Review based on Seamless order. I opted for the Bulgogi Soondubu (Tofu Stew) because it was recommended on Seamless and I wanted something soup-y. I added in udon for an extra dollar bc why not? Some of the udon came in a separate container. Still not sure why they didn't just put all the udon in a different container so by the time it's delivered it's not smushy. Whatevs. The broth is oily but soup overall is not bad. I wish they added in more tofu though bc it is tofu stew. The tofu comes in huge chunks and the kimchi inside the stew is a bit bland and mushy. Overall not worth the $14.99 + but if you're totally whatevs on Korean food you'll probably like it. read more

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Came here about a year ago on a first date and had a great experience. Food was flavorful, service was attentive, and a BYOB... A homerun for me. Since this place is on the deeper side of Jersey City for me I finally made my way back in hopes of another great experience. This small home cooked meal vibe restaurant has lost its luster. Had a rice bowl and my steak was flavorless. Also had two appetizers; the dumplings were tasty, the wings were OK. Unfortunately would have to say that Bonchon chicken downtown has a more flavorful soy garlic wing than here. I guess I can say that the food is fairly priced but the lack of flavor and experience here is a disappointment. To top it all off every single table in this place is lopsided, I can barely enjoy my flavorless meal without having to balance my food on these tables. I really wish I could give this place a better review especially after my first experience here... I Don't know if I'd be back, but I really hope that this home style restaurant really finds a way back. read more

Our go to comfort Korean food spot. Great service. Great ambience and massive portions. What's there not to love!

Obsessed with this spot. I love Korean food and there's something about the kimchi they make that it's LEGIT the best I've ever had both here in the states and in Korea. Sometimes I'll just order the kimchi in a jar so I can snack on it for the next few days after. I usually order the spicy tofu soup and it's SO good. This spot is definitely in my top 5 for Korean restaurants and it saves me a trip to Manhattan. read more

What is this? I had very high hopes with this place but the service and food was not there for me as well as the other customers I was eating with at the time. PLEASE STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE UNLESS IT IS A LAST RESORT FOR KOREAN CUISINE. As an example, I walked in and was not greeted by anyone. When I reached the counter, the staff did not indicate when they were ready to take my order. This continued for about 5 minutes before they finished up the mobile orders. A simple, "I'll be with you soon," would have been nice. The bibimbap lacked any memorable flavors. Service: The disorganization in this restaurant was through the roof. While some people paid after having their meal, I paid before at the counter for some reason. All customers were anxiously waiting to be serviced, even going as far as needing to get up and line up at the counter to simply get utensils or sauces. Food: As stated previously, my rice bowl was not the best. It is essential to understand that if you are paying a more premium price of at least $$ on Google, you should at least get the quality you pay for. The only reason this review is 2 stars is because of the Gimbap, being an actual appetizing dish. read more

Very pleasant location near the brownstones in Jersey City. A sit in spot, you make your order at the front and they bring your food out. The cashier was very delightful :). I had Grandmas dumpling with beef and the Spicy pork dupbop over sticky rice. The dumplings were super tender. The spicy pork was very spicy, the portion size was small, next time I will get the Bibim Rice. They also give you complimentary kimchi. if you are new to Korean food or a veteran it's a quality place to eat. read more

Neither authentic Korean nor fusion. I am not sure what category this restaurant even falls under. I hope no one eats here and mistakenly believe this is what authentic Korean tastes like.. Authentic Korean food tastes much much better than the food served here. I ordered the seafood soondubu and the spicy pork shoulder dupbop. I am suspecting that the meat selections of the menu are better because it is harder for meat to taste bad. It is pretty spicy so be mindful. The seafood soondubu was the worst soondubu I've ever had.. I usually eat most of my food even if it doesn't meet my expectations but it tasted so bland and watered down that I literally couldn't eat more than two bites. It was basically red water with seafood inside. I was sad that the restaurant claimed to serve "authentic Korean" so that some may believe this is how authentic Korean actually taste. Relative to the quality, the food is pricy too. Pros? The staff was very friendly and the restaurant was cute. If you still decide to try this place out I suggest you pick from the meat selection. read more

