43 Best Korean Restaurants in Santa Clara

“Amazing experience!•This marks the fourth time I have been here since their opening and they have yet to disappoint. I love their small combo and I always get their seafood pancake.•Service was perfect. We had Dane as our server this time and he was great. The meat was well cooked and he was always attentive with our needs.•The restaurant itself is big but it can get quite busy, especially the weekends. However, there are reservations but I came in thirty minutes early prior to when I wanted to eat for the waitlist instead. Other than that, the vibes are nice and everything is well decorated!“

“EMA Karaoke & Bar in San Jose is a vibrant spot for a night out, offering both an open bar area and individual rooms for rent. The karaoke experience here is a blast, with a diverse selection of songs to choose from. However, if you're expecting gourmet cuisine, you may find the food to be just average. As the night progresses, the bar tends to get crowded after 9 pm, so it's best to arrive early to secure your spot. Despite the crowds, the energy is infectious, adding to the overall excitement.“

“Service was attentive without being intrusive. Staff were courteous and kind, explaining the food as it was served to us and even offering extra dishes but this was likely because we came on the first night of the new month as they were removing certain items from the menu. Delectable food and calming ambience. One of the best dining experiences I can remember.“

“This place is so good. If you work in the North San Jose/Santa Clara/Milpitas tech circle, you've gotta stop by on your lunch break. I ordered online for pick up (they close at 1:30, so be sure to go before then) and I just grabbed it off the counter when I got there. Cute little shop located around autobody and small warehouse stores, you might miss it. But you shouldn't. Parking gets a little tough, but I just pulled my car in front real quick and hopped out. Onto the food. I got the bulgogi sandwich because some other Yelper had a very appetizing photo...and I did not regret it. Seriously, it smelled so good that I had to whip the sandwich out at the stoplight on Montague Expressway to catch a glimpse. Perfectly tender, salty, sweet bulgogi with the nice sour and spicy jalapeño- it couldn't be beat. I couldn't even wait to get back to my desk at work to eat it, I finished it in my company parking lot. Everything in San Jose is expensive now and this isn't the exception, but this is definitely going on my lunch time rotation- sorry Mendocino Farms.“

“I was in the area so I came here for a late lunch and I was so impressed by the interior remodeling!! I think the last time I came was more than a year ago, so I was definitely surprised. I got my favorite, Galbi Tang, and it was well seasoned, with small pieces of meat (which I preferred over the huge chunks) and definitely filling. I enjoyed it so much I forgot to take pics of the food!! Definitely the place to go for traditional Korean soups.“

“First time having Paik's!The two of us ordered:-jajangmyeon large $13.35-tangsuyuk #8 $15.45 crispy porkThe noodles were good and it was my first time having Korean jajangmyeon. Definitely great to try! Flavors were good. Noodles were a bit on the softer/stickier side.The crispy pork was super crispy. A bit heavy to eat on your own. I would recommend sharing it with 2-3 people.The radish wasn't crunch which was a bit surprising.Service is quick and there is a lot of seating inside.Parking is limited and can definitely be a pain.I'll definitely be back to try out other items on the menu.“

“This spot is so good! It's open until midnight as well. I got their CC Chicken Dupbop bowl to go and the portions were huge! I like that you can choose a rice option in which I got the Kimchi rice similar to Korean fried rice. Food was very good, chicken was sweet and spicy, and had the right amount of crunch. The interior was also very nice, it had a lot of Kpop vibes. It was also quite lively at nice. The staff were super friendly and very helpful! I'll definitely be coming back soon.“

“Very Good quality of meat barbecue. But service is bad.“

“Very delicious food. Atmosphere was great, the place felt nice, almost formal, and the service was attentive. They serve you green tea in addition to any drink you want, which was a nice touch. Be aware that the meals seem to be eaten family style, as there is a lot of food for what you pay for. The orange beef and prawn chow mein plus meat dumplings was enough for a small family. It was very delicious, I will definitely be returning!“

“Small cute, hood service. I had the sashimi special. It was very good. Fresh buttery selection by the chef . Ordered the veggie tempura. Didn't like the breading or the dipping sauce: veggie selection was good. Miso soup was ok but 3 very small squares of tofu. I prefer a more robust recipe. Ordered a very nice orange roll to go. Again salmon was yummy. Price seemed ok for lunch. Since I enjoyed the roll/ sashimi I will visit again.“

