For a quick weekday meal (somewhere between lunch and dinner), I returned to Woojeon. This time, I…read moreordered the Soondaeguk (blood sausage stew, $15.99), received my number, waited 5 minutes, and receiving order. The stew itself was quite packed with offal and blood sausage, and even a few pieces of lung. It also arrived piping hot. The broth, however, proved underwhelming. While spicy, it lacked depth of flavor. The entree came with a bowl of rice, bean sprouts, kimchi, and roasted seaweed laver. I surprisingly liked the kimchi. It was savory and not too tangy. Consider it's a food court, I won't penalize the presentation or diminutive banchan size too much. However, the stock needs work.

Enjoyed the stone bowl bibimbap here, keeps the food nice and hot and yields crispy rice! It was a…read morebit light on the beef, but good portions of veg. Banchan is broth, kimchi, bean sprouts and roasted seaweed - the kimchi was pretty good, wished the bean sprouts had more flavor. I came around 4:30pm so there were plenty of tables available. The guy who took my order was pretty quiet and handed me a pager. It went off about 15 mins after my order. Would definitely return to get my bibimbap fix!

Family establishment! Been around for a long time, and I used to work in the area and eat here with…read moremy partners and team. Decided since we were in the area, the lady and I would give it a go! Still the best available in the area IMO for non-AYCE traditional style. They cook it for you so if you aren't KBBQ savvy, they got you! The wife is awesome she's usually very sweet and cooks your meats perfectly. The hubby, haha he always seems grouchy but no issues. Service is quick and space and tables are ample. The meat cuts are plenty, always go with Kalbi, spicy pork, jap chae appetizer. Of course you also get plenty of banchan to supplement your meal! Will def come back again!

This is a nice antidote to what way TOO MANY "Asian" restaurants are like in the greater Boston…read morearea: slick, prettified and exoticized decor, inflated pricing and mediocre, bland and generally dumbed-down tourist food. This place is none of those things---the interior is simple and dare I say, well worn. But that's the whole point, you feel like you're in an authentic immigrant family restaurant, which it appears to be---a very very sweet and kind lady seems to be the only server in this place (we went on a weeknight, so maybe on a Friday/Sat/Sun it's more crowded and there are more staff) and her husband mans the cash register by the door. Old school! Food is solid and authentic, and refreshingly gimmick-free. What you see is what you get. Shockingly, the prices are about the same as in the Korean places in the food court at H-Mart down the road in Burlington...but you get more and better quality food! And they don't appear to have an alcohol license, which is kind of a good thing because they don't try to upsell you with their drink menu, which in Asian restaurants tend to be pretty lousy mass-market water-beers (sometimes just with Asian labels on similar swill) at craft-beer prices anyhow. Bimbibap was quite unique: rice was served on a separate bowl, while the actual main bowl was full of veggies and meat and egg. Very nice contrast to most places' bimbibap being 80% rice and 20% veggies/meat. Came with a small side of miso soup. UPDATE, one week later: Came back to try out the Korean BBQ. For 3 people, we ordered 3 of the BBQ menu items, came out to a reasonable $100 or so before tip since we just had the complimentary toasted brown rice tea (hyeonmi-cha) and ice water. It was just the right amount of food for an evening meal (more voractious eaters would probably want an additional 1-2 dishes) and the lady came to our table to cook the food for us, ensuring that nothing would be overcooked. The short rib was easily the best, followed by the bulgogi, and the squid with pork belly and veggies was pretty good not great (it was interestingly cooked over the open flame on a square of aluminum foil). Everything was perfectly marinated, tender and juicy. Ventilation was good, so our clothes did not reek of roasted meat afterwards---some places have weak fans, this one did not. Service was again impeccable, gracious and speedy...very nice warm vibes, not cold or perfunctory like some places. Will definitely be coming back for more!

It was a cold wet day, we took a trip down and were the first party at dinner opening! We spent…read moresome time in the book store next door until then! Accessible by bus (stop is right outside) or street parking if you drive. Our server was super nice and attentive! Thank you first of all! We ordered the following dishes: +Kimchi seafood pancake - overall profile nice, different look then I've seen but flavor profile was fine for me, messy and fell apart but many places are like that no biggie scoop em up! +Spicy beef stew with glass noodles and rice. Flavorwise, well seasoned broth enjoyed it on a cold day, wish it was actually spicy. Pork bulgogi, I'm usually accustomed to gochujang chili paste style with onions and carrots but they have a different take. It was more a tangy sweet bbq or teriyaki style with a load of bean sprouts (i personally hate bean sprouts not that i can't eat it haha) not my cup of tea tho. Overall thank you for the meal and the great service. Dishes didn't hit it out of the park for me. All the best!

