Momofuku Ssäm Bar
(Now Closed)Asian Restaurant and American Restaurant$$$$
East Village, New York
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Time Out New YorkDecember 16, 2014This crown jewel of the East Village is very popular for their extensive menu of delicious variety. Try the infamous Korean bo ssäm (pork shoulder lettuce wraps) for which the place is named. Read more
Exotic and delicious Brunch. Smoked salmon on an everything bun with horseradish cream and egg, the Momofuku ssam (a pork shoulder filled Asian burrito), and the perfectly salty country ham Benedict.
harryhJune 16, 2018Any of David Chang's restaurants are great, but this one is his canonical form. Nominally Korean food, but with all kinds of innovative twists.
Zack KinslowJuly 8, 2016Bo ssam is very good. Can't go wrong with a giant hunk of fall-off-the-bone pork, lettuce wraps and all the fixin's -- plus endless oyster shots for good measure. Highly recommend for a group of 8.
you've come to the right place. pork buns and rice cakes are the classics and you can't go wrong with anything else. put your name down and get a gin + juice next door at Booker and Dax while you wait- EaterJanuary 7, 2014The team recently introduced a brunch menu. Classics like the apples with kimchi, spicy pork sausage with rice cakes, pork buns, and bo ssam are still available. [Eater 38 Member]
Elizabeth BursteinOctober 29, 2018Brisket and lettuce with horseradish so good! 40/person for a large group, loved the passionfruit cake not too sweet. Pork buns have too thick of meat cuts
- The whole rotisserie duck ssam with chive pancakes and about 8 different sauces makes an amazing group lunch during the week. Read more
Nina WyattAugust 29, 2016Seriously amazing food!! However, dessert so incredible try the sesame, rice cracker, ice cream amazing 😍
Ankit AggarwalMay 19, 2013Amazing food (get the spicy pork sausage and rice cakes!) and equally spot on customer service: I asked for a sauce spicier than Ssam sauce and the chef MADE one for me. Now my fave spot in the EV.
TripExpertMay 14, 2015"They’ve got a variety of bun offerings now...smoked salmon with horseradish and eggs, buffalo buns, duck buns, brisket buns, and fried chicken buns. Order all of them." -The Infatuation on TripExpert Read more
One of my top 5 restaurants in NYC. The menu changes seasonally, but you can't got wrong with the rice cakes, country ham, pork buns to start. Everything seasonal is delicious as well.
L. S.April 27, 2017David Chang impresses again. You can almost make a meal out of just the appetizers (best pork buns in the city??) and it only gets better from there. Did I mention the pork buns??
Tony XerriDecember 14, 2012You genuinely can't go wrong with anything here. It's all delicious. Seriously. BUT, you must always get the lemon meringue pie with the pistachio crust for desert. Trust me on this one, life changer.- JwowFebruary 27, 2015Whole rotisserie duck dinner is a NYC must. You have to make a reservation 30 days in advance, which is well worth it. Now, go grab 5 friends and make a reservation ASAP!
Morgan McKeeApril 16, 2018Had too many margs but the tapas were so good! Order the off menu pork buns and whole fish and leave a happy human. Flavors so well developed and food portions plentiful!
Emily WilsonNovember 20, 2016They always have pork buns, but you likely won't see them on the menu. Get an order, you know you want 'em. Other highlights: gem lettuce w/ bacon-ranch & smoked yolk, spicy pork sausage & rice cakes.
GQ MagazineSeptember 22, 2015Pro-tip: The weekend lunch menu (think shrimp gorditas and fried duck dumplings) is one of the best brunch alternatives in Manhattan and it’s served during one of the easiest time to catch a table.
Village VoiceAugust 15, 2014One section of the menu is devoted to delicious things to wrap up in lettuce--grilled pork belly, lemongrass pork sausage or an entire braised pork butt, served with kimchi and a dozen oysters Read more
BiancaJune 19, 2018I loved this place and their food! The new menu (mainly fish & vegetables) is great but also the classics should be tried (like the pork buns). Had an awesome cocktail with sake.- James MarshallOctober 21, 2015Has been my death row meal for a few years now. Pork buns, a seasonal appetizer, and the crispy rice cakes with spicy pork and Chinese broccoli. Great Korean flavor profile, updated perfectly. Love it
Duck Over Rice with the Chive Pancake is the obvious choice, but chicken or pork ssam are great if you want to mix it up.
Theresa MJuly 10, 2017buns were great! glad I listened to everyone else review...the other popular dish with the spicy pork sausage was just ok. It was good but no WOW factor. The duck looked amazing,must go back for that!
