39 Best Korean Restaurants in Portland

“From our nine year old: Amazing service and great mocktails! We went during the make your own Gimbap and it was absolutely amazing!!“

“This was my second time at Frybaby, and I had to bring my friend so she could experience the Korean fried chicken with Snow Cheese since she'd never had either. Theirs, imo, is the best ive had in wa/or. It was just as good as I remembered.

The chicken wings are so crispy and light while still being incredibly juicy. And the Snow Cheese is such a good sweet and savory topping. It kind of reminds me of honey mustard in the best way. It balances two completely different flavors and somehow makes them work together perfectly.

We also tried the kimchi mac. I was expecting more of a traditional creamy mac and cheese with pieces of kimchi mixed in, but it was more like a pasta with a kimchi-flavored white sauce. I personally would have preferred something cheesier with actual pieces of kimchi throughout. It wasn’t bad, it just wasn’t quite what I was expecting from a kimchi mac.

The cucumber salad was another highlight. It was fresh, crunchy, flavorful, and a really nice contrast to the richness of the fried chicken and pasta.

If you’re looking for Korean fried chicken in Portland, Frybaby is definitely worth checking out. The Snow Cheese chicken is the thing I’d recommend most, especially if you like that sweet and savory combination. It’s the kind of dish that makes you immediately understand why you had to come back for it.“

“One of the best Korean restaurants in town! We drive 40 minutes just to eat here, even though there are plenty of Korean restaurants near us. Nothing compares to Bibim.

Not only is the food consistently delicious, but it's also a family-owned business, which makes the experience even more special. Their daughter is one of the kindest people you'll meet, she always goes above and beyond to make everyone feel welcome.

Every dish is full of flavor, fresh, and made with so much care. If you haven't tried Bibim yet, you're seriously missing out on some of the best Korean food around.

I'm genuinely rooting for this business because they truly deserve to thrive. Supporting local family-owned restaurants like this is always worth it, and I'll happily keep making the 40-minute drive for their incredible food. ❤“

“I ordered the bibimbap with the bulgogi beef and it was delicious 😋 the price is a little bit higher then some of the other spots I go to for bibimbap but the quality, quantity and convenience (I live in St Johns) makes it worth it. I'll be back, thank you 🙏“

“Nice Korean restaurant in an odd neighborhood in Southeast Portland. The food was excellent. A large piece of meat to share with various sides you put into lettuce wraps. Great chicken wings appetizer. Friendly, knowledgeable wait staff. Nice alcohol selection including craft beer. Told others at our meeting to go and will definitely return.“

“A fried chicken sando… that instantly lets you know what you have been missing in life!

It’s not for a picky eater! This sando is for people who love food, and are okay with things as it comes!

The guy was SUPER SUPER NICE! Huge smile and friendly.

Thank you for the amazing food and service!“

“Food is amazing! I got 3 tacos - spicy pork, bulgogi beef, and teriyaki chicken. All were delicious, but the spicy pork and bulgogi beef were my favorites. Would definitely recommend and stop here again when visiting Portland!“

“It seems like an impossible task to capture a Korean BBQ in a food cart, but somehow they do it. I get the pork belly and the slightly higher price point verses other carts is well-worth it, as there's easily enough for leftovers. You will have to physically restrain yourself from finishing it, though.“

“Delicious food ever love the honey spice sauce“

“soooo good!! My favorites are the brisket and beef bulgogi. The steamed egg is also amazing. Like a tiny souffle! various condiments... i think next time I'll do a la carte of the meat portions. mostly because after two rounds of AYCE I'm overstuffed and no taking leftovers... can't wait to go back!“

“family friendly and a beautiful environment ❤️ Just love this place“

“This Food cart has the best wings around. Sweet and savory, crunchy and Flavorful. The Burgers are definitely different than anywhere I've had And amazing with cool city street choices! This is definitely a must go to spot! 10/10“

“Polite young employee helped us yesterday. Served up some really well cooked, crispy wings and really good spring rolls, not too oily or mushy or anything, clean, good area, outdoor seating.
The inside looks a lil post covid...lots of unused space. But dont let it dissuade you. Good food.“

“Hands down some of, if not the, best Korean food I’ve had in Portland. Hand pulled noodles were delightfully spicy, kimchi had a really nice kick as well, and the Galbi Bulgogi had my boyfriend and I shaking our heads in disbelief and satisfaction. Servers were super friendly and promptly brought out our drinks, sides, and silverware, while we watched the World Cup finale. We were smiling and absolutely demolished our food, surprising considering the portions were very large for the price! We will 110% be back, and we strongly recommend this to everyone!“

“Love this fusion Korean food!“

“Food is amazing! I got 3 tacos - spicy pork, bulgogi beef, and teriyaki chicken. All were delicious, but the spicy pork and bulgogi beef were my favorites. Would definitely recommend and stop here again when visiting Portland!“

