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I've now been lucky enough to visit Chingu for happy hour, and for lunch and can solidly say that this place is five star material. For happy hour you'll be treated to some really inventive and delicious cocktails, and paired with savory korean bites, there really isn't anything to complain about - except for maybe not coming here sooner. Chingu recently started offering lunch and while it's a more limited menu, I was really delighted by the noodle stir fry I had. It was a cold day and this dish was piping hot, and chock full of great flavor. It was also a healthy enough size that I was able to take about half of it home and get a second lunch out of it. I still haven't been able to try the fried chicken here which looks insane, so dinner here will be my next endeavor. This place should be on everyone's radar in KC. It's cozy, has great food, and I've had nice service each time as well.
Wow! Love this place. Friday night at 5:15, we had a reservation but didn't need one at that time. By the time we left it was filling up. This was also happy hour and they have fantastic food choices on the happy hour menu, including their AMAZING chicken wings! Biggest wings Ive ever seen and delicious. We also loved the fried tofu and kimchi fries. Entrees were Bibimpap and Japchae with shaved ribeye. Both were good but the Japchae my favorite. The only challenge is finding parking, but it's worth the challenge. We will be back for happy hour! Highly recommend.
안녕하세요!! I'm out of Elite Squad Yelper captivity, and celebrating with my Korean brothers and sisters with some CHINGU! I spent a year in Korea and love Korean cuisine. I've had quite a bit! Spent a lot of time eating Korean food in Gangnam, Hongdea, of course Itaewon and all over Seoul. I stuck to the Beef Short Ribs and these things were full..I mean FULL OF FLAVOR! The flavor profile is eccentric and bold, the Char on the ribs bring out the deep profiles of soy, garlic, and ginger. TBH me and my family make out teriyaki sauce and it has similarities but (we are Hawaiian). If you want bold, unique, and indescribably different tastes from a normal Korean restaurant I think you'll find that here. While the same in many aspects I feel like the unique and what seems to be artistically thought out recipes you can distinctively tell CHINGU beats their own drum!! I'd say this place is appropriate for a fun, more than casual, but satisfyingly enjoyable Korean restaurant. (Alittle on the fine dining compared to other Korean restaurants). Downside: The kimchi- While surprisingly flavorful it stands out of not my favorite or near best tasting Kimchi I've had....Im a huge advocate for good kimchi but this one I would not refer to someone and expect them to like it. Like I said rather flavorful, I think it misses the mark. (It is vegan) I don't believe that's the kicker because I've had vegan Kimchi. Overal I think it's a cool spot!
I was super excited to try this place since I've heard that it is very busy usually but I came in during their lunch hour today and it was pretty empty - I was quite surprised. Now when I try a new spot, I make it a mission to order at least three things off the menu so that I give this place a fair rating. I did stop by with a friend so it also helped with all the food we were getting. Our serve was pretty nice and when I was ordering he kinda made a joke and said "wow that's a lot of food for just two people" side eye lol.. but that's okay! I care more about the food. So let's jump in. The bibimbap was brought out first and was served with a side of tofu sauce. I'm a big carnivore person but recently have been trying to venture out and try meatless things so it made sense to me to order this. The base was a heaping amount of white rice, has veggies, tofu and the sunny side up egg. The sauce itself tasted like a very sweet ketchup. With all the veggies, I felt like I needed even more sauce. If you are a big fan of bibimbap, this is pretty good. But, to be honest, I probably won't come here to order this again. I'm glad I tried it but it didn't really stick out to me. I ordered the Stir Fry bowl with noodles, spicy pork and their Gochujang sauce - and this might been the tastiest thing I had here. I'm not a big spicy person and the sauce was not overly spicy - it just had enough of a kick to amplify the flavor. I'm firm with believing that noodles were the best pairing for the dish instead of the rice. The Korean Fried Chicken was served last and the wings were unbelievably crispy and packed with flavor. I got a side of soy ginger sauce but the sauce really wasn't needed. The crispy chicken skin was all the flavor you really needed. *Order the Stir fry bowl with NOODLES - and venture out and get the gochujang sauce (it pairs perfectly) *if you can, stop by during the lunch hour - you won't have to worry about finding parking and your receive fast, prompt service Will definitely be coming back to try other things off the menu :-)
