41 Best Korean Restaurants near Columbia

“So this is my new favorite place in Columbia. Oh my goodness. What a gem. It’s literally so delicious. I’m so thankful I stopped in. Every bite was better than the last. I think I could eat this every day. Spicy, sweet, savory, tasty.

I had the beef cup bap, miso soup, and a small side of cucumber kimchi!“

“Ever since my husband and I tried out Bon Chon, KFC had a whole new meaning for us. Colonel Sanders should stand aside. Korean Fried Chicken is the bomb!!!“

“This is my favorite chicken joint in HoCo! The strips have the best flavor and if I bought them every time I craved them I’d be as big as a house. I have some minor suggestions for a better experience but none of them take away from how good the food is. 1, I wish you could get a meal with a boba tea. My husband always wants one with his food. 2, The parking lot is small and busy with very little turn around space which can be tricky during peak times. 3, sometimes they forget extra sauces in to-go orders (everywhere does this though), but the last time I carried out the young man at the counter was very accommodating and offered even more sauce if that wasn’t enough. And finally 4, I swear the spice level is different every time I order, lol. It’s fine, it’s not a problem for me but I can see it being a problem for others. Sometimes I get mild and it’s perfect, sometimes it’s not spicy at all, and occasionally my lips will be on fire for 30 min after eating. I’ll continue to daydream about the delicious chicken here and after writing this I think I’ll order today. Yum!

Parking: It’s in a strip with other stores and there is some competition for spots sometimes.

Kid-friendliness: Good size tables for families. Nice vibrant fun decor.“

“Great place! Welcoming and friendly. The seafood pancakes are delicious.“

“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!“

“Everything at this place is recommended!“

“Love this place so much, we go about once a week. I do wish they were open a bit later because it can be a time crunch to make it there after work, but I get it. The food is flawless, I haven't ordered anything that wasn't delicious.“

“Awesome spot. Food was great. Service was great. Will be back and would recommend 100%“

“Had an impromptu lunch here today, even though we have been wanting to come for a while. The atmosphere was quiet and calm. We sat down and ordered. Some fresh hot tea was also on my list and it was a perfect start. Everything was hot, fresh, and so delicious. The added sides from them added to the complexity of the dishes and paired deliciously. The cold noodles in beef broth were so refreshing. My husband loved the spicy squid and the seafood pancake was crispy and delicious. We cannot wait to come back again! Everything was very well priced and the serving sizes were a bit on the larger side.“

“I stopped by on a Thursday night to meet a friend. My first time eating here but it won’t be my last. I had the soondae tteokbokki and it was delicious but the variety Korean jeon… I’ll be back just for that. Please be mindful that the Korean ‘pancakes’ are savory and not sweet. I’ll definitely be back to try the rest of the menu.“

“Love love love this place! Great price and very low key place. Great homemade meals it almost feels like especially with the ambiance. I highly recommend this place, great to come for lunch and dinner!“

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

“The salads here are very gourmet and if you come here you'll love it😋“

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

“Overall, the food was tasty and the staff were friendly. I especially enjoyed the grilled mackerel. The hot stone bibimbap was too oily for me, though. I get that they probably added extra oil to keep it from burning, but it ended up being a bit too greasy and I couldn’t finish it. The place was a little on the dark side inside, but overall, it was a nice meal.“

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

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

“Was hesitant to order because of some recent reviews but decided to order anyway. Glad I did it was so good was greeted very friendly and food was delicious ( chicken bulgogi) Kinda pricey but so is everything right now. My portion was large enough for leftovers so it’s worth it! Hidden gem!“

“Great food awesome atmosphere“

“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.“

“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“

“Korean and Mexican flavors unite in a symphony of deliciousness! Brace yourself for the mind-blowing Korean chicken burger that'll make your taste buds groove. With its crispy, golden exterior and a saucy harmony of Gochujang and Mexican slaw, each bite is a flavor explosion that'll have you singing, "¡Olé, spicy goodness!" Prepare for a food adventure that'll make your palate dance to the Bebop beat! 🎵🔥🍔“

“Their sign caught our eye; the restaurant we were looking for had closed. What a great find! The food was absolutely fantastic - the portions are large and the staff was kind to my three kids.“

“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.“

“Had an incredible meal tended to by Winnie. She made the dining experience even better with her recommendations and how she cooked the food at the table. Everything was delicious, great atmosphere. 5 stars for sure!“

“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.“

“Love their kimchi beef so much! Always coming back for more!!“

“Service is a bit slow, but the food is mostly good. I got a shrimp tempura salad with spicy mayo and added avocado. The bowl was stuffed, which is great but also made it a bit difficult to eat, especially with the shrimp tempura on top. I wish the shrimp tempura was pre-cut into smaller bitable pieces. I ended up taking my bowl home and dumping it into a bigger dish, so that I could easily eat it. My aunt ordered vegetable bibimbap, which was okay. The rice was very plain.“

“Food: Honey Garlic Wings 🍗
Comments: This was one of the best Korean fried chicken I've had in Maryland so far. I highly recommend trying the honey garlic wings if it's your first time. The breading-to-meat ratio was perfect, and the wings were deliciously crunchy. I'll definitely be back!“

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

“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!“

“Absolutely the best Asian food I've ever tried! Every bite at Kokoyami is a delightful journey of flavors and freshness. The staff is always warm and welcoming, making each visit feel special. I can't recommend this place enough—it's a true gem that never fails to brighten my day. If you're craving authentic, delicious Asian cuisine, Kokoyami is the spot to visit. Can't wait to go back and indulge again!“

“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.“

“Delicious food. I had the Dolsot Bibimbap with bulgogi and my husband had their bulgogi ramen and both were scrumptious. Their gyoza appetizer was yummy too! Service was fine and the atmosphere was refined without being too formal. Good all around!“

“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“