I was in Glasgow on holiday and happened to find Silla by chance. The food was first rate, service was excellent, and our server was genuinely kind and attentive. The place was incredibly busy, but they seated us right away. A casual dining atmosphere, and moderately priced, made this dining experience an absolute pleasure! read more

I had been out this way to see a friend's band and I was accompanied by fellow newbie Yelper Linda D. We sadly just missed the band. Sorry guys! Next time!! We were both hungry and our eyes fell upon Shilla, a Korean restaurant based in Finnieston. Checked out the menu and seen there was some seats available. We had ended up at that busy period but we managed to get seats at the window. We had asked for the mezzanine seats, which looked available, but they said no. Maybe it was reserved, we didn't get an answer. I ordered the teriyaki chicken dish but I didn't really get to order my drink as Linda was ordering a Sapporo beer the waitress then left quickly so guessed I was getting one too. Ah well Sapporo it is. The dish was lovely but I found the chicken to be quite fatty, which is really rare to come across. I found it a bit chewy but the sauce was lovely, served with a side salad and fluffy rice. We were also given a mix of pickles with soy sauce before our main meals, these were complimentary. They were ok, some a bit weird tasting and texture wise a bit strange to me. Overall it was a good experience as they left us alone all night after we were served our food. Linda and I wanted somewhere we could have a good catch up and this was ideal. It was a bit uncomfortable at the end when we paying the bill and the waitress was waiting beside us as we were counting out our money. I would maybe head back and try something else as it was ok but the last visit didn't exactly blow my socks off. read more

Silla Korean Restaurant - Chicken Teriyaki - Korean Near Me - Glasgow, GLG

This is a small cafe like Korean place, about 25 mins walk from Central Station. I love Korean food, particularly anything kimchi, bibimbap and Jigae and have been to Korean restaurants in many countries on my travels. I had the tofu bibimbap at Shilla and it was ok, not as good as some of the other Korean places I've been too in that the vegetables were more of the salad and lettuce variety as opposed to the usual stir fried ones. The kimchi pancakes however were great, and they gave three complimentary starters as usual. The atmosphere was less of a restaurant and more of a cafe with both table seating as well as window seating for solo diners. It's fairly small inside and wasn't busy when I was there around 7pm, so a reservation would not be needed unless you have a bigger group. The menu is pretty extensive with a large variety of dishes, from noodles and rice dishes to stir fried dishes and grilled food. A few Vegetarian options are also available. Prices are very reasonable, pretty standard around £10-12 for most things, and the service was good. read more

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Nice and delicious for someone who love Korean Food At: Agule street near Charing x station (actually its not near but this is the nearest station for this restaurant. Lol) Menu : all is about Korean food. You can find the real Korean food here. Such Bibimbap, Kimchi Jjigae , Tokpokki. In my opinion all food that I ate is good. Price : acceptable read more

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So good! The portions are just the right size and the food was yummy. They don't take reservations so plan accordingly.

