shrimp, let me just say it hits EVERYTIME. the sweet & spicy chicken bites are also delish, as well as the bao buns! you really can't miss with their custom korean lunch bowls of fabulous food! around lunch time it's packed, so order ahead if you're in a rush.

If you're craving Korean food , fast casual style, Ongi is the place to visit! The food is fresh, filling, and feels healthy as it its a good mix of protein and veggies without a ton of oil or fried options. This time, I tried a combo of the bulgogi and the spicy pork. Both meats were tender, well cooked, and flavorful! I enjoyed the assortment of toppings as well, and discovered that I prefer regular kimchi to the white kimchi. Service was quick and efficient thanks to the white board cards used to order, and the seating area was clean and cutely decorated for the holiday season! Overall, a good spot! It is a bit more expensive than its similar large chain counterparts like chipotle or cava.

Grabbed lunch from here for the first time and what a pleasant surprise! This place has such an upscale vibe at casual prices. The service was efficient and friendly. The food was healthy and delicious as expected for good Korean food. Ordering was such a pleasure - using their dry erase markers on their picture card menus. It was so easy and even fun! I will come again!

The food is very good, the service is quick, and the location is close to prime. It's off a side street of third so it can be missed but clearly many people have found this gem. Having banter with the workers the first time you go is a sign of a great work environment. Everything I ordered was delicious. If it want Manhattan prices and Manhattan location aka no parking and limited seating, it would be 5 stars. They even have a niesche seltzer water which I love! Shoutout 'something and nothing' brand.

4 stars. Korean cava is how I would describe this place. You build your own bowl and you can get a healthy balance of items that all work well together. The portion size is decent and is just enough for a lunch without feeling too heavy. I would not recommend ordering their baos though. It is a bit on the pricey side and the size of it is pretty small. The flavor of the meat here is well seasoned and all of the veggies compliment the meat well. The service is generally pretty quick and there is ample seating inside.

Korean style bowls which are satisfying for a quick lunch ! Easy to assemble and has good choice of proteins in the pre assembled bowls ! The spicy chicken and shrimp is my go to order here , if you are going for the custom bowls and have a big appetite go for the large bowls as the portions for the medium ones are a little less compared to similar joints !! My fav sauces are the spicy gochujang and kimchi aioli!

We got bowls to go online and it was great that they were there when we arrived after our pick up time. The store is cute and organized. There is seating if you do want to stay and eat your food there. It is easy to order and the food is delicious. I definitely like this fast casual to go option.

Some of my coworkers ordered for pickup, and it was ready really quickly. But I wanted to order the food there to see the entire process from start to finish and to see how fast they are and their customer service. In order to order the food, one must order on this menu board with a marker, or you can order at the front by the register. But I did it on the order board so it can all be chosen and there won't be any mistakes. They have cutlery, paper bags, and flavored water at the front for free. The water was refreshing as one was minty and the other more tropical. If you would like to dine in, there's seating. Otherwise, there is take out. For food wise, I got the pork charred bun, medium bowl that comes with two proteins. For the base, I asked for the sushi rice and got everything in the bowl except the onions and nothing extra. Wish there was a bit more sauce they can add in the bowl. The spicy sauce wasn't spicy at all. I think it's catered to those who can't handle spice, but think they can. The bun was flavorful and delicious. Overall, I was satisfied with my meal, and I'll be back to try other proteins.

Such an innovative ordering system! I love that you just mark down on laminated paper what you want, and it's literally such an easy process. Pricing is extremely affordable and fair--for a bowl this large at a competing fast casual chain, it would probably cost you $20+. Not to mention, there are SO many ingredients that you can choose from and it seems like they're constantly adding new toppings/ingredients/sides. My co-workers and I stopped by to order bowls for lunch, and wow! I thought everything was really delicious. Lots of vegetables, protein, pickled vegetables, sauce, etc. I would come here all the time if I lived in the city. I would definitely come back again, and I highly recommend getting japchae AND rice. Such a delicious bowl!

ONGI Is so soo delicious!!!!!!! I often order both take out and delivery and their food is always made with such love and fresh ingredients!! My personal favorite is the sesame tofu avo bowl (I add extra cabbage and they accomodate me) The soy garlic chicken bowl is also delicious as are the generous soy garlic chicken nugget chunks! Reasonably priced, fast, flavorful

Tried this place for the first time. It is Chipotle for Korean food. What's unique is they have laminated menus with dry erase markers for you to make your order. There are several menu bowls and then a wide a la carte selection. I chose to make my bowl and was impressed by the variety of choices. The place is attractive and the service is fast. I think I will need to try it again to make a better conclusion as it might have been my combination of choices.

