50 Best Korean Restaurants in North York

“great food and cocktails- love the sangria! cozy ambience!“

“Loved it! Huge portions, fast and friendly service. 100% would recommend!“

“The dishes were super flavourful and really hit the spot, with a great variety of comforting noodle options to choose from.

Portions were generous, and everything came out fresh despite how busy the place was. Service was impressively fast and efficient, even with a full restaurant, which made the experience even better.“

“It may be one of the hottest days of the year but, we came in craving some comfort food and this perfectly hit that itch. The chicken was extremely juicey, the skin crisp, meat tender and quite flavorful, also I was impressed by the size of each peice and how they butchered it. We were given a small platter of buttered corn on the house and it was a nice starter to preset the meal. The music hits the vibe of a relaxing casual eatery and the combos are worth the money. Next time I would order the combo with a larger group to finish it we went for combo 2 and got the galbi and soy garlic chicken. The galbi was my favorite my partner preferred the soy garlic, the tteokbokki was a little smokey, little spicey, and was loaded with meat it was worth it. I will come back and this will be a another great night spot after some drinks and karaoke.“

“This place is a real gem. It feels like it’s run by a husband-and-wife team, and you can tell there’s a lot of care put into everything. The overall experience is always satisfying, and the jokbal is genuinely really good—tender, flavorful, and consistently well-prepared.

The only minor downside is that parking can be a bit inconvenient, depending on the time you go. But honestly, it’s still worth it, and I find myself coming back often.

If you’re craving solid jokbal with a warm, local vibe, this spot is an easy recommendation.“

“As someone who loves the English language and all the words you can use to express feelings, this restaurant reduced me to being someone who can only say “oh my god.” First bite of the tangsuyeok - oh my god. First sip of the hyesik - oh my god. First bite of the jalapeño tuna / creamy crab gimbap.. oh my god! The kimchi, oh my god.

The service was also wonderful, our server was incredibly kind.

I already know I need to come back multiple times to systematically go through the menu. Oh my god!“

“is amazing, and the side dishes are fresh. My favorites were the chicken katsu, beef short ribs, sizzling corn cheese, and pork bone soup! The atmosphere and interior perfectly capture the vibe of Korea, and the servers are really sweet!

I’ll definitely visit again!“

“This restaurant is definitely a hidden gem! We came across it randomly. The food was delicious and the hostess was very warm and friendly. There were a lot of options on the menu for such a small place. There are only a few tables but they kindly arranged a table for our group of 9. We will definitely return!“

“The first time I tried this authentic Korean restaurant in GTA, and it was great. The mapo style beef was especially good, really spicy but absolutely delicious. The spicy fried chicken is a must order dish. I also loved their kimchi so much. The staff were friendly and helpful throughout my visit.“

“Cute Korean restaurant about 3-5 min walk from Finch Subway station. Tip: exit through the passenger pickup area of Finch station if you're walking, that's the closest exit to the restaurant. I came here specifically to try their Ganjang Gejang (raw blue crab marinated in soy sauce), it seems that they might be the only restaurant that serves this dish in Toronto, that I could find and know of. There is a very slight fishy smell when I sniffed it, which is expected since it's raw crab, but when I was eating it, I didn't find it fishy at all, it was really delicious. The crab roe was soft and rich, the meat was smooth and fresh, everything went really well with the rice. I can see why this dish is called a rice thief now. I was really tempted to order another bowl of rice but on account of my diet I stopped myself. I would definitely try this dish again. I also ordered the kimchi stew and my friend got a spicy beef soup. Although it was not as outstanding as the Ganjang Gejang, Both were delicious and portions were good. The side dishes were good as well. Not sure if there's free refills or not since we didn't ask for any. The service was good, it's a smaller shop, seems like it's family owned. People were doing multi jobs so if you wanted more tea or something you have to ask them, they do really try to check up you though and would walk around once in awhile to refill your tea and see how you're doing. Overall a good dining experience, I would come back to try their raw crab. However if I was just going out for Korean food then I may not specifically go out of my way to come here since although the other dishes were good, it's not super outstanding. Aside from indoor dining they also have outdoor dining, there's a big white tent outside, they provides pretty good shelter, there's also hanging lights out there, really cute set up. We dined inside though since it was windy.“

“Food here is always 10/10.
the problem is the wait - don't expect to get a spot without having to be waitlisted. Typically takes 30~40 minutes during lunch time to get a table for 2. Same for table for 1.

