Barn Joo Union Square
Korean Restaurant$$$$
Union Square, New York
The experts at Eater and The Wall Street Journal recommend this place
"Make sure to spin the wheel might get free yummy white sangria."(16 Tips)
"Great $1 oysters during happy hr, grilled octopus was bomb."(19 Tips)
"Serrano pepper margarita and bulgogi bibimbap were both delicious!"(23 Tips)
"$1 happy hour oysters are a great deal!!"(8 Tips)
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Cindy lauMay 6, 2015Great service, hip/trendy vibe, and delicious authentic, all natural food. HH drinks only available at the bar but HH oysters available for dining room. Their cocktails are also fabulous.
- Simran JaisingDecember 10, 2014Farm to table with Korean inspirations. Loved the Brussels, roast mushrooms are decadently meaty, cocktails are well made. Asparagus tips are Delish. Sweet potato jap chae and bulgogi lackluster
Upvoted Dec 19, 2024 
KarenMarch 10, 2018STELLAR Korean BBQ place that's outside of crowded k-town, without the k-town crowds! The small combo is good for 2-3 people. The cuts of meat are generous. The staff are all super friendly.
Kimmie OhhJuly 8, 2019Come with friends & share any of the KBBQ Combos. Each combo comes with corn cheese, egg soufflé, veggie basket, assortment of banchan (kimchi, scallion salad, pickled radish) & sauces (ssamjang, soy)
The bulgogi tacos are good as a small portioned entree. Also you can win things by spinning the wheel at the front of the restaurant. I won a free jar of kimchi!
Rachel IvyApril 10, 2015Good happy hour deals & yummy dumplings. Got the bulgogi pot& the stone bowl bibimbop as entres. Both bland & small for the price. Nice atmosphere and decor though, check out the moon on the ceiling!
Fee OAugust 21, 2016Oysters are pretty good. You only get one variety for happy hour. Variety of wines. Awesome spy And garlic chicken wings. Kimchi fried rice with cheese was also worth it.
The best fancy happy hour in the neighborhood. Great cocktails, oysters, wings, and calamari at prices that won't break the bank. Bar is on the smaller side so get there early if your group is big.
Oyster HH, short rib, tacos. Everything I've had here is really good. Interesting take on Korean without Americanizing too much. Just a bit more refined take in a very charming and elegant atmosphere.
diogo pauloNovember 9, 2014The most cosy space, it's perfect for having a tasty dinner. The decor is comfortable and the music is not too laud so you can easily have a conversation while you drinks nice korean cocktails
Tom CarterMarch 17, 2015Ask to go downstairs to the Grain, there is a hidden door leading down to a bar/restaurant with live music and a great atmosphere! Food and drinks all very good.
Clare M.October 18, 2021Everything is good here. I can’t wait to come back and try three more menu items!!!
Patrick BaskinOctober 2, 2016Pro tip: ask the hostess to "make a reservation" once you get there during happy hour and they'll let you sit in the bar area (weird reservation policy, but it'll work)
Michelle WendyJanuary 3, 2014Awesome HH- lychee cocktail and truffle roasted shrooms ftw! At lunch the tofu shroom bibimbap is a must try. Yes near KTown but very unique in its gastropub atmosphere. Really beautiful space.
Alfred M.September 6, 2016one of the best happy hours in flatiron—and NYC for that matter. get there early so you get a seat. great bar, feels exclusive. don't tell everyone like I am right now ;)
SunainaSeptember 15, 2014Service was excellent. The decor is beautiful. You get to spin a wheel I got free fries 👍 def get the tiger roll and the kimchi pancake. The kimchi pancake reminded me of a good old S.Indian uttapam
Jase EngMay 13, 2015What a find! Bar area has $1 oyster specials. Uni bibimbap is incredible. Seafood pancake and fried dumplings were tasty. I'll definitely be back.
- Mika TakahashiJanuary 20, 2016Nice vibes with a Korean fusion flair. Great $1 oysters during happy hr, grilled octopus was bomb. Bathrooms are spacious and clean too! Spin the wheel for a potential free drink/app.
- diogo pauloNovember 9, 2014The food is beyond spectacular - The crispy calamari and the Charred brussel sprout are a perfect way to start. Pot Udon and Spicy Pork Pot are two amazing choices, full of flavour.
EileenDecember 7, 2017Confit pork belly and braised octopus were both good. Wings were okay; I prefer them at other places. Skip the crunchy tofu
Caroline LeNovember 11, 2014Like other people have said it's definitely more of a Korean fusion restaurant but it is sooo so good. The beef bibimbap was great and so was the ja chae. Check in on Yelp too and spin the wheel!
