Food was ok not bad but not delicious:( Meat portion was literally 2 bites and I had to order more that potion was generous and only $2 so that was nice but for 25 for a soda a bulgogi bowl that was just ok I won't be back .
Mandy H.
Lunch special is really a good deal and they open at 11 am! Glad I am able to find this place for a spring break weekday lunch special.
Kevin Campbell
Staff is super super friendly and the food was delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Elisama Navarro
The service was great, very attentive and friendly staff. The food came out fast and everything tasted great. We got the gyoza, seafood bulgogi and short rib bulgogi.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood, Beef Bulgogi
Tanweer Khan
Food is good but not wow.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Michael B.
Coming from OC, California, I had my fair share of Korean food from mom-and-pop style restaurants. Living in downtown Austin, it's a bit a drive to get to the Chinatown Center, but we finally made the trek out there. Given that there isn't much of a Korean food scene in Austin, I tried to temper my expectations with Korean Grill. To my surprise, Korean Grill managed to meet the same level of food quality and flavors as the shops in OC. All the side dishes (banchan) were knockouts, from the seasoned fishcake to the marinated cucumbers. The soft tofu soup was packed with the addictive spices and flavors that keeps you wanting more. The hot stone rice bowl (dolsot bibimbap) had a great assortment of veggies and came out piping hot - like, you can see the smoke in my photo! Now if you're familiar with these kind of Korean mom-and-pop places, you know they are not known for their service or ambiance. Sure, the interior was nothing special, but at least it was quite spacious. The mom (owner?) may come off a bit brash on first impression, but she was actually quite accommodating and attentive. All-in-all, I was quite happy with my experience! Even though the drive out there is kinda long, I'll be sure to come by again when those Korean kravings kick in!
Desi A.
I used to live in Seoul, S. Korea as a teenager so I'm always in search for Korean restaurants. My fiancé and I decided to try this spot out. A "hole in the wall" type of place, but those are the most authentic in my opinion. It was clean and felt warm and welcoming. I really loved the wall color and tables. The staff were super friendly and the food was great. Highly recommend!
Rick Tse
Food is not so good compare last year. That may be reason of only 3 tables of customer in Sunday lunch.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Seafood Pancake
Alexander Medina
Great food, okay prices, and great service!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jose P.
Pleasantly surprising dining experience. Not much is assumed from the exterior of the building, pictures on the outside show you the menu, the ambiance, well there is none, but that's completely ok. On par with ambiance, is the service, which is traditionally eastern. Meaning there's a different expectations to service here. I saw a couple of reviews complaining about service to that I think about when I was traveling abroad, I learned it's customary to have to yell over to get your waiters attention, if you don't make noise you'll get ignored. Although it does not completely transfer to Korean grill it's not a 5 star service, but here, we're not worried about any of that. Because we're here for the food, for this restaurant to be suggested solely on the food speaks volumes. Great spice combinations, jam packed with flavor paired to tender beef, fresh calamari, and delicious pork among everything else served fresh and delicious. Come expecting great food and not much else, you won't be disappointed
Food is good. Service no. :( Do I want to eat there and get judged by the amount of rice that I want and I pay, NO. Would I just order to go instead. Yes. just bad service man! Just don't scream and everyone knows I need extra rice! Geez!
Chelsea L.
Located in Austin's Chinatown, Korean Grill is a solid choice for Korean food! I got the Yukgaejang, which is spicy beef noodle stew and it's great! I was able to finish the whole thing for dinner. They provide banchan (side dishes) and I really love them. They are typical for Korean meals and you may ask for refills.
Big M.
Nice Korean spot in Austin's China Town. 3.5 s. Inside is a bit unassuming and could use some color. I will say the space looks clean. I ordered takeout but the presentations I could see looked pleasing. (Full Disclosure, I have been to Korea) so I was looking for more. Let's get to the important part. I ordered the Beef Bulgogi,Chicken Bulgogi, egg rolls and the fried pork. The flavor was good (I was looking for a bit more) my wife said hers was nicely done. The rice was also cooked well. Egg rolls were fried nicely and not just filled with vegetables. The kimchi/bean sprouts & cucumbers were fresh (lacking some heat) but more of a vinaigrette. Service was fast (12 minutes +/-) and my order was still hot when I arrived home.
tina do
Go during their lunch time (11am-3pm weekdays), so the price is cheaper. There are a variety of bento boxes, fried rice, stews, and ramens options for their lunch menu. I got their seafood soft tofu jigae which was good and spicy. I also had their beef bulgogi ramen. The broth was slightly sweet, but I like the slightly chewy ramen the most. Both of these were on the lunch options. Their seafood pancake is huge to justify the $16 price point. It’s not the best I ever had, but it wasn’t bad.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Soft Tofu Jjigae
Aileen Medina
Ordered the spicy rice cakes, gyoza, and galbi short ribs and it was all delicious. Would highly recommend!
