I walked into Perilla fully intending to grab a few happy hour bites, call it a day, and maybe come back another time for the "real" experience. Then I saw the KBBQ menu and all bets were off. I immediately pivoted and ordered the chef's tasting set, the Diweji, featuring pork jowl, pork collar, and pork belly, complete with an assortment of banchan. Zero regrets. And here's the part that should tell you everything you need to know: I am a certified radish hater. I avoid it whenever possible. Yet somehow, I found myself repeatedly reaching for the radish banchan and asking for more. Even the soup - which also featured radish - was absolutely delicious. If Perilla can convert someone who actively dislikes radish into a fan for one meal, that's saying something. The soju was exactly what I wanted with Korean barbecue: crisp, clean, and refreshing. I appreciate that it was neutral rather than overly sweet. The flavored, sweeter versions aren't really my thing unless the food is setting my mouth on fire. Speaking of spice, the wings were good: juicy, well-executed, and satisfying but I kept wishing they packed a little more heat. They weren't spicy at all, and a bigger kick would have taken them from very good to unforgettable. As for the meats, the pork jowl was gloriously rich and fatty, exactly what you'd expect from that cut. The pork collar ended up being my favorite: flavorful, tender, and with just the right balance of meat and fat. The pork belly was comforting and familiar - the classic KBBQ staple done well, with beautifully rendered edges and that indulgent quality that makes it a crowd-pleaser for a reason. The set also came with potatoes that were unexpectedly delicious. My only complaint? It was far too much food for one person. The service deserves its own mention. Everyone was warm, attentive, and genuinely kind. The entire meal was delivered with efficiency and a smile, making a solo diner feel completely comfortable lingering and enjoying the experience. What I thought would be a quick happy hour stop turned into one of my favorite meals. read more

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We came to perilla as a group and we really enjoyed it! The meats were all high quality and delicious! Staff were super friendly, engaging, and helpful. Restaurant was clean, well designed, and you could tell management was actively engaged. Worth a visit if you're craving Korean BBQ! read more

The moment we stepped in I felt we were transported to an underground speakeasy. What I really love is the two level dining area, and how dark the lighting is in here. Love me some low lighting! We came here for after dinner drinks, so unfortunately I can't comment on the food. Although, it looked and smelled so good. The cocktail menu has an array of very unique cocktails, with a few that are saki infused. Their cocktails are mainly batched because of how busy they are, so modifications likely cannot be made, which was the only downside. read more

PERILLA korean fare - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I was out here for a work convention and one of my coworkers suggested to come here and they had reservations available for a big group. This is definitely and upscale dinning experience in Chicago. The staff were very friendly and helpful. They suggested a few things to us to order. We have multiple cuts of meat that were prepped by a cook at a perfect temperature. He cut them perfectly for each one of us to try every single cut. We ordered a rice bowl that was delicious! It does contain pork even though it doesn't clearly say it. Some coworkers ordered tea that came in a unique presentation. The dessert was delicious! Super light, a small portion and just perfect to wrap the meal. I would definitely visit one of these locations again and it is more for special occasions and a more upscale experience. read more

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Perilla has incredible staff that goes above and beyond, beautiful interior design, an excellent vibe, and most importantly stellar food. I recommend this place for any special occasion or celebration. I was absolutely blown away by the Korean fried chicken wings and shishito peppers. read more

PERILLA korean fare - Korean Fried Chicken Wings and Blistered Shishito Peppers - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

One of my all-time favorite meals, an experience and food I won't forget. An elevated Korean bbq experience - the perfect unique twist. The inside has a few small rooms and a patio, more space than it seems but feels more intimate that way. Tried: shishito peppers, kimchi fried rice, chef's tasting plate, banchan Loved: All the food and service was spectacular. The chef's tasting plate was perfect for two of us to split, with the Wagyu being a highlight - the most tender meat I've ever had. Just amazing. The tallow for the grill added flavor to the bbq beyond normal butter and the sauces and banchan were great. The kimchi fried rice with bacon was served in a hot bowl and really kept it warm as we ate it with our bbq. The service was amazing - everyone was constantly checking on us and giving great recommendations. Onyx did an amazing job serving us as well as the rest of the staff! read more

