Hangawi

We tried the summer menu (courses), and overall they’re pretty good. Not a fan of the pumpkin cold soup so get that only if you do like pumpkin imo. I love mushrooms so the mushroom dishes were great! Chocolate ice cream also tasted great and smooth.<br><br>The restaurant vibe is quiet and relaxing. Love the traditional seating area.<br><br>I’d recommend for first timer and if you’re curious about vegan Korean food. Would I come back? Yes but I would probably just order from their regular menu and try their hot soup dishes.

Great food experience, really enjoyed the tasting menu, especially the fact that it was actually a very filling meal too!

We had their $42/person pre-fixed menu items. The portion was generous and the taste was great. The dishes being vegetarian didn’t compromise their tastes. Highly recommend, especially for those who are vegetarian.<br><br>The decor was very interesting too, you need to take off your shoes to eat at those tables, I guess that’s a Korean tradition. You might need to share a table with others, but there is a curtain separating the two groups sharing a table, which offers good privacy. Worth experiencing!

Great food! Had the tofu in ginger stew, kimchi bimbimbap, spicy baby dumpling and stuffed eggplant. Everything was flavorful and not oily or too spicy<br>Good portion sizes, the 4 dishes were more than enough for 2 people

Finding a plant-based Korean restaurant is unique enough, but Hangawi really takes it to the next level.<br><br>The food was delicious, and the Soju cocktails were unusual and tasty! For a party of 3, we ordered dumplings, 2 appetizers, and two entrees. We particularly enjoyed the spicy tofu and the dumplings. We tried the blueberry cheesecake, and the level of sweetness was just right.<br><br>The service was great, and the staff was very understanding of our time constraint due to a show we were going to post dinner. They made sure to tell us which dishes would take longer to prepare, so we could make educated choices.

The food here was great! We ordered the spicy cauliflower bites, mushroom stone bowl rice with black truffle paste, and rice cakes, and we really liked everything we tried. Each dish was flavorful and well prepared. The restaurant also has a cool vibe, and the concept of sitting on the ground to eat adds a unique and fun touch to the dining experience. Overall, a great spot for both the food and the atmosphere.

I recently visited Hangawi and had such a unique and memorable experience. We chose the traditional floor seating option, which instantly made the evening feel special and immersive. It was a fun way to enjoy the meal and really added to the authenticity of the experience.<br><br>From the moment we walked in, the service stood out. The attendants kindly took our shoes and jackets, which felt incredibly thoughtful and welcoming. The servers were attentive and patient, taking the time to explain the menu in detail and answering all of our questions with care.<br><br>The cauliflower bites were absolutely amazing and easily my favorite dish of the night. They were packed with flavor and had the perfect texture. The dumpling soup was also comforting and delicious, making it another highlight of the meal.<br><br>The pancakes, however, were not as appealing to me. I usually enjoy seafood pancakes, and since this is a fully vegan restaurant, I understand the limitation. That said, I felt the flavors could have been a bit more innovative or bold, as they came across slightly bland compared to the other dishes.<br><br>The plant based Korean bulgogi stone bowl rice was excellent. It came with kimchi, spicy sauce, and a milder sauce, and everything together was flavorful and satisfying. Each bite felt well balanced and thoughtfully prepared.<br><br>Overall, Hangawi is a lovely place to visit at least once or twice, especially if you want to experience traditional Korean floor seating in a calm and beautifully maintained setting. It is more than just a meal, it is an experience.

Warm service with good recommendations, charming atmosphere and delicious vegan food. We really loved the tofu patties, zen bibimbap and tofu in creamy sauce - those are all delightful options I would completely recommend. The spicy baby dumplings were not too exciting. Overall, definitely with a visit!