Ahri's Kitchen - Spicy pork shoulder dupbap - Korean Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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Have been going to Ahri's Kitchen since it opened and still love it. Food is delicious and love trying out their seasonal dishes. It's a hidden gem in jersey city. read more

Ahri's Kitchen - Korean short ribs over rice and seafood fritters. Highly recommended! - Korean Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Have to say, we just moved to this neighborhood and were craving Korean food. Ahri's was fantastic. From their kimchi noodle soup (Kimchi dumplings were fantastic) to the pork shoulder to their kimchi fried rice ('made it for breakfast one more) everything was outstanding. Highly recommended!! read more

Loved this small cute humble hipster Korean joint serving homemade Korean. Tried their stews. Great customer service. Simple buy at cashier and sit down setting although slightly confusing with the tip situation. Food hit the spot. No fuss, not crowded if you're craving Korean near Newport. read more

Ahri's Kitchen - Galbitang and kimbab - Korean Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

This place used to be good & then something changed & the food went way downhill. My wife & I used to get the bibimbap regularly, it was good & had all the appropriate components (different pickled vegetables, kimchi, bulgogi, egg, etc). Then all of a sudden they decided to make their bibimbap with just some rice mixed with bulgogi & basically nothing else- totally ruining the dish & making it really basic, boring, bland & totally not worth the money. We subsequently stopped getting food from them. What happened to you Ahri? Get your kitchen together! read more

Ahri's Kitchen is excellent for take away. I love getting a bibimbap bowl on a cold night. My wife loves the kimchi stew. Portions are quite filling and always hit the spot! read more

Not worth a visit, at least not for japchae. Idk what that was. The place seemed like nobody really cared or knew what they were serving.

I went and got their chicken bibimbap with my friend who is Russian but she knows Korean food very well. We both agreed that the food was very unauthentic and bland. It is such a disappointment and waste of money to have spent it here. The service was not bad so I'll give stars there but the food looked like it was made for an airplane. I can make better food with 10 minutes of shopping at 99 ranch and following a youtube tutorial. read more

Great local restaurant. I now eat here or order to go regularly as a local. I've loved the tofu kimchi soup, Korean tacos, bibimbap and japchae and it's all been good. I seriously crave the tofu kimchi soup when I want something comforting and warm. The decor indoors is not the focus here, but I enjoy the seats in the windows facing the street. The staff is all really friendly and service was quick and attentive. read more

Food tasted old. Server forgot to put in our order and then asked us if we still wanted to put in order because they were closing. I wish we would've walked away in that instance instead of going through with order. read more

This place is good, BUT the grandma special pork dumpling says it has egg, tofu and vermacille. It doesn't have any of that. Just normal store bought pork dumplings. Super disappointed. read more

Ahri's Kitchen - Grandma's Special Pork Dumplings - Korean Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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This is how my Bulgogi Bibim Rice was when I opened my pick up. Mostly rice, Not much vegetables at all and why would they have this mixed? Worse than airplane food. Doubtful if it's owned by real Koreans. read more

Ahri's Kitchen - Bad Bulgogi Bibim Rice. Delivered mixed!! - Korean Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Generally the taste is good. It's the only place I can find for stone bowl rice. Generous portion even for mini size. The downside is there is no mini size at dinner. Besides, the apprtizer is so average. read more

Ahri's Kitchen - Korean Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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so good!! went here for a casual dinner w my boyfriend and his brother. we ended up getting a little bit of everything: bi bim bap with chicken - pretty solid. i was mostly into it for the kimchi kimchi fries - delicious. i was also there mostly for the kimchi corn dog - still unsure of the filling. i think mozzarella? which sounds odd in a corn dog with a sugar coating...but it was delicious veggie dumplings - get these!!!!! spicy tuna roll - possibly my favorite item japchae - get this for reallllllll. do not skip kimchi - the best part of the meal. best i've ever had. just get it. feed your taste buds and your gut bugs. yay microbiome health. diet coke - hits different here. bring your own lemon slice read more

