Amazing service, amazing food, amazing people, amazing kimchi. I genuinely can't think of anything bad to say! 10/10 would recommend!

First time here. Located located in Ala Moana location. By convention center. Parking lot to the side of restaurant- about 10 stalls. Friendly pleasant welcoming service Clean tables and restaurant. Neat. Quiet and relaxing. Atmosphere We ordered LA galbi (kalbi), meat jeon (meat jun), hot stone potbi bim bap, and stir fried squid Every dish was tasty!!! The prices are great for the food that you get!! Must come back!! read more

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Chogajib has officially earned a spot as our new go-to Korean restaurant in Honolulu! We came with the family and ordered a variety of dishes to share, including the galbi, spicy pork, tofu stew, meat jun, and kimchi pancake. Every dish that arrived at the table was delicious. The galbi was tender and flavorful, the spicy pork had just the right amount of heat, the tofu stew was comforting and rich, and both the meat jun and kimchi pancake were perfectly cooked and packed with flavor. Of course, no Korean meal is complete without great banchan, and Chogajib delivered. The assortment of side dishes hit the spot and complemented every bite of our meal. We found ourselves reaching for seconds on more than a few of them. The service was another highlight. Despite being busy, the staff was fast, attentive, and genuinely friendly. Our food came out quickly, and everyone made us feel welcome from start to finish. If you're looking for authentic, satisfying Korean food in Honolulu with generous portions, great banchan, and excellent service, Chogajib is definitely worth a visit. We'll be back often! read more

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Writing this review as we are waiting for our food for over 1.5 hours. We came with a group of 3 to the karaoke room and there a $100 minimum. Mind you this place is near empty after midnight. We ordered to meet the minimum. Food and light soju. We had friends come and the male worker instantly lit up as he saw us. I got the impression that he saw this as easy money and he came back instantly quick when we asked for alcohol. We've asked multiple times for our food and you can legit tell he forgot about the food and only cared about serving us alcohol. The male worker is a horrible worker and person for trying to take advantage of people. Keep in mind my 100% sober this whole night. Normally a review is aimed just at food but definitely you can tell this worker likes to try and take advantage of people who drink by not giving them their food so they stay as long as possible. read more

Searched Yelp for suggestions and read the reviews for Chogalip Korean Restaurant and Bar. Located across the Convention Center. Private parking lot . We're so happy that we found them and had the opportunity to dine there. Service was excellent. The suggestions by our server were spot on. We tried the Korean Chives Pancake, Meat Jun, Galbi, and Spicy Pork Bulgogi. All were prepared hot and fresh. Everything was perfect and delicious . The Meat Jun was the best we've had on Oahu. Oh and the sauce they served with it was amazing. They should bottle it . Highly recommended read more

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We've been looking for a great tasting authentic Korean Food (tofu soup) and we saw this right across the Hawaii Convention Center. The food is truly authentic and delicious! The place was typical Korean restaurant which add to the appeal. It was very quiet since we were the only customers at 4pm, which made the service personal and intimate. Remember, this is right across the Convention Center so the traffic was very busy. I do recommend coming early. They also have limited parking since the lot shares with other businesses. However, it's worth the hassle!!! By the way, their mold is volcanic ;) read more

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We had a nice time at Chogajip. They specialize in meat jun and it comes out as a huge portion. This is a place to take some friends and drink. The service is on the slower side, but the food is worth the wait. Parking is a little hard here since the plaza is really small, but there is street parking around. The banchans are good, and overall, it's worth a visit. read more

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What do you eat for breakfast? Is it oatmeal? Is it avocado toast? My preferred breakfast is meat jeon. Dont judge! It's made with eggs! We finally were able to try Chogajip by the convention center...and it was so worth it. It had previously been a little difficult because they open at 8am and I normally eat breakfast earlier than that...but we went on a weekend, and it was delicious . They have their own dedicated parking lot which is a big win. It's shared with the foot massage parlor. When we entered, we were greeted warmly, and brought menus. But the best part is they brought out a small, warm cauldron of scorched rice barley tea. I'm so hooked. I didn't know I needed this first thing in the morning, but I do now. Soothing and smooth, this tea receives it's texture from small bits of crispy rice floating in the tea. Its the perfect 'wake up' concoction and an amazing way to start breakfast! We ordered the meat jeon and galbi breakfast so we could share and it was a good move. The meat jeon was crispy and soft at the same time. The sauce it was served with was a perfect match and I would definitely order it again. The galbi was arguably better than the meat jeon! Marinated to perfection, these large pieces were succulent, sweet and savory all at the same time. We will definitely be back to try lunch and dinner...but for sure we will be back for breakfast! read more

