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New Korea Restaurant

4.1 (397 reviews)
ModerateKorean
Open • 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Elizabeth D.

Staying in town for our 9th anniversary and stumbled upon this gem. We definitely ordered more than we could eat but it was delicious and we took the rest back to our hotel. The staff were friendly and she even helped us cook our food at the table. We sat at a booth that did feel slightly private with high dividers. We enjoyed it very much.

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Isaac H.

An amazing find!!! I'm always craving Korean food and this hit the spot! Unlimited banchan refills, a lot of seating space, a lot of parking, friendly service. The freshest banchan sides I've ever had and the spicy pork bulgogi was really good! Definitely coming back!

tteokbokki
Abeeha H.

I was cravingggg Korean food on a work trip in Marina and this was the only place open and I'm SO glad we came here because this was the most quaint, felt-like-home, and sweet restaurant in our entire trip. The folks who worked here were extra nice and gave us candy and a yakult before we left! The food here was really good, and I just can't emphasize enough how cozy this place felt on a rainy day. Would recommend the tteokbokki and I would try the sundubu next time as well!

tofu stew (Sundubu-jjigae)
Vivian L.

New Korea Restaurant is located in a tiny plaza with a parking lot next to a Korean market. I believe it's one of the only Korean restaurants in the area, & it feels family-owned/gives small business vibes which I love. We had decent service and were seated quickly. I got the tofu stew (sundubu jjigae) and for $18, the portion was generous. It costs an extra $1 for the egg, so I opted out. It also came with a side of white rice. The soup itself was filling and hearty, but it was a little too sweet for my liking. I've also never seen carrots in my stew but first time for everything! The ban chan also was absolutely delicioussssss and we asked for additional servings of the kimchi because it was so good!!!! Definitely did not taste like Costco kimchi, and much better than the usual at other Korean restaurants. Overall this place filled me up and I would love to come again and try something new! :)

After a long 3.5 hour drive from out of town we wanted some food night time 8pm on March 27th on a Friday. Hotel recommended QQ noodle we went sadly was closed BUT we met a gentleman outside the restaurant his name is Jeff!! He asked what we were craving something kid friendly & just some good food he said follow me I know just the spot Korea food. & we did we followed him & ended up here just a sweet man seem super down to earth. He told the staff it was our first time eating Korean food he recommended some plates that's exactly what we got & the food was AMAZING!! I just want to say THANK YOU JEFF if you ever see this post it's Us with the 2 girls. Great service amazing staff atmosphere was just so different I enjoyed myself so much. Marina Ca people are the best so welcoming!!

Jason S.

A solid Korean restaurant in Marina. I enjoyed the complimentary sides that is paired with the meal. I really enjoyed the spice for the ramen. Easily my favorite part of the meal.

KimChi N.

We came during July 4 weekend and it was busy during during dinner time. 3 hardworking ajumma with beautiful glowing skin was working all the tables. They quickly got us seated. I can't tell you how grateful I was to find this Korean restaurant that had all my favorite Korean dishes. Even the Korean restaurant on caramel didn't have this many dishes. It def feels like someone's home cooking. Everything was well seasoned and delicious!! The barley tea was self serve which I liked but it had a weird taste...I guess they kept pouring hot tea into old tea. Another downside: there was probably less than 10 small pieces of pork in the kimchi with pork and tofu dish Additional parking In the back The restroom: turn right and into the corner when you walk out of the restaurant. Overall, so happy to have Korean food around here. Def made my Night

Spicy beef soup
Danielle Y.

Craving for some Korean food I found this authentic spot in Marina, a hole in the wall. their menu was limited, but they had the essentials. There was decent amount of people for dinner on a Sunday. The service was OK. We did have to continuously. ask for service.when need it. we ordered the spicy beef soup ( Yugeajung) and the flavor was on point. Spicy level just right. However there was barely any beef in it, almost not existent. The price was expensive for the amount of food especially since it felt like a veggie soup. The side dishes lacked in flavor so that was really disappointing because I love side dishes at Korean places. Still for a local spot, the food flavors were still pretty good.

banchan

came back here 4 times during our week long trip! get the sol lung tang if you're feeling sick/don't want a lot of flavor. it's so comforting and easy on the stomach! my husband gets the bulgogi every time and it's a hit. very plentiful banchan as well.

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Alexander T.

Really good Korean restaurant! Service was quick by an older friendly Korean woman. The vibe is just a local casual Korean restaurant. Ban chan: bean sprouts, potatoes, warmed fish cakes, broccoli tossed in sesame oil, kimchi and crunchy radishes in spicy sauce. Unlimited refills too! They have pickled cucumber too if you ask, and just know that this restaurant's kimchi is more sour than it is spicy. #27 Yook Gae Jang: clear noodles, an egg, strips of beef, an insane amount of white onions, some green onions, and bean sprouts. It was yummy! #18 Bulgogi: good marinated soft meat, nothing out of the ordinary, but classically delicious. Decent amount of parking around the restaurant in lots. Nothing crazy or super special to warrant a 5 star, but a delicious and safe choice if you're craving Korean!

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Came into town from Fort Bragg and found this amazing restaurant on yelp. Highly recommend it to anyone who wants incredible Korean food!!

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