Sunny Teriyaki

Ho Soon Yi is such a good spot for Korean food! We ordered the bulgogi, galbi, and kimchi pancake,…read moreand everything came out hot and fresh. The bulgogi was flavorful and tender, the galbi had a nice char and great flavor, and the kimchi pancake was crispy around the edges while still soft inside. The portions were really generous too! We had plenty of food to share. The service was great! Everyone was friendly, attentive, and made us feel really welcome. It also has that cozy, family-owned feel, which I loved. It's nothing overly fancy, just a comfortable, no-frills spot where you can tell the focus is on good food and taking care of their customers. I also loved all the banchan that came with the meal, especially the kimchi and cucumber. Everything tasted fresh and paired perfectly with the meats. Definitely a great spot for authentic, comforting Korean food. We'll be back!

The food here is really, really excellent and fairly priced. I came in about little less than 2…read morehours to close and it was fairly full of people. It took a while to get helped, and some of the tables seemed to be non-functional or pushed into corners, however I had a very pleasant solo dinner here and would return. Only slight ding for quality of interior--broken tables/slightly uncomfortable seating arrangements. The staff were very generous, helpful, and quick to bring out your meal.

Interior corner

Seafood pancake

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Mukja Korean Barbeque

3.9(147 reviews)

7.6 mi

•$$$

Women-owned & operated

Family-owned & operated

This was our first time at Mukja. We loved everything about it. We were a party of four celebrating…read morea birthday (ages ranged from 30 to 60). Three of us opted for the all-you-can-eat dinner while the other just ordered an entree. Service was spot on. The staff was helpful & friendly, and even took the time to share tips and recommendations. The food was amazing! We had several different tasty meats to cook (rib-eye, scallops, pork belly, shrimp, riblets, and more). You cook the meat at your table. The sides that come with the meal were equally as good (cucumbers, kimchi, potatoes, see-thru noodles, etc. - at least ten total, varying in texture, spiciness, and flavor). We ordered several "seconds" on those sides. We were completely satisfied and stuffed (there's even dessert on the all-you-can-eat menu). The cost was $50/person, much more steep than we typically do, but in the end we felt it was worth it for both the quality and quantity of food. We will be back! Favorites included the spicy ramen, ribeye, bok-choy side, and "fish" side. Arrive hungry. You will enjoy some fabulous food and hospitality! Highly recommended!

Cook it for you, very nice people. Only thing I didn't like was the shrimp. Gave us some rice juice…read morepretty good stuff.

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Pickled Radish & Cucumber Kimchi

Cham Garden Korean BBQ Buffet

4.2(1k reviews)

5.0 mi

Came here with a group for my birthday. The place is quite small and there was a wait but it was…read morewell worth it! The food was amazing and the service was great. I loved the all you can eat buffet style where you go and get whatever food you want to throw on the grill. Will be back for sure! (Forgot to take pictures lol)

My first experience with Korean BBQ. Luckily my companion had been before and explained how it…read moreworked. Service was lacking as we had to ask for some things multiple times and drinks took so long we ended up helping ourselves to the water that the waiter said he would get. I stuck to basics as this was my first time so can't speak to the salads. They had about 10 booths and were pretty busy but it was a Friday night. Look forward to trying another spot to see how it is.

First of buffet - including salads

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Samwon Garden Restaurant

4.4(69 reviews)

5.9 mi

unfortunately they are now closed... owners retired... this been a good standby for many years…read more.. an off the path place that just serves up good food at reasonable cost. Thank you , wishing you all rhe best and enjoy retirement

I've wanted to try this place for a while and today was the day. All in all pretty good but if you…read moreask for fried rice, they make it to order. The teriyaki chicken is warmed up, so the two come out different temperatures and one seems lukewarm and the other piping hot. I buried several pieces of my chicken so the rice would warm it up. I would have rather had the chicken on top of the rice for heat and I'll ask next time, because there will definitely be a next time. And paying 4 extra for fried rice is a bit much compared to others but it was pretty good fried rice so again, no complaints.

Korean Home Cooking !

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Mongolian Beef.

