ZipPicks Awards
Best Korean in Greenpoint
Master Critic Review
Kimchee Market
8.2
Kimchee Market is a tiny Korean grocery and takeout counter where banchan, stews, and Korean tacos share fridge space with pantry staples. Greenpoint residents lean on it for weeknight kimchi jjigae, bibimbap, and bulk banchan to stock the fridge.
Must-Try Dishes:
Kimchi and pork stew, Kalbitang (beef short rib soup), Korean BBQ tacos
Scores:
Value: 8.7
Service: 7.8
Consistency: 8.7
Food Quality: 8.8
Atmosphere: 6.5
Cultural Relevance: 8.3
What makes it special: A compact Korean market that doubles as one of Greenpoint’s most reliable takeout counters.
Who should go: Home cooks and locals wanting banchan, stews, and pantry items.
When to visit: Late afternoon or early evening for the freshest hot trays.
What to order: Kimchi and pork stew, kalbitang, a mix-and-match banchan pack.
Insider tip: Add an extra container of kimchi or banchan to stretch into multiple meals.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only; generally manageable on side streets, but Manhattan Avenue spots tighten after 6pm.
Dress code: Casual—this is a market/takeout counter, so come as you are.
Noise level: Low—mostly grab-and-go with light grocery bustle; easy conversation if you linger at the counter.
Weekend wait: 5–15 minutes for hot food; may wait longer if prepping stews or bibimbap to order.
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait—quick in-and-out for banchan and prepared trays.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—several banchan and veggie-forward dishes (tofu, pickles, veggie bibimbap components).
Vegan options: Limited—some banchan qualify, but hot entrées often contain fish sauce or meat bases.
Gluten-free options: Partial—rice bowls, stews, and select banchan can work, but cross-contact is likely; confirm item by item.
Best For
Better for: Stocking your fridge with banchan, grabbing weeknight stews, and finding Korean pantry items you won’t get at larger grocers.
Skip if: You want full-service dining, cocktails, or lingering table space—look to nearby Korean sit-down restaurants instead.