Pocha K
2340 El Camino Real, Santa Clara
(669) 248-6103
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Very typical Korean food with American fusion. It’s open till late in the night so that’s a plus in my book. Also, the food is family portion size and very filling which is something I really love.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pocha Fries, Kimchi \u0026 Pork Fried Rice, Chicken Gizzard, Tonkatsu Pork Cutlet
Great spot for a late night bite.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Popular restaurant for after work activities. Vibes are different from your traditional restaurant – it’s darker in the restaurant so the hanging lights can shine brighter, and the walls have posters of many Korean idols. The food portions were great and flavorful – I highly recommend getting a few different items to share with other people and try the menu. Drinks are overpriced though ($13 for a bottle of soju).
Most notable dish was the marinated pork belly. It arrived on a sizzling platter on a stack of grilled onions that soaked the flavor from the melting pork belly fat. The meat was marinated well – not too overly sweet and savory. There was a good distribution of fatty and meaty pieces. Wish they made a spicy version of this dish or provided sauce on the side. I also needed a side of rice with it.
The second best dish was the soy garlic fried chicken. It had a crunchy crust that was coated in an umami soy garlic sauce all around. Only complaint is that the chicken was overbattered – some pieces had crunch but no chicken.
The people I went with made the experience memorable – I’d go again in a large group but not worth going alone.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Soy Garlic Boneless Chicken
$32 per person
Beef Brisket 3 hot pot slices, unmarinated, lean
Spicy Pork Bulgogi 5 not spicy, slightly sweet, juicy
Unmarinated Pork Belly 3 normal, 50% fat
Thinly Sliced Pork 3 unmarinated, lean
Pork Skin 4 not too fatty, slightly chewy
Cajun Beef Bulgogi 5 flavorful, juicy, dark brown sauce
Beef Bulgogi 4 less flavorful, juicy, light brown sauce
Ribeye Steak 4 frozen, unmarinated, slightly more lean
Beef Chuncks 4 unmarinated, juicy
Chicken Gizzard 4 chewy
Fish Filet 2 frozen, falls apart
Shrimp 3 frozen, normal
Mussel 3 frozen, slightly fishy
Octopus 4 shrinks, chewy
Unmarinated Squid 4 chewy
Marinated Squid 3 less chewy, not spicy
Corn & Cheese 4 sweet
Bingsoo 2 too icy
Red Bean Syrup 2 too sweet
Canned Peach & Pineapple 2 super artificial
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
we came here with a big group and were seated immediately. We got a bunch of different items to share and we loved absolutely everything item we ordered! The food came out fast and the service was great. Will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Soy Garlic Boneless Chicken, Pocha Fries, Egg Fried Rice, Cheese Corn
After a long day of work, I needed a place to drink and unwind. My friend and I decided upon Pocha K and what a great choice it was. The food here isn’t always amazing but this time it was fantastic. From the giant Tonkatsu to the soy garlic chicken or even the steamed egg, everything was killer. The service was also great. This place still uses a paper list for the waitlist but hey it works and they stay busy regardless. By far one of the best pocha in the bay.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great late-night spot, can get a bit loud so having convos may be a bit difficult. Parking can be challenging. Great food though!!!
As soon as I arrived at the parking lot, the manager asked me to leave. Even though parked at a spot that did not mention customer parking 20 minutes and plenty of empty spots with only one car. I was late for a class nearby and may go back for dinner after it, but I was asked to leave right away or bought a bottle of water before leaving. Given the negative experience of parking, I don’t think I will come back to this restaurant.
I find the atmosphere to be very inviting.
Friendly staff and nice taste in music. I like the use of the computer screen which makes the whole experience unique.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great place! I love how they are open late! Prices are reasonable and portion sizes are great. I wish the parking lot was a bit bigger but outside of that I had a good experience and would come back. The food doesn’t blow my mind but was good. It is great for the price for casual Korean food and drinks. I want to try their cheese rice cakes/ tteokbokki
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great place to eat and hangout with friends late at night!!! i loved the vibes and the portion sizes were generous! I recommend trying rabokgi w cheese, cheese corn, and soy garlic boneless chicken. I also ordered the tonkatsu but wished it had a bit more seasoning. overall i really enjoyed my time here and the workers are all so kind
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Opens at 6 PM so isn't for everyone but it is pretty decent Korean food.
The kimchi fried rice was pretty solid and the chicken was good too. The rice cake was a bit sweet but depends on the person.
Probably a nice place if you like late night drinking and the pricing seems about in line for that type of vibe.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Felt like I was back in Seoul. Such a great vibe and amazing food, drink, etc. Great portions and a good value.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best Korean in the area!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I'll start off by saying I'm sober right now, n this definitely is geared towards grabbing a drink n some sides to share. However I still enjoyed myself, the atmosphere is lovely and fun. Service was prompt and the proportions are huge (like I said great for sharing) they have an extensive soju selection, and even a cute way to leave your bottle caps! Will definitely return.
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