Pocha 32

Pocha 32 is a Korean Pub located in the epicenter of Koreatown, Manhattan, serves authentic Korean bar foods and drinks.

7 / 10
628
ratings
  • Phone

    (212) 279-1876

  • Website

    pocha32.com

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  • Type

    Korean Restaurant

Address

15 W 32nd St (btwn Broadway & 5th Ave) New York , NY 10001 United States

Reservations No
Credit Cards Yes (incl. American Express)
Outdoor Seating No
Dining Options Take-out, Delivery
Restroom Yes
Menus Dinner
Drinks Beer, Wine, Cocktails

Comments / 169


Keywords:

watermelon soju budae jigae spicy food good for groups budae jjigae casual pork trendy pancakes soup grungy casserole bar hot dogs stew dinner crowded chicken alcohol japchae
Susan S.

So delicious! The vibe was very casual and unassuming but the food was quite good. Their japchae was fantastic! Everything we ate was great. Grilled or in a boiling pot of soup is the way to go!

Karen

Get the budae jigae to share. If you like chicken gizzards , try the mild version (if you're not a big fan of spicy , even this level of spiciness will be too spicy for you).

Serious Eats

A favorite Koreatown spot with plenty of soju and beer to wash down the spicy food . Don't miss the budae jjigae ; one order is enough to serve three or four.

Fabian Martin

Come here for the watermelon soju . 40$ gets 3 people drunk and it’s rly delicious! Do expect to wait a lot tho

Simran Dass

Fantastic vibes and amazing food. Great to go with a bunch of friends because you can get the watermelon soju drinks which are awesome, and it’s tapas style . Would highly recommend!

Bommy

Likely to have a hefty wait but put your name down and they'll text you. Food is ok - korean street/bar food but decor and ambiance are fantastic. Best to come in a group.

Olga Garmata

Don't hesitate to order watermelon soju and pork belly stuffed squid ! Portions are huge (at least for me). Oh and the food is spicy ;) enjoy!

Christina Chin

The watermelon drink looks great. Small place, food is decent but priced like other ktown restaurants . Be wary of the tip they suggest on bill, they base it after tax total. No on visa, yes on amex.

Ben Huff

1. Order watermelon soju . 2. Order extra bottle or soju . 3. Drink a little then Pour extra bottle of soju in the watermelon . 4. Enjoy your drunk

Rudy Giron

Try the Squid stuffed with ground pork - This is some of the best Korean food I have ever had. If in NYC and you like Korean food , put this on your bucket list.

Sam H

The go-to spot for watermelon soju and some filling budaejigae. Order for the table and have it family style

Jinnie L

Watermelon soju is my fav ;) their messy decor is kinda cool. squid soondae , spicy mussel soup , n seafood pancakes r my go to menu with soju ;P

Jennifer Yu

The place to end the night (and maybe PTFO at the table?). Usually a wait though. Budae jigae and watermelon soju to share with the group.

Bee Williams

I had this amazing soup with a chewy noodle , forgot the name but it was super tasty! Also get the soju served in a watermelon !!

Bryant Balatbat

Budae-jjigae was weirdly delicious. Don't describe it to friends who are about to try it for the first time. Let them just have it. Don't get the watermelon soju .

Victor

They have melon soju too!

Jessica B.

The food is amazing, udon is delightfully chewy, spicy pork has amazing flavor. Watermelon soju is indeed tasty.

Tara Suan

Has a lot of charm in an army-tent-under-the-sea feel. No, that did not make sense, but you'll see. We got a seafood pancake and bulgogi , yummy.

MarMar Dar

Hands dwn ..Go 2place 4 sum fab Korean food . Ive been come'b here 4 the past few years n i take out of towners here. U wiill just b treated horribly if u Rn't Korean. TIP: have a Korean friend with u!

Albert Tong

Get the boodae jungol if you are adventurous in a group setting. Sounds weird but delicious!

Doris Hu

The squid stuffed with pork was amazing! Didn't care for the watermelon soju (very watered down).

Owen Herterich

Great little upstairs spot, sort of a mix between a bar and restaurant . Try the watermelon soju

Amy Y

Alison says: "If you decide to stop by Koreatown, this is a fun place; get the budae jigae (serves 3+) and watermelon soju "

Nancy He

Watermelon soju is a must. Order another bottle of soju to add to it cause it's not very strong. Good is pretty good, too.

Valentina S.

Well worth it just for the atmosphere! Love the fact that the walls are covered in a green net, just write a message on you chopstick paper and leave it there! :)

Susie Yin

Watermelon soju is obviously the thing to get, but best to get it in season, dukbokki and japchae are great too

Mike Sherman

Soju punches a great, be warned the pineapple is small. Squid soondae is excellent--squid stuffed with pulled pork !

Being Fatty

Watermelon soju !!!! And shrimp on salt and the crispy kimchee pancake

Connie Chiu

The Korean version of chicken and rice , as in a gathering of drunks at the end of a night to grub. Food is so good.

Gabriel Hayes

The most fun place in K Town . One of my favorite Korean restaurants in New York City .

Caroline Deng

Watermelon Soju is a must, along with bulgogi rice !

Adrienne Liu

Corn and cheese . Army stew . Japchae . Bring a bunch of friends after a night out to help you eat it all

Gabriel Hayes

The Squid Soondae (spuid filled with pork belly ) is a must have

Maryam Aly

Watermelon soju or you'll regret it. Also, the dried squid is a good snack .

Gabriel Hayes

Super funky environment. Love the atmosphere.

Julia Kwan

Watermelon soju & squid stuffed with pork belly 👍👍👍

Honghui Yu

Everyone who cones here gets the watermelon soju , and for good reason. Their stews are also quite good.

Nicholas McCray

The budae jigae and yogurt soju were incredible. Unless you have a medical condition which prevents you from drinking alcohol , for the love of whatever spiritual deity you follow, get the yogurt soju .

Saba Neko

Decent food, the watermelon/pineapple soju and the atmosphere is very fun! Good for a group

Helen

They request you give cash tip..So if I have no cash, I'm not going to tip. Service is the worst. But I can't stop coming here cuz their food is so damn good. The dduk boki and haemuhl pajun is a win

Leah

This place was fabulous. A little Korean hole-in-wall. Kinda small, but it has character. Great selection of food!

Joe Kiley

Get the pineapple and watermelon drinks. Incredibly unique and strong too!

Gabriel Hayes

Boodae Jungol (kimchi , spam, ramen carousel) is delcious

Mandar M

Ask your waiter about the watermelon special .. seriously

Mary P

Went upstairs, followed instructions to leave our name and wait downstairs. 20 minutes later after wondering how everyone who went upstairs never came back down turns out they were all seated. WTF.

Colin Lee

Chill place to hang out with friends at night. Serves food as well

Rebecca Alvarez

This place does the best army stew in al K-town. Get buddies together and share an order over drinks.

Michelle

Melona soju is just as amazing, if not better than the watermelon soju !

Nicolo Scala

It worth a visit. Try the bulgoki rice . If you love weird place, you will love this one!

Carlos

This place is just awesome to grab food and get drunk.

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