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3.4 (1.1k reviews)
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Bulgogi fries
Amy K.

Got here on a Saturday right before the dinner rush to avoid a long wait. We had already joined the Yelp waitlist, and when we walked in we were told we were second in line, but somehow became third while checking in, which was strange. People who came after us were also getting seated before us. The restaurant was clearly very understaffed. A lot of people were leaving when we arrived, yet we still had to wait about 30 minutes to be seated. No one seemed to be managing the flow properly, and dirty tables were left sitting uncleared the entire time. I only saw two people working in the kitchen, one nonstop slicing meat and another making sides. They seriously need to hire more staff. Plus, the space felt very outdated. The floors looked worn down, and the entire restaurant could really use better ventilation and a full renovation. Once who I believe was the restaurant manager stepped in, everything suddenly became much more organized and the staff seemed more efficient. Unfortunately this used to be my go to AYCE spot, but after this experience I'd rather go somewhere else with better service.

Steven L.

My gf and I just finished a long ride. We were ready for some food. All the staff we met with were nice and helpful. We had our bikes and they allowed us to keep them in the back. Our server was a gentleman named Ammar , he service, demeanor, and overall assistance was top notch. We was very accommodating and was very attentive even with a full restaurant. Ambiance was also really cool. If we are in the area we are definitely going back bc the manager and our sever made us feel very welcomed .

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Taylor W.

better quality meats, and sides than other places in the city. I really like the fans that stop the smoke from becoming too much. Can see why this place was packed. For a better experience, I would try to go during a less busy time. Was a little loud and couldn't really hear the music, but that's expected during a busy day. Also really loved the soju cocktails. Tip: mix the drink to spread the syrup

Joshua J.

Valentine's Day can be really busy and I do appreciate the willingness of the waiter. They have the employees but I think the manager needs to stop passing free shots of soju and manage the restaurant a little better. I declined the soju btw, we don't drink Alcohol. Just want to say that the wait was 1.5 hours. We were initially 49th in line for a party of 2. I used yelp to save our place in line which really helped during Valentine's Day. The other Gen would have been double. The entrance doors are pretty hard to open. There is a lot of air holding the doors shut. Must be their large exhaust fan for all the BBQ being cooked by patrons. There is a comfortable waiting area and we witnessed one of the hostess catch someone trying to sneak into a table and go ahead of the line. She was very polite and professional about it. Once we were seated they gave us a table with enough room for my legs as I'm 6ft 4. Love to Strech my legs. We were asked to scan the QR code with our phones to see the menu and order we did. As you can see all the food we ordered. The food was really great. Loved everything. We ate everything we ordered. Cons: we had to ask 3 different waitstaff for vegetables. The waitstaff seemed confused at times and even though we were seated near the kitchen it was hard to get their attention. Suggestion: ask for more napkins when you order food. You're going to probably use your hands at some point so it would be good to wash your hands before you eat. One thing that's very important and shows how organized and clean a restaurant is, is the restroom. The men's restroom had water on the floor when you walk in. It was slippery. The whole restroom near the urinal and toilets was water on the floor. However I did see one of the prep cooks wash his hands with soap and water. A definite plus. Food quality. The sauce for the fried fish was warm. It should not be discolored and warm. I hope we will be fine tomorrow. Anywho, those are my 2 cents. Manager has a lot to work on. Nice ambience. Music was a little too loud though.

Stevie N.

We tried the Gen Korean BBQ restaurant. The menu had so many great items. I liked all the meats like pork belly, beef, pork, bulgogi, ribs. Our waitress was so nice and helpful. She checked on us and brought our orders. The food was delicious. We had a great experience.

Yummy ribs
Phuong T.

The service was excellent, Andrew and Luis are the best , very attentive and friendly and helpful . The ribs #10 , pineapple beef #8 and beef belly # 5 are well marinated and delicious. Highly recommended Mountain view location. Tip : you can buy Gen gift card from costco ( $70 for $100 worth gift card )

Potato Salad and Kimchi
Connie N.