The Grill

3.8(50 reviews)

5.6 mi

We came in today during the lunch hour special. Walked in to an empty restaurant, was seated…read moreimmediately. We did the $26/per person AYCE. The selection is relatively small, but it's literally got everything we normally order at a yakiniku so no complaints here. We ordered the miso soup (I forget the Korean style name), brisket, thin pork belly, egg rolls and their salad. Everything was good! Their banchans were so good too! Just moved to Washington from Hawaii, and this is the closest to Hawaiis Korean food I could find. Received the food really fast. Service for everything was really quick. It started filling up in the restaurant as our lunch went by. But service was still really quick. My 2 year old loved the miso soup as well as the brisket. We'll definitely be back. Glad I came across a video of this restaurant on Facebook. It's going to be our go-to yakiniku spot from now on.

I have been coming here with my family since they opened and have always stayed true to getting…read moreCombo 1 that consists of the classics; bulgogi or dwaeji-bulgogi (spicy pork), kerangjim (fluffy egg), mackeral, ojingeo-bokkeum (stir-fried squid), yangneyom geajng (spicy raw marinated crab), and daenjang jjigae (soybean soup). But what sets this place a part among other restauraunts is the panchan where the taste and quantity can't be beat. Also, this place is popular with both korean and non-korean populations, so don't be shy if you're new to korean food!

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Cho Dang Tofu

3.8(334 reviews)

5.4 mi

We must go to Cho Dang Tofu everytime we are in Tacoma. Parking is plentiful in the lot and we can…read morealways get a table. My daughter and I went for lunch on a Tuesday. The place wasn't filled when we arrived, but by the time we were finished, the place wasn't filled packed at 1:00. Tofu soups are their specialty and there are many varieties to choose from. My daughter got the Seafood and I got the Soybean. Our favorite parts of our meal are the boiling hot temperature that the soup arrives in and the rice that comes in the stone pot. It's so authentic and adds to the vibe. Our banchan came out almost immediately and our soups arrived shortly after. Really no complaints about their food or service. The prices have gone up a little over the past years but it's yummy and the quality of the food is so good. It's worth the $19.

If you love authentic Korean soft tofu soup, this is definitely the restaurant to come to in…read moreLakewood. The entire experience and the flavors are authentically Korean. The rice is served in the hot stone pot. Order the soup based on your spice level. I usually order the kim chee or seafood tofu soup. We had a party of 3 on our last visit and two of us ordered the combo special so that we could share the short ribs and the spicy BBQ pork. The meats were tender, so delicious and flavored just right. It is served on a sizzling platter. All the sides are delicious as well and you can ask for more . My favorite is the Kim Chee and bean sprouts. A fried fish also comes with the tofu soup. The service is prompt and quick. The restaurant has lots of parking which is a plus. This is comfort food at its finest!

Spicy pork

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Pho & Tofu

3.5(158 reviews)

3.8 mi

I was already skeptical about coming here just because I've been here before. I read somewhere…read morethat you could get Korean style tofu here so I wanted to try again. The service has never been bad, the server was amazing and very attentive. The interior is extremely clean and inviting so there was no issue there. Basically, the Pho for my boys was very mid and my tofu soup was different from the authentic Korean versions, still ok though but also mid.

There's literally 2 people in here, me being one of them and I've been waiting over 30mins to get…read morechecked on. Just needed a Togo box but the server is too busy on his phone to give any kind of customer service. Don't sit in the back if you wanna anything! Very disappointing not to mention this isn't the first time. Time to pay attention to your customers guys. Then on top of they want a tip...

BB5 Beef Bibimbab

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Yi's Traditional Korean Beef Soup

4.4(65 reviews)

5.9 mi

Undercooked seafood is a real safety concern. Went here with…read moremy wife for the first time. Parking was easy (shared lot), but the restaurant was barely full yet, no one seated us -- we had to find our own table. The bigger issue: we ordered the Korean seafood pancake, and it was undercooked. Both of us noticed a raw, chewy texture that shouldn't be there with seafood. Having worked in a well-regarded Korean company, I can say this falls well short of basic food safety standards. Seafood needs to be fully cooked, no exceptions. To top it off, we were told to-go boxes cost extra. After an already underwhelming meal, being charged just to take home leftovers felt like poor form. Between the undercooked seafood, the lack of basic hospitality, and the to-go box fee, this was a disappointing experience on every level. I can't recommend this restaurant and would urge others to be cautious about.

We came to Yi's specifically for the Seolleongtang, and my husband has very high standards. He…read morelived in Korea for years and is pretty particular when it comes to this dish. As for me, I'm no Seolleongtang expert, I just know when something tastes comforting and delicious. We stopped by around 4 PM on a Sunday, and it wasn't busy at all. We were seated right away and ordered without much hesitation since the menu is simple. We both ordered the Beef Bone Soup with brisket and shared a Seafood Scallion Pancake. The restaurant itself is nice. It has a clean, modern feel with cool neon lighting that makes the space feel well decorated and comfortable. Everything was spotless, and we liked having the utensils and napkins tucked into the side drawer, just like many restaurants in Korea. Our food arrived quickly, and we were immediately impressed. The seafood pancake was packed with green onions and seafood. It was thick, crispy on the outside, and fluffy on the inside. Even my picky husband gave it his seal of approval, which says a lot. The soups were excellent as well. The owner mentioned that adding a teaspoon of salt would be enough seasoning, but honestly, I enjoyed the broth exactly as it came. It was rich, comforting, and full of flavor without needing anything extra (for me). The real test was my husband, and Yi's passed with flying colors. He said it reminded him of the high-quality Seolleongtang he enjoyed in Korea. As for me, it simply felt like this kind of meal that warms you from the inside out. Needless to say, we left happy. If we're ever back in the Seattle/Tacoma area, Yi's will definitely be one of our first stops.

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Cafe Brown

4.5(86 reviews)

7.8 mi

Hands down, the food is consistently excellent, and the service is always spot-on. I had the K-Bowl…read moretonight, and it was absolutely delicious. The vegetables were incredibly fresh, and I really appreciate the chilled water they serve. It's also a nice touch that the owners make the rounds to check on guests and ensure everyone is having a great experience. The staff wear the coolest aprons, and the interior is such a pleasant surprise--stylish, welcoming, and full of character. This is quickly becoming one of my go-to spots.

Great food and really friendly service. Everything was fresh and delicious, and the atmosphere was…read morenice and relaxed. Really enjoyed this place and will definitely come back!

Cute bathroom.

Chicken Katsu Dup-bap

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Strawberry Shortcake Milk Tea

Nak Won Korean Cuisine

4.2(104 reviews)

5.4 mi

restaurant was open woman was at the counter writing something on a piece of paper. I stood there…read morefor a good three or four minutes without even being acknowledged. Left and went to another Korean restaurant that probably had better food anyway. Will never go back.

This is my least favorite of the locations at this spot, but that doesn't mean it's any less good…read more In fact everything that I've always gotten from here is delicious. I just think the stuff surrounding it is more delicious if that makes sense.

Menu (4/26/26)

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Jake M.

15 years ago

This place is one of the most solid teriyaki joints I have been to. Friendly service and good food all around. I frequent this place and it must be my taste buds but I do not like eating teriyaki anywhere else. If you have not tried teriyaki, try it here! read more

Yunsook J.

2 years ago

Absolutely The best teriyaki restaurant in pierce county!!!! The grill work is soooo good!! The best short ribs and the Mongolian Beef!! The staff us very sweet and great service!! This place is Legit!!! read more

Yun H.

2 years ago

Very quick and pleasant service in a clean atmosphere. Very moist and crispy at the same time. Also the new owner, she is so awesome- she cares her customers!! Definitely recommended!!!! read more

Susan S.

10 years ago

We recently moved the area and I was glad to find a teriyaki place nearby my house but unfortunately food and services are not good. I wouldn't go back there. read more

Hollis D.

7 years ago

Not bad not good. If you starving in the spanaway area you could eat here. This is nothing you will crave again...

Donald B.

1 year ago

Delicious food at a well established restaurant Known for being polite and courteous to their guests read more

Roland C.

2 years ago

The food (teriyaki) and customer service was great!!! I will definitely be back again!!

Liz B.

14 years ago

Black hair in my food after buying $50 worth of food and refused to replace it!

Jamie L.

11 years ago

Visited them again! Still consistent and delicious teriyaki!

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