This place has been on my list to try for awhile. It's sometimes hard to believe when a business has this many great reviews, but I picked this place for our anniversary dinner. I ordered the Double Fried Chicken Wings, Spicy Raw Crab and the Spicy Seafood JJamPPong. The JJamPPong was so unbelievably good, so savory, spicy and packed with flavor. Everything was great, nice healthy level of spicy. Service was so friendly and nice, and accommodating. The food and service were prompt and it was just overall a good experience. I would definitely be back for more. read more

Came here to avoid the HMart parking fight and to support a more local Korean/Chinese place. Parking is tough in the Excelsior as expected. We ordered a seafood jjamppong and and a jajang mein. Both came out quite quickly, and the portion sizes seemed pretty good for the price. However, it felt like they skimped a little on the proteins, and the flavors were not as good as other Korean places I've had. The jjamppong had a good amount of spice, but it felt like we were just eating noodles with minimal seafood. The soup was a little bland and the overall flavor profile was not to my expectations. The Jajang Mein was also weird in a way that it wasn't Chinese or Korean, but a worse of both worlds. There were only a few slices of cucumber which made the entire dish heavy. There was seafood which was a little weird, and the pork they gave was surprisingly little compared to the amount of sauce. Safe to say that no dishes were finished due to the carb to protein ratio. Aside from the location and the perk of being locally owned, I believe HMart just down the street has a better flavor profile and experience, I cannot comment on their other dishes, but would recommend people ordering 1 noodle dish per 2 people, as they use the same noodles for everything, and to prevent the carb overload. Maybe their other dishes are more redeeming in quality and flavor, but I do not see myself coming back. read more

JJamPPong - Jajang Mein - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I came here expecting a solid Korean-Chinese meal, but the experience didn't live up to the hype. The customer service was disrespectful the staff came off as rude and inattentive, which set a bad tone from the start. We ordered jjamppong, jajangmyeon, and spicy marinated crab. The flavors were underwhelming, and nothing really stood out compared to other spots in the city. On top of that, the prices felt too high for the quality and portion size. Overall, it felt like you're paying more for reputation than actual food. Unfortunately, I wouldn't return. read more

Another great meal at JJamPPong. Their Korean Fried Chicken ("KFC") is the best in the area. The wonton soup pairs well with the KFC as it lightens the calories count. The garlic string beans dish has a nice snap to it. Their dishes has a home cook vibe to it. Good job chefs at JJamPPong. It is a treat to eat at Korean family owned restaurant. read more

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Hands down one of the best in the city, this place is truly a gem. They do get pretty busy, but that just speaks to their quality, taste, and generous portions. Add in great service and friendly owners, and you can tell they genuinely care about their customers and the food they serve. It never misses, always consistently good. We've been coming here for a couple of years now, and whenever this is the lunch or dinner option, it's always a quick yes. We've tried quite a few dishes here: the honey walnut prawns, salt and pepper pork loin, salt and pepper prawns (so good), shrimp fried rice, and their regular chow mein with beef or shrimp, honestly all 10/10. But our definite go-to is the Hong Kong-style chow mein and the Mongolian beef. The portions are generous and usually feed us with some leftovers, which is always a plus. Pricing is fair for the quality and portion sizes. The place is clean. The only downside is parking, it's street parking only, so it can be a little tough to find a spot sometimes. read more

JJamPPong - Mongolian Beef - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Korean spicy crab! A must have when you come here. The fried chicken wings and also the hanover soup is soooo yummy! I came here with my sister, nephew and niece and we loved it there! Can't wait to go back again. read more

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Delicious I was surprised at the food at this unassuming hole in the wall. There were plenty of seats when we came in on a Sunday night. Their menu seemed to have the classics + a few other Chinese dishes, but we didn't bother with those. We ordered and the food came out fast. *The Tangsuyuk came out first. Lots of crispy tender pork but the sauce was really special. Not too sweet with just the right amount of thickness. *The namesake jjamppong was hot and very spicy, but in a pleasant way. It could have used a little more seafood but the flavor was very on point. *Can't forget about the jajangmyeon. We tried both the beef and the seafood + beef. Both were excellent. The sauce is thick and rich and grappled onto the noodles. The service? attentive. Prices? great. Will def be coming back read more

