The Kitchen

This place was so good! I recommend the hot stone bowl rich sets as it comes with 9 different…read moresides. It's pretty affordable and it'll definitely fill you up. The boneless fried chicken was good too. It was crispy yet still juicy. I would probably recommend getting one of the flavoured fried chicken instead of the original as it was a little plain. The fried sticky rice cake that came with it was yummy although a little plain without sauce (from the chicken)

we went for the lunch sets which are on social media…read more We ordered one of the soy marinated crab and shrimps set and one of the spicy anago set. Both came with a pot rice, a beef bone soup and sides. They are definitely a good deal. I really enjoyed the marinated crabs and shrimps. Both are very flavorful and fresh. Went very well with the rice. I personally found the batter of the fried anago a little too thick which overwhelmed the eel itself. But flavor is good I like most of the sides being kimchi is ny favorite. Well balance of spiciness and tanginess. It is unfortunate that they were out of the pan seared mackerel. I would love to go try it when they are available

Honey Butter

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Wild Fries

Sura Korean Cuisine

4.1(480 reviews)

6.3 km•West End

Sura is a great Korean restaurant that doesn't take reservations. We came with a group of 10 and…read morewaited about 30 minutes for a table, which felt reasonable given it was a Saturday and we arrived around 5:30 pm. We ordered a lot of food. Highlights for me were the seafood pancake--thick, crispy, and loaded with seafood--and the bossam, which was delicious with all the proper accompaniments. The japchae was my favorite: chewy and not overly sweet, which is refreshing compared to many Korean restaurants in NYC. The dumplings were good but fairly standard, nothing standout. We also had mackerel, which looked good, and the tteokbokki came with beef, which the kids loved. Despite all the food, my son only ate white rice--sigh. Service was very kind and attentive. They brought kids' plates and utensils without us even asking. Would definitely come back.

I usually wait a few days to review places but this place deserves to be reviewed right away! The…read morefood was amazing from the Sura chicken to the galbi plate!! The service was good and attentive, the place is clean and would absolutely come back and very highly recommend this restaurant! Two thumbs up!!!

7.7 km•Gastown, Downtown Eastside

Inside

Bibimbap in sweet soy sauce

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Kimchi pancake

Sooda Korean BBQ

4.6(62 reviews)

We've visited Sooda multiple times and it always hits the spot. I highly recommend bringing friends…read moreand/or family, as most of their menu items are meant to be shared. Our usual orders are: Sooda Platter (meat, cheese, corn, egg, green onion, Rice) that's grilled right in front of you and the Sooda Box (torched Korean steak on top of rice). Their meats are well marinated and full of flavour while maintaining their tenderness.

I enjoyed the food here - had hanpan grill platter which was an interesting experience. Not sure I…read morewas so jazzed about the cheese but the pork belly was great! Only thing I didn't like was the notice in the bathroom about putting toilet paper in the bin and not the toilet. That's gross.

Bulgogi shared platter tray

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Storefront

Nomnom Seoul

4.2(16 reviews)

I came to Nomnom Seoul because a friend invited me, and it ended up being such a comforting,…read moreno-fuss Korean meal, simple, satisfying, and exactly what you want when you're craving something warm and filling. We ordered a set with gimbap, tteokbokki, and noodles. The gimbap was generously stuffed with colorful vegetables and rice, wrapped tightly in seaweed and sliced nicely, fresh, clean flavors, and perfect for sharing. The tteokbokki had that classic sweet-and-spicy sauce, with chewy rice cakes that really hit the spot (comfort food at its best). The noodles were light but surprisingly satisfying, served warm and simply topped, a great balance alongside the richer, spicy dish. Everything came out neatly on a tray, which made it feel casual and fun, like a cozy quick meal you'd come back to often. Overall, Nomnom Seoul is a great spot for an easy, comforting bite with friends. Simple Korean favorites done well, with good portions and a relaxed vibe. I'd happily return again

I found a Korean food restaurant called Nomnom while staying in Vancouver. Online. I ordered online…read morefor Nomnom Tteokbokki, Bulgogi and Sausage kimbaps, and spicy cold noodles. I walked quite a bit from downtown Robson and arrived, but there were quite a few customers inside the store. The most popular online Tteokbokki is sweet and salty, with an addictive taste. Kimbab was quite voluminous and I could only eat half of it. The cold noodles were no soup and had a lot of vegetables in the them. There are many other things I want to try, so I definitely want to come back here.

Nomnom Tteokbokki, Bulgogi and Sausage kimbaps, spicy cold noodles

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Disco Cheetah

4.2(68 reviews)

5.9 km•West End

We ordered these from their food truck by the art gallery for lunch. Delicious fried chicken…read more Healthy amount of salad. Well cooked rice. Overall yummy. It was a surprising amount of food. The only knock against it is the price is a bit steep at $19. But once in a while? Yeah I'd come here!

