My husband and I have been to most of the restaurants downtown in the past four years that we've lived here, and Mixed Grain is one of our favorites. It's so cozy. Their prices are more reasonable than a lot of nearby places. The hot ginger tea with the little man-shaped stirring spoon? I'm dead. It's cute and tasty. I just had the spicy BBQ chicken tonight, and it was my favorite thing I've had there. I will say the ramen didn't totally blow me away specifically, compared to places that specialize in ramen. Other than that, everything is top notch. Never had a problem with the service. read more

Mixed Grain - BBQ chicken with banchan and hot ginger tea - Korean Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

Many great experiences later, they did deliver a less than desirable experience on a recent take-out meal. I got an order of the crunchy squid rings and the dolsot bibimbap. The dolsot bibimbap was pretty good as usual, but the squid rings were a complete disaster. They actually packaged away completely burned and charred squid rings to go! What a dumb way to completely lose credibility with their customers. Cheap tactics such as these where the business is trying to save $15 (cost of the crunchy squid rings) at the expense of losing a customer is atrociously brain-dead. Why don't they understand something this fundamental given that they are in the hospitality business? On your take-out meals, my recommendation is to open the sealed package and inspect the food that you are bringing home. They could be packaging junk because the customer is not looking. Better yet, eat at the restaurant. I bet they would never serve garbage such as this in plain sight. read more

This is my second time at Mixed Grains and it's quickly becoming one of my fav go to spots when I'm in the area. The food is fresh, flavorful, and you can really taste the quality of the ingredients. I especially like how customizable the bowls are. There are plenty of healthy options and everything feels well balanced. The staff were friendly and the place is clean and welcoming. Service can get a little slow during peak hours, which is why I'm giving it a 4/5 stars but the food is worth the wait. Overall, it's a great spot if you're looking for something healthy, filling, and tasty in Walnut Creek. I'll definitely keep coming back! Side note: If you're a mom who's bringing a stroller, they will ask you to park it near the bathroom since the space is limited. read more

Mixed Grain - The Works: Bibimbop - Korean Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

I was craving some Korean food on my little venture through Walnut Creek on a Tuesday and saw this place on the handy Google Maps. It's located just next to Brodrick. As I opened the strong door, the decor initially caught my eye walking in. It's modern with a hint of a biophillic design. I came in around 5PM so the sunlight didn't capture much of the beauty of the decor, but i'm sure coming in lunch time captures it more. Nara, the kind waitress, told me to sit anywhere I like. She's attentive, answered any questions I had, and informed be on certain dishes the whole time I stayed. I decided to get the Shrimp Mandoo as my appetizer and the mini Bulgogi with a Banana Milk. The Shrimp Mandoo was good, but nothing to really rave about. It's the only Mandoo that can only be pan-fried, but the crunch was fun! The banchan was varied. The kimchi is more on the sour/bitter side, so sorry to the sweet kimchi fans. As a solo diner I was particularly worried about the food proportions for the mini Bulgogi. I have a hearty appetite but even I have limits. The proportions were actually perfect and if you're a fan of lettuce, the Bulgogi comes with so much. I throughly enjoyed the savory Bulgogi! It was tender and clean to eat. Overall, I would definitely come by again! read more

Mixed Grain - An assortment of banchan with the mini Bulgogi. - Korean Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

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Was craving for Korean food and this was the closest spot! It's a decent Korean restaurant with lots of your traditional choices including tofu soup, fried chicken, seafood pancake and more. Everything came pretty quickly and was good. I think the fried chicken was only fried once vs some other places they double fry it so it's super flavorful and crispy. Overall, a good spot if you're looking for convenient Korean food read more

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Had a great meal at Mixed Grain with a friend! I ordered the bibimbop with thinly sliced beef, and the flavors were really good. The fried egg was cooked well, and I liked the option to have purple rice aside from just the white rice. All the banchan were pretty standard, but my favorite was actually the kimchi cilantro. I'd never had it before, but I loved the freshness and spice, and I even took some home with my leftovers because it paired so well with the bibimbop. The workers were friendly, and the inside was very clean and had a nice modern ambiance read more

Mixed Grain - Korean Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

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We came here, not knowing what to expect, this was excellent. We had JHAPCHAE and the main dinner, the works. Both were excellent plus all of the sides and the soup made for a really good meal. This place has been here for a long time which I was surprised at but it's on a side street which is why we missed it It is well worth coming. read more

This is by far the best Korean food I've had since visiting Korea-Mixed Grain has brought Korea to Walnut Creek! After ordering we had banchan (small side dishes) brought to our table- creating a beautiful palate to go along with the main courses. We ordered Kimchi Stew & Veggie Iron Works fried rice. These were both incredible dishes. Packed with flavor & so fresh. My only complaint is that I physically could not eat more! The service was impeccable, so polite & prompt! The restaurant itself is clean & modern, a new favorite spot & could not recommend more. read more

