13 Best Korean Restaurants in Markham

“It’s better then KFC Cheese stick OMG🤤best I’ve ever had The spicy 🌶️ pastas ou 😋 So I give it ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“I came here during Korealicious to try traditional Korean soy-marinated crab and shrimp.

The complimentary side dishes were great. My favorites were the sweet soy-braised tofu skin, japchae, and spicy cucumber salad. The hot barley tea also paired really well with the marinated seafood.

Marinated Crab 🦀

The platter comes with six half pieces of soy-marinated crab and six half pieces of spicy marinated crab.

The soy-marinated crab tasted very traditional, with a strong sweet soy sauce flavor. Compared with another Michelin pop-up restaurant I tried before, this version was much richer and saltier. The blue crab meat had a soft, jelly-like texture from the curing process, which was impressive. However, the soy sauce became quite dominant after a few pieces, so I highly recommend pairing it with the beef tendon soup or barley tea to balance the flavors.

The spicy crab, however, wasn’t my favorite. Instead of the sweet, savory heat that I usually associate with Korean gochujang, it leaned more toward the direct heat of Korean chili flakes, similar to the spice level in tteokbokki. I felt the spiciness overwhelmed the natural sweetness of the crab rather than enhancing it.

Marinated Shrimp 🦐

I was worried that eight shrimp wouldn’t be enough, but the plate was huge. They use giant tiger prawns, each about the size of my hand, so two or three are already quite filling.

Because the prawns are so large, they are only lightly cured, so the meat stays firm and springy instead of becoming soft like the Cantonese-style marinated shrimp I’m more familiar with. The sweet soy marinade penetrates the meat very well, making every bite flavorful. However, after a few shrimp, the soy sauce becomes increasingly dominant and the flavor starts to feel one-dimensional. Personally, I prefer the layered flavors of Cantonese-style marinated seafood, where the freshness of the seafood is complemented by ginger, garlic, cooking wine, and fish sauce.

Beef Tendon Soup 🥣

This ended up being my favorite dish of the meal.

The broth was rich with beef flavor and had a wonderful silky texture from the collagen released by the tendon. It paired perfectly with the marinated seafood. A sip of the soup cleansed the palate from the strong soy sauce, making the next bite of crab or shrimp taste fresh again. The tendon itself was tender and well-cooked. The only thing I didn’t enjoy was the mustard soy dipping sauce served on the side.

Overall, this meal felt more like experiencing two very different marinated seafood traditions. Korean-style marinated seafood emphasizes the deep savory flavor developed through soy sauce curing, while Cantonese-style marinated seafood highlights the natural sweetness of the seafood with layers of ginger, garlic, cooking wine, and fresh aromatics. Even though I personally still prefer the Cantonese style, I enjoyed experiencing this traditional Korean approach.“

“Had an excellent experience. The food here was amazing—everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The ingredients felt high quality, and each dish was made with great attention to detail. From the presentation to the taste, everything was impressive. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere was comfortable and relaxing. Great place to enjoy delicious food, and I’ll definitely be coming back again.“

“A must try for any fried chicken lover!! ????????Korean fried chicken we can’t stop eating. About 30$ for two people to stuff themselves with perfectly crisp chicken, smothered in an amazing sauce if you choose and several flavors. Friendly caring service. Don’t miss it in the food court just down a corridor a few feet off main food court. Hidden gem we always return to.“

“This place is amazing!“

“The pork cutlet sauce was incredibly delicious.
It was well-balanced, unlike the sauce from the M restaurant across the way, which wasn’t good at all.
I had the hot stone bibimbap last time, and they give very generous with the vegetables — it was excellent.
The staff are also extremely friendly.
I was especially impressed to see the owner come out regularly to check on the food.
That’s something you rarely see in a food court.
You can truly feel the care and effort put into the food here.
Highly recommended.“

“Famous charcoal outdoor Korean bbq. Best Korean frozen Soju place in the city.“

“Honestly the vibes the food the fast service was a 10/10 the food comes so fast and they do free refill all the time for the eggs! It’s very cozy everytime we go there and the service always so kind and generous! Such a beautiful place for a cozy date night“

“My family and I have been here three times, and we love this place so much! The food is amazing and it’s very authentic. We really appreciate Sunny and her staff members for their friendly service and great atmosphere. They are also helpful when it comes to food allergies.

Thank you again and we can’t wait to come back!“

“Take nice Japanese restaurant with extensive menu. It includes everything you want... Udon, sushi, rolls, cooked dishes, lunch bentos, etc. I had the rainbow roll. The roll was perfect. A big sized tool with a thin layer of rice and lots of filling. The atmosphere is also really relaxing and Zen. Staff were friendly. Works definitely come back“

“Really enjoyed my meal here!!! The rice was soft and held together well, and the portions were filling. The staff checked on us a couple of times but didn’t rush us at all. Definitely one of the better sushi spots I’ve tried recently. 😋😋“

“One of the best handmade dumpling take outs I have tried in Toronto.“

“This is a long standing HK style business. The supervisor there Anita has worked in another HK style restaurant that I used to go to and thank goodness she manages this place now. I still know her and Mandy from a previous HK restaurant.
They definitely run this place better with better food offerings. They always provide me top notch service here .
I do wish they can add more new selections to their menu like ramen and more curry options
Thank you ladies 🙏😇“