Mashita Galbi Jjim, located on Polk Street in San Francisco, is a cozy Korean eatery known for its signature dish, the galbi jjim (braised short ribs). This dish, priced at $66, is a standout. It features tender short ribs served in a bubbling pot, accompanied by carrots, tteokbokki (Korean rice cakes), and a melted cheese topping caramelized with a blowtorch. It’s hearty and perfect for sharing, as one order easily feeds three to four people. The plump mandu (dumplings) are also recommended as a complementary side dish.
The atmosphere is informal, making it a great spot for casual dinners. However, the restaurant’s popularity can result in wait times, particularly during peak hours, such as evenings and weekends. Some patrons have noted slower service during busy periods but praised the staff's friendly demeanor despite being overwhelmed. The interior is compact but comfortable, with simple yet functional decor.
Mashita Galbi Jjim is praised for its authentic flavors and high-quality ingredients. Other menu options include pork tonkatsu and beef plates, but the galbi jjim remains the star. For those seeking a satisfying, shareable meal with bold Korean flavors, this restaurant is a solid choice. If planning to visit during dinner hours, arriving early or expecting a wait is advised.
While some diners have commented on service challenges during peak times, the generous portions and flavorful dishes make it a must-visit for fans of Korean cuisine.
Got here at 7:30 and was not seated until 10:30. They really need a reservation system.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 1
Kanittha Ngamsopee (Kara)
The galbi jjim is SO GOOD - better than Daeho. It's not as sweet and the portion is bigger with all the extra already included in the price. You have to get the Brazilian lemonade!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ethan Wong
This was so bad no sauce no cheese so little food to eat and very little rice cakes.
Ryan Bullard
Excellent food, attentive staff, and great price point for good amount.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Stir Fried Garlic Noodles with Chicken
Malek Bashti
The BEST. Super authentic flavors with the freshest ingredients. Hands down one of my favorite restaurants in SF. 100% entering the weekly rotation. Do yourself a favor and order their watermelon juice or limeade too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Utsavi Dalwadi
Great deal, great portions and good food!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Curly Fries
Sean Savage
Better than Daeho, the Galbi Jjim is tastier, short ribs more tender and in far greater quantity. Easier seating as well, for now. The photo is what 2 of us had left over, and we can both eat!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dina Carpenter-Graffy
We got the garlic chicken noodles, dumplings, and sweet and spicy chicken wings, along with a few drinks. Every dish came out hot and absolutely delicious and the drinks were great, especially the mango tea. The women running the restaurant were also lovely and welcoming. I will definitely be returning! So many more things on the menu that I want to try :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sweet&Spicy Crunchy Chicken Wings, Korean Beef Mandu Potstickers, Stir Fried Garlic Noodles with Chicken
Jasmine Carson
This new spot on Polk street has the best Korean food in Nob hill! The galbijjim and the fried wings are so authentic.
Kpop on surround. Awesome flavor, generous portions. Great kimchi. Must have brazilian lemonade
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ligia Gomez
Really good food! 100% recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Renee Cheung
Casual but very tasty place! Their rice plates are delicious and very good value- we had the unagi/eel and also the beef rice plates. Came with plenty of food and we love the sides of salad and glass noodles that they came with. Service was very good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mashita Beef Plate
Wim Roose
Lekker gerechten, vlees of vis met voldoende groenten en rijst. Snelle en vriendelijke bediening.
Mashita Galbi Jjim, located on Polk Street in San Francisco, is a cozy Korean eatery known for its signature dish, the galbi jjim (braised short ribs). This dish, priced at $66, is a standout. It features tender short ribs served in a bubbling pot, accompanied by carrots, tteokbokki (Korean rice cakes), and a melted cheese topping caramelized with a blowtorch. It’s hearty and perfect for sharing, as one order easily feeds three to four people. The plump mandu (dumplings) are also recommended as a complementary side dish.
The atmosphere is informal, making it a great spot for casual dinners. However, the restaurant’s popularity can result in wait times, particularly during peak hours, such as evenings and weekends. Some patrons have noted slower service during busy periods but praised the staff's friendly demeanor despite being overwhelmed. The interior is compact but comfortable, with simple yet functional decor.
Mashita Galbi Jjim is praised for its authentic flavors and high-quality ingredients. Other menu options include pork tonkatsu and beef plates, but the galbi jjim remains the star. For those seeking a satisfying, shareable meal with bold Korean flavors, this restaurant is a solid choice. If planning to visit during dinner hours, arriving early or expecting a wait is advised.
While some diners have commented on service challenges during peak times, the generous portions and flavorful dishes make it a must-visit for fans of Korean cuisine.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sweet&Spicy Crunchy Chicken Wings, Fried Chicken Sandwich, Korean Beef Mandu Potstickers, Chicken Tenders, Stir Fried Garlic Noodles with Chicken, Brazilian Lemonade, Mashita Beef Plate, Soy Glaze Wings
Got here at 7:30 and was not seated until 10:30. They really need a reservation system.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 1
The galbi jjim is SO GOOD - better than Daeho. It's not as sweet and the portion is bigger with all the extra already included in the price. You have to get the Brazilian lemonade!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This was so bad no sauce no cheese so little food to eat and very little rice cakes.
Excellent food, attentive staff, and great price point for good amount.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Stir Fried Garlic Noodles with Chicken
The BEST. Super authentic flavors with the freshest ingredients. Hands down one of my favorite restaurants in SF. 100% entering the weekly rotation. Do yourself a favor and order their watermelon juice or limeade too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great deal, great portions and good food!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Curly Fries
Better than Daeho, the Galbi Jjim is tastier, short ribs more tender and in far greater quantity. Easier seating as well, for now. The photo is what 2 of us had left over, and we can both eat!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We got the garlic chicken noodles, dumplings, and sweet and spicy chicken wings, along with a few drinks. Every dish came out hot and absolutely delicious and the drinks were great, especially the mango tea. The women running the restaurant were also lovely and welcoming. I will definitely be returning! So many more things on the menu that I want to try :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sweet&Spicy Crunchy Chicken Wings, Korean Beef Mandu Potstickers, Stir Fried Garlic Noodles with Chicken
This new spot on Polk street has the best Korean food in Nob hill! The galbijjim and the fried wings are so authentic.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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The rice cakes in the galbi jjim were massive
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kpop on surround.
Awesome flavor, generous portions.
Great kimchi.
Must have brazilian lemonade
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Really good food! 100% recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Casual but very tasty place! Their rice plates are delicious and very good value- we had the unagi/eel and also the beef rice plates. Came with plenty of food and we love the sides of salad and glass noodles that they came with. Service was very good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mashita Beef Plate
Lekker gerechten, vlees of vis met voldoende groenten en rijst. Snelle en vriendelijke bediening.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
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