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Food was excellent. Ambience was cute-- I would say nice casual is fine for this place. Service: it's interesting that they cook some of your meat for you, however during the service, the guy dropped some of the meat on the table, said "oops" and then proceeded to pick it up from the table and put on our plate, kind of unfortunate considering how much you pay for the menu. FYI the menu for the kbbq is per person. read more

Perilla is my go-to takeout spot for when I need something to eat for dinner. I love the fire chicken Korean meal plate. The chicken is spicy and tender, balanced well with the side salad and kimchi. I usually choose the pork dumplings and they are always crispy. I've ordered the tteokbokki rice cakes and the kimchi jigae in the past but noticed that the portion size of the soup keeps getting smaller. The ambiance of the restaurant is very chic and the hostess is always courtesy and quick with grabbing my order. read more

PERILLA korean fare - Korean Meal Plate - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Impromptu friday night dinner where we managed to snag two lounge seats by calling ahead! We ordered: - gochujang pork ribs (a little pricey but so tender, great kick of spice, 9.5/10) - kimchi fried rice (solid portion size, paired well with the meat, 9/10) - stone bowl bibimbop w chicken (really liked the variety of veggies, 9.5/10) - la galbi (a little bit chewy but great marinade and we loved the mushrooms, 8.5/10) - complimentary kimchi (like 6 different kinds!! 100/10) - ice cream sundae dessert (crispy rice puffs, salty caramel, light cake base, incredible 10/10) Service was fantastic, we were always well taken care of even though they were very busy and we were in a little nook. The lounge area can be a little loud with music and a larger group seating area -- we didn't mind but wanted to note for others. Also happened to run into Thomas who was incredibly kind and welcoming, generously gifted us the yummiest dessert. Need to come back to try the wagyu on the main kbbq menu! read more

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Took my wife here for a late Birthday dinner..this place was perfect..was it expensive yep.. but worth every penny. Great service...Great atmosphere..Great food..Will be back !! Maybe not go all top shelf with the meat choices next time.. depends on how nice my wife is to me this year Highly recommend this fantastic place read more

PERILLA korean fare - I love her - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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3.5/5 The food at perilla is excellent- specifically the banchan (eggplant!!!!) and the protein (wagyu). However portion size is relatively small. The banchan is replenished without charge which is lovely. They have a separate GF menu with 5 appetizers, 4 proteins, and sizes. read more

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Not much of the Korean fare. This place has a cute setting, clean, crisp and western atmosphere. Food is ok, but cannot say is amazing. The drinks were good. We had the Cloud 9 and Honey I strung the figs, both were quite unique and very good, surprisingly. What bugged me most was that the whole restaurant seemed to have only one waiter who takes orders. He was quite friendly and detailed in explaining.each and everything. But, that was exactly the problem. The waiter spent so much time on each table upfront. I got way impatient after a while waiting for him to come back to check on us. If we would have known better, we should have ordered and requested everything upfront. We did not expect him to have forgotten (or ignored) us for that long of time. In addition, I would have thought that the food, cooked and uncooked, would at least come out one after the other, at a steady pace. Well ok, they did come at a pace, but a very slow pace, very non-continuing. E.g the rice came out only when almost all meat was gone. So we never warmed up to the mood of having a satisfying meal as we have minimal on the table at any time to work on. Not quite satisfying as a dining meal experience. However, and however, If you want to come and take your time to chat and chat for the whole night, it might be the place. Have fun and enjoy your time with minimal interruption. No rush at all! I usually prefer good food first and then reasonably attentive service. So. I'd have to pass on this place. There are other better Korean fare for food out there. read more

I ordered take out. I was really looking for some old school traditional Korean food so be forewarned this is not it. Although not traditional, food was good, I got the kimchi jigae and the dukboki. The kimchi jigae i wish it was more sour and had more kimchi. There was a lot more pork and rice cakes. It only came with a small rice whic was super tiny so that was disappointing but I'll def get the medium rice next time because that's more the normal portion. Side dishes don't come standard with an entree so you have to order it, at a cost so I opted against it. The dukboki was not the classic style either but the flavor was really good and super spicy! I had to eat it with the rice haha but it was really good! read more

