I tried some pickles and salad at the college tea break. I really liked the pink Tangy Red Radish;…read moreit was sweet and tangy and very refreshing. There were two kinds of cucumbers: Mild Cucumber was too garlicky, and Kimchi Cucumber was a bit too salty. The salad vegetables were generally fresh, and the carrots were crisp and sweet, which was excellent, but the Gochujang Aioli was a bit too sweet for me.

Perillas has one focus: Quality Food. With three locations in Boston, their recently opened spot in…read moreLower Allston is quietly tucked away near Shabu Shabu Spring. A casual Korean kitchen with just a couple people with food that packs a punch. The staff was very welcoming when I walked in getting my order and answering my questions about the menu. There is also a kiosk to place your order as well when they get busy. They have a few tables to sit down and eat but I feel like they get a lot of pickup and to go orders as well. I had seen some of their bowls in pictures online and they looked very small but in person they have so much food in them. My friend and I got our own bowls and shared a quesadilla and I ate most of the quesadilla but realized I was too full to eat the other 90% of the bowl lol. Rookie mistake but the leftovers slapped. My favorite thing for sure was the bulgogi beef quesadilla which was just so flavorful and filling. The bowls were all delicious from the different sides it came with to the side sauces which were all unique in their flavor. I need those recipes. I will need to check out the haymarket location as well as they have some different items there like kimbap. What we got Beef Bulgogi quesadilla Grilled pork belly bowl Kalbi bowl Price $ Food 10 Atmosphere 5 Service 8

Parking here wasn't the easiest for someone coming from outside of the neighborhood, but we managed…read moreto find street parking after a while. We ordered a few items to share family style - haemul pa jeon (seafood pancake), bulgogi, japchae, tangsu yuk (deep fried pork) - and enjoyed our meal.

Bab Korean Bistro is a casual Korean restaurant that offers a broad menu ranging from traditional…read morecomfort food to Korean Chinese favorites, making it easy to try more than just the usual barbecue dishes. We walked into a relaxed and welcoming space with a dining room that feels approachable and practical, the kind of neighborhood restaurant that works equally well for a casual lunch or dinner. The menu is large enough that there is something for almost everyone, whether you are looking for a hearty soup, a sizzling rice dish, or something to share with a group, and the steady flow of customers reflects its popularity as a local staple. One of the biggest strengths of the restaurant is its variety. The menu includes favorites like bibimbap, sundubu, japchae, and bulgogi alongside Korean Chinese dishes such as jajangmyeon, jjamppong, and tangsuyuk. We ordered the cream jjamppong, one of the more unique options, and found the combination of a rich, creamy broth with a spicy kick made for a satisfying bowl that stood out from the more traditional offerings. The soondubu delivered plenty of heat for anyone looking for something comforting, with a silky texture and a depth of flavor that came through clearly. The dolsot bibimbap is another solid choice, served in a hot stone bowl that creates the crispy rice layer at the bottom, and the mix of vegetables and gochujang came together well against the sizzling heat. If you are visiting with a group, there are plenty of shareable dishes worth ordering. The kimchi scallion pancake was crispy and generously portioned, with a savory, slightly tangy flavor that paired well with the dipping sauce, while the tangsuyuk and sweet and spicy fried chicken are good additions to the table. The restaurant also serves complimentary banchan, which helps round out the meal and adds a variety of flavors before the main dishes arrive. The portions are noticeably generous, especially for the price, making it a good value compared to many other Korean restaurants in the area. Service is friendly and attentive even when the restaurant is busy, and the staff are helpful with recommendations or accommodating requests such as adjusting spice levels. During peak dinner hours, the restaurant can get crowded, so there may be a short wait, particularly on weekends. Bab Korean Bistro is a dependable spot for Korean comfort food with generous portions, a wide-ranging menu, and solid value. The combination of traditional Korean dishes, Korean Chinese specialties, and welcoming service makes it a place worth returning to, especially when dining with friends so you can order a variety of dishes to share.

