50 Best Korean Restaurants near Kirkland

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

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Absolutely loved this chicken spot! The chicken was perfectly crispy on the outside and incredibly juicy on the inside. The seasoning was flavorful without being overpowering, and you can tell everything was made fresh. Portions were generous, prices were reasonable, and the staff was friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere was clean and comfortable, making it a great place to dine in or take out. I’ll definitely be coming back and recommending this place to friends and family!“

“Edit: I value the staff reached out via the online order system and this review and offered to make it right, Im sure they learned from the super bowl sunday and will continue to serve the delicious food with great service

Food is good but the service was awful, order way ahead of time for a pickup, got there and after waiting 40 minutes they had not even a clue of when my food was going to be ready. Not only wasted my time but ruined my event.“

“Amazing food, even greater prices and employees. Lovely little spot, it's always clean and well kept. I can tell they get busy, the workers are hustling, major respect. The portions are amazing, they don't skimp out, the quality is 👍👍👍 My go to teriyaki spot“

“The food was absolutely amazing especially the rib finger and ribeye steak.However, the service was a bit inconsistent. Some staff members were incredibly kind and attentive, while others seemed less welcoming and even placed the dishes on the table a bit abruptly.Overall, I’d still recommend it for the quality of the meat“

“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!“

“delicious! the chicken was a bit tough, but i enjoyed the flavor and the overall selection of pickled radish and different flavors! working at a korean restaurant myself, this helped me understand korean street food cuisine better 💗💗💗“

“Everything was fantastic! We got the Bibimbap, half and half chicken, and the Bajirak Sujebi. The kimchi was also DELICIOUS. Im regretting not getting a jar to take home. We will be back! I wish I took better photos but, we were too excited to dig in.“

“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.“

“This place is a hidden gem! Got the pork trotters & pork belly combo to share between three and were really impressed by the quality of the meat! It was not oily at all and was perfectly supple and tender. The waitress was very nice and would offer to refill our appetizers without us asking.“

“Amazing food and staff was great!“

“I was recently traveling in South Korea and was craving the same quality of food that I ate while there. Jung’s has an amazing banchan selection! I called and ordered kimbap and it was ready when I arrived. Everything was delicious. The staff were so friendly and helpful.“

“I had an amazing experience at Paik’s Noodle in Lynnwood! The food was absolutely delicious and full of authentic flavor. The Stir-fried Jajangmyeon was rich and savory, the Soontofu Jjamppong had the perfect balance of spice and seafood, and everything tasted fresh and comforting.

The portions were generous, the prices were very reasonable, and the service was fast and friendly. It’s a great spot whether you’re craving Korean-Chinese comfort food or just looking for a satisfying meal.

Highly recommend Paik’s Noodle if you’re in the Lynnwood area—I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“I travel a lot for work so I get to eat around and I will say this was the best late night meal I've ever had. As a disclaimer, I finished a long shift and did not eat the whole day, but this hit the spot better than any other meal I had. I don't write reviews often but I had to write a review for this place. If you are craving late night food, this place will not disappoint. I will be coming back for more.“

“Oh my goodness this place was so nummy and the meats are so tender! I would recommend trying one of their three combo plates which is a good deal if you have 3+ people or are a big eater. I'm a fan of their beef so that's my recommendation besides the cheese corn. Fast service too with the servers being very polite. It's a popular place and both families and adults enjoy this spot with tvs spread all around with Korean live performances from Kpop idols.“

“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.“

“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!!“

“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!“

“Great portion size and friendly staff.“

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

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

“I visit this restaurant regularly and each time, the staff treats us to an excellent meal. The atmosphere is relaxing, with seating spread out such that family gatherings and solo/duo diners are accomodated well. Each time we are treated to beautifully plated banchan which explore new flavors. Not knowing whats in store for us is a delight and is a pull which keeps me and my family coming back to see what is new. This is a Bothell gem, with owners who clearly care about sharing their culinary creations with guests like they are part of the family.“

“Bothell’s Ta Joia isn’t your sleepy strip-mall filler—it’s a technicolor veggie parade disguised as dinner. I ordered bibimbop, spring rolls, and the feijoada bowl, which felt like a samba in a rice bowl. It’s the rare spot where “eating your vegetables” is less a chore and more a sly dare. Flavor bombs everywhere, and suddenly I’m craving greens I never cared about. That’s Bothell magic.“

“Good tofu soup, especially the seafood one.

Everything else is so so, but the soup is amazing! I don’t recommend the beef or the pancakes

The service was amazing, they always come to pour water and ask you if you want more side dishes“

“great food, very authentic“

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

“Seoul Bowl is a great spot for a quick, fresh meal. The bowls are fully customizable with your choice of protein, lots of toppings, and plenty of sauces to mix and match. We usually order ahead and it’s almost always ready right when we get there to pick it up. It’s a solid option when you want something different and aren’t in the mood for Mexican or a poke bowl.“

“I’ve been going here for years and the Korean food is pretty authentic! I loveeee the scallion pancake side dish you get (different from the entree), and I wish they would sell it. The side dish one they give you is thinner, and more flavorful. The galbitang here is my go to!“

“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.“

“My favorite Korean restaurant in the Seattle area! Their broth is always incredibly rich and flavorful. I’ve tried most of the menu, and it has never disappointed. The warm Korean ladies there are so welcoming and kind. They remind me of my mom back in Korea 🥺 If you’re looking for authentic Korean cuisine, I highly recommend this place.

