Ssamjang is a no frills, multiple menu, several screens type of Asian establishment- interestingly…read moresituated at Cumberland Mall in a reasonably commodious venue. On Mon-Thurs, they offer a pretty solid all you can eat lunch option, though you'd have to be pretty hungry to exploit it! We got the veggie bibimbap and seafood soup, along with the requisite set of appetizers. Both were tasty and filling. Note that we had to ask for some "hot sauc" to generate some extra spice...I put quotes because it was a bit sweet - but still offered sufficient flavor. Service was friendly and straightforward - answering our questions and providing some side items as requested. It seems like they are labor constrained, but they definitely made it work.

I had the Kimchi Jigae for lunch on a cold day. The soup was heartwarming and delicious. The kimchi…read moreand tofu were soft and flavorful. The pork on the other hand was rubbery ... I would get this again but ask for it without the pork. They give this mini yogurt drink at the end of the meal, which was refreshing and a nice pleasant surprise that I wasn't expecting. The service and the banchan were awesome. The ambiance was quiet.

One of the best Korean restaurants in Georgia period. Reminds me of home cooking…read more Best side dishes and stews in town.

My family and I came in for lunch and were seated right away. The restaurant is big but the parking…read morelot isn't so must be aware. I was very excited to try the Bossam meal which is Pork belly wraps and it was just ok. The portion is good but it's kind of overpriced in my opinion. The pork is a bit dry but the dipping sauce helped. The soup came with LA Galbi was very average. The Galbi was really good.

My family and I have eaten here for years and we just returned on Saturday craving Atlanta's best…read moreKorean food after near non-stop K-Pop Demon Hunters with the kids all Christmas and New Year's break. The Korean food scenes got my wife and I hungry every time! Having been to many of Atlanta's best Korean restaurants over the past decade, Stone Bowl is a clear notch above the rest. The side dishes are just simply better with robust authentic seasoning and unforgettable flavor that leaves you craving for more. The kimchi is spot on for spice but not overwhelming. The potatoes are to die for, cooked to perfection, tender and absorbent of all the nearby flavors. For the first time, we tried the Korean sushi roll (K-Pop Demon Hunters was calling) and it didn't disappoint. Stuffed with fresh cooked bulgogi and veggies, we ate it so fast we were left thinking of Korean sushi rolls had an edge over Japanese sushi rolls! And we also got the poached dumplings for the first time and almost went as fast as the sushi roll. The authentic style of poaching the dumpling made it taste homemade from grandma's kitchen. The sizzling plate of bulgogi was amazingly put down the gullet on top of everything else. Consistently on point and warms the tummy. Service is cordial, but somewhat aloof and distant at times because we would have loved an offer to refill our side dishes, but admittedly they are often busy and we don't go there to expect Michelin dining service levels. We come for the food. Awesome food. And Stone Bowl House will be seeing us again before long.

Hands down Best Banchan selection and flavors across many Korean restaurants I've visited (and I…read moreate a lot of Korean food)!! My son's kimchi and pork bibimbap is the bomb!! Easily the best bibimpap ever. It is different than other bibimbap we had in other places. My grilled squid is too sweet for me. I prefer savory and spicy dishes, so any dish with too much sugar/sweet are not to my liking. The squid is grilled/cooked to perfection though. Good service and fast. The place is cute. It has lots of "private" spaces for larger groups.

Truly, a hidden gem in the East Atlanta Village! Gaja's entrance is located on the side of the…read morefairly large parking area that surrounds the many shops and restaurants in this area. Despite this, the restaurant was vibrant on a rainy midweek day... Almost full to capacity with patrons. Happy my partner recommended this restaurant! I sat at the bar to place my to go order and was greeted promptly by the bartender. He brought me water and provided the QR code to order. The gentleman next to me was enjoying the Bimibap which looked very enticing, but due to the cold weather, I wanted something warm. Soup was not an option and was directed to the glass noodle dish. The glass noodles were of a sweet potato consistency and included several vegetables. I did not know that the bone marrow mentioned in the description would be an actual marrow, quite large that was discovered once I dug into my dish at home. The flavors exuded were right on point! The portion was also ample for a second meal. Will definitely return to sample the Bimibap on a warmer day and possibly some of the drinks offered. I truly enjoyed the waiting period at the bar, striking up conversation and viewing Misery which was being projected on the wall... A true horror classic. I enjoyed the atmosphere and menu offerings.

