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    Korean Garden Restaurant

    3.1 (340 reviews)
    Open • 11:30 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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    Moderate noise
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    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Bea T.

    This Korean iconic establishment has been here for the longest time, but I'm finally writing about it and I'm glad I came in because I don't remember when the last time I came in. Food was so good. I ordered the Kalbi, which was tender the spicy squid, spicy rice, cakes, and the Jap Che. Everything was delicious and I really appreciate the Bon Chon. Will be here again.

    Saeng Samgyupsal
    April T.

    Had an amazing dinner here! I was craving kbbq and came with my boyfriend. Everything was so yummy! The banchan were delicious and they refilled it consistently. My favorites were the potato salad and the bean sprouts. They also offered kimchi, green beans and fish cake. We ordered the samgyupsal and kalbi to grill on the table and both were delicious. They give you shaved green onions, lettuce to wrap in, dipping sauces and pickled radish. The service was also great. I think they would have let you grill it yourself but to be honest, I never trust myself with grilling so it was nice that they came by frequently to flip our meats and tell us when it was ready to eat. The ambiance was great with kpop playing and one tv screen showing kpop music videos. The other tv screen had football on which got my boyfriend excited. I thought it was a little pricey but fair for Korean bbq because kbbq is not cheap. However, just beware that you have to do minimum two orders of meat for table bbq so we wanted to try some of the soups but didn't get a chance to as a result.

    Kalbi Gui
    Binh T.

    Back in Boston for round two, and honestly, Korean Garden was at the top of my "must-visit" list. This place consistently delivers that authentic, comforting vibe that's getting harder to find. The Highlight: The Kalbi If you come here and don't order the Kalbi, you're doing it wrong. We got it prepared from the kitchen, and it was hands-down the best we've had in the city. * The Texture: Incredibly tender. * The Cook: Perfectly charred with that signature smoky sweetness. * The Verdict: We literally had to order a second round because one plate wasn't enough. It's that good. The Supporting Cast * Seafood Pancake: Light, airy, and actually crispy (no soggy centers here!). * Spicy Cold Noodle: The texture was spot on. Often these get overcooked and turn into a sticky mess, but these were perfectly chewy and separated easily. * Seafood Soondobu: Hot, comforting, and packed with flavor. A solid 10/10 for a chilly Boston day. The Banchan & Service The banchan (side dishes) were fresh and flavorful. The bean sprouts and kimchi were the standouts for me, though I was a little bummed they didn't have the spicy cucumbers . Service was fantastic--super friendly and very attentive without being overbearing. They kept the water filled and the vibes high. If you're looking for that perfect char without the DIY smoke on your clothes, let the kitchen grill the Galbi for you. They have it down to a science.

    Tang Soo Yook (pork) - deep fried pork glazed in sweet & sour
    Huy P.

    A little expensive, but the quality and quantity are worth it! This restaurant is between Cafe Weekend and Mr. Music. This is on Harvard Ave, so you don't need me to tell you that parking can be very difficult with the busy roads and high foot traffic. It is best for you to try your luck on Commonwealth Ave. Inside is very spacious. Lots of tables, and you're not sitting super close with tables around you. Interestingly it seems the restaurant is split between Korean BBQ and non BBQ. This was perfect for my wife and I because we wanted non-BBQ. I don't think there was any outstanding decorations, but it's also not something I care about when I just want a nice, filling meal. Our server was very polite and accommodating. She checked up on us regularly and we were never left waiting for attention. Bulgogi Tukbokki - very good! the rice cakes were cooked perfectly, the marinated rib-eye were good, and the sauce was great. I think the heat was perfect for people like my wife and I who can only handle just a little bit of heat with our food. Kimchi Jae Yook Tofu - I'm actually not a big fan of Kimchi, so I was going out of my comfort zone to order this. I'm really glad I did, because this dish was awesome. Big, hot clay dish with a small mountain of kimchi, DELICIOUS pork loins, and 4 impressively large pieces of tofu blocking each corner creating a wonderful, almost threatening dish. Tang Soo Yook (pork) - I'm not totally sure how to feel about this one. On one hand, the portion size is enormous. I think 2 starving people would be happy eating this with no other food. The pork was perfectly cooked - light, airy crispy like you would expect from Korean Fried Chicken. The sweet and sour sauce was a little too strong for my palate, especially as we were becoming too full. Additionally, the sauce had a really bizarre texture - it was borderline gelatinous - similar to those rubber sticky hands that you would get from an old 25 cents toy dispenser. As you pulled up a piece of meat, the sauce would come with it instead of dripping. Overall impressions? I spent a lot of money here, but I am totally satisfied by what I got. Generous portions, and delicious food. This place is the complete opposite of our awful experience with Somaek a few nights ago in Boston Commons.

