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Hwaro

4.7 (8)
$50 and over
Contemporary Korean
776 8th Ave, New York, NY 10036-7017

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Hwaro

4.7
$50 and over
Contemporary Korean
Hell's Kitchen

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Good for business meals
HWARO is an intimate chef’s counter experience offering a curated 10-course, $245 tasting menu that showcases premium meats, seasonal ingredients, and refined Korean techniques.

Centered around an open kitchen, HWARO creates an immersive and almost theatrical dining experience, where chefs and guests become part of the same shared moment. More than a meal, it is a shared performance—an intimate exchange shaped by fire, movement, craftsmanship, and food.

Named after the traditional Korean HWARO—a charcoal brazier used for cooking, warmth, and gathering—the restaurant reflects the spirit of sharing food and conversation around the fire. Historically placed at the center of the home, the HWARO brought people together. That same sense of warmth, connection, and hospitality is woven throughout the experience.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Korean
  • Hours of operation
    Thu–Sat 7:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Sungchul Shim
  • Catering
    Bring HWARO beyond the restaurant with a chef-led catering experience designed around your event. From intimate gatherings to larger celebrations, Chef Shim will create a tailored menu featuring premium ingredients, seasonal flavors, and refined Korean technique, adapted to your venue, format, and guest experience. info@hwaronyc.com | 646-640-8461<br />
  • Private party facilities
    Celebrate with an exclusive HWARO chef’s counter experience. Private buyouts for up to 22 guests feature an intimate open kitchen and ideal for corporate dinners, birthdays, and special occasions. Chef Shim personally leads each event and creates a customized tasting menu tailored to your vision. Inquiries: info@hwaronyc.com | 646-640-8461

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Reviews

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4.7

4.7
(8)
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

8 Reviews
  1. Veronica Gold

    New York City15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 17, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our second time at Hwaro. First was during their soft opening. Food was even better this time than the last. Fixed menu - 10 courses - beautifully presented and delicious. Innovative and flavorful cocktails and perfect service. All around amazing experience. Congratulations to chef Shim and all the staff

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  2. Lindsay Gold

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 19, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful and special experience with fantastic food. We truly enjoyed our evening at Hwaro and would highly recommend dining here.

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  3. Catherine

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 19, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience from start to finish. Food and service was amazing.

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  4. Torey

    Denver10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An outstanding meal with great chefs! Great special occasion place when you want to enjoy a long meal with someone special.

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  5. Nathalie

    Atlantic Canada2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 14, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience Exceptional food Pleasure for the eyes Excellent atmosphere and service Loved it

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  6. Ira Gold

    New York City17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 14, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great! Deserved 2 Michelin stars! Highest recommendation

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  7. Ellen

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 1, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Prefer not to post this review. Privacy and security reasons. Thank you for a wonderful birthday for my son.

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  8. Megan Gold

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely amazing. Every single course was incredible.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Korean
  • Hours of operation
    Thu–Sat 7:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Sungchul Shim
  • Catering
    Bring HWARO beyond the restaurant with a chef-led catering experience designed around your event. From intimate gatherings to larger celebrations, Chef Shim will create a tailored menu featuring premium ingredients, seasonal flavors, and refined Korean technique, adapted to your venue, format, and guest experience. info@hwaronyc.com | 646-640-8461<br />
  • Private party facilities
    Celebrate with an exclusive HWARO chef’s counter experience. Private buyouts for up to 22 guests feature an intimate open kitchen and ideal for corporate dinners, birthdays, and special occasions. Chef Shim personally leads each event and creates a customized tasting menu tailored to your vision. Inquiries: info@hwaronyc.com | 646-640-8461

FAQs

Yes, families do dine at Hwaro: multiple guests mention celebrating birthdays there with children and even planning returns with their daughter, so children have been welcomed at celebrations.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished, and comfortable rather than formal.

Yes, Hwaro’s intimate chef’s-counter setting and immersive multi-course tasting make it well suited to a special evening, with several guests reporting anniversary dinners there.

Hwaro’s curated 10-course tasting is filling, guests describe the portions as generous and say they left completely satisfied.

Hwaro accepts private parties, guests have even booked the restaurant’s oval counter for large celebratory groups, making it a great option for private gatherings.

Expect Hwaro to feel lively and bustling during peak visits, the round chef’s counter is often full with celebratory parties and an energetic service rhythm.

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Hwaro

4.7
$50 and over
Contemporary Korean
Hell's Kitchen

Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
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