17 Best Korean Restaurants in Fullerton

“First time to my sound chicken with friends the service was excellent , she (the Manager) is very friendly and helpful. The fired chicken are so good crunchy and the french fried so tasty. Definitely will come back highly recommend . A+++++“

“I am a first-generation Korean who visits Korea often. This place has become our go-to spot for Korean food (my husband who is 5th generation Californian).
- Tasty: Even my picky 80 years old uncle loves their food.
- Fresh ingredients: No frozen, no old ingredients
- They don't cut corners. For instance, one of favorite Korean dishes is stir-fried squid (calamari), which HamaHippo makes exceptionally well (try it with noodles if you can take gluten) - tasty and generous with the portion of squid. They close on Sunday but I needed to go out for a dinner, so I went to my former go-to Korean restaurant and ordered the same dish. Most of the dish was noodle with very little, not-well thawed squid. After visiting my former go-to Korean restaurant, I appreciate the food quality of HamaHippo even more. Another example, when you order Bibimbap, you will get variety of fresh, generous portion of vegetables.
- Super reasonable prices, especially considering how fresh the ingredients are.

Vegetarian options: I am a pescatarian. The owner says they can make any dish vegetarian-friendly, even vegan. For example, in my case, when I ordered Bibim Naeng Myun in a hot day, I asked if it was vegetarian. They usually use beef broth for the sauce but accommodated my dietary choice by bringing the beef broth separately, which my friend enjoyed. The dish was delicious.“

“I love wings! So when a Coworker brought me to this place and I was a bit skeptical but was ultimately blown away. They didn't have the flavors I'm used to but the ones they did have were terrific!
First time trying sweet and spicy and first time trying Mango Cart beer. The mix was delicious can't wait to go back.

Parking: Shared Plaza parking, had no issue finding a sopt right in front on a Friday evening.“

“great food and prices, service was awesome“

“This lunch price is reasonable. These days, Korean food prices are way overpriced.

I went there for lunch recently for the first time in years, and the prices were the same as 7–8 years ago. The free side dishes were also delicious.

These days, dining out is so expensive that it's hard to choose a restaurant, but I think the owner made a very wise decision. When you live generously and share with others, you'll be blessed and make plenty of money.

They’ve brought back the original flavors, and the service was great too. I’ll always be happy to open my wallet for food like this. Try having a bowl of soondae soup with a shot of soju, like you see on Korean TV — it’s the true taste of Korea.

Pork soup not familiar to foreigners
Koreans often eat it and often eat it as a snack with alcohol.A clean and relatively friendly restaurant. Kimchi and Kkakdugi are delicious
It is a food very closely related to Korean culture.“

“So does your policy of a minimum of 2 people eating extend to senior citizens who may not have anyone to dine with???? Shame on you for turning away a paying customer…“

“I love there rice wing. I don’t come here often but when I do come down to Fullerton. I always try to order the wing because it so crispy and so good. It’s one of the chicken place I would die for. Sooooooo delicious“

“This cute little place is amazing, authentic Korean BBQ and so much more! Tofu soup, banchan, various meats like Bulgolgi and boiled pork belly for wraps with lettuce, Napa and other lovely vegetables. Kalbi was so amazingly delicious! Complimentary seafood pancake served as an appetizer. You must try this! Oh and raw spicy marinated crabs. Exotic!



Parking: A small lot next to the restaurant, but a huge lot right next to the small one. We had plenty of great parking for our family.“

“I bought old-fashioned sausage, spam kimbap, and tofu sushi, and it was really delicious haha. It's a dish that my father approved of 👍👍!!! For reference, my father is the person in charge of in-flight meals at Korean Air. This is the first time my father approves of food😀👍“

“Just had my first experience here. Got the teobokki, and it was better than Busan 포장마차. Perilla leaf and radish soup reminded me of the home cooked meals I had at my grandma’s Korean countryside home. The pork in the lunch dosirak had a rich smoky flavor that was so delicious! Love this place and will be returning weekly.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️If you're looking for the *ultimate fast-casual dining experience*, this Flame Broiler in Fullerton, CA, is hands-down the *best*! From the *freshest vegetables* to the *perfectly cooked beef and chicken*, every bite screams quality. The *daily prep of fresh ingredients* ensures you’re getting food that’s as *healthy* as it is *delicious*. No need to meal prep when you’ve got options like *white or brown rice* and a variety of *mouthwatering proteins*—it’s *fast food done right*!

The restaurant is *spotlessly clean*, and the *family-owned* vibe adds a special touch. The staff is *top-notch*, friendly, and attentive, making every visit a pleasure. I was so impressed with how this place is run that I asked to speak to the manager, Jeremy. He and his family own this gem, and Jeremy’s *smart, articulate, and customer-focused* approach truly makes him a standout. His passion for delivering a *fantastic value* and an *unforgettable dining experience* shines through.

Whether you're a local or just passing through, this Flame Broiler is a *must-visit*. It’s the *freshest*, *most flavorful*, and *best-value* spot for a quick, healthy meal. Highly recommend!“

“(Translated by Google) This place sells really good agricultural and marine products and the owner is very kind. I went to buy a bag of pancakes and then bought a box.(Original)이곳은정말좋은농수산물을판매하고주인아저씨는참 친절하다.팽떡한봉지사러갔다가한박스사온 ..정말 입에서 살살 녹는다“

“Super fast and friendly service. It's always so yummy eating at this place with my two girls and their cousins. Super easy access to the restaurant! Noodles and their mandu are so good - actually all their menu items are so delicious! Can't wait until we try again next time.“

“So does your policy of a minimum of 2 people eating extend to senior citizens who may not have anyone to dine with???? Shame on you for turning away a paying customer…“

“The few times I've had Flame Broilers have always been good, healthy choice of food. Simply flavored protein with blanched veggies and rice with a little raw green onions on top for freshness. I mean it's nothing to rave about, but solid healthy option when you haven't packed lunch. If you eat it rationally, you shouldn't be left feeling like it lacked in any category of meat, veggie flavor, or carb. Solid all around healthy fast food.“

“I had gotten the chicken ginseng soup and although the wait was a bit long, it was definitely worth the wait. They packaged up the food so well and gave side dishes such as rice, kimchi, spicy fish cake and etc.The soup was a life changing experience, it was like soothing to my core and left me feeling fulfilled. My emotions were calm after eating the soup. In the soup. There was a whole small chicken and stuffed with dates, and rice. The rice inside the chicken became almost creamy like congee and was the star of the show, to me. The chicken was tender and light on my stomach and the side dishes paired well with the entire meal. I look forward to coming back to this restaurant and trying more dishes.“

“Food and service are all good, but the surroundings are not so good. There is no parking, and there is a laundry and liquor store next to it, so the environment is not very good and there is not much parking. The egg kimbap was generous, soft, and delicious.

Parking: It's not very nice to have Liquor and Laundry next to it.“