Mokyo

109 St Marks Pl, New York, NY 10009, United States
$$$ Korean restaurant
(643 Reviews)
Price Range $50–100

Welcome to Mokyo, a captivating Korean restaurant nestled in the heart of the East Village at 109 St Marks Place, New York, NY. This trendy eatery is a celebration of innovative Korean cuisine, perfectly blending traditional flavors with a modern twist. At Mokyo, every dish is not just a meal; it's an experience that will tantalize your taste buds and ignite your senses.

The ambiance at Mokyo strikes the perfect balance between intimate and lively, making it an ideal destination for a cozy dinner with loved ones or a festive gathering with friends. The decor is a charming mix of chic and quirky, with warm lighting that creates the perfect backdrop for your culinary adventure. As you step inside, expect to be greeted by friendly staff who are eager to guide you through their diverse menu.

The menu at Mokyo features an array of small plates that invite sharing and exploration, perfect for those who love to try a bit of everything. Start your meal with the Corn Dumplings punctuated with fennel and truffle salsa verde, a dish that has enchanted many diners — and rightfully so, as echoed by Myrna Chen's reminiscences of them long after her visit. Next, indulge in the Oxtail Spring Roll that combines wagyu beef with a smoky gochujang sauce, offering an unforgettable explosion of flavors with every bite. If you're feeling adventurous, the Lobster Roll dressed in truffle whipped cheese, celery relish, and serrano will take your palate on a delightful journey.

For those who appreciate a beautifully crafted drink, Mokyo's adult caprisuns have garnered attention for their robust flavors and creative presentation. The atmosphere might turn lively as you share laughter over these fun cocktails while sampling the various dishes, making it a truly engaging dining experience.

However, be prepared for the thoughtful yet varied feedback from patrons—a common theme being the small plate format that might leave some wanting more of their favorites. Yet, this tapas-style dining isn’t just about quantity; it’s an invitation to savor and share multiple flavors in one evening, as noted by the group of friends who made the most out of their visit by ordering a medley of dishes.

Overall, Mokyo invites you to embark on a culinary journey that pays homage to Korean cuisine while encouraging modern interpretation. Whether you’re a seasoned foodie or someone looking to dip their toes into something new, Mokyo promises a delightful experience punctuated by bursts of flavor, good company, and a welcoming atmosphere. Make your reservation today—your taste buds are in for a treat!

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
No wheelchair-accessible car park
From the business
Identifies as Asian-owned
Identifies as women-owned
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers delivery
Serves dine-in
No takeaway
Highlights
Has fast service
Popular for
Popular for dinner
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves comfort food
Serves organic dishes
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Cosy
Romantic
Trendy
Crowd
Popular with tourists
Planning
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Wednesday

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Thursday

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Friday

5:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Saturday

5:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Sunday

6:00 AM - 9:30 PM

643 Reviews
N C

31 Aug 2025

We tried one of every dish on the menu. Our favorites were the corn dumplings, spring rolls, noodles, and yellowtail crudo. If you go with more than 4 people, you should get 2 orders of some of the dishes. The only dish we weren’t a fan of was the ragu with rice cakes. My friend thought the sauce was oddly sour.

Cara Stock

09 Aug 2025

Made a reservation and was seated immediately upon arrival. Ambiance is super cute and intimate but not too dark or loud. Staff were really pleasant! Food was so tasty. We ordered the corn dumplings, oxtail spring rolls, haricot verts, and crab fried rice; the corn dumplings and oxtail spring rolls were phenomenal!!! This was enough for two of us to be full. Definitely will return again to try other menu items. All around a lovely and wonderful experience!

Susie Su

06 Aug 2025

Super cute restaurant with good small dishes for sharing between a few friends. Asian inspired. Everything was good but nothing really stood out, also their dessert probably could use more work.

Myrna Chen

17 Jul 2025

it’s been over a year since we visited but had to drop in and write a review because i still think about the corn dumplings! honestly, everything that we tried that night was absolutely delicious. portions are small (tapas style) so you may have to order multiples of one dish if you have a large group. however, it did allow us to try quite a few items. not including the alcohol, the below (for a group of six) averaged out to be about $55 a person. corn dumplings ($15) - the crowd favorite. we ended up getting four orders of this alone. adult-capri [lychee reach rich] ($14) - had to try this for the gram wagyu oxtail spring roll ($21) tartare ($16) yellowtail crudo ($17) noodle ($17) gumbo ($15) cauliflower ($17) rice with octopus ($19) scallop ($19) steak ($19)

Jenn Liu

02 Jul 2025

i’ve been to their sister restaurant and always wanted to try this place! was able to snag a dinner reservation and came here on a thursday night :). ordered their popular drinks - adult caprisuns, i rarely drink and the alcohol in it was really strong :(. wish i could have asked for more juice or adjusted the amount of alcohol in it. we ordered a bunch of their tapas - wagyu eggrolls, ribs, lobster, tuna tartare, etc. our fav was definitely the ribs and lobster rolls! def would come back here for the yummy ribs

Matt Auerbach

26 Jun 2025

If you like “small plate” style restaurants you’ll probably love this. Food is really good and atmosphere itself is a 5/5. Corn dumplings with Parmesan is unique and ribs were really good. Noodles were quite spicy! I’d probably pass on oxtail spring rolls they were alright. If you’re looking for a big meal I’d skip unless you want to order a ton!

Isabella Grandic

18 Jun 2025

Really lovely service, outdoor seating. Friendly staff. Tapas menu. Small-ish portions, abt ~$20 per plate. VERY garlicky. Way too much garlic flavour that lingered for me, had to take a bunch of mints! Espresso martini was fine. Very strong. A lot of volume.

J Cabrera

11 Jun 2025

Came in a group of 3 on a Sunday night which was perfect as there was no wait time. We ordered a total of 8 dishes which were shared and came out to $80 pp with tip included. This place is tapas style so each dish is meant to be shared. In my opinion there were some dishes like the Berkshire ribs and oxtail spring rolls that felt a bit underwhelming (they weren’t bad they were just ok).The rest of the dishes were yummy and the winner of the night was the lobster roll (we ordered it twice!). Overall it’s a good spot to try and have a bite. My rank goes: rice dish (had a tiny kick to it ) > lobster roll > dumpling > scallop > ribs > spring rolls

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