Korean gastropub off Herald Square
Barn Joo 35 is the 35th Street outpost of the Barn Joo group, a Korean-inspired gastropub a block north of Herald Square on the western edge of Koreatown. It trades in soju cocktails and a rotating spread of small-to-large plates, a reliable, well-priced option when the busier K-Town blocks a few streets over have a wait.
The draw is Korean bar food done well: crackling soy-garlic and spicy fried chicken wings, dumplings, and hot-stone rice bowls, served in a lively multi-level room. It gets loud and social on weekends, with music and the occasional DJ, and quiets down at weekday lunch and early evenings.
The Happy Hour
There is a happy hour every day, ending at 6pm, covering drinks alongside snacks like wings, oysters, and shrimp. The start time varies by source and specific dollar figures are not posted publicly, so confirm prices when you sit down. The real draw either way is the Korean fried chicken and a soju cocktail.
The Room
The space runs over more than one level, with a busier main floor and a cozier area upstairs. Expect a warm, energetic gastropub that can get genuinely loud on Friday and Saturday nights; reservations are worth it on weekends, and reserved guests get to spin a wheel for a small freebie.
Who Barn Joo 35 Is For
| Occasion | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| After-work drinks | A daily happy hour ending at 6pm makes it an easy post-work stop near Herald Square. |
| Group dinner | Shareable wings, dumplings, and rice bowls suit a table splitting plates. |
| Casual date | The upstairs is quieter and works better than the boisterous main floor for two. |
| K-Town overflow | When the core Koreatown blocks have long waits, this is a shorter walk with shorter lines. |
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Barn Joo 35 FAQ
Does Barn Joo 35 have a happy hour?
Yes, every day, ending at 6pm, with deals on drinks and snacks like wings, oysters, and shrimp; exact prices aren’t posted publicly.
Is this the same as the Union Square Barn Joo?
No. This is the separate 35th Street location at 34 West 35th Street; Barn Joo also has a Union Square location.
What should I order?
The Korean fried chicken wings (soy-garlic and spicy), dumplings, and soju cocktails are the standouts.
Is it loud?
It can be, especially Friday and Saturday nights when there’s music; the upstairs and weekday evenings are calmer.
Happy hour times and deals last verified June 2026. Details can change — confirm with Barn Joo 35 before visiting for a specific deal.