Went for a Sunday brunch on a nice day and sat out on the patio. It was a great spot for people watching and the service was also really good despite not being inside. The server and all support staff were great! I was a bit torn between the KFC and waffle or the kalbi and eggs. They were sadly out of the KFC and waffle so I got the kalbi and eggs. It was delicious! The Kalbi was perfectly marinated and cooked with a definite open fired flavor. The seaweed butter on rice was delicious and the perfect complement to the meat and salad. Overall very filling and would definitely order again. read more

ANJU - Kalbi and eggs - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

High-quality Korean food in the DC area! While rooted in traditional ingredients, the dishes had a modern and unique twist. I especially loved their tteokbokki, which blended in corn and lotus root. read more

Good food, very large (too large) portions, very loud inside. Get dishes to share and maybe sit outside if you want to talk. read more

Overall p tasty, modern Korean food. Some strange things, like paying for banchan, but the quality of the food speaks for itself. Palace tteokboki and the doughnuts were amazing!! Ambiance is p cool with that exposed wall. read more

For a place that claims to be upscale, the food was so so so disappointing. I had been looking forward to visiting here for quite a while and it was meh. My friend and I had a reservation for brunch on a weekend day. Our server was great, but that's about it. I ordered the smash burger and bulgogi tater tots. The burger was okay, but it was *just* okay. I wasn't really amazed, it felt like the ingredients didn't wow me as much as they did when I saw them on the menu. The tots were also okay, but I couldn't even bring myself to finish them. My friend ordered the chicken and waffles. I tried both and the waffle was nothing spectacular. The chicken was nothing special and she was unimpressed as well. I would love to try their dinner menu, but I also don't think I would want to spend money here again. I wouldn't recommend their brunch at the very least. read more

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Was able to walk in for a table for 2 on a Friday, despite it being pretty busy which was nice. Both the host and server were welcoming and nice, overall great service experience. As for the food, the prices seemed a little high until the portions came out. The mandu were outstanding, and the chikin was a massive portion, bigger than I ever expected at a dc restaurant. It was kind of strange that one piece was a bone-in drum while the rest were boneless -- would've preferred a fork/knife for the boneless but didn't realize until I already dug into the drums with my hands -- but other than that it was pretty perfect. Crispy, delicious, flavorful, and exactly what you expect of double-fried Korean chicken. After those 2 starters, we shared the rice cakes with bulgogi as the only main and it was more than enough food. Hearty, tasty, filling. Finished with the sticky toffee pudding which was a great way to top off a fantastic meal! read more

ANJU - Fried chicken - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Exceed my expectations considering that I am usually not a fan of fusion/modernized cuisine. The mandu was great and pretty big. The rose tteokbokki was also good although a little heavy and oily. The loaded tots were alright. Extremely crunchy but a very salty. I got there 10 minutes right after they opened and was able to squeeze in a table, but they usually are pretty booked up. The vibes were great and very cute and service was on par. read more

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I was in town for a couple of days for work, and as a foodie, I was looking up some local eats that strayed away from the big, well-known spots. This came up on an EaterDC list, and the pic of the Palace Ddukbokgi caught my eye. I've been craving rice cakes for a while, and I knew I had to make a trip here just for it. I took Metro to get here, and it's only a 10 min walk from DuPont Circle. I arrived at ~7 on a Wednesday night and it was about a 15-20 min wait. Luckily as a part of 1, once a bar seat became available, I was seated promptly! Their cocktail menu looked intriguing and I was drawn to the Forbidden Fruit 2.0 as someone who enjoys fruity cocktails. I ordered it and it was very creamy and smooth! The alcohol is masked by all the fruity flavors mixed in and the coconut milk, which is a plus in my book. They also had a delicious sounding assortment of appetizers to choose from, but I didn't have much stomach room to spare, especially if I was going to order Ddukbokgi. The Palace Ddukbokgi was absolutely delicious! The dish is naturally vegetarian, but you can add bulgogi to the dish for $7 more (which I did). It feels weird to say, but I wish I didn't add bulgogi in the end! The rice cakes had the absolute best chew (light to the bite!) and the sauce was in had was slightly sweet but perfect for the rice cakes! The veggies complemented the dish very well and there was a nice assortment throughout. The bulgogi was good but for me, it felt like one item too much (now I see why the dish is made the way it is!) Can't wait to come back here when I'm next in DC! read more

