I would say it is exactly what the server said. Get your dish to go . All items - Tool it home and reworked it As veggies were cooked as rice. All the ingredients were here and plain. Rice - veggies some sides hot sauce. Sprouts - tofu. When I got home - I crisped out the tofu in sesame oil Stir fried the the rest added Coconut Aminos Added rice Rice vinegar Basically It's to take home and rework it your way . Worked for me. It's out of way in. Commercial space . read more

Fusion usually makes me wary, but the lure of bibimbap drew me in. The restaurant is a bright, small space with a handful of tables. My host was very friendly, and we talked about the soccer game on television. Along with the bibimbap I was served three banchan (kimchi, daikon radish, and cucumber), which were okay, nothing more. The bibimbap was small, and quite good. I could've used more banchan, maybe a bit more bibimbap. My host/waiter was great; too bad the food wasn't equally great. read more

Eli's Eatery - Bibimbap - Korean Near Me - Morris Plains, New Jersey

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Nice and clean inside and the staff is nice. Good variety in the menu. The tonkatsu with sauce on top was very pleasant and generously portioned. The tofu soup was on the seafood side, which isn't my personal preference but they give you a good amount. The wings were crispy and flavorful. read more

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The Korean chicken wings and Bibimbap are incredibly delicious. The flavor and aroma is an adventure. The service was fast and fresh. Had it as take away so I'm not sure about the restaurant vibe but I'm sure it's cool because the food was great. Will definitely go back again and again. read more

Went for lunch. Ordered the chicken katsu lunch special and hot korean style fried wings app. The katsu was plentiful but didn't taste as I expected it to. It tasted like it had maybe Italian seasoning in the breading. The wings were all right but not spicy as we'd expected from the description. A service note I found odd: Initially none of the lunch panchan came out with the katsu, as described on the menu, just rice. Our server left. Then I got his attention and inquired about the items in the lunch description -I was told that the broccoli and chayote were not available but did I want the kimchee? Well yes: I wanted the lunch I ordered as described on the menu. Or to know ahead of time that items would not be coming with the meal. The server then brought out kimchee and some pickled, very sweet carrot and what appeared to be daikon. I see the other reviews are quite positive. Part of why we went. I am sharing my experience bc I would want to know as the owner or someone considering going. read more

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I read the reviews and I don't understand it. We went for lunch and there were no other patrons. Is that why it was cold there? Yes it is cold outside but I had hoped that the restaurant would be warmer. The food was meh at best. I had the kimchee stew which I could barely eat. In addition, the food was too expensive for why you get. The one good thing is the service. Friendly staff who tried to help which why I gave it 2 stars. I would never recommend and would never go back. There are too many good options these days to go for mediocre expensive food. read more

Ordered a ton of food off door dash and promptly delivered within an hour. Korean fried chicken was well fried, not too greasy. Jap chae with beef was a hit, cooked very well. Pork belly bun was tasty, fatty. Kimbap beef was yummy I have had Galbi jjim before and usually it's a stew like dish, but this was more saucy? Either way, it was good, it was slightly different than what I expected. Either way, really good food all around and definitely would order again. read more

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Great service, nice ambiance and good food. Eli and his crew are very welcoming and explain what everything is. The food was good quality . The patio seating is very cute. Highly recommend. The wings were my absolute favorite- crispy with a sweet and savory flavor- yum! read more

