Great service, delicious meal in a cheerful minimalistic Korean restaurant. I always have the same dish the spicy seafood bimbibop, it has a great mix of seafood, the rice gets brown from the hot pot and the sauce is amazing. I love the little dishes they bring to start. I will keep returning. Oh I almost forgot, we had fried dumplings to start and they were delicious. Cooked to perfection with a great dipping sauce. Love this place. read more

Korean Kitchen - . Hot Stone Seafood Bibimbap - Korean Near Me - Wake Forest, North Carolina

I've been wanting to try this place since it opened, I'm not sure why I haven't. My daughter was asking to try it, so today, finally we did. I am going to say that it must depend on what you get, and what she got was the Japangmyeon, and she said they were good. However, she's bought packaged noodles from Amazon and said they are just as good. I got the wing Bento box, and this was disappointing. I' m that strange person who doesn't want a HUGE wing, and these were HUGE. I also feel that they didn't have the crispness I expect, and the sauce wasn't as flavorful as I hoped. The salad with what I think is dressing they make, was tasty. The miso soup, tasty. Although I find it hilarious that Korean places serve miso soup, but again, I'm not Korean or Japanese, but I mean, miso soup is Japanese, right? The 2 fried dumplings, "spring roll", and my tempura sweet potato were a little oily and also lacked flavor. But I think I'm the problem. For me, what I like in Korean food is limited, kimchee, oh yeah; the fried wings/chicken, when done well, oh, heck yeah; the rice, I mean, you need it; and I like the lighter Japchae noodles, finding the others too heavy. I don't really like the national rice dish, Bibimbap, because, becasue like a burger, you have to know what you want on it, and I apparently don't know with Bibimbap. I'm not a huge lover of the pancake-type things, too chicken to try the soups, but give me the Japchae, GOOD fried chicken, and the bulgogi, etc., and I'm good. For us, the service was outstanding. Everyone was pleasant, we were immediately greeted, etc. Atmosphere, well, this place has been, I don't even know how many other places, but it's fine. Oh, I did enjoy the banchan, bonchon, whatever, but it was my daughter's first (and last) kimchee experience. read more

Korean Kitchen - Wing Bento box. - Korean Near Me - Wake Forest, North Carolina

It's been a while since we visited. So glad to see expanded menu and dishes are still as tasty as before. The seafood pancakes were my fav so we gave it a try. Very good portion size and very tasty. Bento with wings had been our fav( soy garlic flavor) so ordered again. A variety of items in the box - all tasted great. read more

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The decor is a bit eclectic with about 5 diff types of brick and tiles/ fake brick, painted walls throughout the restaurant. We came here fairly early on a Sunday evening and it definitely was filling up as it got closer to 5pm. I ordered the tofu soup which is good save for the 2 out of 4 dead/unopened mussels which I didn't eat for fear of food poisoning. I went with the medium which is quite spicy but tasty. It came with one shrimp as well and lots of octopus pieces. I did find it strange that the egg was already inside the stone pot and that the pot wasn't boiling/bubbling hot which is how I've always had it served back in California. Maybe they're just being cautious but the egg definitely does not cook at all while in the stew. If you don't mind runny egg it's not an issue. Our server was very friendly and softspoken. I was going to get the almond boba and asked her opinion of it and she said she didn't like it at all and recommended the strawberry or mango or honeydew boba. I'm not normally a fruit boba person but I do trust employees and seek out their recommendations so I went with the mango and asked for less sweet. All of their drinks are prepared from a powder with added sugar. It definitely had a strange aftertaste which you can get used to but it basically tastes super artificial like candy but it's definitely not authentic and at $5.99 a boba drink I'd skip it next time bc it just isn't good. The sizzling hot galbi plate ($30) was large and yummy. It came with a bowl of cold miso soup which tasted off. Like, it was served cold and straight up tasted like it had gone bad. I've had Korean cold noodle dishes and cold broth dishes before and it wasn't just fermentation like miso soup which we barely touched it after trying. The steamed dumplings were a bit bland and very overcooked and warm at best when they brought them to the table. As far as Korean beers go, they serve terra. The bottle is quite large. Banchan was okay. I liked the fish cake one best. The rice that came with our food was hot at least. The fried chicken wings are decently priced at $16.50 for a 10 piece and they are huge too. The garlic flavor is good and the chicken is juicy. It's comparable to the fried chicken from k-town market off of Duraleigh but not as good as Banchan fried chicken. We would not come back but if you go there I would recommend the sizzling type plates and the fried chicken is pretty decent. read more

