43 Best Korean Restaurants in Annandale

“Friendly service and great food.“

“Friendly service! We came in without a reservation and they were able to accommodate us quickly. The rose tteokbokki is soooo delicious!!!! Highly recommend!! The prices are reasonable and their food is delicious - definitely a new favorite in the DMV area!“

“Sorimmara Annandale delivers a truly refined Korean dining experience. Every dish is beautifully prepared, showcasing fresh ingredients, balanced flavors, and exquisite presentation. The service is equally impressive — warm, attentive, and effortlessly professional.

A perfect blend of authenticity and sophistication, Sorimmara stands out as one of Annandale’s finest restaurants. Highly recommended for those seeking elevated Korean cuisine and impeccable hospitality.“

“As a party of two, we ordered the tteokbokki + regular kimbap combo and spicy squid over rice. The food was decent, but not one of my favorite Korean restaurants. The tteokbokki was on the sweeter side. Kimbap was good! The staff kept trying to talk to us in Korean even though we don’t speak it, but that’s okay.“

“You have got to ask for Jay Kim, he is the best server in the house. He was patient and ever so helpful with us as first time hot potters. I had a vegetarian hot pot, well, except for the dumplings. Although they have no vegetarian options, he worked with me and provided me with an alternate option. It would be more awesome for them to add it to their menu tho for those of us who just love veggies. The broth is vegetarian based so it makes sense to have a vegetarian option along with it. We had a party of 8 and Jay Kim made it so much fun!!! The food was absolutely delicious. Everything was so fresh. One other option that would have been great to have would be fresh ginger at the sauce bar and mushrooms on the vegetable plate. We were all pleasantly pleased with our food. The ambiance is very nice, low light but more than enough to cook and enjoy each other's company. Jay Kim made sure we always had what we needed. The sauce bar was amazing, so many choices. I recommend making a few bowls, some for the broth and and some for dipping your cooked food. If you get any type of meat, also make a sauce to marinade the meat. You don't have to but it made a good difference. Meats are thinly sliced for quick cooking and again,so fresh. The price was worth the amount of food and the experience. There is an all you can eat option or an a la carte option where you just get one meat selection and a vegetable plate which was more than enough for us as a party of young ladies. This was a great first hot pot experience and I definitely recommend it, just make sure to ask for Jay Kim. I know you will enjoy it!!!“

“IVY and ANDREA are the best waitresses there by far. 🇻🇳🇹🇭 It was my first time. IVY and ANDREA has great menu knowledge and ensured it was a great time. IVY and ANDREA were working hard, always cleaning, and having fun. They kept smiling! IVY and ANDREA kept the bar clean by making sure I had everything I needed for dining at the bar.

Those waitresses are AMAZING!!! ANDREA and IVY are beyond exemplary, very patient, and very friendly and informative with menu choices.

Every other employee there was mostly forgettable. Next time you go, ask to sit with them.

Tell the Managers to give ANDREA and IVY a pay bump and pay raise!!! ASAP!

Thank you, IVY and ANDREA! 🇻🇳🇹🇭“

“Today I had a really satisfying meal at K-Street inside K Market.

The pork cutlet was very comforting and balanced — just a classic, reliable donkatsu flavor.
What impressed me the most was the tuna kimbap. The ratio of egg and carrot was excellent, and the flavor was clean, mild, and not salty or overpowering at all. It felt very different from the typical overly seasoned $9.99 kimbap.

Everything tasted fresh and well balanced.

I’d definitely recommend the donkatsu and kimbap at K-Street inside K Market if you are looking for a simple and satisfying Korean-style meal.“

“Come sing at the bar! Room! With great food and drinks!!“

“I can say this is one of my personal favorite to go, especially during summer when it’s so hot outside and I am craving for something to cool down.

Owners are very friendly and always greet you with smile. It’s a self-serve restaurant in a food court, but they answer your questions in a nice manner and appreciates you dining with them.

