Service was amazing and the food was phenomenal. This is big for the korean community! The ambience was also so clean and minimalistic! :)

Wow what an amazing experience an delicious food we will certainly return. I hope they remain affordable. read more

Sanbada - Two types of mackerel entrees - Korean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

amazing service and food! the wait can be long but totally worth it and the line moves rather fast~ read more

Sanbada - the unlimited banchan - Korean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Korean food in boston is booming! Sanbada is the kind of place you hope to find but rarely do. The team is genuinely warm--helpful, attentive, and without any pretense. The space itself is clean and thoughtfully designed, striking a balance between modern and comfortable. A standout detail: the self-serve banchan station for second helpings. It's a small touch, but it reflects confidence in the food and respect for the customer experience. We'll definitely be back read more

Service: Very fresh, great service. Came on a Monday night at 8:00 and it was still packed. Parking is a chore. Food: Kimchi was very fresh - not a hint of sour taste. The bulgolgi was equally fresh and tasty. Ambience; the table was a little weird, with a metal base and a drawer on the end, but nothing disqualifying. The server was adorable and friendly. read more

Sanbada - Some food - Korean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I don't make it out to Allston very often, but at the behest of my friends, I had to make the trip--and I'm glad I did. From the moment we walked in, Sanbada felt very... Korean. I'm not exactly sure how to describe it, but the space felt reminiscent of somewhere in 압구정. Modern and minimal? Interior aside, the food was delicious. As first-timers, we were brought a curated set of banchan along with soybean soup and rice. I'm not the biggest fan of belt fish (I know, I'm sorry), so I went with the bulgogi patty while my friend ordered the former. To be clear, the real stars of the show are the banchan (which are unlimited, by the way!) Many of the dishes tasted nostalgic and were clearly high quality. Coincidentally, our two favorite sides were ones I never had growing up: lotus root in black sesame and fried eggplant. After a few rounds, we helped ourselves to a Melona to finish the meal. Overall, a fantastic new gem, and I'd absolutely come back the next time I'm in the Boston/Allston area. P.S. We went during lunch since it looked like they offer largely the same dishes as dinner, just at a lower price point, and we were seated pretty quickly. Not sure what the dinner rush looks like, but if you're nearby during lunch and want to save a few dollars, hop on in! read more

Sanbada - I forgot to mention but the barley tea was YUMMMM. So refreshing and delicious. I wish I could just the jug to go. :P - Korean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Walking into a bright waiting area with white lights, I thought I was entering a club at first and felt like I was eating in a scifi lab... and I would return! Sanbada is part of a trifecta restaurant concept with different ambiances and menus. All the protein entrees are wellseasoned and the bulgogi, as the waitress said, is guaranteed to be a leftover unless you're eating with someone. Unlimited banchan sounds great until I saw there's no essentials like gamja/potato salad, fishcake, or pickled radish. The fresh kimchi is perfect, the fried eggplant is crispy, and the black sesame lotus is refreshing. It was odd to see chickpeas and olives in the salad and I didnt like the pumpkin salad either. The womens bathroom is stocked with toiletries too! Terrific place for group meals despite the wait. Kind servers and good service. read more

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Recently tried Sanbada and was impressed with the terrific service and tasty unlimited banchan! I will preface this that the wait can be long - but they have freebies depending on how long you wait which is such a nice treat! We waited more than 30 mins so we got a free soft drink. You enter your name on their virtual waitlist (hosted through Yelp!) and you can see the ETA of when you're seated. Sanbada is incredibly clean and modern. I love the decor as it feels like an authentic Korean restaurant, especially with the complimentary barley tea. I got the Mackerel set which was solid. I do wish the fish was deboned though however it wasn't greasy at all. The quality was fresh and tasty! The highlight at Sanbada is their unlimited banchan! My favorites were their fried eggplant, pumpkin salad, and spicy radish. The fried eggplant was so well seasoned and crispy. Overall, I'd come back to Sanbada for their banchan as I found myself enjoying the banchan options more than the main entree. The wait can be quite long but I would definitely recommend giving this spot a try. read more

