Come here for their korean fried chicken because it slaps! We ordered the half&half with the soy garlic and the honey butter chicken and hot damn, it was bomb af! Crunchy, saucy and juicy chicken. All are boneless, too. Comes with a side of daikon and shredded cabbage for dat fiber tho. My boo and I tried their galbi jjim with cheese. It came out in a fancy stone pot. It was loaded with pumpkin, carrots, rice cakes, glass noodles and their beef short ribs. The beef was tender and the veggies and rice cakes were tasty in the savory sweet sauce. We ordered a side of corn with cheese torched on top. It was pretty filling for 2 people. We had leftovers so the waitress took it to the back and had it sealed in a box for us to take. Their bbq chicken was surprisingly good! My SIL really liked it! The chicken wasn't dry and it was nicely seasoned and had a bit of char from their sizzling stone plate and tasted great with their rice and banchan side dishes. I like their kimchi, broccoli, macaroni and bean sprout sides. You can get them replenished, too! My mom tried their bulgogi bibimbap and she didn't have any complaints. My bro tried their brisket seolleongtang soup and he seemed to enjoy it because he finished the whole bowl without sharing. My lil' (under 2yo) nephew approved of anything that landed on his plate. Maru is located in a shopping plaza and tucked in the corner near Raley's. The restaurant is small, but modern. It's definitely not a place you would expect in Fairfield. Both times that I've come here we didn't have an issue with waiting for a table despite it being a small shop. You can order from a waiter, or you can order from their tablet screen at the table. Overall, good korean food for a reasonable price. Service was quick and the vibes were right. They were playing some kpop music! I'd definitely come back to get more fried chicken and try their soft tofu stew. Check them out if you're in the area. They should have Badtz Maru as their mascot lol read more

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Visited once before, I went again with friends on 4/11/26! Service is quick and attentive-- we got seated quickly and were constantly checked on for water or banchan refills ! Their side dishes are pretty refreshing to eat between meals for a palette cleanse. We ordered bossam, a combo soft tofu soup, and soy garlic fried chicken to share! (Grilled mackerel was only eaten by my friend lol) Bossam -- holy moly SO GOOD. Slices are a little thin imo but I don't mind layering two pieces together to make a pretty solid wrap with the radish wraps and sauce they give you. The braised pork belly is pretty flavorful and well cooked itself and the complimentary sides, like kimchi and radish kimchi, added to it-- Wow. Definitely try this dish. Combo Soft Tofu Soup -- not a big fan of the spam added, but otherwise great flavor and comforting on a rainy day. I like dipping the rice (also complimentary with your meal!) into the soup-- not much to say other than it being pretty good. Soy Garlic Chicken -- Do keep in mind, these are more like nuggets than it is drumsticks or wings, but still really juicy and so crispy!! The soy garlic flavoring, wow, is perfect and I really enjoy the diced radish and dressed salad on the side. Quite a lot in portion, so quality and quantity are great! It was relatively empty when we arrived which was around a couple minutes after opening, but quickly filled up with patrons. It's pretty casual and cozy inside and I like how quick the check is given to you after the end of your meal so you don't have to worry about flagging down a server. They're really attentive ! This is such a hidden gem, I lowk would gate keep this restaurant but... they deserve recognition and business for their great food and service! ^o^ Definitely stop by here if you're craving Korean cuisine in Fairfield. read more

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Follow up rating :) My boyfriend and I came back since I was craving some Korean. I usually drive further out to get it but Maru is much closer to us. Rather than go to my regular spot we went here to try something different. Banchan: Very good, but that raisin macaroni salad is not for me. I'm just one of those people, just preference though :) Kimchi Stew: 8/10, there's an option to get it with pork or veggie so I went with pork. It was good but I've had better elsewhere. I would get it again but it's quite tangy.. it was missing a richness that I like in kimchi jigae. I requested some gochujang from the server and he brought me the bottle which comes with their bibimbap. It helped immensely ^_^ if I go here again for the same stew I'll make sure to request this with it as it elevated the meal. Rice Cake Dumpling Soup: 10/10, my boyfriend had this and he said it was better than our usual spot. I tried some of the broth and it was fantastic. So rich with a subtle spice.. I usually get this soup when I'm under the weather. I've made a mental note to order some, only the broth remained from both dishes as we finished. It was a bit busy, we waited 20 minutes for a table but it wasn't too bad for a Saturday night. I love the playlist for the restaurant, kudos to whomever picked it. Can't wait to go back ^_^ read more

