OKDONGSIK Bayside
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OKDONGSIK Bayside Reviews
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Everything was delicious, especially the kimchi dumplings and pork cutlet. The staff were very friendly, and we had such a pleasant dining experience. I’ll definitely come back whenever I’m in New York.
Finally made it here, no wait since we got there a few minutes after they opened at 11:35. Everything was delicious, perfectly cooked and simple but with so much depth. I can't wait to bring my daughters here.
Very good clean pork broth. The pork slices are deli thin and have a nice dipping sauce, similar to a ponzu.
Katsu has no fat and is the most tender I've ever seen. Soo so good!
Katsu has no fat and is the most tender I've ever seen. Soo so good!
Hours
| Monday | 11:30AM - 3PM 5 - 8:30PM |
| Tuesday | 5 - 8:30PM 11:30AM - 3PM |
| Wednesday | 5 - 8:30PM 11:30AM - 3PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 8:30PM 11:30AM - 3PM |
| Friday | 11:30AM - 3PM 5 - 8:30PM |
| Saturday | 5 - 8:30PM 11:30AM - 3PM |
| Sunday | 5 - 8:30PM 11:30AM - 3PM |
OKDONGSIK Bayside is a small, intimate restaurant known for its clean, simple, and thoughtfully prepared Korean-inspired dishes. The setting features an open kitchen with counter seating, creating a straightforward and cozy atmosphere with light jazz music in the background. The restaurant emphasizes fresh, made-to-order food, with servers cooking right in front of guests, ensuring quick and friendly service.
The standout dish is the gomtang, which many reviewers praise for being clean, light, and delicious. Its broth is described as very pure and refreshing, with a tender pork flavor that feels comforting after a long day. Recently added spicy gomtang offers a nice spicy kick, appealing to those seeking a bit more flavor. The pork in the dishes is consistently noted as well-cooked, tender, and juicy, with a crust that is well-cooked and not dry or chewy, especially in the lard donkatsu. The donkatsu is freshly made to order, accompanied by decent potato salad and cucumber kimchi, though some feel the sauce could be improved.
Other popular items include the shrimp tonkatsu (ebi katsu), which is perfectly cooked and worth the price for its quality, and the kimchi dumpling, praised for its clean taste. The menu is limited but carefully curated, catering to those who enjoy minimalist flavors, although some find the dishes slightly underseasoned and wish for more salt or seasoning. Overall, the food is light, healthy, and satisfying, with fair pricing and efficient service. Regular visitors appreciate the consistent quality and plan to return for their favorite dishes.