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    Craft Bowl

    4.5 (284 reviews)
    ModerateKorean, Asian Fusion
    Closed 10:30 am - 8:30 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Luke P.

    Whenever I crave a Korean style fast food, this is the place to go. Never disappoints. Hot food with authentic taste. Will be visiting again soon.

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    Ansley T.

    The best place to get rice + protein bowls!!! The flavor is EXQUISITE. I would gatekeep this place but they deserve to be known. It is located in a quiet plaza with a car wash. There's some seating inside but I think it's primarily a to-go place. I have been here two times and always got the beef bowl. It's a small mom and pop shop and it functions similarly to a Chipotle where you get to choose your ingredients. Do yourself a favor and get the beef with both the garlic and spicy mayo. The last time I went was a Thursday evening, my friends and I came around half an hour to closing (we apologize). There was nobody else in the store. Some of us got beef while others got pork. Everyone loved it! The employee was also nice enough to let us stay in to sit past closing and even gave us some pear juice which was delicious and refreshing. We are so grateful and I can't wait to come back!

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    Katrina S.

    Tried this spot today while waiting for my truck that was at the car wash next door . I liked Customizing my bowl with ingredients I like . Tried a few different sauces which make it spicy but delicious . Love how they let u do half / half rice and glass noodles . Both are very good . I got the Bulgogi meat which is very good . Pretty basic inside but clean . They have a happy hour special in the late afternoon which is nice for people on a budget . The employee was nice and helpful .

    Christopher T.

    Yum...great concept & great foods. I got 1/2 white tie & 1/2 lecture and he lets me have 1/2 beef & 1:2 pork plus the any toppings (I added 6 of them) and with 2 sauces on top. This place has parking but not a lot, but manageable and inside is small but spacious and mostly for to go. They do have 3-4 tables/chairs inside if you decided to dine in. There is one friendly and nice guy working there and he had several orders for pick up. I waited for awhile but he did apologized for the delayed. The foods are very tasty & well marinated, it does take awhile to heat it up through the wheel-go-around over the fire but it worth the wait. As for prices, not bad. The cost for this order is $19 including tip. Will stop by for more when in area for sure. Yum!!!

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    Audrey C.

    The food was great the portion was large and the choices were plenty. The sauces are great to it wasn't bad at all. The service was quick and she was nice even though it took a bit for the beef as they ran out I didn't mind the wait. The inside was clean and there is seating areas to eat. My only downside would be the price it was a bit on the high side but I would definitely go here again.

    Food was great quality, the beef and tofu have good flavor to them. For the bulgolgi it has a nice charred taste and seasoning. I added some toppings like kimchi, garlic, furikake, and grilled jalepeño... There was a gentleman with glasses that helped me and he made the service quick, easy and enjoyable. It appeared to be just him working there but he seemed very attentive to everyone regardless. Would recommend. It's flame broiler style bowls but with Korean flavors, better quality ingredients/meat and portions. No issues overall, and the rice was cooked perfectly as well. This place is tucked away next to a busy street, and it's a small shop with some seating inside. Definitely a hole in the wall but to me it is a hidden gem.

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    Jonathan P.

    Plenty of parking, located in a plaza. This place is like a Korean chiptole/cava. You pick your size, base, protein, then topping. Regular size come with 1 protein and unlimited toppings while mini came with 3 toppings. Service was top notch. Staff welcomed us and explained how to order and each item. Inside there's 4 tables to sit at. My order: - mini - half brown rice, half lettuce - spicy pork bulgogi - red ginger, sour cream, regular kimchi - spicy mayo Everything mixed well. Came out saucy, balanced, and flavorful. I like they have many kimchi options such as cilantro and radish. They also make their own sauces.

    Alex N.

    This is a pretty good spot if you're looking for a quick lunch. It's located in a strip mall and we were able to find parking pretty easily on a Saturday afternoon. I got the mini bowl while my girlfriend got the regular. Both seemed to be enough food to get you satisfied/full so the mini is likely a better value unless you want more toppings. The meat quality and sauce are both okay. For the base, we got japchae which was just glass noodles (I thought there would be more to it like stir fried vegetables). Even though there are tables inside, they don't offer any cups of water so this place may be better suited for takeout.

    Came in 2025. Had some of the best chicken I've had in my life. Marinated, flavorful, perfectly tender. Why would you change that recipe? New grilled chicken was thoroughly middling. Will not be coming back unless I see in reviews that they put the recipe back to the marinated chicken.

    Lilee N.

    Food seemed generously portioned but given each bowl was almost $20, I guess it's appropriate for the amount spent. Toppings are limited and pretty basic but there's premium ones like an egg or edamame which we had to pay extra for. Definitely not a sit down place. Kind of uncomfy to sit and eat given the space is a bit run down inside. It leaves much to be desired but take out or delivery is fine. Expected a little more given the reviews vs reality.

    Binh L.

