Nothing hits quite like Korean BBQ after a long, strenuous hike…read more I stopped by while visiting Seattle, and this meal was exactly what I needed. The kalbi was well-marinated, tender, and packed with flavor. It's been a long time since I've had Korean BBQ this good. I also ordered the seafood pancake, which was loaded with seafood and the perfect texture inside. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, always checking in to make sure we had everything we needed.

Came here for a girls' dinner and unfortunately, the service was awful. The meat was low quality…read moreand very fatty, which is especially disappointing since everything is à la carte and you expect better quality for the price. The set meals were also very pricey. There are definitely much better Korean BBQ options around. I wouldn't come back or recommend this place save your time and money.

If you're ever craving a homemade Korean meal, this is a place to consider. I visited around 2 pm,…read moreso it was relatively quiet (not a complaint), and the menu was simple, with tofu soups as the main focus. I ordered the A combo with beef ribs and seafood soup (medium spice level), along with an additional dol nak bibimbap. The beef was tender with a sweet marinade. The soup was enjoyable - I was so eager to try it that I forgot to take a photo! Free side dish refills were also provided, and the staff were amazing! The dol nak bibimbap wasn't particularly flavorful to my taste. I think the intention was to highlight the simple ingredients like perilla leaf, finely diced marinated squid, and sesame oil aroma. The crispy rice at the bottom was a definite plus. I would return again when I'm craving hot seafood tofu soup.

A lunch outing today (8/04/24) with my wife and son at around noon. Got seated at a table right…read morenear the entrance since it was pretty packed inside for lunchtime. Took a look at the menu and noticed the Combo Special prices went up again, since the last time we came to this restaurant! The Beef Bulgogi and Tofu Soup combo showed a price of $37.99! I recall it being $28.99 - $34.99 in the past 2-3 years! Dunno why the prices keep going up, but that's something we realized while checking out the menu, which has been pretty much the same ever since the first time. Our complimentary fried fish and side dishes were dropped off at our table shortly after placing our food order. Then about 10 minutes later, we received the Bibimbap and Beef Bulgogi. Seemed like the meat dish's portion size dropped once again! It used to be a bigger sized plate, if I remember correctly... Anyway, we enjoyed our food and atmosphere while we dined in. Service was great, as usual. But the prices keep going up, so we do not drop by as often as before.

High quality meat, delicious marinades, and excellent service! Ronnie was our server and did an…read moreincredible job of being helpful, friendly, and accommodating. They had a decent selection of banchan and were happy to bring more. We were very happy with the AYCE offering for lunch, the meat options, and the sides. I will definitely be back and would highly recommend!

Revisited after some months have gone by. Our server was great and attentive given how busy today…read morewas. The banchan was a lot better this time, the bean sprouts did not have that dishwatery smell like last time. Total was 109.42 after tip and premium dinner is now 41.95. If you're craving KBBQ it's a good one to check out.

Came here for my birthday and had a 10/10 experience! I'm from Southern California and there's a…read morelot of amazing Korean food in both LA and OC, but this place made me feel right at home with the high quality cuts of meat, plenty of banchan, stellar desserts, and frankly, even better service from our wonderful waitress We came with 4 people and had the lunch special, picking out 3 different types of meat. I can't recall the exact cuts we chose, but they were all so delicious! You get butter to grill with it. The kimchi was not too fresh nor too fermented. One of our party is allergic to shellfish the staff were so accommodating to her allergy, making sure to clearly separate anything that could have been cross-contaminated and communicating clearly to us all. We were checked on the perfect amount of times and when we ordered dessert, both the yuzu and matcha cheesecakes were delicious + this amazing ice cream like dish with some brown powdered stuff on top? Maybe it was injeolmi ice cream? It was so delicious I ate 3 out of the 4 containers of it since everyone else was so full. The thing that got me the most was the kindness and sincerity in our waitresses eyes! I wish I remembered her name, but you'll know when you see her! Pretty, sweet, and just genuinely compassion and care oozing from her face. Would highly recommend this place to anyone craving high quality Korean food with excellent service! When I get back to Seattle, I'll definitely come back again!

Enjoyed a birthday dinner at Sumi Korean Grill. The restaurant was very clean and modern looking…read more We got seated at the table with the bench for a group of 7. The bench was higher from the table, so sitting was somewhat uncomfortable if you were on the bench side. Ask for the other side of the tables if possible. I enjoyed that the grills had the fan all around the grills so that it pulls the smoke automatically. I liked how you didn't have to worry about smelling like bbq after you left the restaurant so that is a plus! Our group ordered the premium butcher feast ($155) and ordered a couple of appetizers and sides on the HH menu. All of that and it was plenty of food to feed all of us. We got the Wagyu chuck roll steak, marinated Wagyu rib finger, marinated prime zabuton and pork Jowl for the table. I really enjoyed the pork jowl. It was very soft and buttery. Overall, quality of the food was really good and would recommend.

Great local spot in the Renton highlands, fast casual Korean food but they definitely specialize in…read morethe Dosirak(lunch box). I have gotten the basic and premium version. Makes for a quick tasty lunch with friendly service even though ordering is from a iPad. I love the variety they offer and the element of surprise for what sides will offered that day

Super generous portions, but a bit too sweet! I ordered the…read morePremium Yukjeon Dosirak and Tteokbokki. The portions are incredibly generous--the box was packed with Yukjeon, and it was enough to last me three meals! The presentation and packaging are very clean, and the beef radish soup was absolute perfection. The Tteokbokki was also delicious and much better than H Mart's. However, almost all the dishes leaned heavily on the sweet side, even the Yukjeon itself. Because most sides are soy sauce-based, the overall meal felt a bit too sugary. I wish they would replace the sweet black beans or fish cakes with something spicy and refreshing, like a spicy cucumber salad or seasoned radish, to balance it out. This place seems perfectly tailored to the American palate (sweet & savory). In terms of variety and packaging, it's definitely one of the best Korean bento options in this area!

Love the Daeho kalbijjim (cheese is a must!) and haemul dolsot bibimbap. Their japchae, yuk hwe,…read moreand banchan are also super yummy Haven't had a bad thing here yet

The Kalbijjim is delicious! The menu says 2-3 people but I think 4 is more accurate. We added glass…read morenoodles and corn and got the classic on :) The wait time is really long so make sure to add yourself to the waitlist.

GEN KOREAN BBQ @ SOUTHCENTER MALL…read more Parking is super easy at this location since it's in the Southcenter Mall, with plenty of free parking available. We found a spot right out front, and it's nice that you can also walk around the mall before or after your meal since there are lots of other shops and restaurants nearby. This was my first time trying JEN Korean BBQ with my family, and I was excited since I'd heard they have several locations across the U.S. We came for dinner, which is about $35 per person for the all-you-can-eat menu, while weekday lunch is around $25 per person, making it a great value if you're looking for AYCE Korean BBQ. They have a great selection of meats, plus plenty of appetizers. The corn cheese was definitely one of my favorites and is always a must-order for me. Everything came out fresh, and there were lots of options to choose from. The staff was friendly, attentive, and quick to bring out refills. I also really liked the ambiance the darker interior gives the restaurant a cozy, modern feel that's perfect for enjoying a meal with family or friends. Overall, I had a great experience and would definitely come back. If you enjoy Korean BBQ, this is a fun spot where you can cook your own food, try a variety of meats and sides, and eat as much as you want. It's a great place for groups, family dinners, or anyone craving all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ.

Great food, terrible host…read more We've been to GEN Korean BBQ numerous times and have generally had great experiences, but our most recent visit was almost comically ruined by the host, Ysabelle. After waiting 5-8 minutes, she approached us with an incredibly rude demeanor, informed us the servers were behind, and told us we'd have to wait. No estimated wait time, no courtesy, just attitude. We told her we were happy to wait and even asked to add a macaron from the self-serve fridge to our bill to enjoy in the meantime. Her response? An angry glare, prolonged eye contact, an eye roll, and walking away. We were perfectly understanding about the wait. What we weren't expecting was to be treated like an inconvenience for simply wanting to dine there. If the goal was to make customers feel unwelcome, Ysabelle absolutely delivered. The food is great, but the first interaction with your restaurant shouldn't make you regret walking through the door. Management seriously needs to address this.

I absolutely love with this place!! My boyfriend told me this is his secret gem and he and his…read morefriends had been going for over 5-10 years. The meats are delicious, sides are absolutely a HIT!! The best bang for your buck, and it's nice to go to a kbbq place where I don't have to cry about my wallet for AYCE. I'm not very picky about KBBQ so me personally I felt very satisfied being here. I would prefer to go here over any other place just to satisfy my KBBQ cravings. Our server is so sweet and kind! She made sure we were taken cared of. This place deserves more recognition!

Came here at 8:45pm on a Wednesday night. Restaurant was nearly empty, just one other table…read moreoccupied. I was afraid they would rush us as most Asian places do and tell us last call was at 9pm or something ridiculous (has happened before at other kbbq places) but was very pleasantly surprised to find the service to be excellent, welcoming, and friendly. We were never rushed and while we were still done before their closing time of 10pm, I never felt pressured or hurried. The man was very friendly and nice, I would guess he is the owner since he really seemed to care about providing a quality experience. Food was good, love that they had bean sprouts and leeks at the ban chan self service bar at the front, along with the normal kimchi and other typical side dishes. The meat quality seemed good, the brisket seemed well marbled and decent quality so it was probably actually usda prime. They put a round piece of parchment over the grill so it's easier to clean up but also makes it harder to brown the meats. Grills have an electronic temperature adjustment, goes up to 600 degrees which seemed to be the right temp to cook as 500 didn't cook fast enough. $32.99 for all you can eat, slightly more expensive than some of the places in Federal Way, but overall solid experience. Free street parking was pretty easy to find when I was there.

We have been here a few times. This time, we came around…read more8:45 PM on a Thursday. We appreciate that this place was one of the few that are open until late in Issaquah. The staff was efficient and friendly. We ordered the Katsu Ramen, Seafood Pajeon, and Galbi Soup. The Katsu Ramen came with instant noodles, which were different from Japanese ramen. I enjoyed the instant noodles as they had great flavor, but the katsu was a little hard and not crunchy. The Seafood Pajeon was excellent--it was crunchy and delicious. The Galbi Soup came with a lot of beef, but we found the galbi to be saltier than usual, and the beef might not have been as fresh. The seating was spacious. Parking was easy with street parking.

We two went for lunch on advice of a Korean acquaintance…read more FOOD: 3.5 - Danji Bibimbap with beef. quite good. - Chicken Stone Pot Bibimbap. SERVICE: 4.0 AMBIANCE: 4.0

One of the few places that open late with great food options. All the skewers are tasty, the udon…read morenoodle is super soft. Our server Jenny is awesome and super attentive. Highly recommended!

Shinya Shokudo is an unexpectedly delightful restaurant in the Tukwila area. The interior was…read morewelcoming, comfortable, and clean. It had an effortless relaxed vibe and the perfect amount of other diners there that it neither felt too busy nor too quiet. Our food went along the same lines. It all tasted effortlessly good and delicious. We weren't that hungry so we ordered small plates to share. Everything hit the spot and we left there feeling full and satisfied. Sweet touch with the complimentary birthday ice cream treat that my friend and I shared. I'm adding this restaurant to my Tukwila go-to list.