I love korean food and really enjoyed Chung Ki Wa. Im excited about going back again to try the steamed eggs, which I saw go by out table with regret I didn't order it. The service isn't bad, but I think the expectation is that you will let them know if you need something. They don't keep an eye on your water or drinks, but they were quick to fill them once we flagged them down. We tried some of our personal favorites and new things. They had a corn tea, which I never tried before. The flavor is hard to describe and a bit outside my preferences. It has a strong earthy corn taste. It was hot and came in a big pot. The banchan were awesome. I loved their kimchi, cucumbers, and fish cakes the most. They also had a seaweed salad and bean sprouts. We have tried sundubu jjigae with pork, kimchi fried rice, fried dumplings, japchae, and pajeon. I wouldn't get the sundubu again. There was something strongly overpowering the soup that was too intense for me and kind of bitter. Ive ordered this soup before at other locations, so I was surprised that it didn't suit my palate. The pajeon was huge. I prefer them thin, and this one was crazy thick. It was also overpowered with garlic, and I don't think those words have ever come out of my mouth before. What I would order again---japchae, kimchi fried rice, and dumplings! I love that they have so many options, and I had fun trying new things. read more

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Chung Ki Wa is a great place with options ranging from Korean to Japanese food. For the price you pay, portion sizes are relatively good and are often shareable. Service is a bit more hands-off, but I personally prefer that so it was a good experience in my book! One thing I must say is that I felt the menu was a bit limited. A lot of the menu consists of soup, which obviously isn't a bad thing (I personally LOVE soup), but my partner felt a bit of disinterest as he's not too keen on it. We opted for bbq and a shared entree (I can't recall the name, but it had pork belly and squid) instead. Both were tasty! The bbq also came with sides and two bowls of rice. read more

Chung Ki Wa - Korean Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

I traveled from California, and been eating here 3 times this week already. The price is half of what I pay back in CA and food quality is still amazing, staffs are all very nice and clean facility. This place makes me wanna live in Detroit. lol. Seriously food price this place is like from 10 years ago...for instance the hot galbi tang with full of meat is $14 while bakery shop next door still selling a pice of bread at $7, just wow! read more

A friend told me Chung Ki Wa has the best Korean food in the area. I'm always up for important research like this, so off we went. The bulgogi was delivered with vegetables, including kimchi and garlic cloves, in separate containers. I didn't realize at first that you can ask for more at any time. The beef and onions were placed on a hot plate by the server. I envisioned a performance like a Japanese steakhouse, but no. Chung Ki Wa is not about putting on a show, but rather about delivering delicious food. Along with the vegetables, you also get a bowl of lettuce and some wonderfully robust sesame dressing. Additionally, you can request lettuce leaves to fill with that delicious steak, veggies, and perfectly prepared rice. Everything about the bulgogi was so amazing that I almost wished I ordered it, but I was extremely happy with the bibimbap. I love how the rice gets crispy and sticks to the hot ceramic bowl, and that was certainly the case here. The beef and vegetables play perfectly with the rice. And, the wonderful thing about serving in a hot bowl is that the food never gets cold. As the band Hansen very nearly said, "bibimbap I love you". My only very minor gripe was that I didn't get to hear the rice sizzling. The price here are more than you will probably want to spend on lunch, but put that out of your head for a moment. This is enough food for lunch, dinner, and maybe the next day's lunch. There was never a problem flagging somebody down for something; it's more of a team effort here than one person being assigned a table. I have to say that my friend was right. This is the best Korean food in the area, and some of the best Korean food I've ever had. read more