The food is so gooood. Cold buckwheat soba is a must-try here, especially during summer. There is a bowl of sauce that you mix wasabi and minced raddish, and you put buckwheat noodles into the sauce and eats it from there. Other buckwheat noodle dish are solid as well if you want something warm or hot to heat you up.

Over the summer, I go to this restaurant at least once a month, if not more. I highly recommend this restaurant for anyone who wants to eat healthy noodles with diverse flavor.“

“The service was excellent. I like the special treat in the end. Glad we decided to go here.“

“The yukgaejang was so, so good! It’s the best in the area and the best I’ve had in a long time. I love their radish kimchi. My honey ordered the oxtail soup and it was also great. Along with the oxtail were the most flavorful tendon bits. I look forward to trying their other items.“

“The staff were very welcoming when I entered the restaurant. My girlfriend and I sat at the bar, and the bartenders were extremely friendly — the service was excellent. The food and drinks were great, and the owner even gave us a couple of pieces of sashimi to try, which were amazing! I highly recommend this place to anyone looking to enjoy a fun night out with friends.“

“Next stop on the Virginialicious Food Tour Company was Red Holic, and this one really stood out.

Great atmosphere, great energy, and just an overall fun experience. The food was excellent across the board, but what made this stop different was the personal touch. The owner came out, served us herself, poured the Korean beer, and took the time to walk us through everything we were eating. You could tell she genuinely cared that we understood and enjoyed the experience.

That kind of hospitality goes a long way.

And once again, Sujin kept everything running smooth. She does an incredible job tying each stop together and making sure you’re not just eating, but actually experiencing it.

This tour just keeps building momentum with every stop.“

“Awesome place friendly staff, Ally was awesome she played some uno with us while it wasn’t busy. Karaoke prices are good for the space and definitely great for special events. Great atmosphere definitely recommend if ya wanna be a regular“

“Wonderful service and equally wonderful food ! So glad to have good quality Korean food in our local community!“

“Best K BBQ in the area!! Authentic ban chan side dishes and seasonings, organic and fresh produce, high quality and generous portion of food.

Catering, authentic Korean ban chan side dishes, desserts, etc. available immediately next door to the restaurant.

Nondescript area so use Google Maps closely. Ample parking available in front, side, and back.“

“Great Korean spot! The army stew came in a huge portion — easily enough for 3–4 people to share. The pork katsu was a bit on the harsh side for my taste, but still decent. It’s a solid place for late-night eats, especially for night owls, but keep in mind that although they close at 2, the kitchen shuts down a little earlier.( Been there once around 11, was told their kitchen was closed) Overall, good food and worth checking out!“

“We went on Saturday around 6 pm and were able to find parking. Food and service were excellent. Not very busy. However, they are known for more late night business.

Keeping this review here from December 2025 or so: 3 stars
We have been trying to go here with no success. There is never amy parking even after sitting in the parking lot for 15 mins waiting on someone to come out. Surrounding parking areas are blocked off or have towing signs posted. We will keep trying to go, however, since the reviews are good.“

“sooo...this is my favorite spot in the entire NCR. The food is excellent, the service is excellent, and the accommodations and ambiance create holiday memories to remember!“

“My friend and I stopped by Lighthouse Tofu for lunch and really enjoyed our meal. We ordered different tofu soups and shared the Pa Jun, and everything was delicious. The soups were flavorful, comforting, and served piping hot, while the Pa Jun was crispy, savory, and perfect for sharing.

The lunch prices were very reasonable and offered great value for the quality and portion sizes. Just keep in mind that prices are higher during dinner service, so lunch is an especially good time to visit.

The restaurant has a casual, welcoming atmosphere, and the food is clearly the star of the show. While I wouldn't quite give it 5 stars, it's a solid 4-star experience and a place I'd happily return to when craving Korean comfort food in Annandale.“

“This is my favorite Korean barbecue spot. Anytime a friend of mine suggests kbbq, we either go here or their sister hot pot location if we are in the mood.

