Jeong is an absolutely wonderful Korean fine dining experience, even much better than certain ones opened up by some celebrity chefs. They are very good at using acidity from a variety of Korean kimchi/pickles and fruits. The flavors are creative and balanced; I like that their flavor profile matches Asian palate and non Asian palate alike. My favorite dishes are the chilled dishes, pleasantly surprised by the scallop and the citrus dessert. The wagyu dish is a little underwhelming because the texture is a stiff, but overall it's been a very good experience. I was very full by the time I finished the courses. If you like fine dining with seafood and bold but not overwhelming flavors, definitely try this. read more

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Great experience, incredibly friendly staff, and a fun time over all. I found the deserts to be more interesting than the main courses, perhaps because I've had more Korean savory dishes? Either way, it's worth it to try once but it is a pretty penny. The 8 courses were: - Hwe (bream) - Tartare (salmon) - Scallop - Kkanpungi (octopus) - Jjajangmyeon (noodle) - Australian Wagyu - Citrus (dessert) - Sujeongghwa (dessert) Again, the deserts played with savory, sweet, salty and it was a lot of fun. read more

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We had anniversary dinner at Jeong when we were visiting Chicago. The food was really good. My girlfriend said the chef was crazy because the food was that good. I could taste the original Korean dish and also the twist the chef gave so we were excited to try the next dish every single time. Drink price was very reasonable and tasted good. The chef said they try to change few dishes on the course every 3-4 month so we'll definitely try again when we visit Chicago. All servers were very friendly and genuine. The whole place is calm and vibey but not to a level where it feels like we have to be silent. We parked at street parking and walked 1-2 mins. 알던 한식 맛 60 새로운 재밌는 맛 40의 퓨전 한식. 맛있고 다음 음식이 뭘까 기대되는 맛. read more

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This might be the best Korean food I've ever had. Every dish had so much flavor and creativity. The hwe was my favorite way of cold fish and the kimchi with it was incredible. 9.5/10. The salmon tartare had a great texture and tasted good. 8/10. The scallop was cooked perfectly with a crispy top and great sauce. 9/10. The kkanpungi octopus was insane. So flavorful and crispy, almost like honey hot Korean fried chicken. I've never liked octopus this much. 9.8/10. The jjajangmyeon was also great with the bacon, potatoes, and sauce combo. 8/10. The wagyu was really unique too. I loved that it didn't taste like a typical American steak. 9/10. For desserts, the citrus dish was super refreshing. 8/10. The sujeonggwa tasted like apple pie and had really interesting textures. 9/10. The roasted barley cocktail might actually be one of the best cocktails I've ever had. Caramely, citrusy, and you couldn't taste the alcohol at all. 9.8/10. Service was great. Friendly, attentive, and not overbearing. They checked in at the perfect times. The ambiance was dim, elegant, and perfect for a nice dinner. 9/10 vibes. read more

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Love the service and ambiance of jeong. The menu is a tasting style menu, so many smaller dishes. Every dish was such a fun play on more traditional dishes that we've had before, and the staff were very knowledgeable on what each dish was. Loved the plating on all of them and you could tell a lot of thought went into every plate. jeong is for sure a special occasions kind of dining experience and would recommend if you're looking for a high end date spot. read more

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Another amazing meal here. I enjoyed everything. Service was friendly and quick. It's chill here. Love their drinks too. read more

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Jeong is an intimate tasting restaurant serving eight dishes. Every course was explained very thoroughly, although half the time we didn't know the ingredients. Hwe - The first dish was excellent; it was light and had many flavors and textures. Tartare - also amazing but a bit simpler. The crispy pieces added a nice crunch and the white drops were creamy and delicious. Scallop - savory with a rich sauce. The spinach and roe was a nice add-on but I felt like it was missing something. Kkanpungi - this one was very interesting and tasted like a sweet and sour dish. I would've never guessed it was octopus, but it really worked. Jjajangmyeon - this was the only course I really wasn't fond of as the flavors seemed a bit flat. The meal was cooked nicely, though. Australian Wagyu - delicious, tender, and rich. An all-around excellent plate. Citrus - this first dessert course was amazing. Multi-layered with a variety of flavors. The shaved ice had a citrus flavor incorporated in it which I thought was fun. Sujeongghwa - a bit heavier dessert to finish off the night. The ice cream was delicious and paired well with what reminded me of peach cobbler and rice pudding underneath. Overall, a great tasting experience and definitely recommend. read more