Loved how you order with a menu and marker. It's so easy to just hand it to the cashier and pay. They made the food pretty quickly. I got the korean BBQ salmon bowl, and it was soo delicious! I also came early lunchtime on a Tuesday, and it seemed like the popular corporate lunch spot. But makes sense if you want a quick and fulfilling bite. Staff was also super nice!

Great concept and execution. Korean fast casual. Chipotle style assembly line. Other great additions to the menu. Definitely a place to put into regular rotation.

Stop by for a late lunch after all my doctor's appointments. It was new (new to me) and looked cool. Went in to try. It is a fast causal dining spot, seems like a cross between poke bowl style/or burrito salad style or restaurant but in Korean cuisine. Grab a menu and marker (erasable) and check off what you want and wait for it to be ready. The place was packed and I was able to snag the last available table space. The stool was too high for the table, so you have to hunch over (and I'm a short gal at 5'1" which made me question how other average size or taller folks can sit). But, moving to the bench side of the table was good height and I was able to eat my meal more comfortable. I didn't get a receipt (printed or email-- odd). I selected their signature bulgogi bowl for the favor and it comes with a poach egg. I selected noodles instead of rice. The red onion was very over-powering in flavor. I wish there was more vegetable in the dish. Lots of garnishes tho. Free water at the center island (paper bag, utensils, napkins, and the water station). It was decent and quick meal but nothing to rave about. Tried it and was good enough for a one time experience. Did enjoyed the poached egg as I do love yolky egg.

What a great find in Midtown. Actually we were told about it, so thanks Mike. When I got here only a handful of ppl were here. By the time I got my to go order it was packed. A nice woman at the counter helped me order. They have menus with erasable markers to place your order. You can choose 2 proteins (I chose chicken and shrimp) All the toppings you want. You can choose 2 base items (I chose noodles and rice) They also have a lot of dressings. I also got a side of garlic chicken. The food here is delicious. The freshest ingredients are used The flavors are better than anywhere else I've tried. My bill was around $25 but the portions are very large ( I got a medium bowl) and I had leftovers. The restaurant is clean. The woman at the register and the woman who calls your name when the food is ready were very friendly. Will definitely go back.

Honestly one of the best quick eats I've been to. Food was good as well as the price. Family recommended I try this place out. Customizable korean food bowls Ill have any day. Definitely try this spot out

ONGI is like a cross between a Chipotle and a Pokeworks. It's quick, yummy, and a convenient grab and go lunch place in midtown east. Their menu offers a selection of signature bowls, or you can also custom build your own. Their signature bowls are around $15 a pop, which isn't bad for Manhattan prices. Ordering online is simple and they have a pickup area near the entrance. So you can literally just walk in, grab your order, and walk out all within 15 seconds. My favorites are the savory bulgogi bowl or the BBQ pork kimchi bowl.

Quick casual spot for a well balanced meal. I got the soy garlic chicken and the chicken itself was juicy and well portioned. They're a bit heavy on the sauce but overall thought this was a good meal to grab on the go.

More of a 4.5 rating! As far as quick grabs and go lunch places go, ONGI is a great option. I've been here twice now in one week, and I'll definitely keep coming back. They have signature bowls and build your own. I built my own bowl with the grilled shrimp and the kimchi aioli and kimchi add on. The quality of the ingredients is really good and all the flavors are delicious. If I'm being nit picky, the ambiance isn't anything to write home about and it's a bit crowded/awkward waiting for a bowl since it feels like your in everyone's way. It is a bit on the pricier side as well as far as bowls go, but neither of these factors will prevent me from coming back. Overall this is a great lunch addition to the neighborhood!

great place after I was ditched from dig in, right next door. This is much easier for visitors and novice to the city,much better.

Simply put it's a chipotle style fast casual with Korean flavors. I got the bbq pork with kimchi bowl and it was pretty tasty. Only comment is the pork was a little overly sweet and put more kimchi in it if it's in the name of the dish. I ordered online and when I went to pick it up, it wasn't there. They remade my dish in a couple of minutes which was good.

