Browse menus, reviews and photos of Korean Restaurants near Aliso Viejo.
Korean · $
26519 Aliso Creek Road Unit 101, Aliso Viejo
“came here for the first time last week and honestly wish i’d found it sooner. the guy behind the counter was super friendly and helped me pick out something good since i couldn’t decide. definitely gonna be coming back, its my new favorite spot in the area.”
Korean · $
26741 Aliso Creek Road Ste B, Aliso Viejo
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“Food was ok. I gave 4 stars cause I believe I make better Bulgogi. Ttaekbokki was nice 👌 but only too watery for me. Portion was smaller than expected and the bulgogi is dry and not that savory. But the service is topnotch. Very cheerful and proactive staffs.”
Fast Food · $
8 Argonaut Suite 180, Aliso Viejo
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“This place is a hidden gem. 10/10 would eat again. The food is great. The staff are friendly. There are a TON of choices for drinks and sides (bottled drinks and individual chip bags). Large enough menu for both lunch and breakfast and they have rotating daily specials. They will be happy to make you a lunch time sandwich even at 8am.Can’t compliment this place enough. If you are in the area and want a quick and easy breakfast/lunch this is the place!”
Korean · $$
14160 Culver Drive, Irvine · 10.2 miles
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“Delectable though a bit pricey $$$ for lunch”
Korean · $
24531 Trabuco Road Unit G, Lake Forest · 6.18 miles
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“Haven't been here in awhile and my nephew wanted this for dinner and we stopped by. He love the galbi which you can order as a plate/bowl for extra or as a side. We ended up ordering a double side which is very reasonably priced and decent amount of food. I also got the plate with galbi and 4 sides which I also enjoyed. Overall a decent amount of food for the price and the quality is good.”
Korean · $
24301 Muirlands Blvd U, Lake Forest · 4.41 miles
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“I was craving Korean food, so I went here, and everything was absolutely delicious! We had bossam, green onion chicken, bibim naengmyeon, mul naengmyeon, and pajeon, and every dish was so good. I highly recommend this place! The server was also incredibly kind, and the food came out hot and quickly. Definitely worth a visit!”
Korean · $$
4250 Barranca Parkway, Irvine · 9 miles
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“Ordered: Spicy soondae soup, beef short rib soup, combination soondae plate, and ONE chopped live octopus. $34.99 😳 The soups were delicious especially the beef short rib, we felt there was no need to add any additional seasoning. The soondae plate tasted amazing, even the liver was yummy. The live octopus was fun to order, but not for that price. This place is very expensive. Every dish I wanted to eat but didnt order started at $60-$70. Service: they are very nice, but when they got busy you almost could wave anyone down.”
Korean · $$
4960 Irvine Boulevard, Irvine · 10.07 miles
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“Everything is great! Love the food, service & atmosphere! Strongly recommended good restaurants!🙏🥰”
Korean · $$
2700 Alton Parkway Suite 135, Irvine · 10.34 miles
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“Nice Lunch served very fast after waiting for our turn to be seated for 10 minutes. Friendly Host and Waitresses.”
Korean
8685 Irvine Center Dr, Irvine · 5.32 miles
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“Heard there was a new soondubu spot in OC, so I swung by over the weekend- turns out it was their soft opening. I was surprised to learn they're already a well-known brand with a strong rep in the midwest & east coast, and that their OC debut was actually highly anticipated. They started us off with the complimentary banchan which are always my favorite. The standout for me was the fishcake which perfectly seasoned and surprisingly fresh and I also really enjoyed the corn dish. For food, my friends and I each got a soondubu and shared the seafood pancake, galbi ribs, and a pork katsu bento. Every single dish was mouthwateringly good. I can't handle a lot of spice, but their mild soondubu was a true mild with just the right amount of seasoning with a gentle kick. The portions here are also more generous than BCD's...the bowl was loaded with tofu and that rich, flavorful broth. Nothing was watered down and every bite was just tasty, umami bliss. I also really loved the galbi ribs, they tasted out of this world and not overly greasy. The portion size was generous too! One thing that stood out to me was how clean and inviting this space was, you can really feel the care and thought that is put into every corner. Atter a meal at BCD, I usually want to head out right away as it's more of a get in & get out experience. But dining at SGD was the opposite! It felt warm, modern, and homey. The vibe makes you want to linger (and also because the service is excellent). For the quality and portions, everything here feels like such a steal. i'm so glad this spot opened close to home, l'll definitely be back!”
Korean · $
16277 Laguna Canyon Road Ste D, Irvine · 6.65 miles
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“Whenever I visit Orange County, I stop by at Annies Table to pickup Korean food back to Arizona. Wonderful Korean Food. I wish I have a place like this back home in Arizona. I have tried a handful dishes recommended by the owner chef, Annie, and they were all really good!!! I recommend this place for a quick bite or togo for any Korean or fusion Korean food in your mind.”
Korean · $$
14250 Culver Drive, Irvine · 10.09 miles
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“Great Korean fried chicken spot in Irvine. Really crispy outside, juicy inside, and not overly greasy. The Padack Crunch Chicken is a must, and the Honey Chicken is perfect if you’re coming with kids. Good place for a casual group dinner — we’ll be back”
Hot Pot · $$
15315 Culver Drive Suite 145, Irvine · 9.84 miles
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“Good food and very friendly environment”
Korean · $$
14370 Culver Drive, Irvine · 10.04 miles
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“Our family loves Kaju food.”
Korean · $$
4515a Campus Drive, Irvine · 8.27 miles
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“walked in figuring it was gonna be just ok, but it was actually so good that im still thinking about it... tofu was perfectly chewy and the sauce had this instant kick... food came out alot faster than I expected, total surprise”
Korean · $$
6725 Quail Hill Parkway, Irvine · 6.69 miles
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“Great pocha spot — loved the late-night energy, string lights, and plastic stool vibes. The pajeon was crispy, the tteokbokki disappeared fast, and the soju cocktails hit just right. Service was quick even on a busy night, portions generous for the price. Perfect for a fun night out with friends — will definitely be back!”
Korean · $$
2750 Alton Parkway, Irvine · 10.3 miles
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“I dropped in late by myself, and the older ladies greeted me warmly. Overall, everything was quite good, but there were a few minor details that could be improved. When ordering the short rib soup, it would be great if they automatically provided an empty bowl and scissors together. Also, since the staff members are older, I felt a bit hesitant to keep calling them over. Installing a call button on each table would make it much more convenient for guests to request extra side dishes or utensils. Since there are about 12 tables, I really hope the owner considers adding table bells. That being said, the staff was so exceptionally kind that it more than made up for these few drawbacks, which is why I’m giving them 5 stars!”
Ice Cream Shop · $
2700 Alton Parkway Suite 125, Irvine · 10.33 miles
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“Delicious ice cream and best red bean paste! We can’t wait to go back!”
Sushi · $$
24338 El Toro Rd B, Laguna Woods · 2.79 miles
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“I stopped in for lunch when I received an unexpected call and had to leave before my food was ready. I asked if I could come back to pick it up to go later and the staff/owner were very accommodating. When I came back later they had even saved my beer for me in the fridge. I wasn't able to eat for a couple hours after I picked it up, but it was still so delicious. I got a combo with 8pc nigiri and a spicy tuna roll. It was awesome. Highly recommend. Thanks Tomo Sushi!”
Korean · $$
14121 Jeffrey Road, Irvine · 9.08 miles
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“とても美味しいスープがお手頃なお値段でいただけます。”
Korean · $$
14171 Jeffrey Road, Irvine · 9.07 miles
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“Such a fun place for Korean BBQ! We ordered a variety of meats, and everything was fresh and flavorful. The beef was tender, juicy, and cooked perfectly on the grill. I really enjoyed having kimchi, vegetables, and bean sprouts grilled alongside the meat. The side dishes were also delicious and complemented the meal very well. Service was quick and attentive, and the restaurant had a nice energetic atmosphere. It was a great dining experience, and I would definitely recommend this place to others.”
