38 Best Korean Restaurants near Aloha

“love Stir Crazy Kitchen. Fantastic flavorful food.“

“We stopped in at lunch on a springtime Saturday after a hike in Forest Park. When we left we were satisifed with the scrumptious Korean cuisine plus we felt lucky to have found this restaurant. We will definitely return the next time we are in the area! The staff is very friendly and the tables, bathroom are clean. Afterwards we walked around the cute neighborhood, including the Saturday Market. What an enjoyable day in St. Johns!“

“Wow Cow is more than just a place to get amazing food. It’s a place where the owner knows you by name, and cares about your order and experience. This is our happy place we walk miles to get to. They are seriously the very best of the best!! 😎“

“Whoever didn't give 5 stars, please reconsider. Even a 4.9 might be a reflection of a bad day, and you still loved it. Let them choose what they like, and eat that. If i could give this a higher rating i would. This is what food tastes like when the person making it cares about the food AND cares about everyone who eats it. Thank you so much!“

“My husband and I have been going to Nak Won for almost 30 years. it has always been our family's favorite place for Korean food. And now it is our teenagers' favorite place to take their friends to introduce them to what Korean food should be like. Nak Won never disappoints.“

“Freshly-prepared dishes, large menu with plenty of variety, great portion sizes. On the pricier side for fresh/fast Korean at about $17-20.per dish. We ordered 4 things to share, a side of rice, and two Cokes which came to $85 and change, including tip.

I really enjoyed the Korean-style deep fried whole chicken, which was smaller than the average hen you get at the market. This was closer to the size of a very large Cornish game hen, and perfectly cooked with the lightest, crispiest crunch on the exterior. It didn't come with rice, so I ordered a side. It does come with a nice pickled radish, a dressed, shredded cabbage slaw, and two enhancements: fine salt/pepper blend, and a sweet, spicy chile sauce. I'll definitely be back for this chicken again. Delicious. 5/5

My friend ordered the pork katsu with cheese over steamed rice, which came with slaw and mac salad. I thought this just ok. The batter was a little thick and, although everything was served hot, biting into the pork was a bit tough as it was on the chewy side. It might have been re-fried after being prepared earlier. This is usually fine, if done properly. The cheese was generous and good. A little salt and a spot of Katsu sauce was the perfect complement. 3/5

We also shared the Rose Toekkbokki, which comes with soft, chewy rice cakes, fish cake strips, thinly-sliced hot dog, tofu squares, green onion, and a weird addition a small amount of iceburg lettuce-I removed it because it was wilted and added nothing. Oh, and a hard-boiled egg (it was chalky, unfortunately.) The sauce was creamy and mild, with the tiniest hint of heat from the gochujong. It was good, but I've had better versions of this dish, including my own. Worth a try if you've never had toekkbokki before. 3/5

Finally, I ordered the japchae with thinly sliced beef and cabbage to go. Although there wasn't much protein, the noodles were flavorful and prepared well. I love japchae, so I'll enjoy this with an egg and some smokey beef rib at home later. 4/5

The atmosphere was cozy on a rainy day in the PNW. It felt like a home kitchen. Service was fair. Our server greeted us immediately, and we were seated with water right away. She gave us plenty of time to decide, and then quickly took our orders. There was only one server(also the hostess) who appeared to be a little overwhelmed, but that's to be expected pretty much anywhere these days. It felt like a mom and pop restaurant with their daughter doing the greet, seat, and table service, including bussing. Despite the hefty price tag for lunch, I made sure to tip well.

