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Korea Garden

3.7 (137 reviews)
ModerateKorean, Soup
Open • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Yookgae jang
Rachel K.

Standard Korean restaurant. We tried the yookgae jang and jae yook bokkeum. Both were good. The sauce in the bokkeum was super tasty.

Joseph O.

The beef soup was very tender and delicious! Not a lot of good Korean restaurant in the area and this one is definitely one of the best I have tried in Montgomery County/Bluebell area.

Galbi Dolsot Bibimbap
Brandon F.

It was my first time going to this restaurant and I loved it. They first bring out warm tea and side dishes (Banchan). The banchan was complimentary and it was all refreshingly good. We order the seafood scallion pancake as our appetizer and I really liked it. Drizzled in soy sauce it was a perfect balance of sweetness of the seafood and salty from soysauce. My meal was the Galbi Dolset Bibimbap. It came in a scorching hot stone pot, smoke and aroma filled the surrounding table. The Bibimbap was such a good blend of sensation: smokiness, crunch, sweetness, savory, and spicy. The rice became hard and gave an amazing crunch with every bite, the vegetable balance a lot of the flavors and meat of the short rib galbi was so tender. Unfortunately it was a little oily but other wise 4/5.

Customary and Complimentary Apps

I just stepped out for lunch at Korea Garden. Prior to this is was a short lived Korean restaurant which has since closed and has reverted back to the original Korea Garden, at least in name only which was in business at this location for many years prior. I am not sure about the ownership though. They pulled out all the uncomfortable furniture and reverted to what was there previously. Except they couldn't revert to the stained wood walls since the last folks had painted black. I ordered the galbi dolsot bibim bap and it was great. Perfect for a cold day. The restaurant also provided the customary apps like Kimchi etc. Service was efficient as well.

Preparing to grill!
Sarah A.

Terrific Korean barbecue spot with grills/hoods over each table! Though the mall itself was relatively quiet because of the Fourth of July holiday, the restaurant was boppin' along with a diverse clientele. With our green tea, we indulged in the delicious banchan side dishes (my favorites were the pickled cucumbers, the pickled onions and (we think) apples, and the kim chi) before diving into delicious fried Mul Mandu dumplings, Tteok Bokki (stir fried rice cakes served in a hot sauce), Japchae (stir fried glass noodles, beef, and vegetables), FishKatsu (breaded fish cutlet), and three types of meat to barbecue: Galbi Gui (marinated beef short ribs), Bulgo Ki (marinated sliced rib eyes), and Spicy Marinated Pork (). Would definitely return for a tasty meal complete with lovely service!

Eleni J.

Came for lunch, and have mixed feelings. My soft tofu stew doesn't taste like any other soft tofu stew I had in other Korean restaurant (including restaurants in Korea). The tofu isn't soft at all; instead it's almost firm with a rubbery texture. My husband's beef bulgogi stew isn't bad, but nothing special. This place doesn't have lunch menu, so we had a mediocre expensive lunch.

Side dishes to go
Michael F.

I'd been to Korea Garden once or twice prior to COVID and had a good sit down dining experience. I recently ordered to-go from them and again had a pleasant experience. I've seen enough of a positive trend to finally get my review together. Korea Garden offers a selection of authentic Korean food and Korean BBQ. The BBQ seems a bit pricy, but the quality is decent. They also offer hot bowls and bibim bop meals which are my personal favorites. Regardless of what you order, you get a selection of various sides. If you are dining in, these sides are 'all-you-can-eat', so make sure you let them know if you'd like more of any particular dish. I was very excited to see these sides also came with my to-go order! I won't comment on the look and feel of the place as I have not been back for sit-down since COVID, however, I had no complains prior. Service is friendly and if you aren't familiar with Korean food or the options they take the time to make sure you know what you're ordering. Enjoy!

Octopus hot stone bowl bibimbap (  )
Jessica K.

