This location has been reopened now for 2 weeks and I believe there is new ownership/management. This is a cute small location in a strip area near the Asian market. We arrived for lunch on Sunday around noon and We were greeted right away! Everyone on staff was super attentive and very friendly. There were only a couple of people there. We ordered the kimchi jeon pancakes to start. It was delicious. Banchan came out first. The only thing missing was either macaroni or potato salad. I was hoping they had japchae on the menu but they did not. I had the bibimbap off of the lunch menu. It had great flavor and it was a large serving. My man had the GalbiTang And it was also delicious! Overall I recommend giving this new location a visit and trying many things off of the menu. We will be back to try more. read more

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Got the Kimchi pancake and the Ssambap! It was the perfect order for two people and we had plenty of leftovers. The kimchi pancake is huge and a great starter. The ssambap is such a fun experience to try all the different meats. The grandma came by often to check up on us. They were willing to refill our lettuce and rice, and I also asked for gochuchang sauce. The banchan dishes are quite small, but you can ask for refills. Plenty of parking in the strip mall, and there are lots of tables here! read more

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Great little mom and pop shop in the "Chinatown center" of Austin. Came in on a Thursday around 12:30 for lunch with a coworker from Korea. I got the regular bimbimbap and my coworker got the tofu soup. He said it was very good and comparable to what he gets in Korea. $27 (without tip) for two people. I'd come back read more

Korean Grill - Bimbimbap - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

I've been craving kalguksu for months now, especially in this colder weather. Finally at long last, after searching far and wide, I've finally found a place that sells it in the Austin area. I must say Korean Grill didn't disappoint! They offer an extensive menu list but of course I had to order their beef kalguksu to see how it compares to what I've had back in LA. It was everything that I had hoped for and then some as well. The dish was a hearty size with plenty of ingredients. They definitely didn't skimp out on anything which is greatly appreciated. Their banchan was good as well. It came with kimchi, radish, cucumbers, potatoes and fish cakes. The service was great as well. My only minor critique is that we came here on an extremely cold day and it was also really cold inside the restaurant. Thankfully the kalguksu warmed me up but I was freezing beforehand. I wasn't sure if their heater just wasn't working that day or what. Regardless, it doesn't detract from the quality of the food. I'm already looking forward to returning here. read more

Korean Grill - Beef Kalguksu - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Blown away at how good Korean Grill was tonight! Super thankful they were open in the first place being it's Christmas Eve. We got the bone broth, beef short rib and edamame. I also thought the prices were fair too, which is rare to say in Austin. The two owners couldn't have been more sweet as well. Great job! read more

Korean Grill - Beef short rib - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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A very no frills place, but I love the kimchee soup here. It's nice and sour, very flavorful and a good level of spice. The seafood pancake is good, very standard. Service is quick and they come by to refill your banchan as needed. read more

Korean Grill - Kim chee soup and seafood pancake - A meal with Korean cuisine features kimchi soup in a black bowl, seafood pancake with dipping sauce, rice, and side dishes on a granite table. - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

I love Korean Grill (especially for takeout). They're a small mom and pop Korean spot that has a solid galbitang. The inside is pretty no frills and I've never seen it crowded. To be honest, I'm not sure why it's not more busy... Overall, a very solid spot if you're in the neighborhood. read more

Coming from OC, California, I had my fair share of Korean food from mom-and-pop style restaurants. Living in downtown Austin, it's a bit a drive to get to the Chinatown Center, but we finally made the trek out there. Given that there isn't much of a Korean food scene in Austin, I tried to temper my expectations with Korean Grill. To my surprise, Korean Grill managed to meet the same level of food quality and flavors as the shops in OC. All the side dishes (banchan) were knockouts, from the seasoned fishcake to the marinated cucumbers. The soft tofu soup was packed with the addictive spices and flavors that keeps you wanting more. The hot stone rice bowl (dolsot bibimbap) had a great assortment of veggies and came out piping hot - like, you can see the smoke in my photo! Now if you're familiar with these kind of Korean mom-and-pop places, you know they are not known for their service or ambiance. Sure, the interior was nothing special, but at least it was quite spacious. The mom (owner?) may come off a bit brash on first impression, but she was actually quite accommodating and attentive. All-in-all, I was quite happy with my experience! Even though the drive out there is kinda long, I'll be sure to come by again when those Korean kravings kick in! read more

