50 Best Korean Restaurants near Cupertino

“Great atmosphere for a date night! We ordered the salmon tartare, rose tteokbokki, and kfc cauliflower for appetizers. All of them were great but I was most impressed by the tteokbokki!We followed with the short ribs and the basque cheesecake dessert. They were good but the appetizers were more impressive. I was also disappointed that they no longer did the sweet potato chiffon cake :(“

“Second trip here so I thought I'd review it. I got a small box of taiyaki (little fish waffles) before and they were piping hot and fresh - yum! This time we got the ah boong, which is a larger fish waffle with soft serve ice cream - either the waffle is used as a cone, or else it's served "upside down", meaning in a cup on top of the ice cream. The waffle is good, but not as fresh, since they are not made to order like the taiyaki. Also we ordered ours with custard, but there was hardly any in it. Soft serve ube ice cream was good, though not strongly flavored or super rich, but still good. Minimal seating inside - there's plenty outside if the weather is not but we went right after it rained so the chairs outside were wet, so keep that in mind if the weather is extremely hot or wet for outside seating. 5 stars except for one deducted for the missing custard and also I wish they'd put more info on the menu for newbies who may not know what taiyaki, ah boong, or "upside down" means!“

“Bibimbap hot pot with spicey pork, yum. lots of great vegetables and and the pork with egg over rice.“

“I ordered a Wagyu Bimimbab in the Hot Stone, and it was pretty good. The veggies were good, and the wagyu was cooked well. But, there was little rice, and the stone bowl burnt all the good patches.Service was good, almost forgot to give our credit card back, but she was very nice about it and apologized. All the waiters and waitresses were kind-hearted.The tables and everything was clean, and it feels pretty cozy in the restaurant.“

“We got the whole chicken half & half with Secret Sauce and half with Soy Garlic. The portions were generous and the chicken quality was excellent (soft inside, crunchy outside, cooked perfectly). The Soy Garlic sauce was the best. The Secret Sauce (described by the cashier as yamyung sauce) was too sweet and had a strong orange flavor - not the traditional Korean flavor I enjoy every time in in Seoul. But the chicken itself was so good, we plan to try this place again. Still, I recommend you get the coleslaw to offset the oil and salt you get with any KFC.The atmosphere is a little off putting: the blaring K-Pop, the dim lighting, the TV's mounted on the wrong wall, the self-service, and the wait time for the food. But these are all fixable, so hopefully things will improve at this relative newcomer in the southbay KFC scene.“

“Very solid Korean cafe!Everything is solid and I was tempted to give this place 5 stars for the Misugaru tea. Top it with Dalgona. Omg amazing. One of the best milk teas around. I’m coming back for that every time.The food is very good. I’d say the fries are every bit better than McD’s fries. They are addictive.The Tanghulu is delicious. They only had Strawberry when we went but I’m sure as seasons change they’ll have others.Give this place a try! Service is great. Kpop on the tele and speakers.It’s fun with great food and drinks.“

“Food! Service! Ambiance! Infinite out of 10! Amazing service and the homie that was working his second day deserves a raise already. The guy is dedicated and passionate at work. All staff are friendly. Food left me speechless it's been almost 5 and a half years since I ate. Filled my mouth with happy memories and back when I was still wild af. Took some nice photos of the food hopefully everyone can go and try out their food. In person dining just feels nostalgic. I love the restaurant and hope you guys will support their business try out the food!“

“This place is really nice. It's not perfect, but it's good for the price; the food is good, and the service is nice. You can get your own banchan (sides) but it's not always the same banchan available (and again, ymmv when it comes to quality depending on your taste).My favorite cuts are the pork belly (we really like the Hawaiian Pork Belly and the Garlic Pork Belly), pork jowl (cheek), and beef bulgolgi (again, the Hawaiian one is great). Also good are the shrimp and the baby octopus, we had both the regular and the spicy for both seafood.“