Loved it, I've been craving kimbap for so long and ate it there for the first time I really enjoyed everything thing we ate I live in Boston but defense going back to NJ Ahri's food read more

Mighty fine Korean cuisine from a quaint storefront near Hamilton Park. I took a brisk walk up to the park on a warm late May evening and walked away with a spicy tuna roll and a container of spicy pork shoulder. The portions are big and the flavours authentic. That tuna roll was a nine-piece log of nori wrapped around shredded spicy tuna with perilla leaf and...some kind of squash? It was tasty and satisfying. The pork shoulder, marinated in soy, sesame, and chili was served over sticky rice with cabbage, scallion, and a few other veggies. While the meat was tender and the rice well cooked, the dish seemed a bit muted and could've benefited from a bit more chili. All in all, a very welcome addition to the neighborhood and arguably the only 'traditional' Korean joint downtown (to take nothing away from Kraverie or Bon Chon) read more

As a resident of Jersey City and lover of all Asian cuisines, I was delighted to hear that Ahri's Kitchen had opened up in the Hamilton Park area earlier this year. The restaurant is family owned and operated, and aptly named after the couple's daughter; after moving to Jersey City from Manhattan, the dearth of good Korean restaurants in the neighborhood spurred owners (Aena and Andrew) to launch a venture of their own. The restaurant is simple and welcoming, with a bright, well-windowed interior that consists mostly of two tops and a few four-tops that are better suited for families. Orders are taken at the counter, which is also where their menu is printed against the back wall. You'll find an array of comforting and well-known Korean dishes, spanning a handful of appetizers, kimbap (rice rolls), bimbimbap (rice bowls), jigaes (stews), and noodles. My friends and I took a few minutes to decide on our orders, but our server was helpful in clarifying some of the dishes. We started with the "Seafood Fritters", which is better known as the Haemul Pajeon - a crisp pancake-like appetizer that's cooked with various vegetables and seafood. Ahri's was filled with scallions, carrots, calamari, and mussels and although the portion was on the smaller side, it was well seasoned, crispy, and not overly greasy. Take advantage of the vinegar dipping sauce on the side as the acidity cuts through the slight oiliness of the pajeon without being too overpowering. My main dish was the Spicy Pork Shoulder Rice Bowl, or Jeyuk Dubap. It's a dish that consists of stir-fried pork shoulder cooked with various vegetables, including chili peppers, carrots, cabbage, and onion, in a slightly sweet chili pepper sauce known as Gochujang over a helping of sticky rice. I have to say that this dish disappointed me as the sauce was too cloying and sweet for my tastes, and the ratio of it to the rice was far too generous to the former. I missed the punch of spice that's often present in many Korean dishes as well, and while the ingredients used were well-cooked and fresh, the taste of it was lost in the copious and heavy sauce. I'd certainly give Ahri's Kitchen another chance as it isn't entirely fair to give a final judgement to a venue based on one lone experience... But for the time being, I'll make my way to Manhattan's K-town for my Korean fix. read more

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Cool beans. Now I no longer have to go all the way to K-town if I have a desperate craving Korean. They do charge the same price as in KTown with smaller portion sizes and no banchan, but the flavors were great. And it's better to eat smaller portions anyways right? We ordered a Bulgolgi Bibimbap (actually a bit cheaper than KTown), which came in a sizzling stone bowl. Tastes like a bibimbap should. No complaints at all. I loved the Seafood Spicy Tofu Stew and it came with a huge bowl of rice. Not that much tofu, but there was a decent amount of seafood. They give you a little cup of kimchi but you can take more from the stack next to the fridge. There's also chilled water should you get thirsty. Don't forget to tip if you eat at the restaurant! You order at the front, sit down, and they bring you the food. Ordering at front almost through me off, but we remembered to leave the tip on the table. I never had Korean home cooking before, but I imagine it would taste like this. read more

