This might be the first Korean restaurant I've ever been to and I was very impressed with the food…read moreand the service. The waiters were super sweet and attentive and the food was delicious. I especially loved the cucumber kimchi and potato side dishes and was very appreciative of the free refills. If all Korean restaurants are all this good I need to try more asap!

Service was phenomenal The seafood pancake was $26 and had…read moreno seafood at all so it was a bit pricey imo The beef rib was good and flavors were there

Finally made it to Paju and it absolutely lived up to the hype. Every dish was creative,…read morebeautifully presented, and packed with flavor. The squid ink fried rice topped with quail egg was rich and unforgettable, the roasted octopus was perfectly tender, and the yellowtail sashimi was incredibly fresh. The ox tail tacos were one of the most unique bites of the night, and the deboned branzino was cooked flawlessly. Amazing atmosphere, incredible attention to detail, and one of the best Korean dining experiences we've had in Seattle. Already looking forward to going back.

Was on the last night of a work trip, and was initially thinking I was solo. So was not looking to…read moreeat trash. I looked up Paju before in South Lake Union nearby my hotel, and was excited to try it. Ended up finding a partner in crime anyway, and headed over close to closing time. Place is dark and modern, although I appreciate the wood oven being front and center. Owner was a little awkward given the timing, however she warmed up to us pretty quick when she said she was going to be in/out as we promised, and did appreciate the food itself. Got the sesame negroni, which was a unique and untraditional way to approach this cocktail. The sesame made it very different, and it remained as strong as I liked. The bugak (almost like a Korean taco with oxtail) was awesome. They were kind of just 2 bites of food each, however what was there exploded with flavor. I could've eaten 5 of these. NY strip was just ok. Didn't get any dry aged flavor from it at all. Not enough seasoning either. Bachan with it--brussel sprouts, kimchi--were tasty though, and the Paju fried rice was awesome. I wish they could put some beef/fish with that and call it a day. One of my favorite fried rice preparation I've had, but hey, I'm a sucker for squid ink. Would definitely come back here next time I'm in Seattle. Next time would sub the steak for the seafood jeon or branzino, however really nice meal otherwise. Compared favorably to other elevated Asian cuisine I've had (Joule in Seattle, Goosefeather in Tarrytown NY, Danji in NYC).

The service was amazing. Very kind and made sure everything was cooked to our liking. They take an…read moreautomatic 20% gratuity, and it is well deserved. The waiters are cooking the meat and also bring extra side dishes whenever you run low. The meat was also very good. We got the finest feast. My only complaint was that it was a little fatty. The side dishes imo were average compared to other Korean restaurants. The kimchi was a little too fermented. They do offer free cabbage on the side to make wraps. The ssamjang was very good too! For two people, they give lots of food and very good quality. The ambience is nice. High-end pocha ambience, and they play modern music. Loved the lighting they had.

Our servers were great, the vibes in the restaurant are date night/special occasion worthy and the…read morequality of the meat was nice. If 4.5 was an option we would give it that for a couple reasons, specifically around the quantity of meat for restaurant week. It listed (3) or (6) on the options, but we ended up getting 2 pieces of meat per option and 1 for the dessert cut totaling to 184 with auto gratuity of 20%. Overall, it was a great experience and the banchan/quality of the meats were a treat. My girlfriend also was a big fan of the Lychee Taiwan beer. Would recommend checking it out for a special occasion or during restaurant week.

Ella was amazing! We had a big party and she made the whole dinner seamless. Food was delicious as…read morewell. Thank you again!

Unbelievable. Every single thing we had, was one of the most delicious things we've ever tasted…read more Chicken wings.... pfffft.... crunchy and tender. Hands down the best wings I've ever had. Short rib.... crazy good, if I had enough, I would eat this until I became physically ill, and would still enjoy it thoroughly Cod... broth and fish were delicious, plenty of food, cannot say enough good about it Genger creme brulee & ice cream.... the icing on the cake if you will, so creamy good, the ginger was so subtle and melted with the caramel flavor & ice cream perfectly.

