Love their banchan, honestly a great selection. Very good bang for your buck honestly and great service. They gave us a free steamed egg on the house! Love this place read more

ToBang - Spread - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

There are many great Korean restaurants within this plaza, and ToBang is one of them. On a weekday evening, this restaurant was almost completely full. My friend and I were able to get seating immediately, and I love how the menu is organized into different meal sets. We tried their Special-A set and got an additional soup (kimchi jjigae). The meats we tried were pork belly and brisket. Both the brisket and pork belly were sliced thin, and they were delicious when grilled! There was a variety of banchan, along with cheese corn and seafood pancake. The kimchi jjigae was spicy and hearty, completing our meal. We could have eaten less and taken some leftovers as the portion size was generous, but my friend and I ended up eating to our hearts' content. read more

ToBang - Pork Belly, Brisket - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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Been coming to this place for years now, so this review is long overdue. I just went there with my spouse and a friend from out of town so this is my most up to date experience. Every time I come here I'm starving. I order a size down for the group I'm with (ie: if I'm with 3 ppl I order the set for 2) and we all leave stuffed with leftovers. Service is great, fast and attentive. Free bonchon refills make the meal more worthwhile. Cups and utensils are all metal, chopsticks are disposable. Meat is good quality and quantity for the price The sets include fewer items than they did back in the day but it's all good; I am still full when I leave. They have renovated the place with better fume hoods and they've expanded so I feel like the improvements in ambience compensate for the changes. We ordered the 1-2 ppl set, plus kalbi and an extra tofu soup. With tax it was $105. Came out to $35 a person. Very worthwhile I will be back, this place is open on Christmas on New years day fyi! Pics are post prandial, I am not great at grabbing pics beforehand. I will improve! read more

ToBang - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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ToBang is a gem I had no expectations for. Picked this place on a whim for lunch and was disappointed to find that it wasn't AYCE. My surprise when it was better than I thought. Banchan here was out of this world! Everything was a slap of umami, from potatoes, radish, fish cakes, japchae, and seaweed. Table set up was magical and I can't talk enough about how good the banchan was. The sets we ordered also came with seafood pancakes and those hit the spot too! When the meat came we got straight to business. You get a few choices but I recommend getting the bulgogi. It comes to you already cooked so you don't have to deal with the wait while the meat cooks which we all know of all too well. Bulgogi was also amazing on a bed of onions on a hot plate. At the end, the also gave us some yakults for our gut health! I couldn't ask for a better lunch. The servers were also the kindest, I felt like family was serving me. Like I finally had my own ajumma. They were so quick with serving water and sides. They really cared about us and whether or not we were enjoying our meal. They were flying through the restaurant and their hardwork is very apparent. God bless you aunties! read more

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Came here several times throughout the years, but giving a review for the most recent visit on the weekend. We had a party of 9 and called ahead to make reservations. When we arrived, our table was all set - place settings, sauces, cups, water. We ordered 2 of the Special-C. Everything tasted so good - the banchan, the meats, the steamed egg, the seafood pancake, the ramen, the kimchi fried rice, the galbi jjim, the tteokbokki. The food kept coming and coming. We had to keep making room on our table to fit everything. They cooked the meats right in front of us on the grill, and they were always so attentive! They kept coming back to refill our banchan without us needing to ask! They also were so generous and gave us an extra steamed egg on the house, and an extra ramen on the house too! Felt like royalty! Loved the hospitality and the special attention they gave us. They even gave us some kimchi fried rice to take home! So sweet! read more

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This has always been our go-to KBBQ spot! On this latest visit, I especially appreciated the great customer service, speed of service, and quality of all the dishes! They revamped their menu sets to be more straightforward for first-timers, and I appreciate how they take your order before you sit down to ensure they keep things moving quickly. There is never a very long wait time, again due to how efficient they are with running the restaurant. Some of my favorite staples here are the spicy BBQ chicken (not too spicy for my weak self and packed full of flavor,) bulgogi, seafood pancake, and tofu soup. The portions are on the bigger side in my opinion, so if you're on the fence about getting that extra meat dish, I'd go without it and just order more if you still feel hungry. All in all a solid Bay Area KBBQ institution! read more

