50 Best Korean Restaurants near Hackensack

“Really enjoyed the food from Bloom Chicken.

The small boneless chicken was honestly huge and the chicken was super crispy. The spicy rice cakes were way better than I expected — especially since I don’t usually like rice cakes.

The only thing keeping this from a 5-star review is that it came with no radish, no dipping sauce, nothing on the side.

For $14 for a small order, I’d expect at least some radish, I’d also give up a few pieces of chicken for radish.

Also, it’s definitely more of a take-out spot — the covered patio is nice but not heated, therefore I ate my food in the car since it was cold.

Overall though, really solid food and an easy 4-star meal.“

“I’ve been coming to SGD Dubu So Gong Dong Tofu & Korean BBQ for years, and it never disappoints! The food is always delicious, comforting, and consistent—especially the tofu soup and LA Galbi. The flavors are authentic, the portions are generous, and the staff is always warm and welcoming.

It’s one of those rare spots that stays just as good no matter how many times you visit. Easily one of my go-to Korean restaurants!“

“I recently moved to the area and Ive been on the hunt for the best food in the area - one of which was finding my new go to korean fried chicken place. This place did not disappoint and the high reviews left here are worth the hype. Ordered the spicy soy garlic + fries combo and it was deeeelicious. Fresh, hot, with the perfect amount of spice and the wings are bigger than what you'd get at a chain fried chicken restaurant. I also upgraded my fries to the truffle parmesean - truffle isnt as outstanding of a flavor but the parm was pretty good. The service is also so nice! Ill definitely be back to try their other food~“

“Fantastic, such a convenient place with great late night hours!“

“We were so fortunate to have such a wonderful server assist us Chad. His attentiveness throughout the meal was truly remarkable. They offered excellent recommendations with a genuine smile. Every request was handled promptly and with great care. It's clear they take pride in providing exceptional service. We truly appreciated their positive and welcoming demeanor. Our experience was elevated significantly thanks to their efforts. We wholeheartedly recommend this establishment based on their outstanding hospitality.“

“Usually I do delivery or take out but decided to order by going inside today. The cashiers Jordan and Julian (sorry, not sure of correct spelling) were so kind to me. They complimented my tattoos and Jordan was so attentive to my order. When I asked for the receipt for my scrapbook, they made me feel so happy. We even had a cool conversation about our scrapbooking hobby. Julian even offered a sticker. They looked so cool and had even cooler vibes. Thank you both so much for making my day“

“Love this please try the tasting menu with friends so delicious!“

“Amazing, unique and delicious food in a very cozy setting. Be prepared to meet your neighbors as you adventure through one delicious plate after another.“

“very good food excellent service great bbq fj“

“The food is delicious😊“

“lots of food for a good price!“

“Seoul Salon, as described by them, is a Sool Jib inspired Korean restaurant with a modern take on Korean alcohol and Korean foods.

The vibe itself was nice, dim but not too loud, even with the edm/club music playing. The tables can feel a bit cramped, but it wasn't overbearing and we could talk even with all the background noise.

The food was phenomenal, well priced and well portioned for sharing. We got the octopus kimbap, soy scallop with gim rice, and the raw marinated crab noodles.

The Banchan was a ramen snack with ketchup, a good palate cleanser and tasty.

The octopus kimbap was good, we didn’t think it was outstanding but it did taste good. The octopus was a bit uneven in the dish though, as some of our pieces had no octopus while others had a lot.

The raw marinated crabs were a highlight, with a large portion of noodles accompanying it. As per their instruction, we mixed the raw crab meat into the noodles, which elevated the already tasty crab and noodles to make a spicy yet delicious noodle dish. The spice was a little on the spicier side, but nothing too spicy.

A highlight was the soy scallop with gim rice. It had a great taste to it, a great portion of scallop, and each part of the dish worked perfectly together.

The price is also really good for all the food we got, probably one of the highest quality meals we've gotten at the price we paid.“

“Very good food. Great service, friendly staff and waitress. I recommend the fried chicken, and the kimchi fried rice. The black sesame pudding, as a dessert, was insanely delicious and buttery. Super good.
Brussel sprouts were very tasty. Tteokbokki dish was very interesting and a good interpretation of a creamy, rich pasta-like dish (a bit like a creamy Mac & cheese with everything seasoning). Enjoyed every dish.
Matcha beer was fine, but would opt for a regular beer or cocktail next time.“

“The care and creative that’s put into each dish is superb. The pre-fix is an excellent deal. And it’s fam friendly even though the food is avant-garde in style. Nice service.“

“This is the todo spicy Kim chi hot pot & The rice cakes with vegetables and Tofu“

“Amazing food and wonderful friendly service. Even our youngest kid found something he liked (soy-ginger chicken wings and they were delicious!) We tried several different tapas and entrées and they were all great.“

“after my sister’s graduation, we decided to go to Olle, making same day reservations for 8 people. A staff texted us to confirm and was accommodating when we said one more person was coming (and if we needed a high chair for the child). The servers were very friendly and spoke korean, checked up on our tables if we needed anything and if we needed refills for the banchan (there was some tteokbokki too). The hot soups/stews were comforting and delicious. The bibimbap was so pretty (my sister finished that and cleaned the bowl lol). And the cold noodles were great too! it wasn’t too loud so we didn’t have to yell at each other. It was my third time here but for everyone else it was their first and their experience here left a good impression!“

“This was one of the most memorable meals I've had. All the staff were so smiley and welcoming. We each got a welcome drink and shimp snacks; small but packed with flavors. Then we were directed to our table which was prepared with an envelope with the menu inside. We were so excited and our expectations were through the roof!

The dishes did NOT disappoint! Oh my goodness their first course, the yellowtail, was so delicious! The combination of the Gochujang and buttery yellowtail really brought up our appetite. My personal favorite course was the lobster. The AROMA of this dish just made me salivate I secretly wanted to speed up with service so I could dive in! and it was so scrumptious indeed! The main dish, the steak, was actually a big surprise as well because the cookery of the meat was so good even though this place is not a steak house. One of our company is from Texas and he was very impressed.

I can talk about the food forever but what I have to mention was the service here. The staff were so warm, so welcoming, and very attentive to details. Every time someone left the table, the staff would come and refold our napkins. I also noticed that they would serve the food only when everyone was seated, and would clear the dishes when everyone finished. The pace of the courses was also great! 2+ hours went by so fast we thought it was just an hour. They also gave us a small bag with some memorabilia. It was such a wonderful meal for a celebration.

Highly highly recommended!“

“Amazing experience tonight enjoying the bar menu. The team created a pitch perfect vibe, it felt like I was at a dinner party with friends (who just happen to be wizards at food and wine tasting menus). The service was exceptional: friendly and familiar yet still very high standard when it came to the details just as any other restaurant of this level. The food had some really standout dishes and the drinks pairings were so boldly experimental and amazing. I won't soon forget my experience at Atomix.“

“We came at 5 PM on a Wednesday and it was calm and peaceful. The food tasted clean with a focus on the ingredients natural flavor. The chicken was fried very well and it's taste was fairly light with a hint of MSG. The galbi-jjim was tender and youll find yourself dipping it back in the sauce after each bite. Nothing was excessive in flavor which might be a downside for someone expecting heavy pocha style flavors. Even the kimchi wasn't too sour and had a crunch to it. It's unique and healthy, plus the place is gorgeous and a great place for a date.“

“Our experience at Hojokban was such a blast! The food is delicious, staff is friendly in a cute and cozy environment. The go to dish is definitely Hojok Galbi, it’s very flavorful and the meat is so tender falling off the bone. A must try dish if it’s your first time! Octopus tteokbikki is good too, spicy and sweet to open up the appetite. We finish the meal with a tiramisu with orange flavor twist, it wasn’t too sweet, just enough to refresh your palette! Would come back to try more for sure :)“

“Beautiful it an amazing place and genesis is my dream car the bloom tonic was amazing all the cars are so cute the staff is amazing never had the food to expensive without knowing how it truly taste but the overall car experience is so worth checking out if u are in ny“

“visit this place twice this month, the kids love it a lot. many different type of rice cakes 🍠 yam rice cake us my favorite 😍“

“Food is the BEST. I love the tripe soup a lot, the rice wine, and the bulgogi. They provided some cold dishes like kimchi in the beginning which also tastes amazing. I love this place so much and the owner (I think) is super nice and friendly.“

“We had dinner reservations with 2 other couples and chose the premium all you can eat option - it is well worth it. Quality and service (our server was Mario) is 10 out of 10. Highly recommend for families and/or friends. Excellent halal option.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ One of My Favorite Korean Restaurants! Seoul BAP is not just another Korean restaurant — the food is absolutely amazing! Every dish is full of rich, authentic Korean flavors with a modern twist. It’s truly one of the best Korean dining spots in the city. The cocktail menu is just as exciting — featuring creative drinks that perfectly match the vibe and flavor of the food. 🍹 Spicy Passionfruit Margarita – bold and vibrant with a Korean-inspired kick. 🥃 Bourbon Bee Hive – smooth, rich, and full of depth. 💜 Lavender Skies – crafted with premium gin infused with butterfly pea flower and lavender, finished with a touch of Amaro — simply elegant. And the newest favorite everyone’s asking for: 🌺 Midnight Hibiscus – a hibiscus-infused vodka cocktail with elderflower and gentle sweetness. It’s beautifully balanced and pairs perfectly with Seoul BAP’s contemporary Korean cuisine. Best enjoyed with Taylor Swift’s Opalite playing in the background! 🎶✨ Come check out Seoul BAP — where Seoul meets style, flavor, and good vibes all in one place.“

“Great times and great ambience!“

“I enjoyed the BBQ here. Our server is super friendly. Haven't eaten BBQ in a while so we all crave for it and it's a perfect time to take my son's gf who visited us here in NY. Definitely recommend this restaurant. We all enjoyed it. Cheers 🥂🍾🥓🥩“

“Great place to decompress, Service is A+.“

“Brilliant Korean spread at Cho Dang Gol in midtown Manhatten. Specializes in tofu dishes so we plumped for the spicy tofu hotpot but also ordered some tasty beef and zucchini pancakes and spicy gochujang chicken. This eatery features on the Michelin guide and is always packed, and rightly so! Maybe a little on the sweeter side for my taste but isn’t everything in the USA? 😜 Regardless, it was stupid tasty and we inhaled everything“

“so fresh. highly recommend everything on the menu is so good“

“This spot is a bit of a hole in the wall. It's cozy but elegant. One thing to note, is it's definitely Korean forward cuisine vs. Japanese which does contribute to the overall flavor profiles. We got the 5 hand roll set along with the scallop crudo and Janchi Guksu. For the handrolls the fatty tuna was a favorite, while the shrimp was a miss. It was like a cold shrimp salad. The scallop crudo was delicious, and the Janchi Guksu was a little too fishy for my taste.
Overall this place is worth giving a try, but I think I may personally stick to Japanese handrolls.“

“Plenty of parking, good food, good vibes.“

“All the side dishes were great, especially the oyster kimchi was the real highlight 🦪🙆‍♀️

Everything tasted super fresh, and you have to try the galbijjim and braised kimchi with pork bones 🥹 so good! The galbijjim is a bit spicy 🌶️ but it balances the richness perfectly :)

Great atmosphere too 🙌 perfect for bringing your parents :)
Next time, I’m getting the galbijjim with noodles and fried rice for sure! 😋“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Came to KPOT BBQ for the food and left raving about the entire experience. The food was great, fresh, flavorful, and exactly what you hope for when you walk into a place like this. But somehow the service was even better. Shoutout to Stella, our server, who absolutely made the night. Attentive, friendly, funny, and on top of everything without ever hovering. She handled our table like a pro and cooked some of our food for us too! , even while I was clearly having the time of my life and probably making a bit of a spectacle of myself. Stella, if you’re reading this, thank you for making an already great meal unforgettable. And if by some chance you felt the same good vibes, feel free to reach out. Either way, KPOT BBQ has a customer for life.“

“This restaurant honestly deserves more than one Michelin star!!!!

From the beautiful interior to the stunning plating, everything was amazing—and the food tasted absolutely heavenly. Even the word “luxury” feels too small for this place.

If anyone asks me for a Michelin restaurant recommendation in New York, this would be my number one pick without hesitation. For a special day with a special person, you really don’t need to think twice about where to go.

It was the happiest birthday meal I could have asked for, and one I’ll never forget.
I’m already trying to book another reservation soon. It was even better than I expected.“

“Got the half mozzarella, half beef dog with the potato coating and it hit the spot. Super crispy on the outside, cheesy and juicy on the inside. It is one of those things where you take a bite and immediately want another.

Edit: I wish it came with a full beef dog instead of just half, and the kimchi fries didn’t include enough fries or kimchi for what we paid.“

“literally the only reason i still live in nj. need i say more????

tl;dr- korean, grew up eating homemade korean food and kbbq in the backyard

wooga is insanely mind-blowing. i usually write really long reviews, but words can’t describe how amazing wooga is. the food is top notch quality, everyone is always so kind and attentive.

i never leave my house, but when i do, it’s to go to wooga 🙏🏼🙏🏼“

“I love this place! This small take out only restaurant is fast, friendly, delicious and very affordable! The husband and wife team have it streamlined. I only wish they were opened more days and more hours as they only cater to a M -F lunch crowd and school children.“

“This place was on my bucket list and the wait on Monday night wasn’t too bad. We waited for 20 minutes and got seated right away. The food was comforting and the dweji gomtang lives up to its reputation. I would say it was not as good as I expected it to be but it was still very delicious.“

