“This is a great place to get Korean food and the only place I will eat chicken katsu. Their breading is light and airy and delicious. The owner is really nice too. I've yet to try their fried chicken but intend to do so during my next visit.“
“They have really pretty outdoor seating. The banchan is excellent (like some of the best ive had). The service was excellent. The main dishes I got were not very good, tofu stew was a little bland and they don’t have bibimbap, only stir fried veggies and meat over rice.Overall I really like this place but would order something different next time.“
“My cousin showed me this place and I fell in love! They always have k-pop playing and the corn dogs are so mouth watering good!Vegetarian options: They have dogs that don't have any meat in themParking: It's Berkley. The parking here is tough to find“
“Came here for lunch on a Saturday afternoon. It was very quiet - maybe only two other families inside. We were seated immediately and placed our order within the first five minutes of arrival. Potato and cheese corn dog: 5/5 - it was extra cheesy and slightly sweet. Garlic wings: 2.5:5 - standard fried chicken with cold garlic paste on it. It also had sweet notes. Personally, it was not for me. Classic fried chicken (mild): 4/5 - the flavor on these were our favorite. Not spicy at all, but good chili flavor. Honey butter fries 2/5 - not for me. They wanted to be sweet, but tasted artificial (like no real honey, but a sugar honey substitute). Overall, I would give Von's a 3.5/5. I want to return and try items other than the fried chicken - everyone else inside the restaurant had something that wasn't the fried chicken and it looked and smelled phenomenal.“
“Kurabuta pork and truffle oil dumpling soup easily served two as did the fried organic chicken breast sandwich on an Acme torpedo roll. Soup was complex and wonderful. Sandwich was hearty. The house-made pickles were just one more excellent thing about it. Will take pic next time. Big sandwich. Pick up times are accurate, if you arrive very early they have beautiful cookbooks to page through. Service is excellent. Once I found parking right in front. More often arrived at pickup time, order was ready, back in car in less than 5 minutes. Also, parking on west side of 23rd just north of Macdonald. There are fewer spots on east side of 23rd because of curb cutouts for the large McDonald's parking lot. (And if you see a hint there, OK.)“
“Very delicious; especially enjoyed the wings with serranos and chiles de árbol.I lived in Korea for a year and sometimes you just get that craving; I like what this place is doing! Looking forward to trying other menu items.Very clean, and nice atmosphere, K-pop was playing. Gentleman at the counter had the nicest and warmest smile.“
“We ordered take out and all of the food transported well including the crispy garlic chicken. The garlic chicken was the best - good flavor and good crunch - and the Yangnyeom chicken had a nice smoky flavor although not as spicy as we expected. Very saucy so have lots of napkins handy. Rice bowl and rice cake rounded out the dinner with decent sized portions. The spicy pork was tasty and it was good to get some veggies in. The rice cake is the only dish I probably would not order again as it was too chewy. Overall I would return here!“
“Great addition to the Berkeley community! I saw that they had bulgolgi fries so I just had to stop by and try. I ended up also getting an order of the kfc bowl with purple rice and japchae. Everything was made to order and came out super fresh. The spicy mayo was the perfect topping for both and made the food so much richer and flavorful. Our food also came out relatively quick and the presentation was beautiful (see attached photo)! We went during opening time so it wasn't busy but this place will be a hit for sure!“
“Bowl'd has several locations in the Bay Area, my wife and I used to go to Alameda location and the Oakland Location a lot before it closed.We've found their food to be pretty good. While the past few years we have mainly gotten take-out/Doordash, more recently we went in person and it didn't disappoint.We usually get the glazed potatoes and the beef short ribs (gal-bi), both came out hot/smoking off the grill/stove and were really good. That time we also had a spicy ramen which was good for sharing.While takeout/Doordash gets the job done, some of these items are much better dining in and when they're fresh off the stove.“
“The food was delicious!! we got the bulgogi it was grilled and marinated to perfection! They also gave a pretty generous portion so it felt very worth the price. Also tried the combination soonduboo which was soooo yummy. Definitely worth trying this place out if you’re looking for authentic Korean “
“BEST Korean Fried Chicken!! It even tastes good as leftovers - that's if you can hold back from eating everything in one sitting. 10/10 would recommend! Bookmark this place and you be the judge!* Fried Seaweed Rolls* Jalapeño Poppers* Takoyaki* Signature Three Flavors* Large Honey Butter Garlic* Special Curry Plate* Kimchi Fried Rice“
“Blackstone Benedict - 3.5/5 bacon was good, but I do feel like that it was room temperature by the time it got to me and it didnt taste as good as I hope it would be. I need to give it a second chance or return with a different item from their menu.Chicken and Waffles - 2/5 it was just not special or something worth being “wow that was good”. Definitely order something else.Overall, I want to give it another chance. Maybe it was just an off day or maybe I didn’t choose the right items to eat.Attached some photos for reference.*note: great service though. I never had an empty water cup haha“
“ton katsu rice bowl: amazing!!!spam rice bowl: not good.kimchi fried rice: pretty goodbeef kimbap: goodjapchae: not good, too oily and soggybeef bulgogi: goodpork belly: gooddumplings/potstickers: good!corndogs: decentcroffles: not really that goodmochinuts: very yummydrinks: all very yummy, my favorites are ube and horchataParking: located on the street inside a mildly sus alleyway, difficult to parkKid-friendliness: very kid friendlyWheelchair accessibility: wheelchair accessible“
“I recently visited for their 2024 Berkeley Restaurant Week dinner set for two, which turned to be the best bargain comparing with the ones in the past. It came with kimchi pancake, half order of KFC wings, and a bottle of beer or Soju. However, being a long-time patron, I'm very disappointed at their Yang Nyum KFC wings that are no longer crunchy and spicy. Not sure if the chef had left or they changed the recipe, but the sauce is no longer red, thick, tangy and spicy like the way that got me hooked years ago. To me, it tastes like the sweet chili sauce used for Lumpia Shanghai, one that's available in Asian supermarket.“
“Here's a review for Koja Kitchen: Koja Kitchen has come a long way from its lunch truck days, now boasting multiple store locations. During my recent visit to one of their establishments, I was impressed by the fast service and delicious food. The rice had a delightful crunchiness to it, complementing the juicy beef perfectly. The spice levels were just right, adding an extra dimension to the overall taste experience. Koja Kitchen continues to deliver quality and flavor, making it a must-visit for anyone craving a satisfying meal.“
“I’ve been ordering from Oori on Doordash for like five years or something and never came into the restaurant itself until today. It’s small but I waited tops like 7min for my food to be ready. Their quality is always consistent and delicious. I sat outside and it was a super nice vibe, enjoyed my meal and would have taken a pic of the food but I remembered too late and it was all gone ? keep it up yall.“
“Probably my favorite restaurant in Berkeley! I go here at least a few times per month and it's always a nice experience. My favorite dish is the spicy pork hotpot and it's very yummy! There's plenty of seating inside if you order for sit-down and there's also complimentary water. Definitely a place you should try out if you haven't already.“
“Built my own bowl! Very good, the spicy gochujang sauce was also really yummy. I loved that there were a lot of topping options. I would definitely recommend this place if you’re craving some Korean food and need something quick and easy :)“
“Had my first experience here last evening. Was unsure of what to expect as it was also my first experience with Korean BBQ. I was told weekends were busy with over an hour's wait, so we tried a Monday evening. Arrived at 6:30 , was seated by 6:35. Waiter was pleasant, thoroughly explained how things worked, and the feast was on! This is an "all you can eat " restaurant, and they limit you to a two hours. More than enough time to get omg full. The food choices are plentiful and everything was delicious. The place is well decorated, well decorated, and ventilated (as you cook your meal on a grill in the center of the table, that has a cool vent over it). Wait staff was very attentive. The menu has a lot of choices, and It is moderately priced, I had a great meal. A side note to parents of young children. Think about a sitter. For a couple reasons. Your 3 year old is probably going to be a handful here. As well as a hot grill in the middle of the table, there are many small side dish "treats" as well as several dishes that rotate around the table. A couple are pretty spicy. I'm looking forward to my next visit, and will be bringing friends.“
“It is my go-to spot for quick and tasty KBBQ. I love their Barbecue Short Rib, and here's why it's great – it's seasoned just right and super tender. The sides, like kimchi and bean sprout salad, add extra zing and freshness to the meal. These sides not only complement the short rib beautifully but also refresh your palate. Plus, you get a generous portion of rice to enjoy with everything.“
“This is the gem of the city of Hercules. The food is always solidly good. The bi bim bop is my favorite, but it is hard to find anything I don't like. The service is efficient and friendly. I really enjoy this neighborhood restaurant!“
“The food is delicious. We always get a takeout, and the only thing that bothers us is the occasional lack of consistency. We are used to bento boxes containing decent portions of meat, noodles, rice, and salad, but sometimes the portions are much smaller, to the point my husband is still hungry afterward... The price has been the same for the bigger portions as for the smaller ones, so naturally, we are disappointed to receive less food...“