“Solid, crispy Korean fried chicken! Upon entering the store, there is a self-ordering machine but you can also order at the cashier. We used the machine and it was pretty straightforward. While waiting, I noticed it's quite spacious and there are a decent amount of seatings. We ordered takeout for half original fried chicken with signature sauce. There is a good mix of chicken wings and drumsticks. The sauce was delicious and has a nice sweet, savory flavor. I enjoyed the sweet taste, but it does get a little boring after eating multiples. The chicken pieces were a bit soggy from the sauce but still had a nice crunch and texture. The meat were juicy and well cooked. For the price, I think it's average considering the Bay Area prices($18 for half) and the flavor and quality made up for it. Overall, would recommend if you want Korean fried chicken and in the plaza.“

“EMA Karaoke & Bar in San Jose is a vibrant spot for a night out, offering both an open bar area and individual rooms for rent. The karaoke experience here is a blast, with a diverse selection of songs to choose from. However, if you're expecting gourmet cuisine, you may find the food to be just average. As the night progresses, the bar tends to get crowded after 9 pm, so it's best to arrive early to secure your spot. Despite the crowds, the energy is infectious, adding to the overall excitement.“

“Food was so good that I’m going back anytime I visit San Jose! On a Saturday evening, make sure you make a reservation so you don’t wait for 20-30 mins. It was worth the wait.Lovely people who work there too?Vegetarian options: The have tofu, soups, vegetable fried rice etc.“

“Definitely a repeat visit. Great food, and ambience. Staff is friendly and super helpful.What I ordered: 1/2 purple rice1/2 brown rice , veggies spicy pork, Cajun shrimp, garlic butter sauce, cucumber, spicy chili , tempura flakes, spicy sauce, spicy mayo.Drink: pear slushee ( not too sweet :))“

“Service was attentive without being intrusive. Staff were courteous and kind, explaining the food as it was served to us and even offering extra dishes but this was likely because we came on the first night of the new month as they were removing certain items from the menu. Delectable food and calming ambience. One of the best dining experiences I can remember.“

“Getting to the important part is the flavor. Soy garlic and medium spicy wings were ?. I would say the soy garlic was the best of the two and that the medium spicy tastes like semi spruced up gochujang sauce type of heat. Not spicy at all.Price to portion wise, they are pricey for wings. ~$18.99 for 8 pieces feels a little high but I think the value is there. Flavor ✅ , crunch ✅, worth it ✅. Tried the magic fries, I’ve seen from an earlier post that it’s sugar , onion powder, and garlic powder on top of the fries. It’s nice but it was ok. Texture of the fries were a little soft instead of being crispy. My only beef is $2.00 for ranch.The spot is pretty much a Togo place since all the tables and chairs are all bunched to the side.Worth a shot to try out!“

“Tasty food, courteous service, and the best Korean BBQ in town!“

“This place is so good. If you work in the North San Jose/Santa Clara/Milpitas tech circle, you've gotta stop by on your lunch break. I ordered online for pick up (they close at 1:30, so be sure to go before then) and I just grabbed it off the counter when I got there. Cute little shop located around autobody and small warehouse stores, you might miss it. But you shouldn't. Parking gets a little tough, but I just pulled my car in front real quick and hopped out. Onto the food. I got the bulgogi sandwich because some other Yelper had a very appetizing photo...and I did not regret it. Seriously, it smelled so good that I had to whip the sandwich out at the stoplight on Montague Expressway to catch a glimpse. Perfectly tender, salty, sweet bulgogi with the nice sour and spicy jalapeño- it couldn't be beat. I couldn't even wait to get back to my desk at work to eat it, I finished it in my company parking lot. Everything in San Jose is expensive now and this isn't the exception, but this is definitely going on my lunch time rotation- sorry Mendocino Farms.“

“I was in the area so I came here for a late lunch and I was so impressed by the interior remodeling!! I think the last time I came was more than a year ago, so I was definitely surprised. I got my favorite, Galbi Tang, and it was well seasoned, with small pieces of meat (which I preferred over the huge chunks) and definitely filling. I enjoyed it so much I forgot to take pics of the food!! Definitely the place to go for traditional Korean soups.“

“First time having Paik's!The two of us ordered:-jajangmyeon large $13.35-tangsuyuk #8 $15.45 crispy porkThe noodles were good and it was my first time having Korean jajangmyeon. Definitely great to try! Flavors were good. Noodles were a bit on the softer/stickier side.The crispy pork was super crispy. A bit heavy to eat on your own. I would recommend sharing it with 2-3 people.The radish wasn't crunch which was a bit surprising.Service is quick and there is a lot of seating inside.Parking is limited and can definitely be a pain.I'll definitely be back to try out other items on the menu.“

