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Do Hwa
Korean home-cooking in West Village, specialties include home-made seasonal kimchi, delectable seafood pancakes, braised pork ribs, spicy squid sautés and Korean barbecue. Dine at a grill table by the flip-open windows facing Carmine Street or enjoy a cozy corner banquet table. Casual dining that will gladly accommodate large parties. Lunch plates and happy hour offerings with a full service bar where neighborhood regulars like Quentin Tarantino are sure to be found slurping down a chilled soju martini.
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76 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 76 reviews
5 stars
(30)
4 stars
(35)
3 stars
(10)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(36)
- good for groups(33)
- neighborhood gem(33)
- hot spot(15)
- special occasion(13)
- romantic(12)
Do Hwa Reviews List
Review 1 for Do Hwa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best Korean downtown...
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"You might be able to find a dish or two in Ktown that is as good or better, but overall the the food at Do Hwa beats almost every Ktown spot, and it's a much nicer restaurant. Ktown is a zoo, Do Hwa is a pleasure; and not at the expense of authenticity or quality. Additionally, you don't leave Do Hwa smelling like bbq. I stopped going to Ktwon, and solely because of Do Hwa."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 2 for Do Hwa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
romantic and cool environment.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"the waitress was very helpful in explaining and recommending items from the menu. the food was very delicious for our first taste of Korean cuisine. and they very nicely provided us with a complimentary toast for our anniversary. :-)"
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for Do Hwa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food! Great service!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food! Great service! If you make a reservation be prepare to wait for your table. Saturday evening crowd was LOUD!
I like that place and having lunch there is great."
I like that place and having lunch there is great."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 4 for Do Hwa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Do Hwa should really have
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Do Hwa should really have invested in cushion-backed booth seating instead of the enormous noise-amplifying wood panels that line all the booths, as this restaurant is about a thousand decibels louder than it should be. That said, the food was good -- basically a more thoughtfully prepared version of your standard Korean fare. The cocktails were surprisingly really good -- my favorite was the Battle Royale, which was essentially a Korean take on a Kir Royale. I'm ambivalent about the food, but I would certainly go back for happy hour."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2013
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Review 5 for Do Hwa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Terrific drinks and soju,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Terrific drinks and soju, one great taste after another. They let us switch tables with a smile, Rachel our server was knowledgeable and helped create a terrific and varies menu. Always a pleasure here."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Do Hwa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very good food and service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very good food and service but very noisy. I had to cup my hands over my ears to hear the person across from me!"
Dined on 04/03/2013
2004
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Review 7 for Do Hwa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Delicious Korean BBQ. Great
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Delicious Korean BBQ. Great place to gather with a large party (6, 8 or 10 people). It's one of our favorites!"
Dined on 03/28/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Do Hwa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I love Do Hwa. One of my
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I love Do Hwa. One of my favorite restaurants in NYC. It's chic, elegant, trendy without being so hip it hurts. Great food with never a bad bite."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 9 for Do Hwa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
From the minute we walked
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"From the minute we walked inside, 2 servers saw us from across the room and had a big smile and waved to us, to the point where we were unbuttoning our pants from being super stuffed, the experience was fantastic. we were offered a table with a grill, and the servers were so helpful, patient and friendly. the food was plentiful and delicious. cant believe ive never been here before. will go back definitely."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Do Hwa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We are novices to Korean food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We are novices to Korean food and our server made fantastic suggestions. The flavors were outstanding and very fresh.
I felt like I was eating a very healthy and clean meal while still feeling indulgent!
I will definitely come back to experience more of the Korean cuisine."
I felt like I was eating a very healthy and clean meal while still feeling indulgent!
I will definitely come back to experience more of the Korean cuisine."
Dined on 03/07/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Do Hwa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was good and nicely portioned
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was good and nicely portioned for the price, but we ordered two BBQ plates and only received one set of condiments, lettuce, egg, and rice."
Dined on 03/04/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, romantic
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Review 12 for Do Hwa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Delicious food and good atmosphere.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Delicious food and good atmosphere. Great if you need to make a reservation. Love it here!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 13 for Do Hwa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Loved Do Hwa on love day
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"First time using open table for valentines day. Getting in was simple. Was a little sad their silver screen motif was only visible from the bar, but the food was great and the waiters well informed about food if you're not Korean obsessed."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for Do Hwa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Lovely food!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"So good food, service and ambience. We had a table with grill which really is to recommend."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 15 for Do Hwa
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It is a perfect place for
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It is a perfect place for a very satisfying meal. I alway look forward to eating at Do Hwa. The food is tasty, original, and nutritious."
Dined on 01/31/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 16 for Do Hwa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
First time to Korean for me
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"First time to Korean for me I will be back."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Do Hwa
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
What a great choice for my
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"What a great choice for my friend's bday. We were even given a free shot of some green tea/lime concoction.....lovely, particularly after the meal to help us digest. The food was excellent and the service was outstanding. It was extra special to have some help when it came to deciding what to order and a quick lesson the the table grill.
The chicken was a generous portion as was the veggie plate. The waiter and waitress who stopped by were extra helpful and offered lots of help for the newbies. It's always nice to walk into a restaurant for the first time knowing you'll come back again. Both my dinner companion and I would do the same and recommend to any friends visiting the area."
The chicken was a generous portion as was the veggie plate. The waiter and waitress who stopped by were extra helpful and offered lots of help for the newbies. It's always nice to walk into a restaurant for the first time knowing you'll come back again. Both my dinner companion and I would do the same and recommend to any friends visiting the area."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Do Hwa
Based on the average of (59) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic