Korean restaurant offering a casual take on refined Asian fusion cuisine. Franchia Decor is traditional Korean architecture that contrasts with elements of modernism. Dishes may include spicy duck salad, ramen with tonkatsu, sizzling bulgogi plate, and a large selection of sushi. Sister-restaurant to the venerable Hangawi vegan restaurant. Open Mon-Thu 12:00pm-9:00pm, Fri-Sat 12:00pm-9:30pm, Sun 12:00pm-9:00pm.
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12 Park Ave (at Midtown Manhattan), New York City, New York, USA, 10016
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Featured Review
CelianRaimbault
Points +188
Best Vegan Restaurant! - Edit
One of the best vegan restaurant I tried so far! Both the presentation and the taste were amazing. I strongly recommend
Read morePros: Taste, Presentation, Originality
INTJ_mara
I loooove Franchia. What’s the dish in the first pic?
Read moreLidekouRashikpkps
Nice dishes
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297 Reviews
First Review by Poundie
JulijaK
Points +116
Reaaaaally nice Korean food, but expensive - Edit
Because of the many options, it was very hard to decide.
Read moreWe had the Philadelphia Roll (not on the pics), Chefs choice Roll, Sweet BBQ pork bun and pancake combo. The kimchi pancakes were labelled spicy, but really are not!
We liked everything, the least the Chefs choice Roll. The sizes were as expected, but for lunch fine. Really nice staff, and nice atmosphere. Highly recommended (but pricy).
Pros: Taste, Quality, Choice
Cons: Expensive as lunch , Sizes a little small
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ashleycrowder
Points +344
Wonderful food - Edit
I have been to Franchia a few times and it never disappoints! Food is so tasty and portions are good, prices are moderate ($23-26 average per main dish) and totally worth it.
Read moreINTJ_mara
I love Franchia 🖤
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vkb007
Points +359
Gem in little korea - Edit
It is great to have a vegan Korean restaurant in little Korea of New York, amidst dozens of other Korean restaurants there. Nice atmosphere. Good service. Great food. Cannot go wrong here. I like their sizzling dishes. Don't miss the hot citron tea.
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theokaforceawakens
Points +98
So Tasty! - Edit
this place has been around for decades yet somehow it feels under the radar. It is a MUST VISIT whenever I am in the city. The menu is massive! Stand outs for me are the dumplings, salads, and the curry chicken stone bowl. The Sushi is incredible too. It's a really unique setting, more like a temple than a restaurant. I cannot wait to go back
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Seatown_vegan
Points +8745
Excellent stone bowls - Edit
Came here on lunch and ordered the duck stone bowl. The bowl came out sizzling and had some crunchy rice on the bottom. One of the better stone bowls I’ve had. Definitely check this place out.
Read moreINTJ_mara
I love Franchia 🖤
Read moreSeatown_vegan
It was so good!
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wanderinggabs
Points +198
Delicious variety - Edit
Great variety, the food is delicious, and it’s such a lovely atmosphere. Be sure to look up at the ceiling! Well worth the hike from the West Side.
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NaomiHoffer
Points +84
Beautiful experience - Edit
I had the drunken noodles and soup of the day. Both were flavorful and authentic. The atmosphere was elegant and relaxing. Everything seemed full of quality and care. Friendly waitstaff. Excellent service. I want to come back and try everything on the menu. Also have a full gluten-free menu.
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dahianitalanzas
Points +21
Impressive surprise - Edit
Everything from this restaurant was amazing. Yesterday we tried two types of sushi, dumplings and dim sums and we are thinking of having lunch here too today. My girlfriend thought for a second that the substitute of the salmon was actually fish. That’s how good it was. The service was great, the place was cozy but elegant and we had a great time. You should try it, you will not regret it.
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Roseplant
Points +77
Incredible Date Tea - Edit
Amazing menu, so much choice! Both the homemade Kimchi and the date tea are incredible!
Read morePros: Atmosphere , Range of options, Quality of food
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AnitaDollar
Points +5205
Not too impressed - Edit
Seating is a bit dark and what I ordered was not so flavorful - I will try to come back again!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-09-20
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asoder
Points +20
Great place! - Edit
The bibimpop was outstanding. Great service.
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VeganAround
Points +240
Lovely setting - excellent food - Edit
Franchia delivers on taste, quality, service, and setting. I never know what to order as the entire menu offers so many delights, but the porridges and pancakes are must-haves!
Read morePros: Wide selection , Taste and quality , Service
Cons: Can be cold in winter by the door
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snys911
Points +122
GO HERE - Edit
Amazing vegan food, particularly the sushi! The volcano roll was soo good. Reminiscent of when I used to (pre-vegan) have spicy tuna avocado rolls. Simply Amazing! Would absolutely go back!