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The food that I order was very overcooked. Terribly chewy and tough. Honestly, it left me feeling sick.. i feel sorry for my stomach for even trying it. The food is horrible. And I order two different meals. The sauce felt like it has been sitting for a while.. the food has no flavor I'm honestly surprised at their food was this bad because usually korean food tastes much better than this. Thank you for wasting my $40 . I'm better off going to a chinese restaurant down the street. Because it would be more authentic than the korean food. I was served even though it's a whole different culture. I would advice you not to eat here. Truly, I could have cooked it myself at home, and it would have came out much better. I'm even surprised to see a five star rating. I hope the owner of this restaurant does better. read more

There's a certain quiet confidence about this place -- the kind where the food speaks louder than the ambiance or even the service. Our server was a bit reserved, but if you've spent any time seeking out real-deal Korean spots, you'll know this is often the sign you're exactly where you should be. No frills, no pandering, just focus on getting the dishes right. The interior is unpretentious but comfortable, the type of dining room where regulars probably never even glance at the menu. It immediately gave me the feeling that this isn't a place trying to impress with decor; they know the food will handle that. The banchan arrived swiftly and without ceremony -- house-made kimchi that hits all the right notes: funk, spice, and a slow-building heat that lingers just enough. The marinated fish cake was delicate and lightly savory, and the pickled daikon and carrots offered a crisp, refreshing counterpoint. The soybean sprout salad had that understated umami depth you only get when it's seasoned by someone who's been doing this a while. We followed with steamed dumplings, pleated beautifully and generously filled, their wrappers tender and just slightly toothsome. The dipping sauce brought the balance -- salty, tangy, with a touch of sweetness -- exactly where it needed to be. And then came the standout: Korean fried chicken. We split our order between spicy and soy-garlic, and I'd be hard-pressed to pick a favorite. The soy-garlic had that glossy, addictive glaze, sweet-savory and unapologetically sticky. The spicy had a slow-building intensity with layers of flavor beneath the heat, not just a blast of chili. The crust? Ethereal crunch without a hint of oiliness, encasing chicken that was juicy and seasoned all the way through. This menu is the kind that invites return visits -- classics like hot stone bibimbap, bubbling jjigaes, grilled galbi, and stews that I fully intend to explore next time. The kind of spot you recommend to friends who appreciate the real thing -- and keep to yourself when they don't. read more

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This place was recommended to us by a shop on the other side of town. When you first walk in it doesn't look like anything special so we almost went to a different restaurant around the corner, but I am so very, very very glad that we did not. The food here was absolutely delicious! They gave us a little vegetable appetizer that was perfect... And tied us over until we got to the main course. We had a hot bowl Bibibop or something... I should've written it down. And we also had the dish in the lower right hand side of the menu that was made with sweet potato noodles... Both of them were absolutely incredible! The staff was very nice and patient and answered all our questions. My friend has a number of dietary restrictions and they 100% took care of us! We are so glad that we went and look forward to dining there again soon! read more

Korean Kitchen - Korean Near Me - Wake Forest, North Carolina

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The food is very authentically Korean! Went with some friends, and the service was impeccable as well. I ordered Tangsuyuk, which was very delicious. The fried portions went well with soju. The ambiance was family friendly. read more

Korean Kitchen - Tangsuyuk - Korean Near Me - Wake Forest, North Carolina

As a Korean, I was thrilled when this restaurants arrived in Wake Forest. The food is genuinely authentic, though they also provide some fusion options for those who prefer it. read more

