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    Danbi Korean Restaurant

    4.3 (875 reviews)
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    Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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    Good for groups

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    Casey Q.

    Probably one of the best Korean food spots I've ever had here in the bay area. The service was amazing, especially with only one server running around helping everyone out. All of the food is fresh and seasoned perfectly. Other Korean spots shine in some dishes and are decent in others, but Danbi is delicious overall no matter what item. Definitely would recommend!!!

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    Khiem N.

    The food is good. I've had better. The service is meh. Parking is a slight bother but nothing terrible. The spicy fried chicken was not spicy. Like 1/8 a seedless jalapeno of heat. It was more of a pain than not to pay. They just don't have anyone working here and paying attention to customers. I've had better service at cheap AYCE places. The place looks fine. Our table was clean.

    seafood pancake, soy glazed fried chicken, spicy calamari stir fry
    Graschelle H.

    Tasty and comforting Korean food with great portions! I never fail to order a seafood pancake and this was crispy, not too oily, and generously filled with seafood and green onion, definitely one of the better I've had in the Bay. Can't go wrong with the soy glazed fried chicken either. The spicy calamari stir fry dish was something new for me and I really enjoyed the flavor! Loved the variety and freshness of the banchan too (the staff was kind enough to refill our favorites)! Service was solid and it's a clean, spacious, homey vibe inside.

    Pam K.

    This is a regular spot for my sister. She loves it here. For me, it's just ok. The service is quick and friendly. I think their seafood pancake is one of the better ones in the area. It's very crispy and flavorful. The beef jeon was not for me because it's too soft and eggy. It's my sister's favorite so to each their own. I also enjoyed how they make their kimchi. I wouldn't order the galbi tang again because the meat was tough and I didn't care for how they made the soup. The restaurant was surprisingly spacious and had an old school vibe.

    51. Osam Bulgogi, 20. Meat Jun, 3. Spicy Rice Cake, rice and Banchan.
    Aswad K.

    Good family run joint. Pictures are from two separate visits. Spicy fried chicken- was crispy, juicy and flavourful inside out. Bulgogi -enough good quality meat.

    4. Chap Chae, 11. Vegetable Pancake, and potstickers
    Melissa K.

    Yesterday, my brother, aunt, and I hosted a memorial lunch here for my mom. This restaurant has a special meaning to us as my brother and I hosted a 70th surprise party for her several years back. Pros- the food is really tasty! Several guests told me it's their go to spot for Korean food (gmta!) Janet, the new owner also ensured that some of my favorite bonchon were served. I requested the potatoes in the sweet shoyu sauce and broccoli with sesame oil, so delicious! We took up one whole section of the restaurant and the serving team was great! Cons- no private room, although I think they have the potential for one. They were super accommodating though despite this... we almost took over the restaurant, especially organizing for a group picture! We were even able to use additional tables to hold the desserts and gifts for our guests too. I thought that was very nice!

    Fried Chicken, Seafood Pancake, Bibimbap Stone Bowl
    Shayla T.

    Quaint Korean restaurant with very sweet aunties helping us! The food came out quick and delicious. Good portions for the cost too The Bibimbap Stone Bowl: my mom likes it when the rice is crispy at the edges from the stone pot but this one didn't have crisps. It definitely kept the food warm throughout the meal which was nice Fried Chicken: We chose soy garlic flavor for the chicken and it was perfect. Crispy and juicy and good amount of flavor without being too salty. We also got the soon dubu and there was a lot of tofu and toppings which was great!! Staff was friendly and replenished our banchans often. We got lucky with street parking right in front of the restaurant.

    27. Kimchi & Pork Soft Tofu
    Danielle Y.

    We came here for dinner after we had originally planned to go to the soft opening of Rice Junky Katsu but the wait was too long. We got seated right away even though the restaurant was pretty packed. We ordered pork tofu soup and fried chicken. The tofu soup I got it in medium spicy. It had no spice but the flavor was good. The fried chicken was only chicken wings/drumsticks, but still good. The servers were super nice even though they were super busy. I would come back!

    14. Bul Go Gi (D)
    Devin M.

    9/10 Tried Korean food for the first time here, and impressed! We started with the Beef Short Ribs an absolute must-order. Perfectly sweet and savory, tender, and bursting with flavor. Easily a 10/10! The Bulgogi was good--definitely on the sweeter side with plenty of green onions. Not my top pick compared to the short ribs, but still tasty if you like a sweeter profile. The Hot Bibimbap was another highlight. The mix of fresh veggies, beef, and that perfect runny yolk made every bite delicious. The slight sweetness from the beef balanced nicely with the savory rice and vegetables. Even the sides stood out--the kimchi was flavorful and had just the right kick, and I really enjoyed the potato banchan as well. Service was fast and efficient, staff were attentive, and the ambiance was warm and spacious great for families or larger groups. Overall, if you come here, make sure to get the Beef Short Ribs and the Bibimbap--those two alone make the visit worth it!

    Seafood soft tofu soup 5/5
    Vanessa P.

    Solid spot for soft tofu soup! I ordered the seafood sundubu-jjigae in the spiciest level they had, super delicious! Velvety spoonfuls of silken tofu, with bubbling hot, tasty broth, absolute perfection. Great selection of banchan, very yummy, and love the refills! My mom said she would definitely order the mackerel again, it was lightly salted and fresh. Family also liked the bibimbap and the fried rice dish. I came after work right when they opened for dinner and it was a nice, relaxing atmosphere. It was quiet, and after a hectic day, I really needed that . Inside was clean, spacious, and had several dining tables. Their staff is excellent, very welcoming, warm and efficient! I've come here with coworkers before and they highlighted their cheese hot stone pot and the galbi tang that I want to come back and try next time!

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    Roxanne C.

    I think this is my fourth or fifth time here! I usually get the mushroom tofu soup with vegetarian broth or the tofu bibimbap. The tofu soup is the best I've had in the bay. The tofu bibimbap isn't anything special but I still liked it. I wish there was more variety in the vegetables instead of just the four veggies. Service is good! They apologized for the wait but I genuinely don't think we waited very long. There's street parking right in front of the restaurant and also a small lot to the left.

    29. Bibimbap (no hot stone)
    Angela P.

    pros: -fast service -comforting and convenient -lots of seating available -food is consistently yummy! cons: -none

    15. Bulgogi
    Megan L.

    10/10 authentic Korean food. All the banchan was perfectly seasoned and the tteokbokki was perfectly cheesy and spicy without being too greasy. Good service and homey family owned restaurant vibe.

    13. Spicy Rice Cake and 15. Bulgogi

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    Is there any Gluten Free options here? My wife has a Gluten allergy.

    Stick to rice dishes like the hot stone pots. Chapchae is made with noodles made out of sweet potato starch. Go for the soups. Bulgogi. Korean restaurants have far more gluten-free options than most other types of restaurants.

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    4.5(172 reviews)
    4.0 miAlum Rock/East Foothills
    $$

    We ordered the large chicken combo (soy honey glazed and spicy garlic), the tteokbokki, and the…read morebibimbap and they were alllll so yummy! This doesn't even include the banchan and the free potstickers they gave us... Which leads me to the service!! The owner/manager lady is so sweet and always greets with a smile. The servers are attentive and always followed up with us. The restaurant is well-lit and there is a size-able parking lot in the back, making it easy to find.

    BigSpoon is a Korean restaurant on Alum Rock's/East Side's White and McKee, an area I don't go to…read morethat often. The reason why I came over here fairly recently was because I visited cousins and cousin in law that live near to give them Valkyries shirts and other shirts they'll send to the Philippines in over a month, and since they plan to be sending clothes over while telling me about the place, I gave them my Kate Martin and Kaitlyn Chen jerseys for the trouble as I needed to make room for my Veronica Burton jersey, which I wore when I met up with them, and my upcoming violet Gabby Williams one. (Go Valks!) The noteworthy parts the place has are the real good amount of banchan dishes, bibimbap and the short rib, the spicy one in particular. While I probably will not visit the place again anytime soon, at least I can keep this place in mind if I want Korean food without driving to Santa Clara. There's plenty of parking behind the spot. As you come in, the place looks simple, but it works. You have the adorable ajumma/ajumni to take your order. The stuff I ordered. I had water, banana milk and kimchi fried rice. Since I was the only one that had more than 1 drink, I told my cousins and cousin in law the banana milk, and they did bring up how on occasion, you see the drink in K-dramas. Of course, we laughed on how my parents never got into K-dramas and while I'm at it, Filipino dramas. Oh well. Oh, there's no doubt the food is good, and the place is too legit (to quit) as I did hear Korean from a different table. As I typed up, there are plenty of banchan dishes. Not Los Angeles amount of banchan dishes, but there are plenty of banchan dishes never the less. The kimchi fried rice dish may be simple, but it does give off that homey feel. Can't forget how Big actually is affordable, the big reason why my cousins and cousin in law like the place so much. The reason why the place doesn't get a perfect score. The place would have received a perfect score if, the major matter I remember here, the place has mul naengmyun (my favorite Korean dish). Originally, I wanted Japanese ramen before my cousins mentioned this place, and I was ready to pivot to having mul naengmyun, but I was told that the place doesn't carry the noodle dish. (Being a very good and logical dish to eat for at the very least half of the year in a city like here San Jose is the reason why of all of the Korean dishes, I like mul naengmyun the most.) There probably is one or two minor flaws I already forgot, but the lack of mul naengmyun is the dead on reason why I don't give the place a perfect score. On a side note, it's nice that I told the group what banana milk and mul naengmyun are, and by doing so, they learn something new regarding eating at Korean spots just in case. BigSpoon is a good spot. While it may not be as iconic as the places in Santa Clara, it is a good spot never the less. It does a good job at being a Korean spot for an area that is more so known for Mexican food. If you live on the east side, head on over here because the place should get your attention. +/BigSpoon is brilliant and spiffy because it has a terrific combination of good simple food, affordability and wonderful service. -/If only the place also has mul naengmyun.

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    Shin’s Tofu - Shin's Tofu House menu

    Shin’s Tofu

    4.5(357 reviews)
    2.3 miNorth Valley
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Family-owned & operated

    This place is always popular at night and decided to give it a try after passing by numerous times…read morelooking into the window and browsing the menu. I'm glad I did and was definitely delighted by the experience. Hot Stone Bibimbap 5/5: There was a review on Yelp saying that there was no crunchy rice at the bottom and that it was bland. As a fellow Korean, let me give you some advice. Wait a few minutes and let the rice cook more because the stone bowl is still hot. lift up the bottom until you see crunchy bits and then you could start mixing. Excellent mix of seasoned vegetables and rice. They give you the gochujang bottle sauce on the side. you can adjust it to your level. Soon Tofu Soup 5/5. I've had a lot of tofu soup of what I like about this one is that it had a good balance of tofu, kimchi was not super sour like some restaurants and they give you an egg on the side. Very clean finish. Banchan 5/5: The highlight for me was the banchan. I went with a very picky eater friend and she really loved the kimchi ,the cucumber kimchi ,the fish cakes, japchae. They put a lot of effort into making the banchan - which I recognize right away. They also fill up if you run out and the dishes are larger than normal restaurants. Amazing. You read my mind. Interior 4/5: It is a smaller, more intimate seating.( about 25-30 people) . It still has the vibes of of a Korean eatery with K-pop music playing on the TV screen, wooden benches and chairs. You'll have to wait a bit if you go during peak hours and parking is a bit difficult. I suggest going within the first hour they open up when there's less crowds.

