50 Best Korean Restaurants in Houston

“Amazing Korean food as always“

“Está delicioso recomendado cien por ciento debería de ir toda la gente ❤️“

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

“I’ve been twice now. I went a couple of weeks after Barkord opened and for my birthday. It’s always great service, kind people, and the private rooms for karaoke are reasonable and super fun.

Not sure if they have a room dedicated to birthdays, but when I booked a karaoke room I let the staff know it was for my birthday. When I arrived I walked into a room decorated with birthday decor. It was such a sweet surprise! They’re quick to provide service. Overall, atmosphere is welcoming! They have an extensive menu of food and drinks (so good!)

I highly recommend this place!“

“It’s a lot of fun you can’t go wrong with a karaoke place and this place was gorgeous! So pretty and fun. It was packed. The rooms for karaoke are very high tech and the seats are incredible comfortable. I booked a large room for my husband and it really could fit like 17 people! The disco lights were so cool too. It felt very private and they have tons of great alcohol selection. I wish I tried the foods! But we were so busy singing .
Fyi parking is super super limited esp on a Friday night.
Would recommend car pooling

Of note no outside food allowed. I do wish they made this place more vegan friendly for those who have religious/cultural
/personal reasons they could not have meat.

1/23/26 - went back for to go and the food was delicious! Haven’t had the food here before but it is tasty. I loved the soup !“

“Came here for lunch and was met with a beautiful restaurant! The food was good, but not worth the price in my opinion. I would recommend coming during the weekdays for their lunch special. Galbi and seafood pancake were good, just expensive.“

“Good afternoon everyone! We attended Gen Korean BBQ House in Houston, Tx on Friday 7/5/2023. My family And I were in for a visit from Louisiana and decided to eat here for a couple of reasons; Reason 1: My daughter and I have a very severe allergy to Iodine/Seafood so we're very very limited to what we can eat but with Korean BBQ we can pick out meats and safely cook it on a grill that hasn't been exposed to any seafood products! Reason 2: We don't have very many, if any Korean BBQ spots in Lake Charles, La and we absolutely love this food. So we chose to go to Gen Korean BBQ but to our surprise our hostess/waitress was Extremely rude! not just once or twice but, throughout the whole dining experience! My fiance requested another waiter or waitress after speaking to the manager but nothing was done besides him saying he would speak to the rude waitress, that's unacceptable so we quietly left! I'm not sure if she was having a bad night or this is generally how she acts but where I'm from this is not acceptable and speaks volumes about her character!“

“Interesting menu choices & delish dides. I picked a mild spice level & it was perfect. Nice staff & easy to locate. Good value too.“

“It’s an energized lil’ spot. A guy who works near the restaurant suggested I go there when I asked where he likes to go eat nearby. I had a Sapporo beer and the Mayo Chicken and Rice.

Chefs kiss.

The waitress was nice. The staff was cool. They didn’t throw me attitude for coming in 40 minutes before close. Some places get weird near closing.

The food tastes distinctly fresh. The flavors are on point.“

“Lap is so kind and welcoming. The food is delicious and comforting at a very reasonable price. I eat here at least once per week and my favorite dishes are the potato pancakes, beef pho and the shredded beef stew. My goal is to try the whole menu but sometimes my favorite dishes are too good to pass up.“

“had them today for the first time I must say The taste was sublime“

“First time trying chilantro bbq and it was superb! Food was fresh and delicious! We will return.“

“The taste is so good. I have been eating this soup for more than 10 years, but I’ve been a customer here for 2 years.

Sometimes when I order extra spicy online, I receive regular spicy. I always pay $1 extra for extra spicy because I really love spicy food.