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Happend to be near this part of town and it was dinner time. Parking can be difficult in this area, bring your patience. This restuarant was tasty and service was fantastic. I don't usually have high standards for service at traditional Asian restaurants, but this one was genuine/friendly, quick, and efficient. I was impressed with the green beans in garlic sauce. The green beans had a nice crunch and weren't greasy. I truly tasted the garlic flavor, but it didn't overpower the dish. The clams tasted fresh and the chives/sauce paired nicely. Their famous jajang mein noodles had a nice chew, not soggy. They had enough sauce with bits of various ingredients that all went well together. Prices are standard compared with other similar restaurants. The ambiance was cozy and clean. There were a few tables available for large parties of 8-10, but probably best to come in small groups. Will definitely dine here again in the future. #31/2025 read more

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Go out of your way to dine at JJamPPong. Seriously, no matter where you are in San Francisco, this is a place that is worth checking out! Located in the mission district area, this is authenticity at its best. It's a lovely mix of Korean and Chinese delightful and delicious dishes. We've been here several times because it's that good. The dining room is small, but it's clean and the staff is very welcoming. Outside of outstanding food, here's what I absolutely love. The way they package to go orders. Yes, you read that correctly, the way they packaged to go orders. This alone outside of as I mentioned the delicious food, is a reason to dine here. The to go orders are vacuumed sealed, ensuring freshness, warmth, and the ability to reheat if need be the items. I absolutely plan on going back, again! Because there are so many dishes that are on the must try list. The double fried garlic chicken wings are so tasty! I wish they had a little bit more of the garlic sauce, and plan on requesting that for my next visit. The wings are super generous size. Not those small flimsy wings that you might find elsewhere. Perfectly crispy and perfectly moist meat. Just so delicious! My new favorite and go to is the JaJang Mein. It absolutely takes me back to Korea. This is comfort food at its finest, and I'm telling you this is the place to have it! The black bean sauce with bits of pork, and veggies, and the noodles, it makes my mouth water just at the thought of how good this incredible dishes. Don't let the coloring of the sauce dissuade you. I'm telling you it's fabulous! Parking is impossible because, San Francisco. Make the effort. Make the push. Go and try all the food. Seriously you can't go wrong. And again, if you don't wanna dine in, the way they package everything to go makes it even more tempting. You can even call in your order! read more

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The area surrounding JJamPPong is maybe a little bit sketch, but the interior is clean and put-together! We ordered the jjamppong (seafood noodles) and the black bean noodles, which were tasty and well-portioned. I thought the sauce could have been a bit saltier or flavorful, but that could just be my own tastebuds. Service was kind and quick! A wonderful Sunday lunch experience read more

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I've been craving JjamPpong and I finally had the chance to visit again after more than a year. This place is still SO good, with big portions that are reasonably priced. I usually order the spicy marinated crab but came for lunch this time, and ordered seafood jjamppong, chicken wings, and garlic green beans. It seems that they have hired more people to help out with the restaurant, and I was grateful when the server would come by to help us refill our tea and water. Looking forward to coming back again in the near future! read more

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Everything came out hot and flavorful. The compao shrimp was packed with veggies and had the perfect kick. The tofu dish was rich and soft, and the fried rice was cooked just right -- not oily, full of eggs and veggies. The wonton soup was super comforting. Also first time trying the Raw marinated crab and it was very good also the service was amazing. Portions are generous, the food tastes fresh, and it's a solid place to come with family or friends. Cozy, casual vibe -- definitely a spot I'd come back to. read more

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Delish and good service . Wow , let me tell ya . This good, this good food right here, read more

