Best Dishes at Jungsik
Kongguk (Soy Bean Soup) with Truffle Pearls
StartersA starter course that elevates a traditional Korean soup. The kongguk base is made fresh daily for its clean, earthy soy flavor. The truffle pearls add luxury and umami complexity. This is a lightness course that appears in the tasting menu to refresh the palate. Recent reviews note this as a moment of pure flavor without heavy technique.
Striped Jack with White Kimchi and Fish Bone Broth
Small PlatesA signature opening course that exemplifies Chef Yim's approach to raw fish. The striped jack is sliced to highlight its delicate sweetness. The umami depth comes from the smoked fish bone broth and fermented tomato. The white kimchi adds a subtle spicy note that cuts through the richness of the caviar. Multiple reviews (2025) highlight this as a standout dish that sets the tone for the meal.
Octopus with Gochujang Aioli and Crispy Skin
Small PlatesA signature dish that has anchored the menu since opening. The octopus is boiled until tender, then lightly fried to create a crispy exterior that provides textural contrast. The gochujang aioli delivers heat and umami without overpowering the delicate octopus flavor. Recent reviews (2025) consistently call this out as one of the most memorable courses — a perfect balance of technique and flavor.
Dry-Aged Arctic Char with Perilla Oil and Smoked Trout Roe
MainsA main course that demonstrates the kitchen's seafood mastery. The Arctic char is dry-aged to concentrate flavor and achieve a crispy skin. The perilla oil brings a subtle anise note that's distinctly Korean. The smoked trout roe adds briny richness. Multiple 2025 reviews praise the crispiest skin and the delicate, tender meat — a masterclass in fish cookery.
Jungsik Tasting Menu (9-Course)
MainsThe $295 tasting menu (before tax and 20% service) is the primary way to experience Jungsik. The menu structure offers three to five dishes per course from which you choose, giving agency without overwhelming. The experience lasts 2.5-3 hours and includes opening bites, then progresses through soup, fish, octopus, more seafood, and dessert. Wine pairing is available for an additional $200-$500 depending on level. This is the only dinner option — à la carte is available at the bar only.
About Jungsik
Jungsik became the first Korean restaurant in the United States to earn three Michelin stars in December 2024 (previously two stars since 2013). Chef Jung Sik Yim presents a tasting-only concept with prix fixe courses where you select from multiple options within each course. The menu emphasizes raw seafood, elevated Korean flavors, and artistic presentation in a cool, polished downtown setting.
Top 5 dishes at Jungsik:
- Kongguk (Soy Bean Soup) with Truffle Pearls – 88% recommended(Signature)
- Striped Jack with White Kimchi and Fish Bone Broth – 91% recommended(Signature)
- Octopus with Gochujang Aioli and Crispy Skin – 93% recommended(Signature)
- Dry-Aged Arctic Char with Perilla Oil and Smoked Trout Roe – 92% recommended(Signature)
- Jungsik Tasting Menu (9-Course) – 92% recommended(Signature)
Details
- Cuisine:
- Korean
- Price Range:
- $$$$
- Phone:
- +1 212 219 0900
- Website:
- Visit Website
- Services:
- Dine-in, Reservations, Wine List, Dinner, Wheelchair Accessible, Full Bar, Private Dining
- Menu:
- View Menu
- Reservations:
- Book a Table
Hours
- Friday:
- 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM(Open Now)
- Sunday:
- 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Monday:
- 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Tuesday:
- 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Wednesday:
- 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Thursday:
- 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Saturday:
- 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
This became the first three-Michelin-star Korean restaurant in the United States in December 2024. It's a historically significant dining moment.
Closed Mondays. The space is narrow and linear — dining room, bar, and private room are arranged in succession. Tables near the bar offer more interactive energy.
Business casual to smart casual is appropriate. This is fine dining but less formal than French Michelin restaurants. A button-up shirt or nice sweater works.
The restaurant's frosted windows maintain privacy from the street. It's deliberately discreet — you won't see the dining room from outside. Expect a quiet, sophisticated experience.
The menu is heavily weighted toward raw fish and seafood. If you don't eat fish, this may not be the right restaurant. Request dietary preferences when booking.
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