Read morePros: Amazing food, Great service , Phenomenal sushi
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JandisBoy
Points +61
Good for a quick bite or a romantic outing - Edit
The two gentleman were so kind and accommodating to us. The ambience was inviting too. Actually everything on the menu looked amazing with unique teas, Korean pancakes, and 'duck baos'. We got the Malaysian fried rice, Date tea and plum tea (which i highly recommend) and the Korean pancakes. I hope you find this little gem in Midtown Manhattan.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-01-06
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Vég🌱Joh
Points +24
Excellent - Edit
Du buns au gâteau au chocolat.
Read moreTout était parfait. Contente d'avoir trouvé ce restaurant à New York. #Veganuary
Updated from previous review on 2025-01-05
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TRothbell
Points +38
Favorite Vegan Sushi - Edit
This is my favorite restaurant for vegan sushi! Their other dishes are very good too, particularly the jjajangmyeon. This is a good place to go when you are looking for a casual meal in a comfortable setting. The décor is very nice as well.
Read morePros: best vegan sushi in the city, beautiful ceiling, great vegan versions of Korean food
Cons: a little on the pricier side, but typical for NYC, some may not feel comfortable dining solo here
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unruly_traveller
Points +540
One of my favorite spots in NYC! - Edit
I’ve been coming to NYC for years now but this is at the top of my list. Not only did I have the best cup of tea of my life (seriously) but the food was filling, full of flavor, and hearty.
Read moreMust try: the green plum tea! I split a cup with a friend and am already craving it again. It has flavor like I’ve never tasted before.
Service was great, the atmosphere was cozy, and I got a noodle ish soup with tofu, tofu skin, vegan meat, and coconut broth. 11/10!! #Veganuary
Updated from previous review on 2025-01-02
Pros: Best tea ever, Cozy atmosphere , Incredible food
Cons: None!
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BrightonMD
Points +1376
Absolutely Superb - Edit
This is my third time eating at Franchia. Each time the experience has been simply outstanding. The food is prepared to perfection.
Read moreFor New Year’s Eve we started with the black sesame porridge, which is a slightly sweet black soup with a thick consistency. The subtle sesame flavoring was delicious. The porridge was followed by a rainbow roll and steamed kimchi dumplings, both of which were outstanding. The scallion pancakes were loaded with vegetables and was significantly more tasteful than your normal scallion pancakes. 
For the main course, we ordered the spicy Franchia noodles and the sizzling Bulgogi, the ladder made with Seitan, vegetables and myriad mushrooms. #Veganuary
Updated from previous review on 2025-01-01
Pros: Consistently superb food
Cons: None
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thesimplevegan
Points +205
Extensive menu and gorgeous venue - Edit
From curry to bibimbap and other Asian staples make up this thiiiiiick menu. Great place to go with family, friends or colleagues, it has something for everyone! The tea is delicious.
Read morePros: Venue , Drinks
villain
Why 3 stars
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INTJ_mara
Points +746
Great place! - Edit
I’ve been to Franchia countless times over the years. It is a place that you’re not ashamed to bring your non-vegan friends to - the ambience is awesome and the food is good. I’ve brought several non-vegan friends here and they liked it a lot. The menu has quite a lot of variety - from a gluten-free section to sushi, noodles, bibimbap and other rice dishes, mock meats and veggie dishes, plenty of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, tea and desserts. I eat mostly WFPB and sos-free, and the dishes here are never exceedingly salty or oily like at many other restaurants.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-10-24
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Lauramarie717
Points +22
Great choices - Edit
We loved the scallion pancakes and spicy cauliflower. Lots of tofu dishes as well as plant-based “chicken” and other protein sources.
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theiv
Points +35
Underwhelming - Edit
Sadly was underwhelmed by the flavors/taste of the various dishes that we ordered. Really wanted to love it, but did not meet our expectations. Staff was friendly and service was good, but food fell short.
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billbritten
Points +72
Terrific - Edit
Delicious, food, charming staff, very reasonable prices
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PaulinaWG
Points +278
A big disappoitment - Edit
The taste of the dishes, the waiting time, and the temperature in the venue were not ok
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sarasu
Points +152
Yummy vegan Korean - Edit
Lovely textures and flavours - combining crispy and creamy and we topped it all up with a date tea! Would definitely recommend for a date night
Read morePros: Friendly staff, Tasty, Nice decor and atmosphere
Cons: A bit pricey
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AthLifer
Points +459
Big Fan. My non-vegan friend loved it. - Edit
Lots of great options to choose from, some standard and some unique. The variety with the lunch special is my favorite.
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sixfootredhead
Points +22
Yummy food would go back! - Edit
Delicious vegan Korean and Asian options. The spicy tuna roll was a highlight and the hot stone dishes were great. Huge menu - all looked so good we would have happily tried everything!
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