48 Best Korean Restaurants in Santa Clara

“We've come to the age where we value quality over quantity when it comes to food; gone are the days of overstuffing ourselves at AYCE locations. As a result, we're always in search of new restaurants where the food really hits the spot and leaves us feeling satisfied. One of my friends recommended Baekjeong, as it was his favorite and go-to kbbq spot in the bay area. I was able to book a same-day reservation for our party of 6, and we ordered 2 large beef combos. The staff cooks the meat for you, and provides around 6 banchans and 2 salad types. Our server was Risa, who was super friendly and attentive, and we felt right at home with her. She kept everything running smoothly and made us feel so welcome. The food was fresh, flavorful, and came out quickly. Since then, many days have passed, but I'll have moments where I think back and crave the food we had at Baekjeong. I'm always looking forward to the next time I can come back.

Additional notes: Free wifi is available. Restaurant is on the exterior of Valley Fair mall. Parking is by the Stevens Creek parking garage with a short walk through the mall; most of the parking directly in front is only for the bank. Entrance is on the first floor, but restaurant is on the second floor with both stairs and elevator access. There usually is a host downstairs at the entrance to admit you, and you wait in the waiting room upstairs. They give a free soda to designated drivers!“

“This is a decent restaurant that meets expectations. Jajangmyun was a little too sweet and they most likely used machines to make their noodles (as opposed to making their own).

However, this isn’t a place where you dine to get the best Korean Chinese dishes. Their prices are highly competitive and you get exactly that. Fast service, adequate quality food and smaller portions. It’s an attractive place to dine for a value play.“

“Very Good quality of meat barbecue. But service is bad.“

“🎉🎊🍻🍹🍗🥘🥗💪 Congrats!!!“

“A popular Korean BBQ restaurant that has been around for many years in the Koreatown of Santa Clara. They have four sets of menu for 2-4 people. The waitress would ask you to pick out the meats as soon as you enter the door before you sit down at the table. Our waitress recommended brisket, pork belly, bulgogi (sliced beef), and galbi (beef short ribs), as well as the steamed egg for the kids. We also added a spicy BBQ chicken. The brisket and pork belly were a bit dry but still pretty tasty; the bulgogi tasted a bit too sweet; the galbi and the spicy BBQ chicken were the best. You can dip the meats in four different kinds of sauces (fermented bean sauce, soy sauce, spicy sauce, and sesame oil). Their side dishes were all very good. The set also cane with a seafood pancake and kimchi fried rice or plain rice. There was a lot of food for the set. We barely finished everything. Service was very efficient.“

“I absolutely loved the time I spent at this place. We did have a little bit of trouble with the tablet at first, but the staff came in and helped. I guess there’s a trick to it. After that it was smooth sailing! We just played all the songs on YouTube karaoke! It was SO MUCH FUN! We ordered food and drinks and everything came super fast! We’re definitely coming back! In my opinion, it was so worth every cent and everyone had a great time!“

“The staff were all really nice and accommodating. They have the ability to play YouTube so you can’t pick any song you want! They also have a great selection of drinks and food was great. Highly recommend visiting this place for late night karaoke!“

“It was amazing overall experience I had. The floor staffs are very courteous and attentive. Their dishes are mouthwatering and fresh. I came in with my guests, and they were happy with high quality of dishes with outstanding service. We will let our circles know that they should definitely come out to Ondam and to check out.“

“This is the best authentic Korean style bbq i have ever had! Sun hee is the best chef around town for all bbq and Korean style food Me and my family had the Egg wrapping with fried rice and it was the best!!“

“We had their spicy topokki, clam soup, seafood pancake, grilled squid and fried whole chicken. Every dish was done well, impressed with their seafood pancake, crispy outside and moist inside. Perfectly seasoned. They don't provide banchan at the table. Slight disappointment.“

“People used to say that it was delicious, but now the taste has changed and they don’t want to go because it doesn‘t taste good. Today I went to have lunch with my husband after a long time. They also prepared an apron for me, and everyone was so kind and the food tasted good. I will come to eat again next time.“

“We celebrated the turning of our granddaughters entrance to teenage life together.

Dear Rice Junky Team

I had the pleasure of dining at Rice Junky in Santa Clara today, and I must say, the experience was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment I walked in, Joe, the manager, and Jay, the server, made me feel incredibly welcome. Their attention to detail and genuine care for customers shone through in every interaction.

The food, oh, the food! It was a delightful journey through flavors that are both comforting and exciting. Each dish was prepared with such skill and passion, truly showcasing the best of Korean cuisine. The ambiance of Rice Junky added to the overall enjoyment, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that complements the culinary experience perfectly.

I cannot recommend Rice Junky enough to anyone looking for an authentic and memorable dining experience in Santa Clara. Thank you, Joe and Jay, for making my day brighter. I look forward to my next visit!