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If the chef could strike a better balance between Korean flavors and the natural taste of the ingredients, I'd be more than happy to recommend this place to my friends. read more

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We had a solid experience at Jeong. The interior is clean and minimalist. Reservations were easy to make a week in advance. It's great to have fine dining options that are not in the usual American-Italian-French spectrum. The menu is tasting menu style, and it is paced well. I thought they did a great job elevating traditional Korean flavors, and every dish was a recognizable food. Our favorites were definitely the octopus and desert. We didn't go with the pairing, but opted instead for the makgeolli. The drinks menu is diverse and it was great to order traditional Korean liqueurs as well to accompany the dinner. Unlike some fine dining experiences I've had, Jeong serves genuinely tasty food that makes for a great meal. Docking a star because the wagyu, which felt like it should have been the star course, wasn't really up to standard for us. We may have just received a bad batch, but the wagyu was poorly dry aged as to be overpoweringly funky. Instead of being tender, it was tough, dry, intense almost like beef jerky and completely defeated the point of using wagyu. That was disappointing and none of us in our party opted to finish this dish or take home. In general, I've wanted to try jeong and so happy I did. That being said, not sure I would come back. read more

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Ambiance - modern and intimate Service - exceptional, staff explained each dish and all the dishes came in a timely manner/doesn't feel rushed Food - scallop was cooked to perfection, loveeeeee that they made a sorbet/ice cream with jasmine tea, least favorite was the Australian Wagyu (slightly too "beefy" to my liking) read more

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I've wanted to go to Jeong for a while and finally had a chance to go for my birthday! Overall, the service was great but the food wasn't as good as I was hoping. There were some standout dishes but some fell short of expectations. All of the staff were super nice and we were greeted warmly. I put birthday on my reservation and they immediately wished me a happy birthday upon entering which was super nice. At the end, they even gave me a cupcake made by one of the owners which was so sweet and made my day! For the food, my favorite was definitely the salmon tartare. It was super delicious and the yuja sauce was a great complement. The two desserts were probably my next favorites. The other dishes were all decent, but I thought the wagyu and the scallop were a bit too rich especially when paired with the sauces. Both wagyu and scallop are already pretty fatty/buttery so I think a lighter sauce would've been better. My least favorite was definitely the eomuk - I normally love fish cake but I thought the flavor and texture of the fish cake itself wasn't really good. I did like the sauce it came with though! I'm glad I got to try it once, but I probably won't come back for a while given the price point! read more

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2025 Chicago. Dinner review. Tasting menu. Korean. Bugeoguk. Cod. Shimeiji. Napa. Gochugaru Salmon. Yuza. Dwenjang. Creme Fraiche. Crispy Rice Pearls (Highlight) Seared Scallop. Beurre Blanc. Spinach. Trout Roe. Chives Kkanpungi. Octopus. Sweet & Sour. Gosu Kimchi Jimmy Red Corn Grits. Duck Confit. Gim Jjanachi. Frisee. Buchu Australian Wagyu. Carrot Veloute. Mokgeolli. Cabbage. Gamtae Bokbunja. Huckleberry. Crema. Shortbread. Ginger Boricha. White Chocolate. Streusel. Sesame. Ssuk Overall, "I'm a fan." read more

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Our second meal at Jeong and it was even better than the first. Every course was a winner, service was excellent and the atmosphere perfect. The wine pairing was full of wines we would never normally choose but each was the perfect complement to the dish it was served with. Highly recommended ! read more

Amazing experience here! The space itself was chic but inviting. The ambiance was warm and sophisticated, ideal for a relaxed yet elevated evening. Our service was exceptional--friendly, knowledgeable, and professional staff. The food was incredible. Each dish was creative and unique, with flavors that were bold yet perfectly balanced. The presentation was artful, making every plate a visual delight. Just as important, the pacing of the meal was spot on--each course arrived with perfect timing, allowing us to fully enjoy every moment without feeling rushed or left waiting. We left the restaurant feeling fully satisfied--neither overstuffed nor still hungry. Every element of the evening felt intentional and thoughtful, and it's clear that great care went into crafting not only the menu but the entire dining experience. Definitely worth every penny! read more

