“I've got to this place so many times at the service is always good. The prices are there, but the quality of the desert remains consistent. This place is definitely different compared to ice cream spots due to its unique factor of the cone. I have been to multiple locations and I have never been disappointed with the quality of the product.“
“I came here with my girlfriend for soondubu and dolsot bibimbap. It was pretty good, and there's a generous variety of side dishes. However, they give you plain white rice with your soondubu rather than the preferred purple rice. Also, they won't voluntarily refill your side dishes.“
“great food!! door was broken, the waitress is nice, my beef dish was supposed to come with rice cake, but chef forgot it, that was a bummer, they did bring me some boiled rice cake later to put in the pot, but I had to mix it and it didn't have much flavor because the rice cake was not cooked with the food .“
“Very solid Korean cafe!Everything is solid and I was tempted to give this place 5 stars for the Misugaru tea. Top it with Dalgona. Omg amazing. One of the best milk teas around. I’m coming back for that every time.The food is very good. I’d say the fries are every bit better than McD’s fries. They are addictive.The Tanghulu is delicious. They only had Strawberry when we went but I’m sure as seasons change they’ll have others.Give this place a try! Service is great. Kpop on the tele and speakers.It’s fun with great food and drinks.“
“Came for a mid length lunch and was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the fried chicken. Was quite tasty, and I have already recommended this place to friends. I had the secret sauce half and half and the fries were very tasty. Also came with two dumplings which were a pleasant extra surprise.“
“Tiny spot, not much seating, but the food was very special. I had an original Koja, Korean short rib meat in a crispy rice “bun”. So very tasty, although the meat was a bit tough. My daughter had the ahi tuna salad, she enjoyed it, lots of good things in there. My wife had a wonder pork taco. We shared an order of Korean chicken wings, great flavor but a bit dry. I wish they had a restaurant near where I lived, I would definitely eat here more often! Lots of free parking in the parking garage.“
“This place is really nice. It's not perfect, but it's good for the price; the food is good, and the service is nice. You can get your own banchan (sides) but it's not always the same banchan available (and again, ymmv when it comes to quality depending on your taste).My favorite cuts are the pork belly (we really like the Hawaiian Pork Belly and the Garlic Pork Belly), pork jowl (cheek), and beef bulgolgi (again, the Hawaiian one is great). Also good are the shrimp and the baby octopus, we had both the regular and the spicy for both seafood.“
“Wow ive never had korean chicken . It did take a little while to get the to go order about 30 min but so worth it. The chicken has lots of flavor super moist great crunch. I was worried it may be spicy nope its perfect. Cheese balls also great crips outside super soft inside slightly “
“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.“
“My friend was hyping this place up so I decided to see if he spoke some truth to his statements. It didn't disappoint, but it didn't hit it out of the park either. Interior is very presentable. Clean and new. There are a lot of choices to pick from, but you get a limited quantity per category. You have their base, two base toppings, two scoops of protein, five toppings, two sauces (unfortunate), and then two sprinkles. The taste of the fish by itself is okay. Sauce is really good though. I was surprised at how much it was (about $3 more than what I'm used to paying) but their portions are very generous. I could not finish my bowl in one sitting when I always do. Hopefully the next time I come back, I'd find my go-to recipe!“
“Ordered the tofu dolsot bibimbap - the rice was perfectly crispy, and toppings were flavorful and delicious.The restaurant is small with a comfortable, casual vibe. We came on a Friday night around 6pm and were seated immediately, by the time we left an ~hour later all the tables were full. Service was friendly and attentive - would come back here in a heartbeat!Vegetarian options: Lots of options to get various dishes with tofu or veggies“
“I’m a sucker for a solid rice bowl/plate. This spot did not disappoint! Got their spicy pork and enjoyed their generous portions. Delicious seasoning/sauce with Gochujang and other good stuff.The owners are very passionate and attentive. Will be coming back!“
“Higher-end, likely one of the best Korean BBQ places in Silicon Valley! Stylish decoration and ambiance are appropriate for the cuisine and culture. Good service with refills on side dishes. Beyond the barbecue, a-la-carte items are good also with no skipping on the ingredients!“
“Stopped by between errands this rainy day, got gyoza, Kim chee pancake (wow!), bulgogi beef, spicy chicken. Fantastic, rice in little containers, and the side pickle plates (kim chee, potato, bean sprouts, and cucumbers slices) in sealed film lil boxes make a delightful presentation back home. Folks who think fluffy pancakes are going to taste floury are flat out WRONG. This isn't your childhood bisquik, this is magnificent and tasty in every bite. Under the ten minute estimated wait, thank you? We've been here once before and will come again!“
“Originally found this place on doordash, then we started eating in the restaurant. When the cuts of fish are good this sushi place is amazing. Portions are good, prices are competitive, bathroom is clean. Would recommend. I suggest the Cali Deluxe roll as it's a hidden sleeper. Enjoy!Vegetarian options: They have a vegetarian section of the menu.Dietary restrictions: They will remove items from rolls.Parking: There are only a handful of spots in the back of their small lot. Good luck.Kid-friendliness: A general restaurant, normal chairs.Wheelchair accessibility: No stairs to entry.“
“Great service and speed!! Food tasted great. Would definitely come again. Got the cold noodles and beef soup. The sides tasted great as well but a little spicy.I feel like it was a little more expensive than normal but I feel like all the Korean restaurants in the area have started to cost moreAlso there's a lot of parking compared to the other places in the area“
“The chicken is so good and made fresh to order. It's hot as hell but I would rather have that than mediocre chicken. Juicy on the inside crispy in the outside just like how it should be! The self serve kiosks are great! Not that I don't like talking to people but it enhances the Korean experience, if you know, you know. Appreciate how hard the guy works and effort he puts into the food, also very nice with a huge smile on his face. The food definitely reflects his efforts. Will return with more friends and family next time. Thank you!“
“Absolutely delicious soon dobu!! I ordered the combination soondobu which comes with beef and seafood. The soup broth was incredibly flavourful and delicious and they give tons of tofu in the soup! I especially love how they let you select your spice level. Along with the soup you get a bowl of purple rice and of course side dishes! The dishes were amazing especially the kelp noodles and they're unlimited. The staff is super sweet constantly refilling the side dishes and making sure those with dietary restrictions know what they can/cannot eat. I recommend coming here a bit earlier than the regular lunch rush because it gets VERY VERY busy and parking is limited“
“(Jungkook voiceover) The vibe is fab chicken place. Music vids rock! Right smack dab in the middle of Sunnyvale. Mariana warmly greeted us. She is super friendly! We got the Chicken wings Secret Sauce. That crispy batter. Sweet. Tangy. Mystery. Maybe a hint of orange. Finger licking goodiness! Chicken wings Soy Garlic. Scrumptuous like the IG model who loved them. Yum! Pickedl Radish. Nice contrast! Cute cubes. Strawberry Lemonade. Wow. Tart. Liquid Death Convicted Melon. Good. No sugar! Sooooo fricken' chicken delish! Would order everythin' again! Woohoo“
“The braised ribs are delicious, but expensive. The msg flavor of the soup was too strong. It's difficult to order by phone. The staff did not even accept Junhwawa. Do you feel like business is so good that you don’t need to receive it?“
“If you’re craving Korean Fried Chicken then head over to Kokodek, it is phenomenal! Chicken breading is extra crisp, not too thick, and the sauce flavors are great and well complimented by garnishes. Don’t sleep on the spam musubi, it’s bursting with flavor. Staff are incredibly welcoming ?“
“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.“
“Embarked on our first Korean restaurant experience, and it turned out to be a delightful surprise. The staff's hospitality was exceptional. Opted for something new and were thoroughly satisfied with our choices—crab soft tofu and stir-fried udon for two. The array of sides accompanying the soft tofu was already overwhelming—included rice, egg, noodles, sprouts, kimchi, squid pickle, potato, and carrot. The soft tofu, served sizzling in a cast iron bowl, was flavorful and featured perfectly cooked crab. The stir-fried udon was a culinary delight, bursting with the right flavors. Despite being too full, we had to pack it to go. Highly recommend this restaurant to satiate your taste buds.Note that hot was good enough for stir fried udon but on the spicier side for soft tofu. Choose the spiciness accordingly.“
“Parking: Probably at least 30 slots in close proximity. The place is in a strip mall so there are plenty more if you are willing to park and walk about 50 yards moreKid-friendliness: Definitely family friendly, but can require a wait if you are coming at peak times.“
“3 people who eat more than average were very full. We ordered 2 noodles and Korean potstickers. Total of $36. The noodles were chewy and the potstickers were very crispy, hot and still juicy inside. Next time I would try the black bean sauce with the rice and omlette instead of noodles.Service was friendly, fast, and took time to help us.“
“Taste 5/5 (love the red bean), Health 2/5, Location 5/5 (downtown Palo Alto retail), Interior 4/5 (fine, but no place to sit), Cleanliness 5/5, Overall Value 4/5 (actually prices are quite reasonable for the unique product and good location for a stroll). Please ? this review if helpful, or accurate. ?Thx!“
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“Amazing food as always. Cool robots that bring out your food too! I love that it serves comfort food and alcohol at the same time rather than just bar food.Parking: Parking spots are tight if you have a big vehicle and usually crowded but people come and go very quickly so you can always find a spot opening up by circling around.“
“The food was very good. They were very generous on the side dishes.I also love their barley tea. We ordered the seafood pancake, spicy pork ribs, and the fried fish. It come with rice too. Everything was almost half gone and that's how good it was. I recommend coming here.“
