South Korean kimbap chain Kim’s Kimbap has entered the U.S. market with its first location in Greenwich Village, Manhattan. The new spot marks the brand’s initial expansion beyond Asia.

Kim’s Kimbap is known for its handheld rice rolls with various fillings, a popular Korean street food. Details about the menu offerings and exact address in Greenwich Village have not been fully disclosed.

Expanding Korean Cuisine Presence

This opening contributes to the steadily growing Korean food scene in New York City. It joins other recent Korean-inspired openings and diversifies dining options in the historically vibrant Greenwich Village neighborhood.

Further information about Kim’s Kimbap’s U.S. plans and reception remains to be seen.

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