Very very rude people working here. Telling people to wait outside when it's cold when there's plenty of seats to be seated inside while waiting. We had small children with us and did not care. They came to tell us to go outside multiple times so we just left. read more

I came here because of all the great reviews, and it definitely lived up to the hype! The food was fresh, flavorful, and tasted like it was made with quality ingredients. We ordered the japchae, bibimbap on a hot stone plate, and soju, and everything was delicious. The service was excellent--we were greeted right away, everyone was friendly, and the restaurant was clean and felt fresh inside (especially on such a hot day). I live just down the street, so I can definitely see this becoming one of my regular spots. The only thing I wished for was a little more protein in both of our dishes. The meat was really good--I just wanted more of it! Next time I'll probably just pay for extra meat because it was so good. read more

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Very generous portions. Very fresh ban chan. I had the rare beef bi bim bop and my husband had beef stew, which came with 3 whole ribs' worth of beef! Service was fast and the food was excellent. We will return. read more

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Really bad customer service, they are very rude. It's cold, windy outside and they told us to wait outside. We went with our family with our two little kids. Lots of tables and seats inside for us to wait but they told us to wait outside when we were seated. read more

Really good food and service. Very clean inside. Lots of people ! There's a sign in list and you wait outside. You're seated and quickly served barley tea. Which is delicious !!!!! And then the food was also really good. Will come back read more

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Came in as a party of 3 for dinner and the place was pretty busy, which is usually a good sign. Unfortunately they were out of the naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles), which I was a little sad about because I was really craving it. Instead, I got the bibimbap combo with soondobu (spicy tofu soup). I'd definitely recommend getting at least medium spice for the soondobu. My friend got the mild and said it didn't have much flavor, but the medium had a really good kick and tasted great. The bibimbap itself was pretty solid since you really can't go wrong with it, especially once you mix in the gochujang sauce. Overall, it's a pretty decent Korean spot. Good for a casual dinner and I'd come back again (hopefully next time they'll have the naengmyeon!). read more

Korean Restaurant - Bibimbap Soondobu - Korean Near Me - Riverside, California

It didn't get the full stars but ONLY because I'm putting it up against Din Tai Fung! And that's saying something! Other than that what's important is this.... the food was a delicious dupe for Din Tai! And the pricing was very fair and in point! The important part though, the food was incredibly delicious and have since gone back a couple of times now since finding it! I love all types of Asian food.... better than my beloved Mexican! But honestly the dumplings and wonton s are soooo good! Dammit, now I want some right now. Ok just go you won't regret it. Getting dressed to go out now... bye! read more

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Great food, great service, and love the music. Galbi + Medium tofu soup and tteok-bokki were amazing! read more

Really excited that this place opened up. Has had decent amount of customers each time I go by. Finally was able to try and the meat was very good. Customer service does need a little bit of work. Was tough to get someone's attention for utensils and other items. Did feel a bit rushed, but overall a good addition to the area. Will go back again. read more

pleasantly surprised of the new korean restaurant in riverside. prices are good and lots of variety on the menu. tofu soup & meat combo was yummy. the octopus bibimbap was super good bc they added fresh perilla leaves and masago. so flavorful. i also liked how they served ice cold barley tea, very refreshing. banchan was okay but like the diff options read more

Korean Restaurant - mixed tofu soup + spicy pork combo and octopus bibimbap - Korean Near Me - Riverside, California

I've eaten here three times. It's pretty authentic Korean food. Years ago, when I lived in Los Angeles, I ate at many Korean restaurants in Koreatown. The service was good, and the servers were pleasant and informative. The last time I was there for lunch, it was super crowded, so they have a good chance of succeeding. The galbi, pancake, and banchan are all good, but not great. read more

finally a korean restaurant near this part of town!!! it delivers flavor!! It is a smaller restaurant but i think is perfect. Service is great and they are very attentive. Must must try!!! especially the galbi and atka mackarel read more

