23 Best Korean Restaurants in Ellicott City

“Everything at this place is recommended!“

“Went here for my daughter’s birthday dinner because she loves korean food and it is just like what we have with my family get togethers. I had never been here before and didn’t know what to expect. The portions are huge and we shared everything with four people (two kids and two hungry pre-teens). We got the Kimchi Pa Jun, dukboki (no cheese or fish cakes), Chicken Ban Ban in Korean sauce, bulgogi (comes with a bowl of rice), mandu, and the spicy sushi combination (3 rolls). I couldn’t believe how large the portions were! Everything was so flavorful and definitely reminded me of eating with my extended family when we had large get togethers. In addition to our order, we also got banchans (sides) of kimchi, potato, green beans, bean sprouts, and tofu. The server (maybe owner?) was so sweet and nice and reminded me of my aunts. The location is not right on 40 like the other restaurants in this area, but it’s not far off. The location wasn’t super busy with people (Wednesday night), but they seem to do well with takeout orders. Will definitely be back for some traditional korean food!“

“If you're looking for great Korean food, Kim Bob Na Ra is a fantastic spot to satisfy your cravings. The moment you step in, the warm ambiance and friendly staff make you feel right at home.
Food: 9/10
The menu offers a wide variety of traditional dishes, with a special focus on kimbap. Each roll is made fresh, packed with vibrant vegetables, savory proteins, and seasoned rice, all wrapped in seaweed. The flavors are authentic, and you'll appreciate the attention to detail in every bite.

Service: 8/10
Service at Kim Bob Na Ra is prompt and attentive without being intrusive. The staff is knowledgeable about the menu and happy to recommend dishes based on your preferences.

Overall: 9/10
Kim Bob Na Ra is a must-visit for anyone who loves Korean cuisine or wants to explore it for the first time. The combination of fresh ingredients, authentic flavors, and a welcoming atmosphere makes for a delightful dining experience. I can't wait to return and try more dishes!“

“I know this place is right next to hot pot hero AND honeypig, but if you haven't had sundubu (or even if you have elsewhere) you've got to try it here. It's top notch, and my wife and I have tried quite a few sundubu places. Other food looks great too, but I'll never not order sundubu.“

“I had steamed monkfish.. There are no real good restaurants in ELLICOTT CITY, where I live now. There is no restaurant that is particularly good at steamed monkfish. However, I ate delicious monkfish for the first time in a while at Hyeban. I love braised monkfish, and for the first time in a long time, I ate it very deliciously. The portion is huge.. If two people come, you can really eat the monkfish to the fullest.. Above all, the service is really the best.. The servers are great. Very friendly.. The female server named EUNJEA was really friendly.. I went there for the first time and asked a lot of questions about the menu, but she responded very kindly and kindly.. I also like the spacious space.. The tables were close together. I like it because it doesn't exist.. The last thing I want to say is that the food at this place is not crazy delicious. It's more than average, so don't come with high expectations.“

“Snow Ice and Gimbap. Next time I’m trying the Rice Cake Ramen.“

“This place has the best fried chicken in Baltimore area.“

“Had the Dumbling Ramen and it was very good. It was spicier than I expected but I’m not bothered by such things; gave it a nice surprising kick. Comes in a metal bowl on hot pad, so be warned it will be quite hot at first and may need to let it cool a little before eating.“

“It is not mainstream and gives the vibes of walking in to a Korean restaurant into an authentic family owned restaurant in Korea.

Have been here several times and loved it every single time.

Its not flashy, it's not upscale, and it's busy. The people there hardly speak english, but everything is so authentic. They serve barley tea, they have onion salad, and it makes you know that they are legit.

Please don't go here if you are in a rush, looking for something fancy, or are not patient to work past the language barrier.

Do go here if you love authentic food, a personable experience, and friendly staff.“

“Looking for authentic Korean cuisine? This is the place.

Very authentic from food selection, drinks offered, to interior atmosphere, wall decorations and the service. There is nothing fancy here, only hearty Korean vibes and food here. Everything is reasonably priced given the shareable size portions of each order. If you understand Korean culture, you will know how authentic this place is and will not complain about the service. It was good service to my opinion 😉

Definitely recommend @WineDinenVacay“

“Highly recommended Food are not expensive“

“great place to hang out and have some fantastic Korean munchies. very friendly service!“

“We stopped by for Thai food but noticed an abundance of Korean restaurants in the mall. After a quick Google Maps check, we chose this one—and it did not disappoint! The authenticity was evident, with all the staff being Korean and only a few speaking English.

The food was excellent for the price. We ordered the special combination for two, which was more than enough for three—my husband, teen son, and me. The highlight was the thick pork belly: it looked greasy at first, but once grilled and cut into bite-sized pieces, it was incredible. The fat rendered out, leaving the meat perfectly crispy and chewy.

The two men also shared a seafood pancake, while I was already satisfied with the small dishes—like the steamed egg and soup—that came with the meal.“

“This place is perfect and so fun everytime! We can't go to the DC area without hitting it 👌“

“Our favorite restaurant in Ellicot City. Hope they stick with same chefs.“

“Great service, it's an over the counter restaurant, how much can you expect? I only come for soondae guk combo. I used to live near the Annandale Seoul Soondae. Always loved soondae guk. This dish isn't for everyone, but if you love hardy Spicey soup. This dish might be for you. Even though this is the only place I know of that sells this soup around the area. I still think it is worthwhile for my craving.“

“Good food with good service! I ate there several times as someone new to Korean food and enjoyed and left satisfied! I had the kimchi pancake, steamed eggs, and other dishes during my visits! All good experiences with good food! This place is worth a visit and worth a drive to try out Korean cuisine!“

“Our favorite place for Sushi. Had carry out tonight due to CoronaVirus quarantine and it was fantastic as usual. Can't wait until this comment is completely outdated (and things are back to normal again).“

“Best Korean fried chicken wings ever!!! The house sauce was gold! The rice is legit! I had to edit my review because the second time we came the service was not so great. Great food but the server we initially got has to work on her attitude. She kept ignoring me and my partner when clearly we were here before other guest. She ended up taking the other guest order first. Not a big deal but the slow service did it for me. I recommend take out.“

“I've avoided this place for over 10 years because I remember it being very expensive and instead frequented the AYCE alternatives. However, I decided to give it another shot last weekend and was surprised by how great the food and service was, and the price wasn't too bad either!

Highly recommend the bone-in ribs. Cold noodles were very bland. Steamed egg was bland as well but the hot temperature and fluffy texture made it taste good.“

“I ordered the Seafood Jaengban Chajang and Shrimp Kanpunggi to treat a young guest at home. He absolutely loved both dishes and said it was a completely new Chajangmyeon experience. I highly recommend these two dishes to anyone looking to impress guests with a delicious meal at home. Of course, the rest of the menu is excellent as well.“

“Delicious chicken, as spicy as you want. Great kimchi and cold beer. Perfect“