Despite a short two-week visit home in between Ann Arbor and my move to DC for the summer, I managed to find some time to make it into NYC to check out my favorite city's cuisines.
Located at 35 W. 35th St., Madangsui was just the place I was looking for. My brother and dad had been there once before and sent me pictures of the amazing Korean BBQ that Madangsui has, but it was only necessary that I checked it out for myself. After a long day of trekking through Chinatown, Little Italy, and SoHo, my brother and I headed back to Midtown with eager appetites.
Korean BBQ is an eating experience unlike any other. A few months ago I visited Maru in Ann Arbor and was greeted with a variety of traditional Korean dishes. Like Maru, Madangsui served up a variety of small appetizers, including kimchee and marinated seaweed; however, the best part about Madangsui was having our main dish cooked on the BBQ in the middle of our table.
Here's how we did Madangusi:
Fresh Butterflied & Korean Style Marinated Short Rib
Blue Crab Soup in a Spicy Broth
Cost? Depends. Most of the BBQ entrees range from $26-32, however, this includes all of the appetizers and there's enough meat for two hungry diners. The entree soups are less steep in their prices and range from $11-15. Other noodle and rice entree dishes range from $12-18.
Atmosphere? Inviting for both small and large groups - I'd highly encourage trying this place out with a group of adventurous eaters who are looking for a different kind of dining experience. The atmosphere is very casual and cozy - if you're looking for something more upscale however, this isn't your place.
Best dish? What would a Korean BBQ be if their best dish wasn't the BBQ itself? When you go,you MUST get the Marinated Short Rib - tender and full of flavor, this dish is an easy winner (not to mention what's better than having your food cooked right in front of you?)
If you want to check out their menu before heading over: http://www.Madangsui.com/Madangsui/Productlist.asp?CK=7857 (call ahead on weekends to make a reservation).
Location: 35 W. 35th Street, New York, NY
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