Barn Joo Union Square

35 Union Square W, New York
(646) 398-9663

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Jonah Jimenez

Service was below acceptable at price point. Food was average.

A little more detail: I had to bring my credit card to the server station since our server was too busy talking to notice us, we were trying to get the bill. Most places come by after the table has been cleared. It’s all about execution.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 2

Heidi Springer

Tasty food, quick attentive service. Overpriced for what you get, but very convenient location.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Sizzling Stonebowl Bibimbap

Raymond Foley

This is a really great restaurant overall with very friendly and fast customer service and some great food and drink options. The crunchy Tofu, bulgogi spicy rice cake and creamy shrimp udon were all delicious! The sashimi bibimbap however was rather flavorless and the chairs were pretty uncomfortable but overall I would come here again. This restaurant is centrally located and convenient to get to from multiple subway lines to Union square. The decor is very inviting and cozy making you feel right at home. There was also a very big bar with plenty of seats if you are looking for a quick bite and a cocktail or soju this place is perfect. I have also been to the other smaller location in midtown which I found to be a bit cramped so it was a relief to be in a bigger space to enjoy the cuisine. One thing I noticed is that there were still COVID barriers hanging between some of the tables, which I know some people can feel indifferent or otherwise about, but it actually added to the positive experience as there was more privacy and less noise from the surrounding tables with the barrier in place creating an almost exclusive feel to the dining experience.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

annie thermidor

I passed by here for a quick visit between events. I do appreciate how the service here was very efficient. As soon as we were seated, our waiter was giving us menu and suggestions. Our drinks and food also arrived very quickly. We were here total for ~45mn.

I enjoyed the Rose queen cocktail. Made with Yuzu Hard Seltzer, lemon , mint, strawberry and a touch of bourbon. Found it to be solid and well balanced.
We were only looking for a light meal and were told to order the bulgogi and spicy pork tacos. they arrived with 3 tacos each and were flavorful.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

Malcolm Thaxton

Very well put together menu, everything was delicious. Recommended dishes:

Kimchi Creamy Shrimp
Bulgogi Steamed Buns
Spicy Vegetable Dumplings
Soy Garlic Chicken Wings

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 3

Ashley Shabez

Went last night. It was good, very tasty but really expensive. $230 includes tax, tip for 2 people excluding alcohol and dessert. I wish all the meats came marinaded. I feel the meats needed marinade. Enjoyable dinner. I would come back.

Mathilda Tingemar

The food was delicious and filling, in a nice atmosphere and great service. It was my birthday and they came out with a cute dessert on them- very sweet and very accommodating. It was a little pricy- but not too hefty when keeping in mind the location. Overall, very nice experience.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Jane Zhang

Not proper Korean bbq. Meat tastes artificial and super expensive. Stay away

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 2

Jamie Kim

I went here for happy hours (3-6). I've tried all the happy hour food. The chicken wing was really good and It was nice to enjoy food and drinks!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Anony Mous

Ok for happy hour. But the big drawback is happy hour is to have $1 oysters on Sundays and Mondays, they were out which was the whole reason we went there. Cocktails aren’t anything special really and servers aren’t very knowledgeable about their drinks or beers. Was told a German Pilsner was an Asian inspired beer, what?!?

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 3

Ramee

Nothing to rave about yet the egg souffle was done properly and they provide reasonable cuts of beef for KBBQ.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Kaolhi Ly

Awesome Korean restaurant in Union Square. You can’t miss this place if you’re craving Korean food. Their short ribs were out of this world, even better that they serve grass fed beef. Their service was great and I would come back here again.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Olga Rodriguez

Celeste gave excellent service! 5 stars! Thank you!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Maud Andrew

We had a fantastic evening. The best part
Of the evening was the service.
All the wait staff were
Very professional and helpful.
Celeste was very warm and made the dinner special. Thanks !

Dietary restrictions: Everything was
Terrific

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Dumplings, Garlic Truffle Fries

Anthony Grullon

Celeste was spectacular!!

Vegetarian options: Croquettes!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Dumplings, Sashimi Bibimbap

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