“Food is great but the service is very nice and cozy. I love how I can be relaxed here while enjoying a meal. Some places feel so judgy, this isn't one of them. The beef ribs are great, but my favorite is ramen yukehjang (spicy beef soup).“

“I love this place. The food is crazy delicious! I recommend to order wings and Ttokbokki. The employees are always nice and friendly. However, I have to wait at least 30-40 mins to get the food. Besides that, I highly recommend this place. Also it’s easy to park“

“This spot is so good! It's open until midnight as well. I got their CC Chicken Dupbop bowl to go and the portions were huge! I like that you can choose a rice option in which I got the Kimchi rice similar to Korean fried rice. Food was very good, chicken was sweet and spicy, and had the right amount of crunch. The interior was also very nice, it had a lot of Kpop vibes. It was also quite lively at nice. The staff were super friendly and very helpful! I'll definitely be coming back soon.“

“Very Good quality of meat barbecue. But service is bad.“

“Love love this place. My first time. I have had lots of Korean food before. But the seafood pancake and seafood dolsot bimbimbap are unmatched. The pancake was crispy inside out. The stone pot, the video showed it all - the crispy rice bottom can be easily scraped off and tasted more like Rice chips (yum!) Worth noting and very surprising is how tasty the Shrimp in that stone pot. Almost like they have been marinated (and may be they were :)) Outstanding and authentic Korean food. This place is super busy with so many people and also lots of takeout orders. Good sign for the food quality. Will definitely visit again to try other dishes!“

“Very delicious food. Atmosphere was great, the place felt nice, almost formal, and the service was attentive. They serve you green tea in addition to any drink you want, which was a nice touch. Be aware that the meals seem to be eaten family style, as there is a lot of food for what you pay for. The orange beef and prawn chow mein plus meat dumplings was enough for a small family. It was very delicious, I will definitely be returning!“

“Real rating is 4.5. The service and atmosphere are great. You can tell this place is popular....theres a big wait (maybe an hour) on popular days. The waiters are well trained and the staff is lovely. The big platter of spare ribs in the sweet brown sauce topped with melted cheese was absolutely delicious, but I think $100 was a little steep in price. Same for the soup bowl. $75 just seemed too much, and the soup didnt taste quite as good to me as the brown meat and cheese bowl. But, again, the brown bowl was superb!Anyway, you should definitely come check this place out if you have a night out planned.“

“Taste 5/5 (love the red bean), Health 2/5, Location 5/5 (downtown Palo Alto retail), Interior 4/5 (fine, but no place to sit), Cleanliness 5/5, Overall Value 4/5 (actually prices are quite reasonable for the unique product and good location for a stroll). Please ? this review if helpful, or accurate. ?Thx!“

“If you’re looking for Sundubu, come here and I promise you won’t be disappointed! If so, just let them know and they will adjust it.We don’t come down here often however, will always stop by Hansang when in the area. Service is also awesome!“

“Small cute, hood service. I had the sashimi special. It was very good. Fresh buttery selection by the chef . Ordered the veggie tempura. Didn't like the breading or the dipping sauce: veggie selection was good. Miso soup was ok but 3 very small squares of tofu. I prefer a more robust recipe. Ordered a very nice orange roll to go. Again salmon was yummy. Price seemed ok for lunch. Since I enjoyed the roll/ sashimi I will visit again.“

“The food was very good. They were very generous on the side dishes.I also love their barley tea. We ordered the seafood pancake, spicy pork ribs, and the fried fish. It come with rice too. Everything was almost half gone and that's how good it was. I recommend coming here.“

“This late-night Korean eatery in the Bay Area offers a solid dining experience, although service can be slow due to limited staffing late at night. The interior exudes a cozy atmosphere, although it can get warm inside until the door is left open for ventilation. While the banchan lacked some flavor, it wasn't a significant issue.The Kimchi Beef Tofu Soup, rated 4.3 out of 5, provides a satisfying kick at medium spice level with ample portions of mushrooms, beef, and tofu. While it may not be the most flavorful tofu soup, it remains a dependable choice for any craving.The Half Order BBQ Short Ribs, rated 4.7 out of 5, offer a delightful Korean BBQ experience. The option for half portions is appreciated, and the dish is well-prepared overall. However, there's room for improvement in ensuring the onions on the plate sizzle and cook more thoroughly.“

