A hole-in-the wall restaurant not located in the central centreville, but serving some of the…read morebetter korean comfort foods in area. One thing they do here are huge portions that are perfect for sharing within a large group. I actually didn't end of ordering anything for myself, and I was still very full at the end from trying everyone's LOL I particularly liked their bossam and kimchi, not usually a fan of bossam but whatever they do here, it's so yummy! I could probably just make do with an order of their daeji bossam, which has everything :) I would also recommend their kimchi jjigae and donkatsu

Bon Ga is a mom-and-pop restaurant that is located in a plaza a mile west from the other Korean…read morespots in Centreville. The menu was extensive, filled with lots of homey options that I don't usually see in other restaurants. After ordering, we were served six different banchans, all of which were incredibly homey -- light and not too savory. My favorites were the acorn jelly (which was mixed with salted seaweed and sesame seeds) and the white kimchi. Honestly, all six were really solid. AL TANG - 19.99 Super savory with lots of "sea sweetness" and umami, this stew was rich and piping hot upon arrival. I've never had al tang before, but have heard great things about it. Unfortunately, I didn't love the texture of fish roe (kind of reminded me of the texture of cooked chicken lungs). By the end of the stew, I thought it was too salty, so I didn't end up finishing it. Overall, I'm glad I tried it, but I probably won't get it again. My friend got the mackerel which he loved. I'll look forward to other items on the menu next time.

Food quality: 5/5 Food Price: 5/5…read moreCustomer Service: 5/5 Cleaness: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 The best Korean Chinese style restaurant in DMV area! I visited other places but this one is the best and satisfying my family and myself. I will keep enjoy their amazing food and bring all my friends here. Thank to all cooks, staff, and the owner. You guys have made my day!

Jajangmyeon and tangsuyuk is peak comfort food for me so I'm always looking for it. I'll admit, I'm…read morevery picky since I'm always comparing it to my fave spot (which sadly is in another state) but I try not to let that affect my judgment too much. The tangsuyuk here is the closest I've come to my fave so far with great batter and crispiness. The sweet and sour sauce was thicker and had less vegetables than I'd like but was still good and I appreciated that it was served on the side without me having to ask. The Jajangmyeon wasn't speaking to me as much, but I still ate it! As someone who frequently dines solo, I really appreciated the combo menu options. It can be tricky to order Chinese or Korean food when a lot of places do family style portions for sharing. I often wind up with more food (and a bigger check) than I need for just me! The combo option was still a huge serving but not overwhelming and it was a great price!

I returned to the business multiple times to eat the kimchi jiggae because how magical it was the…read morefirst time. But I have been disappointed each time. I really don't know if it's because too many people are getting it and they don't have the properly fermented kimchi... but the jjigae tastes too sweet and the depth of flavor is gone. Maybe they changed the chef... I'm not sure. But it's still a good restaurant. I just miss what I had the first time. I'll return with the hope that the flavor will return.

Health: Yeah this is about as healthy as you can get for real food. Veggies. Probiotic kimchi. Lean…read moremeats. Tendons. Light Sauce. Seafood. Tofu. This is literally healthier than most optimized refeed bowls for athletes and everyone else alike. This is what genuine cuisine, Korean in this case especially, can truly be for the body's future. Price: For the quality here, the price was good. I won't say perfect, but when factoring in the insane amount of food just default served, the freshness, and the taste, this was more than worth the money. Plus it's in northern Virginia. So. Good. Experience: A clean interior with little wooden boxes full of clean metal utensils on the table. Staff with genuine hospitality. Insanely quick service. Iced Korean tea and water served for free. And look at that menu. Korean. English pronunciation. A description. It even has pictures. Honestly amazing. Look at the menu. Look at it. Taste: This is the best Korean food I have ever eaten. Anywhere. For the menu variety ordered, the preparation was immaculate. Fresh. Balanced. Even the portioning was carefully curated to blend the variety of sauces and ingredients. Not too spicy. Not too salty. Not too sweet. But full of ingredient carried flavor in every bite picked carrot, spicy soup, or ox knee dipped in sesame soy sauce mix. It's even separated into convenient little bowls for customization, but without the inconvenience of basically cooking your own meals. Honestly amazing. I'll come here again if I stop off in Virginia. Maybe I'll go here just for this food. You should come here too. And bring everyone. This place doesn't deserve to get buried behind a mountain of fried oils. This is real food. The kind that helped define a culture.

I came here with my friend and her parents for dinner on a Saturday. It had a very homey…read moreexperience. There is limited seating, but luckily, my group and I got seated right away. Service was great! We ordered the budae jjigae (army stew) and jokbal (braised pig's trotters). The stew hit the spot as we were all craving something warm and soupy. It was filled with plenty of toppings. Note that if you want to add ramen they will charge you an extra fee. The jokbal came out cold so we requested that they warm up the food. The owner said that their store usually serves its jokbal cold. I thought that was strange, because I've never eaten jokbal cold. I will definitely come back again for their budae jjigae!

Tried the mul naengmyeon and sundubu--both hit the spot. The naengmyeon was light and refreshing,…read moreperfect for a hot day, and the sundubu was cozy and flavorful (though if sundubu is your main craving, Tofu Lighthouse still does it better). Service here is really good, and the side dishes honestly steal the show--fresh, tasty, and definitely above average. Overall, a solid place if you want both dishes in one meal with great service and standout banchan.

