Korean Restaurants near Newport Beach

“For a low price Korean bowl, flame broiler is a good value.
The person taking the order is always super nice. They have not messed up on my food once which is amazing. I order here a lot when I'm in a hurry.
They also have food specials if you buy several bowls.

Vegetarian options: Tofu, vegetables, rice“

“Brought in a dinner BOGO coupon. That's literally all it said on the coupon. I assume by two things the cheaper is free. Nope. Bought a works plate and a regular tofu bowl and got $6 off. Idk what the price even is. They don't honor their own coupons? These coupons were also specific to this location only not a general deal. It's the one closest to my house so I go every so often but will avoid when possible“

“Saw excellent reviews on Google Maps and a YouTube reviewer I trust said this place was great. Only 4 minutes down the road from where we are staying. There's no sign or anything so it's good that I had looked it up prior. Door was open (which meant 3 big flies hovering), Halloween episode of Buffy the Vampire Slayer playing (followed by a Halloween Freaks and Geeks); no AC. Unfortunately no gyoza available which I wanted to try but I got the spam musubi, single smash burger and fries. Spam musubi didn't have any fry on the spam and something in my 2 pieces was super crunchy, and the seaweed was difficult for me to bite through. The fries were fresh cut and amazing, GREAT portion. And the single smash burger is SO worth the hype! But beware that it is messy and there's like a whole onions worth on it so if we get to go back, I'll be requesting lite onion and lite sauce. Really good meal I'm glad I got to enjoy.“

“This place is great. We were greeted by them and they asked us to wait while they set the table. We happened to catch them at a good time because as soon as we finished ordering the food, the restaurant filled up quickly. The food didn't disappoint. Sometimes what looks good on Instagram doesnt translate in real life. The boys wanted Katsu so they ordered 2 but we honestly only need 1. Pro tip, if you ordered the Katsu and the garlic su yuk, eat the katsu first. Once you have a bite of the 10 hours sous vide pork belly, everything else just tasted tough. Trust me... i was loving the tender pork katsu until I bit into the sous vide pork. After that there was no going back. By the way, the bathroom is clean which is a plus

Kid-friendliness: yes“

“If you’re looking for a trendy twist on Korean cuisine, Chan Chan is a great spot to check out! They offer classic Korean dishes but with modern flavor updates and presentation that’s both delicious and affordable.

Instead of traditional paper menus, you’ll need to scan a QR code at the table or check out the clear, easy-to-read menu on the wall. They keep the options concise, making ordering a breeze.

What I ordered:
▶️ Spicy & Sweet Tuna Kimbap 참치 김밥 – $9.99
The tuna had a creamy texture, wrapped up in perfectly cooked rice and seaweed. The size of each roll was about 1.5 times bigger than your usual kimbap—definitely not a one-bite deal!

▶️ Fried Chicken Tenders 치킨 텐더스 (4-5 pieces) – $13.99
I chose the chicken tenders during their lunch special. These tenders were made with chicken breast, so I felt healthier and lighter. I paired them with sweet garlic sauce (스윗갈릿), which had a hint of mustard and a touch of sweetness—definitely a unique flavor that you won’t find at traditional Korean restaurants, but it was so good!

▶️ Rose Pasta 로제파스타 – $17.99
Rose pasta is super popular in Korea, and even available in convenience stores too! The sauce is a mix of red (tomato) and white (cream) sauces, often available as a pre-made mix at grocery stores (just look for “cream cheese rose sauce”). Every restaurant seems to have their own take on this dish.
In Korea, it’s usually slightly spicy, but although Chan Chan marked it as spicy, I didn’t really taste any. The portion was massive— enough for 2-3 people to share!

The plating here is on point, with thoughtful presentation that’s perfect for photos. Even the dishes and containers have a more modern, stylish vibe compared to typical Korean restaurants.

The banchan (side dishes) were lighter in flavor, with kimchi and pickled radish that weren’t too sour, making them more suited to international palates.