“I got the March menu, and the highlights of the menu were the chicken breast wrapped in chicken mousse and raw wagyu salad. The other items were fine but not quite memorable. I would suggest to skip the add on caviar since it does not add much for the cost. Wine is delicious. Service is decent. The team is small but efficient. The space is also small, and the restroom is in a different facility. Overall, the experience was pleasant. However, the price for my dinner including wines and add on is on par with one Michelin star places. And I find that a little over priced.“
“A good snack restaurant to taste Korean snack food. The generous service and delicious cooking skills of the friendly owner are additional features. The price is very reasonable and it is individually packaged so you can buy pre-cooked Korean food and eat it at home. The kimbap is excellent, and the signature bean noodles, which are only available in the summer, are also the best. This is the only Korean restaurant in San Jose where you can taste instant tteokbokki.“
“This is an all-you-can-eat restaurant where you have a hot-pot and Korean BBQ on the same table. It is possible to add your party to the waitlist using the Yelp app or at the restaurant. You will get a fair accurate estimate of your wait time. Each person can order a soup base. The menu is extensive with excellent selections of meat, seafood, vegetables, sides and dim-sum. There is a 90 minute time limit. Service is attentive and quick.“
“Came here last weekend and have to say I'm really happy with the quality of food! Their service wasn't bad and could use some work but the ladies here are all very sweet and give you instructions on how to eat if you don't look Korean, which always find funny. It's a medium sized place with some bench seating and very chill/relaxed vibe.Usually galbi tends to be on the sweet side and since I'm more low sugar the last few years, things tend to be even more sweet but their galbi was just a little sweet, which was great. It really allows you to taste the quality of the meat and get more of the smoky taste.The banchan (side dishes) were also excellent and tend to judge Korean restaurants on the quality of variety of their banchan and they definitely had some great options. In all, they provide 8, with the sweet potatoes, spicy eggplant, and spicy bean sprouts being some of my favorites.Also got the army stew, which they call hotpot here and man is it huge. They said it's good for 2-3 people but feel like it's got to be 3 really hungry people with this being the only thing you order!I definitely want to come back and try their chicken wings as many other tables ordered them and it looked good.Parking: In a shopping center so lots of available parking“
“The Beef Rib Udon at Hanabi Sushi is a must-try! The broth is rich and flavorful, the noodles are perfectly cooked, and the beef ribs are incredibly tender. The portions are generous and the service is always friendly. This has become my go-to spot for a satisfying and delicious meal!“
“Delicious tofu soup (highly recommend the sausage and spam), beef bulgogi, and decent banchan. I do wish they would rotate their banchan but on the other hand, it's consistent. The grilled mackerel is also good but suggest you share it because 3 mackerels for dinner for one person is a lot. Always busy here after 6pm which adds to the atmosphere.“
“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.“
“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.“
“Nice hole in the wall spot for a busy plaza.We came by for a late dinner around 8:30PM. No one was there when we ordered, but halfway through our meal, a few other folks had dined in.We ordered two tofu stews, one beef and one seafood. Good tofu stews. Sides were good and staff was friendly to refill.Parking can definitely be busy during peak hours.“
“Tried the soft tofu (fish egg) for the first time and was amazed with it. Also the supplement dishes on the table were amazing without exception. Note: medium spice is good enough, anything higher might overwhelm you but decide for yourself of “
“I ate the pork set (jeongjeongsal + pork belly + seasoned pork neck)! It said it was for 2-3 people, but it was enough to feed 4 people. I was impressed because it felt like I ate it in Korea... and the price isn't that expensive.ㅡIt was so delicious that I went again the next day, and this time they also grilled kimchi next to the pork belly... It was really good.“
“Food is delicious! taste like home made, very flavorful and authentic. Jini gives you a very welcome service and dedication. Definitely looking forward to coming back. Her Kimbap is phenomenal and Tteokbokki with cheese and mandu is sooo good.“
“Happened upon the restaurant when we were on the hunt for good Korean BBQ. The atmosphere is understated, but food and service was amazing. Truly! The beef was so tender and the banchan was A+. There were 3 very kind employees (owners?) who were so attentive and made it a very enjoyable experience.“
“Dined in at Roll House today and it does not disappoint! It's called roll house for a reason because their rolls we amazing! So fresh and perfectly seasoned. The rolls were also huge (as seen in the picture) and there were tons of options. We tried the half and half and did a split of the spicy pork and veggie roll. I liked the veggie roll better because the seasoning on the pork one made the pork not taste like pork? We also ordered the spicy cheese tteokbokki with dumplings and blood sausage, as well as the beef short rib with rice and vegetables on the sizzling plate. The ribs were sooooo tender and flavourfull, but had a little too much cartilage on them. Portions here are huge but makes sense considering the price. Will definitely be back to try more rolls!“
“I have been here several times.It is Korean BBQ and regular traditional food. I like the steamed eggs, fried rice and the rice cake.Nice side dishes ，and delicious beef smll intestine .If you are finding a place to gather with your friend or family，it is a good place！Btw, Korean aunties were really nice, they always came to check us if we needed something and helped us grill the meat:)“
“I've been eating here for a couple years and I've always enjoyed their food. I usually get the chicken chow mein but I've been changing it up sometimes. The fried meat dumplings were very good, especially in sweet and sour sauce, along with the egg rolls.“
“Seafood Tofu is pretty good. I always get spicy for my soup and they make it spicy enough for the kick and not overpowering. The broth had the right taste of the cooked seafood of shrimp and clams. They add on egg that pretty much cook though so breaking the yolk wasn't possible. Maybe I'll ask them to stir it next time or leave it out. It comes with purple rice and add an order of spicy cucumber cause I didn't see Kim Chi on machine to order. I'd definitely be coming back.“
“Went here for lunch. Got the Hot Stone - Chicken and Shrimp with Brown rice.As the name suggests, the bowl was super hot (almost sizzling) which enhanced the taste of the food.The chicken and shrimp were very tasty and the food was hot till the last bite.Loved the crispy brown rice that got stuck to the stone :DFor obvious reasons the hot stone is available when you dine is, so would recommend eating here to get a better experience.“
“Chicken ginseng soup was exactly what I was looking for on a cold day. Portion is enough for 2 people. A whole spring chicken with stuffed sticky rice. Chicken slightly on the dry side. The side portion of clear noodles was chewy. The menu is pretty small, specializing in chicken soup. Not too ideal for vegetarians.“
“This is my new favorite Korean place after my first lunch visit. Parking is not difficult inside a plaza. The odd green and white banner sign makes it easy to spot. Once inside, the decoration is comfortable with Korean elements but not overly exaggerated or extravagant. It feels earthy, down-to-earth, and calm. The menu has a broad range of Korean food, and Sot Bap is the first time I have seen it in the Bay Area! It's kind of like Chinese clay pot rice, but it's cooked differently with different cooking devices. We were served hot tea, and our waitress was courteous, making eye contact and smiling. We were not rushed at the end of the meal and stayed chatting even after we finished eating. The 6 banchan we had were tofu and soybean sprouts, kimchi, broccolini with sesame seeds, pickled radish, macaroni pasta with corn and ham salad, and a spicy-looking bean paste. I like that the selection was evenly split between spicy and non-spicy options. I do hope the Banchan replacement is more frequent (we did not get any). We ordered Seafood Pancake and brisket Sot Bap. The seafood pancake is not as doughy or thick as what I used to see, but it is flavorful, not greasy, and the dipping sauce gave it a flavor up-pick without going spicy. It's good. The brisket sot bap came with a seaweed soup that is flavorful with some peppery kicks, a hot metal container with rice at the bottom, and all ingredients on the top (pickled yellow-reddish, dried dates slices, thin brisket slices. I was hoping the briskets would be in thicker cuts; however, they are very soft and mixed well with the rice. They also give you a sauce, which is sesame oil and soy sauce, and ask you to mix it in the rice bit by bit. Unlike the Chinese clay pot rice, this metal pot is super deep! I had to really dig and stir to mix it well, and I was a bit worried that there was not enough sauce to go with the rice. Luckily, the rice tasted with flavors (not sure if it was preseasoned or from the limited sauce). The dish was delicious to an Asian stomach, and by the time we dug to the bottom of the rice, a nice layer of crisp had formed, just like the Chinese clay pot rice. I wish they throw in an egg for this kind of dish, which they do, but with $2 extra. At the end, they gave out a small Korean cookie to complete the meal. The cookie is a bit sticky and not my liking. I would happily take the Yakult. In all considerations, my first visit was almost flawless and I am already planning a second visit with my family.“
“Nice small Korean takeout spot. It's never crowded when I go and they get the food out really fast. Place as limited seating and parking. The plaza is really popular.The food taste good with decent portions. It's in the cheaper side too. As a college student I like to go here. There's also a lot of desert places and a cafe near by too.It's p lowkey I don't know many people that go here and it's not busy.“
“Great atmosphere for a date night! We ordered the salmon tartare, rose tteokbokki, and kfc cauliflower for appetizers. All of them were great but I was most impressed by the tteokbokki!We followed with the short ribs and the basque cheesecake dessert. They were good but the appetizers were more impressive. I was also disappointed that they no longer did the sweet potato chiffon cake :(“