Korean Grill - Soft tofu soup with side dishes (banchan) - A Korean meal includes a bowl of white rice, a hot stone pot of spicy soft tofu soup, and a metal tray with various side dishes like kimchi, pickled cucumbers, and seasoned vegetables. - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Honestly, when we walked in we were greeted by a sign that made it unclear whether the bathroom would be working or not. The host wasn't receptive, and the place was a bit rundown. Despite there being customers, the older lady really seemed bothered so I am not sure what happened beforehand. Our family knows Korean food well and we were very disappointed at the quality of the food. We had the scallion pancake as a starter and 3 Bibimbap. My Korean roommate's Mama would make this for us every week. She didn't put it in the nice stoneware/cast pot because we were in a dorm. I have eaten this meal over a hundred times and have never loved each time except this didn't even resemble it. Ours arrived cold, with a raw egg on top of one. Not so flavorful, the rice was cold and the beef was more gristle, fat than beef. I was really needing a great Korean place on ATX. The scallion pancake was chewy; more so than I have had. It was flavorless and oily. It was reheated in the microwave. There were a couple of other people that ordered but largely empty for the most part. There's great potential especially given the location, but the quality of the food is terrible. My father in law lived in Korea for 15 years and engaged to a Korean woman and tried to engage and speak to the host but she was quite rude. In the end, we were all sick later. I usually give a place a couple of times but we had enough. read more

Korean Grill - Scallion Pancake - A scallion pancake topped with seafood and vegetables, served on a white plate, likely from a Korean restaurant. - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

The service is terrible. We came for a late lunch and the were the only guests in the restaurant. The server was super rude, and almost seemed annoyed when we would ask for things like refills, napkins or extra kimchi. If you can get past the awful service, this place has great food. The food was fresh, came out quickly and had great flavor. read more

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I brought my roommate here to try sundubu jjigae and this place makes it perfectly. The ratio of all of the ingredients was perfect (I especially like that there are tiny pieces of zucchini in the soup) and the tofu wasn't falling apart at all while still being perfectly soft. The staff were very attentive and kind. They regularly checked up on our table and even offered us extra side dishes for free! The store is quiet, clean, and comfortable. I'd recommend this place especially to vegetarians wanting to try some authentic Korean staples. read more

This is one of my go-to restaurants. The food tastes homemade, is consistent, and is delicious. My favorite is the Dol-Sot Bibimbap and banchan. When the owner is there I always feel like she is an aunt who cooked something just for me and she greets with a smile or a hug. She remembers our conversations and asks about my life. Today since it was a little cold I got the Soft Tofu Jjigae and banchan. Comfort food. I've eaten at other Korean restaurants in Austin but they never quite meet the high standard established by this family-owned restaurant. I always come back even if it is more of a drive for me. The decoration in the place is pretty basic...plain tables, menu items on wall, some tall plants. Don't be put off by the bare furnishings though. The food is the star!! read more

The galbi here was very delicious! What a steal for $22. Meat was tender and easy to peel off the bone. I didn't like the spicy pork much because it had a weird sour taste for some reason. The noodle dish I got was great, very light and healthy. Noodles were chewy. Not a fan of the seafood pancakes because they were a bit soggy in my opinion and I wish the sauce was sweeter instead of sour. I would definitely come back for the galbi though! Will also give the other dishes a try. Plenty of seating inside. Low-key chill spot, you can just walk in without having to wait in a long line or make reservations. read more