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Taking over the old Tavern in the Square / The Kells location. They did a beautiful job with the space and they aren't done yet. It's still soft opening for them, so they are getting feedback on their menu for items and banchan. It was cute to see a board where patrons can leave a star on their favorite banchan items. The menu is limited, but we opted for: Spicy bulgogi - overall good portion, a lot of green onion and veg, but sneakily a good amount of pork belly. It was fatty, well cooked and came out hot. Their style of spicy marinade for me tonight was light, the flavor could have been bolder and a bit more heat. I enjoyed it overall with white rice! The atka makrel being a potent fish was treated and prepared well, no extra fishiness, fried well. The bones can be pulled straight out in one go. The meat was buttery. The lady enjoyed her dish. We ordered both as sets, come with unlimited banchan and white rice, soup and salad. The first round of banchan first. When you need to refill there is a bar to refill off to the side. Spicy stir fried eggplant, pork and quail eggs (no eggs when we dined), and pickled chayote were the top for us. They also had japchae as well under the heat lamps. Melon bar ice cream for dessert! Simmered beef shank not what i was thinking it would be but the beef was tender and soft, wasn't hot (don't know if it's supposed to). Tremella snow fungus in center. Bulgogi beef patties, you get 3 of them! It was a hit, tender, marinated and easy to eat with rice. Next time i would probably request more spicy sauce, go or something. Felt like that was what is missing. I also hope they bring in pickled fish tofu too for banchan. At the end of our table there is a drawer, it has utensils, napkins, wet wipes, and anything you may need in that sense. staff was top notch, they have their operating procedures are smooth. Well trained staff. Thank you! For the price at first you probably think hmm adds up kind of pricey but you definitely get full. I hope they add more options to the menu. Authentic cuisine, everything came out timely, service was great. read more

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My first impression was that the restaurant is super bright and clean feeling. It felt like very good value for the money as well because of the amount of free banchan that comes with the meal, and there's unlimited refills and even Melona bars for dessert! Would definitely recommend the belt fish set and the braised beef shank. read more

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Great food and great service! Honestly just super clean tasting Korean food. Ordered the belt fish which was great, and the spicy pork if you want a stronger flavor. The banchan is excellent and unlimited. Service is also amazing, I had the most pleasant meal! read more

Sanbada - Banchan - Korean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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A very worthy new Korean spot in town you've gotta try! Asian elder approved. I've been back three times in the last month and they basically havent even had their "grand opening" yet --it's safe to say I've moved past the "trying it" phase and straight into an obsession. It does require an acquired palate but this new Allston-Brighton spot is an experience you have to try at least once. The setup is brilliant: they serve an AYCE banchan spread, so all you're paying for is your protein of choice. Their grilled mackerel is a specialized standout that I highly recommend, along with the bulgogi patties. Between the incredible value and the authentic flavors, this place is a gem. I'm already counting down the days until their KBBQ spot opens next door! read more

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Came on a Friday around noon for lunch and was shocked at how busy it was (I took a day off from work, wondering if others did too haha). Because I was dining alone, I ended up seated next to another solo diner, which was fine. I ordered the bulgogi patty which was nice and flavorful. Also loved all of the banchan options, with my favorites being the spicy eggplant, japchae, and pickled chayote. The latter really helped cut through the heaviness of my meal since it was tangy and refreshing. I didn't love the soup provided as it was a bit too salty and likely simmering for a long time, but that just might be my own personal taste. I also found a tiny hair in the middle of the kimchi they gave me. Not a huge deal! If you're a big eater, I would 100% recommend this giving the unlimited sides and rice offering. Otherwise, it's definitely a place to indulge. I did wonder if my pescatarian or vegetarian friends would enjoy eating here. I noticed the soup had some chunks of meat but wondering if they have a meat free option. Because you're required to order a set protein meal, could they change their model to require a "base" price that only includes rice and sides? read more