Mixed Grain - Kimchi Stew and Veggie Iron Works - Korean Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

Living in Walnut Creek had made me feel stuck at times with the options of tasty and affordable food. With a constant itch for spicy ramen during these colder months, I came here with my partner based on a recommendation. It did NOT disappoint. Every seat was taken and the waiters were HUSTLING! Food was 11/10 delicious. Great price. Nice ambiance. We will be returning over and over again. read more

My family loves this restaurant. If you are looking for a healthy option that would be enjoyed by both, kids and adults, give this location a try. Well made Korean food with lots of tasty options. Service is great. Restaurant itself is not big but space is well planned and it doesn't feel overcrowded. Parking in downtown Walnut Creek can be a bit tricky so plan your visit accordingly. read more

Mixed Grain feels like Korean food that's been watered down for a white person's palate (no offense). In line with other Korean restaurants, they give assorted banchan with free refills. There's lots of space for seating, and service is efficient. The food is decent, but the flavor profile just isn't strong enough. read more

This is the only Korean spot I've been to so far in WC; it's good but can take awhile to be served. However, do note I came here in spring of 2023 with my co-worker E. It took over an hour - there might still have been labor shortages with the tapering of lock-down/covid and people were not necessarily mandated in the office quite yet. I believe one mutual friend that my boyfriend and I share recommended this place to me as he is from WC. read more

Clean bright and airy restaurant. The food was fresh and delicious with unlimited pickles. Servers were friendly and quick. read more

Hidden gem at WC. Great option for lunch if you need a little spice and yummy Korean flavors in all their dishes. Bring a friend or group and break bread here in your culinary mix. read more

Every time I've wanted to try Mixed-Grain, it seems to be a Sunday when they are closed. Fortunately, I was able to visit the restaurant yesterday, and it was wonderful. Both the food and the service were exceptional. The only downside was the price. If the prices were slightly more reasonable, we might start going there every week. I highly recommend it for anyone looking for healthy and tasty food! read more

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We came on a weekday during lunch, which wasn't packed at all. Although small with limited seating, the restaurant has natural lighting from the windows. We were seated right away and placed our order for The Works with spicy chicken wings. The Works bowl comes with fresh veggies neatly assorted and is gorgeous to look at. It also comes with the standard gochujang-based sauce which provides more heat and complex flavor. It was a nice balance of spice and cooling nature from the veggies. The spicy chicken wings were also delicious with the coated sauce and sesame seeds. It still had a great texture despite being covered in the sauce, and wasn't soggy at all. Would love to come back and try more items! read more

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This was one of the few places that was still open in the area, so we checked it out. The decor was quaint, yet modern - it was a nice energy to walk into. We ordered the black bean noodles and beef short rib soup. The banchan variety was great and complemented our soup especially! Kalbitang soup was savory and came in a big-sized bowl. However, the meat was honestly much tougher than I would've liked. My review would've been 4 stars if it weren't for the black bean noodles. On the menu, it read as "짜장면" if I'm not mistaken, so I was shocked when jjapaghetti came out instead. If I had known beforehand that it was going to be jjapaghetti, an instant noodle, I would not have ordered for $16. Honestly, it was pretty misleading. In conclusion, be wary of ordering the jjajangmyeon here, as you will be getting jjapaghetti instead (know what you're ordering). Waitress was kind though! read more

Mixed Grain - Black Bean Noodle - Korean Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

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We've visited twice, and each time the service was excellent and food was delicious. A decade ago I visited Seoul for the first time and I fell in love with Korean food. I've struggled with finding Bay Area places that created an "aha" moment. But, Mixed Grain delivered. My only recommendation is a name change: everyone thinks it is different cuisine. read more

This place is great! Had the Bimpap bowl with chicken and purple rice. It's so yummy loaded with veggies and topped with a soft cooked egg. Unlimited Bon Chon and great service read more

Mixed Grain - Bowl - Korean Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

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Love this place. Cozy lil spot & the meals are very filling. If you're in SF, purple rice on haight has the same menu! read more

You guys hooked on everything Korean like I am? Their movies are banging, binging on Korean TV shows like it's pure heroine, Kpop got you singing their songs but you don't speak a lick of Korean. They got into your Seoul man... sheesh and their food, fuck dude, their food is like, yeah I'm a simp. They bring out the Banchan like it's foreplay then they Diddy you in the face with their OMG dishes that you wished you oiled up for. Yes! Mixed Grain is that good. I love the decor of this place, it feels like a wholesome spot to take a first date that you want to marry one day kind of place. Let's calm down, I need a tall glass of ice cold Cass right now read more