Kristin BApril 30, 2014Now serving brunch sat–sun/11:30 am–3:30pm NY Eater- The menu has pork jowl tacos, smoked salmon buns, and Benton's ham steak with eggs, plus Ssam Bar classics like the kimchi apples and pork buns.
Hannah NicdaoAugust 24, 2018Pork buns are off menu but still available - order yourself about 500 because they’re AMAZING
Sandy CSeptember 29, 2014I'm still thinking about last nite's dinner... The best meal I've had in along time - and for just $43. The pork bun with blue cheese is delicious. Rice cake with sausage. Wash it down w/ tiger beer
Tim DengJuly 19, 2018Got the skate in banana leaf here. Absolutely incredible. A little pricey but well worth it
Lori LuoAugust 10, 2014Get a group of 6-10 friends together to do the Bo Ssam feast. The pork shoulder is tender, and even better when paired with rice and a lettuce leaf.
- Start with the understated "Bread and butter". Then move on to the spicy sausage + rice cakes are both fantastic. Oysters are a given.
Ms HeleneApril 8, 2013Seasonal dessert special: Pancakes, raspberry jam, crispy bacon and black pepper butter sauce. Only for the curious as very heavy but interesting!
Phil KenchJanuary 3, 2015Have regular *and* barbecue pork buns, quite different and heaven. Waiting team very knowledgeable about the wine list. Everything we ordered was great.
Wolfgang Wopperer-BeholzSeptember 22, 2014The culinary diversity is as stunning as the quality - from lightly grilled scallops to rich, spicey pork bowls everything is absolutely delicious. A must: the steamed buns with pork belly.
EvanApril 5, 2013The pickle plate is the most epic, beautiful selection of vegetables. Get it to go with the rice cakes with spicy pork sausage and (of course) pork buns. Cap off the meal with a drink at Booker & Dax.
The duck and pork ssams are obviously awesome but if you're here with a smaller party, try the spicy rice cakes and the pork rolls.
Margarita KrupOctober 21, 2014Everything was amazing!! Kimchi, buffalo pork buns, chawanmushi, x.o. roasted skate and garlic roasted qual. Coming back for the whole duck for sure. Great manhattans. Sit at the bar.
Greg GreeneAugust 16, 2014The bo ssäm: pounds and pounds of pure, tender porky deliciousness. Make a point to reserve in advance for it — it's well worth the trouble.
Thomas KnüwerMay 29, 2016Outstanding Korean fusion food by David Chang. If you're not a group it's no problem to get seats for lunch.
NYC KennedyApril 2, 2013Spicy sausage & rice cakes are delicious!! And SUPER spicy. It's a must order... But have a great bottle of wine and a full glass of water at the ready.
Cocktails are just fantastic. Their margarita blew my mind. Every dish was spectacular, but my favorite had to be the spicy pork with rice cakes. Could have eaten two of them.
Julia SandlerSeptember 1, 2016Probably my most memorable meal from the NYC trip. The steamed buns were exceptional, as was the sesame ice cream dessert!
AmateurConciergeNovember 21, 2016New menu reboot is a bit more adventurous than dishes of yore. The gem salad and Brussels sprouts are delicious if you're looking for something lighter.- Village VoiceJune 3, 2013Though it's turned a lot towards duck, old favorites like fatty pork buns smeared with hoisin and the whole pork shoulder mobbed with raw oysters remain. And did we mention the desserts?
Daniel BouludJuly 30, 2014The best pork buns in all of New York from my friend David Chang. They have wonderful seafood and spicy dishes as well.
Ralph BautistaMay 17, 2016This is the spot I chose to splurge at first. $360 for the large party 88oz 64 day dry aged ribeye. or... is I 64oz 88 day dry aged ribeye. either way it was worth it.
Travel + LeisureJuly 30, 2012Ssäm Bar best exemplifies Dave Chang’s deliciousness-without-borders style of menu eclecticism: kimchi salad with apples, bacon, and maple labneh; a whole pork butt to be shared with friends.- Village VoiceAugust 15, 2014The lunch specials, like bibimbap with shredded Berkshire pork and kimchi purée or bahn mi sandwiches, are a good deal, and come with the house-made pickles. Read more
Jacob RosenbergAugust 7, 2015Large format meals are the best: duck or pork shoulder. Bring a crowd and your appetite. Buns also a killer option. Don't forget Milk Bar truffles afterwards.
Daniele PieroniJanuary 30, 2016Well, if you love meat you should try to reserve the special dry aged RibEye. Excellent meat and great side plates.
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- Mon–Thu
- 11:30 AM–11:30 PM
- Fri–Sun
- 11:30 AM–12:30 AM
(212) 254-3500
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