I came here on two separate days - once pre-Covid and once post-Covid. The first time I came with family members and tried their bqq. Overall, the service was good and the galbi & samgyupsal (pork belly) were tasty. The one thing that upset us is that they cut our meat before they grilled it which is a big no no, especially for the galbi. It also wasn't busy at all when we went so they were definitely more attentive to us and may be why the service was better. I went here for a second time yesterday and didn't get bqq. Instead, I got the octopus hot stone bowl bibimbap. I asked for it to be extra spicy and it was definitely just as spicy as I wanted it to be (after adding a decent amount of the gochujang sauce as well). It was decent, not sure if I would come here to order it again though. The service definitely was not as good as the first time because there were bigger parties there that all ordered bqq so they were a lot more attentive to them. *Warning: the hot stone bowl makes the food HOT and it will stay hot for a while. If you're impatient like me, just keep spooning it onto the little side plate they give you and cool it as you eat.

Bibim bop
Kevin D.

Had a really nice outdoor lunch here. Was not planning to come, but was in the area and was disappointed to find that the place I was headed to was closed. This was nearby, and was very glad to have wandered in. I had the bibim bop, and everything was fresh and tasty. I'm not a connoisseur of Korean food, but having had a few trips past a food truck or two, I didn't come in totally ignorant. The layout was gorgeous, with a full bowl and six accompanying bowls holding rice and five side dishes including kimchi, beans, and sprouts as examples. It was all good. With a soda, the total was about $15 with tax before tip. The service was very good, accommodating, and friendly. The clientele fit the demographic of the food pretty well, so that tells me something about its authentic appeal. I'd definitely recommend and return.

Angela Y.

First time here. Quality and flavor of the meat is great, but not AYCE. So for what you get, portion wise, overpriced. Service is friendly and good. Side dishes just ok.

Banchan (photographed by Dave Hong)
Dave L.

Korea Garden offers Korean-style BBQ. They're in a shopping center near Montgomery Country Community College. Their interior is simple, not spartan. There's a main dining area, some rear seating, and a sushi bar. What's Korean BBQ? It involves cooking at your seat; think Japanese hibachi on a smaller scale, but you cook (the inexperienced can request the kitchen cook instead). An electric grill is at each table. Choose from a selection of meats, including beef and pork ribs. The meat is marinated with a soy-based sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and peppers. The flavors of the barbeque tend to be more sweet than spicy. Banchan - small side plates - accompany entrees. They can be eaten solo or with the entree. They vary depending the day of the week - you might end up with tofu cubes, potato salad, or anchovies! A plate including garlic, red peppers, lettuce, and a bean sauce will also arrive. Fire them on the grill (using tongs or chopsticks) in tandem with the meat. It's said to be healthier - either way, it certainly tastes better eating them cooked instead of raw! Meat plates usually have a lot of meat. Unless you're hungry, share with a friend instead of working solo. Cook meat as long as you want on the grill. Wrap the meat with the lettuce and a little bean sauce. Lackluster service (ate here last summer) is sometimes an issue here. No show-stoppers, but it is an area that the restaurant can improve in. Speed of service was an issue on several occasions. Service doesn't matter so much since you cook for yourself but a carafe of water would be nice. If you've never experienced a Korean BBQ, go! The cooking meat may make you smell like barbeque but it's worth it. Korea Garden's quality of cuisine shines and it is easily one of the best barbecues in the area. Recommended as long as you can tolerate okay service. Reservations not necessary. UPDATE: Recently came back for dinner and had some Chum-Churum sake, that's smooth stuff! Our server (Jude) was cool too. My Jae Yook Bokum ($17; stir-fried pork and vegetables in a spicy sauce) wasn't very spicy, but it was delicious. Can't wait to return!

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4.1(89 reviews)
1.8 mi
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Still the best! The dishes here are executed perfectly and the best in the area as it relates to…read moreboth flavor and quality. Plus the portions are very generous and the prices extremely reasonable. Be sure to grab a pancake, the gamtang or army stew, a classic dolsot bibimbap and a galbi. While the cooking is done in the kitchen, the galbi quality and flavoring cannot be beat - and the portion is quite generous especially given it is less than $30! The team here is absolutely wonderful and incredibly kind. We had 2 babies with us and they were welcoming, accommodating, and even helped to keep them entertained. It has been quite a number of years for me and I no longer live in the area but we will be back every time we come to visit my family. This is a true gem and you can see that this is a go-to for locals as the patrons are all on a first name basis with the team. If you are craving Korean, this needs to be your first stop!