Sanbada - Menu from March 2026 - Korean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Amazing dining experience! This review is for their soft opening. My partner and I went around 12:30pm on a Saturday and there was an hour long wait for it, so we ended up roaming around the area for a bit. When we sat down, they said they recommend everyone order a set so I got the belt fish set and he got the mackerel set. They served a lot of banchan and my favorites were the braised pork, the japchae and the soup. The fish were very tender and clean tasting though a little bit salty. They charge dinner price for weekends which I wasn't aware of until the bill but thought the price was still reasonable! We absolutely stuffed ourselves on all the banchan but somehow made room for the complimentary ice cream which rounded out our meal really well. Lastly, their bathrooms were so clean with Aesop hand soap read more

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Sanbada is AMAZING! They are the newest Korean restaurant to open in the Allston area & my goodness, highly recommend this to anyone looking for authentic Korean food! They're essentially the first of kind in the Boston Korean food scene, delivering high-quality Korean dishes in Boston & they really do it all so well, even with them being still in their soft opening phase. We came on a Tuesday night ~8:30pm & experienced a short wait for a table for 2. Each table has a side compartment that slides out & holds napkins, utensils, and wipes! Now here's what we ordered: -Spicy Pork Set -Atka Mackerel Set -Bulgogi Patty (add-on) -Simmered Beef Shank Center Unlimited banchan comes with each order of a set! It's recommended that each person order their own set. They have a self serve banchan station, where you can grab as much banchan as you want. They were all yummy but my favorites were the Chayote pickles, spicy stir-fried eggplant, & sweet pumpkin salad. Prices seem a little steep at first but the portions are pretty generous & all the sets come with unlimited banchan, as well as soy beans paste soup, japchae, & rice. The spicy pork was nice. It was made with fatty pork (maybe pork belly?) & the spice was mild + subtle initially but ended being kind of spicy towards the end of each bite. Flavor is on the lighter side. The atki mackerel is what I personally had & ate most of. Not typically the kind of dish I would go for but their menu is pretty limited. I liked it; the fish was buttery & the staff seemed to treat the fishy taste mackerel usually has well, so it tasted great! The fish meat came off the bones with ease, so if you're someone who doesn't do fish w/ bones, this one is fine haha. The bulgogi patty was probably our favorite entree dish we ordered. It was packed with flavor! Each bite was flavorful & we could tell it was well marinated. Lastly, we had the Simmered Beef Shank Center. This was the last dish to arrive & we had already gotten pretty full from trying everything else we ordered, so we didn't get to really enjoy it until we got home. It wasn't the beef we were expecting (neither of us are big fans of this cut) but it wasn't bad. It had a light taste in flavor & meat was easy to eat! We've mostly had this cut of beef in noodle soup and think we prefer it made this way more. Sometimes this cut of meat is tough to chew... luckily for us this wasn't the case. Don't think we'll get this again but it was nice to try! I liked the snow fungus (on top of the beef dish). I usually have this in Chinese sweet soup and it was cool trying it in a different dish. The service was wonderful. As a new restaurant that just recently opened, all of the staff seemed to be trained WELL & they just have such a nice set up in here. The unlimited banchan was definitely a highlight! That cannot found anywhere else in Boston area right now & honesty, Sanbada is in a league of its own currently. Don't get me wrong, I will likely still be making my trips to NYC/NJ for some Korean food, but Sanbada is for sure one of the best Korean spots we have here ;) Highly recommend. read more

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Sanbada has quickly become one of my favorite new spots in the area. I'm so glad they opened. For me, the heart of a great Korean meal is the banchan, and until now, nothing locally has quite matched the caliber of what you find on the West Coast. Sanbada is finally changing that. Their banchan selection is varied, flavorful, and best of all (imo) unlimited. On my first visit, the banchan bar was running low and not being refilled, which was a bit disappointing. But I returned this week and was happy to see that issue completely resolved. Everything was well-stocked, and it was really fun to vote on our favorite banchan with stickers at the end. Between my two visits, I've tried most of the proteins. The belt fish is my standout favorite! The space itself is another highlight - light, modern, and clean, with a refreshing atmosphere that makes it enjoyable just to be there. The staff are also incredibly friendly and welcoming. Definitely a spot I'll keep coming back to! Also curious to see what the sister restaurants do in the space during other times of day once they're up and running. read more