Korean Restaurant - Korean Near Me - Riverside, California

Finally an authentic korean restaurant in our area! My first impression upon entering was its cleanliness and neutral vibe. We were greeted and seated right away. You can order based on your preference according to our server: there's a section on the menu for shareable dishes or order individual plates. We chose individual plates. Our food was fresh and amazing! They also serve several condiments, water, and tea with our meal. The only cons I would mention is the customer service and prices. Our server seemed nice enough but she never came back after our food was brought to us. It also took awhile to get our check and she quietly placed it at the end of the table without asking if we need anything like take-out boxes. Not really a huge deal or anything. Like most restaurants now, the prices are quite high so this is not something we can eat regularly. We still give them 5 stars! The food was great! read more

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Nobody asked, but I'm Korean, and people around me often ask for recommendations for a GOOD Korean restaurant. One day, my friend asked me if I knew Korean Restaurant. I asked her, "Which... Korean restaurant?" It turns out the name of the place was actually Korean Restaurant! Okay, joke aside, I decided to give this place a try, and it was such a great and authentic experience. It is a shame that I did not take any photos, but honestly, that just means the food was too good and we did not want to waste any time taking pictures. The interior, the food, and even the tea were all amazing. We tried the japchae, tofu soup, and bulgogi, and everything was delicious. I highly recommend this place to anyone craving good Korean food without having to drive all the way to OC or LA. read more

Korean Restaurant - Nice paintings! They make you feel like a king. - Korean Near Me - Riverside, California

The food is so good. We had bulgogi beef with so much side dishes and rice. The price was right on the budget as well.

Finally a different kind of restaurant in this area other than pizza and tacos. I have been here twice now and I've tried the tofu soup, one with seafood and one with beef. The seafood was interesting but the beef was great. Also tried their spicy pork and the bulgogi. Word to the wise on heat levels, if you think a five is a medium, it is not. If you can't handle too spicy but like some spice, stick with level two or three. I tried level 7 and almost died but it was great! There are entrances from the front and back, and tables that seat about groups of two to four. Not a place for large groups. The service was nice, quiet and this is a great spot to take a date. read more

Korean Restaurant - Tofu soup and bulgolgi - Korean Near Me - Riverside, California

this new Korean restaurant just opened, and I had to try it with my friend. I got the Bulgogi beef and seafood soup. It was super delicious and a bunch on had my favorite cucumbers which were pickled. I really enjoyed it however, my friend did not really like his kimchi soup. However, my seafood soup and my Bulgogi beef was very tender and delicious and flavorful. Definitely coming back here again and the service was top-notch. They gave us iced tea as well. The ambience of the restaurant was super nice and modern. I love their spoons and how they had their utensils on the side. read more

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Amazing food with great service and ambiance. While the menu does not specifically have vegan/vegetarian options, they were incredibly accommodating and made provided various veggie based options. When they brought the side dishes, the server specially brought out veggie based ones first so there wouldn't be any confusion. This simple action meant a lot as many restaurants don't take the time to do so. I felt valued as a customer. I hope they add more vegetarian/vegan options soon! read more

Came in on Father's Day. They were busy. Service felt so rushed and it was sub par. We did not even get refills for the drinks. the restaurant - It was minimal and clean. I appreciate that. Food wise, bulgogi was good. The tofu soup lacked flavor though. I wasn't sure if it was appropriate to ask for salt or fish sauce. The broth needed depth. The mild was certainly very mild. The soup was not hot enough to actually cook the egg. I'll come back to try other things but just not the tofu soup. There's waaaaay better places for that ( shout out to BCD and Young Dong who's never failed my taste buds) read more

Jacob was a great host the food was delicious, environment was great 10/10 recommend.

Not a lot of Korean options out here, so glad this one is good! Seeing Tteokbokki and sundae on the menu was so exciting and delicious. Everything I've tried so far is really good. Nice casual place and great service. read more

Finally a good Korean restaurant in the area! We had Yuk-Gae-Jang, grilled mackerel, and bibimbop. Everything tasted amazing including their bachan. We will definitely come back to eat here again. The service was a little slow but I know they just opened so I'm sure it will improve over time. read more

Korean Restaurant - Yuk-Gae-Jang and bibimbop - Korean Near Me - Riverside, California