Korean · $$
3851 Alton Parkway Ste A, Irvine · 9.37 miles
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“My partner and I got the 돼지갈비 김치찜 Pork Rib Kimchi Hot Pot and it was very delicious! We can’t handle too much spice, so they kindly offered us an extra bowl of bone broth to add in. Service was excellent! We got there just after 6pm on a Friday for dinner and there was no wait even without a reservation. It did get packed around 7pm, but there were still a few tables left. Portions were large so we couldn’t finish, but they offered us to-go containers, which made great leftovers the next day. 10/10”
Korean · $$
13925 Yale Avenue, Irvine · 9.8 miles
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“Their specialty dishes are: 1. Sullungtang: taste amazing and very light. A good meal for winter/ 2. Cold noodle: the best I've tried so far, especially when you get a combo with spicy pork or bulgogi 3. Meat: spicy pork/bulgogi was homemade and were not like other korean restaurants. Taste very delicious!”
Korean · $$
15333 Culver Drive Suite 100, Irvine · 9.79 miles
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“I went to another KBBQ spot down the street and noticed it was not AYCE so I called this place and because we had a huge party, they had no problem setting up the table for us before we got there. I really appreciate the staff being so nice to us and having everything ready for us! 10/10 for the service. As for the food, side dishes are amazing and the kimchi was so fresh mmm! I loved the meat selections that they had to offer and the bangchan side dishes. I appreciate the atmosphere and the vibe too, I feel like more common kbbq spots have minimal lighting in the restaurant but this one was perfect!! I could see all my friends! Left with a full stomach! will definitely come here again!”
Korean · $$
5781 Alton Parkway, Irvine · 7.71 miles
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“Quality meat that’s not frozen. Good ventilation. Prompt service.”
Dessert · $
640 Spectrum Center Drive, Irvine · 5.82 miles
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“Delicious ice cream and best red bean paste! We can’t wait to go back!”
Korean · $
4237 Campus Drive Ste B157, Irvine · 8.64 miles
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“We stopped by after visiting UCI with my family, and we ended up here by chance. I made a mistake with my order, but the staff kindly helped me cancel it without any hesitation. The food was excellent, the prices were great, and the service was incredibly friendly. Highly recommend!”
Korean · $
3825 Alton Parkway, Irvine · 9.5 miles
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“Love this place! The food is always very tasty and flavorful, and the portions are generous. The staff is friendly and welcoming, which makes the experience even better. We love coming here with our family and always leave happy and full. Definitely a go-to spot for us. Highly recommend!”
Korean · $$
4790 Irvine Boulevard Ste 106, Irvine · 10.18 miles
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“If you're in the area and crave Korean food, this place is good enough. It's not amazing but it's also not bad either. A bit pricier compared to other options in my area so I'd personally wouldn't go out of my way to come back unless I happened to be in the area. Ordered extra spicy tofu soup and it was more of a 2.5 ish. Galbitang had some good flavoring. We tried out their new pig trotter salad and it was ok. The light mustardy sauce that came with it was not our preference and the meat was sliced super thin. Based on the amount that was included in the salad, it was maybe 85% veggies with no other seasoning mixed in. The included banchan was sufficient. Kimchi has good flavoring, so did the cucumber and fishcakes”
Japanese Curry · $
15333 Culver Drive Suite 430, Irvine · 9.73 miles
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“This is a great place to pop in for a bite! We were impressed by the quality of food and service. The katsu was delicious 😋 we ordered the pork katsu plates and some sandwiches and appetizers. The seating area inside is small but clean and quiet. It was perfect.”
Cafe · $
15375 Barranca Parkway Ste C101, Irvine · 6.63 miles
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“Love this place! Food is always great. Made fresh. Staff are always nice and give great service. My favorite thing to get here is the TUNA MELT! I am not a fan of tuna at all until I had theirs. There are times where they will run out because they make a certain amount of tuna salad for the day. Not complaining about that, I just know that it was made fresh that day, so I definitely love it! So order ahead by calling in. If you're not a fan of it at all, give any of their sandwiches a try and ask them to add that chipotle sauce, changes everything, you will thank you me later. If you are in the Irvine area, give them a try! Kid-friendliness: They have baby seat chairs for dine-in and kid friendly items as well. Parking: Since this is a small cafe surrounded by business establishments it will be difficult to park but it is fortunate that you do not have to pay for any parking. Usually people come to just pick up and go so parking isn't usually a problem.”
Korean · $$
14805 Jeffrey Rd H, Irvine · 8.65 miles
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“Nice place to hang out with friends”
Korean · $$
15375 Barranca Parkway, Irvine · 6.6 miles
“My firm has been a tenant here for several years and in two different suites. Office rent and ancillary costs are very reasonable, leasing office staff is always helpful and accommodating, and any needed repairs are addressed promptly. 10/10 would highly recommend!”
Hot Pot · $$
4636 Barranca Parkway Ste 4636, Irvine · 8.6 miles
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“very delicious and very economical”
Korean · $$
3825 Alton Parkway, Irvine · 9.45 miles
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“I'm no expert in Korean cold noodles but I found them to be quite delicious. This restaurant is in the middle of an H-Mart food court so the area is crowded and the table cleanliness leaves something to be desired. I felt indecisive between the 물냉면 (cold noodles) and the spicier 비빔냉면 (spicy cold noodles) so the cashier was kind enough to give me spice on the side to add. Thank you! Overall, I was satisfied by the experience and would certainly recommend it to another!”
Korean · $$
2626 Dupont Dr A-20, Irvine · 10.13 miles
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“Good food Good staff Good owner what more do you want !”
Fried chicken takeaway · $$
13955 Yale Ave b, Irvine · 9.82 miles
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“You can tell this is a family owned business that really cares about its quality. All the chicken are freshly fried, that's why there is a bit of a wait. The waffle is actually my favorite, super crispy, best waffles I've had in a while.”
Japanese · $$
15333 Culver Drive Ste 440, Irvine · 9.73 miles
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“i like the food, big serving & it’s worth the price, i hope they willnot increase the price or lessen the service.”
Asian Fusion · $
8685 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine · 5.32 miles
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“Fantastisk spisested. Kunne være fedt at have i Danmark �”
Fast Food · $
2485 Park Avenue, Tustin · 10.66 miles
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“Went with my daughter and mom, we all got something different and all three of us were happy with our selections. I got a spicy dog classic style, it was spicy and delicious. My daughter got the 2 potato with mozzarella, her favorite always, she loved it, and my mom got the mozzarella with ranch, cheesy and delicious. Definitely a place I would eat at again. We sat outside and enjoyed the people watching and nice weather. The young men inside were helpful as my mom and I had never had a Korean corn dog before, but we left full and happy.”
Steak House · $$$
6436 Irvine Boulevard, Irvine · 9 miles
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“Really enjoyed our dinner at Marble. My friend and I ordered the Wagyu steak and short ribs, and both were so good. The meat was really well marbled, juicy, and had great flavor. They also have someone grilling the meat tableside, which made everything super easy. We didn’t have to worry about overcooking anything. The banchan was generous, and the corn salad and bibimbap were probably my favorites. The steamed egg and soup at the end were a nice touch too. The location in Woodbury is convenient, and parking was easy. It’s on the pricier side, but the meat quality was definitely there. We left very full and happy. Definitely a spot I’d come back to when I’m craving Korean BBQ in Irvine.”
