Hankki is a great addition to this area of town. It feels like all the Korean places are in the Rancho area. The atmosphere is very pleasant and friendly I got the veggie bibimbap which was flavorful with a luscious layer of crispy rice on the bottom. The mandu was a crowd favorite, it was fresh and looked house made. Service was decent, and I look forward to coming again. read more

Hankki Korean Restaurant - Decor - Korean Near Me - Arden-Arcade, California

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My husband and I drive by this place all the time since it's opened and thought to give it a try and I am very glad I did. We got the Street Food Combo for 2, it was extremely delicious and very generous servings which we have left overs for later! Restaurant is very clean and has great service overall and will be coming back again soon! :) read more

This place has great food, the street seafood combo is an awesome amount of food for the price. The service is very good, polite and quick. but not overbearing. The only thing I desired was a little more decor, it feels a little bare but it's a very new place and I'm sure that will improve. Overall great food and kind people. read more

Hankki Korean Restaurant - Korean Near Me - Arden-Arcade, California

I want to give this place a 1 star so they won't get busier but that wouldn't be fair to the business itself. This place has the best Yukgaejang [spicy stew with beef and veggies]. It made the entire experience for us. The depth of the soup, the textures of the veggies with the brisket meat. You can't go wrong if you like a spicy Korean soup. We also love their seafood pancake here. It is light and airy, not dense like most places, the squid is tender and the veggies are fresh. It tasted more like a light tempura batter that wasn't greasy. Dip this in the soup and you'll be so happy. Their beef bulgolgi was good but their chicken was better. Our family does not typically order chicken dishes but this one, was probably the best chicken dish we have had in the last year. The meat was tender, juicy, and still had a great char to it. They're a bit short staffed but the employees there are great and do their best to give you a wonderful experience. Love the casual vibe, delicious food, and fast service. You'll be seeing us here often. read more

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I specifically dined in to try the braised beef short ribs. Of course I had to add cheese. Some of the ribs were still chewy and not fall off the bone tender. I loved that this dish included potato's, carrots, onions, rice cakes, and mandu. I asked for spicy sauce; however, the sauce tasted more sweet with barely any spice. Nevertheless, I still enjoyed the ribs. The Bossam and the spicy tuna Kimbap was perfectly delicious. No complaints with these dishes. The corn cheese was just okay. Overall, this was a good dinning experience. Will return for the short ribs in the future. read more

Hankki Korean Restaurant - Braised beef short rib - Korean Near Me - Arden-Arcade, California

I heard about this new place and wanted to try. Not sure how long this place has been opened for. Came here with some friends, four of us. I made reservations just in case, not sure how busy it was on a Saturday night, but we usually do an early dinner. Our reservation was at 5 pm and the place was not busy. At first glance of the place, there were tables not cleaned and a few customers that occupied some of the tables. The server told us to wait a few minutes to set up a table. I guess they don't set up table reservations ahead of time. We decided to order a variety of things off the menu and do family style. We ordered the Galbi Tang, Grilled pork belly, and some BBQ Galbi short ribs. Both of the Galbi tasted good. The soup was flavorful and there were two big bones of short ribs in the soup. There was not much of glass noodles in the soup, though. Very little, a few strands. Not sure why. I really liked the BBQ Galbi, it had nice flavor and it was cooked to the right temperature. The meat was tender. The grilled pork belly that came on a hot plate with a lit sterno was not good at all. The pork was very over cooked. The meat was hard, dry, and chewy. You can't even eat it. We had to tell our server. She offered for them to replace it and cook another. We said yes, but not to over cook it. She told us it would have to wait for it, it will take a few minutes. The replacement pork came and she asked if we wanted the Sterno lit, and we said there's no need for that. Again, the pork was over cooked, but not as bad as the first. This one you can still eat. The meat was dry and chewy. So we just decided choked it down, cause we didn't want to wait for our food anymore. We were done with the waiting. Overall, food was ok, mediocre. There were some cooking issues. I can understand overcooking meat the first time, but the second chance is giving and not corrected. I think the idea for the pork belly presentations is a bust, the grill plate with Sterno is not needed. There wasn't anything special about it. They said it is to keep the pork warm. No need to keep it warm, when the pork isn't edible. I thought some of the pricing for the dishes was a little high. If you are going to charge those prices, the food better be awesome. Service was mediocre, also. Our server was nice, but lacked in being attentive and did not handle our over cooked dish well. She did offer us to replace the dish, but when you mess up the second time, it should have been taken off our bill. She even asked how our dish was and we told her that the dish is over cooked again. I probably won't be coming back again. First impression was a fail. read more

