This bowl right here is my dinner at least 2-3 times a week ! SPICY DUPBAP PORK BELLY ADD 2 FRIED EGGS . The pork belly is so savory and taking a bite of everything together just take you to a whole new adventure. If you haven’t had Korean food before , i would recommend this as a starter pack ! Better than Panda Express ? And if you are not too too hungry , get an order kimbap with your meat choice and tobokki skewer . That’s usually what I order when I just want to snack but for dinner I always get Spicy Pork Belly Dupbap with 2 fried eggs !Kid-friendliness: My nieces 8yo-10yo love the Pork Belly Dupbap and trust me , all they eat is McDonald’s, Chick Fila so to switch up to bowl of rice and REAL MEAT it’s 10x better than fast food because it’s real food
I really wanted this place to be a 5.. saw this place and have been anticipating eating here. Got bulgogi dupbap and pork dumplings. Dupbap had a few pieces of carrots and a few chives but no veg besides that. Wasn’t the taste or texture I was anticipating. Mondu had fry marks but didn’t taste or feel fried. But also didn’t seem steamed.Will try again. Because we have very few real Korean places. Kimchi was good for me. Wasn’t bad, just was so excited I had super high expectations. Also took it home and probably did not eat for an hour after I got it. So maybe fresh would be great!
Isaiah Torres
Great authentic Korean food! Definitely will be coming back!
Solid little korean restaurant and a great option if you're craving some authentic Korean food at this part of town. The seafood pancake and spicy fishcake kimbap and tuna kimbap were delicious. The pork belly rice bowl, a solid portion and tasty. And I highly recommend the red bean taiyaki for dessert.Service was friendly and quick.They even have 2 tablets set up at the entrance for self service.
Ordered the Kimchi Bulgogi Kimbap. It was really tasty. It had lettuce in it, but I do not know if that's normal. The service was quick, and the cashier was friendly. PLEASE PLEASE SUPPORT because I am tired of driving to Bellaire to get Korean dishes.
Went in on a lunch time on a weekday, a little busy, you can either order from the kiosk right when you walk in on the left or order up front with the cashier! I spent $33 not Including tip Service was super nice and they greet you from behind this glass panels where they cook so you may not see them but everything smells so good! The spicy pork dupbap: absolutely delicious and spicy not overwhelming spicy, I would have added a fried egg! My only complaint which isn't much is that there isn't enough rice, there's a ton of meat and psh I'll never complain about that Kimbap: I ate most of the shrimp and wow made to order absolutely phenomenal. Crispy, flavorful, refreshing, something you can eat and not feel super bloated after but feel full! For $10 amazing lunch in this economy and you're supporting a small business Restroom is one stall for whoever needs it and it's clean! I am really surprised on how amazing this food was I will 100000% come back and support this small business sure it's in a weird spot in spring next to a sports bar but do not miss out. This place is just freaking delicious
Jacquelyn C.
This restaurant is a small little place with an open kitchen concept. There are few tables available for indoor seating, but most of their food is grab-and-go anyways. I got the bulgogi kimbap which was alright--I do wish it was spicy and it only tasted sweet. I also tried the spicy pork belly kimbap which was much better. It had a greater flavor profile and the spice was just right. We also tried the kimchi fried rice, which was good and the rice was almost creamy in texture. The egg was nicely fried and crispy. Our orders came with complimentary kimchi--which I wish was cold. My favorite part of our order was the red bean fish waffle. It was super hot and crispy and the filling was smooth, creamy, and not too sweet. The owners Kim and Jay are so helpful and sweet, will be returning!
