ZipPicks Awards
Best Korean in Prospect Heights & Clinton Hill
Master Critic Review
Yori Box
7.8
A Fort Greene fast-casual box shop built around rice bowls and crisp fried chicken with sauce options that stay firmly in the Korean comfort lane. The move is treating it like a tight set—one signature box, one side, and you’re out with a balanced, satisfying meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Oxford Box (bulgogi), Korean fried chicken (boneless or wings), Waffle fries with kimchi
Scores:
Value: 7.9
Service: 7.5
Consistency: 7.7
Food Quality: 8
Atmosphere: 6.6
Cultural Relevance: 7.6
What makes it special: Korean rice-box comfort with a fried-chicken centerpiece and smart sauces.
Who should go: Quick lunch and dinner walkers
When to visit: Weekday lunch for fastest turnaround
What to order: Oxford Box bulgogi, wings, waffle fries with kimchi
Insider tip: Go box + side; skip a second main unless sharing.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only; limited and competitive in the evenings, easier midday. No valet.
Dress code: Casual — jeans, sneakers, and everyday wear fit right in.
Noise level: Moderate — counter-service bustle, but you can still hold a normal conversation.
Weekend wait: 10–20 minutes at peak times, often faster for takeout.
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait or under 5 minutes.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — vegetable-based rice boxes and sides are available.
Vegan options: Limited — possible with veggie bases and sauce choices, but fried items and many sauces include animal products.
Gluten-free options: Limited — rice bowls work, but sauces and fried items may contain gluten.
Best For
Better for: Fast, satisfying Korean comfort bowls and fried chicken when you want speed, value, and consistency.
Skip if: You’re looking for a full Korean BBQ experience, extended sit-down dining, or a destination date-night atmosphere.