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I honestly don't understand why this place has so many good reviews. Maybe the free soda for leaving a Yelp review has something to do with it. I ordered Combo #6, which is $30.99. The soup was okay, although the color looked unusually white and a little strange. The soondae itself was good, but the pork that came with it had a very odd smell and taste. It tasted almost sour, or like pork that was starting to go bad. I've tried soondae and pork soup at many different Korean restaurants, and normally the pork has a nice, savory pork flavor. The pork here tasted noticeably off. I don't know if it wasn't handled properly or if something was wrong with it.
Highly recommend! Went here late on a Sunday and found it to be busy but we still got a seat. Food- very delicious high quality soups. We were feeling the stews and got ox tail bone broth which was some of the best we have had. Very deep in flavor. Bon chon was excellent and plentiful. I can't wait to come back and try more items on the menu. Ambiance- nice place for small groups. They could probably accommodate large groups but I think this place is better with a smaller group to fit at most of the tables. Can't wait to come again
The restaurant was packed for a Friday evening which is a lovely sign. The spicy soodae guk was 10/10. They cooked (literally) with the broth and the portions. However, please never get the spicy beef bone with kimchi. It was horrible. It was incredibly sweet and we can tell that there was no attention to this dish despite it being advertised on the wall. The meat on the short rib was not tender and so chewy. Almost like a dog treat. I would come back for soondae guk but would avoid the large dishes.
I met a friend here for dinner and was really glad I did. Once seated they gave us some banchan. We were overwhelmed with their menu because they intestines, live seafood, soups, fresh soondae, and so much other good things. We also couldn't decided if we wanted a combo or not. The waitress helped us decide. We ended up getting a combo of the small and large intestine and a spicy pork belly soup for two people. The intestines were good and I highly recommend it. It comes out in hot stone on top of flames. The spicy pork belly soup was my favorite though. It came with some rice and was very flavorful and comforting. We got some soju as well and had a great meal. I would love to come back and try their fresh octopus and seafood. The inside is very casual. We had a early dinner and it got very busy once we were done and leaving. I cannot wait to come back.
FREE PARKING Little plaza with free parking SERVICE Excellent service, quick to get seated, friendly! INSIDE Clean tables and bathroom! FOOD Delicious! Came here for a late night grub on a weekday and the seafood pancake was the best one I've ever had, FILLED with seafood, shrimp, and shredded crabmeat. Perfectly crispy but chewy inside with nice pinch of salt. BANCHAN Love me lots of Banchan - kimchi, radish, salted leeks, onions with bean paste. PORK BELLY got the small size and it was perfect for 2 people, came with fresh cabbage and a hearty thin slice of pumpkin. OVERALL Def come and try their amazing seafood pancake, hearty soups, and much more. They had combo deals and so much on their menu to try!
I really wanted to like this place esp because I was looking for my go-to spot to satisfy my intestines craving. Unfortunately this place missed the mark and made me realize that I'm okay with doing the drive to Buena Park for intestines going forward. The servers were nice.. and the food came out quickly, and the intestines were good but wow.. this place is very overpriced for what you get. The side dishes were just sad. It was just a few kimchi dishes, raw onions and chives. I've had places that give way better variety. Along with that the intestines were just intestines with garlic and chives and came with a dipping sauce. It didn't come with any other sides of veggies to wrap or eat the intestines with. No steamed egg.. no soup.. Portions weren't big either. We ordered the cold noodles and that didnt taste particularly great either. It was mediocre. The packaged ones at the market that I make at home are better. A bummer that I don't plan on being back due to all of this. Hoping they make some upgrades in the future to justify their prices.
Came here for a family dinner on a Friday night, and we were lucky enough to get seated right away! By the time we left around 7:30 PM, there was already a wait, so I'd definitely recommend coming a little earlier if you don't want to wait. For our family of four, we ordered three dishes to share: Medium Steamed Pork BellySpicy Beef Rib Stew with KimchiSpicy Cold Noodles Everything we ordered was really tasty! The steamed pork belly was probably my favorite. When it first came out, I thought it looked a little plain and bland, but I was completely wrong. The pork was flavorful, tender, and had more taste than I expected. We ordered the medium size, and it was a good portion for the four of us to share. The spicy beef rib stew with kimchi was HUGE! There was a generous amount of beef, and the stew was comforting and flavorful. It was a little sweeter than I expected, but still really good. Definitely a dish that is great for sharing, especially with a bowl of rice. The spicy cold noodles were such a refreshing contrast to the other dishes. They were cold, tangy, spicy, and perfect for cleansing the palate between bites of the richer pork and beef dishes. I especially enjoyed these because they weren't too heavy. Overall, we really enjoyed our dinner here. The portions were generous, everything came out tasty, and it felt like a great place for a casual family meal. We would definitely come back, especially for the steamed pork belly and spicy cold noodles.