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Here's what you need to know: as Metro Detroit slowly sees more Korean restaurants pop up (like Daebak and Soora), Chung Ki Wa stands out as a longstanding, Korean-owned staple that goes back to the basics, and does them really well. Tucked in a humble strip mall next to an array of ethnic stores and a Kung Fu Tea, the exterior is unassuming, but the inside reveals a surprisingly spacious dining area with grill-in-table seating and two side rooms for extra space. We came in around 6:30pm on a Thursday and were seated right away - half-full, cozy, and no-frills in the best way. The menu here is extensive. You'll find Korean comfort food classics (Bibimbap, Bulgogi), warming stews (individual and shareable), Korean-Chinese fusion (like Jjajangmyeon), and more adventurous options like Yook Hwoe (beef tartare) and Soondae (blood sausage). We opted for two orders of the Yangnyeom Galbi ($35.95 each)--well-marinated, tender short rib that came pre-cut and pre-cooked at our request (they're happy to cook it at the table for you, too). Served over onions, the meat was flavorful and high quality, though not a huge portion. The Tang Su Yuk (sweet and sour pork, $16.95) was a hit: crunchy on the outside, moist inside, and coated in an addictive sweet glaze. Kimchi Jeon ($12.95) was massive, crispy, and well-stuffed with kimchi and veg, served in big, pre-cut slices. The Gyeran Jjim (steamed egg, $3.95) was a standout: piping hot, fluffy, and cloudlike - easily one of the best I've had. I also tried the Gamjatang ($14.95), a spicy pork bone soup with cabbage and a few chunks of potato. It had a hearty, peppery broth and decent bone-to-meat ratio, though I wish there were more potatoes - but for the price, it's hard to beat. All meals came with personal bowls of steamed rice, and the banchan selection was generous and solid: crunchy kimchi, spicy cucumbers, fish cakes, bean sprouts, spinach, and a simple soy-dressed salad. You can always tell the quality of a Korean place by their banchan, and Chung Ki Wa delivers. In short: this spot checks all the boxes. Great service, approachable prices, and a homey feel. It's not trying to be trendy - it's just solid, delicious Korean food done right. If you're looking for a go-to Korean restaurant in the area, this is it. read more

Chung Ki Wa - Gam Ja Tang (Spicy Pork Soup with Potato, $14.95) - Korean Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

Atmosphere is somewhat mid but every dish is very tasty and the prices are very good! My go to place for good Korean food! read more

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What a hidden gem--so glad my friend recommended this place. Great service, very attentive staff. The food was excellent and plentiful, also loved the (complimentary) banchan: fish cakes, kimchi, marinated cucumbers, cabbage salad, green dish (mustard greens?--forgot to ask). I really loved the cucumbers and cabbage salad! Kimchi was a little fishy for my taste. Since I've never been my friend decided to order a ton of different foods, so I could try a lot of different things, and she could have leftovers. I started with the Gun Man Doo (dumplings) and Seaweed Salad. The dumplings were delicious, really liked the sauce that comes w it too! The seaweed salad was too fishy for my taste--maybe too much fish sauce? My friend ordered the Gyeran Jjim (Steamed Eggs), which is like a fluffy mound of scrambled eggs. Yum! She ordered Galbi (marinated beef short ribs)--that flavor!!--and Budae Jeongol (soup w a variety of meats in it) which was way too spicy for me. I'm a wimp! And I ordered the seafood bibimbap and LOVED it. You get tiny shrimp, scallops, mussels, and octopus in every bite, and the flavors were subtle and delicious. Perfect dish for a freezing cold night! Just be sure to stir the rice after they set the pot down, so it doesn't burn on the bottom! We were stuffed by the end of the meal, and my friend had lots of leftovers to take home! Would definitely recommend and will definitely go back!! My friend also order read more

Chung Ki Wa - Gyeran Jjim (Steamed eggs) - Korean Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

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I got so excited that I didn't take pictures. I love this place and we are regulars. Good service fabulous food, whether it's ordering straight off the menu or cooking our own. They are very generous with their banchan-- good variety and great portions. They have everything you need, whether you're a conservative diner eating bulgogi, bibimbap, or jap chae or if you are more adventurous, like we often are eating ojingea bokkeum (spicy stir fried squid) or their special of spicy pork intestines. They also serve beer, sake, and sojus. read more

I went with my family, we were a group of six. Three adults and three children. We ordered the Combo platter "C" It was excellent. Our server cooked at for us at our table. We had so much food, we could have easily fed three more adults. We ordered hot Saki to go with the meal and some hot tea. The two boys aged 8 and 6 years old loved watching our food being cooked at the table. The boys love steak and they ate plenty of it. They also loved the dipping sauces. There is a video monitor showing other foods being prepared in the kitchen which the boys found very entertaining. We also had a delicious salad to complement our meal. The kimchi was excellent and we took home lots of leftover steak and shrimp. We just couldn't eat all of it. We will definitely enjoy the leftovers for lunch tomorrow. read more

Chung Ki Wa - This was the only spicy dish. Pork belly Jeyook Gui (Spicy Marinated Pork) - Korean Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

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I had the dolsot bibimbap with chicken and it was good. The piping hot stone bowl kept my food hot for the entire meal but more importantly it made the rice that was in contact with the bowl a bit crispy. I will say although the service was prompt and professional, it wasn't very warm. Our waitperson was a bit cold. read more