Korean · $$$
529 Spectrum Center Drive, Irvine · 5.94 miles
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“Had an amazing experience at Kalbi Social Club! The atmosphere is beautiful, modern, and upscale. The quality of the meats was excellent, and everything tasted fresh and delicious. Their galbi dumplings were a great starter, and the hotteok ice cream was the perfect dessert! The staff was friendly and attentive, making the entire experience even better. Definitely recommend this spot if you’re looking for premium Korean BBQ in Orange County!”
Fast Food · $
22485 El Toro Road Ste C, Lake Forest · 5.2 miles
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“This spot is great for hungry teens or adults to grab an after school snack, dine in, or get a meal to go. \n‘Twas hard to believe the perfectly cooked brown rice and generous portions of my “half and half” bowl—beef n chicken with veggies topped by their Magic Sauce—-totally delicious!”
Fast Food · $
24451 Alicia Pkwy #3, Mission Viejo · 2.7 miles
“Pedro is awesome!! Seriously, he told me straight up for the avocado addon it's half the avocado not just a few slices like some places.. then i was waiting for my order and before i was able to go in to pickup my order, Pedro brought my meal out to my car with everything loaded. They even put the jalepino in my food!!!I thank the chef and everyone else as well for their excellent service!!Forever customer”
Korean barbecue · $
6630 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine · 7.28 miles
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“i like the food, big serving & it’s worth the price, i hope they willnot increase the price or lessen the service.”
Asian Fusion · $$
2819 Main Street, Irvine · 10.07 miles
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“Everything!!! Seriously crunchy wings...double fried I’m guessing? Soy garlic umami goodness. Nom nom! I wish my pillows were filled woth soy garlic glaze, what dreams are made of. So many crispy bits on the crust I swear the wings are the love child of Humpty Dumpty’s fall and a topographical map of Utah. Holy Crunch Batman! “CRUNCH!” CRACK!” “CRISP!” Cool wait staff too. Attentive and they dont disappear for an hour. My glass was always full. Fair prices, the back of house understands portion control. Good beer selection for those who like craft. I’ll definetly come back. Yummy!”
Korean · $$
5408 Walnut Avenue, Irvine · 8.73 miles
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“Actually came in here because the other restaurant I was planning to go had a long wait. This restaurant didn’t look busy at prime dinner time so I was a little reluctant but I only had 1 hour to eat before my next stop. Service was quick and food came out fast. Soft soon tofu soup included everything just like BCD but more variety of banchan. They were very generous with refilling the side dishes too. As I was eating, I noticed they had nonstop takeout orders getting picked up. I got the bulgogi/soon tofu combo. The bulgogi was good and tasted authentic but I think the only miss was the soon tofu soup lacked a bit of umami flavor.”
Fast Food · $
30622 Santa Margarita Pkwy d106, Rancho Santa Margarita · 9.05 miles
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“Nice people, the food was made quickly, hardly had to wait. Very tasty!”
Fast Food · $
8689 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine · 8.19 miles
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“The second flame broiler I have been to. The food is simple and decently healthy. Just meat, rice, and veggies. The flavor is good and does not leave you feeling bloated. The staff are very friendly but the food comes out slowly. Seems like they are not sustainable, only 2 people working and not that busy. The interior is large and clean.”
Fast Food · $
25276 Marguerite Parkway Suite 102, Mission Viejo · 4.33 miles
“This is the friendliest, most service-oriented fast food place in the city. The workers are so much kinder than at any other chain/franchise, and better at creating a welcoming and appetizing environment than any other Flame Broiler location. Sometimes I don't even have to recite my very unique order with special requests. They have never messed up my food and they have never been anything less than pleasant. Special thanks to Steven and Patricia. Flame Broiler as a brand is not going to knock your socks off with exciting flavors; I doubt that's why anyone eats here. But their food, if you tailor it correctly, is nutrient dense and delicious.”
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