This place is an absolute gem. Stopped by on a sunday for lunch - there were a few open tables when we arrived but they filled up quickly so would recommend getting a reservation if you can. The moment you walk inside, you're hit with the smell of warm broths and soups. Clean, modern restaurant with lots of tables and bar seating. We ordered the following: - kimchi pancake: super flavorful with crispy edges and a noticeable kimchi taste. - spicy pork bone soup: the soup was hearty with a mountain of greens and two massive pork bones with lots of meat on it. beware though, this soup is seriously spicy and would not recommend for those who can only handle mild spice - bossam: this was hands down the star of the show for me. thick pork belly slices with a balanced fat to meat ratio and extremely tender. Paired fantastically with the garlic, lettuce and ssamjang. The menu is small but you can tell each dish has been carefully curated to provide warm, comforting meals. Huge portions and staff was friendly w quick service. The only downside is the location - it's in the tenderloin, so trickier to access. Highly recommend a visit if you can! read more

Sungho - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

Comforting korean food in the tenderloin! Very simple menu with limited options. I tried the beef rib soup, pork bone soup and bossam. Both soups had a hefty amount of meat, and although they seem simple, the depth of flavor in each was incredible. They were so soothing and comforting. The bossam was on another level. Perfect ratio of meat and fattiness. It comes with fresh lettuce, sauce and raw jalapenos/garlic. As banchan, they serve pickled radish, kimchi and pickled onions. The interior is timeless, and I absolutely love their silverware-- its heavy duty and matches the vibe of the restaurant. As expected, its all street parking. read more

Sungho is SO good. Fully exceeded expectations. We got a few things and every single one hit. The kimchi pancake with pork was crispy, savory, and actually had real kimchi flavor instead of just being oily. The bossam was insane. The pork belly was sooo tender, clean, and just really well done. Every meat we had was ridiculously tender. The beef short rib soup was also so good. Super comforting, rich but still clean. Apparently they do these long-simmered broths and you can really taste it. This is the kind of bowl that makes you pause for a second. The spicy jokbal fried rice was the standout for me. It actually has real heat, so just know that going in. But the flavor is ridiculous. Now I'm already planning to come back and try the jokbal itself. The menu is pretty focused and everything feels really intentional. Space is simple and cozy, nothing fancy which fits the food. Portions are solid and great for sharing. Such a satisfying meal. Def coming back. read more

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When I'm in the thick of the Tenderloin, I'm usually trying to find the best way to get out. However, I had been curious about this spot and found an excuse to come here when I was serving on a jury at the Superior Court nearby. Since it was still light out, I figured I'd walk over after the day's deliberations and arrive at 5PM when they opened. Good idea except I was too early and ended up sprinting around the block three times to avoid being conspicuous. When I finally was able to enter, I secured a seat at the counter despite not having a reservation. The menu was sparse - just nine items - and each was described in savory detail (Photo 6). Based on the reviews I read and my own dietetic predilections, I went for their signature dish, the $26 Pork Bone Soup. It came with a hearty bowl of hot white rice (Photo 7) and a bit of banchan, including kimchi, pickled daikon, marinated onion and sliced jalapeños (Photo 8). The soup came in a traditional earthenware pot to retain the heat of the milky broth, which had been simmering in pork bones for at least 24 hours. The tender pork itself was sliced razor-thin and mixed with spices and chopped green onion (Photo 10). A side of fresh chile paste was presented on the side and deepened the flavor of the rich broth. The net result was Korean comfort food done with culinary flair but staying true to its homestyle roots. FOOD - 4 stars...pork bone soup with panache, modest on the banchan AMBIANCE - 4 stars...a nice oasis in the middle of the 'Loin SERVICE - 4 stars...attentive TOTAL - 4 stars...Korean comfort food when you least expect it RELATED - Exploring the Tenderloin? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/PDhDX2QGZ- read more