Had no idea what to expect other than unlimited side dishes, but I really enjoyed my experience! I came as a group of seven for an early Sunday evening dinner. Thankfully there was no wait, but it got progressively busier. I got the atka mackerel, which was pretty tasty. I'm not too familiar with mackerel though so I can't say for sure what makes the atka mackerel special compared to the regular kind. The side dishes were all delicious but my favorite was definitely the eggplant. We also ordered two of each of the soy marinated shrimp and slow cooked pork belly to share. I would get the shrimp again but would try a different main dish next time. The servers were all friendly and helpful. The only thing though is that they never refilled our tea even when we asked, but I'll blame that on how busy it was. read more

Sanbada - Korean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Such a tasty and homey Korean spot! The menu is pretty limited with set meals and a few add-on shareables. I tried the mackerel set and really enjoyed it. The fish was well seasoned and flakey, not too many bones. They serve unlimited banchan, rice and miso soup with the set which is self serve and refillable. I loved the radish kimchi and eggplant especially! The interior is modern and bright with minimalist decor and the service is extremely attentive. Prices are also pretty reasonable! We finished the meal with free Melona ice cream which was a nice touch. Will definitely be back! read more

Sanbada - Korean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

While strolling through the neighborhood, we were drawn in by the restaurant's clean, bright space and decided to give the new spot a try. From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed with genuinely warm and friendly service. We came in around 6pm on a Sunday and we could easily get a seat but it got packed as the night went on. We ordered the mackerel and bulgogi patty sets, both of which came with a generous selection of unlimited banchan and don't forget to save some room for dessert. The portions were hearty and satisfying -- definitely more than enough on their own, so I wouldn't recommend adding too much extra. Not realizing this, we also ordered a side of pork belly. It was absolutely delicious, but it ended up being a lot of food! The quality of the dishes truly stands out. Compared to other Korean restaurants in the area, this one offers the best quality in my opinion, with a more traditional and authentic approach to Korean cuisine. Overall, a wonderful experience -- we'll definitely be back! read more

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The interior is super clean, and I like the minimalistic aesthetic. There is an unlimited banchan bar--my favorite part of the experience. I don't usuallly see fish dishes like the ones offered here, so I'd highly recommend trying those. My bf enjoyed the beltfish a lot! We also got free Melona for dessert after :) read more

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It was an amazing experience! It truly felt like a homecooked meal thanks to their small menu that allows them to really focus on their techniques and ingredients. The side dishes were very good; my faves were the chayote pickles and sweet pumpkin! You can join the waitlist for the restaurant via yelp and the line moved really quickly in my opinion. read more

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This place is bustling on a Sunday night. The wait for a party of 3 was about 30min but it was quite hard to wait inside the restaurant. We ordered 3 different sets and an order of marinated shrimp. We ordered the belt fish, mackerel, and spicy pork. All were tasty but the fish seemed a bit simple. I assume it was due to how busy the place was that the fish were kinda cold when we got it. The banchan, on the other hand, really stole the show. They have a unique mix of banchans that you normally don't see. My favorites were the seasoned seaweed and the stir fried eggplants. They serve you some banchan with your set at first and then you can refill/try others at their self serve station. Another note is that their rice is actually such good rice lol read more

