50 Best Korean Restaurants near Decatur

“Delicious steak and great waiter Jay.“

“My partner and I loved eating here! The owner is a super friendly and lovely man who we were lucky to get to know! It really took us by surprise because there was a small language barrier. The most wonderful thing was that he took the time for us and because of that we had a lot of fun together!

Aside from that the food was AMAZING! You can choose your own variety of fresh toppings and sauses! We had pokebowls and some Korean fried dumplings and it all tasted sooo good! We really wished he lived in our neighbourhood in the Netherlands haha... ?❤️“

“Fiest time trying Korean BBQ chicken! My best friend wanted to try it, and we happened to have been at the area to meet my grandmother after Momocon, so now is a good time as ever!
I am generally not a fan of super crispy skins but this was fried to perfection! The spices worked really well here. My nephew had the spicy galbi and my best friend and I did the half and half (I really wanted a half chicken, but I have NO clue why I was expecting an entire half chicken uncut, hahaa). These, along with onion rings, steamed rice, kimchi and so ddeok so ddeok totaled about $66.
The price was really the only downside, esp. since unless you get a specific rice bowl you're left with a basket of wings for give or take $17 on its own, but the food was really enjoyable!
(Weird addition, but who like sweet kimchi, or a kimchi that mainly consists of the middle slice of the napa cabbage? Not me. Your kimchi is a complete BANGER!! A but more sour than most, but I do not mind AT ALL, and I assumed it was made this way on purpose to compliment the chicken. The spice level was perfect too!)“

“Great food! Hot dogs are fantastic and portions are generous. Staff extremely friendly and kind. It’s very casual and a great place to grab takeout. Been many times and it’s super consistent quality. Huge vegetarian menu in addition to meat. Great neighborhood fast-food-style gem!“

“The steak quesadilla is delicious!“

“Loved it and will be back again soon“

“Had a bit of a rough start to the dinner service. Our server decided to switch tables or something, so we had someone else attending us, which worked out in the end cause she was great! Don't remember her name, but she was definitely one of the tallest servers there. Thank you!!!“

“Visited for the first time yesterday to have the kimbap and it was delicious! I'll be back for more.“

“Its a nice quiet place to eat. I had the beef bulgogi, and it was one of the best meals i had In a while dinning out! It looked so good I started eating and decided I had to take a photo to give a review. I highly recommend trying this spot out.“

“we went at around 6pm on a Friday. Not crowded at all! The food was amazing, but definitely go in with an open mind and understand you might not like it if you've never had offal before! Staff were incredibly helpful and friendly and the kimchi was made in-house and was some of the best restaurant kimchi I've ever had. Fair prices and great service!!!“

“Food and service was great“

“nothing short of awesome...food ..and service“

“就在公園的旁邊很方便 這份辣雞肉的飯雖然份量很少，但味道還不錯。“

“Food is Awesome. Excellent Customer Service. Thank you to our server Francis!“

“I am a regular here and I absolutely love the food and environment. The service is great, especially Alice and Jason! I really appreciate how friendly and welcoming they are, and I highly recommend!“

“Fantastic fusion taco joint. I can recommend every taco on the menu, plus the various daily specials that are NOT on the menu like the Sweet Chili Chicken Taco and Fried Avocado Taco. Their dumplings are awesome as is their fries with spicy ketchup. If you’re adventurous try out the Bibem Bop with rice and topped with an egg. You can substitute lettuce for the rice if you are watching carbs. Great owner & staff.“

“Traditional Korean where you are welcomed and treated like family. Various rice and noodle dishes are served here. Everything for the shy to adventurous, so bring your familywho has never tried anything but “comfortable” cuisine. They might just be pleasantly surprised!“

“You do the ordering yourself on a kiosk which was fine for us. The lady that was there was very nice and answered my questions about ingredients.

Food was DELICIOUS! Had to wait a few minutes but totally worth it. Pork bullgogi was very spicy to the point I couldn't finish my taco.

Only issue to no fault of the business was the amount of homeless people hanging around as well as road closures. If you want close parking parked at 90 Forsyth Street Northwest. It was a 3 minute walk.

Vegetarian options: My friends got the tofu bibimbap picture was included in the review and she loved it period“

“A place where you can always enjoy a delicious meal. Enjoy a filling meal thanks to the variety of side dishes and delicious food. I recommend it.This is a place where you can always enjoy delicious food with a good mood. Various side dishes and tasty meals. Highly recommended.“

“Always enjoy my meals here! The food is amazing and prepared fresh to order. Franky is always so patient, sweet and helpful! I’ll continue visiting here. *Side note, order the lemon pepper Korean battered wings with buffalo sauce on the side. Thank me later!*“

“I went with a larger group to celebrate a few different things. Jordan was our server and he was really nice! He was quite personable and helped us with everything we asked for. One person I was with also requested a few songs and Jordan made sure they were played.
The food was amazing. There wasn’t a single thing I didn’t enjoy. I would absolutely go back!“

“Disclaimer: I'm gonna be real, don't cancel me.
Don't waste your time here if you're looking for some americanized k food. This place isn't for you. The food, the staff, and, of course, the atmosphere give the most nostalgic feeling possible. They ooze with warm hospitality, and the food alone is made with the most caring craftsmanship. This place is a must go! And anyone who decided to put a one star either has no taste or they didn't get hugged enough as a child. Shout out to the staff!! <3“

“Great food and atmosphere, excellent service Madison our server was awesome. Can’t wait to come back!“

“I didn’t even think to take photos from last night. The food was delicious and nice to try. The kimchi, spam, and bulgogi kimbap was so good. The Kdogs was delicious, we got the cheese dog with sugar. Highly recommended!“

“EXCELLENCE - the term “holes in the wall” truly came to life with this place. As a lover of Korea, I was recommended this place for it’s convenient location and elaborate menu. When talking about simplicity and essence, I believe Let’s BAP has it all! I placed a takeout order and ran to the store within 7 minutes and my food was ready - not only that - it was fresh, delicious, and impressively beautiful. I insisted in sharing with my co-worker because I couldn’t enjoy all that goodness alone. The variety within the CupBap arrangements and sides is very nice to me. I promise, I’ve never had Korean food this good in this area of Atlanta. Genuinely feel like I’m eating food from the most talented and adorable “eomma” (엄마 mother in Korean). Surely will keep coming back for comforting tteokbokki, filling japchae, and mouth-watering tofu. Huge check on my list!“

“I couldn't recommend this place enough. I've been coming here for months! The food has a consistently enjoyable quality to it that even higher-end restaurant's, that charge MUCH more, in a similar area, have difficulty replicating. I frequently order the Galbi Tang with brocolli, and it's one of my favorite dishes in the city. Heavily underrated.“

“First time there. Had a great experience!“

“Food was Delish! We will be back!“

“Delicious food. Fun Atmosphere.“

“Traditional Korean Food and Korean Barbecue. how many local Koreans and other Asians eating this restaurant. it is Korean owned and operated and when visiting you will feel like you are in South Korea.“

“The food is all amazing! I love the noodles and sauces and haven’t had a combination that wasn’t fantastic. It’s on the healthy side so I don’t feel guilty and it is delicious. Plus, it is very fun to just type my name into an iPad and retrieve my food from a locker and have no social interaction of any kind! Even though I am sure they are nice people!“

“Our first experience and it was incredible to say the least!! The food was delicious.“

“the staff was very friendly and made you feel welcomed. I had the lucky pockets for an appetizer with an Asahi beer. They also give you complimentary separate small dishes , of kimchi, another of potatoes, and one of green beans. The entree I had was the Ttukbaegi Bulgogi, a marinated thin sliced ribeye, in a beef stew. This was a wonderful dish, served in a hot pot bowl. Absolutely recommend this on a cool autumn or winter evening.“

“A great dining experience for Korean food. Great service and delicious food. Will be back.“

“I know the owner and I would recommend this place anytime“

“Best please for Baos in all of Atlanta!!! Always bring all my friends here never disappoint’s. Recommend all the different Baos they offer!!!“

“Japanese with a Korean flair. Great prices + great quality + _extremely_ great service. Surprisingly, they’ve been a “near-kept secret” in Atlanta for nearly 50 years. (Since 1970?)We’ve been eating here & picking up more-and-more regularly for only the past 3 years.“

“The food was absolutely amazing, but what truly made the experience unforgettable was Pao at the front register. From the moment I walked in, pao greeted me with a warm smile and made me feel right at home. Their friendly and attentive service elevated the entire dining experience, adding a personal touch that made all the difference. I’ll definitely be coming back, not just for the delicious food, but also for the exceptional service from pao! The steak platter was also phenomenal!“

“The fried wings good, with the Korean sauce the mac def will go back“

“Ok this place has the best dogs I’ve ever had in my life. The customer service is quick and they are very kind. Our daughter dropped her freshly made corn dog on the ground and they happily made us a new one free of charge! Highly recommend.“

“I recently dined at Makimono, a delightful Japanese-Korean fusion restaurant, and it was an experience to remember. From the moment we walked in, the service was impeccable. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, making us feel right at home. The service was also impressively fast, which is always a bonus.

I decided to try the loaded waffle fries, and they were an absolute hit. The dish featured crispy waffle fries topped with savory Bulgogi, gooey cheese, spicy mayo, and a sprinkle of green onions. The combination was nothing short of amazing—a perfect blend of flavors and textures that left me craving more.

My brother opted for the Tteokbokki, and he couldn't stop raving about it. The dish was perfectly balanced with just the right amount of spice, and the chewy rice cakes were delicious. He fell absolutely in love with it, and I couldn't resist sneaking a bite myself.

Overall, Makimono exceeded our expectations in every way. The fantastic food, coupled with the outstanding service, made for an unforgettable dining experience. We both highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a unique and delicious meal, and we can't wait to return very soon!“

“wow so good. met all my expectations.“

“This food is soooooo good! Perfectly crispy chicken with the most incredible sauce.“

“Perfectly crispy juicy chicken“

“Today was my first visit drove from Jesup, ordered the pick to & got shrimp and chicken tenders…. This was honestly one of the best seafood meals I’ve had so much food it was hot crisp and so flavorful!“

“Food:
Their sweet & sour pork (锅包肉) is the best among all the ones I’ve had tried. Every time I come here, it’s my must-to-order. Their 烤冷面 (first pic) tastes also really good. I personally don’t like lamb but I loved the beef tendon skewers! We (2 people) wanted to order more food but the large portion of each item stopped us.

Service:
The food came pretty quickly. The server welcomed us and was very nice.

Atmosphere:
The restaurant isn’t that big but enough to have privacy as they leaves enough room between tables. The place was maintained clean and well.“

“Our family has been coming here for years and the food & service has been consistently amazing! I always see the same ladies and they’ve always been so friendly & kind. Their black bean noodles and spicy seafood noodle soup is hard to beat. This is our go to spot everytime!“

“Walked in after a long day of classes and we were immediately greeted by the wonderful staff. They told us about the specials going on and gave great recommendations to my friends and I. I got the steak and sesame chicken. Will absolutely be back with friends. (Better than panda)“

“Love this place. No matter the time, this is a a staple 4 me when it comes to Korean Fried Chicken. From the moment you walk in, you are greeted w. infectious energy. You never have to wait long for your order and the food is top tier. the overall ambience plus the quality of food always has me coming back. s/o Priscilla, my favorite lady.“