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Don't judge a book by it's cover! Been meaning to come visit this restaurant for quite some time. I have to be honest, it's not in the best of neighborhoods, the Tenderloin! No parking. Lots of people hanging around outside that may deter you from coming. But, if you are brave enough, you will be rewarded to a very chic, modern Korean restaurant that makes some of the best Korean soups in SF! Perfect for the cold SF nights but also warm soup for the soul. Spicy bone soup-a little too spicy for myself and friends. They need to lower the spice and heat just a notch or two. Regular bone soup- It made me feel like I was having it made by some grandma in the back boiling it with love. Bossam- juicy pork slices that you mix with some gojujang sauce, garlic in lettuce. Tasty! I told the owner about how I've been wanting to come and my hesitations. I say catch a uber or lyft ride there, step in the door, and you will be rewarded and glad that you came! read more

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Discovered this place after craving spicy marinated crabs. Made a reservation and left happy. I keep coming back mostly for the bossam and their beef short rib soup. It's always comforting and light and after eating I don't feel like I overate. Their service is amazing and they always check up on you to ask about the food and come around for water refills. There is also of course banchan which goes well with the bossam, however I will say their kimchi is a bit overfermented but if you like that more acidic taste then you will enjoy it all the more. I find that this is a nice spot to come with others or a friend their lights during the evening are lowered and it creates a very nice atmosphere. I will continue to come back here and glad I discovered this spot and definitely recommend. read more

Sungho - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

I was blown away by this hole-in-the-wall Tenderloin restaurant that transports you into a Korean grandmother's kitchen. This isn't the Korean food you're used to - lots of meats, barbecue, etc.). This is home cooking at it's comfort-for-the-soul finest, with one clear standout on the menu - a divine bone broth simmered for 24 hours and paired with tender pork. Also impressive was the bosam, pork belly with a delicious home made sauce that you'd wrap in accompanying lettuce. The house-made kimchi was also impressive. And the price is pretty fair. Two of us ate for about $100, which is a great and hearty meal in the city, especially at this quality. read more

Sungho - Bossam (Boiled Pork Belly) - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Sungho is a Korean comfort food restaurant located in the Tenderloin neighborhood so a little difficult to find parking. Suggest taking public transportation or uber if you want to come here. This is not your traditional Korean BBQ restaurant. It focuses on Bone Soup, Jokbal, marinated crab, and bossam. Jokbal is a korean soy braised pork trotter and Bossam is slow boiled pork belly. These dishes are often accompanied with lettuce wraps and some soybean paste where you can make your lettuce wrap with your favorite protein. While we didn't try the Jokbal today, I've had these in Korea and they are quite tasty and has a gelatinous texture. Today, we shared the Beef Bone Soup and Bossam. The Beef Bone Soup came out piping hot with two big short ribs. The soup was flavorful and I didn't need to add any salt. Some of the other Beef Bone Soup I've tried recommended you add salt to your liking. The short rib was very tender but still retained a bite to it. The Bossam was equally tender and was not heavily seasoned by itself but when wrapped with the lettuce, soybean paste, and other accompaniments tasted great. The portion size was very good, enough for two people to share. The menu is somewhat limited though in my opinion. Wish there were more options to choose from. The other popular dish here is the korean pancake. read more

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Took my wife here for valentines dinner and the food was absolutely delicious! We got the spicy pork bone soup, pork belly lettuce wrap, and kimchi pancake. It was a lot of food for 2. Their menu is small but every item is so well made. Didn't feel like we could have went wrong with any order. Parking is bad on this street as it is pretty close to city hall/bill graham. We had to walk through some pretty bad streets. Saw someone pull out a screwdriver to break open a fenced gate to get out of the rain. Recommend getting there early for parking. read more

Sungho - Spicy pork bone soup, pork belly lettuce wrap, kimchi pancake - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

The atmosphere here was it was a nice tiny restaurant with limited seating. Make sure to get reservations as it gets packed. We got the spicy raw marinated crab, kimchi pancake and pork bone soup. Raw marinated crab: (4/5) Nice fresh taste with decent amount of meat inside. The flavor was tasty but wish there was more of a garlic-y flavor and it was almost a bit too spicy to be enjoyable coming from a spice lover Kimchi Pancake: (...) Thought the kimchi flavor was a little lacking. It was very crispy as the other reviews said but I thought it was almost too crispy to the point where it kinda felt burnt tasting. In my opinion I think you can pass on this Pork Bone Soup: (5/5) This was my personal favorite. I liked how they didn't skip out on the meat in the soup. I read how they boil the soup for over 24 hours the flavor of the broth was so rich flavorful. Perfect for the rainy cold weather Server was nice but seemed like was managing too many tables I had to refill my own water regardless he was nice just shows it gets busy here read more

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Overall, delicious restaurant! The pork bone soup contained soft pork belly and seasoned with green onion along with black pepper. It was very comforting. The kimchi pancake was the thinnest and crispiest ones I've had. I couldn't quite taste the pork as much, but I loved the texture. The bossam assembly was tasty with the tender pork belly and crunchy kimchi. The atmosphere was elegant with wooden furnitures. Staff was also friendly. read more

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This might be the most authentic Korean spot in the city! Beef short rib soup was so comforting on a cold day and balanced out the rest of the meal well. I absolutely devoured the bossam - had just the perfect amount of fattiness. Kimchi pancake was ultra thin and crispy, not to mention actually spicy, which was a nice surprise. Everything was washed down with a fruity and refreshing peach makgeolli. Sat at the bar and didn't feel cramped at all. Just wish this place was located a couple blocks or more north so i could feel safe walking here all the time! read more

Sungho - beef short rib soup + kimchi pancake + bossam - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

Sungho provides Korean comfort food that is great for cold SF nights. Although located in the Tenderloin, Sungho is actually quite modern and chic. Also accompanied with an upbeat Kpop soundtrack, stepping inside transports you somewhere else completely. For a Saturday night, we were able to walk in around opening for table seating, but it did seem like reservations are highly recommended. The menu itself is also quite limited which is great because it is not too overwhelming like in some restaurants. Here is what we ordered: Beef short rib soup (4.5/5): Warm broth with strong peppery notes to give it that extra punch. The meat was tender and decent sized. Bossam (4/5): A slightly different take on traditional bossam which are pork wraps. It is a thinner cut of pork and with subtle herby flavor that had a bit of a nutty flavor. The accompaniments were good but the lettuce was cut so small that it was not as ideal to hold everything in the wrap. The service was good with staff coming by to check on us regularly. There is limited street parking nearby but may be best to Uber/Lyft if coming by for dinner. Overall, Sungho provides great Korean soul food that is worth a visit. read more

Sungho - Pork Bone Soup - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

Finally got to try out this restaurant! The storefront is easily missed and located in the Tenderloin. If safety is your concern then being dropped off right in front of the restaurant is highly recommended. We ordered the makgeolli, kimchi pancake, pork bone soup with rice and the jokbal to share. It's way too much food for 2 and plenty of food to take away. Everything we ordered was solid and for those who have a heavier palate, the jokbal might need some salt. Service was very friendly and the restaurant lighting was very dim. They also do takeout too and I saw plenty of to-go orders, read more

I'd give this spot an 8.2, I liked this and it was quite authentic (albeit pricy). You go through the unsavory bits of Tenderloin to get here, but the interior is very chicly decorated. Directly adjacent areas are not too sketchy. We managed to get bar seating because table reservations were all filled up. My friend and I split the kimchi pancake, the kalguksu, and the spicy raw marinated crab. The kimchi pancake was good, it's not my favorite since I'm not a fan of Korean pancakes in general but my friend really liked it. It was quite flavorful and uniform all around, which I enjoyed. The dipping sauce also added some umami flavor to the satisfying crunchy texture of the pancake. The spicy raw marinated crab was really spicy! Also really good- the spots I've had in South Bay are honestly too salty for me. My nose was running a full marathon. Hats off to the server for kindly topping off my water so frequently. That one bowl of rice they bring out is not enough, but my friend was not having any issues with it. Definitely one of my weaker moments, but the flavor was great and the crab meat was so tender. It's not only spicy, you're still able to get some hints of sweetness. I cut myself on one of the pincers and the server fortunately bandaged me up and gave me some Neosporin- she said that this has never happened before and that I'm the first one! The kalguksu meat was so tender, I was shocked. The broth was so hearty and filling, the noodles were good, and the beef was plentiful. I liked the carrots and seaweed in this too, I would order this again. The soup is what stood out to me in my entire dinner. Overall the ambiance and kalguksu stood out to me, and the server went above and beyond. read more

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Finally, an authentic Korean restaurant in the city! The food is just like what you get in Korea or k town in LA! Ordered the pork bone soup which is as a bit spicy like how it should be with a broth with deep flavor. The kalgusu was also on point though it's a beef broth which isn't as common but very good still. Lastly the bosam was also nicely executed with just the right amount of chew and side dishes that went well with it. I highly recommend all these dishes. read more

Sungho - Kalguksu. Tasty with a deep beef broth. - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Date: Saturday, July 26th, 2025 Time: 6pm Party of: 2 Meal: Dinner Reservation Made: via OpenTable a few days prior *Beef Short Rib Soup ($28) *Bossam ($42) *Jinro is Back Zero ($14) A girlfriend and I were going to the Orpheum for a show. Decided to check out Sungho since it was only a few blocks away. It was easy to get a rezzie without much notice. They sat us at a table just to the left of the entrance. There's a partition, so it doesn't feel too close to the door. I wanted soup so picked the galbi tang. Very IG worthy as they give you two huge bones with the soup. It had good flavor and was comforting. Tho for me, I could have done without the clear noodles. My gf wanted the pork belly wraps. The pork was moist and tender and came with the standard fixins - lettuce, garlic, jalapenos, ssamjang, kimchi, etc. I'm used to having this with the fermented / salted shrimp sauce and napa cabbage so I kinda missed that. Good spot for basic Korean if you're heading to the a show later. REVIEW #3825 read more

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Came on a Saturday night with a Resy and was greeted and seated right away. Service was friendly, and they made sure our water was always refilled, eventually left the pitcher at our table which we appreciated since some of the dishes were spicy. First up was the spicy marinated crab, sweet, spicy, and packed with a serious kick at the end. My lips and tongue were numb! I'm glad I saved it for last because I wouldn't have been able to enjoy the rest of my meal after that. The kimchi pancake was the highlight, perfectly crispy edges and a dipping sauce with just the right amount of umami. Another favorite was the spicy pork soup: full of flavor and the pork was tender, though a bit tricky to eat with the large rib bones. Lastly, we tried the knife-cut noodles. The noodles were cooked well and the broth was nicely peppery, not mind-blowing, but a solid dish overall. Cute restaurant, but the neighborhood isn't the most pleasant to walk around since it's right in the heart of the TL. I definitely recommend ubering to restaurant if you plan to visit. read more

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- Ambiance - 4/5 Upon entering, you can see the bar and chefs cooking up dishes -- it gives off a classy, upscale vibe at first glance. However, when you look to the left side of the restaurant, the design feels a bit mismatched compared to the bar area. Not terrible, but a bit inconsistent in style. - Service - 4/5 I came in with a reservation and was seated right away. The food came out fairly quickly. Unfortunately, the dish itself was disappointing -- there was way too much black pepper in the soup. I mentioned this to the waitress, and she kindly asked the chef to add more broth to dilute it, but it barely helped. I also asked if they had any sweet side dishes to help balance the spice, but she said no. She was polite and tried her best, so I appreciate that effort. - Food - 1/5 Dish Ordered: Beef Short Rib Soup Taste: The quality of the beef was average. It seemed like the ribs were precooked and just reheated in the soup. The overwhelming amount of black pepper completely overpowered everything -- I could hardly taste the broth. My throat was burning after just a few spoonfuls. Smell: Neutral -- nothing off-putting. Presentation: Simple and clean, but nothing impressive. The short rib bones didn't add much to the overall look. - Additional Comments - I love beef broth soups and was really looking forward to this after a long day. Their website said the soup was a "24-hour simmered bone broth," so my expectations were high. Unfortunately, it turned out to be one of the worst soups I've ever had. I tried hard to finish it, but I couldn't. You know it's bad when plain rice with daikon and a sprinkle of salt tastes way better than the soup itself. My throat was still burning even after drinking water and coconut water. If you can't handle spicy food, avoid their banchan -- almost everything was spicy, and the selection was limited. Overall Rating : 3.0 read more