It was personally my first time coming here, but we wanted to bring our cousin visiting town to this spot before she left home. The ambiance is cool and the service was pretty good too. Service was a bit slow during a few times we waited for our rice and sides. But nonetheless, loved the food especially the bulgogi. The potato salad was surprisingly small (didn't expect it to be that small lol) and the cheesy kimchi fried rice wasn't bad, but there was no cheese on top? Was thinking maybe they mixed it in the food, but was a pretty basic dish. Still a good time with my family and appreciate our server for helping us and being chill

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They are permanently closed. I came with my family of 12 to eat after graduation. The hours posted here shows it was open.

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À la cart Korean meat selections, BBQ to perfection. Bulgogi and short ribs. Don't forget the side veggies for balance

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Ask the Community - Gen Korean BBQ House

This an all you can eat bbq and do we have to pay poor person?

You don't always necessary have to pay for a poor person, but, it is always nice to help people in need.

How do they charge?

Per person. Premiums are an extra $20

Any special on your birthday?

No they don't

Is there an online waitlist for mountain view?

Yes but they don't tell you how to view it. The link just sends you back to the Yelp page. :)

How much is all you can eat?

I went 2 weeks ago and it was $27.99

Are you open for outdoor dining for Korean bbq? And are we able to grill it ourselves?

Not really. We asked for an outdoor table and they made us wait an hour. After an hour we asked what the status was, and they said they could seat us indoors but not outdoors. I think they say they have outdoor dining, but in practice if you ask… 

Are we able to cook our own meat or is that not available right now because of Covid-19?

Hi, Kimberley! They ARE letting you sit inside and prepare your own food at the grill. They take your temp before you walk in and they are at about 20% compacity so we are VERY socially distanced. Hope this helps!

Is this AYCE only?

Yes. But w COVID. They have set bento Togo. ;)

Are they allowing customers to do their own cooking on the grill?

Yes

Do they have indoor seating yet?

No they don't

Do they have a takeout option for Covid?

Yes, Great options!

How much they charge for kids below 5 years old?

0. 5-10 half price.

How much do they charge per person for weekday lunch and dinner?

$16.99

Do they have a gluten free menu or items?

Is their lunch pricing applicable on Sat/Sun?

No. Full price

Is there a 2+ people requirement?

Nope, you can eat there solo too

If there is a vegan in our party, will there be something for him to eat?

They charged half price for vegetarian. (I'm vegetarian, not vegan, but I didn't see milk or egg on the menu.) The tofu soup has dried shrimp in it, unfortunately, but they… 

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Gochi - Mountain View - Hamachi Carpaccio

Gochi - Mountain View

4.1(690 reviews)
0.9 mi
•$$$

Came with my group, such a fun tapas spot with so many good dishes. Even though I don't eat sashimi…read moreor any raw meat, everything we ordered was excellent. The clay pot rice was the star ..flavorful, comforting, and perfectly cooked. Their chicken karaage is on another level: crispy, juicy, and seriously addictive. The beef tongue curry surprised me in the best way ..tender, rich, and so delicious. Dessert was okay, but honestly every main dish I tried was so good that I didn't even mind. A great place to come back and keep exploring the menu.

1. The eel crispy rice in a stone pot was really delicious. It was super flavorful with a great mix…read moreof textures--crispy in some bites and soft and chewy in others. Rich in flavor without feeling greasy or heavy. It came with a light fish broth on the side, which was nice for balancing out the richness (although I personally didn't find the rice heavy at all). 2. The pork & mushroom thin-crust pizza was also really good. There was a generous layer of fresh mushrooms and ground pork between two super thin, crispy layers of crust. The crust tasted like it had been pan-fried with oil-and-flour paste, making it especially fragrant, flaky, and crispy. 3. The garlic salad was refreshing and appetizing. The garlic slices were fried until golden and crispy, and the salad had a nice tangy acidity that balanced everything out. Simple but very tasty.

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Gochi - Mountain View - Unagi Meshi Dinner

Unagi Meshi Dinner

Gochi - Mountain View - Yakiniku Kimchee Meshi Clay Pot Rice

Yakiniku Kimchee Meshi Clay Pot Rice

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INDO Restaurant & Lounge - Pan Seared Seabass

INDO Restaurant & Lounge

4.2(1.3k reviews)
2.0 mi
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Outdoor seating
Vegetarian friendly

A bit of a late post, but we had our wedding dinner here in December. The event was last minute as…read morethe goal was to have my mom join before she couldn't anymore, so this was incredibly meaningful. We kept it small and intimate (12 people) and Michelle was absolutely fantastic with answering all my questions and making sure everything went smoothly. We reserved a portion of the outdoor area with a few dividers, and the staff were kind and accommodating. The family loved the food - in fact, it was the first time I had seen my mom eaten so much in a very long time. The noodles were my favorite :) We had come here a few times before and all were great times, but very special shout out to the staff here. Thanks for making that evening special for me, my husband, and our family.

