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Esther Choi
About
Esther Choi, chef / owner of mŏkbar and mŏkbar Brooklyn, and soon mokbar Midtown, as well as chef / partner of Ms. Yoo, grew up cooking traditional Korean food with her Korean-native grandmother. Inspired by the old-aged techniques of her grandmother’s cooking, Chef Esther believes that food is the ultimate expression of a country’s culture. From its history and social customs, to its language, geography and arts, Chef Esther seeks to offer guests an understanding and appreciation of Korean food.Since the 2014 opening of her first venture, mŏkbar in Chelsea Market, Esther has been hailed as a “New Rising Chef” by Food Republic and in 2015 was named a “Zagat 30 under 30” NYC Culinary Rockstar.
Kitchens
Meals by Esther Choi are prepared fresh in small batches in local kitchens across the country.
How it works
Small batch meals crafted by top culinary talent. Delivered to your door each week.
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Let us know what you love to eat, then choose your meal plan –– from 4 to 16 meals per week.
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Heat and plate
Every meal comes with Chef heating instructions. Set the table, plate your meal, and savor the experience.
Repeat
Choose something new every week or stick with your staples. We'll be in the kitchen cooking up your next mouth-watering meal.
Esther Choi’s meal reviews
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4.3
Based on 100405 reviews
Korean Flank Steak Rice Bowl (Steak Doep Bap)
Meat was stringy and over cooked.
Michael Chapman · 10/11/25
Baked BBQ Chicken
I didn’t like anything about this.
Sherry Varner · 10/11/25
Baked BBQ Chicken
Love the flavor and sauce. Chicken seemed a little fatty, 0but overall, it's very good! Loved the potatoes! Will likely order again!
Carrie House · 10/11/25
Grilled Teriyaki Shrimp
YUM! Nice portion size & very filling. Tastes wonderful - will order again!
Carrie House · 10/11/25
Beef Bulgogi Pilaf
Tasted bland and beef was fatty...
Aaron Hutcheson · 10/11/25
Hamburg Steak with Mushroom Gravy
I had to add salt as it was bland. The rice could use a gravy or soy sauce or some flavor too. I
Nancy Kiyokawa · 10/10/25
Miso Sesame Salmon
Tell us more about it miso sauce extremely salty. Couldn’t finish it. Fish very dry.
Theresa Whitener · 10/10/25
Korean Beef Quesadilla
Too much prepping
Oscar Calvo · 10/10/25
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