The service is great, they are always fast at delivering the items. They will stop by to help cook the meat if you are not a pro. The menu has lots of options and unless they are super busy, they don’t limit the time to two hours. They’ll let you hang out a little longer, they may cut off the ordering time, but they won’t make you vacate the booth.

I’ve always had great experiences.

There is plenty of free parking, but it does get busy. We’ve had issues finding parking before, but I’ve never had to wait more than 10 minutes for someone to leave. It’s in a complex with a few other restaurants.“

““Karaoke, great drinks, and an excellent staff make this a great night destination for someone looking to have a good time with friends. The food is also great, presenting many exotic and delicious dishes, as well as the old classics. The place itself looks amazing, with a great night ambiance, complete with hanging lights and great music. And did I mention the super-fun karaoke?.”“

“Just like the name suggests, it felt like enjoying a home-cooked meal. I was so happy to have such delicious, thoughtfully prepared Korean food, and my kids loved it too. Highly recommend the seolleongtang and the bulgogi stone pot bibimbap!“

“A traditional mom and pop type of spot with the best cuts of meat any Korean BBQ place can offer alongside a secret sauce that goes well with all of them. I’ve realized that in order to reach a healthy, indestructible, integrated, and whole Jungian psyche, one must get everything out of their Freudian system per se, and no one enables that better than “Little Korea.” The discharge of unconscious psychic content through ‘free association’ among other things can get us to where we want to go in terms of a healthy and integrated psyche. It’s a process which ends with what is unconscious becoming conscious. Hence, the two halves of the ‘yin and yang’ which happen to be on the Korean flag and in turn symbolize the two halves of the psyche which in turn seek integration, namely, the conscious and unconscious halves of the psyche. The unconscious strives to become conscious. And we facilitate it through various techniques, one of which is to get everything out of one’s Freudian system per se. It is of course a tumultuous process, but one which assumes its course nonetheless. And no one enables that whole psychoanalytical process better than “Little Korea.” They have my stamp of approval and always will.“

“I had such a great experience here, not just because of the food and service, but because of the owner’s honesty and kindness. Yesterday I almost left double the tip by mistake, and she immediately pointed it out and reminded me to double-check before processing it. That level of integrity really stood out to me.
She is truly caring and thoughtful toward her customers, and it shows she runs her business with heart. I really appreciate her honesty and will absolutely continue supporting this place. Highly recommend!“

“This was my first time at Sorak Garden. My mom picked it out. I ordered the Kimchi Jigae, my son ordered the japchae, and my mom ordered the Dolsot Bibim bap, We shared the fried mandu (dumplings). All the food, even the side dishes (banchan) were delicious. It tasted like my Mom's home cooking. The flavors were authentically Korean. It's sad that I had to leave MD to find a really great Korean restaurant, but I'm glad my mom took me here. The service was wonderful as well. The food didn't take long to come out, and they checked on us which I really appreciated. I believe the owner even came out to talk with us. It was a really great experience. I hope more people will come here to eat. I didn't take photos this time. But I highly recommend this restaurant.“

“Amazing wings and fries. Great atmosphere“

“Stop 3 on the Virginialicious Food Tour Company brought us to Choong Hwa Won, and this place has some serious history behind it.

You can feel it the second you walk in. This is not some trendy pop up. It is a place that has been doing it right for a long time. The fact that two of the original chefs are still there says everything you need to know. That kind of consistency and pride in what they do is rare.

The food was great, the portions were solid, and the whole experience felt authentic from start to finish. Nothing overhyped, just really well done.

And once again, Sujin did an awesome job tying it all together. She keeps the pace right, explains just enough without overdoing it, and makes every stop feel intentional.

At this point it is clear this tour is not random stops. It is curated the right way.“

“Stopped by on a whim. Wanted to watch the football games. The food was amazing, a hybrid of korean/American bar food. The service was on point, Brandon and Samy took care of of me like I was one of the family. Everyone playing pool was soo friendly and there was so many tvs playing the games. Ill definitely be back just for the hospitality and food.“

“The malatang here is seriously one of the best I’ve had! The broth is rich, flavorful, and perfectly spicy, and all the ingredients taste super fresh. I especially loved how customizable everything is, you can pick exactly what you want and it always comes out delicious. The staff are also really friendly and welcoming!!!“

“Takeout is simple on the app and the food is as good as the other bbq chicken and beers. (Centerville bbq chicken and beer is still the best).