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Oh wow is this place special. You know the moment you step in and are greeted with warm energy and smiles. The tasting menu is perfectly portioned and reasonably priced. My favorite dish was the scallop im still dreaming of it but everything was truly amazing. The vibe is upscale without being too stuffy and very inviting. Can't wait to go back! read more

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Jeong is definitely one of my favorite fine dining restaurants in Chicago. I'm shocked they don't have a star yet because their menu stands out among other acclaimed restaurants. From start to finish, service was incredible. It's a beautiful and intimate restaurant, and their staff is beyond friendly and kind. Attention to detail is spot on, and my boyfriend and I really enjoyed our experience and time there. Stand out dishes include the salmon tartare and seared scallop. I will say that we didn't enjoy the wagyu or jajangmyun as much. Both were just okay in terms of flavor and lacked that wow factor. The desserts were PHENOMENAL. I would've been over the moon happy if they had given me 5 plates of just the last dalgona dessert. $150/pp which isn't too bad if you think about how much food and thought went into each dish. read more

Food: 5 Decor: 4 Service: 5 Came here for dinner after making a reservation 30 minutes prior. Overall, solid dinner and would come back again. Bugeoguk. Cod. Shimeiji. Napa. Gochugaru Salmon. Yuza. Dwenjang. Creme Fraiche. Crispy Rice Pearls Eomuk. Squash. Rutabaga. Sunflower Seeds Seared Scallop. Beurre Blanc. Spinach. Trout Roe. Chives Jimmy Red Corn Grits. Duck Confit. Gim Jjanachi. Frisee. Buchu Australian Wagyu. Carrot Veloute. Mokgeolli. Cabbage. Gamtae Bokbunja. Huckleberry. Crema. Shortbread. Ginger Boricha. White Chocolate. Streusel. Sesame. Ssuk 150 before tax & tip My favorite dishes were the boricha dessert, bokbunja, Australia wagyu, and salmon tartare. Service was excellent, and I got to meet the chef after dinner. read more

Wow, this may be favorite restaurant right now. It's a cute, cozy space. Staff were incredible. Attentive and friendly. And the food... wow, wow. There are 8 total courses with the last two being desserts. I will say each course was amazing and frankly a pretty good portion. The standouts were the wagyu, scallop and the final dessert. For $150, it's a steal. I'm surprised they don't have a Michelin star, but I'm sure it's coming. read more

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Love the name of the restaurant - meaning a warm feeling of attachment between people who have a close relationship. Make a reservation ahead of time! Dress code isn't strict, but this can definitely be a romantic spot. The interior is elegant and sleek. I came here with my best friend for her birthday and we loved it. Every course was delicious and the price is decent! It's a good mix of Korean and American, but leaning more towards Korean. Service was impeccable and each server did an amazing job at describing each dish to us. My favorite was 100% the scallop! read more

I had a reservation for two at Jeong, but my dining partner's flight got delayed, so it ended up being just me. They were so, so incredibly nice about it and let me pick my lonely table for one. Throughout the night, Jen continued to check in on me and honestly made my experience at Jeong so memorable. Jen, if you're reading this, you are an absolute rockstar and you made my night! Jeong serves an 8 course tasting menu for $150 per person. There are 6 savory courses, followed by 2 sweet courses. In late March, when I visited, the menu was: 1. Bugeocuk. Cod Shimeji, Napa Gochugaru 2. Salmon Tartare. Yuza. Dwenjang. Creme Fraiche. Crispy Rice Pearls 3. Eomuk. Squash. Rutabaga. Sunflower Seeds 4. Seared Scallop. Beurre Blanc. Spinach. Trout Roe. Chives 5. JImmy Red Corn Grits, Duck Confit, Gim Jjangachi Frisee, Buchu 6. Australian Wagyu. Carrot Veloute, Mokgeolli Pickled Cabbage Gamtae 7. Bokbunja. Huckleberry. Crema. Shortbread. Ginger 8. Boricha. White Chocolate. Streusel. Sesame. Ssuk My favorite courses were the Salmon Tartare, the Seared Scallop, and the Jimmy Red Corn Grits. The Salmon Tartare was extremely fresh and the yuza really gave it a pop. The scallop was cooked absolutely perfectly, and paired very well with the spinach namul and trout roe. And well, I'm always a sucker for corn grits and this one came with duck confit! The service was absolutely amazing. No notes, everyone was fantastic, whether it was my waitress or anyone who was helping her with service. Again, Jen was truly the highlight of the night. She was so friendly, so personable, and just really made me feel at home despite the fact that I was dining in a very clearly romantic spot by myself. It's pricey, but it's worth it. read more