“Our group of 8 went there last night for dinner. Since it was Saturday night at 8pm, there were lots of people waiting. But after half an hour wait, we got a table. Both hot pot and barbecue included is only $37 per person. It is the same price as any other AYCE out there but it was real fast service and perfect food I've ever had.The food got to the table not even a minute late after we ordered! It is super duper fast service in the world!! You can also get free egg and korean kimchi at the sauce counter. You don't need to order them seperately. It is totally amazing. There are so many meat, vegetables, sea food and even dumplings, all included in AYCE. You can also order as many as ice creams when you finish. I really appreciate its employees' hard work. Everyone in the Bay Area must try this!!!Real hidden gem in San Jose!“

“This is a nice little sushi place. I've been wanting to try them for a long time. We ordered the Tako Karaage (fried octopus) and 2 sushi rolls. The sushi rolls were pretty good, the fish tasted fresh, and the portions were huge. The fried octopus was a bit tough but tasted good nonetheless. The staff was friendly and attentive.“

“A lady pushing a stroller who was waiting in line with me for the mall bathroom just asked me what this place sold, I said "it's grilled fish with ice cream." She was surprised and said, "Oh interesting!" I corrected myself and said it was "batter poured into metal fish molds." She thought that sounded delicious so together we went! It was my first time trying this location.Since all the Somi Somi locations I have been to only have take-out, I like this location because it is in a temperature-controlled mall. I prefer it to eating ice cream outside in freezing temperatures and even to eating outside in warm weather because everything melts so fast. You also have more open mall space to wait.This location is bright and clean. It had one flavor that the Cupertino location didn't currently have. My favorites are the cheese taiyaki and the red bean soft serve.“

“Authentic Korean soondubu (soft tofu soup) and haemul pajeon (seafood pancake)I love ordering their Seafood Soft tofu soup in medium and their seafood pancake. Their dishes have the right flavor and is not overly salty like at different soft tofu shops. The seafood pancake is also perfectly made with the right crunch on the outside and is not soggy. Their appetizer side dishes are also tasty, filling and can be refilled. Love the fish cake!They accommodate dietary restrictions and I usually order the vegetarian / seafood broth as the broth usually is made with meat.This location out of their Palo Alto, Milpitas, and South San Jose locations is the original and the best.“

“Quality of meat is superb. Our group got beef belly, brisket & a small amount of pork belly. Sides are just ok. The hospitality is one of the best experiences I've ever had. It was like being at a friend or family members home and being waited on, treated like our experience mattered. The lady was laughing and joking with us & catering to our every need. The price was spectacular under $200 for 8 people !!! That's $25 per person! We tipped we because the staff deserved it. Most definitely coming back :)“

“I really like this place. They have remodeled the interior recently. I recommend the Seafood Soft Tofu. Note that the spice level is higher than stated, so order one level lower than you normally would to see if that works for you. Along with the side dishes, this is really enough food for dinner.“

“Food so good you'll be wanting some MO!!! Came in on a Wednesday around 2:15ish and it wasn't too busy. The interior is clean, fun, and very vibe-y! There's plenty of seating and service was super quick! The food was SO GOOD. If I lived in San Jose, I would be here often for sure. FOOD: 〰 Yangnyum (양 념) sweet & spicy red sauce wings (5/5): You can get adjust the spice level on these and my bf and I decided to go with the spicy. SO GOOD! The wings were crisp and flavorful. I would 1000% get these again !!! 〰 Creamion (양 파 크림) Creamy onion wings (5/5): I saw other reviews talking about how good this flavor was and they were not lying. I've never had this flavor before but it is delish! They don't skimp on the sauce and it's incredibly decadent and full of flavor. Even with the sauce though, the wings are still crisp. I would get these again too!!! 〰 Tofu Soup 순두부 (5/5): You can adjust the spice level on this and what kind of protein you want! My bf and I decided to go with spicy for the spice and mandu as the "protein". This dish is so incredibly comforting. It comes with a side of rice, kimchi, and seaweed. I absolutely loved this dish. It was so good that I didn't care that it burned my tongue eating it. TLDR: This place is so good and I'm so thankful I got to try it. Easy 5's all around. I would 100% come here again!“

