My friend grew up in Nova, and his favorite KBBQ is Makchang Dodook. He says it's the best for AYCE…read morein terms of quality and price. I've never heard of this spot before, and you typically will not find me in Springfield. However, a few of us made lunch plans this past Good Friday to take advantage of the $29.99 AYCE weekday lunch pricing. We got three rounds of beef brisket (chadol), one thin & thick pork belly (samgyupsal) each, and half an order of large intestine (daechang). The chadol was a little too fatty than I'd like, but it was high quality and comparable to non-AYCE options like Meokja Meokja. I didn't love the thin samgyupsal as much, but the thick version was so meaty and juicy. The intestines were a fatty treat, and I was good with just a couple bites. We had to ask for ssamjang and sesame oil for sauces, which they were generous with giving. Our server was pretty attentive, but we thought it was weird that he cooked the thin samgyupsal and the beef brisket at the same time. As for sides, we asked for lots of them (sadly our corn cheese never came). The fermented soybean stew was strong, but a bit too salty at the end. The egg bomb was fluffy and delicious. They also have ramen (aka shin ramen) which we enjoyed by adding several pieces of chadol and letting it soak in there to get that deep meaty flavor. I enjoyed the kimchi throughout the meal, which was the perfect "not quite fresh, but still crunchy" texture. Overall, we ate to our heart's content. I definitely would be back for more chadol, thick samgypsal, and a bit of daechang in the future. The $30 pricing is a steal for the amount of food we got, but I'd hesitate to pay for the $40 dinner price. I don't eat enough at AYCE spots to get my money's worth, so I would rather spend that $40 at a non-AYCE spot for higher quality cuts like galbi and rib tips.

Great ambience and the waitress was wonderful! Food was really good. We got the prime combo. The…read moresteak was phenomenal! A real dining experience! Another fun surprise was the cucumber soup which was really quite good. We will be back!

3.9/5 Had the jjajangmyun a couple of times. It's pretty…read moregood for it being a food court. The price currently is at $8.99 per bowl. It's definitely not gourmet like jangwon in centreville but it definitely will be the spot to go for a quick fix since it's so close to home. Their tangsuyuk was alright- it had a bit of a porky smell the recent time we went but hoping that was just a rare situation.

Am surprised how good it is here. Love Korean food. Even better when you can go into a grocery…read morestore, and then get a meal. The convenience factor alone is huge. In the northern Virginia area, time isn't always a luxury. That's why this appeals to me. Wonderful employees. You'll always feel welcome here. The barbecue chicken with kimchi works for me. It is delicious. Also you get generous portions here. That alone is a reason to stop in. Be sure to as I will be here tonight.

Best tasting food and great efficient service . I would say their combos are the best value!read more

The flavor of the meat in this restaurant is so delicious! We enjoyed the cheese corn and the angry…read moreegg which comes free with your order as well as all the wonderful Kim chi, radish, mashed potatoes, salad, onions, and dipping sauces made from soy sauces and sesame seeds. It is a small place, but the meats are fresh and tender. We had the bulgogi, galbi, and pork ribs and they were all delicious. Our favorite meat is the marinated rib tips. It has the best flavor when grilled. This restaurant is the best Korean barbecue in Northern Virginia. We like it better than all the other Korean BBQ places because the marinade is excellent and the place is smaller than most places , but service is good. They prefer to grill everything for you. We will definitely come back and refer others. They do not take reservations. You need to come get on the waitlist and wait...most of the time it's over an hour long. They will call you when your table is close to being ready. Highly recommend getting the marinated bulgogi and a marinated rib tips they are super flavorful!

Absolutely loved this place! The food was delicious, and the service was wonderful. We had such a…read moregreat experience and will definitely be back. Highly recommend!

Food amazing!!! Service amazing!!!…read moreThe ambiance was great! Able to talk with the girlies and eat amazing food!

