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New Oriental Restaurant

4.0 (63 reviews)
ModerateKorean
Closed 12:00 pm - 2:30 PM, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Updated 3 months ago

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Moderate noise
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Vegetarian Fried Rice, Soup & Japchae noodles with tofu. All Vegetarian!

This Korean restaurant was a truly wonderful discovery! We were so impressed by their ability to prepare all our dishes vegetarian. Each one was exceptional, from the flavorful Daenjang Jjigae soup brimming with vegetables and tofu, to the satisfying veggie fried rice with tofu, and the perfectly cooked Japchae noodles with tofu. The experience was elevated by the generous spread of eight diverse and delicious side dishes. A must-try for incredible Korean cuisine & Vegetarian food! Service was excellent.

Dawn C.

Walk in go to the register and ask for a menu, sit down at a clean table and after reading said menu walk back up and place your order regardless of if the food is to go or to dine in. OR Walk in find a clean table and sit down when they see you they will bring you a menu. Both are acceptable was to order but the later may take a little longer if they are busy. Tip well, mind your manners (this is a classy albeit super casual place). Don't let the old, well used building scare you off, they keep it clean and the food is beyond delicious. They make the best bulgogi I have ever had and y'all I have had a lot. Their fried rice is insanely good and their sides were fresh and tasty. Hands down the best meal I have had in a very long time.

Jap Chae Bugolgi Beef and Rice  Crab Rangoon  Kimchi and other sides
Nirmal F.

Restaurant does not look like much from the store front with a simple design, but once inside the food served is delicious. I love Korean cuisine and was glad to find a restaurant with authentic food as it is hard to find sometimes. The food was amazing and helped introduce a friend to a new taste of food. I went back again and the food was consistent and tasted better than the first time. I will definitely be a repeat customer.

Door and hours
Yon S.

A complete hole in the wall in the middle of nowhere. The most unexpected location for THE BEST Korean restaurant in Texas I've tried. The place is run by chef-owner-mom and server-cashier-son. How the two manage to serve everyone in timely fashion is remarkable. But when you factor in the quality and taste of the food, it's just impossible how they do it. Banchan spread is the best--so many variety and each probably take so much time and effort to make. Every entrée item I've tried is so delicious, but their soups will renew your soul. And the japchae... you've not had japchae until you've had it here. I live in Austin, but this place is worthy of the long drive. Can't wait to go back!

Doganitang Ox Knuckle Soup
Teddy C.

Everything from the hot tea to all the items we received were absolutely delicious. Most authentic tasting Korean food you can experience in the area. I highly recommend this place. Great customer as well.

Galbi
Ni T.

A very special hole in the wall korean restaurant! The staff was extremely friendly, we called 15 minutes before arriving and asked if we could place and order ahead of time because we were in a rush and they were very willing. We ordered galbi, teok mandu guk, spicy beef soup, and beef fried rice. All of the dishes were amazing and flavorful. I loved the experience!

Sylvia I.

I dined-in for the first time with a Korean family member early afternoon. Apparently, this restaurant is the oldest in town, and very popular. I had eaten their takeout before a few times, never having been before. Their food was really good, so I was excited to come. I had the closest Korean experience right here than I have had outside of The county. (I have lived there before.). Be prepared to share a table with strangers. First of all, I agree with another review that the facade is not one to write home about. The place was really busy, despite how rundown and disorderly it is. I was surprised at how quiet it was even with the two TV's running. The restaurant has darkened windows. About this time of day it is very bright outside, so be sure to prepare for some sun when you leave. Safety is a big issue for me, and the restroom area was dark, the door lock was tricky, and the women's toilet seat is not secure. It looks like the room hadn't been cleaned in a week, and the hand dryer didn't work. They had plenty of napkins on the table to dry though. It smells like flowers, and I liked the soap. Onto the food ... Help yourself to the menu on the counter. It is in a small binder. It hasn't been cleaned, so just remember to wash your hands. The sweet waitress brought the cold barley tea, but I got the straws from the counter. It's a laid back restaurant. After a long wait, the food arrived and it was extremely tasty, however, I'm not sure if the quantity is worth the price. My Dolsot Bibimbop was very small and served in a cracked pot. I loved the crunchy rice at the bottom! The pun chun was good, but they choose which ones to give to you. As you can see from my photo I had to ask for the white one. The food went right through me within 15 minutes of leaving. If I was desiring Korean food close-by, I would order takeout from here. I would come back. Enjoy!

Osam bokkeum. Spicy pork belly and squid stir fry
Kenny X.

Hidden Korean gem in Killeen! This hole in the wall, mom and pop shop serves up some delicious Korean food! Lots of spicy stir fry options and soup options, banchan side dishes are traditional and extremely tasty. Osam Bulgogi is one of my favorites from here (a spicy porkbelly and squid stir fry), along with the "cow head soup". Tteokbokki was mediocre, would not order again. Hard to find a restaurant that does good tteokbooki.

Kimichi Tofu Stew (without pork) Side Dishes
Ritamae C.

This is our go to spot for Korean Food! The cook is the sweetest person and I love her spunky personality! The kimichi tofu stew is my favorite and absolute best. I've tried other places in the Killeen area and nothing beats this one! They have more side dishes compared to others and they're all so tasty! Some people might find the wait a little long, but IT'S WORTH IT!!

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Great Korean food and very friendly staff Always have a variety of sides and refills available

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Best authentic Korean food in the area. Hands down! It's family owned and you can't go wrong with basically anything on the menu.

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If you're looking for authentic Korean food, I don't think I know any places better than this one. Their cold barley tea is a nice bonus.

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