Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 9:00 PM - 2:00 AM · Hellbender, Bushwick, New York City
Chef Daniel Lee, who ran the Gangjin pop-up while butchering at Okonomi Market, presents seafood-focused collaborative dishes alongside Hellbender's regular dinner menu. The menu blends French, Mexican, Japanese, and Korean influences.
A taxidermied jaguar in the corner sets the tone immediately: loud, chaotic, and fun. The bar leans heavily into agave spirits, pitcher margaritas, spicy mezcal cocktails, and brunch bloody marias strong enough to reset your afternoon, while the kitchen backs it all up with fried Oaxacan cheese and habanero-pineapple butter prawns. The room gets crowded fast and stays that way for a reason.
Charred spring onion and guacachile salsa — the most confident plate on the menu.
Habanero pineapple butter over whole head-on prawns — tropical heat with real sweetness.
Crispy shell, stretchy interior — like a mozzarella stick that went to Mexico.