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If you need a break from Korean BBQ but still want to enjoy Korean food then this is your next place to try. I highly suggest you make a reservation as I was able to get seated within 5 mins rather than waiting especially when it's busy. They play great music with plenty of seating available (great for a a date night). The service was great the waiter was awesome in explaining the appropriate ways to eat certain dishes. Food took 15-20 mins to arrive. Service was quick. The iron plate is great if you're looking for something on the more balanced side but still want something filling! Be careful, you can get full because the appetizers come in big portions. Such an underrated Korean restaurant. read more

Hankki Korean Restaurant - Iron Plate Bibimbap (Beef). - Korean Near Me - Arden-Arcade, California

My wife picked the place for going out with some friends. We had a reservation. We arrived on time and the place has a parking lot. we got a spot right in front of the place. Inside they had a long couch area to wait in. It was nice. The place was really open and kind of blah looking . They had some wood paneling on the back wall. The counter was in the middle of the room with a showcase that had I think Kimchi to take out. There were quite a few tables taken. It was a nice size dinning area. We told the server/hostess that we had reservations. She had to set up a table for us and we waited for a few minutes. That was fine since our friends were parking. We were seated to one side along the window. The menu was a cool cut out of their name. Pretty neat. The menu had a lot of pictures of the food which was nice. They had a nice selection and not over board with too many foods. The prices were a bit higher than other Korean restaurants. I hope the price would bring great quality. We were going to do family style since there were four of us. But one didn't want to but we still did family style. We ordered the La Galbi, Grilled Pork Belly and the Galbi Tang. They brought us the Banchan. The small dishes. Kimchi was really good and spicy not bad. They had fried tofu and it was very tasty. I liked most of them. My wife's friend got the Original Soon Dudu which is a soup. She really enjoyed it and it was good. She got it with mild spice and it was ok since she doesn't do spicy. So the Galbi Tang came out first. The soup it came with two beef bones. The server didn't bring us scissors or any type of knife. We peeled off the meat with the spoon but the meat was too hard to spit with the spoon. The server/waitress was really busy. So I took out my own knife and cut up the beef. The soup was not bad, we enjoyed it. There was only one waitress/server for the entire place. There were two people bringing out the food and cleaning the tables. Service was lacking because of this. The place was pretty busy and she had to serve all of the tables in the place. Not very good and she barley had time to check on us. I had to get up and go to the counter to get some stuff. The La Galbi came out and it was nice . the meat was cooked properly and good to go. Not much sizzling going on though. :( Lastly the pork belly came out. The worker that brought it out told us to be careful because the plater had a sterno burning inside and it was sizzling. The pork was hard and over cooked and they were cooking it more with the sterno cartridge underneath. This is when I had to go up to the counter. The server was answering a call and I waited to tell her about the over done pork belly. She later came over and asked if we wanted anything else. I told her we just wanted the pork belly but not over done. She said it would be a little while before they could make another one. I told her it was fine since we wanted some pork. The pork belly came out and this time they didn't have the sterno and it just was plated on a grill. I looked at it and some of it was burnt. We all tried it and it was still over cooked and some of it dry. It's supposed to be pork belly and this was like just pork. The server later came over and asked how it was and I told her it was still over cooked. She they told me that was the way they made it and no one else ever complained. Wow !! She left and then came back to ask what we wanted to do with the pork. Did we want to take it off the bill of not? I just told her to do whatever she wanted to do. When we got the bill she left it on. My friend picked up the bill first and was kind of shocked that she left it on the bill. I wasn't , I was shocked at her comment to us. Hopefully they do better on their service in the future and get more staffing. We will see if they make it in the future. For the prices they want I just don't think it's worth it right now. read more

