Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Bibi Wine Bar, Noona's and Bonchon New York - 1st Ave, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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East Village's Cheap Korean Destinations
The East Village is a premier destination for food lovers seeking bold Korean flavors that won't break the bank. This collection highlights a diverse range of affordable options, from the crispy street food at Two Hands Corn Dogs and Oh K-Dog NYC to the comforting traditional dishes found at Noona's and Odre. While Korean staples lead the way, the neighborhood’s eclectic spirit shines through with unique fusion spots like Appas Pizza and the beloved sandwiches at Sunny & Annie's Deli. Whether you are grabbing a quick bite at Cafe Joah or settling in for a meal at Moko, these local favorites offer an accessible and delicious taste of the city's vibrant culinary scene.
30 restaurants in Best Cheap Korean Restaurants in East Village | Cheap Korean Food
- Bibi Wine Bar · rated 5/5: Mediterranean.
- Noona's · rated 5/5: Korean.
- Bonchon New York - 1st Ave · rated 4.8/5: Korean.
- Mokyo · rated 4.7/5: Korean.
- Appas Pizza · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- Ariari · rated 4.6/5: Korean.
- Odre · rated 4.6/5: Korean.
- Anytime Street St.Marks · rated 4.6/5: Korean.
- Two Hands Corn Dogs · rated 4.6/5: Korean.
- Sunny & Annie's Deli · rated 4.6/5: Korean.
- Kisa · rated 4.5/5: Korean.
- Baji Baji · rated 4.5/5: Korean.
- Oh K-Dog NYC · rated 4.4/5: Korean.
- Cafe Joah · rated 4.4/5: Korean.
- Cho-Ko · rated 4.4/5: Korean.
- Moko · rated 4.3/5: Korean.
- Monomono · rated 4.2/5: Korean.
- Tim Ho Wan · rated 4.1/5: Chinese.
- Tim Ho Wan East Village · rated 4.1/5: Chinese.
- Mee · rated 4/5: Korean.
- Bread Story · rated 4/5: Korean.
- Odre · rated 4/5: Korean.
- Monomono · rated 4/5: Korean.
- Cafe 2by2 · rated 4/5: Korean.
- Gen Korean BBQ House · rated 4/5: Korean.
- Seoul Chicken · rated 3.8/5: Korean.
- Yubu: Korean.
- Ariari: Korean.
- Kisa: Korean.
- Ms. Yoo: Korean.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