The banchan side dishes are to die for. When a restaurant's side dishes are good, you know you're in a for a treat. It means they pay attention to detail, and put a lot of care on each item on and off the menu. I particularly loved the side dish pickled cucumber. It's so refreshing, with a hint of yuzu, not too sour, not too sweet.

For my main, I ordered their lunch special combo. There's many combos to choose from, super good deal for the price ($20~25).

Seafood pancake was great. Very decent amount of seafood included in the pancake mix, not too oily (I personally don't like it when seafood pancakes are soaked in oil and doesn't hold its shape when you cut it into smaller pieces).

Staff was very fast and friendly. Very good with communication, got a reminder text when it's almost my turn for the table on the waitlist, which I thought was a really nice touch, not all restaurants tell you in advance. There are always waiters walking back and forth between tables, making sure you have everything you need. Overall, my go to place when I'm in town, a spot that is consistent in their quality and super fair in their pricing.“

“We got the basil cream pasta, rose tteokbokki, and the fried chicken tteokbokki. Portions were a little tiny, but food tasted great, lots of flavor and very creamy :), we spent $40. Smt in total, cuz 10% cash discount. The restaurant has very few tables and very little space, tho the staff helped us combine the tables :)“

“This hotel food quality is very good“

“I cant peak enough about the food at this place. it's by far the best value for your money. Not only is the food delicious but the portions are very reasonable for the $ they ask. I highly recommend the chicken sandwich.. you'll never go anywhere else for chicken again. Their Kim Bap is really good option. Very fresh and very healthy, my wife lives off them!!“

“Great good with great value“

“First time here and found a right place for authentic Korean bbq with my favourite kimchi stew so yummy ! Will surely come back again even needed to queue... 😋😋😋“

“The quality was unbelievable considering it was a restaurant inside a supermarket. I ordered takeout because I was afraid there would be leftovers, but the packaging wasn't made of Styrofoam, so I just took it home and ate it. There are still a lot of Styrofoam containers, but the packaging was really good. The Jjamppong was just as delicious as it was at a specialty Chinese restaurant. Bibimbap is ordinary. The batter for sweet and sour pork is too hard. It looks perfect in the picture, but when you bite into it, it's so hard that the roof of your mouth cracks, and even when you open it after eating some seaweed from takeout, it's still hard. The sweet and sour pork sauce is very disappointing. I think it would be even better if you paid a little more attention to it. So, even though I used glutinous rice, the batter was not chewy and was rough. It seems like I mixed in too much glutinous rice rather than starch. Anyway, the meat was tender. If the sauce is good, it would be really great.“

“I received stone rice cake (3 types) from a friend today. I found out why I asked what time the pickup would be when I placed my order. The rice cake was warm and delicious, as if it had been made and delivered on time. They beautifully engraved the words 'First Birthday' on the rice cake cake for free, and there were plenty of songpyeon and sorghum red bean rice cakes. I was moved. thank you The price was also better than other places. I highly recommend it?“

“We enjoyed our meal at Ehwa! My friends and I used to go to the downtown location back in our undergrad days, so having a location close to home is pretty cool.

We ordered the Ssagaji Dak (four flavour chicken platter) and the Rosé tteokbokki. The platter had a nice variety of flavours and the tteokbokki was delicious. The platter is big enough that I think it would feed most couples on its own but I eat a lot 😂. We had some leftovers to take home though!

Vibes here are really nice, and the staff working here were all very friendly. The two girls working here were very attentive and nice. One thing that I thought was nice is their work ethic really seemed great. We came early around 5:30pm for old people dinner time so the restaurant was pretty quiet, but the staff members were working hard the whole time cleaning, setting tables up, preparing the bar, etc.

Will definitely come back with friends, maybe this time for both drinks and food!“

“Jjampong is the best in Toronto.“

“This is a restaurant I make a point to visit every time I’m in North York. Today, we ordered the spicy fried pollock, sweet and sour pork, and braised monkfish—and as expected, it didn’t disappoint.

