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    Chodang

    4.3 (579 reviews)
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    Kimchi Tofu soup, short beef rib
    Le T.

    It was my first time at Chodang. My friends raved about how good their beef tofu soup was. The beef tofu soup is so good that my friends insisted everyone get their own! No sharing! The beef tofu was my favorite! I loved the flavor. My second favorite dish was the beef short ribs cooked perfectly and great flavor. I finally got to try the raw marinated crab, which was so flavorful and delicious. We got to met the owner and she was so nice!! She also introduce us to her mother the master chef! I love that this restaurant is a small family owned restaurant. If you're in the area please stop in and give them a try if you are looking for good Korean food.

    Banchan
    Katelyn H.

    When my family and I found out they had raw marinated crab we immediately rushed over and we were not disappointed! Everyone was welcoming and greeted us at the door. Service was quick and the lady that helped us was so nice! When we ordered she recommended to get 3-4 dishes for my family of 6. Serving size was just enough and we did order extra rice. The banchan was great as well. Raw marinated crab was flavorful but wish it had more meat inside. (8/10) LA galbi (9/10) Fried squid (8/10) Kimchi stew (10/10)

    Lunch special: Bulgogi + tofu soup
    Lisa L.

    My sisters and I used to come here all the time, it was one of our favorite places. Haven't been here for over a year, went back yesterday. I was genuinely disappointed. The portions were smaller, while the prices have increased a lot. The tofu soup tasted kind of bland. We ordered the seafood tofu soup, it was just a few small oysters and hardly any other seafood. I don't think we'll be going back there again.

    Short ribs, scallion pancake, tofu soup, tendon soup, and ban cha
    Linda M.

    One of the best Korean restaurants in AZ! We love going here food and service is always consistent. Whenever I want authentic and homey Korean food this is my go to. The food is made by the grandma and front is serviced by the daughter and her son. The son was our server today and he is so kind and polite! Such great service 10/10. I realized I never left a review. But if you want Korean food that hits the spot go here, good food and people!

    Kimchi Tofu Soup
    Shan C.

    Parking is in the back. I've passed by this place many times on AZ Ave, finally got to try it out. It's very cozy inside, kind of like a tavern. I got the tofu kimchi soup. It was good! Paired well with the rice. It leans salty (FYI for your preference). The side dishes were really good. We ate everything. Service is very efficient.

    ban chan
    Claire C.

    We ordered two soups, a kimchi pancake and galbi. The LA galbi was good, not burned and not too salty. I loved their kimchi pancake, it was crispy and full of kimchi flavor, definitely will get this again. The galbi tang was my favorite, the soup wasn't too salty, and the amount of protein was so generous, and came with egg, so good. My husband ordered beef tripe, flat meat and tendon soup, I don't eat those so only tried the soup, it was good too, but I prefereed mine. Their ban chan was good but not too special. Overall, food was decent, and reasonable price.

    Young C.

    I wanted some Korean food and we were some what close so decided to come here. I believe I came here many years ago but not 100%. Ordered yukgaejang, Seoul leong tang, and spicy pork bulgogi.. Well, my mom said this place is known for soup which I can agree. Both of the soup was yummy. Yukgaejang was nice and spicy and pretty decent amount of veggies and meat. Seoul leong tong was also pretty dang good. Nice harty broth. Side dishes were actually pretty darn good. Now for bulgogi was sub par. It wasn't bad but definitely not worth the money. This place was not quite 4 but closer to 4 then 3. Only other complain was that dishes price are on the high end.

    Beef Tofu Soup, selleongtang, raw marinated crab. Food was great

    Food was great, service was great and very attentive! I loved the rice and the texture of it

    Esmeralda M.

    Absolutely DELICIOUS! We've been living here a year and most recently tried choosing and Ong so gooooooog! We had a seafood pancake, yukdaejang, and ox bone soup. Absolutely DELICIOUS!!!!!!!! The flavors on everything were so good. Made fresh to order. I cannot wait to go back!

    Some of the complimentary banchan
    Bethany W.

    What a hidden gem in Chandler!! The outside looks very unsuspecting and is nothing fancy, but once you step inside you'll know you're going to get some good Korean food. The owners were so friendly and fun to chat with. They moved from Seattle and started this restaurant 2ish years ago; and the mom makes everything from scratch!! I've always wanted to try neng myun and this was the perfect 110-degree day in AZ to do that! I brought a friend that had never had Korean food and we were both amazed at how good everything was. The neng myun was so flavorful, refreshing, and filling! The bibim neng myun had the perfect spice level for me (mild). All the banchan was fantastic. This is a Korean place you HAVE to try while you're in the area!! I will definitely be back to try more of the dishes when I'm in town!!

    Kimchijeon.
    Joyce W.

    I'm not just a foodie, I'm a tofu-die Oof, I hate updating a review but with new owners comes new flavors and these new flavors ain't it for me. I came for some mandoo soon dubu and a kimchijeon. Once the place for my favorite soon dubu, but now? Not so much. I'm use to the soup coming to the table boiling violently with a temperature similar to the surface of the sun. Not this time. I could probably have soon dubu every day and not be bored but not if it's from Chodang. While not entirely unsatisfying, I would rather spend my money elsewhere to have a gooey egg and for it to be brought to the table looking like a small witch's cauldron full of simmering egg and soft tofu. As for the kimchijeon, it was decent, albeit a bit greasy. My family enjoys this place so I'll probably be back but if it's my choice, I'd rather go to some of the other local spots around town for soup. Bonnie is super cool though so tip well!

    Rice cake and dumpling soup.
    Yen R.

    Always amazing! Our go to spot for Korean food. Love their soups. Friendly owners. Banchan always hits. Yum!

    Brian K.

    Have been coming here for years and it is as great as ever. There seems to have been a misunderstanding that this place has moved but it has not

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    This stuff tastes good. Plain and simple. Helpful staff. Good stuff.

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    Really traditional Korean food :) Reminds me the Seafood Tofu soup I've had in Seoul.

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    Awesome Korean! Tofu Soups are the best! Bulgogi is amazing. Highly recommended

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    The only place to go for Korean in the area. If you can do the gangnam style dance, you get 20% off. :)

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    Delicious and authentic... We had a great lunch though came out like $20 per person. 4 soups, jap chae, bulgogi and kalbi.

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    Loved the kim chi. The beef and pork was excellent. The place is a bit of a whole on the outside but clean on the inside.

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    I love this place. It's rare that here in the Valley you can find very good Korean food. Here it is!

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    Loved this place! Randomly found it while driving through Mesa and it's best authentic food I've found!

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    Ask the Community - Chodang

    Any vegetarian options without fish or meat?

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