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I was blown away by the food I had here. I went for the first time with a Korean friend and his partner who spoke very highly of the restaurant and everything exceeded my expectations. We showed up around 8:30 and it looked pretty busy in the restaurant but we only had to wait about 15 minutes to get a table and it was so worth the wait! Even before we sat down, multiple servers and the host recognized my Korean friend and his partner and were so friendly and happy to see us. One server in particular ( I think his name is Juno) was very nice and took care of us when we sat down. The other servers were also very nice and attentive. As for the food, I don't even know where to begin. Everything I ate was amazing. They first brought us a large set of banchan and some miso soup and rice (which were all unlimited refills) and as soon as I took my first bite I felt like I was eating a home cooked Korean meal. The flavors were outstanding in the soup and the side dishes and the rice was perfectly cooked. Their fried eggplant dish was perfectly seasoned and crunchy and the kimchi was fresh! For the mains we ordered one of the mackerel and two of the atka mackerel with an additional side of the spicy pork. I realized once I tried the fish that what really makes the restaurant special is their fish. There are many Asian restaurants that can serve good meat dishes but not as many for fish. The atka mackerel was perfectly grilled and seasoned and had the perfect amount of fat. The spicy pork was also delicious and had the perfect spice level. My palette can only tolerate kimchi and gochujang level spice so it was just the right amount. I will definitely be going back to try some of their other mains. read more

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Visited on a Friday afternoon and had an amazing experience. The banchan is the standout by far -- everything is fresh and perfectly seasoned with unique flavors like black sesame! I had the spicy pork as my main and liked it as well, but this was less memorable than some of the side dishes. Staff were all super nice and approachable and the restaurant is beautifully lit inside. read more

Sanbada - Korean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Overall: finally a good Korean restaurant! Except this one serves up fish rather than the usual soups and bbq. Food: the belt fish is the main highlight as it has a tender pure taste. The way they grill it makes it exceptionally flavorful and crispy blending the two textures. The mackerel is also incredibly tasty but provides a more seafood breezy taste. The fried eggplant banchan is unique but one of my favorite I've had. It's crispy fried but soft inside and seasoned with a little gochujang spicy. The pickled chayote is also a sleeper pick as a unique side dish. It has that ponzu style flavor and the chayote adds a little natural squash flavor. Ambience/Decor/Service: it's brand new and the restaurant inside looks really sterile and clean. Even though you're in Allston it feels incredibly clean. The service is fairly fast but there's a lot to take in. read more

We went during the soft opening and I was so impressed with the variety of banchan offerings. Everything was so tasty and I especially enjoyed the fish! Very flavorful and crispy and wonderfully cooked. This is the first Korean place around Allston I've seen this particular style and I'm so excited to bring others to try it. The ambience was really nice and the restaurant has completely transformed from the prior business I almost couldn't recognize it! Very bright, happy, and well lit. The staff was very polite and friendly. They did run out of bowls for banchan at one point but these are minor operational kinks you would expect in a soft opening. I can't wait for the next time! read more

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I was lucky to try this restaurant during their soft opening. Side dishes: 11/10 It speaks volumes when a Korean restaurant has good side dishes. On top of that, they serve a combination of side dishes that will be hard to find in most Korean restaurants in the US. They have around 10 UNLIMITED side dishes, all of which are perfectly seasoned and unique. I mean every single side dish was dialed! The black sesame lotus root side dish, the kabocha squash side dish, and the corn salad dressing were especially brilliant! The doenjang jigae (the soup) was soo good. Entrees: 10/10 I tried all their entrees. All their entrees are cooked/finished in the huge brick pizza oven (more commonly found in Italian and pizza restaurants) in their kitchen. I was expecting more of a Smokey flavor from the entrees ( not that I am complaining), however each entree tasted amazing without it! The ddukgalbi was soft and tender. The spicy pork has a slight kick to it and I was so happy to find that they did not rely on making overly sweet to mask the quality of the meat or seasoning. Every fish dish is good! Depending on your palate I recommend the following: Beltfish: this fish has soft and delicate flesh. If you don't like oily taste of Mackerel, this is the way to go Atka Mackerel: this fish is a good middle between the beltfish and the pacific mackerel in terms of fishiness/oiliness. The meat was firm, flakey, and buttery. Pacific Mackerel: the most oily of the three fish and probably my favorite due to its strong flavor. And oily texture. All their grilled fish have bones so be careful when eating. Appetizer/shared dish: 10/10 The raw, soy-marinated shrimp really highlights the natural flavor of the shrimp. The marinade does not overpower the sweet and creamy flavor of the shrimp. Definitely recommend this! Service: 10/10 The waitstaff are kind, attentive, and on top of everything. Last remarks: The restaurant's name translates to MountainSea, probably due to serving dishes from both land and sea. The decorative theme pays homage to traditional Korean white paper mache doors and windows. The interior is spacious and not cramped. The lighting is soft, relaxing, and inviting. The tables in the booths have legs that may make it difficult for some to squeeze into, so opt for a table on the open floor instead. Each table gets a jug of cold barley tea that was enough to last my party through the entire meal without asking for a refill. Overall, I am so happy with my experience here. It was a clean meal where you don't feel groggy from overly greasy, salty, msg bombed food. I applaud the culinary skill and vision of this restaurant and is now my #1 recommendation for Korean food in the greater Boston area!!! read more

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Worth the wait! Great experience with the staff especially Peter. Bright airy ambiance. We had the mackerel & bulgogi set and they were both delicious. All the banchan was good but my favorite was the lotus root. read more

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We had such an amazing experience here on their grand opening day! I found out about it through a post in my community group on the same day and decided to check it out. I'm so glad we did!! I absolutely love the concept especially craving for healthy food with good flavors! The unlimited banchan bar was available for refills. We were already full with the banchan they offered so we ended up trying a few more from the banchan bar. Being able to try so many different small dishes made the whole meal feel interactive and abundant. Everything felt super healthy yet incredibly satisfying - the kind of meal where you leave completely full but not weighed down. What really stood out to me was the flavor. The dishes were clearly well made with thoughtful preparation and balance. Nothing tasted overly salty but instead the natural flavors of the ingredients really shined through. You can tell care went into every plate. Overall, such a refreshing and delicious dining experience. It will be a place where I'll most definitely return! read more

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Loved this new Korean restaurant! Everything tasted amazing. Got a lot of dishes like Belt fish, kimchi, soup, bulgogi patties, mackerel and everything I would get again. The service was ok, had to remind the waiter to bring our hot tea. The restaurant itself was great, it had a very modern feel and was very clean. Definitely would recommend for an authentic Korean restaurant!! read more

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Sanbada was amazing! Everyone has to order a set meal, we got belt fish & spicy pork. Includes AYCE banchan, tofu soup, japchae. Highlights: - spicy eggplant banchan (10/10) - belt fish (super tender, 9.5/10) - spicy pork (solid, 9/10) We had to wait 45 min for a table, but ambiance was nice, would go again. read more

Sanbada - Korean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Amazing food and service. The bonchon(Side dishes) are amazing and Unlimited! You will be going for seconds, if not thirds of doenjang-guk (soup). Entrees were amazing, having tried the atka mackeral, belt fish, and bulgogi. My group liked the belt fish the best with the the least amount of oil. Our server was generous enough to explain all the key differences too. Food 10/10 Service 10/10 This place is and deserves to be packed! You'll spot it immediately considering the bright white interior! No doubt this will become a staple of Allston if not already. read more

Nice and friendly staff. Unlimited refill side bar with Ice Cream. Make the Mackerel in a Pizza Oven. So yummy. The Soy Shrimp was very creamy. Small menu. Soft open. read more

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Food is just okay for us. The reason for the two stars is that I don't feel comfortable eating and enjoying my food when you feel like they just want you to eat fast and get out. We were still eating but they didn't even ask if we are done. They just shoveled that stupid payment machine in your face like please pay now so we can clear the table and reuse. read more