    I love fusion foods and I also love places where I can customize my own bowls, so of course I had to check out Craft Bowl in Anaheim. The customer service was super friendly and it's very clean inside. Not many tables though, but luckily it's easy to take to-go. I ordered the spicy pork bulgogi bowl. It definitely was not spicy at all. For my base, I decided to do half white rice, half japchae. I think I will just stick with all white rice or all japchae next time. I love their variety of toppings and sauces though. The prices are very reasonable given how quick and convenient it is and also the portion size. My bowl was stacked. I would definitely come back.

    Steven W.

    Really good Korean food at the style of a Chipotle where you pick your base, protein and toppings for one price. Bulgogi and spicy pork are good selections and the bowls are hearty and full. I would not recommend eating inside because the ventilation is pretty bad and my eyes kept watering and my clothes and hair all smelled like oils.

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    Misoolkwan OC

    Misoolkwan OC

    4.6
    (1.9k reviews)
    6.9 mi

    Located in a newer shopping center, this restaurant is already drawing quite the crowd. As of now,…read moreparking is free, which is a huge plus. They offer valet parking at the entrance, along with additional parking around the corner. Since this place gets very busy, I'd recommend arriving early to avoid a long wait. This is a great spot for large groups and celebrations. The menu is designed for family-style dining, so you can order several dishes to share with everyone at the table, or you can order an individual entrée if that's more your style. Despite the packed dining room, the service was quick and attentive. Our food came out surprisingly fast, and the staff kept everything running smoothly throughout our meal. The food was delicious, full of flavor, and beautifully presented. Combined with the lively atmosphere and efficient service, it's easy to see why this restaurant has become such a popular destination. I'll definitely be back to explore more of the menu. Army stew was my favorite

    Don't drink their water here...the tea water... leftover tea water gets poured into the trash can…read moreand rescooped into previously used pitchers.. basically they would pour the leftover water in the same bucket of water and rinse the pitcher in the same bucket of water and stack them up for resuse for next customer. And their hands go inside everything. They grab the rinsed pitcher, scoop the tea water and serve it. Also mind you, the tea water is inside those huge trash cans. AND when they were transferring the ice (from again those trash bins) they would lift it to pour all the ice in to the tea water bin and you can see all the dirty drippings from the outside wheels drip inside the container.. @.@ No its not a one time thing with one employee...they all knew the drill and did it like routine. Me and my friends watched the whole thing while we were just trying to enjoy some drinks at the bar. It was so disgusting, my friends wanted to pay and leave quickly but NO theres no way im paying for the drink i only had a couple sips of and couldn't finish. So i told the manager, didnt pay and left. He was not shocked ... wonder why. And now im just telling all my close friends not to go here... digusting.

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    Stir fried pork belly and kimchi
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    J’s Korean Cuisine

    J’s Korean Cuisine

    4.3
    (1.8k reviews)
    3.8 mi
    $$

    The BEST Korean friend chicken I've had since moving to the OC! The chicken was crispy and so…read moreflavorful!! Ordered 3 flavors: spicy, sweet chili, soy garlic. Soy garlic was my favorite, it's an absolute must order, packed with flavor. They also have an AYCE pricing available as an option. Went on a Friday night around 9pm and thankfully it wasn't crazy busy at the time I went. Bulgogi tacos were really good, soft and moist! The soju paired so well with the chicken, zero sugar and very refreshing. Going to go searching for the soju in store now because I've never had this brand before & really loved it. The workers were so sweet. Highly recommended and will be returning for more delicious chicken!

    We came expecting an all-you-can-eat chicken wing experience, but they no longer have that in the…read morerestaurant. So expect the regular menu. There is a small lot out front for parking, and I suspect you can park on the street when the lot fills up. We happened to come by during the Korea vs. Mexico game, and understandably, the place gets packed, with a line forming outside. We somehow beat the rush by about 30 minutes and were seated at a table as soon as we entered. We also realized then that they didn't have the all-you-can-eat option, so we ended up ordering the chicken wings, their version of loaded fries, and steamed rice. We also placed the order via the QR code. We had our drinks delivered to our table shortly afterward. The food, however, was taking a long time to get to our table. It may have been a combination of the FIFA World Cup and a staff shortage, but when we were there, there was only 1 kitchen staff member and 1 wait staff member. The lady on the wait staff did everything from serving food to accepting new customers and topping off water for all the tables. A wall separates the restaurant; there is a front room and an inside room, and both rooms had televisions broadcasting the game. The food itself was decent for the price that they charge. The chicken wings came out piping hot, crispy on the outside, and juicy inside. They have some options for different wing flavors. The fries were also delicious and well-fried. I hope the restaurant invests in more wait staff because there were times we needed something from the wait staff. Seeing how busy she was, or sometimes she's just in the front room, we haven't seen her in a while to get whatever we needed. Overall, it was a good experience. The food was good, and the atmosphere is very unique; it's definitely a nice place to get some Korean street food when you're in the area. The only things to note are that parking is limited, food will take a while to cook as it is made fresh, and there will be some waiting to be done if you need wait staff. Last thing to note: I love that they had some Korean Fusion dishes, and I wish I had a bigger stomach to try these as well during our visit, perhaps another time!