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Not bad for fast food Korean in Jersey City but I think it could be better. They offer standard Korean items like BiBimBap, SoonDoBoo, Grilled Short Ribs, but the flavor did not meet my expectations for what traditional Korean food tastes like. I know this is supposed to be like Korean home cooking, but I've had that before too and it's also been quite flavorful. I am also a bit miffed that they don't serve better kimchee and also introduce the idea of some banchan. ( little side dishes to whet the appetite ) At this point, I don't think I'd go back only because it's a bit out of the way and I'd rather spent an extra 10 minutes on the PATH and go to Ktown. I really, really want there to be great Korean in JC. So if the menu changes or if I just came on an off day, please let me know because I'm open to changing my mind if the food lives up to expectation. read more

*tofu soup (meh, I was expecting the soup to be thicker but it was relatively thin and not much flavor in it; there is loads of tofu so that won't disappoint you haha) *short ribs over rice (went on a Wednesday for the short rib special and the meat was pretty good!! didn't disappoint but it was funny how they cut the meat into two distinct pieces: either only meat or only the bone. I thought that was weird because the bone had nothing on it execpt for some tendon) *bulgogi bibim (nothing special or memorable. would recommend the short rib over this definitely) Cute little spot. Very casual and quiet. I think it's great to have a place like this in JC, considering there's mainly Japanese or Chinese places in this area. Not sure if I'd come back but can see why people would. read more

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Ahri's is a great little addition to the Hamilton Park area of Downtown JC. It's a cozy little spot that oozes the local vibe in the best way. It's delicious Korean that is also BYOB. They have few drinks you can purchase and tap water that is self serve. The menu is simple with a few choices where it will only take a few extra minutes to deliberate over what choose - but if you are undecided the staff there can lead you down the right path. We've had sit down and take out and the wait is never too long - but the wait for the amazing fresh - made to order food is worth it. The Bibimbap is amazing and the pork shoulder .... and the kimchi fried rice. With most items you get extra sides of kimchi - but make sure to ask for some just in case - it's so good. Ahri's is only getting 4 stars because I've only sampled a few items on the menu - but imagine it's all five star quality. read more

I ordered through GrubHub tofu bibim rice but it was filled with meat so then I reordered again and the items never arrived. I then tried calling the restaurant since it was delivered by them and they were very unfriendly and rude, they kept saying it was complete and when I asked who delivered it and whether they dropped it off at another building they just stayed silent with no response or help. Would not recommend ordering delivery from here or expecting help from staff. read more

Small but charming little restaurant in JC. Came here for dinner and ordered the bulgogi bibimbap, tofu bibimbap and spicy pork kimbap. Food wasn't bad for JC. Seems like most of their business involves take out orders. Staff was nice but the food isn't anything worth raving over. read more

Definitely a welcome addition to downtown JC. People at the restaurant are very friendly and traditional Korean fare was virtually nonexistent in the area before Ahri's Kitchen arrived last year. With that, expect to see many of the staples of Korean food - bibimbap, bulgogi, soondooboo, etc. The food is executed well and is what you would hope for in terms of Korean food. The main reason that keeps us from going back often is that the prices are a bit high for what you get. If the entrees were priced maybe $2-3 less I think we would be regulars. Or, alternatively, a refrigerated section with little snacks and prepared foods (similar to Woorijip in Ktown in the city) would be great to have. The food is what you'd want out of a standard Korean joint, but I think some tweaks to the convenience and/or pricing would go a long way. read more

Ahri's Kitchen - Korean Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Come eat here! Unless you hate hefty portions of delicious, fresh ingredients combined in a savory, authentically Korean meal. Then no, you should go away. I've only come here once but was pleasantly surprised by how excellent the food was. As the only outpost of pure Korean food in the area (i.e., not fusion), Ahri's Kitchen could get away with serving less than spectacular food. Luckily it looks like they take pride in the dishes they serve. Will be back and will take advantage of their delivery service! read more

Ahri's Kitchen - Yummy, fresh, generous portion of bulgogi bibimbap. - Korean Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

