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HanGawi's all-vegan menu is based on mountain roots, greens, and grains that have comprised the staple diet of ancient Koreans. Enjoy vegetarian dumplings, tofu clay pot in ginger sauce, vermicelli delight, multi-grain rice, bean curd with kimchi and vegetables. Traditional teas, folk and zen music, decor filled with antiques and artifacts, a relaxed atmosphere of peace and refuge. Open Mon-Thu 5:00pm-9:30pm, Fri 5:00pm-10:00pm, Sat 1:00pm-10:00pm, Sun 1:00pm-9:30pm.
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12 E 32nd St (at Midtown East), New York City, New York, USA, 10016
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Last update on 29 Aug 2023 by geometric-noise
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214 Reviews
First Review by Stevie
rachelle24
Points +120
Hidden gem - best cheesecake of my life - Edit
Cozy environment with floor seating. Great customer service - servers are knowledgeable about authentic Korean cuisine and vegan diets and can fluently explain the menu and answer questions. The soy cheesecake was DELICIOUS! Who would have thought, right? Same texture, same appearance and almost identical taste!! So glad we ordered desert!
Read morePros: Great environment, Delicious food, Best cheesecake ever!
Cons: $20-$25 minimum per person for dinner
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oliviatucek
Points +54
Average food for high prices - Edit
Food was ok. Not worth the price. Vegetarian dumplings were bland I’d say skip. Broccoli kale salad was good.
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frads
Points +262
Disappointing Overall - Edit
After making a reservation a few weeks in advance, on the day of our reservation we all arrived on time and were seated in a new area at the front of the restaurant that was carved out from the previous entrance that they relocated. There was simultaneously a draft and a heater that blew hot air at our faces every few seconds, making for a very uncomfortable experience. We asked to be relocated and were told that this would not be possible and that this section of the restaurant was under construction and would be fixed- I'm not sure why they would seat people there until they fix what's wrong with it!
Read moreThe food was incredibly average. In previous visits we had been extremely happy with food but this time our appetizers, which were decent, were ice cold after two minutes because of the draft that came through every time the front door was opened. The entrees were at the quality level I would expect of a $12 entree and not a $30+ entree. Worst of all, the dessert sampler featured a dry flavorless chocolate cake and a chocolate mousse that was topped with puffed rice, which ruined the balance of the dessert. The only thing our party was impressed with was the wine. Hangawi, I hope you get it together again!
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KendalOLeary
Points +34
Lovely place and experience - Edit
If you’re craving Korean
Read morePros: Many options, Something unexpected
Cons: Too many pickled foods for my preference , Not my favorite cuisine
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eatwelldar
Points +55
Delicious! - Edit
Came here for lunch and had a really delicious mushroom stew with extra kimchi on the side. Great place to come with friends and get lots of dishes to share.
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TorsiDawn
Points +1250
awesome! - Edit
I go here all the team. the steamboat soup is a must have! The fried mitake mushrooms are insane. Love the atmosphere, you have to take off your shoes. The pear juice is great. The fried mushrooms are by far my favorite. It’s our 4th time going and we’ll be back again!
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GingerCline
Points +1091
Healthy, good quality vegan Korean food - Edit
I love the atmosphere of this place. It’s very calming. The food is beautiful and very good. A bit expensive but good as a special treat!
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GardenTiger
Points +267
A must when in NYC - Edit
We went there for a New Years Eve dinner. The food was very tasty and spicy, the atmosphere in the restaurant was very nice and calm. The staff is super nice, attentive and friendly. We expected it to be very pricey but actually, it was OK and the food is so great and of high quality, it's justified in my opinion.
Read morePerfect place to visit with omnivores and to have a fancy celebration dinner.
I did not like the fact that we had to take off our shoes though, as I noticed halfway through our meal that there was some rice on the floor by our table sticking to my socks... lol
Pros: Great and tasty food, friendly staff, Nice Atmosphere
Cons: Have to take shoes off
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SouthernmostVegan
Points +2198
Huge menu, great setting, pricey - Edit
The ambiance is excellent. We ordered a wide variety of foods. Although the food was overall good, I was expecting great. It was not great. I am being generous with a 4-star review.
Read moreMy biggest complaint is that the spicy dishes were not spicy (Sesame Leaf Tofu Patties, Kimchi Mushroom Pancakes, Spicy Grilled Todok). The appetizers were pricey and portion size was small. We ordered 4 of them to share, it was not enough for our group of 5. Even if we ordered 5 apps, it still would not have been enough. The Combination Rolls all needed more flavor.
Our main meals were hit-or-miss. The Crispy Mushrooms with Sweet/Sour sauce tasted like ketchup. The Spicy Grilled Todok wasn't spicy. The Mushroom Sizzler and the Hangawi Vegetable wrap were both very tasty.
Dessert came in big portions and were all great.
I *might* consider going back and trying other items because their menu is huge and the ambiance is really great. And I love supporting a vegan restaurant.
Pros: Huge menu, Great Ambiance
Cons: Value, Spicy not spicy
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ChantalPoulin
Points +2898
Excellent but expensive - Edit
Verry good and original all vegan food. The waiter stressed us a bit to choose our order without helping. We didn't look at the prices, so we jumped when the check came. Knowing it, it's still worthing to go.
Read morePros: Beautifull place.
Cons: Expensive
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Poundie
Points +20768
A favorite place in NYC - Edit
This is an elegant Korean restaurant, located in NYC's Koreatown (near Penn Station and Herald Square) The food is tasty, but pricey (except for some lunch specials, which you can get for around $15 if you don't order drinks or desert), and this is not a place for people who are in a rush. Those who want a more relaxed setting might prefer the nearby sister restaurant, Franchia. But for special occasions, this place is among the best.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2018-11-19
Pros: Healthy, good tasting food, Elegant surroundings
Cons: Pricey, Be prepared to take off your shoes :-)
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TinaCheong
Points +485
Delicious vegan Korean food - Edit
Vegan Korean food?! Sign me up! I made a reservation the day before so I was seated right when I arrived. This restaurant requires you to take off your shoes just keep that in mind if you’re not comfortable with exposing your feet.
Read moreI ordered two porridge’s (pumpkin, spinach and corn), tofu kimchi hot pot and noodles with vegetables all off of their lunch menu. I believe that everything is fairly priced because the portions are decent sized. I enjoyed everything that I ordered off the menu, as everything was very flavorful and great.
Service was also quick, and I had no issues getting the servers attention. If I’m ever back in NYC, I would come back and try the other items on their menu.
Pros: Ambiance , Menu , Service
Cons: Taking shoes off (if you don’t have socks on)
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Chella
Points +189
Amazing! - Edit
Food was out of this world! They also have wonderful desserts as well. Service was excellent. Waiters were great about answering any questions and making suggestions.
Read morePros: Excellent staff, Beautiful decor
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jackie_cyn
Points +48
A must if you visit NYC! - Edit
My boyfriend and I were there about a year ago and first fell in love with the decor and ambiance. Beware it's a no shoes policy lol. You immediately feel relaxed going in. We had many dumplings and hearty soup. It was a lovely experience I highly recommend!
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christinaderricck
Points +60
Vegan paradise - Edit
Atmosphere was perfect and many food options, especially love all the vegan deserts.
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glimlight
Points +39
Great Korean experience - Edit
The whole menu is vegan! And most of the dishes are traditional Korean. Very nice dining area and staff. Great food. A must experience. Spent $40 per person with a shared appetiser, 2 entrees, and 2 non alcoholic drinks, worth it.
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SFRobbie
Points +1258
Creative with healthy options - Edit
The menu is a bit overwhelming if you aren't very familiar with Korean food, but our server was very helpful recommending dishes that aren't deep fried or heavy on oil. The results were incredible. We loved the Emperor's Rolls which consists of about eight different shredded vegetables that you hand roll into a fresh little pancake. Super yummy and fun! The Spicy Baby Dumplings were out of this world. Like a symphony of flavor for your taste buds! For our mains, we opted for Tofu with Mixed Vegetables because we wanted some greens, and requested sauteed rather than deep fried tofu. Very flavorful but not as exciting as the other dishes. Finally, the Organic Zen Bibimbap came out sizzling in an iron bowl and was super delicious, especially paired with kimchee. Love this place!
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maltman23
Points +6858
Great vegan Korean food - Edit
This place is amazing. Every time I come here the food is just as good. And the service is very friendly and very good.
Read moreI've usually gone with groups, and shared, and I've not yet experienced a dish that wasn't really good.
I've never made reservations, and I've always managed to get seated, but it would be helpful to make reservations, since it's always crowded.
Pros: really good vegan food, really good service
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RainaldSteiner
Points +39
Loved it! - Edit
I liked everything about the HanGawi, we had several courses, all delicious, and the place and staff were great too.
Read morePros: Korean style furniture, friendly staff, great choice
Cons: can't remember any
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Tazmag
Points +40
Wonderful - Edit
Treat yourself to the tasting menu
Read morePros: Fixed price lunch menu $25!
Cons: None
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Brooksbrother
Points +119
it is wonderful. - Edit
The atmosphere is fantastic. It is a tranquil spot in the middle of a chaotic city. The food is fresh ( the kitchen asked me to switch dishes one day because they thought the dandelion greens they had left were a little beat up), and flavorful. I highly recommend this place. They have a great tea selection but you can also get Soju.
Read moreYou have to take your shoes off in the restaurant so be prepared for that.
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Tamy
Points +3407
Superb! - Edit
I don’t think I can say something that hasn’t already been said about how amazing Hangawi is. This place takes you on a journey, both culinary and physical. As soon as you enter you are transported to another place where all that exists is peace, good food, and the people you’re sharing your meal with.
Read moreThe staff, all thematically outfitted, is friendly and happy to offer recommendations. Some of my favorite dishes include the bamboo rice, the stuffed shiitake mushrooms, the Hangawi vegetable and mushroom wrap, the cheesecake with ice cream, and the blueberry coconut cake.
This place is simply magical. You cannot miss it if you find yourself in NYC.
Pros: Amazing food , Magical ambiance , Friendly Staff
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DarleneLee
Points +67
Delicious but small portions - Edit
Lovely atmosphere, cuisine and service - but portions are small and pricey so not for the budget conscious
Read morePros: Great ambience, Delicious food, Great service
Cons: Small portions, Pricey
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theevetree
Points +158
my new favorite restaurant in all of new york!!!! - Edit
this place blew my mind! i went to school in seoul and this place is the real deal. the atmosphere, the service, the food, the fact that your shoes magically appear when you’re ready to leave...but the food!!! pure heaven! I recommend the mongolian hot pot with multi grain rice (the korean purple rice), and the silk tofu soup appetizer. the dumplings are good but too expensive for just four so don’t bother. but you NEED to order the shissandra chinesis tea. NEED to! it was delicious and apparently it’s amazing for your health. everything is vegan! reservations are a must! please go!!
Read morePros: shissandra chinesis tea!, atmosphere , the food!!!!
Cons: expensive
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PabloofGramercy
Points +269
Excellent Vegan Dates and Celebrations - Edit
This place is In the heart of Koreatown (i.e., catering to a discerning audience of Korean food lovers). The dishes are delicious and based on authentic Korean staple dishes, many of which were traditionally vegan. Great service, zen-fun atmosphere, good selection of beverages, and delicious food.
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BambouKenneth
Points +27
A scam! - Edit
The food is like Panda express, service is gimmicky. Serves fat, oily, fast-food style Asian dishes in the mask of a healthy high end vegan food. It's not even a cultural experience, not worth the price.
Read morePros: at least they're vegan
Cons: oily, fat, fast-food style food, Not tasty. , Gimmicky
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adriannabn
Points +518
Lovely Spot for a fancy dinner - Edit
A lovely place with mood lighting ambience. Shoes off at the door and we are seated on the floor with leg space under croft. We opted for the tasting option which was like a degustation. A great variety of options, some healthy some fried deliciousness, overall balance and very full at the end.
Read morePros: Balanced food options - healthy/fried, Great Atmosphere, Lovely service
Cons: Walk ins could mean a long wait, A bit pricey
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