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I used to live in Seoul, S. Korea as a teenager so I'm always in search for Korean restaurants. My fiancé and I decided to try this spot out. A "hole in the wall" type of place, but those are the most authentic in my opinion. It was clean and felt warm and welcoming. I really loved the wall color and tables. The staff were super friendly and the food was great. Highly recommend! read more

Korean Grill - Korean dishes including beef stir-fry, rice, and side dishes are displayed on a restaurant table, with some dishes partially eaten. - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

Go during their lunch time (11am-3pm weekdays), so the price is cheaper. There are a variety of bento boxes, fried rice, stews, and ramens options for their lunch menu. I got their seafood soft tofu jigae which was good and spicy. I also had their beef bulgogi ramen. The broth was slightly sweet, but I like the slightly chewy ramen the most. Both of these were on the lunch options. Their seafood pancake is huge to justify the $16 price point. It's not the best I ever had, but it wasn't bad. read more

Korean Grill - Seafood soft tofu jigae - A steaming bowl of Korean spicy soft tofu stew (soondubu jjigae) with tofu and vegetables, on a restaurant table with side dishes and other plates. - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Located in Austin's Chinatown, Korean Grill is a solid choice for Korean food! I got the Yukgaejang, which is spicy beef noodle stew and it's great! I was able to finish the whole thing for dinner. They provide banchan (side dishes) and I really love them. They are typical for Korean meals and you may ask for refills. read more

Korean Grill - Yukgaejang - A bowl of Korean spicy soup with vegetables and beef, accompanied by a side of white rice on a granite surface. - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Random go to and so worth it. The owners were super friendly. The food was some of the best I've had in a long time. It was quiet and clean. Couldn't ask for better korean food. read more

Quiet little place serving amazing Korean food ! So comforting and tasty always . Service is okay and sometimes they rush you before closing which is the only downside . Our standard go to is the kimchi jiggae and spicy pork hot pot. They are exquisite! The banchan sides are all amazing too and we usually finish them all ! Great place if you would like to grab some amazing Korean food . read more

Korean Grill - Spicy pork hot plate. Kimchi jiggae - A Korean meal setup with a spicy pork hot plate, kimchi jiggae, bowls of rice, and multiple side dishes on a granite table. - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

The food was very good! I had the Dolsot Bibimbap, the spicy rice cake and my friend had the pork bulgogi. All plates were very good! The only thing we didn't like is that they were very rushed since they started closing, the waitress kept coming to the table asking if we needed anything, then brought check, then asked us to pay because they were closing register. She then stood nearby waiting for us to finish. Aside from that, everything was great! The restaurant seemed clean. read more

Korean Grill - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

We've been coming here for many years up until the last few years because the restaurant has had new owners/managers. Got to say I miss the original owners way of cooking the Korean dishes as opposed to management of today. For example, something simple like edamame, should not come apart in your mouth when you're eating it. It was over steamed, obviously, and actually we didn't even finish but half the bowl because it was too difficult to eat. I ordered the bi bim bop for my main meal, and although it looked the same as what I remember from years ago it definitely didn't taste the same. Can't really put my finger on it, but for me it was substandard to what I've grown used to over the years. Years ago when we used to go in the husband of the owner would always have a slightly sarcastic yet funny remark about something or another to us. Of course he knew as well enough to know he can mess around with this. These days, the restaurant is nothing but all business. We even noticed the condiments to come before your meal and after your meal has been served tasted different, I assume the new owners have their own variation of the same recipes. Unfortunately for us, the new recipe tastes just don't do it for us anymore. read more

Korean Grill - Bi bim bop, decent but it was much better when the original owners made it. - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

Great mom and pop shop in My Thanh supermarket area. Have been going to this place since 2018 and the food is yummy and consistent. I recommend trying the kimchi jigae, galbi, or tteokdoki. read more

