50 Best Korean Restaurants in Seattle

“Amazing food and staff was great!“

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

“The food was excellent!! I had the fish sandwich and my brother had the pork katsu sandwich…very very good. The fries are not good, they are the fresh ones like in n out, so if you like those then I guess you will like these. Mac salad was very very very good and we also had a malasada. The malasada was not great, I would skip it.
The views are maybe the best of the Seattle skyline you will get…there is also a water ferry dock that will take you to downtown I believe. There is also a place to rent kayaks and paddle boards.“

“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 👍“

“I haven't been to Dona Queen in a long time and after coming today, I really regret it. What a great local spot for donuts, Korean plates and croissant breakfast sandwiches. I had a apple fritter and coffee and both were delicious 😋.
Please 🙏 make sure to support this local business. If it is picking up dozens of donuts for meetings, parties or even just a couple of donuts for yourself, this us a MUST destination.
PS, say hello to Kim who works the front counter. He is such a pleasure to meet and talk with. You can't go wrong at Dona Queens.“

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

“The owner and staff are wonderfully kind and welcoming to all, making everyone feel at home right away. The atmosphere is both cute and lively, with a fun vibe that makes it perfect for a casual outing. The menu is diverse and thoughtfully crafted—everything is beautifully plated, fresh, and made from scratch. It’s also an excellent spot for those with food allergies or intolerances, as they offer great options to accommodate different needs. The drinks are as beautiful as they are fun, and it’s the perfect place to stop before a ball game or concert (which is exactly what we did). We didn’t have time for a full meal this visit, but we’ll absolutely be back next time we’re in Pioneer Square. Highly recommend! I’d also love to try one of their cooking classes or ticketed events in the future.“

“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.“

“The Sunday night dinner felt like a home cooked meal in a Korean grandmas home - a large quantity of healthy veggies, rice, stewed chicken.

The chicken stew was really quite tasty and the highlight of the meal, the rest was excellent but also a bit forgettable.“

“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.“

“What a gem! As you enter this place, the decor is inviting and modern. The owners are very friendly. The fusion Korean food doesn't compromise the genuine taste of Korean food and this coming from a very picky person when it comes to korean food. The portion is huge. The bulgogi burrito is large enough for 2 people to share. We didn't order the burgers but I heard that the owners specialize in burgers. Next time I'm definitely going to try the burgers!“

“Usually this place is good but I ordered their hot put army stew and on the menu it said kimchi onion pork spam sausage and cheese but I got tofu and no cheese :( I’m allergic to tofu so I intentionally ordered this instead of their tofu soup and when I asked the waitress she just went back and scooped out the tofu. The video is of the soup before I ate it btw.“

“So good so good so good so good“

“Five stars just for having a website with a menu with photos, descriptions, and prices. I went in and knew exactly what I wanted to order. I got a 2 slider combo ($13 as of October, 2025) with kālua pork and pocket tots. The sliders were delicious, the kālua pork was tender and the signature slaw was fresh and flavorful.“

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

“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 💗💗💗“

“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!“

“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.“

“Good portion and price for the food. The kimchi fried rice and japchae had ok flavor. I wish they had some soup options to go with the bowls.
The place is unpretentious, has a few tables inside and two outside. I enjoyed the self served barley tea.“

“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.“

“Its a to go late night kitchen. I ordered chicken katsu and sausage w rice. There was mistake with doordash but the owner was kind enough to make katsu curry and fries. I tried fixing it through doordash but doordash stuck. If you place an online order just you know their restaurant won't show up but another location but the other location is under different name. But its doordash fault“

“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!!“

“Great portion size and friendly staff.“

“great food, very authentic“

“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.“

“had lunch here yesterday and loved it! great atmosphere, kind server, delicious food (first time trying korean food) and i would definitely recommend it. my friends and i devoured our lunch and loved the music playing whilst we ate and chatted. next time i’m in seattle i’ll definitely stop by!“

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

“Wow what a hidden gem of West Seattle. The portions are great; the pricing is the best you can ask for. Wow, the flavor is incredible. They have a rotating menu so there's always something great to eat.