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My boyfriend made a reservation at Sungho for date night and it was one of my favorite Korean restaurants in the city! I've been to Korea and I really felt Sungho had the same authentic and depth of flavor as the food I ate there. We ordered the kimchi pancake, beef bone broth, and a bottle of soju. The kimchi pancake was perfectly crispy, fresh and flavorful. The beef bone broth was so hearty and delicious, and reminded me of the soups I had in Korea. Service was friendly and quick, and everything was reasonably priced too. Only warning, the area around the restaurant is not the safest, especially at night. I'd recommend ubering straight there and back if you go. read more

Sungho - Kimchi pancake - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Quick service, clean, and lots of great space. It's in the Tenderloin and has a simple menu but the service was attentive and sweet. We ordered the pork soup and it had Soo much pork in it and the bossam too. Delicious ban chan. read more

A gem! Impeccable service, and creative tasty dishes and cocktails. This review is really late, so I'm not sure if the same dishes are on the menu, but the crab risotto was so die for. And the lychee cocktail was amazing. Thank you! read more

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Sungho is absolutely fantastic and just a short walk from where I live, which makes it even better. I love the location, and their small menu has just the right amount of variety. Everything we ordered was full of flavor. My favorite items were the seafood pancake, the jokbal, and the Echigo rice lager. The pancake was light, crispy, and cooked to perfection. The jokbal was the highlight of the night, plentiful, tender, and full of that rich, traditional authentic flavor that hits just right. I also discovered my new favorite beer here. The Echigo rice lager was incredibly clean and smooth, especially served ice cold. Prices were quite fair for what you get, although some items were a little higher than at most Korean places I have been to. But when the food is this good, it is well worth it to me. I loved everything about the meal our group had from start to finish. The atmosphere is modern and comfortable. They were playing a great mix of old-school K-pop and current hits when we were there, which gave the place an extra touch of charm. The staff were super friendly and made us feel right at home. I recommend making a reservation online if you are coming for dinner. I will definitely be coming back as a regular. read more

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Yummy korean comfort food with nice interior and friendly service! Menu has the essentials - seafood pancake: loved how thin and crispy this was, it was seasoned well even without dipping sauce - bossam: pork was tender and i appreciated the fat ratio not overpowering. A good portion as well! Meat was flavorful and the ssamjang was nice - beef short rib stew: one of the ribs was not as tender. Broth itself was delicious, hearty, and clean read more

Sungho - Bossam - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Food: Great Korean comfort food. The bossam and galbitang soup were standouts, both warm, rich, and very satisfying. Ambiance: Cozy and intimate. Nice spot for a date. Service: Friendly and attentive throughout. Overall: Worth the visit if you don't mind going through the Tenderloin. I'd definitely come back. read more

Sungho - Bossam and Galbitang - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

My friends and I had a wonderful meal at Sungho before heading over to the Orpheum Theatre to catch a musical. Tucked away in the Tenderloin, Sungho is very unassuming -- the blinds are down, signage is minimal, and unless you're actively looking for it, it's easy to miss. That said, I actually think this works in its favor, as it likely discourages non-customers from randomly wandering in to use the restroom or cause trouble. We stopped by without a reservation at 5:15 p.m. on a Friday evening and were seated right away without any issues. By the time we left around 6:45 p.m., most tables were full, so I'd recommend making a reservation if you plan to arrive later. The menu is on the smaller side, but I appreciated its focus -- every dish felt thoughtful and refined. Between the four of us, we shared the kimchi pancake with pork, the bossam, a spicy pork bone soup, and their signature pork bone soup. It ended up being just the right amount of food -- filling but not excessive, with nothing left to take home. The kimchi pancake was fantastic. Crispy, spicier than your average kimchi pancake, and cut into small, bite-sized pieces that made it easy to share. The bossam was easily some of the best I've had -- I'd say it's on par with the bossam from Mugunghwa, my go-to spot in the East Bay. The pork was super tender with a great fat-to-meat ratio, and I loved the slight char on the edges, likely from a quick grill or torch finish. It added a wonderful contrast in texture. The dish comes with lettuce wraps, pickled jalapeños, fresh jalapeños and garlic, kimchi, and a sweet bean sauce that ties everything together. The soups were hearty and warming. The pork bone soup in particular was mild and comforting -- you'll want to add a bit of salt to taste. It's the kind of dish that feels like a warm hug, perfect for a cold day or a hangover. A side of rice is included, so there's no need to order more unless you really want it. Service isn't the fastest, but completely understandable -- there's only one person working the front of house, and the space is small enough that it doesn't become a problem. If you're looking for a delicious Korean meal near Civic Center, I wouldn't hesitate to stop by Sungho again. Solid food, cozy vibe, and a perfect pre-show dinner spot. read more