We've always loved this place, but recently the portion sizes seem to have decreased quite a bit. Paying around $30 for LA galbi and receiving such a small portion was disappointing. Hoping this was just a one-off, as we've had great experiences here before. read more

Korean Kitchen - 34. LA Galbi / LA 갘 갈비 - Korean Near Me - Wake Forest, North Carolina

My first time at Korean Kitchen so I can't compare it to what it may have been in the past. There were 6 of us at the table so we ordered a bit heavily. The six different banchan had different flavors and textures, something that should be expected but isn't always delivered. The dishes were refilled regularly. In addition to the food in the photos we also ordered both the kimchi pancake and the seafood pancake and a brisket dish. Both pancakes were good but the kimchi pancake was a standout. The brisket was the only dish I felt to be subpar. It just wasn't much of anything at all. Everything else was rather good. I believe that we got a little bit of the "white boy" treatment even though one of our party was Asian. The spice level in a few of the dishes was turned down a few notches although they were still tasty and the server tried very hard to steer us towards fruit-flavored soju rather than the original. Even though many of the other customers were Asian the menu appears to cater to an audience not familiar with Korean food. There are a good number of more familiar Japanese dishes and there's a tendency to use loose English approximations for the names of some dishes. That can make it a little challenging to find some dishes or just try to guess to what they're referring. Oh, and the parking really stinks. Whichever developer decided that putting 4 restaurants, who will all be doing the majority of their business in the exact same timeframe, on a small lot with not nearly enough parking spots should never be allowed near a building site again. The restaurant, though? It's good and worth a repeat visit. read more

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Consistently delicious every time I stop in. Everything I've tried on their menu, from ttekkbokki to dolsat bimbimbop has been so flavorful. As it's at the corner of a very cramped strip, parking is a nightmare, so be prepared - but their food is definitely worth the trouble! read more

Amazing Korean Food! Family owned. We had an amazing lunch today. Weekends are for Bento Boxes I had the chicken, it comes with salad with this amazing orange dressing, rice, tempura veggies, spring rolls, miso soup, and then 5 mini plates with kimchi, and other goodies. (See photo). Hubby got beef bulgolgi Bento Box and it was the best I have EVER had, so render and flavorful. We got beef short ribs to go for dinner, hubby already pronounced them delicious. Do not sleep on this amazing restaurant! Worth every star read more

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Great place overall! I think if you want more authentic, spicier Korean food, check out Ktown market. However, this place is much closer and convenient for me. This is a great place to still get delicious Korean food! Also has decent sized servings. The store is a cute place, with a tv typically playing kpop. The service is fast too. read more

Food is very authentic and delicious. Service is attentive and kind. Ambience is clean and well maintained. Amazing chicken wings!

I'm usually not on this side of town but it must've been fate. For so long, I've bookmarked this little gem and dit had a chance to try it. Korean Kitchen is easy to miss since it's locate right off a busy intersection and the building blends in with the rest of the other retailers on the same tiny strip. Once you enter the parking lot, you'll see what I mean. Make sure to drive slowly because the parking lot is super narrow. I walked in and was told that I could sit anywhere. The restaurant is spacious with so many little tables, whether if it's for a small or larger party. I was then handed a menu. The menu was so perfect -- not overwhelming with options but straight to the point with popular Korean dishes. As I waited to place my order, K-Pop music played at comfortable sound level and people came pouring in at a good pace and most of them were Korean too -- okay! This had to be good! My expectations went up a notch! Initially, I came for KFC (Korean Fried Chicken) but as I look through the menu, the appetizers sounded too good so I decided to get that instead... Fries: You can add kimchi, bulgogi, and cheese for $1 each! What a fantastic deal! Holy! The fries were crunchy and hot! The toppings are a must! The flavors were a match made in food heaven! Brussels Sprouts: On point! The sweetness, saltiness, and spicyness created a concoction like no other. If I were Brussel sprouts, may I be cooked this way! Side items: Loved all four! I could've eaten this as my main meal and be satisfied. Overall, what a wonderful experience! My waitress was kind and attentive from start to finish. A gentleman from the kitchen came by to ask how my food tasted and even greeted me when I left. This is what 5-star Yelp restaurants are all about! I can't wait to return to try the other items on the menu. read more

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Service is great and food is delicious. Loved the kimchi pancake. Would also try the Japchae

Quick and fast service. It's pretty big inside. Food was good for local can't complain. They had beer and soju which is a plus read more

Korean Kitchen - Haemul Pajeon, fried rice, LA Galbi, squid dish I forgot what it's called, and we can't leave out Soondubu. - Korean Near Me - Wake Forest, North Carolina

I know nothing about Korean food. Seriously. I like kimchi. I like bibimbap. I've had bibimbap at a couple of places, and I've never had a bad bowl of bibimbap. I liked this place. You get very large portions, dope pickled sides, and soup for a very reasonable price. I'm not sure why the place isn't busier when I have gone, but I found the food to be totally satisfying, the sake specials are very reasonable, the service is adequate, and overall, I enjoyed the experience. If you live in the Wake Forest area, and you like Korean food, or would like to try Korean food, I would recommend this place. Feel free to get nuts and try new stuff. read more

Went there again for lunch today. I like going for lunch as the prices are better and the portions are the same from what I can tell. I order the Beef Galbi (Korean Shortribs) Bento box version. Man I got to tell you, this place is fabulous. I mean to the point where I will have to say for Quality and Value, this has got to be my all time Favorite restaurant. I highly recommend you give them a try, even if to just do a take-out order. You will love it! It is right off the main drag, next to Asuka (another excellent restaurant) Try the Bento box, it'll probably be more than you can finish read more

Food was great, you get a lot for your $$$..service was excellent!! Place was very clean lots of seating and not too loud plenty of parking.

As a Korean growing up in DC with authentic Korean food, I was hesitant if I would find a similar place in Wake Forest..... this place was awesome! I ordered takeout and was some of if not the best food I've had in the area. Kimchi pancake was one of the best I've had and the spicy pork bulgolgi was perfect spice level, tender, juicy and full of flavor. If you're looking for authentic Korean food in not just Wake Forest but the Raleigh area, this spot and Soo cafe are the top 2 and the rest aren't even in the same hemisphere. read more

Korean Kitchen is one of our favorite restaurants in Wake Forest. The food is so fresh that you can taste every vegetable and seasoning and the meals are always high quality. In my opinion nothing is better than the Kimchi Haemul Pajeon (seafood/kimchi pancake). We get it every time and it's always amazing. Everyone who works there take pride in making sure you enjoy your meal, especially the owner. One of the best kept secrets in Wake Forest but not for long. read more

Korean Kitchen - 1. Kimchi Haemul Pajeon - Korean Near Me - Wake Forest, North Carolina

Good food and service. The location is out in Wake Forest, which can be a long drive from the rest of the Triangle. A bit far from the other Korean restaurants in Cary. read more

Are dinner here. Prices are medium high but the portion sizes are generous. Service was great. My wife had the Fire Chicken and I had the Hot Stone Bibimbop. Both were delicious and we'd order them again.the hot stone version of Bibimbop comes in a sizzling hot pot that cooks and caramelizes the rice, so yiu stir it up to mix in other ingredients. I got the version with Spicy Pork, which was excellent. It came with a very spicy BBQ hot sauce as a side. Also, the entree's included miso soup and Korean appetizers like Kimchee, spicy cucumber, Korean Bean Sprouts and Korean Potato Surprise. read more

Korean Kitchen - Bibimbop and very large steamed potstickers. - Korean Near Me - Wake Forest, North Carolina

Honestly, my family eats here in such a regular basis that the owner knows us. The food is just sooo good and the weekly specials can't be beat! They do have a smaller menu, but they have all the basics! Their Korean fried chicken is what has brought us in every time. It is so crunch yet moist in the center! Each piece is also quite big so you can definitely get 8 as an appetizer for a group (we have a group of 4-6 usually and it's enough). Seriously if you love good food or fried chicken/wings this is definitely a game changer! Also we get the garlic and sometimes the mild one because Korean spice can get very spicy very fast. read more

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Back again! I just love this place! I got the short ribs and mu wife got the Bulgogi box. Love all the little sides everything perfect!!!