ToBang - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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ToBang has been around for a while, and like many people, it's one of our go-to KBBQ spots in the area. It's not AYCE, but the meat quality is always solid. I'll admit, I didn't really understand the hype at first many years ago, but after trying other places nearby, I totally get it now. It's a no-frills, quick-in, quick-out kind of spot. They're super efficient -- there's almost always a line, but they keep things moving without it feeling rushed. You order by set type depending on the number of people, which makes it easy. The seafood pancake is delicious, and for meat, the brisket is our go-to which never disappoints. I love that they often give out little extras like corn cheese or mini tteokbokki alongside the banchan! There's always a wait on weekends, so make sure you go early enough so you don't have to wait too long. read more

ToBang - Combo 6! (Serving size for 6 people) - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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Great food for a good price. My party made a reservation 30 minutes in advance ahead on a Saturday lunch. Parking here is horrible though! Make sure to accommodate for that on a weekend. We ordered the set B which came with 3 meats from a selection. We opted for the beef belly, pork belly and for $9 extra, the galbi, which came cooked already. They refilled our side dishes and often checked up on us. Only concern I wanted to express was one of the servers seemed a little pushy/rushed us when ordering. Other servers were really nice and checked up on us a lot. Otherwise, food was good. read more

ToBang - Set B - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

4.5 stars for food 5 stars for service These women working here work SO hard and it doesn't go unnoticed. They're running around making sure the waitlist moves quickly, refilling up our banchans and waters, and constantly checking in on us. The KBBQ is so so tasty, and the service is just impeccable. This is my go-to KBBQ spot. I always get the Special-C and get Bulgogi, Brisket, and Pork Belly, and I always leave feeling so full! Parking can be tough since it's a busy parking lot. read more

ToBang - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

I came here at night, here's my experience: 1. Ambience (4/5): the restaurant was very clean, cozy and had a casual style. There was a lot of seating when I came. I think this place will be a nice place for some big parties. 2. Service (5/5): all of the ladies were very nice and welcoming. My server was the smallest one and also the sweetest. They were very attentive, they checked on my table regularly and refilled my banchan whenever I wanted. Good service! 3. Food (3/5): - Korean pancake (4/5): it was crispy on the outside but soft in the center. The portion was quite big for one and it had a generous filling. The filling included: squid, something was yellow and I supposed it was sea urchin, some green onions,... The taste of the pancake was quite bland, but thanks to that, I could really taste the seafood inside. Don't worry, the sauce on the side goes really well with those pancakes. It was a great appetizer! - Beef tofu soup (3/5): personally, the taste was quite common, there was nothing special. One plus is that the soup was packed with beef, but one downside was they were quite dry and not tender. - Banchan (3/5): there were 7 banchans were served on my table. I wasn't really impressed with the banchan here. But I liked the potato and fish cake. Overall, the staff here were very nice and welcoming to their customers. Next time, I'd love to come back with my friends to try the Korean BBQ here! read more

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We came here on a Friday night at around 6:30 and surprisingly did not have to wait at all. We got the two meat option, with bulgogi and brisket and added a beef and tofu soup. The food came out extremely fast and the bulgogi was huge. We opted for the kimchi fried rice, which was okay in my opinion. I do wish they gave larger portions of the side dishes used to wrap the meats like the radish, lettuce and rice paper as we did have to ask for refills a lot but I did appreciate that they came to help cook the meats. The tofu soup was pretty tasty too, though the meat was pretty tough. Overall, I generally prefer AYCE for the price but not a bad option to settle your kbbq craving. read more