I've only tried their lunch menu and have heard better things about their dinner menu, so this review is based on just lunch. Fried cauliflower and rice cakes (tteokbokki): amazing. 10/10 would get again. Would totally get again and has enough of a portion size to be a meal (if you're not sharing). I prefer fried tteokbokki to regularly prepared tteokbokki. Popcorn chicken hoagie: 4/10 enjoyment. I dislike wasting food but couldn't bring myself to finish this. The cucumbers would've been better pickled. The popcorn chicken breading and chicken itself were kind of sad and not flavorful. I couldn't just pick up this sandwich without making a mess because the popcorn chicken pieces just kept falling out. Nothing about this hoagie felt like it really went together flavor-wise which was a surprise because it all sounded like it'd be great together. Fries were good, though. Galbi cheesesteak: 6/10 better than the hoagie. If you like cheesesteaks, you'll like this one. Personally, I thought it still had strange off flavor I couldn't place.
I miss them, especially the kimchi fried rice please reopen somewhere else. Really enjoyed them when they first opened
Delicious food! Excellent vibes! Our waitress was awesome and super helpful. Highly recommend the bossam if you come during the weekend as it's one of their specials. It's easy to order a couple of dishes and split it amongst a group. My friends and I ordered the corn cheese and gochujang ribs in addition to the bossam and that was easily shared amongst the three of us. If you like to drink, they have a good menu for soju and others. As someone who eats Korean food at home, this is the real deal! The meat was juicy and well marinated for the ribs, the pork belly was *chef's kiss*. I could eat the cheese corn all day.
This is a great spot in Westport if you are looking for some great Korean food! The service was great the entire time we had our 12 coworkers eating lunch. All the food was fantastic and came out timely. Definitely don't sleep on this place and check it out!
Chingu is a wonderful, quaint little spot in Westport with a tiny dining room and big menu! It's a flavor bomb and well worth a visit, especially if you like Korean food and are feeling a little adventurous. They have a nice happy hour, great drink menu, and shareable-size portions so you can try multiple things. We ordered the Dduk Galbi Sliders w/ Fries (delicious soy marinated burgers with a gochujang ketchup) and Gamja Korokke (absolutely delicious fried potato and cheese balls) from the happy hour menu, and the Pajeon (amazing savory herb pancakes with sauce) and Bibimbap (rice, veggie, and egg bowl) from the regular menu. The table also received white rice, Kimchi, pickled onions, and black beans with our choices. Everything was full of flavor, the staff was friendly and personable, and the experience was definitely a five star one!
I think I was one of the first customer on the day I visited. The food was good and larger portion than I expected. The waiters assumed I came in for a takeout order but service got better. The restaurant was quiet and welcoming.
The staff is so friendly and the place is nice, no parking so if you find a parking on the side take it. The food was great we got Japche, the galbi bbq, chicken and the corn cheese. Must try
I've been wanting to try Chingu for a long time now! Make sure if you can to get reservations! They also do walk ins but they're so popular I feel it'll def be a wait. I came on a Monday right when they opened and it wasn't that many people. There was so many options to choose from. Ended up picking the Pajeon which is a fluffy pancake! It was very flavorful especially with the sweet soy sauce! I love Tteokbokki and at Chingu they make it with the black bean sauce... oh man great combo! Also, they serve delicious kpop song themed drinks! I was able to get a yummy mocktail. I would love to come back later in the evening, I bet the ambiance is fun!