Living in the Woodlands area, it gets a bit hard to find a wide variety of Asian cuisine. Normally I'd have to travel to Bellaire or Katy to get some good quality Asian food, but The Kimbap is a hidden gem that spares me from taking an hour drive to some GOOD Korean food. Located on Rayford, this spot is quite easy to miss but its nudged right in between a plaza of a restaurant, nail/lash shop, and vape store (if you see the McDonalds, its the parking lot over.) This spot is absolutely clean, it has that new shop smell to it! There isn't a large seating area; with there being 3 tables that can sit up to 4 people, about 4 stools against the bar/kitchen area, and a mini table that holds 2 people. So if you're thinking of bringing the entire family for a sit down meal, maybe this would'nt be the best spot! You can order at the counter, however the second you walk in, to the left there's 2 tablets that you also can order on (this can be for dine in OR to-go.), so I personally felt a bit pressured to use the tablets although I wanted to go up to the register to look around. Nonetheless, either way of ordering works. On the tablet it has the entire menu and it even includes pictures of every menu item which is an amazing perk if you're a visual person such as myself. I ordered the Spicy Pork Belly Dupbap which is essentially just a chili oil rice bowl with a generous amount of pork belly chunks and stir fried vegetables. This bowl was delicious, however it just didn't live up to the "spicy" as told in its name. If a bit more chili oil were added to the bowl, then this menu item would be perfect! The bowl came with a small complimentary side of kimchi, but personally this was probably my least favorite kimchi that I've ever tried. It didn't seem to have much flavor; lacking that traditional sour and tangy kimchi taste! Nonetheless, I still ate the kimchi! I only took a star off because 1) the lack of spice for the bowl I ate & 2) You'd think they don't serve drinks if you order at the tablet like I did, but after you order on the tablet you have to go to the front register to order a drink. I just feel that's a minor hassel. Either way, I'll still be back to try new items here as there's even a snack section and pre-made food area!
Beautyrice_
I love it I can’t wait to go back. I wish it closer to my home. Definitely taste like Korean ???
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jessica Ng
The only place in the area where you can get kimbap or bibimbap. I'm pretty happy.The bibimbap and kimbap are good. Standard taste. They have some variety to choose from in terms of kimbap. The food hits the spot. The tteokbokki was made fresh, so there was a nice chew.It is a little bit pricy though tbh. $13 for a takeout meal isn't egregious nowadays, but the portions are pretty small for the price. So I won't be going here daily, but I will make an occasional visit.
Jose Wui
Absolutely delicious. They're the same owners of Jjigae, and the quality of the food has not changed at all.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joe Moo Moo
It was yummy & price point was nice! Kind owners & a chill atmosphere. Bulgogi kimbap & dup bap were on point! As well as the read bean fish shaped pastry for dessert. :)
This bowl right here is my dinner at least 2-3 times a week ! SPICY DUPBAP PORK BELLY ADD 2 FRIED EGGS . The pork belly is so savory and taking a bite of everything together just take you to a whole new adventure. If you haven’t had Korean food before , i would recommend this as a starter pack ! Better than Panda Express ? And if you are not too too hungry , get an order kimbap with your meat choice and tobokki skewer . That’s usually what I order when I just want to snack but for dinner I always get Spicy Pork Belly Dupbap with 2 fried eggs !Kid-friendliness: My nieces 8yo-10yo love the Pork Belly Dupbap and trust me , all they eat is McDonald’s, Chick Fila so to switch up to bowl of rice and REAL MEAT it’s 10x better than fast food because it’s real food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pork Dumpling 5pcs 돼지만두, Pork Belly Kimbap, Fried Shrimp, Fried Shrimp 5pcs 새우튀김, Fish-Shaped Waffle 붕어빵, Spicy Calamari Kimbap, Buldak Black Bean Noodle
I really wanted this place to be a 5.. saw this place and have been anticipating eating here. Got bulgogi dupbap and pork dumplings. Dupbap had a few pieces of carrots and a few chives but no veg besides that. Wasn’t the taste or texture I was anticipating. Mondu had fry marks but didn’t taste or feel fried. But also didn’t seem steamed.Will try again. Because we have very few real Korean places. Kimchi was good for me. Wasn’t bad, just was so excited I had super high expectations. Also took it home and probably did not eat for an hour after I got it. So maybe fresh would be great!