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My friend from Korea said it's best Korean comfort food he's had so far in the city! My group of 5 went on a Sunday at 12:45pm. There was no wait but it was pretty busy. The waitress was very sweet and remembered us from a previous visit! The food is so tasty and filling. We got the bossam + kimchi pancake to share, along with individual pork broths. The interior itself is very cute. It's clean and aesthetic, with gentle Korean music playing in the background. The seats are comfy too. The surrounding area is a little more dicey though, so I'd recommend taking an uber or Lyft to the location if you have the means. read more

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Beware not a vegetarian friendly place! Not a single item on the menu that is vegetarian. Place is also in a shadier part of town so be careful at night! Food is great otherwise just not with vegetarian friends. read more

Definitely come with a group because there are so many things on the menu that you're going to want to try! The interior of this restaurant is modern, airy, and aesthetic. We ordered the seafood pancake, spicy jokbal fried rice, pork bone soup, and beef rib soup. The portions here are really generous and the four of us barely finished our meal! I loved the fried rice, it was different than any fried rice I've ever had! It was saucy and a perfect balance of sweet & spicy. It surprisingly had a really good kick to it and I could only eat a few bites without needing to drink water. The pork bone soup was creamy and you could tell they've been stewing this for a long time. The pork belly slices in the soup were really generous too! The beef rib literally fell off the bone and was so tender. It was perfectly seasoned and I love how they included potato noodles in it. The pancake was crispy and there was a great amount of seafood within it. Service was fast & friendly and I'll definitely be back when I'm in the area! read more

Sungho - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came here on a whim and this place bookmarked for months on my yelp so I figure I would finally try it out. I didn't make a reservation however manage to get seats at the bar. Starters, the restaurant is minimal and clean. The service was fast and prompt. The pork soup was my absolute favorite. I've never had it before and my brother raved how it was his favorite when he went to Korea so I figure I might as well order it and try it out. This soup was so comforting and the broth was so flavorful we shared the soup since it feeds about 2 people. The spicy marinated crab was just ok but I would most definitely be back for the pork soup. The area of the restaurant is sketchy so it's best to uber. Parking can be tricky but we were able to find one close to the restaurant. Overall I would come back just for the soup. read more

Sungho - Spicy marinated crab - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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SF needs more Korean spots. Sungho fills a much needed gap. It seems like they specialize in pork - we loved the rich umami flavor of the Spicy Jokbal Fried Rice. We also ordered the beef short rib soup which was relatively mild - next time I'd try the pork bone soup which is a signature dish. The food came quickly and this is a great place to have dinner with friends, tucked away in the Tenderloin. read more

Sungho - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

Food Rating: 9.5 Price: 9 Ambiance/Service: 10 Overall Rating: 9.5 Came here once before (when it was called Joodang) and, to be honest, had a pretty bad experience... the menu at the time just wasn't it. But decided to come back after seeing that they launched a new rotational menu (available until November 30), and wow... total redemption! We came specifically for the pig trotters (Homemade Jokbal), which my mom is a huge fan of, and they did not disappoint . Kimchi Pancake with Pork ($22) Rating (9/10) Delicious. Light and crispy with a strong kimchi flavor and a little bit of a kick. Homemade Jokbal ($58) Rating (10/10) Wow this was shockingly good! Super tender and the portion size was huge! Kalguksu ($22) Rating (9/10) While it's not quite on the same level as Hangari Kalguksu in LA, this was still a solid dish. The broth was rich and the beef inside was super tender. read more

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Glad we made a last minute reservation to celebrate my birthday at Sungho! Everything we order was fresh and comforting delicious from the kimchi pancake , spicy raw crab and the hot beef rib soup !! Love the ambiance of the cozy well lighted interior and attentive staff ! Even though they forgot one of the dishes we order , might be the best of it or else we will have leftover read more