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Saw this place on social media, & I've been wanting to find a good Korean place. Restaurant is cute, clean! We were greeted by Mimi who was so friendly & attentive. Food was delicious! We had the JapChae, seafood pancake and spicy Chicken! Definitely will return! read more

Maru Korean Bistro - Spicy Chicken, JapChae, and Banchan - Barbeque Near Me - Fairfield, California

TBH I was not expecting Fairfield to have this level of quality food! S/O to Fairfield fr. This place did NOT disappoint. From the moment we walked in, we were warmly greeted and asked if it was our first time. They gave us the option to choose our seating and when we sat down, they walked us through the menu and answered all of our questions. Our drinks and all of our sides were promptly delivered and within minutes of that the main dishes arrived. Extremely hot and sizzling on the plate. Now let me tell you about that Honey Butter Chicken......MY GOD it was soo good. We did the half n half with garlic chicken and honey butter chicken. The HBC is the clear winner. It's crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside and the honey, oh honey it hit. Everything you see in the photos was super fresh and delicious and properly flavored! I'd say it's worth the drive. read more

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Gone now at least 3 times and its about time i left a review. Service here is great, customer service is kind. My favorite thing ive eaten here is the Seollongtang Soup, I have never heard of it before and the description on their menu sounded devious and it was. Ive only seen this place busy so if you do attend I suggest calling in advance. read more

Maru Korean Bistro - Mine on the right is Seollongtang Soup - Barbeque Near Me - Fairfield, California

Korean food the way it is supposed to be! Simple, classic and delicious! You can either order the traditional way or via an electronic kiosk at the table. Meal comes with a variety of banchan and it was a generous amount and you can even ask for refills. The bulgogi was flavorful and tender. The standout for me with the grilled flat fish. It came in two pieces and was delicious! Perfect amount of saltiness, crispiness and flacky interior. Came here during a weekday at lunch and there was bit wait. Staff was both friendly and efficient. read more

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Walking in, the lighting and the decor was very upscale. The restaurant was clean and stylish. They sat us down at a booth and provided physical menu's. There was also a mounted tablet available on the table. The server was very courteous and quick. We Order: Fried Mandu (deep fried dumplings) were crispy and great as an appetizer. Japchae noodles had a nice "spring" to them. The dish was not too oily. A great example of what Japchae should taste like. Half & half fried chicken. We got Soy Garlic (sweet) and the Yangnyum which had a little kick of heat (my max enjoyable heat threshold is hot Cheetos). Rose Tteok-Bokki was brought out. We paid an additional charge for mozzarella cheese, which they gave a generous amount of and melted in front of us via a torch. This is one of my favorite Rose Tteok-Bokkis ... it was cheesy, rich in flavor, like a delicious pasta. Just the right amount of spice for me. (Again, my max enjoyable heat threshold is hot Cheetos). Bulgogi Bibimbap (+$2 for Dolsot/Hot Stone Bowl) was fantastic. Everything in it was tasty, it was a great amount of food, and the hot stone bowl kept the food hot the entire time. My cousin asked for a side of gochujang, and the server brought out a nice squeeze bottle for the table. When we finished, we asked for a "to-go box" and they brought out white trays without lids. They explained that once the food is packed, they would seal it for us. They even provided a small tray with multiple small compartments for the remaining banchan. Definitely worth visiting. read more

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For a while, I have been looking for a Korean Restaurant in our area, where there were actual Korean dishes and didn't require cooking or barbecuing your own food. I came across MARU Korean Bistro on YELP and it did not disappoint! Located on North Texas Blvd, close by Texas Roadhouse, this the first time I have been to this Paradise Valley Plaza which had several eateries. The place was clean, but small, perhaps can accommodate 30-40 a full capacity. We got there around 5:30pm and waited 5 mins for a clean table. We were given menus, however ordering was done on a tablet that each table had, which was very helpful, as it gives a description and picture of the dish. The servers are also ready to help with any questions we may have. Ordered the Bossam, Seollongtang with Brisket, Half & Half Korean Fried Chicken with Honey Butter and Yangnyum, Tteok-Bokki and the Dolsot Bibimbap. We were given extra sides such as kimchi, daikon, potato salad, steamed vegetables to pair with our dishes. Everything was delicious! The Seollongtang Brisket soup was full of brisket pieces and very tasty. The Bossam was plentiful, the chicken was crunchy and juicy as expected. We even had leftovers to take home. Will definitely come back to try the Galbi Jjim, creamy corn, Bulgogi and Tofu Soup. Highly recommend if in the Fairfield Area, where you do not have to cook your own meal! read more

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Refused to update order only 2 minutes after ordering. Food is likely pretty good, but this isn't good service.

My cousin recommended this place since he is more of a foodie than me. Plenty of parking in the plaza and we arrived for lunch. Place was packed but we checked in and waited 5 minutes before getting our table. We ordered on the tablet and service was very helpful and brought food/sides quickly. We ordered a variety of delicious entrees. My fav was my husband's Korean fried chicken and the sauces were unbelievable sweet with a hint of spice. A must to try again, yum! read more

Maru Korean Bistro - Barbeque Near Me - Fairfield, California

We visited Maru Korean Bistro restaurant a few Saturday's ago for an afternoon lunch. We support our local businesses. The food was extremely good, we ordered bbq chicken and spicy pork dish. The food is very tasty giving them 5 stars, read more

Maru Korean Bistro - Spicy Pork & BBQ Chicken - Barbeque Near Me - Fairfield, California

Maru is a modern, sleek Korean restaurant located in a large strip mall in Fairfield of all places. Super clean inside, and everything is order by computer screen at your table. You can even call your server from the pad. Compared to the East Bay, prices here are extremely reasonable and the quality of the food is top notch, so rounding up to 5 stars: 1. BBQ chicken came sizzling on a platter. Though it lacked searing and that crispy, smoky flavor it was still very juicy. My son and i both enjoyed it. 2. Wife got the Combo Ox Bone Soup where you customize the salt and scallion content. She enjoyed it and even I enjoyed a sip of the broth. 3. Korean Fried Chicken is excellent and I got a mix of regular and sweet-spicy. Hot, crispy, and juicy. Only thong missing was beer, but I still had a long drive to Sacramento so I passed. 4. The free Banchan were all good and had some items new to us. No kimchi cabbage, but they had the spicy cucumbers. I liked the macaroni salad with raisins and the giant white pickled radish. read more

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Read reviews on this place at the Raley's shopping mall and decided to give it a try. We were not disappointed! Came for lunch, was seated right away as they weren't busy. They have a small digital screen on each table should if you decide to order from that. We ordered through our server the following: tofu japchae, veggie fried mandu, chicken bibimbap, original fried chicken. Various banchan was presented prior to the entrees. That alone could've filled us up! Wait wasn't long. Everything was absolutely delicious. Mandu was served hot. Fried chicken was hot and crispy with sweet dip. Japchae tasty. Bibimbap was yummy and could've fed two people; it was huge. Enjoyed our dining experience very much. Nice decor, warm ambience. Excellent staff and service. We had them box up leftovers which were in vacuum sealed containers; very upscale! read more

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We drove out to Fairfield for some fun activities but first needed some lunch. Maru Korean Bistro came up as highly rated so we decided to give them a try. I was looking forward to it since I love Korean food. We were greeted as we entered and sat at a table near the door. They brought out metal cups and a thermal carafe of cold water so we could serve ourselves. Our server was Lyrissa and she was bubbly, happy and delightful. She asked if this was our first time so she shared some basic information. She returned to take our order (or you can place your order using the screen at the table). We decided on: - Dolsat with spicy pork - Dolsat with bulgogi - Korean fried chicken (half original/half yangnyum) - Side of rice The servers returned with our main meals and the banchan too. There is a nice assortment of side dishes and none were too spicy. I always enjoy the banchan as much as my main meal! My husband and daughter mixed up their beautiful stone pots filled with all kinds of veggies and egg. The rice on the bottom did not have the usual toasted layer of rice that forms when the dish is cooked in the hot stone bowl. Both hubby and daughter were a little disappointed about that but thoroughly enjoyed their meals. My fried chicken was moist and seasoned nicely. It came with freshly shredded cabbage, diced pickled daikon, and I was glad I ordered a side of rice too. Tables started to fill up close to 1:00 pm. They prepare orders quickly and the nice gentleman server packed up my leftover chicken and brought us our check. Both servers were extremely gracious and kind. read more