I popped into Gaja Korean Bar this past Friday... and wow…read more This place is a hidden gem for real. I've walked past it a million times and had NO idea it was even there. The vibe is super cool -- eccentric in the best way, intimate but still lively. They had a movie playing on a projector, which gave the space a whole artsy, underground feel. Now, the menu isn't exactly pescatarian‑friendly, so I couldn't go too crazy, but what I *did* try was solid. The Kimchi Fried Rice was a little on the bland side for me -- I expected more punch since it's kimchi, but the portion was perfect. Most people pair it with their signature chicken dishes anyway, which makes total sense. The Kimchi Crab Cake, though? Absolutely delicious. Packed with savory lump crab, crispy panko coating, and a little lemony finish. YUM. My boyfriend got the Gaja‑style chicken and was obsessed -- crispy, crunchy, tossed in their famous sauce, topped with tofu ranch. He cleaned that plate. Now let's talk drinks. I ordered the Sledge‑o‑matic Lover, and this is the perfect spring/summer drink. Cucumber jalapeño tequila, house‑made watermelon syrup, a splash of lime, a hint of lemon... perfection. It's listed as spicy, but it's really not -- and I'm not a spicy‑drink girlie. This one is fantastic. The service was great too -- warm, attentive, and quick. The food came out faster than expected, everything was hot, and every dish looked beautiful. Gaja really surprised me in the best way.

The food was amazing. All of the workers were super nice. The inside is also just a vibe.read more

Jang Su Jang is one of the best options for Korean food in the Alpharetta-Milton area. Many people…read morewill recognize the name from its long-standing reputation in Duluth, and it's great to have a location closer to home. The menu feels a bit more streamlined than I remember from the original location, though the core dishes are still there. It will be interesting to see how the restaurant evolves under the current management. Regardless, the food consistently tastes authentic and well prepared. Service has always been pleasant and efficient during my visits, which makes the experience even better. Parking can occasionally be tricky since it's located in downtown Alpharetta, but there's a nearby free parking garage that makes it manageable. Overall, it's a solid go-to when you're craving Korean food in the area without needing to drive to neighboring cities.

Our group of 4 went on a Saturday night. It wasn't very busy which we enjoyed…read more Everything was superb. Eugene was an amazing server who provided us sound advice on the meal we should have and he was spot on. We chose the Set for 4. He cooked everything to perfection and the banchan sides were yummy as well. Would definitely return.

My partner recently picked up lunch for me at Bene and I'm so glad that he did. Although I hadn't…read moretried them before this lunch, they're definitely serving up food that I enjoy so my bf was on point in his choice. He brought home a spicy chicken bento box that included rice, a salad slaw of some sort, a tiny bit of Mac salad, kimchi and kimchi cucumbers. It was a nice sized lunch portion! The Mac salad was cool, not usually my thing but it was tasty. The salad was also really good and fresh, I wish there was a bit more to enjoy. The kimchi and cucumbers were very good, I wish they were spicier but I ate them alll. The chicken was delicious but not spicy enough. All together, this meal was a perfect combo of flavors. I'll definitely return for more bites to enjoy.

A really good sushi restaurant Korean styled. Whenever we come here, it's always busy. Good to know…read moremy friends know the owner and they always greet us and give us a nice private table pretty quickly. Service is always excellent and the sushi is quite good for Doraville. At times, we do order in advance for take out, and the quality is just the same as if we were eating at the restaurant. Around 6 pm on the weekends, try to make reservation...

Service? Excellent. Ambiance? Relaxed and enjoyable. Food? Oh...MAN. Wow…read more.. I came here about 8 years ago with the same family members +1 family friend and we enjoyed dinner then, but it truly didn't compare to this visit. Previously, I had Kang Nam slated as an overpriced, but decent sushi place that serves meals on a more robust scale if you're dining with a party. However, the sushi back then was somewhat underwhelming. Last night, we had a phenomenal set. Hamachi, Otoro, Unagi, Ebi, and more! Every piece was delicately balanced and beautifully arranged. Honestly, I wasn't really expecting too much going in- and I'd only chosen Kang Nam as a place where I could get some decent sushi while my family got something else entirely. My mom had Don Katsu (served with a small dish of Japanese style curry sauce). My uncle got the Tempura Udon, of which they served the tempura shrimp on the side in a bed of tempura flakes. This is kind of genius, because you can make the decision on when you want to dip in your tempura instead of them bringing it and you have to down the tempura fast in order to still have it be crunchy... NOT HERE! It stays crunchy since they serve it separately. Love that. We had refillable banchan: kimchi, king oyster mushrooms, and glass noodles- all of which were delicious. We all received bowls of deliciously simple miso soup and we ordered a set of fried dumplings. Everything was great! That is...until the sushi came out. Wow. Presentation: 10/10. Flavor? 10/10. Portion-size: TEN OUT OF TEN, Y'ALL. The sushi rice was fantastic and they didn't use too much like a lot of places do with their nigiri. The toppings were functionally decorative. The sweet shrimp was especially pretty with two different colors of roe on top. The yellowtail didn't need the toppings it had- green onion and fish/squid flakes(?)- in my opinion, but they added a dimension of texture to the initial bite and a hint of flavor to the finish. The fish was perfect in every way: not too thick, no too thin, overlapping the rice by double to allow for perfect soy sauce dips without soaking the rice, and I just CAN NOT EXPLAIN how good each piece was... The sushi rolls were so delicious and every bite had wonderful textures and flavors, but my absolute favorite roll was the one with the smoked tuna on top- WOW! Absolutely stunned. Never - EVER - have I actually tasted the smoke flavor so clearly and completely. I am a HUGE fan of that one and I can't even remember the name of it...it's in the picture on the plate behind the sweet shrimp. The eel nigiri was also a highlight for me- as it's one of my favorite pieces of sushi, I always order several pieces. I was happily surprised to see they were nearly twice the size I get at other restaurants. Hands-down, the best otoro (fatty tuna) I've had in Atlanta. The sushi chef here also believes in giving special service by preparing some extra pieces for the customers as well. I only ordered one set of otoro, but next time....oh my...my bill is gonna hurt next time. Each 2-piece set of otoro is set at $17, so...yeah... It's going to be SO WORTH IT though. I will 10000% be back- soon. I might just get some Otoro, Hamachi, and one of those smoked tuna rolls...man. SO. RIDICULOUSLY. GOOD. Get in there if you haven't been in a while. Trust me!

