Came to get naengmyeon on a hot summer day. On a weekday at noon the place was empty, no wait…read more Service was quick and polite but not friendly. The staff even seemed surprised when I said thank you and commented that the food was delicious. The banchan that came with the meal was sadly mediocre. The naengmyeon itself was delicious. Perfectly chewy buckwheat noodles with shredded cucumber and slices of beef/radish. The broth was okay -- not the best I've had for naengmyeon but satisfactory. I paid around $25 with tax and tip, which seemed pricy.

Good! Would go back, wasn't super blown away, authentic but limited. Grill was closed an hour…read morebefore close so we couldn't get a handful of stuff we wanted, but service was delightful and kind. Large space inside, casual dining ambiance. Kind staff!

Came here and tried their set menu for 2 (there's 2 tiers to select from and both of us had to pick…read morethe same set). When we went (9/2026), they their base tier which starts at $60 per person with additional items you can add for an upcharge or the Premium option which has no upcharge and includes A5 wagyu steak. Do note that because they're assuming a party of 2, when making a seafood and meat selection, it'll be for the BOTH of you (ie: you only get 2 seafood and 1 meat choices, not 4 seafood and 2 meat as we had originally thought). We decided to be baller and went with the Premium option ($98 per person as of 9/2026). Here are what we chose: - Appetizers - An assortment of banchan side dishes that are common in many Korean restaurants with a noticeable improvement in flavor and quality (Japchae was especially tasty). The kimchi was good and not overly fermented (plus for me, slight minus for the missus). The biggest bummer is that there is NO refills. - Seafood - We happened to get the Boton Ebi (a single marinated shrimp) as well as the Yanyong Scallop which were both fresh. Note that they are both raw so if you're not into raw seafood then beware! We selected the Ganjang Gejang which is a raw marinated crab in a sweet and savory soy sauce. Luckily they provide you with gloves so that you can get in there without making a mess of your hands. It was indeed fresh but wasn't my cup of tea (not used to raw crab). The missus LOVED it however so if you're Korean, this is likely right up your alley. Meat - We selected the Kalbi Chim and oh boy was this delicious. The sauce the kalbi was braised in was delicious and the meat was so tender and flavorful. I wish we had 2 servings of this as I would inhale both of them. Likewise, the A5 wagyu was equally delicious with a sweet and savory sauce glaze poured on top of the sizzling steak. It was a melt-in-your-mouth experience and another highlight of the meal. Main course - The Samgyetang is one of the main attractions to this establishment. Again, if you're Korean this dish can hold a special memory for you. As for me however, the best analogy I could come up with is to think of it as a chicken noodle soup, only with gelatinous rice instead of noodles. It's quite the spectacle as they bring out a portable stove to boil the dish on. The wait staff will then break apart the chicken for you which is nice. I will say that the chicken was delectable and extremely tender. The broth is very comforting and perfect for a cold day. I was surprised as to how much I enjoyed it. Be wary of bones however! Dessert - Ice cream from an establishment across the street. Nothing special for us. Overall we enjoyed our experience here. One of the BIGGEST issues we had however (aside from the non-refillable side dishes), is the complete absence of complimentary rice for the meal (aside from the rice in the Samgyetang which happens at the end. We found it baffling that it's $4 for a small bowl of rice (barely enough for one). Considering the delicious sauces we had for the A5 wagyu and the kalbi chim, it's such a waste to not have rice to mix it in. For $60 (or $98), the fact they don't include rice is a slap in the face for anyone who enjoys Asian food with rice and comes across as stingy (the rice was nothing special to us!). Our recommendation to the owner/chef is to throw in some rice for free as I'm sure they won't go bankrupt over it. Docking them for the rice alone. Aside from that I would still recommend this location especially for those who enjoy a hearty Samgytang.

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!

The flavor and spices are incredible!!! Will definitely be back!!! We had both the seafood and…read moreAmerican combos!!!

By far, my favorite Chinese style hotpot in the greater Boston area. I think often about their…read moregolden chicken, collagen broth, which is a rich, herbaceous, and silky broth that has an intense chicken flavor unlike any that I have had before. Truly pure liquid gold. Ambiance is elevated and feels like royalty too! Their Chongqing crispy pork, fresh noodles, shrimp paste, and short rib are also must add-ons to the hotpot. Service is very great - someone was there to help you at all times

We wandered in here after seeing a sign knocked over by the wind advertising their happy hour and…read morehappy it was. The staff was friendly the service was quick. The drinks were absolutely a win. I got the Naruto cucumber roll and the crab rangoons and they were heavenly. I felt like I got my monies worth and more. The vibe is absolutely everything that this place needs to be.

I came here with a group of 6 and they were able to seat us right away. They offer hot pot but we…read moreopted out of that. I got a Q Crispy Beef and it was delicious! My co workers got sushi and every single one I tried was delicious! I would come back again in the future and try their hot pot!

