This place was great! Brought my husband and kids for dinner when we were stuck in Philly (a story for a different day). I was surprised how much my picky eater family enjoyed the food here! The service is very laid back, but that's ok, the food made up for everything else. The only negative was the bonchon at the start of the meal. I like when they offer more freshness like pickled radish and what not, this was on the heavier side with fried potatoes and something called "fish cake" that I would not recommend. The beef stir fry was a perfect meal, as far as I am concerned, containing my fave veggies (onions, mushrooms, carrots, cabbage). The flavor was spot on! My husband really enjoyed the bulgogi bibimbap; while I liked it too it wasn't one of my favorites and the rice wasn't crispy when we were served, like it usually is. When you are done you pay at the counter. Really "local" vibes and I highly recommend for the food! read more

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Tasty food with lots of seating on a Friday evening. Spicy boneless chicken was good. Not too salty, not too drenched in sauce, nicely coated. Portion size was surprisingly big in a good way. Bulgogi Bimbibap was good but the bulgogi was a bit too saucy/wet for me. It made the rice by that area wet. Would likely not get this again unless it changes. After ordering, the staff brought some complimentary banchan. The potatoes were my favorite! I would come back for the chicken and to try some other things on the menu. read more

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It was my first time having Korean food and I was thoroughly impressed! We had bites including potatoes and cucumbers as a starter, I had the mushroom tofu which I highly recommend! The food was ready very quickly and our waiter was very kind and explained what was in each dish. Plenty of table seating and bar like seating is present in the restaurant. read more

Nam Chon - Korean Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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This place is great, a casual dining experience for some fantastic Korean food. Enjoyed an appetizer of dumplings followed by bibimbap & jabche. Loved how the food came out pipping hot too. Everything was so flavorful which made it hard to save some to bring home. Great price point as well for big portions. Highly recommend to check at out if you find yourself in South St! read more

Nam Chon - Dumplings - Korean Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Food is awesome , taste so good Soy Chicken Dolsitt, Brisket and Ranen w/other things included are delicious! Ambiance is amazing, comfortable And their service is number one my daughter and I love going here abd asking fir our orders without Mushroom since we're allergic. And they have gotten use to what we can't have . You have to check out Nam Chon on Sputh Street. You went be sorry. But be careful, the cement heat bowls they have are very hot so handle food with care read more

Came here on a Sunday around 1:30PM, it was relatively busy. There was actually a lot of street parking outside of the restaurant. 3 of us ordered these dishes to share: Beef Jabche Fire Cheese Chicken Chicken Bibimbap Seafood Soft Tofu Soup With White Rice (side) We enjoyed everything we ordered, especially the fire cheese chicken and soup. So flavorful. Banchan was average. The older gentleman who we believed was the owner was extremely friendly and welcoming. He explained all the dishes to us. Seems like all of the sauces are homemade. The kimchi is made fresh. When you're finished with your meal, you pay at the register. read more

Nam Chon - Beef Jabche Fire Cheese Chicken Chicken Bibimbap Seafood Soft Tofu Soup With White Rice (side) - Korean Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Absolutely the best Korean food in the Philly/South Jersey area. You can taste in the food that the restauranteurs really care about their work. Go support small local businesses! read more

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So I've heard that Philly area doesn't really have a good Korean restaurant, but which I would've agreed until now. We did visit DuBu which is in North Philly but it is a bit out of the way from central Philly area. Nam Chon seemed to have pretty good reviews so we decided to try. Nothing fancy, but definitely authentic Korean food, tastes like how your mom would make. It was still an uber ride over but we will return read more

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My friend and I were on South Street nearby and were drawn by the photos of the dishes on the windows. (It was clear that others were too; we saw many who walked in after looking like we did, so great advertising!) Nam Chon offers a simplistic, but well-designed menu of authentic Korean dishes. We were immediately served Banchan upon seating, and it was absolutely delicious! The sliced potatoes and fish cakes were both favorites. Our spicy Yangneum Chicken was also tasty, and at a great portion size as well. My Stir-Fry Tofu Pork could've improved with a bit more seasoning on the tofu, but everything else in the dish was thoroughly enjoyable. I also felt each dish was a great value for the portion sizes we received. The service was slightly slow, but I also recognize my visit was during a busier Saturday evening. The atmosphere felt like a smaller, family-run business and the staff were all tremendously kind. We didn't receive water for a little bit; but again, I do feel that the staff was very sweet in their interactions with everyone, and the overall experience was still worth the visit for delicious Korean cuisine. read more

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I came on a Monday afternoon by myself and the place was pretty slow but I think it gets busier for the evenings. I got the soup and it was very filled with seafood and toppings. Ill liked the potato side dish a lot as well as the fish cake. The kimchi wasn't fermented at all so I was not a fan. A nice place to stop by if u are craving good Korean food read more

Nam Chon - Seafood Soft Tofu Soup With White Rice (side) - Korean Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Vibes: casual, unassuming authentic Korean; bring a friend or a few Tasting notes: - Seafood soft tofu: rich seafood flavor; chock full of shrimp, squid, mussels, clams; comes with perfectly cooked, al dente, fluffy white rice - Banchan: favorites were the fish cake and sliced potatoes; kimchi cabbage and radish were on the lighter side, which I appreciated - Beef bibimbap: comes steaming hot; generous serving with excellent mix of vegetables; side of gochujang to dose as you like Other thoughts: - Meal starts with banchan landing pretty much immediately once order is placed, and ends with slices of watermelon, a hallmark of Asian restaurant hospitality - Service felt slightly slow during a busy dinner hour, but it is clear they are trying their best - Waited about a half hour on a weekend night without a reservation Impression: would come back when I am craving authentic Korean! read more

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You can't get better than Nam Chon. Go and try it! My family has just had an amazing lunch. We all ordered a meal from a different part of the menu as we had never had Korean before and wanted to get a full experience. The appetizers were all unique and flavorful, cucumber with a tangy sauce, mouthful sized roast potato pieces with a sweeter sauce, not too spicy Kimchi and delicious fish with pepper. I must admit I was hesitant to try all these unknown dishes but I was blown away! Once the appetizers were polished off, I found myself dipping the end of my chopsticks into the small dish of remaining homemade soy sauce as it was so yummy. The substantial main courses were all very different and I could have really enjoyed eating any one of then. Each meal had a unique flavor and not particularly spicy (which we asked for). My teen boys enjoyed their dishes and were full when finished! Additionally a couple of the dishes were designed to be eaten in a certain way, eg my bibimbap there was special sauce to add at the table and I needed to mix it, which our host explained. I really enjoyed the experience and the food and I would encourage anyone to visit. The service was quick and attentive. The restaurant was an open airy space with big windows and comfortable seating. It is on a nice street not far from the river. I promise you will not be disappointed. It was the best food I have had in a very long time. read more

Finally, a decent traditional Korean restaurant that sticks to the basics and not a crazy uptick on prices. One of the few on the east coast that I found the dish quality, sizes and prices comparable to ktown LA NOT midtown Manhattan. So excited decent Kspot was opening in Queen Village and they delivered. This is not a fancy or BBQ place but a snack and a quick meal kind of place but serves the soul food of Koreans (in my opinion). Loved the Bulgogi Hot Stone Bi Bim Bab and the vegetables in it. It's seasoned, so we actually didn't need to put the gochujang (chilli paste) and made scrape off the crispy rice encrusted onto the hot stone bowl. Also, the jwe yook bok geum (kimchi pork stir-fry with tofu) is my favorite barfood and/or meal. The 3 layer with tofu, pork meat, and the kimchi just bats away the stress of the day. The seafood pancake was good with chunks of shrimp and cuttlefish and not too thick. But the thing that really was amazing was the fried chicken. The batter was so old school korean. Becareful because it is piping hot! The batter is seasoned and encases that thick and juicy chicken meat. They do deliver through various apps (uber, grubhub, doordash) and you can get take-out. But for the fried chicken and the hot stone bi bim bap, better to dine in. Also, next time I'm in Philly, definitely trying the cheesy dduk bok ki (spicy rice cakes!) and other things on the menu! *we did spend more since I wanted to try more apps since my first time there but portable spent $20 to $25 per person per meal. read more

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Liked the cheese dokbokki! Soft and chewy with melted cheese. The japchae wasn't as good - not as flavorful as other places I've tried and noodles were all clumped together. Will return to try some of their other dishes though since others seem to have recommended those. read more

Nam Chon - Korean Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This place blew me away. Incredibly friendly staff and food that will sweep you off your feet. Inside was nice and we had a great seat by the window. I'll be back to try the rest of their menu. So so so good. read more

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Very kind and friendly owner. Food was great, especially loved the Bulgogi Bibimbap. They gave everyone a complimentary slice of watermelon after the dinner as a sweet treat - such a sweet (no pun intended) gesture. read more

