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Came here for a little late night bite. It was pretty busy when I went but didn't take too long to get seated. Personally felt the food was alright to me. The chicken was good which I liked. When I paid at the end, I somehow got overcharged and didnt realize until later. It seemed like they mixed my table up with someone else. They did get it sorted out for me when I called to ask about it.
This place is goated. It is open late night and serves a full menu. We ordered so many items, basically the whole menu and there wasn't one dish that disappointed us. Everything was very good. The staff were awesome and very friendly. They also have a nice outdoor seating area which we enjoyed quite a bit. Get the fried chicken and the ribs.
I was so excited to try Moon Pocha and it definitely delivered! I went for my birthday dinner recently and had an absolute blast. The waitstaff were super kind and peppy. Nice ambiance as well! Very dark lighting when you first come in but you'll get used to it. The food was absolutely fantastic, super hot, and definitely something I'm looking forward to eating again soon.
This place really subverted my expectations! As someone who is more familiar with mom-and-pop Korean spots, I wasn't sure if their fancier take on Korean dishes would hit but they actually do an amazing job. Everything we got was flavorful. You can taste the high quality ingredients in the dishes. My least favorite thing was surprisingly the Fried Chicken. It's good in the Chili Maple and Soy Galbi sauces but I've had better. The Spicy Teokbokki though...The best version I've had. Their fish cakes were next level. The Gochujang sauce was also super balance and punchy. 10/10. The Tsuran Lamb Bites was another unexpected hit! Meaty chunks of tender lambs covered in delicious cumin sauce. Lovely service, hip vibes. Staffs were super friendly and attentive. Bonus point for the unlimited complimentary rice as well.
We came here for Valentine's Day, no reservations but we were 3rd in line so sat down quickly. The place filled up quickly but service was prompt and our server was very attentive. The ambiance was good, definitely elevated casual. Food ordered: Tteokbokki - 9/10, perfectly chewy rice cakes, sauce was spicy and good consistency, and I'm not usually a fan of the fish cakes but these were delicious! Korean fried chicken - 8.5/10, ordered the soy garlic flavor. Good crunch on the outside and the sauce was flavorful. Beef Bulgogi - 6/10, this was probably my least favorite dish, the beef was a little tough and the flavor was too mild for my taste. Would pass on it next time. Kimchi: 7/10, was yummy and a huge serving! Just hate that I have to buy my banchan à la cart but that seems to be the trend. Our drinks were also really delicious! Don't remember the names. Overall I enjoyed my meal and the experience, so I will be back!
Came in for a nice Friday night dinner. Be warned, the music was loud! It felt like a tourist destination on spring break, even though it was the middle of winter. Not really my vibe. The terrible pop music was blaring loud, other than that the environment was nice. We had to wait a bit for a table for two so we just went to Holman's down the street for a pre-dinner drink. After about a 30' wait we ended up ordering the radish kimchi, jap-chae, and the 'lil' fire chicken along with a bottle of soju and beer to share. I liked the concept of the soju/beer Korean sharing culture as something new to try. As for the food - we loved the jap-chae! It was the best thing we ate. The radish kimchi was good, but beware if you can't handle much spice. It was a good appetizer but not for those with who are cautious of spicy foods. The chicken with corn was 'meh'. It was just a little bland. I think maybe the corn cheese just kinda took over the show, which to me was not particularly flavorful. Overall, an ok experience and at least a place to share a soju/beer with a friend.
Disclaimer: Maybe this was just an off day. I came here with a friend and pretty high expectations. Food: Beef Bulgogi Bowl (1/5) I love bulgogi, so this was disappointing. The broth had almost no flavor, and the beef was really tough, like it had been overcooked. I also tried some of the kimchi my friend ordered. It was much too spicy for my taste, though someone who likes very spicy food might enjoy it. Service: Fair. They ended up comping a dish that my friend didn't like, which we appreciated. Ambiance: Busy, but still easy to have a conversation. Works well for both pairs and small groups. Overall, I'm giving this 2 stars mainly because of the service. Without that, it probably would have been a 1-star experience for me.