An eatery for quick Korean food - we got the Bao Fries to go and took it down to the beach to eat…read moreon a warm weekday evening. I appreciated how quickly the food was prepped and how fresh everything was made. It is a good portion size and would recommend if you are ever looking for something quick and easy.

A demolished delicious bulgogi bowl

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Jang Mo Jib

3.6(35 reviews)

6.4 km•West End

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Decent food and prices but nothing special. Went as a big party group of 20 people, and FYI you…read morecan't split bills. Service was decent given the large group. Had a soup and grilled Galbi. Seafood pancake was okay too. Not AMAZING Korean food but solid if you're craving it and in the area. Small free parking lot attached.

Jangmojib has good food, especially the seafood soondubu - average, but their LA galbi--flavors are…read moreare well-seasoned, and exactly what you'd hope for in Korean comfort food. Unfortunately, the rest of the experience didn't match up. Service was okay, but it's clear they're understaffed. We had to wait quite a while, and by the time our galbi arrived, maybe 15 minutes after our soondubu, one dish had already gone cold. Some sides were also unavailable, which was a bummer. The ambiance is cozy and casual, but the long wait and slow service make it feel a bit hectic when they're busy. Overall, if you're after great-tasting Korean food, it's worth it, but be prepared for long waits and a slightly disjointed dining experience.

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Haemool Pajun (Seafood Pancake with Scallion)

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Seafood pancake

Nam San

4.2(30 reviews)

There soodae is made with real intestines. Hint of sesame oil . Nutty flavor of inside of soodae,…read morewell prepared other part of organs, No gamey flavor. Their soup is a bit spicy but I enjoyed it. Friendly staff, welcoming atmosphere. Sort of limited parking space is one to consider. I would visit again for sure.

One line review: This was surprisingly good for a food court…read more We found this little spot inside the food court on Robson Street. We later discovered that it is a friend's favourite Korean spot. What a small world! We shared a stone pot bibimbap and stone pot spicy pork. Portions were big enough -- not oversized but not skimpy. The food was well-seasoned. Service is mostly from the cashier at the counter, though we arrived late their day when there was very little activity in the food court, and they actually brought our food out to us. Otherwise, I think you're supposed to retrieve your meal from the counter when your number shows up on the sign. Parking in the West End is often at meters, though these can be surprisingly reasonable. It pays to hunt a bit, as cheap ($1/hour) or even free parking can be found in the neighborhood. Bottom line: We enjoyed this reasonably priced dinner and would be happy to come back.

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Grilled soondae. Sooo

Soondae Town

4.6(10 reviews)

This unassuming stall inside of the Robson Public Market brought my tastebuds back to Busan…read more Both the chef and cashier were super helpful and nice. They answered all my questions and offered recommendations, and were very welcoming. Nam San seems to be very popular for their Soondae (blood sausage). However, I've never really tried Soondae before and I was feeling nauseous on the day of my visit--so I opted for something more mild and less "adventurous" instead. I will definitely be back to try their Soondae next time though. Daeji Gukbap 10/10 This boiled bowl of stew was exactly what my upset tummy needed. The creamy broth warmed me right up and soothed my stomach so well. It was the only thing I was able to keep down in two days. There was also a generous amount of tender and flavourful pork inside. This bowl of stew honestly reminded me so much of the one we tried in Busan. Definitely recommend it to anyone who likes stews. There was no gaminess at all, and yet the soup was still so full of flavour. Absolutely delicious. Have you guys tried this hidden gem yet? 10/10 ‍10/10 $ ($15-$18/set) Nam San Korean Cuisine | 1610 Robson St, Vancouver

So this place now operates under the name Nam San but is still an absolute gem. One of the three…read moreremaining stalls in the Robson Public Market food court, Nam San specializes in pork offal and homemade Korean blood sausage (soondae), incorporated into a variety of dishes. I always order the same thing, a mixed pork offal and soondae soup. You can choose the spiciness level when you order but they also offer red pepper flakes and fish sauce on the side to add to taste. It comes in small and large, with a side of pickled radish, roasted seaweed, and white rice. Even with the small, you get a lot of meat in the hot stone bowl and it is so comforting. The offal is super tender but the star here is definitely the soondae. Pork blood and vermicelli with spices are encased in an intestine casing, making for a unique springy texture. It's even more tasty when you dip into their homemade fish sauce and the stew warms you to the bone. I love supporting small mom and pop shops, and with how tucked away this place is on the busy Robson strip, I'll definitely make an effort to frequent them time and time again. Please pay them a visit and try their unique offerings out!

Soondae-Guk-Bap Description

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Damso Modern Korean Cuisine

3.9(218 reviews)

This place is *incredible*! The chicken was the best, the sauce was to die for. Cute little place…read morethat's doesn't have a ton of seating, but just enough to be cozy and for a couple or small group! Great and super friendly every time we have visited. Very happy with this place and we will make a point to be back!

Definitely go during the AYCE pork belly deal. The pork belly is grilled to perfection. The…read morebanchans provided were really delicious, especially the doenjang jjigae - the broth was really hearty and the beef pieces were so good!