I had a sample of Ahri's during the Jersey City winter market. Even in the pouring rain we went both days for the bulgogi. Flash forward like 6 months they have finally had the storefront all set up. Their menu is small but inclusive including a few appetizers, some rice rolls and a mixture of rice and noodle dishes. They sell canned sodas and bottled water and are still BYOB... but no tap water?! Im not sure about that one. I was over the moon when I saw that they had grilled beef short ribs served on rice. A bit pricey at $18 but it was sure a healthy portion, you get about 3 meaty short ribs that they have generously cut up for you. The meat was seasoned well and grilled to perfection. Not gonna lie I may be drooling just a bit as I am typing this up. If you have not tried the cold mustard noodle, then you are missing out on life. It is a buckwheat noodle dish submerged in a cold sweet beef broth with a slight tartness topped with freshly sliced cucumbers and carrots topped off with an egg and a bit of mustard. There are a lot of different textures going on in the dish and the cold noodles does a great job of maintaining them for the life of the dish. Not being a mustard fan myself I found the mustard a bit overpowering, I will make sure to ask for it on the side next time. While their rice rolls sound like a great idea, I was bit disappointed with the marinated sirloin rice roll. Think sushi but with marinated beef and assorted vegetables. Again, concept is great but the meat tasted a bit dry and lacking of flavor causing the entire bit to just taste off. Something that is missing at Ahri's is the generous variety of side dishes, but understanding it is a smaller family run restaurant they do compensate with a small portion of kimchee and soup with every meal. Staff here is great and they are always willing to answer questions and provide their personal recommendations. And a small bonus for everyone who has dietary restrictions, they clearly indicate gluten free items on their menu. read more

Ahri's Kitchen - cold mustard noodle. - Korean Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Came here yesterday with my boyfriend. It was so easy to walk there from Newport mall! Service: it was self serve, had to go up to the cashier and order. She was very friendly and sweet! Place: nothing fancy but I liked the simplicity of the place. It was comfortable and quiet which allowed me to talk to my boyfriend and focus on my dish. There are 2 group tables, four couple tables, and 4 single window seats. The place filled up super fast! Food: I couldn't help but try the pork shoulder bowl as all the yelpers are raving about it. My boyfriend ordered the kimchi tofu stew. We also got an order of the kimchi fritters. I got to taste everything because me and my boyfriend ate half of each other's meals. The pork shoulder was so full of flavor and definitely comparable to koreantown's bbq! The stew was alright. It was my boyfriends favorite but I personally enjoyed the pork shoulder more. The stew Had a ton of seafood in it and the broth was hardly spicy. Luckily, the place provides us with extra kimchi when we want it so I threw in two containers of the kimchi and the broth was perfect! The kimchi fritters were amazing and the sauce was mouth wateringly phenomenal! Went so well with the crispy fritters! All in all I am so glad this traditional Korean place opened up in the neighborhood and I'm excited to come back to try the bibimbap and bulgoki! Probably won't try the stew again as it didn't compare to the flavorful Korean town. I also am saddened that the meals don't come with the traditional side dishes but I am happy that I have a place to go to when I don't feel like taking the path across the river! If you love Korean food and want a place other to go then the French fusion place called kraverie just a few blocks over.. Then definitely get over here! Will be back soon! read more

Ahri's Kitchen - Seafood/kimchi stew! Add in some extra kimchi in there to really get the traditional taste! - Korean Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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I'm not sure about this place yet. The space is fairly small and dainty. It's byob, so it's helpful there's a liquor store a block away. There are little containers of kimchi on the self serve station along with cold and hot water. The kimchi is yummy, and there is a sign that says to help yourself! Also, there was oodles of to-go orders getting assembled - definitely a ton more to go than dine in, which, again, is good since the space is small and can only probably sit 16 people total. We ordered a spicy pork roll, chicken thigh rice dish, and seafood tofu soup. Spicy pork roll was okay, but there was barely any pork in it - mostly rice and veggies. The dipping sauce that they serve on the side was a great pairing though. Chicken thigh rice dish was pretty good. There were big chunks of chicken that were really flavorful and there were a good amount of veggies added in as well. However, I wish there was some type of sauce in this dish. Seafood tofu soup - The soup was served steaming hot in a standard clay pot.... Almost too hot to eat! There was soft tofu in the soup, not the standard silken tofu that I've come to expect, but that wasn't that big a deal to me. I was more caught off guard by the seafood that likely came from a frozen mix. Also, the soup itself was kind of oily and not as thick as I like it. There was a strong flavor though, and the spice kept hitting the back of my throat! read more

