Diem A.

We recently dined at Da O'n Restaurant, which currently features a Korean-Italian fusion concept, and it was such a unique and memorable experience. The dining space is cozy and intimate, with three private dining rooms. Each table has a bell you can ring for service. The service throughout the meal was very friendly and attentive. We started with the beef tartare bruschetta. The flavor was incredible, but the beef slices were very large which made it difficult to eat gracefully. For our entrees, we ordered the Napa cabbage galbi-tang soup, Steak Diane pasta, and pork galbi. The soup was just okay; it wasn't the bold, rich depth you typically expect from authentic Korean soups. However, the Steak Diane pasta was scrumptious. The sauce was unbelievably delicious. We dipped the pork galbi into it because the sauce was plentiful and it made it better. The pork galbi was already tasty on its own, but that sauce took it to another level. The chef and owner, Kevin, came to our table at the end of the meal to ask for feedback on the beef tartare bruschetta (we were the first to try it), and we happily shared our thoughts along with feedback on the entire meal. He was genuinely open and receptive and even shared the story behind the restaurant concept, which was inspired by his childhood. He also explained that the restaurant's name means "all good things will come to you," which was very meaningful. It was delightful to connect with him and see how open he was to improving his dishes. We returned a week later to try more items: the crispy cheese bites, spicy pork rosé rigatoni, hot stone spicy pork, and spicy brisket soup. The hot stone spicy pork on a bed of purple rice was one of our favorites. It was moist and very flavorful. The spicy brisket soup had a much more robust flavor than the previous soup we tried. The rosé rigatoni was sweeter than expected, but wasn't bad. The crispy cheese bites weren't our favorite. They lacked depth of flavor and had a mochi-like texture. We did order the beef tartare bruschetta again since it was one of our favorites last time, and it was even better as Kevin implemented our suggestion of cutting the beef smaller. As we were leaving, Kevin met us at the door again to get feedback on our second visit, and we really appreciated that he had already implemented some of our suggestions from the first time. Kevin - we would be happy to be your guinea pigs anytime and will be back again.

Monica T.

Got the mackerel, the gochujang pasta, and the spicy pork over rice, and everything was really good. The gochujang pasta especially stood out, super creamy and flavorful. The mackerel was cooked to perfection, and the spicy pork was really flavorful as well. Service was great! everyone was really nice and attentive. Parking was easy, which is always a plus. Unfortunately, they were sold out of the pork jewel rice cake when we went, but I'd definitely come back to try their other dishes. The ambience was really nice too, and they even have private rooms, which is great for groups or special occasions.

Sonia K.

Came with a group of friends and we loved everything we got- Soy Salmon, Steak Diane pasta, Gochujang pasta, Brisket soup, Beef galbi ribs and Spicy pork over rice. I loved the soy salmon and the gochujang pasta the most, but it's hard to pick favorites too. We loved the cocktails as well and the standout drinks were Seoul Spectrum, the Blue Plum drink and the Velveteen Brew. Definitely worth the visit and when we came it wasn't that busy either. Servers were super sweet and friendly and gave us great recommendations. Ambience is really great with private rooms for larger groups as well.

Thuy P.

We randomly picked this restaurant since we were on Katy freeway side. It turned out to be more than we anticipated . Food and service were good. The ambiance is nice. Glad we choose it.

Gina N.

Modern Take on Korean Cuisine Tony the Kitchen Manager took care of us for the night - huge thanks to him. He was absolutely delightful and passionate about the food. After he gave us a detailed run down of the menu we ordered: Beef Tartare, Soy Salmon over Rice, Steak Diane Pasta, and Spicy Brisket Soup. I'm typically a sucker for tartare, but for this tartare, not so much. It looked pretty unappetizing. Why? It looked like ground beef you'd get from the grocery store. I've never had tartare look like it came straight out of a meat grinder... and although it tasted decent, the presentation def took away from it. The Steak Diane Pasta was also a let down for us. The steak was cooked and seasoned beautifully, but the pasta was heavy and the sauce tasted reminiscent of mustard. Let's just say we opted to finish the steak. Now, on to the good stuff, the Soy Salmon over Rice. Hands down our favorite dish of the night. Since it had been marinated for so long, the salmon was a flavor bomb!! The portion of salmon was also huge, totally worth it. A purple multi grain rice, egg yolk, and bed of salad also accompanied the salmon, making for the perfect combo. The Spicy Brisket Soup was a close second - rich and perfectly spicy. Incredible. Overall, service was awesome, the food was a bit on the pricey side with some dishes falling short of expectation and other dishes just absolutley nailing it. There is room for improvements and with a few tweaks, I could see this place nailing ALL the dishes. Looking forward to see DA O'N grow.

Jacquelyn C.

Service here was great and I enjoyed the ambiance of the restaurant, however the food here is alright. We got several things to share: Army Stew: pretty basic, comes out in a large pot and has all the fixings--sausage, ramen, pork belly, tofu, etc. Steak Diane Pasta: the pasta sauce wasn't memorable, but the steak itself was tender, moist and cooked perfectly. Gochujang Pasta: was looking forward to this the most, but the dish tasted very one note--not much of a flavor profile here. The pasta was al dente, but overall very okay. Corn Cheese: again, standard Potato Pancake: this was crispy and had a nice bite to it. I quite enjoyed this. Soy Salmon: probably my favorite dish. It tasted the most flavorful as well as well-balanced. The fish was tender and seasoned and the sauce was tangy and savory. Again service was great and the staff was so welcoming and sweet, but food was just very okay to me.

Tiffany K.

Finally got the chance to visit, and wow, every dish was great! Service was fast and they were very helpful when it came to recommendations. This place is perfect for a date night, but I actually prefer going during lunch because they have a separate lunch menu that includes a kimchi bacon pasta and soondubu, both which were very good. The seafood pancake was good, average. Really enjoyed the soy marinated salmon paired with the purple rice. You have to get the pork jowl rice cakes! If you love mushroom, the Steak Diane Pasta is a steak served on a bed of mushroom pasta.

Brandon D.

My aunt and uncle wanted to treat me out for my birthday and I decided to go to Dao'n Korean modern restaurant in Houston. They're located in the old Korean area in spring branch, with plentiful parking. When we came, it was pretty packed. Every table was occupied, but luckily we had a reservation. Each table had an ambient light, giving this place some nice dinner date vibes. They have a button on the wall that you press whenever you need any service. We ordered the steak Diane pasta, pork jowl rice cake, spicy brisket soup, and the seafood pancake. The seafood pancake was huge and easy to share. It's crispy on the outside an fluffy inside, and includes squid, shrimp, and green onions. The pork jowl and rice cake come with a sweet and spicy sauce and were pretty solid, the beans felt like they were like air fried tho? They tasted very airy. The spicy brisket soup has a deep beef flavor but the really take the "spicy" very seriously in this soup they also provide some purple rice for this dish. we got the steak Diane pasta with medium rare steak. The pasta includes mushrooms and is made with Diane sauce, which is very rich yet provides a good balance of creamy and savoriness. The steak was cooked perfectly and was seasoned well. The Diane sauce was sooo soo good too. On top of that, they make their own banchan here and they refill them for free as well. The kimchi here is really good. They have some interesting Korean fusion dishes here, I want to try more pastas like the gochujang one and the kimchi carbonara. I think this place is def worth checking out.

Jason N.

I went to Da On and the pork jowl rice cake was absolutely mind blowing. The rice cake was crispy with a sweet flavor that paired really well with the rest of the dish, easily one of the best items here. I also tried the steak pasta, which was good, though I personally prefer the gochujang pasta more. The galbi tang was just okay for me and didn't have much flavor, so I probably wouldn't order that again. The pork over rice bowl was great as well and something I'd come back for every time. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and it's usually pretty slow so you can walk in without much of a wait. They also have three private rooms, which is a nice bonus if you want a more private dining experience.

Maggi W.

Korean fusion spot in Spring Branch Korea Town that I've been dying to try and I'm so glad I finally did. Everything we ordered was flavorful and well done. The corn pancake was hands down my favorite -- crispy, sweet, and so addicting. We also had the fried rice cake, bulgogi, and the pasta with steak and every dish hit the mark. Fresh ingredients, great seasoning, and good portions. Service was friendly, the space felt casual, and overall it's a spot I'll definitely be coming back to. If you go, do yourself a favor and order the corn pancake.

Yoona L.

I never order tteokboki at a restaurant because it's so easy and cheap to make at home but this was unique so we tried it. It was so good! Also got a seollongtang but forgot to take a pic. There was little meat on the bones for that soup but it was still good. The pork ribs were average compared to all the other stuff but good nonetheless. It really had that smoky flavor of the charcoal. I would recommend trying the tteokboki and the pasta.

Allison K.

I came here on a Friday night around 9 PM and it was surprisingly very empty. Here is a list of things that were ordered: Soy Salmon over Rice Spicy Brisket Soup Gochujang Pasta The soy salmon over rice is a great choice if you're looking for a dish that's on the lighter/refreshing side. The fish was marinated well and I loved how the creaminess from the salmon and egg yolk was balanced out well with the greens and purple rice. Not to mention, the fried garlic chips added a boost of flavor As for the spicy brisket soup, at first I thought the broth was a little lackluster in flavor but to be honest, after eating the soy salmon and banchan (side dishes) that were slightly more salty, that could be why. Because when I ate the leftovers the next day, I thought it was perfectly fine. I also loved how there was more beef underneath the sliced brisket so I appreciate how they're not skimping on portions! Not to mention, the beef was tender and juicy. Last but not least, the gochujang pasta. I honestly don't know if I could distinctively taste the gochujang but it was still delicious! The service was friendly, attentive, and quick- I also appreciate them boxing up our leftovers. In terms of decorations, the exterior and interior are well-designed and the bathrooms were also very clean. Overall, Da'On is a little more on the pricey side but the quality of food was solid, the presentation was great, and I hope to come back and try other dishes!

Ann L.

A modern twist on Korean food. Located in a small plaza strip. Easy to make reservation if needed. The inside was spacious with a casual and low lighting ambience. For our group of 6, we got seated in one of their private room. Their menu had a lot of their speciality items divided into different categories. We ordered the following to share as a group and it was plenty of food to go around: - seafood pancake - spicy squid and pork over rice - steak Diane pasta - gochujang pasta - soy salmon over rice - dak katsu ball - pork cutlet My favorite was the gochujang pasta and spicy squid and pork over rice. The gochujang pasta was definitely different. Not too spicy and great blend of flavors on the pasta sauce. Steak Diane pasta was also another great choice for pasta. Medium rare on the steak. The soy salmon was also good and I love that it was the purple rice versus white rice. A lot of their dishes came with purple rice and a spring mix salad. Great portion and quality was consistent between all the dishes. Services were friendly and quick. We didn't have to wait long for each dish. We were checked in often by the manager and also server. They also have a call button by the wall if you need anything. Overall, we enjoyed our dinner and I would definitely come back to try more of their menu.