JJamPPong - Seafood Jjamppong - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came here with friends and ordered a mix of dishes: chicken wings, two orders of the marinated crab, jajangmyeon, fried scallop, fried rice, and an eggplant dish. Honestly, everything was mid -- nothing really stood out. The marinated crab was okay, but nothing spectacular. There wasn't much meat, and the two orders weren't even consistent -- one was spicier, the other leaned a bit sweet. It just felt like the hype isn't there anymore. The rest of the food was fine but forgettable. I've been here a handful of times over the years, and this visit was definitely the weakest. If you've never tried marinated crab, maybe give it a try, but overall the food just isn't as good as it used to be. Also, parking in this area is rough. read more

What a fun hidden gem in the Mission! I never had raw crab before and totally did not expect something so soft, creamy, and tasty. The spice did kick my butt though so we got some extra rice and lots of water. The jajang mein was solid, not amazing. The sweet and sour pork was good and fried really nicely (not too greasy) - it felt like I was eating protein fries. Great service. read more

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Went over at around 6:45 pm on a Monday and we got a table for 2 immediately. The restaurant is pretty small but the seating isn't too tight and it is a quiet place to get dinner. They have a variety of Korean and Chinese dishes which are unique and also some specialties like the Jjamppong and Spicy Raw Crab. Jjamppong - I had been wanting to try this dish and it was packed with flavor. The spice and tangy flavors came through very strongly, loaded up abundantly with the noodles and mix of seafoods which were all cooked well. Tangsuyuk - I typically really enjoy the Cantonese style of sweet and sour pork and this one was a cool variation of that. It was sweet, sour and a refreshing break from eating the more intense jjamppong. It was different with the pork being fried and the crunchy vegetables. From the generous portion sizes to the flavors, I would definitely come back and try some of their other dishes. read more

JJamPPong - Jjamppong - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Great dishes! Small-medium sized restaurant tucked into the street. Fast and friendly service! I got their wings (plain) and a green bean pork. The wings were really good but there's no marinate in them except maybe salt. Their wings are setup to rely on their sauce for flavor, but I'm a simple eater. The sauces are astounding, and very popular. However, the wings were still really good a flavorful, and big in size! I also got a green beans pork which was a very a generous dish. Lots of pork, less than expected green beans. I thought, for sure, green beans would dominate this dish, but it was the other way around. There's more pork than green beans. That was an awesome surprise!!! read more

This spot is a hidden gem! You don't usually find many filling and affordable Chinese-Korean places in the city, but this restaurant is one of them. The ambiance is nothing particularly special, but the food is comforting and delicious. Our go-tos are always the jajang mein, tangsuyuk, and crispy garlic beef. Plenty of other good dishes here too, but I highly highly recommend the jajang mein. I've come here often with my family for Sunday lunch and we never have an issue getting a table. Service is fast and the waiters are so nice, always refilling our picked radish. Bonus: they give gummy bears with the bill. Lowkey wanted to gatekeep this place but it deserves so much love ! read more

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Hands down our favorite family GO-TO for Korean-Chinese food!!! The spicy seasoned crab NEVER disappoints-today it was next-level spicy and we loved every bite . The garlic green beans are a must-order, and the crispy garlic beef brings the perfect amount of heat and crunch. We also tried the crispy jalapeño tofu today and WOW pillowy soft tofu wrapped in the lightest, crispiest coating. Absolutely addictive. Beef Chow Fun and their JJajangmyun is always a non-negotiable for us, so good, every single time. The food is always consistent, high quality, and full of flavor. June and Morgan are the BEST, warm, welcoming, and truly make you feel like family. And the gummy bears with the bill at the end? The perfect sweet touch This place never misses. We keep coming back for a reason!! read more

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This place had pretty decent jjajangmyeon!! I like that they open until 10pm for a late ish dinner. The service was fast and we got our food pretty quickly. We also got their spicy raw marinated crab. It was delicious and flavorful but a bit too spicy to fully enjoy it. read more

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Driving back through the City after getting skunked by fog at the coast (damn you, weather report), our trip was saved by this delightful little restaurant. It's Chinese-Korean fusion (heavy on the Chinese). The wonton soup was warming and didn't require any soy sauce, a first for me. The jalapeno beef was nicely crispy and sauced. They served with kimchi and yellow pickled daikon, which complimented it nicely. Very nice tea, too. Small place and the servers were always on their game. Will come back when we're in the area. read more

