50 Best Korean Restaurants near Laguna Hills

“Well originally I didn’t like going to this place because the front person was not very friendly. However we decided to give this place another chance when they introduced their new spicy flavor. Now we either order it online or subversive will go and pick up our order because the new flavor is delicious. It has become our new work favorite.“

“Umma's K-BBQ is delicious and does not disappoint! Orders (both regular and mini) are generous in size and extremely flavorful. Pricing is what you'd expect for the area (unfortunately). I've ordered: Chicken Katsu 4/5 BBQ Beef 4/5 Spicy Pork 4/5 Meat Jun 4.5/5 Mac Salad 5/5 Spicy Cucumbers 5/5 Spicy Kim Chi 5/5 Glass Noodles 5/5 Seasoned Tofu 4.5/5 Fish Cake 3.5/5 Brown rice base 3/5 Seasoned cabbage base 5/5 TIP: Order on DoorDash during Happy Hour (Mon-Fri between 2PM-5PM) for 30% off - up to $7.00.“

“It was just so delicious. The tteokbokki was delicious and very similar to the taste I had in Korea, and the sundae seemed to be the best among the ones I had in America. When eating sundae in the U.S., most of the time it was dry or cold and tasteless, but it was really delicious. I highly recommend it if you want to experience the taste of Korean snacks. The food court was also in Korean style, so the atmosphere was nice. I'm eating well.“

“this is a solid all you can eat shabu spot!great food choices, and it all looked very fresh. they were great about constantly checking to see if you need anymore broth or meat. it has some of the best broths we've ever had at a Shabu place. Definitely worth trying! it can get busy so join the Yelp waitlist if you can.“

“I've visited Zip Korean bbq several times now, whether with my boyfriend or family, and each visit has been consistently great. Atmosphere is good and the service is excellent. The quality of the meats and food is always delicious. I highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a great ayce spot.“

“Been bringing all my friends here to try Korean food! This is the only Korean spot i've gone to where the food isn't super spicy. I personally love spicy but my friends don't, so it works out for me.I've gone 4 times now. I love it here. It's small, cozy and bright. The service is outstanding. they are so attentive and ready to help. I always get the Rose Ddeok-Bokki (rice cakes in rose sauce) it's delicious, I recommend you add the ramen noodles. Also the Tuna Hanbop rolls to dip in the Rose sauce YUM!The only thing I wish is they were open longer LOL. At first I tried to come two times and found out they close midday 3-5pm and Sundays they are closed. 11am-3pm ; 5-8pm - such short hours for deliciousness, but you can really taste the quality.Wheelchair accessibility: there are tables you can use that you can easily remove a chair to replace with a wheelchair. cozy but not small enough to not fit“

“We ordered the upside down ahboong with milk and ube soft serve. It was ridiculously delicious with the custard filling and the taiyaki was crispy.The staff provided excellent service despite it being insanely busy for a Saturday evening. There was a line out the door the entire night!I love that they offer a half strawberry as a topping option since we didn’t get any additional crushed toppings.Highly recommend this spot and would come back!“

“I feel like I've found the golden egg! We are from Hawaii and a dish I been missing was meat Jun, Hana definitely hit the spot. We got take out and there was no bumps in the road, in and out. The meat Jun was tasty and not dry, it was a lot of bang for the buck. Can't wait to come back and try other dishes“

“Was very delicious and fresh. My fiancé and i tried it for the first time while out in irvine and the employee was very kind when it came to answering questions that we had on menu items. when we got there it wasn't too busy and there was a few areas to sit inside but many outside. Food was great definitely recommend.“

“Foodie living in Irvine for 6 years. I've gone to many barbecue places including both Japanese and Korean. But this place always has a special place in my heart Our go-to Korean barbecue in OC!!! We love it because the beef is so fresh. Their Kimchi soup is the best. Everything is so clean and not greasy at all! Highly recommend it! Service is amazing too! Feel very welcomed.“

“Ube and Matcha Marvels!Tried Ube and Matcha at this ice cream spot, and even as a non-matcha fan, I was pleasantly surprised. Both flavors were delightful—Ube was rich, Matcha was surprisingly good. Highly recommend checking them out for a unique and tasty ice cream experience!“