I made Review #1100 for Moon Pocha PDX. I really have to stop stalking @ The Korean Momma's Instagram post hehe. I loved Korean Momma's Moon Pocha's reel and as usual I had to bookmark to check it out. We were on our way back from Seattle and so glad Moon Pocha had a late closing time. We found street parking around the block and walked in the freezing cold PDX weather. Moon Pocha is Portland's newest Korean pub-style restaurant located on NE 28th Avenue, they serve up authentic Korean style street food which includes Tteokbokki, Korean fried chicken, along with grilled pork belly/Bossam. It wasn't too busy when we arrived, which was about 11 pm, got a table right away and from seeing a few other Moon Pocha reels I had an idea of what I wanted to try, I went with my faves. Moon Pocha has a very hip, fun & inviting atmosphere. Our waitress ( forgot her name, moved from SF) was super cool, it was nice chatting with her, after we got our orders in and before we left. Our orders were Army stew, Jap-Chae and Creamy basil chicken. I think rice was unlimited servings but I am not sure if it is unlimited. We had our share of rice servings because it was so hard not to have rice with all this food, hehe. The only junk part is here at Moon Pocha, they don't provide ban chan, which I do miss this at a Korean spot! The food was good, enjoyed by us, but I do regret not ordering what the Korean Momma had. The creamy basil was interesting but good, first time I tried this style, the Jap Chae was on the sweeter side, which is fine since I miss eating this dish and the Army stew was yummy even though it was a simple dish to make! Moon Pocha closed only on Mondays and open from 4:30 pm-12 am on the rest of days. Great spot/vibe for late night dining, thank you for opening later, happy belly & Yes. I would visit again!
Service was fantastic--friendly and accommodating (we noticed cheese corn wasn't on the menu, but the waiter informed us they could still do it upon request). We were given little bags of Korean candy on our way out the door which was the cherry on top to already top notch service. Food was PHENOMENAL. This was a last minute pick because we came super close to the holidays without a reservation, so everywhere on this street was packed. We got the last large party table as walk ins. Garden croquette: ORDER THIS. Order for the insane basil sauce that it comes with and dip your crispy tofu in it too. Crispy tofu: Yum! Lots of arugula. I think the vegetarians would throughly enjoy this dish. Get the garden croquette too and mix the sauces. Beef bulgogi: There's some broth in the pan that is very light and flavorful. Yummmmm. Fried chicken: We got half and half sauces. Definitely recommend. Kimchi: Made in house and fresh everyday. A must. Cheese corn: Available upon request. Fantastic. It's evident we loved everything we ate here. The ambience was really lively but not too loud, and it was the perfect meal to share with a big group. We'll definitely be back!!
Food: 3/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Came here for late night bites. The food honestly looked better than it tasted, but the overall experience was still enjoyable. We came as a group of 3 with no wait, though the inside looked pretty full. The space has a dimly lit, cozy vibe great for hanging out and yap with your friends The service really stood out. The staff were friendly and gave us some recommendations since it was our first time dining in and checked in on us often. We ordered a little bit of everything to try: Spicy rice cake - it was not spicy at all but it was chewy and pretty good. Fried chicken we got half gochujang, half galbi soy - staff recs , it was very crunchy, which I liked but the flavors leaned quite sweet and weren't really my preference. Japchae- a solid dish and easy to share. We also got the bulgogi ( I forgot to take pic of) - this one surprised me. It was more like a soupy bulgogi and also on the sweeter side, which I wasn't a fan of. Overall, it's a good spot to hang out late at night, especially if you enjoy small bites with sweeter flavors. I'd still be open to giving this place another chance.
