22 Best Korean Restaurants in San Jose

“The sides are amazing that is servers while you wait for food. One of my favorite Korean spots to go. We ordered vegetarian Bibimbap, Korean vegetable pancake, vegetarian dumplings ramen and Japchae.
The serving size is huge. pancakes and japchae is highly recommended here. I would definitely go back for it.“

“If you're looking for authentic Korean food, stop by Shin's Tofu! The interior is a bit smaller with limited seating so there can be a wait. Parking can also be limited during the busy weekends.

As for food, my go to is the tofu soup. It is comforting to eat when you just want to feed your soul and nourish your body.

Their galbi marinated short rib is also really good. Lots of flavor and good char taste to it. They have a good selection of banchan, which they will easily refill once they notice you're running low.

This is a small business and everyone there have been so nice and friendly. If you're ever craving Korean food, especially tofu soup, definitely stop by here. It's worth it!“

“Fresh food, fast service, and love the ambiance. Throw back music is chef kiss. No wait time too! It's not too busy where I have to wait for awhile but I take this any day any time as someone from out of town and need to grab quick bite. This completes the trip!“

“We got the dinner combo menu with beef ribs, spicy pork, veggie soondubu, and dumplings. It was so good and a great value. The service was really fast, and the waitresses were so sweet and kind. They always asked if we extra sides and made sure we were okay! Definitely would come back and recommend.“

“We came here around 1:30pm on a Monday. The place is indeed very small inside but we were seated almost right away. The menu was VERY simple, which made it easy to decide what to order. We got beef bulgogi and kimchi fried rice with chicken. The food came out fast and it was tasty. Nothing fancy and no banchan typically served at a Korean restaurant. But it's good to have a simple but well cooked meal sometimes.“

“Tofu stew and bibimbap was really good. The bibimbap stone pot stayed superrrr hot, so the rice was nice and crispy. I liked it a lot! Also, the banchan (side dishes) were great! Both a good portion and tasty. However, I will say the service was pretty slow. I think there was only one waitress the evening i came.“

“Very clean and nice Korean restaurant with tons of delicious vegetarian choices from pancakes, salads, tofu soups and side dishes!!!!

Not oily, no food coma after the meal! No more “Give me whole bottle of water! My body is filled with MSG!!!”

Highly recommended ?????“

“They have new items that the other vons don't have. I tried the boneless wings side,4 pieces. Devoured 2 of them already.
Different cut of chicken, maybe breast.
Lightly battered with light seasoning.
Try this place instead of the other Von's.
And shoutout to the cashier lady Maiya for being helpful with the ordering.“

“I have been a big fan of Yummy Tofu for years, and looks like it’s now under new management.

Food is slightly different than before, the side dishes used to be more traditional which is personal preference.

As shown in this photo, the food was very fresh and the service was excellent. The staffs were very polite and handled food with care. Greatly appreciated it.“

“Good food. Family run with friendly service“

“The moment I had a bite of the kimchi I knew that the quality of the rest of the food would be delicious. When we walked in for an early weekday dinner, we were warmly welcomed by Chris & Ashley.

We ordered the small pork backbone soup and the steamed egg cake. The meat was very delicious and came off the bone easily. However, the soup only came with one piece of potato, we wish there was at least one more.

Other than, the service from Chris was superb as he was really attentive and helped us to refill the bonchon.

Highly recommend!“

“Visited this place on a whim and ordered a few things; bibimbap, jajangmyeon, and an order of KFC. The food overall was pretty good with the bibimbap being the star, the jajangmyeon was good but a little on the neutral side in terms of taste but bonus points for coming with mandu. The KFC was ok but the sauce was a little saltier than we were expecting and the chicken wasn’t well coated, they do get a nod of approval for having spicy chicken that doesn’t hold back on the heat. Overall a good experience with a few subjective hiccups.“

“It's hard to find excellent Korean food in the South Bay, so when I come across a good restaurant I always have to give praise! Sogongdong Tofu Town piles on the flavor and I never feel like I’m eating bland, Americanized Korean food. If this were LA, I might bump it down a star because the food scene there is so competitive. But many restaurants here can’t even deliver the basic flavors right, so I’m thrilled to discover this place conveniently tucked in an Hmart. The soondubu jjigae (”tofu soup”) here is stellar and as good as any that you’ll find in K-Town LA!“

“I love going to this place for lunch whenever I visit this area for work. The service is quick and food is fresh , healthy and delicious. I love their rice bowls with tofu and the tofu stew which is served with rice, jhapchae ( glass noodles) ,kimchi and pickled cucumbers. Do recommend their hot stone bowls .“

“This is our go to Korean place. It’s a no nonsense restaurant ran by two ladies who are so nice. We get the fried potstickers and Japchae for the kids and get spicy pork bulgogi which is enough for two with all the side dishes you get and leftovers from kids 😃“

“At poke places, it is so important for the food to be fresh. You don't have to worry about this here. The staff is willing to help you arrange your bowl if you want any suggestions about pairings. Highly recommend!“

“Rachel and her team are AMAZING, the food is so delicious. I hired the truck for a work event and everyone enjoyed the choices, some folks came back for seconds and thirds! Rachel is reliable and super friendly, from booking the truck to the end of the event everything was seamless.“

“Seafood pancakes serve as an appetizer/ side dish... Baebimpop is a winner for me DELICIOUS FOODS👌“

“The food here comes out quickly, which is perfect when you’re ready to dig in without a long wait. Portions are just right—not overwhelming, but enough to leave you completely satisfied.

The side dishes were a standout for me—they taste fresh and thoughtfully prepared. I especially loved the pickled cucumbers; they were crisp, tangy, and added a bright, refreshing contrast to the main dishes. It’s little touches like that which make the meal feel elevated and memorable.

Overall, the combination of speedy service, perfectly sized portions, and fresh, flavorful sides makes this spot a reliable and enjoyable choice. Whether you’re stopping by for a casual meal or something a bit more indulgent, the quality and attention to detail really shine through. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to come back again and again.“

“I ordered the sesame tofu bowl with sweet potatoes, mushroom and broccoli with the creamy sesame sauce and omg it’s delicious. I love finding places with gluten free options. I ordered delivery so can’t leave a review on the atmosphere, but the customer service was great through online ordering. Delivery was also very fast. I will definitely order again.“

“We love coming here because of the friendly service and the amazing food! The spicy pork and the kimchi beef stew are some favorites, not too spicy but spicy enough that you get a nice kick out of it. The ribs are our favorites hands down. They're sweet and nicely grilled. Great food. Great service. Highly recommend.Went to eat 9/13/2023 and noticed that it is under new management "Big Spoon". Sad day.“

“Monday evening. Not too busy. Easy parking. They have a few tables inside. You order and they bring the food to your table. Prices are good for the tofu stew and the ramen. Tofu stew comes with Kim chee but my daughter doesn’t eat it. Poke bowl was fine. The crab meat is a little dry.“