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Hankki has been on my list to try for awhile now and finally had the opportunity to go. Went on a Saturday around 5pm and luckily we only had one party in front of us. You have to write your name down when walking in, it should be hanging on the wall. For the food, we ordered the mixed soon dubu which is beef + seafood and we ordered the braised beef short rib w/ cheese which is $5 extra. The soon dubu came out first and it was incredible. So much flavor and the portion size is pretty big. That might have been my favorite dish. The braised beef came out next but they forgot to put the cheese on it. It took awhile to get one of the employees attention to let them know. Once they added the cheese, we started to dig in. The beef was so tender and you could taste the sweet soy sauce. Overall a great experience and I would definitely come back again. Thank you so much Hankki! read more

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Arrived as a party of 5 for lunch on a Saturday. A few of us requested hot tea before realizing this is a charge of $5 ... so please be aware. Most Korean restaurants do not charge at all for tea. Ban chan (side dishes) were all especially delicious which is always a good sign to come. We ordered tuna kimbap ($10), bossam ($46), and bibimbap ($23). All incredibly delicious with a high price point (but to be expected these days for Korean cuisine) The restaurant is still in its soft opening phase, so I'm willing to give some grace--but the service definitely needs improvement. We requested extra banchan three separate times before it finally arrived at our table. It was pretty clear the request had been forgotten, but when it was eventually brought out, the server acted as if it had been intentionally delayed for preparation. That response felt off-putting. A simple acknowledgment would have been much more appreciated, especially since the situation was quite obvious. read more

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We came in hungry and left satisfied! Their portions are pretty big. We ordered too much but that's okay....leftovers for dinner! I tried bossam for the first time which is basically pork belly served with sides of kimchi, napa cabbage, daikon paper, daikon kimchi, garlic, jalapeño, two sauces, and two servings of steamed rice. You can eat it however you want. It's enough food for 3 people. I definitely recommend that if you're really hungry. We also ordered bibimbap and kimchi pancake. Also delicious. Service was great. Everyone was very friendly. read more

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Stumbled upon this place for lunch while looking for the best KBBQ in Sactown. We ordered the LA Kalbi lunch, Mandoo, and Tempura. The Kalbi was very good, perfectly grilled and tender the Mandoo was yummy, it came with a tasty dipping sauce The tempura was okay, too many sweet potato pieces. I Loved all the Banchan side dishes, so fresh and flavorful. I really hope this place does well! Great food with decent prices! I can't say that too often anymore The Owner was really nice and accommodating Looking forward to trying the Soups! read more

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Saturday lunch ~11:30 Specifically visited to buy kimbap from the "grab n go" case. It was empty, except for some kimchi. Couldn't even order it as a dine-in customer since they were too busy and understaffed to make it. Definitely call ahead if you're wanting anything off the grab n go menu just to be sure they have it/can make it. Was already slightly peeved about that but we ordered veggie bibimbap, seafood pa-jun and chicken bulgogi. Took about half hour for the food to arrive. If it wasn't for the banchan, we would've been hangry. The food was pretty GOOD. Made up for their shortcomings. Expect a wait and bring your patience as they hopefully improve their operations. read more

Hankki Korean Restaurant - Banchan (side dishes) - Korean Near Me - Arden-Arcade, California

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Overall? Quality, authentic non KBBQ Korean food is surprisingly hard to find in Sacramento. Eventually the novelty of heavily marinated meats and robot servers wears off, and you start craving dishes that actually tastes genuine. Hankki delivered on that. I was initially thrown off by the stark white interior, which felt a little too sterile, but the second the food hit the table, none of that mattered. The flavors felt deeply homemade in the best way possible and honestly reminded me of my mother-in-law's cooking, which is a very high bar. Service was warm and attentive throughout. A few dishes we wanted were unavailable, which was disappointing, but honestly just gives me another reason to come back Parking? Lot We had: Braised Short Rib (5/5): Absolutely great. The short rib was everything you want from a proper braise. Tender enough to pull apart easily, but still structured enough to remind you you're eating a serious cut of meat. The sweet sauce brought rich, savory depth without becoming heavy. The rice cakes added chew, the carrots and onions brought balance, and the pine nuts gave little pockets of texture that kept the dish interesting. The surprise addition of dumplings pushed it over the top and made the whole thing feel generous and comforting in the best way. We went with the sweet version because of our daughter but would love to try the spicy option . Deeply satisfying and easily a 5/5 Kimchi-jun (5/5): This one hit every mark. Perfectly crisp on the outside with enough chew inside to keep it satisfying without feeling heavy. The kimchi had real punch and acidity, so every bite carried that tangy, savory depth you want from a proper jeon. It was evenly cooked, not greasy, and loaded with flavor throughout instead of hiding behind batter. And the portion was enormous. Not "big for an appetizer" big, genuinely huge. The kind of plate that lands on the table and immediately gets everyone's attention. Easy 5 out of 5. read more