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From Morris Plains' own Woodam, Chef Eli is BACK! Run by Eli and David (who previously ran Woodam), Eli's Eatery is much more casual than it's counterpart. That being said, the food is much more authentic, while tastefully carrying elements of fusion flavor (it's a solid entry level for newcomers to Korean cuisine, and they do it very well). Note that this eatery is located in a strip mall off RT-10 and may be hard to miss, but it's absolutely worth it. My wife and I walked in early evening on a Tuesday and we're warmly greeted by David, who explained how they had just opened up and had a more casual menu. The restaurant also had a lot of great options for kids (12 American dishes, each under $10). We were pretty hungry and decided on 3 items - spicy pork kimbap kimchi jjigae (kimchi stew), and kalbi Jjim (short rib stew). Total pretax was $43, so ~$20pp. Spicy Pork Kimbap - the roll was big (don't let the photo fool you). Loved how it wasn't loaded with rice, and you could tell the flavorful pork was just cooked. Wasn't super spicy, and the cross section showed that they assembled the roll very neatly - had pickled radish, carrot, and cucumber along with the pork. The other kimbaps are similarly priced ($8-$9) and they had a lot of interesting options aside from the normal ones Kimchi Jjigae - the broth was very comforting, and also not particularly spicy. You could tell they used a less fermented kimchi for the stew. The pork belly was nicely cut (not hot pot thinness, this belly had some good chew!), and the bits of rice cake added some nice texture. Came with a choice of white or brown rice, which paired well. Kalbi Jjim - my favorite of the night! The 4 chunks of short rib were HUGE and so tender (think 'falls apart in your mouth' level), having great beefy flavor and a light and not cloying sweetness. The bits of carrot and radish added to the fun of eating this thicker stew, and the broth doubled as a gravy for the rice. Service - servers and David checked on us frequently and we're quick to refill water, and after the meal David chatted with us a bit. Along with our check, we got a $10 voucher for a future visit, in celebration of their Grand Opening. Ambience - not too casual (definitely a sit down), but doesn't feel too formal. --------- I know $20+ per person may not be the cheapest dinner, but if you're looking for a change of pace, this is well worth it. We were stuffed after the meal and very satisfied. The area needs more Asian food options, and this is a really nice addition to the Korean restaurants in the area. We'll be back! read more

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Let me be the first to welcome Eli and David to Parsippany. While the address may be Morris Plains, Eli's Eatery in 100% in Parsippany and a great new addition to what is already town packed worh many different cuisines to satisfy most cravings. Eli's is in the Galleria 10 Plaza o Route 10 East between Powder Mill Road and Route 53. As you are coming down the hill, you will see a strip mall to the right that is home to Eli's. "Korean Fusion " is a warm welcome to the Route 10 Corridor that could probably use a few more restuarnts to serve those living close by. Picking a meal was not easy task as there were many great selections to choose from. Despite the selection, choose the Chicken Bokkeumbap (wok fried rice with egg, bean sprouts, corn, scallions, soy and sesame) that was accompanied with kimchi, pickled chayote, and broccoli) Called in the order on opening day after seeing that they were finally open. The order was ready as promised and was lucky enough to meet Eli and David who are the run Eli's. The food was great and was happy the sides were separated and not mixed all together. No doubt there are other great menu items to choose from that I will explore on future visits. Definitely a great place for those looking for new and exciting cuisine to try out. One thing that makes this restuarnt stand out is a pretty extensive kids menu that is not Korean food. While there are some kids that may be adventurous, a lot of kids when going out for food can ruin a good meal. Rest assured, they have items such as Peanut butter and Jelly, hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken fingers, spaghetti, as well as a bunch of other kid friendly options that will satisfy even the pickiest of eaters, while the parents can enjoy some Korean Fusion. Im.sire down the road I will explore other options, bur I was very happy with my meal and look forward to future visits. Thank you Eli and Davis for your hospitality and a great meal. Welcome to Parsippany! While I chose to take out, the do offer a dining area to eat in. Can definitely see myself bringing a favorite bottle of wine to accompany some Korean cuisine. read more

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Delicious and fresh Korean food right in Morris County! Their Bibimbap was outstanding, and so were the appetizers

The food here is really tasty! I've had the japchae and spicy pork bulgogi, both are excellent!

Good food, friendly staff, and indoor/ outdoor seating. The staff was great at asking about food allergies/ dietary issues and was helpful with ordering, ensuring we got what we could eat accordingly. He was very friendly and attentive and checked in on us often. While we waited for our food, we got some things to snack on- Some broccoli and pickles. We each ordered the lunch specials, which were very large. We left very full and enjoyed our meal. read more

We love Korean food, always have to travel to Palisade Park for a good meal, now it's just 5 minutes away from home. Familiar face from Woodam BBQ, this is definitely a great option for casual dining. Korean Fusion with less spice and more sweet taste compare to authentic korean dishes. Will definitely be our regular lunch takeout and dinner BYOB outdoor dining with their black cat next door. read more

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Great food and service in a casual setting. Excellent food and something for everyone. You have to try this place! read more

Eli's Eatery - Bulgogi - Korean Near Me - Morris Plains, New Jersey

The wings were delicious! We were looking forward to the pork buns but they were sold out. We especially liked the broccoli with sesame oil.

Terrific new Korean Fusion restaurant in Morris county! For appetizer, we had the Dukbokki (rice cake in chili sauce). We added the mozzarella and instead of the usual shredded pizza style, they use chunks of fresh mozzarella. It's a nice change of pace. Main course we had the Tangsuyuk (fried pork with sweet sour sauce) and Kalbijim (short rib in ginger soy garlic sauce). Both dishes were delicious! The fusion style of the restaurant were very obvious in the dishes we ordered. All three were a blend of Korean and other styles like Chinese. All ingredients were very fresh and they really seem to make an effort to use the best of everything hence the use of fresh mozz in the rice cake. The restaurant is located in a strip mall on Rte 10. The location used to be a pho restaurant and it can be easy to miss while driving as the restaurant isn't very visible from a driver's pov. Plenty of safe accessible parking. Restaurant has a clean and modern feel. The service was exceptional as it was prompt and super friendly! David was very helpful with insight to menu choices. And then the chef Eli himself came out to quickly say hi. Highly recommended! read more

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Great food. Delicious and friendly service.. This is a must try. Everything on the menu is fantastic. Recommend the chicken katsu! read more

I've been here a few times since it opened and every time it's been amazing. Wether it's dining in or taking out it's great. I genuinely don't know what else to say other than try this place and I bet you'll love it. I could legit eat the Korean fried chicken wings by the pound. read more

Today I made the Boys travel a bit further to try Eli's Eatery in Morris Plains. It's a Korean Fusion Restaurant. I had no complaints about the extra mileage.Big thanks to Rody who took great care of the Boys. By the way we all ordered off their $12 Lunches Menu!!! We started with Dukbokki , rice cake in Chili Sauce with vegetables and beef!!!! Excellent dish. The Boys were very happy. We got a vegetarian version for Bob , the vegetarian in the group. We also had the Pork Belly Buns which were delicious !!! For entrees we had the following: Bibimbap , Bokkeubap with Shrimp, Chicken Katsu and Bulgogi !!!! read more

Welcoming host, tasty and flavorful food. Thank you for the complimentary salad. We'd recommend Haemul Bokkeum.

Recently my son and I visited Huckleberry Play and they mentioned that we could order from a new Korean Fusion place downstairs and have it delivered to the play place. Incredibly Eli's eatery serves both kid friendly (chicken tenders, PB & J, etc) and KOREAN food. You can order it right at the front desk at Huckleberry Play. The food was absolutely out of this world and that was only through takeout, I can't imagine what it must be like in person. I'd highly recommend getting this wonderful take on Korean food, it's absolutely delicious! read more

The food was great! The staff were friendly & kind. The food was flavorful & filling. The music was great, not too loud at all. I loved looking at the art on the walls, the restaurant was decorated very well & was very clean. So glad I came back! read more

Wow, a real find for good Korean food! Light fusion, tending more to a pure Korean cuisine. Very accommodating service staff and happy to please. Can modify spice to taste. I liked the kimchi stew with pork. Also good was the tofu and shrimp soup. read more

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What an amazing jewel tucked away! Some of the best Korean food I've tasted outside of Little Korea in NYC. Don't miss the rice cake appetizer which instantly became our favorite thing. They have great lunch specials, too! The owner is also quite nice. read more

I was skeptical reading reviews bc it's hard to find quality, authentic Asian food in this area. Family of 4 was hungry so we got the Korean chicken wings, japchae, fried rice (spicy and regular), beef and seafood tofu soup, and braised short ribs. Food came out hot (be careful you don't burn yourself) and timely and was full of flavor. The only complaint is I would prefer less sweetness in the japchae and short rib. The favorite was the smoked wok flavor noted in the fried rice. Hope they do well bc we plan on getting regular meals here. read more