"Japaorean." This is the term coined by Lumberjack after our visit with a friend. A friend from Oman was in Glasgow for work (and play), and for her last night here, I wanted to take her out. We opted for Shilla because she was in the mood for Japanese, and I felt like Korean. So this seemed like a happy compromise. Finding the restaurant was a bit of a struggle for both Lumberjack and I, and my friend. I was a little confused with the name change, because we were looking for Kokuryo. We were sat on the ground level dining area, which was small but cheerful. There were about 6 tables on the ground level with seating along the window facing the Argyle Street. Additional seating could be found upstairs in the mezzanine. It's pretty contemporary and simple décor, which doesn't detract from the amazing gastronomical extravaganza about to take place. For a Monday evening it was heavin', and I'm really happy that I booked our table in advance over the phone. I'm also a firm believer that if the chefs and clientele are of that ethnicity, it's totally legit and tasty. Would you eat Korean food cooked by an Englishman? Nope, didn't think so! Joking aside, this place was really great... here's why: Lumberjack and I started with sushi (defo not Korean, but we love our sushi). LJ opted for lobster temaki, and I got eel nigiri. The sushi was fresh and delicious (obviously Japanese, not Korean). With most Korean restaurants I've frequented, you're normally served banchan (side dishes), which include gaji namul (boiled aubergine) and kongnamul (cold boiled bean sprouts with sesame oil). All very standard and tasty sides. Between the 3 of us, we ordered: ccan sho saewoo - deep fried king prawn in hot and sweet sauce dak gal bi - chargrilled chicken with Korean style rice cake, sweet potato and selected vegetables, served with rice beef teriyaki - chargrilled chicken with sweet teriyaki sauce, served with salad and rice The 3 mains were more than enough food to share, as we got to pick at each dish to sample. Yah family style dining! The flavors were so good, and the spice factor just right. Rather than a "Korean" restaurant, it was more of a mixture of both "Korean" and "Japanese". Overall the food was really great and made me miss my "big" Tina with whom I'd go for Korean with (plus she's half Korean). The service was decent overall. They were quite patient while we waited for my friend to arrive. The food came out in a timely matter, especially the sushi, because the poor sushi chef was inundated with so many orders. Between the 3 of us, the damage came to just under £50. Not too shabby. The sweet and lowdown: intimate restaurant, takes reservations (book in advance if you can), decently priced, fresh and tasty food, and decent service. read more

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While my dining companions were all a little skeptical about the prospect of Korean food, I opted for a lucky dip of starters from the menu and duly devoured the complimentary snacks given to us pre-meal. Now I don't know what they were exactly but they were good. Very good. Considering myself to be something of a connoisseur by the time the main course came, I perhaps went a little overboard with my praise of all things Korean. The flavours! The textures! The presentation! Oh and I just love the way you're encouraged to eat with your hands, it's so rustic and informal, you know it's really rather liberating... ...only I was wrong. Having eaten around a quarter of my haemul pajeon (a sort of seafood omelette) by hand, our Korean waitress, who I'd noticed giggling with her colleague, handed me a knife and fork and informed me that the fact cutlery had been missing was a mistake on their part. In other words, they'd stood and watched this cringeworthy episode unfold for a good two or three minutes before ending it. Apologising profusely while trying, and failing, to keep a straight face, she ensured it was a thoroughly humiliating end to the meal for me. But you know, it was deserved, and in the end it was an experience which added to the place. Despite the modern decor, this small Argyle Street restaurant is informal and relaxed. The staff are bubbly and helpful and as the city's only Korean eatery it represents one of the most unique dining experiences in Glasgow. Most importantly, the food is fantastic and I don't care what etiquette says, it did taste even better with my hands. read more

Silla Korean Restaurant - Korean Near Me - Glasgow, GLG

"What else don't we have?" Was the shout of the waiter to the Chef as we tried to order our meal.... On Saturday a group of us visited Shilla to find out what Korean cuisine had to offer and I am afraid it was a bit of a disappointing experience on several fronts. The restaurant was boiling hot and they switched between opening the door and trying to get the air con to work. Neither did and instead it felt a bit like we were eating in a sauna. On top of this you really felt packed in due to the lack of space. Getting to know your fellow diners must be part of the experience. The menu showed that there was meant to be two Korean beers on offer. Sadly they did not have the OB in stock so I went with Hite. The Hite was fine, but a bit light for my taste. I suspect the OB has been out of stock for a long long time, as when Bex reviewed over a year ago it was also not available. Perhaps time for a menu update Shilla? I then tried to order scallops for starters and they did not have any. Our waiter shouted to the kitchen to find out what else they were out of and a whole list got shouted back. I managed to order some king prawns with "chefs special sauce" for starters and they tasted fine. The sauce just seemed to be soya with onions. The prawns were far from big. For mains I got a dish that was described as "spicy pork, squid and assortment" with rice. I still don't know what the assortment was. It all tasted ok, but is not something I would try again in a hurry. It just all seemed a bit bland The others diners with me faired either the same or worse and the general feeling was either I can't eat that or that the food was ok-ish. This place will survive because of location, but I think the staff gave up caring about the experience the diners have a long time ago. read more