Food (1.5/2): The food options were quite limited but this is a plus for me as I prefer simplicity. I came here several times on the weekend with company. I ordered the set menu of bulgogi patty and spicy pork while friends ordered atka mackarel. We also ordered bossam. When I first tried their bossam, I had thought they were incredibly tender and seasoned perfectly, along with the condiments. However, the second time we ordered this, the pork was dry and tough. Their spicy pork, I think was highly inconsistent. Some of my friends reported it being very spicy while on the contrary, I felt mine was bland with a hint of sweetness. Additionally the sauce on my plate was very runny--almost soup-like. The plus side is the portion however, as I could easily turn it into 3 meals. Their mackarel was great. Slightly on the salty side but I didn't mind. Portion was sufficiently large and filling. Similarly, the bulgogi patty was well cooked. Doneness was even and you get a big portion. The sweet flavor, I think, was done well although I felt that it was slightly on the bland side. With 8 rice cookers, I would be appalled if their rice didn't come out great. Thankfully, their rice is one of the dishes that were consistently great quality. On the same vein, their banchan should be the star of their restaurant. The fried eggplant was amazing. Kimchi was fresh (although I personally prefer something a bit more fermented), the soy pork?, japchae, soup, and a few others were also great. You could technically be satisfied just with the banchan. Ultimately, I think this place's rice dishes could improve on their inconsistency. On the flip side, their banchan (side dishes) are phenomenal. Service/wait-time/cleanliness (1.5/2): Service was incredibly friendly, courteous, and quick once you're seated. However, the wait-time can be rather painful. This is to be expected though, since they're in the soft-opening phase and everyone wants to try. For a new restaurant, their cleanliness is amazing. Price (0.5/1): This might only apply for weekends but I think their price for their quality is somewhat so-so. Yes, you get unlimited banchan and rice but I also want my main dish to taste like a proper main dish that tastes good. Currently, the taste is just too inconsistent. Additionally, I feel that requiring diners to order a set menu per person to eat here defeats the appeal of unlimited banchan and rice (understandably, they probably have to do this to still profit somehow). Rounded up to 4 stars for an overall positive experience. read more

There are quite a few Korean restaurants in the area but they are mostly Korean BBQ which can get generic. I'm pleasantly surprised by Sanbada. The menu for lunch and dinner is the same, the only difference is price (a few dollars more). The way it works is, you order a main set which comes with all-you-can-eat side dishes, soup and rice. We order mackerel set and belt fish set, both in mid $20s range. Both fish is very fresh and tasty, crispy on the outside and juicy inside. Potion size is very decent. I also like the soup and the various tapa side dishes. They also serve Korean tea which is quite flavorful. Service is friendly. Sitting is comfortable. There is street parking and public transport is convenient. I'll definitely come back for more. read more

I've been in Boston for 5 years, and I was ready to leave this city convinced that I would never find an authentic Korean restaurant. My experience at Sanbada today changed all of that. This is the closest I've felt to Korea while living here. We ordered the 떡갈비 (bulgogi patty) set, and the meat was well-seasoned and cooked, honestly comparable to what I've eaten in Korea. The portions were also incredibly generous and affordably priced (especially compared to other Korean restaurants). Side dishes were fresh, plentiful, and delicious; I couldn't stop smiling as I ate. The interior design was also beautiful, very clean and elegant, and the waiters were very kind. I really hope this place lasts for a long time, as I finally have a restaurant I can bring my family and Korean friends to. Thank you 산바다!! :) read more

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Good was good, service was good, but the wait was.... Long. Price was kinda high for what it was. I would go back anyway.

Amazing food and the service was fantastic! Highly recommend this place but make sure you go hungry!' read more

Sanbada - Bulgogi paddies. - Korean Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Came here with my family for lunch on a Sunday. It was busy but for a party of 8, five adults and three kids, we only had to wait about 15 minutes for a table. Food was good and the self service banchan bar was nice as well. We weren't quite finished eating yet and they took our tray of banchan away. Then our waitress came with the paying device and asked how we wanted to pay. We paid and asked for the receipt. Checked the receipt and noticed tips were already included. We had added a 20% tip on the device not realizing tips were already added. The waitress did not show us our bill upon paying and did not mention that tips were included. Service can definitely be improved. Please communicate with your guests. read more