The food was absolutely excellent — I honestly wish I could give it more than 5 stars! I loved the taste; every bite was amazing. The atmosphere was really good and made the experience even better. The service was fast for the appetizers, though the main course did take a little time, but it was worth the wait. I would highly recommend trying the Combination Roll and the Kimchi Clay Bowl — both were outstanding. Definitely a place I’d recommend! It is an amazing vegan place

This restaurant is an absolute gem and one of its kind. Having a vegan Korean restaurant in the city is truly a blessing and the food, experience, and staff here are all truly exceptional. We tried the emperors mini lunch menu that includes a soup, appetizer, entree, and dessert and it was so worth it! It was a great way to try a little bit of everything and the portions were very substantial. All of the food tasted so fresh, flavorful, and packed with vegetables. I loved the pumpkin porridge, sweet corn soup, and rice cakes. Both the stuffed mushrooms and combination rolls were delicious and so unique. Soy chocolate ice cream for dessert was light and tasty. Lastly, it’s so wonderful sitting without shoes in the cozy environment and heated floors. Would absolutely come here and again and it’s now one of my favorite spots!

One of my favorite restaurants in all of New York — the tranquil environment and tastiest vegan, Korean food. Such a relaxing dining experience on the tatami mats, an oasis from the hustle outside! I honestly love any of their stone bowl rice options but the korean pancake platter and kale dumplings in tofu skin wrap steal the show! Every ingredient feels so mindful in creating the most comforting flavors. Our host even brought over a complimentary vegan tiramisu, which was the perfect end to the night. Highly, highly recommend booking a reservation here!

Hangwai is an absolute standout—one of those restaurants where every detail feels intentional, from the warm atmosphere to the beautifully plated dishes. The menu is creative without being pretentious, and the flavors are exceptionally well balanced.<br>We especially recommend the mushroom truffle dish, which was the star of the night. The truffle aroma hits you before the first bite, and the combination of earthy mushrooms and rich, silky truffle is unbelievably good. It’s the kind of dish you instantly want to order again, even before you’re finished with it. Service was friendly and attentive, and the pacing of the meal was perfect. Hangwai strikes that rare balance of being refined yet comfortable—an excellent choice for a special night out or a memorable meal with friends.

Ambiance (5/5): This was such an immersive dining experience! As soon as you walk in, you are asked to take off your shoes, where you walk up an elevated level to then descend into the floor where the tables are. There are some tables that are normal as well but I think has to be selected when you make your reservation and/or request them. The staff are in traditional outfits, the dividers between the tables are decorated, the furniture/walls/pictures are ornate. The restaurant is fairly dark and noise level was okay to louder since we’re nested so close.<br>Service (5/5): Our server gave us good recommendations and was very attentive to our needs. It may be harder to flag someone down but there are plenty of servers/busboys helping throughout that we did not have any issues.<br>Cauliflower bites (5/5): There is a nice breading that soaks up the spicy sauce. It was my favorite of the 3 apps that we ordered.<br>Baby dumpling (5/5): These cannot be fried. I still enjoyed them!<br>Bossam bites (3/5): The skin of the bites were not to my liking. The whole dish is something I would have skipped.<br>Before the entrees, they provided some free kimchi dishes (spicy and non-spicy)!<br>Mongolian Hot Pot (5/5): I felt like there was so much flavor and tons of ingredients that were in the dish. I had enough to take home to-go.<br>My friend’s tofu dish was also very flavorful (and I slightly preferred hers over mine!) I can concur that this place is worthy of a Michelin Bib Gourmand. Amazing that the whole menu is vegan-friendly!

Amazing food, great service and ambience! Don't usually find good korean food options for vegetarians in US, but every dish we ordered here was so tasty with perfect balance of flavors! They also have pics for every item in the online menu, making it easier to select. Service was quick, staff was friendly and helpful, clarifying doubts in the dishes, continuously refilling water, clearing empty dishes without even being asked. Would love to visit again in my next trip to NYC!

I love that you take your shoes off and you have a very authentic experience. I liked the food a lot but nothing really wowed me. I loved the dumplings the most. I had the tofu bibbimbap which was great I got a mango drink called the meditation- I would definitely skip this one. The other drinks my friends ordered were way better. The cucumber one was solid