23 Best Korean Restaurants near Issaquah

“The food was so delicious, and the service was great. But I couldn't get over the smell of scented cleaner everywhere. I was hoping I would get used to it but it was so strong I only stopped smelling it when I was eating.
I got a rice cake soup, and it came with all of the sides. The broth had lots of flavor!
I hope the next time I go the restaurant smells like the yummy food they make instead, because that gets the appetite going.“

“We love Aji! We live in the Highlands and have eaten at this restaurant more than any other place in Issaquah. It's our go-to for fresh sushi and I love the Japanese and Korean options. Kid and family-friendly and they always have the Seahawks or Mariners game on. Very nice and quick service! Thank you, Aji team!“

“So much food!
My goodness. This was mine and my friends' first time having Korean barbecue. This place had great really fun atmosphere. The experience is very interactive, especially if you end up doing the barbecue and cooking your own food.Or, if you have an incredibly friendly waiter with five star customer service skills, he might hang out at your table and do it for you!!! Josh, you took it to the next level.

My friend and I did the beef barbecue. It is 95 for two people, but my friend and I were talking, when you consider the price of a really good steak, this was a smoking deal! There is enough meat to feed four people, and we both ended up taking full portions home for later. The quality of the beef is top-notch. Especially the beautifully marbled oxtail.

The course comes with plenty of sides. Including side salads, in-house crafted salt, in-house crafted pickled radish, in-house crafted sashimi sauce, garlic, fresh jalapeños, and in house crafted kimchi... and multiple other little side dishes I can't even remember right now.
This is definitely a restaurant that is as much an experience as it is a meal.“

“It was so much fun❤️ The bartender played a game called “King’s Game” with us and it made our night so much fun! If you want to have a fun night too, ask Jin about it. They prepared Halloween decorations and it really got us excited. The strawberry daiquiris we ordered at the bar was delicious and really got us into the Halloween vibes. We’ll be back soon.“

“Really fun place at the gas station! Very nice people!“

“My absolute FAVORITE Korean restaurant! They used to have multiple locations in Federal Way & Great Wall. Now that those closed, I'd travel any distance to come here. No other soonduboo around compares and it's one of the rare korean restaurants not using the bathroom as an extra closet.
Pro tip - if you are Korean, ask for the off menu Extra Extra Spicy!“

“If you value great presentation and love food that looks as good as it tastes, Ahram is calling your name. This contemporary mom-and-pop restaurant is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a meal.

The lunch boxes are beautifully crafted, with sushi neatly arranged in rows and each side dish nestled in its own cozy compartment. Every bite is a delight on its own, and together they create a harmonious symphony of flavors.

And the complementary soup was a nice touch as we are new to ordering from their menus“

“The Galbi Jim at this Korean restaurant is absolutely outstanding! The beef is incredibly tender, juicy, and packed with rich, savory flavors that melt in your mouth. The sauce is perfectly balanced — sweet, salty, and deeply aromatic, coating every bite beautifully. You can really taste the care and time that went into the slow braising. Served with fresh sides and rice, it’s pure comfort food perfection. Highly recommended!“

“From ordering to receiving order does take 15-20 minutes. This chicken is hot, juicy, and delicious. Worth the wait.

Kid-friendliness: Chicko Meal is breaded, fried chicken pieces, fries and a drink. Works for a quick meal for my 11 yo.

Wheelchair accessibility: Close to ADA Parking. Restaurant is spacious. Tables are appropriately sized for assistive devices. Bathroom isn’t as accessible.“

“My grown kids took me here to try Asian food and I fell in love with the taste! It was very healthy (I know some sweet ones with sugar is not but it wasn't too sweet but delicious). I tried what my kids picked. If I come back to visit my kids, I would definitely choose this place for lunch or dinner!

Vegetarian options: There are some foods that aren't too spicy and I asked to make sure which foods were okay for my stomach to handle“

“What a phenomenal place! Great service and accommodations for gluten-free highly recommend the yam noodles and the rice cake soup. They even brought us out some chamomile tea since we couldn’t drink their standard tea!

Thank you for such an awesome experience!“

“This is a take-out counter at the Crossroads Mall in Bellevue. Terrific and friendly service and excellent fresh-made food.