We had an incredible experience here. Service was friendly and not at all pretentious. We enjoyed every item on the tasting menu. The standouts were the scallop, tartare, and especially the boricha dessert. Will be telling all of our friends! read more

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Went back to Jeong, and it reminded me why this is my favorite Korean restaurant in town. The ambiance is warm, the service excellent, and every dish tastes fresh and balanced -- subtle sweetness, tangy sourness, and just the right kick of spice. Always a joy to eat here! read more

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Beautiful space but not over powering, great staff, and the food is amazing. The salmon dish is one of the prettiest plates in the entire city. Feel like they deserve a star read more

New favorite - loved everything! Delicious 8 course tasting menu with paired wines last night showed quality and innovation. Several seasonings and fruits that were new to me, in the most delicious way. Service was impeccable, with both owners coming tableside occasionally. Ambiance was beautiful. read more

The 8 course tasting menu was amazing- one of the best meals I have ever had. Each dish featured one key element- shrimp, salmon, duck, scallop, wagyu beef, etc. into a multi flavored work of art. The service was nicely paced with each dish served a few minutes after finishing. The restaurant is small, simple in decor which is why reservations are a must and our 8:30 pm was made a month in advance. The price was expensive but the experience special. read more

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My husband and I came here for our anniversary dinner, visiting from out of state. Our Lyft almost passed the door because there is just a small sign and storefront. The staff greeted us and offered to take our coats. It's quite small inside, intimate tables, nicely decorated. We were seated near the front window and had a menu with a Happy Anniversary wish, which we got to keep. The food was sooooo good. The salmon tartare was easily our favorite dish of the evening. The Australian wagyu would probably be the second favorite. Dinner service flowed consistently, with no rushed feeling. Every staff member that came to our table was friendly and kind. We loved our whole experience. I am knocking off a star due to the fact that we did leave hungry, which was very unfortunate. We had two tasting menus and 5 cocktails between the two of us. For the size of our bill, I hate that we ended up getting some tavern style pizza afterwards. read more

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We went on Wednesday and it wasn't crowded, the atmosphere was nice and relaxing. The tasting menu was fantastic and we enjoyed it a lot especially the salmon tartare and desert! Great spot to celebrate special occasion! read more

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A special tasting menu with a focus on Korean flavors. Really worth a try! My favorites were the mussels, seared scallop, and wagyu. The mussel was served cold, and the yuzu kosho added citrusy notes to the dish, opening our appetite for the rest of the courses. The seared scallop was done so well, very memorable. The wagyu was so fatty in the best way, and the cabbage served with it helped combat the rich flavors--loved it! The dessert is listed as 'hi-chew,' and I was under the impression that they were going to serve a Hi-Chew candy, but it was actually sorbet with Hi-Chew flavors. Yummy! read more

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Such a special and unique fine dining experience! I was lucky to participate in the Reddit dinner at Jeong, and I loved the experience. The elevated contemporary Korean tasting menu was sublime. There wasn't a single dish I didn't enjoy, but highlights included the salmon tartare, the scallop, and the unbelievable pork dumpling. Chef Dave Park and his wife/co-owner Jennifer Tran have really thought of every detail to make this place special. I highly recommend for special occasion dining! read more

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Jeong was a great experience for my artist wife's birthday dinner! The unmarked restaurant is calm and dimly lit, tastefully and sparsely appointed, with courteously spaced tables and fairly unobtrusive music. It's an eight-course chef's menu with optional a la carte drinks (the Jujube was a deeply flavorful cocktail). All courses were fine-dining staples with Korean inflections seamless blended in. Their plating and china selection were superbly artful. The service was friendly and seamless and we were treated very well. Coursing was timely but not rushed. Worth noting that the clientele was well-behaved, less and less common these days. read more