Cute little spot in Jersey City. Chill atmosphere with many seating options and friendly service. The food came out fast and my family and I decided to get a little bit of everything. The Korean wings and the dumplings were very flavor. We also got the glass noodles, spicy tuna rolls and bulgogi rolls. Everything was decently priced and I would recommend ordering a variety of things and sharing with everyone, they are perfectly sized for sharing and everything tasted good. I would recommend this for anyone just looking for a quick meal or a quick little snack to share with friends. read more

Ahri's Kitchen - Bulgogi Roll - Korean Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Amazing Korean food! Cozy up in this small establishment with flavors to entertain your taste buds. Simple menu but very delicious: I ordered the marinated ribeye over rice and seafood fritter. I will definitely go here again. read more

Ahri's Kitchen - Bulgogi - Korean Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

So this is definitely a nice comfy little spot to grab a quick bite solo or even with a date. Nicely renovated. I personally just ordered the bulgogi marinated short rib bibim rice bowl to go. Pros: *Service was very fast (finished in 5 minutes) and lady who took my order very polite. *flavor of the bowl was definitely there and tasted good Cons: *barely any short rib meat in the bowl at all!! It was mainly rice with some veggies and tiny samples of tasty meat. More meat would have gotten this place at least a 4th star *price is a bit more expensive then the bowl is worth. (About $13 including tax) Might still come back to try some other items on the menu and see how it is. read more

Ordered delivery on a Friday night, and the food came an hour and half later. I called 45 min after placing the order, they assured me that it is on the way, and will be there soon. However, "soon" meant another 45 minutes. By the time the food finally arrived, they were cold. I understand that it was a Friday night, which is a busy night, but just be honest about the delay and give a more accurate estimate. On top of the frustratingly late delivery, the food was just average. We ordered: Grilled Beef Short Rib - it was good, but the portion was small and not worth the $18 price. Bibim Rice with Pork - the pork was average and I wish there were more vegetable in the dish. A side of Bulgogi - pleasantly surprised by how big the side portion is, it looks like a full serving size, which is a pretty good value. In my opinion, I think Kraverie is a much better choice for Korean food in Jersey City as it is more tasty and cheaper. read more

Fast food Korean joint near Hamilton Park?! Woo hoo! Love to see all the diversification manifested through food in downtown JC. If you are looking for some quick and simple Korean food, Ahri's Kitchen is the (only) place to be. I did not find the quality of the seafood pancake/fritters to be as good as other restaurants in K-town neighborhoods like Fort Lee, Palisade Park, or NYC's K-town. The interior is small with about 7 or 8 tables and some window seatings. The service is extremely friendly. You place and pick up your order at the cashier, exactly like a food court. Bottom line: I would come back to satiate my Korean food craving if I was too lazy to drive to Bergen County or into the city. read more

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True to authentic Korean flavors with fresh ingredients. Must Try's: -BULGOGI (marinated beef) BIBIM RICE - definitely get it in a hot stone pot! -JAPCHAE - clear noodles stir fried with veggies & meat... perfect for a light and healthy meal I'm also curious to try their BONE IN SHORT RIB SOUP & BULGOGI ROLLS. It's a cute little place and very casual atmosphere so I prefer if for lunch over a proper sit down dinner. They also delivery thru many popular delivery apps like FastBoy and GrubHub. read more

Ahri's Kitchen - BULGOGI BIBIM RICE $12 - Korean Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey