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    Sodam Korean Restaurant

    4.0 (414 reviews)
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    SODAM KOREAN RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Pan jeon
    Donny S.

    This place feels like a hidden gem inside of a bunch of warehouses. The most authentic Korean food I've had in quite a long time. The bulgogi was perfectly cooked and spicy. Service was super fast and the restaurant felt comfortable.

    O-sam bulgogi
    Marissa N.

    I haven't been here since 2013, I regret this! Everything is sooooo good! We had the chicken wings twice, they are so spicy and savory with heavy gochujang. We also had the seafood pancake, the kim bob, bokum udon, o-sam bulgogi. They have a steady dine in and take out service. The service is quick.

    Spicy pork and side dishes
    Hanaa K.

    I was really puzzled on how to find the place. There's no building number on the address and the signs point to the back right corner and it's on the back left corner after Loris supermarket. Plenty of parking.. it's a small place in a warehouse like building. My mom is Korean and came with. Got the yukejang. No gosari, no brisket but some mystery beef that was picked out inedible. Came didnt beanspouts... is never made with them. Very little green onion. I could go on and on. It wasn't terrible but it's wasn't what was ordered. Can't say it's regional or everyone cooks their own way.. also got spicy pork. Wow. Neither of us had anything positive to say. Got the hotel clerk and order of thuckpokki and we were embarrassed to give it to him. $10 for a couple bites. We waited 10 minutes after eating despite putting in the order in the beginning. Service was OK. Food came out quickly. Would we come back. Absolutely not. This is a case of Americanized korean food thats lost all the basics that you can't even recognize the dishes anymore. Bean sprouts in that soup is like putting bean spouts in chicken noodle soup. It doesn't work. It's not even thought of it any authentic recipe. I give it a low 2/5 only because the soup portion was decent and the place was clean

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    Sarah C.

    Took my parents here when then visited and they absolutely loved it. Food was delicious as usual and I decided to try something new this time, the dolsot-bibimbap. We all loved it and it tastes so good once you mix everything together. The beef is so tender and I like how the egg cooks more in the clay pot. The service is slower since there's basically only one person clearing the tables, seating individuals and taking your order. The food is worth the wait! We came around 2:30pm on a Monday and the place was nearly packed. So many more ppl came after us, which I was surprised since it was well past lunch time

    Kelly K.

    We have been here on several occasions and they never seem to disappoint! Tucked away in Henrietta's public market area, you're sure to find something delicious to enjoy.

    Dolsot-Bimibob
    Madeline F.

    Firstly, I love a restaurant that isn't too crowded. I'm sure they have rushes but I came in around 3:30p and it was nice and calm. Not too many people. The food came out fast and super hot. We got shrimp shumai, which they steamed by request! Our server was so sweet and the food was amazing. It was our first time trying Soju. If you're like us and think that each of you need your own, you're wrong. Pick a flavor and share one. It is strong lol.

    banchan
    Jessica D.

    Hidden gem! Great spot for some authentic homestyle Korean food. The banchan was delicious, fresh and incredibly flavorful. The entrees came out quick and were sizzling hot. We came on a weekday evening and the place quickly filled up, despite it being tucked away in a little corner. The restaurant itself is on the smaller end but still plenty of seating and parking available. The service was very attentive, a waitress brought extra napkins before I even had a chance to ask.

    Menu
    Miguel L.

    This place is an actual hidden gem, in addition to be hidden. Nice Korean restaurant around Rochester area. Learn about this place from friend recommendation and they warned us this place is hidden. Service was amazing and quick. We ordered the Kalbi from marinated bbq and haemul-tang. Food was delicious and fresh. Overall, will definitely come back to this place.

    Bibimbap
    pantea T.

    All the foods are amazing and fresh Place is small and a little bit depressing but i keep going back for the quality of food The service is good too

    kimchi stew, bulgogi
    SeWook L.

    the location is not easy to access, but the taste and the attitude of the staffs are good.

    galbi (beef) with rice, kimbap, banchan (small sides)

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    6 months ago

    Sodam always has amazing food and service. Easily my favorite Korean restaurant in Rochester.

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    1 year ago

    Authentic, delicious food and excellent service. Not big on the ambience, but that's not why you will visit!

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    1 year ago

    Good genuine Korean with excellent bibimbap, kimbap, and other traditional offerings.

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    1 year ago

    Really impressed by this hole in the wall restaurant. Would recommend the bulgogi and kimchi pancakes. We will be coming again.

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    Pretty authentic Korean food. Location is a bit hard to find. I had to call them to get directions.

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    Great service and food! Long line and, sometimes, waiting time. Also, check for opening hours, they are closed some days of the week.

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    2 years ago

    Food was delicious! Prices are great. There was only server but she was efficient. Went for lunch. Bibimbap was on point.

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    The food and service was absolutely amazing!! Wonderful people!! Will definitely be going back again soon

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