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I like coming here for their special menu sets. We normally come on a weekend night and they take our order at the entrance after we tell them how many people. You need to be ready with your order. If not, I recommend you read the menu outside the window before going in. They do always try to upsell you though. It is a rushed experience though. You may be sitting right next to another party but they have plexiglass divider. We normally get Special B with 3 meats (bulgogi, spicy pork and brisket) but every time we get pressured to get Special C with 4 meats but we decline. The special comes with seafood pancake, assorted banchan including lettuce, daikon and rice paper for wraps. They will refill these banchan. Usually there's corn cheese and sometimes tteokbokki included. You get a choice of Kimchi fried rice or steamed rice. We usually get the kimchi fried rice and add on a steamed rice for extra. We also add on a mixed tofu stew for $8. The brisket is cooked at the table while the bulgogi and spicy pork come cooked on a hot sizzling plate. Not the highest quality, but good bang for your buck and we're always left feeling full with leftovers. read more

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One of the best spots for NON-AYCE KBBQ! If you're looking for KBBQ but don't want to feel overly stuffed from AYCE, then ToBang is the place. The menu has 4 different sets (A, B, C, D) to choose from which comes with a select number of meats, choice of seafood pancake, kimchi fried rice, etc, and you can add on an extra $9 if you want additional dishes. For a group of 5, our server recommended Special C which came with 4 meats. The meats were all tender and delicious. Seafood pancake was a little bit smaller than I had anticipated. We also got a side of steamed egg too. This was enough food for us because the staff kept serving us banchan throughout our meal to the point where we were politely declining the extra dishes. I loved ToBang and all of the staff were so nice and caring to us. Highly recommend! But beware the parking can be limited during busy hours. read more

ToBang - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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I recently went back to ToBang after more than a decade from my last visit and it was a great reminder of why many businesses in this strip mall are successful and still in business. This is set meal KBBQ, not AYCE, which gives it a more traditional, curated feel. We ordered the Special B with brisket, pork jowl, and kalbi. The menu lists the portions at about 11-12 oz, though it felt a little lighter once everything was grilled. The meat quality was solid and the brisket was tender. The pork jowl had a crispy texture and took the longest to cook. The kalbi was cooked on an iron sizzling plate in the kitchen. The set also came with seafood pancake, rice, banchan, radish wraps, and lettuce wraps. We added the seafood soft tofu soup, which came out hot and bubbling. Service really stood out by the owner lady serving our table, literally the GOAT and was hustling nonstop checking in with all the tables, offering refills on all the banchan and even offering more refills when some servers mentioned there was only one refill. The whole team was attentive and constantly moving. The food is also cooked for you by the servers, but they can be very busy at times. Funny moment when they checked our IDs when we ordered drinks. The server gave us a smile when they realized we were "old" and took it as a compliment. There are gas grill tables with proper ventilation hoods, but we were seated at a table with a portable butane stove this time. Although I didn't remember the gas grills from my visit over a decade ago, so maybe that's an update over the years. I would request one of the gas grill tables next time for the full experience. They also had beer and soju specials, probably competing with the other Korean spots in the same strip mall, which makes it a good place to hang out. One disappointment was the kalbijjim was sold out by 8pm, so we didn't get to try it and got regular kalbi. Guess that just means we'll have to come back next time. Overall solid quality meats, generous banchan service, strong owner presence that cares about the customers, and a classic KBBQ experience. Not AYCE, slightly lighter portions for a normal family style dinner meal, but still a spot worth returning to. Cleanliness feels like a hole-in-the-wall with the sticky menus and tables with the stains on walls. The parking can be difficult in this strip mall, so you will need to be patient or park on the streets. read more

A lot of meat options to choose from. The kimchi fried rice & tofu soup was really good too. Definitely would come back here! read more

ToBang - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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Horrible place, avoid it if you can. Me and my friend went there on a Friday evening, we ordered the bbq set with three meat option which also included a seafood pancake, we were barely half way through the meal and then we found this thing on one piece of the pancake which looked nothing but like a bug, we were clueless so we asked the waitress, she said oh this is seafood pancake, this might be bug from the seafood not from the restaurant, we dont have cockroach here, she then immediately took the piece away and then never came back! No apologies at all!! We sat there for couple of minutes and decided to go the the counter then it's the same 'waitress' she saw us she then pulled the charger immediately ($103, full price) and asked us to pay, we were shocked. we asked to talk to the manager and owner she said she's the one, she's the owner and also the chef, we questioned her about the bug and she insisted the food is not contaminated, it's from the 'seafood', not the restaurant's reponsibility; we stayed there, she rudely insisted us to pay, we asked shouldn't you apologize for this, and she insisted in a really really rude manner. It's the worst experience I ever had in California or in US. Don't go to the restaurant read more