Food was ok not bad but not delicious:( Meat portion was literally 2 bites and I had to order more that potion was generous and only $2 so that was nice but for 25 for a soda a bulgogi bowl that was just ok I won't be back .
Lunch special is really a good deal and they open at 11 am! Glad I am able to find this place for a spring break weekday lunch special.
Staff is super super friendly and the food was delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The service was great, very attentive and friendly staff. The food came out fast and everything tasted great. We got the gyoza, seafood bulgogi and short rib bulgogi.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood, Beef Bulgogi
Food is good but not wow.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Coming from OC, California, I had my fair share of Korean food from mom-and-pop style restaurants. Living in downtown Austin, it's a bit a drive to get to the Chinatown Center, but we finally made the trek out there. Given that there isn't much of a Korean food scene in Austin, I tried to temper my expectations with Korean Grill. To my surprise, Korean Grill managed to meet the same level of food quality and flavors as the shops in OC. All the side dishes (banchan) were knockouts, from the seasoned fishcake to the marinated cucumbers. The soft tofu soup was packed with the addictive spices and flavors that keeps you wanting more. The hot stone rice bowl (dolsot bibimbap) had a great assortment of veggies and came out piping hot - like, you can see the smoke in my photo! Now if you're familiar with these kind of Korean mom-and-pop places, you know they are not known for their service or ambiance. Sure, the interior was nothing special, but at least it was quite spacious. The mom (owner?) may come off a bit brash on first impression, but she was actually quite accommodating and attentive. All-in-all, I was quite happy with my experience! Even though the drive out there is kinda long, I'll be sure to come by again when those Korean kravings kick in!
I used to live in Seoul, S. Korea as a teenager so I'm always in search for Korean restaurants. My fiancé and I decided to try this spot out. A "hole in the wall" type of place, but those are the most authentic in my opinion. It was clean and felt warm and welcoming. I really loved the wall color and tables. The staff were super friendly and the food was great. Highly recommend!
Food is not so good compare last year. That may be reason of only 3 tables of customer in Sunday lunch.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Seafood Pancake
Great food, okay prices, and great service!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pleasantly surprising dining experience. Not much is assumed from the exterior of the building, pictures on the outside show you the menu, the ambiance, well there is none, but that's completely ok. On par with ambiance, is the service, which is traditionally eastern. Meaning there's a different expectations to service here. I saw a couple of reviews complaining about service to that I think about when I was traveling abroad, I learned it's customary to have to yell over to get your waiters attention, if you don't make noise you'll get ignored. Although it does not completely transfer to Korean grill it's not a 5 star service, but here, we're not worried about any of that. Because we're here for the food, for this restaurant to be suggested solely on the food speaks volumes. Great spice combinations, jam packed with flavor paired to tender beef, fresh calamari, and delicious pork among everything else served fresh and delicious. Come expecting great food and not much else, you won't be disappointed
Restaurantji Recommends
Food is good. Service no. :( Do I want to eat there and get judged by the amount of rice that I want and I pay, NO. Would I just order to go instead. Yes. just bad service man! Just don't scream and everyone knows I need extra rice! Geez!
Located in Austin's Chinatown, Korean Grill is a solid choice for Korean food! I got the Yukgaejang, which is spicy beef noodle stew and it's great! I was able to finish the whole thing for dinner. They provide banchan (side dishes) and I really love them. They are typical for Korean meals and you may ask for refills.
Nice Korean spot in Austin's China Town. 3.5 s. Inside is a bit unassuming and could use some color. I will say the space looks clean. I ordered takeout but the presentations I could see looked pleasing. (Full Disclosure, I have been to Korea) so I was looking for more. Let's get to the important part. I ordered the Beef Bulgogi,Chicken Bulgogi, egg rolls and the fried pork. The flavor was good (I was looking for a bit more) my wife said hers was nicely done. The rice was also cooked well. Egg rolls were fried nicely and not just filled with vegetables. The kimchi/bean sprouts & cucumbers were fresh (lacking some heat) but more of a vinaigrette. Service was fast (12 minutes +/-) and my order was still hot when I arrived home.
Go during their lunch time (11am-3pm weekdays), so the price is cheaper. There are a variety of bento boxes, fried rice, stews, and ramens options for their lunch menu. I got their seafood soft tofu jigae which was good and spicy. I also had their beef bulgogi ramen. The broth was slightly sweet, but I like the slightly chewy ramen the most. Both of these were on the lunch options. Their seafood pancake is huge to justify the $16 price point. It’s not the best I ever had, but it wasn’t bad.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Soft Tofu Jjigae
Ordered the spicy rice cakes, gyoza, and galbi short ribs and it was all delicious. Would highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5