    Scallion pancakes (seafood)
    Tanner S.

    Taste very authentic but does feel like its more commercial tasting instead of the typical mom and pop korean places. Banchan was great though and scallionpancakes, good for group settings but I prefer the smaller korean spots.

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    Adina S.

    Not sure why the reviews aren't particularly good. This place has an insane lunch special! I ordered the Yookgaejang, which was a spicy beef soup dish, for just $12. It was a pretty big portion, so I had leftovers. Not to mention, it came with a bunch of banchan. I wouldn't say this was the best Korean I've had, but it certainly did the trick, especially at that pricepoint. This isn't an especially upscale place, so I wouldn't necessarily recommend it for date night or anything, but it's perfect for a casual meal with friends or even a quick solo lunch. The service was solid, no complaints from me! I would happily return.

    Kalbi Gui
    Joanne P.

    This is my absolute favorite place to go with family on a Saturday morning. My go to is the Kalbi gui cooked in the kitchen, always seared to perfection and the sweetness of the sauce is always a hit. I also get the dolsot bimbim bap with beef, filling delicious simple. The staff is also always kind and attentive.

    Joy Q.

    Pretty busy during weekday nights. Bonchons are so so, but all stew/soups are superb!! My favorites are chicken soup and beef stew. The pork feet came in such a big portion too. Overall flavors are on the lighter side and I really appreciate that!

    Justin S.

    For an early weekend dinmer I decided to get Korean food. On Saturday at 4pm, the restaurant was predictably empty, with only 2 other tables occupied. I placed my order, the Gopchang Jigae ($17.99), a spicy tripe and intestines stew. The banchan arrived a few minutes after I placed my order. It consisted of 5 items: a light savory jelly, cabbage kimchi, cucumber kimchi, green beans, and mushrooms. The jelly and green beans acted essentially as carriers for sesame oil and salt. Notably, none of the banchan were fridge cold. The green beans possessed decent snap The Gopchang Jigae arrived a few minutes after the banchan. It has an extremely flavorful soup, making soondubu seem light in comparison. It practically required pairing with rice. Otherwise, the portion size seemed reasonable

    Shumai
    Emily T.

    We decided to come here on a Thursday afternoon since we have always walked past Korean Garden but never actually tried it. The side dishes were typical, and they did bring out 1 miso soup with the side dishes....so I guess they expect you to share the one tiny bowl of soup? We ordered the shumai, which were very small and I thought they were just okay, however my friend did not like them. Next up we have the bibimbap with chicken, where my friend also did not like and couldn't finish it. I ordered the kimchi jigae, which comes with rice and I thought it was really good and a perfect size portion. Overall it was just an okay experience.

    Tiffany J.

    Ordered the kimchi jiggae lunch special and it was amazing. Really tasty, hearty jiggae soup with tender pork and tofu, and some sliced rice cakes as well. They included 6 little mini banchans (sides) in the takeout bag! I haven't had a Korean takeout place provide that many banchans before, and they were delicious. I will be back!

    Pag M.

    I would say there are better places to get Korean food but Korean garden is a decent spot if you are around the area. The service was friendly and food came out timely. I love the small side dishes and the flavor was pretty good nothing special. The restaurant wasn't busy at lunch time and was nice.

    Seafood tofu soup
    Kayla L.

    I've never once been disappointed with Korean food before coming here. Food was just plain bad. There was eggshell in my japchae, tofu soup was the color of flaming hot Cheetos but without flavor, and to top it off the octopus teobokki was like biting into rubber. I was so upset that I asked them to try the food the made and even they agreed it was a lil tough. A little tough my butt! Never coming back. Think I'm just a complainer? I've inserted a picture of the tofu soup so you can judge for yourself.

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    The staff are very cheerful and attentive, and the food is absolutely delicious. I definitely want to go again.

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