The restaurant is nice and the food is good. The customer service is excellent and they even pour the drink for you. The restaurant is good for a group less than six people because they are pretty small. I think this is the best for date night. The food is pretty flavorful, though the portion is a little bit smaller size I like fried chicken the most because they have a lot of different flavors that you can use. The pork belly bow is also pretty good even though it is a little bit spicy highly recommend for small party.
We walked in around open, so it was a smooth experience. Our server and the bartender were both great! The vibe is definitely club like... First impression is Korean bar/street food elevated and damn do they deliver! Brisket ramen was phenomenal! Fried chicken was the stuff of my dreams! The cucumber kimchi with spicy mustard was refreshing. I would eat all of them many times over! We will be back for more. Prices in line with 28th st, not cheap - the normal "ban chan" or side dishes are all individual dishes you pay for - even kimchi
Moon Pocha seems like Portland's best place for reasonably priced, elevated delicious bar food. The menu is extensive (both drinks and food) and the food comes out quick. There is indoor and outdoor seating. Things seem to get busy quick so plan accordingly! (They take reservations but we walked in for 2 a Friday 6pm)
Moon Pocha had been on my list for quite some time. I happened to be in the neighborhood one day, spotted the place, and immediately decided it was going to be my next meal out. And I kept that promise to myself. When we arrived, we were fortunate enough to find a table even though the place was packed. The seating isn't the most comfortable, especially for a format like this where you're likely to have multiple plates and dishes covering the table. Navigating around the table and squeezing in and out was a bit challenging, but thankfully we managed without spilling anything.The food, however, more than made up for it. We tried several different dishes and loved every single one. The dry-rubbed lamb was fantastic, and the tteokbokki was equally delicious. Service was good, and the food came out fairly quickly. For drinks, we tried the chamisul, which paired nicely with the meal. Another major plus is that they're open fairly late. There are always those nights after bar hopping when you're suddenly looking for somewhere serving good food well into the night, and this definitely feels like a place I'll be adding to my go-to list from now on. read more
5 months ago
Wow. Great food and service. Love the ambiance too. It's open late and reminds me of the street food I used to get in Seoul after a long night of drinking, er, studying. Fried chicken was awesome. Gochujang is always a must but that spicy maple one was good too. The tteokbokki had some good kick - would definitely get that again to clear the ole sinuses. read more
Came here for a little late night bite. It was pretty busy when I went but didn't take too long to get seated. Personally felt the food was alright to me. The chicken was good which I liked. When I paid at the end, I somehow got overcharged and didnt realize until later. It seemed like they mixed my table up with someone else. They did get it sorted out for me when I called to ask about it. read more
7 days ago
This place is goated. It is open late night and serves a full menu. We ordered so many items, basically the whole menu and there wasn't one dish that disappointed us. Everything was very good. The staff were awesome and very friendly. They also have a nice outdoor seating area which we enjoyed quite a bit. Get the fried chicken and the ribs. read more
I was so excited to try Moon Pocha and it definitely delivered! I went for my birthday dinner recently and had an absolute blast. The waitstaff were super kind and peppy. Nice ambiance as well! Very dark lighting when you first come in but you'll get used to it. The food was absolutely fantastic, super hot, and definitely something I'm looking forward to eating again soon. read more
This place really subverted my expectations! As someone who is more familiar with mom-and-pop Korean spots, I wasn't sure if their fancier take on Korean dishes would hit but they actually do an amazing job. Everything we got was flavorful. You can taste the high quality ingredients in the dishes. My least favorite thing was surprisingly the Fried Chicken. It's good in the Chili Maple and Soy Galbi sauces but I've had better. The Spicy Teokbokki though...The best version I've had. Their fish cakes were next level. The Gochujang sauce was also super balance and punchy. 10/10. The Tsuran Lamb Bites was another unexpected hit! Meaty chunks of tender lambs covered in delicious cumin sauce. Lovely service, hip vibes. Staffs were super friendly and attentive. Bonus point for the unlimited complimentary rice as well. read more