I'd like to visit again and try some other dishes, but price is a factor. That said, this might be a better place for a group of 4 or 6 people. That way, everyone can pitch in and try different dishes, which makes it fun and more affordable.“

“The food was great and came out fast. Very mild on the spice level. The atmosphere is exactly what you would expect from a restaurant above the grocery store. Pictures of food on the wall, order by number but you don't come to a place like this for atmosphere. My only complaint was the service. Felt very dismissive and had to ask directly four times for a refill on water. They were slammed which is why I'm only taking off one star for service. Definitely check it out.“

“Really enjoyed our meal from Seoul Grill. We ordered the chicken plate and the beef plate, and both were packed with flavor and cooked perfectly. The portions were generous, making it a great value for the price. This is definitely more of a takeout focused restaurant than a sit down spot, but the quality of the food is excellent. If you're looking for delicious Korean food with good portion sizes and fast service, Seoul Grill is well worth a visit.“

“My friend took me here, because he said it’s the real deal. When I walked in, the environment was extremely welcoming and warm. I’ve been not eating meat for a long time, but the hot stone bibim box looked so good I gave in and ordered it. It came out extremely fast right after all the side dishes. It was steaming hot and to die for.“

“Located inside Niki's cafe inside a business building. Made fresh to order, we tried the bulgogi, ham, and mushroom and avocado ones and they were all delicious, especially the mushroom and avocado one. Waaaay better than Hmart. Great portion sizes for the price too.“

“We had an absolutely fantastic meal at JCD Korean BBQ! From the moment we sat down, the service was warm, welcoming, and attentive. The staff was happy to answer questions and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal.

The food was outstanding. The banchan just kept coming, and every side dish was fresh and flavorful. We loved the BBQ, the soups, and even tried soju for the first time, which made the experience even more fun. Everything tasted fresh, was beautifully prepared, and arrived quickly.

If you’re looking for authentic Korean BBQ with generous portions, excellent quality, and genuinely friendly service, JCD is an easy 5 stars. We’ll definitely be back!“

“Fantastic food. EVERYTHING is great including the service. The Thai iced tea is amazing“

“Genuinely one of the best teriyaki meals I’ve had in the local area! Their portion sizes are very generous and tastes are amazing, with old school prices like 2015. The ribeye teriyaki is my personal favorite. Their kimchi is also fresh, perfectly seasoned, and only $1.50 for a medium sized cup, I am not sure if they make it in house but they could fool me that they do. I can also say their chili sauce that they send home is great too, most places keep it simple with sriracha, but their chili has the perfect heat and sweetness!
We also tried their egg rolls and pot stickers and they’re crispy and flavorful. Would really recommend coming here for a quick meal, their lunch special is especially affordable. Our family has been coming here for over 15 years!“

“I am very picky with my reviews, but this place is just...wow! It's been a while that I've ate food at a restaurant that just made me smile after the first bite. The seasoning and spice of the house noodles was just spot on. My partners ramen was packed with flavor that instantly warmed her body and soul. This was an instant hit. It's a must try. The service and the music just add to the overall positive experience. I'll be back for sure!“

“Ordered the Pork Jjajang myun (best in Portland so far that I’ve tasted) and Seafood Jjambong although a bit spicy. Don’t let the restaurant name and exterior fool you. It’s authentic!“

“I love this restaurant so much! But I wish they open one in Portland, everybody knows Portland are known for nightlife and varieties of restaurants, how come this delicious restaurant is not open in Portland? I hope it will come to Portland where it attracts more customers.“

“Great service and delicious food!“

“The best Korean food I've had in the Beaverton area. I've tried many and this place is far superior to all of them. The banchan were super flavorful and every dish we ordered was enjoyed by the whole table. Highly recommend the spicy marinated crab and the kimchi stew. The server is also extremely friendly and helpful, she really contributed to our lovely experience“

“I got my food to go. I’d never been here before. The host that was going to seat me was super friendly, took me over to the take-out kiosk, showed me how to use it, and explained items on the menu. I ordered one of his suggestions and it was incredible! I’m so glad I went with his suggestion. I made my order, paid for it on the kiosk, and about 10 minutes later, the host brought my meal. Super friendly service! Very quick service. And delicious food. Try this place out. It is great!“

“Ate lunch there yesterday (Valentine's Day) with my wife and our little girls. Staff was extremely welcoming and patient, and made the kids feel right at home. Food was made at a very reasonable pace - and it was utterly amazing. We had the pork bulgogi, the sampler plate, and orange chicken with gyoza for the kids.

Going here is a must!“

“Wanted a Korean food experience and wasn't disappointed. Place was beautiful, customer service was top notch, and food was delicious. Staff were very patient with all of our questions. Price was very reasonable especially with all the food we were served“

“Despite being extremely busy on Superb Ow day, our online order was ready right on time. Even better, it was delicious!!! crispy, sticky, spicy and amazing“

“Always fresh and yum!“

“Me and my boyfriend moved to Oregon in 2023 and this was one of the first places we tried and fell in love with! The food is always made with quality fresh ingredients, comes out super hot, and is consistently delicious! Their orange chicken with the Mac salad is our absolute favorite! The owners are always so kind and remember us by name. They truly care about their customers experience and take pride in what they do. If you’re ever in Sherwood I highly recommend you give Koba a try!!“

“Call ahead and get your grind on at home. Please support your favorite Mama 😉“

“First time trying & don't know what took me so long. I'm a big fan of Katsu Chicken but rarely order it especially if done with chicken breast. It's rare to find chicken breast not overly dry so avoid ordering it. They told me they use thigh meat for all their dishes so went with it. This was wonderful, cooked to perfection, & a huge amount of food. I will be eating on it for two days. The place was super clean & put the food out quickly. I can't wait to try some of their other dishes.“

“My daughter and I tried their corn dogs, she got the original and I got the crispy, I have to say I really enjoyed it. Good beef sausage and mozzarella cheese stacked inside of a hand dipped planko honey batter. Yumm. My daughter said she wasn’t hungry but she sure ate the entire thing. Try it for yourself and you be the judge.“

“Wow! Was it delicious!!! I got Tofu Teriyaki and Spring Rolls. Hubby got Chicken Teriyaki. The plates were beautiful to the eye and the portions were huge! Everything tasted fresh and DELICIOUS!!! This will definitely be a regular for us!!!! The woman who took our order was lovely, I couldn’t stop smiling, she was so friendly and pleasant. Just all around wonderful!“

“if you want to get a good food and quick service this the place to visit.“

“All you can eat Korean barbecue.“

“Good food, but could use a little more meat in their yakesoba dishes. Good price, too!“

“I highly recommend this place. In town for work and found this gem. Been there twice in a week because the food is amazing. I had the teokguk (rice cake soup) for my lunar new year dinner and tonight I had the bi bim bop. Crazy good. Very clean and the service was phenomenal 👌. Rachel 😍 was very nice and welcoming. I will more than likely be eating here several times while I'm here. Can't wait to eat some BBQ and stay awhile lol.“

“I go here about every 4 or 5 months with my gma and have for many years. We only get the Poke bowls as theyre her favorite. Though they were better 7 years ago, that isnt rly that big of a deal for me compared to how hard it seems to get thru a line if there is one present. I tend to find myself limiting my changes to 0 between me and my gmas bowls just to ensure a line doesnt form. The process takes significantly longer than something like subway, and the other items are overpriced. But for a small Poke bowl I guess there arent rly cheap options outside a quality belt sushi style restaurant.“

“Love the food it’s our once a month go to place“

“I wish I would give this place 10 stars. The food was amazing and staff were super nice! Definitely will be going back 🤤“

“A lot of places make artisan donuts, but end up overcomplicating them. Mochinut has a wide selection of mochi donuts that are soft and so very flavorful! It is not necessary to add so much to a donut that it weighs as much as you will once you've eaten it; they have delicious glazes with minimal toppings, and it comes out great!“

“By far and away, my most favorite eatery in Portland. Fried rice spam bowl is my favorite!! But their Kahlua pig and Shoyu chicken are top notch too. Friendly staff, and safe space. Mahalo Plenty.“

“I see this place every day! I surfed the reviews and had ti decide to try!!! I paid and received the shrimp and steak noodles spice level 2 or 3?
From the first bite of these plush and pillowy noodles I was smitten like a kitten !
I wish for the price of almost 20$ that there would be more meat included but the food is so good I am able to over look it for now!!

I did not take a photo for the intent of posting a review! I should have, I captured this photo to show My mom!“