We went on a Saturday evening and quite busy. Although the numerous patrons, noise level was reasonable. We were able to converse very easily. The service was well above par. Food Was overall very good. I like the soft tofu in the soup. The kimchi rice was excellent. I highly recommend That one. The hot pot had a huge serving at the potty easily Feed party of four We had that fried wing a chicken wings, which were huge, But the taste was OK.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Amber Perez
Everything was A+! The whole experience was amazing, came with friends and they all agreed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cleo Li
The kimchi stew is really good! The pork is in chunks and very chewy, way better than the shredded kind
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joseph Conte
Was great I loved it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vanessa Cheung
First timer here and everything was deliciousl I really liked their mushroom banchan. They have a long table in the middle of the restaurant, so they can accommodate large parties. They played a lot of Kpop Demon Hunter.
Army Stew ($58.95) - Huge portion. Could've done with less rice cake/rice balls.
Seafood Pancake ($22.95) - Crispy and flavorful. One of my favorite dishes.
Chicken Wings ($22.95) - Juicy and crispy. Yum.
Braised Pork Belly ($55.95) - Apparently a special menu item, but they always serve it. Came with lettuce and like 5 garlic slices.
Galbi ($43.95) - No complaints here.
Kimchi Fried Rice ($19.95) - Was nice to have rice to eat with the meat, but I've had better.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David
Food was okay. Dining room was very loud even when not crowded. Very surprised that banchan only consisted of four items (mushrooms, potatoes, broccoli, pickles).
iVoRy T
Bay Pocha is not just a restaurant — it’s a treasure tucked away in the Ingleside Terrace neighborhood, just steps from my parents’ home. From the moment you walk in, the cozy space, decorated with traditional Korean touches, feels like you’ve been transported straight to Seoul.
On our visit, my dad accidentally ordered Bulgogi instead of Galbi. Without hesitation, our server graciously fixed the order, even though the mistake was ours. That small act of kindness spoke volumes — customer service here isn’t just good, it’s extraordinary. Every staff member is warm, attentive, and genuinely cares about their guests.
And then there’s the food — bold, comforting, and unforgettable. The Bulgogi Mushroom Stew and Galbi were both phenomenal, bursting with flavor and served in portions generous enough to share (though you might not want to). Each bite carried the same depth and authenticity I remember from dining in Korea itself.
Bay Pocha may be small in size, but it’s huge in heart, flavor, and hospitality. It’s the kind of place you fall in love with after one visit and can’t wait to return to again and again.
Next on my list? Their legendary Beef Rib Stew.
If you’re in San Francisco and crave real Korean comfort food served with soul, Bay Pocha is an absolute must.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Martin Hui
Watch out — they will add a standard 20% service charge and then present you with a separate, non-itemized bill that asks for an 18%, 20% or 22% tip (without disclosing that the 20% service charge was already added).
Don’t fall for this super shady trick.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Robert Bronte
Mediocre at best. The food isnt prepped well. Prices are 2x what they should be. Kimchi was okay... The restaurant was not very clean. Our table and chairs were sticky when we sat down. Would not recommend.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Hailey Moon
The food is amazing and the service is fast and efficient.
Everything was delicious! The glazed pig feet were beautifully presented, super flavorful, and the portion was generous enough to feed two people. The corn cheese was fresh, tasty, and nicely presented. Reliable service and convenient experience overall—definitely ordering again! Just make sure you heat it up before you eat if you’re getting it delivered like me!(:
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Braised Pork Belly Aka Bossam 보쌈, Galbi 갈비, Extra Sidedishes Banchan, Corn with Mozzarella Cheese 콘치즈, Spicy Pork, Braised Short Ribs Aka Galbijjim 갈비찜, Hotstone Bibimbap, Braised Beef Short Ribs Aka Galbijjim 갈비찜
Allen Ventura
9.9/10
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Jane F
Kimchi pancakes are highly recommended!
Duane Averia
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Bay Pocha = Late Night Win
Came for the vibes, stayed for the kimchi fried rice, rose tteokbokki, and bossam—all straight fire. Flavor was on point. And shoutout to Cho, our guy who made the night even better with great service and good energy. We’ll be back for sure!
We went on a Saturday evening and quite busy. Although the numerous patrons, noise level was reasonable. We were able to converse very easily. The service was well above par.
Food Was overall very good. I like the soft tofu in the soup. The kimchi rice was excellent. I highly recommend That one. The hot pot had a huge serving at the potty easily Feed party of four
We had that fried wing a chicken wings, which were huge, But the taste was OK.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Everything was A+! The whole experience was amazing, came with friends and they all agreed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The kimchi stew is really good! The pork is in chunks and very chewy, way better than the shredded kind
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Was great I loved it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First timer here and everything was deliciousl I really liked their mushroom banchan. They have a long table in the middle of the restaurant, so they can accommodate large parties. They played a lot of Kpop Demon Hunter.
Army Stew ($58.95) - Huge portion. Could've done with less rice cake/rice balls.
Seafood Pancake ($22.95) - Crispy and flavorful. One of my favorite dishes.
Chicken Wings ($22.95) - Juicy and crispy. Yum.
Braised Pork Belly ($55.95) - Apparently a special menu item, but they always serve it. Came with lettuce and like 5 garlic slices.
Galbi ($43.95) - No complaints here.
Kimchi Fried Rice ($19.95) - Was nice to have rice to eat with the meat, but I've had better.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was okay. Dining room was very loud even when not crowded. Very surprised that banchan only consisted of four items (mushrooms, potatoes, broccoli, pickles).
Bay Pocha is not just a restaurant — it’s a treasure tucked away in the Ingleside Terrace neighborhood, just steps from my parents’ home. From the moment you walk in, the cozy space, decorated with traditional Korean touches, feels like you’ve been transported straight to Seoul.
On our visit, my dad accidentally ordered Bulgogi instead of Galbi. Without hesitation, our server graciously fixed the order, even though the mistake was ours. That small act of kindness spoke volumes — customer service here isn’t just good, it’s extraordinary. Every staff member is warm, attentive, and genuinely cares about their guests.
And then there’s the food — bold, comforting, and unforgettable. The Bulgogi Mushroom Stew and Galbi were both phenomenal, bursting with flavor and served in portions generous enough to share (though you might not want to). Each bite carried the same depth and authenticity I remember from dining in Korea itself.
Bay Pocha may be small in size, but it’s huge in heart, flavor, and hospitality. It’s the kind of place you fall in love with after one visit and can’t wait to return to again and again.
Next on my list? Their legendary Beef Rib Stew.
If you’re in San Francisco and crave real Korean comfort food served with soul, Bay Pocha is an absolute must.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Watch out — they will add a standard 20% service charge and then present you with a separate, non-itemized bill that asks for an 18%, 20% or 22% tip (without disclosing that the 20% service charge was already added).
Don’t fall for this super shady trick.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Mediocre at best. The food isnt prepped well. Prices are 2x what they should be. Kimchi was okay... The restaurant was not very clean. Our table and chairs were sticky when we sat down. Would not recommend.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
The food is amazing and the service is fast and efficient.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
always a good place to visit! great atmosphere with awesome crew, not to mention food quality. must try dishes are bossam and tofu&kimchi
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Braised Pork Belly Aka Bossam 보쌈, Corn with Mozzarella Cheese 콘치즈, Spicy Pork, Pancakes, Stir-Fried Pork Belly 삼겹살볶음
Everything was delicious! The glazed pig feet were beautifully presented, super flavorful, and the portion was generous enough to feed two people. The corn cheese was fresh, tasty, and nicely presented. Reliable service and convenient experience overall—definitely ordering again! Just make sure you heat it up before you eat if you’re getting it delivered like me!(:
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Braised Pork Belly Aka Bossam 보쌈, Galbi 갈비, Extra Sidedishes Banchan, Corn with Mozzarella Cheese 콘치즈, Spicy Pork, Braised Short Ribs Aka Galbijjim 갈비찜, Hotstone Bibimbap, Braised Beef Short Ribs Aka Galbijjim 갈비찜
9.9/10
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Kimchi pancakes are highly recommended!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Bay Pocha = Late Night Win
Came for the vibes, stayed for the kimchi fried rice, rose tteokbokki, and bossam—all straight fire. Flavor was on point. And shoutout to Cho, our guy who made the night even better with great service and good energy. We’ll be back for sure!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Braised Pork Belly Aka Bossam 보쌈, Spicy Fried Chicken Wings 10 pcs 양념치킨, Kimchi Fried Rice, Kimchi Stew
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