Favorite korean place in Phoenix, and great that it's in north Phoenix! Came in for Thursday dinner…read moreand it was nearly all full but we were able to get a seat right away. Glad they're doing well Chad, our server, was attentive, kind, and funny. Great service! Got the over the rainbow roll, tteok bokki, chun cheon chicken galbi, ossam bulgogi. - roll had tasty purple rice and fresh fish! Not fishy at all - tteok bokki had a little spice and loved how soft but chewy the tteok was. Even after taking it to go and reheating it, the tteok was nice and soft and chewy - chun cheon chicken galbi - great flavor without being salty. Asked for extra veggies and they were cooked perfectly so there was a crunch. Chicken is sooo tender

Really great spot near my house! The staff was very friendly and the vibe was chill even though it…read morewas pretty busy. We didn't have to wait too long to be seated, and they took our order quickly. The food also came out in a reasonable amount of time considering how packed it was. My ramen was delicious and really flavorful, and the roll we ordered was also very tasty. Another cool thing is that there's a small market in the same plaza with treats and snacks. I noticed the host called someone to let them know their table was ready while they were shopping there, which I thought was such a great idea if you're waiting for a seat. Overall, great food, friendly service, and a nice atmosphere. I'd definitely come back!

My friends and I were craving for some kbbq and was recommended to come here. I'm in town visiting…read moreand they are locals here so I was excited to see what their service and selection of meats were. Upon arriving, we immediately put down our names and waited no longer than 15 minutes (4 of us total). However, shortly after the line started to back up. I recommend coming around 4 pm to avoid longer wait times. Kelvin and Jimmy both were superstars and gave us top notch service. They made a great team and kept following up to ensure we were always fed or if we needed to replenish our meat order. Not once did we have to wait for the meat to come out. The ambiance is very rowdy and lively. We definitely enjoyed our time here and recommend it for its affordability and quality you pay for it!

Manna BBQ is a truly all you can eat Korean bbq. It's not only delicious but also my families go to…read morefor celebration dinners. In addition to the meat my kids get fried chicken & dumplings sides and also we get dessert and thaw it on the grill at the end. Cant recommend this place enough.

So good! This was our first time coming here, and my entire family left full, happy, and loving the…read morefood. The whole experience was excellent -- great ambiance, great service, and really high-quality food. We loved everything from the steak combo to the noodles, and even all of the vegetables were amazing. It was also really fun watching the server cook everything right in front of us. Honestly, after a few recent restaurant experiences with mediocre food and top-tier prices, I was starting to give up on dining out. This place restored my faith that there are still restaurants serving quality food with great service and atmosphere. It's definitely more of a special occasion place and not cheap, but in our opinion it was worth it.

Every time I come here the portion keeps getting smaller and smaller and not to mention the quality…read moreof the meat has declined tremendously. The server was very attentive and engaging but when you pay extra $$ to taste great quality meat and you get chewy, thick, and hard chadol which is supposed to be thinly sliced brisket you kinda think if they're cutting cost by buying cheaper meat. This is my very last time giving this place another try. Just horrible.

We took our small family to Seoul BBQ & Sushi and it was such a wonderful experience. The food was…read moreabsolutely delicious, especially the meats , super fresh and full of flavor. My son couldn't stop smiling because the food and he loved the mochi ice cream there too Everyone enjoyed all kinds of meats, everything tasted so good. The restaurant is clean, nice, and very comfortable, and the service was quick and super friendly. It's a little bit pricey, but honestly worth every penny you spend. Such a great place for family time with amazing food and happy memories. We'll definitely be back

We ordered takeout from Seoul BBQ & Sushi and liked it. We specifically got the bulgogi bento,…read morekimchi fried rice, Korean fried chicken (with spicy sauce), goon mandu and shrimp shumai. The order came with some banchan; stir fried fish cakes, cucumber salad, and kimchi. The bulgogi itself was good but didn't have a very smoky flavor. It came with fried vegetable spring rolls, shumai and goon mandu. I didn't realize it came with the same appetizers we ordered but didn't mind as they were tasty. The only item we didn't care for were the spring rolls, which were mushy. The kimchi fried rice was ok, I'm not sure I'd get it again. I really enjoyed the goon mandu and would definitely order it again, it was crisp, the filling well seasoned and I especially loved the dipping sauce it came with. The shumai had an interesting spongy texture and nice shrimpy flavor which I enjoyed. Warning, the spicy sauce for the wings is not for the faint hearted! I was not prepared for that level of heat but if you enjoy really spicy food you'd like it. It was too much for me and my boyfriend who typically eats really spicy food. Thankfully, the sauce was on the side and the wings themselves were nice and crispy so we ate them without the sauce. The prices were reasonable and portions were large. I would definitely come back!

First time visiting POCHA 54. We walked in at about 6:30 PM and it was very quiet so I was a little…read moreconcerned despite the great yelp reviews. Now one hour and 20 minutes later this place is hopping! There are so many interesting things on the menu that are new to me! We started with the Spam Musubi and Sotteok Kochi. We actually liked both of them, but definitely an experience! The one piece of spam is enormous! For dinner, we ordered the Cheese Buldak and the mushroom japchae. we really liked both of them, but the Korean spicy chicken in the buldak is amazing. Destiny is a great server! The overall vibe is fun and lively. Check it out!

We were craving Korean bar food so popped over and got a few items…read more Always get the cheesy corn and some fried chicken to dip into it! The best thing was the Brussel sprouts. I'm glad that trend isn't over! Service was great. Place is small yet decorated well.

My favorite Korean spots in Arizona since there weren't that many Korean spots in Glendale!…read moreHowever, they have some pretty authentic Korean dishes! Parking is pretty small so parking can be a little difficult when it gets busy! Service is decent and they are very friendly but could be more attentive. It is pretty spacious inside with plenty of indoor seating. However, it can get pretty loud when it is busy so it might be hard to hear one another They offer Korean BBQ but it isn't all you can eat, as well as Korean dishes (tofu soup, bulgogi, bibimbap, etc.), and sushi. There is even a lunch special menu Mon-Fri 11-2:30pm and has a good selection of bento boxes! I've gotten their beef teriyaki bento box and it came with rice, salad, 2 piece California rolls, and 2 pc fried gyozas. Pricing is $13-20 The beef teriyaki is pretty tender, flavorful, and not too salty. The salad is underwhelming and didn't have fresh greens. The fried gyozas were decent, nothing special. The California rolls were ok, not bad. I would say it's 7/10. The bibimbap was very fresh and delicious but a little pricey ($18.95). The bulgogi was marinated very well and rice was super crispy inside the hot stone bowl. Seafood tofu soup was pretty good and not too overly salty. It was very flavorful and the tofu was very soft. I would say it's 8/10 Would definitely recommend and return

We were so sad to find out Takamatsu closed…read more Takamatsu was our family's favorite restaurant and the only place we celebrated family birthdays for nearly 15 years. Takamatsu was part of our family's tradition and is in our memories forever. The staff, the owner, the food was amazing! Thank you Takamatsu

A restaurant in Chandler recommended Hanshin Pocha, and I'm glad I checked it out…read more The food, service, and overall ambiance all work together really well here. The kitchen brings out flavorful dishes, the staff keeps the experience welcoming and relaxed, and the space itself carries that lively late-night pocha atmosphere that makes people want to stay, talk, and enjoy the energy around them. What stood out most was how the food, service, and ambiance seem to paint the full experience together in the background -- it feels social, authentic, and full of character rather than overly staged. I occasionally assist with bookings for a K/J-electronica dance music artist who engages with Japanese, Korean, and broader Asian cultural communities through music and visual art. Seeing a venue with this kind of atmosphere immediately feels like a natural fit for creative nightlife energy. Opportunities for live music collaborations are always curated carefully, but if the venue ever explores special music nights in the future, the vibe here already feels like it could support something memorable. Great spot overall and happy it was recommended.

I was excited to visit after seeing the positive reviews online. The interior is spacious and…read morecomfortable, which made for a pleasant first impression. The service was acceptable, it's more of a push-to-order style where you request what you need, which can be convenient. Unfortunately, the food was the most disappointing part of the experience. We ordered three dishes, and none of them met expectations. The dumplings were slimy, and the dough seemed undercooked. The squid was extremely chewy, and the chicken was dry and lacked seasoning. Overall, several items tasted as though they may have been previously frozen. It's possible that this was simply an off experience, but based on this visit, I don't see myself returning.

