50 Best Korean Restaurants in Seattle

“Amazing food and staff was great!“

“Friendly service and creative blend of traditional Korean and fusion dishes.“

“Large portions of the most buttery steaks and pork we have ever had. Real Japanese A5 wagyu grilled for you on the table.“

“Tried this place for the first time and was really impressed! The Hae Dop Bap was the highlight of my meal—it was fresh, flavorful, and prepared with high-quality fish. The spice level was just right, adding great flavor without overpowering the dish. Everything came together perfectly, making it a meal I’d happily order again. This is definitely a spot I’m glad I discovered, and I’m already looking forward to trying more from the menu.“

“Fantastic experience from start to finish! The restaurant was clean, welcoming, and had a great atmosphere. What really stood out was the service—the staff was incredibly friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal.
The best part was that they cooked the BBQ for us, which made the experience much more enjoyable and stress-free. The food was delicious, perfectly prepared, and served at just the right pace. You can tell the team takes pride in both the quality of the food and the customer experience.“

“We stopped at UmmaDak during our weekend trip in Seattle, and loved the skewers! We got one of each (excluding plain) plus some rice cake skewers. Honestly loved them all, but the favorites were the honeydak and ummadak flavors. Chicken was crispy and juicy. Would come back again!“

“This place is a great stop when you're looking for a tasty and satisfying meal. The chicken was the highlight—tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. The soft corn tortillas made every bite even better, and the fried potatoes were seasoned perfectly with a delicious blend of spices. Everything tasted fresh and well prepared. Whether you're hungry after a long day or just craving good comfort food, this spot is definitely worth checking out.“

“Eat in (small)or dine out. Excellent food. High quality and we'll prepared. Lots of vegetarian or meat options. Not expensive. Try this place.“

“Went to visit the Burke Museum and then get food. We wanted Asian, and this was the first out of six places we checked that had a better than 'okay' on the health rating! Food was very good, and it came out quickly. The banchan is always nice to see, some Korean places don't. All in all, worth the stop, would be likely to go again if we're in the area.“

“Underrated Teriyaki and Korean food restaurant with easy take out. Best teriyaki on Rainier and perhaps in town. The only fault that it is closed on Sundays. Quite delicious food options. This is the place you want to go for a delicious meal.“

“Delicious family-owned restaurant. So special, unique in the neighborhood. Small-batch cocktails - they make their own limoncello. Each plate is prepared fresh, in an open kitchen, with care and attention. These are people who care about their product and not just a profit. Enjoy the K-Pop!!“

“We tried this place after reading the good reviews and am so happy we did. My partner got the K-BBQ Bulgogi burrito and I got the chicken katsu burger, both were good but the burrito was great. We will definitely be back for that. Big portion sizes.“

“Great portion size and friendly staff.“

“I tried this place for the first time tonight and it was absolutely incredible!! Chicken was just amazing and the pickled radish is an awesome accent! will def be back soon!“

“first time trying one and did the rib eye bowl with the yum yum sauce and tried the Kimchi cucumber. I can't stop thinking about it, it was so good, I want to more!!“

“A tiny Asian spot off the Burke‑Gilman that I always assumed was a coffee shop. We walked in and got pleasantly blindsided. The Brussels sprouts were the star! Crispy, saucy, with bacon! Our one dish came out huge, and everything on the nearby tables looked just as tempting. They’re still setting up their new bar area, so no taps yet, but the place already feels like a low‑key gem hiding in plain sight. The waitress was a sweet delight too! I’m going to go back when I’m not riding my bike and I can be full right out the door.“

“I have eaten here for almost a year, and recently I left a bad review before about receiving spoiled food a couple of times and being brushed over it, but they reached out and made it right.

The food is generally really good, it's fast, and the people working are great. Thanks Late Night Kitchen“

“Solid Korean food with bottomless banchan, which is always nice. The kalbi is excellently seasoned. The stone pot bi bim bap has really crispy rice but is a little lacking in flavor. Thankfully the house sriracha has plenty to make up for it!