ToBang - Seafood pancake with some bug like object - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Extremely disappointing experience. We found what appeared to be a large insect embedded in one of the pancakes. Food safety issues can happen anywhere, but what matters is how a restaurant responds. Unfortunately, there was no apology, explanation, or concern shown by the owner. She simply took the pancake away, insisted that we pay the full bill, and asked us to leave. The lack of accountability and basic customer service was more upsetting than the food issue itself. A sincere apology and an effort to make things right would have gone a long way. Instead, we left feeling dismissed and unwelcome. Based on this experience, I cannot recommend this restaurant. read more

ToBang - BUG!!! - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Tobang is a staple and has been around a long time in the area. They asked if had a reservation which we did not for 4 people on Saturday at 6:30. They were about half busy with about total 8 long tables that are split into 2 sides to maximize number of parties. From the get go the old ladies are pushy at selling the combo set and all the add ons. This was a big turn off, kind of like old sleazy car salesman selling you a new ride. I did like that they kept coming back asking if wanted more banchan. As far as the meat, it is very average quality. We ended up getting combo C for $126 and chose 2 brisket, pork belly and spicy pork that came cooked from kitchen. Plenty of parking in the plaza. Would I come back, maybe in a group or just spend a little more and go to 10 Butchers. read more

Accidentally came here thinking it was AYCE but was really impressed by the quality of the meat and service. We ordered the brisket and the pork belly. This was by far the best quality of meats for the price point I have tried. And there was a spectacular assortment of sides. The staff were super attentive and constantly refilled our sides. Also because we loved the japchae so much she actually packed us some in a container!!! The staff were so sweet and that definitely contributed to the five star review. This is definitely more on the pricey end but you are paying for the great quality. I think I will be choosing this over AYCE from now on because it allows you to savor the food rather than try to 'get your moneys worth'. I have noticed that at AYCE i always overeat and don't feel too well afterwards but this place is perfect for portion control. We went during lunch so there were only about 2 or 3 more parties there which was really nice because it wasnt too crowded. I would definitely recommend to check this place out! read more

ToBang - brisket + pork belly - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

This is one of my favorite places that I make sure to visit at least once a month. Our group of four always orders the Special C Set, and it tastes even better when paired with the kimchi stew. The happy hour prices on soju and beer made it easy to enjoy a few rounds of somaek. We even got a complimentary steamed egg, which was a pleasant surprise. Also we ordered the cold noodle and it was the perfect choice. Everything came together for a fantastic Korean dining experience. read more

It's a very good deal here and everything was very tasty. The ambiance is more casual but you get a lot for what you pay for here. You order your choice of meats with a combo meal depending on how many people are in your group. You can even add on a soup or naeng myeon to your combo for a small amount. Service was also super quick and I'm sure we had our banchan replenished 3 or 4 times. Recommend for big parties read more

The restaurant is located in a strip mall with several other Korean restaurants but it seems like they were the only one that had a line of people waiting outside. Parking was difficult and we ended up parking across the street. We made reservation for 3 on a Saturday night and they were very accommodating when we called to let them know that we will be a little late. Once we were there, we ordered our food before being seated. They strongly suggest getting the combos and have the cooked meat as it would be faster. We were hungry so agreed to it. We got the ($92.99) 3 meat combo with Bulgogi, Kalbi and spicy Dwaeji galbi jjim ($9 extra) and steam egg for $4. We were seated shortly after we ordered and all the banchan was already on the table. I really like the potatoes and fish cake. The pickled radish was too sour for me. Kalbi - Good flavor and the meat was tender. It came on a hot plate but the plate was barely warm and the onions were not even cooked. Bulgogi - Again it came on a lukewarm hot plate with mostly raw onions and the meat was overcooked and dry. We asked the staff about it but she only apologized about it. Dwaeji galbi jjim - This dish came nice and hot. It has good flavor but the pork ribs were again, dry and overcooked. The seafood pancake was crispy and delicious but we only got 4 pieces when it said on the menu 6-7 pieces. Overall, it was a disappointing experience. IF I do come back in the future, I would definitely order raw meat and cook it myself so I can control the doneness of the meat. read more

