Woww, this is probably the best Korean food I have ever eaten. I started with the crab Rangoon. Perfect flavor, temperature, crisp, and amount of filling. The seafood pancake was great and the sauce made it even better. It included a variety of seafood, I wish I could have chosen which seafood to include/exclude. It felt like they tried to put too much into the pancake. They also started with an appetizer that was included- corn/kimchi/sweet fish cake/potatoes. Very tasty and prepared my palate for the main course. I ordered the bibimpap, it had the perfect balance of veggies and they included a nice size portion of bulgogi. The rice was a little hard for my liking because it kept cooking, but I know sometimes people like the rice crunchy. The red sauce added a nice spicy kick to the meal. I can't wait to go back so I try even more things on the menu!!! read more

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Came here recently for lunch and had a great time! First, parking was easy, as there were a bunch of spots right outside. We were seated immediately but we came right after they opened, so I'm not sure what it'd look like during peak hours. Our server did an excellent job throughout the meal. I ordered bulgogi and my wife got the soon tofu (with seafood - mussels and shrimps - added). Before our entrees arrived, we received a few side dishes, which were all delicious! Kimchi, mashed potatoes, some chicken dish, and then a corn dish with cheese. The kimchi in particular tasted very high quality. Soon after, we received our entrees and dug in. My bulgogi was very tasty! It wasn't the cheapest lunch at $21, but the portion size was generous and I brought some home :) My wife's soup was very tasty as well, and the restaurant was attentive to her concerns about spiciness (she is not a fan of spicy food). Overall, I had a great time at Ajumma and will definitely be back! read more

This Korean spot was a great find, the food was authentic and well-seasoned. Service was friendly and attentive. It was very cute when the staff offered my fiance an apron for his spicy soup since he had on a white shirt. The kimbap was excellent--fresh and flavorful. I ordered the sagol kalguksu, and it truly hit the spot. The broth was rich, milky, and packed with deep beef flavor--super comforting. The noodles had a great texture, and the beef pieces were tender and satisfying. They also accidentally brought out a dumpling version, so I ended up with an extra entrée--no complaints there. Their mandu was one of the best I've tried--interestingly shaped in a rectangular form rather than the typical style, with a great bite and flavorful filling. read more

Ajumma serves up some amazing Korean food in the area with reasonable prices and large portions! To start, they serve up a variety of banchan (side dishes) along with a platter of corn cheese! I'm a huge fan of corn cheese and this is a dish that Korean restaurants typically don't serve as part of their banchan, so I was pleasantly surprised :) For our order, we got the spam kimbap, jajangmyeon, and bulgogi (with side of rice). We were very impressed by the portion sizes for everything, especially the amount of noodles in the jajangmyeon dish. Plus, all of the food was delicious and very authentic in terms of flavor. We ended up taking some of the kimbap to go because we were stuffed, and they held up nicely as a quick snack later in the day! read more

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Had heard great things about Ajumma so added to our list and finally went. What a great surprise! It's a cute restaurant that will fill up very quickly with a staff that is very pleasant and attentive. The food was on point and full of flavor. We were pleasantly surprised when our waitress came out with some starters that are standard for every table. A great start to the meal! I had the spicy pork bulgogi, my husband had the dumpling soup and then our son had the fried chicken. We also ordered the kimchi pancake- which I am not a huge kimchi fan but it was quite good. All of our meals were great and we had a lot of sharing at the table as well- everything was delicious. The amount of food in general was more than we could finish so we brought some back. We agreed that we will be back! read more

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It was my first time trying Ajumma this week. I've heard from many people that this is their favorite Korean restaurant so I had to try it. The attentive service, complimentary side dishes, and interior of the restaurant made the experience very enjoyable. The kitchen was slightly backed up because of the number of orders, so we received our seafood pancake after we finished the rest of our food. I would've loved if it could have all came out at the same time. Other than that, the other food came out in a timely manner. The flavor of all the dishes was just right! Of all the places I've been to in the Triangle for Korean food, this was the most pleasant sit down experience. I do think it is more pricey for the quantity being served, but if you're craving Korean food and want a treat this is the place to go! read more