This was me and my family's first time trying Daeho after hearing about it and the whole experience…read morewas fantastic! The food and service were amazing. Our server Collin gave us suggestions on what to add in our kalbijjim along with recommendations on appetizers and other dishes to try. He was welcoming and very attentive. Would definitely come again!

5 Stars. Service…read morePromptness Kalbi Tang Thats it. Well, the Suyuk is a very solid choice also and so it Bibimbaps. The crowds are less heavy now and yelp joining the waitlist is super convenient. Although today's waitlist join said it would take 16-33min to be seated, I got the text that table was ready within 3 minutes. We were still en route and made it within 15 minutes but were removed from the waitlist because we didn't answer the 3 minute call. Nonetheless, we only waited 10min for another table. The dining area that is nearest to reception can get "cold" particularly the corner, we sat there once and your elders will not like it. Today we got seated there again and decided to wait for the other side where the AC wasn't full blast. Its all chill. Friendly, accommodating staff. The food comes fast, like Din Tai Fung. The cost too, is like DTF. Overall, its good, but not worth the higher cost, but the service and cleanliness make it a combined 5 Star. The Kalbi Tang is the star, a must get every single visit.

Visited here very hungry after bouldering for a couple hours. They keep it nice and warm in here…read morewhich I loved (I noticed a lot of Seattle restaurants don't turn on heating :')). It is set up like a cute korean style bar with small round tables which make sharing easier. They have a pretty good selection on their menu and we ordered a couple of items to share. The Rose Ttoekbokki with cheese was very yummy, but it kinda tasted like pasta with rice cakes instead of spaghetti. I think that is the point of this dish, so if you want a more traditional spicy flavor then get the other ttoekbokki option (spicy rice cakes). We still loved this one and the rice cakes were so chewy and delicious. The cheese corn was very yummy and exactly what you would expect. It pairs perfectly with the other dishes. My friends also shared the Seafood ramen and Beef bulgogi. They liked both dishes. One of our favorite things were the side dishes actually! The tofu was so yummy, and the bean sprouts were so crunchy and well seasoned. We even asked for extra! The only aspect that makes it difficult to come more often is the price point. Since the dishes are so big and shareable, it is easy to split amongst a group, but it is a little less affordable to come here for dinner and drinks.

A cozy little Korean bar! There aren't that many tables, but I enjoyed this vibe. Service was quite…read morefast on Saturday evening. We ordered: -Fish cake soup: pretty good, the soup had a good depth in flavor and I liked the variety in fish cake. Perfect for a rainy day. -Tteokbokki: was a bit spicy and the rice cake was chewy and cooked well. I've had better sauce though. -kimchi pancake: wasn't our favorite. Was a bit too thick and had too much batter - I like these to be more crispy and thin. Overall, a fun place for a casual Korean bar food.

Great vibes and great food!! Got the Korean fried chicken and their soy garlic flavor was pretty…read moregood. Good taste and it had a good crunch to it. My only complaint is that I wish it came with rice and/or more banchan. There was only one server/cashier so please give them some grace. A lot of seating and they play a lot of kpop hits.

Dinner in Seattle, Washington…read more.. Since we were in Chinatown and had free street parking on a Sunday, my niece and I looked around for our next meal. She said she saw a Korean restaurant next to where we parked our car. She was right! Gangnam Seattle was a cozy, calm shop. Service was efficient and polite! I got the Bulgogi and rice meal while my niece got the dumpling soup (with mochi). The portions were so generous that I took my leftovers to my niece's apartment. She had it for lunch the next day! Delicious! We were happy to not have to cook our own meal! LOL!

I'm a firm believer that the smaller the menu, the better the outcome. JangAn Sullangtang is a…read moreperfect case study here: hyper-focused on their namesake ox bone broth, with a few limited sides. I went with the brisket option. JangAn puts diners in the driver's seat, meaning that seasoning your soup is up to you and your own preferences. This might sound intimidating, but every table has a guide printed out, and the servers proactively offered to guide me as they brought out my roiling bowl. This method of seasoning complements the beauty of seolleongtang, which seems to deepen as you eat it. Warmth, seasoning, and time gradually coaxes more richness from the bowl, so take your time and enjoy the process. One special shout out for the banchan. You'll get both Kimchi and Kkakdugi (raddish) with your meal, and both can be refilled freely. I think you'll want to, because it was among the best I've ever had. They sell it to-go as well, and you can bet I took advantage. Overall 5/5

Came here for dinner around 7:30pm and didn't have to wait long, which was nice. We ordered the…read moreBrisket Sullungtang with wheat flour noodles and the food came out pretty quickly. Everything was really delicious! The soup was rich and comforting. The side dishes were also great and paired really well with the meal. Overall, both the staff and food were all authentic. It's a great spot for Korean comfort food and I'd definitely come back again!

Solid place to grab Korean food in Ballard, despite it being one of the only Korean restaurants in…read morethis area (that I'm aware of). Have been in a few times and have had a solid experience each time. Fairly small place and not THAT many tables. You order at the counter and then sit down. It's self serve for water, silverware, and complimentary barley tea, which is nice. Both times the customer service when ordering was fine but not super friendly. I was the one saying "hello" first and saying "how are you?" before the cashier said anything. Kind of awkward/standoffish but not a dealbreaker when the food is good. Most recently I had the kimchi jigae, which was relatively spicy, even when I asked for less spicy (and they said they could accommodate). I'd say it was like 2-3 stars. Flavor was great though and it was a decent portion (for $17) and satisfying. Also, a pretty wide range of menu options, despite it being a small place. There were 4 complimentary banchan dishes (napa kimchi, cucumber kimchi, seasoned bean sprouts, and fish cakes). Note that I don't think there are free refills like other places... maybe you can ask but I didn't see anyone doing so. For 1-2 people, it's a relatively generous amount. Also, only certain dishes come with the banchan, so be sure to read the menu carefully if you are wanting the banchan.

This spot is a hidden gem in Ballard. It's not the best Korean food I've had but definitely has all…read morethe comfort food you need for a cold day if you don't want to drive far out to fed way or Lynnwood. Seafood pancake was crispy and paired well with the dipping sauce. Banchan was on point but galbi was a bit on the sweeter side + had a bit too much fat and soondubu tasted more like kimchi jiggae. Overall tho, fair prices & good selection of Korean comfort food!

Hae-Nam Kalbi recently had a grand opening, which has been since April 2026. I heard there are new…read moreowners and wanted to check it out. I have dined here before so the interiors isn't too different just small changes. Let's jump to the food- I ordered the galbitang and it came with 10 different banchan. Which is a nice surprise since some restaurants aren't as generous in the banchan. The galbitang was so flavorful for a "clear" soup and the meat was tender. It also included a good portion of meat. I've tried galbitang at other places, but there was an umami that many didn't have. All the banchan were flavorful too, I thought the kimchi had a good balance as sometimes it can be a bit on the saltier side. Service was great too, the sever was friendly and checked often. When I went, it was just me then a couple arrived. There was a delay with their order so she provided some mandu on the house while their order was being prepared. Once they received their order, I heard the couple tell the sever that everything was very good multiple times- their food did look good! I recommend checking this place out especially with the new ownership. Menu looks similar from previous owners, but will for sure go back and try something else!

This place got new owners and it's so much better now!!!! I've been back a 3rd or 4th time now with…read moremy family and it's wonderful. It's run by a nice family and the food is great. The service is wonderful, the auntie remembers my family and remembers I order the mushroom tofu soup extra spicy. My parents got spicy beef soup and squid bibimbap.