Some old reviews mention that they are cash-only. This is no longer the case!“

“This place served neat authentic Korean food. The tofu dumpling soup is really good. The bibimbap was served cold, as opposed to some other places that have the hot stone option. The restaurant is a bit old, and not very well maintained. The chairs and tables are a bit old, and the restroom is not very clean, but still okay.“

“I stopped here because I wanted to grab something to eat with my family before the Janet Jackson concert. I had never heard of this restaurant so I was excited and extremely surprised with how intricate their menu experience was. The food was exceptional and the presentation was memorable. The flavor combinations were very creative and they definitely leave a lasting impression. I highly recommend the fried rice with kimchi, bacon, squidding, and the quail egg. also the oxtail dish and the salad dish were extremely unique and highly creative, and absolutely delicious.“

“Quaint little eclectic shop serving donuts and Korean food. The yeast donuts are really fluffy and the donuts and donut holes are priced well! The filled donuts are near bursting with filling! They do not skimp! My husband really enjoyed the kolache pig in a blanket and said the pastry part was fluffy like the donut rather than flaky like a croissant.

You know it's a good donut shop when you're only there for a few minutes and the other customers who came, ordered their usual, and then left during that time were both police officers 🤣 I kid you not, it legit happened, and they didn't even come in together-it was separate instances!

Anyway, it was a great donut shop. The donut holes came out fresh while we were there, and they were spectacular! Just as an aside, there's a picture on Google maps of japchae which had me really excited, but they do not serve japchae (I asked). I'm guessing someone uploaded a picture from the wrong place when leaving a review. Just mentioning it, so you don't get your hopes up like I did. 😅“

“Nice small space with great Korean hybrid food. 5 stars here for the salad medley and fermented pickles.“

“Bah had a fantastic demeanor when we walked in during lunch rush, I am so glad they were working the first time I ate here. The meat lover bento and extra Poke (had to try a little of every fish) were a fantastic lunch treat! Great prices for the amount of meat you get. I think I have found my new lunch spot“

“The friendly staff made the meal very enjoyable. We had baby back ribs, wagyu beef, cuddly kale, beef tartare and a bottle of soju. The beef tartare was flavored with sesame oil and tasted very Korean influenced. The duck fried rice was also great! Overall lovely and delicious! The only downside is that you need to walk through the hotel lobby and upstairs to get to the restrooms.“

“I had such a fantastic meal here. Everything was served hot and tasted incredibly fresh.

The grilled short ribs were a standout, perfectly charred and topped with plenty of green onions. We also really enjoyed the crispy fried wings and the beautifully plated fried rice topped with a fried egg and fresh basil. It was the perfect spot for a delicious lunch.“

“great food, very authentic“

“Way exceeded expectations. I used to own a Korean restaurant, pretty picky. AYCE is the move. Kimchi is not great but doesn’t matter. Everything else is 👏👏👏. Be patient with servers. Every restaurant is understaffed and these kids are hustling their butts off. Tip big.“

“I got the chicken bulgogi, a pretty common Korean dish. Honestly, it would be hard to differentiate it from teriyaki chicken you'd find anywhere across the city. The meat is tender and the sauce is a little sweet and smoky. Tastes like bottled sauce.“

“I've passed this restaurant on the way to work every day for MONTHS, telling myself I'm going to stop by one day. That day was today and I could not be more pleased. Definitely recommend the chicken of course, the mandu (fried dumplings), and the spring rolls. For drinks definitely try the Honey Citron Tea; AH-mazing! I was so upset for not coming in sooner but I will definitely be back. Customer service was top tier!“

“Ordered a spicy teriyaki chicken with salad and gyoza as sides. Food in general was good and portion size was big too! However the rice was on the hard side (either dry out or overcooked?) in some spots so I couldn't finish everything.“

“Revel... I love your food, vibe, & service... BUT, your manager has to get checked... I've been there 3 times and she has been rude to me all three times. I'm from out of town so months have passed by and she either remembers me and has something against me or I don't know what else to say. The rest of the crew is Gucci... But she needs to get a reality check ( 5 ft 3 in, brunette,)“

“After god created the heavens and Earth, separated the seas and skies, gathered the waters and grew the vegetation, on the seventh day he rested. Then on the eighth, he realized all the vegetation wasn’t enough to satisfy his hunger, so he created Tig Kitchen and Bar. From the luxurious lychee shots, to the mouthwatering Rosé Tteok-Bokki, there’s not a single bad item on the menu.“