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We stopped here for an impromptu dinner, and it was such a delightful surprise. We have not come across many authentic Korean establishments. The portion sizes were generous, and the pricing was reasonable. All of our dishes were made with care. Our favorite was the bimbambop which had perfectly crispy rice. And I really enjoyed my Melonia drink. We wish they had regular kimchi pancake, although the shrimp one was delicious. It was very difficult to eat and falling apart. Visit with time as there is often wait times and as soon as you enter, make sure to put your name on the waitlist. The food was delicious and definitely worth the wait. The ambience was cozy and well lit inside, although there was many tables it did not feel overcrowded, and it was a lovely setting to have our meal read more

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Came around dinner time and waited about 10-15 minutes before we were seated, which wasn't bad for the evening rush. Seems like this place is newly open, I like the wall arts picture of Korean dishes. The place was a little crowded but plenty of room to sit. Our server was attentive and ready to take our order quickly. She recommended the new spicy pork lettuce wrap, and it was really good, flavorful and satisfying. The seafood pancake was delicious and definitely our favorite, crispy on the outside and packed with seafood. Our meal also came with some banchan samples like kimchi, surprisingly enjoyed the corn cheese, which were a nice touch and tasted fresh. Overall, a solid dinner spot with good flavors and friendly service. Would definitely come back to try more dishes. read more

Great spot! Came on a Thurs night about 6:45 and we were fortunate to get seated right away. Shortly after we arrived, all the tables were full and people were waiting for a table. The menu was so attaractive - I had trouble deciding what to order. We started with Classic Bimbap ($10) and it was a good choice. We both ordered Bulgogi Dolsot Bibimbap ($18) and really enjoyed it! Service was very good. Wish this place was in Charlotte! read more

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This is a cute place with a cozy atmosphere. The menu isn't very large, and the alcoholic beverages take up more pages than the food. The service was amazing - just the perfect touch. We were seated at 5:30, and by 6:00, the place was packed. The food was decent, though nothing really stood out. read more

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This is the most authentic traditional Korean restaurant in the area. Cozy and the food is delicious. I loved my sizzling Dolsot Bibimbap (mixed meat and vegetables over rice with spicy gochujang) The hubs loved his noodle soup and my son ordered the Beef Bulgogi which was honestly, the best I've seen. My son enjoyed it and took half of it home. The staff was so nice and very welcoming. Looks like the regulars know just how good this place is. Absolutely coming back! read more

Ajumma Korean - The most sizzling Dolsot Bibim I've ever had! Yum! - Korean Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

I was recently recommended by a friend to try this place out, and I was glad I followed the rec :) My sister and I came for dinner on a Tuesday night, and it was more crowded than I expected. Staffs were friendly, but the service could have been better - We were not attended to throughout the dinner, which was quite disappointing. No refills on side dishes and water (we finished the water pitcher already), and no one stopped by to check in on us. Side dishes were amazing. We actually finished them before the main dishes were served. Oh, how I wish they were refilled for our main entrees. I'm a sucker for Donkatsu, so I ordered that, whereas my sister ordered Dak Kalguksu. Between the two dishes, you should order Dak Kalguksu 10/10. Both the flavor and the portion size were amazing, and Donkatsu was just good - Nothing much stood out. She even took the leftover broth home so she can continue to enjoy Dak Kalguksu. The menu is pretty small, so I'd love to challenge myself to try every single dishes one day. I will be sure to come back for more Korean food! read more

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Fabulous spot! We went here for my sister in laws birthday and it was a great experience. The food was amazing. I had the bulgogi and I'm glad the portion was large enough for leftovers. I was very pleased come lunchtime the next day. Everyone else in our party loved their food too! Along with the cozy atmosphere and attentive waitstaff, I'd say this place was a winner. We've eaten here since and will definitely be back again! read more