Exceptional Food and Modern Ambiance - Definitely Try the Tofu!…read more From the moment I arrived, I was impressed by the restaurant's modern, clean, and neat setting. The food was exceptional across the board. If you're visiting, absolutely try the tofu--it's what they specialize in and it's outstanding. I ordered the Spicy BBQ chicken with scallion pancakes. The chicken had a perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors, which I really appreciated. The scallion pancakes were definitely authentic--far superior to most restaurants I've tried. The service was quick and efficient, making the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. Highly recommend this spot for anyone looking for great food in a welcoming atmosphere!

On a Friday evening I decided to try Tofu Story. At 6:45pm. the establishment seemed half full, so…read moreI received a seat immediately. I ended up ordering the seafood soondubu ($18.99). I first received some banchan - cabbage kimchi, radish kimchi, fried fish cake, and stewed radish strips. They were all excellent. The cabbage kimchi had a rich seafood stock flavor with some smokiness to it. The radish kimchi had actually absorbed flavor rather than just sitting in brine. The fish cake had a hondashi-like umami, and the sliced onions tasted like they came out of a gyudon - soaked through with soy sauce. They also brought out a small sample of their housemade tofu before the main dish. It was soft and silky. The seafood soondubu ($18.99) was equally excellent. The tofu had enough flavor to stand on its own; it wasn't just a protein filler. The seafood had some smokiness/ wok hei to it, which wouldn't be out of place in a bowl of jjampong. The soondubu here might be a couple of dollars more than other nearby establishments, but it's well worth it.

One of the few spots in Boston that has korean potato salad!! The kimchi was sweet and not spicy at…read moreall, despite the peppers. Small space and menu and it takes some time to get seated. Initially the spicy squid and pork wasn't spicy to me because the sauce was settling at the bottom so mix that up well for a medium kick! The pork has inconsistent sizes but all fatty cuts like pork belly. I'd like to try other dishes and take some more slightly chunky potato salad home again

Hearty and comforting food! We came on a Tuesday night and service was quick and attentive…read more Portions are great for sharing and I enjoyed everything we ate. - Gamjatang was very good. The meat was fall off the bone, soup wasn't spicy, and the portion is perfect! We couldn't finish it between three people (keep in mind we did order other dishes) - Spicy Cheese Jokbal: wow I've never had stir fried trotters and I'm so glad we got it! If you're a fan of the gelatinous Jokbal and want more flavor, this is the dish to order. I couldn't stop eating it lol. - Mul Naeng Myun was so refreshing and balanced out our meal perfectly. Only good things to say! Would definitely come back and eat again.

Always a amazing time here , food is great and atmosphere is great !…read more Service is always great Have been going here for many many years with many more years to come I love the galbi and the pork belly ooooooo makes my mouth water just talking about it Plenty of side dishes to suit your taste buds needs

3 stars seem harsh because the service was honestly great, server and owner/manager were really…read morenice :( We had Bibimbap and Bibim Naengmyeon. Bibimbap was alright but Bibim Naengmyeon was not good, it has wayy too much sauce (it was mainly just tangy from too much rice vinegar) and no egg. I think the restaurant has potential and definitely deserves another chance. Perhaps I will try something different when I go back.

Do you want some yummy drinks and delicious Korean tapas alongside? Guess what, this is the place…read moreto be!!! From the good music, to the very attentive staff, this place is a VIBE! Loved all of the food I got and ESPECIALLY the delicious drinks!! Personally, the love potion was sooooooo good!!! And I loved the Galbi skewers, absolutely delicious and the sauce was YUM! You gotta check this place out, you won't regret it!!

Found a great place that doesn't close at 8pm. This place is open late with dim lit lights. It's…read moreright on Harvard Street off the Coolidge Corner stop with street parking. Came to this place for the tapas but I was surprised to see there speciality's which were on the pricier side for more than $30 a dish. The waiters were nice and attentive and the menu is a QR scan code. We got a few tapas to share including the fried spam which had a great presentation in a the spam can. We got the fried rice cake which was better than I expected. It came with 3 on a stick and with 2 dipping which we mixed. They also had special tapas are more dinner sized for around more then $20 each dish. We got the Army Stew and it came with a variety of different sausages, spam and ramen. The dish seemed small when it first came out but was well sized for a meal. Would definitely want to come back for a drink but overall a great place for a late night bite. The vibes are great and we just spent time talking. It has a clean bathroom with Aesop soap, it is a little small but it felt really nice.