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Hands down one of the better Korean BBQ experiences I've had! We got the Special-B menu with brisket, pork belly, and spicy BBQ pork ribs for our choice of 3 meats and it was filling for a group of 3 people. The brisket was top-tier - really high quality, tender, and flavorful with just the right amount of marbling. The pork belly was sliced perfectly thin, which allowed it to crisp up beautifully on the grill. It was so good, I completely forgot to take a picture before diving in! Same thing happened with the spicy BBQ pork ribs, the seasoning was just right and not overly sweet. The banchan dishes were above average, love how the waiters came around with refill carts. A standout for me was the seafood pancake--crispy around the edges with a soft, savory center. It paired perfectly with the tangy red dipping sauce. We also got the tteokbokki and corn cheese to go along with our meat. The service was 100/10, very efficient with how often they were checking in on us to refresh sides and clearing up dishes even though it was a busy Friday evening, which made the experience smooth and enjoyable from start to finish. Highly recommend for anyone looking for high-quality Korean BBQ with great food and even better service! Also a bonus were the plastic dividers in between tables/groups, made it seem more private! Cannot wait to come back again and try out other options on the menu :) read more

ToBang - Brisket - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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Stopped here for dinner with my partner and was not disappointed. Side dishes were super delicious and plentiful, the bulgogi was fantastic, and the service was friendly and swift. We got the Special-A and were completely stuffed and I had leftovers for lunch AND dinner the next day. Vibe is super casual and the food is clearly made with love. read more

ToBang - Special-A with bulgogi - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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Can't believe I haven't been back to Tobang in forever! I remember really liking this place, but not sure why I didn't come back more often. Surprisingly they didn't have a wait at around 7pm on a Friday. This time, we were a party of 3 and got the 3 meat combo. Ordering was super on-the-spot efficiency, but still very friendly. All of the aunties were fun and kind! They really wanted to make us fat because they kept constantly asking if we wanted more refills of the sides! read more

ToBang - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

We tried ordering the Special-B for 6 people, and we were met with heavy resistance from the staff, insisting that it wasn't enough food for our party, and that we need to order more food. Once they begrudgingly took our order, they proceeded to cook our food over the grill themselves, apparently because we were taking too long to do it ourselves? No other table had staff assist with their cooking. read more

ToBang - Special-B - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Can't believe I lived next to this place for 3 years and I never visited! Tobang in Santa Clara has some delicious Korean BBQ! They have a few premade set options to pick from or you can order a la cart. One part that is a bit stressful is that you have to pick your set before you sit down. I tried their spicy BBQ pork, Kalbi, and steamed dumplings. The food was deeeeliiiccious! I also really enjoyed their banchan. I'll definitely be back for more. read more

LOVED my experience here! we reserved a table for 6 on a Thursday night and we were seated promptly. We ordered 2 specials and it was more than enough for us. the service was fast and the food was DELICIOUS. the portions were hefty and the sides were tasty too. I truly loved my meal there and will be back. read more

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Great food great service and Grace jui and all the staff are friendly all nice... always would go back to this place...

Love the food here and solid prices for set menus! When they aren't too busy, they'll cook the meat for you! They tend to come around often enough to refill your banchan as needed! The meat quality is good especially for the price! Good spot if you're looking for relatively quick kbbq with that homemade feel! The parking lot is fairly large for the complex but can still be tough (watch for signs as some parking is limited to specific businesses). read more

