Ato, derived from the ancient Korean word for ‘gift,’ represents the innovative Korean cuisine crafted by Chef Junghyun Park and his wife, Ellia Park, using New York City as their stage. Atomix, the successor to their beloved first restaurant Atoboy, offers a multi-course tasting menu that showcases modern and traditional techniques, highlighting the essence of new Korean cuisine. Chef Junghyun Park, who also leads Atoboy, creates dishes starting with banchan and building them into surprising, creative plates (2 Stars — NY Times). Previously, he served as Chef de Cuisine at Jungsik in Tribeca, earning 2 Michelin stars during his tenure. Atomix, located in Manhattan’s NoMad neighborhood, is a two-Michelin-star fine dining restaurant featuring a minimalist bar and an intimate 14-seat chef’s counter. Guests enjoy a 12-course tasting menu that reimagines Korean cuisine with modern artistry and storytelling, accompanied by detailed cards explaining the ingredients and cultural inspirations. Recognized as North America’s best restaurant in 2025, Atomix blends technical mastery, Korean heritage, and New York sophistication to deliver a deeply personal and flavorful dining experience.