We came here for Valentine's Day, no reservations but we were 3rd in line so sat down quickly. The place filled up quickly but service was prompt and our server was very attentive. The ambiance was good, definitely elevated casual. Food ordered: Tteokbokki - 9/10, perfectly chewy rice cakes, sauce was spicy and good consistency, and I'm not usually a fan of the fish cakes but these were delicious! Korean fried chicken - 8.5/10, ordered the soy garlic flavor. Good crunch on the outside and the sauce was flavorful. Beef Bulgogi - 6/10, this was probably my least favorite dish, the beef was a little tough and the flavor was too mild for my taste. Would pass on it next time. Kimchi: 7/10, was yummy and a huge serving! Just hate that I have to buy my banchan à la cart but that seems to be the trend. Our drinks were also really delicious! Don't remember the names. Overall I enjoyed my meal and the experience, so I will be back! read more
Came in for a nice Friday night dinner. Be warned, the music was loud! It felt like a tourist destination on spring break, even though it was the middle of winter. Not really my vibe. The terrible pop music was blaring loud, other than that the environment was nice. We had to wait a bit for a table for two so we just went to Holman's down the street for a pre-dinner drink. After about a 30' wait we ended up ordering the radish kimchi, jap-chae, and the 'lil' fire chicken along with a bottle of soju and beer to share. I liked the concept of the soju/beer Korean sharing culture as something new to try. As for the food - we loved the jap-chae! It was the best thing we ate. The radish kimchi was good, but beware if you can't handle much spice. It was a good appetizer but not for those with who are cautious of spicy foods. The chicken with corn was 'meh'. It was just a little bland. I think maybe the corn cheese just kinda took over the show, which to me was not particularly flavorful. Overall, an ok experience and at least a place to share a soju/beer with a friend. read more
Disclaimer: Maybe this was just an off day. I came here with a friend and pretty high expectations. Food: Beef Bulgogi Bowl (1/5) I love bulgogi, so this was disappointing. The broth had almost no flavor, and the beef was really tough, like it had been overcooked. I also tried some of the kimchi my friend ordered. It was much too spicy for my taste, though someone who likes very spicy food might enjoy it. Service: Fair. They ended up comping a dish that my friend didn't like, which we appreciated. Ambiance: Busy, but still easy to have a conversation. Works well for both pairs and small groups. Overall, I'm giving this 2 stars mainly because of the service. Without that, it probably would have been a 1-star experience for me. read more
I made Review #1100 for Moon Pocha PDX. I really have to stop stalking @ The Korean Momma's Instagram post hehe. I loved Korean Momma's Moon Pocha's reel and as usual I had to bookmark to check it out. We were on our way back from Seattle and so glad Moon Pocha had a late closing time. We found street parking around the block and walked in the freezing cold PDX weather. Moon Pocha is Portland's newest Korean pub-style restaurant located on NE 28th Avenue, they serve up authentic Korean style street food which includes Tteokbokki, Korean fried chicken, along with grilled pork belly/Bossam. It wasn't too busy when we arrived, which was about 11 pm, got a table right away and from seeing a few other Moon Pocha reels I had an idea of what I wanted to try, I went with my faves. Moon Pocha has a very hip, fun & inviting atmosphere. Our waitress ( forgot her name, moved from SF) was super cool, it was nice chatting with her, after we got our orders in and before we left. Our orders were Army stew, Jap-Chae and Creamy basil chicken. I think rice was unlimited servings but I am not sure if it is unlimited. We had our share of rice servings because it was so hard not to have rice with all this food, hehe. The only junk part is here at Moon Pocha, they don't provide ban chan, which I do miss this at a Korean spot! The food was good, enjoyed by us, but I do regret not ordering what the Korean Momma had. The creamy basil was interesting but good, first time I tried this style, the Jap Chae was on the sweeter side, which is fine since I miss eating this dish and the Army stew was yummy even though it was a simple dish to make! Moon Pocha closed only on Mondays and open from 4:30 pm-12 am on the rest of days. Great spot/vibe for late night dining, thank you for opening later, happy belly & Yes. I would visit again! read more