Great authentic Korean food! Definitely will be coming back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pork Dumpling 5pcs 돼지만두, Bulgogi Kimbap, Rice Cake Skewer
Solid little korean restaurant and a great option if you're craving some authentic Korean food at this part of town. The seafood pancake and spicy fishcake kimbap and tuna kimbap were delicious. The pork belly rice bowl, a solid portion and tasty. And I highly recommend the red bean taiyaki for dessert.Service was friendly and quick.They even have 2 tablets set up at the entrance for self service.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Shrimp 5pcs 새우튀김, Bulgogi Kimbap
Love this place!! Really good food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Dumpling 5pcs 치킨만두, Fish-Shaped Waffle 붕어빵
Ordered the Kimchi Bulgogi Kimbap. It was really tasty. It had lettuce in it, but I do not know if that's normal. The service was quick, and the cashier was friendly. PLEASE PLEASE SUPPORT because I am tired of driving to Bellaire to get Korean dishes.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: bulgogi dupbap 불고기 덮밥, bulgogi kimbap 불고기 김밥
Vegetarian options: Grass
Recommended dishes: tteok bok ki 떡볶이
Delicious,delicious!Quick and so yummy!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Went in on a lunch time on a weekday, a little busy, you can either order from the kiosk right when you walk in on the left or order up front with the cashier! I spent $33 not Including tip Service was super nice and they greet you from behind this glass panels where they cook so you may not see them but everything smells so good! The spicy pork dupbap: absolutely delicious and spicy not overwhelming spicy, I would have added a fried egg! My only complaint which isn't much is that there isn't enough rice, there's a ton of meat and psh I'll never complain about that Kimbap: I ate most of the shrimp and wow made to order absolutely phenomenal. Crispy, flavorful, refreshing, something you can eat and not feel super bloated after but feel full! For $10 amazing lunch in this economy and you're supporting a small business Restroom is one stall for whoever needs it and it's clean! I am really surprised on how amazing this food was I will 100000% come back and support this small business sure it's in a weird spot in spring next to a sports bar but do not miss out. This place is just freaking delicious
This restaurant is a small little place with an open kitchen concept. There are few tables available for indoor seating, but most of their food is grab-and-go anyways. I got the bulgogi kimbap which was alright--I do wish it was spicy and it only tasted sweet. I also tried the spicy pork belly kimbap which was much better. It had a greater flavor profile and the spice was just right. We also tried the kimchi fried rice, which was good and the rice was almost creamy in texture. The egg was nicely fried and crispy. Our orders came with complimentary kimchi--which I wish was cold. My favorite part of our order was the red bean fish waffle. It was super hot and crispy and the filling was smooth, creamy, and not too sweet. The owners Kim and Jay are so helpful and sweet, will be returning!
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Living in the Woodlands area, it gets a bit hard to find a wide variety of Asian cuisine. Normally I'd have to travel to Bellaire or Katy to get some good quality Asian food, but The Kimbap is a hidden gem that spares me from taking an hour drive to some GOOD Korean food. Located on Rayford, this spot is quite easy to miss but its nudged right in between a plaza of a restaurant, nail/lash shop, and vape store (if you see the McDonalds, its the parking lot over.) This spot is absolutely clean, it has that new shop smell to it! There isn't a large seating area; with there being 3 tables that can sit up to 4 people, about 4 stools against the bar/kitchen area, and a mini table that holds 2 people. So if you're thinking of bringing the entire family for a sit down meal, maybe this would'nt be the best spot! You can order at the counter, however the second you walk in, to the left there's 2 tablets that you also can order on (this can be for dine in OR to-go.), so I personally felt a bit pressured to use the tablets although I wanted to go up to the register to look around. Nonetheless, either way of ordering works. On the tablet it has the entire menu and it even includes pictures of every menu item which is an amazing perk if you're a visual person such as myself. I ordered the Spicy Pork Belly Dupbap which is essentially just a chili oil rice bowl with a generous amount of pork belly chunks and stir fried vegetables. This bowl was delicious, however it just didn't live up to the "spicy" as told in its name. If a bit more chili oil were added to the bowl, then this menu item would be perfect! The bowl came with a small complimentary side of kimchi, but personally this was probably my least favorite kimchi that I've ever tried. It didn't seem to have much flavor; lacking that traditional sour and tangy kimchi taste! Nonetheless, I still ate the kimchi! I only took a star off because 1) the lack of spice for the bowl I ate & 2) You'd think they don't serve drinks if you order at the tablet like I did, but after you order on the tablet you have to go to the front register to order a drink. I just feel that's a minor hassel. Either way, I'll still be back to try new items here as there's even a snack section and pre-made food area!
I love it I can’t wait to go back. I wish it closer to my home. Definitely taste like Korean ???
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The only place in the area where you can get kimbap or bibimbap. I'm pretty happy.The bibimbap and kimbap are good. Standard taste. They have some variety to choose from in terms of kimbap. The food hits the spot. The tteokbokki was made fresh, so there was a nice chew.It is a little bit pricy though tbh. $13 for a takeout meal isn't egregious nowadays, but the portions are pretty small for the price. So I won't be going here daily, but I will make an occasional visit.
Absolutely delicious. They're the same owners of Jjigae, and the quality of the food has not changed at all.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It was yummy & price point was nice! Kind owners & a chill atmosphere. Bulgogi kimbap & dup bap were on point! As well as the read bean fish shaped pastry for dessert. :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5