This might be the first Korean restaurant I've ever been to and I was very impressed with the food…read moreand the service. The waiters were super sweet and attentive and the food was delicious. I especially loved the cucumber kimchi and potato side dishes and was very appreciative of the free refills. If all Korean restaurants are all this good I need to try more asap!

Service was phenomenal The seafood pancake was $26 and had…read moreno seafood at all so it was a bit pricey imo The beef rib was good and flavors were there

Had a great experience here. We ordered a really good spread starting with the beef tartare and the…read moreBugak which are their oxtail hand rolls. The beef tartare was incredible. The Korean pear mixed in adds a lot of great flavor and the seaweed chips it comes with are a really nice touch. The oxtail in the hand rolls were super tender too. For mains we got the Paju fried rice and the 14oz dry aged New York steak. The fried rice had a really nice flavor to it. The steak was definitely a standout since it was very well cooked and super tender. I really liked all the sides that were served with it! Highly recommend this spot if you want a really high quality meal.

Was on the last night of a work trip, and was initially thinking I was solo. So was not looking to…read moreeat trash. I looked up Paju before in South Lake Union nearby my hotel, and was excited to try it. Ended up finding a partner in crime anyway, and headed over close to closing time. Place is dark and modern, although I appreciate the wood oven being front and center. Owner was a little awkward given the timing, however she warmed up to us pretty quick when she said she was going to be in/out as we promised, and did appreciate the food itself. Got the sesame negroni, which was a unique and untraditional way to approach this cocktail. The sesame made it very different, and it remained as strong as I liked. The bugak (almost like a Korean taco with oxtail) was awesome. They were kind of just 2 bites of food each, however what was there exploded with flavor. I could've eaten 5 of these. NY strip was just ok. Didn't get any dry aged flavor from it at all. Not enough seasoning either. Bachan with it--brussel sprouts, kimchi--were tasty though, and the Paju fried rice was awesome. I wish they could put some beef/fish with that and call it a day. One of my favorite fried rice preparation I've had, but hey, I'm a sucker for squid ink. Would definitely come back here next time I'm in Seattle. Next time would sub the steak for the seafood jeon or branzino, however really nice meal otherwise. Compared favorably to other elevated Asian cuisine I've had (Joule in Seattle, Goosefeather in Tarrytown NY, Danji in NYC).

The service was amazing. Very kind and made sure everything was cooked to our liking. They take an…read moreautomatic 20% gratuity, and it is well deserved. The waiters are cooking the meat and also bring extra side dishes whenever you run low. The meat was also very good. We got the finest feast. My only complaint was that it was a little fatty. The side dishes imo were average compared to other Korean restaurants. The kimchi was a little too fermented. They do offer free cabbage on the side to make wraps. The ssamjang was very good too! For two people, they give lots of food and very good quality. The ambience is nice. High-end pocha ambience, and they play modern music. Loved the lighting they had.

Our servers were great, the vibes in the restaurant are date night/special occasion worthy and the…read morequality of the meat was nice. If 4.5 was an option we would give it that for a couple reasons, specifically around the quantity of meat for restaurant week. It listed (3) or (6) on the options, but we ended up getting 2 pieces of meat per option and 1 for the dessert cut totaling to 184 with auto gratuity of 20%. Overall, it was a great experience and the banchan/quality of the meats were a treat. My girlfriend also was a big fan of the Lychee Taiwan beer. Would recommend checking it out for a special occasion or during restaurant week.

Ella was amazing! We had a big party and she made the whole dinner seamless. Food was delicious as…read morewell. Thank you again!

Outstanding taste rooted in Asian flavors, and modernized. Excellent choice to celebrate an…read moreanniversary or special occasion. We were greeted warmly by our host, Steven, and seated earlier than our reservation. He and his colleagues was attentive and hospitable through the meal. The steak tartare was excellent with the sweetness of Asian pear paired with the earthiness of beef. The black cod sauce was addicting and balanced between sweet and savory, and the cod was flaky. The hanger steak ssam was blended at the table and had great richness and body with the beef. The sharpness from the cod sauce helped even out the buttery rice. The ginger crème brûlée was unique. The crème delivered the ginger in a bold, but not overpowering way. The caramel sauce and ice cream cooperated with all the flavor. Not too sweet It has been a long time since experiencing an "elevated" Asian meal as corny as it sounds. If you're into internet memes, then the charge is having a succulent Korean meal. Possible improvements: standard size plates instead of tapas style small plates (though I understand heir intent was for family style sharing). Additional table linen or plates to place your utensils because a small plate can't hold a fork, spoon, and chopsticks while you take portions from the main dishes. Conjoined to the paramount hotel, not sure what the parking situation is like since we arrived via light rail. Definitely would recommend if you're in the area.

5 Stars. Service…read morePromptness Kalbi Tang Thats it. Well, the Suyuk is a very solid choice also and so it Bibimbaps. The crowds are less heavy now and yelp joining the waitlist is super convenient. Although today's waitlist join said it would take 16-33min to be seated, I got the text that table was ready within 3 minutes. We were still en route and made it within 15 minutes but were removed from the waitlist because we didn't answer the 3 minute call. Nonetheless, we only waited 10min for another table. The dining area that is nearest to reception can get "cold" particularly the corner, we sat there once and your elders will not like it. Today we got seated there again and decided to wait for the other side where the AC wasn't full blast. Its all chill. Friendly, accommodating staff. The food comes fast, like Din Tai Fung. The cost too, is like DTF. Overall, its good, but not worth the higher cost, but the service and cleanliness make it a combined 5 Star. The Kalbi Tang is the star, a must get every single visit.