One day when I ordered extra spicy at the restaurant, the waitress explained to me twice that it’s already spicy. I understand she was just worried about me 😊

But since there is an extra spicy option and customers choose extra spicy, please make it extra spicy. When I get the wrong spice level, I can’t enjoy the food because it doesn’t meet my taste level.“

“Newbies to Korean BBQ. The CHEF was AMAZING!! Not only did he come over to our table, he cooked all of our food on the hot plate and explained all the food, flavors and how to cook it ourselves next time. Best experience I’ve had in awhile eating out!“

“First time trying chilantro bbq and it was superb! Food was fresh and delicious! We will return.“

“Everything was really good“

“Kids love it. Nice and cozy little shop. It’s kind of annoying when ordering for everyone because unless the kids are standing at the counter when your order shows up all at once , you will lose track of what’s what and who’s corndog belongs to who.

Once, they did an order wrong and re-did it for us free of charge. Excellent customer service.

We always visit here when we are in the area.

If you want your corndog to have meat make sure you specify what kind when you are ordering haha!“

“Authentic Korean dishes! Jun is always accommodating and he loves kids too!“

“I can’t express how great of a time we had here. The atmosphere is nice and the area is clean. The staff is friendly, attentive, and welcoming. The food quality is amazing and the portions were definitely worth the price. For two people it was a lot of fun, but this would also be a good place for large groups. I recommend and I’d go again.“

“I didn't know korean corn dogs / egg sandwiches were a thing but I do now.“

“Manna Noodle House has a warm, homey charm, thanks in large part to the server who I believe is also the owner. She was incredibly kind and welcoming. The service was friendly and attentive.

The white soup was comforting and flavorful, and the bulgogi beef was tasty as well.

That said, the dining area felt more like sitting in someone’s living room than in a proper restaurant. While that can be cozy for some, it didn’t quite have the professional setting you’d expect when dining out. The atmosphere could use a bit of polishing.“

“Saw all of the amazing tasty food on Facebook and bookmarked it;made the trip with my girl and what else can I say.I WAS AMAZING!!!THE BEST!!!!!! The guy that rang us up was also very helpful with our selections!!!!“

“Best Doggg ive ever had!!!“

“Attentive staff. Great variety.“

“It's a great place for a potluck, and the place is clean😀“

“We placed an order that was delivered. BBQ wings were the best I have ever had coast to coast. The rest of the meal, bowls and noodles were awesome. This was are first visit but won’t be the last.“

“first time here and we had a great service and the staff is very friendly Definitely worth coming back to.“

“Best noodles ever. Also a unique garlicky kimchi.“

“I absolutely recommend this restaurant for you guys! My first impression about them was their attitude!!, they are so friendly and really nice to my family. I chose this special menu below and it was delicious,... (if u guys like spicy, u can pick spicy pork). This is IMPORTANT, You can ask them how to eat the seaweed with rice, and side foods (DON'T be shy, I asked them too!!). I also recommend to try their hot tea! Sum of everything, U should try this restaurant one time!!!!“

“Hands down my favorite Korean bbq place! The staff is friendly and the food was awesome.“

““Overall, my experience was thoroughly enjoyable. The service was marked by a genuinely friendly and attentive waitress who contributed to the welcoming atmosphere. Each dish was thoughtfully crafted and delivered with balanced, tasteful flavors. It’s a charming spot that I would confidently recommend to anyone looking for a pleasant and satisfying dining experience.“

“Man was this place a pleasant surprise! My wife's turn to pick the restaurant and picked here. I'm honestly not a fan of most Korean food. So we order the seafood pancakes, spicy chicken bulgolgi, and kimchi. All three were 5 out of 5! The seafood pancakes were full of seafood and was crunchy and fresh, delicious! Might be my new favorite restaurant!“

“The fried chicken was delicious! I also loved the tteokbokki! I highly recommend Krisp Korean Fried Chicken.“

“Visited on New Year’s Eve. The Korean food is bold, authentic, and well seasoned, with a great variety of drinks. Soju is a must. Later at night there was a DJ, good music, and a fun vibe that made eating and drinking very enjoyable. The crowd was mostly younger people living abroad or locals who grew up here.

