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    Soban

    4.7 (22 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Banchan
    Kathy Y.

    This is such an incredible new addition to the Duluth Korean food scene! Since there are already so many amazing Korean restaurants in the area, I was a bit skeptical about whether a new spot could really stand out, but it completely blew me away. Every single dish was an absolute hit. The banchan were fresh, delicious, and incredibly plentiful. The seafood pancake was easily one of the best I have ever had in the area, and trust me, I have tried quite a few. For the mains, the stewed fish and the bibimbap were both phenomenal and packed with authentic flavor. On top of the amazing quality, the portion sizes were generous enough that we left completely stuffed. I will absolutely be back to try more of the menu in the future!

    Wen L.

    TL;DR -- Soban Korean Restaurant is a promising newcomer with food that genuinely stands out -- the cold noodle alone might be the best you've ever had. Service has some growing pains, but the friendliness and food quality make it easy to forgive. Everything here feels fresh -- the space, the decor, the menu. Speaking of the menu, clear your schedule before you sit down because it's going to take a few minutes to get through. The decoration has a warm, homey feel that makes the space comfortable despite being brand new. Now, the service. It took three different servers to get water, and our second dish didn't arrive until we were almost done with the first. Timing and coordination still need work. That said, everyone was genuinely friendly throughout, and it's hard to be too hard on a place that's still finding its rhythm fresh out of the gate. Give them time. The food, though -- that's where Soban earns its keep. The cold noodle is exceptional. Most cold noodles at other spots are bland and forgettable, but this one actually has flavor -- a subtle radish note running through a broth that's light but surprisingly complex. If you're looking for a cold dish to beat the summer heat, this is a must-order, full stop. The beef back rib with bean sprout delivered too. The meat falls clean off the bone, and the bean sprouts held their texture without going soggy, which is harder to get right than it sounds. The food here is the real deal. Come for that cold noodle. Service: 4/5 · Food: 5/5 · Atmosphere: 4/5

    Luke H.

    A pleasant surprise while we were shopping close to Mega Mart for a Sunday lunch before heading back to Midtown. Still a soft opening, but service was great. Only three servers then, but they were fast and efficient and always prompt when we needed service. Their side dishes are probably one of the best in the Duluth area and quite authentic which we liked. Great quality, service, and ambiance.

    Galbijjim
    Sabrina K.

    They give you so much side dishes! The cuttlefish tastes as good as it looks. We got the cuttlefish and also the galbijjim that had the bones sticking out. They cut up the meat off for you or you can eat it with disposable gloves.

    Soban ssambap w/ bulgogi. With banchan and soy bean soup.

    Wonderful spread. So many choices of bancha and phenomenal service. I will return soon!

    My new favorite Korean restaurant in Atlanta. The food is very delicious and the ambiance is very pleasant. I feel like I'm back in Seoul.

    Clean and very nice atmosphere! Service was great, all the server was nice. Food was awesome just like when had in Korea. I love they have more side dishes than other restaurant.

    Very clean, spacious, and good food. Banchan was good too. Recommend if you are visiting Duluth

    really good Korean cuisine

    I really great Korean cuisine. I really like the atmosphere and the port strew. Highly recommend

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    Service is ok. Nice clean. Food is so salty. I ordered ssambob and a gu jjim. Ban chan is good.

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    The food was really good.Also,The sides were AMAZING !!!!!!!The interior was very pretty and nicely decorated!

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    K-Mom’s Kitchen

    K-Mom’s Kitchen

    4.7
    (23 reviews)
    2.1 mi

    Revisited my favorite place in Duluth. Place is the same,…read moresame sweet owner and delish food. 10 side dishes, seaweed soup: and she gave us different rice to try. One of them was soaked barley rice which was delicious soft and nutritious. Had summer bibimbop (mixed vegetables with rice) and roasted croaker fish. She remembered us and came to chat. Kept filling our dishes. Love this place, so will you.

    Mom Kitchen in Duluth (a.k.a. K‑Mom's Kitchen - 엄마밥상) is a true hidden gem celebrated for bringing…read moreauthentic Korean home‑cooking to the area--think of it as a warm hug from mom, plated with love and care . Here's what makes it so special: Authentic Home‑Cooked Flavors A small, carefully curated menu (~10-13 dishes) ensures each item is made thoughtfully, from traditional kimchi stew to perfectly grilled fish. Reviewers consistently describe the food as reminiscent of mom's cooking--real, comforting, and unpretentious . Owners avoid over‑seasoning with excess salt, staying true to authentic flavors. Banchans ... made with care. Cozy, Inviting Setting & Hospitality The atmosphere is intimate, with just about 10 tables in a clean, welcoming space. Service is warm and personal-- where you feel like family. Owners are often present, chatting with customers, serving dishes (like prepped bibimbap), and even topping up banchans--creating a community atmosphere. Generous Banchan & Portions You get up to 10 side dishes (banchans)--a level of variety uncommon in small spots . Sides are replenished freely-- won't let you leave hungry.