10/10 recommend

Went back the next day to try new things. I stand by everything previously mentioned“

“I am still trying out all of the restaurants around my job and this place caught my eye. I love the small kitchen aesthetic, it reminds me of living in Asia. I ordered a nigiri roll and beef teriyaki. The roll was fine but the beef was a bit dry and not my favorite meal. I would revisit and try something else but it was just ok.“

“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.“

“I really appreciate how friendly and helpful the staff at District H Market are. One time I accidentally dropped and broke a pack of pickled radish, and they kindly replaced it with a smile and even joked about it. They’re always happy to help with heavy items or things placed high up on the shelves. The cashiers are also super nice! Once you get to know them, they’ll chat with you and make the checkout experience fun.“

“We were looking online for the best lunch spots in seattle. I came across this place deep in a reddit thread. The #22 salmon and tuna bowl was INCREDIBLY fresh, light, and delicious. We got here a bit before lunch time on a Monday and had our food by the time we were done paying. EXCELLENT CHOICE.“

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

“This is a hidden gem! I randomly walked in and after I watched Jane work in the kitchen I was extremely disappointed that I had already eaten. The food looked and smelled phenomenal. I had envy for sure watching others enjoy their food. Jane was so nice and welcoming. I had a great time chatting with her and her staff, including Chase. I can’t wait to visit Seattle again and try her food! It’s on the top of my list! Thank you Jane and team.“

“Great place. I had the Beef Teriyaki Bowl which was excellent. The beef was great, but what I really liked was the rice. I don't say that lightly. Got to get the recipe for their rice.

The guy at the counter was extremely nice and helpful. I will definitely return.“

“I visited Stone Korean Restaurant today with friends, and I have to say the portions were quite large. I really enjoyed the veggie pancake, it reminded me of a Turkish dish called ‘mücver’. The tteokbokki was okay; I’ve had better ones before. I tried the Kalbi Bibimbap Combo, which was good, but I actually liked my friend’s Spicy Pork Bulgogi even more, it was delicious! They also brought us several side dishes, and those were pretty tasty too. Overall, we left the place happy and satisfied.“

“This place has amazing, succulent chicken (thighs!), tasty sauces, and a bunch of other great-looking items on the menu. Location is awesome too, on the walk from stadiums to transit, next to Trinity nightclub, right in Pioneer Square. This place should take off!“

“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.“

“The Kalbi ribs were delicious.

I was not a huge fan of the seafood tofu soup or most of the sides.

Service was lovely and the place was clean.

I would love to try it again but order a different flavor of soup.“

“A great little Korean restaurant with amazing service and yummy food.

I had come here after looking for a spot to get some work done. After calling, the owners were very kind to let me know that they had WiFi available for paying customers. As this was surprisingly rare for other restaurants I called in for, I got myself some kimchi stew and set myself up at the table.

There is lots of seating available and you order at a self-serve kiosk near the entrance. The entrance is very accessible and they can host a variety of party sizes. Just make sure you let them know ahead of time if you are going to have a large group!

The stew had just the right flavors and came with kimichi and rice. For the price, I was very happy since I’d been eating lots of overpriced food since I landed here for my trip. They were quick with the meal prep, offered plenty of food for one, and offered wonderful customer service. They also have a bathroom that is accessible for paying customers! Couldn’t think of any place better to get some home cooked Korean dishes.“