One small downside was the reservation system. I initially booked a regular table, but it was later canceled because they only accept reservations for karaoke rooms. To be fair, the table option was removed from the system afterward. Luckily, we walked in around 8 pm and had no problem getting a table, as the place really starts filling up closer to 9:30 or 10 pm.

Overall, still a lively and enjoyable spot, especially later at night.“

“Great environment! I came for my graduation celebration with friends, and I really liked how much room I had to calmly eat and just enjoy being out of high school. Food was good, ice cream was great, the staff was kind and patient!“

“My review will be somewhat biased because I’ve been coming here for years with my Dad since it’s so close to work and it’s relatively unknown. It’s a no frills restaurant/convenience store. The original owner used to cook all the dishes herself but with age, she’s trusted the restaurants to her stewards who have been with her for decades. They’ve done a great job continuing the cooking technics and quality of taste. The kimchi is still made fresh in-house as are all their banchan. I’ve had everything on the menu but never took pictures. Their braised short ribs are so succulent. Their jjampong, although not filled with as much seafood as in the past, is still solid and the taste is nostalgic for me. Spicy yet flavorful. All their dishes are solid. Still a favorite of mine, when I need a quick and home cooked meal.“

“Our lunch at Jumma in Houston was a delightful experience. The fish katsu was perfectly crispy, and the chicken katsu was equally satisfying. The Bulgogi Rice was a standout, with flavorful marinated beef. The staff were attentive and helpful, enhancing our enjoyable meal.“

“When shopping we have stopped in to grab a bite to eat a few times & enjoyed it each time. The bulgogi bbq, tteokbokki & mandu are all pretty good. They are a little pricey but not so pricey that we won't order, haha. Tasty snacks.“

“Great food. Friendly staff.“

“muchas gracias por su atención, es excelente el servicio y muy rica la comida y se puede pasar una rato muy agradable con la familia y amigos.“

“I recently visited ToreOre Chicken, and it was an outstanding experience from start to finish! The chicken was incredibly crispy on the outside yet tender and juicy on the inside. Each flavor was well-balanced and delicious without being overwhelming.

The restaurant was clean, the service was friendly, and the food came out fresh and hot. You can really taste the quality and care they put into every order.

If you’re looking for flavorful Korean fried chicken with consistently great taste, I highly recommend ToreOre. I will definitely be coming back!“

“Have been here for several times! Food is legit and authentic! Service is good too! The Jokbal and Bossam are “must-order”s. Kukbam and haejuntang are also yummy. Big portion with decent price - I can’t see any complaints about this place.

I saw that most bad reviews were about the “slow service “ during the soft opening, which I also have experienced the 1st time I stepped into this restaurant. BUT now they are extremely professional and friendly! Way to go JangChoongDong!“

“The dishes are adequate, delivering a satisfactory dining experience without excess. Its greatest advantage lies in its location within H Mart, allowing for a seamless transition from meal to market shopping. Overall, the experience is pleasant and convenient.“

“I’ve never had a Korean meal before as it’s been only the BBQ joints for me but this place was awesome! Everything was good, didn’t taste salty and service was wonderful!“

“I'd make the 3 hour drive just for the kimchi! Delicious food!“

“Il Me Jung is a solid spot for authentic Korean seafood. The highlight here is definitely the raw small octopus and soy marinated crab (ganjang gejang). Both dishes are very fresh and prepared in a traditional style.

That being said, these are raw dishes with very unique textures and flavors. If you’re not used to eating raw octopus or marinated raw crab, it might feel a bit unfamiliar at first. I would recommend going with someone who enjoys Korean seafood so you can try a variety of dishes.

Overall, the food quality is good and the experience feels authentic. Just be aware of the specialty items before ordering.“

“Good food. Will recommend the place to our friends.“

“The food 🍱 is very good 😊“