Silla Korean Restaurant - Korean Near Me - Glasgow, GLG

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Racial discrimination Racial discrimination Racial discrimination When we went into the restaurant, no one received us. An Asian (Korean) asked us to step back to the door and take our temperature four or five times before we were admitted and we had to scan the code to register. Then six or seven foreigners (no Asians) came and sat down without taking their temperature or scanning their code. After the food was served, we took off our masks and got up to wash our hands before eating. The Asian man immediately told us to put on masks, but none of the customers in the restaurant were wearing them. When we finished our meal, we gave the money to another white waitress and left. The Asian lady rushed out and asked if we had paid. We said yes and how much we had paid (not believing us). She didn't let us go until we explained and asked her to check the information with the other staff. And the menu contains food, but not all of it is presented in the real thing. The vegetables were not washed clean of the black soil. read more

Shilla has been on my to-eat list for EVER and I finally found a chance to get in for lunch yesterday. I believe it was Glasgow's first Korean restaurant, and inside it has a small casual dining area (good for lunch) as well dining upstairs. I took a seat by the window and looked over the lunch menu which is pretty comprehensive - there's starters, rice dishes, char-grilled meats and noodles. As it was a cold, blustery day I decided to go for the warming sizzle of dolsot bibimbab, served in a stone pot. I've tried this dish at Kimchi Cult and so I was keen to see how they compared. While I was waiting on my food they brought over some small plates of pickles which was nice. It was maybe 10 minutes for my meal to arrive and I love how it arrives sizzling hot. They also gave me a side of miso soup which I didn't expect but really appreciated. The dolsot comes with a side of hot sauce so you can flavour it how you like - I'm not really a hot sauce person, but overall I found the dish a little bland so it definitely needed it. The portion size was fine but I'm sure the one I tried at Kimchi Cult was a bit more generous. There was a raw egg in there which cooks as you mix it in, and I love how the rice on the bottom of the bowl crisps up as you eat. All up, I was impressed with this and really enjoyed it, but I have to say that KC is my preferred option for this dish. My bill came to £10 for the dolsot and an orange juice. The casual dining area is totally fine for a quick lunch and was pretty busy by the time I was leaving. I'd definitely go back here for another try as there was lots more on the menu that I'm keen to try. read more

Silla Korean Restaurant - Korean Near Me - Glasgow, GLG

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This is my favourite restaurant of all time. I love the consistently excellent food, the authentic dining experience and unassuming and efficient waiting staff. Each time you dine there is a beautiful wee selection of amuse bouche to share - things like kimchi, potatoes, cucumber or bean sprouts. For started the seafood omelette is to die for- really varied seafood including delightful wee baby squid, mussels and calamari. The tofu and seafood stew is my go-to dish. I am never disappointed with the fantastically generous portion, awesome sticky rice and lovely silver chopsticks (forks provided too!). Absolutely love it. read more

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One of the best Korean restaurants in Glasgow. I had the thick noodle dish with chicke and it tasted delicious. Definately recommend it and will visit again! read more

Well I only ever had the sushis and they do not taste fresh at all and I am really upset because they are all individually packed in plastic pouches and I believe we already use too much plastic. I know this is not the best review but I dont like over use of plastic and not fresh tasting sushis Voila! read more

After a brief trip to South Korea I completely fell in love with their food, so as soon as I returned to Glasgow I immediately sought out somewhere I could get my Kimchi fix. Unfortunately Glasgow only appears to have a single Korean restaurant, thankfully it's a good one. Shilla has quickly become one of my favourite restaurants even though It could do with a bit of refurbishment. The decor does look a little tired, but it is always clean and the food more than makes up for the slightly ageing wallpaper. A typical meal will see my starting with gun man do (fried minced port dumplings with an amazing dipping sauce) or the oh jingo twi gim (lightly battered squid). For main my favourite is the oh sam bul go ki, a spicy pork and squid dish served with rice. And of course I have to get a side of Kimichi! The also serve Korean beer (Hite) and have a modest selection of wines. My only complaint is that they never any Makgeolli which seems almost impossible to get in Glasgow. The restaurant is normally fairly busy so I always recommend booking ahead. Also to avoid being placed on one of the awkward bench like tables around the window I always ask for a mezzanine table when making a booking. read more

