In New York, Brooklyn is not quite at the level of Flushing or Palisades Park, where you can hear Korean spoken on the streets.

So, you might wonder, "Are there any Korean businesses in Brooklyn?" But if you take a closer look, you'll find a surprisingly diverse range of Korean establishments.

In the past, if you wanted to eat Korean food, you often had to go to Koreatown on 32nd Street in Manhattan or all the way to Queens. However, these days, the situation has changed significantly.

In areas like Sunset Park and Park Slope, as well as Williamsburg, Korean-style chicken shops, tofu specialty restaurants, and bibimbap places have started to pop up.

Especially as young Americans become more familiar with Korean cuisine, a significant number of customers at these restaurants are non-Korean.

It's remarkable how times have changed; people who once disliked the smell of kimchi are now seeking out kimchi fried rice.

Korean barbecue restaurants have become a dining culture for Americans.

The fun of grilling your own meat and the communal dining experience make it appealing.

Galbi, bulgogi, and samgyeopsal are now well-known even to those who are not familiar with Korean food.

Korean fried chicken is also quite popular. Its crispy texture and various sauces have made it a favorite among young Americans.

Dishes like sundubu jjigae, bibimbap, and kimchi fried rice have gained popularity due to their healthy image.

The influence of the Korean Wave cannot be overlooked. With K-pop, Korean dramas, and Korean films gaining global popularity, interest in Korean food has naturally increased. Many people want to try the chicken or tteokbokki they saw in dramas, leading them to Korean restaurants.

As a result, today's popular Korean restaurants in New York often see not just Korean customers but also Americans, Europeans, South Americans, and Asians dining together. Korean food is no longer just for immigrants; it is becoming one of the global cuisines that represent New York.

Another essential business type in Brooklyn is nail salons. When discussing the Korean economy in New York, the nail industry cannot be overlooked, and Brooklyn is no exception.

If you visit areas like Williamsburg or DUMBO, which have a lot of young people, you'll find many nail shops run by Koreans. While the prices are not low, the quality of service is good, so they have many loyal customers.

Dry cleaning services are still a representative business for Koreans. While it may not be glamorous, it is one of the businesses that consistently generates income.

Looking at the dry cleaning establishments scattered throughout Brooklyn, many are still operated by Koreans. Although they are affected by the economy, they are essential services that are unlikely to disappear completely.

The real estate sector is also interesting. Brooklyn's housing prices have risen significantly over the past decade. As a result, there are quite a few Korean real estate agents targeting Korean investors and new immigrants. Many prefer to receive explanations in Korean.

Insurance, accounting, tax, and legal services are similar. Although they may not be large, they consistently secure clients based on the Korean network.

Recently, the most noticeable change is the emergence of new types of businesses run by 1.5 and 2nd generation Koreans. While the previous Korean business landscape focused on survival-type businesses, it is now moving towards creating brands. Korean-style hot dogs, croffles, dessert cafes, and Korean bakeries are representative examples. Interestingly, most customers at these shops are not Korean; young Americans often show more enthusiasm.

Ultimately, Brooklyn's Korean businesses seem to be more impressive in terms of the speed of change rather than scale. While it may not be as large as the massive Koreatown in Queens, young entrepreneurs promoting Korean culture and food continue to emerge, and traditional nail salons, dry cleaning, and real estate businesses still support the local economy.

Therefore, it may not be an exaggeration to say that Brooklyn is a neighborhood that showcases the future of Korean businesses rather than just their present.

These days, one of the trendiest areas in New York is Brooklyn, where Korean entrepreneurs are expanding their presence in their own unique ways.