Moo the owner said Hankki has been open about 3 weeks now. Not sure what this spot used to be but it is hard to see from the road so use navigation. The interior is casual and service is friendly. We tried the mixed tempura $16. Two shrimp and a large variety of vegges. Soft tofu soup with beef and seafood $20. The soup is warm and hearty but mild spice lacked punch get at least medium spice. I wanted chicken bulgogi but wifey wanted seafood pancakes so I guess I will gave to wait for next time. The seafood pancake is huge and pricey $26. I would suggest offering a half size pancake. The bon chon were all fresh and delicious. We enjoyed this spot and will be back to try more of the menu. read more

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Was so happy to see a Korean restaurant nearby! Usually have to drive to the other side of town, so I was out solo today and decided to come in. Very clean, modern interior inside the old Marie Calendar's building. Staff friendly. Big portions! I had to order off the appetizer menu for japchae (I wanted seafood pancake but the portion was far too big), and the waiter gave me banchan even though it's usually reserved for entree orders. Japchae was huge and delicious, tasty beef and piping hot noodles. Will be back with friends or family next time! Would like to see some more small items for lunchtime available (pancakes plssss...) read more

Hankki Korean Restaurant - Banchan - Korean Near Me - Arden-Arcade, California

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Still a soft opening so there are items on menu that are not available yet. On weekends, they only serve dinner option, no lunch. We ordered a seafood pancake, seafood soondubu, army stew, LA Galbi, corn cheese. Although the seafood pancake had a lot of toppings in it, it was way over fried, almost burnt. The burnt taste covered all the seafood and batter taste so I felt I was just eating over fried chips. I should have asked them to remake that. The seafood soondubu was good. It had a lot of seafood and flavor. The army stew was tasty, but adding cheese and ramen costed extra. LA Galbi was flavorful and cooked pretty well, not a lot of fatty pieces. I did think this place was slight on the pricier side. There's no grill for k bbq here so just regular Korean food. Wanted kimbap but they said they didn't make it this weekend. read more

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Such a good Korean restaurant!! The banchan is such good quality and delicious. Everything ordered was delicious. I can see this place blowing up and getting packed! read more

Hankki Korean Restaurant - Korean Near Me - Arden-Arcade, California

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Hands down best little Korean restaurant, new kids on the block and they are serving amazing Korean dishes. Everything was so good and looked amazing. The service could use an experienced Korean staff but the management seems to be on top of things. The Bossum was super yummy and the soups looked amazing. read more

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Finally a Korean restaurant that is close by where we live. My girlfriend and I are huge fans of Korean food and now we don't have to drive so far to get it. I found this place to Yelp and we got there when they had their soft opening. My honest opinion is that they are going to be our go to Korean spot from now on. Everything was amazing and quality. From how authentic and delicious everything we ordered was to how amazing the customer service was. We are definitely excited to go back and try more! So many options to pick from! I hope they stay for a long time ! read more