I've been coming here for several years now ever since it opened as Kokuryo - the first Korean restaurant in Scotland. Subsequently a sister restaurant, Shilla, opened in Edinburgh, and now the original Glasgow Korean is also called Shilla. The food remains excellent and totally authentic - always drawing in passing Korean businessmen and it even has Korean beer - I prefer the OB. I recommend the bulgoki, a marinated grilled meat served with lettuce leaves, or the bibimbap rice dish if you want something spicy. The waiting staff have changed since they first opened as Kokoryu, and although it took them a while to improve the service, the last time I was there they were as good as it gets. It's quite a small place, so its popularity demands booking at times. read more

I've been to Shilla twice now, and while the food is tasty enough, I couldn't help feeling like the place overcharges and is a bit stingy with portions. Sure, there is little competition in Glasgow so there's really nothing to compare it to in the city, but they should definitely be giving more banchan (if not in variety, at least in quantity). At a recent visit, there were five of us, and they still came out with the same amount they would give for two people. So we were all five of us huddled around these three tiny bowls of banchan. Maybe outside of the States this is just the norm? Either way, kind of underwhelming. Seafood pancake was good and crispy, Jajangmyeon was saucy (but not overly so) with the right balance of sweetness. Ddouk bok yi fish cake was just okay. My favorite thing we ordered was a beef stew (not spicy) with what tasted like an anchovy garlicky based broth with glass noodles. Better than I remember it being the first time around, but still not good enough to warrant a trip back any time soon. read more

Shilla looked decent from the outside, although on the wrong end of a street that has a few vacant shops and a few with signs peeling off. I had never been to a Korean restaurant before, but there was something familiar (the crab). To go with this i choose some marinated tofu, not sure this is an ideal complimentary food to have with crab. Each had a distincive taste, gosh the taste buds were experiencing new things. We were recommended a traditional dish called kimichi, which we are told is a favourite in Korea. It was interesting, especially when the garlic hits!! wow, which I suspect was concealing a good helping of chilli! Wow, pass the water. Shilla did many other possibly tasty things such as pork strippings in a stir-fry with a Korean flavour twist, also I saw a whole little bird that had been cooked in some sort of sauce which turned it golden yellow brown colour. Lots to pick from, the clientele at the time I was in were a bit loud though and not scared to pop the odd comment across the restaurant. read more

So since my favourite place in the city centre no longer does Korean food (WEEEEEPS), I wanted to give Shilla a second chance. The last time I tried it was 3 years ago with my Korean best friend and we were both pretty unimpressed by it. Anyway, looks like the place has gone through a face lift! Definitely looks better than before! It was busy when we went over but took only like 10 minutes of waiting before we got a seat by the window, no biggie. While waiting, they gave us some side dish/starters to snack on. First things first, they didn't prepare chopsticks for us so Gian had to head to the bar to ask for it. Secondly, took forever for a member of staff to take our order even though it was obvious we were ready (I even put my hand up to call them over). Once we finally got their attention, we ordered Jajamyeon, Spicy tofu soup with rice, and Ddubboki to share between me and Gian. The ddubokki was pretty alright although not spicy enough at all! Still ok though, wouldn't mind snacking on this everyday. My Jajamyeon was ok too. Portion was pretty big and they were generous with the bean paste and toppings. Cool. Gian wasn't a big fan of his spicy tofu soup though, and nor was I. It didn't taste like tofu soup at all (it's suppose to taste fermented and rich, this was just diluted spicy water tbh). Altogether, it was about 15-17quid per person. Not the cheapest but Korean food isn't too common here after all. I dunno, I think maybe I just have super high expectations for South Korean food, seeing as it's one of my favourite cuisines ever. The service wasn't great either. Seems like the waiting staff were pretty absent-minded. I'm not a big fan of Shilla but perhaps others will prefer it since the flavours are not as strong as I'm used to. Give it a try regardless! read more