“A lady pushing a stroller who was waiting in line with me for the mall bathroom just asked me what this place sold, I said "it's grilled fish with ice cream." She was surprised and said, "Oh interesting!" I corrected myself and said it was "batter poured into metal fish molds." She thought that sounded delicious so together we went! It was my first time trying this location.Since all the Somi Somi locations I have been to only have take-out, I like this location because it is in a temperature-controlled mall. I prefer it to eating ice cream outside in freezing temperatures and even to eating outside in warm weather because everything melts so fast. You also have more open mall space to wait.This location is bright and clean. It had one flavor that the Cupertino location didn't currently have. My favorites are the cheese taiyaki and the red bean soft serve.“

“Authentic Korean soondubu (soft tofu soup) and haemul pajeon (seafood pancake)I love ordering their Seafood Soft tofu soup in medium and their seafood pancake. Their dishes have the right flavor and is not overly salty like at different soft tofu shops. The seafood pancake is also perfectly made with the right crunch on the outside and is not soggy. Their appetizer side dishes are also tasty, filling and can be refilled. Love the fish cake!They accommodate dietary restrictions and I usually order the vegetarian / seafood broth as the broth usually is made with meat.This location out of their Palo Alto, Milpitas, and South San Jose locations is the original and the best.“

“Quality of meat is superb. Our group got beef belly, brisket & a small amount of pork belly. Sides are just ok. The hospitality is one of the best experiences I've ever had. It was like being at a friend or family members home and being waited on, treated like our experience mattered. The lady was laughing and joking with us & catering to our every need. The price was spectacular under $200 for 8 people !!! That's $25 per person! We tipped we because the staff deserved it. Most definitely coming back :)“

“Did not get the chance to photograph my delicious meal but tried their jjolmyun, oh my lord, it was so-so good!!! The texture, flavor, the coldness of the noodle all in one bowl was absolutely delicious!!! You must try that dish when visiting here. I devoured that bowl of food. You are able to adjust the spicy level. I personally loved it without much spicy too it so it doesn’t over kill the flavor already in the bowl of ingredients. Perfect meal for warmer weathers but I enjoy cold stuff in cold weathers. Their kimchi fried rice was delicious too! Very cheesy and has an egg with it.Will need to comeback here again to try their other goods!!!“

“This is the best authentic Korean style bbq i have ever had! Sun hee is the best chef around town for all bbq and Korean style food Me and my family had the Egg wrapping with fried rice and it was the best!!“

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“Food is great, late night availability is even greater. It's nice to have a place to go to late in the evening, especially one with a nice atmosphere as this. I've got no complaints about the food, but the service is on the slower side. Both times I went I averaged about a 30 minute wait between sitting down and my food arriving. If you're not in a rush, then the food is worth the wait.“

“Service is not always the best here, but the food is so comforting. Our go to order is always the roll and ramen. We loveee the fried shrimp roll. Ordered the seafood pancake this time, and we weren't a big fan of it; the batter was too thick for our liking.“

“Had food catered for my wife's birthday gathering. They were very accommodating and everyone loved the food! Thanks Ki and the K-Star Doshirak team for making her birthday an enjoyable one!“

“Having grown up and living in the South bay for most of my life, it’s comforting knowing that the owner who operates this restaurant has not changed in the 30+ years they have been in business. The food and service here are excellent. The only thing is parking can be a challenge sometimes. My friends and I usually order the combo 4 with doenjang stew (fermented soybean). Her kimchi and doenjang stew is the best in the South Bay. And if you want the teobokki that is like you get in Korea, they make it with the perfect blend of spicy and sweetness“