This is my favorite go-to place for Korean Tofu soup! I got…read morethe beef tofu soup - medium spicy. Tofu soup comes with rice and the side dishes. I love the rice with the pumpkin/squash in it! And the side dishes are so delicious! They switch to different ones every few months. The soup also comes with the raw egg that you crack it on top when they bring out the dish. The broth is always flavorful and depends on which tofu soup (beef, seafood, kimchi, etc) you get, the broth flavor is different. The tofu is made in house so it is fresh and soft. The staff is always friendly and the restaurant is nice and clean.

I have to report here what happened when we came here a few weeks ago and it was not cool what the…read morewaitress did. My friends and I came to this place together because I had been before and liked the Korean food here. Food was legit and was a good experience previously. However, the day we came in, the waitress got my friend's order wrong as my friend wanted the bibimbap but the waitress heard something else and brought out a soup. When my friend immediately told her that isnt what she ordered, the waitress (new) proceeded to argue with my friend. I watched incredulously as things started to unfold. The waitress even asked my friend to pronounce bimbimpap again and told her she should learn how to pronounce it better. She kept arguing wirh my friend and mind you, waitess wasnt Korean or Korean American. At this point, I had to step in, as I also heard my friend say bibimbap clearly. The waitress didnt know what she was talking about and at the same time was being rude as heck to my friend. Then, my other friend shows up and orders a bibimpap. When the bibimpap is brought out, I asked her to bring some gochujang for my friend. I didnt know if my friend would like this chili paste, so wanted her to have the option to try it. The waitress again decided to argue about this and at this point, she was really testing my nerve. She said bibimpap doesn't come with gochujang and I am like thinking are you crazy, woman? I am not Korean but I have been eating Korean food for 30+ years, I know what I am talking about. She then asked me to repeat gochujang several times and I was very annoyed at this point. Its like, look lady, you dont know what youre talking about, stop sticking your foot in your mouth and come on, be nice to your customers! Because of this terrible behavior, I asked to speak to a manager, a woman came over and listened to what happened and apologized and thats how we found out she was new. I was beyond frustrated at this point. Despite the horrible service, I still left a 10% tip, but honestly the waitress deserves zilch and needed more training. The food is solid here but I wont be returning with that kind of behavior, I can choose where my money goes, and these days with it being so hard to get by, good luck to this place as I am not coming back.

I was very happy with my choice to have lunch here. It was delicious. Family owned restaurant. The…read moreserver was very helpful with assisting me with the menu. With his help I made the correct choice. Will repeat. Great atmosphere. Very nice and clean place!

Great option for a variety of Korean food. You can choose to Korean BBQ side (cook your own) or…read morekitchen prepared. They have wonderful dishes to choose from - the food is fresh and very good! If you are looking for good Korean food try Koreatown! Bonus- the restaurant is so clean and lots of seating!

My husband and I absolutely love Ohya -- it's by far our favorite Korean restaurant. The atmosphere…read moreis always laid-back and fun, and the service is friendly and quick every time. My husband got his favorite, the kimchi fried rice, which comes out sizzling on a skillet and smells absolutely intoxicating. The portion is generous too, so we always have leftovers. I ordered a lunch special with the bulgogi and added a crunchy California roll for just a few extra dollars. The portion was huge -- unlike other places that skimp on bento-style servings, Ohya gives you plenty. Not to mention you get UNLIMITED Korean side dishes. Everything we've had here has been amazing. The flavors are bold, the ingredients fresh, and honestly, it's just a 10/10 every time. For drinks, my husband had an apple sake, which is always delicious, and I had a hot green tea, which came perfectly prepared and ready to drink -- I didn't even need any sweetener. We try to go as often as we can, and it never disappoints. Ohya is hands-down one of our favorite spots for Korean food and sushi.

Service was 10/10 Unfortunately the sushi was Subpar at…read morebest. Our Spider Roll had Rotten crab in it, after one bite we knew something was wrong with it. I ended up with Food Poisoning later that night. First a Last time we will go here.