Pelicana – Korean
This lively destination celebrates the art of the perfect crunch, where golden-fried chicken arrives glistening in sweet honey glazes and savory seasonings that dance on the palate. The experience extends beyond the bird with a playful array of indulgent sides, from molten, stretchy cheese balls to sugar-dusted twisted mochi donuts that provide a whimsical, chewy finish to a soulful feast.
11, West 32nd Street, 10001 +16466890420 https://www.pelicanausa.com0Cuisine: Korean
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Pelicana
Dairy-Free at Pelicana
Pelicana in New York has 13 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Avocado Grilled Chicken Salad, Sweet Potato Fries and French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Pelicana
Pelicana in New York has 8 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Avocado Grilled Chicken Salad, Cajun Shrimp Salad and Grilled Chicken Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Pelicana
Pelicana in New York has 27 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mac and Cheese, Spicy Rice Cake and Garden Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Pelicana
Pelicana in New York has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Udon Fishcake Soup, Peli Tacos and Spicy Mayo Dip. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Pelicana
Pelicana in New York has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cajun Shrimp Salad and Grilled Chicken Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Pelicana
Pelicana in New York has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cajun Shrimp Salad, Grilled Chicken Salad and Blue Cheese Dip. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Pelicana
Pelicana in New York has 6 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Garden Salad, Avocado Grilled Chicken Salad and French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Pelicana
Pelicana in New York has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sweet Potato Fries, French Fries and Avocado Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Pelicana
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Peli Tacos | 93.6 g | 54.4 g |
| Peli Quesadilla | 130.7 g | 48.4 g |
| Sausage Kimchi Fried Rice | 2.2 g | 45.2 g |
| Honey Series Chicken | 65.2 g | 43.5 g |
| Truffle Mayo Dip | 0 g | 42.2 g |
| Budae Stew | 55.1 g | 40.6 g |
| Peli Nachos | 98.5 g | 37.3 g |
| Bulgogi Over Rice | 60.6 g | 37.2 g |
| Chicken Fried Rice | 64.6 g | 27.6 g |
| Udon Fishcake Soup | 16.4 g | 26.6 g |
| Spicy Mayo Dip | 5.2 g | 21.6 g |
| Spicy Rice Cake | 67.5 g | 20.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 10:15 PM
Menu
Fried Chicken
Delicately battered and well-seasoned, fried in fresh oil changed daily.
- Pelicana Fried Chicken: Classic Korean fried chicken, available in four different types of batters and plenty of sauce options. Served with pickled radish, corn salad, and small salad. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Honey Series Chicken: Double fried chicken hand brushed with choice of Soy Garlic, Spicy Soy Garlic, Honey Soy, Glazed Honey Soy, or Honey Chili. Served with pickled radish, corn salad, and small salad. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- American-Style Grilled Wings: Lightly fried then finished in a fiery blend. Served with pickled radish, corn salad, and small salad. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Fried Appetizers
- Twisted Mochi Donut: Plain or coated in cinnamon sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cheese Ball: Crispy dough or mochi donut dough with melted cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries: Tossed in choice of seasoning Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Potato Fries: Dusted with sugar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Rings: Crispy and golden Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Sticks: 6 pieces, crispy outside and gooey inside Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Dumplings: Choice of Chicken, Beef, Vegetables, or Kimchi. Hand brushed with soy garlic sauce (mild or spicy). Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari: Deep fried squid rings served with marinara and tartar sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Shrimp: Regular or spicy Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Korean Specials
- Spicy Rice Cake: Rice cake, fish cake, assorted vegetables, chili paste Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kimchi Pancakes: Fermented kimchi, onion, scallion, egg and flour batter Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stir Fried Chicken Gizzard: Chicken gizzard, jalapeño, cabbage, garlic, scallion, salt & pepper with sesame oil dip Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken Gizzard: Deep fried chicken gizzard with scallions and garlic scallion sauce (mild or spicy) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Udon Fishcake Soup: Soy-flavored dashi broth, fish cakes, vegetables, boiled egg, udon noodles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Budae Stew: Kimchi based soup, spam, sausage, pork belly, mixed vegetables, ramen noodle Available at: dinner, lunch
- Korean Ramen: Spicy ramen, assorted vegetables, mushroom, egg, corn Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Rice Dishes
- Vegetable Fried Rice: Pan-fried rice, scrambled egg, assorted vegetables, house salad Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Fried Rice: Pan-fried rice, diced shrimps, assorted vegetables, house salad Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fried Rice: Pan-fried rice, diced grilled chicken, scrambled egg, mixed vegetables, house salad Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Kimchi Fried Rice: Pan-fried rice, kimchi, assorted vegetables, house salad Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sausage Kimchi Fried Rice: Pan-fried rice, kimchi, sausage, sunnyside up egg, house salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Teriyaki: Steamed white rice, grilled chicken, assorted vegetables, teriyaki sauce, fried egg, house salad Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bulgogi Over Rice: Steamed white rice, marinated beef rib-eye, assorted vegetables, fried egg, house salad Available at: dinner, lunch
Peli Specials
- Peli Tacos: 2 soft tortillas, choice of chicken, bulgogi, or shrimp, corn, cilantro, vegetables, guacamole, mozzarella Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Peli Nachos: Tortilla chips, choice of chicken or bulgogi, vegetables, jalapeño, corn, tomato, guacamole, sour cream, cheddar cheese Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Peli Quesadilla: Soft tortillas, mozzarella, choice of chicken, bulgogi, or shrimp, nacho chips, guacamole Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac and Cheese: Elbow macaroni, mozzarella, parmesan cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Garden Salad: Romaine, arugula, red onions, carrots, tomatoes, parmesan cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Salad: Garden salad base with grilled chicken Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Avocado Salad: Garden salad base with avocado Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cajun Shrimp Salad: Garden salad base with cajun shrimp Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Avocado Grilled Chicken Salad: Garden salad base with avocado and grilled chicken Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Avocado Cajun Shrimp Salad: Garden salad base with avocado and cajun shrimp Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Add-ons
- Ranch Dip Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Spicy Ranch Dip Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory
- Truffle Mayo Dip Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Spicy Mayo Dip Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- White Honey Garlic Dip Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Blue Cheese Dip Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach
- Honey Mustard Dip Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Spicy Honey Dip Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Pelicana
- Is Pelicana dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Pelicana has 13 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Avocado Grilled Chicken Salad, Sweet Potato Fries and French Fries.
- What can I eat at Pelicana on a dairy-free diet?
- Avocado Grilled Chicken Salad, Sweet Potato Fries and French Fries carry the dairy-free tag, out of 13 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Pelicana have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Sweet Potato Fries and French Fries.
- Is Pelicana gluten-free?
- 8 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Pelicana?
- Peli Tacos, at roughly 54.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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