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Recommended by Eater DC, Anju is a popular contemporary Korean restaurant with trendy decor and plays pop music (unfortunately, not K-pop as my teenage daughter complained). Anju is above average for the DC area that's seriously lacking in authentic Asian restaurants, but it won't be able to shine in NYC, LA, or Seattle with its forced upscale menu lacking depth in taste. Case in point, duck confit was delicious, but it sat on top of completely unrelated mediocre jjajangmyeon that's lacking in noodles, black bean flavor and umami. It seems like the duck jjajangmyeon dish was created so they can charge a lot more for noodle dish that usually costs no more than $12. The lotus root and fish cake panchan was way too salty while the kimchi definitely does not taste like it has been aged for 30 days, again lacking in umami and heavy on dry chilli powder. Anju does have some good dishes, like the Ssam board steak was cooked perfectly, roasted garlic was a great touch, and all the veggies were quite fresh. Service was attentive, but it did bother me a bit that the two waiters were nonstop talking right behind me as our table was next to the staff counter. read more

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Great food, good service, intimate space. We had a group of 6 for happy hour and then dinner. We made reservations and ate all of the food family style. The drink menu has something for everyone and the food menu is such an adventure. Highly recommend and will definitely bring my foodie friends back! read more

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Brunch at Anju was amazing! Satisfied both my savory and sweet cravings. One of the best meals I've had this year I've only gone for brunch so I can only imagine what dinner service is like! Flavor and service both 5 stars! read more

ANJU - From the top in clockwise order: Spicy chicken sandwich, loaded bulgogi tadertots, beef short rib congee, stuffed coffee French toast. - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I was excited to visit Anju in NW DC and thoroughly enjoyed my time there. The food is delicious and the ambiance is beautiful! It can get a little loud with voices, music and other noises bouncing off the walls, but that adds to the experience. You can tell that people are genuinely enjoying themselves. I have to admit that the music was entertaining and nostalgic. The portion sizes are large, so be sure to come hungry. Each menu item is moderately priced and so flavorful! I recommend securing a reservation because of the restaurant's popularity and small dining area. read more

ANJU - Jangjorim Juk - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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The food here is so good. I'll always regret that this is the first Korean Fried Chicken I had ever had because nothing can compare! I've tried. I also love the Mandu and the citrus infused soju read more

ANJU - Chikin, Mandu, Cheese Sprouts - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Stopped in to Anju for dinner and they were having some kind of collaboration with another restaurant so there were some new things to try. One was the ribs which was super tender and juicy. Another was the corn cheese which was filling and a great dish to share! Also ordered the chicken which is always amazing. Crispy with a delicious sweet/spicy sauce! This was my favorite for the night. Drank the mango juice drink and there was an option to try it with rum which we of course had to try. Service was quick and our server was knowledgeable. Super cute place as well! read more

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I've been to Anju for dinner a few times, including pre and post-COVID, and most recently to happy hour twice in the past few months. Overall, Anju is a great restaurant. In particular, I recommend these dishes: mandu (dumplings) which have an excellent flavor, filling to wrapper ratio, and crispy fry. Chikin - excellent fried chicken, both crunchy and yet covered in sauce Ssam Board - really tasty grilled beef and accoutrements you use to construct your own lettuce wrap The happy hour is pretty good, but could be better. Kudos to Anju for offering happy hour at all, holding it every weekday, and including both food and drink on the menu. It's also offered on the whole first floor which is a decent number of seats. But, it's only one hour (5-6 PM), the drink options are limited and the draft beer is only 12oz (not a proper 16 oz pint), and the food just isn't as good as the dinner menu. I want to like the Honey BBQ Chicken Sandwich, but it's only good, not great. It's huge, it looks good, it tastes pretty good, but it also tastes like it's missing something. I'd rather have a sandwich version of the dinner Chikin dish. The Kimchi Cheese Dog, too, was good, not great. The mandu were the same as the dinner menu, so excellent. The Jjajang Rabokii was pretty good and IMO would have benefitted from some meat. Service and ambiance are both very good. read more

