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Where to Eat in Manhattan, New York: Korean Fried Chicken
This guide turns How NYC’s Best Korean Fried Chicken is Made | Made to Order | Bon Appétit from Bon Appétit into a practical restaurant map with 1 saved spot around Manhattan. The mapped places include a restaurant stop. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Bon Appétit showcases Chef Sunyul Park’s meticulous process for creating the perfect Korean fried chicken, emphasizing that a thin, crispy crust requires significant time and technique. The chef highlights the use of fermented jalapenos and pineapple enzymes to ensure the meat remains tender and flavorful despite a double-frying process. Ultimately, the signature dish is defined by the balance of air pockets in the batter and a deeply seasoned, moist interior.
What this map is good for
- Planning a korean restaurant stop or short itinerary in Manhattan.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 1 mapped spot into Varedelo so the list stays usable on the ground.
- Using the original video as context, then turning it into a clean place-by-place map.
Featured spots on this map
- Atoboy
Korean Restaurant in 43 E 28th St, New York, NY 10016, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States
Price level: Moderate
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- Korean fried chicken
Experiences captured
- brined chicken for 6 to 8 hours
- fermented jalapenos for 7 days
- marinated chicken with pineapple and ginger
- prepared a two-step dry and wet batter
- used xanthan gum for batter adhesion
- double-fried chicken in canola oil
- monitored oil temperature at 350 degrees
- achieved a golden brown thin crust
Planning notes for New York
NoMad, an acronym for "North of Madison Square Park," is a Manhattan neighborhood bounded by 25th Street to the south, 30th Street to the north, Sixth Avenue to the west, and Madison Avenue to the east. Historically, the area served as a residential and hotel district for the city’s affluent population during the late 19th-century Gilded Age. Historical Heritage and Architecture The district contains a high concentration of preserved structures dating from the 1870s to the 1930s.
Must-try foods nearby
- Original BBQ Butter Chicken Chops
A signature dish from the highly anticipated 2026 opening of Ambassadors Clubhouse. - Spaghetti Tomato and Basil
An untouchable NoMad icon at Scarpetta. This dish is the gold standard for simplicity, made with handmade spaghetti and a sauce of San Marzano tomatoes, garlic-infused oil. - Candele with Ragu Genovese
From Massara, the 2025/2026 standout from the Rezdôra team. This long. - Cotton Candy Foie Gras
A whimsical and trending staple at Bazaar Meat by José Andrés. This molecular gastronomy bite features a cube of rich foie gras terrine wrapped in a cloud of salty-sweet cotton. - Fried Chicken with Ginger-Peanut Sauce
A cult favorite 'add-on' at Atoboy that remains a must-order in 2026. The chicken is brined in pineapple juice for tenderness and coated in a shatteringly crisp tempura batter.
When to go: The best months to visit NoMad are April to June and September to early November, when mild temperatures (60°F–75°F) make the neighborhood's walkable streets and rooftop bars most enjoyable. While summer brings high humidity and winter can be bitingly cold.
Local tips
- Maintain a steady walking pace on the right side of the sidewalk and step into a building alcove if you need to check your phone or a map.
- Expect to tip 18-22% at sit-down restaurants, as gratuity is rarely included in the bill unless you are dining with a group of six or more.
- Use the OMNY contactless payment system with your phone or credit card at subway turnstiles for the most efficient way to navigate the city's transit lines.
- Stay alert in crowded areas like Madison Square Park and avoid displaying expensive electronics or jewelry to minimize the risk of petty theft.
What travelers are noticing
- Ambassadors Clubhouse: A high-energy Punjabi social dining destination from the London-based JKS Hospitality team, newly opened at 1245 Broadway.
- Mr. Pink Public Art: A striking district-wide installation featuring a large-scale figure atop 1129 Broadway as part of the neighborhood's 'Winter Glow' program.
- NoMad Jazz Festival: The neighborhood's newest large-scale public music event, which has expanded into a year-round concert series centered in Madison Square Park.
Extra place context
- Atoboy
A Michelin-recognized hotspot offering a modern Korean prix-fixe menu in a minimalist, industrial-chic space.
food
Official tourism resource
The official destination marketing organization and visitor bureau for the five boroughs of New York City, including Manhattan.
Planning questions
What is this video map?
It is a crawlable guide to the mapped places from How NYC’s Best Korean Fried Chicken is Made | Made to Order | Bon Appétit, with the creator video, a static map preview, and selected spots from the trip.
Can I save these spots?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save the places, keep planning notes, and revisit the guide from your phone.
Does this replace watching the video?
No. The video remains the source, and the map makes the places easier to scan, compare, and save while planning.
Use it on your trip
Save this restaurant map before you go
Keep the mapped spots, creator context, food notes, and planning details together. Varedelo turns the page into a phone-friendly map you can revisit when you are choosing where to go.