We didn’t get it this time, but we usually also order the clam kalguksu when we’re here. That said, today’s dishes were more than enough on their own. We love Chowon so much ❤️“

“아줌마들 셋이 오늘 낮에 빙수생각이 나서 쑥스러움을 무릅쓰고 들어갔어요~~ 인절미 팥빙수~~ 거친 팥고물에 달지도 않고 너무 맛있어서 계속 감탄하며 먹었네요~~ 서빙하는 언냐들도 이쁘고 대박 친절했어요~~~ 기분좋은 하루 였어요~~~“

“We ordered the port cutlet rose tteokbokki and 2 kimbaps (tuna and beef) for two people. I was afraid it wouldn't be enough food because it was hard to tell the serving sizes from the photos and I wasn't sure if each dish was meant for one person or to be shared. It ended up being more than enough food, especially as the kimbap were quite large. My favourite part was the pork katsu. Even though we picked up our order a bit late, and then had to walk 5 min back, it was still sooo crispy and crunchy. Even when I was eating the last piece, it still had a bit of crunch. The tteokbokki was a bit too spicy for me but my bf enjoyed it. I like the tuna kimbap but I found the beef one too peppery; I was expecting it to be more like bulgogi. Overall very satisfied and definitely good value.“

“What an amazing restaurant! The food was delicious and the service was great! I recommend it! Gotta try it 👍🏽😋😛🤪“

“The place is clean and very nice and inviting. And while it may not be the best Thai out there but it is tasty and there are lots of healthy options which I found to be a plus. I also liked that there was a large selection and that you can tailor the components of your entree easily. This is great because it means more choices. I found the price to be a bit higher than I would like (given the size of the entree) but it's not extremely inflated. I think it would be great if they had some good BOGO sales or special offers so that people in the area can try it out without much risk and maybe make it one of their regular stops.“

“Such a hidden gem in North York. I wasn’t super intrigued by the sign outside at first, but the food completely blew me away.

We ordered from their seasonal February menu—the spicy pollock stew and the oyster pancake—and both were super hearty and made with really fresh ingredients.

Service was quick, and the owner was very friendly. No surprise this place has been around for over 25 years with so many regulars. Definitely coming back soon to try more dishes.“

“I just recently cam back from Korea after 5 years. Its amazing this place is still standing. The taste and vibe has gotten so much better. The servers are exceptionally friendly and the food is so GOOD its like i am back in korea!“

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

“Great good with great value“

“This cozy little spot has quickly become one of my absolute favourite local go-tos. From the moment you walk in, the friendly staff makes you feel genuinely welcome and right at home. The portions are incredibly generous, ensuring you always leave completely satisfied. Most importantly, the food is consistently delicious and paired with awesome service every single time.“

“The best korean fried chicken I've ever had. 🤤“

“This Chungchun’s location probably provides the best service I’ve received from any location! Maggie was so helpful, kind, and accommodating! She was so easy to talk to and made our experience one to remember! Food was excellent as always and we highly recommend trying the new cheese balls! A gooey delicious sweet and salty cheese ball battered in a crunchy golden shell of goodness! Doesn’t get any better than that! 10/10 would highly recommended coming here for your Changchun cravings! 😊“

“강추 또 강추!!!! 꼭 먹어봐야하는 맛!!!! 이렇게 고급스러운 맛을 지닌 떡은 정말 처음이예요.“

“1주일에 한번은 꼭 오는 집.“

“Overall, this is a decent Korean-style Chinese restaurant. The food is generally good, and I would recommend the glutinous rice sweet and sour pork (찹쌀 탕수육) over the regular version. The texture and flavor are noticeably better.

That said, the restaurant could use some updating. The menu books are quite worn out in several places, which gives the restaurant a somewhat dated appearance.

As for the service, I would suggest keeping your expectations modest. Like many Korean-run restaurants, the focus seems to be on the food rather than customer service. I still leave a tip because it is a social norm, but if I were judging strictly based on the level of service provided, I believe 10% would be appropriate.

Overall, it's a good place for the food, especially if you're craving Korean-style Chinese cuisine.“

“I have had a variety of food here and it has all been excellent. My favorite is the beef bibimbap.

The owner is always friendly and pleasant to see. She always greets me with a smile.

This is a great place for lunch.“

“Bibab Express is amazing! The food is super delicious, fresh, and full of flavor. The prices are really reasonable for the quality you get — great value for money! The staff were also very friendly and provided excellent service. I’ll definitely be coming back again soon! 😋“

“Stars of the visit: Pistachio Matcha and Dubai Matcha!

For the matcha loving girlies like me this place is definitely worth the try! We also ordered a slice of the chocolate cake and it was so good too!!! My partner who ordered the iced coffee (can’t remember which one) said that his drink was good too!

Definitely going back to try more of their drinks and their food!“

“Highly recommended. Good service. Minseok is very nice and friendly.“

“Went to Nene Chicken in North York with my wife and tried the spicy wings with fries. Really enjoyed it - the wings were tasty and the fries were great too. The host was super courteous and welcoming. Had a very good experience overall and would happily go again.“

“Went for a late night sushi dinner and the food was absolutely great! We tried the Nolbu rolls which was popular for a reason, and we also got the tempura, the atmosphere was very cute. Over all wish we would’ve ordered more and will definitely come back. Price fit the amount of food as well“

“Nangman Pocha is a fantastic spot if you're looking for authentic Korean pocha vibes, delicious comfort food, and a fun atmosphere.

