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    Kimchi Pop

    4.3 (224 reviews)
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    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    KIMCHI POP ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    House Special Kimbap
    Jessica K.

    A nice stop for a quick meal! The kimbap was just fine, nothing special. The tofu stew was delicious and bubbling with flavor. Might try other Korean places around Chicago before I go here again, but definitely a safe bet for a good meal!

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    Rahima J.

    This place is so cute! You can order by yourself and the food comes out pretty fast. It is a little bit on the pricier side but the portions are good for one huge meal or leftovers. The japchae was good but there wasn't as much beef. Overall great little spot and would love to come back to try some of their smaller dishes

    Beef Bibimbap
    Jose C.

    I ordered three Beef Bibimbap bowls for takeout here. My online order was ready before the promised time. I was in an out and it was so fast there was literally no interaction between the staff and I. The bowls themselves were really good. Definitely very filling. The beef had great flavors and everything else that it came with made this dish taste very fresh and healthy. The rice at the bottom was just ok. But the highlight of this meal was the hot sauce that comes with the dish. It's thick and sweet with some heat. Definitely gives this dish the punch that it needs. I will without a doubt be returning.

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    Melanie T.

    Great casual spot for a meal or takeout! I've dined in and got take out several times and the food is consistent and delicious! My favorites that's I've ordered repeatedly are the japchae (sweet potato noodle) with pork and the kimbap with beef. The japchae noodles are soooo perfectly chewy and soft, yet they hold their shape really well! The noodles stay chewy whether it's fresh, takeout, or after sitting in the fridge and microwaved as leftovers. I don't know how they do it! I like the size of the kimbap pieces. They're substantial! And packed with fresh veggies. The sauce that comes with it is nice and light while also adding some good flavor. Highly recommend both dishes :) The ambience is super casual! You order at the counter, seat yourself, grab your own utensils, and bus your dishes after. Simple, no frills. This is a staple spot that I will keep coming back to!

    Dak Kang jung (Korean fried chicken)
    KELLY M.

    Came across this place when heading to watch our movie. Craving Korean food and this really helps with my craving. Would highly recommend family and friend to try. I got the chicken tofu soup and my boyfriend got the bulgogi. We also order this fried chicken. Let me say the food is on point, very flavorful. The interior design is very warming and the service is great. Street parking.

    Bibimbap
    Sasha Y.

    Small BYOB Korean restaurant we've been wanting to try for a while. The food was really good - especially dumplings and meat, everything came out quickly from the kitchen. They have several condiments like kimchi, fermented sprouts, potatoes and radish in the middle and you decide on quantity. The menu is not huge but still have lots of variety. All the dishes had great flavors and tasted authentic.

    House Special Kimbap
    Marissa P.

    Love kimchi pop Service in person is great They have banchan (complimentary sides), usually bean sprouts, shredded pan fried potatoes, pickled radish, and cabbage. I love the soondubu chicken the Korean fried chicken. I could eat the Korean fried chicken every week lol crispy and comes with a side of rice. Second favs are the kimbap and bimbimbop stone bowl (hot). Soondubu is so warm and flavorful and comforting. Will be back to try more! Cute and comfy atmosphere and relaxed which we love.

    Kaitlin K.

    Takeout only but great experience. Food was piping hot and clearly very fresh. Had the regular fried rice and the house special fried rice and the scallion kimchi pancake. Everything was delicious. Will definitely try more next time!

    Bibimbap fresh bowl with tofu
    Joy F.

    Small, cozy place with Korean basics. This was our first visit. The Korean Fried Chicken was delectably crispy on the outside, and moist on the inside. The glaze was not too spicy, but just right. My daughter ordered the Duk Bo ko, and I couldn't help but ask for a taste. So good. I had the tofu bibimbap (knowing we also had ordered the fried chicken). Perfect fried egg on top, loved it. There were 4 self-serve containers of banchan (for dine-in customers only, though). My favorite was the potatoes, which tasted like the soft hash browns. The radish was excellent, as was the Napa cabbage. The bean sprouts were suitably bland, to balance out whatever spicy food you might be eating. Overall, an excellent experience. We will definitely be back. Plus they get bonus points for playing both the debut song, and the latest MV from my favorite band, SHINee.

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    Johnfavour N.

    The food at kimchi pop was really good and had great portion sizes! The kimbap was super fresh. They offer a selection of 4 banchan (side dishes) to dine in customers. The japchae was tasty although the noodles were a bit long, especially since we weren't really given small plates to eat off of. The tteokboki dish was really tasty and actually pretty spicy. I would definitely come back to get my fix of Korean food!

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    Excellent banchan and soups. Stopped in after a cancelled flight at OHare and it was exactly what I needed.

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    Don't come here if you like authentic Korean food. If you prefer westernized Korean food then yes.

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    Great food. Nice dine in benefit of the sides. very friendly staff helped make recommendation.

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