50 Best Korean Restaurants near North Vancouver

“I recently had the pleasure of dining at this location for lunch. The service was exceptional and the cuisine was absolutely delightful. The chicken was cooked to perfection, with a crunchy exterior and a juicy, flavorful interior. The combination of spicy, sweet, and umami flavors left me craving more. Although the portion size was modest, it was sufficient, and I look forward to indulging in a larger portion on my next visit. While the atmosphere, typical of a fast-food takeout establishment, left something to be desired, the premises were clean and well-maintained.“

“delicious chicken. however- how are you running out of chicken? two different times we have called in the last two weeks for chicken and you've been out. I can't even understand how this is happening. not impressed“

“This place seriously impressed me. I came here because a Korean friend recommended it, so I already had pretty high expectations — and somehow it still exceeded them. The sundae (Korean blood sausage) tasted incredibly similar to the ones I had in Korea, very authentic and full of flavor. The pork dishes were also amazing — super tender, juicy, and really well seasoned.

The restaurant itself is pretty small, so we had to wait a while for a table, but honestly it was 100% worth it. If you’re looking for Korean food that actually tastes close to what you’d get in Korea, I’d definitely recommend giving this place a try.“

“Great food, Excellent Service Tried first time since pre Covid and still excellent.“

“Great food and excellent service! The dishes are always fresh, flavorful, and come out quickly. The staff are friendly, attentive, and make every visit enjoyable. Highly recommend this place if you’re looking for delicious Korean Soul Food!“

“I’ve been a loyal customer of Bukchon for a long time, and every visit reminds me why I keep coming back. The food is consistently fresh, authentic, and incredibly delicious. Every dish is full of flavor and prepared with great attention to detail.

The service is just as impressive. The staff are always friendly, welcoming, and genuinely care about making every guest feel comfortable. Their hospitality makes the entire dining experience even more enjoyable.

It’s not easy to find a restaurant that maintains such high standards over the years, but Bukchon has done exactly that. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for authentic Korean food, outstanding service, and a warm atmosphere. Without a doubt, one of my favorite Korean restaurants!“

“Crispy chicken, good portions, and a welcoming atmosphere. I also like that they don’t serve alcohol, making it a great spot for families. If you visit on a weekday, be sure to take advantage of Happy Hour. They offer 10 percent off.“

“Food is delicious. Portion size is generous even for the regular size bowl. Staff is always friendly. Orders are always fulfilled fast even in the peak hours. They have reserved parking outside which is great for a fast pickup. I work few minutes away and ordered for pick up few times already - sometimes for me or for the team at the office. Definitely recommend them.“

“Enjoyed the vibe, fast friendly service. Food was good and delicious 👍👍“

“This is not a paid/sponsored review. Our second visit - Jul 18’26. I didn’t write a review for my first visit. We arrived around 1 pm. Not much patrons.

Ordered two bbq meat (seasoned rib finger & marinated prime beef rib), spicy soy garlic chicken.

Overall was a good experience for us. Service was quick. Banchan refill were quickly delivered upon request.

The bbq meat, like many bbq Korean joint, determined by how you cooked it.

Spicy soy garlic was good.

Price is on the higher end (expensive).

Men’s toilet was clean.

No music played at premises so patrons can talk easily.“

“Excelente experiencia, me encantaron sus bebidas y comida !“

“As a first-time customer, I thought the service was good. They sold out of all their burgers, which I take as a sign they must be really popular, giving me even more reason to come back. I ordered the bone-in fried chicken, and the pieces were large and satisfying.“

“I loved the food. Excellent service. I recommend this place! :)“

“During our stay in Vancouver, we ate at multiple Michelin-starred / recommended restaurants, yet Dolsot was up there with one of our favorites. We got the hot stone bibimbap and soon tofu stew to start, and they were both delicious. Eating the food took me back to my time in Seoul. We also had to try to kimbap as dessert, and it was great. Highly recommend going to Dolsot for a taste of Korean home cooking.“

“Every order is made fresh, so you might be in for a 10-20 minute wait, but boy is it ever worth it!

