Dining / Opening brief
A new Korean dinner address on East 64th
Bon Ga brings Korean comfort food to the Upper East Side, with a small dining room east of First Avenue.
Bon Ga is a new Korean restaurant at 408 E. 64th St., between First and York avenues. The Infatuation listed it on Sept. 17, and Eater included it in its Sept. 23 openings roundup. Both describe a menu that includes bulgogi and seafood pancakes.
The address makes this a useful addition to an Upper East Side dinner list. It sits east of the neighborhood’s major shopping corridors, which suggests a different kind of evening: Choose dinner first, agree on a meeting time and let one table be the entire plan.
Before the opening, a restaurant representative told Patch that the layout would retain 10 indoor tables and a backyard dining area. That is a reason to check seating before arriving with a group, especially if the appeal is eating outside. A patio mentioned in an opening report is not a promise of a table in any weather.
For a first visit, our approach would be simple: Ask what the kitchen recommends, check portions before ordering several dishes to share and leave room to discover a favorite. The appeal of a neighborhood restaurant develops through repeat dinners, not the size of its opening announcement.
Current hours, prices and reservation arrangements were not independently confirmed for this brief. Check with the restaurant before making a dedicated trip. Bon Ga belongs on the new address list; deciding whether it becomes a regular is the enjoyable part.
Planning questions
Where is Bon Ga in New York City?
Bon Ga is at 408 E. 64th St. on the Upper East Side, between First and York avenues. The location is east of First Avenue, so use the street address rather than the neighborhood name alone when arranging a meeting.
What is on the Bon Ga menu?
The Infatuation and Eater report bulgogi and seafood pancakes. These are reported menu highlights, not a complete current menu. Confirm the restaurant’s latest offerings, prices and ingredients directly, especially if anyone in your party has an allergy.
Does Bon Ga take reservations?
We have not independently confirmed a reservation system or current seating policy. Contact the restaurant before planning a group dinner or a dedicated trip. The opening reports linked below establish the new address but do not guarantee availability.