My friend and I took one of the last tables available on a weekday night. While the menu is seen "within" the table, we were also given menus to view their extensive list of Korean dishes. My friend and I settled on their pork Jajang Mein and Double Fried Chicken Wings with garlic sauce. Jajang Mein: I loved the texture of the noodles along with the black bean sauce and pork. There isn't much room to mess up with this dish, and it was exactly as I expected! Chicken Wings: While the wing skin itself was yummy, I wish that the chicken inside had more flavoring/was cooked slightly more. The chicken was also a bit too salty, and I had hoped for a more crispy and sweeter taste. Overall, service was quick and friendly! I appreciated the Haribo gummy bears we got as our "dessert/refreshment" at the end. read more

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Had this place bookmarked for while since it was one of the first few bay area spots that offered Spicy raw crab. Glad one of my friends was observing Good Friday which helped us narrowed down to this spot. JJampong in SF is an absolute find if you're craving solid Korean-Chinese fare. The jjajjamyeon is easily one of the best I've had in the Bay--perfectly chewy noodles with that rich, savory-black bean sauce that hits all the right notes. We also tried the walnut shrimp, salt and pepper chicken wings, and sweet and sour pork--all very delicious. Crispy, not greasy, and packed with flavor. The HK noodles were super crispy and had that nostalgic, homey flavor--like something you'd get at a classic Hong Kong cafe. One standout was the spicy raw marinated crab. Yes, it's pretty spicy and salty on its own, but eat it with a bowl of rice and it balances beautifully. A worker recommended mixing in a bit of the jjajjamyeon sauce with it which elevated the flavors and made every bite addictive. Friendly service and great portions. Would definitely recommend if you're looking to explore some delicious Korean-Chinese comfort food in south city. read more

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my friends and i came here to try the spicy raw crab! it can be a bit difficult to find parking, although there's paid metered parking or neighborhood parking nearby. i've been here twice, and i didn't have to wait for a table either time. service is friendly, and the kitchen is really fast! - double fried chicken wings with garlic sauce (5/5): this was one of my favorite dishes! the wings were huge, crispy, juicy, and really well-seasoned. they reminded me of vietnamese fish sauce wings or korean fried chicken with a less sweet soy garlic sauce - honey walnut shrimp (4.5/5): very interesting yellow color! the flavor was really great, and it wasn't too sweet. the shrimp were also super crispy and pretty big! i really liked the nutty flavor of the walnuts with the sauce, and i wish there were more - orange chicken (2/5): we thought this would be a safe choice, but it was the worst dish we tried. only some of the chicken was covered in sauce, and the sauce was very light-colored and subtle. it wasn't like your typical orange chicken sauce. it did have orange slices in it and it did taste like oranges, but it just wasn't that flavorful. the batter wasn't super crispy - it was more flour-y, and it looked very white - kimchi fried rice (3.5/5): the rice had a good kimchi flavor, but i thought it could've been even stronger. because it was fairly mild, it made a good base to go with the meat. there was a good amount of kimchi mixed in - spicy raw crab (5/5): i was a little scared to try this, but it exceeded all expectations. we all ended up loving it! it was a little messy, but they gave us gloves. the crabs were already open, so it wasn't too hard to get the meat out. the dish came with a bowl of white rice and a pack of seaweed, which were great with the crab. the crab was really soft and had a good sweet and spicy flavor, though it wasn't as spicy as the jjampong - jjampong with seafood & pork & vegetable (4/5): really great gochugaru flavor, but it was too spicy for two of my friends to eat. i didn't notice much seafood or pork in it, but it was a pretty hearty serving and great for a cold, rainy day - seafood jajang mein (3.5/5): this dish packed a lot of flavor, but i thought there was too much sauce for the amount of noodles, and it was a little too sweet. there also wasn't that much seafood, maybe 2-3 shrimp. the noodles were on the softer end, which i prefer overall, jjampong was a great place for some korean and chinese comfort food. the dishes were a bit expensive, but the portion sizes were worth it and more than enough for 4 of us to share. some dishes were better than others, but i would happily come back for the chicken wings and the spicy raw crab! read more