9 months ago
Service was fantastic--friendly and accommodating (we noticed cheese corn wasn't on the menu, but the waiter informed us they could still do it upon request). We were given little bags of Korean candy on our way out the door which was the cherry on top to already top notch service. Food was PHENOMENAL. This was a last minute pick because we came super close to the holidays without a reservation, so everywhere on this street was packed. We got the last large party table as walk ins. Garden croquette: ORDER THIS. Order for the insane basil sauce that it comes with and dip your crispy tofu in it too. Crispy tofu: Yum! Lots of arugula. I think the vegetarians would throughly enjoy this dish. Get the garden croquette too and mix the sauces. Beef bulgogi: There's some broth in the pan that is very light and flavorful. Yummmmm. Fried chicken: We got half and half sauces. Definitely recommend. Kimchi: Made in house and fresh everyday. A must. Cheese corn: Available upon request. Fantastic. It's evident we loved everything we ate here. The ambience was really lively but not too loud, and it was the perfect meal to share with a big group. We'll definitely be back!! read more
Food: 3/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Came here for late night bites. The food honestly looked better than it tasted, but the overall experience was still enjoyable. We came as a group of 3 with no wait, though the inside looked pretty full. The space has a dimly lit, cozy vibe great for hanging out and yap with your friends The service really stood out. The staff were friendly and gave us some recommendations since it was our first time dining in and checked in on us often. We ordered a little bit of everything to try: Spicy rice cake - it was not spicy at all but it was chewy and pretty good. Fried chicken we got half gochujang, half galbi soy - staff recs , it was very crunchy, which I liked but the flavors leaned quite sweet and weren't really my preference. Japchae- a solid dish and easy to share. We also got the bulgogi ( I forgot to take pic of) - this one surprised me. It was more like a soupy bulgogi and also on the sweeter side, which I wasn't a fan of. Overall, it's a good spot to hang out late at night, especially if you enjoy small bites with sweeter flavors. I'd still be open to giving this place another chance. read more
The restaurant is nice and the food is good. The customer service is excellent and they even pour the drink for you. The restaurant is good for a group less than six people because they are pretty small. I think this is the best for date night. The food is pretty flavorful, though the portion is a little bit smaller size I like fried chicken the most because they have a lot of different flavors that you can use. The pork belly bow is also pretty good even though it is a little bit spicy highly recommend for small party. read more
We walked in around open, so it was a smooth experience. Our server and the bartender were both great! The vibe is definitely club like... First impression is Korean bar/street food elevated and damn do they deliver! Brisket ramen was phenomenal! Fried chicken was the stuff of my dreams! The cucumber kimchi with spicy mustard was refreshing. I would eat all of them many times over! We will be back for more. Prices in line with 28th st, not cheap - the normal "ban chan" or side dishes are all individual dishes you pay for - even kimchi read more
Moon Pocha seems like Portland's best place for reasonably priced, elevated delicious bar food. The menu is extensive (both drinks and food) and the food comes out quick. There is indoor and outdoor seating. Things seem to get busy quick so plan accordingly! (They take reservations but we walked in for 2 a Friday 6pm) read more
Moon Pocha is seriously a hidden gem in Portland. Super easy to miss if you're just driving by, but definitely worth finding. The food was honestly really good and the atmosphere was amazing. It feels more like a cozy date night spot for couples rather than a big group hangout. I went with a group of 6 and we ended up waiting about an hour to get seated. Even with the wait, the food and vibe made it worth it. Definitely recommend checking it out if you want good Korean food and a nice atmosphere. read more