Warm regards,
Brian“

“This place is great. Staff are awesome, food was authentic, and portions large. I would bring my Korean friends here. Def recommend for a comfy, authentic dinner with friends.

Parking: Pretty small lot with a lot of businesses sharing but street parking isn’t bad.“

“I became a fan of Woomihome after the second visit! Friends recommended Woomihome and I finally got to try it. I saw that they have meal kits, pre-made hearty soups, and side dishes. So far we have had spicy and sweet chewy noodles, steamed shishi peppers, yeolmu kimchi and braised beef in soy sauce. Everything we tried was tasty and did not disappoint. Woomihome has excellent customer service and it looks like it has a great system in place. The side dishes might be a tad bit pricier compared to Korean markets, but I can see that their quality and freshness speak volumes!“

“Did not get the chance to photograph my delicious meal but tried their jjolmyun, oh my lord, it was so-so good!!! The texture, flavor, the coldness of the noodle all in one bowl was absolutely delicious!!! You must try that dish when visiting here. I devoured that bowl of food. You are able to adjust the spicy level. I personally loved it without much spicy too it so it doesn’t over kill the flavor already in the bowl of ingredients. Perfect meal for warmer weathers but I enjoy cold stuff in cold weathers. Their kimchi fried rice was delicious too! Very cheesy and has an egg with it.Will need to comeback here again to try their other goods!!!“

“Chungdam was a unique combination of simplistic feng shui & classic atmosphere feels. It felt elevated-better than your typical greasy BBQ restaurant. It was nice to have everything prepared & cooked for you. I personally don’t like going to BBQ places where I have to prepare it all - no coordination lol. We ordered the marinaded shirt ribs & a rib eye with all the delicious variations of sides. The sake is so smooth! I usually prefer hot sake more but this was a high quality brand & it was well worth the price.

Definitely would come back for another round to try more dishes!“

“Total Score: 7.33

Bathroom: N/A
Didn’t use bathroom

Customer Service: 3.5/5
Checked up on us and refilled waters

Ambiance: 3.5/5
Classic Korean restaurant vibes

Food: 4.25/5
Food was yum!! Meet falls off of bone. Sides were great. Seafood pancake was also yum. Was hard to incorporate the cheese with the meet though it was just put on the side and so was the tteokbokki.

Wow: 0.25/1
Torch show

Total Score = (CS + 2*AM + 5*FOOD + WOW)/0.9“

“Went there with a person who knew what to order, so made it super easy. Sit back, cook and eat. Place was clean and servers were attentive and helping us occasionally cook and make sure we don't overcook. Place was a bit cramped with smaller tables. Place a certainly not upscale or in an upscale neighborhood but the food is taste is worth it. Kimchi, cold potatoe salad and cold noodles were a great touch.“

“One of my favorite Korean BBQ restaurants! Authentic Korean dishes. Great quality meats and sides. We ordered the Bar B Que pork belly and beef. The staff cooked it right at our table and it tasted so good. The Seafood Tofu soup and Seafood Pancake were delicious as well. All the Ban Chan sides were perfect. Soju and hot tea to drink.“

“It's an amazing and conducive place.. i like all the foods � very delicious and affordable price.. so, to all people out there try it!!“

“The Chicken Bowl was amazzzzing!!“

“Enjoyed a wonderful meal at Gish. Dishes were beautiful, unique and delicious. Great service. Appreciated chef serving dishes and explaining what inspired creation of dishes. Had been there once before and will be back. Our guests are already planning on coming back in August.“

“This is no doubt the best Korean rice roll you can find in South Bay. Other dishes are good but not as memorable. I would skip Japchae as it is on the saltier side. Took off one star because their service is terrible. The waitress seems unhappy all the time. They don’t welcome small kids unless they can sit and eat like adults. You cannot wait inside for take out if you have small kids with you.“

“I went to Daebak Pocha yesterday and was really impressed. The food was absolutely delicious, and I could tell they put a lot of thought into the menu. It’s definitely improved a lot. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and well-presented. I’ll definitely be coming here more often!“

“The place was very busy, but our server was upbeat, helpful and altogether wonderful. The meats were great (huge prime rib was a good value) and the side condiments and soups were great. I highly recommend.

Dietary restrictions: If gluten free, get the un-sauced meats in BBQ and avoid soups. But there will be plenty other food/meat to enjoy.“

“Nice restaurant with yummy galbi jjim. The banchan was also solid and the soup is rich and full of beef flavor. Solid experience. The wait can be kind of long and I wish there was more than just 3 banchan to choose from, but otherwise, good restaurant!“

“What an amazing find of a Korean restaurant! I've been craving marinated shrimp and crab since coming back from a Korea trip and was happy to hear this restaurant had it on their menu.

We ordered their beef tartar, braised mackerel, and the marinated crab rice bowl combo (with marinated shrimp), as well as a bottle of Sang makgeolli. The portions were larger than expected, and all the food was delicious! The makgeolli was great as well.

The ambiance inside is very bright and modern. The staff were all very friendly and attentive. Service was fast. Overall, great experience and would definitely come back to try other items on their menu.“

“가격대비 맛이 좋아요.“

“How to eat jjamja noodles (half Jjamppong, half Jajangmyeon) in San Jose-- order veggie Jajangmyeon and a small bowl of Jjamppong soup on the side. Since the noodles are served separately, you can dip them in the jjamppong soup. The side soup is smaller portion but contains squid, shrimp, and vegetables.Bon Appetit!“

“Love the food! Casual and friendly atmosphere Drinks are reasonable Varieties of food selection“

“Best pork belly korean bbq in town, Thick and juicy, especially the way they bbq for you at the table guarantees the pork will be cooked to its best taste. The spicy seafood soup goes very well with the bbq. The bbq that makes you think of once a while in few weeks“

“Very delicious Korean food - our go to spot. If you order the noodles, rice, or meat dishes, it can be enough for two people. The stone bowl bibimbap is my favorite here, I order with tofu and vegetables. Many side dishes provided. The Korean bbq meats can be a bit expensive. Like every Korean bbq, you have to order two meat dishes, which can come out to at least $100 bucks. That’s a bit much on my end, but my wife says the meat quality is fantastic. The service is fantastic - the ladies always do a great job here. We keep coming back with friends.“

“I’ve visited this place twice and tried the Ssam bap for two (with pork and squid) both times. The food was overall flavorful without being overpowering, and the banchan was well-balanced—not too salty. I was pleasantly surprised by the generous amount of vegetables (Ssam) they provided. Looking forward to trying other dishes as well!“

“Great service. Very attentive and friendly servers“

“Small, family-owned Korean restaurant located in a strip mall in Santa Clara, specializing in ginseng chicken soup. The chicken is stuffed with rice and cooked for several hours, then served in an individual-size clay hot pot. Chicken soup was delicious, and the ginseng flavor wasn’t over-powering. Service was fast and friendly. Large free parking lot.“

“Really tasty and interesting take on katsu. The signature katsu is like a pork "shell" stuffed with a cheese sauce. They also have regular tonkatsu if you're not into that.
My only problem is that it's takeout only, so by the time I got home, the cheese was already getting cold. I'd be more likely to come back if there was a table to eat at.“

“Good food, plenty of parking, restaurant is very clean and reasonable price. The only down side is the smaller noodle portion size but won’t deter me from returning. They have combo for 2-4, 4-8 and over 10 people dishes. I will return for those.“

“Tong Soon Garden restaurant is one of those korean owned Chinese restaurants where they serve authentic chinese dishes but with a korean twist to it

Overall great restaurant and if u make a reservation in advanced for a party of 6 or more u might be able to get the room

Vast menu and great dishes overall
Their jajangmyeon was flavorful and tang soo yuk was pretty good

Their chicken wings is what theyre known for so that is pretty good

Parking is in the back with a very tight lot kinda sketch but it is what it is“

“Great service, the man at the front was very personable and hospitable. Gave us great service and a great portion size for the price. I had the Korean spicy pork which gave me nostalgia of having it back home. Really tasty and rich. My coworker had the hot punch sandwich which he enjoyed he definitely wants to try a more special sandwich next time. Overall great time, good food, and good portions.“

“Place your order at the counter, pick up meal when number is called and return tray to dirty dish station when done.Good portions to fill your belly. Prices are fair. There is no "full service" unless you ask for assistance. Dress warm as this food court is located in the grocery store. Temp is always on the chilly side.“

“Delicious ice cream and recommend the matcha/ strawberry 🍓 yummy 😋“

“Rude and abusive owner, poor quality food, bad location, disgusting on the inside, slow service. There is better sushi at gas stations these days.“

“Perfect soup for a cold winter day. Rich beef flavor and lots of meat. Do be aware that the soup is unsalted and thus they give you salt on the side.

I ordered takeout and it came with all the necessary sides (scallion, salt, radish kimchi, cabbage kimchi, some kind of spicy scallion sauce?, rice, noodles). However, I will say that the kimchi leaned more on the sweet side instead of savory like hanbat in LA (whose kimchi is divine), which is not my personal favorite. But thats a matter of personal preference so no points docked for that.

There is also a bit of a language barrier between us and the staff but otherwise very friendly and quick service, would reccommend.“

“I love bingsoo. You can never go wrong with fruit ones!
Parking can be difficult but if you don't park too close, it's not bad. The wait is long to order (there is two ordering kiosk or a cashier for takeout) and to get your order; but there's a decent amount of tables so you'll most likely get one to sit at to wait unless it's super crowded.“

“Fried chicken combo is delicious“

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