43 Best Korean Restaurants near Kent

“My brother and I thought it would be a nice place to try - we were so surprised about how great the food, service, and atmosphere was. It was so friendly and warm - and the food was AMAZING!!!“

“Delicious food! Great price, generous portion, love that you get banchan! Presentation is incredible & atmosphere is great. Everything comes out sizzling hot. I also love when places that have spicy food have AC 😂 My first time trying tofu soup & it did not disappoint. Bulgogi taste is delicious too.

Can't wait to come back & try more!!“

“Great service, delicious, and fun for the whole family! Was super exciting to have Korean Bbq in Kent! Will definitely be going back and highly recommend!“

“It was really good!!!! I feel bad because we all weren't super hungry and accidentally ordered way too much, but we took it home. The service was really great — they were all very nice. The bathroom was also pretty nice according to my friend.“

“I've been here 15+ times.

Big Pot Seolleongtang is my favorite Seolleongtang spot. Their Tendon Seolleongtang is my favorite. Locally, it's comparable to Yi's and JangAn. Based on my own preferences, I like the Seolleogtang at BPS the most. It's as good as what I've had in Korea. They also make a really tasty bulgogi hotpot that is a big step up from the typical bulgogi stew. I once ordered the Beef Short Rib Soup by accident and loved it.

One of my top 3 favorite Korean places in WA.“

“Wooree Bahnjeom serves my favorite jajangmyeon in Federal Way, and after three or four visits, the food has remained impressively consistent. The jajangmyeon has that rich, savory, old-school Korean-Chinese flavor I look for, and it’s the main reason I keep coming back. I also recommend the ganpunggi, which has a nostalgic sweet, tangy, and crispy flavor reminiscent of traditional Korean-style fried chicken dishes. The restaurant has always been clean during my visits, which I appreciate. I also respect that they close from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. for an employee break, something that is still fairly uncommon at Korean restaurants. Service can be inconsistent, however, and some employees have been noticeably more attentive than others. Still, the quality of the food has been dependable enough that this remains my go-to Korean-Chinese restaurant in the area. When I come here, I know I can expect satisfying food and usually leave very happy with the meal.“

“My two friends and I came here on a whim and we were not disappointed! The food was fresh and made in-house, and the flavors were very appealing for the dosirak. Very reasonable prices and very filling. I would highly recommend you check this place out“

“Great ambience, casual with a trendy fine dining touch, music was playing and service was good. Meat quality was to my liking, broth was tasty, experience was great! I came for the lunch special. Came out feeling like I had a full course dinner meal! Would def recommend.“

“Daebak Wang Mandoo is one of those special mom-and-pop restaurants that deserves to be packed every day. Every time we come here, the food is consistently delicious, fresh, and full of flavor. You can really tell that everything is prepared with care and served fresh from the kitchen. The quality and taste have been remarkably consistent every single visit, which is something I really appreciate.

The restaurant itself is always spotlessly clean, and the family who runs it is genuinely some of the sweetest people. The owners are incredibly kind, welcoming, and friendly, and it’s honestly adorable when their kids are helping out around the restaurant on some days. There’s such a warm, family atmosphere here that makes you feel like you’re supporting a real local family rather than just going out to eat.

And the ultimate endorsement? My four-year-old calls this her favorite restaurant and asks to come here all the time! Our go-to is usually a bowl of handmade dumpling soup for each person and the fried mandu (one order with kimchi pork for the adults and one order without the kimchi for the kiddo who doesn’t like spicy food yet).

If you’re anywhere in Federal Way and haven’t tried Daebak Wang Mandoo yet, put this little gem on your list. Delicious food, generous hospitality, a super clean restaurant, and a family that clearly puts their heart into what they do. Local family owned businesses like this are exactly where I want to spend my money.“

“My wife and kids suddenly said they want to eat at a Chinese restaurant in Federal Way.

Bwon.
The restaurant was great. The food was delicious, the place was very clean, and the staff were extremely friendly. I had a wonderful experience and would definitely come back again.“

“Amazing place! Food is great and staff is absolutely Top notch great customer service!“

“Tried Bibim Express today and it was such a great experience. The food was fresh, flavorful, and served quickly. You can really taste the quality in every bite, and the portions were generous too. The staff was kind and welcoming, making the whole visit even better. Definitely a great spot if you’re craving delicious Korean food in the area!“

“the best lunch I've had in a while.“

“Delicious Korean restaurant bar that was open late. The owner was incredibly friendly and gave great service. The fried chicken, seafood pancake, and tofu soup were excellent. Honestly it's remarkable this place was so great, especially for a late-night joint in Federal Way. I would definitely come back if I'm back in the area and would recommend wholeheartedly.“

“We had a great family meal at Yangpyung Haejangguk! The kids enjoyed the food, and we loved that everything was flavorful without being too salty. The bulgogi was especially delicious and a favorite at our table. A great spot to enjoy a meal with the whole family!“

