34 Best Korean Restaurants near Allston

“One of the best full-service restaurants in Boston!“

“For spicy lovers, Gamjatang and Shrimp Papaya Salad are recommended! Must try!!!“

“I go there almost every week because if the amazing food and service. I would definitely recommend the L.A 갈비 ( LA Galbee.) If you are in vacation to Boston, it’s a must go.

Kid-friendliness: Every kid would love this!!!“

“I bought a bulgogi kimbap and a spicy pork kimbap to go today. Both were delicious and came with a small side of salad. I had eaten here before and would recommend getting a combo of the kimbap, tteokbokki, and fishcake soup so you can try a bit of everything. The fishcake soup here is good and a great way to warm up during the cold weather.“

“A gem of a Korean restaurant. Absolutely delicious food, generous portions with fresh ingredients. The food is ready in a very short time. Also great for take out when you don't want to cook. Perillas has become my husband's go to and favorite meal. We are very grateful for such high quality food in our neighborhood.“

“We came there 20 minutes before closing but they served us quickly with take out service. The dumplings were really great, the best I've ever tried. I'm a vegetarian so I ordered teokbokki because there weren't any fish cakes in it but we tasted a strong fish flavour so I assumed there was fish sauce inside, but not mentioned in the menu. I didn't ask for it, so it's partially my bad. But a vegan/vegetarian sign next to the dishes would be appreciated! Service fast and efficient“

“Great Food!!!!“

“Was quick and yummy. Maybe a little salt would be good too“

“Traditional Korean cuisine in a cozy yet elevated setting.

Came here for dinner on LNY. Expected the place to be busy, but there were only a handful of people. The ambiance and curated menu immediately brought to mind Somaek in Downtown, but with a stronger focus on authentic flavors. The menu was a mix of Korean classics—like hearty Kalbi Jjim and kimbap—alongside bar fares such as fried chicken gizzards and grilled conch. Their eclectic offerings made it hard to define a single theme, but Bell 86’s versatility made it equally suited for a fun night out and even a date night.

Favorites: Kalbi Jjim, Grilled Chicken Gizzard. Marinated Raw Shrimp, Honeycomb Rice Wine
Solid: Yun Ja Yook, Fried Chicken Gizzard, Grilled Conch
Decent: Steamed Shrimp, Mung Bean Pancake, Kimbap

From the small plates and shareables, our favorites were the grilled chicken gizzard and marinated raw shrimp. The gizzards, in particular, took us by surprise—we’ve had plenty in Seoul, but the sheer quality here was exceptional, easily some of the best we’ve ever had. With fall-apart tender beef, their signature Kalbi Jjim was another one of our favorites.

As a special LNY treat, we were served a complimentary bowl of Ddeokguk. We didn’t expect much at first, but the broth was surprisingly creamy and rich, with tender beef and dumplings that brought back nostalgic memories of the ones my grandmother used to make every year. On top of that, we also received a couple of free side dishes, which were on par with those from some of the better Korean restaurants I’ve visited in Seoul. Thoughtful touches like these made our evening more special.

For drinks, we went with the trendy honeycomb rice wine, and it was exactly what we hoped for—natural sweetness from the honey added a smooth, mellow depth.

The food menu at Bell 86 may not be overtly creative or inventive, but it offers rare and hard-to-find Korean dishes that set it apart from other restaurants in Boston. It certainly fills a niche I’ve long been searching for in the city, and I’m already looking forward to returning to try their unique lunch specials.“

“So glad I recently learned about OhKDogs! They are SO GOOD - as are the donuts?? We have yet to try the egg sandwiches but I’m sure we’ll get around to it. Today we went in for a free slushie & she gave us each one! She is so so sweet and customer service is amazing. The peach mango slush was really refreshing & my husband is a big grape fan and loved the green grape. Go check them out!“

“Excellent fried chicken. Chicken is of very good quality. Many other places where it is tasty, I find quality of chicken lacking. But here, they do not sacrifice quality or taste. And price is reasonable. Note that parking is a bit difficult since shopnis in main street. Also, only takeout here and it will take time to get your food. So call before at least 30 mins before you reach.“

“Incredible experience! Wait staff were very attentive, friendly and knowledgeable. Food was cooked to perfection for us over a charcoal grill. Very tasty sides dishes. Next time in Boston we will definitely be back. One of our waiters, Jinoh, was in training and gave great service! Hello from Nova Scotia Jinoh!“

“The tangsooyuk was so crispy and warm when brought out. I love love the light sweet and sour that goes with it. Great recommendation from a very lovely waiter!

The two classic noodles we got from a combo. Great portion for a really good price. Jajangmyeon was exactly what I imagined and even better. I ate the whole bowl without feeling bored at any time. Jjamppong’s broth was perfect for a rainy day. Warm, seafood-based broth went really well with the noodles and the toppings.

The restaurant is set in a way than wherever you sit, there is a sense of privacy which I really like. Will definitely come back ?“

“K-Style is a Korean quick service restaurant serving Korean Corndogs and Cupbop.

Staff are friendly, they adapt to the customer's needs and any requests. The corndogs come out quite quickly as well.

The food is good. The corndog is pretty standard and the price is about the same as other places. It's fried pretty well and tastes good, and there's a wide range of sauces available for use.“

“I feel like this is one of the best things that could happen to chicken I love it nice and crispy and sweet the tables and floors are clean and the services is amazing. They should open one up pin hyde park. I tell all my friends to try this chicken they love it

Kid-friendliness: The always speak to the kids and ask them about their day. And smile“

“My fav Korean restaurant in MA! Since it's really hard to find a good Korean restaurant near Boston. I only go to SGD quincy. The servers are very friendly and fast. Attentive to guests. I love every food on the menu, but Korean LA galbi and seafood pancake is another level. Parking space is huge and free. 10/10 restaurant!!! Highly recommended“

“Koy Boston is a fantastic spot that perfectly captures the energy of the city. Living nearby, I love having such a vibrant and bold dining experience just steps away. The flavors in each dish are memorable and unique, and their cooking classes add an extra layer of fun, offering a hands-on experience that brings you closer to the heart of their culinary approach. For anyone visiting the city, it’s a perfect local gem to experience. Highly recommend for anyone wanting a lively, flavorful place with true neighborhood charm!“

“amazing food and great and beautiful girls services“

“Amazing experience every time i’ve been. The last few times Carmen was our server and she was the absolute best!! Catered to our every need, and was super nice and friendly! 🙂‍↕️“

“Saw a picture of Tangsu yuk and had to try it. Tried few other dishes and they were authentic with flavors on point, but somewhat lacking ..
Pork tangsu yuk $28 came with tangsu sauce poured over already, but quickly became dry and very hard, perhaps too much starch in their batter. Tangsu sauce was good.
Jjajang myeon $14 Jjajang sauce flavor was good but again drier than typical jjajang sauce and left noodles not moist even after sauce was mixed in.
Tteok bokki $14 Thoroughly enjoyed! Full flavor and just right amount of spicy kick.
Seating was like the wood church pew chairs, hard as rock , so uncomfortable.
Vibe seemed perfect for solo diners to come and enjoy comfort foods.

Parking: Metered parking lot off central st“

“The real tteokbokki is better than yeoptteok, the kalguksu is really crazy, and the seafood and green onion pancakes are really crispy. Just ㄹㅇ Maddori, please come. The owner is kind and the staff are also kind. It's a really good restaurant. It's so delicious that I forgot to take pictures and finish it all. Please come.“

“This is my go-to place whenever I visit H-Mart food court. We usually visit on weekends and the lady that's always there is so friendly and nice. Very willing to provide extra pickled radishes or to go boxes, or whatever else we might need. It is a food court, and it can get busy, so I'd suggest getting here earlier if you want a table fast as it's first come first server, like any food court.We always get the half and half, whether it be jjajang-tangsooyook or jjamppong-jjajang or whatever else. The portions are great, as you can see in the photos. But the flavor is really good too. Especially on the jjamppong, we love the soup and the noodle. The soup has a kick to it without being overly spicy and has all the flavors of the ingredients infused into it. The noodle soaks up the soup nicely too. And there's a ton of seafood in it as well. Whenever we can, we always get the fried dumplings or goonmandu as well and they are amazing. They are so crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. They pair really well with the food. The tangsooyook is also really good in that the sauce isn't too sweet or tangy and the fried pork in it are also very crunchy.We like this place much better than the one down in Boston, which works out since we can just shop at the H-Mart too (and pick up some delicious egg toast from Oh-K Dog to go).“

“Justin and his team served at my wedding last month and their cooking and service could not have been better. Our friends and family are still talking about their bibimbap- even my Korean grandmother gave her stamp of approval on the taste and authenticity! Thank you guys again- see you soon!“

“Food was great as always. I’m a huge fan of this franchise. I wish this location had marked the individual boxes with each flavor. We ordered a lot of chicken, and everything was there, it was just difficult to differentiate between each of the flavors.“

“Great place to catch up with friends and families. Great food and nice atmosphere..“

“Some of the best Korean food I’ve ever had!! A must visit after a show at Brighton Music Hall“

“Great place for dine-in and take-out! and awesome staff!!!“

“I like the dining experience because it was a birthday, but when it gets busy, the staff gets too occupied and your simple request like rice (like when I did) never came. Make sure to check for how fresh the meat is because my family had some expiring meat or meat left out too long and got sick from it. Otherwise it’s a good time.“

“This site is my number one place. Of all restaurants I know I love it most. I never miss an opportunity to go to visit this place. when I feel like having a proper dinner, this place comes immediately to my head. Great and many types of food and a large menu.courteous crew, and pleasant ambience. Not less important, the bill is modest. I tell about this place with pleasure.“

“Burrito was delish. Crispy fries were awesome. Will be back again to try something else.“

“The food is excellent, everything is made in house as far as I can tell. The ban chan is always unique and creative. Obviously their Bibimbap is to die for, but their Korean Grill items keep me coming back. The pork belly is divine!! The owners/chefs are probably the sweetest people I have ever met and treat us like family. What a treat to eat!!“

“The bone-in-wings are off the hook!“

“I ordered beef bibmbom and beef kimchi soup and Tangcurou and requested delivery. But I couldn’t find where is my food after website showed delivered. I was so disappointed about the delivery service. Then I called the restaurant and they help to redo a new set for me. There are really good service and perfect food. Really appreciate the restaurant.“

“Was looking for a quiet place to get breakfast and this one was the closest to North Station. Simply put, you walk in, choose either a breakfast sandwich or 4 item meal, pay for it then go to the counter when it's ready where it's handed to you on a paper plate. You sit down at a bench and stools and eat. Meal cooked correctly, no complaints. Easy: order, pay, pick up, eat“