The food was amazing! Seemed high priced but for the amount of food you get it's worth it. The staff was friendly and the food came out quickly. Didn't spend much time inside but the place looked pretty clean read more

Honestly when I drove past I didn't notice it tucked away. The building doesn't look spectacular from the outside, but the inside is simple and warm. Small touches of Korean accents, as well as music. Now for the FOOD! GURLLLL!!/BOOOYYYY!!! I love all food but Asian style food is my go too. Soo the food was superb. If you like spicy the spices shredded beef soup is amazing The Spicy seafood noodles are also equally as good. Trust when I saw this place won't let you down if you want authenticity with your food. read more

Korean Kitchen - L18. Yukgaejang - Korean Near Me - Wake Forest, North Carolina

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Another quick review here. I stopped in for lunch at Korean Kitchen on Tuesday of last week. The place has been opened for awhile and, I can't tell you how many times I've driven by without stoping in. However, I think KK may become a semi regular lunch spot. They have daily specials here for lunch. I went with the Yaki Udon which came with a choice of three wings with different seasonings. I opted for the garlic, they were delicious! The Beef Udon was also delicious! The portion was fairly big and the vegetables and noodles were fresh and overall it was really tasty and just a slight hint of heat. And, the price was very reasonable $11.99, can of soda, tax, tip and it was around $16, which isn't bad. I'll definitely be back. read more

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Absolutely horrible customer service. Atrocious. I used to be a bi-weekly customer of KK under previous ownership. Has gone straight downhill since changing hands. From a bi-weekly visit to never coming back if that tells you anything. New owners changed a lot of recipes and specials and food was never as good. However this is the only Korean spot in WF and it was still good. New owners got to know me as a regular. With food quality deteriorating, prices rising, and service rapidly declining, I reduced my visits. Two times before today I ended up walking out before eating because I couldn't get anyone to wait on me. But I'm a sucker for Korean food and decided, even though it's been about 6 months since my last visit I'd give them another chance today. I walk in, and was greeted by the owner, "hello Jason." She still remembers my name. Maybe this time will be different? WRONG. I sat myself, and then proceeded to wait 10 minutes without further acknowledgment, no water, no menu, nothing. I actually knew what I wanted before got there, I just needed someone to ask me. As I got up and headed for the door, the owner said "oh jason, you leaving?" Yes. I'm leaving. And I'm not coming back. read more

Food alone was 5 stars. I ordered the Kimchi Haemul Pajeon and Spicy Pork Bulgogi for takeout and they were both large servings and tasted good. They even included banchan in the form of potatoes, kimchi, and spicy cucumbers. The service was not that great. I was quoted 10-15 mins, and the food was not ready until 25 mins. This was the 2nd time I've gotten takeout from them and had to wait around for the food. They were not busy tonight. The parking there is scarce and I've had to park in an unofficial spot each time, so I wanted to be in and out quickly. Then the employee at the register took a long time to do check-out. It seemed like it was her first time working the register though. Overall I would get food from them again due to the good food and fair prices, but next time I'll tack on 15 mins to whatever time I'm quoted for the food. read more

Korean Kitchen - Top left: complementary miso soup Top right: rice and banchan Bottom Left: Kimchi Haemul Pajeon Bottom right: spicy pork Bulgogi - Korean Near Me - Wake Forest, North Carolina