Unfortunately we were disappointed by the quality of food. We were expecting dishes with a more…read moreheavier taste profile of Indonesia but we felt that it was more Chinese/Western based. We tried the sea bass which we had to ask to give back because it was really not what we expected. The fish filet itself was dry and did not taste fresh, it was very different than what was detailed in the menu and there was a broth under the filet. I don't know, we just weren't expecting a fish soup. Next, we tried the crispy pork and mie goreng with high expectations, and instead we were disappointed yet again. I think we will try to explore other Southeast asian cuisines. Thank you!

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INDO Restaurant & Lounge - Mie Goreng

Mie Goreng

INDO Restaurant & Lounge - Balado Short Rib  prime beef, spicy sambal glaze, potato medallions

Balado Short Rib prime beef, spicy sambal glaze, potato medallions

INDO Restaurant & Lounge - Lamb Korma  braised australian lamb shank, carrots, potatoes, coriander cumin curry

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Lamb Korma braised australian lamb shank, carrots, potatoes, coriander cumin curry

GIWA - Bread w/ Butter & Jams (came w/ the GIWA Scramble)

GIWA

4.3(1.4k reviews)
7.0 mi
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Found out today that Kelly still doesn't know my name and thought I was a "Thuy"... At least "Tina"…read morewas closer when she thought that was my name. Food, vibes, staff still great except my heart just broke a little :') Instagram: TianTianEats

AMBIANCE // First of all, this place is gorgeous! High…read moreceilings big open space and a flower shop inside! There are some booths, a bar, and both round and rectangular tables! It is definitely a nice place for a celebration. Multiple parties were celebrating birthdays when I was there! FOOD // Prime Long Rib $69 This was delicious and fatty and HUGE!! It comes with a salad. I highly recommend it but it's a lot so I would only get it as a bougie sharing plate! The cut was super tender and melt in your mouth. Korean Pork Cutlet $25 Wow amazing this came out on a tray and it was massive! It came with rice and a salad! This was value! Fried Calamari This is the WHOLE calamari, not just the rings or the legs, but the whole thing! A server comes and cuts it up for you and squeezes the lemon! It was surprisingly delicious! SERVICE // I was a little disappointed with the service. It took awhile to get our order. Some dishes were taking a long time and I wish the waiter told us how long the wait would be. One server tried to take away a dish that had at least 5-6 bites left on it. I felt like they were really paying attention. They even offered to get our check before all of our food came out. The shining star that will bring me back is KELLY. She knew exactly what was happening and she addressed our issues and resolved the problem right away! OVERALL // I will be back! It is a nice date spot! I will have to try it for brunch and get a drink!

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GIWA - Seating area

Seating area

GIWA - Dutch baby pancakes

Dutch baby pancakes

GIWA - Long prime rib

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Long prime rib

Sweet Maple - Chicken Croffle

Sweet Maple

4.2(1.5k reviews)
4.1 mi
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I'm not a huge going-out-to-breakfast person. Breakfast out usually tastes overly greasy and a bit…read moreflavorless and has fruit that texture of styrofoam. But after an early-morning appointment at Stanford, I was looking for a place to sit down and eat for a while--and I'm so glad I chose Sweet Maple. I had two scrambled eggs, which were cooked perfectly, and the brussels sprouts and potato mix was so good that I'm still thinking about it. It was savory and lightly salted and caramelized in all the right ways. I also had the Millionaire's bacon, which wasn't overly sweet and perfect with my breakfast. The ambiance is friendly and professional, and the decor shows that it's a bit more of an upscale place--which was reflected in the service I received.

We had a great breakfast at Sweet Maple! We were seated quickly, and the service was excellent and…read morevery fast. My wife ordered the Hemingway Benedict, and the salmon was delicious, although it was a little cold. I had the Breaky Tacos, and they were absolutely amazing! The steak was fantastic, but the real surprise was the breakfast potatoes. Both plates came with a generous side, and they were probably the best breakfast potatoes I've had in a long, long time. Overall, a fantastic breakfast experience with great food and service. We can't wait to come back and try the Loco Moco!

