50 Best Korean Restaurants near Tacoma

“First time customer and was very happy! I got the chicken avocado and it was delightful! Good size portion, and the radish kimchie was yummy..only wish they put a little more in the container so I had some to eat with my leftovers 😋 All in all I'll definitely be back as I'd like to try some of there other dishes because they had many!!“

“We’d been wanting to try Woobling Korean BBQ for a while and finally stopped by today after seeing their $28 AYCE Happy Hour during trick-or-treating at Tacoma Mall on Halloween. For that price, we expected a more limited meat selection, but the variety was good enough and the quality was great. It was an amazing experience and we’ll definitely be back whenever we're craving reasonable price Korean BBQ.“

“The ordering system is nice. Right on a tablet foods ready in 15 minutes.

Don’t get me wrong, the food taste amazing here. I would come here almost 3 times a week. It’s definitely a delicious spot to eat at. The bowls are fantastic and much more.

I got food poisoning from here though. This bowl on my last visit felt off right away. After just a couple bites, my stomach started rumbling badly and I couldn’t keep eating. It was bad, the bug was there for at least 4 days.

Would I recommend it:
yeah, it’s great food, but having food poisoning from here, I personally wouldn’t eat here anymore. The inspection sticker says, “Okay”“

“We tried the spicy pork salad, kimchi dumplings, and kingbap roll. All were delicious, especially the spicy pork salad. The spice level on the pork was perfect, good heat, but not make you cry hot, balanced well with some sweet. We will definitely go back.“

“Love this place. Great food, huge portions. I’ve been eating here since before it was KOBE. Just ordered my first large order yesterday. Called in 14 meals, they had it ready for me in 20 min as requested. Threw in 14 sodas for free. Not only will I continue to frequent for my personal lunches I will be bringing more of my larger orders for business meetings here!“

“The food is so delicious!!!“

“🍲 Pho Ever 🫶 1st time here and it’s was Chill and cool place to eat.“

“Delicious food with great service.“

“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.“

“I got the #6 (Yukgaejang, Korean spicy beef soup) and was not disappointed. The broth was very flavorful with a hint of spice. The glass noodles were delicious. Would highly recommend coming here. Seafood scallion pancake was delicious as well and came with lots of octopus. I also had a taste of their beef bone soup, and while it's not one I would order, I could tell they put a lot of work making it. Lots of parking and plenty of seating.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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“

“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!“

“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.“

“Everything was exceptional! Wonderful restaurant“

“the best lunch I've had in a while.“

“The place has undergone an interior upgrade. The atmosphere is on the quiet side, especially for lunch.

SERVICE: 10/10. The lady is down-to-earth and super friendly. It’s like speaking with an aunty you never had. Great person that adds to the atmosphere.

FOOD: 10/10. I live in Portland, and I drive 2.3 hours to get their pig soup and sundae plate. Reminds me of my homeland. Absolute top-tier food.“

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

“This is my happy place. I come to soak my stress away and then scrub the rest away. I love the steam room and cool waterfall when it gets too hot. It’s my close to home get away.“

“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.“

“The naengmyeon is outta this world!
So, friggin' DELICIOUS 🤤
jinjja eomcheongnage mas-iss-eo!

It's clear that the chef truly LOVES Korean cuisine, you can taste it in the food. The atmosphere is really special, welcoming and fun. First time eating there, and we will 100% be going back, soon to try the rest of the menu!“

“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!“

“The food was delicious and the staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating. We came in for an early dinner but by the time we left the place was packed! Ppl clearly love this hidden gem!“

“Absolutely love this place!!! The chef fulfilled a personal request for an item not listed on the menu with no hesitation and it came out perfectly💓 the staff is wonderfully kind and patient, and everything was so clean!!!“

“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.“

“Service was great with large portions of food!“

“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.“

“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.“

“food was goodsrvice was good too!“

“The place is nice and clean. I like the fact that you get your rice in a bowl stone so its stays warm for a long time. The down side of the bowl stone is that the rice sticks to the sides and its hard to get off. The beef short ribs and pork bulgogi is really flavorful. The beef bulgogi could use a little more flavor but was not bad at all. Tried a tofu soup and it was delicious. The people are nice and your food comes out pretty quick. You get tea when you get seated at your table which is nice. Diffinetly a place to try. They have a selection of tofu dishes if you like tofu.“

“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.“

“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“

“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.“

“Last night was our first dining experience at Domo Sushi, and we definitely plan to return! The food, the service, and the atmosphere were all enjoyable. Thank you for a wonderful night out.“

“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!“

“It’s been 6yrs that I been visiting KKO KKO the family own Restaurant the owners Chung and James! Are the most beautiful people I got to meet!

When they make their unique flavors of Korean food it’s definitely tasty, hot, fresh made with LOVE, you always get same taste overtime we will visit! You might have to wait but I’ll say waiting for hot meal and fresh I’ll take anytime!

Our favorite dishes are Pork , Special Chicken, Honey Garlic Chicken, Fried Chicken, Spicy Chicken, Shrimp Fried Rice, Glass Noodles , Korean Pancake, and also the Seafood Pancake. I mean anything on the menu you can’t go wrong with!

At time this place can be busy at they might not fill your water, it’s that they are Ignoring you or not attending you, they are just making food for other customers but they are truly love to serve you with love, kindness want to give you a hot meal Generally care for their customers!

It’s a small restaurant it’s family owned they there bathroom are clean also their restaurant smell good, every time you walk in the kindly Greet you ready to serve YOU!

I really enjoy come To their home to shared a home cooked meal from Korean at their table!
Thank you both Chung and James for this experience of your Delicious and also hospitality that you have gave to me and my family!“

“The food is good, BUT in that past year they have become SOoooo EXPENSIVE and its NOT worth the money any longer. The portions used to be larger and now they barely fill their boxes. Not going back because of those reasons. They need to drop the prices again and add more food to boxes again.“

“I’ve been coming here for years with family and friends and haven’t left them a review. Service is always fantastic and the quality of food hasn’t ever faltered. Personally love their 냉면 🥹 It always hits & I’ll always come back! #1 spot for KBBQ in Lakewood.“

“love the mala hot! if you like spicy chicken this is one of the greatest hidden gems of Federal Way. a bit pricey at regular price, but they are always running specials. Definitely my go-to place for spicy chicken anywhere between Seattle and Tacoma.“

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

“The food was amazing, everyone should eat here !“