The Crispy Chicken Sandwich: Very crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Great flavour, not greasy. Perfectly seasoned. Made with whole meat chicken breast. I had to squish down the sandwich to get it in my mouth. Good quality bun and the lettuce leaf was crisp. I suspect they might be using an egg-yolk only mayo as it tasted rich. I really liked that.

The bacon cheeseburger with extra patty: Deliciously smashed with a great crust, perfect seasoning and juicy. It was a little messy but so good! Good quality bun and the lettuce leaf was crisp.

The fries were piping hot with a crispy battered exterior and fluffy interior. Remained crispy even after cooling down.

Original Korean Fried Chicken (small): Made with boneless-skinless chicken thighs, this was also juicy too and very crispy on the outside.

Every fried item had a clean fresh flavour, so you can tell their oil isn’t old.

The tables and chairs were clean and arranged neatly. Lots of seating options. The place looked like a family run restaurant with nice touches of flowers at the entrance, in the windows and on the walls.

It’s a hidden gem, so I’m glad google maps and the sandwich board sign helped me find the restaurant! The door faces the street and you have to walk to the NW corner of the building, as it’s not obvious.

The staff were friendly and very good at what they did and I would 100% recommend this place and go back in the future.“

“I thought i had already written a review of this place but I haven't! I don't go anywhere else for my Korean food in BC. I literally haven't found a place that matches my palate as much as this place. Not just that, they are not stingy with their food! If you want seafood tofu soup, you GET seafood tofu soup. It's jam packed with goodies in the soup. Their seafood pancake is 🤤 not just a whole bunch of green onion and flour but an actual SEAFOOD pancake. And the servers, omg, they are fantastic. Every single one of them. They don't pressure you and just really let you enjoy your company. And our guy, I'm sorry I don't know your name! But you are always so delightful, happy and warm. You definitely make the experience better.“

“great service and good was spectacular“

“This was my second visit, and I love this Korean restaurant even more! The lunch set is delicious, generous, and great value for the price. Everything was fresh and full of flavor, and the service was friendly. I've already recommended this place to my friends and will definitely be coming back again. Highly recommended!“

“gem! The staff are so lovely all the time and they change their frying oil every day which is not typical at a lot of places. The chicken is always crisp and juicy and has more chicken than batter. I love the chibab bowl, really delicious and affordable meal. Thank you guys !“

“This place serves delicious, incredibly fresh, healthy and unique kimbaps that you don’t see elsewhere. We stopped by for a snack and tried the “keto” kimbap with tuna and it was delicious - you don’t miss the rice at all. The tangy white kimchi wrap paired well with the tuna mayo, egg and other veggie ingredients. The service was super friendly and the shop is clean and cozy. I will definitely come back to try their other kimbaps and dishes.“

“I’ve been to this location for few times now and I really like their fast service. The food is good too.“

“High regard to the chefs and our server 😊“

“밴쿠버 최고의 치킨“

“We almost always have a great meal here. Unfortunately, I don't have many photos, but their sashimi and other raw seafood are always incredibly fresh and delicious. We love most of the sushi and sashimi on the menu.

The bossam and Korean soups are always flavorful and satisfying. The japchae and bibimbap have been a bit hit or miss for us, but overall the food is consistently good.

This is definitely one of our go to spots. The food is comforting, and we always leave happy.“

“I would recommend Hon Sushi for a late night spot! Very pleasant staff! Tables are good for bigger / larger group! Interesting menu ordering.“

“Great food and excellent service! The Chicken Yaki Udon was delicious, with fresh ingredients and a flavorful sauce. The sushi and other dishes were also incredibly tasty and well-prepared. The food arrived hot and still steaming, which made the experience even better. The staff were friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was welcoming. I would definitely come back and highly recommend this restaurant to others!“

“great Korean eats. dishes are very tasty. one of the best gamjatamg I've ever had.“

“I’ve been here several times and it’s always been fantastic, however I do not recommend coming with a large group.

The food has always been delicious and drinks are good too, but the service was horrendous for a larger group. It took forever to get any service, staff would make eye contact with us when we tried to wave them over, and then just ignore us. There were a lot of staff available just loitering around the bar area and did not come to our aid.