Rating: 3.5/5 Dined here for the first time for dinner on a Monday night around 6:30pm and got seated right away. Everything was super fast paced even though it wasn't busy and the employee who welcomed us in spoke way too fast that it was at times a bit hard to understand what she was saying. We also felt rushed while looking through the menu and deciding which special menu set to choose from. The employee basically chose for us before we could even thoroughly discuss with one another. We ended up doing Special C for $125.99. Once the menu was chosen, we were then moved to another table and as soon as we sat down everything started coming out so fast and thrown on the grill. Special C includes 1 seafood pancake which was soggy and bland, an array of side dishes which are refillable which is a plus. The only side dishes that were worth refilling was the potatoes and fish cakes. Everything else was so-so, but can't complain since it comes with the meal. Special C also includes your choice of 4 meats so we chose brisket, kalbi, and doubled up on pork belly. The kalbi is an additional +$9 and is already cooked. It comes out on a sizzling hot plate on top of a bed of onions. The pork belly is thin cut slices and was fast to cook on the grill along with the brisket. However, I do prefer thicker slices of pork belly. The pork cuts here are more like thin cuts of bacon. The kimchi fried rice was recommended to us but it was just ok and nothing memorable. I ended up ordering a bowl of white rice mid-meal. Overall, this place is a decent place if you're looking for a fast paced inexpensive Korean BBQ pick me up especially with a group. For three of us, Special C was more than enough--we even had leftovers to take home. Overall although this place was decent and inexpensive, I'd still choose an AYCE KBBQ spot with better quality of meats over this one and not have to worry about being rushed. read more

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ToBang is a KBBQ Restaurant that has grills for cooking or if you desire, they'll cook in the back kitchen for you. They have four set menus to choose from and you order before shown to your table. The Banchan, dipping sauces, cheese corn, lettuce, and rice wrap are preset at your table and meats, soups, seafood pancake and rice (Kimchee or white) are delivered shortly after. Service is quick and polite although I'd prefer to put my own meat on the grill rather than have the staff plop it on the grill at a much expedited pace. I'm ok when they put half of the raw meat on the grill in the beginning but after the first half is grilled and we're eating, I don't want the staff to put the remaining meat on.... Too much of a rush as the grill is hot and it'll grill quickly. I can see this tactic used on a busy evening to speed diners but not during a quiet midday lunch. Also there's plenty of room to spread out diners for privacy during lunch, thus I don't see why they sit diners near each other when there are plenty of empty grill tables. As for food, The seafood pancake is a bit small but is nice and crispy while the meat platters are fit for two people. Banchan and water is refilled without any problems. Note: Suggest washing the lettuce a little more. Overall, large strip mall parking lot. Service is quick, staff is polite and helpful. Decent KBBQ (spicy pork is spot on, brisket was good for two), although a bit pricey. Good quality exhaust fans in the grill that'll keep you relatively odorless. Felt a bit rushed during a quiet Saturday lunch. read more

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Shout out to my Little for treating me out for lunch. Since we were in the area, me have a great love for KBBQ, & ToBang being on my radar for so long... this was the opportunity to truly test out the hype. The initial feels I get during our arrival was a bit overwhelming. Prior to being able to be seated, the restaurant expects you to place your order first. Meals are broken into 4 pre-set options and there is an A La Carte menu as well. My advice, familiarize yourself with the menu prior to coming if you are a newbie. Our party of 2 opted for the Special-A combo. This meal allows you to pick 2 meats from the provided list, a seafood pancake, and your choice of either kimchi fried rice or steamed rice. All meals come accompanied with banchan. Out choices: Brisket Kalbi Short Ribs [+ additional $8 for this option] Kimchi Fried Rice Seafood Pancake [no substitute available for this] 9 different banchan + lettuce wraps Cheesy Corn The brisket was just average. This wasn't bad but it wasn't anything special. The Kalbi was great. Flavors were good, meats were cooked well, portion was a little skimp factoring in the fatty parts, the heavy layer of onions at the bottom & the additional charge required for this pick. The cheesy corn was okay but bland beyond the cheese aspect. The seafood pancake and kimchi fried rice was overly oily for my tastebuds. Banchan was one of the highlights of the meal. I loved the large variety of mini dishes provided & these paired greatly with our meats. 3 star rating from the food, 1 added star because these Korean aunties were nice. While they weren't exactly attentive, they were kind whenever we needed some assistance. This isn't my fave spot of Korean food but I wouldn't pass up the opportunity to come back. read more

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