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I found this restaurant when I was scrolling on Yelp, looking through Korean restaurants I haven't tried yet. I made a reservation a week in advance to secure a 6:45pm spot. It seems like having a reservation is the main way to guarantee a table but there did seem to be some availability for walk-ins as well if you're willing to take a chance. If you don't get a table, you can also order takeout. I ordered the bossam along with both the regular and spicy pork bone soup. The bossam was incredibly tender, and the pork bone soup was packed with flavor -- both were definite standouts. Next time, I'll have to try the seafood pancake, which seemed to be a popular choice among others! The server was incredibly attentive and helpful if we needed extra sides or water. read more

Sungho - bossam - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I visited this restaurant after a long day walking around SF Ordered the signature soup and it was very good. Hearty and healthy for a cold weather The menu is very limited and other dishes are huge portions. It will be good for 4,5 people but for 1, I think it's too much The soup I got, has generous amounts of meat. Banchan was ok Service was great and the store was clean Nice little restaurant in the area Kinda hard to find parking read more

Sungho - Signature bone broth soup - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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We finally scored a reso at Sungho for Korean Soul Food! The four of us made sure to get dropped off and picked up in front of the restaurant as this is in the heart of TL. Sungho was packed at 5:30PM on a Thursday but there were a few bar seats open. Here is what we ordered: Seafood pancake: crispy, lots of seafood, the most popular dish Pork bone soup: hearty, lots of pork belly and the occasional stomache. We wanted more of that soup goodness! Slow-braised jokbal (trotter): delicious, gelatinous and ginormous portion! We were only able to shave off a third of this dish Spicy marinated crab: this was ok. The sauce to crab ratio was too much. Good if you like spicy but the crab was cut into such small pieces. We would prefer if it was just cut in half Service was GREAT and they have a good selection of Korean soju and beer. I would definitely order via a mobile app next time for the pajeon goodness and pork bone soup! read more

Sungho - Seafood pajeon - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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My friend made a reservation for dinner and we were seated right away. Interior is nice and clean but the location is sketchy so be careful when coming here Food was pretty good. We ordered 1. Pork bone soup: super flavorful, perfectly seasoned, rich bone broth 10/10 2. Bossam: portions were big, some pieces were a bit fatty but overall, this dish was solid 8/10 3. Spicy jokbal fried rice: this was very yummy but spicy. The first bite is umami, slightly sweet then the spicy kicks in at the end. I love the flavors but I can't really eat spicy so I couldn't eat much 9/10 Service was friendly. She checked in on us and refilled the side dishes for us too! Overall, I would come back but I personally don't like the location, so maybe not as often read more

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Delicious food, ginormous portions! Came here with a friend for dinner on a weekday. It was pretty busy, but there seemed to always be at least one table available. Most groups were on the larger side, so it seems like a place to go with a bunch of friends. Since there were only two of us, we ordered two dishes: seafood pancake and pork bone soup. Both of them were delicious, but I really have to call out the seafood pancake for being almost double the size of most pancakes I get! We weren't even able to finish half of each dish. The service was friendly and it didn't feel like we were rushed. Only downside is the location being in the tenderloin, but once you're inside the restaurant it's totally fine. read more

Sungho - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

This is just such solid, straightforward gukbap, maybe would take it over Jinsol in LA because of the sheer rarity of gukbaps and the niceness of the interior. That being said, parking is horrendous and this place is in the tenderloin. Would come back for jokbal though! read more

Sungho - Gimbal - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

Hidden Korean Gem in Tenderloin For a late night dinner, this definitely hit the spot. I had originally come to this restaurant previously under its old ownership. However, when I accidentally ended up here again, I was greatly surprised. The owner Kim was a delight and such a friendly host. The restaurant was small but cozy. It did require that we make our reservation a few hours in advance but was worth the wait. We ordered a bit of everything and even got a Maekgoli with a Sprite mix to drink. Definitely come here hungry as you will be gladly filled by the variety of food they provide. Every dish perfectly complemented each other and left me completely satisfied. I will be back! read more

Sungho - Appetizer - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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