50 Best Korean Restaurants near Oakland Gardens

“If you want Korean fried chicken that’s not a chain and actually has laid back vibes please come here. Chicken is always ridiculously fresh and overall it’s a great spot for friends

Parking: It’s shared between the other venues in the area. Most of the time it’s full but might be just enough for one car to find parking. Never had to wait long for a spot“

“We've been there a couple of times before and the food was good. One time I was there about 2 months ago and the food was not so good. I was there again today and the Korean short ribs and all of the accompaniments we ordered were excellent“

“Really good food. Unique service and prices are the best. I totally recommend if you want a real Korean bbq. I travel from Connecticut to flushing NY totally worth it.“

“This was one of the places my friend who moved to LA had to come back to during her visit.

They have the best rice cake and sausage (소떡소떡) I’ve had from a chicken shop. The rice cake is the perfect level of crispiness. The sausage is a normal Frankfurt sausage instead of the Korean ones but it’s still okay because their sauce is perfect. Even before eating the chicken, I can tell this is going to be amazing. They have great combo deals which are great for groups and they also give free Cajun fries (which are also good and fresh) a review! Definitely worth trying.“

“If you're craving a comforting bowl of soondubu soup, this place delivers. The tofu is super soft and silk, and theres the option to switch white rice for purple rice! The ambiance is casual, perfect for grabbing a meal with groups. Big plus for the parking in the back.“

“Nice soup 🍜 delicious .....“

“Authentic, Korean hole-in-the-wall with both classic and unique dishes to try. From pork belly & galbi to eel, duck, and intestines, there's something for everyone. We especially especially enjoyed the set menu with the beef stomach & duck that came out with some delicious complimentary sides like steamed eggs & soup. Delicious banchan and amazing service. Highly recommend!“

“The food was great. Ended up here last minute, couldn’t find anywhere open and this place didn’t disappoint. I would eat here again the chef knows his flavors not heavy on anything just perfectly seasoned. Also I have to mention, was confused why no one would come to the table but there is a button on the table that’s labeled press for staff, it should say press to order“

“💯 Phenomenal experience! 🤩
This spot is a hidden gem. All their meat is sourced from HAL&AL, and you can taste the quality in every bite. It's a family-owned business, and the warmth and hospitality from the staff truly make you feel at home 👏.

🍗 Fried chicken? Perfection.
Crispy, juicy, and cooked with care—every piece is made to order and seasoned just right. They offer a wide variety of sauces for both sandwiches and wings, so you can customize your meal to your taste 😋.

🧑‍🍳 The team went above and beyond to guide us through the menu, offering helpful suggestions and making sure we were completely satisfied. You can tell they take pride in what they do.

🇰🇷 If you're craving Korean fried chicken or Korean comfort food, this is the place to be. Big shoutout to the owners and chefs for creating such a welcoming and delicious experience!“

“Delicious food! Great addition to forest hills. Friendly staff“

“I recently visited Adam’s Chicken, and I’m already counting down the days until I can go back. I ordered the half fried chicken with sweet spicy sauce, and it was absolutely fantastic—crispy on the outside, perfectly juicy inside, and the sauce had the ideal balance of sweetness and heat.

The real surprise, though, was the creamy pasta with cod roe. Rich, silky, and packed with flavor, it was one of the best fusion pasta dishes I’ve ever had. It paired so well with the chicken that I’d recommend getting both.

And I can’t forget the homemade chips with a dried-shrimp dip. I honestly can’t even explain how good it was—unique, savory, and addictively delicious. It’s the kind of dish you keep thinking about long after the meal is over.

Overall, Adam’s Chicken delivers incredible flavors, great portions, and a memorable dining experience. Highly recommend!“

“This was my first experience dining at a Korean BBQ venue. There is plenty of variety between the buffet choices for the hot pot soup and the BBQ grill and the sides. I really enjoyed the hot pot soup I’m not a fan of cooking/grilling my food at a restaurant. Armando the server went above and beyond to explain and tend to us.“

“this is my favorite restaurant on the planet. the brisket is amazing. if I could eat at one restaurant for the rest of my life it would be this one. I also have a gluten allergy and love that they clearly label what the gluten free options are on the menu.“

“My friend and I wanted some warm soup in the cold winter, so we found this gem around the area!

Really quick service and the owner was so considerate and sweet.

We got the army stew, seafood pancake and steamed dumplings (also can order as fried). Everything hit the spot and we even had enough as leftover to take home as two people eating!

Definitely a really good lunch/dinner spot and will definitely be coming back!“

“This burger spot is a hidden gem on Northern Boulevard. VERY affordable burger (smash burger and chicken sandwich were $5) and the quality is top notch - great quality beef and well-seasoned chicken. The man who owns it was extremely courteous and respectful, which made this hole-in-the-wall experience exceptional. I'd 110% recommend going here!“

“Was very good meat and the atmosphere nice .“

“Hands down, this place is awesome. I can't tell if it’s a hole-in-the-wall spot or not, but the menu is stacked with delicious Korean stews and soups. The restaurant is semi-small, but even during lunch we were seated right away. I ordered the blood sausage soup and the seafood pancake—everything tasted like something your grandma would cook. Even the side dishes were fire. The service was amazing, too. I definitely need to stop by again before I leave!“

“Ordered takeout from Don Chicken on Northern Blvd and went for the Spicy Soy Garlic Chicken and it did not disappoint. The pieces were pretty big, juicy inside, and had that trademark Korean fried chicken crunch: thin, shatter-crispy, never greasy. The soy garlic glaze was spot on savory, garlicky, with just enough kick to keep me reaching for another bite.

I also tried the Sweet & Spicy flavor not bad at all, just leaned sweeter than what I usually like.

What I really appreciate is how Korean fried chicken is different from the fried chicken most of us grew up with. Instead of a thick, heavy batter, it’s double-fried a method that actually came about in Korea in the 1960s and 70s when fried chicken started getting popular alongside beer (“chimaek,” short for chicken + maekju/beer, is now a whole culture). That double fry gives you the crunch without the grease, and the sauces like this soy garlic add layered flavor instead of just salt and breading.

For takeout, it traveled well too the chicken stayed crisp even by the time I got home, which tells you they’re doing it right. Generous portions, bold flavor, and that authentic K-fried crispness make the spicy soy garlic the clear winner for me.“

“Great food. Large portions!“

“我想問如果要坐輪椅。有沒有升降電梯的“

“I ordered Mackerel Ssam, and it had a lot of colorful vegetables, so it looked good and tasted good. I tried it once and it was so delicious that I keep thinking about it!

Spicy ecological hot pot popular in winter
The more you eat it, the more refreshing the spicy taste becomes.
Stir-fried wood ear mushrooms, seasoned spinach, pickled red peppers, seasoned bean sprouts, kimchi, seasoned perilla eggplant, stir-fried anchovies and beans.
It's light, nutritious, and full of fresh vegetables, so you can eat a full bowl of rice just by eating it as a side dish.

Fresh pork, chewy meat, savory flavor
Feeling full after eating“

“Friend just brought me here for breakfast, street parking can be a bit challenging otherwise the place was great. Seating was plentiful.

My friend and I ate a bacon egg and cheese on toast. The entire sandwich is a beautiful presentation. The toast was golden brown, warm and sliced as to envelope the ingredients. The cheese a warm gooey skin around the walls of the toast. The bacon, added wonderful flavor to the fluffiest eggs I have seen in quite a while. I highly recommend stopping in and trying it for yourself. Your taste buds will thank you!“

“Fairly new KBBQ spot that specializes in grilled duck. The meat is super fresh and all the side dishes are really tasty, as well as the Makguksu. They are a little understaffed so service is not the quickest but it seems like they just opened so they'll figure it out. Give it a try - Duck BBQ is the holy grail of KBBQ there is no going back!“

“AWESOME KOREAN RESTAURANT IN LONG ISLAND: I’m not a foodie and I don’t think I’ve ever posted about restaurants (but I am Korean) - I have to make an exception for this place. Yes, this restaurant is on Long Island, but the Korean food EXCELLENT (better than lots of places in Flushing) and service is OUTSTANDING. Every dish we’ve tried so far (짜장면, 순두부찌개, 육개장, 제육덮밥) has been so amazing, delicious, and authentic (especially the spices!!!). If you’re ever in the area, please stop in and eat here. It’s crazy awesome! Thanks to my friend for encouraging me to try at a Korean restaurant that is not in Queens. My family will be forever grateful - five stars and 2 thumbs way up from me and my family members. :)“

“Great food full of authentic Korean flavors. Very artistic interior with innovative decorations add to the experience.“

“This is my go to place, food is excellent, I tried multiple things on the menu and they're all great. I mostly do take out. I would love to eat in but this place is like a hole in the wall small. Place itself is very clean, cute and cozy, it just that it is really small so there are like maybe 3 tables, so you would have to be lucky to walk in when it's slow so you can get a table.“

“One of the few reasonable place around for hyped Korean food. Good for casual but no lunch special. Well then all prices are already lunch special level.
Note: This place was NOT closed but as marked as such a wk ago. Not sure why, but definitely open.“

“staff is friendly and the dogs are incredible! highly recommend the flaming hot cheeto“

“Stopped by Jackson Heights, it was delicious & well worth the Q70 bus ride & walk from LGA & back. ���“

“Definitely coming back with family 🥰“

“I picked up a few different types of kimchi- one cabbage, the other made with bachelor radishes. Both are delicious. I also picked up a non-spicy white kimchi for my wife. For lunch, I chose a package of dumplings- 4 kimchi and 4 pork. And I couldn’t pass up the spicy tuna Kim bap- and I am glad that I didn’t!
My first time here- extremely clean, and the staff was very helpful. I was hoping to buy a small package of the regular cabbage kimchi but they did not have any in the display cases. They were kind enough to go back to the kitchen and put one together for me.
There isn’t any option to dine in- no tables or anything, but well worth the visit for take out. :-)“

“The best pizza ever! the customer service is amazing! ❤️ Been there a lot of times!“

“This place is awesome! We get takeout here often but the food definitely tastes better here. However, the items are always well packed and always arrive impressively piping hot. It never disappoints.

Their food is delicious and the service is friendly. I love that the silverware and napkins are available table side.

They give you a generous portion of kimchi and don't skimp on the refills. Their kimchi is definitely one of my favorites. I'd also like to note that they include a good portion with your meal - even if you're ordering takeout.

I don't think you could go wrong with w any of their noodle dishes, but definitely try their seafood pancake. It's delicious!

This place is super busy on Saturdays so plan accordingly. Clean and spacious. I wish that they were open on Sundays.“

“This is very personal review.
Im crazy of sashimi.
It is very impossible to find raw live fish in other states.
But, Only N.Y and L.A. does have this because they have so enough sashimi restaurants with high demand that they could import raw fishes with acceptable Transportation costs from korea by airplanes.
This is economies of scale.
Anyway,
Sashimi was excellent for me.
Service and Atmosphere doesn't matter to me.
I was so happy to enjoy live fish.
I recommend you to visit if you like to live seafood.“

“Super fresh and delicious food! The bulgogi cheese skillet is to die for. Definitely a great Korean restaurant to visit if you’re in the Flushing area.“

“They do such good work and promote Community Pride.“

“Food was very good! Portions were bigger than expected. The dumplings had thin wrappers and a crispy crunch. I very much enjoyed them. The Bimbimbap was flavorful. The Burger Steaks were a bit sweet which was unexpected, but yummy. The cold pasta salad was very refreshing, slightly sweet and had a good balance of all the flavors and veggies. I'm not a fan of cold macaroni salad, but this one was so tasty. The fish cake had a nice soy sauce brine. I have never had a fish cake with that depth of flavor in it. The kimchi had a good crunch. All of the foods balanced each other out and I left with a satisfied palate.