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    Bulgogi with 10 Side Dishes
    Bulgogi with 10 Side Dishes
    Spicy marinated crab
    Spicy marinated crab
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    Zoong Guk Jib

    Zoong Guk Jib

    4.0
    (77 reviews)
    3.8 mi
    $$

    My friends came here to celebrate another milestone through our graduate program. Half of them had…read morealready gotten a private table in a secluded room being a party of 6. Perfect if you're looking to celebrate more intimately with your group. We got their Go chu jap chae, Cream shrimp, Jjambbong, Tangsuyuk, and Seafood jaengban. It was my first time having Go chu jap chae but I really enjoyed all the bell peppers and onions with thin cuts of beef. The fluffy rolls were just a plus. Cream shrimp were also fluffy but my favorite dishes were definitely the Jjambbong and Seafood jaengban. It was difficult to say which one I liked better because they were both delicious in their own ways! The Tangsuyuk was also crispy with the sweet and sour dipping sauce on the side. Overall, my friends and I had a great time. The food was fantastic, the portions were hefty, and the prices were justified. Staff were attentive and efficient so I can't wait to come again. Come check them out, you won't regret it!

    My favorite restaurant in GA to get jajangmyun and tang soo yuk. I believe the noodles used are egg…read morebased, giving it a richer taste. The jajangmyun sauce comes in varying degrees of spiciness, but even the medium isn't too bad; has a slight kick but doesn't take away from the overall taste. The tang soo yuk also has two different batter options, one is little chewier than the other, but it was recommended to me by the waitress and definitely enjoyed it with their sweet and sour sauce. The waitresses there have always been very attentive and professional, never regret leaving a big tip because they definitely worked for it. Overall, ambiance is pretty noisy as there are a lot of seats and since it's a very family orientated restaurant, it's usually been packed with families enjoying a meal. The restaurant also shares a parking lot with a Tesla super charger, so it was perfect for me to plug my car in while I eat.

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    Inside. Check-in area.
    Inside. Check-in area.
    Kan Poong Ki. $22.95. Fried chicken in sweet and sour garlic sauce with spicy peppers and vegetables.
    Kan Poong Ki. $22.95. Fried chicken in sweet and sour garlic sauce with spicy peppers and vegetables.
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    Moo Bong Ri

    Moo Bong Ri

    4.3
    (49 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    I rarely write reviews and try to be considerate of the behind the scenes operations as a former…read morefood service worker from my past. HOWEVER, I was very disappointed with the service. My partner and I came in around roughly 9:50-10pm. When we arrived we're were initially informed that we had to order soon because they were closing in 30 minutes and were understandings of that. Shortly after we were seated, (literally 1-2 minutes) about 3 employees came to our table letting us know we needed to order within the next few minutes. It was like 10:05. I tried asking one of the employee what the meat options were and was just interrupted by him being persistent in us ordering and did not really answer our questions, mainly because I noticed some of the meat options were pork and I do not consume pork for personal reasons. My partner and I felt overwhelmed and just ordered something we thought would not include pork. After submitting our order another employee came by with the check already without us asking insisting for us to pay before our food even came out. Mind you the restaurant closed within 20 minutes at this point. When our food did come out, it did contain PORK!!! We just left shortly afterwards and left the food on the table.

    우리는 배가 터질 듯이 불러올 때까지 여기서 먹었다. 삼겹살 진짜맛있어. 돼지고기 냄새 없어. 10점 만점 10점!!…read more I came here with a group of eight people, and we all ordered the brisket, pork belly, and the large intestine. I was absolutely obsessed with the smell of this restaurant before I even went in! I appreciated them, giving us two grills, and the staff actually cook the meat for you. I wish I was sitting more towards the left grill because whoever cooked the pork belly on that side made sure the flame was hot enough and it cooked the pork thoroughly while also making it crispy on the outside. In front of me, the griller did not make the heat high enough so it took a while for the pork to be fully cooked. She told us it was done and it was still kind of chewy so I kept swapping back-and-forth from the left grill onto this one. That's the only reason why I gave it a four instead of a five out of five was because I did not like the way they cooked part of our pork. It was so chewy the fat was not cooked at all, but it was an easy fix. I just had to cook it longer on the other grill but again we shared two grills between eight people so 1/2 of our group got to eat more than us. I like how the pork doesn't have a really strong, pork smell, and it tasted very good like it was seasoned properly. I absolutely love the kimchi! I love how this restaurant stays open pretty late so we can enjoy eating and drinking. It's such a nice casual place to hang out. For dessert, we had kimchi fried rice haha. It was such a great night!

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    Moo Bong Ri
    Moo Bong Ri
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    Soban - korean - Updated June 2026

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