“SO good. Everything single thing I've had is delicious.“

“Love the place at first , don’t go now. Small portions and prices increase Good bye“

“We have enjoyed dining at Mirak Restaurant for Korean BBQ in Federal Way, Washington for more than 40 years I'm just about to leave home (near Eatonville, WA) to travel for an hour or more each way to have a great meal with friends It continues to be at the top of our list of favorite dining spots“

“Great Burgers! Shakes, Onion rings, Teriyaki. Good people ! We been going there for a few decades.“

“Ordered takeout while I shopped around HMart. Service was fast and friendly. I got the N1-Black Bean Noodles w/ beef, options are pork,veggie, beef or seafood. Came with pickled radish. Very good. The flavor is so comforting. Very big portion and decent price! Will be back.“

“Food like mom cooked! (Korean 😆) Great korean street/bar food if that makes sense. And just great tasting food all round. Great atmosphere music and K-POP vids playing on the TV,s. There are 2 booths if yiur wanting a more private setting for your group. One is larger than the other. We fit 6 adults in the larger side comfortably.“

“A new up coming restaurant in burien just five minutes from the seatac airport and 15 minutes outside of seattle. Its my second time in here now and I got to say each time ive came in here I was met with a warm welcome as if I were greeted by a old friend, the restaurant is very clean with tables and chairs that can fit possibly 20-25 people dining in. The restaurant plays current radio hits which is nice when youre unwinding and waiting for your meal. I ordered the yangyeom chicken and the cheese & herb shake fries as a meal and comes with a drink. The shake fries were 10/10 the fries were crisp and soft to the bite and they did not skip on the portions I had a whole bag of fries I finished in one sitting. Now the chicken was absolutely delicious crisp, crunchy, and tender I could eat it without any sauces but the sauce did add a whole level of flavor truly delicious. Ill be definitely stopping by often for more.“

“My absolute favorite place for bossam!! The variety kimchi that comes with this dish is also amazing!!

It can get pretty crowded on Fridays and weekends. It’s best to come during a weekday to get seats. Their home made rice wine is also so good! I highly recommend this place“

“5/5 stars! Incredible, authentic Korean food that really hits the spot. The portions are huge. my friend and I definitely ordered way too much food! The dishes are so generous that you can easily share one between two people. Will definitely be coming back!“

“This is a great spot for authentic K hot dogs. As someone born and raised in Korea, I can say the flavors are super legit. The place is a little small for dining in, but the food is delicious and affordable. K hot dogs have become popular with the rise of K culture, so come give them a try you won’t regret it fr!“

“My mom and I have stopped by here a few times as she loves soondae and soondae soup and this is one of the only places that offers it nearby where we live. I have had their spicy beef soup, spicy pork neck bone soup, spicy soondae soup and spicy pork belly soup so far and have been happy with the portions and spiciness. My little brother really enjoyed their katsu here and shares how it is huge. The to-go packaging here is very well done and the presentation for when you dine in is a good amount for what you pay for. The inside is spacious with tables that can accommodate solo, duo, or group dining. They play soft pop or K-pop while you dine where it's not too loud. Though our recent visit, they suddenly blasted music and it was super loud and started me.

In our most recent visit, we ordered the soondae soup with the soondae and meat combo, spicy pork neck bone soup, and cold noodles. The cold noodles were pretty good, wished they had apple or pear slices to go along with it. I loved the texture of the ice slush though. Service here is friendly and the waitress checks in to refill banchans or to check if you need anything else. Strangely enough, they won't let you pack up leftover banchan which I thought was strange and a bit wasteful.“

“I've had Underground Kitchen before, via delivery, so I knew I already enjoyed the food, but this was my first time entering the restaurant. One concern I have is regarding the accessibility of the location. As the name suggests, the restaurant is located underground requiring travel via stairs. I'm sure the restaurant is ADA compliant, but I do not know where the wheelchair accessible route is. Asides that, the vibe of the restaurant itself is nice and has this Korean bar feel. The music is on the louder side, but I enjoyed the Kpop that was being played. The restaurant is generally clean and there are complimentary candies near the register. The service was great and I had no problems with the staff. I went here with a friend and we got the Half Fried and Half Yangnyeom Chicken, and the Kimchi Cream Udon with Beef. In order for a classic Korean chicken shop to be considered good, they must nail both the original fried chicken and the yangnyeom chicken, to which UnderGround kitchen did. I prefer their chicken over Pelicana because of how well seasoned the meat was. The original fried was perfectly juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside. The yangnyeom could have been spicier, but it is a good spice level for the average American tastebud. Nonetheless, despite yangnyeom chicken being a saucy chicken, the coating was still crispy. As for the kimchi cream udon with beef, it was divine. The last time I tried their food I had the one with pork belly, and I remembered enjoying it then too, but wasn't sure if the pork belly was doing the heavy lifting as my favorite type of meat. I was quickly proven wrong with the beef udon because this was just as good as the pork belly kimchi cream udon. The noodles had a great bite to them without being undercooked. The beef was soft enough to chew through with healthy teeth. However, the kimchi cream sauce is what carried the whole dish, as both ingredients balance each other out. The sourness of kimchi reduces the richness of the sauce to a perfect level that is creamy enough, but not overly fatty, while the dairy content neutralizes the spice. I highly recommend UnderGround Kitchen.“

