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Muguboka Restaurant

4.1 (991 reviews)
ModerateKorean, Seafood, Barbeque
Open • 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
Updated 2 months ago

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Moderate noise
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Kimchi Chigae / 김치찌개 (rice included)
Lisa N.

A mom and pop restaurant. So home-y and cozy. Food was spot on. I went to South Korea last September and honestly it felt like I was back in South Korea. The food was too good. Service was super quick and it was so packed! That's a good sign. Staff were very friendly and respectful. Got Haemul pa jun, Galbi, kimchi chige. Amongst 2 girls, we devoured it all! Such a gem and I would totally recommend. Make sure when you come to put yourself on the waitlist. Worth it!

Goon Goonmandu / 군만두
Jim N.

Nice little Korean family restaurant. Clean friendly and fast service. The decor is not fancy but the food is more than enough to bring you back. The portions are good size and bigger than typical Korean servicing size at other restaurants. The star of the show for me was the haemul pa june - seafood and veg pancake. You get a generous portion of seafood and they are fried to perfection and not oily.

Haemul Pa Jun / 해물파전
SY C.

TL;DR: loved the seafood pancake and generous banchan. I was craving some Korean before heading to Golden Gate Park and this came up on the map. It was a warm day and it wasn't very busy inside. They moved us to a bigger table after we ordered because we got too much food very friendly service! They serve a very generous number of banchan with unlimited refills (of course). It was nice to have a good variety to kick things off. They were all ok, nothing stood out all that much. Food: Yang nyeom chicken: crispy, juicy wings that were huge! It was very saucy and a good balance of sweet and spicy. I thought it was ok value for what you get but it's not something that really stood out Mul naengmyeon: had to get some cold noodles for the warm weather. This was refreshing but didn't stand out. I was hoping for more beefy flavor in the soup. Haemul pajeon: gotta love a seafood pancake! This was definitely the favorite item, it was thick and chunky with a lot of seafood and vegetables but also crispy. I was amazed at how thick they got it, while having a nice crisp edge that stayed crispy till the end of the meal and wasn't under cooked at all. We might have missed out on some of the soupy items which I saw some other tables with Korean speaking customers ordering. Maybe next time if we're ever in the area on a cold day.

Cidney L.

I love this place. No frills, friendly and attentive staff, authentic Korean food. It's not a large restaurant so be prepared to write your name down on the whiteboard. Come try all the banchan (my fav in the city) and share all the mains!

Gal Bee / 갈 비
Amy L.

Muguboka remains one of my favorite Korean spots in SF. The portions are generous, the food is consistently delicious, and the restaurant has a cozy, homey vibe that makes you feel like you're eating a home-cooked meal. Note: there are no tabletop grills here; everything is made-to-order in the kitchen and served ready to eat. ​We started with the Galbi. These were thick, well-marinated cuts that arrived sizzling and smelling incredible. I actually had to pace myself so I wouldn't finish all my rice before the rest of the food arrived! ​Next was the Dhan Jang Chige (fermented soybean paste soup). It arrived piping hot and savory--on a cold SF day, each spoonful felt like it was nourishing my soul and chasing the chill away. ​For the main event, we had the Galbijjim. While the portion is smaller than what you'd find at Daeho, it's still plenty for a group to share. The meat was fall-off-the-bone tender, accompanied by massive chunks of potato and carrot, and rice cakes. Compared to Daeho, the sauce here is thinner and less sweet, with no option for spice levels or cheese and no sweet potato noodles, but it's incredibly hearty and pairs perfectly with rice. ​The Haemul Pa Jun (seafood pancake) did not disappoint. They don't skimp on the filling--the pancakes were thick, crispy, and packed with seafood. We also tried the Korean Fried Chicken. You get six large, juicy wings coated in a gochujang-based sauce that hits that perfect sweet, salty, and mildly spicy balance. ​True to the spirit of Korean hospitality, we were even treated to some "service"--a plate of freshly fried potstickers on the house! ​I always look forward to eating here. I consistently leave feeling full, satisfied, and well-taken care of.

I was in SF and since it was cold, i crave some soft tofu soup!! The restaurant is a small, look like family owned type of restaurant. The food is sooooo yummy with delicious side dishes. They refill for you as well just ask them!! The lady in the front is kind and attentive! Please come support !!! You can see my before and after photo hhaha soooo good

Joseph M.