There are so many incredible places to eat in Westport, it has taken us a while to get to Chingu but we are so glad we went! The place is very bright, clean, and has a fun, friendly vibe. We made it in at the end of happy hour so tried several items. It was such a diverse collection of flavors and textures--we had a lot of fun sampling some of their most popular items. We wouldn't recommend the trumpet mushrooms, but the fried chicken wings are to die for! We will definitely go back.
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Best experience. Made a reservation and when we arrived our reserved spot at the bar was available. They were very attentive during our visit. The ambiance is great, feels homey and warm. The food and drinks were delicious. The crispy wings and bibimbap bowl were my favorite. read more
Absolutely loved the food! The portions are massive! I had the tofu stew and the egg made it so delicious! I wish they put more eggs haha. My friend got the chicken and it was absolutely incredible! The kimchi was probably my favorite kimchi I've ever had and i was just in Korea back in November! We will definitely be back! read more
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This may be my new favorite restaurant in kc! The food was so amazing. Every single thing we ordered we loved. The free sides are all an added bonus and a nice touch. I also loved the cocktails! read more
3 years ago
This was my first time visiting Chingu but definitely will not be my last! The food was really good! It was made to order and I didn't have to wait long at all, the bartender was really friendly and upbeat, he also provided with great recommendations. I had the love in space cocktails and it was strong and delicious! The restaurant setting was nice and cozy! Also this is a sharing restaurant so portions are big and shareable for a group of 2-6 people. I can't wait for my next visit! read more
4 years ago
Great food and service. Super knowledgeable. Peach soju is super refreshing. PJeon is nice and savory read more
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We ordered the jjolymun, LA Galbi and the Bossam. All three were delicious but I liked the LA Galbi the best. We took home the leftovers and they were delicious the next day! The food was fresh. The cocktails were delicious and refreshing. The meat was served hot and the service was outstanding. We will return. read more
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Friends and I had been hearing so many reviews about Chingu that we had to go give it a try ourselves! We made a reservation for a Friday night and they looked BUSY! There was music, drinks, and overall just a fun vibe in the restaurant, seems like every table was having a great night! Our waiter was so kind and explained the backstory on the name of the restaurant, gave us drink recommendations and portion sizes so we could decide what to order. For our group of 3 we decided on 3 appetizers and 2 entrees. Our appetizers included: Pajeon (scallion pancakes), Mandu Bokkem (crispy pork dumplings and veggies) and the Corn Cheese along with a variety of different kimchi and pickled veggie options. The Pajeon was alright, it came with a soy sauce and a small salad, but did lack some flavor, and had an actual pancake-like consistency, not a crispy one you get at most places. The Mandu Bokkem was my favorite dish of the night!! The dumplings were crunchy and full of pork, the veggies cooked great, and tossed in an amazing gochujang sauce!! The corn cheese was my next favorite, and had identical flavors to a street corn/elote dish, and was extremely fresh and light! For our entrees: KFC in garlic soy and gochujang sauce and the Bossam. The wings had a great crisp and crunch to them, and were massive in portion sizes. The flavors were good but the wings were missing an element of sauciness to them. A little more sauce would've made them a 10/10. The Bossam came with romaine lettuce, thick slices of pork belly, a sauce, some cut veggies and shrimp is what we thought from the pile of pink stuff as well as some rice. The pork belly was fatty and juicy, and cooked perfectly. The dish overall was a little underwhelming with flavors, but it was our last dish of the night so we could've just been full. We ended with a lemon mochi dessert and a few leftovers for the next day. Overall, Chingu has an incredible atmosphere, service, the employees are fantastic! In terms of food, I probably won't be ordering the same entrees next time but am so excited to try some of their tofu stews as well as other options that look so yummy!! read more
4 years ago
Tried this place out for dinner tonight & we will definitely be coming back!! Everything was so flavorful & the service was fantastic! Highly recommend the bossam & the pajeon! read more
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IN LOVE is the only way I can describe it. There has been a lot of amazing food businesses at this location, however this one is my favorite! I was just talking to my friends how it's so hard to find good Korean food in KC, I was so spoiled back home when one was in every corner and was really missing it. My friend surprised me with this newer establishment, and I couldn't believe I hadn't heard of it! The assortment of fermented items were so delicious and a perfect palate cleanser. The rice was so soft and the right amount of sticky. The pork belly was the best I've ever had (and I used to work at a BBQ restaurant!) the wings were my favorite! We got the soy citrus ones and the breading is this amazing rice blend, that keeps the chicken crunchy even when sauced. Such an amazing experience! Love the aesthetic of the pink, the employees were all great and welcoming, and managers seemed attentive and table touched. Ever drink we had was top tier, refreshing, beautiful looking, and hit the spot! Will be coming back for sure for more kimchi! read more
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First introduction to Kansas City was a hit. Love the appetizers that come with your meal and the waitress was sweet. read more
4 years ago
I've been here twice and both times neither the food nor the cocktails have disappointed! The short ribs and baby back ribs are so delicious! Love in space is a great whiskey cocktail, pink venom goes down a little too easy (in a good way) and tastes like a pink starburst, beautiful monster and anti fragile are also very good cocktails. I love the vibes here, a great date night spot. Also their kitchen is open late which is great for those who eat dinner late like me. My only critique is that at times the service can be a tad slow but I assume it's just because they are always very busy! This spot is definitely one of my go-to's now! read more
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Not a place for family. Maybe for hanging out with appetizers. The goods aren't authentic Korean food. 4 out of 10 read more
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Chingu offers incredible Korean Street Food great for sharing. The crispy wings, the hot kimchi jjigae, the savory cheesy corn -- all super flavorful and delicious. Lots of good vegetarian options for the group and all of the cocktails were perfect. A great place to go with friends or family and an awesome addition to Kansas City's food scene. read more
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Chingu is such a wonderful place for a meal with friends. Everytime I've been for dinner, I've had fantastic food with great service. It's always fun to try the new banchan that comes with the meal as well. Some of my favorite dishes I've tried so far are the dolsat bibimbap with short rib, kimchi jigae, Mandu bokkem, and the corn cheese. Would absolutely recommend! read more
3 years ago
My husband and I held our wedding reception at Chingu, and they did SUCH an incredible job with the private event / restaurant buyout. The team went above and beyond to ensure our vision was brought to life, from the menu to the decor to the dance floor. It's the best restaurant in town for a date night, and I am so happy they are extending that experience to private events too. No matter what the occasion is, if you're looking for excellent food and a great vibe, you have to check out Chingu! read more
3 years ago
Am I in the Westport area of Kansas City or am I at a trendy eatery in the Sungnyemun (Namdaemun) district of Seoul Korea...it's hard to tell. Once you enter Chingu you're surrounded by the great smells of upscale Korean fare--Enjoy! The staff is welcoming, attentive and service is excellent. A small menu offers outstanding choices of Korean specialties, (generally spiced down a bit for typical American customers taste). The Pajeon (traditional Korean pancake) is wonderful, served with fresh freesia salad, soy dipping sauce, great for sharing. Our party of 5 also shared the Korean Fried Chicken, 6 amazingly genius sized whole wings, we selected the soy citrus sauce, sticky, sweet and salty--excellent! The star at our table was the order of Bossam (pork belly). Again a generous shareable portion....delicious pork, lettuce for wraps along with shrimp flakes, sweet bean sauce, jalapeño slices and raw garlic slices--VERY traditional and again well prepared and presented. Capped the meal off by sharing Choco-strawberry pie (again very traditionally Korean). Will be back to enjoy this great place...Remember you're in Westport not Seoul...the name is perfect CHINGU, "friend" in Korean language. read more
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Amazing. The food, service, atmosphere.. everything. We tried so many amazing dishes but can't wait to go back to try more and bring friends. Portion sizes are huge for sharing. They'll bring you little appetizer dishes to try before &/or during your meal (unlimited). read more
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4117 Pennsylvania Ave
Kansas City, MO 64111
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