“Did not get the chance to photograph my delicious meal but tried their jjolmyun, oh my lord, it was so-so good!!! The texture, flavor, the coldness of the noodle all in one bowl was absolutely delicious!!! You must try that dish when visiting here. I devoured that bowl of food. You are able to adjust the spicy level. I personally loved it without much spicy too it so it doesn’t over kill the flavor already in the bowl of ingredients. Perfect meal for warmer weathers but I enjoy cold stuff in cold weathers. Their kimchi fried rice was delicious too! Very cheesy and has an egg with it.Will need to comeback here again to try their other goods!!!“

“Food is great, late night availability is even greater. It's nice to have a place to go to late in the evening, especially one with a nice atmosphere as this. I've got no complaints about the food, but the service is on the slower side. Both times I went I averaged about a 30 minute wait between sitting down and my food arriving. If you're not in a rush, then the food is worth the wait.“

“This is the best authentic Korean style bbq i have ever had! Sun hee is the best chef around town for all bbq and Korean style food Me and my family had the Egg wrapping with fried rice and it was the best!!“

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“The food was exceptional. It would be a go-to for something to ease your hunger as soon as possible, as most of the orders are efficiently delivered.No doubt, as foodies, me and my family enjoyed the food overall, but what was significant was the number of vegetarian options.In Korean cuisine, there aren’t so many of them… However, at BibimBowl, we found around as many no-meat options as meaty options in each category. For people who prefer to get something with no gluten, they provide a wide range of gluten-free dishes as well.Everything, from service to food to ambience, was great.It felt welcoming, like something that would stay with you forever. Must visit!“

“Service is not always the best here, but the food is so comforting. Our go to order is always the roll and ramen. We loveee the fried shrimp roll. Ordered the seafood pancake this time, and we weren't a big fan of it; the batter was too thick for our liking.“

“Very yummy Kung Pao Chicken. Like their lunch specials“

“This place is amazing! The spare ribs are bbq'ed right in front of you along with all of the other meats. The owners are kind and very personable. :) I went here two days in a row. Delish!“

“Seafood Tofu is pretty good. I always get spicy for my soup and they make it spicy enough for the kick and not overpowering. The broth had the right taste of the cooked seafood of shrimp and clams. They add on egg that pretty much cook though so breaking the yolk wasn't possible. Maybe I'll ask them to stir it next time or leave it out. It comes with purple rice and add an order of spicy cucumber cause I didn't see Kim Chi on machine to order. I'd definitely be coming back.“

“New opening Korean restaurant @ Santa Clara .Menu is simple , noodle , rice or tofu stew, even has hamburger.Ordered seafood Kalguksu ( noodle ) , I think it’s too spicy for me , but noodle was so delicious and big piece seafood.$ 22My friend ordered r steak with rice $31Because just opened last week , they probably need more time . Service is slow , and all server looks nervous.Tips asked at least 18% up“

“Having grown up and living in the South bay for most of my life, it’s comforting knowing that the owner who operates this restaurant has not changed in the 30+ years they have been in business. The food and service here are excellent. The only thing is parking can be a challenge sometimes. My friends and I usually order the combo 4 with doenjang stew (fermented soybean). Her kimchi and doenjang stew is the best in the South Bay. And if you want the teobokki that is like you get in Korea, they make it with the perfect blend of spicy and sweetness“

“I think they need to improve about their facility, for example, one of the men's toilets was out of order, so many of male customers had to wait very long time in a line.Food was good in general. But especially, our sever "David", he has been wonderful for the rapid and faithful service all over during our visit. We'll definitely find David again when we visit Chung-Dam again in the future!“

“We really enjoyed our dinner at Mikado. The dinner was very good, and the outdoor seating made us feel safe. The tempura was excellent - lightly fried and not greasy at all. There wasn't anything wrong at all. I gave it 4 stars because I didn't walk away with the urge of coming back again soon. But I do recommend Mikado.Parking: Lots of free street parking not far away. There is also a large free parking lot on the other side of the building. No problem at all.“