Chogajip - Scorched rice barley tea - Korean Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Still bomb! Place seems to be consistent with customers, food and service. When in the area this is our go to spot! read more

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My friends and I have visited this place a few times. Since then I've tried the chive jun, kimchi stew, galbijjim (spicy and regular version), army stew, and the spicy pork bibimbap. The chive jun is probably the most notable because it's so thin and crispy. The galbijjim is also pretty good as well and I like that it's the perfect size but not crazy expensive like I've seen in LA before. The kimchi stew was just okay for me. The broth could have a little more flavor. The army stew was similar in that I wish the broth had had a little more flavor but overall wasn't bad. The service has always been great. They are always super nice and welcoming when we visit. There's a little parking lot that is shared with the foot massage place that is connected that you can park in as well. read more

Chogajip - Chive jun - Korean Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I've been to Chogajip for both lunch and dinner and had great experiences each time. Their lunch special is a solid deal at $24.99--you get to choose a grilled meat paired with either bean paste stew, kimchi stew, or soft tofu stew. I went with the galbi and soft tofu stew, while my husband had the grilled yellow croaker with the same stew. The soft tofu stew had just the right amount of spice, and both meats were grilled to perfection. The yellow croaker was impressively crispy, though a bit too salty for my taste. My husband, however, really enjoyed it. For dinner on another visit, we ordered the chive geon and spicy galbi jjim. The chive geon was the crispiest I've ever had and generously packed with chives. The galbi jjim was fall-apart tender and flavorful, though a touch sweeter than I prefer. Our friends ordered the spicy pork belly bibimbap and kimchi stew, and they were very happy with their meals as well. Another bonus: they offer free parking, which is always a nice convenience. The service was also great and the food came out quick. read more

Chogajip - Lunch special: galbi, yellow croaker, and soft tofu stew - Korean Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Chogajip on Kapiolani Blvd is such a convenient spot, especially with the small parking lot right out front. At 10pm on a weekday I was surprised at how busy it got with one big group coming in. The service was genuinely friendly and very accommodating. The servers even noticed we were cold and brought us hot tea without us asking, which was such a thoughtful touch. I got the soft tofu soup, which could've used a bit more flavor and heat, but it still hit the spot--comforting and satisfying overall. The chive jeon was a standout: crispy, delicious, and perfectly cooked. Also love that they're open late night, which makes it an easy go-to when cravings hit. read more

Our waitress was super sweet! All of the food was great, ESPECIALLY the tteokbokki! It's not too far of a walk from ala Moana harbor and stays open late read more

After dinner... we were looking for dessert... But... To make a long story short,... We ended up at: ChoGaJip - Hawaii Yup... i was a bit hungry after an unsatisfying dinner... We had free parking in the small lot. We didn't have a reservation, but it wasn't crowded... maybe we missed everyone because it was kinda late at night. Service was ok... not too memorable. The decor wasn't outstanding... just practical. I got cold noodles. They were chewy and the broth had a bit of vinegar in it. The banchan was a bit spicy for me. I was full! It was just convenient and good for late night snacks since they close at 4am. Note: It used to be Masil Pocha. Thanks to my friends for going with me to dinner at a "new" place! read more

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Awesome food and service! Well come back again! Good place to eat and hang with friends!!

Absolutely Amazing food, felt like I was back in korea. The galbi was probably the best one ive had on island, as well as the meat Jeon. The only reason why im giving four stars is because of the price. A bit too pricy, but worth it if moneys not an issue read more

Chogajip - Meat jeon - Korean Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

While attending a conference at the Honolulu Convention Center, my colleagues and I were looking for a nearby, tasty spot since the food lines at the conference were too long. We stumbled upon this little gem across the street, and I'm so glad we did! I don't have much experience with Korean food, but I was pleasantly surprised. I mentioned to the server that we were on a tight schedule and needed separate checks for work reimbursement, and she had no problem accommodating us. The food came out quickly, was delicious, and we were in and out in about 30-40 minutes. I ordered the lunch special beef bulgogi, which came with white rice and a few appetizers. The portion was huge, definitely enough to share. Highly recommend this spot for a quick, tasty meal! read more

Chogajip - 63. Beef Bulgogi / lunch - Korean Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

such a great Korean spot near Ala Moana hotel! I got the spicy squid and pork stir fry and the soft tofu seafood soup & it was all so yummy! The squid pieces are pretty decent in size and there's a good ratio of squid and pork. The side dishes are really good as well. Service and ambiance are both amazing as well. 10/10 would recommend! read more