Walked in on a random Friday, lucked out and got seated right away. Inside is nicely decorated and has tons of smaller tables (2-4 person tables) but they only do reservations for bigger groups. The tteokboki was good, just your traditional chewy rice cakes and fish cakes. The spicy pork was decent too but the veggie-to-pork ratio was off with way too many veggies and the seasoning didn't shine through as much. I was a bit disappointed because they didn't offer banchan or anything, and I didn't mind paying for premium banchan if it was worth. Ended up ordering the kimchi. Kimchi was mad salty (very fish sauce forward?) so make sure you order rice to balance out the saltiness. The service was ok but apparently it was someone's birthday so service was a bit slow. The waitress apologized and comped us free kimchi, so it was nice of her. We also had to ask for water. This place is pretty spendy for small portions of decent food and drinks. A bottle of soju was $20 so it was 3x or 4x, and it's usually only $15 at most places. read more
Ordered the Japchae, Army Stew, and Lil' Fire Chicken. Food: 4/5 Service: 5/5 Value: 3.5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 - Casual modern vibes Portions are smaller and on the "tapas" side which gives the value a lower rating. For an almost similar price, you could get more full sized portions at other Korean restaurants. Taste and flavor of the dishes are on par with other pochas and Korean restaurants in the Portland area so no complaints. I do like the creativity of the fire chicken by adding corn cheese to the dish. Service was friendly and attentive so no reason to mark off there. I enjoyed my experience and meal here, I'd come back again for the vibes and drinks, but I wouldn't be rushing back here for the food. read more
2 months ago
Food: 2/5 Got the spicy pork, dont get this dish. Its not really spicy pork, but pork in spicy sauce, making it soggy instead of juicy. Service: 5/5 Staff was friendly and nice, no complaints. read more
Portland is not a hotbed for Korean cuisine (#1), which makes Moon Pocha immediately appealing and a welcome addition to the NE scene. Their debut from earlier this year has resulted in serious following, giving rise to more Asian options in an otherwise hipstery neighborhood. After a recent night of bar hopping along this strip, my group and I wanted to keep the night going and made Moon the dinner destination that I won't soon forget. When I think of a pocha (#2) type scene, I'm imagining a late night spot with dimmed lights, old school KPop ballads music blasting in the background, with lots of anju-style foods being served in family style portions, with lots of flavored soju, drinking games, and endless *geonbae* cheers. While Moon has some element of this happening, it's hardly a traditional pocha. While it's been modded for the local scene, I'm a firm believer that any introduction is a good thing. The wait was around an hour, which meant more time for pre-dinner drinks and less waiting outside in the rain. Once the table was ready, I received a text and a phone call. The ambiance was busy and seating as manageable, without feeling too tight. Some initial curveballs included ordering Korean food with a non-Korean staff for the first time and being told banchan was a singular "featured" item for purchase, which is atypical but memorable no less. Pocha dining is all about sharing, which meant I ordered as many dishes as my small'ish table could handle. The end result was solid representation of the menu and what felt more like a Korean tapas experience than the larger pocha spreads that I've been spoiled by previously. While the portions were understandably modest, the good news was that the flavor for most everything was on point. We started off with some flavored apple soju and meokgolli, which the latter is my favorite thing in the pocha experience. While I long for fruit based soju (#3), this is not something in their arsenal (yet). Cucumber Mu Chim (오이무침 - $7) made for a nice crunchy starter, in which the mustard dressing and sesame oil paired well with the red radish. The Fried Chicken (뼈없는 치킨 - $15) was a nice boneless KFC style fried chicken covered in either gochujang, galbi soy, or creamy basil. The galbi soy did not disappoint. Odeng-Tang (꼬치어묵 - $14) consists of 4 fish cake skewers in sitting in an anchovy dashi broth with a house soy sauce. The end of the skewer was a fish ball, which felt a bit like eating hot pot ingredients but was tasty