Ajumma Korean - Bulgogi - Korean Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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We were looking for an early Sunday dinner with a friend who insisted on finding a spot with at least 4.5 stars -- not the easiest task. We ended up at Ajumma, and it absolutely lived up to the rating! We were seated right away and ordered several dishes to share: the katsu, dumpling soup, seafood pancake, and kimchi fried rice. Everything was delicious, generously portioned, and perfect for sharing. We left with plenty of leftovers and zero complaints. By the time we left, it was packed, so it's clear this is a popular spot! The service was friendly and attentive, and it's clear the staff takes pride in making sure guests have a great experience. We'll definitely be back and will be recommending Ajumma to friends and family visiting the area! read more

Ajumma Korean - Cheese corn and other ban Chan appetizers - Korean Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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This is a local Korean family owned restaurant in Cary. There is plenty of space for parking in front and behind the restaurant. My friends and I visited here on a Friday night so there was about a 20 minute wait but we were quickly seated as soon as our name was called. We ordered the following: Budae Jigae This is such a perfect dish to get when the weather is cold outside and you're craving something hot and spicy. The beef broth was very flavorful and had a variety of toppings (veggies, protein, carbs, etc). I wish there was a little bit more ramyun noodles but it's still a great choice for a shareable dish! Bulgogi The beef was sweet, savory, and delicious! This was the perfect way to get more protein in and pairs perfectly with rice and the banchan (side dishes) Speaking of banchan, everything tasted fresh and tasty. The cheese corn, kimchi, fish cakes, and veggies were all fantastic. Aside from the delicious food, the workers here were all very welcoming and kind. I even got to speak with the owner here and she was lovely. You can tell how much love and care they put into their service and food. If you're looking for a spot to indulge in good Korean food, Ajumma is the place to go! read more

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I tried Ajumma in Cary for the first time and it was SO good. The menu is selective but everything tasted authentic. Apparently the couple running the place ran a Korean restaurant in California for 20 years. The service was amazing and the aunties were so warm and friendly. I went on a Friday and it was packed. I've heard they've been getting really busy so I definitely recommend arriving early. It's a smaller space so there may be a wait but it's worth it. read more

Ajumma Korean - Korean Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

The service was very nice but the food was a bit hit and miss. If a Korean restaurant tells me a dish is going to be spicy, I expect it to be spicy. The restaurant feels a bit small/crowded but they have some cute decorations. Dalsot Bibimbap with Bulgogi: This was served in a hot stone dish which was fun because it stayed warm/hot the whole time I ate it. Some of the rice became scorched which added a fun texture. I also loved that the sauce came on the side so you could add as muhc or a little as you wanted. The egg was a bit smaller than I would have liked. Spicy Mandu: not very spicy but they were decent and I loved the sauce they came with. Dak Gaejang Kalkuksu: Honestly, this dish was pretty boring. Not very spicy at all and it really lacked flavor/seasoning. read more

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I thoroughly enjoyed my meal, dining experience, and service. Staff were friendly, and the ambience was calming. I did not have a long wait time for my food. I ordered the spicy pork to go. I ordered crab Rangoons, spring rolls, and bulgogi. What a treat! The food was still delicious are reheating it for lunch the next day. I'm a fan! read more

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Amazing Food, Pricing , service and environment. Being new in the Cary area I decided to look something close by to me at the moment. Let me tell you ive already been here 4 times in less than a month. Sonny is one of my favorite servers. She told me this restaurant has the same management as my other favorite korean spot in wake forest. Flavor is authentic and servers constantly check up to see how everything is going. I recommend the Bulgogi and the crabmeat rangoon read more

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I went to Ajumma on a Saturday night with a couple friends. It was super busy, but we were seated right away. Service was pretty slow though--it took about 30 minutes before anyone came by to take our order. The staff seemed slammed with both dine-in and takeout orders, so it looked like they were doing their best. Once we ordered, the food came out fairly quickly. We shared the kimchi pancake, which was really crispy and had great flavor. I got the jajangmyeon for my main dish--huge portion with a savory black bean sauce and chewy noodles. I'd definitely come back to try more of the menu, but probably not during peak hours. The food felt like a home-cooked meal and was worth the visit! read more

Ajumma Korean - Kimchi Pancacke - Korean Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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The food was amazing! We had great service, too! We would definitely come back on our next visit to Raleigh! Definitely recommend!

Really good Korean food. Clean environment. Menus need photos. Non-Koreans and people unfamiliar with Korean food will struggle to understand the menu. read more

Ajumma Korean is in a plaza square, and had sufficient parking. We came around 5pm and were seated immediately. The interior is modern and simple, and with the KPOP music playing in the background, this place was comfortable and felt homey. Within 5 minutes we were given the pitcher of water and the steel cups (which felt so traditional, I loved it!). Shortly after ordering, our food came out within 15 minutes. Our ajumma server was very friendly and even assisted with cooking our jjigae and serving it to us in individual bowls. She told us the owner grows her own food from her farm for the restaurant! Local farm to table! I will note that the servers were eager to ensure we had everything we needed, and came by the table every 2-3 minutes. With the place being so small, we could easily have shot a glance at a server to ask for what we needed. Just give us a bit more time to eat, yeah? :p We ordered the budae jjigae (medium size, feeds 2 people) and the korean fried chicken in the ajumma and traditional sauces (8 pieces). The ajumma sauce tasted like soy garlic plus yum yum sauce. The traditional sauce tasted like gochujang mixed with a not-too-sweet BBQ sauce. The fried chicken did not come in the traditional bone-in wing/drumstick style, but it came in cut pieces, almost like boneless wings or chicken tenders. They came with plenty of pickled radish. The complimentary panchan included the corn cheese, and it came out sizzling on a hot plate. The other panchan was odang/fish cakes, pickled perilla, cabbage and radish kimchi, and fresh bean sprouts. All of the panchan tasted freshly made (and the ajumma server confirmed they were made that same morning). I cannot wait to go back to try a roll of kimbap! 8.5/10 - Great location, delicious food, and great spot to catch up with friends/family! read more

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Lovely lunch here! I met a friend and we had to wait a few minutes- it's a fairly small place and there seemed to be only one server. She was doing a wonderful job- very attentive, helpful and friendly. I wanted to try everything! I felt the bibimbap would allow me to try the bulgogi as well as the vegetables and sauce. I was happy I chose it! Prepared beautifully, served in a hot bowl, it was a wonderful and satisfying lunch. The little appetizers were also delightful! I'd come back here in a heartbeat if ever in the area again. read more

Ajumma Korean - Bibimbap - Korean Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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My partner and I strolled in around 4 pm on a Sunday afternoon. About half of the tables were full, but our servers gave us great attention. It was interesting that all of the servers took care of all of the tables. It made us feel very well taken care of and like family. We told our server that it was our first time visiting Ajumma and she brought out an iPad with pictures of every single item on the menu and walked us through each one, describing them as we went. The food was phenomenal and we had plenty of leftovers for the next day. We ordered the Dolsot Bibimbap, Japchae, and Wings with the House sauce. This restaurant teeters between casual and more formal, making it a great spot for a business meal, a quick lunch, or a first date. We will be back!! read more

Ajumma Korean - Bulgogi Dolsot Bibimbap - Korean Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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If I could give it 6 stars I totally would! Found this place for a quick bite while working in the area and practically needed a nap after this meal. Portions are huge and the food is incredible delicious! Authentic Korean food with great, attentive service. I can see why this is so highly rated. I went for a Katsu Pork that could've fed a family! My colleagues went for Dolsot Bibimbap, and Dak Gaejang Kalkuksu. We also shared a Spam Kimbap for the table. Zero complaints and, despite the size, clean plates in the end! This place will have a permanent spot on my rotation for places to visit while in the area. Please go support them! read more

If I could come back here every week, I would. This place is amazing. The staff is so kind and feels like family. The food is SO delicious and the rotating bonchon makes my entire life. read more

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Ajumma is an assuming place with fantastic food and service. The menu is small and well executed. The staff is so friendly it'll make you want to keep coming back. We had the spicy pork saam and kimchi Soondubu and both were excellent. The kimbap was fresh and so good along with the Japchae which was on point. Remember to tell them your spice level. This is definitely the go to Korean place. read more

I came here with a friend on a Monday night and was surprised that this quiet restaurant had quite a few customers already! We were still seated quickly and ordered 2 kimbaps (bulgogi and cheese), rabokki, a 4 piece order of the Korean fried chicken with their house sauce, and budae jjiggae. Everything was good, but the standout was in their service that really blew me away! I am allergic to pork, but they were able to boil the meat on the side for my friend and serve me my portion first before adding in the pork protein into the budae jjigae for her. They also gave us aprons to make sure we don't get sauce on our clothes, and also made such nice conversation with us. It was such a friendly atmosphere! Food wise I really liked the house sauce on the Korean fried chicken, and would definitely get the rabokki and kimbap to dip I to the rabokki sauce again. They also had corn cheese as a side dish which was great! Highly recommended for yummy food and amazing service! read more

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I had really high expectations for this place because of the reviews, but to me, it was just ok. It wasn't anything special, it was good, but nothing crazy. They also didn't have many banchan to my disappointment. I'd say overall, it was fine, the service were all super friendly, but I probably wouldn't come again for the price. read more

Ajumma Korean - Storefront - Korean Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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Came in for a quick meal and was immediately met with friendly, welcoming service. Ambience was straightforward -- clean, cozy, roomy. Food came out quickly. I got the Dakgaejang, which was good -- a solid 3.5. Flavor was there, but not something I'd go out of my way for again. That said, the overall experience was strong enough that I'm definitely coming back to try some other dishes. read more

Ajumma Korean - Dakgaejang - Korean Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

They don't carry variety of food but deliver their food well. Except the Zhajiangmian and the noodle was too soft without the chewy texture. The service was good, too. Ambiance was nice. read more

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WOW!!! When I tell you this place is amazing, believe it! We were a party of 5 adults and I ordered 2 Katsu plates, a bulgogi fries plate, a japchae plate, bulgogi plate, spicy pork plate, kimchi fried rice and sweet tea. Everything came out to $190 and that included a 20% tip. The flavors were so authentic and the service was swift. For around $40/person we will definitely be returning over and over when looking for a place to celebrate. I found my new favorite restaurant. read more

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Makes me wish yelp had a 6 star option! We ordered a few things and kimchi and spicy pork bulgogi are the best I've ever had anywhere. Absolutely amazing. I'll be back ordering the rest of the menu asap. read more

It's is so cute in there. It has a very cozy vibe and it's great if want to go somewhere casual but still eat great food. The bulgogi is was amazing and it tasted like heaven. The servers were all so sweet and kind and the food came out very quickly. I would definitely come back again in the future. read more

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The food was delicious we order several items. Korean fried chicken was excellent as was the Bulgogi. The service received was very attentive. Save room for dessert the chocolate brown was delicious. read more

This place is so so sooooooo good!! The food was absolutely amazing, and the service was even better! I came here because I wanted Bibimpbap for my birthday, but I was quickly won over the by the idea of their Budae Jjigae. This was sooo delicious and awesome to share. They even helped prepped the food for you! My boyfriend has the Korean fried chicken which was very very delicious and crunchy. Chloe and Sunny were an absolute delight to talk to. I mentioned it was my birthday as I was about to pay for the food and they actually came out with a little birthday desert! I also made a reservation, but I didn't really need one because there wasn't many people at 4PM on a Wednesday! Overall, I am so pleased with my experience. Definitely come here if you want authentic, amazing Korean food. read more

