Kimchi Korean Restaurant

1100 N Atherton St, State College
(814) 237-2096

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K Ann

This place claims to be a Korean restaurant, but it’s actually run by Chinese owners, and the food clearly shows it. Almost every dish tasted heavily of MSG, leaving that artificial aftertaste instead of real Korean flavors. The portions were surprisingly small for the price — definitely not worth what they charge.

The bibimbap was the only thing that was somewhat acceptable, but even that felt very basic and lacked the authentic depth of flavor you’d expect from a proper Korean kitchen. The other dishes seemed more like Chinese versions of Korean food — the spices, sauces, and even the way things were cooked had a Chinese twist that didn’t fit.

Overall, it was a disappointing experience. If you’re looking for real Korean food, this is not the place. I would never go back.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 2

FGH

Absolutely delicious food! The spicy pork bulgogi was fantastic!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Dooley Park

They have Korean menu but the food is not.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 3

Ken Shutters

Excellent food!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Q S

Best Korean food we had! We love the food here!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Martin Rezac

Worth going, authentic

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Anne S

The food is delicious!

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 5

Service: 3

Alma Bekbotayeva

The dumplings were absolutely delicious — delicate, thin dough with a flavorful filling. I’ll definitely be coming back! I also love K-pop music, and they were playing it while I was there, which made the atmosphere feel clean, lively, and welcoming.

Lena Choi

The name 'Kimch' had me thinking it’d be an authentic Korean restaurant, but the food was more like Chinese-style Korean. I’d rather go to one of the other Korean spots in town.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 4

Susie Alters

Love this place, love the food!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Spicy Galbi Tang, Yukgaejang, Bulgogi Japchae, Rice Cakes Spicy, Bean Sprouts

Curtis Campbell

The food is delicious and portions decent. Authentic Budae Jjigae Korean Army Stew. Enjoyed it very much.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Bulgogi Japchae

Christine Campbell

It was our first time there. We really enjoyed the waitress and the great food!!! It's been 40 years since my husband has had the Army base stew, and he was stationed in South Korea for a year. Plus I really liked the vegetable Tempura, and summer rolls.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Denise Shimel

Great service. Explain what choices are and how best to eat them. Provided extra napkins and even forks if not proficient with chopsticks. Wide selection of authentic drinks. Clean. Will definitely go again.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Galbi Dolsot

Alani4life

Sooo yummm

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Bravo Akin

It’s quite disappointing to see this meal being presented as Korean food—frankly, it’s rather absurd. The dish is overwhelmingly filled with oil and carbohydrates, with barely any vegetables.

Serving something like this under the name of Korean cuisine is not only misleading, but also embarrassing. Restaurants that offer such meals do a disservice to the richness and balance that Korean food is truly known for.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

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