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    PARAN korean grill

    4.3 (68 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Cindy H.

    Came here for date night and everything was amazing. The beef tartare is a must get. It was very fresh and had a subtle sweetness, you can't really tell it's raw beef. The seaweed Pollock roe noodle dish is also a must get, the umami on this dish and with the salted roe just creates an explosion of flavors. We also got the galbi and rose jjim dak which were good portions for sharing. I will definitely come back to try their other dishes.

    Seaweed pollock roe
    Christina G.

    I heard Paran was a good Korean spot through a friend, and I'm glad I finally checked it out. The Paran Gal-bi was my favorite. The meat was really tender and flavorful, with a slight sweetness that I actually really liked. The salad and grilled tomatoes helped balance everything out and added some freshness to the dish. The seaweed pollock roe was also really good. It was creamy without being too heavy, and the salty roe worked really well with the mild cream sauce. The seaweed added a subtle nuttiness that tied everything together. The restaurant has a warm and cozy atmosphere, and service was quick and efficient.

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    Phoebe C.

    Solid galbi and very soft and flavorful! It came with lettuce, tomato and mushroom but wish it had some kind of kimchi. The perilla oil udon was refreshing and noodles were bouncy and not overcooked. Service was good, definitely gets busy so try to make a reservation. Very cute inside and very modern korean fusion restaurant.

    Colin C.

    On my trip to Seattle, I knew I wanted to try the new trendy Korean spot that opened in my favorite neighborhood, Fremont. I'm glad I came because it was a very pleasant experience. Right in the heart of Fremont, in view of the river, Paran was a super cute spot. It felt like a very classic Korean restaurant with modern touches all around. To start off, we got the mandoo and I got a matcha spritz. The mandoo was cooked well and the filling was really good. I absolutely loved the drink I got. It was light and sweet and got me tipsy so of course I had to get another. As for the main dishes, we got the kalbi, beef tartare, tteokbokki, and several others. Overall they were really good as each was unique in its own way. Like the kalbi with the sauce on the side was a welcomed touch. The only criticism is that sometimes the service was slow but if the food is good, I'm not gonna complain. I can totally see this as a date spot.

    Beef tartare, seaweed pollock roe noodles, Paran Gal-bi
    Selena L.

    Came with some friends on a Friday evening. We were communicated that our table was almost ready, they have to clean it, then about 10 mins into waiting we were communicated that again by a different staff member. Seems like communication between staff can be improved on during rushes. We ordered seaweed pollock roe noodles, Paran Gal-bi, and beef tartare. To our surprise, the noodles were spicy when the description on the menu did not state spicy. I loved that the noodles came with a ton of green onions on top, and not overly saucy or wet. The Galbi was tender and flavorful and cut up into bite size pieces. The Galbi came with grilled mushrooms, tomatoes, and a salad on the hot plate. I would suggest the salad to come separately as it got soggy and warm very quickly on the hot plate, as well as oily due to the meat. The tartare was good, though the proportion of the cracker to the tartare was not great - more cracker is needed. The tartare also came with a sauce on the side, which again I would say more sauce is needed for the size of the dish. We were going to get cocktails but were uninterested after seeing that the menu doesn't have any description of what exactly is in each drink. One thing Paran can improve upon on the menu is adding more details so that customers know exactly what they are ordering. Overall, food was flavorful and came out pretty fast. I would come back again and try their other dishes.

    Paran Galbi, Seaweed Pollack Roe Udon
    Moses T.

    I came here for a date night. The restaurant is intimate and I really liked the design choices they took with the space. The staff were friendly and regularly checked up on us throughout the meal. As for when it comes to food, the portions are quite large and would definitely keep that in mind while you're ordering! Most things are meant to share between 2-3 people. For two people I think just a protein and noodle dish is perfect to share. The appetizers were just fine, I think I'd be okay with not getting any next time. I really enjoyed the mains though and they are truly perfect for sharing! The Galbi was tender and flavorful. I also love any creamy udon so enjoyed that dish (there is a good kick of spice to it). My only suggestion was that our food all came out at the same time and our table was quite small. I wish they had staggered our food coming out a little. This place is fairly new and I think it has great potential. I would definitely want to try this place again and think it would be great place for an after work happy hour or more casual hangout.

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    Vinh M.