This is such a cute little spot! It's very homey and welcoming. The food is fantastic. Service was…read moregreat! I got the Bulgogi Bibimbap and it was a good size! I feel like two people could have ate from my bowl. Next time, I want to try the Veggie Dumpling Tofu soup! Also, it's so welcoming in here, there were a lot of folks here by themselves enjoying a meal and just being to themselves. I love that a lot!

I remember years back thinking this place was good, not amazing, but enough to make it worth coming…read moreback. This was a long time ago, maybe before Covid, and it's really sad to see that it went downhill since I've last been. Upon entering, I noticed we were the only customers. Strange, but maybe the late lunch, early dinner time is not busy here. We were sat down, but the service wasn't very friendly. Despite being the only people here, we felt rushed to order and go. I suppose the biggest reason I'm giving a 3 is because of the yellow croaker/corvina. I love, love, love when tofu houses give it, and when I saw it here... it was the biggest disappointment. It was old. Definitely not as fresh as some of the other offerings here, and honestly, of the menu items here, only the seafood pancake was anything truly worthwhile. While the galbi was well marinated, it was thin. The soft tofu soup was good, but I feel as though most tofu houses do it well, so it's expected.

Real authentic Korean food with reasonable price! 냉면이 진짜 너무…read more맛있어요 냉면 드시고 싶으시면 그냥 여기로 오시면되요!!

I really enjoy this restaurant and how it is basically self-serve, the food is always hot, and…read morethere is no tip needed here. Also, the hours are amazing if a late night dinner is ever needed since they're opened to 2am on Friday and Saturday, and midnight for the other days. Lots of seating which is really nice. I get the spicy Naju style beef stock soup and sometimes get the handmade dumplings. Portion sizes are extremely generous and I usually will have some leftover for another meal.

Im a big lover of Korean BBQ, so when my friend suggested Thrill I was skeptical. Goodness was I…read moredelightfully surprised! This place is phenomenal! One of the most esthetically pleasing Korean BBQ places I've been to. It's an all you can eat spot with an extensive variety of meats to choose from. The quality of the meats is A1. Don't let me get started on the side options they offer! They provide substantial assortment of sides that are all savory & delectable. On top of the delicious food they also have a full bar available for your enjoyment. They have complementary parking available so no worries about adding an extra cost to the food adventure. If you sit at the tables with a grill it is an "all you can eat" option for everyone at the table only, no exceptions. If you desire to eat from the single meal menu there is bar seating available. There is a two hour limit per table but that is more than enough time to get your fill & moneys worth. Trust me you must go and it would not surprise me if Thrill becomes your new favorite Korean BBQ spot as well. I know it stole my heart and I plan on coming back many times over! Nom nom nom!

thrill in sandy springs... wow. if you've been struggling to lose a few pounds, skip the gym and…read morejust eat here.... guaranteed results. i went around closing time friday and have been on bedrest ever since. i cook my meat well well done, so whatever wrecked me definitely came from those sides they leave lounging out at room temperature like they're on vacation. and if you show up with a group of four, they automatically slap on a 20% gratuity. then the server still suggests you're welcome to tip more by offering selections of 18%, 20% tip. yeah, totally let me reward you 40% tip for the surprise detox program and the joy of sharting in bed all day. absolutely five stars... for weight loss only.