If I could leave no stars I would. My sister went with her girlfriend here tonight for their anniversary dinner. They were so excited to come here. When they returned, they were devastated. The staff here kept staring at them and made them feel extremely uncomfortable. They even lost their appetite and spent a pretty penny regardless. Was it a race thing? Or was it because they are a same sex couple? Shame on you for making people feel this way. I would stay away from this place unless you fit "their standard". What a waste.
Amanda L.
Been here a couple of times with some friends to get a drink or some delicious Korean food. They have large indoor and outdoor seating arrangements. The place is nicely decorated and considered "hip" from its flashing lights and music choices! If you haven't, I would recommend watching "Itaewon" on Netflix, which is what this place is based on. I came on a Sunday night and it wasn't too busy, but on other weekends it can get pretty busy. The menu is a scannable QR code, and I believe if you post their location on your Instagram account and show it to them, you can get a free beer or soju - pretty good deal! We ordered the scallion chicken, army stew, and truffle fries. All portions are big and all this food was enough to feed 3-4 people. The chicken was crispy with a heaping pile of scallion and sauce drizzled on top. The army stew was brought out on a portable gas stove to keep the stew hot, which you can turn off and on at any point to reheat the stew. The stew had kimchi, sausage, tofu, spam, mushrooms, ramen, and it tasted comforting as the weather gets colder. The fries came with a side of ketchup and spicy mayo. Overall, one of my top favorite pochas to drink and eat food! Would definitely recommend it to everyone, and I will be coming again sometime soon!
Joyce L.
Place This place has a huge outdoor and indoor seating. They have such a vibe and set up table set up for beer pong lol. Service The service is great and they have fun deals. It varies of course. They are covid friendly. Food/price The food is pretty authentic and it hits the spot for certain foods. There's different stews and potato curly fries etc. they have different sojus, beer, and cocktails. Audience I went for a post wedding get together. They were able to cater and hold a place for the wedding group. Recommendation/tips I recommend this place and would come back.
Monnavi S.
Best happy hour I have ever had! I got the kimchi bulgogi fries, creamy onion chicken, and the cheese buldak with 2 soju bottles, plus one more free one for mentioning them on Instagram! This was more than enough for 3 people (we took the chicken home). Every dish was absolutely delicious but I will say it may be a little pricey for some, but you will never regret ordering anything off their menu. Another huge plus is the ambiance and decor. The neon lights and spacious seating arrangements are amazing. They also have a cute photo booth you can use to take pictures. Overall I would highly recommend and they can expect me to come back for more even if the drive is 30 minutes for me!
Jeryc M.
This place is nothing less than 5 stars! Every time I go to danbam pocha, I get something new with the same sides, and it has never disappointed! Service: when you walk in, you are greeted instantly by the hostess who will help service you to your table when it is ready! They also were very communicative and helpful, especially when it comes to questions about their menu items. Side note, the music here is so good! Food: I don't even know where to start. I highly recommend the spicy rice cakes with cheese, the cheese-corn, and the speciality dish Spicy Pork Stir Fry. Don't be intimidated by the spicy tag, as the food is the perfect amount of spice and sweetness, and very flavorful! I honestly can't get enough of this place, as I even tried their chicken and it was very delicious. I bet you can order anything and it will be very good. I will be returning to try to prove myself wrong. (I won't!) Another note is that the meals are family style! Be prepared to share as the meals are bigger. I would honestly pay more for this delicious food as the prices seem too good to be true when split with your friends or family! Thank you DanBam staff and chefs for the best meals and times of my life! I've had some very memorable nights here.
Su C.
It's always a sweet night when visiting this place. Good food, good drinks and photo booth too!! My favorite dishes are the mala dishes-- esp the chicken &scallion. Get this, but make sure to bring breath mints! My next fav dishes are the tangs-- I would say they're all good especially the spicy seafood stew. don't worry it's not that spicy... More like a mild spice with a nice red color. My least favorite was the clam stew with dough flakes mainly because they tasted Frozen /prepackaged... Just really dry and not chewy enough :( Anyway, don't forget about the drink combo specials.... because, after all, it is a pocha! The next time I go, I def need to try the desserts and the cheese corn... I've been too full to order these by the end of the night. Don't forget to take photos after! The cashier or waitress usually has change if you need-- just ask them
Lily T.
This place is kind of awesome! No complaints from me. I thought everything was perfect from the service to the food to the ambiance. We came on a random weekday night and this place had quiet a few tables already in their outside tent. Covid friendly but I wished the tables were spaced out even more. The ambiance was fun and lively and the music was great. They have several drink combos that definitely give you a bang for your bucks. We did the coors light and soju combo and that was so good. We only got to try the spicy cod fish soup and that was very delicious. The flavor was just right and gave you that spicy kick that you need. It went so well with the soju. The servers were also super attentive and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the night. I'll be back for sure!