    Fremont's been getting a lot of traction from foodies lately, and it's going for both old and new places! This slightly newer place is within a very busy intersection on Fremont, not far from the newer Moment Cafe and a slight ways away from the Fremont Troll where I snagged parking like all my other visits to Fremont on a Friday at 5:30pm. It's bright and sunny for this visit, so a ton of natural light shines inside at the front tables and at the waiting area while all other tables for groups of 2-4 are deeper inside. The menu is offered both as physical copies and as a QR code situated near each table. From recommendations, the salmon pollack roe was the dish of choice for this visit. It was oddly spicy; tons of spice flakes were sprinkled on top of the green onions that made up an even bigger portion of the top condiments. I almost thought the seaweed cream sauce was spicy for a second there! Mixing everything together really change things though; salmon roe gave a rich and buttery kind of taste, which complemented the cream sauce. Shrimp was few in number but added more to the seafood-y taste this dish has. I just wish the portion was bigger for the price. Pretty great food so far, and I'd come next time with more people to try their shareables. Keep in mind they add an 18% gratuity service charge on your bill regardless of the size of your party, so expect to pay more than what you see.

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    Harun O.

    A nice new accessible Korean. Tried the popular items on the menu: beef tartar, Galbi and seaweed pollack roe. All were tasty, tartar was simple with a white dip sauce on the side ( and lots of pistachios on top), Galbi was sweet and soft with a dip sauce ( and seems like they forgot to add mushrooms and brought them after the meal. Pollack roe was tasty and flavorful a good combo of umami and seaweed ( maybe could have been a bit less salty and less seaweed forward). Overall a casual atmosphere inside ( inside looks like a narrow room) service was ok, overall kind staff, they were not very talkative but everything was delivered fast. Would come back to try other parts of the menu

    Pan fried dumplings
    Erin M.

    So happy to have found this great spot in the heart of Fremont! We walked over from Gas Works Park for a bite to eat and had a really nice experience. We ordered family-style so we could try a variety of dishes, including noodles, richly marinated beef, and some delicious dumplings. Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and well-balanced. Portions are a bit on the smaller side for the price, but the quality and flavors really stand out. The staff was warm and welcoming, and the food came out quickly, which made the whole experience even better. The menu isn't huge, but it's clear there's a lot of thought behind each dish. The space is on the smaller side, so I'd recommend making a reservation ahead of time. I'd definitely come back to try more.

    Gochujang udon
    Michelle C.

    Girl I didn't even know they only had 15 servings of beef tartare.... Thank god I'm a hungry bi$&@ cuz I got there the second they opened. And the Beef tartare was bussin'- sesame oil forward and beautiful! Paran is cute little tight spot on a busy corner of Fremont. We went there on Fri and it deffo filled up pretty quick after we got seated. The cocktails were delish. The matcha one was earthy with just the right amount of zing. I got the pollack roe udon and my friend got the gochujang udon, and they are both creamy spicy flavorbombs. We stuffed ourselves silly and I would for sure comeback for nice casual evening dinner. I would just say get there early like right at 5 so you don't miss out on the beef tartare and get a table right away.

    Michelle H.

    So pleasantly surprised with paran, every dish was executed so well! Our party got the galbi, perilla oil noodle, and chili oil tteokbokki which was perfectly shared amongst 4 people. While every dish was a 5/5 the dish that stood out the most was the perilla oil noodle. It was so unique and tasted so good. It had an earthy herbal taste, which I know doesn't sound very convincing but everyone in my group said it was the favorite. The noodles were cooked perfectly and seasoning was well done. The tteokbokki was soft and chewy and again flavor was great. Can't wait to come back and try the other dishes!!

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    Jess L.

    To start, the food was very good. The galbi was so juicy - a must get. This was my favorite! The rose Jjim-dak the chicken was sooo tender. I also think the pollack roe noodle absolutely should be part of the order as well. The location was very convenient as it is right by the bridge and the inside was quite cozy. A good date night spot. The service was good to great in my opinion- I called in and the reservation times got mixed up but because they messed it up they took it on themselves to get us a table when they could. I really appreciate the effort they put in making sure that we were accounted for!

    Sea weed noodles
    Pam W.

    We finally made it to Paran, a new Korean grill in Fremont! We've tried walking in before but it's always packed, so we booked a Sunday 5:30 p.m. reservation (and the restaurant still filled up fast). The menu is straightforward: appetizers, three main grill choices (beef, pork, chicken), and noodle dishes. * Seaweed Noodle: Excellent. The sauce was rich and creamy, with a fantastic umami flavor from the seaweed and roe. * Grilled Beef Rib: Highly recommend this. They conveniently carve the meat off the bone for you, and it comes with plenty of meat and mushrooms. It is served with a side salad that actually stands out--unlike most side salads, this one was incredibly fresh with a bright yuzu dressing. The only minor drawback was that the grilled food was a bit oily overall. However, the space is clean, and the speed of the service is absolutely phenomenal.