Service is great though. I dined in once and we got good service, had some rolls as a extra.“

“This is my second time going here for the jajjangmyeon and it is hands down the best i’ve ever had!! i ordered take out today and it was absolutely phenomenal. i love this place so much and it will definitely be my go-to from now on. the staff are also super friendly!“

“Another decent Korean BBQ open late! Did the AYCE Option B for $39.99 per person—has a decent selection but was hoping Galbi was on the list but it wasn’t. Fatty Brisket was good and the Marinated Cube Short Rib was okay—short rib was tender but lacked the marinated sauce for my preference. Soy Bean Soup and House Salad were delicious—the Steamed Egg was tasty too but it threw me off that they added tons of carrot and scallions. Corn Cheese was okay.

Service was great—server were attentive and a few different ones came around to assist. They did a good job changing the grills too.“

“They were quick and the food was awesome“

“The beef brisket and the beef steak were easily the highlights of the meal. Both were high-quality, flavorful, and grilled up perfectly, so I would recommend focusing on those two cuts. The pork options were just okay.

The staff were attentive and friendly. They kept a close eye on the grill, changed the plates frequently, and made sure our sides were constantly replenished.

Overall, it’s a solid spot for a casual feast.“

“Excellent and clean shabu shabu restaurant. The selection on their AYCE was generous for the price and everything was delicious! You can see them cutting meat to order in the back! However, service was honestly a miss — while our waiter was friendly, he was handling too many tables to be able to check in with us for additional orders, to take away empty plates, and to get us the check. Might have been a staffing issue just on the day we went though“

“I came to Annakgol and truly enjoyed everything I ate —
the grilled mackerel, the rustic-style pork ribs, and the marinated galbi.
I also loved the dogani soup, the tofu and pork stew, and of course the spicy cold noodles.
These dishes keep coming back to my mind, and every time I eat here, my stomach feels warm and refreshed.

Life and work can be stressful, and for me, the best way to unwind is a good meal.
Annakgol is the kind of place where you can enjoy comforting Korean home-style meals, hearty soups and stews, and flavorful barbecue all in one spot.

What makes this place even more special is the atmosphere —
soft Korean music that our parents’ generation loves plays in the background, creating a cozy, nostalgic, and welcoming vibe.
It truly feels like stepping back into old Korean times.

If you’re looking for a comforting, authentic Korean restaurant in Annandale,
this is a place worth sharing and visiting together.“

“First time trying this Korean fried chicken place, we have many around the neighborhood, thankfully the food made up for the lack of customer service, be prepared to wait since the food is made to order or order ahead, hands down best Korean chicken I've had.“

“Delicious Food and it’s near me. New Favorite. And Recommended“

“I had Jjajangmyeon and Tangsuyuk. It was reasonable price and both were delicious. I had low expectations since the most of Korean Chinese food in America was not good. But this one was not bad and good price. I would come back again. Hope more people come.“

“Taco Ssam is great!!! Happy hour from 4-8 every day,(no one does that) , Food is authentic mexican style ,with some korean infused dishes. I recommend the Quesadillas as they are stuffed with meat unlike other places. If you are into Bourbon or Tequila, their is a huge selection not just the same old stuff everyone else has. Waitresses are very friendly. 10/10“

“From the moment you step inside, you’re greeted by a beautifully designed space that feels both inviting and stylish. The attention to detail in the décor creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere, making it the perfect spot to enjoy a great meal.

The food here is outstanding! Every dish is crafted with care and delicious What truly sets this place apart, though, is the people. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful, going above and beyond to ensure a great experience.“

“Love their Korean Corndogs!“