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    Bulgogi Box

    4.2 (242 reviews)
    ModerateKorean, Barbeque

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    lunch at the bar
    Jon L.

    I had read about this place and then looked at some of the Yelp reviews. You would go here for the food quality. Not so much the ambience or dining experience. It would be a good stop for outdoor dining when the weather is good. It's essentially Korean fast food. Everything you order is in a 'to go' box and they encourage take out. I had the beef bulgogi with rice, it was $19 bucks, a bit on the pricey side since most of it was rice. It was good flavor though, not overpowered with onions or scallions like so many other places. Sadly, they don't offer any sauces on the side. It's very convenient to the East/West Lynx stop. There is also a good size patio on the sidewalk for outdoor dining.

    Bibim Bowl w/ Fried Chicken (So sloppy...no distinct separation of veggies)
    Rose E.

    I wanted to get my husband to try Bibimbap for once in his life...so chose this place. I'm actually not a huge fan of Bibimbap, but I loved their version...and thought he'd enjoy it too. For once, my son came along to check out this place. Well, both my husband and I ordered their Bibim Bowl, but my husband chose Fried Chicken (?!?) instead of the traditional Bulgogi. With Fried Chicken, it's actually an American fusion kinda thing...not really a full-on Korean dish. Oh Well...I tried. My son also ordered this Korean Chicken. We also ordered 2 plates of Potstickers (always a favorite here!) and Miso Soup. Well, before I get to the foods, I must confess that I was disappointed with the presentation of all the foods this time. Their Potstickers are usually quite beautiful, but not this time. Even our Bibimbowl was delivered quite messy...with no effort in making it look aesthetic at all. Typically, you're supposed to be able to clearly see all the veggies included in the bowl (usually 6-8?). Well, I actually "fixed" my bowl before taking pictures. Prior to me fixing the dish, I could barely see all the separate veggies...as the Bulgogi was just loosely piled on top of all the veggies...as if they were just dumped over them, without making any effort to separate them (as should be the case!). Same with my husband's bowl! For such sloppy presentation of all the foods, I must dock a star this time. We noticed that the egg was overcooked...it was supposed to be runny, but it was hardened. Also, the Miso Soup wasn't as piping hot as usual when delivered to the table. So yeah, a few things were amiss this time. Normally I'd dock another star for foods not meeting expectations...but overall, the foods still tasted REALLY good. The service was good too...as usual. In any case, I'm glad my husband tried the Bibimbap...though not the authentic version. He seemed to like it. My son seemed to like his Chicken too...though I know he would have preferred it with Fries. Think he (and many others!) would have liked this much more if there were some options with the sides, like Fries or Rice instead of just the Cole Slaw.

    Potstickers
    Christina G.

    I made a reservation with ease and the woman on the phone was really nice. We were welcomed by our server Matt. He seated us promptly and was very friendly. I don't think the reservation was needed since it wasn't very busy. We had $5 mimosas (can't beat that!), K-corn dog, potstickers, fried pork ribs, and the Bibim Bowl. The mimosa,K-dog, and potstickers were good, didn't really stand out 5/10. The ribs and Bibim Bowl were 9/10 I'd definitely get it again. Our server Matt was great, he gave some amazing recommendations especially for drinks since my friend is allergic to citrus. They made a rum and coke for her which was nice. We stayed for a while to chat and he didn't rush us off. Overall, my friends and I had a nice time. The appetizers were good but just not outstanding. We all loved our entrees though. I'll definitely be back!

    Kimchi
    Raquel S.

    Ordered the beef bulgogi bowl with a side of kimchi through UberEATS. It hit the spot. You definitely need the kimchi to round out the meal. If you're looking for authentic Korean food (where you get 10 little bowls of banchan with your order, you won't find that here. Just fyi.

    Spicy Pork Bulgogi Box with Miso Soup and Kimchiin the back.
    Pamela A.

    I'm a little harsher on our experience here than my husband, primarily because the restaurant touts its authentic Korean food and...not so much. Bibimbap is one of my favorite Asian dishes. By the time I pry rice off the bottom of that sizzling hot pan, all the flavors have mingled to make the sticky baked rice a real treat. We paid extra for the hot pot (weird since how can you have bibimbap without it?) but inside the rice wasn't baked onto the surface at all. The bowl wasn't even especially hot. Likewise the bulgogi wasn't especially authentic in flavor either; it was as if a southerner made BBQ pork and then added chili paste to try to make it Korean. Don't get me wrong. The food was perfectly acceptable for people not expecting genuine Korean food, like those who are content with Olive Garden as their version of Italian fine dining. My other bone of contention was getting through dinner without one check to see if we needed anything...and as far as I knew we were the only customers at the time. We were outside on their patio so we never saw anyone to flag down. (The patio is tremendous for people watching, BTW. Highly recommend.) I don't need someone hanging over me, but at least come ask midway if we need anything or refill our water glasses. The service in general was sluggish to the point of dismissive. Our appetizer took 20 minutes to arrive, outrageously slow for potstickers. We saw our server when the main course arrived and for the check. That was it. At least pretend you care, man. So all in all, Bulgogi Box gets a resounding eh from me for being basically the PF Chang's of Korean food. Could have been worse but could have been so much better. I sure do miss Choi's Korea and Wings.

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    Tiarra T.

    I came in on a slow Tuesday. Not busy, and the service was quick. Literally less than 5 min. After reading so so many reviews, I opted the beef bulgogi box, and a side salad. The bulgogi was good, however not the best bulgogi I have had. I'm a huge fan of Korean bbq, so I frequent lots of places, the location is very cute and provides a great place to hang with friends.

    Beef Bulgogi Fried Rice
    Carolyn L.

    Starving and wanted something I haven't had before. I was by myself. So I was looking for a quiet place to chill, cool down and eat in peace. I thought Bulgogi Box would've been perfect. Came to find out, their dining area is still closed for seating. And the gentleman that took care of me wasn't the friendliest. He keep brushing me off on how the dining room is closed and I asked if I can sit out on the patio and he keep repeating that the dining area is closed and didn't want to directly answer my question. I was disappointed. Ordered the Bulgogi fried rice: 3/5 it was good but a little greasy. You definitely need that fried over hard egg. It comes with the miso soup: 5/5 that was really good. Comfort and earthy. Even in this hot weather I still love every bit of it. I'll come back and try other things on the menu. But definitely not until their dining room is open again

    Great draft selection!
    John H.

    You should go. Great people watching patio with solid local beer options. I love Korean food...so really looked forward to checking this place out. Our waiter recommended the Potstickers ($9) to start and we enjoyed them. My bride and I both had hot bowl Bibimbap ($18) and they were good...albeit not not really a "dolsot" sizzling bowl. The ingredients weren't what I would have expected (e.g. corn in Bibimbap?). Service from Matt was fantastic!

    Boneless Korean Fried Chicken Wings - LTO
    Adrika C.

    As a seasoned traveler and foodie who has had the privilege of traveling to South Korea, I was deeply impressed by Bulgogi Box! My partner and I came for date night and ordered drinks and 4 dishes which totaled to about $70 (without tip) - extremely reasonable! The fries were perfectly crispy and the spicy aioli was a great accompaniment. The boneless Korean fried chicken was extraordinarily crunchy, doused in a tangy sauce with some heat. The kimchi was fabulous. And the spicy pork bulgogi box bowl was my favorite! The meat was tender and well seasoned with the perfect amount of fat rendered, on top of a bed of soft, warm white rice that was mixed in the sauce that went over the pork. I rarely finish my entire plate when I go out to eat. For the first time in memory, I did so here! We will definitely be back for more! I've had the chance to try remarkable food in South Korea, and to me, Bulgogi Box is as close as you can get for affordable and delicious Korean food in Charlotte. Sure, you can go to a fancy and upscale place for an expensive and high quality meal that is traditional KBBQ, but you can also enjoy Korean food that is just as delicious here! I've lived in this area for 12 years and I'm glad to see that there are finally some good options for my favorite cuisine! I've had great Korean food in Atlanta and NYC, and Charlotte is now catching up to other cities that have more of a "scene" for Asian cuisine. A special thanks to the owner, Jin, who was so personable and came over to say hi after our meal was over!

    Adria C.

    Visited on a Saturday just after 5pm - surprisingly not many people inside. I choose to sit outside since the weather was beautiful and to "people watch". My server was very attentive and assisted with the menu since this was my first visit. My starter: Fried Pork Ribs - Spicy Korean [$18] My entree: BIBIM Bowl [$19.25] The ribs were good and the spicy korean sauce has a good kick to it! But the BIBIM bowl was delicious - I went with the beef! A side comes with the BIBIM Bowl and I selected their miso soup. That was a bad decision ... it wasn't good. My server recomended getting the BIBIM in a hot pot. I went with this recommendation ... FYI it's a $1 charge for the hot pot. My total for everything came to $41.40 Parking ... I visited Saturday early evening so parking was scarce. HOWEVER there is a parking garage for residents/retail right behind the restaurant. I was able to slide right on into a spot with several spots available!!! It does come with a 2-hour limit.

    B.B. Frites left. Potstickers right.
    Chris S.

    This was outstanding Casual Korean Fare. It was so good, it broke my nearly year long hiatus with writing reviews to tell you about this place! My wife and I were a bit tired of the "usual" spots around Concord so we decided to get adventurous and find a place in South End that we hadn't been too -- best decision of the week so far. I'm going to be honest, I saw the prices online and I was a little hesitant at first, bear with me on that. We arrive a bit off-peak for lunch, and were told at the counter that it's counter service only until 5pm, which was perfectly fine. We ordered B.B. Frites, Potstickers, Grilled Chicken Bulgogi Box, and a Korean Fried Chicken Bowl. Food arrived very quickly and all in to-go boxes (again, table service starts at 5pm). B.B Fries were quite good. Served with a "spicy" aioli and very crispy. They're seasoned with a Korean Spice Blend (appears to be mostly gochugaru) and hit all the right marks. The aioli was a nice touch, I wouldn't necessarily say spicy but to each their own. The main dishes, Grilled Chicken Bulgogi and the Korean Fried Chicken Bowl, were top notch as well. While we shared everything, I mostly leaned to the Fried Chicken Bowl. It was a perfect balance of savory notes, perfectly breaded chicken that delivered on crunch and flavor. Every addition had its place, from the runny egg that added creaminess, to corn with a great texture, and even chickpeas which I wasn't expecting but was very pleasing in this dish. It would be hard to try something new next time after ordering this today. I saved the best for last. The Potstickers are hands down the best pan dumpling I've tried in charlotte (even better than a certain lady that makes dumplings in Optimist Hall). The outer dumpling skin had a texture I've never seen around town. It reminded me of a thin tempura coating, a dumpling sleight of hand if you will. The pork and chicken filling was delicious, but the texture was the star of the show. I'm so glad we came here. I can't wait to come back and explore the rest of the menu. I said earlier the prices looked a bit high, but this food is worth every penny. Bravo, Bulgogi Box!

    Della L.

    While in Charlotte for the weekend we were on the hunt for some amazing Korean corn dogs! Bulgogi box was recommended by a friend and it did not disappoint! The staff was very friendly and the establishment was extremely clean. The server was extremely nice and explained the menu very well. The corn dogs were absolutely delicious, we also got marinated cucumbers, boneless wings And a beef bulgogi box all of which were spectacular!

    Noah N.

    Very good food and good beer on draft. The bartender was very nice as well giving recommendations since I'm new in town. I'll be back for sure Get that hot sauce it's dank

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    Nice spot for Korean, love the bulgogi here. The staff are nice and can talk you through the menu too.

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    Awesome! Thank you!!

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    Delicious Bulgogi! I had the salad and my boyfriend had the fried rice. The kimchi is perfectly spicy.

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    Ask the Community - Bulgogi Box

    Do you take reservations for dinner on weekends? Also, are you really open for dining in (not just take-out) during weekday lunch hours?

    Yes, we take reservations for full service on weekdays after 5pm and all day Saturday and Sunday

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