Need that Korean Food fix that isn't just BBQ? Here's the spot. A nice small place that will give you a nice taste of homemade style Korean Food. Atmosphere: Homely, like visiting a friend's house that serving up food fresh from the kitchen. Food: Been here a few times, to note highly recommend the short ribs or the hot rice pot. Ribs come out marinated so well and in a good portion size. The hot rice pot is a nice different kind of dish that comes with it's own meats and veggies with an egg that you can allow to cook as it's served since the bowl comes out so hot. So for note be careful if you do. Service: Friendly and seems to be family owned. The workers are very kind and are there to help with any questions about any dishes should you have any since some of the dishes maybe unfamiliar to some. A nice local Korean food spot. If you ever need a fix for traditional korean food cravings here is the spot! read more

This place is a solid korean spot in town - especially for austin (there really arent that many korean restaurants to begin with) this was my second time here and we ordered kimchi pancakes, udon, and la galbi. I really like their side dishes here like the potatoes and fish cake, and bean sprouts. The pancake was definitely a little bit undercooked but still good and the udon was honestly pretty good (id say one of the better ones u can find in austin). The service might seem off but the ladies here are really nice and the food does come out a bit slow but understandable. read more

Korean Grill - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Decent Korean food like Umma would make. Very casual, not the best area, no fuss service

Mom and Pop Korean place. It isn't fancy place but the food is great. Reasonable on price and portions. Services are great all the time. Our place for Korean food all the time. read more

I ABSOLUTELY love this place!!!! In my opinion, they have the BEST seafood soft tofu soup & spicy rice cakes!! The spicy rice cake sauce is SOOO good! I tend to pour the leftover sauce on top of my rice and eat it together with the side dishes. Typically, your food order comes with complementary banchan (side dishes). The potato side dish and cucumber kimchi are delicious...definitely give them a try! ;) I usually get seconds on those two. The ambiance in the restaurant is nice and the ladies who work here are always so friendly and helpful! read more

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Food was very tasty. Service was fast and lady was very sweat. Cozy place. Prices very reasonable especially in Austin. read more

Korean Grill - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

Happiness in a Low-Key strip-mall resto. Seriously, at first blush you'd think of this as Yet Another Strip-mall Resto, but you'd be oh-so wrong! It's run by a couple who've probably been running for the last forever, they are totally friends, nice, happy to help, chat, hang out, or leave you alone - all depending on what you're looking for. The food is *excellent* (in a home-cooked kinda way, which makes it even more excellent!), they have *cold* beer, and all-in-all, it's the kinda place that you keep coming back to. Because, you feel the love, and that's what counts! read more

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I want to give this place 4 stars because the food was yummy, but I'm docking 1 star because the kimchi jjigae hardly had any meat in it. Since I ordered the food to go, I wasn't able to do anything about it. Other than that, the meal was decent. It came with 4 types of banchan, which were all good. The food was ready relatively quickly (10 minutes) and was still piping hot when I got home. I would still recommend trying this place, but if you like a hearty kimchi stew, theirs may not satisfy. read more

Korean Grill - Kimchi jjigae - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

Lunch special is really a good deal and they open at 11 am! Glad I am able to find this place for a spring break weekday lunch special. read more

Whenever I'm craving my favorite kbbq dish galbi (beef short ribs), this restaurant is my go-to. It always hits. My family and I have been visiting Korean grill for years. I love that it is family-owned, and the vibes are super casual. Their home-cooked meals really do foster a sense of comfort. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu but I recommend their galbi, seafood pancakes, and spicy seafood soft tofu jjigae. Portions are very generous and service is quick. Love this place! read more

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Amazing authentic Korean food. Best tteok-bokki I ever had, and the workers are so nice too!

We're visiting Austin and were in need for some Korean food. This was one of the very few places open on a Monday. Right in an Asian marketplace situation. The restaurant is on the smaller side but we went a little after the lunch hour, so it wasn't busy at the time. It wasn't super newly renovated, but the vibe was fine and it wasn't gross or anything. The lady serving us was very nice and took our orders quickly. The food came out fresh and still sizzling/boiling in their pots. The banchan was tasty. The bibimbap and soup were just how we wanted and was really delicious (and spicy of course). Prices were reasonable! Highly recommend going here for your Korean food fix! read more

Korean Grill - Seafood soft tofu soup - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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This place is actually a solid 4.5 stars - so a fortunate round-up! But it's been around for a VERY long time, and I'm guessing it's here to stay for the long haul! Not a lot of ambiance, but that's not what you're really looking for if you go here. The service is kind and courteous, even if they won't let you come in and order if they're even mildly close to closing (a fair boundary, to be sure!) Please DO get tofu soup dishes - they season their soups amazingly, extremely satisfying flavoring, spice levels, and textures. Please DO ask for a lot of extra bonchon - I'm being basic, but that potato dish? Mind-bogglingly good. read more

Food was ok not bad but not delicious:( Meat portion was literally 2 bites and I had to order more that potion was generous and only $2 so that was nice but for 25 for a soda a bulgogi bowl that was just ok I won't be back . read more

I love this restaurant! You are welcomed so warmly when you enter. It feels very homestyle and friendly. We tried the kimchi pancake, seafood bulgogi and kimchi fried rice. It was all very good. The banchan they give you is tasty and fresh. They also offered to refill any banchan we wanted! The seafood bulgogi was a great portion size and I also really liked the flavor. It had a good mix of meat and was perfectly seasoned. For price, it runs about average, $10-16 depending on the dish. The kimchi pancake was huge! I really can't wait to come back here, I had such a great experience. read more

Korean Grill - Seafood bulgogi - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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This is my favorite Korean take out spot. Pork bulgogi is my go to dish; it comes with all the neat side dishes and two cups of rice.

This is one of the only places still allows sit down dining. Tried to call them couple times, the owner answered the phone very rude and only answered one question then hanged up right away. So I had to call multiple times to try to find out if they are open and what time they are open. They do not enforce social distancing. Tables are not very spaced out. Didn't see marks on table saying that's not able to sit either. And they use print out paper menu but not for one time use, they recycle them. For the food. Pancake doesn't taste fresh, taste like pre-made and they microwave it when people order it, it taste soggy. And short ribs are tasty but small amount of portion for the price. Tofu stew is not spicy and the seafood inside are the frozen ones from supermarket that doesn't taste fresh at all. Very disappointed at the food quality. read more

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I was in town for an event and my friends were craving Korean food, so I found this place on Yelp. I called the restaurant to make a reservation. The lady on the phone was very nice and welcoming. When we got there, we ordered some some appetizers- seafood pancake and fried dumplings. The seafood pancake was all right. It was very flat. I don't know if they didn't use corn starch or just not enough batter, but it was not as amazing as I expected. Despite that, my friends were not picky and enjoyed it. Some of us ordered the Korean short ribs "garbi" and really enjoyed that! It was very good and came out sizzling on a stone serving plate. I ordered the "dol sot bibimbop" which is mixed rice in a stone bowl, which I liked. My vegetarian friend ordered the tofu stir fry which also had cabbage and other veggies on it. It was good, she said. Another friend ordered the ddukboki, which I was able to taste. Not bad! Another friend ordered a soup - she said it was very hydrating. And someone else ordered the shrimp "dol sot bibimbop", which I was able to taste. Very flavorful! The service was very good. The owners work at the restaurant and they seem to do all the table service as well. The male owner was jovial and made us laugh. I did like that they had a Korean beer I had never heard of called "Terra Beer". It was good. All in all, we enjoyed the food and the service. The prices were reasonable as well. read more

Korean Grill - Beer - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Staff is very sweet, food is delicious and comforting. Some of the best banchan I've tried, I lovedddd their bean sprouts!! read more

Korean Grill - Budae jjigae + banchan - A Korean stew with vegetables, noodles, and spices is cooking in a pot, accompanied by various small side dishes on a granite table. - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas