50 Best Korean Restaurants near Pearl City

“Originally came to HMart for the bakery but stayed for the restaurant! Got bulgogi and I love how delicious and classic it tasted. The sauce is perfect, beef cooked well with plenty of veggies that made it colorful. Even the side green salad was perfection. Didn't have to wait long since we got there at 11am. It was nice and empty before the crowd filled the place by 12pm. Service is friendly! Super clean place. Love how all the restaurants and bakery is so accessible to this dining hall area. Will be back for the bakery goodies and for lunch here at Elim.“

“Great Korean based Market with other Asian options. I am so grateful for their Aurora, CO location's low prices during my "lean" years as a single parent that I'm a customer for life, even now back on da aina. Love their produce, ramen, and ban chan options.“

“food is delicious, service is excellent, overall awesome place to have lunch or dinner.“

“I ate like crazy!! So there are only two pictures...
There are about ten side dishes and they are all delicious. I ate it without taking a picture haha.
It tastes like a non-irritating side dish.
The soybean paste stew is salty and spicy, not the taste of a meat restaurant.
The simple taste of making it at home without adding ssamjang, my child really enjoyed it even though there was pepper in it.
The seasoned ribs are also delicious. Most of them are not tough and the seasoning is just right.
Please do not cook only on high heat. It was a shame because the delicious meat burned quickly haha.
Jjambbong contains a moderate amount of seafood and has a rich taste.
Jjajang tastes like old-fashioned jjajang, and it’s light and good.

I also added pot rice, which is black rice.

Overall, everything was delicious, and I was very satisfied, perhaps because I live in a neighborhood that doesn't have many Korean restaurants.
The service is also very friendly!!!

The parking lot is conveniently located in the building.“

“Food & service were exceptional!“

“delicious and affordable. Staff were friendly and attentive.“

“burger was amazing. grilled mushrooms and onions were perfect. burger was bursting with flavor. and the tots were a perfect crispiness“

“Easy to shop!!! Good prices too !!!!! Loved it !!!!!“

“You can also eat in the store, but they give you food in disposable containers. After ordering, it was so large that I had no choice but to go, so it was convenient for customers. I ordered one serving of the special set and kimchi pancake, and 2 adults and a 3-year-old child ate it together. I packed the leftover rice and side dishes well and was able to eat until breakfast. When you order a dish, you can choose four side dishes, including kimchi, seasoned seaweed, stewed potatoes, japchae, seasoned bean sprouts, seasoned cabbage, etc. All four we chose were delicious and both the ribs and kimchi pancakes were excellent restaurants. It was the most cost-effective and satisfying meal during my trip to Hawaii?“

“I am Korean, and was looking for some good kimchi. I was told h Mart's kimchi is okay but banton House is best. So I went there and was pleasantly surprised at some of the offerings they had. This is not a sit-in restaurant. It's simply just a grab-and-go grocer. All different kinds of Korean side dishes and wonderful kimchi. The kimchi is amazing and i would recommend it. Parking is a little tight. The owner is super sweet. Lot of Korean people shop here so that means it's authentic and it's good. They sell large quantities of kimchi in a plastic bag so be prepared, you need a container to put it in.“

“Excellent Korean BBQ! It was recommended by a local- great service and delicious food, great quality, decent portions at a decent price! Need reservations by calling restaurant.“

“Reposted from @hawaiifoodreviews ????? ?????? (?/?? ?)?????: (? ?) Overall we thought the food at Seoul Kimbap was very good. ???? ?????? $?.?? (?:1) is my favorite Kimbap there. I do wish there was some American Cheese though. That would make it perfect! My wife prefers the Spicy Pork Kimbap. She says the Kimbap is the closest to homemade she's had in Hawaii. The wifey was born and raised in Korea so I'll take her word for it. You also get some fish cake soup with each order of Kimbap. I forgot to take a pic because I was excite to have the ?????? ???? $?.?? (? :2) is one of the wifey's faves. It's rich and hearty but balanced out by lots of kimchee. It is a Kimchi Soup of course!.???????? & ??????????: (? ?) We don't usually rate service for takeout but the service is always so friendly and welcoming we had to. It's like one of those friendly mom & pop shops you see on K-drama..????????: Highly recommended. This is one of those places that just make you feel happy and satisfied. They have no IG but are located in Pioneer Plaza at Fort Street Mall.“

“Their Rabokki was amazing. The garlic shrimp was also pretty good, a bit too crunchy for our liking. The portion sizes are very big so it's good to share. But if you went to try multiple Korean dishes it wouldn't be the best place to. Also not many vegetarian options.“

“Good selection of food options. Not the best bbq chicken or bulgogi that I’ve ever had, but I do have to say the sides were absolutely delicious. My personal preference is thinner sliced cucumber for cucumber kimchi, but that’s just me. The lady working in the front was extremely friendly and kind. The place is really small and driving by you could easily miss it.“

“Clean space, nice ambience, great service and solid korean food. You could taste the freshness. Just a little pricey for the amount of food but overall still great. We had the braised kalbi short ribs which was my favorite dish. We did the Combo B and added on Ribeye cap steak. The sides we ordered were the egg souffle and jap chae which were delicous. We will be back.“

“Don't know if it's authentic, but it sure is delicious!!! Everything we ordered was so yummy and full of flavor. Don't know what I'd choose as a favorite because it was all so good! Tried the cheese corn, mandu, seaweed roll, chicken wings, meat jun, kalbi, and bulgogi. Eyeing out to try the rabboki at the next visit.Went on a Friday night, and it was super busy! There was only one server at the beginning, and he was hustling between the people in the restaurant, answering the phone, and packing take out orders. Understandably, getting some of our items took some time, but they were very apologetic and still very friendly.Looking forward to coming again.“

“best place to eat. must try the bimbimbap“

“Good Korean style chicken. Lots of different sauce options. I thought it just had slightly too much breading. I got 10 boneless wings which are considered "half" and it was about $18. Slightly overpriced but that's Hawaii. I would recommend getting something else with the chicken. I got the special sauce and it was good, and it just had a slight kick which was nice. I ordered to go, don't forget to grab the utensils though because it wasn't in the bag.

If you want some Korean Chicken, go check it out. They had some good Korean drinks available too.“

“Amazing hole-in-the-wall! I saw this restaurant while on the way to my hotel in Waikiki and wanted to try it out just based on the pictures displayed on their window. As my first introduction to Honolulu cuisine, the Frog House did not disappoint! My husband and I ordered soups, and initially, I got food envy watching other customers get dishes for their Korean grill. As soon as the spicy beef and vegetable soup I'd ordered arrived, my envy disappeared completely. I only have a week here, but I know I am going back to enjoy another meal at the Frog House! The only downside to this restaurant is the bathroom was not very clean.“

“Found this place on Reddit for good local recommendations. This is a tiny place where you never go in. You order take out ahead of time or right at the opened door. It seems to be super popular and well known and the award stickers in the window can probably attest to that.

The staff is very kind and the service was quite quick.

We had the kal bee and meat jun combination plate. We had no clue that meat jun was a beef fritter so we were going in blind. Both meats were sweet and were very tasty, but I think I would lean towards the meat jun if I had to only choose one. The sauce dripped into the rice below the meats and even made that taste better. The salads that come with the meal also were given some love instead of just plain cabbage being served.

Overall, my only negative is the place was quite pricy. Yes it’s Hawai’i so the cost is higher than the mainland, yes it short-ribs, but the inflation seems to have hit here pretty hard. Everything else about this place deserves high praise.“

“Very good food. We had a party of 11 people and ordered a large variety of dishes and meats. The service was quick and the food was super delicious. I would love to come back and order raw meats to cook myself at the table. Would recommend.“

“What a hidden underrated treasure in Oahu! The dumplings were the best I have ever had and I’m Korean! We got the chicken and veggie dumplings before our hike and seriously the dumpling wrapper is revolutionary! Never had such a thick and chewy dumpling wrapper, it was so delicious and the filling perfectly meaty with chives and their soy sauce with spicy peppers! It was perfection. It is cash only so bring cash! They sell in 20 piece or 35 piece to bring home or can be steamed for you! Will come back next time we are back! Already missing it!“

“I ordered take out Spicy pork plate,
Bulgogi plate, Teriyaki chicken plate.
The food was delicious it came with rice, glass noodles, kimchi, and macaroni salad.
I highly recommend this place.
I will recommend this restaurant to all my friends.
Mahalo,
Jenny“

“Excellent food! Tried the Korean, Spicy Garlic and fried chicken bowl. Just make sure you ask if there are peanuts in the sauce if allergic.“

“Good food and great price. Food is always consistent. Staff/owner are always delightful and helpful.“

“We came here on a Friday afternoon to pickup some takeout for dinner.I got a combination Bbq chicken and Kalbi and my wife got the Meat Jun plate.Banchan veggies were all nicely arranged and everything we got was fresh and delicious. The meats were all good too!Plates were generous and we each got two meals out of it.The workers were polite and the place was really clean. I’d definitely come here again!“

“I've been coming here for years, it's been a little tradition for me and my mom to drop in for some food any time she comes back to visit O'ahu. I haven't been back here for years but I came back tonight to grab some food and the owners and their daughter (i believe) were so happy to see me. The experience made me feel whole and so good inside. It's not long before these hole in the wall old school food places start disappearing. Appreciative of the smiles, awesome food, and soul I feel every time I visit Ohana sushi. I recommend trying it out if you haven't before, make it a tradition and i doubt you'll be disappointed. If you've already been here with good company im sure you understand what I'm talking about. Much love auntie and unko!“

“I lived in Korea for six years. It’s hard to find that perfect beef and leaf joint you remember from your Sam gyup sal days in Korea, but this place can do it.#1. The staff is great. I enjoy seeing them every time I go.#2. They have the soju, the Korean beer, the makgeolli.#3 The BBQ is on point, the sides are delicious and the kimchi is always great.If someone doesn’t like this place, then they don’t like real Korean food. Plain and simple.“

“Fantastic bar b cue place in Mililani Town right next to the fountain. I had the beef and it was delicious. Can out on a cast iron skillet with all the sizzle. Came with the 5 sides that were perfect for the Beef. Solid Korean influence and well prepared meal.

Vegetarian options: Many vegetarian options. I took a photo of the menu

Parking: Huge shopping center but you need to walk a few hundred feet to get to the restaurant

Kid-friendliness: Rice and needle option. Some chicken made to order

Wheelchair accessibility: All ground level. Easy to get around“

“It was ok. Got a mochiko chicken plate since a lot of people seem to have good things to say about it. It was pretty average. The portion size was decent for the price, but the taste wasn’t very memorable. The sides were as expected, except for the kimchee. It was very watery tasting. I tried my friend’s meat jun and that one tasted pretty good. If I ever return again, I would get the meat jun.“

“This place is an institution. Been at this location forever. We really enjoy their Yakiniku Seoul Special. There's enough food for at least 3 people, so it's great value! Please note that for the Special, they cook the food, not you. The side dishes are also delicious. The service here was very fast and friendly, even though it was a busy Friday evening.“

“Love the cute look of this little food truck! You wouldn’t guess it but this is where to get the best garlic shrimp on the island. Big, juicy plump shrimps and a good amount of them on a plate with hot rice and the best Kim chi I've tasted on the island. The two ladies in charge were so kind and even gave us extra rice when they saw I was sharing with my daughter. So kind!“

“This restaurant is in the small food court in Palama market. The galbi was food court quality but still super tasty. The seafood tofu stew and meat jun were both excellent. Wonderful meal with the perfectly cooked rice.Seating is available.“

“The owner and staff here are so friendly.
The chicken sandwich made here is the best chicken sandwich I know.
If you are reading my review, eat the chicken sandwich right now.
It will be one of the best things you've ever done in your life.“

“(Translated by Google) The dumpling soup soup is at the level of Haejang.thick dumpling skinGalbi set meal is very hearty and the side dishes are delicious (bean sprouts, cucumbers, cucumbers, and kimchi)The meat is so thick that it's crazy, and the seasoning is just rightPlease check your order again when ordering.When 4 people ordered, the order they heard together could come out differently (4 people ordered 4, but all 4 people heard, but only 3 were given hahaha)But five stars for the taste!!(Original)만두국 국물이 해장수준임만두피 두꺼움갈비정식 완전 푸짐하고 반찬 맛있음(콩나물 오이 오이김치)육전 미칠정도로 두껍고 간이 딱 좋아요주문할때 다시한번 주문 체크해보시기를...4명이 주문하면서 같이 들었던 주문이 다르게 나올수있음(4개 시킨걸 4명이 다 들었는데 3개만 주심 ㅎㅎㅎ)하지만 맛으로는 별 다섯 !!“

“Absolutely outstanding! This Korean restaurant exceeded all my expectations. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and inviting. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed. The food was simply phenomenal - every dish was bursting with authentic flavors and beautifully presented. The kimchi was perfectly fermented, the bulgogi was tender and savory, and the bibimbap was a delightful mix of textures and tastes. The portion sizes were generous, and the prices were very reasonable for the quality of the food. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for an authentic and delicious Korean dining experience. Five stars all the way!“

“This place offers great grab and go or made to order Korean food in the Lanai food court in the Ala Moana Center. Normally, I'm not impressed with mall food and especially ethnic foods in the mall, but this place does a good job. It is a more contemporary take on Korean food, but it tastes great and reasonably priced for being in a mall. Their Bibimbap is my favorite made to order dish. It is packed with lots of the usual goodies and they offer brown rice for an healthy option. You can also get the japji noodles instead which I prefer since it adds more contrast and extra flavors that match well to the mix. The grab and go selection offers a wide selection of Korean favorites. Their triangle Korean flavors musubi are and excellent quick bite if you don't want much, but got a hunger you need to calm. There are both spicy and mild assorted fillings. A real winner in their grab and go selection is the KFC rice bowl. Piece of Korean fried chicken that are sauced up on hot rice. I recommend the spicy. It isn't that spicy, but just the right kick. The dish is small, but very filling. Probably would be good for a hangover.“

“the korean food is pretty authentic owned by korean family. inside is nothing fancy but the food definitely hit the spot.
we had the short rib galbi and bolgogi mix , which is well marinated with a lot of flavor. the bimbiba is very simple and good portion for one person.
Service is fast. didnt take long for the food to come out, the owner is super nice lady.“

“Absolutely delicious! We’re so glad we found this place! Everything was just amazing, and the owner was so sweet! Fun hole in the wall! We will definitely be back during our vacation & always stop by here on other vacations! I wish I could give it more then 5 stars!“

“Elims has been apart of the Ewa beach shopping center for as long as I can remember. mom and pop shop, cardboard everywhere but still nicely intact, food counter is clean cold drinks are laid out nice and the banchan area is always filled. I thought to come here instead of pearls chain restaurant just to support local cuz id be sad to see them fold.I ordered the classic kalbi & meatjun combo. Now, the reviews may be right about the meatjun. It’s not the best, meat was kinda tough but flavor wise was ok, I’m all about having a good sauce to cover that so i ordered extra meat Jun sauce.Kalbi was freakin good. Way better than pearls because the marinate and smoky taste from the grill comes thru. It’s also not overly sauced up like some places, it just tastes like homemade kalbi cooked on a grill. You don’t need to get the meat Jun, but you gotta get the kalbi.4 sides: 2x mayo potato (always good lil sweet) noodles, and seaweed. Didn’t taste old, very good flavor!Price: $23 and some change cuz I ordered 2 xtra big cups of meat jun sauce lol. Free parking. **NOW TAKES CARD**“

“Great service.Food was great, some of the best curry I've ever had. The girl at the cashier was the best. She made sure they would modify one of their dishes to not include meat, since I am vegetarian. It was the only restaurant on site who was willing to do it, and with a great attitude.Recommend 10/10.“

“This is my GO TO Korean BBQ spot on Oahu.This back alley, cinder block laden restaurant is a no frills spot that serves up some of the best meat selections. Ambiance is rustic, in a Hawaiian sense, and very casual. It can get smoky inside if the place is packed so be prepared to smell like meat and BBQ when you leave.We ordered the Jumolook and pork belly and both were great quality. I love that they provide the sesame oil dipping sauce without mention. All of the sides were very good too and of generous portions.Service is authentic and quick! Don’t expect much unless you’re proficient in Korean, but they’re a lovely staff.“

“Needed to find a new AYCE kbbq place outside of town, and boy does Stadium Camellia not disappoint! We arrived around 545p on a Sunday and needed to wait about 15 mins for a party of 2. Even with an earlier dinner time, the restaurant was packed! Recommend calling in to make a reservation. On just sitting and waiting, we saw 3 servers who were running around taking orders, serving, replace grills, non-stop. Even the owners pitched in here and there to turn around tables or bring out food ingredients. Roomy space with lots of ceiling vents to make it less smoky.

On to the food - the quality of the meats were pretty good. My favorite was the kalbi and garlic pork belly (wowowow was it garlicky ?, sorry for my breath afterwards lol). The servers weren't shy with the portion sizes or checkin in to see if we wanted to place more orders in. For pupus, we had the karaage, mandoo, japchae, and kimchi stew which were all pretty good and came out nice and hot. Next time I'll try some of the fried calamari, as lots of tables had that.

Banchan was placed at the table once seated and were pretty good (and refillable). Be sure to ask for raw garlic and jalapeños to throw on the grill. The closing dessert of samurai blue vanilla ice cream, although super full at that point, was a great close to the meal.

What really won me over was how sharp the scissors were to cut up the meats. It's the little things, cause my pet peeve is when you get blunt scissors that you have to hack through and don't cut - these snipped so smoothly. One con is that they don't serve single diners.

Overall looking forward to our next visit. They have some specials, like birthday, seniors, and military on certain days.“

“10/09/24: My partner suggested we stop by here for Inari and I was very glad we did! We tried 6 different flavors: bulgogi, unagi, kimchi bacon, corn salad, imitation crab salad, spicy ahi. I had trouble figuring out what was my favorite because they were all very tasty. They were all reasonably priced as well. Would definitely stop by here again during our next visit!

Parking: Parking in the garage was fairly easy, but this was on a Wednesday morning/afternoon.“

“As rumored, the cold noodles were delicious!
The soup was like crunchy shaved ice, so cold it was so delicious that I could drink it all.

Pork pancake was like piccata, which is just pork mixed with egg and fried.

If it was a seafood pancake, it would have been like a thinner version of okonomiyaki, so I should have gone with that.“

“Excellent Korean BBQ! It was recommended by a local- great service and delicious food, great quality, decent portions at a decent price! Need reservations by calling restaurant.“

“Delicious food!! Super clean restaurant! Super friendly staff!!“