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I got the fire cheese chicken here for lunch, and the service was excellent and the food was delicious. The cheese chicken was saucy and went well with the rice; it wasn't spicy but was still very flavorful. The side dishes were very tasty as well. read more

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What a cute spot! Don't be discouraged by a simplistic design and short menu. It is so good and authentic! Honestly, my favorite kind of place. Simple, no hype, tasty, and authentic! I had chicken bibimbap and my husband had Korean spicy boneless chicken. Both are amazing! Very good portions. They also offer a small appetizer beforehand (courtesy of the restaurant) and a slice of watermelon afterwards. The watermelon was so tasty, it was one of those "what the h#ll" moments. read more

Nam Chon - Korean Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Randomly passed by this casual establishment while looking for a quick bite and the grand opening sign caught my eyes. We were quickly seated and shown the menu. This was around 7pm and there was ample seating, perfect for a group of 2-5 and bar counter for future solo diners. It took awhile before we were served water but the older man (owner?) was apologetic and we weren't in a rush. Before ordering we were promptly served small plate side dishes of kimchi, marinated cucumber, and potatoes ( i think it's called banchan). I'm not sure what the potatoes are coated with but they were sweet and delicious. Ordered the fried chicken (crispy, spicy and flavorful) alongside the cheese tteobokki (very chewy with huge portions, although I wish it came with a protein), and pork tofu (tofu lacked flavor per my friend). I've been craving tteobokki and this will definitely one of my go-to spots for it! For the taste, portion size, and price in this family style eatery, I'd say the meal is worth it. read more

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One of the best Korean spots in Philly!! We ordered the beef dolsot, two different kimchi jjigae , cheese tteokbokki, beef mandu, and seafood pancakes We loved everything except for the seafood pancake, which wasn't crisp enough. Everything else was perfection! Highly recommend and will be back!! read more

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Amazing Korean food. Pork and kimchi jjigae is excellent - they use fermented kimchi which is sour rather than than the typical kimchi which is sweet. Their banchan is excellent too, especially the fried potato which is hot, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and has great balance of salty and sweet. Couldn't recommend this more. read more

Nam Chon - Korean Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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I came to Nam Chon with my friends when we visited Philly, and the experience was amazing! Sam, our waiter, was very sweet and accommodating. The restaurant is BYOB and he provided us wine and soju glasses for our drinks. The service was top tier and we thoroughly enjoyed our time at the restaurant. For food we ordered the Brisket Tteokbokki, Kimchi Jjigae, Korean Fried Chicken, and Tofu and Spicy Pork Stir-Fry. Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious, my favorite being the Kimchi Jjigae- it was the perfect amount of spicy for me (not too spicy) and the pork belly and tofu went well with the soup. If you plan on ordering Brisket Tteokbokki and are not good with spicy, I would recommend telling the waiter to make it not too spicy. My friends who have been here before mentioned it can be really spicy without a note. Overall, I really enjoyed my experience here! I loved all the dishes we ordered and would definitely come here again. If you are ever in the area and are craving delicious Korean food, I would highly recommend checking out Nam Chon. read more

Nam Chon - Korean Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This was my second visit, and once again I was impressed. The food is outstanding, and the host is not only friendly but also genuinely attentive to guests. When my wife decided she didn't want her soup and asked to change it, they handled it right away without any fuss. That level of care is rare and truly appreciated. Special thanks to the chef -- the quality here makes you think of Michelin standards. read more

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Best korean, a bit far from chinatown but the best so far. Usually go to a classic on Race street but this is just... wow. Banchan is 10/10 the tteobokki is so good and soft 10/10 dolsot bibimbap is flavorful even without the goju sauce. Serving sizes are much bigger ! This is my new go to restaurant read more

Nam Chon - Mushroom Tofu Dolsot Kimchi Fried Rice Cheese Tteokbokki - Korean Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Great Korean can be had here. Good service and plenty of spice! Decor is a bit plain but don't let it fool you

Fantastic food. Wish I could eat it everyday. Definitely try it. It's worth it. Fairly priced too.