Chogajip - 67. Spicy Squid and Pork Belly Stir-fry / 오삼불고기 5. Soft Tofu Stew Seafood or Beef or Kimchi or Spam / 순두부찌개 해물/소고기/김치/스팸 - Korean Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I was excited to find a new Korean restaurant on the island during our recent trip to Honolulu. Located right across from the Convention Center, ChoGaJip has its own convenient and dedicated parking lot and access was easy. We had a family member with a wheelchair and there was one handicap parking right by the entrance. We were greeted by the friendly staff and quickly seated. Their bathroom was quite large, clean, and wheelchair-friendly. The interior was very clean and decorations are both modern and traditional in a well-balanced manner. We ordered kalbi, mandoo soup (mandoo guk), mandoo soup with rice cakes (dduk mandoo guk), seafood pancakes, and bossam (boiled pork shoulder), and dogani tang (boiled oxtail). The dishes were tasty, flavorful, and well balanced in spice. We all enjoyed our food. The higher prices reflect the current economy and are comparable to other Korean restaurants. We will return for sure! read more

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The food here was great and service was too and we will definitely come back again. We arrived like 1am in the morning and we ordered Shrimp Fried Rice, Galbi, Army Stew Hot Pot and Meat Jeon. The food was fresh and delicious. Thank you read more

craved something hearty and warm! after all the adventures i lov tofu soup especially the kimchi seafood flavors. the banchan was okay; the galbi is pretty standard -- p good prices thooo read more

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Good food for the price. Also can kinda hear people singing karaoke which makes for some solid entertainment of sorts

Food is just ok level. Service is good. Don't order the Hangover Wake up Soup, it's not original taste because it's missing the most important ingredient( OX blood). Average $30-$40 per person. read more

food was really good super tasty. the service was great especially just for one lady helping everyone at 12 midnight. pretty good seating they also have kareoke rooms im pretty sure where they serve as well which is cool. definitely would come back to try more food, favorite was definitely the rib soup i wish they gave more meat it was great! read more

Chogajip - fish jeon kalbi - Korean Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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When I walked in, I immediately saw older korean people eatting there, I knew right away we found a great spot. Service was quick and polite, the foods were PHENOMENAL! We had the short ribs soup, Galbi, Seafood pancake, kimchi tofu soup and teowpoki; all were great! Highly recommend this place! read more

I am Korean. However, I noticed that the waitresses were very friendly to local customers, but noticeably less friendly to Korean customers. It was quite hurtful. I also ordered the "king-size tonkatsu" for takeout. The portion was very small -- about the size of my palm -- and it only came with cabbage salad and kimchi. The price was $26. Even at a specialty tonkatsu restaurant, I would not expect this portion and quality for that price. read more

I enjoy coming here as it has various Korean dishes that isn't K BBQ. The side dishes are good as they come with various banchan like mungbean, radish kimchee, fresh kimchee, kelp with cho-gochujang, cabbage salad, and some other greens. My most recent order was king tonkatsu and it was thin battered and crispy- so good! The dipping sauce was on the vinegary side but complimented the dish well. It doesn't come with a gravy but I didn't mind as I do not like sauce on my fried dishes. Sullung tang is a bone broth soup that is milky white and has tendon, thinly sliced brisket and somen noodles inside. I usually add the banchan radish sauce for a sour flavor, and they offer you black pepper and salt to your taste. Kimchee chigae was nice and flavorful, has pork and kimchee in the stew, both come with rice. FYI: korean food is typically served with chili pepper and can be spicy. read more

Great food and good service. It was quiet when we went for an early dinner so it was quiet, but they did serve authentic Korean food. The fish had great flavor. read more

First time dining at Chogajip and we loved it so much we came back a second time! From the moment we walked in, our waitress was incredibly welcoming and friendly, taking the time to help us decide what to order and giving great suggestions. We ordered the kalbi, meat jun, kimchee fried rice, and finished with a refreshing peach and pineapple soju -- everything was absolutely delicious and full of flavor. Each dish was perfectly cooked and so satisfying. This has officially become our go-to favorite spot for Korean food. Highly recommend! read more

This restaurant has taken over Masil Pocha. They have not rebranded the outside of the restaurant. Expectations were soon lowered after we discovered this truth. Different cooks and interpretations if the flavor. Overall, the banchan was by far the best versus the actual food. We ordered a typical welch salad, however too much vinegar was put into the dish. The other dish we ordered was a squid/pork stir fry. This was better. Masil Pocha, I surely miss you. read more