Nasser Hassan
It Was a great experience. Delicious food. A great atmosphere. I recommend this restaurant to all my friends.
Susan L.
Came here after having a date with my girls. The ambience is just perfect and the servers were really nice~! The food was amazing 4.5/5; I love their spicy rice cakes and their budaejjigae was so good!! It hit the spot! Also their corn cheese was brilliant! Would love to get it again. Service; 4/5; Their service was really attentive and nice! They refilled our waters and checked up on us. Ambience; 5/5; The music was so hip and they have a wall just for a photo shoot! How brilliant ! Overall; 5/5; Would totally come back here again when I'm in the area and would try other things on the menu as well! Great job Itaewon Pocha!
Andy Delgado
This was my first time going here for my friends birthday and it was an amazing time. Just a wonderful and pleasant vibe as soon as you walk in. The music and atmosphere was so nice, but more importantly the service made you feel welcomed. The food was amazing and cheap for the portion sizes! Literally every plate, my friends and I couldn't get enough of! I will definitely be going back :]
Went there with my wife for dinner, recommend the mixed Sea food Udon & rice cake with sausage. Nice atmosphere, you can sit outside inthe tent or inside, there's a photo booth inside as well.
Michael Lee
This place is the go to. It has nice vibes, and really enjoyable food. The portions are decent and service is actually very good even when busy. Food and drinks take up a good amount of money but that's the standard at any pocha
Danie S.
Definitely worth the hype! The atmosphere and decor was so fun and kinda felt like I was in Korea again. Definitely a great place to come with a big group. We REALLY liked the flavor of the rosé spicy rice cake. It was a great combo of creamy and spicy. The spicy buldak was also a hit. I especially loved the cheese corn it comes with. We also got army stew since it's a classic with drinks. The peach rice wine was delicious and the blended fruit made it stay nice and fresh for longer. All in all, made for a great night of delicious food and fun drinks!! Felt like I was in the show Itaewon Class :)
Wen Na Z.
DanBam Pocha has satisfied my Itaewon Class dreams (just missing my very own Park Saeroyi). They offer a large selection on their menu and can accommodate large groups (ours had 14 people). One of my favorite dishes is their creamy onion chicken. Other recommendations include: spicy chicken with cheese, braised pork belly, and fish cake soup.
Karen L.
The food is decent. Nice vibe for a night out and hanging out with friends or date. The service was good too.
If I could leave no stars I would. My sister went with her girlfriend here tonight for their anniversary dinner. They were so excited to come here. When they returned, they were devastated. The staff here kept staring at them and made them feel extremely uncomfortable. They even lost their appetite and spent a pretty penny regardless. Was it a race thing? Or was it because they are a same sex couple? Shame on you for making people feel this way. I would stay away from this place unless you fit "their standard". What a waste.
Been here a couple of times with some friends to get a drink or some delicious Korean food. They have large indoor and outdoor seating arrangements. The place is nicely decorated and considered "hip" from its flashing lights and music choices! If you haven't, I would recommend watching "Itaewon" on Netflix, which is what this place is based on. I came on a Sunday night and it wasn't too busy, but on other weekends it can get pretty busy. The menu is a scannable QR code, and I believe if you post their location on your Instagram account and show it to them, you can get a free beer or soju - pretty good deal! We ordered the scallion chicken, army stew, and truffle fries. All portions are big and all this food was enough to feed 3-4 people. The chicken was crispy with a heaping pile of scallion and sauce drizzled on top. The army stew was brought out on a portable gas stove to keep the stew hot, which you can turn off and on at any point to reheat the stew. The stew had kimchi, sausage, tofu, spam, mushrooms, ramen, and it tasted comforting as the weather gets colder. The fries came with a side of ketchup and spicy mayo. Overall, one of my top favorite pochas to drink and eat food! Would definitely recommend it to everyone, and I will be coming again sometime soon!
Place This place has a huge outdoor and indoor seating. They have such a vibe and set up table set up for beer pong lol. Service The service is great and they have fun deals. It varies of course. They are covid friendly. Food/price The food is pretty authentic and it hits the spot for certain foods. There's different stews and potato curly fries etc. they have different sojus, beer, and cocktails. Audience I went for a post wedding get together. They were able to cater and hold a place for the wedding group. Recommendation/tips I recommend this place and would come back.
Best happy hour I have ever had! I got the kimchi bulgogi fries, creamy onion chicken, and the cheese buldak with 2 soju bottles, plus one more free one for mentioning them on Instagram! This was more than enough for 3 people (we took the chicken home). Every dish was absolutely delicious but I will say it may be a little pricey for some, but you will never regret ordering anything off their menu. Another huge plus is the ambiance and decor. The neon lights and spacious seating arrangements are amazing. They also have a cute photo booth you can use to take pictures. Overall I would highly recommend and they can expect me to come back for more even if the drive is 30 minutes for me!