“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!“

“A lot to unpack here. I ordered chicken wings and Korean fries here for pickup on DoorDash. I walked in when the app said it was ready. I told the bartender I was there for a DoorDash pickup and she said it would be 5 more minutes. I didn’t actually receive my for another 25 minutes after talking to her, and she even asked me a second time why I was there. Lol Also within this time I witnessed two different parties get the wrong order. I also saw that they serve Everclear shots. Wild. When my food finally came out, the bartender just set it on the bar like 3 seats away from me and said “it’s ready”. Not very personable at all. The fries were soggy. Not sure why since I’d been in the building for so long, but I’m a weirdo and I actually like soggy fries as well as crispy ones so I was fine with that - the flavour was great. Maybe if you order them there, they will be crispy. The wings were phenomenal. Their sound system is amazing and I love their music selection. I also liked the K-pop videos. My 5-star review is based on food and ambience only. Service is lacking, much like other reviewers say. I’d come back for a to-go order.“

“Delicious comfort Korean food. The staff is very friendly. It's my go to of those chilly Seattle rainy days.“

“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.“

“So good. Jappanese, Korean, Chinese, they're doing it all. Portions are big. We went 2 days in a row despite there being 100 other restaurants nearby. Got a spicy teriyaki bento box one day, and General Tao the next. Both were excellent. All meals come with mixed greens and a nice vinagrette, and potstickers. Just go, you wont regret it.“

“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 �“

“Cute store. I originally wanted some donut but changed my mind when I saw they have corndog. I chose a classic half cheese half sausage.

The corndog was made fresh on order so I had to wait a little bit for it to be ready. Sause was spicy mayo cuz it was said to be best seller but to be honest I would have wanted something a little bit sweeter, but that was just personal preference. The corndog was crunchy enough for me, good cheese pull, decent sausage. Loveddd the dough it was good hehe.“

“I stumbled upon this restaurant by chance while passing by. It offers a typical teriyaki menu, along with Korean dishes, some Japanese options (like sushi and tempura), and even jjajangmyeon (black bean noodles). The area is an industrial zone, so workers from nearby factories frequently drop in. Perhaps because of this, the restaurant opens early at 10 AM and closes early (3PM) as well.

It seemed like the owners, a husband and wife, were the only ones working (I couldn't see the kitchen). The owner’s wife took orders and served in the dining area. I arrived around 10:40 AM, a bit early for lunch, but there were already two tables with customers, and more people started coming in shortly after.

I ordered four dishes, including Korean and teriyaki options. Typically, teriyaki places don’t serve Korean side dishes (banchan), but since I ordered Korean food, they brought out banchan. The owner’s wife apologized for the limited variety of side dishes and generously brought out extra.

As I tasted the side dishes, they had a comforting, homemade quality, like a warm meal prepared at home. The flavors were neither too salty nor too bland, with a clean taste that didn’t rely on artificial seasonings. The dishes—spicy pork bulgogi, seafood soft tofu stew, stone pot bibimbap, and Mongolian beef—reminded me of my mom's cooking, which I loved. While the food didn’t have the commercialized taste of popular chain restaurants, it felt like it was made with care and attention, just like a meal prepared at home.

This restaurant pleasantly exceeded my expectations.

- Service: Following the typical teriyaki joint setup, you place and pay for your order at the counter before taking a seat. The staff then brings your meal to your table. A nice touch is the complimentary bottled water that accompanies your meal.

- Price: Considering the generous portions and delightful taste, the pricing is quite reasonable. While I haven't compared it to other eateries in the vicinity, the value for money here stands out.

- Food: The dishes shine with a home-cooked quality, free from overpowering artificial flavors. Each bite feels wholesome, capturing the essence of genuine, heartfelt cooking.

- Ambiance: The setting is straightforward and functional, characteristic of fast-food-style teriyaki spots. It's not fancy, but it serves its purpose well.

- Parking: There's ample parking available, though spaces can fill up quickly. Nevertheless, finding a spot wasn't an issue, and it's free of charge.

In summary, this restaurant offers a delightful blend of authentic flavors and efficient service, making it a noteworthy spot for anyone craving quality teriyaki and more.“

“One of my preferred locations for delicious Chinese food. I wanted to post a food pic but it looked so good I couldn't stop. Definitely worth a return trip. Prices were average for the menu. Food is like a restaurant in Louisville I loved.“