Chung Ki Wa - Bibimbap - Korean Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

I know there are mixed reviews but I have been going here for over 12 years and I always enjoyed the food. I love their little side dishes and how they have a private room to book for parties . The only thing that bothers me is the table. I cannot cross my legs because of the design of the table but that is my own personal issue lol. read more

The food is amazing; absolutely wonderful and I love the Korean tea! This is all comfort foods for me since my mother was full Korean! I highly recommend this place read more

Chung Ki Wa - dang Jang Jjigae and Bulgogi - Korean Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

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I loved this restaurant! They did miss a couple items on a longer order but totally understandable. I loved that we got all the side dishes even though we didn't do the kbbq option. The kimchi fried rice was on the spicier end but delicious (and reheats well). The steamed egg was also delicious. We got Tteok-bokki and asked for it mild and it was actually very mild (one of our party members could not do spicy). Overall, I would come back! read more

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I have been eating at this place for many years now, one time for my Birthday and it has consistently been excellent! They used to offer lettuce wraps with the Banchan or purple rice, but not in recent years. The steam Egg was good, my family usually orders their Cha gui, Samkyupsal, and Galbi Tang, which are all very delicious btw with consistency in the flavor when we go back to eat here. The Banchan was always nice and fresh when we eat there. Service was good where they even offer to cook the food for you, and you do not have to wait too long to get your food. One of the Korean places I highly recommend in Michigan! read more

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The quality of food at this establishment is never an issue. Quality ingredients are used in every dish and everything tastes delicious. My only complaint is that if you aren't Asian, you're practically invisible. I have eaten at Chung Ki Wa many times now and each time I feel rushed and ignored. I asked for a carry out box today and the Asian waitress practically threw it at me to attend to the adjacent table full of Koreans. The implication to me is, "Hurry up, eat and get out." It seems the majority of their customers are of Asian descent, which is good, and they are treated oh so kindly. However, if you aren't Asian, you get the stare down; almost like when I was stationed in Korea, except I'm not in Korea. read more

I have reviewed this place many times and thought about my review many times, lol, and have come to the conclusion it is a solid 3-3.5/5. Each dish I've gotten has an authentic Korean taste. The price is a little on the high side, but worth the price point. They have many soups/stew options but all are good and soul warming and they are all unique. The stir fry dishes are savory and not overly savory. I have not tried the big soups (that are 40+$ or the bbq but i'm sure they are great) The noodle dishes have a nice sauce and again not too salty and pretty filling. --- Here are the problems. Minus 1 for the service. This they have lots of room for improvement. There is a lady who is older who seems like she doesn't want to serve you. Also After getting your older she is no where to be found. You literally have to find her and ask for something as simple as napkins. There other waiters are not that much better. They seem annoyed at questions and are never to be found again. They never come back to ask if you want more bonchon. And if you want more bonchon after the meal they said it is considered takeout...but that is because I was not able to ask for it during the meal. They try to conserve money on the materials such as bonchon, utensils, and it shows. It gives a bad taste to the overall vibe. Overall we will be back for food but honestly this is a restaurant where I think 15-or-sub-15% tip is justified. read more

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This is very likely my most favorite Korean restaurant in Metro Detroit. I like to get soon du bu and seafood pancake when I'm here. They have the best seafood pancakes hands down. The Korean BBQ and bibimbap are also very good. I appreciate how generous they are with the portion sizes, especially with the amount of protein they include in their dishes. They also provide very size-able bon chon. Service is friendly and efficient. Our cooked foods easily come out typically in 10 minutes. The ambiance is casual. It's a great spot to gather with friends/family. Will definitely be back! read more

I tried this place on a whim and was pleasantly surprised by how delicious everything was! I got the rice cake soup, steamed egg, and soondubu + galbi combo. Everything was really yummy and was generous in portion sizes. The restaurant was also very spacious and well decorated. The service was also really fast and the servers were friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend this spot if you're craving Korean comfort food in Michigan, and definitely try the dinner combo because it's so worth! read more

After such an amazing visit from my last time I was in the Metro Detroit Area a year ago, I decided to revisit again for KBBQ. Unfortunately, this time it wasn't as good anymore, seems to be a change in ownership recently. Combo B: The meat quality wasn't as good as before, and had bland marinate. Also was misleading that the combo was supposed to have a different meat (brisket, as stated on the menu) but then we noticed there was chicken instead. We expressed our concern and was told that was how the combo came as (which should've been reflected on the new menu). Spicy Squid: Seems like more veggies than actual squid. It was alright but wasn't as good as before. The sides were for the most part mediocre quality (aside from the steamed egg and salad). It saddens me to write a low review as I normally wouldn't write this low of a rating but had to express how this was a super disappointing experience. Please update the menu if there are new changes as I found it misleading to replace certain stuff in the combos without informing the customer. read more