“I recently dined at Dada Shabu Shabu and it was nothing short of amazing. The cozy atmosphere paired with exceptional shabu shabu, where the broth and fresh ingredients did all the talking, made my meal memorable. The staff’s warmth and attentiveness added to the experience, making me feel right at home. This place is a true hidden gem that I can’t recommend enough!“

“Jay and Tom were super friendly and helped explain how to use the device because it was in Korean. It also helped that they had another paper in English. We asked for help with connecting bluetooth which Jay helped us through every step! The room prices were a bit on the higher end but definitely will be back! Friendly place with good vibes.“

“A very authentic Korean restaurant in the United States..Located next to H mart! Every time I pass by, I see a lot of people!I went there specifically at noon today to put on the waiting list. I was seated in less than 10 minutes. The staff in the restaurant were very enthusiastic and took good care of me!We ordered many dishes…❤️Bibimbap+BeefThe sauce for bibimbap is separated, so we can add it ourselves! This is very considerate. You can decide whether it is salty or not. The beef part is very tender. Some of the ones added to the stone pot may become too old, but theirs will not and the marinade is very delicious!❤️Seafood Silky TofuThe eggs in the tofu hot pot are put in after being served. The soup is very fresh and the tofu is very tender! Paired with hot half-boiled eggs~it feels great!❤️Roast BeefThe roast beef is just like the beef in bibimbap, it's really tender and it's really great when paired with rice.❤️Fried yellow croakerIn fact, the small fish that comes with the meal is more delicious, but this one is still fried very well ~ the fish is very tender!❤️Seafood pancakesIt's great to be able to eat seafood pancakes like this in the United States. It's a very authentic seafood pancake. Except that the amount of seafood is slightly less... the taste is really great!If you have the opportunity to come back, you can really come here when you miss Korean food~ I think it is a good choice when you miss Korean food while living in the United States!“

“They Finally opened one closer to me. I've made the drive to ktown to CHD but Im in SD Thankfully i can make the drive up almost every weekend to OC for some of this good stuff. Love your dumplings and soups. Also great to be able to pickup frozen packs to take home and cook“

“Came here for lunch special with my dad. Only one order allowed per person for $11.92 each. We got the spicy story fried pork and the seafood tofu. Both were excellent and quite spicy!! The waitress working there was the nicest person ever. Like over the top service and quality. Very clean and empty when we came during opening hours.“

“Amazing ? ?We went on a rainy day, and I craved heartwarming food. The service here was supper friendly. We were standing outside, trying to figure out what they sold. The guy came out with the menu. He also helped us order. We have the pork belly and beef noodles. Both were very tasty and not dealy spicy. Kimchi is 10 out of 10 ? The restaurant is full of Kpop atmosphere. They really fulfill my craving after watching k drama.“

“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!“

“We were craving Korean soup and we're happy to find this place on Yelp. Got the galbi tang and spicy soondae soup. The galbi tang comes with a good amount of meat and the broth is light yet flavorful. The spicy soondae soup had a nice kick to it and contained a bunch of meat and soondae in the soup. The radish kimchi side dish was one of the best I've eaten as well. Service was attentive and the food came out quickly too. Would 100% come back!“

“Great selection of different dishes. Good tasting food. Good portion size to price ratio. It would be beneficial if the menu had descriptions though2nd visit:Great service. They gave us a basket of fries on the house. The large fried chicken basket is expensive but huge. Easily enough for two or three people“

“We ordered the extra mild Yup O with extra mozzarella cheese and deep fried spam with a side of the tuna mayo rice. Extra mild was great for someone like me who likes spice but doesn't have the best spice tolerance (though you'll need some tolerance to eat at Yup Dduk)! Yup O had more fish cakes than rice cakes, which was the perfect balance for my preferences. It was also my first time here, and the spice level was the right amount of spice, as expected. Service was not bad. The restaurant space is on the smaller side. We got to the restaurant right before another party, and the wait for them would've been another 20-30 minutes, but they ended up doing take out. Ambiance was super casual - the front was playing korean songs and the back was playing spanish songs. Love both types of music but this is definitely a more casual spot.“

“I live very close to this restaurant and occasionally I get a hankering for some good sushi. I do like how fresh their sushi is and it tastes pretty clean to me. I usually do takeout and it's ready in 10 or 15 minutes. I think this restaurant does a good business, especially on the takeout and while the Atmosphere is a little cold, I've even eaten here before but it is small. They do, however, have s sushi bar.“

“Great kbbq. We came for dinner on Sunday, there was a little wait. The environment is nice, the bar with grill is cool. There are many food options and the meat quality is good. The food came really fast because all you need to do is order thru the phone by scanning the QR code and the food was delivered by "robot", so no need to nonstop asking for more to people. The down side for that is there are not much engagement from real people, so sometimes you would have to asking for new grill, water, etc. It is a great place overall, definitely will come again“

“Best (non BBQ) Korean food in Orange County! The food is fantastic! It is made fresh every time, so it is well worth the short wait.It gets busy for lunch during the week so I would go at slightly off hours. Also, they have great coffee and Boba!“

“Delicious foods with very good service! Noble and nice ambiance! Food There are mouthwatering meat with heartwarming tofu soup and delicious salad with such good delicious side dishes. Service All servers are super nice. They are asking if any side dishes are needed. Before asking the servers to bring more side dishes, I find out more salad and side dishes. Environment What a clean and noble environment it is! Overall This is my go-to K-BBQ place. If you are in the area, definitely check it out!“

“Kyodong Noodles is a gem in the food court, offering superb noodles in a clean, inviting space. The noodles are flavorful and cooked to perfection, catering to all tastes with options like ramen, udon, and soba. Despite difficulties hearing order numbers in the bustling environment, the dining experience is unforgettable. While prices may seem a bit high for a food court, the quality justifies it. Overall, Kyodong Noodles is a must-visit for noodle lovers seeking a satisfying meal.“

“The meat quality is top-tier, and the AYCE price is relatively cheap considering its in Irvine. Our server was quick and attentive, responding to our request in time. The only thing I think this restaurant can be improve is the Yelp reservation system, we are in waitlist #4, but after few minutes, we became #8 spot. We asked the front server about his, and he quickly find us a table when its vacant.“

“Took my friend here as she wanted shabu/hot pot. Very clean place with a good selection of seafood, veggies and hot pot items like fish balls, fish tofu and the wide hot pot noodles! I feel like the soup bases can improve a bit. Love the built in induction plate on the table where you get to control the temp yourself. I also enjoyed the hot foods selection! Another great dinner at dpot. Staff was friendly and had no wait on a Tuesday night!“

“I went to Irvine with my friend for some errands and we were wondering what to have for lunch, so we searched on Google. We were craving Korean food, and there was a place nearby called Tang & Tang, so we decided to give it a try. The interior was really clean and nice, which immediately put us in a good mood! We ordered tonkatsu and galbijjim (not spicy). Oh my, the tonkatsu was absolutely delicious! It was unlike any other tonkatsu I’ve had before, so I definitely thought about coming back again. We ordered the galbijjim not spicy this time, but next time I think we’ll try it a bit spicier! The female staff was also very nice and friendly, and we left feeling really happy until the end of our meal!“

“Very genuine Korean fried chicken it was!I was very satisfied with this whole chicken, I missed it so much!I loved they also give side dishes too.Those radish pickle and cabbage salad♥︎♡♥︎♡ very refreshing!I ordered additional dipping sauce($2) and it was tasty too!I can recommend this place :)“

“This was our first time coming here and it was legitimately some of the best late night food I've had. We came in pretty late and ordered chicken, fries, and shrimp dishes and that was more than enough for our group. The service was excellent and I'd highly recommend this place to anyone. I will for sure be back with other people.“