    My daughter and I were both feeling pretty under the weather and really craving some comforting…read moresoup. We found this place on Yelp and couldn't believe they were so close to our house. I initially tried placing an order online, but it wouldn't go through. I called instead and the guy on the phone was really helpful and explained that one of the items on their website had an inaccurate description. I ended up ordering the beef tofu soup instead. He told me it would take about 15-20 minutes, and by the time we got there around the 15 minute mark, everything was already ready to go. The soup was SO good. Plenty of tofu and a generous amount of beef. I also loved all the sides they included along with a bowl of rice. Every side dish was delicious, but the kimchi especially stood out. Honestly some of the best kimchi I've had in a long time. The portion was enough for both my daughter and I to share, though that's probably because we're both sick and couldn't eat too much. We're definitely looking forward to ordering from here again. Would love to try the seafood pancake and some of their other dishes next time!

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    Daeho Kalbi Jjim & Beef Soup

    Daeho Kalbi Jjim & Beef Soup

    4.4(1.5k reviews)
    5.0 mi
    $$

    Genuinely so impressed with my experience here and cannot wait to visit again. I stopped by on a…read moreFriday evening, and it was insanely busy. You'll have to wait at least thirty minutes unless you get there extremely early. My party of nine was seated around 45 minutes after we first joined the waitlist. However, we were able to order our food ahead of time. The atmosphere of the restaurant was bustling and noisy, a super fun and casual spot. Our dishes arrived minutes after we sat down, which was impressive. There was also a variety of delicious side dishes, with various types of kimchi. The nine of us split two braised beef short rib dishes - and we were struggling to finish it all. The portion size is massive, which makes sense since it's a pretty penny. The meat was so tender, literally falling off the bone. There were a ton of potatoes, daikon, rice cake, and carrots as well. The entire dish was savory and delicious, pairing perfectly with rice. You can also specify your spice level. The medium spice was a fair amount of spice but not overpowering. I highly recommend getting the cheese on top, it provides a creamy contrast to the sharp flavors of the meat. I'm still thinking about the braised beef short rib - it was just that delicious!

    My sister and I ordered the kalbijjim short ribs topped with cheese, and wow--this dish was…read moreabsolutely outstanding. The short ribs were incredibly tender, practically falling off the bone, and the sauce was rich, savory, and deeply flavorful. The melted cheese on top added a creamy, indulgent layer that made the dish even more satisfying. The banchan that came with the meal were delightful and well-prepared, offering a nice variety of flavors that complemented the main dish perfectly. Service was great--friendly, attentive, and welcoming throughout the meal. The restaurant itself is on the smaller side, but it adds to the cozy and intimate dining atmosphere.

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    If you come before noon during the weekday, there are several tables open.

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    4.0(416 reviews)
    2.4 miNorth Valley
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    We came here for lunch with the family on Saturday around 1 pm. Most of the popular items were sold…read moreout, such as a seafood pancakes, kalbi short ribs, and bossam pork. I ordered the bibimbap pork rice. When it was brought to me, the waitress told me they were out of the sauce so it was very bland. Also to know they were sold out of seafood, squid, and bulgogi bibimbap. Half of the menu items were not available. There were also only 2 Bachan dishes. Kimchi and broccoli. Very disappointed.

    I've been to Jeonju a handful of times, and unfortunately the experience has gone downhill each…read morevisit. The first two times were great -- they served a wide variety of banchan and the seafood tofu soup was packed with fresh shrimp, clams, octopus, mussels, and squid. My daughter also loved the galbijjim. On our third visit, we arrived right at 5 PM and were told they would open shortly because the cook was on lunch. We waited until 5:20 and they still weren't serving, so we ended up leaving. Our most recent visit was the last straw. They only offered two types of banchan (not even kimchi), and they were out of all dishes that included meat or beef. It was surprising for a Korean restaurant to not have Korean BBQ or short ribs available. My seafood tofu soup barely had any seafood, and I had to point out to the waiter that there was no shrimp at all. He later returned with a cheap frozen seafood mix and said they use a seafood mix, which was disappointing considering the higher quality seafood they used to serve (including head-on shrimp). They also did not serve the usual purple rice this time -- instead we were given dry white rice that seemed reheated. There was only one server handling all the tables and cleaning, so service was slow. It's disappointing because the quality used to be much better. Based on our recent experiences, we will not be returning anytime soon.

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