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“Trying to eat lunch outside this Wells Fargo building is Seattle which houses several businesses but several employees smoking next to the facility that makes for a poor eating experience.

Also, could use more outside seating (some with umbrellas).“

“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.“

“This is my go-to spot for a working lunch. Absolutely love their food! The banchans are top notch, packed with flavor and always feel like a treat. I easily get two meals out of one bowl. Every dish hits the spot - customizable, consistently delicious and satisfying. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a flavorful, reliable Korean meal. The service is fast and the staff is courteous.“

“I had a nice experience at Korean Bbq here. I think there was a nice selection of meat and other side dishes. Clean location. Almost all of the fried items were not restocked the entire time of our visit. We were a group and didn’t get a lot of service from the wait staff, water refills, clearing of the table etc. I definitely will come back because it was pretty pretty good.“

“best meal while in Seattle area.“

“Comforting bone broth and generously filled dumplings. From my experience, Korean speciality restaurants only serve banchan that directly compliments the speciality...and their kimchi never disappoints. I love ordering from here whenever I feel under the weather or I'm homesick.“

“I love to order my lunch here ahead of time and then pick it up. Their sushi is so good and today I decided to try the chicken breast bento box with Korean potato salad. I have a new favorite food! That potato salad is sweet, but it pairs sooo well with their teriyaki sauce!! I will be ordering this again very soon! Thank you Joy Bento! You guys are AMAZING!!!“

“A very solid place for good traditional Korean soups. I had the spicy beef soup and was very happy. The place is not trendy and looked to attract a very local crowd. Prices were inline with other Korean restaurants. I can't wait to go back and try some of the other soup selections.“

“Seriously amazing, seriously good, best burger I have had in a hot minute. The bun bread is just crispy enough. I love this. The milkshakes comes with one of the largest straws you can get, and the fruit chunks and ice cream combo is phenomenal. I will be back, need to try everything now.“

“Basic deli. But really good food. I had the pork bowl. Cucumber topping was really good. Everything was as expected. Good lunch bowl for a good price. The surprising find was the rice cakes. A little spicy, a little sweet. Highly recommend those, and I'll definitely go back if nothing more than for those. Nothing fancy but clean. No problem for a lunch stop, but don't expect an atmosphere. I always think it's odd to have to rate a place like this for the atmosphere.“

“First time here at the all you can eat Lunch that was delicious!! This was my first time doing true Korean BBQ and I am a picky eater. I will definitely be back. Thank you David for being so awesome! I appreciate your amazing service and your patience with my lack of knowledge. And also our loud group with the very yummy so ju. We enjoyed the food, the atmosphere and your over the top service!! Thank you“

“First time trying after many years. We arrived around 855pm and seemed like they were closing soon.

3 of us quickly ordered 6 entrées. Food was great but only big negative was that one us feeling under the weather and requested own set of side dishes..very relunctly given as waitress said they normally don't do that. Mind you were order 6 entrées for 3 of us whereas the final bill exceeded $165....little perplexed. Also...No side dishes refills...hmmmm which was very odd. What if we all sat separately!? We should surely get our own side dishes. When asked for refill side dishes...kitchen closed so a flat no. Why can't the waitress ask us prior to shutting down especially we stated we wanted to order kalbi takeout and we were also denied. Hmmmmmm.

Hopefully next visit will be better.“

“Good little place to drop in if you're craving Korean. Side dishes were lovely and refilled often and the food we ordered was authentic and tasty. Luckily it wasnt busy when we went and they seated our large-ish party of 7 immediately. Nice little hidden gem.“

“I went in for the first time today for lunch after a pretty far walk from work. They are super nice, friendly and chatted with me a bit and explained their different menu options. They suggested the samurai which I got and it is very good to say the least. It’s super vibrant looking and very flavorful. I definitely highly recommend and will be coming back again“

“Amazing atmosphere with great service. Drinks are presented beautifully and taste is 10/10! Food is great as well overall a great place to come in and play some board games, get some drinks and eat. Owner is very sweet and inviting definitely coming back.“

“Really enjoyed this place. The food was fresh, rich in flavor, and beautifully presented — especially when they finished the dish right at the table with the flame, such a cool touch. Portions were generous, everything was hot and delicious. The atmosphere felt cozy and welcoming. Definitely coming back again. 🔥🍽️“

“amazing food, fantastic service! taste explosion of goodness! a MUST visit place!“

“Perfectly okay Korean restaurant. Amongst all the dishes I ordered what stands out most is Grilled mackerels. They serve 3 pieces instead of usual two and looks like there were pan fried which is hard to replicate at home. They serve tons of banchans but in my opinion it is a waste and they should just focus on a few good banchans.“

“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. 🩷🩷🩷🩷“

“Oh my gosh! I love a good Korean Stone Pot and this blew me out of the water. The food was amazing, the atmosphere was great, the staff was great. We got the chicken wings (8) we had 5 left to take over, we got the kimbap(we only had one each so leftovers to take home) and the bip-m-bop stone with chicken bolgogi and we had left oves. Shared everything. So good! Great hidden gem! Highly recommend!“