“We finally had a chance to dine at, Kaju Soft Tofu, in Irvine. I was so happy to see that there was a waitlist I could join on Yelp. As everyone here knows, BCD Tofu, is very similar to this place, but you cannot add yourself to the waitlist until you get there, and the wait could be ridiculously long. That's a bit inconvenient in my opinion. When we were seated, the staff member politely asked if they could take my crutches for me as they saw that I had been injured. They were attentive to us the entire time. We never ran out of water, and our side dishes were always refilled. A note, they don't give you your ban chan until your food arrives there. This was different for me, as I'm used to ban chan already on the table by the time that you get to your seat or immediately after getting seated. What we ordered: all came with rice 1) Galbi Tofu Soup - mild (hubby can't handle much spice) What a chicken. JUST KIDDING, sort of. 2) Oyster Tofu Soup - spicy for me. I could've probably had very spicy. Its seems my heat tolerance has gotten higher. 3) Dumpling tofu soup - white. Meaning no spice for my kid. 4) Two orders of the Galbi short ribs While we waited for our food, a robot came to our table. Let me tell you...the look of confusion and What the F do I do was on my face. LOL. I had to nervously laugh to myself because I didn't know if I was supposed to retrieve the food myself...or wait for the service staff. FYI, they'll come grab the food and place it at your table for you. Everything was absolutely delicious. I couldn't tell a difference between Kaju vs BCD, honestly. The only difference would've been the sides. Here they had jap chae, BCD has the fish cake. All other sides were the same and their kimchi was also VERY good. I don't eat kimchi from anywhere but BCD, but I will eat Kaju's because it's that tasty. Overall, definitely 5 stars for the great service, delicious food, ban chan, AND the fact that I can put myself on their waitlist on my Yelp app. That's always a plus. My daughter and I, cannot wait to go back for a mom and daughter date.“

“Amazing staff, 10/10 food. overall amazing experience. Shoutout to our sweet server, we had just gotten rear ended and weren't even sure about going out to eat anymore but as soon as she welcomed us in she changed our entire day around. She was so awesome and attentive, especially to our 1 year old baby boy. i would drive from riverside to irvine just to experience this place again, highly recommend.“

“This restaurant is my go to in the area whenever I crave chinese korean food such as tangsuyuk and/or jajangmyeon. The food here is delicious and oily so you know its legit. Also, their sweet and sour shrimp is actually decent too and i order it sometimes when i'm in the mood.“

“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.“

“Baekjeong Irvine offers an intriguing and immersive Korean BBQ experience that truly stands out. From the moment we entered, we were captivated by the interactive dining concept, where the server expertly grilled the meat right at our table, adding an extra layer of enjoyment to the meal.One of the highlights of our visit was undoubtedly the outstanding quality of the food. Each cut of meat was impeccably fresh and flavorful, ensuring a memorable dining experience. Additionally, we were pleasantly surprised by the selection of IPA beer available, which complemented the meal perfectly.The cleanliness of the restaurant was commendable, and the overall pricing was fair considering the high quality of the food and service. The atmosphere was lively and friendly, contributing to a welcoming dining environment.However, our experience was not without its drawbacks. Visiting on a Saturday noon, we were disappointed to find that there was no bartender available until 5 pm, limiting our drink options. Furthermore, the wait time to be seated was longer than expected, which detracted from the overall experience.In conclusion, Baekjeong Irvine offers an authentic Korean BBQ experience with exceptional food quality. While there were some minor issues with service availability and wait times, the overall dining experience was enjoyable and memorable.I would recommend this establishment to anyone looking for a unique and delicious dining experience in Irvine.“

“Randomly stumbled across this Korean restaurant when searching Korean food in Irvine. To my surprise the food and service are really good. It is not loud and a good place to eat with friends and family.We ordered the cold noodle, it is well balanced, with egg and beef slices. The noodle is chewy and I like the texture of it. It also comes with banchan such as fish cake, cabbage, kimchi, and more. We also try the ox tail soup, it is not salty but we have option to add salt into it to make it more salty. But it has huge bone flavor to it which I really like. Parking maybe a little difficult during lunch hours since the parking spots in front of the restaurant is limited, but there's more parking at the back.Server is friendly, although place is small, but it seems like a hearty place to eat. Price is affordable, will come back again!Parking: Sometimes parking in front is limited but there’s back parking“

“Came to the H Mart food court to have some noodles for lunch with my daughter but I also wanted to try a Korean hot dog! So we decided to share a hot dog as an appetizer haha! Since my daughter is a vegetarian we decided to try the sweet potato with mozzarella cheese. It did take a while before our order was ready but the hot dog was fresh, hot and crispy! It was very tasty and I will definitely come back to try one with a sausage and cheese combo with a potato coating. They also ask if you want it coated with sugar which sounds interesting.“

“Went beyond my expectations! First time here and it was delightful. The price for eat all you can kbbq is super worth it. Went for dinner here and the staff were nice and attentive. You have sides to choose from, and some meat selections in the counter. The pricey meat selections like wagyu and stuff are ordered through the waiter. Organized and clean. I'm impressed. The sides of fish cakes and japchae are so tasty!!! The cuts of beef is also very nice and fresh. I had an amazing time here, and will definitely come back! The moneys worth it for the price of eat all you can KBBQ!!“

“I really love this place. Already brought all my relatives there and they loved it too. Meat is great (my fav is umami beef) and sauces are awesome. Minus that they don't have a reservation so it's important to come beforehand to avoid waiting in line. Reasonably priced too.“

“This place is great, the food is good but on the pricey side. The staff is very nice and gave helpful info. The homemade kimchi was delightful, I recommend it. It's very versatile and fresh. It's located inside Niko Niko Sushi which is also a good place.“

“First time trying this place and let me tell you it was amazing!service was great and loved all of my meal the Waygu beef was my favorite it was so good!I personally was the biggest fan of the Mac salad but it is probably my taste buds.definitely recommend“

“Wagyu Meat and Grill is a family-owned teriyaki grill and fresh meat market specializing in top quality Wagyu beef bowls and plates. At the time of this review, they have 2 locations in Irvine and another in Buena Park. We visited their location off Irvine Center Drive near Sand Canyon Avenue. It can be found nestled in a strip mall between Bay Poke and Grater Grilled Cheese. Their website mentions "superior service", but IMO the staff was friendly enough but I wouldn't say they went above and beyond to ensure a quality dining experience. I ordered the Wagyu Moco because I can't resist a good loco moco. I'm a big eater, so I appreciated the size of the wagyu patty topped with an egg. The side of rice, mac salad and cole slaw served to complement what turned out to be a hearty meal. All in all, it was a good deal for the price and I would be willing to try again in the future.“

“Simple and good. Makes me think of the gimbap in Seoul when I studied there. I sometimes find it hard to get tuna salad gimbap and I was so happy to find it here. It really hit the spot (I even tried a beef gimbap at Ktown in Hmart just earlier in the day). Cheaper than ones you'd find nearby, $6 for mine. I think it even has the perilla leaf!“

“I want to give 10 stars for the service!! The price is in the upper range for the most korean bbq. Signature Black Pork Belly is the one you want to get. We went there at 6:00pm for dinner, and the place was getting filled up as we approach Friday night mode. Even with packed crowds, the servers constantly checked and cooked the foods. They were very attentive and nice.“

“The quantity is amazing ?The aunties are very friendly and keep adding free side dishes to us.Paying the final bill plus tip is much cheaper than Korean food in London!During our vacation, we basically ate here every two days!Super recommended! !“

“Great flavor, amazingly fast service! Will definitely come again. They don't skimp and try to wait you out like most Korean BBQ all you can eat do. By the way, those that call this expensive, you're crazy. This is a hell of a value compared to most restaurants across the country.“

“Love it. It's the best it's very clean and it has a cafe you could also buy school supplies and delicious food 10/10 I suggest you guys come. really good. It's the best. It's very clean, there's a cafe, and you can buy school supplies and delicious food. 10/10 I definitely recommend you come here.“

“I go here sometimes because it's right in front of my house. I'm a cold noodle fanatic. I ordered bibim naengmyeon and it was good. I think this is great in America. I recommend it.My daughter enjoys the seafood soft tofu here, and that’s okay too.“

“Been here 2x now. The lady at the front is so kind and patient and will recommend something to you if you can't choose. There was also a gentleman who kindly brought out some salt for my chicken (ginseng chicken soup) and was very sweet.Good portions and a tiny bit pricy but worth it tbh the quality is lovely and they give that mom and pop shop feel you might get in a stand alone restaurant“