Sam Sunny

The menu was thoughtfully balanced, with highlights like the kimchi fried rice, expertly prepared with crispy, tender chicken katsu and a thin, crispy egg layer on a hot iron plate that added richness to the dish. The Tomahawk ‘Galbi’ was outstanding—tender, evenly cooked, and bursting with flavorful beef. While the beef noodle soup was decent, the noodles felt plain and might be better as just beef soup. The pear sorbet, the only dessert option, was a refreshing palate cleanser that ended the meal on a delightful note.

UPDATED ——————- Highly recommended ‘Spicy Chicken ‘Galbi’’. I’ve never had satisfied the 닭갈비 taste in America before. It such a real taste had them in Korea ——————————————————- I visited this restaurant on a friend's recommendation and ordered the Kimchi Fried Rice with Chicken Katsu, Fried Chicken, and Egg Souffle, along with the cocktails Departure and Sam Sunny Sour. All three dishes were delicious, but the chicken was so memorable that I'm still thinking about it a week later. It was perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy inside, even better than BBQ chicken—highly recommended! I've often found soju-based cocktails at Korean restaurants to be disappointing, but these two were among the best I've had anywhere. Considering most cocktails in New York are over $20, I found the prices here for both food and drinks to be reasonable. The lighting was ambient without being too bright, and the service was friendly. If you enjoy fusion Korean cuisine, I highly recommend this spot!

Good food and drinks, good service. I got the spicy chicken galbi, it was great. Not very spicy as the name suggests though. My girlfriend got the spicy braised beef but said it was too saucy. I thought she was being dramatic cause I do know Korean food tends to go heavy with the gochujang/sweet sauce but I’ll be real that bowl was legit a soup of sauce lol. Banchan was also a little lacking compared to what I’ve seen in similar spots in the city. Also try to get a table on the edges of the restaurant(or better yet a booth). They have a station in the middle of the restaurant (right outside the kitchen) where they handle drinks/dishes. Multiple times mid conversation was just interrupted by crashing of plates 😅. I know it’s not fine dining by any means but it still gets to you lol. Anyways pretty good overall, I’ll be back

The food was fine, but nothing special. The portions are on the larger side. The bancha were the best pose, though. The fried chicken with kimchi rice had a good texture but the sauce was too much. The pancake and the squid were both too soft. The waiters were friendly, and service was quick. The host however was too distracted and kept making mistakes with the bill. The ambiance is nice, dim lights and comfortable takes, but the music at dinner was too loud for conversation.

Sam Sunny Layout/atmosphere *Bar area (10 seats), booths in front; tables in back; intimate lighting Service *Attentive staff Food/drink *Pyongyang Mule (hwayo 41, freshly squeezed lime juice, ginger beer) - delicious; ginger really came through *Galbi Mandu (steamed beef dumplings/four pieces with soy sauce) - delicious *Egg Soufflé - Good; came out pulsating; fluffy *Kimchi Fried Rice with Chicken Katsu - Good; eggs added/prepared table side; sweet glaze on the katsu; heat from the kimchi; overall well executed

Went here for lunch during a trip to New York. Great food, nice ambiance, and fast service! The portion sizes are on the larger side so you won’t leave hungry. Service was extremely fast. Once we ordered the food was out in about 15 minutes. Everything tasted great!

Great tasting food. Good sized portions. Started off with the Korean fried chicken and then finished with the spicy pork bulgogi. Will certainly visit again.

had the pleasure of dining at Sam Sunny on Christmas Day before heading to the movies, and I must say, the experience was fantastic from start to finish. The staff ( Mike ) went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. They were incredibly knowledgeable about the menu, offering great recommendations and answering every question with a smile. Despite the holiday rush, the service was attentive, friendly, and efficient, making us feel genuinely welcomed and cared for. The food itself was outstanding—every dish was flavorful, well-prepared, and beautifully presented. It’s clear the kitchen takes pride in their craft, and it truly added to the festive atmosphere of the day. Dining here was the perfect way to kick off our Christmas celebration before showtime at the movies. I can’t recommend this place enough, and I’ll definitely be returning. Kudos to the team for making our holiday meal so memorable!