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I had a really enjoyable experience at Hankki Korean Restaurant, especially on a rainy day when I was craving something warm and comforting. The soft tofu soup was definitely a highlight, it was flavorful and comforting, perfect for the weather. I ordered it at a medium spice level, but it wasn't quite as spicy as I expected, so I'd probably go hotter next time. Still, the broth itself was rich and satisfying. We also ordered the tteokbokki, which I really liked. The rice cakes had the perfect chewy texture, and the sauce paired well without being overwhelming. The kimbap was another standout, the rolls were noticeably large and very filling, making it great for sharing or even as a meal on its own. One thing I really appreciated was the quality and service of the side dishes. Not only were they fresh and tasty, but we were also able to get refills, which made the experience feel even more generous and authentic. The ambiance was cozy and welcoming, especially with the rainy weather outside, it really added to the comfort of enjoying a hot meal. On top of that, the service was excellent. Our server was attentive without being intrusive, consistently checking in and making sure we had everything we needed, including offering refills. Overall, it was a great dining experience with solid food, a cozy atmosphere, and attentive service. I'd definitely come back, next time, just with a higher spice level! read more

Hankki Korean Restaurant - Original Beef Soondobu bottom and tuna kimbap top - Korean Near Me - Arden-Arcade, California

The galbi jjim was incredible. It was well seasoned, rich, balanced, and absolutely delicious. I've never seen fried dumplings included with it before, but it was a great touch and I'm definitely a fan. The soondubu had a deep, clean flavor that really stood out, and the bossam was impressively tender. Overall, everything was top-notch. Great quality across the board--highly recommend if you are real fan of Korean food. read more

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I've been waiting for a legit Korean spot like Hankkai to open and it definitely did not disappoint. The interior is chef's kiss--modern, clean, and thoughtfully designed, even in a smaller space. Service was a standout; the staff stayed consistently attentive and hardworking the entire time, which never goes unnoticed. I ordered the kimchi jjigae, and it came out bubbling hot in a clay pot, exactly what you want. Flavor-wise, it was dialed in: rich, balanced, and comforting without being overpowering. It leans more tofu-heavy, but the pork is incredibly tender and flavorful. Banchan arrived fresh and clean, rounding everything out nicely. I also tried their corn cheese which was better than any AYCE corn cheese out there in Sacramento. That's just my personal opinion! A small tip: keep the lid on your rice closed until you're fully ready to eat--otherwise it can harden a bit while you wait. On the bright side, any of their soups or stews bring it right back to life, so it's not a dealbreaker. Overall, great vibes, solid execution, and a strong addition to Sacramento's Korean food scene. I'll definitely be back. read more

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Amazing food!! Wow!!! As a southern cali resident, I've tried so many Korean restaurants and wasn't sure if this place would meet my expectations but it totally did and exceeded my expectations! My family stopped here on our way to Lake Tahoe and so glad that we did!!! Tried several of their dishes and everything was excellent! Their seafood pancake is a must try! I never had anything like it--so crispy on the outside. All the banchans were delicious! Service was great! The place is very clean, including the restrooms! The interior is a nice blend of traditional and modern. You could tell the owners put in a lot of thought into it; the menu, utensils, plates, etc. It was a wonderful hankki indeed!!! read more

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My husband and I live nearby and have been eagerly anticipating this spot opening, good restaurants in this area are hard to come by! We finally made it in for lunch today and were not disappointed. The banchan was generous and flavorful right from the start, always a promising sign. The seafood pancake was a standout- an impressively large portion packed with seafood and vegetables, beautifully crispy, and served with a delicious dipping sauce. The beef bulgogi was also good, and the complimentary cheese corn was a fun and tasty bonus we didn't expect. We'll absolutely be back. So happy to have this place in the neighborhood! read more

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This is a new Korean restaurant that just opened up in Arden Sacramento. The place is very modern and offers many delicious dishes. Stating off the side dishes are unlimited. They kept asking us if we wanted more kimchi and eggplant and of course we said yes. The service was very good too. They checked on us multiple times (maybe a few too many times lol) I recommend getting the soups, and seafood pancake! read more

I'm backkkk~ and I brought my husband with me like promised. After almost a month of whining to him to bring me back here we are and of course it's just as delicious as the first time. He's a kimchi enthusiast and loved the kimchi here. This time for one of the side dishes they had egg plant. I've never had eggplant before but it was absolutely delicious I had to get a second round of it. We even indulged in a bottle of soju, the new limited flavor melon , very sweet and a nice treat. He loved the mandu and proceeded to devour most if not all the plate while I indulged in the bosom and side dishes. I love this place . Next time we're thinking of trying the Galbi-Jim. The staff is always so friendly and kind I really love how attentive they are. read more

