Perched on the 16th floor of 22 W 32nd St in Koreatown, Joo Ok offers an elevated take on Korean fine dining under the direction of Chef Shin Chang-ho. This Michelin-starred restaurant presents a thoughtfully curated tasting menu—usually featuring 10 to 11 courses—that reimagines Korean royal court cuisine with a refined, modern twist. Highlights include inventive dishes like foie gras and morel-stuffed pheasant mandu, seafood delicately finished with perilla oil, and seasonal desserts paired with sunchoke tea.
Originally founded in Seoul, Chef Shin brought his acclaimed concept to New York in 2023. Since its September 2024 opening, Joo Ok has earned Michelin recognition while staying true to its farm-to-table philosophy—sourcing produce and fermenting jangs from an upstate New York farm to maintain depth of flavor and Korean authenticity.
The restaurant has drawn acclaim for its striking hanok-inspired design, panoramic city views, and graceful, attentive service. As described by Michelin inspectors, the experience balances tradition and innovation with “calm, collected refinement,” rooted in deep Korean culinary culture.
👉 Discover more in the official Michelin Guide review of Joo Ok and see why it’s quickly becoming one of New York’s most celebrated Korean dining destinations.
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