“The salmon salad plate was amazing. Clean cozy environment. Felt like I was in Europe again.“

“I Highlight recommend this place. I tried their Beef Bibimbap and it was really authentic and delicious. Don't underestimate the simple look of the small restaurant. They are giving a very good quality/price ratio.“

“I love Teriyaki but that best Teriyaki that I ever had was here, and I am always trying new places but I finally found my favorite one here, the portions are big it last me for two meals easy, I love the quality of the food as well. They service is also very good I feel a warm welcoming vive. I will recommend this place to anyone who really appreciates great service and loves delicious food. 🩷🩷🩷🩷“

“The quality of the meat is superb and flavorful. In addition, the conduction heating bbq is innovative and convenient. Customer service is attentive and very responsive. Son of the Butcher is popular for all the right reasons! Can’t wait to come back and try other items on the menu 👍“

“A real gem near the heart of Georgetown! In addition to the American-Chinese classics like Teriyaki, they have REALLY GREAT Korean food, including a grilled mackerel which was so nice. Prices are great for a high quality meal with big portions. Service can be kind of slow (20-25 minutes from order to getting food) so if you only have a small lunch break, not a great idea, so I had to take off a star.“

“These mochi donuts were so soft and tasty! I loved the flavors—I got a purple berry donut with fruity pebble sprinkles.“

“The BoB is my special meal that I look forward to on Sundays after church. Using the tablet to order, you can customize your meal (add fried egg, spice level, kimchi). The platter is fun which has a little bit of everything and the soup is very plentiful in portion size that will definitely fill you up. The Hostess is very sweet & packs my to go order perfectly for the bus ride home. Try the Military Soup!“

“Real beef and chicken pieces. Enough for two meals. Perfect sauce and perfect salad dressing.“

“Picked up dumplings and a bowl from the truck today in Redmond. Delicious!! I can’t wait to try more.“

“Hot, fresh, fast. LGBT friendly! Eat it there or eat it nearby, I feel the dishes might get steamy if you take to go. Aloha tots had tender pork and good flavor, but I wish it had a little more heat, and some fresh veggies would be good to add crunch back into the dish.“

“We went here because a couple people in our party are vegetarian and they said that the other Korean restaurants they were considering were not explicit about their vegetarian offerings. I give Stone credit for being very specific with the menu. On the other hand, I am not vegetarian, so I judged based on my beef bibimbap and the banchan. My bibimbap was ordinary and the portion somewhat small. For $25 I would have expected something meatier. Maybe it's because we were in SLU. I'm used to getting my Korean fix in Shoreline or even further north where the real estate is cheaper. The banchan was uninspired but satisfactory. Service was prompt and the place is clean. I did notice a few droplets of water falling from an overhead pipe while we ate. I should have mentioned it to them as a courtesy. It didn't disrupt the meal“

“So good so good so good so good“

“i eat tofu soup 2-3x a week. i come from vegas and was sorely disappointed by 2 other korean restaurants here. this is the first one that met my expectations. beef tofu soup spicy level. it is good.

the banchan is mediocre. the attendant was very kind. i will be a returning customer. thank you for giving me hope in this city. finally some actual talent“

“I love this place and the owners. The food is so fresh and delicious. Such a treat to have this in our neighborhood. Those outside the neighborhood need to get in their cars and come to this restaurant. It’s worth the drive �“

“Love this place- great teriyaki, fruit, veggie tempura, california rolls, and other options. Friendly owners and great prices, especially for being in Columbia Tower. Hot tip- go between 2:10pm and when they close at 2:50pm for a 20% discount.“

“I've only ever had the tofu yakisoba but it is bomb.com. Hence the 5 star review.

The Ed Sheeran TV has gotta go though. It's not too late. Turn off the engine. Get out of the car and start to walk. We need to move past this as a society.“

“If you are looking for the absolute best teriyaki in Capitol Hill, this is it. I’ve tried so many places, but Kyoto hits the spot every single time. The teriyaki is perfect, and their house fried rice is seriously next level—so incredibly good. Super convenient if you live around Broadway/Pine. Cannot recommend this place enough! Love the staff family ❤️🧡❤️“