“4.5 STARS Unpopular opinion: Ketchup on eggs is BOMB! The way the sweet acidity cuts through the richness of the eggs got me feeling some type of way. I grew up eating it this way and never thought it got so much hate until several months ago. Just look on Reddit. What can I say, I eat like a 5 year old! Gilgeori toast aka Korean street toast takes it a step further...not only is there ketchup on eggs, there's mayo AND sugar. It may not be for everyone but if you love salty-sweet foods, it may hit for you. Sunny's To Go is an unassuming, hidden gem in Santa Clara's K-Town area. They're a mom and pop shop that's been open since 2016 (less than 40 reviews?!). I only noticed them when I was passing through and saw outdoor seating (same plaza as Dae Bak). They were formerly called "BBQ Lovers" and kept the old signage. There's a net screen in front of the door (keeps bugs out) so I thought they were closed but they're not. They're open for takeout and delivery. Everything is packed as takeout but there's some seating if you would like to dine-in. M E N U Korean fare and grab 'n go banchan. Catering available. F O O D * Gilgeori: K Toast w/ over easy egg, cheese, special jam ($6.75): --Add spam ($3.50) Korean street toast has been trending in the last several years yet it's so hard to find. There's different variations but it's usually griddled/toasted bread with an omelet, cheese, cabbage slaw, mayo, sugar, and ketchup. Sunny's homestyle take is an over easy egg with mozzarella cheese stuffed into a slice of fluffy soft white bread with a generous smear of sweet mayo (cut w/ condensed milk?) that's folded over. A pack of ketchup is provided on the side. Gotta add spam just cuz. The result? Hella delicious salty-sweet combo with an oozy, drippy yolk. Again, it may not be for everyone but we loved this! * CK Pop: Fried Chicken Bites w/ special Korean-style sauce (Small - $9): Hot and crunchy popcorn chicken bites coated in a yangnyeom style sauce - savory and spicy with a kiss of sweetness. Heavy on the batter but the flavor and heat were on-point. * Sunny's Bento w/ galbi steak, spam, kimchi, japchae, sesame broccoli, radish kimchi ($19.85): The galbi steak is boneless short ribs but on the leaner side cooked medium rare and tender. Served with a bed of rice crowned with pan-fried spam and banchan. All the banchan are made in-house and solid. S E R V I C E Humble, mom and pop shop with a sweet and accommodating owner(s). They said, covid has been hard on them and especially so because their storefront is easily missed. Visited for a late lunch so prompt food service. A M B I A N C E Hole-in-the-wall with two tables inside and three tables outside. P A R K I N G Limited parking in the microplaza but they have two dedicated parking spots in front. Overall, if you love salty-sweet foods or ketchup on eggs, don't sleep on the K Toast at Sunny's. Support this small local business if you're in the area.“

“New opening Korean restaurant @ Santa Clara .Menu is simple , noodle , rice or tofu stew, even has hamburger.Ordered seafood Kalguksu ( noodle ) , I think it’s too spicy for me , but noodle was so delicious and big piece seafood.$ 22My friend ordered r steak with rice $31Because just opened last week , they probably need more time . Service is slow , and all server looks nervous.Tips asked at least 18% up“

“I think they need to improve about their facility, for example, one of the men's toilets was out of order, so many of male customers had to wait very long time in a line.Food was good in general. But especially, our sever "David", he has been wonderful for the rapid and faithful service all over during our visit. We'll definitely find David again when we visit Chung-Dam again in the future!“

“We had their spicy topokki, clam soup, seafood pancake, grilled squid and fried whole chicken. Every dish was done well, impressed with their seafood pancake, crispy outside and moist inside. Perfectly seasoned. They don't provide banchan at the table. Slight disappointment.“

“Place your order at the counter, pick up meal when number is called and return tray to dirty dish station when done.Good portions to fill your belly. Prices are fair. There is no "full service" unless you ask for assistance. Dress warm as this food court is located in the grocery store. Temp is always on the chilly side.“

“I've come here with my boyfriend and also have ordered their food from Doordash. Nice mom and pop Korean spot, with some of my favorite Dolsot Bibimbap and fresh sides! We haven't tried the BBQ, but there were quite a few people who were enjoying their BBQ when we were there, so it could be fun to try this in the future.“

“We were greeted, sat down immediately, and given hot tea as we decided on what to order. I thought the tea they had tasted like there was cinnamon in it. It was refreshing and delicious! I couldn't decide on which flavor I wanted the chicken soup to be so I asked the server for their suggestion. They said that their black garlic is their most popular amongst the four so here we are! Black Garlic Ginseng Chicken Soup(4/5): It comes in boiling hot so be careful when consuming! The flavor is light with the taste of ginseng. They have a mix of salt and pepper that you can add into the soup or have it on the side. I chose to put it on the side because I wanted to dip my chicken in the seasoning, and taste the soup as it is! They give you black garlic on the side so it's up to you how much you want in your soup. I tried the garlic after it's been in the soup and it tasted sweet! The soup comes with a whole chicken and inside it was a nice surprise. There was sticky rice mixed with garlic and what looks like jujubes. The soup felt very comforting and just reminded me of home. A really good dish to have on a cold day! Overall a great experience and I would come here again to enjoy their other dishes!“

“Great time with great food !“

“We had never had Korean shaved ice so this is a review of the product more than a comparison to other places of this type. The 'ice' is like sweet, soft snow made from milk and covered with a wide variety of chocolate and fruit toppings. The prices may look high but each bowl easily serves two and it is AMAZING! This is a must try.“

“Authentic asf. AYCE Banchan (side dishes) are for lunch time only. We came here a couple of times, and I must say the soup based dishes are really on point, generous servings. Soulongtang and Gamjatang will not go wrong if you're a soup person.“

“Fried chicken combo is delicious“

“(Translated by Google) Overall, everything is okay, especially the tray jjajang and jjambbong are very delicious. The fry kitchen closes at 6:20 PM.(Original)전반적으로 다 괜찮고 특히 쟁반짜장, 짬뽕 아주 맛있습니다. 오후 6:20부터 튀김류 주방 마감입니다.“

“It's an amazing and conducive place.. i like all the foods � very delicious and affordable price.. so, to all people out there try it!!“

“Pros: - Food is excellent here! A large variety of Chinese-Korean fusion type food at a very reasonable price. Would recommend the chicken wings and the Jjajangmyeon (aka black bean noodles) here. Very very good with tons of flavor. - Can accommodate a large group of people. Don't expect to be a quiet environment as it could be pretty loud! - Service was great, waitress was very attentive and accommodating. They save bottles for you if you do not finish in one sitting by putting your name on it and they will store it for you Cons: - Parking can be limited in the plaza so be aware - Bathrooms are not very clean, so plan accordingly especially with kids Overall - This place is excellent especially going with a group of friends or with family who want a variety of food. Definitely would retrun!“

“The Westfield mall location has an outdoor Koja Bar on the outside, which is a cool new feature that they have.As a chain that started from a food truck, I love eating their Koja, crispy rice buns with well-seasoned and flavored meat inside.One can order online, at the kiosk, or at a cashier, and their food is prepared quickly.The one downside is the use of plastic forks, but the rest of it arrives in compostable containers.The staff are really friendly and efficient!“

“Got there late. They do close 1am. Service was nice. Believe the bathrooms were clean. The booths were nice and kicker on top is beer selection. It wasn't not my day or I would have gotten a Cloud.We got the goggi beef, cheese corn and Kimchi stew with sausage.Something about the ice they use with coca cola was very nice.“

“BEST Chicken in the World!!“

“Hidden gem in Santa Clara. One of my favorite Korean BBQ places in the South Bay. Fast and efficient service, coupled with good quality meats (beef, pork, chicken, seafood) makes it a great experience every time. Can get smokey, though, so don’t wear your favorite outfit if you don’t want the smokey smell. Parking lot can get full, but there’s free street parking as well.“

“I don't know what these sore losers are yapping about with the mandatory service fee, it's common practice at all restaurants and their fault for not reading the menu thoroughly. ANYWAYS, The meat was so tender, and SO memorable. I really liked the cold spicy noodles too and everything tasted authentic/absolutely worth paying for. I'm Korean and I always think "I can just do kbbq at home", but no, this place hits different!! Totally worth it and will go back again“

“Great service. Very attentive and friendly servers“

“This is a restaurant where you can eat authentic Korean food.We ordered ribs, sundubu, pancakes, and cold noodles.All the food has a strong tasteIt's very delicious and very satisfying.In particular, Sundubu has a strong soup stock.It was very delicious.The staff were very kind and we had a great time.This is a store I would like to visit again.“

“Cioppino, LA Galbi & Seafood pancake are amazing! We enjoy the food and service from the owner every time.We appreciate the busy yet smiling owner. We can tell the restaurant is short-staffed, but the food quality still doesn’t disappoint us.“

“Love the food! Casual and friendly atmosphere Drinks are reasonable Varieties of food selection“