It was my day off and I wanted to try a new a Korean spot. I ordered sundubu-jiggae (soft tofu soup) which was served with a wide variety of banchan. The tofu soup really hit the spot for me, especially since it was a rainy day. The service here is good and the staff here is very nice. I also really like that this place is family owned. If you're into cozy authentic Korean comfort food with a very homy type feel to it, then this is the place for you. Try it out if you like. :)

Dae Ji Bul Go Gi / 돼지불고기 (rice included)
Sona T.

Loved this spot. The food felt authentic and reminded me of the kind of places locals would recommend. We had the tteokbokki, daeji bulgogi, and japchae with vegetables and beef. The daeji bulgogi was amazing, and the pork was packed with flavor. Honestly, there wasn't a single dish we didn't enjoy. If you're craving Korean food in SF, I'd definitely suggest giving this place a try. Service was on top!

Soft Tofu / 순두부
Anh T.

My friends and I were seated immediately on a weekend afternoon. Service was friendly and quick, and when they originally got some of our order wrong, they were very accomodating about it. Soft Tofu Soup: They gave this to us on the house! It had a savory broth that mixed well with their silky tofu. Jap Chae: The portion size was good for the price, and it was not too sweet and had a good mix of noodles and vegetables. Haemul Pa Jun: This seafood pancake had a nice, crispy exterior. I liked the proportion of seafood to pancake, Gal Bi: This was personally my favorite dish! The meat was well-marinated and tender. Bul Go Gi: I wish there was sligthly stronger seasoning for this dish. It was juicy and flavorful and not too overly sugary. Sold Korean comfort food.

Daniel L.

Okay but listen--Muguboka absolutely saved us. We came here after a full day of drinking, and this meal was exactly what we needed. Like, healing, comforting, back-to-life kind of food. The second the dishes hit the table, it felt like everything was going to be okay again. The flavors were warm, rich, and so satisfying--perfect post-drinks comfort food. The banchan just kept coming (a dream), and every bite felt cozy and nourishing without being heavy. It's the kind of food that hugs you and says, "You're good now." The vibe was relaxed and welcoming, the staff was super kind, and the whole experience felt easy and happy. Muguboka is officially my go-to after a long day (especially a boozy one). Forever grateful

Dae Ji Bul Go Gi / 돼지불고기
Alexis I.

Randomly craving Korean food so we decided to check this place out. We were greeted warmly by the server and seated immediately. She was even kind enough to consider getting a plastic fork and spoon for our little one and complimented our daughter on her cat ear headband. The restaurant has a nice homey diner feel to it. We got lucky by arriving around 5pm because the place got packed shortly afterwards. They do take reservations and I overheard the server suggest calling in for reservations for parties of 5 or more. We ordered a lot as per usual when we try new places: Duk Boki, Goon Mandu (dumplings), Gal Bee (bbq short ribs), Daeji Bul Go Gi (spicy bbq pork), Yang Nyum Chicken (Fried chicken), & Soft Tofu soup. You also get plenty of free banchan along with your meal too. Everything tasted amazing! My favorite was the Duk Boki because there was plenty of rice cakes in it and the sauce wasn't spicy at all for my palette. My husband and I were pretty impressed with the perfect medium rare cook on the Gal Bee. Most places we've gone to, the Gal Bee is always well done, but this place cooked it to perfection. The Daeji Bul Go Gi was also very delicious and just the right amount of spice too. We were surprised when the server kindly offered us a Soft Tofu soup on the house as well. We'll definitely be coming back here. The food tasted authentic and the service was impeccable. She was amazing and so kind--I was surprised because she was the only server around covering ALL of the tables effortlessly on her own. A true hustler, I definitely tip my hat off to her. Well done!

Haemul Pa Jun / 해물파전
Beilin L.

A really nicely laid out spot especially for single or small group diners. Service was lowkey but welcoming, attentive, and efficient. I ordered the hearty Kimchi Chigae (kimchi stew with pork) and a full Haemul Pa Jun (seafood pancake). The pancake was a little too much for me to finish (especially with the surprise complimentary crispy dumplings!) but kept well for later dining. Will definitely be back, especially to try the larger dishes with a larger group!

Banchan
Benjamin L.

One of my favorite places in the city. Service is always amazing and they give a freebie item, could be dumplings or the soup. Food is great and really has a homey vibe to it. Been here so many times throughout the years!

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