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Sweet Maple - Brunch with friends!

Brunch with friends!

Sweet Maple - Egg Soufflé

Egg Soufflé

Sweet Maple - Two eggs, sunny side up, Millionaire's bacon - the potatoes are legendary

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Two eggs, sunny side up, Millionaire's bacon - the potatoes are legendary

Rara - Chicken 8848

Rara

4.2(206 reviews)
2.6 mi
•$$

Ok we went back and Yall Got to Try to Carrot Cake Dessert! (If they have it...). It actually is…read morereal healthy caked carrot, not like you're thinking, but it's made good with spices and talent! The momo's were delicious! And we also got the bison jerky plate again, which is kinda what I want here . We're gonna be back!

Love all the flavors!…read more We ordered: Dal that khana set chicken $27.99 - a very interesting presentation but the actual chicken curry is just a tiny bowl so I dunno about the value of this item. Chhoila chicken Momo 10 pcs $19.98 -- I was warned about the spice level that this can be really spicy and in actuality, it's not that spicy -- so if you're used to eating spicy food, you'll enjoy this dumpling. For reviewers who didn't enjoy the momos, it's probably because they ordered a plain version. Timur chicken $18.99 - this one was the highlight! Has that numbing Sichuan pepper -- simply delicious! Buffalo jhaneko sekuwa set $23.99 - spicy and flavorful. My only critique is that there wasn't enough buffalo Service was polite. Wait was 15 minutes for dishes to arrive to the table. Ambiance is typical dark vibe. I love the comfortable booth seating. Not crowded at all at 3pm on a Friday. Parking was about a block away. Total bill was $99.25 for 4 dishes. I thoroughly enjoyed most of the flavors and my overall experience was good but the portions for the meat are rather small so I have to mark down a star for overall value.

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Rara - Rara Interiors with a welcoming ambience

Rara Interiors with a welcoming ambience

Rara - Lamb Chop Sizzler

Lamb Chop Sizzler

Rara - Mango Lassi

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Mango Lassi

Yeobo Darling

Yeobo Darling

4.1(241 reviews)
5.3 mi

Such a lovely dining experience at Yeobo Darling!…read more Loved the Korean-inspired dishes with a modern twist. I've been hearing about the scallion bread for quite some time now and I finally got to try it! It was so flaky and buttery yumz I would recommend the galbi! It was tender and flavorful, and the fried chicken wings were perfectly crispy. The oysters topped with roe were also a great way to start the meal! Everything was beautifully presented, and the cozy, intimate atmosphere made the experience even better. Would love to come back and try more of the menu!

We went to Yeobo Darling to celebrate my birthday, and honestly, everything started off great! The…read morefood was delicious, the atmosphere was lovely, and we were having such a wonderful time until the very end of our meal. Unfortunately, when we bit into one of the chicken dishes, we noticed that the chicken was raw on the inside. We immediately flagged down a staff member, a lady dressed in black, and brought it to her attention. Instead of acknowledging our concern, she explained that all the chicken was brined and offered to cook it longer and give us an extra piece. While we appreciated the offer, we felt like the seriousness of the situation was being downplayed. She eventually returned with two pieces of chicken, and we continued with the rest of our evening. What made the experience even more upsetting was that the very next day, my friend who had eaten the undercooked chicken became sick with what appeared to be food poisoning. It's really disappointing because we genuinely enjoyed everything else about our visit. We came to celebrate a special occasion and left with what initially felt like a great experience, only for it to turn into something concerning. I understand that mistakes can happen in any kitchen, but food safety should always be taken seriously, especially when a guest brings undercooked chicken to the staff's attention. I wish the situation had been handled with more concern, accountability, and professionalism. I really wanted to love this place, but unfortunately, this experience left us disappointed and hesitant to return.

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Yeobo Darling - Corner seating

Corner seating

Yeobo Darling - Potato jeon, hokkaido sea urchin, prosciutto ($28 each)

Potato jeon, hokkaido sea urchin, prosciutto ($28 each)

Yeobo Darling - Karat Cake® ($14)

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Karat Cake® ($14)

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