This was my first time trying the beef bone soup (seolleongtang) and was pleasantly surprised how…read moremuch I liked it! The concept of seasoning your own broth was a new thing for me but I do like this so you can cater your sodium to your liking. Adding a hint of pepper with a generous amount of salt was the combo move! The kimichi here was fantastic!!! I love the sides just as much as the main course. The menu has other soup based to select from so a variety for whatever you're looking for. I will need to come back to tried their pancake as it smelled so good! Service was friendly & nice. Despite the weekend rush, I was seated right away on a Sunday night. There is limited parking out front but of courses there's plenty of parking just in the other lot. Indoor seating is limited as the place is rather small.

I went to this location with my friend several weeks ago for the first time. It was a weekend lunch…read moreso it was a little packed but we were seated after a short wait. We ordered Brisket Seolleongtang and shared a Seafood Scallion Pancake - which is huge for two people by the way. The beef bone soup is so flavorful and only needed salt to taste. The broth was obviously cooked for hours and was really soothing. The service was fantastic. The lady serving us was in a rush but was really friendly. The prices were reasonable given the serving sizes of the food we had. The ambiance was casual and everything looks clean. I would love to come back soon!

Daebal is my go-to pocha spot! The food is amazing. The music can be a little loud, but the vibes…read moreare fun and energetic. We've had great service every time we've gone and always enjoy trying different items on the menu. I highly recommend the vegetable pancake and the tofu with kimchi--those are my absolute favorites! My girlfriends and I also shared the 막소수 while enjoying our meal. I definitely recommend coming during early dinner because it fills up quickly, especially on weekends!

This place reminds me of my college years and it was enjoyable…read more Interior is cute and old, but clean. The owner is super kind, humorous, and absolutely helpful when selecting a menu. Food is amazingly good. I couldn't believe it at first, but every time I visit here and try new things, I am amazed by the taste and it's better than others. If you want to experience 90s Korean pop bars, then this is your stop. I plan on getting some soju bomb tonight.

In a shopping center so we didn't have any issues finding parking. We came around 4:30 on a…read moreSaturday afternoon. Was quiet inside and a little unsure of whether we would order at the counter or if it was table service but figured it out, you do order up front. We ordered a 6 piece of the bone in chicken with the Honey Garlic sauce, the bimbim dumplings, Squid Kimbap, and the Spam Omurice. They gave us 2 beepers to let us know when the food . They have bowls and utensils that you can grab on your own, and there are water cups and then some soft drinks near the counter. When the beeper goes off, you can retrieve your food at the counter. The squid kimbap and the dumplings came out first. Both were delicious and had a lot flavor. There was one small shell from the squid. The dumplings were crispy and pretty good. The spam omurice I think was my favorite, it was so flavorful and a big portion. Both my husband and I really enjoyed it. The bone in chicken were hot, crispy and really good as well and they were a good size. Definitely would come back, everything was so good.

If you want something quick and k-food cravings - this is the spot…read more Service on point - he just takes orders Self serve everything From water to utensils to putting it away. Might as well put up a shop in hmart food court or lotte food court But all in all Foods little above average - you could do better at home if you ain't lazy But you feeling tired and lazy Go here when you craving that k-food

The food was overhyped in my opinion. I was excited to try the different variations of soondae…read more(blood sausage) but honestly, the regular/original one was by far the best and it was a shared consensus in our table of 5. The budae jjigae (army stew) tasted like water soup with a hint of kimchi. The gopchang soonbudu (small intestine tofu stew) was alright. I'd give it a 6/10. Someone in our group also didn't get their main entree til well after everyone finished their dishes. Thankfully we had ordered a bunch of dishes for the table to share. Personally wouldn't recommend it to anyone which I feel bad writing about. I love supporting small businesses but i would have appreciated seeing someone else's honest opinion on this place.

Tried this place again- ordered donkatsu and kimchi jjim and gyeran jjim (steamed eggs). All three…read morewere great. I hated the don katsu at bonga (a few doors down) because it was so thin, overfried, and hard. This one was good. Kimchi jjim was delicious- not spicy, savory tangy. Braised pork and kimchi is a winning combo always. Steamed eggs were great- a little salty but perfect with rice. My rice was super hard but the waitress apologized and got me new rice. Service was great. There is a lady that works on the weekends that is really focused on turning tables- you might feel unwelcomed because she's trying to get you out as fast as possible, but the other staff are super friendly. Ambiance is casual. Old ajusshis lookin for haejangguk hangover soup vibes. As for soondae, I still like Lotte/ Seoul Soondae better. It's a small establishment that fills up quickly during peak dining hours.

My girlfriend loves this kbbq spot for their galbi and steamed egg. Her go-to is the beef combo and…read morecomes with lots of tasty side dishes like steamed egg, soybean soup and corn cheese. The meat was good quality and had a decent marbling making it juicy and tender. While this isn't my favorite kbbq, I thought it was very good and a solid option that can be added to the rotation. Apps: Seafood Pancake Entrees: Beef Combo (includes brisket, seasoned cube rib, galbi and rib fingers)

I was pleasantly surprised my Gogiville! The inside is nicely decorated with cute string lights,…read moregives some Korea vibes. The servers do a great job adjusting the vent so it isn't too smoky. Everyone was approachable and our server did well cooking and bringing us everything we asked for. Our server also paced the meal well for us, I appreciated this :) For large combos, they give double corn cheese, egg, and soup! This makes it so much nicer for sharing. They serve larger groups well since they also do the same for banchans. The meat quality was solid! I especially enjoyed the cubed rib and pork jowl. Additionally, I liked that they had all the condiments on the table do we can add and mix however we want. This was enjoyable for me as I am a condiment lover and tried different combos on my plate.

Wonderful food and fun experience! The family loves Ramen and to be able to make it the right way…read morewith fresh toppings was delicious.

Super fun! No issues. Would recommend for a fun date idea…read more Had the strawberry lemonade and it was delicious Prices are great and affordable. They can be slightly understaffed at times but still the service was excellent!