i've said this before and i'll say it again, i'm a KOREAN korean. meaning, i can only eat so many salads, bowls, or sandwiches before i start going crazy. if it were up to me i'd be ordering stew after stew for lunch everyday but unfortunately i have coworkers to consider. i've had all the usuals, sweetgreen, chopt, cava, naya, springbone, etc. so when looking at my lunch options for the day, i want find something that is easy to grab-and-go and satisfys my korean tastebuds, while also still being healthy and economical. enter ONGI. i was pleasantly surprised at how good the bowl is. now, is it super authentic? no BUT it scratches my asian tastebuds' itch. i'd say this ONGI is a cross between korean and japanese, leaning a little bit more korean. the bowls are big and decently priced - you have a choice between a medium or large and i find that the medium is the perfect size - and they have some good apps/sides as an option. of the apps/sides, the dumplings are pretty good. they have a thin skin (like me lol) and the flavors are good. i've also gotten the sweet and spicy chicken wings and found them to be a bit too sweet for me. i usually opt for a custom medium bowl with white rice, half pork and half beef, and the korean bbq sauce. def recommend the additional poached egg and kimchi topping. ordering online and picking up is a breeze and the location is close to both bryant park and herald square. the spot itself is big and bright with some seating in the front but def more of a grab and go lunch spot. the limited interactions i've had w staff have also been pleasant. definitely a great lunch option!

Yummy bowls. Well priced. Fresh. Large portions. I had the salmon. Highly recommend. Try it. Several locations.

Korean chiptole! Actually really customizable, healthy and great taste! Overall great lunch/dinner food if you need something quick. The menu is very customizable and there's alot of ingredients to offer! Go to is bulgogi, salmon and chicken. Better than chiptole in my opinion hands down!

Great quantity and quality for the price - As someone who eats here frequently, definitely recommend because of the good eats, excellent service, and good ambiance

Process to order was fast and efficient with the menu. Got there at 5 PM, no other customers. Came on rec of my brother, who touted big protein portions and lots of flavor. I was massively disappointed with my bowl after taking it home. Rice was hard (hard rice, really???), bland, underseasoned for "seasoned white sushi rice". Got a kimchi aioli sauce, most of the fixings. Portions of addons and protein were negligible. Don't know if the person on duty felt like being cheap for some reason... 4 pieces of overcooked shrimp, 4 chunks of dry salmon... I dug into my bowl expecting at least flavor that beats Chipotle, this was not it. If anyone remembers Korilla, this is what I was hoping it could match. Cashier overcharged me for a double protein portion with my large bowl, though I hadn't realized it (definitely didn't get double of anything...).. I wanted to make this my go-to lunch spot if it was as good as everyone is reviewing, but BRO, I'm so sad. See pic. I acknowledge that I also got a pork Bao that was good, tasty, not dry, flavorful. Only reason it gets 2 stars. Overshadowed by the bowl being so sad.

The food was delicious! I got the medium custom bowl with beef bulgogi, japchae, kimchi aioli, poached egg, all kinds of veggie toppings, and kimchi with a hibiscus soda (super refreshing). My overall experience was positive because they played great music and it was a nice place to go for lunch. Essentially it's a Chipotle-esque Korean Restaurant with great choices! Service was quick too.

Excellent fresh ingredients. Large portions. Lots of seating. Very clean venue. Food was good and light - not too oily. Would come back. Tried the bulgogi special and it was excellent even with onion.

Very good will come back . Healthy . A lot of options also got nuggets on the side sweet n sour

Absolutely loved the bowl here! I got the bulgogi beef custom bowl with brown rice and several veggies. The toppings are extremely delicious and were generous in the amount. I chose the spicy gochujang sauce, and that blended in perfectly. The interior is super clean and has lots of tables. Each table had a small notebook to scribble random things, which I thought was super cute. The ordering is also convenient bc when you walk in, you can just fill out a piece of paper and give it to the staff. There were also water fountains with cucumber water. I would wholeheartedly come back here.

Super disappointing. $18 for medium bowl with avocado. Bulgogi beef was a solid portion but not super high quality. The $2 charge for avocado was frustrating because the size of the avocado scoop was tiny. Pass.

Great addition to the neighborhood! Loved the build your own bowl option. Flavors marry well - enjoyed the authentic Korean flavors -- nothing tasted artificial and ingredients were fresh and plentiful. Pick your protein, base (purple rice for the win!) and toppings. I enjoyed my soy garlic chicken and salmon and the combination of toppings. Happy they have toasted seaweed as an option! I ordered online and had it delivered from click to doorstep in under 30 minutes -- yay for efficiency and deliciousness! Or pop in in-person -- service is always quick and friendly.

Just noticed this new addition to the neighborhood and was extremely glad to find it! They have a reusable menu where you mark your choices off with an erasable marker... this is the only thing I HATED. You get to choose the base and the sweet potato noodles were sooooo good. Beef was tasty and marinated well - could be slightly softer, but overall great. Would definitely come here for lunch again. Recommend for lunch

It was so yummy - I never wound up using the sauce I ordered on the side! Was easy to order and was ready when I arrived. Perfect lunch!