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    This place hit all the marks for an upscale dining experience I wish more places could offer! The…read moresophisticated ambiance, knowledgable staff, beautiful presentation and outstanding food. I went on a weekday evening and was able to walk in without a reservation and the host sat my party immediately. The space has an industrial vibe, minimal decorations and an open kitchen in the dining area with another kitchen hidden in the back. We started off with a gochujang margarita which had a little spice but the flavor of the gochujang got lost and I couldn't really distinguish it. The NY Tiki Time cocktail was a stunner, the flavors of the citrus, pandan and rum blended smoothly together. I had to take a photo when the drinks arrived. For the apps we ordered the yellowtail and octopus. The presentation really was remarkable and well plated. The yellowtail was in between layer of thinly cut turnip that had a lemon verbena component to it. It was shaped into a flower and placed on a plate in naengmyeon broth. The octopus was tender and in a delicious cream sauce with some roe as decoration. For the mains we got the squid fried rice with kimchi, bacon, smoked quail egg. We also ordered the branzino gui with seasonal vegetables. Both were well seasoned and tasty but I think I enjoyed our drinks and appetizers the most. The staff were slow and intentional with their service and no one seemed in a frantic hurry. The tone of the place was calm and none of our servers gave off an overly pretentious attitude (my biggest gripe with fine dining). Will most definitely come back as soon as possible and can't recommend enough.

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    4.3
    (1.2k reviews)
    2.7 mi
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    I've heard about this place for awhile, and finally was in the area to try it. On a weekday…read moreevening, it was quite empty. We were greeted and sat immediately. Service was super friendly and quick. My friend and I shared the pork sliders, brussel sprouts, beef cheek ragu rice cakes, wagyu ssam, and the ginger crème brulee. Everything was so surprisingly yummy. Pork sliders were juicy, flavorful, nice fluffy bun. Good proportion of bun to filling. Brussel sprouts at first were your average well made sprouts, but when we reached the bottom of the dish where the sweet potato puree was, it changed the entire flavor profile of the dish! So good. Maybe better served in a wider bowl so we could appreciate the puree sooner haha Beef cheek ragu was super good too. Flavorful rich sauce and I loved that the rice cakes were extra thick and charred on the outside. Made for the perfect texture: lightly crunchy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside. Wagyu ssam was great too. Not as standout as the other dishes, but solid steak pieces that were perfectly tender. I think my favorite has to be the ginger crème brûlée. The ginger flavor is light, and the hardened sugar on top tastes like crystallized ginger candy when chewed. The doenjang caramel drizzle balances it out as well. Overall, a fantastic meal. It's definitely on the pricier side, and all the dishes could use a bit less salt, but I will definitely be thinking about that crème brûlée for a long time

    Super yummy food! I…read morereally enjoyed their potato - the purple potato was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside - the best! The smoked duck rice dish for two definitely fed two! It also tasted yummy! The passport to passion drink was tropical and yummy. Service was quick and friendly.

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    Part of the private dining table which is separated by a curtain
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    4.3
    (20 reviews)
    2.4 mi

    Visited here very hungry after bouldering for a couple hours. They keep it nice and warm in here…read morewhich I loved (I noticed a lot of Seattle restaurants don't turn on heating :')). It is set up like a cute korean style bar with small round tables which make sharing easier. They have a pretty good selection on their menu and we ordered a couple of items to share. The Rose Ttoekbokki with cheese was very yummy, but it kinda tasted like pasta with rice cakes instead of spaghetti. I think that is the point of this dish, so if you want a more traditional spicy flavor then get the other ttoekbokki option (spicy rice cakes). We still loved this one and the rice cakes were so chewy and delicious. The cheese corn was very yummy and exactly what you would expect. It pairs perfectly with the other dishes. My friends also shared the Seafood ramen and Beef bulgogi. They liked both dishes. One of our favorite things were the side dishes actually! The tofu was so yummy, and the bean sprouts were so crunchy and well seasoned. We even asked for extra! The only aspect that makes it difficult to come more often is the price point. Since the dishes are so big and shareable, it is easy to split amongst a group, but it is a little less affordable to come here for dinner and drinks.

    A cozy little Korean bar! There aren't that many tables, but I enjoyed this vibe. Service was quite…read morefast on Saturday evening. We ordered: -Fish cake soup: pretty good, the soup had a good depth in flavor and I liked the variety in fish cake. Perfect for a rainy day. -Tteokbokki: was a bit spicy and the rice cake was chewy and cooked well. I've had better sauce though. -kimchi pancake: wasn't our favorite. Was a bit too thick and had too much batter - I like these to be more crispy and thin. Overall, a fun place for a casual Korean bar food.

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    Under new ownership. This place was very welcoming and the staff informed us of the new ownership…read moreand menu items upon seating us. The service was great and the waiter explained many of the new dishes to us herself. The food came out very fast after ordering and though there were several other tables full of groups, they also got their food out quick as well. The noise level is moderate, but the high walls on the booths and the partitions between the larger seating area and the table and booth section helps to buffer the noise pollution between the areas. The La kalbi was very flavorful and cooked to perfection. The dish came with a side bowl of rice and assorted bon chon. You could share this dish between a group of 2-3 or individually order it and be fulfilled.

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