I love Korean food. So much so that I managed to teach myself to make Korean fried chicken from scratch over the early pandemic and it's a huge hit. I was very surprised to find this place. Not driving to work every day I learned late that it's been open for a bit. We had some extended time over lunch and my wife and I headed to check it out. I may have ordered too much and regretted it but I wanted to try everything I could. We got the fried pork dumplings and Bao Bun with Beef Bulogi as a starter. The Bao Buns were great and the Bulogi was tender and delicious. For the main I got the Kimchi Jigae and my wife got the fire chicken. They also served with the meal some various kimchi in cabbage, cucumber, and potato which was wonderful. There was another noodle type that I forget the name. While we were eating they dropped off another small serving of a soup to try. I didn't get the name but it was similar to egg drop soup and had some tofu and veggies in but tasted better and I think it was chicken based. The soup I had is served boiling hot and was very good. The tofu melted in your mouth as you ate it and there was plenty of kimchi in it. Probably burnt my mouth a few times but the staff kept the iced tea coming to cool off the mouth. I went with about the "spicy" level and for me it was good I could probably take more but didn't want to risk it. The fire chicken was great I stole some from my wife. It's a stir fried or grilled chicken with a nice spicy sauce. At the end of the meal they dropped off some watermelon slice for each of us and it was well appreciated at the end of a great meal. Hoping to make this a regular lunch stop. They have outdoor seating but we opted to eat inside. Staff was masked and we were when not eating. read more

Great food. The smooth scam is deep. They don't go for small change how about a $30 slip! Ut oh good thing paying attention. That's not chump change! Well it's true. read more

Authentic Korean food, I see a lot of people complaining they rude but they are not that's just how they are. They are actually really nice and hospitable. Language barrier with the owners and the staff but they have pics for what you want and show them. I go here once a week because it's really that authentic. Everything on the menu is delicious and soups remind me of being back in Korea they stay hot like they suppose too. Over all great place but must have a tolerance for spicy food. read more

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Own has changed,. I've been here 3yrs ago and I didn't really care for it . Decided to try again and found out own had changed, food taste much better and better than some Korean restaurants in CARY ! I'm so glad that I want back . Bibin-bop was very good , my liking. Spinach, carrot, bean, sprout, egg, mushroom, spinach, traditional Korean way . Side dishes were good 5 items. Check it out ! Price is good too , they even serve Korean Chinese food too . Jjang men , jangbong too . read more

Soooo good! We had the wong lunch box and it was so well put to get her. The food was delicious. I could not eat all of my food. It was a great lunch and it gave me an opportunity to taste test a variety of foods. read more

Let me preface by saying I hate getting mislead/ripped off or whatever you want to call it. Last Sunday I called in for an order of 20 wings to go. Their website said it would take 15 minutes, they said it would be ready in 30 minutes. Not a huge deal but I did have to wait for them. The website (www.koreankitchennc.com) quoted $24.00 for 20 wings. When my order was ready, I was charged a total of $32.48 for 20 wings. That's quite a difference in price. Buyer beware. read more

Fantastic! The hot stone bibimbop and yaki udon were delicious. The beef bugogi box was delicious and portions were so big we took home leftovers of everything but the dumplings! Bonus was having 3 Korean families come in as I feel like that really says something about the authenticity. read more

NO WORDS! New Favorite Place! We live in Oxford and usually go to Durham or Raleigh, but we will definitely be making trips to this place from now on! First off, we spent a good ten minutes admiring all the beautiful live plants in the restaurant. They are sooooo healthy and thriving. The tables and seats were so unique and creative. It was like having lunch or dinner in a garden. Now the service... was amazing. So kind and light-hearted. Everyone there got along and took care of everybody. They were so kind to answer our questions and beyond. I have never had such great edamame. And I've had it from New York, Texas, California, DC, Tennessee, Alabama, and many other great cities. It's an appetizer that I always order. The buns were soooo perfect too. Just the right amount of kick. The dumplings were perfectly fried and so tasty with the soy sauce they serve. The ramen, the fried rice, the perfect sunny egg, the side dishes. Wow. read more

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