Danji

Danji is a wee little restaurant on West 52nd Street, done up in whitewashed brick and blond Ikea stylings, naked bulbs, extension cords and a lot of wooden spoons artfully displayed. Customers at Danji will perch on stools along the bar or at high tables in the front of the room, or wedge into the few tables in the back. There are just 36 seats. It gets quite hot in the dining room, as at a crowded party in a small apartment.

Blocks of soft tofu here are quickly deep-fried and boldly dressed with gochujang and a ginger-scallion vinaigrette. Poached daikon rings accompanied by bok choy are glazed with a dark and spicy sauce and stacked high for a dramatic presentation. Vegetarian highlights include spicy, crispy dumplings filled with tofu, vegetables and cellophane noodles.

Address: 346 W 52nd St, New York, NY 10019

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