This place got craze from Tik Tok apparently and went here from the homies who live nearby. I will say the social media hype matches reality. Straight to it - its big portions with affordable prices. Service is on point - no complaint there. Its a sit down spot but can be to go. Parking sucks cuz well...its the City. Try to park in the neighborhoods and get those steps in. We got honey walnut shrimp, the hong kong noodles, amongst other thangs that I forgot. Not saying they're forgetful even tho it literally is in this review. It was all good. The one that stuck in my mind is the hong kong noodle. I frickin' love the crunchy noodles with gravy smothered on it omg. This edible is kickin' in as I write this, and I think we finna order this tonight. read more

I happened to be in the neighborhood and stopped by for lunch on the weekend. As we waited for our food, we snacked on the complimentary pickled radish and kimchi. The jajangmyeon and jjamppong were solid, and the noodles were thicker than what I'm used to. The portions were pretty big, so we definitely had leftovers. However, I was disappointed by the tangsuyuk. The thin batter was almost nonexistent and became quite soggy in the sauce, and the meat was a bit mushy. I wish the sauce was on the side instead. Overall, I prefer other restaurants for Chinese Korean food, but I am intrigued by their popular raw marinated crab and would come back to try it! read more

JJamPPong - Seafood Jjamppong, Jajang Mein, Sweet & Sour Pork / Tangsuyuk Pork - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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There's barely anything Korean on the menu. They were very nice and the place seemed clean. However, pretty sure I got upset/sick stomach from the food. Won't be going back read more

We ordered the jjampong and ja jang mein. Both were delicious but my preference was the jjampong. I like that both dishes weren't overly salty. It paired perfect with the sweet and sour pork. Waiter did a great job refilling our tea and giving us napkins. read more

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Oof, forgot to let my phone eat first as we were all quite famished. Post Hot Chocolate run, we came here for lunch as a group of 7 with it being the first time for many to lavish in spicy marinated crab. I had been raving about this place to everyone so thankfully there wasn't very much of a wait for us when we entered. We ordered two spicy marinated crab, jajang mein, combo fried rice, two double fried chickens, and tangsuyuk. We all chowed down immediately and the food was top tier and fresh. They were so attentive to us with plate refreshes, water, you name it! We all perfectly finished the food and got the haribo gummies with the bill. The prices here are spectacular given that is quite the tough times so highly recommend eating here ~ read more

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Very warm male host. He made my evening. The prices seem high, but portions are large. read more

The portions are huge here and the service is fantastic! The food is a mix of Chinese and Korean and tea is complimentary. It is not the best Chinese or Korean food in the city, but everything else about the experience was great. read more

JJamPPong - Chicken Chow Mein - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Super tasty and friendly staff! Best to take public transportation or if you drive, park on Alemany Bvld. Recommend the JJamPPong ($18) soup (variety of veggies and meat) which is good for two people to share. The bowl is pretty large, not too spicy as well. In terms of flavor, good acidity with some spice. Easy to drink soup. Spicy marinated crab ($34) contains a total about 8 half small crabs. The store provides you gloves, seafood, and rice. The employees did offer additional seaweed, but the one pack is definitely enough. In terms of the flavor, it gets quite spicy about 3 half crabs in. But the daikon side dishes really help with tbh the spice! The restaurant is very clean and has super friendly staff. Large portion of food, not all are spicy, and very tasty! read more

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Party of 3 came for late dinner on Saturday with no wait time. We ordered the Jjamppong,black bean noodles, garlic fried chicken, and honey walnut shrimp. All the food came out quick and tasted great! Our favorite dishes were the jjamppong and black bean noodles since the noodles in both dishes were nice and chewy. Jjampong was decently spicy too but the radish and kimchi they give you help cut it a bit. They saw us struggling to ladle the noodle soup so they came over and helped us, so kind! Restaurant gives off mom-and-pop vibes with a little K-pop playing. Definitely coming back to try other dishes and highly recommend both popular noodle dishes! read more