Happy Lamb currently has a "happy hour" special. $19.99 / per person for the base AYCE tier, which…read moreis $9 cheaper than usual. This is available M-F 12-4pm. Unsure when the establishment will get rid of it. Might be seasonal during the summer months. Otherwise, the offering is unchanged. Mongolian style hot pot, meats ordered through the servers and everything else on shelves for self service. Servers swing by regularly to clear plates and place more orders. Food is clean and well organized. A steal at this price point

The food was how you would expect a happy lamb chain to be. The food quality overall could've…read moredefinitely been better. The broth did its job but not the greatest that I've had. Wish that service was a little more attentive. The calling card of happy lamb is that it's all you can meat which is cool. 6.7 - definitely could've been better all around.

I've been overdue for a review, but I happened to stumble upon Paku Katsuya after a painfully…read moreindecisive discussion over where to have lunch. A friend and I came here after taking a walk around the park and decided to give it a try. We ordered Paku's Assorted Tonkatsu Set and a Katsu Sandwich Set, which we upgraded with fries and a drink (lemonade for us!). First off, the portions were massive. Between the two of us, the assorted tonkatsu set alone probably would've been enough to fill us up, but the sandwich was a nice addition. As for the tonkatsu set, we really liked it! The katsu was crispy and juicy, and my friend especially liked the shrimp katsu. The cheese and ham katsu was fine, if a little light on flavor, but if you love a good melted cheese pull, that one's for you. Overall, everything was pretty solid. The fries were fairly standard, while the sandwich itself was flavorful and filling. We found the sauce on the sando to be a little one-dimensional on its own, but it paired nicely with the cabbage slaw and accompanying dressing. The lemonade was also served in a surprisingly generous cup, which we appreciated. If there was one thing we wished they had, it would be Japanese curry sauce! The katsu sauce was yummy, but we would've loved the option to pair the cutlets with a rich Japanese curry. With how crispy the katsu was, I think it would've been a perfect combination. All in all, Paku Katsuya is definitely somewhere we'd return to if we're ever near Boston Common and once again can't figure out where to eat. The portions are generous, the food is satisfying, and it's a great option if you're craving katsu. We'll have to come back sometime for dinner!

If you like katsu (either chicken katsu, pork katsu or fish katsu), Paku is THE place to go! O M…read moreG!!! It is so good! It blew our expectations out of the water. My favorite part was how they walk around and give you free refills of the sides (everything except the katsu). I love that because I love the pickled veggies and Japanese slaw. Or just getting extra rice is great! The service is excellent. The staff is very attentive and courteous. The restaurant is clean and the decor is pretty no nonsense. It is more of a 'quick eats' kind of place, and not a first date kind of place. It's simple and casual with the food as the highlight.

I went on a Monday around noon and it was pretty empty, which surprised me because this place…read moredeserves way more love! Everything we had was so good. The handmade dumplings were definitely one of my favorites, 9/10 and you really can't beat them when they're made fresh. We also tried the duck with gold flakes and the Chinese gnocchi, which were both such a treat. Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and different from the usual places around Boston. I highly recommend coming here and trying some of the authentic Chinese dishes. We really enjoyed everything and will definitely be back.

Came here for an early dinner on a Friday and had no issues getting seats. Service was warm and…read morefriendly and being able to see the soup dumplings being made in real time was nice! Items we ordered as of July 2026 - Pork Soup Dumplings (3) - $8 - Very tender dumpling skin with a rich broth and tender pork inside. You only receive 3 but the size is pretty large. This is definitely something to get when we come here. - Scallion Oil Noodles - $12 - Noodles cooked perfectly and we really enjoyed the scallion flavorings in the dish. For the price it's not bad though in the future I would add protein into it as the noodles on their own isn't anything special. - Cucumber Salad - $8 - We love cucumbers, cilantro AND garlic so this was a very yummy dish for us. Cucumbers were fresh and crisp. Would order this again. - Sweet and Sour Pork - $25 - The tenderloin cut they use has great tenderness and the sauce is fantastic. I only wish they'd add some veggies and fruit to it like some other restaurants (green peppers, pineapples and onions). - Pickled veggies - Free! - Complimentary and also has a nice pickeled bite to it. Really refreshing. Overall we enjoyed our meal here and look forward to returning to try their multitude of other dishes!

Food was pretty good overall. Some of the dishes could've been served hotter, and I wish they had…read moremore entrée options on the menu. Still a decent experience and I'd come back again.

I came here on an Wednesday around 7pm and it surprisingly wasn't as busy as I thought. I believe…read morethere was only 2 other customers there when I first arrived. All the food came out extremely fast and all the staff were extremely friendly! They even offered to pack the leftovers for me and my boyfriend. Some commentary on the food was it was REALLY YUMMY, I recommend putting some extra chili powder on the skewers for extra flavors. Also an note, if it doesn't say 3 or 10 skewers on the side, it only comes with one; I do wish they had an offer for 3 mini sausages. Overall the meal was $95 (before tip, with tax)