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Was really looking forward to this and was hoping to find a nice elevated korean food spot. Youre better off going to a local spot in centreville or annandale in VA. Way too much sesame oil on the tartare and in the branzino. Dumplings were nothing special and the kimchi overly sour and just tasted like they threw gochuchang on the kimchi last minute. Overall it was not bad food but not worth the price mind you im sure theres better things on the menu perhaps but we did the pre-fixe and nothing given to us stood out. read more

Best meal I've had in DC hands down. I had yet to be impressed by any Asian restaurant here until coming to Anju. My friend and I were able to snag counter seats on a weekend during dinner. We split the vegetarian mandu, kimchi fried rice, and dukbokki. Literally every dish was incredible. I've never had kimchi fried rice with ramen bits in it, but it was soooo good. The dukbokki was sweet and unique in flavor. My friend and I definitely over-ordered, but I wasn't mad about it because I definitely enjoyed all the leftovers I got to take home. read more

ANJU - Vegetarian Mandu - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Anju is a must-go restaurant in DC that strikes a great balance pushing borders on Korean cuisine but maintains flavors to not be outside of most people's comfort zones with proper execution. They also live up to their name, serving food that I could imagine be paired amazingly well with soju or beer or any alcohol! Their interior is a cozy vibrant space, a wide-span bar and colorful naturally lit upstairs dining room. Even for a friday night booking, it was fairly easy to make, so reservations shouldn't be an issue. Our server for the night, Noel, was great! He was attentive, quick, knows the menu well and a great person to chat to, if you get him, you are definitely in good hands. For the Anju portion of the menu(starters), we shared the Hwe, Chikin & Yache Mandu. The Hwe is a very mild but vibrant dish. The Kampachi had a clean aroma, buttery texture, with a complimenting sweetness being wrapped in honeydew melon and the yuzu kosho to finish on a salted acidic note. The bright green oil being gochugaru was super fun to me because it was very earthy yet herby but somehow not spicy at all. Apologies for the photo missing a few pieces of chicken, but their fried chicken is realistically the best Korean Fried Chicken in DC right now. Super crispy, zero sogginess at all, juicy non-greasy chicken with a punchy powerful gochujang based sauce and a lighter white bbq sauce & furikake to highlight, love it. Also it's kinda bang for your buck because it comes with half a chicken, not just 2 or 3 drumsticks. Now the Yache Mandu was the surprise hitter of the night for me, it's the best dish I've eaten that uses impossible meat. I love that the Mandu is wrapped like a tortellini and deep fried filled with galbi-marinated impossible meat, layered with chili crunch and a spicy vinaigrette at the bottom that's spicy where it's refreshing but not where it burns your tongue. A great sweet, spicy and sour combination. For the mains we split the Palace Ddukbokgi, Ssam Board & Ori Jjajangmyeon with some panchan on the side. The Ssam board, best way I can describe is literally a snippet of what Korean BBQ is like on a plate, but your clothes don't smell like smoke when you're done! A tender steak in a recognizable galbi-marinade coming with all the normal accoutrement to make a ssam, each with their own fun twist. Like instead of raw garlic, it was roasted, pickled daikon had an apple cider vinegar note to it and there was actually korean pear too! Nice varied bites. The Palace Ddukbokgi was good, but not stand out for me. Solid texture on the actual Ddukbokgi and the sauce is more of a sweet onion soy than the normal red-orange spicy one we're all used to, lots of veg in the dish, very hardy and warm. I think I would love this dish more if I dined in January rather than May. The panchan we ordered were the Kimchi, Carrot Kkakdugi, Pickled Cucumbers and Soy-brined Chayote. They were good, executed well but very standard, I don't really know why it costs extra instead of coming with the mains but I don't think it's worth the purchase. But, the star of the show main for me was the Ori Jajangmyeon! The confit duck leg's skin has a shattering glass-like crisp with juicy duck meat, when stirred into the Jajang sauce pairs well with the sweet roasted flavors. The noodles have that properly cooked fun chewy bounciness that cling to the sauce well. Same with all the veg on the dish: A great mop for the sauce. The sauce felt more luxurious and deep than a normal Jajang sauce, it's just so good. Everything here was very hardy and each main feels like it could feed two people, a nice thing to keep in mind for a return. Finally to end the meal on arguably the best note: the Hotteok Sundae. I was completely blown away by this dessert, it's Salted Caramel on steroids. Every component adds to the theme, is diverse in texture and layered flavors. Dipping the crisp hotteok into the salted whipped cream, then scooping on a spoon of the gelato plus the caramel and chocolate pearls, astounding! It should be a criminal offense to go to Anju and NOT order a Hotteok Sundae. Overall, Anju is a must-go restaurant for their mandu, chicken, ssam, jjajangmyeon and especially desserts! Plus the amazing bonus of great service & ambiance too. I will 100% be going again as long as I live in the DMV area, and I think it should be on anyone's must-try list when going to Washington D.C. read more

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Anju gave me and my friends food poisoning (3 out of a party of 4 got food poisoning). We received a 50% refund for our troubles, and I probably wouldn't be writing this review if it weren't for the manager's failure to accept responsibility for this incident. On Saturday, Nov. 15, my husband and another couple went to Anju for dinner. We ordered the following items: Duck Mandu, Half Chikin, Saengseon, Hwe, Dolsot Bibim Bap, Palace Ddukbokgi (with bulgogi added), and a coffee cheesecake for dessert. We also ordered a drink each. Anju was our first and only stop of the night. Halfway through the dinner, my friend started feeling nauseous, and while we had initially planned another stop for the night, we decided to go home, on account of my friend's illness. As soon as we walked out of the restaurant, my friend threw up on the sidewalk. I was fine initially and went home with my husband, but that night, I woke up in the middle of night feeling nauseous, and also threw up. The next morning, we found out that my friend's husband had also thrown up over night. I called Anju the next afternoon and requested a refund. The manager was defensive, claimed she had not received complaints from any other patrons, and asked me to provide the contact information for "any medical assistance" we had received (as if 3 of 4 people puking after a meal at their restaurant was not serious enough). She took my contact information, saying an investigation would be conducted but did not commit even to calling me back. She did call me back that evening, and said Anju would be providing a 50% refund, but said they had called multiple patrons from that night who had all confirmed they were fine. I asked the manager whether the patrons had eaten all 6 of the dishes we ate and she claimed yes. I also asked if she had spoken with our server. She said yes, and said that our server had noted that we planned to stop elsewhere afterwards (implying we probably got sick from overdrinking). We appreciate the 50% refund, but the idea that we did not get sick from eating at Anju is absurd. I would also note that the food and the service were both mediocre - our server was slow to arrive (which she did apologize for), less than warm, and seemed to be in a rush to take half eaten plates away. read more

We made reservations for a group of 5-6 on a Sunday for brunch. Our party arrived ahead of the restaurant opening. The dining area had tables both on the ground floor and on an upper level. We sat upstairs and the server was good. Since we were seated near the staircase, we had a good view into the kitchen/pick up area. All the food coming out looked really. Our party ordered various things but I tried bulgogi tots, hot tteok French toast, and the chicken and waffles. The bulgogi tots were really good with the crispy tots and generous toppings. The hot tteok French toast was giant. It was tasty, the French toast use a large slice of bread, possibly brioche? And it was filled with a cinnamon, peanut filling. The chicken and waffle was different with the Korean flavors. The chicken was gochujang flavored and was pretty good on its own. The waffle had corn in it which made the texture of the waffle a little different from my normal Belgian waffles. Though both were tasty, we actually enjoyed and preferred the two items separate. read more

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Anju is amazing! From the ambiance to the food to the service it is a great experience. You will definitely need a reservation, it was pretty packed, but if they don't have any available, call in and they may still be able to fit you in. We were able to call and get an 8:30 reservation. COCKTAIL: The Mass a "Peel" was one of the smoothest mezcal drinks I've ever had. It was like a smoky fall night - light, creamy and crisp all at the same time. FOOD: The Hwe was good, not revolutionary. The Chikin, however, was delicious. It was saucy and crispy at the same time which seemed like a magic trick. The Lamb dish we got for our entree was also amazing. It had sweet potato noodles potato, mushrooms all in a pot that kept it nice and hot. If this was the pot I found at the end of a rainbow, I would not be disappointed. The portions are pretty big, so you may wan to share. They have indoor and outdoor seating and both looked great. We sat indoors and it was a nice atmosphere. Perfect for a date night! read more

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Been wanting to try this place for a while and so glad we finally made it. Delicious food that we all ended up sharing. the top half of the restaurant really opens up once you get past the stairs and the setting was really beautiful. highlights were the dumplings and the ssam board. the dessert was also incredible!!! Definitely a more expensive, special occasion place but so worth it! read more

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We need to talk about this French toast. I came here with some friends for a Saturday brunch and was not expecting a colossal French toast concoction to be the star of the show. Well, clearly I was wrong! This French toast, stuffed with delicious red bean, changed the game in a major way. The rest of our experience was great! Every entree and side hit the spot, especially the loaded tater tots. The service was nice too, although I wish we had been checked in on after our food arrived. The French toast... I will be thinking about it for a long time. read more

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Stopped by for dinner on a Thursday night with some friends and have been kicking myself for not visiting sooner ever since! It's no surprise that this place is a hit; do a quick Google search and you'll find rave reviews from Michelin, Eater, WaPo, Conde Nast... the list goes on. I'm so happy to say it lives up to the hype! The place was full on a Thursday night at 7pm, but luckily we had a reservation and were seated on the second floor. The space is both hip and homey at the same time, it felt really comfortable when it was full and as the crowd cleared out throughout the evening. One person in our group is gluten free, and Anju was super accommodating. The menu is built for sharing, and even though they have a full gluten-free version of it, our server was really helpful in making recommendations and tweaking each dish to accommodate the whole group (sauces and meat on the side - that sort of thing). She also did a great job explaining each dish for those of us who don't eat Korean food frequently. Some of our favorites from the meal: - Chikin (one of the most popular items, and for good reason!!) - Jujube Glazed Carrots (the sauce...*drool*) - Mandu - Dosirak Salad - Saengseon Gui - Palace Ddukbokgi I'd also highly recommend the Pineapple Turmeric Soda--add the soju & st. germain to make it a cocktail and it's the perfect start to your meal. 0 complaints about the food or restaurant itself! Such great flavors and contemporary dishes. I'll be back next time I'm in town for sure :) read more

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We had an absolutely fabulous birthday celebration at Anju! Tried Anju out for the first time since we've heard good things & it is one of the few nice spots open on Mondays. Awesome atmosphere upstairs with beautiful decor & comfortable seating. All of the food is served in the middle of the table on a lazy Susan - perfect for sharing plates with the whole table! The chikin is was my favorite thing we ordered! Order as much as you can on this menu - everything is incredible. Save room for dessert! Fabulous service. Would love to return to Anju & would definitely recommend it to my friends! read more

ANJU - Vegetarian Mandu, Mandu, carrots and Half Chikin - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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I can't believe I haven't tried Anju sooner - although from what I remember, they didn't have many veggie friendly options before! I'm so glad they do now because it was such a treat. Some of the items on the menu, even though they don't say it directly on the menu, are able to be vegetarian so that was a nice surprise. Otherwise, the kimchi was complimentary, and I got a drink on the house through Capital One! The food from start to finish was delicious. The server was well informed and made great recs, and the ambiance was so cozy and warm! Definitely would recommend and will definitely be going back! read more

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My friends and I have been eyeing ANJU for quite some time and now that we got a chance to go it did not disappoint! We shared the loaded tater tots and they were amazing and flavorful! They were perfectly crunchy and the sauce was so good. They additionally accommodated us by adding the kimchi and bulgogi on the side of the loaded tater tots so the vegetarians could still enjoy the tater tots. The service was really nice, but we had to ask for water a couple times. I also got the Smash Galbi Burger with Impossible meat. It was so delicious, would recommend! The restaurant was very aesthetic. read more

ANJU - Smash Galbi Burger - Impossible - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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First dinner here in DC and we definitely chose the right place. There were no reservations available for 2 so we gambled and went in for bar seats. It was packed and we luckily ran into Eric, the GM looked at seating helped us sit at temporary seats and placed our order while waiting for bar seats to open. We got officially seated with food within 10 minutes. Great start to our experience. Connor, the waiter at the bar was also super pleasant to speak with. Timely check ins Mandu- 10/10 Chicken - 10/10 Branzino - 10/10 Kim chi was also very good. Thank you to the entire staff for providing one of the best experiences we've had in awhile. read more

ANJU - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Let's start with our star server Chris, who gave us sound advice from the beginning: our table of four would be well fed on two apps and two mains! She was right. She also had good suggestions and brought the no-dairy menu as soon as she heard that might be an issue. She suggested a few items and we went with them. DO NOT SLEEP ON THE FRIED "CHIKIN" APP. You will only be sorry when you see other tables getting theirs. Other items are "Korean-esque" (we didn't get but the dol sot DID look pretty authentic). We didn't have a reservation but were early-ish and got a table at the front. Upstairs is a more sit-down vibe but we enjoyed the downstairs with full view of the kitchen (and KDramas playing on the tv in the bar). Really happy we came. read more

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Anju is not the *most authentic* Korean place and it's not meant to be. It offers a variety of dishes in a more fun, upscale way with less spicy and more sweet profile than the very traditional Korean places. The presentation of each dish is great, and the portion sizes are also quite large. We finished every bite. We loved all the side dishes, especially the lotus root. read more

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Anju is a must try restaurant. The flavors are delicate and well thought out without covering the true essence of Korean food. Sengseon gui was absolutely delicious. Hamachi was also very fresh. The scallops were slightly overcooked, but still good. The servers were very attentive as well. read more

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My fav food blogger suggested this spot (Feed the Malik) so of course when in DC, check out the sports. The inside is beautiful and I love the layout. Noelle was our waiter, he was super responsive and helpful in selecting food. It was plenty of tasty food. I enjoyed my experience here. read more

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Anju is an upscale Korean restaurant that is worth the price. We walked in early on a Saturday evening, and were able to grab seats at the communal table. I'd recommend making a reservation to ensure you don't have to wait. The communal table is a high table, and it has stools instead of chairs. But where will I put my coat, you say? Luckily, as our helpful waiter pointed out, there are hidden coat hooks underneath the table. Just don't leave it behind! On to the food. We ordered a gamjatang (braised pork shank), dolsot bibim bap (with bulgogi), and a carafe of citrus soju. The gamjatang is a hefty, bone-in chunk of tender, flavorful pork, which comes in a dark red broth. In the soup, there are plenty of discoveries to be made: potatoes, onions, and assorted vegetables. It comes with a side of rice as well. I would definitely recommend it. I'll be back soon! read more

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Went here for my bday dinner. They offer menu with limited selection, yet, the food was very interesting and delicious. Flavor was on point. -1 star due to my drink was spilled when being brought up thru the stairs, but my server was great still read more

ANJU - Ssam Board OMG simply one of the best grilled prime beef I've ever had. It had a subtle charcoal, sweet flavor and was perfectly cooked - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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American-version Korean food, not really authentic and not that worth the price. Ordered chicken Mandu, seafood fried rice, and rice cake. Everything was super sweet, bland, and non-spicy(especially the rice cake. It is like a fancier version Panda Express dish.) read more

WOW did I leave so satisfied. Might be one of my favorite restaurants in DC. Mandu, bone marrow, and Jjajangbap. Everything was extremely delicious.. especially the bone marrow. Service was not slow despite how busy it was. Servers were very attentive and kind. The music was good. Tables were spread out. Loved everything. About this place.. read more

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Delivery from Anju made for the perfect post-hike food. My husband and I shared: - Mandu - Brussel Sprout Kimchi - Kimchi Jjigae - Palace Ddukbokgi - Mango Sticky Rice I love Korean food and this really hit the spot. The Kimchi Jjigae was my favorite thing we got. The broth was so flavorful. I'm not a big tofu fan, but I enjoyed it in this dish. The Ddukbokgi is one of my favorite Korean dishes. The texture seemed slightly off to me on this one, but the sauce was delicious and I still loved it. The only thing I wasn't a huge fan of was the brussel sprout kimchi. The flavor seemed off to me. I would love to go back and dine in here because I'm sure the food is even better when you eat it there. read more

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Lived in the dmv are for only about 4-5 years but since we moved out this way people have shared with me different Korean spots.. this spot was hard to get reservations so I stopped trying plus in dc Korean places aren't that good but it was my Mother's Day and she is picky but this place has a tasting menu so I said Wtheck let's try going ! Originally when I saw the price of the tasting menu it was as high as this one Michelin star place I was thinking of taking her but I chose anju instead. Definitely was disappointed.. I don't really know what the hype is about this place but I wished it was better. And for the tasting menu being 85$ it's not worth it. better just to pick dishes you want and maybe share those with ur buddies. For the amount we spend and how the food tasted I feel bad for trying to get reservations times changed and what not . I can say the guy was very helpful and catering to us over the phone when I was having a time issue. The services we had was meh the lady seemed like she didn't wanna be there and food took forever. I wish I had a better experience especially since I hyped it up for my mom and hubby too for the price we paid I wished I would've just went to the Michelin star place instead read more

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The service and quality of ingredients at ANJU would bring me back even thought my first experience was meh. I was in DC for a work trip and heard ANJU was a great spot to visit. I got there early and had a couple of drinks. I didnt like any of them. I tried 4 drinks from their menu and had 1 margarita so I think I got a pretty good variety of their offerings. The food was much better. I had the fried chicken, the palace Ddulbokgi, and the jujube roasted carrots. Everything was good. Nothing was spectacular. Service was great and loved the seating arrangement. read more

ANJU - Tell me Ywai A little licorice-y but ok - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Finally came to try Anju, one of the places we've been meaning to come in DC. Came here for brunch and we ordered: 1. Mandu (pork and kimchi): 5/5 the best thing we had here. ORDER THIS and you will thank me 2. Galbi and egg: 3.5/5 Galbi was not hot (temp wise) salad didnt look all that springy. Galbi was a bit bland so dipped it in Mandu sauce. For 30 bucks i expected better 3. Side of juk: Terrible. Do not get this and was glad we didnt get the full size shrimp juk. Weird taste not sure why they put cheddar on top either. Absolutely the worst. 4. Strawberry lychee lemonade: 2.5/5 very strong strawberry syrup taste and didnt taste lychee..very sweet Service was a bit slow..took them 20 min to take our order. Cool hipster vibe in Dupont circle area. Overall, im glad i tried but wont be coming back. Mandu was very very good so i would be going to their mandu only restaurant next time. Otherwise, didnt like anything. Maybe we are just too spoiled w all the amazing culinary options in NYC but was very disappointed. read more

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