Vegetarian options: They offer Tofu (bean curd) as one of the protein options and veggie as well of course.“

“Had takeaway from here, I ordered the katsu nembi deopbab.

I love the organizer. Food was SO HOT even after I got home. Honestly, everything was excellent. Their soup is odengtang, not miso — really refreshing, and it complemented the dish so well.“

“Nice small place with fresh Korean food. My first experience with seafood pancake and I liked it. Flounder was tasteless and overall I was expected ore spice taste of everything. Bulgogi ribs was very good!Still, I like my experience here, will be back soon!“

“If you’re craving bold flavors and comforting Korean classics, this restaurant is an absolute standout. Every dish feels like it’s made with genuine care—rich broths, perfectly balanced seasonings nothing too salty, and fresh ingredients that speak for themselves.

The kimchi hits that ideal mix of spicy, tangy, and deeply fermented goodness. Their short ribs is tender and marinated to perfection, melting in your mouth with every bite. The dishes arrive vibrant and beautifully arranged, and once mixed, it becomes a harmony of textures and flavors that’s simply addictive. And don’t skip the banchan—each small dish brings its own personality and rounds out the meal in a way that feels both generous and authentic. Could not decide which one was my favorite! Out of all Korean restaurants ive ever been too this one won me over just with the banchan! The japchae was also hands down best of all time.

Service is was fast, making the whole dining experience even better. We did have reservations, the parking lot and restaurant was booming at 6:30 PM on a Saturday night. Be sure to arrive a bit early if going during dinner time and prepare to fight for a spot or two or circle around a few times. But honestly, once you taste the food, you’ll realize it’s more than worth the effort.“

“The food is solid and the staff were friendly and attentive. I've been to a few KBQ places now and I did have some things that could have made the experience much better. First the grill was turned too high most of the meal. They did turn it down at one point but too low, then back up again. The marinated meats were good but the regular meat was pretty plain. Not high enough quality to eat with minimal seasoning. This was a birthday celebration so I was hoping it would be a bit better, but it was definitely not bad. We liked the variety and endless banchan.“

“I definitely like it 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻“

“The side dishes are terrific and tasty. My go-to dishes are tofu soup, bibimbap and fried chicken, it is the best among the Korean restaurants I visited in East Seattle. The service varies each time I went, sometimes very welcoming and kind, sometimes indifferent. Overall I'll come back when I crave for Korean food.“

“Delicious! I could taste quality ingredients and good seasoning, amount was perfect to share with family. Thank you!“

“One of the best take out Teriyaki Chicken I have had. We will definitely be back for more.“

“Somisomi was an interesting experience. The desserts are delicious. The taiyaki is good. The ice cream is soft and creamy and not too sweet. We really enjoyed the flavors!

Unfortunately the shop itself is very odd, there's no AC and no indoor seating though it is relatively spacious. The service was mediocre. Overall I enjoyed the dessert so I'd come back for it.“

“I don’t usually write reviews, as you can probably tell from my non-review status, but this Jumbo Chicken Teriyaki Box has completely changed the game for me. As someone who travels frequently for work and eats on the go, I was not only surprised but genuinely in awe of the simple yet incredible meal that was delivered to my less-than-glamorous hotel room in Seatle.

When I say "simple," I don’t mean it in a negative way—rather, it was simply perfect. The chicken, the salad—everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. I was so impressed that I feel compelled to tell others: Order from here now, and often!

It’s been two weeks since I left Seattle, and I’ve thought about this meal at least 35 times since returning home. This place is a hidden gem, and I can’t wait to get back to the West Coast so I can dine here again. For what it’s worth, I ordered from them both nights of my stay in Seattle. Highly recommend!“

“We were actually on our way somewhere else to eat when we saw Joy Box and the menu. It looked good so we walked in. The food was so good. The portions are HUGE. Great value for the money. We had the seafood ramen which was super spicy in a good way and full of flavour. We had the katsu chicken bento box which was full of wonder things to try like fried dumplings, spring rolls, noodles, rice and of course katsu chicken. We had fried dumplings and beef bulgogi. Everything was delicious. The restaurant was clean and the vibe was nice. The staff was good. We highly recommend this place.“