It took a very long time for us to get our bills, and when they finally took it they charged many of us twice or even thrice. Some of us tried to tell the waitress that the first transaction went through, but they insisted we pay again because they got an error on their end. Just a reminder to maybe check your bank statement after to make sure this didn’t happen to you. I don’t think it was on purpose, but still frustrating to deal with.

Other than that the food was delicious. Sooda box remains one of my fav dishes and their cheese corn is great.“

“Dee-licious!!! 🤤😍💕 Definitely recommend the cheese fried rice. Great for dates, family dinners, or a casual drink + meal.“

“Anytime anyone tells me to be adventurous at a Korean restaurant, I just end up ordering the fried chicken anyway, so I’m gonna ask y’all to please just refrain from trying to help me further. But if I’m feeling particularly brave, I might just ask for a side order of oh so spicy kimchi. Hey listen, you don’t need culinary surprises when YOU’RE the adventure!“

“🌱🇰🇷 A Happy Vegan Find in a Korean Restaurant! 😃

I came to Chibop after discovering their vegan ramyeon combo, and I was so excited to see a Korean restaurant with a dedicated plant-based section on the menu! 🌱💚 They even sell vegan kimchi — which honestly made my vegan heart very happy. 🥹

I ordered the combo with:

🍜 Ra-myeon — 100% plant-based broth with noodles, onions, and green onions.
🥢 Spinach Vegan Kimbap — spinach, cucumber, carrots, yellow pickled radish, bell peppers, burdock, and savory seasoned tofu.

At first, I wondered if I was being a little ambitious ordering both.
😂 But the fresh veggie kimbap was surprisingly light and easy to eat, and the ramen bowl looked a little smaller than I expected (compared to the photos 😉), so thankfully I was able to finish everything. 😋

Bonus points: they were playing K-pop songs while I enjoyed my meal. 🎶✨ A vegan Korean meal with K-pop in the background? Yes please. 😂

I’m so thankful that Chibop offers plant-based options because it makes enjoying Korean food so much easier for vegans. I really enjoyed my meal here, and I’m definitely curious to come back and try their other vegan dishes! 🌱💚“

“Chicken was fresh and yummy!! 🤤 This spot is underrated. They cook the chicken fresh and dont skimp out on portion & sauces.

My new favorite k-chicken place in Van!

Bonus that staff is friendly and has good taste in music 👌🏻“

“The food was absolutely delicious, and the service was outstanding! The Thursday-only steak sot bap was amazing—the buttery flavor was incredible. The beef tartare was fresh, and the crispy kataifi was absolutely delicious. I highly recommend this place!“

“Amazing quality for such an unbelievably affordable price!
The kimbap rice was perfectly cooked not too soft or mushy and each roll was generously filled with a variety of ingredients, making every bite delicious and satisfying. The tteokbokki had a great chewy texture, and the sauce was flavorful without being overwhelmingly spicy, pairing perfectly with the kimbap.
Highly recommend the Tuna Chili Kimbap and the Deep Fried Shrimp Kimbap! Will definitely be coming back again“

“Such a cute shop! We discovered it because it is featured at the Ice Cream Festival this year.

The Peach Bingsoo certainly did not disappoint! We really enjoyed the different textures and flavours together. Nice presentation as well.“

“Oz os a good place, good food.“

“Very good crispy pork cutlets, Lean meat with some fat makes for a tender cutlet. Sauce gravy is really good! The sides are mediocre except for the fresh lettuce salad and rice...the macaroni is not that flavourful
..service is very good, nice pleasant staff who bring your food and drinks, suggest for them to follow up on customer after served food...atmosphere needs improvement, needs a good clean as there is dirt and grime.in certain areas, there are smells outside the front door, it is a result of the area although it's improving...give it a try as it is good food“

“They did try to warn us away at the door as other people have noted (make a reservation to avoid this). Hard to blame them because the food is both unusual and pricey, but staff were kind and helpful once I insisted we knew what we were there for.

Our group shared the assorted marinated seafood and several other recommended dishes, which were all incredibly good with subtle, sophisticated flavors. The raw marinated crab was a whole experience (they supply gloves), but for me the marinated abalone was so elevating that I'm still thinking about it weeks later.“

“Seen many Korean street side chicken places on You Tube. Decided to give this a try for the first time . Went to the location on Canada Way. Ordered the family Sweet Soy Chicken & Fries Took awhile to prepare the food (15 mins) No wonder ,huge amount of chicken box was packed full. Large pieces very flavorful, not greasy at all like Churches grease feast j chicken . Fries were amazing .I found a new go to place to buy chicken for a game . A tad pricey, buy I assure you very well worth the money . If this place franchises, they will give KFC & Churches very serious condition . My first time there , highly impressed. I highly recommended you try this. Will not be disappointed. Very pleasant staff. Simple decor, but the service & food will amaze you . Thank you so very much for an amazing meal. I will definitely will be returning . Added a picture, this is after 3 people eating Big pieces and loads left ... Go visit this place . You won't regret it !!!“

“If I could give Galbi Korean BBQ 6 stars, I would.

From the moment we arrived, the staff were incredibly kind and welcoming. We went on a Sunday night and expected a wait, it was about 45 minutes but absolutely worth it. We ordered the Chef’s BBQ Combo D, and it was more than enough for all of us to leave completely full. They continuously refilled our sides and sauces, so we were never without anything. Everything felt clean, organized, and really well run.

My personal favourites were the marinated beef short rib, the fresh salad, bean paste soup, scallion salad, and the cheesy corn — all so flavourful and perfectly done.

This is hands down one of the best spots to come with your partner or a group, where you can relax, cook together, and actually enjoy the experience as much as the food. We’ll 100% be coming back. 🔥🥩“

“Their chicken tastes way too good!!! Deviled fried chicken is my favourite!!! I’m addicted to their chicken! Attached is a photo this one is soy garlic I just ate but still way too good!!“

“We only came in for a couple pieces as we were headed somewhere else. I really wish we stayed because the smoked salmon and regular salmon were outstanding! Just the right amount of rice so you can actually taste the fish. Service was quick and they seem to get a lot of take out.“

“We had an absolutely wonderful evening at Banju! My husband and I arrived at 7:30 on a Friday night and were blown away by the experience. The service was excellent, the food was outstanding, and the atmosphere was fun, lively, and welcoming. We highly recommend Banju and will definitely be back the next time we're in Vancouver!“

“This was easily the best korean meal i’ve had. The lunch special that included the assorted marinated seafood, raw fish salad, cockles and rice, cod stew, grilled mackerel, and stone pot rice was fantastic value and it could easily feed 3 people. I came for my birthday and while they do not offer anything special for birthday patrons, they did offer me a drink and the kind service plus delicious fresh and authentic food made the meal really special. I cannot understate how good and fresh everything was. There was absolutely no fishiness to anything and it was a heartwarming meal. We will be going back!“

“Got the Bulgogi Kimbap and Chibap and it was so tasty and the portion size was big, too! Really tasted like home food, especially the kimbap since I’ve been missing my parents’ food (and the kimbap was pretty big). Also the chicken was perfectly crispy and tasted exactly like what I was craving from Korean style chicken. Overall, very tasty and really scratched the itch I had for Korean food!“

“The best chicken wings ever!“

“Delicious! Especially the pineapple gochujang sauce on the tofu...really happy about the new restaurant in my neighbourhood.. 😋“

“awesome bowl of food! I would order from here all the time if I loved here. best I have had since I got here. ty for the flavor explosion“

“Love the vibe, orange theme and quick pace plus cool temperature inside.

However, the price seems to be more expensive than before, and the discount is gone on the Hinbor app. I’d appreciate if you could have discount back so I’ll also ask my friends to order together with me 🙏“

“Got some very delicious dolsot bibimbap! The waitress offered to refill my sides as they got low throughout the meal. Service was very fast! Would definitely come back if I wasn't visiting for work. It was a little expensive but I think I'm used to small town prices 😅“