Mixed Grain - Banchan. Yes I'm going to print this hella big and put it in my office. Which of your coworkers is Kimchi? Pickled Onion? - Korean Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

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Great menu. Food options were so tasty. After trying to get in on several occasions we finally opted for the bar. It was fun watching the bartender while we ate. We did not feel rushed but they sure know how to hustle. Dining room was pleasantly designed but it can get loud. read more

The food was fantastic! The purple rice was so flavorful, and with so many variations to choose from, everyone in our group found exactly what they wanted. Even though it was pretty busy, the food came out quickly and was absolutely perfect. read more

My husband, mom, and I were going to another familiar restaurant for lunch in Walnut Creek. When we parked our car, we saw Mixed Grains, across from us. Our curiosity peeked and decided to go there. FOOD I ordered the Spicy Ramen, since a soup is always good on a cold day (my opinion). My husband ordered Dosot salmon, and Mom ordered Dosot Pork. My husband loves bon chon sides. SERVICE The staff was attentive. Our server was Emma (she didn't really introduce herself. I wish she did. Saw her name on the bill.) was pleasant and provided us with good service. AMBIENCE It was lunch time. There were people eating comfortably. I would come back here again and even recommend this Korean restaurant to anyone inquiring for it. read more

I've been looking for a good bibimbap place and was happy to find this one. It satisfied my craving for my first 2 visits. On the 3rd visit, my son ordered extra chicken while I ordered the regular amount.. The two bowls came out with exactly the same amount of meat and the cook needed to see both our bowls to make sure we were telling the truth. On the 4th visit, I found a hair in my bowl. Still I kept going to this place despite my previous disappointments Tonight, we got there at 820p and, despite their hours posted to close at 930, they were rushing us to pay the check and head out by 920p. Needless to say, that's all I needed to decide I already gave this place too many chances. To top it off, my bowl had a sweet flavor to it, which is not expected with a bibimbap bowl. :( read more

We went here recently after work with co workers for some Comfort Korean food. I had arrived early and secured a table for 6 people. They were closing soon so we ordered our food once we had a little window to get our order in. I had ordered the Kim Chi pancakes and OB Pilsner beer. My co workers all ordered Ramen bowls and Wings. I had ordered the Sliced BBQ Beef mini plate and it came with white rice. All the food was good and portion wise was quite large. Servers were friendly and made sure we got everything we ordered before they closed the kitchen. I will definitely be back for more of their dishes, especially with the colder weather coming soon. Ramen bowls are a good antidote for the cold weather. read more

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This has been one of our favorites for a few years now. We have young children and the staff is always very accommodating. The chicken wings are incredible and we always get the dolsot bibimbap. Everything we've tried has been great and I'd recommend it to anyone. read more

I've been here several times over the years. It's good, not great, not the best offering of Korean cuisine but it's nearby and convenient. We came here around 8:30 on a weeknight. We ordered our food without a hitch but when we asked for more banchan, they said the kitchen is closed. I wish they had a last call for banchan. I later found out that they close at 9pm. Nobody told us that, we went by the times listed online - Yelp and Google both say it closes at 9:30. read more

Almost close to consistent. Great authentic Korean food! This is my go-to Korean restaurant in the East Bay. Every time I'm here I order the Dolsot Bibimbap with two different proteins. My only criticism would be the egg I order on top is almost always cooked through right when I receive my order. There are other Korean restaurants where I also order the Dolsot Bibimbap & the egg is not cooked through. Other than that, service is on point & the flavors are delicious. Can't wait to come back & possibly try a new dish! read more

Exceeded expectations with a varied menu and kind staff. Happy to see this kind of success locally.

Yum , what a great little Korean restaurant. Fried chicken wings with garlic soy sauce... omg this is probably the best Korean fried chicken I have ever had! The batter is ever so slight , so crispy with the garlic soy sauce! Bulgogi-- nice balanced flavor and has char grilled aroma Glass noodles with spicy pork -- great flavor on the pork. Noodles were perfectly cooked . Tofu stew was also very good. We ordered not spicy for my mom but would love to try their spicy version. A great find in Walnut Creek! read more

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Pleasantly surprised by Mixed Grains! I had always walked by this restaurant and never knew nor imagined it was a Korean restaurant. I wrongly assumed it was a salad place, hahah. A group of 6 of us had dinner here a few days prior to Christmas. Although we we did not have a reservation, they were able to accommodate our group within a few minutes. I ordered "The works" with thinly sliced beef and purple rice. The serving sizes are generous! The purple rice is unlike any other rice I've tasted before, fluffy and soft but not soggy! The vegetables added a nice crunch. The beef was marinated and cooked to perfection. Friendly staff, too. read more

