49 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 my go to place for jjajangmyeon. The noodle is always fresh and the sauce is perfect. Big portions as well. I have yet to try other dishes. It is always busy and has long waits on the weekend so come early. No reservations. It's first come, first serve. Good for families and friends. Kid friendly place too. The only gripe is that parking lot is small not a lot of parking space once it is full.“

“Tobang is a nice and tasty Korean BBQ place with a relaxed vibe. They offer set menus from $50 (with one meat choice) to $110 (with four meat choices). You get unlimited sides, and the kimchi is really crunchy and flavorful. The meat portions are big, and the service is friendly and welcoming. It’s good value for the money!“

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

“🎉🎊🍻🍹🍗🥘🥗💪 Congrats!!!“

“Solid Korean pub-style food with all your usual favorites like seafood pancake, tteokbokki, and fried chicken! We also had the skewers and pork bulgogi bowl, nothing disappointed.

Although the chestnut makgeolli was sold out, we tried the melon flavor instead and it was really nice! Think they added some fresh aloe in there and I love when places do this so it’s not just the same as a bottle I could buy from the market. And I especially love when it comes in the urns or teapots that make it feel more authentic or like something you would find in Korea. The little touches like this is fun!

The service was really fast. You order from the table tablets which was convenient.“

“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!“

“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.“

“Much delish! The seafood tofu soup was heart warming and paired so well with the mixed brown rice. The seafood pancake was perfectly crispy and the sauce with it was sweet and tangy, absolutely mouthwatering. The banchan was so generous and the service was so friendly! Would hope to come again!“

“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!!“

“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.“

“If you're looking for an old-school but traditional karaoke-room type of place, definitely check this place out! The lady/bar tender was super lovely and showed us to our room right away. She made things so simple for us to do and even offered us an extra 20min after we were all finished singing our hearts out!“

“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!“

“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.“

“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!!!“

“The Chicken Bowl was amazzzzing!!“

“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!!“

“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.“

“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.“

“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“

“They serve excellent kimchi cabbage here. It tastes like it was made with squid or fish sauce and is rich in umami flavors. Delicious and addictive! The kimchi radish while flavorful was a bit too soft for my liking. There were only these two banchan available, so more variety would be nice. I also ordered the seolleongtang, which had thin slices of beef with a delicate texture. After moving from LA I was worried about how good Korean food would be in the Bay Area. Places like Kunjip puts my mind at ease and I know I can get all the classic dishes done right. Looking forward to trying the galbi jim next!“

“The food wasn't bad and was delicious. The staff were friendly and took good care of each and every detail. However, the restaurant is a bit expensive, so considering the price, it is not good value for money. I think the taste is a bit disappointing considering the price. Still, it was a nice atmosphere to take my boss with me and there was a room, so it was okay.“

“Restaurant Gish offers a unique dining experience with a focus on Korean fusion cuisine. The menu is prix fixe and seasonally driven, blending modern Korean flavors with contemporary American touches. We appreciate the meticulous attention to detail, both in the food presentation and the attentive, non-intrusive service. The ambiance is cozy and relaxed, with light background music, making it a great choice for a romantic evening.

All the dishes were so delicious and I would love to come back every month when they change the seasonal menu! Such a treat and we loved chatting with Stan, Ray, Areum, and Ben!

It's definitely worth a visit! We will be back very soon.“

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This place opens till late and the staff were very friendly. We (Taiwanese) were the only table who were not Koreans. Food was okay, the pineapple soju was really nice!
Food portions are big but taste is average
I highly recommend ordering pineapple soju or watermelon soju. Share it with everyone.
There will also be some fairy sticks on top, which looks very cute when photographed.
- There is a fried pork belly dish which is very delicious.
M6: Pork Belly Garlic- Jalapeño Stir-Fry
It cost $140 for the two of us to eat
We were the only table at the table with non-Korean people.
The other six tables, large and small, are all Koreans.
The clerk was very friendly and even treated us to raw shrimp in soy sauce!“

“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!“

“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.“

“Still the best samgyetang in Bay Area. I've been coming to this place when I am craving for ginseng chicken soup (samgyetang). Portion enough for 2 meals for me. This place was packed during lunch time. The basic sam gyetang cost $27 plus tax plus tips. So be aware before dining here. Only has one server an elderly man who serve the whole restaurant, probably to keep it open as rent is expensive. But service is fast, no need to wait too long. In and out in 30-40 minutes if you are dining in. Don't compare to samgyetang in Seoul in price or quality as the airfare ticket cost way more than $35 ?“

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“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.“

“Small, minimalist Korean BBQ restaurant, located in a poorly designed plaza in Santa Clara. Meat quality is decent, but you have to cook on a small propane-powered surface that allows a lot of meat grease to be splattered on your small table, so don’t wear nice clothes to eat there. The parking lot is very small, and I would recommend street parking instead, as many food delivery drivers make it a nightmarish parking lot experience.“

“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!“

“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“

“Great original Korea food! All my Korean colleagues recommend this one, and definitely a go to place if you wanna something not American fusion but authentic Korea. And please not expect the warm American style service, the waiter may do all tricks to get you out once you finish eating:( so not a good place for a after meal chat, need to find a coffee or boba shop around.“

“Great service. Very attentive and friendly servers“

“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.“

“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.“

“Great time with great food !“

“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.“

“If you’re in the mood for a fun and delicious dessert, this spot serving Korean-style soft serve in fish-shaped waffle cones is a must-try. The cones are crispy, slightly sweet, and the soft serve is creamy and rich—flavors like vanilla, matcha, and red bean are all winners.“

“I took out and ate Jjajang, Sweet and Sour Pork, and Kkanpunggi. At first, I wondered why the Sweet and Sour Pork sauce was so thin. But it was really delicious. It tastes like the sauce I used to eat at an old-time Jjajangmyeon restaurant in the countryside.“

“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.“

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

“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.“

“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.“

“Fried chicken combo is delicious“

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