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really solid tasting for the price. great ingredients, technical execution. decent wine menu, service was very friendly and they pace the meal well. only complaint is it's very dark in the dining room, but otherwise would definitely recommend. read more

jeong - scallop @davideatsdc - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Had the best time at this restaurant. This is the perfect spot for an intimate date night. You don't have to worry about leaving hungry. The tasting menu is absolutely incredible. It's the food version of a 2000s emo karaoke night - banger after banger. Although the dessert leaves a bit to be desired. I know Korean culture likes non-sweet desserts, but they were a little too neutral-tasting for me! read more

jeong - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Lighting in the restaurant was sufficient when the sun was out but ended up being a little moody at night. Staff was attentive and ensured the table was cleared and water was filled. Pronunciation of the dish names could use some work though. Every dish had many elements of flavors and textures to be excited about, exploring the boundaries of what Korean fusion could be. The timing of the courses was a little slow and could have shortened but thankfully the staff/owner came by to chat and ensure everything was okay. The desserts were amazing and so unique. We even got to sample one still in development and let's just say we must come back for the updated menu next season. read more

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Birthday dinner here. Service was amazing, and the staff was super friendly. Eight courses, very well paced. My favorite dinner course was the salmon tartare; so fresh with a nice cream on top and crunch from the rice. Also, had some very tender shrimp, scallops, and wagyu. Finished out with two excellent desserts: a berry sorbet with a gingerbread snap and a chocolate cake with an Oreo crumble. Both super tasty and a great finish to a great meal. read more

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I loved the inside of the restaurant, it was very enticing and beautiful. Service was on point. They were very perceptive on each table's needs. As for the tasting, I liked the Korean influence since there aren't many tasting menus in the city with the same ingredients and flavor. I gave 4/5 because I left still hungry so maybe some of the portion sizes need to be a smidge bigger. read more

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Very unique and thoughtful tasting menu with a play on some classic Korean dishes. My favorites were the mussels as well as the salmon with crispy rice pearls. The cocktails were also super innovative I love when they tie in elements that usually aren't seen in cocktails. I got the gochujang and roasted barley I'm not sure that I'd come here again, but it was a great experience to try once! read more

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This was one of the most creative meals I've ever had. It was so delicious and the service, food and decor was on point. We went with a small group and it's definitely a more intimate special occasion restaurant. We had the tasting menu and each dish was perfectly executed and the dishes were works of art. Each dish was expertly plated and the flavors were so surprising and delicious. This is Korean inspired flavors. I enjoyed all the dishes, some were just excellent. Service was excellent, warm and attentive. One of the co-owners came by and she was just a genuine and wonderful person. You could tell she is proud of her food and restaurant. One of the best fancy food meals I've had. If you have a chance, definitely try it and get the tasting menu. You won't be disappointed. read more

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Super long overdue review - One of the best tasting menu I've had that is Korean influenced. Every dish was so delicious. We came in with a group of 4 for a joint birthday party. It was for my husband and sister in law (their birthdays are a week apart). It was lovely that they even got a birthday treat to take home afterwards too. Each dish was so well thought out and the flavors were perfect. I can say I actually left content. Sometimes at these tasting menu you still leave so hungry but no not at jeong, I left satisfied. One of the few places I would actually want to go back again! read more

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This review is long overdue, but mostly because my experience was so amazing and the food was incredibly delicious that I really needed some time to process and figure out how I could compose a review that would accurately depict my entire experience here. As a foodie's first time in Chicago, there were plenty of restaurants for me to try. We somehow stumbled across jeong on Yelp, looked at the menu, and knew it was a match made in heaven! The tasting menu may look small, but it is mighty - both in variety of dishes and flavors. Every dish was so balanced in flavor. Everything was so Goldilocks (where everything was justtt right!) Sweet was balanced with savory or acid, nothing was too salty and was perfect to taste. The service here was amazing as well. I had ordered a tea, which came with an entire teapot. They were extremely attentive and constantly refilled the tea pot with hot water. The food also just kept on coming as we finished each dish, but we never felt rushed. Having had a disappointing experience at a three-star Michelin restaurant the night before, jeong was so refreshing. Nothing over the top, and the atmosphere is inviting. Just great food cooked simply, combined with ingredients to bring out the intrinsic flavors of the main protein/star of the dish, along with a Korean twist. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting Chicago and can't wait to come back! read more

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A fantastic date spot with a beautiful interior and helpful staff delivering elevated contemporary Korean food. They have a great tasting menu with a wine pairing if you'd like or you can try some of their delicious cocktails. Each dish is well balance with acid, sweet, fat, and the depth of flavor that makes each dish outstanding. It's hard to pick favorites but the scallop and skate stood a little bit above the rest. This is a must try menu. read more

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