no less. Army Stew (부대찌개 - $18) i.e. budaejiggae is an essential in all pocha dining experiences. While the portion was a bit more on the personal size I did appreciate the semi-generous pilings of the kimchi, spam, bits of sausage and pork shoulder, along with solid chunks of tofu. Given everything we had ordered, this was not inherently a bad thing. Lil Fire Chicken (콘 치즈 불닭 - $18) was basically corn cheese buldak, which was a chicken thighs in a gochujang marinade over cheese gunked corn. While I'm no spice lord, I didn't find the spice to be overwhelming at all. This is one of the more pocha style comfort dishes that I tend to enjoy in large quantities. Black Snapper Gui (흑돔구이 - $21) was probably the most skippable dish of everything we ordered. While the black snapper filet had a nice crisp, the roasted garlic butter wasn't as detectable as I would have hoped. The mushroom medley was somewhat underwhelming, but the fish itself was solid but the portions weren't too substantial. Unsurprisingly, the best part of the meal was actually the staff. Our server, Chelsea, was bubbly, warm, and enthusiastic throughout the meal. She was as attentive as a server could be while injecting a lot of quality recommendations from start to finish. Chef Moon was also very attentive and offered my table a sampling of the some of their whiskey from their very active full bar. Lastly, the hostess, Chef Moon's wife, was welcoming and extremely sweet to my group and I. The staff alone is why I foresee a return trip in the near future. Hopefully by then, I'll be able to enjoy the rest of their menu. __________ (#1) At one point, it was Beaverton. All 3 places. (#2) Short for "pojangmachas" i.e. a covered wagon. 오케이? OK. (#3) Watermelon. All day. read more
Waited almost an hour on a Friday night. They gave us complementary soju shots, birthday shots for another customers birthday and a dessert beverage. Overall, I thought everything was delicious. Some favorites were the spicy pork, the fried chicken and the cucumbers. Least favorite was the lamb skewers. Japchae was pretty standard tasting. My biggest complaint and why I lean towards 4 stars instead of 5 stars is that there's no complementary banchan. I feel like it's crucial for this meal and there is no option to buy an assortment. The rice is complementary though. It's pretty loud but lively inside. read more
12 days ago
1 month ago
food was so good and perfect portions!! the server was super chill and listened to our recommendation when we said they needed to add the somaek towers! cant wait to come back! read more
Loved it. Price points and portions are fair. Their daily homemade kimchi is one of the best versions I've had, sauce is very thick. The cheese corn that's a side for many entrees is a winner. The star of the show were the croquettes, the sauce alone makes it worth it. Maybe order a side of rice with it. The Black Snapper was also a hit. The Gangnam Daepo cocktail with Yuzu was refreshing. Service was above average friendly and quick. Great place! read more
If there was half, I'd give it 3 1/2. Wanted to try this new Korean bar food place. I guess I'm too old school because while the food was ok, it was just ok. The duk bok gi was decent, the cucumbers were crunchy but lacked flavor and I've had better kfc chicken. The kimchi jigae was decent but nothing was really outstanding taste wise. The dishes are small so you have to order a few per person. The restaurant is really cute, loud and happening. I think this is a vibe place. The service was good, friendly. Overall, I might say this is trendy Korean food, but I'd go for drinks. read more
I love the ambience where people can come and enjoy some company with friends while eating and drinking. The service was spot on and the workers were very friendly and greeted my group with respect. We got a free pie in honor of thanksgiving. The food wirh phenomenal. We'll be back again for sure. read more
2 months ago
A friend was really excited to try this new place, and I was excited to join him. The menu has some tasty sounding items and it's a type of cuisine I'm excited to support any time I can. We got on the waiting list, then grabbed a drink nearby. They texted when the table was ready. Our table was the first one next to the door, which was fine but given all the traffic in and out of the place, the cold air wasn't super fun. Another table even asked to move at one point. Not their fault, but bring a coat if the weather isn't warm. The ambiance is cozy, and the service was good. Food came out really quickly. The food was good, but not mind blowing. The portions are kind of tiny, so the $$ adds up quickly. Drinks were mostly saki based, so I didn't partake that night. Liked it, but didn't LOVE it, but will likely return at some point to try some other menu items I didn't try the first time. read more