Chung Ki Wa - Korean Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

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Everything we ate was great! However, the service was 100% not cool. We ordered a few appetizers and a bbq set. The waitress dropped everything on the table at the same time. She shoved the appetizers in front of us and then proceeded to put every slice of the premium brisket that we ordered onto the bbq grate before we had a chance to touch the apps. This was a clear message to the tune of "eat this now and get the ef out"! Oh, and we weren't looked at again after our entire order was slammed onto the table. The same woman only appeared again to slam the check onto the table. She reappeared to cash us out and VOILA!!! C'mon! This place can do better on the service end of things. read more

Must try if you're a Korean food (especially kbbq) lover! Out of the many Korean restaurants I've been to around the metro detroit area, this is easily one of my top picks. Loved all of their banchan and service was excellent. We came in around 830pm and ended up staying a little past 10 to finish our food (grilling all the meat took some time), which is their close time. We felt so bad but they were so friendly and understanding about it. Ordered combo C with 2 orders of the dinner special: galbi + soondubu and galbi + naengmyun. We also switched out the shrimp from combo c for samgyupsal. This was a very generous amount for a party of 6. Their galbi marinade was on point and their salad perfectly balanced out the grease - we got so many extra orders of it bc it was so good! Another plus is that they have a spacious parking lot so parking will most likely not be a problem at all. read more

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I've been here many times for their Korean BBQ, and it has always been a fantastic experience. The food is delicious, and the service is excellent. Just be prepared to leave smelling like BBQ! I definitely recommend giving this place a try. read more

Chung Ki Wa - Korean Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

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Everything we ate was sooooo good! Their menu is extensive and super authentic. Their kbbq meats are high quality and flavorful. Don't even get me started on their banchans! This place will have to be my go-to spot for kbbq and any korean dishes with I'm in Michigan. Highly recommend everything that we tried (galbi, galbi tang, stir fried jajangmyeon, sweet and sour shrimp, steamed egg, and all the banchans)!!! We will be back! read more

Really delicious solid traditional Korean food! We opted to dine in without kbbq and went with the beef bibimbap and seafood soondubu jigae. Side dishes were fresh and plentiful. I especially like the fish cake. Regarding the entrees, both were solidly delicious, and I have no complaints. I especially love how large the jigae was and how much seafood was in it. Service was alright. It was fast but when we ordered some tea, we never received it. With the cozy booth seats and TVs playing sights and sounds of Korea, it made us yearn for the real deal. A good home away from home. read more

Chung Ki Wa - Korean Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

This place never disappoints. From the bonchon mini side dishes they provide to the seafood pancake, japchae, bibimbap, and soondubu. The seafood pancake has big chunks of squid and scallions. 2-3 slices alone will fill you up because it's so big. The japchae is filled with so many veggies and although the noodles look light, the flavor is far from light. The sizzling pot for the bibimbap provides extra texture to the rice making it crispy. The runny egg makes the dish extra rich while the sauce gives it a spice kick. The seafood soondubu is a spicy yet comforting soup to warm up your soul. The service is always quick and the staff is attentive. Definitely recommend this place. read more

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It has been a while, but it was carryout, so I decided to dine in. We had bibimbap to enjoy the crispy rice in the bowl. We enjoyed the bowls and the sides. The service was professional and polite. We looked around at all the bbq things going on, so we are now curious for the next visit. read more

Chung Ki Wa - Korean Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

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You can never get disappointed by Chung Ki Wa. Got their military stew this time. And SOO MUCH meat! Literally the whole bowl is filled with a variety of protein. From spam to sausages to meatballs. Flavor is excellent! Usually military stew is filled with cheap ramen... not the case here. You get a meat stew . read more

Chung Ki Wa - Military stew - Korean Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

We tried the BBQ here for the first time. The food is good overall but the table was leaking juice from the meat. We noticed it when we were leaving. Luckily we didn't get any juice on our shoes or pants, but not expecting the table to leak. We were fine with cooking the meat ourselves, but the waitress insisted on helping us. Somehow she turned the fire off while the meat was not thoroughly cooked, and we had to find someone to fix it later. We think the meat would taste better if it was cooked at once instead of having a cooling period in between. read more

