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    Sami's Korean Restaurant

    4.1 (120 reviews)
    ModerateKorean, Bars
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    SAMI'S KOREAN RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Quiet
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Jessica T.

    The staff was nice and the place was quaint. The soup I got was really good and the Kalbi was good too. The ban Chan was missing flavor though and the mandu was okay. Overall a decent place.

    Yaki / dumplings
    Doug K.

    Sami's is still a good Korea restaurant, but the atmosphere is less authentic now compared to a mamasan, back alley restaurant in a small town in Korea as it was 7 years ago. The yaki / dumpling was over fried, beef bulgogi wasn't as flavorful, and the restaurant is missing the smell of Korea. Still a good place to grab Korean, but needs to bring back its authenticness. Service was still good.

    dolsot bibimbap
    Julie W.

    Came here while vacationing in Virginia. Ordered 2 hot stone, one cold bibimbap, and tofu soup which came out to ~$60. Food was delicious and came out fast. Good eats!

    Seafood pancake Kimchi  Kimchi cucumbers  Chicken Bulgogi Oxtail Soup
    Chelsey C.

    It's a very small quaint location - it honestly felt like a Korean family setting. The food was absolutely delicious - and the service as full of compliments and plating to encourage us to eat up lol. I will surely be back to experience as this was my first experience at a Korean Restaurant!

    Alexis C.

    Korean cuisine is my absolute favorite, so I have been searching for something closer to home. Luckily Sami's is right around the corner on Big Bethel Road and serves up traditional, savory, and delicious food. Prices have increased and will be subject to change as explained to me, but the menu I posted is up to date as of June 2024. Inside has a decent amount of seating space and the noise level inside is minimal, if not quiet. The service provided while we waited was very hospitable and the owner is sweet. Husband ordered kalbi and I ordered pork bulgogi (spicy) costing $51 in total before tip. Both dishes came with banchan and white rice which they used foil to separate from the meat, so you might not see it in the pictures but it's there lol. The portions are just right. My husband has been craving for months, so the kalbi was gone within minutes while I savored every bite of my bulgogi. Flavors were just right and the side dishes complimented both meals perfectly. Sami's Korean Restaurant hit the spot for us. We'll see you soon!

    Steffie A.

    I love this hole in the wall restaurant. The good is authentic, hot, and fresh. The lady who always serves is always so nice, and goes the extra mile for my kids. She will bring them fruit and snacks. So very nice. Me and my family had a great meal. So good. It's always busy during dinner.

    Jajangmyeon + Gochujang Stone Pot Bibimbap, sides, and a water.
    Valentina T.

    The customer service was lovely, the nice lady helping me with my order was overall welcoming and kind! The food was delicious and the comfortable atmosphere made everything perfect. The prices are fair and the restaurant is well kept. Will definitely be going again, 10/10.

    Beef Bulgogi that comes with White Rice and Chicken Hot Stone Pot Bibimbap that comes with Soft Bean Curd Jjigae
    Shalonda M.

    I loved the customer service provided by the ladies. I told her it was my first time there and she explained everything to me pertaining to the menu and the specials they had. The beef bulgogi was very flavorful and tender. It has a slight sweet taste marinated throughout the meat. The dumplings were very good as well. My only complaint is the sauce is a little too salty for me. I would prefer a sweet n sour sauce with that but overall still good! My Dad loved his food as well! Very clean and quiet setting. We were the only ones dining in. Had a few takeout orders while we were there. I will definitely be back!

    Beef bulgogi lunch
    Chelsi U.

    Sami's has consistently surprised and surpassed my expectations. I've come here a few times; the most recent visit was with my mom. She had the bulgogi, which I've had here before and was delicious. I recommended it to her. I had the bibimbap which was a 10/10. Seriously amazing. I put the kimchi in the bowl along with the sauce too, which made it soooo good. I ate the entire bowl, my sides and my moms sides. It was that good. My mom told everyone about Sami's that day too, she really loved her beef bulgogi. You can definitely taste the wok on the meat. I keep thinking about the food and I plan to go back to get the same dishes and try new things. I highly recommend this Korean restaurant!

    Short rib cabbage soup

    Such amazing food!! Personally one of the best Korean food places I've ever been to! The service was so nice the lady working there were so kind to us!

    Jajangmyeon, bulgogi, side dishes.

    The ladies are very kind and sweet, and the food was very authentic Korean! I've been looking for my favorite dish, Jajangmyeon, for a long time and they not only had it, but it was the best I've ever had! Highly recommend!

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    EVery thing was fantastic!!!!! We will be back. Can't wait to try some other dishes! I'm sorry I forgot to take pictures!

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