Hwaro

An intimate 22-seat counter serving a refined Korean tasting menu of fire-cooked seafood and abalone sandwiches.

  • Thu – Sat, 19:00 – 23:00
  • $$$$
  • 776 8th Ave 2F, New York, NY 10036
  • 4.8 (23 reviews)

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Sungchul ShimChef
Chef Jiho KimChef

Description

In Times Square, Chefs Sungchul Shim and Jiho Kim bring experience from their stints at Per Se, Le Bernardin, and Joomak. The tasting menu unfolds along an oval-shaped counter, highlighting fresh ingredients seasoned with Korean spices and served on vibrant plateware. The meal features highly structured, artistic courses, including a standout white asparagus sabayon. With built-in furnishings designed to foster a spirit of gathering, the intimate room frequently fills with diners celebrating milestones.

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