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Dok Suni

119 1ST Ave
New York, NY 10003-2963
Phone: (212) 477-9506

Ratings & Reviews Summary for Dok Suni

What Users are Saying:

  • Prompt seating
5 Star Rating
 
(9 reviews)
4 Star Rating
 
(10 reviews)
3 Star Rating
 
(1 reviews)
2 Star Rating
 
(2 reviews)
1 Star Rating
 
(2 reviews)

User Reviews for Dok Suni

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

08/08/2007 Posted by kevikev

this is one of my e.vilage favourites. food is yummy, staff is friendly, and having a young owner really helps to make this a great small place to yummy korean food.

4 Star Rating: Recommended

10/29/2006 Posted by nycjuice

I think this is the best korean you can get in les- if you want better ask my mom or go to flushing. the food is great but the portions are kinda small especially considering the prices. The place is really tiny so don't go with a huge group

4 Star Rating: Recommended

09/30/2006 Posted by punky21

We went for a friend's birthday with 5 people. The table was cramped but it worked better because we were all sharing food. The chilean sea bass, the pork and the dumplings were all delicous. Try the So-Yo specialty cocktail. It's made with potato vodka and some yogurt drink that is popular is Korea. I wish they sold it everywhere because it was incredibly yummy. The staff were all friendly and willing to explain different menu items to us. We sat at the bar while we waited for our table to bet set up and the bartender kept us entertained with conversation. I'm not sure this will be my new favorite but it's definitely worth a couple of visits.

Pros: friendly staff, yummy cocktails

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

08/12/2006 Posted by redbaronn27

I took my boyfriend, who is Korean to DOk Suni for his birthday. We both agree the food isn't as traditional as K town but really loved it anyway. It was very delicous, he had the bulgogi and I had the jalepeno chicken. The finishing shots of cinnamon tea were so spicy and lovely! A perfect spot to experiment with friends and lovers!

Pros: Creative Menu, Abience

4 Star Rating: Recommended

06/21/2006 Posted by pingerl

The food in this restaurant tastes good but they do not give you as much as you would get in Koreatown. My favorites are the tofu in the mixed appetizer that they give and the kalbi and bulgogi dishes. Service is pretty efficient. All in all a good place to eat especially on a weekday evening when it is not too crowded.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

05/16/2006 Posted by miacomp

Dok Suni is a slightly funky Korean restaurant that's a little different in that they play with traditional dishes, in a good way, and the service is pretty good. I wouldn't say it is authentic but still very enjoyable on the whole. Everything I've had is delicious- they just know how to get all the spices right at this place- I especially ejoy the Bulgogi, Kimchi Pancake and Tender chicken. They also serve a side of pickled vegetables and tofu with each meal-out of this world! A fun place to experience with friends, the complimentary shot of cinnamon tea at the end of the meal is a nice touch.

3 Star Rating: Average

01/20/2006 Posted by cmvmls

Went in December '05 with a friend. Pros: Location and Price. Cons: Food average. Service ok. Ambience nothing special, just regular neighborhood place. Overall: "Dok Suni" has received great reviews elsewhere, but honestly, don't waste your time. I know Korean food and if that's what you want to eat, just go to Korea Town, for crying out loud!

Pros: Cheap, Location

Cons: Food mediocre, Ambience boring

4 Star Rating: Recommended

09/21/2005 Posted by ryancasupanan

The food here is good; however, it could be a bit more spicier.

1 Star Rating: Not Recommended

02/13/2005 Posted by brightstuff

I took my Korean mother here because it was recommended by a friend. My mother complained through the whole meal because she said the food looked like "leftovers and scraps". It's trendy, sure, but you'd be better off going to a Koreatown place if you really want good Korean food.

4 Star Rating: Recommended

12/10/2004 Posted by jabade

Went here last night on a recommendation from my fiancee's boss. We were not disappointed. The service was great once we ordered, and the food was fabulous. We had: sticky ricve appetizer, it was nice and spicy, exactly what i wanted; spring roll; jalapeno chicken; and dok suni gui, which had slices of garlic in it which suited my taste perfectly. Would definitely recommend, We will be back!

Pros: Decor, Great Food, Great Service

Cons: , Somewhat Cramped

Editor's Review

The grandmother of the East Village's burgeoning Little Korea scene, setting the trend for cheap chic for over a decade.  See the full editorial review.

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The Extras

Recreate Dok Suni's dishes from the restaurant's popular cookbook, on sale behind the bar.

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Restaurant Information

Parking

  • Street

Hours

  • Sun-Mon 12pm-11pm
  • Tue-Thu 12pm-11:30pm
  • Fri-Sat 12pm-12am

Dress Code

  • Casual

Cuisines

  • Korean

Payment Types

  • Cash

Meal Price

  • $$

Amenities

  • Dine at the Bar
  • Lunch Spot
  • Cheap Eats
  • Open 7 Days
  • Carry Out
  • Bar Scene
  • Local Favorites
  • Celeb Hangout

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