Much needed addition to the area!! Food The food is soooo good. I've been here 3 times since they opened and the food has always been a consistent strong point. I'd recommend the bossam (boiled pork belly) combo or the bulgogi combo. I usually can't handle spice, but I'm okay with medium for the tofu soup broths, could possibly even handle spicy :) It is on the pricier side unfortunately, but I'd say it's average for the cost of Korean food in general and well worth it for the quality Service The staff is so sweet!! You might have a bit of a wait with the food coming out but they just opened, so they're still adjusting. Regardless, it still came out in a timely manner and I was mingling with my friends most times so the time flew. A friend of mine accidentally spilled her drink one time and the waitress handled it so gracefully. During the grand opening, another friend and I got chopsticks as a welcome gift which was such a kind gesture. Ambiance The restaurant is narrow but spacious. The inside is well thought out and designed beautifully. They really have an eye for detail here. I would say it might be hard to accommodate larger parties since there's only a few tables that can sit up to 6 but parties of 2-4 should be accommodated easily. Final thoughts: 10/10, every time I've come here the food, service, and ambiance have consistently delivered. It's an amazing addition to the area if you consider the popularity of similar restaurants like BCD which are hours away. I'll definitely be a regular moving forward read more

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Amazing food and amazing service. I am so glad that there is such a beautiful Korean restaurant here in Riverside. The sides are absolutely amazing, I highly suggest getting their combo meals to try everything there! I got their galbi and their kimchi tofu stew. This place has such a crazy big menu, I am so excited to go back and try it out! read more

I'd definitely recommend this place to a friend or a stranger! I specifically went for the "GalBi" I believe that's what it's called on the menu. A friend of mine recommended the ribs there so that's what I got. They have a smaller portion you can get too that comes with a soup of your choice and I got Tofu Soup just to get a bit more of the experience of something different Food service was amazing. My waitress was super kind and patient with me. Staff very friendly and helpful! Very clean And welcoming read more

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When you walk in you notice the clean aesthetic of the restaurant. It wasn't very busy when I visited so I was greeted promptly and friendly and then was shown to my table moments later. When you are seated you are brought a little container full of barley tea and I've got to say it had a nice roasted flavor and was so refreshing. The waitress was friendly and patient while I looked over the menu and I ultimately chose the Beef & Vegetables w/Rice in a Hot Stone Pot dish. As soon as your food comes out they bring you all the banchan (sides) and each one was delicious but my noticeable favorites were the kimchi and the potato salad. My main entree was nicely plated and was piping hot. The egg on top was perfectly cooked, the beef was delicious and marinated very well, the vegetables were a perfect combination too. Overall considering the friendliness of the staff and the quality of the food I would highly recommend this restaurant and will even bring my friends or family next time. Nice job! read more

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The food here is fantastic. No more need to drive into LA/OC county for legit Korean food. Their sundubu (spicy tofu soup) is amazing, way better than BCD and definitely anything else in this area. My server was friendly and checked in on me for refills on drinks and sides. I wholeheartedly recommend this place if you're in the area and are craving some Korean food. I'm hoping they expand the menu to include jokbal, that's the one Korean dish we don't have in the IE. read more

this place is super cute inside and you can really tell how the worker keep their restaurant clean. I had the tour beef stew and it was perch I got a mild and it was perfect for someone who doesn't eat spice like that the bulgogi was really flavor too no fat which I love I used tp have to go to Ontario for Korean food and this was great! read more

New Korean restaurant in the IE. We came during its soft opening and they were busy; but keeping up very well! Very clean and well lit store with cute decorations. Can smell the food the moment you step in. We ordered a little bit of everything. My favorite was the kimchi pancake, so much deep flavor. Could be a little crispier, but the flavor is there. Bossam meal came with stew and was probably the most value. Super tender pork with cabbage and 2 dipping sauces. It also came with a radish kimchi that was not a part of the general sides they give everyone. Super good crunchy texture and spicy flavor. We will be coming back to try more! read more

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Went to watch a movie at Galaxy and decided to check this place out. Saw that they had raw marinated crab on their menu, and my wife has been DYING to try it. The ambiance was awesome, the servers and staff were amazing! Super nice and very welcoming. They advised my wife ahead of time that the crab was raw and if it was ok to proceed and my wife was more than happy! We got the wings, the kimchi pancake, the raw marinated crab and a hot stone bibimbap with octopus. All of it was DELICIOUS! Can't wait to come back! read more