The cold noodles were so refreshing, but I like the spicy ones a little more. The spicy version wasn't too spicy, just the perfect level for me since I can't handle a lot of spice. The deep fried dumplings were delicious. The soondae was also really good and didn't have any gamey taste like other ones i've had before. There's a good amount of seating inside, and the service was friendly and welcoming. I'll definitely be back to try more of their dishes!
Three and a half stars if Yelp allowed such a thing. Three feels a little mean. Four feels a little generous. Welcome to the tyranny of whole numbers. Moobongri is one of those restaurants where the meal never quite settled into a single opinion for me. Some of it was excellent. Some of it was merely there. A few things actively fought back. Start with the galbitang, because that's the reason I'd come back. This was terrific. The broth had real depth without being assaulted by salt, which is harder to get right than people think. The beef short rib was beautifully cooked, tender enough to pull apart without surrendering completely into mush and they give you the scissors and tools to get in there properly. On a cold day, a bad day or one of those days when you just want somebody to put an enormous bowl of beef and broth in front of you and leave you alone, I would happily order this again. The rest of the meal was considerably less disciplined. The soondae itself had moments where I understood exactly why this place has a following. Rich, savory, deeply satisfying. Then I'd get another piece where the casing gathered up as I chewed until I was left negotiating with something resembling a very determined rubber band. Same problem with the squid in the cold noodles. Great flavor, initially pleasant chew and then eventually you're still chewing while everyone else at the table has moved on with their lives. The soondae-guk had a good broth underneath it all, but our mix of organ meats was intensely gamey. I like offal. I don't need it disguised as something else. But there's a point where funk starts taking over the room and this crossed it for me. The cold noodles themselves were very good. Spicy, refreshing, plenty going on and I'd probably order them again despite the squid. The banchan was more uneven. The napa kimchi was fine, although it tasted a little tired. The kkakdugi was extraordinarily salty. Not "Korean food has seasoning" salty. Salty enough that I stopped eating it. The onions were similarly inconsistent. Some crisp and exactly what you want between bites of all that meat, others looking and tasting as though they'd been sitting around waiting for us. Rice was rice. It arrived. It performed its contractual obligations. Service didn't help the overall impression. Early on we asked for a few additional bowls and got a reaction from one of the servers that felt unnecessarily irritated. I actually asked my wife afterward if I'd misread it. She's Korean, I'm not. Apparently I hadn't. Nothing catastrophic happened and nobody ruined our meal, but hospitality is often made out of very small gestures and so is the absence of it. The room itself is lively and can get loud. That doesn't bother me much at a Korean soup restaurant. I wasn't expecting a monastery, but between that and the uneven service, this isn't somewhere I'd come for serenity. And yet, that galbitang. That's the irritating thing about Moobongri. There was enough inconsistency here that I can't give the whole experience four stars, but there was enough good cooking that I already know I'd come back. Next time I'd order more selectively, get the galbitang, give the soondae another shot and see whether we simply caught a few things on an off day. Sometimes three stars means mediocre. This isn't that. This is three stars because somewhere inside an uneven meal was a very good restaurant trying to get out.
Super authentic Korean restaurant. Great service and a good little spot to enjoy a meal and a few bottle of soju with your friends. So many dishes i wanted to try but we got a good selection when we were there. Would come again.
What an amazing Korean hidden gem in Irvine! The food was authentic, savory and delicious. I felt like the food was cooked by a family member. My favorites were the steamed pork and seafood pancake. The staff were friendly and attentive. The ambiance is casual and comfortable. They do have limited tables so come early before the crowd gets here. Highly recommended!
Great soondaeguk, and the banchan hit the mark -- all were well seasoned with variety in flavours (the default spice in kimchi was nice and crunchy, some nutty sesame oil salted chives, and refreshing onion bites). I do wish they had the option for some purple rice, I suppose it makes me feel more healthy/korean lol.
Love that this place is open late ~ arrived at 11pm for a late night bite. Seafood pancake and pork belly soup was 5/5. So hearty and warm and so flavorful! You can salt the pork soup to your liking. The spicy beef and veggie soup was 3/5. Not bad but would skip next time. Felt like it was too overloaded with veggies/bean sprouts. Banchan was really fresh.
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Delicious lunch ! Local favorite! Short wait outside, don't open the door to go in, sign the waitlist that is a sheet of paper right outside the door, they are using every bit of space to enjoy delicious food! Great variety! Ben loved the short ribs, yummy broth and rice and I loved the dumplings. Friendly service. Banchan perfect read more
2 months ago
its always a good time here!! Service is fast and friendly. The food is so so good. I go here when i'm craving soondae or intestines!! they also offer live octopus if anyone is craving that!! I love the side dishes that they offer here, especially the radish kimchi. read more
6 months ago
Always come here for their Galbitang and their banchan. The service is great, they are always happy to refill your banchan and love the flavor and depth of their galbitang. This place is 5 min drive from me so it's my go to for this particular soup! read more
I am still on a hunt for an authentic and tasty Korean place in Irvine and sadly I don't think I've found it yet. As a Korean, and as I really wanted Moobongri to because the people are so nice but I knocked two stars because of taste. Again, the service is really nice and attentive AND they are fluent in both Korean and English. I went to Moobongri and ordered their soondae, pork kimchi stew and spicy beef rib stew. The side dishes were okay - the kimchi was sweet which is a huge miss for me. The soondae was mostly just clear noodles, not much flavor but I did like the salt that came with it. I usually opt for the salted shrimp dipping sauce but it didn't taste good because it had an interesting gamey taste. The kimchi pork stew was sweet as well. I guess an overarching theme for this place is that most of their dishes are just too sweet. read more
Love the gob Chang, it's fresh and delicious. Galbi is great as well, very tender and juicy. High quality meat. The blood sausage is just Ok, not really special. It's a little too bland for me. This place is clean and doesn't have that heavy food smell. Many Koreans eat here, which tells me the food must be good and authentic, right ? Servers are friendly and tentative. If they are busy, you can wave at them and they will get what you need right away. read more
Absolutely loved this place. The food was fresh, flavorful, and came out hot with great presentation. Every dish tasted authentic and made with care. The meats were tender, the banchan had amazing variety, and everything was seasoned perfectly. Service was just as impressive--friendly, attentive, and welcoming from start to finish. The staff made sure we had everything we needed and checked in often without being intrusive. The restaurant was clean, comfortable, and had a great atmosphere for both family dinners or a casual night out. You can tell they take pride in quality and customer experience. Definitely one of the best Korean spots in the area. Looking forward to coming back again soon. read more
1 year ago
The wait was a bit longer than anticipated for a week night but nothing ridiculous. The inside ambiance is casual, clean, and quiet. Service is relatively fast though. Ordered the Bossam (size small) which was the perfect size. Came with green cabbage, Napa, kabocha, bean sprouts, a few mushrooms. Overall was yummy to eat - especially with other banchan. Also ordered the spicy pork belly soup which was yummy (putting the little shrimp in was extra delicious!) didn't try the soondae this time but intrigued to try it next time! :) read more
Called ahead, wasn't too busy. They prepared a table for us ahead of time as we were about 5m away. They have a variety of different Korean dishes but as the name states, they seem to be known for their soondae. Food was amazing! Didn't disappoint and there were so many foods I wanted to try, will definitely be coming back for more. read more
5 months ago
The food was mediocre, but the service was one of the worst I've experienced. Especially from this guy. The restaurant wasn't busy, yet we sat for nearly 20 minutes before our server finally came to our table, despite me trying to get his attention multiple times. When our food arrived about 30 minutes later, I asked for rice at least five times and was completely ignored. I eventually had to ask other employees because our server never followed through. What made the experience even more frustrating was that it felt like we were invisible until I started speaking Korean. As soon as I spoke Korean, the staff suddenly acknowledged us and became responsive. The difference in treatment was hard to ignore. Between the long waits, lack of attention, and poor service throughout the meal, this was a very disappointing experience. There are plenty of other Korean restaurants with better food and far better customer service. I won't be coming back. read more
7 months ago
OMG! This is sooooo good! We order stream pork, large intestine and abomasum BBQ, both of them are delicious. The waitress is really polite too. read more
omg one of my fave korean restaurants in irvine!! i my go to is always the beef soup which is so comforting and hearty! this time i also tried the galbi which was soooo goood! not cloyingly sweet or burnt which is something i run into other korean spots! their soondae is always to die for and pairs so nicely with either their soup or just a side of rice! also love the free refills on the ban chan ! read more
I got the pork belly soup and split the chal soondae plate with a friend. The portion size was large and it felt enough for two servings. There is also a lot of meat in the soup. The broth was lighter and not as fatty as other soondaeguks I have had. I personally would have preferred it to be slightly more fatty, but if you prefer more watery broths, you may like this. The soondae was also thinner and smaller than other soondaes I have tried. The amount was definitely plenty for two people. I really enjoyed the taste of the kimchi ban chans. The kimchi is on the saltier side which I prefer. The place was slightly busy at night and had to wait around 10 minutes. It can also get slightly loud. Other than that, the service was quick. read more
4 months ago
Always a great spot to come after a night out. They're also open super late, which is a nice treat for the Irvine area. Open until 12am M-TH, SU and 1am F-S. So comforting having piping hot soups to order. The dumplings and soondae are also delicious as well. They have a variety of seafood as well that I'm coming back to try next time. Great service. read more
7 months ago
Authentic Korean eatery that specializes in Soondae. The first thing I noticed upon entering was that most of the customers were Korean. It's a small and relatively clean shop. Came on a Saturday around 8:30 PM. Most tables were filled, but we were seated immediately. Our dishes came pretty quickly and all requests were fulfilled promptly despite only 2 staff waiting tables. The staff speak Korean and English. Standard complimentary unlimited sides. I especially liked the Napa kimchi. They provide ice cold water but if you ask for warm water, they will give you warm barley tea, which I personally enjoyed. Our party of four ordered soondae soup, beef short rib soup (aka galbi tang), beef soup, seafood pancake, and short rib bbq. Prices are pretty standard but portion sizes were a bit smaller. They couldn't find the bbq short ribs on the menu as a stand alone item, but allowed us to order it anyway. I enjoyed my soondae soup. The broth was milky and there was a decent portion of meat (mostly blood sausage and innards). However, some pieces of soondae tasted overcooked. Tip: for these types of soups, you add salty and pepper to taste. I just kept adding kimchi till it was to my desired salt level. My friends liked everything else, but one felt like the pancake was on the dry side. Plenty of parking in the lot. read more
Great comfort food that always hits the spot. Moobongri is one of those reliable places I come back to when I want something deeply flavorful and satisfying. The spicy short rib with veggies soup is the star of the show: rich, hearty broth with a deep peppery kick, tender chunks of beef short rib, and a generous amount of both vegetables and ribs that soak up all the spice and flavor. It's the kind of soup that warms you from the inside out, was just what I needed after a week of traveling. Their kimchi is top notch, perfectly fermented with a bold, tangy crunch that complements the richness of the stew. You can tell it's house-made with care, and it really elevates the whole meal. The portions are generous with a lot of meat in the soups. Service is quick and efficient and the atmosphere is casual and cozy, which is ideal for a solo comfort meal or a laid-back dinner with friends. read more
Moonbongri is one of my longtime favorites -- I've been a fan of this restaurant brand since living in Ktown (RIP Moobongri BBQ), and I'm so glad to have this location nearby. My wife and I came here for a Friday date night and decided to switch it up from our usual soondaeguk and try the gopchang and makchang instead. It was really good! The banchan was also great (we even asked for a refill), and we got the haemul pajeon as well, which was crispy, flavorful, and perfectly done. Service was great -- attentive but not overbearing -- and the quality of the food really stands out every time we visit. The restaurant is on the smaller side, but they can still accommodate larger groups. Plus, parking is super easy with plenty of spaces available. If it's your first time, definitely try the soondaeguk or dwejigukbap -- it's what they're known for and they do it really well. But if you're in the mood for something different, the gopchang is a solid pick. Can't recommend this place enough! read more
I was craving soondae and intestine bbq, so I had to hit up Moobongri which serve both. This was a very satisfying meal which hit spot perfectly. Small intestines and large intestines: (4/5) Medium comes with only two choices (the only bummer). It is a good portion for two people. I love that the small intestines come in long pieces which keep the stuff inside. Large intestines are very savory but can be a bit too fatty. A bit on the expensive side, but both are very good quality. Soondae soup: (5/5) The soup itself was thick and flavorful, and it had generous amounts of soondae and other innards. Not a lot of side dishes, but I really loved their radish kimchi. Came for Saturday night, but there was no wait and had easy parking. I am adding this place to my "will come back list" for their soondae soup. read more
1 year ago
Moobongri is also one of the few places that opens late. The sondae soup is very flavorful. The cheese katsu is crunchy, but I feel like it's not quite there yet. I really enjoyed the live octopus. It still moves while you are munching on it. It's almost like you are playing with your food. I do want to come back to try the intestines. I wasn't a huge fan of their service. Very lackluster and not friendly. This does make the ambience a little hard to enjoy the food properly. And As Always, NOM 4 LIFE! read more
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Food was so delicious! We ordered the Beef Tendon Soup, Spicy Soondae Soup, and Steamed Pork Belly (Small). Every dish was spot on in terms of flavor, portion, and wait time. The banchan was perfectly fermented, paired perfectly with all the food we ordered. Service was great! They were all friendly, attentive, and helpful, even though they were really busy. Highly recommend and will definitely be back regularly from now on. read more
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Delicious food, huge selection. Staff treats you like family here. I would definitrly come back and try other things as portions are fair and generous. read more
11 months ago
Best Korean soup and pork belly Banchan is great too. Very flavorful, homemade Service is freindly read more
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The food is great. Especially the soup. I highly recommend to come over here for a lunch or dinner. read more
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Best soup and pancakes ever! Everything was delicious. I'll definitely come back! I had a great time read more
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