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3.3(362 reviews)
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Mom and I had lunch for my birthday on Friday and we had the best experience in a long time with…read moreAmanda O'Brien! We sat outside on the patio because the weather was perfect! I am a restaurant manager for over 20 years and I don't give 5 stars out lightly. Mom had the crispy chicken sandwich on potatoe roll with onion rings for an upcharge but they were well worth it! Most places the onions are greasy and overcooked, these were perfect. I had the grilled reuben with sweet potatoe fries for an upcharge with a side of creamy horseradish sauce. Again spot on perfect, to die for, sweet potatoe fries were a thicker cut and cook to perfection. Both our lunches came out together and for dessert I had the PJ's Cookie Crunch Bomb with vanilla ice cream, cookie/brown bites, chocolate/caramel sauce and whip cream. Pj's you nailed it thanks again and please let the kitchen staff know how great things were. I have managed both FOH and BOH. CHEERS!!! Shawn Doheny

this is a multiple location chain restaurant. The food is pretty standard across all their…read morelocations. At the specific location, I happen to find myself there one afternoon for a beverage while my wife was at the spa across the street. Initially, the bartender was very attentive. But, as a shift was coming to an end she didn't seem to want to serve any further. I cashed out with her and realized that I had another 45 minutes of downtime. I was going to have one more drink, but the new bartender didn't look at me or pay attention, to her defense, she may have thought I was just sitting there until I wanted to leave since I've paid my bill. The place was very dark, and the layout a little convoluted. Most of the locations in this chain are Bright and airy. This place came off very dark. The service and inside lighting we're not good.

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4.0(230 reviews)
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Highly recommend Roots!! My smash burger was delicious, and the fries were great too. Our server,…read moreArielle, was so friendly and an absolute pleasure! I also love the ambiance here; it has such a nice upscale American feel while still being comfortable and inviting. We had a great experience and will definitely be coming back regularly!!

My family and I have been regulars here for a few years now. Laid back, inviting atmosphere, and I…read moreenjoy sitting on their patio most of the year as well as posting up at the bar. They have a solid happy hour menu (one of the few places around that still does half off apps without changing the portions) and weekly specials are great, too. My favorite is their taco Tuesday. $5.00 margs (they make their marg mix in house no pre-made surgery stuff!), $2 tacos, and $12 enchiladas which is a healthy portion and very fresh! My go to for appetizers are their honey way wing bites and the eggplant! As far as entrees go I always rotate between their salads and the short rib melt. Sometimes I wish the melt had just a bit more of the horseradish cheddar (I have asked for extra in the past) but overall it is very flavorful. Their menu does rotate every so often. Many things stay on for a while but if you see something missing, that is why! The owners work extremely hard and are always present. Wait staff is always friendly, too. Give this place a try if you haven't already!

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4.1(16 reviews)
0.0 mi

Pocha felt like simple mom & pop style K-BBQ plac, great for a cozy dinner with a few close…read morefriends. We went on a weekday night so it wasn't too loud. Love that this place was very home-styled, comfy, and more dimly lit for a more intimate dining experience. We came here for BBQ, and the meat didn't disappoint. Some of the thicker meat cuts hadn't thawed yet though, so it took a little more time to cook. The staff attending us were very attentive, and helped us cut our food and manage the grill. Note: It's BYOB, so no alcohol is sold here. So if you want soju or makgeolli or some other 21+ beverage, make sure to bring your own. There is dessert if you want to have it there or to-go! Right by the front door, there's a freezer chock-full of popular Korean ice cream bars and snacks. It's easy to miss, so don't pass it by if you're craving something sweet. The melon-bars were calling my name, but unfortunately we were too stuffed on the way out or I would've totally caved. Still thinking about them though... 10/10 would recommend if you're looking for a chill and divey dinner with a partner or a couple of guests.

Ordered k BBQ and kimchi stew. Server usually grills for the clients. But half of the way, she just…read moredisappeared on us and looked like she had her friends in another table and was chatting with them and hanging out with them. We ended up finishing grills on our own. And never bother to come back to check on us. So no I tipped poorly. Should be glad we even tipped. Tip should be really based on service and hospitality.

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