“Best lollipop chicken and garlic noodles in town!! Great friendly owners :)“

“I had the tofu soup and the BBQ beef short ribs. I’m not sure if the flavors are completely authentic, but I really enjoyed everything. The tofu soup was rich, comforting, and full of flavor, and the BBQ beef short ribs were tender and delicious. The portions were generous, and the meal left me feeling very satisfied. I would definitely come back the next time I’m in the area.“

“I have only been here once, but I can't wait to go back. The bulgogi bibimbap was so flavorful, and such a generous portion. And kimchi was the tastiest I have ever had. The service was very friendly and kind, and fast. I can't wait to try more menu items.“

“All you can eat Korean barbecue.“

“Had the yakisoba, the dumplings and the Kana moo Krob. Everything was full of flavor, well balanced, and filling. Plates were cleared and the staff was awesome. Honestly such a great place, would recommend for a low key date with good, quality food.“

“your restaurant have 5 start from me..the food is delicious. fresh and healthy.“

“Loved it. Food was really good. But Portland in general has great food. Had the noodles and most of the menu. Brought the family. The woman owner was amazingly friendly and accommodating with my wife’s allergy. We would most certainly go again and again.“

“Solid teriyaki, consistent, flavorful, good portions, and a great place that has lasted and endured. I like the salad, the vibe, a great lunch spot. Call it in and just know it’s popular and busy, it’s worth it. It’s busy for a reason and they usually have it on point during the rush. Great community, and like I said, solid. You know if you go, and if you go, you know.“

“This is my FAVORITE malatang spot in Portland ˙ᵕ˙ᰔ

The flavor is always sooo good—literally #1!

The staff here are the sweetest 🥰 They were super kind and even helped us figure out parking tonight, which we really appreciated!

Good food and kind people (❁´◡`❁)“

“Such a unique and elevated dining experience at such a reasonable price! The broths are amazing and the portion sizes are generous and hearty! Our only one and small complaint is the chairs indoors are a little uncomfortable but this place is an experience truly worth your time and money!“

“The jackfruit plate is fire!!“

“What a great time! Love this place. Makes me feel so at home.“

“Always fresh and yum!“

“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.“

“So, I'll start by noting that Korean cuisine is not generally my first/favorite choice, but if friends or family want I'll go along.

However, this restaurant may have changed my mind.

As noted on the AI summary, service is attentive and the restaurant has tables and decor that can accommodate different occasions.

I'd never had cold pork belly before but it was delicious here. Their red pepper sauce is spicy without being overwhelming and was delicious on the tofu banchan as well as with the pork belly.

The fried lotus chips could be a good bar snack with soju or a nice first course. I didn't load up on the sauce but it was a slightly sweet garlic mayonnaise.

The barley tea here even seemed better (cleaner tasting somehow) compared to other area restaurants.“

“This is our favorite go to authentic Chinese restaurant in Portland. The food is fresh, hot, and so delicious. The owner is very nice and knows us by name. It's nice to find a place in Portland where my family can order in their native tongue (Cantonese) and have a full conversation.
Our favorite dishes that we pretty much always get is the salt and pepper fish, sweet and sour pork, and the Happy Family. We've tried many other dishes as well and they were all very good.“

“Good food and good drinks.“

“I had the bulgogi rice bowl and WOW it was delicious! reasonably priced and nice staff. will definitely go again and highly recommend this place to others!“

“I recently visited Fomo Chicken, and I'm happy to say that the food has really improved over the years. The soy garlic fried chicken I had was delicious, and I appreciated the amount food I got for my money. While the customer service was okay, it was the food that stole the show. The flavor of the fried chicken was spot on, and it's clear that they've made strides in providing a better dining experience. If you're a fan of soy garlic fried chicken, this place is definitely worth a visit. Overall, a tasty and satisfying meal!“

“Went in today as a first time customer and asked for whatever the employees thought was the most popular. They pointing to the #3 combo. This is the best Chinese food that I’ve had in years. Will definitely be going back. This is true authentic Chinese food. 😊😊 LOVE IT!!!“

“I’m 33 and I have been coming here since I was in high school (St. Mary’s alums will understand), and the owner always recognizes me and still remembers my order to this day even though I have gone months and even years in between visits sometimes. She is so sweet and prepares the food with care; I usually get the veggie yakisoba and I’ve never been disappointed. Their peanut sauce is my favorite. Their food is still reasonably priced, so definitely tip if you’re able!

It’s a smallish spot with not a ton of indoor seating, but I always get my food to go anyway. Parking can sometimes be a little tricky during peak traffic, but if you’re willing to walk a block or two you should be fine.“

“Decent price for all you can eat Korean BBQ; prices range per package with the main difference being seafood and offal. You get frozen or marinated meats you cook on a hot grill. There are also entrees you can order, but that’s not what you come here for unless you are pressed for time.“

“The service is always good and the food is worth the money . Enjoy the food very much. Very good portion size of food . My kids likes it and so do us. The wait is pretty good..“