I decided to try Haju based on a recommendation from a social media account focused on Boston food…read morethat I follow. I should have read reviews first because a lot of them, regardless of when they were written, reflect my experience. The interior is frankly pretty sad--no decorations, dim lighting, and the only thing on the walls was ads for some of their menu items. My mom and I decided to stay since we figured if the food was good then that was what was most important. Sadly the food was not good. The banchan was weird: we got a dish of fish cakes, potato and macaroni salad, and pickled white onions. No kimchi at all. We only liked the fish cakes, which weren't the best we've had as they were pretty oily, but we agreed they were the best part of the meal. The other two were flavorless. I had the hot stone pot bibimbap with beef. I'm pretty sure the beef was ground hamburger meat as others have mentioned which was very disappointing. I had to drown the dish in gochujang to make it palatable and I didn't finish eating it. The only thing preventing me from giving this place one star is the staff, who were very friendly. They refilled the dish of fish cakes more than once which I appreciated as many Korean restaurants don't refill banchan.

Came here after Zumba class at the Y as the place next door was packed…read more I ordered the vegetarian soondobu which is essentially a tofu and vegetable soup with egg and comes with rice. It was boiling hot, had to wait for it to cool some. But I liked it. Hubs ordered the beef bibimbap and he liked his dish too. Was sizzling hot when it arrived. Service was efficient, they bring a bottle of water and glasses for the table. The server also agreed to take photos of us when he had a moment. They did get busy while we were there. Free wi-fi - they wrote the password on a post it for us. Overall good experience.

A member of our party doesn't eat seafood or other meats besides chicken, so Iru was the perfect…read morerestaurant for them: where chicken is the star of the show. We arrived at our reservation time and were seated promptly. They had 4 set menus to choose from or an à la carte option that does not include their signature samgyetang. We got the lowest priced set menu, which included all their banchan plus the choice of sweet shrimp or scallop, and we didn't feel we were missing out on anything. Higher priced tiers included additional items such as galbi or crab, but our meal was plenty filling and tasty without them. All the food we were served was delicious. The 9 banchan dishes we got included a variety of kimchi, seaweed, and vegetables and were a decent portion size to share a set between two people. After we finished most of our banchan, the samgyetang was brought out and put on portable heaters on our table, where the servers broke the chicken down right in front of us. The chicken was so tender and delicious, and the broth was flavorful and hearty, but not heavy. We were given one chicken to share for every 2 people, and the portion size made for a very filling dinner. Although pricey, this was the perfect place to go for our special occasion. The servers were friendly and attentive, and the decor was simple and clean. I would definitely come back again!

Iru is a Korean restaurant in Brookline, Ma. There were four tiers with ascending prices per person…read morefor the set menus. We are told that the restaurant owner, Chef Hajime Yamazaki, uses his mother's recipes and the restaurant signature is their samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup) which is offered with each set. Each set comes with nine house-made banchan (side dishes). I feel that this restaurant makes a great experience for two. I came as a family of four, two children, and it was just enough food. The sides dishes that accompanied the main was very tasty. I especially enjoyed the zucchini. The scallop was delicious. My husband especially enjoyed the chapjae noodles, claiming it was the best he has ever had. I think its appeal was simple clean ingredients. The jokbal, boiled belly, was very clean tasting as well. I was a bit disappointed with this one item and wished I went with the alternative option on the menu. As for the main chicken ginseng soup, our waiter, served this dish to us while telling us the concept of the restaurant, about the owner and his journey and mother's recipe. The story, about 5 minutes long was enjoyable while she took apart and served us the soup. I wished she didn't shred the entire chicken the way she did, literally to shreds. I would have liked to pull apart the chicken myself and served my kids. I understand many Korean restaurants have the server serve by the table but for this dish, I would have liked to serve my family myself. The taste was very clean. I do wish it had a bit more white pepper flavor. Customer service was outstanding. I would recommend going as a couple or group of four at most. Reservations are recommended. There is street parking. During my visit, walk-ins were being accepted since the restaurant was not completely booked. The server had to explain to walk-in patrons that the restaurant is strict on their set menus and that it was dine in service only.