First off, the chicken? Ridiculously crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and coated in…read moresauces that actually stick instead of sliding off. The soy garlic had that perfect sweet-salty balance, and the spicy one brought real heat without overpowering the flavor. But the real game changer: they now offer AYCE (all-you-can-eat) EVERY DAY. Yeah, not just weekends. If you're the type who orders "one more round" every time... this is your place. It's dangerous in the best way. Service was quick, vibes were casual and fun, and portions kept coming out fresh--not sitting under heat lamps. Perfect spot for a hang with friends or when you just want to go all-in on fried chicken. If you're even slightly craving Korean fried chicken, go. And go hungry.

About a 3-3.5: This Chi Mc is located in the Burke Village Center Associates plaza, and as other…read moreChi Mc locations, they offer a similar menu of various apps, wings, drumsticks, and sides. I particularly like this location, as they have different items that you don't see at other locations, like the buns and the beefed up jahp chae! We have done several carry-outs from here, and have ordered: +Bulgogi Buns - bao buns filled with a generous amount of bulgogi, topped with spicy mayo, kimchi slaw, and scallions; will need to consume these right away, as it does get soggy and drippy with the mayo and the kimchi slaw liquid +Japchae - this comes topped with bulgogi, which was an unexpected surprise! We opt out of the mushrooms and the red peppers, and the jahp chae isnt overly greasy/oily +Soy Garlic wings - the sizes of the wings are a little bit larger here, and they could brush a bit more sauce on the wings; not as crispy as other places +Hot wings - the sizes of the wings are a little bit larger here, and they could brush a bit more sauce on the wings; definitely has a kick; not as crispy as other places The staff here are very friendly, and they are pretty busy with call-aheads and to-go orders. Orders usually take between 20-25 minutes. Plenty of parking in the large plaza lot. +Bulgogi Buns +beefed up Jahp Chae +friendly service +parking available

The taste is authentic Korean AF. Almost all staff are Koreans and the soup were really delicious…read moreand soulful. It's a perfect dish when rainy and snowy days. The meat-based soup brought our spirits back after a tough training session for me and my friend. We both got galbitang. It was so good. I also recommend the fried dumplings. The decor is pretty simple. There's a few private tables away from the main arrangement of tables. There are about 5 parking spots right outside. If you cannot get a spot, you'll have to drive past this building to a bigger parking lot by the other shops and walk back here. Not a big deal. Takeaway: the portion is giant. If you don't eat a lot, share one. Soup is 5/5 flavorful AF.

Great bone broth soup and good Korean restaurant. The knuckle was a little tough. Definitely…read morehomemade and very rich flavor. The combination beef and veggies came in two portion sizes. Actually just wish there were less veggies because the ratio was off. The kimchi was great. Shredded scallions were really nice. Radish kimchi was also good. Best kimchi in Annandale! Good service and refills on the sides (banchan)

Tucked into the back corner of Global Foods like a Korean food court stall cosplaying as a real…read morerestaurant, Ohmani Bap is doing solid, no-nonsense work for a strip mall supermarket in Woodbridge. Quality-wise, this is Hmart food court energy -- which is a compliment. The jajangmyun and soondubu are both dependable standbys, though you'll pay a couple bucks more here than you would at Hmart for the privilege. Where things get spicy (not the good kind) is when you start comparing prices to actual sit-down Korean restaurants: $19 for kimchi pajeon and $31 for LA galbi is the kind of pricing that makes you double-check you're still in a food court and not an actual BBQ joint with table service and a grill built into your table. That said -- the owners are genuinely friendly, service is fast, and portions come stacked with the right supporting cast: miso soup, pickled veggies, kimchi, all present and accounted for. No corner-cutting on the banchan front. Is it the cheapest Korean food in Northern Virginia? No. Is it convenient if you're already at Global Foods and craving Korean comfort food? Absolutely. There's not much else competing for this niche in the area, so it fills a real gap -- just go in knowing you're paying food-court-plus-tax-and-then-some prices for some items. Pro tip: they're closed Tuesdays, so don't make the pilgrimage only to stare at a locked gate.

Small quaint restaurant located inside the grocery store. Small seating area but fun K-pop music…read moreplaying. Food was delicious and large portions! We will be back!

