Ja Yoon Whang

(212) 260-7696

116 E 4th St
New York, NY 10003 40.7255 -73.988

Neighborhoods: East Village, Downtown

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Last updated 4.01.09

Ja Yoon Whang

What People Are Saying About Ja Yoon Whang

The Editor

Justin Hartung

Citysearch

The Scene
When it opened in the late 90s, the garage-like space of Jeodallo looked almost futuristic. Now, with space-age noodles shops popping up like Starbucks, it seems almost quaint. A casual neighborhood crowd dines leisurely at two-tops all the way to the sushi bar in the back, and cartoon-style artwork adds splashes of color.

The Food
Sushi, teriyaki, bulgogi and bibimbap coexist peacefully on the Korean/Japanese menu. Rolls are massive, and though basics like eel avocado boast clean-enough flavors, odd combos like tuna paired with chewy octopus don't always click. Korean fare is iffier: Squid-filled pancakes are a gooey mess, and though pan-fried kimchi and pork singes tongues, oversalting ruins the fiery fun. Surprisingly, it's the least authentic creations that fare best: A raw salmon appetizer ringed with avocado and shaped into a heart may look silly, but the fish's freshness and the generous portions do exhibit some sort of love.

Hits: Once mobbed, the restaurant has cooled off enough that it's easy to get a table when you're impatient for sushi.

Misses: Dish against dish, it's the Korean side of the menu that comes up short.

sangjhn

May 04, 2009

Not impressed whatsoever. I really wanted to like this place. It wasn't bad, but I'd rather order some chinese food instead...

LICChick

December 27, 2008

We love this place- it's always good place to go- it's never crowded so you can bring groups or just go in for a quick bite. It's tasty and never breaks the bank!

jaleee

December 23, 2008

I moved to 4th street about a month ago to find myself living next to this place called jeollado. I saw the sign for a $6.95 bento box and I was in the door. Chicken Terriyaki, gyoza, rice, miso soup, salad and a california roll for $6.95. Absolutely delicious. I go there about twice a week now. The sushi is pretty good. Relatively cheap, for example for $5 for the jeollado roll (avocado - salmon outside, crab in) Awesome atmosphere, good music, highly recommended!

The Details on Ja Yoon Whang

Fun Fact:

Though the name sounds like some Bill Cosby-endorsed frozen yogurt, it's actually a region in South Korea.

What to Drink:

The crisp, not-too-sweet Rin sake ($29) accents both sides of the menu well.

The Extras:

Brown rice can be substituted in any dish, but will cost you an extra $2.

Category:

Restaurants, First Run Movie Theaters

Payment Methods:

Cash

Restaurant Special Features:

Group Dining, Food Delivery

General Info:

Open 7 Days

Cuisine:

Korean, Japanese, Sushi

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