We ordered the pan-seared beef intestine, calamari, Korean Army Stew, and pork hock with salad. The beef intestine was cut tableside, which made the experience even more enjoyable, and the texture was excellent. The Army Stew was massive, packed with toppings, and perfect for sharing. The pork hock paired with the fresh salad was another highlight—the refreshing salad balanced the rich, tender pork beautifully. Every dish came in generous portions, making it a great place to dine with family or friends.

The restaurant also has big screens for watching sports, plenty of free parking, and a daily $16.99 soju special that makes the experience even better.

Great food, generous portions, friendly service, and a lively atmosphere—we'll definitely be back to explore more of the menu. Highly recommend for anyone craving authentic Korean comfort food in Toronto!“

“The food here is genuinely excellent, and the whole experience feels warm and relaxed from the moment you walk in. The service is friendly, and the restaurant has a modern, easygoing vibe that makes it comfortable to settle in and enjoy your meal.

One of the standout parts for me is the variety of banchan. You get six different side dishes with your order, and each one feels thoughtfully prepared and full of flavor. It really adds to the experience and makes the meal feel more complete and authentic.

I tried the Khanpungki, Tangsuyuk, cold noodles, and dynamite sushi. Everything was enjoyable, but the Khanpungki stood out the most; crispy on the outside, tender inside, and coated in a sauce that had just the right level of heat without overpowering the dish. Honestly, it was hard to stop eating it.

Service can get a bit slow when the place is busy, but the staff are consistently kind and attentive. Small touches like bringing extra plates for sharing without being asked, and offering banchan refills, really show care and hospitality.

The restaurant also feels noticeably refreshed after its renovation. Clean, modern, and inviting, while still keeping its authentic character.

Overall, it’s the kind of place I’d happily return to for both the food and the atmosphere.“

“Went in by chance because I was craving some salmon sashimi and it was a great pick! The staff were super kind and nice, even accommodating since I wanted salmon substitutes.

Place is quite cozy and small, I love the little booth rooms. I got take out so I couldn’t enjoy it unfortunately but it looks like it’d be a great lunch or dinner spot. Pricing is excellent too, nothing was too expensive.“

“I have been going to this since they were From bathurst&bloor , yonge&wellesley to York Mills. This is the best Korean food. I've always recommend this spot to everyone i talk to and props to Mr and Mrs Kim for thier hardwork. I Always order Yummy Special“

“food and services are great 👍“

“Had a great experience at Owl of Minerva! I ordered the ddukbokki and kimchi jjigae, and both were delicious. The ddukbokki had the perfect balance of sweetness and spice, with chewy rice cakes that were cooked just right. The kimchi jjigae was flavorful, comforting, and packed with ingredients. The portions were generous, and everything arrived hot and fresh. If you’re craving authentic Korean comfort food, this place is definitely worth a visit!“

“A refined take on Korean street food in North York.

Kim’s A La Carte, affiliated with Red Bean Waffle House, offers a curated glimpse into Korean street cuisine — balancing both sweet and savory elements. From red bean custard waffles to kimchi pancakes and rice cake skewers, the menu reflects a thoughtful attempt to bring familiar Seoul street flavors into a more polished, accessible format.

The execution is commendable, though not entirely transportive. The waffles carry a pleasant sweetness with a crisp exterior, while the kimchi pancake delivers a satisfying depth of flavor. Portions, however, lean modest, and those seeking the bold, bustling authenticity of Korea’s street stalls may find the experience slightly restrained.

That said, as a local interpretation, it succeeds in capturing the essence — clean, approachable, and enjoyable.

More importantly, places like this deserve our support. Independent eateries bringing niche cuisines are increasingly under pressure from heavy competition, and without community backing, they risk disappearing. Supporting them helps preserve diversity in our food scene.“

“I’ve been here multiple times now and it never disappoints. The food is always so flavorful, fresh, and authentic. E dish comes out hot and packed with flavor. The staff are incredibly kind and attentive, and the atmosphere is cozy and welcoming. One of my favorite spots for Korean food now. Highly recommend if you’re craving comforting, delicious Korean food. Definitely coming back again soon! 💜“

“Cook your own food. Good condiments“