We made a reservation at 6:30pm for dinner, and I'm so glad we did because the restaurant was…read morecompletely packed with a line out the door!!!!! Convenient parking right in front and tons of seating inside. Great selection of banchans! I loved their radish kimchi. We ordered: 1 Kalbi teokbokki- the portion was quite smaller than I expected , but I really liked it. Just wished there was more tteok. 1 Daeho kalbijjim (mild) with added cheese and corn- this was a lot for our group of 4, we ended up taking some to go. The meat was tender, the flavoring was a little salty for my liking. 1 Daeho naengmyun- sooo yum and refreshing bites in between all the meat. The noodles were chewy and the portion was great for sharing. Great spot to eat at. Staff are quick and reservations are definitely needed unless you're willing to wait lolll.

Great vibes and great food!! Got the Korean fried chicken and their soy garlic flavor was pretty…read moregood. Good taste and it had a good crunch to it. My only complaint is that I wish it came with rice and/or more banchan. There was only one server/cashier so please give them some grace. A lot of seating and they play a lot of kpop hits.

Dinner in Seattle, Washington…read more.. Since we were in Chinatown and had free street parking on a Sunday, my niece and I looked around for our next meal. She said she saw a Korean restaurant next to where we parked our car. She was right! Gangnam Seattle was a cozy, calm shop. Service was efficient and polite! I got the Bulgogi and rice meal while my niece got the dumpling soup (with mochi). The portions were so generous that I took my leftovers to my niece's apartment. She had it for lunch the next day! Delicious! We were happy to not have to cook our own meal! LOL!

Came here for dinner around 7:30pm and didn't have to wait long, which was nice. We ordered the…read moreBrisket Sullungtang with wheat flour noodles and the food came out pretty quickly. Everything was really delicious! The soup was rich and comforting. The side dishes were also great and paired really well with the meal. Overall, both the staff and food were all authentic. It's a great spot for Korean comfort food and I'd definitely come back again!

Food is good and fresh as always…read more Service is quick and refills are plenty. Decent ambience with well spaced tables. Definitely one of the best sul lung tang I've had in the greater Seattle area. Quality is on par with restaurants around Ktown in Los Angeles. If you have not tried the tongue sullungtang yet, try it! The meat is so tender...almost melts in your mouth. Great for kids!

Solid place to grab Korean food in Ballard, despite it being one of the only Korean restaurants in…read morethis area (that I'm aware of). Have been in a few times and have had a solid experience each time. Fairly small place and not THAT many tables. You order at the counter and then sit down. It's self serve for water, silverware, and complimentary barley tea, which is nice. Both times the customer service when ordering was fine but not super friendly. I was the one saying "hello" first and saying "how are you?" before the cashier said anything. Kind of awkward/standoffish but not a dealbreaker when the food is good. Most recently I had the kimchi jigae, which was relatively spicy, even when I asked for less spicy (and they said they could accommodate). I'd say it was like 2-3 stars. Flavor was great though and it was a decent portion (for $17) and satisfying. Also, a pretty wide range of menu options, despite it being a small place. There were 4 complimentary banchan dishes (napa kimchi, cucumber kimchi, seasoned bean sprouts, and fish cakes). Note that I don't think there are free refills like other places... maybe you can ask but I didn't see anyone doing so. For 1-2 people, it's a relatively generous amount. Also, only certain dishes come with the banchan, so be sure to read the menu carefully if you are wanting the banchan.

This spot is a hidden gem in Ballard. It's not the best Korean food I've had but definitely has all…read morethe comfort food you need for a cold day if you don't want to drive far out to fed way or Lynnwood. Seafood pancake was crispy and paired well with the dipping sauce. Banchan was on point but galbi was a bit on the sweeter side + had a bit too much fat and soondubu tasted more like kimchi jiggae. Overall tho, fair prices & good selection of Korean comfort food!

This is my new go to Korean place! They recently came under new ownership and updated the menu and…read moreit was all so good! Good portions and the service was excellent. Made me feel like I was eating at home! The interior is renovated too but still has that traditional korean aesthetic. THE SERVICE STAFF ARE AMAZING!!!!

I use to love this place but I think they got a new owner and the food isn't the same anymore and…read moreit's not as good. Super disappointing as this use to be one of my favorite Korean restaurant in the area and it's gone. We ordered the same thing that we always ordered which is the soup but sadly to say it wasn't that good. The squid and veggies as okay but nothing special either. Just overall displeased with the new menu

Been going here since their soft opening in 2023 I believe? They're genuinely my favorite KBBQ…read moreever. From individual ice cream cups to an ice cream machine; taking orders to an iPad system; new grills and equipment; from clear utensils and plates to branded utensils and plates. They've made positive changes continuously and have a great set of menus. Everyone should try this place at least once!

Good food, water tastes very weird though ): Sides were kinda mid but the meat was good qualityread more