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Always a hit! You can't miss with any of their menu items. The portions are also really generous. Staff is always attentive when we visit. read more

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Been looking for a go-to korean spot in this are and we finally found it! The staff was extremely friendly and attentive. Inside was super modern and clean. Definitely recommend coming here. Seafood tofu soup (mild): 4.5/5 Yummy soup & plenty of tofu. I enjoyed that the soup didnt taste like it was overloaded with msg. Seafood itself was alright as I believe it was frozen Beef Brisket Soup: 4.5/5 Broth was so tasty and the meat was so tender. I wish there was more glass noodles included Seolleongtang: 5/5 Authentic and delicious. Wouldnt change anything! Banchan was also great and eachcame with a bowl of rice. read more

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I absolutely loved it here. We ordered the soup and chicken. It was all so good especially with the banchan. The server were really nice and attentive. I would bring a big group here just to hangout and eat. read more

One of the best meals we've have in a while. Everything we ordered was amazing! Portions are generous, enough for a whole other meal. Smaller shop, waited about 10-15 mins on a Saturday night, and totally worth it. Amicah was attentive, a great hostess and waitress. She hustled tonight. Lots of parking available, they are located next to Raley's. Definitely will be back for more. read more

Maru Korean Bistro - B Galbijjim - Barbeque Near Me - Fairfield, California

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Food is plentiful and service is excellent. We had been wanting to try this place when going to Raleys (which is rare) but one morning I remembered and grateful I did. The menu has a little of everything for everyone. Soups, chicken, beef. I enjoyed my bulgogi- leftovers to take home were still delicious! The fried chicken is definitely one to NOT skip on. We got the regular and honey biscuit one. Crispy, moist- so good! Hubby enjoyed his soup- that rib!- he said it was flavorful and with generous portion- he opted for rice noodle. They check on you several times and are really nice. I would absolutely come back again! read more

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I love coming here ! Service is always on point as well as the food ! Good to find somewhere I can honestly say is always good and always friendly hard to find lately. Mimi is super nice the cook love him for always hooking us up and food always on point ! Most definitely will be back ! Only place I. Fairfield I love to eat since I've moved out here ! read more

Maru Korean Bistro - Barbeque Near Me - Fairfield, California

Another tasty Korean spot in Fairfield, CA! If you're looking for a hefty Galbi Jjim, check out Maru Korean Bistro! It's definitely big enough to share with 3-4 people depending on what else you plan on ordering or how hungry you are. I've been here twice already and so far, each dish I've had was tasty. Their bulgogi was tender. The seafood pancake's my favorite. I enjoy their corn cheese. The Rose Cream Tteokbokki has a nice spice to it but also creamy with tender rice cakes. However, I am not a huge fan of their Korean Fried Chicken. I was expecting wings but they're more like tenders/ nuggets. They also do not seem to hug the flavors right. Their Japchae was just okay. After a while, all the noodles start sticking together and it's also not a huge portion for sharing. I've also ordered takeout and I appreciate how they include banchan in the orders! I ordered the Seafood Tofu Soup and it was delicious! Love the amount of seafood added to the soup and how silky, soft the tofu tasted. The broth did not taste too heavy or oily. It was warm and comforting. I'd get this soup again for sure. Staff were attentive and kind, checking in without being overbearing. The place is tiny though. It used to be the old Devil Angel Desserts. So if they are super busy, there isn't a seating area for you to wait. Parking isn't a problem. read more