Great service and a super fast kitchen. The food was fresh, flavorful, and arrived within minutes. Perfect spot for a quick, satisfying Korean meal. read more

Had a great experience here. We were on south street and decided to to drop in on a Thursday night. We had the entire resturant to our selves. The food was amazing. The older gentleman who served as our waiter, told us about the different Korean foods, and showed my daughter how to properly use chopsticks. read more

Drove by this place in South street and I had to check it out. Definitely a gem! Great food with fast service and very friendly staff. The owner was very friendly and gave great recommendations. Very accommodating to refill on their bonchon (side dishes). Also very competitively priced for a spot on South Street. This will be one of my frequent spots for Korean food! read more

Wow. This place is amazing. I had the bulgogi bibibap in a hot stone. The portion was huge. Everything was cooked perfectly including the egg. The folks serving were very sweet. I'm sad to see it not busier on a Saturday night. My only regret is not being able to take the rest with me as I don't have a way to keep it. read more

Nam Chon - Bulgagi Bibibap - Korean Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Went here on a rainy Sunday night for dinner and was pleasantly surprised. The restaurant was empty at first but a few tables filled up by the time we left. The restaurant was very nice inside and felt very modern and clean with an open kitchen and bar seating. BYOB too! We ordered the chicken wings, kimchi brisket dolsot, and seafood soondubu. The chicken wings were very good! The seafood soondubu and dolsot had a nice flavor. If you like spicy, I recommend mentioning that when you order as our food did not come out spicy at all. Everyone receives ban chan at the beginning of the meal and watermelon for dessert! The owner of the restaurant, Sam, was very welcoming and provided very good service. He gave us a complementary seafood pancake with our meal! Highly recommend trying out this local restaurant for authentic korean food. There is not many good korean places in the area, so I am glad that this restaurant opened up. I will be back to try other items!! read more

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Yum yum yum. From the bon chon for the table to large plates of bibimbap and doslot. Great service and excellent accessible Korean food. read more

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He's so nice and really takes care of you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Very attentive. Food came quickly ! Top dish was Korean fried chicken read more

SO GOOD. We feel lucky to have found this place before the secret gets out. Food is amazing, dining room is elegant and comfortable. It might look like a hole in the wall from the outside, but both the food and the atmosphere are excellent. We had the ramen and the pork kimchi dolsot. They were so good that we finished every bite, even though the portions were more than generous. The meal came with complementary appetizers beforehand, and watermelon afterward. We will be back. read more

Nam Chon - Dining room - Korean Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

NamChon has some items that other Korean restaurants in the city don't have so I was very excited to try them out. The restaurant is very nice and clean, and quite spacious as well. My friend and I enjoyed most of the food but we both think that the Fire chicken and Tteokbokki need more flavor, they were a bit bland and not spicy at all. The highlight was definitely the soup, it was hot, flavorful and ton of seafood. Overall a solid 7/10! read more

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Sweetest owner, so tentative to his customers and the rest of the staff is amazing. The food is SO good - I had soft tofu and pork jigae and it was just what I needed after several flight delays and cancellations to not lose it. the place is really clean read more

Great spot to stop in for lunch. The owners are so sweet and adorable! I love that the restaurant itself was very clean and spacious. As for the food, it comes out fresh and made to order. If you're looking for a decently priced delicious meal. I'd put Nam Chon on your list. read more

Loved their food !!! Service was awesome . Very accommodating for us as we had two young kids. We got the ramen, fried chicken, beef bulogi bibibamp and kimchi fried rice. Absolutely blown away by the flavor and authenticity of the food . read more

So glad I discovered this place! The veggie options are abundant. I had the mushroom bibimbap to start and am excited to try other options. Nice workers and nice casual atmosphere. I will be back. read more

Nam Chon - Mushroom bibimbap - Korean Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I went with my sister after we heard it about it on Instagram and we had such a great time! The owner reminded us of family and he was very kind and attentive throughout our time there. As soon as we sat down we were given a pitcher of refreshing lemon water which we gulped down immediately because it was so hot outside. The music was great and not too loud so it was still enjoyable and could easily fill any silent moments when we couldn't speak because our mouths were filled with the delicious food. Before our food came we were given some side dishes which were yummy and got us looking forward to the rest of what we got. We ordered the Kimchi Pork Stir Fry, Seafood Soft Tofu Soup, and Soonsal Yangneum Chicken - all of which were amazing and very generous portions which we shared (and took home as leftovers). At the end he brought us sliced watermelon which was juicy and a refreshing way to finish our meal. 10000/10 will be coming again and supporting our new uncle! Looking forward to returning and bringing more friends/family. read more

Nam Chon - Soonsal Yangneum Chicken (Boneless Seasoned Chicken), Kimchi Pork Stirfry , Seafood Soft Tofu Soup With White Rice - Korean Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania