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3.8 (323 reviews)
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Shih Fa K.

Still the Koja I remember with awesome fries and sauce, delicious chicken wings, and yummy koja. Ordered the Zen Koja with the portobello mushroom, Umami Fries, and Korean Buffalo and Soy Garlic Wings. Service was okay. The ambiance was typical of other Kojas.

Original short rib koja w/ egg
Annabelle R.

Got the original short rib koja with an added egg for dinner this past Friday. This is easily the best thing on their menu IMO, and my go-to dish at this chain. It was made just right. Looked exactly like the pic on the menu, with layers of the good stuff. The rice bun slightly crispy on the outside, the kalbi meat tender and flavorful, all of the other ingredients in perfect proportions to elevate taste while holding together well. It was fast and easy to order on the self-order kiosks, no interaction with staff needed. And I got a text when it was ready, which took less than ten minutes. The place was clean, modern, and inviting. I was able to listen to live music in the plaza while dining in the restaurant's outdoor patio. Based on quality of food and overall experience, this may be the best Koja Kitchen I've been to in the bay area.

Short rib bowl
Peter N.

TL;DR -- I am really glad I got the short rib bowl, over the Koja. My friend got the "Koja" and he liked everything except for the fact that the rice was ultra ultra cripsy and then soft and chewy in the middle. I mean, that's the point but definitely not for me! I got the Short rib bowl and I was surpised by how much you get in the serving size (even togo). For maybe close to $11-13 I got tender, flavorful korean-marinated short ribs off the bone (tasted straight off the grill) with a nice bed of rice and greens + kimchi. Solid! We ordered on the electronic kiosks at the front and after a quick (what felt like) 5 minutes, the food was ready (to-go) on the side counter. They make you put a phone number down, so that they can text you updates on the order. Otherwise, we could've eaten there. Great atmosphere with plentiful seating and air conditioning. There is also limited seating outdoors in the plaza, just outside near the parking lot.

Ahi Tuna Rice Bowl
Vincent P.

I haven't had Koja Kitchen in a while, so when I saw that they had a Fremont location, I decided to give it a try again. I ordered the Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl and it was a solid bowl. The flavors were all tasty and the bowl was really filling. I usually like the build my own poke bowl, but this was a solid customized poke bowl. I am glad report that Koja Kitchen remains a solid Asian fusion casual food option for a quick and tasty meal!

Short Rib Bowl
Ariana R.

It's been a few years since my last visit to this location & the experience is just as good as I remembered. It's located across from Sleep Number and near the movie theater. I highly recommend this spot if you're looking for well marinated meat & fresh food. Think of it like Korean bbq + Japanese street food. I ordered the short rib bowl (no fries this time) But their fries are so good! So crispy & you can upgrade them to kamikaze or umami fries. Aside from the bowl, I would like to highlight the spinach salad, and the kimchi definitely heightened the bowl and gave it such freshness along with the rice. I am here for a work trip so I showed my coworkers places around the area I used to eat and they loved this spot. They ordered the tacos and the bowls. They serve fresh lemonade which I ordered & everyone else got fountain drinks. Service was quick and they now have self order screens available. After ordering they give you a buzzer when food is ready. They have tons of seating inside and outdoor seating as well.

Beef KoJa
Christine C.

I have tried several locations and this was my first time trying this one. The original and the beef koja were made well. Rice patty had the right amount of crunch. Veggies were fresh and the portions of the meat were good too. I haven't tried any of the chickens ones but my go-to is the original koja.

"The Original" KoJa
Mike D.