We wanted to try a new korean place and thought to give this place a visit. We ordered spicy fried chicken, kalbi plate, and meat jun. It was overpriced for the portion we received. It was just 2 piece meat jun for $22 bucks, definitely a rip off. Kalbi was $27. Look like they only gave 3 strips and cut it into 3 pieces. Small portions for the being overly priced. Spicy fried chicken was dried. It was a over cooked where the batter was dark dark brown. Kalbi was not charbroiled with grill marks. She glazed korean bbq sauce over the meat. Meat jun was was okay. Small selection of bachans. They offered super basic ones. The kimchee was really good tho but that's about it. There was 3 of us and we ordered 3 dishes, we got only 2 rice bowls. So we asked for another ... its just white rice not like those fancy purple rice. Anyways we got charged $2 for extra rice. Sucks we wanted try out a new places. We were unhappy with our food. Eating out is a luxury for all of us now days, so I expect the food to be good. Especially how expensive it is! read more

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Food was so delicious! The waitress was so awesome and very helpful to explain the menu to us. The easiest way she also recommended instagram which was very helpful to see the menu with pictures. The restaurant was very nice and clean. Go early it filled up very fast read more

Chogajip - 5. Soft Tofu Stew Seafood - Korean Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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I have a lot to say about this place. First of all they don't tell you need to spend a minimum of $100 when you go into their karaoke rooms. Then after about 45 min later if you don't order enough food or drinks they tell you that you have to spend a minimum of $100. What kind of bs is that? My daughter and her friends went around 10 pm. They had already had dinner and wanted to just sing and have a few pupus. They ended up having to spend $120 just because the waitress was badgering them to order $100 worth of food or drinks. So I called them back after she came home with a bunch of uneaten boxes of food. It's insane how they took advantage of them. She ended up yelling back at me saying she didn't do anything wrong. Won't ever go back to this place. I used to frequent it a lot too. They're pushy, rude and unethical. I'm wondering if they took advantage of them because they're younger and I wasn't there to say anything to them. Either way, it was totally wrong and the way they handled it was very wrong. read more

Tasty food that brought me great memories of home cooking. Kimchi and all side dishes are fantastic!! Will be back. Jigae and bulgogi are excellent read more

Signs may be confusing as well as Apple/Google maps! Food here was all around pretty good! For the prices you'd expect the meat quality to be a bit better but nonetheless we all still enjoyed the meal! The Galbi Jjim was excellently flavored. Meat jun and Galbi were just ok. I also loved the spicy radish that came with the bosam. Service here was great and not too busy so you don't have to stress a reservation or long wait times! read more

Located on the former spot of Masil Pocha, Chogajip has recently reopened at 1718 Kapiolani Blvd. The staff is friendly and professional, the atmosphere is relaxed and the menu is quite interesting. The most common meats available on the menu are, in order: octopus, squid, fish beef and pork. I didn't see chicken offered on the menu. Due to there being two other Korean restaurants within walking distance, I have my doubts about whether Chogajip can survive in the long term, its major advantage being that it opens at 8:00am, far earlier than its competitors. I always root for the underdog and I wish Chogajip the very best. read more

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I visited this Korean restaurant trusting it would be authentic, but had a very disappointing experience. The food was mediocre at best. The real issue occurred during payment. I clearly tipped 20%, but when I checked my credit card statement later, I discovered they had arbitrarily changed it to 32%. It appears they took advantage of the fact that I'm a tourist who can't easily return or dispute the charge in person. As a fellow Korean, I'm deeply disappointed by these business practices. For future customers: Keep your original receipt Immediately compare your card notification with the receipt amount Consider paying in cash if possible I hope this restaurant will operate with integrity moving forward. read more

Friendly service, The server who took care of us was very oriented. She brought our food in a timely manner. We didn't have to wait long. The ambiance was very old Korean style and cozy. We ordered stir fry squid, Gal bi, Bul go gi, Shrimp fried rice, Pork cutlet and fried dumplings. They were all very good. The prices were reasonable and the quality of servings were good portions. I would patronize this establishment again. Glad we tried this place. read more

My new favorite korean spot!! Our server, Jin, was so attentive and friendly. We ordered Meat Jeon and Galbi which comes with rice and sides and all of the food was so tasty and fresh. I especially loved the galbi and shoyu potatoes. Restaurant was clean and there are some karaoke rooms on the side and you can listen to the music playing. Will most definitely be back again!! read more

Chogajip - 62. Galbi / La 32. Meat Jeon / - Korean Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Everything on the menu is delicious and reasonably priced. I tried breakfast, lunch and dinner. read more

Chogajip - Korean Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii