Bonchon Smyrna - W Sam Ridley Pkwy

We loved our meal today. Our server Mariana made sure we had plenty of everything and even did the…read morecooking for us. The price is very reasonable and it's a great value

I recently visited Arisu Korean BBQ to celebrate my niece's birthday, and overall it was a nice…read moreexperience. We ordered the bulgogi and prime rib to cook ourselves at the table, which made for an interactive meal. Both were flavorful and cooked up really well. The galbi came which came cooked, was a bit different than expected, and while it was a little fatty and not on the bone, the flavor was still there. The banchan (side dishes) were all good, and I enjoyed the variety they brought to the table. Overall, service was good & attentive and the atmosphere was relaxing and food was decent.

Spicy Beef Soup

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Banchan

Korea BBQ & Sushi

4.4(292 reviews)

7.5 mi

Still our favorite place to come for Korean KBBQ and the ones we bring all our friends and family…read more The food has been consistently good! We can't help ourselves to over ordering but we love it. The service is always courteous and helpful. The vibe is casual but still fancy. If you're around don't skip it.

Have been coming here for the past few years and we are always happy! Service is sweet and food is…read moreconsistent!! We typically get the chicken bulgogi the peach soju and all the delicious sides!! This is a great place for a dinner date or a fulfilling dinner or lunch!

Entrance

Combo C

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Combo B

Hai Woon Dai

4.2(283 reviews)

9.2 mi

If you are looking for authentic and local korean food, please go here! They have a very sorted…read moremenu and everything tasted so good. The provide refillable side sides which are very tasty and the on table bbq experience is fun! The also have korean local wines and drinks which accompany well with the food. The ambience is basic but the food just compensates for it.

I can't believe this place hidden in a random corner of Antioch could be this amazing. This is the…read morefirst time I felt like I was in Korean town of New York City. Amazing Korean food served by Korean aunties who are very nice. There was Korean music playing in the background, Polaroid photos on the wall of the restaurant and TV playing about streets of Korea. Food was stellar! Being a Korean food fan while I was in New York, I tend to have high expectations, and this is one of a few times that I've really felt satisfied with the authenticity of the ethnic/cultural food. The menu has a lot to choose from and each entrée came with side dishes. We got seafood, pancake, spicy pork and seafood noodle soup.. each dish with very sizable portion and price was very reasonable.

Our feast B10. Samgyub-Sal E27. Galbi

Seafood dolsot Bibimbab - seafood over rice on a hot stone bowl.

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5 banchan

Mad for Galbi

4.2(85 reviews)

6.4 mi

Mad for Galbi made us feel like we were taking a little trip to Korea the moment we walked in. The…read moresign that says "Fly Me to Korea" and the display showing the current time in Nolensville, TN, and Korea were such a fun touch--although I noticed the Korea time was a little off. lol I just took it as part of the decoration. The restaurant itself was very clean and had a welcoming atmosphere. The Jeyuk Bokkeum (Spicy Pork) and Bulgogi were beautifully presented and full of flavor. We also ordered the Jajangmyeon and Jjamppong, and both portions were very generous. The Jjamppong was especially impressive, loaded with crab, clams, mussels, and other seafood. It was incredibly flavorful and one of the best I've had. The side dishes were delicious, and when we asked for a refill, they brought us plenty without hesitation. That kind of hospitality really stood out. The owner and all of the staff were warm, attentive, and friendly throughout our visit. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in the area. Highly recommended!

The new space is large and open; the artwork and music add adorable Korean BBQ flare…read more I chose this spot for a family dinner out because we love galbi jjim and it's impossible to find in middle Tennessee. When we got there, the waitress was initially confused and thought they didn't have it available, but she quickly rechecked after we mentioned it was why we came and they made it happen for us - and I'm so glad they did. The short ribs were stewed to perfection: fall-off-the-bone tender. The sauce had pineapple which gave some unexpected sweetness but overall satisfied our craving! We also ordered the following dishes: -Jjajangmyeon: we all enjoyed these chewy noodles with black bean paste. -bulgogi fried rice: a forgettable dish but scratches the itch if you're in the mood for fried rice. I packed some leftovers for lunch and added a large squirt of sriracha to the top to spice it up. Cheeseling korean fried chicken wings: I'd come back for these wings over and over again. So crispy and juicy with every bite. The cheese powder was a unique flavor and I loved the savory dipping sauce it comes with. -banchan: solid kimchi and daikon, but we were thrown off by the mac salad. Overall i wish this place had a little more spice in the dishes or at least had a bottle of gochujang that I could add in to my liking at the table. We will come back to see what all the hype is about for the BBQ.

Restaurant Seating

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Kore

4.8(173 reviews)

17.1 mi•Eastwood

I almost don't want to write this review because I selfishly don't want more people to know about…read moreKore. It's one of those East Nashville spots I'd rather keep to myself... The food is so good. The salmon don is easily one of my favorites. It's fresh, flavorful, and one of those dishes I find myself craving afterward. The himachi is also fantastic and has become another go-to... I'd recommend grabbing a reservation so you can enjoy too!

We were staying at an Airbnb in East Nashville recently and read about other's very positive…read moreexperiences at Kore so we decided to give it a try! :) Also because of recommendations, we made a reservation ahead of time! After some fairly lengthy confusion at the hostess stand, despite having had a confirmed reservation - it took quite a while for her to decide which table she wanted to give us out of the many open spots. She left us standing there, without explanation, to go put out the placements that seemed necessary to have set before we could sit, then finally came back to take us over to a spot - this didn't feel like a greatest start to the evening. It was very awkward. You know what they say, first impressions are important! Thankfully we were greeted by a very friendly waitress who was very knowledgeable about the menu, both food and drinks! She took great care of us throughout our meal. We dove in with drinks - A Sapporo, they have it on tap, and it's delicious! As well as an Old Fashioned! Both fantastic! It took us a little while to decide which food items we wanted to choose! This is a small plates restaurant so the options are numerous, they all sound so good!! We tried to pick at least one thing from of each category! We decided on the Kalbi dumplings, the Cauliflower, Kalbi Steak, the Crispy tuna, and Gochujang Mole. Every single dish was absolutely amazing and filled with the most rich, full flavors!! My absolute favorite was the crispy tuna! So delicious!! The mole dish - Chorizo, fingerling potato, red onion, red veined sorrel, crema was also next level exceptional! SO much flavor!! Something that was a little strange about our visit, and the reason for only giving 4 stars is this: We made our reservation off of the times offered by the restaurant. We chose 8:30 due to other things we had going on in our day - they offered as late as 8:45. This is the type of place that it's nice to work slowly through the menu and try a few dishes and then order a few more, etc... Unfortunately, right after we placed our initial order we were informed that we would need to have all of our food AND drink orders or refills in to the kitchen within the next 10 mins as the kitchen would be closing. This was too rushed and disappointing for what we were planning on for our dinner. We wished that the restaurant would have been more clear about this when we made the reservation, or at least when we first began perusing the menu. We did not have enough time for what we would have preferred and did not end up ordering any more food or drinks, as we definitely would have - however, what we did try was worth it! I would just HIGHLY suggest going earlier in the evening, much longer before they close!!

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Chicken

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K-Pop Chicken

Korean BBQ

4.7(3 reviews)

31.2 mi

Amazing food and excellent service. What a great find. Will be recommending to all my friends.read more

Food was good service was excellent. Good drinks good pour. Will and have gone back. Usually eat at…read morebar.

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So Gong Dong Tofu House

4.1(165 reviews)

10.2 mi

I wanted to love So Gong Dong, but I was sadly disappointed. My kimchi jjigae was watery, and the…read moremedium barely had a hint of spice. The 2.5 stars are for the banchan, which were tasty. I especially enjoyed the potato and pickled cucumbers. I didn't have super high hopes for Korean in Nashville, and having lived in the Bay Area, my standards are very high. The bulgogi was a little dry but still decent. However, the dish size was lacking. Try for yourself and let me know what you think.

Despite growing up in the area, I finally stopped by So Gong Dong Tofu House for the first time &…read more wow, it did not disappoint. I'm a sucker for a good kimchi jjigae, and this one absolutely hit the spot. Fair warning: when they say spicy, they mean it. I went with extra spicy thinking I could handle it like at most places... I definitely should've stuck with regular. Still, it was incredibly delicious, comforting, and exactly the kind of dish you crave in the winter months. We also tried the beef bulgogi, which was packed with flavor and came with a generous spread of banchan that made the whole meal even better. The staff was friendly, seated us right away, and brought water without us having to ask. I also loved the cozy layout, lots of intimate seating and an attentive team that makes you feel taken care of. Can't wait for more cozy visits.

This is the dining area.

Kimchi Jiggae

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Beef Bulgogi

Golden Bowl Mongolian Grill

4.5(33 reviews)

0.2 mi

We are regulars and Eko is always the best! food is always kickin' and Eko always manages to put a…read moresmile on our faces even on our worst days.

Got the regular bowl; you chose the starch, and pick out your own raw meat, seasonings, vegis, and…read moresauce and they'll cook it up for you real nice! The amount of meat you can fit in the bowl is a lot, too. And it was such a large bowl at the end I'm surprised at the reasonable price! (It was enough leftovers for me for 2 more meals!) There must be a million combinations you can cook up and it was so yum. The boba was really yummy too. 10/10 and RIP the old Cicis here but I'd argue this is better!

Prep bar

Bowl with Udon

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Korea House

4.3(527 reviews)

20.9 mi

We live about 70 miles away but frequently stop at Korea House when we are in town. Excellent food,…read moreexcellent service. They will explain what various dishes are if you ask. They have been there since before we moved to the area, 25 years ago. The restaurant is small and gets packed, so better to eat early. Highly recommended.

Best Korean food in Nashville. Very authentic, felt like I had stepped back in time and was back…read morein Seoul :-) Great service and super friendly staff. The Japchae and Bulgogi, side dishes are amazing

17.8 mi•Music Row, Midtown

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Bibimbap

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Shabu Shabu

4.1(279 reviews)

•$$$

This is my absolute favorite Japanese barbecue and hotpot place. I have been going for years. It is…read morea very family friendly enviroment. It is a vibe!

Wow! This place is great! We had a great time celebrating a…read morebirthday here! You can either do hotpot, Korean bbq, or both! We chose to do both, and it was a great decision. All you can eat meat, veggies, noodles, and a whole bunch of stuff on the bar for only around 40 bucks a person!! I think the actual total is 35.99 per person, but I'm not 100% sure. We definitely ate our moneys worth. Restaurant is clean and tidy. Meats are high quality and wonderfully seasoned. Service was really great. We had a great experience and we will be back!

The aftermath

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A Bacchanalian feast.

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Addison W.

3 years ago

Food looked goood o like food try this s food it make me happy when you try foood you better go here cause it yummy in my tummy

Shawn R.

3 years ago

Yay! Bonchon in Nashville! I used to eat this place all the time in D.C. and I'm happy to see it here.

Deanna Clark G.

3 years ago

Did not care for the food and expensive!!! Was not a good choice!! Don't waste your time or money!!

Tedrick A.

3 years ago

Good Beef BulgogiChicken Wings Chx Fried RiceDrumsticksHouse Fried RiceKorean ChickenKorean Tacos

Chris M.

3 years ago

Great food! A must try. Wings were terrific! Will not be the last time that I eat here.

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