Korean Restaurant - Raw Marinated Crab - Korean Near Me - Riverside, California

We tried a new Korean restaurant tonight and had a good overall experience. The restaurant was clean, and we were seated right away when we arrived. They served barley tea, which was a nice touch. Our server was very friendly and even let me know the tea was caffeine-free, which I appreciated since I can't have caffeine at night. They have both hot and cold tea. She brought us both to try. We ordered the short ribs and bibimbap with Tofu soup, both of which came with side dishes. The food came out hot, and the short rib barbecue was delicious and flavorful. The side dishes were pretty good. The kimchi and cucumbers were excellent. The bibimbap wasn't truly cooked in the hot stone and seemed to be placed in hot stone bowl after cooking it. Overall, I'd still recommend this place. It offers pretty good Korean food. The service was great. Five stars for service and four and 1/2 stars for bibimbap! read more

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SO YUMMY. I'm so happy this restaurant is 5 minutes away from my house, the atmosphere is relaxing and they did a great job decorating the inside of the restaurant. The Bossam & Bibimbap are my go-tos! I love the complimentary barley tea that gets served with each meal. read more

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Service was good, they were super nice. I got C2 slow cooked beef with soybean stew. it was okay, a bit hard to chew on, I want to try the pork and see if that's more tender. The soup was a bit salty for my taste as well. The banchan was my favorite the kimchi and pickled foods were really good. I'd def come again. The inside is nice and clean and chill too overall it was nice :) read more

Korean Restaurant - Banchan - Korean Near Me - Riverside, California

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The food and service is always amazing! We've eaten there three times now and have not been let down.

Im so happy we have a legit korean place in our neighborhood. Ive been going to Jinhan in Corona that closed and I realized that it's the same lady. We need to support them so they dont close. Good food! My go to now and its near my house read more

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Been here two times and loved every dished we ordered. No outdoor dining when we visited. Will definitely come back read more

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I wish I knew about this place sooner. Genuinely the best authentic Korean BBQ here in Riverside. The freshness of the food and for the price of it is truly unbeatable! I got the bulgogi small plate to go and it was definitely not small. You can tell they put so much care and effort in their care. Will probably be back tomorrow! read more

Korean Restaurant - Small bulgogi plate to go - Korean Near Me - Riverside, California

Everything was great. Great food. Great service. Great ambiance! I'm so very happy that there is a good Korean restaurant in Riverside.

DELICIOUS KOREAN FOOD! The takeout meal deal is the best, and the mixed rice reminds me of my halmoni!! Service is quick and accommodating for takeout orders. The inside is nice and clean, and the area is pretty. Slight issue with parking, but at no fault of the business! read more

Came in yesterday around 330pm with my mom and son. My go to place is OC for Authentic Korean food but thought I'd give this a try since it was nearby and had great reviews. I ordered the bulgogi and tofu soup combo and my mom ordered K2 seol leon tang which was the ox tail soup with beef. The bulgogi was pretty good just a tad salty but flavorful. The seafood tofu soup was very delicious. The ox tail beef soup however completely lacked flavor. Even with the spice and seasoning rack they provided it. I absolutely do not recommend that dish as it tasted like water and flavorless meat and should not even be on the menu. The sides were decent but have tasted better. The egg plant, cucumber and fish cakes were the tastiest of the side dishes and didn't care for the others. Overall the food was decent but what was upsetting was the lack of customer service. The waitress forgot our rice and I finally said something about 10 minutes after receiving my food since I was eating my soup first. My mom had ordered the purple rice and I had white, so she called the young waitress to remind her that she had the purple rice. That waitress lowered her body to almost be eye level with my moms and responded with a "I got you" in the most rudest tone like she was so annoyed. I heard that and was taken aback. That young waitress had no right to talk to a customer like that especially if the customer was asking kindly. The manager needs to retrain her when it comes to customer service skills. Not once did the waitress apologize for her mistake of forgetting to bring it out. I also noticed that none of the waitresses asked any customers if everything was okay with their food or if they needed anything after the dish was served. I will give this place another chance since the food was decent. But customer service needs a lot of work. read more