The restaurant plays soft music and it felt very much relaxing. Service was very good. They were very kind and had great smiles. They were very sweet. Made me feel welcomed. I'd come back here and try more foods!“

“Modoo Korean in Queens is my go-to spot when I’m craving something comforting and flavorful. The beef ramen is honestly one of my favorites—rich broth, tender beef, and super satisfying every time. Today I’m having the chicken katsu udon, and it’s hitting the spot too. The staff is always friendly and the vibe is relaxed, so it’s an easy place to keep coming back to.“

“My opinion is 8.7/10. Overall good time. Bonchon hit right, over 5 choices. Meat was tender and flavorful. Well priced at $45 for galbi and sides. The service was selective but the person serving me up the galbi was great. Check out my in depth video reviews on any of the platforms below. TikTok: TheUrbanLegend4 Instagram: UrbanLegend4 Facebook: Panayoti Kokalis YouTube: Urban Legend“

“The crispy spicy with the elementary spicy is A1. Truffle fries one of the best around and great service“

“Parksanbal is such a unique restaurant — they serve only one item, beef bone broth soup, and it’s absolutely delicious! The flavor is rich, comforting, and perfectly balanced. You can really taste the quality and care that goes into it. Highly recommend if you’re looking for an authentic and satisfying meal!“

“GOD. I love going here.. whenever I crave corn dogs I think of this place specifically. In fact, I come here so much that I believe the owner (?), a really sweet granny started to recognize me and my exact same order every time😭 I often come here after school and because it’s currently summer i haven’t been going, and when she did see me she asked how I was! I literally love this place and her😭😭❤️ (The day that this place closes down, is the day of my funeral.)“

“Meats are great but they have hands down the best Nengmyun. I crave this every summer and literally come eat this every chance I get because they dont deliver. Its that serious. They cook on cystal pan which is quite different than other places and the atmosphere is mediocre but if you know what youre going there for in regards to food then 10/10.“

“Ive only been here once, but I loved it so much! It seems more like family or group restaurant than one for just dining alone, but I greatly enjoyed the kimchi tasting they had. It was very good for just $10, with unlimited rice and noodles. The staff was very friendly, and the service was wonderful. I will be coming back soon!“

“Wow! I woke up early and felt like trying something different. Ordered this spicy squid tteokbokki and it was amazing. Spicy 5/10 and nutty flavor. The squid was very fresh.

First time here, I’ll definitely be back with the family.“

“A fantastic spot for Korean!

Each dish was prepared with the utmost quality. Every bite was exuberant and delivered a sense of comfort and flavor.

The steamed pork belly is a great sharable dish. The side dishes were fresh.

Service was great and the place was clean.

Would recommend!“

“The food quality is very good and the staff is very nice and courteous.
The front also sells different varieties of kimchee, which was great!
It tasted different then what I normally buy at hmart. It has a homemade taste to it.
Enjoy going here.“

“We loved their dakgalbi! It was my first time having it in three years since living in Korea - and it was exactly how I remembered it. The woman who served us (maybe the owner) was super friendly and helpful. We will definitely be coming back 🤩“

“the place is cute and gives a very homey vibe but the server is a lil slow and not very attentive.

i enjoyed the spicy rose rice cakes and the tofu spicy pork with kimchi. they were delicious. i will say the kimchi stew was not it. it was soo salty and lacking flavor. not sure if it was an off day or just not good but it was not edible at all. we did not attempt to finish it after trying a sip. i would come back for the rice cakes and give the udon a try because they sound delicious.“

“Delicious, every item! I love ordering from here, there are so many options to add different items to salads and soups. All are delicious.“