48 Best Korean Restaurants in San Francisco

“The best Korean fried chicken!!“

“Super good food and friendly staff, our group of 5 people each ordered our own thing and were surprised at the portions, if going in a group it may be helpful to figure out a few dishes the party wants to share and then order and divide, that's what we did and it was a great way to taste so many amazing and tasty dishes!“

“Went with a party of 12 and joined the waitlist early so we were able to get seated pretty quick! Our table ordered one kalbijim medium spicy with cheese and one mild kalbijim. Between the two we liked the medium spicy with cheese a lot more since we thought the mild one a little too sweet.

Meat was super tender and so were the veggies, and it paired very nicely with the purple rice! Wish they had more variety for their side dishes but rly delicious over all, just a little pricy!“

“This place always hits the spot! The flavors are amazing and I love all the banchan dishes. Plus! The rice comes with the food which should be the standard but nowadays other places charge for them.

The dishes are pricey but the portions are large and sometimes you can get a freebie! Definitely bring a friend to share with.“

“Very nice staff and attentive… Food was excellent and fresh.. The establishment was very very clean.. highly recommend“

“2025: New owner. Marilyn sold the restaurant. I noticed my regular items like grilled mackerel and shrimp & vegetable TKim fry were no longer on the new menu. Then I noticed the wall specials were gone. Also, the article featuring Marilyn Lee in Ingleside was removed. Wait a minute, am I in the wrong restaurant? I asked the waitress and she said the restaurant got sold and is now under new ownership. Marilyn was always cool to me. I will miss her food.

Tonight's soft tofu stew, seafood $18 was OK. The beef option is no longer available. It is only pork seafood or vegetables now. The new menu is heavily truncated. No more 2 item combos, house specials like stir fried ramen or sandwiches. Previously, the banchan (little Korean dishes), included sprouts, potatoes and broccoli. Those are gone too. I only got cucumbers, tofu and the red cabbage.

New waitress seems OK. Nice but inattentive. People were walking up to pay because she was on the phone. Perhaps it was later in the evening and she had to finish up her closing tasks.

Updated review 10/27/2021: Go Go7 is still awesome. I love the little dishes of kimchi they serve before the meal. Tonight, I really wanted ramen but 21 Taste House down the block was closed for some reason. To satisfy my ramen craving, I ordered Go Go 7's stir fry ramen with bulgogi $12. The dish was huge and it almost made me regret ordering the deep fry shrimp and vegetable appetizer $8. I tried but could not finish it all. I had to take 1/2 of my food to go. Great job Go Go 7! This restaurant is an important part of the Ocean Ave. dining community.

Original review: Indoor dining 5/28/2021. Go Go 7 is a popular Korean restaurant. There was a parade of to-go pickup orders. All I heard were people ordering their two item combos. It is perfect if you don't want to do family style and still want a variety of items. The portions are perfect if you don't want a lot of leftovers in your fridge the next day. Tonight I had their bulgogi (marinated beef) sandwich $10 and grilled tofu $5. You don't usually see sandwiches at a traditional Korean BBQ restaurant. The bread was soft and it tasted great. The sandwich was not too dry or soggy and very flavorful. I enjoyed their little plates of kimchi. The bean spouts and the imitation crab with cucumber is a must try item. I liked it because you have something to munch on while they made my grill tofu appetizer and sandwich. They stayed open throughout the pandemic last year, even through that weird period when we had the curfews. I appreciated that. Guys like me had a really hard time looking for restaurants that were open. Great job everyone at Go Go 7. Love you guys!“

“We returned to this restaurant twice during our visit to SF, it was that good. Very much enjoyed the garlic soy chicken wings, salmon eggs benedict, kimchi, bulgogi, pimped up ramyun, and of course the bacon.“

“I love this place! I come here all the time to do homework. The menu is well rounded, the noodle plates are bomb. They're always served fresh and hot. As a sago lover, their mixed fruit flavor is one of the best, you have to try it if you're a fan of boba vibes and want to try something new. The staff is always friendly and they're open late. I shared a bingsu for the first time and it was a fun experience all around. This is genuinely one of my favorite places in West Portal.“

“Super cute place tucked into a busy street!