Probably the worst Korean BBQ I've ever had. Having lived in LA and been to Korea, I have a certain expectation for KBBQ that was not met here and I am beginning to think can't be met anywhere in Michigan. For starters, the meat is not unlimited like you'll see in LA. You pay for each reload which is a massive downside for me. Then, the quality of the meat itself just was not that good for me. I felt the pork belly was dry and bland, the Shrimp tasted like Kroger frozen shrimp, not the usual prawn style with the whiskers that you'll see at KBBQ places. Service was slow and inattentive and the prices were just astronomical for what you got. Places like this really just make me miss LA a lot. read more

Chung Ki Wa - Menu - Korean Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

I don't usually go out for Korean food as I cook by myself, but it was nice to eat out Korean food once in a blue moon. Yughoe was good as expected, with sliced pear and cucumber. Beef carpaccio was also good, but I would not say it was very impressive or special. Barbeque combo, which I do not know what we ordered, was enough portion for three of us. Meat was good, can't really say they were amazing since I can always get better quality meat at grocery stores and cook it to my likings at home. But, the squid it came with the combo, it was really good! Squid was super big and already marinated in sauce so all needed to be done was cook. It's a shame I did not get a photo of the squid. Anyway, it was really worth it!! read more

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Went in for lunch and got the bibimbap and the kimchi fried rice. The food was delicious and service was excellent!

This restaurant is located in Michigan ! What did I order? I don't even remember, BUT everything was TOP NOTCH! If you want home style korean Bbq and noodles/soup, then you gotta check this place out! #tonylameats337 #chungkiwa #koreanbbq #sterlingmichigan read more

Chung Ki Wa - Korean Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

Very nice atmosphere with good food and nice owners! Conveniently located on 15/Dequindre nearby local Asian area.

Me and my husband came here for dinner a couple of days ago and this time we tried items that we've never had before and skipped the Korean bbq. We're both so glad we did! We tried a hot pot which they claim feeds 2 but it honestly could have fed five! I love that they serve soups still boiling like that. The fermented black bean noodles were another favorite. Super savory and umami and loaded with veggies and meat! The side dishes (ban Chan) are always so fresh and delicious as well! Don't forget to order the steamed egg and fried mandu (dumplings) they're both my favorite from any Korean restaurant! Overall another great experience here, would recommend! read more

The food is good but service is not the best. There's a waiter there that's kind of mean and is rude to other wait staff from what I've seen and heard. He's also not the nicest to customers either. Overall, I've been to this restaurant a lot and I have to say their combos are my favorites. My go-to is the naengmyeon (cold noodles) and kalbi combo! I love filling my taste buds with the tangy, sweet, and cold noodles, topped with a bite-sized piece of sizzling hot and savory kalbi... Literally one of my favorite combinations and is mind-blowing. The broth is really sweet and I love taking sips of it after stuffing a large spoon of noodles and meat in my mouth. The portion size is appropriate and is only $19.95! Definitely a steal since kalbi doesn't come cheap. read more

Chung Ki Wa - Amazing naengmyeon and kalbi combo for only $19.95. Always leave me full and satisfied... - Korean Near Me - Sterling Heights, Michigan

One of best Korean Restaurant in Sterling Heights. Foods are great and it depends on the people or group preference/ moods

Best bibimbap in the US!! I was recommended by others so I came to get bibimbap. So worth it !!!! Korean BBQ: good portion, a beautifully lady cooked them for us and very kindly directed us on how to eat them in an authentic (most delicious) way. We had good conversations with her in the whole time, we felt like been treated like family. We took two boxes leftover to go. So happy and satisfied and fulfilled. read more

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I genuinely enjoy eating at this place. The staff are all very kind and took care of my family and I very well. We always have a good experience here. I've lived in this are my whole life and noticed a big difference since the ownership changed. It's calm and the dividers offer privacy. Great environment! read more

Delicious! If you're in the Michigan area, you definitely need to give this place a try. The portion sizes and prices were a fantastic bargain. The flavors are so authentic, and that's coming from a Bay Area native! We ordered the combo A and it was enough food for 3 people. We loved that the servers were so nice and grilled the food for us. This place seems like it would also be a great place for large groups. Would love to come back and try more foods :) read more

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Very good Korean food and very nice service. Wonderful bbq and side dishes. The atmosphere is very nice as well. One of our favorite places for lunch. read more