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I needed a quick lunch and I was craving some Bibim-Naengmyeon (spicy cold buckwheat noodles) since it's been so hot lately, and Maru had exactly what I was looking for PLUS MORE. The Korean spots I usually go to don't give the banchan when you order to go, or maybe they'd include like some radish and that's it, but Maru straight up gave me 6 different banchan in HEAT SEALED packaging! Magnificent packaging for the sides and the noodles! The Bibim-Naengmyeon was delicious as well, super chewy and the spicy sauce was exactly what I needed. I almost forgot it came with sliced beef and an egg! Since I ordered ahead, the order was sitting on the counter waiting for me, not 10 minutes since I placed the order. Very fast! The server was super chill, thank you for helping me out! Can't properly rate the ambiance since I took my meal to go, but everything was clean and pristine from a quick glance. I like the monitors where you can order straight from your table. I will be back! read more

Maru Korean Bistro - Bibim-Naengmyeon - Barbeque Near Me - Fairfield, California

Always love coming here if I'm craving korean food. It's a great place to come with your family or friends since everything is shareable. You can order on the tablet on your table and everything including bonchon comes out in a timely manner. read more

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As first time customers, we absolutely loved Maru Korean Bistro. The food was incredible! Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. You can really tell they care about quality. Mimi was such a sweetheart! The service was just as impressive: friendly, attentive, and welcoming from start to finish. The atmosphere was clean, cozy, and modern, making it a great place to relax and enjoy a meal. Highly recommend to anyone craving delicious Korean food. Definitely coming back! read more

Maru Korean Bistro - Spicy Pork Bibimbap, bulgogi, corn cheese, kimchi fried rice - Barbeque Near Me - Fairfield, California

Another great meal at Maru! I came in on a Friday to meet a friend for lunch. Service was quick, food was excellent. The 2 servers that helped us were very attentive. They came by to check on us and asked about banchan refills frequently. The decor is modern and clean which makes for a pleasant dinning experience. Currently, this is my go to place for Korean Food. read more

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One of the best Korean restaurants I've visited! The seafood pancake is a MUST. I went with friends and we all shared bossom, bulgogi, and tofu soup. Everything was amazing and I will definitely be back just for the pancake! Pricing was affordable and everything came out hot and fresh. read more

Went here on a Friday night. Fast seating within 5 minutes. My husband and I ordered the Korean fried chicken, seafood pancake, kimchi Fried rice...everything was good and fast service. They even package the leftovers for you read more

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Amazing Korean food located right here in Fairfield. Staff is friendly and the environment is clean and has a nice setup. We ordered online and our food was ready by the time we got there. We ordered bulgogi, fried chicken, rice, and japchae. Portions were decent. It came with 1 of each small sides, not really enough for more than one person but it was still nice of them to include in our to go order. Food was delicious! Can't wait to try more items on their menu and to get the full dine-in experience. read more

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Maru Korean Bistro - Our Soon-to-Be Go-To Spot! We recently discovered Maru Korean Bistro in Fairfield and it's quickly becoming our spot as we get ready to move to the area. The place is pleasant, clean, and has a cozy vibe. The staff are incredibly welcoming--our server was especially kind and accommodating. They use a small tablet for ordering, which made the process smooth and fun. We wanted to try two flavors of their Korean fried chicken, and our server was awesome enough to let us do a half-and-half order for the price of one--such a thoughtful touch! The bulgogi was packed with flavor and came with these thin radish papers, which was a first for us--such a refreshing combo! Everything we tried was delicious, and it definitely won't be our last visit. Excited to call this place our new neighborhood favorite! read more

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They made changes to their menu since the last I've been here. Service was a bit hectic with the busy night of people arriving and going. It was a full house on a Sunday night. I prefer to order with the servers versus the table tablet option. Love their bonchon; warm fish cake, kimchi and potato's were my fav's. Enjoyed the grilled flat fish. Food is giving. Flavors were amazing. read more

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Finally a kbbq joint where I don't have cook my own food. Lol. I just want to remind yall it's a small space. So if it's a big party expect to be split or wait. As far as I know they don't take reservations. Staff were great we got our food right away and they're helpful assisting us how it works. Let's talks about the food: Japche 10/10 they put love into this compared to those AYCE Japche's. Korean Fried Chicken: 6/10 I thought it was actual bone in wings lol. Also, it was thighs... flavor was good though. Plus the salad that comes with it is 10/10 Bulgogi: 10/10. read more

