50 Best Korean Restaurants near Unionville

“Small, unassuming Korean fried chicken joint on the exterior of the main plaza. They sell boneless fried chicken which is air fried. We tried the soy garlic; the chicken was juicy (all chicken thighs) and the sauce was perfect. The owner is also very friendly. There's limited seating so takeout is also a good option. Would definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the area!“

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One of the best Korean Fried Chicken in town. So juicy and tender with the signature Spicy Korean Barbaque sauce or Hot & Sweet sauce. The Jokbal is also a must try. The owner is super friendly too.“

“1st time here and it's nice to see a Korean Restaurant is here in the Langham Plaza mainly dominated by Chinese restaurants. It's nice to switch it up to try Korean Food.

I ordered the pork bone soup. Good broth, not too spicy but just right. Nice & pipping hot. Good amount of pork bone, falls off the bone. A piece of potato and lots of nappa (kimchi) which is great.

The brown rice was steamy and the side dishes included glass noodles, radish and kimchi. I feel like they are understaffed, only 2 servers that need to collecting money, handle take out orders and in-person dining, so please be patient.

The server asked me if I want any more re-fill on side dishes, I responded by getting more kimchi, that was a nice touch.

Price at $14.99 CDN + tax for pork bone soup is a good price as many others priced it at $16.99 or more.

I would definitely come back to try the ginseng chicken and sizzling plate of meat. (NOTE: I did check out the menu, seems like many of their Korean BBQ meat are spicy option and not much mild, maybe it's their own culinary style but wish they have non-spicy option coz my family don't eat that much spicy).“

“First time here today and will be back. Had the Gamjatang which not only tasted great, but is excellent value particularly during lunchtime. Lots of side dishes that were very good. I can't really think of a more complete meal you can get for this price anywhere else.“

“Jeon Yu Hyang has become one of our go-to spots for Korean food in Unionville. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and consistent, but the main reason we keep coming back is the customer service😊. The staff are always welcoming, attentive, and genuinely kind, which makes the whole dining experience feel comfortable and enjoyable every time. You can really tell the team cares about both the food quality and the customers, even when the restaurant is busy. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for great Korean food and amazing service.“

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

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

“Great food, service, and atmosphere.“

“I didnt think I would be, but i was impressed with this fried chicken spot. Really tasty crispy fried chicken. We got the soy garlic flavour - so good. We also got the rose tteokbokki and omg the rice cake was so soft and chewy and had an amazing slightly spicy kick to it. Super yummy.“

“Mom’s Bite serves an amazing burger—the patty was big, juicy, and full of flavor. The fries were extra crispy and perfectly cooked, making the meal even better. Great food, generous portions, and I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“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.“

“That fried chicken sandwich is currently sitting as my #1 in Toronto, and I've eaten a lot. The fillings, the sauce, the bread, all so good. If you're in the area and you need a lunch, call ahead for a sandwich, will not regret. It is also massive! Their fried chicken is really crispy. It's on my top 5 list for crispiest chicken in the city. Chicken is fresh, oil is fresh. I like that they don't put the sauce on your chicken, that way it won't get soggy on your way home and when you reheat, the sauce won't burn. Their spicy yangnyeom was good, but not the best in town. Their soy garlic was only ok, a bit too runny. Their radishes were also only ok. Their kimchi fries were good, but Banh Mi Boys ironically does that better. But without a doubt, I'm going back for that fried chicken sandwich.
This place is takeout only.“

“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!“

“Visited today with friends. Everything we ordered was really good — chicken katsu, cheese braised ribs, and tofu kimchi.

The tofu kimchi was my favorite, it was just really tasty.

The side dishes were also good, the place was spacious and clean, and the server was really friendly. I’d come back again 👍“

“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!“

“First time ordering from The Fry on Uber, love it! First of all, the package is really lovely (feels like a gift given by a friend), and the fried chicken is soooooo gooooood✨🤤 Very tasty, and great amount for a friendly price~~~ Thank youuuu✨“

“Best Korean restaurant I have ever had. The only place I know that has beef rib stew. Friendly service and even better food. Will be coming here very often.“

“This franchise has changed but still the same friendly owners. They really are everyone’s mom that’s trying to feed you good food and good vibes.

That alone is a great reason to visit but the food is really good too.

The menu now focuses on kalguksu and mandu (flavourful Korean noodle soups and dumplings, respectively). If you’re up town/ in the Scarborough area this is a great option for kalguksu.

All their food is really full of soul and flavour.

Definitely worth a visit. I’m sure I’ll be visiting them a lot in the future.“

“Great good with great value“

“It’s yummy, good service, clean and place is better than old place“

“I tired gamjatang about 22 dollars including tax. Pork meat were really chewy and little bit spicy. Potatoes were cooked perfect to go with soup. Soup were little bit spicy for my taste. Portion size were huge for me.
Overall, I was satisfied with my meal“

“Tried the Supreme Chicken and Rose Tteokbokki at The Fry and everything was sooo good. The chicken was crispy and super flavourful, and the rose tteokbokki was actually amazing. Also wanna say the girl serving us was super nice and friendly which made the experience even better. Definitely coming back!“

“Good taste with good service.“

“Absolutely phenomenal food and atmosphere. Was completely floored at the restaurant and the attention to detail in decoration. It truly felt like an authentic experience! Barely any wait as we did call before to see about availability.