“We found this gem in a strip mall. Excellent food!!! We arrived for lunch and Grace was kind enough to explain the menu and show us sizes of the pho. We had the shrimp pho, Grace showed me where to get the accompanying garnishes for the soup, everything was so fresh! Food was brought to us and Grace bussed the table. We thoroughly enjoyed the meal and would recommend.“

“Amazing family owned restaurant. The service here is phenomenal and so personable. The food I'd delicious and always prepared so well. This has become a favorite of mine recently. Highly recommend.“

“Small Korean banchan market but with a wide selection of dishes ready to eat and frozen. Note: all sizes are large and be prepared to spend some money est. $18 a dish
Lotus root, scallion, cucumber and radish are so good, waiting for the beef soup to thaw 🥰 friendly mom and daughter business“

“The owners are truly kind, grateful people. The food is fresh- I had a Poke bowl with Salmon and avocado, and it was FULL of good flavor. My kids were crazy about the BBQ Chicken- awesome portions and fantastic sweet/smoky flavor! My wife tried the Yakisoba, and loved all the vegetables. Very solid value for the buck- this is a great place to check out. Glad we made the drive from Woodinville!“

“food was goodsrvice was good too!“

“I love this place so much! The husband/wife that own the restaurant are amazing welcoming people & shout out to the guy who is always taking the order he is a very kind person & does an amazing job. This place has the best food ! my all time favorite is the combination fried rice! Chef’s kiss! everything is cooked fresh. This place will always be my favorite place to come and take home too! 10/10 would recommend to anyone in the lea hill area!“

“One of the best Korean restaurants in Federal Way. Have been there with both my Mom and husband recently.“

“Upon entering, you're met with K-Pop music, along with other Korean aesthetics. The chicken is absolutely phenomenal. Crispy outside, moist meat, and flavorful sauces. Prices are industry standard, so no suprises there. Late hours, plus a bar inside the restaurant make it an excellent stop at the end of the work day, or just for a bite with friends. A recommended visit.“

“The owner/worker is super nice and attentive.

Food is very good and the portions are huge! The pork and chicken are crunchy (but not hard!) and stay crunch for the whole time!

Lightly salted so you can add more salt yourself. Perfect for those who are on a salt diet!“

“An amazing place to get Korean barbecue in Federal Way, the spots here is absolutely amazing. I really enjoy the variety of appetizers that you can pick from. My favorite was the corn cheese. For the meats, my favorite were the marinated beefs. Overall, I highly recommend and I will come back.“

“No frills Korean BBQ. The meat is on an island. You select what you want and cook it. There are other side dishes. I pretty much stuck to the galbi, marinated beef ribs. I’m stuffed myself.“

“Stopped by Ichiban Teriyaki & Wok during a sales day in Fife with a coworker, and I'm glad we did! The food was excellent, and the service was top-notch from start to finish. Their bento boxes are a fantastic value, and the egg drop soup that comes with them was the perfect appetizer. This is definitely comfort food done right. I've already saved this spot as a favorite so I can come back whenever I'm working in the area. Thanks for the great food and hospitality!“

“Great food and Staff. I'll definitely be back“

“We had a few fabulous meals, delicious and spectacular! Pork vindaloo marinated in tamarind vinegar, fish and farm-chicken xacuti, crunchy colourful vegetables stewed in coconut milk, and more. Even a mundane ingredient like yellow pumpkin, cooked simply in earthen vessels, tasted complex and exotic. If you ever offer cooking classes, i'd love to learn the basics!“

“The 2 owners are so kind, and the food has never once disappointed. It’s honestly the best teriyaki spot I’ve had in Washington and I’ve tried many. They make it with love! Great portions, the teriyaki has such a good unique flavor and it’s always fresh and excellent. I read through some of these negative reviews and honestly feel as if these people just don’t know what good food is“

“Nice place for lunch for the family today. All the meat items were pretty darn delicious. You cook your meal at your table and share with your group. Service was above average and attentive. Danny was especially helpful getting us set up with our cooking station and answering questions. Did not have drinks but they looked amusing to say the least. Huge goblet with lights in the ice and SoJu can dumped in. I would not recommend the shrimp because it is raw, head and tails intacked and uncleaned. The intestinal tract would have to be removed by you either before or after cooking and it's too much work for mediocre tasting shrimp. It's on the expensive side for going out but hey it was fun.“