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This place is great! The staff is friendly and attentive. Our food came out quickly, and was absolutely delicious. The portions are great for the price which is a great bonus. They just opened fairly recently but definitely have things together. Can't wait to see how they grow! read more

Hankki Korean Restaurant - Korean Near Me - Arden-Arcade, California

Came here with my family and ordered the yukgaejang, soon tofu, and galbi. The entrees were flavorful and satisfying, especially the galbi. I also appreciated that they offered a good variety of side dishes. While the banchan selection was nice, I think the flavor of some of the side dishes could be improved a bit. Overall, still a solid spot for Korean food and a good family meal. read more

Went on Wednesday and got the Street Food Combo which comes with the tteokbokki, tempura veggies, and 2 canned drinks. Perfect for two people! We added cheese and ramen to our meal which was a few dollars extra. Super delicious! I love that the veggie tempura was light and crispy. Staff are very welcoming and helpful! Always checked in to see if we needed anything (water refills, banchan). I love the kpop music they put on as well! I would definitely go again and try more things! read more

Hankki Korean Restaurant - Street Food Combo - Korean Near Me - Arden-Arcade, California

Amazing staff and the food is amazing! Huge portions for a great price. We got the Street food combo, beef bulgogi and kimbap. Their tempura is light and delicious. The street food combo is so much food for two people. We added the cheese and ramen and it was worth it. The dumplings that are in the stone bowl are delicious! read more

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This place is really good! I ordered the galbi tang and soondubu and both were amazing. The galbi tang was super comforting with really tender meat, and the soondubu had the perfect level of spice and flavor. You can tell everything is made fresh. Definitely one of my new favorite Korean spots in sac! read more

Hankki Korean Restaurant - galbi tang and soondubu - Korean Near Me - Arden-Arcade, California

Finally a good Korean restaurant worth coming back to in Sac! The side dishes are fresh. 10/10 Seafood Pancake: I would highly recommend the seafood pancake - it's so crispy and airy. Perfect for every bite! Probably the best one in Sac. 8/10 Galbi Jjim: The sauce is on the sweeter side. The meat portions are huge and the meat falls off the bone. There are fried dumplings with rice cakes in it too. 9/10 Seafood Tofu Soup: There's a lot of flavor and felt very light. 8/10 Raw Marinated Crab: If you have a craving, it'll satisfy you enough. We will be back to try additional items and drinks! read more

Seafood pan jon , the appetizer, came after entries were served. Good flavor but would have like it prior to entries. Bibimbop, with " crispy bottom rice" authentic and one of the better ones in Sacramento. We arrived early, 5 tables occupied, the service was relatively slow. Ambiance was more "Denny" like. Didn't have the Korean flavor. Rating elevated primarily because of the food. read more

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Food was delicious and staff were very polite. We had the soondubu, and galbi which my wife and daughter enjoyed. I will be back!

Me and my family were here and the food is soooooo good!! And the service is great too! The owner was really nice! Definitely coming back again! read more

The food was so good here! The braised beef short ribs and the budae jigae was delicious! The service was also excellent. I would definitely come back and recommend people to come here. read more

The food was so delicious! We ordered the sundubu and the galbijjim and both exceeded our expectations. Very flavorful. Not to mention the servers were very attentive, checking in on us frequently and giving us banchan refills. Highly recommend and will be coming here again! read more

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Hankki is my new go-to for Korean food in Sacramento! I really enjoyed the LA galbi and soondubu. The flavors were well balanced, with the galbi having the perfect char and tenderness, and the soondubu having the complexity and umami flavor that you just can't replicate at home! The banchan were also very well made and delicious, I enjoyed that they served some unique banchan I had never tried before! I highly recommend trying Hankki and can't wait for the grand opening. read more

Hankki Korean Restaurant - Budaejigae, soondubu, LA galbi, corn cheese, and assorted banchan - Korean Near Me - Arden-Arcade, California

The food was delicious and the staff were very attentive!! I'm excited to go back. I loved the tofu soup and the sides were also very flavorful. read more

Hankki Korean Restaurant - Korean Near Me - Arden-Arcade, California