"Sweet Buns, Crispy Rice, and Solid Comfort Food at KoJa" Food (4.5 / 5): The Original KoJa is always a fan favorite, and it's easy to see why -- the crispy rice bun paired with flavorful meat is a classic. That said, it personally wasn't my top pick this time since I prefer softer rice. Next visit, I'll probably go with the bowl instead. What really surprised me was the Bulgogi Bun Burger. The bun tastes like a giant piece of Hawaiian bread with a subtle sweetness that works perfectly with the dish. The beef was tender, and the bulgogi marinade was extremely flavorful -- easily the standout item for me. The waffle fries deserve a shoutout too. Paired with their sauces, they're extremely good and go well with just about anything on the menu. And if you still have room, you can't go wrong with the Spam Musubi. It comes with plenty of toppings, letting you switch up the flavors and keep things interesting until the last bite. Service (4 / 5): Ordering is simple and efficient. You place your order at a kiosk, and about 10 minutes later you'll get a text letting you know your food is ready. Smooth, no-fuss process. Ambience / Décor: The restaurant offers outdoor seating, making it pet friendly. The setup is casual and relaxed -- a great spot to grab a quick bite or hang out with friends. Overall: KoJa delivers solid, flavorful food with a few standout items, especially the bulgogi bun burger. Easy ordering, outdoor seating, and good portions make this a spot worth revisiting.

Karla M.

Koja Kitchen has been around for a while and I'm surprised I only come here a few times. Each time has always been a good experience though! My bf and I wanted a quick bite to eat before the movies so we ended up here :) I got the beef bowl with an egg added and my bf got the chicken bowl with 2 eggs lol. Pretty delicious! I got so full. The beef was marinated well and tbh the crab salad is so good here. I think the portions are more than enough! Also if you don't like any spice, make sure to remove gochujang otherwise leave it if you enjoy that! Overall, this place can't disappoint esp. if you know what you're ordering! Service was cool, we did kinda come in 45 min before closing but it wasn't too busy! Ambiance was alright as well, we sat outside though!

Anuja P.

went here and got the kamikaze fries, soy garlic wings and the chicken and rice bowl. It was SOOOOOOO good. It was fresh, crispy and very flavorful. Not the most fancy ambience but food hits it out of the park, and great portions for the price.

Chicken Bowl
Preet P.

We wanted to try something with different flavors, and Koja delivered! We ordered the chicken bowl, kamikaze fries, and one chicken taco, everything was delicious. The flavor, spice level, and portion sizes were all on point. One thing to note: there was no cashier or counter staff taking orders. You place your order at a kiosk/stand, get a receipt with your number, and wait for them to call it. Simple enough, just good to know ahead of time. Restaurant itself is very quite big with multiple seating arrangements and very clean as well. Will be back for sure!!

Waffle fries (combo option)
Tia V.

Came here to give this spot another shot and it still wasn't was good as the first time. The lettuce in the bowls was soggy and didn't seem fresh. The meat wasn't as lean either. There were several pieces with big chunks or fat and gristle. Disappointing because the actual meat pieces are really tasty. The fries were pretty good but get mushy very quick. I don't know if we'll be back. Don't think it's worth it for $40.

Cindy H.

Yummmm! The fries here are so good! They are so flavorful and delicious- it's also super affordable as well. I had my order packed to go and it was fresh and crispy just how I like it!

Braised pork bowl Togo
Frank L.

Pretty solid spot for casual lunch. Nothing insane but everything is generally pretty good. I like to use the deals on Uber eats too belly down the price a lil bit tho. The braised pork is solid love the coconut miso finally. The bowls all have a carb veggie and protein so it's good for a healthy ish meal. Don't forget the kojas which are like crispy rice burgers/sandwiches

Clockwise: signature spam musubi, kamikaze fries, umami fries, ahi tuna bowl

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Used to work close by, have only gone about 2-3 times. Kona has interesting food, very tasty and nice seating area to enjoy.

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Great food and great service! Random choice while out looking for a new car and chose this cute little spot.

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Why aren't you open on Sunday...?

Hi Stephen, we appreciate your concern and follow us on Yelp. To answer your question: since the shelter-in-place was implemented, restaurants are only allowed to operate togo/take out orders only. Recently, rules have changed to allow outdoor… 

Are they open for business now?

Yes they are the kamikazi fries are addicting!!!!

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