Went here last night to get an idea of what the food might be like in Korea when we go next week! It would have been 5 stars but we were really cold next to the door sat facing the window with the menu in it so people going past would stare in, bit off putting. There was also no OB beer which we'd really wanted to try and no sushi (I really wanted this as a starter, despite it not being Korean as I LOVE sushi!) We'll have to go back to try it! The food was great though, really different flavours and spicy but not too spicy for me which I was worried it might be. The staff were also really friendly with one guy giving us tips for our visit to South Korea. You can see my pictures and read my longer babbling review here if you like...olivedragonfly.blogspot.co.uk/2013/03/south-korea-shilla-review.html read more

I went to Shilla about a year and a half ago before it changed names and had a really good meal and thoroughly enjoyed it. The other week I went again for lunch and I thought the meal was amazing and the prices more than decent. As this is the only Korean restaraunt in Glasgow that I know of, I'm glad they are still there. I got the bibimbap (stone bowl) with beef for £6.50 and it was a big portion. The rice was cooked perfectly and the toppings were all fresh and tasty. The egg was just runny enough and the sauce was served on the side which allowed me to judge how much I wanted. My friend got a noodle dish which she really enjoyed as well. I think there is enough variety on the menu for a mixed group of friends eating together as there are the standard "Asian food" choices and there are more adventurous dishes as well. Included before the meal are some little dishes which is a very nice touch. My one complaint was the service. Although the servers were all very pleasant, there was a wait every step of the way. My friend's food came out long before mine which meant she was halfway through her meal by the time I got my food. That said, it was still a great experience and the quality of the food means I'll be going back. read more

Slow services and got us wrong orders, food came out not as expected. Raman looks like instant noodle. Not recommended.

I have always come here for my Korean food fix (as there has always been no other choice before Kimchi Cult opened). I love the food in this place as it is super warming and always feels like comfort food. The service isn't always the friendliest but may be because they are often quite busy and rushing around. Never had any major complaints that have ruined it though. The restaurant is small but doesn't usually bother my dining experience either as I go to eat the food then leave. My favourites on the menu are Dugbokki (Korean rice cakes) and the kimchi fried rice (comes with egg on top!). If you are not a fan of spice then probably won't be your first choice but they are plenty of other dishes to choose from. The stone pots have always been a popular choice for me too as it has the meat, egg and veg with hot sauce to stir. Otherwise, the sizzling meat dishes (/non-spicy options) with separate rice are also really good. Overall a great place for grub and I would definitely recommend. Go for the food if anything! read more

Amazing food and such good value for money. Heartily recommend the seafood hot pot soup dish. It had creatures u didn't even recognise in it! read more

Silla Korean Restaurant - Were we 20000 leagues under the sea! - Korean Near Me - Glasgow, GLG

This place had been recommended by quite a few friends. Finally on Monday, I had the opportunity to sample their food and it lived up to my expectations. A lovely small eatery with friendly staff. From my experience this was the first South East Asian restaurant where I had no difficulty communicating my allergies. And both the kitchen and staff took utmost care to make sure my food never came in contact to the allergens, not only that any side dish that had any of the allergens was kept at a distance from me. Which I found extremely considerate. As we settled we were served four different nibbles - pickled cucumber, potato in soy sauce, aubergine with tomatoes and onion, and Kimchi. For starters we had their Seafood omelette which was really nice. And for my main course I had the chef's special home made noodles with pork. I loved the food and their service. A place I will definitely eat again at the next time I am in Glasgow. read more

Silla Korean Restaurant - Seafood omelette - Korean Near Me - Glasgow, GLG

taste pretty good. Strongly recommend the chicken string(No.3). Photo is about 24 & 26 read more

Silla Korean Restaurant - taste pretty good. Strongly recommend the chicken string(No.3). Photo is about 24 & 26 - Korean Near Me - Glasgow, GLG