My wife and have collectively lived in Korea for 6 years and I can tell you that this is delicious Korea food. I didn't have any fusion dishes, but we had the japchae, bibimbop, Galbi-Jim and the kimbop, all excellent. read more

My friend and I had delicious lunches at Eli's. Service was excellent and my bibimbap and my friend's bulgogi were tasty with just the right amount of seasoning. We will meet there again. read more

I was so glad when this Korean eatery opened in my area. I've tried multiple dishes here, and they've all exceeded my expectations! The Bokkeumbap fried rice which we got with beef was savory with just the right spice. The pork katsu was crispy and tasty, with yumm sauce, and the fish katsu was flaky and on point, with thick cuts of fish! The samgeolpso (spicy pork belly), daeji (stir fried pork tenderloin with veg) were all perfectly seasoned and cooked. I could eat this multiple times a week! The staff there are quick to make the food and very friendly. 10/10 recommend! read more

Eli's Eatery is perched upon a hill on route 10 East in Morris Plains making it a bit difficult to find. Once you have found it and eaten here you won't miss it again. The restaurant is sleek and modern in décor with a garden like outside dining area. Service is quick and efficient. The standouts we had were the Korean chicken wings; meaty ,crispy, a bit sweet, served with a side of cubed daikon. The other dish we really enjoyed was the dol sot bibimap which was served in a sizzling stone vessel. The result was crispy rice bits mixed in with veggies and diner's protein preference. A surprising pleaser was the soba noodles perfectly cooked with the diner's protein preference Portions were generous and the food was well cooked and presented. Prices were very reasonable. Enjoy this new gem on Route 10! read more

If you live with in a 30 min drive and you've never been here then you are sleeping on the best Korean food in NJ. read more

Eli's Eatery - Korean Near Me - Morris Plains, New Jersey

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Great food and amazing service! The staff was very attentive and friendly! I highly recommend the Bibimbap and Katsu. Will be coming back again! read more

Price wise is great for the portions, and I recommend any of the Kimbap and O Jing Aw Tikim. The Japchae was too oily for my taste and the buns were so-so. I have ordered from here a few times already! I have only done takeout, and my order is ready fairly quickly. read more

We went for lunch. We'll return for dinner soon. Very good Korean food. Prompt attentive service. Great price. Less formal and less pretentious than Woodam BBQ. read more

Just had lunch there. Loved all the food we got. Don't have a picture, but the short rib stew was amazing. All the appetizers were really good. Have to go back to try their other dishes. read more

Eli's Eatery - Bibimbap - Korean Near Me - Morris Plains, New Jersey

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My friend and I ordered the stone bowl BiBimBop and it was wonderfully delicious. We both had it it with beef. As I have a Korean wife and lived in Korea for six years I loved served in the traditional way in a sizzling hot bowl. The Kimchi came with it on the side made fresh and flavorful, but not as spicy as what I'm used to. The decor was spotless and very attractive and our waiter was very nice. I did notice that there were only 37 reviews, but then I found out it had only opened 10 months ago. We'll definitely be back. read more

Really great place that you should definitely try. The Korean fried chicken was phenomenal. Perfectly cooked in a delicious sweet and savory sauce. I could eat a double portion of this item as a main dish. I noticed the other tables on either side of us also had this as an appetizer. My husband and I had the bulgogi and pork belly as entrees and both were excellent. Very fresh food, served hot and very flavorful sauces. The young man who was our server was very courteous and attentive. We will be regular customers here. read more

I had the bibimbap, which was delicious. The veggies tasted fresh and the overall quality of the food was great. Just the right amount of options too. The staff was very kind and courteous. Overall, highly recommended! read more

Been there twice now .... VERY GOOD. Excellent food, fair prices and superb service. It's not in a great location so pass the word as it would be great to see this small, family owned restaurant make it. If you like Korean food, I don't think you will be disappointed! read more

Ordered with DoorDash, from Eli's Eatery, this evening. Had the O Jing Aw Tikim appetizer (highly recommend) and the Bulgogi Wok and the Kalbijim dinner. Everything arrived hot, packaged well, and the food was great!! Can't wait to visit you and eat in. read more