JJamPPong - Honey Walnut Shrimp - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came here with a group before a Cow Palace event and man was that a good choice! Good: - My first time trying raw crab - it was a little too spicy for me but otherwise such a good unique experience! They also give you gloves - Super nice staff, talked to us about which concert we were going to and the food also came out very quickly - Loved the ja jeong mian - the texture of the noodles and sauce to food ratio was great - The jjampong was really good too - the soup was tasty and the noodles were chewy - Pork and green bean was really good too, I usually don't like it as a dish - Good prices! Super reasonable. Bad: - Super simple casual place, not a fancy place Overall enjoyed this place so much, love the food! read more

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Very good Chinese-Korean cuisine. I especially love their spicy marinated raw crab -- I haven't been able to find another place in the area that serves it this well. Definitely recommend checking it out, and I'll absolutely be coming back for it again. read more

Have come for lunch and dinner before, and were able to be seated right away both times. You can find parking if you're willing to park a few blocks away, but pay attention to the street cleaning signs! My favorites are the marinated raw crab and the spicy glazed chicken wings, their jajangmyeon is good as well! Their crab is on the spicier side, but is always fresh and you get a good number of them for the price! The wings come out piping hot and are a good balance of sweet and spicy. A great place to come and share a few dishes with friends! read more

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Spicy marinated crab was my fav. Had a nice balance of garlic + spicyness. The black bean noodle was also tasty however the portion of the noodle felt a little smaller compared to other jjajjangmyun bowls good experience though would like to come and try the other dishes read more

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Finally was able to try the famous raw marinated crab. It was delicious, spicy, and bursting with flavor. The hubs and I ordered take out and accompanied the crab with the spicy seafood noodle. We compared it some other restaurants and found that their version is on par with paks noodles. The portion was huge and they did not skimp on the ingredients. We also decided to order their fried chicken, which came out crispy and moist despite us picking up our food late. We were all surprised by the amount of food that came with the order. The staff was welcoming and we would definitely come back to the other items. I will say that the chicken was a bit sweet for my taste, but outside of that, it was everything a good KFC would entail. read more

The food here is ok. It was suggested to me, by comparing it to Le Soleil which is my personal favorite. The service is excellent and you feel that you're at home . The portions are very generous. The place is clean . The food in Le Soleil is much better and the price is almost the same. I am glad I tried it but I am sticking to my original favorite. read more

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This restaurant is a welcome addition to the neighborhood and I'm glad that my partner and I ate here and we plan on coming back. Growing up, my best friend of 40 years was from Korea (immigrating to the US as a child with her parents having never learned English) and I spent a lot of time at my best friend's house, eating homemade Korean food. In addition, my mother is from Taiwan (Chinese/Taiwanese with English being my mom's 3rd language). At JJamPPong, I can taste the influence of Korean (mostly) and Chinese/Chinese American food (to a lesser extent), but it doesn't taste like anything I ate whike growing up. So, JJamPPong tastes different yet familiar all at the same time and I like having that experience. It's a unique dining experience and it tastes good. The restaurant is generous with the amount of seafood in its seafood dishes so even the pricier dishes (such as the spicy raw crab) are worth the price you pay. And some dishes are messy so be careful what you order if you're on a date or having a business lunch/dinner. For example, the noodles are LONG (which, by the way, is a sign of longevity in Chinese culture) so although it may bring long life eating a long noodle, it's also a difficult task to slurp up a seemingly never-ending noodle. Also, the spicy raw crab is a messy dish where you use your hands (using plastic gloves that are provided by the restaurant) to pick up and eat crab that has a generous amount of red sauce with your hands. So, it is a very messy but fun experience that I would only share with someone you feel comfortable eating like a wild animal around. My partner and I ordered 3 dishes but realized that we probably would have been satisfied/full just sharing one dish and ended up taking home the leftovers which we ate for both lunch and dinner the following day. Service was great too. Would recommend giving this place a try! read more

JJamPPong - Generous portions. This is our leftovers AFTER eating at the restaurant. - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California