Been coming here almost weekly since the summer when I was first introduced to Korean food. Shame it's the only restaurant of its kind in Glasgow but it's great. Intimate setting but ideal for a quick bite or before heading out. And don't be discouraged if it looks full through the window; there's also an upstairs area. I would thoroughly recommend Korean staples such as Kimchi and Bulgoki, but I'd encourage you to try the more expensive dishes like the pork belly. No trip to the West End is complete without a visit here! read more

This is one of my favourite restaurants. Great selection of starters and main, and the kimchi is so tasty - only place i can ever get it. When we arrived there were no tables, but they found us one quickly - it is very small though so expect it to be packed out most of the time so booking is advisable. Service was quick. The prices are really reasonable. And you get some complimentary appetisers soon after you sit down. We will be back soon! read more

The best korean restaurant in Glasgow. The food was perfect, well belanced flavours in all dishes. We definitely will visit It again. Highly recommended! read more

I used to live nearby when I studied in Glasgow uni. and shilla has a good reputation among the Asian students circle. Once you have tried it you will know why. The restaurant itself is not big, if u r coming with a big group it will definitely be too crowded. Although it's not spacious, this doesn't affect its business at all. Better make a reservation if you are coming at weekend nighttime. So far I've tried kimchi fried rice, seafood fried rice, tofu stew, seafood pancake, Korean rice cake and stone pot. They are all delicious!!! I can't give it five stars because normally Korean restaurants give you unlimited free cold appetizer dishes but here only provides four tiny portions. They are like really really tiny! Since this is almost the only Korean restaurant in Glasgow, I hope someday they can provide Korean BBQ. I will be even more loyal to Shilla! Btw they used to give 10% discount on takeaway and cheaper at lunchtime, now it's all full price! Quite disappointed about it! read more

My husband and I have eaten at Shilla for years as we enjoy their food. However, we have noticed that their food portions are continually shrinking as their prices increase. Rice portion is meagre and cost £2.50. The kimchi jigae is mostly soup and kimchi, with 3 sad slices of tofu and barely noticeable pieces of wafer-thin pork.The pa jeon starter at £7.50 is also way too expensive for an omelette with several tiny pieces of squid. It's a real shame that the Shilla management is adopting a 'minimise expense, maximise profit' attitude because their food does taste really good. They don't realise that generosity can go a long way and if this scrimping continues, their clientele will eventually dwindle. read more

Had this chef's special hot stone chicken with veggies and rice - served with kimchi salad. I asked to make them with their extra spicy sauce. Fabulous! read more

Online this place looks epic however I'm not convinced by it! Entering the restaurant it is tiny and the heat oh my! The door was pinned open but I think that it just made it warmer! Sat at our table, which was so close to the next table it was like we were all together considering the place was empty we could have been a table apart! Looking at the menu everything was coated in chefs special sauce but nothing actually telling you what the special sauce was. I went for the Korean chicken with rice cakes. I am still unsure what part was the rice cakes. The food was average! We ordered beers and they were out of stock of a couple! I really hate when places have run out of items on the menu especially when you can buy this type of beer in the supermarket. I tend to think it's just laziness from the buying team to not have the items on their menu at the start of the night! After our meal I couldn't get out of there any quicker due to the heat! Not sure I would hurry back here. read more

This restaurant is amazing. If you like prawns and fried dumplings, they are the best you will ever taste. Try the tempura prawns they will melt in your mouth. Lunch time prices are very reasonable, evening a bit more expensive. Korean food is more similar to Japanese than Chinese. Not all korean food is spicy as some may think. It is my favourite restaurant in Glasgow. I have been going there for about 5 years now. Worth a visit, you will not be dissapointed read more

this place is really great value for money.... finally got some proper korean food and chopsticks! I had bulgogi which is beef. proper side dishes, proper rice, proper beef, proper sauce, proper raw lettuce. They also lid the candle for me. A little of wait but all is good for a proper 10pounds dinner. read more