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We went before 6pm so there were some available seats. We were warmly greeted and seated within minutes. Our server was bubbly but pleasant and explained how the menu works and what the difference was between the tablet and the physical menu. The dining area was not big but it is cozy and nicely decorated. Pictured are my choice of spicy pork bibimbap, several banchan that went with the two meals we ordered and a pork belly dish that my boss wanted to try. He loved his pork belly dish too. This place (Maru Korean Bistro in Fairfield, CA) is really amazing! Come check them out. read more

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Pretty solid and they did a great job dealing with our group of 10 (though we sat at separate tables). The portions are generous and I particularly enjoyed the pancake. read more

Went during soft opening and omg this place is great! It has a smaller amount of seating, similar to Toto's across the parking lot, but it is very clean and welcoming. Staff were very attentive and helpful, and we were seated in a booth. Staff checked on us constantly and verified if we wanted to order via person or tablet. Once we did order, they checked regularly to ask if we wanted any refills on our banchan. Fish cakes were a favorite! Service was also quick, as we got our food pretty quickly after ordering. Our favorites were the corn cheese, pork belly, and combo tofu soup. They informed us some of the food had minimal salt, and showed the salt and pepper on the table, to season to taste. Bigger portions and definitely easy to share. Will be back! read more

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this korean food is so good, such a hidden gem!!! if i lived closer to it i would come so often!! def would recommend read more

Maru Korean Bistro - Barbeque Near Me - Fairfield, California

Who would've thought there's good Korean food in Fairfield?! I took a chance on this place because I was really craving Korean food after coming home from Tahoe and it certainly hit the spot. I took my group of six friends to eat there and everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meals. Food (5/5): We got a wide array of dishes from their menu. Bossam, tofu bibimbap, bibim naengmyeon, and Korean fried chicken. I thought the best dish was their Bossam. The bibimbap was great but the portion was on the smaller side. The kimchi provided was good and they had good variety. Service (5/5): Super attentive, staff, and very helpful for when we had questions. Even though the restaurant was pretty new, they all knew what they were doing, and were excited to serve us. Ambiance (4/5): Nothing too special, it was a pretty small restaurant and we were lucky to have gotten seated pretty quickly. I think the maximum amount of people you can bring would be around six. They had booths that could fit 4. read more

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A great, new Korean spot in Fairfield!! The location itself is a little small, but they made a great use of the space they had and the aesthetics were very sleek and clean. My party ordered the bibimnaengmyeon and mild combo soondubu. Everything was great! The soondubu may come second on my list of favorite soondubus I've tried. It had generous portions of the tofu and proteins. Their bibimnaengmyeon also hit the spot. It was spicy, savory, sour, yet sweet. Considering they were all busy taking care of a large party reservation in the back, service was great! They refilled banchan whenever we asked and when they ran out of something, they brought out a tofu banchan they just made for us try (very good btw). When they noticed the soondubu didn't come out with the rice or egg, they apologized and brought it out for us. I'm pretty excited to try out other items from their menu. Their galbijim options seemed really interesting and decently priced compared to other places. I will definitely be back. read more

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Tried this place twice so far. First time I ordered a bibimbap which is what I usually order at korean restaurants. You have to pay additional for the meal to be a hot plate, which Im not used to. Because I didnt want to pay additional cost, I ended up with luke warm bibimbap. It was ok... Im sure it would've been better on a hot plate. Second time, I ordered a short rib soup with noodles, and that was REALLY good! The broth was flavorful, and meat was tender. I would probably order this again next time! read more

I am not sure how I have not heard of this place but wow! I kind of want to keep it a secret because it already had a 30min wait to get in but I guess I will share. It is small inside so can't seat many, no reservations/fcfs. The staff are extremely friendly! Our waitress explained everything for ordering, made some recs and was just a lovely person. Everything came out quickly, hot and tasty (prep game on point!) everything was delicious! (Except the seafood pancake, I was not a fan). We will definitely be adding this to our top 5 for our area We had gyoza, seafood pancake, honey butter chicken (wow!! Cannot recommend enough!), bulgogi and bulgogi bibimbap. read more