Oh, and a clean restroom is always a bonus for me (yes, I’m one of those people who always checked the bathroom cleanliness! ).

Chan Chan is definitely on my list for a return visit! They also have another location in Irvine.

If you’re craving traditional Korean food, you might have to head over to Garden Grove or a little bit north for more variety, but Chan Chan is a great option for something a little different in the Huntington Beach area.

? Chan Chan
7862 Warner Ave UNIT 110, Huntington Beach, CA 92647“

“Excellent service and food“

“I'm probably never going back to BCD. No MSG, more flavorful, where has this place been all my life?

I have an MSG/glutamate intolerance so I would have an almost immediate reaction after eating. But this is my second time eating here in two days and no reaction. I confirmed it with the daughter of the owners today. No MSG used. The food and side dishes feel like mom/grandma made them. Full of flavor without MSG, what is this magic? The bulgolgi tastes like caramelized kalbi. Amazing. Each of the side dishes have so much flavor maturation.

The beer is priced the same as most happy hours elsewhere.

What we ordered:
Soon Tofu soup + bulgolgi combo with kimchi beef tofu soup. They give you a small salad to start. The side dishes include kimchi, kimchi cucumber, Korean potato salad (with cucumbers and apples), fish cake, broccoli/or spinach tofu, and marinated bean sprouts. Every single item was flavorful and delicious.

I feel satisfied, nourished, and happy eating here. Such a hidden family-owned gem. Support small business y'all.

Dietary restrictions: No MSG“

“I go to this place for their chicken wings. I've had 2 flavors of the chicken wings...soy sauce & garlic and honey & garlic. I like the honey & garlic flavor. Their chicken wings are very crispy, meaty, and flavorful. In my opinion, these wings are better than grocery-store deli and Wing Stop. I will continue to return to bb.q for my chicken wings hunger.“

“Staff are friendly. Place is clean and wait time was very minimal“

“Absolutely amazing! This is the spot I’ve been taking everyone. Place inside is kinda small but super cozy and cute. You order at the kiosk and it’s super easy/convenient. They make the food in the front and it definitely adds a personalized touch. My favorites are the seared salmon and unagi yubu! They look small but 3 of them is the perfect amount for meal for me

Dietary restrictions: They prepare the food by the kiosk and you can ask them any questions directly“

“Yupduk is the best ttheoboki i have had in California, amazing for the spice lovers and have a range of spice levels for those who cant tolerate the spice as much. Also has many other authentic korean side dishes to each together. Yupduk and yap“

“If you're looking for a top-tier all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ experience in Tustin, I Can Korean BBQ is a must-try! From the moment we walked in, the service was attentive and friendly, with the staff making sure our grill was always clean and our meats were cooked to perfection.

The meat quality here is excellent—everything was fresh, well-marinated, and flavorful. The premium cuts like the beef brisket and short rib were melt-in-your-mouth good, while the pork belly had the perfect balance of fat and crispiness when grilled. They also offer a great variety of banchan (side dishes) that complement the meats well, and the kimchi was spot on!

What really stood out was the ambiance—modern, clean, and spacious, making it a great spot for both small gatherings and big groups. The ventilation is solid too, so you don’t leave smelling like smoke.

For the price and quality, this is one of the best KBBQ spots in the area. Whether you're a seasoned KBBQ lover or a first-timer, this place will definitely satisfy your cravings. Highly recommend!“

“Staff were very welcoming with us and checked in frequently to make sure we had water and banchan. We got the pork and chives mandu and the original Yuk Gae Jang with glass noodle / ramyeon. Would happily come back to this restaurant chain and location next time we visit “

“Nice Lunch served very fast after waiting for our turn to be seated for 10 minutes. Friendly Host and Waitresses.“

“Today, at Court Food I ordered Tofu soup & BBQ beef bulgogi from CHAM I saw the man, woman cooking my order & everything looked fresh & when I started my tofu soup with vegetables, sea food & spicy it tasted so delicious another customer in there recommended the other options but I will return again special a day after drink ? to get a hot tofu soup.“

“Came here over the weekend and the food court was packed! We were lucky to have been able to get seats. Food came nice and hot and each with a set of banchan and really fast.

I highly recommend the eel rice bowl, egg tofu, and galbi. If you’re in the mood for Korean comfort food, k soul food is a solid choice“

“All Koreans should go here when they are tired of American food. You can experience Korean-style charcoal grilling. The taste of my homeland that I miss Take care of your health with appropriate vegetables, rice, and non-fried meat.

You can enjoy a healthy meal with the right amount of vegetables, rice, and meat. Both the owner and the staff are friendly, and the restaurant is clean as well!“

“Gopchang, daechange is what has me coming back for more. I love how it includes rice balls with it. After we eat about two of the rice balls, I regret not saving it and making fried rice with the leftover gopchang and daechange. One day when I'm there I shall remember.
Bossam was really good. I love how it was presented in a wooden box. It says to leave it close so it can steam for a certain amount of time (I forgot), but I suggest not going by the time they say. I would steam it for less because the veggies were overcooked. Other than that, it was really good“

“If I want to have real homemade Korean food, I always go to this joint. Don’t get me wrong, there are other great Korean restaurants in Orange County, California. But, this restaurant has real authentic Korean dishes at very reasonable prices. I’ve been coming to restaurant for more than 5 years, and I don’t intend to stop it as long as this restaurant exists. In addition to the great food at very affordable prices, all the staff at this restaurant are very friendly!!“

“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 :)“

“Cannot say enough good things about this restaurant. Always perfectly fresh and tasty for all of the times I have gone over the many years--- Consistently perfect !! And the staff is always amazing and the restaurant is crystal clean! I love this restaurant!! Oh and I love the music too, it is so positive and uplifting that I go away feeling so happy and uplifted - thank you to whoever owns this restaurant for imparting such a wonderful experience, the food, the staff, the atmosphere and the MUSIC!
Thank you thank you thank you!!!!!“

“Food was very fresh and tasted good.Various spice level sauce served with the meal on request to adjust to one's taste.Fresh fruit was a good additionThe person on counter was very friendlyBowl, small bowl and plate sizes available to chose crom

Vegetarian options: Tofu and veggie bowl options available“

“Good food Good staff Good owner what more do you want !“

“The brisket tteokbokki is delicious. The tteokbokki itself is delicious, the green onion and green onions are delicious, and the brisket is also delicious.
But the taste is really good, but it would be perfect if the soup was a little thicker. Korean youth cafes come with a gas burner to make it a little thicker, but this place doesn't come with a burner, so you have to eat the soup thin.
If it is difficult to serve with a burner, it will be perfect if you add a little more broth.“

“Clean store and tons of Asian products too“

“It's the best cold noodles I've had since coming to the US.
There may be a standard of personal taste, but I have never failed when coming here with friends.
Highly recommended when you want to eat cold noodles!!!“

“Clean store and tons of Asian products too“

“Delicious and affordable AYCE KBBQ with quality meats. You can order select meats from the server and they also have a self serve meat bar with lots of options. Few of my favorites from the premium menu were: the wagyu beef belly, prime marinated short rib, and prime marinated boneless short rib cut.

They offer 3 menu options~ weekday lunch ($21.99), signature ($29.99) and premium ($38.99), which all include the meat station.

Great service and they came by often to change the grill.“

“my sister introduced me to Yigah and galbitang here when she first came to UCI. more than a decade later Yigah is still the best on my list for galbitang and the radish kimchi. nothing beats Yigah, esp at the Diamond Jamboree location (the other location in Garden Grove is bigger but i feel like their portion/side dishes are smaller)

we always finish everything whenever we go to Yigah. their seolleong tang is good also, that’s my sister’s favorite“

“incredibly fast service, clean, good food

Parking: there's a small parking lot right out front but you can park in the huge lot on the other side and walk around the building as well if needed

Kid-friendliness: people bring kids here all the time. the food is pretty simple (kid friendly) and the restaurant is welcoming“

“Food seems to be always fresh and customer service is great. I usually ask for extra rice because I love the rice much more than the meat. I'm not a meat lover because I've had problems with my bite but the rice is so on point with teriyaki sauce and green onion. I miss the orange pieces that they used to serve when they first opened in the city of orange off Chapman/ prospect Blvd in 2011 next to stater brother but that okay nothing stay the same forever. Still enjoy the food either way. Thumbs ?“

“The manager/owner(?) at this location was extremely friendly and welcoming. Food was fast. Tasty and healthy (don't go overboard on the delicious magic sauce). I like to mix the hot and jalapeño sauces together. Top-knotch Flame Broiler location confirmed.

Parking: Parking in the back and on the street.“

“Good food and very friendly environment“

“I recently visited bb.q Chicken in Costa Mesa and had a great experience. The staff was incredibly friendly, which made for a welcoming atmosphere. The portions were just right, and the food arrived impressively fast. I found the fries especially unique – they had a powdered cheese coating with a slight sweetness, adding an interesting twist.

The star of the meal was, of course, the chicken. It was juicy and flavorful, with a marinade that didn’t overwhelm the crispiness of the batter underneath. Since this is Korean cuisine, there’s a subtle hint of sweetness in most dishes. While sweet flavors aren’t usually my preference, I knew to expect it with Korean flavors, and it worked well here. The prices were reasonable, making it all the more worth it.

Overall, a solid place to get flavorful and well-prepared Korean fried chicken.“

“One of the best Flame Broiler experiences I've had. Professional, fast, and did their best to assess and deliver us a chicken bowl that was gluten free, as well as an awesome chicken bowl that was awesome and heckkin spicy and great. Thank you to the team who worked there on my visit, we will certainly be visiting again soon.“

“They give you a lot of rice and banchan, which is good, but banchan tasted quite mediocre. It's a nice meal < $20 - that comes with rice, soontofu and the fried fish. But the taste when compared to kaju and bcd, it's slightly subpar. Service was really nice. We got all the extra bowls asked for without any issues. Oh also, we had a 2 yo boy in our group who really enjoyed their bone broth kalgulsoo“

“One of the best Flame locations around right now. Massive turn around in customer service in the past year. I pick up food at different hours of the day multiple times a week, so I have had experiences with all staff members. Everyone working here is kind and great at their job. Well done!“

“I didn't know Portobello katsu curry was a thing. Where has it been all my life? If you love portobello mushrooms like I do, I recommend trying the portobello katsu curry with rice.
I had originally ordered a portobello katsu sandwich. The cashier misunderstood me and brought out the Portobello katsu curry rice plate instead. Oopsy!!! I'm glad that he did, or I wouldn't know how this new dish that I tried for the first time would be so yummy!! He gave me a free iced green tea for bringing the wrong order. The food was great and awesome service!!
As I was sitting out in the patio area to do my devotional, the cashier came out and said, I read your review. Here's a thank you!!
He gave me free tiramisu!! I've been craving a tiramisu, too. God always gives you the desire of your heart when you show kindness, especially to restaurant workers or anyone in the customer service industry. A little kindness goes a long way.“

“Skyleur us the best. He is an awesome waiter. He remembered who I was from months ago. He makes the experience that much better! Thanks Skyleur!“

“average kbbq, not all meats are good, but some are decent. i don’t recommend the brisket nor the serious eats - very tough and dry. go for the beef belly. the don’t rub me off is decent - good seasoning, just lots of fat.

for the price $37 for weekend lunch ayce kbbq, it’s ok. there are better kbbq places around.

menu online is different than menu in person“

“A++ will be returning in the future with more KYT Dental Services staff members to enjoy the fantastic food, outstanding service, and inviting ambiance. Our entire team thoroughly enjoyed the experience and looks forward to coming back to Gen Korean BBQ House!“