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    Tang 88

    4.7 (339 reviews)
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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Intimate
    Quiet
    Good for groups

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    George R.

    Definitely one of the best sit down korean spots you can eat. Theres a simple menu but all cooked fresh with a lot of love. Theres 4 sets of tables (not for big parties) and a bathroom. Plenty of parking as its in a shopping plaza but i recommend calling in your order whether you are sitting or togo. It's a small mom and pop so you will need to be patient to be rewarded with great taste. There are definitely other korean places to consider but considering the price, location, and authenticity you can't beat it. I highly recommend taking a cupbap to Don Knabe for scenic lunch.

    Army Stew (individual size)

    OMG can't compliment and support this place enough. Such authentic and delicious korean food. Got the small individual Army Stew, Seafood Pancake, and garlic shrimp. All good all bangers. Service is led by such a sweet korean lady who is extremely nice and adorable :) Please support this place it deserves all the love in such a cozy spot.

    Interior dining area
    Amanda Y.

    You need to try Tang88 immediately! Not only is the food amazing and tastes like a home cooked meal, but the owners are the sweetest people who really care about the meals they serve their customers. The interior is newly renovated and very clean and spacious. The menu is also the perfect size with lots of variety. We got the army stew and porkbelly to try. I can't recommend Tang88 enough!

    New menu... new atmosphere... I love it so much... The food is delicious and the staff are so kind... I recommend it...

    Bulgogi Hot Plate, Army Stew
    Karl Q.

    K Food Express has re opened as Tang88. Same owners and same great food, slightly changed menu offerings

    Beef Bulgogi Cup-Bop
    Dennis D.

    Stopped by K Food Express for takeout and tried their bibimbap along with an order of mandu. The bibimbap was definitely the highlight--great portion size for the price, and the meat was juicy, flavorful, and more generous than I expected. The mandu was decent --pretty average in terms of flavor and the filling-to-shell ratio. Still enjoyable, but I've had better from other restaurants. The staff member who helped me was friendly, and the interior looked clean with plenty of seating if you decide to dine in. The restaurant is in a small plaza, and parking wasn't an issue when I went at night. Overall, a solid spot for a quick Korean meal, especially for takeout. I'd come back again if I am in the area.

    Bulgogi cup-bop
    Pretty D.

    After getting some coffee, I needed some food. This small restaurant is located in a large plaza. There's lots of parking. I was walking around the plaza, and popped in this shop just to see what they're selling. It seems like it's a mom and pop shop. Yay to supporting small businesses! When I first entered the shop with friends, I noticed how intimate it seemed. The dining area was clean, with catchy kpop music in the background. Also, the woman was pretty patient, while we took awhile to look over the menu. The food does take awhile, since it's only the couple working. She bought out a large water bottle for the 4 of us. When the food came out, I was a bit taken back by how much food there was. I ended up taking home half of my food. I ordered the bulgogi cup-pop. I took one bite, and I could taste how fresh and authentic the food was. The food was also delicious. The lady was nice enough to bring us an extra soup, even though we only ordered 3 meals. I definitely recommend this place. Even though it's in a dead plaza, don't let that deter you from going. The service was friendly and excellent. The food is authentic and tasty, with reasonable prices.

    Donkatsu Cup-Bop
    Tia T.

    This place needs to be more popular!! It's located in a shopping center all the way in the back corner of a parking lot; a hidden gem. You get a lot of food for a great price and the best part? It's delicious! We always pick up a cup bop whenever we go! I love the donkatsu but the spicy pork and bulgogi are both great picks as well. We ordered the fish cake soup and the portion was HUGE. We got a big bowl of fish cake soup with tons of fish cake and yummy broth, WITH the soup that already came with our meals. It's a great place to come check out, support your local restaurants! Tip: order ahead! When we order in person, it takes about 10-15 minutes for them to make the food, so order ahead if you're in a hurry (:

    Fresh new look (formerly Tang 88).
    Ben W.

    Haven't been in the area for a while, and surprised to find this new restaurant (to us at least) "K Food Express" having replaced the old Tang 88. A pleasant surprise, indeed. Ordered a "Cup-Bap" with pork belly. Very fresh, and tasty. We'll be back.

    Bibimbop veggies
    Mila J.

    Second time coming here with the hope that I can order Kim-bap! Unfortunately, it seems that it has been taken off the menu so I'm not sure when I'll get the chance to try it. They do have the cup-bop options and their bibimbop (which I ordered to-go) which are tasty. Portions are fairly large as well, I couldn't finish my bulgogi bibimbop in one sitting, and it's nice how the dish comes with everything separated (sauce, bulgogi, rice, veggies, with a fish cake soup on the side). The interior of the restaurant is also peaceful with a few tables. Staff is very friendly.

    Garlic Butter Shrimp Cup-Bop Donkatsu Cup-Bop Kimchi Fried Rice dumplings Fried Seaweed Roll 4pcs
    Mirka J.

    First time coming and I would def return! The restaurant was clean, had a bathroom, lots of parking and customer service was great! We got the fried seaweed rolls, dumplings, garlic shrimp cup-bap, donkatsu cup-bap and kimchi fried rice with cheese. EVERYTHING WAS AMAZING! So Flavorful and delicious!! The donkastsu was so so good abut you honestly can't go wrong w anything on this menu

    Fish Cake Soup (free side soup with Beef Bulgogi Cup-Bop)
    Michael R.

    Good quick access korean food and great taste and quality and warm staff. The soup comes w the beef bulgogi cup bap. Ambiance is small and intimate but clean. Perfect for a mini lunch date

    Bryan T.

    I was in the area and wanted Korean food and this place popped up on Yelp. There was plenty of parking in the lot on a weekend. Inside, the ambiance was nice and clean. I ordered the bulgogi cup bop and it came with japchae, kimchi, soup and rice. The bulgogi was really good and the toppings were fresh. I'm especially impressed by the big portion size, I was only able to finish half of my meal so you really get a bang for your buck. Overall a solid Korean spot if you want something quick and delicious!

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    Japchae is my favorite! I can eat it every day! My next favorite here is the bulgogi cup-bop! Yummy!

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