Rebecca YiAugust 1, 2016$1 oysters happy hour ! (4-7) Other good small plates on the happy hr menu as well: spicy pork tacos, bulgogi tacos, sweet potato & Brussels sprouts with bacon mmMMm
Won a Cran-Lychee Soda (spun wheel thru foursquare promo). Ate: Kimchi Jar, Calamari, Farmer Green Salad, Tiger Roll, Crunchy Tuna Roll, Beef Pot Bulgogi, Bing Sub Pot (dessert) Overall Very Good.
SiobhánJanuary 6, 2018Massive space and lovely selection for brunch/lunch. I'm easy to please though when there's buns and dumplings.
RonniMay 15, 2015Excellent service and enjoyed the food! We shared the appetizers among 5 people and it was satisfying. The fries are on point!
Patrick ConatyAugust 16, 2018Solid Korean food at a decent price - try the sizzling stone bowl bibimbap- Francis UdlerAugust 25, 2014The food was delicious!! Scallion pancake is a must. Spicy chicken bibimbap and beef bulgogi pot amazing. Make sure to spin the wheel might get free yummy white sangria.
The seating set up and the open spaces. To get a decent cocktail under 10 bucks is amazing. $1 oysters were a hit.
sparkMarch 21, 2017They changed bowl size for the dolsot bibimbab compared to the ones from the old location and kept the price the same.. and overall food tastes got changed too. Good luck in the new location!
Christina LuAugust 7, 2014$1 happy hour oysters is where it's at! Great for your wallet but if you're like me -- wish they served more than one kind of oyster.
All the food here is quite tasty, and they have an incredible whiskey selection! Secret speakeasy downstairs called The Grain
Come here for happy hour! Soy garlic wings are so good! Scallion pancake, Jr Bibimbap, and spicy pork pot were also very tasty! Can't go wrong with $4 drafts!
Joy AllenAugust 17, 2014Great happy hour—signature drinks are $7 and oysters are $1 each (6 min). Try an elderfashioned made with Bulleit and St Germain. The BJ fries are really good, too.
Mary LeeAugust 10, 2014Korean bar with a more "hip" or nighttime vibe - fun for a night out x hankering for Korean food x "going out" atmosphere.
HelenFebruary 19, 2014Great happy hour specials. Great service. Make a reservation at opentable.com and you get to spin the wheel (you can get a free beer, discount off your bill, free food, etc...) !!
Nicole TalercioSeptember 20, 2018Best HH in Union Sq. Try the spicy margarita, dollar shrimp, wings and truffle fries on HH
LukeApril 29, 2017New location is a step up. Menu is a big eclectic crowd pleaser, but can be uneven. Highlights were the kimchi bacon pancakes and grilled octopus
Elena BaseottoMarch 20, 2016The rice cake is amazing! The duck buns and truffle fries are also really good. Great atmosphere. Make sure to get a reservation for a chance to win an appetizer!
Maggie MarsdenApril 15, 2015Beautiful atmosphere inside. The popcorn chicken fixed my Korean fried chicken craving. The hot pot bibimbap came highly recommended and did not disappoint!
- They do large events in the mezzanine and in the "hidden" basement! We did our holiday dinner here. It was rad.
- Sam CohenAugust 20, 2015Serrano pepper margarita and bulgogi bibimbap were both delicious! Cool atmosphere. Thorough service. Will definitely be back!
Ms HeleneFebruary 21, 2014Huge $1 oysters for happy hour came with a shot of pome shout for the 10 min wait. Roasted mushrooms from happy hour menu was also delicious.
Amanda HuDecember 11, 2016Happy hour at the bar is great. Oysters and drinks and discounted apps. Can get a little crowded but I'd def go again
kawaiikoAugust 16, 2014Raspberry Lemonade Homemade soda is amazing! Also the burger...has kimchee and Korean yummy goodness.
Great happy hour drinks; and $1 dollar oysters until close! Staff is kind enough to let you know about last call for happy hour drinks. Good for groups.
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Barn Joo Union Square
35 Union Sq W (btwn 16th & 17th St)
New York, NY 10003
United States
New York, NY 10003
United States
Korean inspired gastropub that features a wide variety of Korean dishes and specialty cocktails. EAT, DRINK, PLAY ▶
Open until 11:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Wed, Sun
- Noon–11:00 PM
- Thu–Sat
- Noon–Midnight
(646) 398-9663
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
No
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar
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