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    4.8 (46 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Jamppong
    Visal L.

    The best Korean food in Bakersfield! I ordered the jjamppong and can confidently say it's one of the top five I've ever had. The broth was rich and flavorful without being overly spicy. I was also pleasantly surprised that it came with two large shrimp. My wife ordered the chicken katsu and loved the crispy crunch of the chicken. The katsu sauce was good, although she prefers it served on the side as a dipping sauce rather than poured over the chicken. The service was easily 5 stars. My wife and I also loved the banchan, especially the pickled onions, radish, and jalapeños. They even gave us extra to take home! Highly recommend this restaurant.

    Fried pieces of cod
    Sadia H.

    Huge portions. Impeccable table service. Staff is endearing and informative and wanting to share knowledge about cuisine and culture. Prices feel reasonable. Clean and cute ambiance. I was not a fan of the fried shrimp. The cod appetizer pieces were nice. I was disappointed in my vegetable japchae--greasy. The banchan was well-presented and ok. The vegetable egg rolls were crispy. My friends said their dishes were decent.

    Roxy V.

    Omg! I was craving beef bulgogi and had heard this cute little Korean spot opened right by Bakersfield College, so obviously I had to go check it out! From the second we walked in, I noticed how super clean and tidy everything was (love that for us). The host Temma was sooo kind and walked us through all the ins and outs of the menu, which made it feel extra welcoming. I went straight for the beef bulgogi because my tastebuds wanted a flavorful party. it was honestly sooo delicious; perfectly savory, tender, and just chef's kiss! My coworker ordered the fried rice combo with shrimp, chicken, and beef, and omg the portion was generous and looked sooo good too.They also have the cutest Korean sodas, I tried the strawberry soda and it was such a fun experience! It's definitely a must try!

    David I.

    Finally got a chance to try the new spot on the Eastside!!! Formally known as Shoyu Sushi the new place is now focused on Korean food dishes. Still owned and operated by Sunny and her daughter. The inside has had a make over and is a lot brighter. I went with my best friends/family so we were able to order a few dishes to share. The service was spot on. Super friendly and really great knowledge of whats on the menu and how everything is prepared. The dishes were super flavorful and cooked to perfection. My favorites on this trip were the spicy eel and beef bulgogi. Actually they were all my favorites lol. I'm looking forward to going back to try more of their creations!!!

    Eel
    Albert M.

    This place is across from the BC football stadium. A nicely remodeled restaurant, making some exciting authentic Korean food. The waitress is super sweet, her mom is the chef, who also dropped by to say hi. The waitress told us her mom literally made the kimchi this morning! We started with the cod appetizer, it was soft, juicy, with a savory dipping sauce. The main attraction was the eel and crab. The buttery side eel came on a sizzling hot plate. It was out of the world good. The marinated blue crab comes in a gentle sweet hot sauce, it is fresh, and loaded with flavor. The short ribs were also very well done. The clear noodle dish with vegetables also impressed my buddy. So, great food, great service. You have to try this place!

    Raw marinated crab (the sauce is to die for)
    Sonia R.

    We were greeted before we even walked into the restaurant. Very friendly servers. The place is very clean, modern, and nicely lit. We ordered bulgogi, rose tteokbokki, raw marinated crab, and the spicy grilled eel. The only thing I'd ever had before was the bulgogi, everything else was a new experience. The server came over and showed us how to eat the marinated crab. The sauce on the crab is to die for, I could eat anything covered in that sauce. It was super flavorful and just enough spice. The eel was definitely interesting. It was super tender almost jelly like and it went perfect with the lettuce wraps and banchan. There were so many more dishes I wanted to try. The servings were big. We'll definitely be back to try more of the dishes.

    That's how good it was! Haha
    Ruven M.

    Amazing owners and employees! Nowhere else can you speak so casually as friends and be served top notch Korean food! Portions are generous and quality A+++++++! We look forward to coming here again and again! Dinner plans are easy when it comes to this place. Soju and dinner makes the perfect evening!

    Jason H.