A Laurelhurst date nite spot on the busy 28th strip. Vibe ~ fresh modern clean, not divey like a typical "pocha". Fun bite-size Korean tapas menu. Pricey, so if you come hungry it will easily rack up $100+ and that is without cocktails. Flavors slightly bland, possibly to easy first timers into the culture. Fresh house made daily kimchi is great for those who avoid the fermented version. Would recommend as a late night stop for Soju and light intro to Korean street food. read more
We came in around 7:45pm on a Friday night and the wait was about 30 minutes for a table for two. We waited at the bar next door and they texted as soon as they were ready for us. The food was good and the options were really fun. We would have preferred bone in fried chicken but it was still delicious. We got both sauces on the side and the fav was the galbi soy sauce. Can't go wrong with any of the soups and then the Bulgogi pot was fantastic. Everything is perfect for sharing. Service is 5 stars! I only wish the lighting was dimmer to create more of a Friday night ambiance. read more
5 months ago
Super cute ambience, excellent service, delicious food on the lunch menu (Sun Pocha). Easy parking. Really enjoyed the entire experience. Will come back for dinner soon! read more
It's an elevated Korean pocha experience with flavors and dishes that are spot on! Delicious pork soup with rice that's comforting and perfect with alcohol or after alcohol, savory bulgogi (most places make it too sweet, but not here), seafood jeon (fritters), bossam or boiled pork belly, and don't sleep on the very unassuming but refreshing cucumber salad. The spot is great for small and big groups. The menu is crafted so you share many pocha-sized plates together. It's got a minimal modern feel with nods to the Korean pocha vibe in the form of vintage posters and small decor pieces. The drinks are so well executed and the staff is beyond friendly! read more
Such a fun place to come with friends to drink and eat! All the food hit and tasted super yummy! The cucumber had a horseradish flavor because of the mustard, which wasn't my favorite (my own preference), but overall, would definitely return to try more of the menu!! read more
A Korean pub takes a modern spin as Moon Pocha encapsulates that night out feeling with good food and drink pairings. Moon Pocha serves traditional foods with some dishes having a few spinoffs. The cheese corn was great alongside with a hot cup of odeng tang. The service was good and the place was dimly lit to mimic that bar feeling. The food was alright besides the cheese corn though. If you're around the area, definitely a place you should eventually try out! read more
Moon Pocha is a traditional and very modern fusion type Korean restaurant. While the menu is very modern, the flavors are very traditional. The portions are the largest so order family style and share! Prices weren't bad, a little expensive but what isn't now a days? The restaurant very nice inside. We sat inside as the outside seating was full. The service was prompt and great. I absolutely hate that they charge for banchan. As a Korean, that feels kind of illegal. read more
1 year ago
We were circling around Beaverton looking for late night dinner after we failed to secure a spot at Wok n Guys, and I remembered seeing a post on social media mentioning Moon Pocha is open late. We called to check on wait times and although they were slammed, the person on the phone was so kind and put us down for a table as long as we could get there in 30 mins. We high tailed it into downtown Portland and made it just in time! I love that the Army Stew is a smaller portion. Not everyone wants to share in a giant pot of Army Stew... the KFC was flavorful and not too greasy, but some pieces had some heavy breading. Pickles were great and I appreciate the variety of veg used. Can't go wrong with corn and cheese, and the Soju was a pretty good value compared to what I pay in Seattle. We were able to salvage our botched dinner plans thanks to Moon Pocha and enjoyed the tiny, bustling space. Need to come back and try more items! read more
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28 NE 28th Ave
Portland, OR 97232
Kerns, Northeast Portland
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