TLDR: An incredible hidden gem serving some of the best Korean food I've had. Outstanding bossam,…read moregenerous portions, warm hospitality, and a cozy atmosphere make this an easy 10/10. What feels like a hidden gem serves some of the best Korean cooking I've tasted. The bossam was incredibly aromatic and came with a massive portion of fresh kimchi that was cut tableside, making for a fun dining experience. Together, it was more than enough to satisfy two hungry diners. The banchan selection was equally impressive and paired beautifully with the meal. The restaurant itself is cozy, clean, and welcoming, while the service felt warm, genuine, and comforting, almost like dining in someone's home. My only suggestion would be to offer a more fermented kimchi option as a side dish. All of the kimchi we tried was very fresh, and I personally would have loved a tangier, more developed flavor. Overall, this is an easy 10 out of 10. I would absolutely recommend it and will definitely be back.

This is a mom and pop shop that seasons the food just right to where you don't feel like any one…read moreflavor overpowers the others. The bulgogi is such a case. My favorite thing is they don't just serve water, they serve bottomless hot tea! Yes the food is good, but how often do you get served unlimited tea? Appetizers are a bit on the pricey side ranging from $9 to $19, however the more expensive ones are large portion sizes. We couldn't finish both the appetizer and entree before getting full. Entrees are the typical prices between $15 to $20 with the special dishes being more than that. The 4 star is mostly because of the prices, but the experience was good. The service is great and everyone is very attentive and ready to recommend dishes and provide refills.

This might be one of my favorite spots, and most people would walk right past it. Tucked in the…read moreback of the grocery store, totally unassuming, and quietly serving some of the best Korean food you can imagine. Nothing here ever misses. The soups, the bulgogi, the dumplings, the bibimbap, and don't skip the jjamppong, all made fresh and packed with flavor. I try something new every time I go and I've yet to be disappointed once. It's my go-to for lunch. Come hungry.

About a 1-1.5: Hate to do this to you, Mat Jib, but not sure if you had a change in the preparation…read moreof your meals or a new team of chefs/cooks - we used to come here for their simple Korean/Japanese/Chinese-Korean fare, but the food is just not the same. I was curious about their spicy squid stir-fry, and I asked the ahjumma how it was; she said it was the best thing on the menu and the most popular; unfortunately, the dish was inedible - the squid wasn't fresh, it was too rubbery/overcooked, and there was a fishy odor and taste to it; the sauce wasn't savory and spicy, but more watered down. This was tossed. We also tried the jajangmyun, which was not great, either - the noodles were overcooked, and the jajang sauce was thin and watered down, making this a super bland dish. There's no banchan 'buffet' anymore, so you'll have to ask for a refill up at the front. Service is friendly. Located inside HMart, there's plenty of parking in the plaza lot. +inconsistent food items +friendly service +located inside HMart +plenty of parking in the plaza lot

Even after several new restaurants that serve kimbap have appeared, this is still my go-to place…read morefor kimbap. Nice big pieces, wrapped compactly with good rice to filling ratio... and easy to-go. Very happy they're in the neighborhood... and decently priced.

For a place with 75+ menu items, I'm impressed with Myung Ga. Most restaurants flop trying to…read morejuggle too many dishes - not Myung Ga. My friend took me here the flavors were amazing. We ordered jjampong sujaebi, dolsot bibimbap, and the classic tteokbbokki. I cannot find a thing to complain about. Bibimbap was on-point delicious. The waitress said jjampong sujaebi was her personal favorite. It was my first time having that soup. It was really good. Tteokbbokki also taste great especially since we shared all the dishes. By itself it may be overwhelming because it's soft in texture overall and flavor can be in a single profile. Other dishes will complement it. The staff were really friendly and helpful. It's not a high-end restaurant and I like it that way. It's familiar. All those fancy decorations will jack up the prices. All the dishes here are reasonably priced if not cheap for the area. The quality and taste of the food, however, are punching way above their prices. I will try their kimbap next time. There's a lot I could come back to try for. Plenty of parking spaces out front but the traffic roundabouts on the way there can be mind-bending. The seats are designed to seat 4 people max, FYI.