Other Cuisines

The UWS offers a diverse range of cuisines that cater to every palate. Here, we highlight two prominent cuisines: Korean and Caribbean, focusing on standout restaurants like Mokja, Chick Chick, and Tasca.

Korean Cuisine

Korean food on the UWS is exemplified by two exceptional restaurants:

• Mokja: Located on Amsterdam Avenue, Mokja offers a unique Korean dining experience with dishes like bibimbap, Korean fried chicken and spicy tofu stew. The restaurant is praised for its high-quality ingredients and attentive service, making it a go-to spot for Korean food enthusiasts who prefer not to venture into Koreatown.
• Chick Chick: Situated at 618 Amsterdam Avenue, Chick Chick is renowned for its modern take on Korean fried chicken. The restaurant’s signature fried chicken is double-fried to achieve a perfect crunch and is often glazed with sweet soy garlic or fiery gochujang sauce. Beyond fried chicken, Chick Chick offers a variety of Korean-inspired dishes, including kimchi fried rice and spicy rice cakes.

Caribbean Cuisine

For a taste of the Caribbean, Tasca is a standout choice on the UWS. Located at 505 Columbus Avenue, Tasca blends Spanish and Latin Caribbean cuisines, offering an elevated dining experience that combines traditional recipes with modern twists. The menu features dishes like mixed shellfish in seafood saffron broth and yuca fries.

The UWS’s culinary scene is not limited to these cuisines; it also includes a wide range of Middle Eastern, Malaysian, Ramen, Cuban and Middle Eastern to name a few. Whether you’re in the mood for spicy Korean kimchi or the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean, the Upper West Side has something to satisfy every craving.