This place is nothing less than 5 stars! Every time I go to danbam pocha, I get something new with the same sides, and it has never disappointed! Service: when you walk in, you are greeted instantly by the hostess who will help service you to your table when it is ready! They also were very communicative and helpful, especially when it comes to questions about their menu items. Side note, the music here is so good! Food: I don't even know where to start. I highly recommend the spicy rice cakes with cheese, the cheese-corn, and the speciality dish Spicy Pork Stir Fry. Don't be intimidated by the spicy tag, as the food is the perfect amount of spice and sweetness, and very flavorful! I honestly can't get enough of this place, as I even tried their chicken and it was very delicious. I bet you can order anything and it will be very good. I will be returning to try to prove myself wrong. (I won't!) Another note is that the meals are family style! Be prepared to share as the meals are bigger. I would honestly pay more for this delicious food as the prices seem too good to be true when split with your friends or family! Thank you DanBam staff and chefs for the best meals and times of my life! I've had some very memorable nights here.
It's always a sweet night when visiting this place. Good food, good drinks and photo booth too!! My favorite dishes are the mala dishes-- esp the chicken &scallion. Get this, but make sure to bring breath mints! My next fav dishes are the tangs-- I would say they're all good especially the spicy seafood stew. don't worry it's not that spicy... More like a mild spice with a nice red color. My least favorite was the clam stew with dough flakes mainly because they tasted Frozen /prepackaged... Just really dry and not chewy enough :( Anyway, don't forget about the drink combo specials.... because, after all, it is a pocha! The next time I go, I def need to try the desserts and the cheese corn... I've been too full to order these by the end of the night. Don't forget to take photos after! The cashier or waitress usually has change if you need-- just ask them
This place is kind of awesome! No complaints from me. I thought everything was perfect from the service to the food to the ambiance. We came on a random weekday night and this place had quiet a few tables already in their outside tent. Covid friendly but I wished the tables were spaced out even more. The ambiance was fun and lively and the music was great. They have several drink combos that definitely give you a bang for your bucks. We did the coors light and soju combo and that was so good. We only got to try the spicy cod fish soup and that was very delicious. The flavor was just right and gave you that spicy kick that you need. It went so well with the soju. The servers were also super attentive and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the night. I'll be back for sure!
It Was a great experience. Delicious food. A great atmosphere. I recommend this restaurant to all my friends.
Came here after having a date with my girls. The ambience is just perfect and the servers were really nice~! The food was amazing 4.5/5; I love their spicy rice cakes and their budaejjigae was so good!! It hit the spot! Also their corn cheese was brilliant! Would love to get it again. Service; 4/5; Their service was really attentive and nice! They refilled our waters and checked up on us. Ambience; 5/5; The music was so hip and they have a wall just for a photo shoot! How brilliant ! Overall; 5/5; Would totally come back here again when I'm in the area and would try other things on the menu as well! Great job Itaewon Pocha!
This was my first time going here for my friends birthday and it was an amazing time. Just a wonderful and pleasant vibe as soon as you walk in. The music and atmosphere was so nice, but more importantly the service made you feel welcomed. The food was amazing and cheap for the portion sizes! Literally every plate, my friends and I couldn't get enough of! I will definitely be going back :]
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Went there with my wife for dinner, recommend the mixed Sea food Udon & rice cake with sausage. Nice atmosphere, you can sit outside inthe tent or inside, there's a photo booth inside as well.
This place is the go to. It has nice vibes, and really enjoyable food. The portions are decent and service is actually very good even when busy. Food and drinks take up a good amount of money but that's the standard at any pocha
Definitely worth the hype! The atmosphere and decor was so fun and kinda felt like I was in Korea again. Definitely a great place to come with a big group. We REALLY liked the flavor of the rosé spicy rice cake. It was a great combo of creamy and spicy. The spicy buldak was also a hit. I especially loved the cheese corn it comes with. We also got army stew since it's a classic with drinks. The peach rice wine was delicious and the blended fruit made it stay nice and fresh for longer. All in all, made for a great night of delicious food and fun drinks!! Felt like I was in the show Itaewon Class :)
DanBam Pocha has satisfied my Itaewon Class dreams (just missing my very own Park Saeroyi). They offer a large selection on their menu and can accommodate large groups (ours had 14 people). One of my favorite dishes is their creamy onion chicken. Other recommendations include: spicy chicken with cheese, braised pork belly, and fish cake soup.
The food is decent. Nice vibe for a night out and hanging out with friends or date. The service was good too.