Good:
- The jjajeong tteokbokki was super unique and tasty! Good portion size too
- More casual place but I liked the homey feel

Bad:
- Took a while to get our food
- The kimbap wasn't too flavorful and was on the smaller side

Overall would come again!“

“Zajang Grill is the best restaurant“

“We never miss a chance to dine here when we’re in San Fernando. Amazing meals, amazing staff <3“

“Bansang is such a lovely restaurant. The space is beautiful with high ceilings and tasteful decor. The staff are friendly and attentive. Food was amazing. We ordered everything on the menu except the tofu stew (wasn't available) and we're definitely going back again to try that.“

“Just had a religious experience at this place with my friends. Without a doubt the best Korean food i’ve ever had, full side dishes omg j so good. come here to have the meal of your life, we got the braised beef hotpot, for soup and kimchi pancake. first and third dish were the best and must order. also FREE AND REFILLABLE SIDE DISHES AND RICE“

“We were looking for a place for a quick breakfast and, based on reviews, stopped in here. The portions are generous and all the dishes are very fresh. What really makes this a stand out spot is the hospitality. The owners/staff are beyond friendly and welcoming.“

“This place should have a line out the door every day. Incredible value. Excellent service. Delicious food. Warm and friendly staff. They greeted all their regulars by name like old friends. I can't wait to become a regular myself. I can't recommend enough. Coming back as often as I can.“

“Just incredible Korean contemporary fusion cuisine. Kept the fundamentals of the Korean authenticity with unique broad appealing western gastronomic desires. Well done!!!👍“

“We searched 20 min for a parking spot during peak dinner rush. It was worth every minute! Our party of 5 ordered udon, kebabs, BBQ pork, & sizzling Bibimbap. All happy customers & rated it the #1 dinner of our 4 (so far) in San Francisco.“

“Got here at opening, the place was mostly empty. The staff was polite and helpful. Placed my rice bowl with Korean Bulgogi as protein, the bowl was tasty and with fresh vegetables. The service was quick, got my food in 5 minutes.

The bulgogi was bit plain, not a lot of flavor and wish more meats too😊. There are both indoor and outdoor seatings.“

“I came here for the smashburger, but i guess they dont do lunch untill later in the day. I ordered a breakfast sandwich instead, and it was really good! Hopefully i can try the lunch menu one day but i dont think it lines up with my work schedule. 🙃 will be comming back for breakfast though.😇“

“this is my favorite korean restaurant ever!! i always get the galbijim & clam soup noodles - would highly recommend! it’s also conveniently located inside h mart so you can go grocery shopping right after & check out the other stores in this little plaza.“

“Yesterday our first time there. The food was delicious and the service as well we definitely will have to come back soon!!! Thank you!“

“Great food and at a great price. Can’t wait to go back“

“My husband and I wanted to try Korean fried chicken. 🍗🐔 The place is very clean and The owner was helpful and kind. 😊👍 He helped us choose a few chicken flavors. 🌶🍯 Absolutely delicious 😋. 💯“

“One of our favorite spots in the Richmond. Sean and Alice are as terrific as their ice cream!“

“My foodie coworkers have nothing but praises every time you guys cater for us. Impressive how you pull off such tasty AND healthy food. Thank you!“

“Quick lunch, good portions, and really good depth in taste for the price. Wanted some Korean rice bowls for our family and was presently surprised. The owner Jin was very courteous and food came out really fast. Also got to use the photo booth. Got the protein bowl, kaamjang bowl, and a pork jowl bowl for the kids. Really a nice experience“

“Just the Korean meal we were looking for! Classic, satisfying, and delicious. I got the budae jjigae (army stew) which was just what the doctor ordered. We also got the tteokbokki as an app and my boyfriend had the chicken bibimbap. Plus we got to watch the World Cup game! Lovely, kind staff, and generous banchan- all around a great experience.“

“ABSteak SF was honestly a 5/5 for me. I came in expecting a really good Korean BBQ experience, but it ended up being one of those meals where every course kept getting better. From the moment the cuts started coming out, you could tell the quality was on another level. Everything was fresh, beautifully marbled, and cooked exactly how it should be.

The wagyu pizza was one of the highlights for sure. Super flavorful, rich, and just different in the best way. But the standout of the night was the wagyu ribeye. I don’t say this lightly, but it was the best wagyu ribeye I’ve ever had. The texture, the flavor, the way it melted in your mouth, everything about it was perfect.

The whole experience felt elevated without being too much. Great food, great service, great atmosphere, and the kind of meal you keep thinking about after you leave. Easily one of the best KBBQ spots I’ve been to, and I’d 100% come back. Highly recommend ABSteak SF.“

“Spicy seafood stew was yummy- good amount of spice without overpowering the flavor of the stew. Lots of protein. Heads up, I got like half the body of a crab with legs that was still in its shell; it was a cool visual but kind of hard to eat. Love that we got a bunch of appetizers that just come at the start of the meal for everyone and we all got rice. The kimchi was too sweet for me personally- guessing there’s sugar in it and I’d prefer it without.“

“I’ve been wanting to try this place for months and finally made it in last Friday with my cousin and sister. We ordered the honey butter potatoes, beef tartare, clams, soondubu with the seafood add-on, fried Wagyu beef, cucumber salad, and the salt bread churros. Overall, the food was decent, but most of the dishes didn’t quite meet our expectations. That said, the drinks were a standout, phenomenal and easily the highlight of the experience.“

“This is our local, “go to” place whenever we’re craving Korean food. It never disappoints. At night, they generally project K-pop music videos onto a large wall, which brings the whole room to life. Lotsa fun!“

“I like going to HMart mostly for the food court. They just expanded so it's like going to a little mall. They do carry some stuff I cant find elsewhere. However if I'm buying korean food like meat and banchan, it's a little on the pricey side for me.“

“Super nice/friendly folks. Food came out quick. Nice large portions. Was super satisfied“

“This was my go to when craving jjigae while living in SF. The chicken’s good too, but make sure to share it; the portion is very generous. Lastly, the folk running this place are really friendly and kind. Will miss having this place nearby!“

“The Korner Store is a private event space now. I sent an inquiry in for a Saturday night booking, and received prompt response with a quote and some options. There's a minimum food and drink amount. I coordinated a walk through of the space and made a deposit!

The hosts and owners (Ina and Nick) are incredibly helpful throughout the booking and night of the event. My ~40 guests enjoyed the Korean food and full bar. We had a fantastic time in the private space. The venue has tv screens, music inputs, DJ and dance area, karaoke, and an optional photobooth. I highly recommend considering The Korner Store for your next event.“

“I knew exactly what I wanted as I walked in. I smelled the Bibimbop and my tummy was already smiling. the service was great! and the food was delicious! our 3 year old approved the Chicken Cutlets with their special sauce! we're definitely coming back the next time we're in town!“

“Among the food court options at Hmart, I can only recommend two places: Daeho Galbijjim and Hong Kong Banjum. I’ve tried food from the other spots, but I wouldn’t recommend them. Especially Jung Bunsik—maybe it’s best to stay away from there!

Jajangmyeon and Jjamppong are truly the soul food of Koreans, aren’t they? I love both, but in San Francisco, it’s hard to find places that do them well consistently. The taste often varies too much. That’s why Hong Kong Banjum, with its reliably consistent flavor, is my top pick.

I recommend their Jjamppong, Tangsuyuk, and Jjajangbap!“

“I stopped at this restaurant due to the time I decided to find something to eat, as it was late and everything was closing for the evening. I stopped in and was greeted by the friendly staff, and the place was a little busy. I was able to get served for the time i had about a little over an hour before they closed. I was very limited on what I could order due to the gluten problem. but the server and staff was very helpful in finding dishes that I could get just had to leave out a few things to make it gluten free. it was a very good choice of what we came up with and everything turned out to be a success for a late night dinner. Thank you again guys for the help and the service. You guys are awesome. Stop and check this place out the food was full of flavor and the toppings on the side made for tasteful options to add for each bite.“

“Great Food! And Very nice Small Restaurant“

“A good place to taste Korean and Japanese cuisine with a twist.“

“Better than Seoul Sausage and they won the Great American Food Truck Race! Perfect balance of spice, sauce, and crunch. The outside is amazing and the Parmesan was a nice touch!“

“The best sea bass and the best sushi 🍣 Love it“

“I like the Sam’s hamburger“

“Great service and food 😋👍🏻“

“I’ve finally made it to this Asian fusion
casual spot. Rustic ambiance and seating options for all party sizes. Friendly service.
Menu is a good blend of Korean and Japanese food.
Everything was tasty and portioned to share or eat solo.
A good spot to visit.“

“If you are looking for an open bar restaurant with good food quality and variance, go to Julie's. My co-workers and I love this place and go almost every day because we can shuffle what we eat, it is very affordable, it is good and the people are very friendly. Just give it a try!“

“I tried Matko at a Berkeley Bowl pop up. Not only was it wonderfully delicious food but the owner, Ina, is very kind and clearly puts a lot of care and heart into what she makes. Definitely don’t miss out on trying Matko it’s a winner.“

“Great food and service. I highly recommend this place for date night, family and friends. The only downside is parking is hard to come by in this neighborhood.“