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    Mr BBQ

    Mr BBQ

    4.5
    (5.9k reviews)
    3.7 mi
    $$$

    LUNCH Special for $30 a person is undefeated. QUALITY of BEEF BELLY AND BRISKET was amazing. Pro…read moretip combine them to get the perfect lean:fat ratio! GELO is one of the best servers I have had! He was so attentive and accommodating and his bright personality made our day. Bonchon variety is abundant but I really just wanted cucumber and kimchi. KIMCHI wasn't my favorite but decent. STEAMED EGG and KIMCHI SOUP side by side was also a solid combo. Dip the egg in the soup for the true Korean approved experience. The TOFU SOUP had a lot of soft tofu but the broth was just ok. Great sides to the meat and I'd honestly get them again. Go to AYCE Korean BBQ spot for the area get pretty busy!

    We are returning customers, last time we gave them grace but this time we are even more Extremely…read moredisappointed. After being seated, we waited a long time before anyone came to our table to take care of us. Although our server seemed to be trying his best, the overall service still fell far below expectations. Rarely checked on us throughout the meal, our grill was changed once, and never came by to offer drink refills. The food quality has also gone downhill. The rice cup portions are drastically smaller than they used to be, and the meat quality was poor. It feels like the restaurant's overall operation and standards have really declined. For the price, this experience was unacceptable, and unfortunately we won't be returning. I don't recommend it at all!!!!!!

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    Kaju Soft Tofu Restaurant

    Kaju Soft Tofu Restaurant

    3.9
    (2.9k reviews)
    6.0 mi
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    Minority-owned & operated

    I absolutely love Kaju Soft Tofu!! My friend and I came here on a Friday evening during peak dinner…read moretime, and we waited around 30-40 minutes. The wait is so worth it! This place knocks BCD out of the water. The soondubu here is incredibly flavorful, and the portions are generous for the price. I got the mild spicy beef soondubu and a mixed grain rice, and it was sooo good. Even when you mix the soup with your rice, you can still taste all of the flavors in the broth and tofu. I also love the banchan variety here-they gave us a stir-fried anchovy one that I don't typically see at other Korean restaurants as well as japchae. Of course, they give you the standard cabbage kimchi, pickled cucumbers, fish cakes, and bean sprouts. Service is fast, and even though the restaurant was packed and bustling, it still felt homey. I never felt rushed to finish eating and pay. I'll definitely be coming back here for my soondubu cravings!

    my mother and i had a mother-daughter day , we both decided on kaju for lunch as 1) we were in the…read morearea and 2) ive been wanting to try their tofu soup for the longest! kaju has a few locations, gg, irvine and buena park. kaju is known for their tofu soup and fast service! once we walked in, we were greeted immediately and were shown to our table all within 30 secs lol i knew walking in, it was gonna be delicious bc of the smell and the decor. very cultural - home-y vibes. service was really great, attentive, friendly and welcoming. endless banchan is my favorite lol , i literally get full but keep eating. my mom and i both order the dinner special i did get the chicken bulgogi and beef tofu soup (mild) my mom got the pork bulgogi and beef tofu soup we both really enjoyed our meal! their robot came to deliver my chicken bulgogi . both left full and happy :D everything was sooo delicious!! def recommend and will visit again! parking: plenty of parking. located adjacent to h-mart and PB.

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    Sonamu

    4.3
    (118 reviews)
    6.2 mi

    Best Korean food in OC with a ton of Banchan. Everything is always large portions so perfect for…read moregroups or individuals who want leftovers.

    Went here for a weekend lunch with a group and was surprised by how slow it was. There were only a…read morecouple of other tables besides ours. The stir-fried squid with noodles was delicious and came in a generous portion. The LA Galbi also tasted good, but the portion was disappointing. It looked like we got mostly small leftover pieces with very little meat compared to other Korean restaurants, especially for $33.99. The stir-fried kimchi with tofu was another letdown--the amount of tofu was very small for $36.99. The food overall was tasty, but the service was one of the strangest experiences I've had. Our banchan (side dishes) didn't come until after the appetizer, and only because we asked. We also had to ask for water. Our appetizer arrived without any sauce, and later they brought soy sauce with wasabi, which wasn't even for our seafood pancake or fried dumplings. After all of our food was served, no one came back to check on us--not even once. I'm honestly not exaggerating. The staff kept disappearing, and at one point we saw them all eating lunch together in the dining area, which made us uncomfortable interrupting them. When we were ready to leave, we needed to-go boxes and the check, but no one was around. We finally had to ask a lady who had just clocked in. Our bill was over $300, and honestly, we didn't feel the service deserved a tip. This place is a hit or miss. The food is good, and that's the only reason I'd consider coming back. Unfortunately, the service completely ruined the experience for our entire group. As much as we enjoyed the food, we wouldn't recommend this place based on the service alone.

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