We're always looking for a new Korean spot to try & the other day, we decided to venture out to…read moreArlington to try WooRi! I believe this is a family-owned establishment, offering Korean cuisine. We arrived slightly before they opened back up for dinner, & ended up being their first customers for the evening. Throughout our entire meal, we had the same server who helped us... she was very nice & sweet! We ended up ordering these three dishes to try: -kimchi seafood pancake -spicy beef stew -pork bulgogi Thoughts: So, I was reading some reviews before coming here & I was kind of shocked that they charge extra if you want banchan here lol. I've never seen this before. Anywho, didn't end up getting banchan to try. All the dishes took around 10-20 min to arrive, with the kimchi seafood pancake being served to us first. I personally enjoyed it! It was crispy on the edges/crust but it was a little hard to eat only because it kept falling apart on us. For the pork bulgogi (grill), we were expecting the usual gochujang + gochugaru w/ carrots + onions on a skillet. This was simply served on a white plate w/ a bunch of bean sprouts. We were not expecting there to be bean sprouts at all lol & the menu does not include descriptions for any of their dishes, other than the alert server of any allergies. We're not allergic to bean sprouts by any means, but do not enjoy eating them. It was a bit unexpected since we've never experience this dish being cooked this way. Aside from the bean sprouts in the pork bulgogi, I would say this dish was overall not a hit for us. The flavor profile was similar to teriyaki sauce? Not exactly sure but just ended up not being anything we envisioned. Now, as for the spicy beef stew, I enjoyed the flavor! It came with glass noodles & a side of rice. Portion sizes were average & on par with other Korean spots in MA, in my opinion. I would say, one thing I wished was if everything was spicier. We found all the dishes to be very mild in spice. Overall, I would say 3/5. It unfortunately didn't hit the spot for us. The prices were also on the higher side. Normally it wouldn't matter if the flavors were there for us but I don't think we will be returning any time soon. Perhaps maybe in the future to try their sundubu jjigae/tofu soup as I see great reviews for that dish from here. Parking: street parking

This Vietnamese place is inside the Hmart food court. The menu covers all the basics, nothing too…read morespecial, but most of the staples are there. The food court's always packed with people hanging out, so finding a seat is a hassle. I usually just take it to go. Parking's usually fine unless you show up midday on a weekend. Then good luck. Special Beef Soup- I actually got this one for my nephew, but he wasn't into it, so I tried it myself. Have to agree with him. The broth was light, but lacked flavor. The meats: sirloin, tripe, flank, meatballs were fine. Vietnamese Spring Rolls (3)- Fried with shredded carrots, bean noodles, ground pork and chicken. The shell had a nice crunch, but the filling was bland and underseasoned. Lemongrass Chicken Vermicelli- Comes with lettuce, pickled carrots and daikon, mint, fried onions, peanuts, vermicelli, and fish sauce. The fish sauce helps, but I wasn't a fan of the chicken marinade. Overall Service: I usually end up circling the food court and somehow wind up here, mostly because it's the only Vietnamese stall. The lady here is nice. Truthfully, the food's not that good. Last time, I ordered summer rolls and they forgot them. Didn't realize until I got home. Such a bummer.

The food court in H Mart Burlington has many options. I've only had Woojeon Korean Cuisine…read morepreviously in this food court, so I tried Pho Ever Chicken this time. I ordered A4. Shrimp Summer Rolls ($9.25) and C11. Grilled Pork Vermicelli ($17.25) to go and was given a pager. Though it was a busy Saturday afternoon, food was ready in about 10 minutes. Everything was packed in its own container. The shrimp summer rolls were wrapped in plastic food wrap and a container of peanut sauce complimented it. The summer rolls were packed with lettuce and had good taste. The grilled pork vermicelli was very filling. The vermicelli noodles were topped with grilled pork, lettuce, cucumber, sweet daikon radish and carrots, mint, fried onions, and peanuts. A container of house fish sauce was on the side. The grilled pork had good flavor, but it was cut into tiny strips and some were burnt. I wish it had more grilled pork. There was a lot of lettuce, but everything especially with the fish sauce on top, was tasty and delectable. Pho Ever Chicken is a great option in the food court. I am interested in trying their pho next time.

Stopped in for lunch and had a great banh mi…read more Vibe: There's a good mix of 2 person and 4 person tables. Order at the counter, can use a kiosk, take a number and they serve you at your table. Service: Food came out pretty quick Food: Got the caremalized pork banh mi, and it was very good. The pork had great texture but not much caramelization flavor, had a bite of my partner's BBQ beef and it was a lot more flavorful. The veggies were super fresh. The bread was nicely toasted. Good sized sandwich, very filling. Value: At $13 I'd say this was good value for the portion and quality Accessibility: The turn in to the parking lot can be a little tricky with traffic but there is ample parking. No stairs/steps to enter. Overall really enjoyed getting lunch here and would return.

This is a delightful find in Woburn! A fast casual spot, customers can order via kiosk or with a…read morestaff member. They will bring out the food based on your number card. Food comes out quick and out. I recommend the combinations if you are dine in because you get an appetizer and a main dish. The Saigon Eats combo ($26 w/o tax) includes (2) Chicken Wings, (1) Spring Roll, (1) Eggroll * (2) Crab Rangoon, 1/2 Bánh Mì Cold Cut & Small Phở Combination. This can easily feed two people. Otherwise, combo D ($18 w/o tax) is great as it includes chicken wings, egg rolls, and a small pho. The dining room has tables for 2, 4, and 8 people. There is one bathroom for women and one bathroom for men.

Yummyyyyy!!! This place is sooooo good that I've been here 2x in the last 2 weeks, and I don't even…read morelive in the area. Love that this is conveniently located in the mall. Good food and shopping ... what could be better?! The food is cravable. For being fast food, it really tastes like quality with amazing flavors. I highly recommend this place. The price is a little expensive for fast food, but honestly, it's so worth it!!! Regarding service and ambiance, the place itself looks super clean. They even have one of those fancy ice machines. Everyone I've ordered from has been extremely friendly and helpful. Can't wait to go back!!!

Located inside the Burlington mall food court, I decided to try this place out for the corn dog and…read moreended up getting a few other things to try. Along with the sweet potato corn dog, we also got sweet chili bites and the ribbon fries and toppings. The service was fairly quick as we came after the lunch rush. The sweet potato on and breading was crispy and sweet from the sugar. The sweet chili chicken bites came with tebokki and we're crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. My favorite were the crispy ribbon fries, but they were definitely on the oily side. The eel and kimchi were great toppings that added different flavor profile to the dish. Overall, a great pick from the food court.

SO HAPPY I REWARDED MYSELF, THIS PLACE IS SPECTACULAR. BAHN…read moreMI It all starts with the bread, was it crunchy? Was it light? was it tasty? Hell yeah! Then the ingredients took over. One of the jobs of a restaurant is to surpass customer's expectations. My experience with Bahn Mi has been more of a street food place. I have passed by this place many times thinking it was "too cute" to be legit. This place blew It out of the park. As a first timer I took longer than I should have at the kiosk to order and pay, but next time I will be ready. inexpensive? No but well worth it. This is a very special spot Congratulations, sorry I'm late for party. NOW IF I COULD MAKE THE ROLLS LIKE THAT ID BE RICH.

Tasty but oh so expensive. I have the privilege of living near Boston and have options for pho and…read morebanhmi but for the Burlington area- I think this is a solid choice. This is the most expensive banhmi I have ever ordered and while tasty, it's not mind blowing. The pho was also good but for $25, I have complaints that the noodles were a bit over done and broke into small pieces when we got it. The service was quick- perfect for lunch during the middle of a work day and has enough seating to not need to wait.

Quan Pho in Saugus sadly disappointed on all fronts, despite the considerable social media hype…read more The menu is already very limited, yet they had already run out of several items despite our party arriving right at opening hour. The food itself was mediocre; the meat was tough rather than tender, and the overall flavor profile was unmemorable. The fresh spring rolls had a cute presentation but were not traditional in any sense, while the fried spring rolls had an off-putting odor that made them completely unedible. Its also very pricey for what the quality is. The physical environment was also quite uncomfortable. While the decor is cute, the floors were noticeably wet and slippery, and the space lacked air conditioning or fans on a day when temperatures approached 100°F. The sole positive note was the service; the waitress was attentive, consistently checking on the table and kept water glasses filled.

I enjoyed the food and service at this restaurant! Servers were attentive and helpful. I tried some…read morevery unique dishes and their presentation is so pretty! I would recommend. The ambience feels like you're back in Vietnam.