    Nice restaurant Clean and they have a lot of seating Great friendly service Great menu Nice food selection A little pricey Definitely recommend Food was very good

    What an amazing experience on Mother's Day! The food here is plentiful and absolutely delicious! What makes the experience even better is the service! We had 4 wonderful people providing genuine, exceptional service, including the owner! They are patient with our questions and they share some of the Korean traditions and culture when they serve the orders. The owner brought out a few complimentary dishes for our family to experience, and they also brought my wife and her mother a special Mother's Day sweet treat near the end. We will absolutely be back with our large family! We absolutely recommend! Date night, family dinners, larger parties, etc. you won't regret it and you will be craving more!

    Omar M.

    The food was amazing. The beef bulgogi hotpot is to die for, I haven't been out to hotpot since i lived in Oakland and frequented Jong Ga House. East Bakersfield has a gem. The service was excellent as well, very knowledgeable staff, and the vibe was sweet and very group oriented.

    The banana "freakin" pudding.   Stupid good!   She sells out fast!!!! So get it asap!

    Just WOW! Thats it! ... ok wait.... YES PLEASE GIMME MORE!!!! I can't wait to try EVERYTHING! They have a number of items that no one else in Bako is doing ! The service is beyond great! They take the time to guide you through the menu . Everything we ate was delicious . Decent selection of adult beverages! We had a the unfiltered Nigori sake . (Always a great choice) . Beer chilled perfectly cold a$$ mug to boot! The place is clean and the lighting is perfect. Kimchi fried rice and shrimp udon were killer . Nice variety of banchan ! All delicious . Might have to come back manana!!!

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    Joey V.

    We were greeted immediately upon entering. We sat and looked over the menu. Everything looked good, so we went and ordered one of the most expensive item on the menu. The place itself is very clean, the music and mood was very nice. We got our food and it did not disappoint. The braised short ribs were very tender, the broth was full of flavor. My ramen was one of the best I've had. Reminds me of Sushi Hanashi. There are foods that are just spicy and there foods where you taste the spice. This is the latter. Spicy good. Even the complimentary items were very good. Definitely coming back. If you want good Korean food, this is the place to go.

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    Food is decent, good flavor. I say it's pretty authentic. Owner is friendly, I will recommend this place

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    Food was amazing, got the bbq pork and bibimbap. Everything tasted authentic. Might be the best place to get korean food in bakersfield

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    The pictures on Yelp brought us in, the food will bring us back and the service made us feel like we made a new friend.

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    (sawadee ka)... this place is bomb. the tofu pad thai is off the hook -- deeply flavorful and…read moreperfectly balanced. the drunken noodles (mild) still have real heat, so fyi mild is spicy here. thai iced tea was smooth and cooling... perfect pairing. kim was exceptionally gracious and attentive... very kind spirit and effortless hospitality. the whole vibe brought me back to 90s r&b slow jam energy. (khop khun ka)... i'll be back.

    I'm concerned this is one of the top rated Asian cuisine restaurants in Bakersfield.... I only came…read morehere because it had good reviews. If you guys think this is great, we need to have a heart to heart. Let's start with the potstickers. I asked the waiter if I should get steamed or fried; he recommended fried. Well, let's just say I've had better potstickers from the grocery store's frozen section than this place... They were incredibly small and flavorless. If this is what is recommended, the steamed version must be inedible. Thankfully the Chicken Pad Thai actually had some flavor, but nothing to recommend to anymore. There is certainly better out there... This alone is definitely not a reason to go back. To make matters worse, it was pretty expensive... $31 for a plate and appetizer? No, just no. My favorite place at home for a huge plate and the same appetizer is $22, and my city is more expensive to live in. Heck, even amazing hole-in-the-wall Asian restaurants in Los Angeles (you know, one of the most expensive places to live) is cheaper than this place. And if this matters to anyone, the restaurant and restrooms are pretty beat up and dingy. It's not a comfortable or welcoming environment. If you're passing through like I was, don't be fooled by the good reviews. Keep driving.

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