If you're interested in elevating your Korean bbq experience, this is a spot to try. Please note the portions are much smaller and everything is paid a la cart unlike the normal korean bbq where it comes with large portions, rice, side dishes, vegetables, sauces, and soup. That's why I call it more elevated! As appetizers, we had the scallion pancake and korean fried chicken. Both were very good with the korean rice wine we ordered. Meats and seafood can be chosen a la cart or with a choice of tiered tasting menus. We got the pork belly tasting menu and a premium tier with beef along with some seafood items a la cart. I recommend the premium beef tasting, which I thought the portions were enough only for 1 person, but i think it was supposed to be for 2. We had to pay extra to get the lettuce and sauce. Extra cost for side dishes, which you only get 4 small plates with no refills. The food was pretty decent and service was okay. read more

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The ambiance of this place is amazing. The food was expensive but delicious. There was a little mix up with our food order but we ended up getting everything. read more

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It was a nice space. The food was good, just on the pricey side. However, it was still fulfilling. My friend order a matcha cocktail and mentioned that it was delicious. I'm not a drinker, but i do like matcha. If she said that it was good, i would take her words for it. The meat cut came out pretty nice and was delicious. the beef cuts were smooth and easy to eat. I enjoy the sides a lot they help give flavor to the meat. I would recommend this place, however if you want an ACYE, you will need to go somewhere else. read more

Just an absolutely striking dining room. Professional attentive and knowledgeable service. We started with a bulgogi and rice cake dish that had a great combination of flavors and textures. The waitress guided us to a great selection of beef and we added on some scallops and shrimp. The banchan set thoughtfully assembled with more great flavors and textures. Really nice bourbon cocktail. read more

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FLAVOR (4/5): They have some really high quality meats here! The stone pot rich had crispy rice bottoms which is always the best part. The shishito peppers were also a nice touch, very juicy and flavorful. INSTAGRAM WORTHY (4/5): The restaurant on the outside looks long and skinny and the inside does reflect a smaller intimate space! They have a tasting for their meats which makes it feel more elevated compared to your normal KBBQ. SERVICE (4/5): Our server had a lot of good recommendations but service is a bit slow here. We had to flag them down in order to catch our transit out of there on time. One of our cups had a chip in them so check your items to not get cut! TAKEAWAYS: In my opinion good quality but too expensive for the amount of food you get. It really bothered me that in traditional Korean restaurants the side dishes like kimchi and radish come for free with refills but here you need to pay a hefty fee for them. read more

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I'll start by saying there are two locations now, so make sure you make your reservations at the correct one. Fortunately, it wasn't busy so they were able to change our reservations location. Needless to say service was and has been fast and excellent everytime I have visited. The meal comes with the bean Sprout Soup which is actually very flavorful and a nice way to wake up the pallete. (5/5) The blistered shishito peppers have crushed nuts and dried anchovies on them for flavor. It's a very unique dish, but it does get boring to eat as the flavor only seems pleasant for the first few bites. (2/5) Kimchi Croquette Delicious for what it is, but it loses alot of the strong kimchi flavor. If it wasn't in the name I wouldn't have known there was kimchi in it. Still delicious though. (4/5) Bulgogi Marinated beef with rice cakes and veggies. This is arguably my favorite simple korean dish and this execution was noteworthy. It's similar to others I have had but with a nice char flavor on the meat. (5/5) We ordered the middle ranged steak platters and the selection for price seems to be the best value. Meat quality was great but it is a very expensive dinner. If you want to order the sample platters choose this one for the most meat for your dollar. Overall, excellent food and service, but the price definitely means it's not for everyday consumption. read more

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Overall the lounge menu was good. The service and environment is great and staff is so sweet, overall had a nice night out. I'd like to come back sometime to try the KBBQ. The best item was definitely the fried chicken. It's hand breaded and so crispy. The bimbimbop was good but no option for stone bowl. The fried sweet and sour pork sounded good but not what I was expecting, I was assuming it would just be crispy pork belly but it was tempura fried. The sauce was great though we took it home and ended up cooking chicken with it with what was leftover. The sauce had some veggies in it and was great. The Korean JJ noodles were good and a large portion. Overall I value flavor first and then cost, I've had a variety of good Korean food but generally at a lower price so I'm not sure this is for a perfect fit for me but it was still a nice time and the staff was fabulous. Thanks Perilla! read more

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Wow, I am obsessed! This place blew away my expectations. Everything was fabulous! Cute spot, had a group of 7 and they had a big table for us! Service was good, drinks took awhile to come out, but other than that great! I had a glass of white wine to start which was the perfect starter. From the starters section we tried the a5 wage Cho bop, this was literally the most amazing bite, so much flavor cooked to perfection. The blistered shishito peppers were very good! The scallion pancake was okay, it was very crunchy. The chicken wings with yum yum were great! Full of flavor! From the for the table section we got the honey butter potatoes, these were insane. Sooo crispy and perfect. The rice cake royale was good, but I would recommend the prime beef fried rice over it! The beef was amazing and the rice had crispy pieces. This was one of my favorite dishes. On the grille we got scallops. This was the best scallop I have had. It melted in my mouth. The marinated short rib was amazing, soooo tender. I would pass on the pork belly next time, it was a bit too crispy for me and very small. I can't wait to come back here, this is one of my new favorites. read more

PERILLA korean fare - Pork belly - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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We made a reservation on a Sunday at 5:15pm to celebrate my birthday. Our server Mags was very informative with the selection and offered a couple of suggestions on both cocktails and the tasting plates. We ended up ordering 2 cocktails, the traditional and premium tasting plates, and the perilla sets. The tasting menus were first grilled by one of the grilling crew, and after he instructed us on one, he said we would be able to finish the rest on our own. Here are my individual takes on each item: Cloud 9 - sweeter end with a nice matcha finish Golden Hour - sweet, refreshing, citrus-forward drink Pork Dumplings - 5/5 my husband said they were the best dumplings he'd ever had! They were crisped to perfection, and the sauce was tangy, sweet, and savory. Rice Cake Royale - 3/5 pretty decent and filling dish. Sweetened, fire-grilled bulgogi with large, chewy rice cakes. We opted not to finish this dish to have room for our tasting plates. Traditional Menu - 4.5/5 we really enjoyed the traditional stylings of pork belly and marinated LA Kalbi. Definitely were some of our favorite bites of the evening. Premium Menu - 2/5 decently sized cubes of a variety of beefs. Honestly, I don't really like non-marinated Kalbi for Korean bbq, so this menu was so-so for us. I'd probably prefer an American steak over this. Assorted Banchans - 4/5 the white and regular kimchis were pretty on the mark. I had a few kimchi wraps with my rice! I enjoyed the crispiness of the jalapeno pickle. The scallion salad also paired pretty well with the meats. The pickled radish was a little too fermented for my taste; it might have been better a little sweeter. Soybean Paste Soup and Rice - 2/5 we got one bowl of rice for the couple, so this was a little surprising for us since most KBBQ places give you one rice per person. The soybean paste soup did not have as deep/umami of a flavor as I'm used to. I also prefer a bit more kick in my soups. Generally, we enjoyed our visit to Perilla for the service and ambience. Next time, we might stick to some of the specials and order more a la carte so that we pick our favorites. At the end of our visit, Mags brought out a couple of soju shots to celebrate our special occasion! All in all, a lovely and memorable night! read more

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I have wanted to dine in here soooo long!!! I had some A5 wagyu pieces and chobops, I thought a bit too much rice under that meat but u cant go wrong with thinly but cooked perfect wagyu with some caviar on top and some sushi rice with it. Honey butter potato was ok, interesting but dont need to have it again, side dishes were fresh and nice, kimchi arancini was interesting, dont need them again, pork belly was nice, wagyu hanger was nice, and bavette was nice too. I would definitely dine here again. I didnt go for it as I had to drive but they have very nice selection of wine and more. Servers are very nice too. read more

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I am from LA and gave this restaurant a visit when I was in Chicago. I was so excited to try this place, given its high ratings and Michelin Bib Gourmands. Unfortunately, this place did not live up to the hype The food was quite standard and lacked the wow factor you'd expect from a Bib Gourmand spot. The only things that wow'd me were the prices. Aren't Bib Gourmand ratings given to restaurants to for its high quality taste at great values? The food was good, but I wouldn't say it's HIGH quality. Also, how is this place good value? They charged $15 for banchan, which is typically complimentary and refillable for free at most Korean restaurants. To make matters worse, they charged an outrageous $25 for a bottle of soju, which is unheard of, even in high-cost cities like LA. The service was also lacking. They forgot a few dishes and we had to repeatedly ask for updates and water. The ambience was nice but it felt like they purposefully didn't tend to our table as much as they did the other tables. Overall, I was disappointed and wouldn't recommend it, especially with so many other great Korean BBQ spots out there. read more

My taste buds are still recovering from the flavor explosion; they clearly have a secret potion because everything was unbelievably delicious. My go-to's are scallion pancakes, prime beef fried rice, and all things wagyu. But guys. Tonight I almost proposed to the bulgogi in the rice cakes starter. My only complaint? I can't eat here every single day.. Also have to mention it was my birthday, and even though I booked super last minute (shoutout to my awesome fam for the surprise visit!), the staff went full hospitality ninja mode. Honestly, it turned into the highlight of my day. read more

Perilla catered our group's social event recently and we had nothing less than a fantastic experience! From the get-go, the team was professional and super responsive, which made planning the logistics very easy. Day-of, the food arrived piping hot and smelled amazing! We ordered the garlic chicken, fire chicken, veggie bibimbop, honey butter potatoes, veggie japchae, and salad with lemon-plum dressing. Everything was absolutely delicious- both chicken dishes were super tender, flavorful, and fresh, but I was partial to the spicy kick of the fire chicken! The bibimbop stole the show for me, however. The rice was perfectly sticky and moist, and the scrambled eggs served on top were fluffy, rich, and probably among the best I've had. Don't get me started on the sauce- I could drink it! Among the rest of the crew, the japchae overall seemed to be the favorite, with a light, refreshing flavor and crunchy fresh veggies. I thought the potatoes would be crispy and sweeter, but they were closer to soft, herby baked potatoes. Still tasty, just not expected. Everyone left full and in high spirits. To those planning an event, I can't recommend Perilla enough as a delicious and unique option. It's also not easy to prepare orders in advance for an offsite group, so I imagine their food is even more stellar in-house. I absolutely can't wait to visit and try more of the menu! read more

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Price does not always reflect quality. The ambiance and the service were good. Would've been okay with a little less interaction so we could finish our conversation. That said, service was friendly and prompt. The main reason for the two stars is the food. In one word: underwhelming. I understand that fusion restaurants may tone down the intensity to appeal to a wider audience, but it's unfortunate when the flavors end up feeling lackluster. We had the Valentine's prix fixe menu, which was $89 per person. It seems plenty on paper, but honestly, we might just stick to AYCE KBBQ for the same price with more authentic flavor. And seriously, why give two people just one bowl of ice cream--with a single scoop? Were we supposed to share for romance or laughs? Lol, it was pretty comical. There were some highlights--the rose gnoccbokki and the matcha ice cream. This might be a good spot for those who haven't acquired a taste for Korean flavors, but if you're looking for something more authentic, this isn't it. read more

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Very good food and great service but honestly a little expensive for the atmosphere and food portions. Soju drinks good and kimchee was great. We had the classic meats, scallion pancakes and lions mane mushrooms were good. Sauces reallly added Flavor to each dish. But this is a Michelin recognized place for a reason. read more

My husband and I celebrated our anniversary at Perilla Fare and it was an amazing time. The food was super delicious and the staff were so amazing. This is not a traditional Korean bbq but rather an elevated Korean bbq experience. They have the most prime meats and the kimchi is homemade. The vibe can be intimate for a date night but also fun for a group of people. read more

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Our table wasn't ready so we went to get a drink in back lounge. Cute lounge. You can choose from a tasting menu or a la carte menu. We did a la carte. Pork belly, wagyu and short ribs. Korean pancakes, Kimchi stew and the grill accompaniments. Super yummy and we were so full. Meats are grilled by the wait staff. Service was great and attentive. read more

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CHICAGO, IL 60654 / KOREAN / DINNER +Customer service was excellent. +The restaurant space and decor was very nice. -The meat cuts were very stringy and tough. Not sure it was worth the price. -The side dishes were meh, for having to pay for a set. read more

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After attending the One of Kind Show at the Merchandise Mart my daughter and I came here for dinner. While in Chicago I wanted to try either Perilla steakhouse or Perilla fare and this place was a short walking distance from the Merchandise mart. We didn't feel like cooking the meats so opted for the bar area in the back. We ordered fire chicken, grilled Galbi and a set of banchan. Everything was delicious. Excellent service. read more

PERILLA korean fare - Grilled galbi - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I really wanted to like this place. The vibe was 100/10. I absolutely loved the interior paintings and the artwork displayed throughout the restaurant. The vibe is romantic and sexy, yet homey. Now, onto the food. I'm a big lover of KBBQ and have tried many spots, but this place was a disappointment. I love fine dining when it makes sense, like those places where you just want to say, "Take my money!" But not this place. My boyfriend took me here as one of our early dates, and this place has been on my list to try. We ordered kimchi fried rice with spam ($18), Chef's Tasting Plates ($75), and Grill Accompaniments ($15). I was thrown off at the cost of the grill accompaniments because these usually come included with KBBQ. The grill accompaniments included banchan (side dishes), ssam (wraps with a few lettuces and 2 perilla leaves, which is ironic the fact that the restaurant is named Perilla), and scallion muchim. It all felt catered toward non-Koreans. The radish soup that they served before the meal was very salty, and I usually like my food salty and spicy. My bf and I each got a cocktail, and I think mine was called an old friend? It was a soju and yuja cocktail, which was the highlight of this meal. When they brought out the spread for the Chef's Tasting Plates, my bf and I couldn't help but laugh at the portion sizes. The presentation was quite shocking. I usually take pictures of everything, but I think I was quite stunned that day. The Chef's Tasting Plates included 2 cubes of Miyazaki A5 Wagyu. Quite the beauty, but 2 pieces?! We couldn't help but giggle during this entire meal. After this came the 4 pieces of dwenjang (soybean) cured pork belly. Once again, I was speechless and forgot to take pics/vids LOL. The Wagyu was delicious, but what a freaking tease. Kimchi fried rice was extremely buttery and salty from a THICC overload of spam. Honestly, I like my kimchi fried rice way more, and my bf agrees. The USDA Prime Ribeye Cap- also delicious, but a tease. Fine dining is a vibe, but I personally wouldn't come back. When you eat something yummy, you want to take your friends and family. If I took my parents there, I'd get slapped for unnecessary spending on things they can make better at home. Still a fun and hilarious experience. I would experience it once, just for the experience. One last thing, they charge for kitchen support for grilling the meats... (which we weren't aware of, maybe missed it on their menu- idk). The struggle was real, and I've never had such a CRISPY beef brisket lol. Our server was nice, but his cooking was not it. Marinated USDA prime ribeye was also CRISPY. My bf and I kept locking eyes cause I wanted to take over SO bad. Vibe 100/10, Food: T_T, company: 10/10. read more

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Korean bbq is such a soul food and I've spent many satisfying dinners here. They have everything you need, various cuts of meat (marinated and not), soups, and other yummy condiments. You MUST order the LA galbi. It's absolutely delicious with a perfect balance of sweet and savory!! The beef is great quality too, juicy and full of flavor. I think this is their best cut on the menu and prefer it over the non-marinated ones. Pair it with their scallion muchim and kimchi for the full authentic experience. I LOVE their kimchi, it feels super home made and I always make sure to buy extra to take home. For soups, the tofu is the best It has a lot of depth and the perfect amount of spice to end a meaty meal. The soy bean one is a bit watered down imo. LA galbi $38* short rib (marinated) $34 ribeye $42 filet mignon $42 korean fried chicken $24 silken tofu stew $15* scallion muchim $5* blistered shishito peppers $15 honey butter potatoes $15 kimchi $2* 시카고 포스팅은 Perilla로 시작!! 역시 고기를 구워야 컨디션 회복이 잘 된다. 부위도 꽤 다양하고 고기 퀄리티도 좋아서 자주 가게 된다. 베스트는 LA 갈비 달짝한 양념과 신선한 파무침의 조합은 말모해. 생고기보다 갈비가 훨씬 맛있다. 김치도 넘나굳! 깔끔하면서 개운한 서울 스타일로 딱 집에서 먹는 느낌이다. 따로 판매도 하시니까 집갈때 포장해가기~ 찌개 부분에서는 순두부 추천! 적당하게 짭잘하면서 매콤한게 기름진 식사의 완벽한 마무리다. 된장 찌개는... 국 느낌...? 요건 비추다. read more

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I hosted a work dinner here in August. I was excited to show my coworkers Korean bbq and this had been on my list for a while. I haven't had kbbq in the city in so long. I've been going to the northern suburbs. The restaurant was pretty empty but was semi-full by the time we left. I don't remember what we ordered, but I remember the service being disappointing. For a place where the customer grills their own food, I was surprised at the lag between our dishes. Were they marinating it to order? It's not like the portion sizes in each dish were significant. Servers were explaining and dropping off dishes we didn't order. For a bill of almost $1k, a bit sore about the experience. Don't get me wrong, the place looks pretty. Congrats on opening a larger location closer to downtown. read more

Overhyped--don't think it's worth it for the price and feels a bit pretentious. The Korean BBQ was good, don't get me wrong but for the price, you can definitely get the equivalent if not more elsewhere. When it comes to banchan, you'll be expected to pay a la carte. Personally, I think this takes away from the Korean BBQ experience. It feels like a burden to have to order these separately, especially at a whopping $2 per small little sauce dish or $20 set for a table of 4. If you're coming with a large group, be expected to pay a high price just for banchan. Even then, I wouldn't say the banchan is anything amazing. They actually do not offer a large selection either. As for appetizers and entrees, I was also not amused for the most part. The Korean Kimchi Pancake came burnt. The Pork Dumplings were really dry. However, those were redeemed by the Korean Scallion Pancake (which was pretty standard still) and wings. What I was most excited for was the Silken Tofu Stew, but that was also a dissapointment. It lacked the umami anchovy flavor that a good Korean tofu soup usually has. All in all, would prefer to spend my money at a smaller mom and pop place. read more

PERILLA korean fare - From top to bottom: Pork Dumplings, Korean Kimchi Pancake, Korean Fried Chicken Wings, Vegetable Dumplings, Korean Scallion Pancake - Korean Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Disappointing experience - our waitress kept pushing us to order more & more food - an excessive about of food that we definitely did not need. She was not attentive - we had to wave her down several times - she spent time at other tables visiting & laughing with the customers there. Did not love the meat heavy meal nor the pacing or order that the food was delivered to our table - everything was brought out at the same time (starters, salads, meat, rice, etc) - though some of the items were very tasty. Also there were no dessert options - again we had to wave her down to ask about dessert and she said they had nothing to offer. Overall not somewhere I'd recommend. read more

Came here with some friends and wanted to give perilla a try. It was pretty underwhelming to say the least. The food was good but was it amazing and worth the money? Not really. The portions were small and the meat quality was not that great to justify the total meal. I will say the staff was nice and friendly and the food came relatively on time but I just left underwhelmed by the whole experience. read more

The menu looks expensive but we don't think it's worth the money... it's an American Korean bbq place. They charged $20 just for the side dishes, salad, and lettuce wraps. And there were only 4 side dishes! We ordered pork belly, American Wagyu, and 2 orders of filet mignon. The pork belly was ok. But the American wagyu was lowly marbled, and filet mignon was dry. This place is not cost efficient. We were not full with satisfactory. They also charged us 5% for grilling for us which they didn't advise in advance that it would be an additional cost, and the server left us in the middle of grilling and we had to start grilling on our own or the pork belly would have gotten burned!! Their payment system had tip % options starting from 22% to 30%. The interiors and lightings generally were dark. More going for the romantic vibe I suppose. read more

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So glad we finally tried this place! All the boxes were checked: friendly service, cool atmosphere in a historic building, and absolutely the food. Even the soup that the meal starts with blew our minds. We enjoyed all the meats that we grilled--also the scallops were amazing--and some flavorful side dishes. The banchan felt a step above what you get at other Korean restaurants. One person in our party was celebrating a birthday, and the staff made him feel special. Overall a terrific experience; we'll be back. read more