Service was impeccable and we were seated quickly and food dishes came out extremely fast. This was my girlfriend’s first experience with Korean BBQ and she absolutely enjoyed every minute of it. Servers checked in regularly which was greatly appreciated.

The main courses were delicious. The sides paired perfectly and the choices for proteins were abundant. Sauces and dips were extremely flavourful.

Would 100% go back. An incredible experience for a first time Korean BBQ trier!“

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

“I've been to this restaurant several times. It is basically furnished but you don't come here for the atmosphere. The main thing that stood out to me for this restaurant was the service and the friendliness and attentiveness of the server which never failed us!“

“Family style Korean vibe and service is attentive. We wanted Korean cold noodles and it was exactly what we got. Tasty and so refreshing. Tried the Korean fried chicken with supreme sauce. Tender and juicy chicken that will satisfy your crispy fried chicken cravings. Bring and pay in cash for 5% discount.“

“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.“

“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.“

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

“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“

“Truly deserving greater accolades! The kind lady cooks really delicious home-made Korean food. They taste even better than those in sit-in restaurants! These are pictures of the lunch boxes, which have been my absolute favourite. They are of excellent quality every time (see pictures), and the beef lunch box in particular has been my favourite.“

“Great place to eat Korean BBQ. Service was quick after we ordered, which was great. The waiters were helpful ensuring that we understood how to order using the app. I would definitely recommend this place. AYCE
Dinner cost 36.00 per person, not including drinks or tax“

“If you want Korean bone soup, this is the the best place. Had a good lunch here, the staff is very welcoming and was too kind to forgive me (almost brought home their apron🤭)
💕🥰 thank you for the good food.
Worth the heat😊“

“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.“

“The king size dumplings are super tasty and the kimichi tastes super fresh. Highly recommend in term of the quality of the food and the dumplings are about $1-2 dollars cheaper than the other one. It tastes not as salty than the others nearby but its not as big (that has terrible customer service) that sells the same thing. Update: just went into the store in person to check out the place today. The server who greeted me had NO customer service. After I ordered she kicked me out of the store to stand in the cold for 10 mins to wait for the food...and there was only her and the cook and no other customer in the store. I have also ordered their homemade kimichi as a side and it is such a small bowl but more expensive than the other korean restaurant (theirs small kimichi is $3 bucks) nearby who served similar food....hmmmmmm worth to give it a try but the customer service will keep me from going into the store for a bit. Just order take out its easier“

“My first visit at De Chou via Google Map search. De Chou is an authentic Korean restaurant in Scarborough, there are many options on the menu from the traditional Korean dishes to fried chicken. We ordered the Combo CA1 (Japchae appetizer, Pork Bone Soup, and a Veggie Bibimbap) and an extra beef Bulgogi. The food tastes good especially the beef Bulgogi. Their prices are on the higher side compared to similar Korean restaurant. But overall it was a positive dining experiences.“

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

“Great good with great value“

“This is hands down the best authentic Korean whole chicken soup I’ve had. The flavors were rich, comforting, and tasted truly traditional. The gentleman who served us was extremely friendly and polite, providing genuinely great service that made the whole experience even better. Highly recommend 👍“

“Had dinner here with some friends since it’s right beside Taste of Lawrence, and we decided to give it a try cuz the reviews were so good. It definitely lived up to the hype!

I ordered one of the soups, while my friends shared the beef and rice dishes. We also tried a few appetizers, and everything was delicious. The dishes paired really well with the rice, and the portions were generous.

The only downside is that they don’t really have many small dishes on the menu. Most of the menu consists of main courses and large family or party size platters, which are perfect if you’re dining with friends or family, but I wish there were a few more appetizer or individual options.

Other than that, the food was excellent, the service was amazing, and the tables were spacious and very clean. Even the washroom was spotless. Overall, we had a great experience, and I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“My girlfriend and I had decided to try this Korean-Japanese restaurant nearby. We received excellent customer service, and the food was great as well. James was such a very friendly, polite, and professional employee. I felt like I was treated well—one of the best customer services I have experienced. I would highly recommend this restaurant.“

“love this place. it is authentic Korean food. it is my 4th time in two months 🥰“

“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... 😋😋😋“

“Absolutely delicious! The Budaejjigae was so flavorful, rich, and comforting. The broth had the perfect balance of spice, and all the ingredients were fresh. Every bite was amazing. One of the best Budaejjigae I’ve had — I will definitely be coming back. Highly recommended!“

“The Korean BBQ at this restaurant is absolutely amazing! If you love grilled meat, you should definitely give it a try! The restaurant has many branches, and you can get free refills of the steamed egg, corn, and side dishes in the small bowls (as long as the barbecue you ordered is still being served). The food tastes incredible, and the service is great too—though the tip is a bit on the high side, haha. It would be even better if the prices were a little more wallet-friendly!“

“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.“