Ajumma Korean - Birthday dessert - Korean Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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My family has been to Ajumma twice for dinner now, and we love it there! My favorite dish has been the Dolsot Bibimbap, which is a rice, protein, and veggie bowl in a hot stone bowl, making the rice at the bottom nice and crispy. I've gotten it with bulgogi and an over easy egg, and I'm a big fan. The bulgogi has great flavor, the portion size and toppings given are very generous, and the crispy rice makes the biggest difference in texture and flavor. I also really like the Haemul Pajeon - it's a very large seafood pancake, which they pack with a lot of seafood and cook with just the right amount of crispiness. It's definitely a dish big enough to share with a group of people. I've also tried the Spicy Ramen, which is good, but is more one-dimensional in terms of flavor (i.e. it was mostly spicy in flavor and the big bowl of broth was harder to finish). The portion size was still very generous, and I liked the pork gyoza. My kids love the Kimbap, too. The service is very friendly, welcoming, helpful, and quick. The space is nice and clean, and there is a decent amount of indoor seating, even for a larger group. The sign posted outside still says it's a soft opening, which I think means they are still working from a limited menu. But so far everything I've tried on the menu has been good, so it's definitely worth checking out. read more

Ajumma Korean - Dolsot Bibimbap with beef bulgogi - Korean Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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A Solid Korean Option in Town - Worth a Try On a blustery Sunday evening in January, my wife decided she was craving Korean food as we made our way back home to Eastern North Carolina. Korean options are pretty limited where we live, so we figured we'd take advantage of being in the area and pop into this new spot. The customer service was excellent from the start. We called ahead to confirm they were open--being just a couple of days past New Year's, you never know what to expect. The staff was helpful, letting us know exactly when they stopped seating and serving. We arrived well within those times but still ended up being the last customers of the evening. Walking in, we noticed it was a bit chilly inside--cold enough that my wife kept her jacket on until dinner arrived, only taking it off to avoid getting food on it. The ambiance wasn't anything spectacular, but it wasn't completely bare either. They had K-pop playing in the background the whole time, which added some charm and authenticity to the setting. Now, onto the food. The crispy fried chicken was a bit of a letdown. Instead of the extra-crunchy, flavor-packed Korean fried chicken (KFC) we were expecting, it was more of a naked chicken breast cut up and fried. While not bad, it lacked that signature crunch and bold flavor we've come to love about Korean fried chicken. The spicy mandu was tasty but seemed more heavily fried than we anticipated--missing that balance of a crispy bottom and soft, pillowy top that makes dumplings stand out. The bulgogi, however, was a highlight. Tender, flavorful, and served over onions, it paired perfectly with the sauces and sides. Speaking of sides, we were treated to a mix of interesting options. One standout was a fall vegetable that our server couldn't quite translate to an American name, which added an adventurous touch to the meal. Another hit was the cheesy corn, which we were told is trending in Korea right now--and after tasting it, we can see why. It was rich, creamy, and a definite crowd-pleaser at our table. The rest of the sides were decent, mostly standard fare, but they rounded out the meal nicely. Final Thoughts: This is a new restaurant in a good location, and it's definitely worth a try--especially if you're craving Korean food in the area. While some dishes were a little different from what we've experienced at other Korean spots, it was still an enjoyable meal. Next time, we'll know what to expect and will probably focus on the bulgogi and cheesy corn--those alone might be worth a return visit. read more

Ajumma Korean - Dinner is served - Korean Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

It was a last-minute stop after a show around 3:30 p.m. The food was average with small portions, and the service was fine. My tofu soup was kind of salty, so I took it home and fixed it by adding water. Overall, it was decent. read more

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