“The food was delicious , service and staff were so attentive and accommodating , conveniently located a few blocks from Time Square .It is definitely a must in your next visit to NY .“

“delicious food, unparalleled attention, I really recommend it 100%“

“This food Court has Korean food for under $12. Everything is pre made. You can warm the food up in the microwave. There are tables to eat at. We got beef bulgogi , fish cake, kimbap and tokayi. It was a decent meal for the price“

“Korean marinated crabs, shrimp, abalone and other more tradition dishes as well as a seafood tower. The bagged drinks were good, but preferred the simple sweet rice drink. The place is packed and smells great, but pretty loud. Gloves are provided to handle the marinated items, also ordered pork stew, rice chirashi and pancakes. Ok service, a bit lagging to get the bill and pay.“

“I LOVE this place!! Best lunch spot in the garment district by far—this has been my go-to lunch for office days. Everything’s delicious but I especially love the spicy pork and bulgogi ssams (you can do half and half which is amazing). My coworkers also really love the tofu ssam. They’re refreshing, healthy, and super filling. All the sauces are equally delicious too! Plus there are Korean pear and grape juices that are so full of flavor. It is a ghost kitchen, so there’s not much seating to eat inside, but I was always taking my order back to my office so it didn’t matter to me.

I cannot recommend this place enough—I’ve been turning all my coworkers onto this hidden gem! Switching jobs soon so I won’t be in the neighborhood, and going to miss this place a bunch! Will definitely be back anytime I’m back in the area. Thank you Gary for everything!!“

“This place is seriously amazing! The portions are huge — honestly enough for two people — and the prices are super affordable. On top of that, the food tastes great. Everything is well-seasoned and fresh. Definitely great value for the money. I’ll be coming back for sure (๑˃̵ᴗ˂̵)♡“

“My first time here and the girl working there was good with helping me choose a kimchi, although I was disappointed that sampling wasn’t an option, especially for the price that they’re charging. Very happy with my choice of radish kimchi, but it’s pretty expensive and not a place I could go to regularly.“

“I came here with family on the night of the snowstorm so I made an early dinner reservation to beat the storm. Love was recommended by a friend as I wanted some real good Korean BBQ. It was such a great experience. I wish I remembered my waiters name because he answered a lot of questions my brother had because he and my niece are new to Korean BBQ. It did not disappoint. Everything was great. I like that they give you each a tray with different sauces. They were polite in asking when could they cook other meats we ordered. Some places don’t talk and just do it. We ordered a lot of food so I like when they pace themselves. It was a really good experience and I will definitely be back!“

“I want to say this place was great in food, vibes, and coziness. This is a great definition of a mom and pop restaurant.

Firstly the food.
I had the bulgogi bento. The bulgogi looked, smelled, and tasted amazing. It had the normal bulgogi flavor with that nice hit of smokiness almost like wokhay from Chinese cooking. I loved each bite as the smokiness hit my mouth and nose. The sides of the bento was good too, the dumplings were nice and crunchy with a nice but just a tad bit bland filling, tho to be fair the filling is fairly standard for korean dumplings. The kimichi is what I prefer, which is the more freshly made kind. And the rice was cooked as I expected from a Korean restaurant, which is good. The salads were fine again its a salad, but it was nice that they added kale to the salad adding this bit of variety. The salad dressing was sweet and a bit tangy, mostly sweet which I do like since I have a sweet tooth.

The other bento was the shrimp tempura, I did get one of the shrimp tempura and it was good. The crunchy and breading was nice and you had the shrimp flavor that was still there.

Finally the tteokbokki. It was great. The rice cakes were chewy and soft and the fish cakes were soft and not mushy. The flavor of the sauce was great too, it had this nice umami to it and was the perfect level of spicy to enjoy.

The price for the food was also reasonable. Both bento costed roughly $18 each and the tteokbokki costed $12. They also had an interesting line up of drinks that was nice.

All this aside I want to also note how cozy and welcoming it felt. The lady that was serving us was very kind and caring. She even asked about how the addition of kale to the salad was because it was a new addition that they changed because people liked kale. I really liked that attention to detail. The store was medium sized with some odds and ends here and there but that added to the charm of the place.

I went on a Thursday during lunch time and it had a good amount of business via pick up but I was there alone with the person I was with dining in.

Overall as a Korean I think this place hits better then certain places in mind the food was good and the atmosphere was comforting.

I do regret not trying some of the other menu items I guess I have to return for some more.

For the sake of Google reviews I gave everything a 5. My personal score may be closer to a 4.4 which is high for my own personal score“