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Excellent restaurant. One of the best in Walnut Creek for sure. Food is delicious, fresh - many healthy options. Very tasty. Always great and consistent - efficient service and good value. 5 stars!! read more

This is located in the heart of downtown Walnut Creek. So of course you will find parking. There's a couple of garage parking nearby. I love Korean cuisine, so I was happy to try this one. My go to dish is the KALBI ribs, I order it all the time at any Korean restaurant. My kalbi came out sizzling which is to be expected. It looked so beautiful I couldn't wait to take a bit of it. and it was good! It was hot, it was tender and oh so tasty. I loved all the side dishes but i wish they had more variety. Like anchovies with jalapeño and spicy potatoes (just a suggestion:)). Oh by the way we ordered crispy chicken wings with sweet and tangy sauce. I love it the chicken is so crispy outside and hot and tender inside and that's how these were, so good! My friend also ordered the bibimbop which had about 12 different kinds of ingredients. Serve over rice is a bed of spinach, mushroom, julienned carrots, and bean sprouts with seasonal vegetables and more. So Yumm! This is a good vegetarian option. Our server was nice, she kept our water cups filled. And gave us good recommendations on what to order. read more

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Mixed Grain has been around for a decade. We thought to give them a try being in the WC area. It's a very well lit, clean, and cozy spot for more western-friendly Korean dishes. We ordered (fried only) shrimp mandoo, mung-bean pancake, and potato croquettes...which I would pass on for the next time if we ever came back. It appeared to be the frozen store bought kind and not home made. My tofu soup w/ seafood was a bit lacking, not the usual chunks of seafood like shrimp/clams/squid I've grown accustomed to, and a few slices of zucchini and onions here and there. Flavor was good and had the standard Anchovy-Kelp Broth. Dolsot bibimpab was also standard...lots of veggies, minimal portion of protein, also the furikaki topping was odd and not so traditional. I believe this MG is a bit more fusion. The many more authentic Korean shops are in concord/pleasant hill a few exits down, but we wanted to try Mixed Grains since we were in the area and yelpers gave it a good review. Nice place, although we're more into nitty-gritty mom&pop places. Banchans we're good, esp the cilantro and purple diakon salads, nice pallet cleanser; kimchi was ripe and sour. Staff was great and very attentive! We truly appreciated all the refills and friendliness Kamsamnida! read more

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I really liked this place! The little dishes you get to start were yummy, and the food was too. We went for lunch when we were in the area for an appointment, and I'm glad we did. Food was good and fresh, and it was easy for vegetarians. Bathroom was clean and good. Would like to go back! read more

Collectively craving Korean food, my group came here for lunch on a Wednesday afternoon. The tables were mostly empty, so we were seated right away and offered steaming hot barley teas. I ordered the dolsot bibimbap with purple rice, and after about ten minutes, it arrived in a sizzling clay pot. The bibimbap came with a diverse variety of veg, and was served alongside doenjang jigae and a unique, definitely untraditional assortment of side dishes. I've never been offered kale kimchi at a Korean restaurant before, but I embrace any delicious change! Overall, the bibimbap was pretty good, but nothing to write home about. The jigae was also fine, but I appreciated the restaurant's gesture to include it with their bibimbaps. One thing that may be a pro/con (depending on your dietary habits) is that the prices between meat bowls and veggie only bowls are the same, so, generally, vegetarians pay the same for less food. read more

Mixed Grain - Veggie Only Dolsot Bibimbap - Korean Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

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The food was delicious but the service a bit in hurry because it was 21:17 and they closed at 21:30... read more

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What can I say? The food was scrumptious; the restaurant and bathroom were squeaky clean; the service was excellent; and they were Covid-safe. The only downside is it was a tiny bit expensive for lunch, but it was worth it. More specifics: - The server/hostess checked our vaccination cards upon seating. - Our food came super fast -- even my dolsot (bibimbop cooked in stoneware), which usually takes longer in other restaurants. - My salmon was cooked perfectly, but did cost an extra $4 for this protein, which I didn't see til later, so my dolsot was kinda pricey. - Beef short ribs (kalbi) was tender and juicy. - The kids rice plate was oh-so-cute with everything that makes a child want to eat, like purple rice shaped in a heart! - The service was great, even during lunch hour. The server checked on us and refilled our tea. The manager came to our table to see if we needed refills on the shared side dishes. If you've never been here, I highly recommend the dolsot because the crunchy rice around the bowl is *chef's kiss*! It was great to see a thriving mom-and-pop place with both great food and great service. read more

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Came here during a lunch and ordered a spicy ramen. It was a large bowl yes but it was noodles with bits of mushroom with one egg cracked in for $17+ dollars which was insane to me. There was no other protein or add ons besides the egg and ramen and beef broth. The ban chan was nice though and the waitresses are hard working. Probably won't be going back. read more