These folks probably need another great review like Elon Musk needs an increase in his allowance, but fairness demands that I not keep silent regarding my enjoyment of this restaurant: THE ROSES: Ample dedicated parking. The staff is gracious, prompt, professional, and - I hope no one objects when I say this - rather attractive. Generous portions and reasonable prices for what you're getting. The food is nothing sort of legendary - bold flavors and dishes have the perfect balance of sweet, heat, savory, and umami. THE THORNS: None significant enough to mention. NEITHER ROSE NOR THORN: It is important to note that this place is insanely popular with the area's Korean community. The restaurant is quite busy Thursday thru Sunday, and significant waits for a table are likely. Monday thru Wednesday is your best time for going and getting a table without a wait. The price of some dishes, like their signature offering, Kalbijjim, might give you a pause ($80+). It is important to keep in mind this is made to order, and one serving can easily serve four regular appetites. If you're just a couple, you're definitely going to be taking this home with you. This is not a bad thing, as Kalbijjim is one of those dishes that is even better the next day and doesn't suffer from reheating. THE VERDICT: Daeho Kalbijjim is extremely popular, and it's not hard to see why. The execute authentic Korean cuisine pretty much flawlessly with efficient and charming service. What else to you want in a restaurant? Highly recommend. Just try not to go on the busy days. read more

Daeho in Bellevue was a fantastic experience! The flavors were excellent, the meat was incredibly tender, and the service was incredibly attentive. They also had some really tasty banchan that made the meal even better. It's incredibly busy, so I highly recommend making a reservation ahead of time. For a group of four, I'd recommend getting a Kalbijjim and a cold noodle dish to balance out the meal as the meat flavors do get pretty heavy. The Suyuk was another standout, the meat was tender, and the broth had an incredible depth of flavor. As for the cheese on the Kalbijjim, I'd say it's not necessary unless you specifically want the experience. The dish is already delicious without it. Overall, a really great meal with bold flavors, incredibly tender meat, delicious banchan, and great service. Definitely worth a visit! read more

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I wanted to give this place a second chance because I know a lot of people really enjoy it, but unfortunately my experiences were underwhelming. As i always say go try it for yourself. The first time I visited, the quality of the meat cuts didn't impress me, and the soups lacked depth of flavor. I'm not talking about needing more salt--the broth itself just tasted flat. When you're paying close to $30 for a bowl of soup, I think it's reasonable to expect a higher level of quality and care to ingredients. The second visit was a mixed experience. To be fair, I was in the wrong. There is a clearly posted policy stating that your entire party must be present before being seated. My group was about seven minutes away, and since I had already checked in on Yelp and there were only two parties ahead of me with no one physically waiting, I asked if I could be seated and order while I waited. I had already been standing inside for about 10 minutes. I was told that although tables were available, seating me ahead of the other parties on the waitlist would be unfair. I understood the reasoning, but she had also asked prior for my order. Her explanation left me confused so i sheepishly said I understood the policy. She already seemed upset by the time i had gotten there. Sometimes we have off days i get that. This place is clearly hit or miss, I've got friends who absolutely swear by it. For me, though, it wasn't anything special and didn't justify the price. If you're looking for Korean food in the area, I've had better experiences with higher-quality dishes elsewhere, especially in Lynnwood. read more

5 stars SOLELY for the Kalbi Tang. The quality of the meat is absolutely bomb. I love pho, but Kalbi Tang is a Astro up in general and here at Daeho is another step up Kalbi Tang primarily because of the meat flavor and thickness. Not a big fan of the glass noodles and still giving the dish 5 stars. The quantity of meat is also solid. This will fill you up no doubt, it better be for near $30. The rest of the food here for me is meh. Too much foo foo. The banchan is average. Service might be spotty, you have to wave people down but they are always friendly. After ordering, the food comes generally fast. Kalbi Tang!!! read more

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We made a reservation at 6:30pm for dinner, and I'm so glad we did because the restaurant was completely packed with a line out the door!!!!! Convenient parking right in front and tons of seating inside. Great selection of banchans! I loved their radish kimchi. We ordered: 1 Kalbi teokbokki- the portion was quite smaller than I expected , but I really liked it. Just wished there was more tteok. 1 Daeho kalbijjim (mild) with added cheese and corn- this was a lot for our group of 4, we ended up taking some to go. The meat was tender, the flavoring was a little salty for my liking. 1 Daeho naengmyun- sooo yum and refreshing bites in between all the meat. The noodles were chewy and the portion was great for sharing. Great spot to eat at. Staff are quick and reservations are definitely needed unless you're willing to wait lolll. read more

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As of writing this, Daeho is probably one of my favorite Korean restaurants in the Seattle area. I can think of one other place that I would put in the same tier as here, but if you're in the area and looking for Korean food: look no further. I visited on a weeknight, so luckily there was not a wait. I have heard that there can be pretty long lines, though so just be prepared for that. It was a bit tricky to find the restaurant, but once you're in the right vicinity, there's lots of parking. The staff here is really friendly and they're also super fast and easy to flag down if you need something. Even though it was busy, I never felt like I struggled to get anyone's attention. As all of the reviews have mentioned, the portions here are colossal, so even though it's expensive, you'll likely at least be taking home leftovers. The quality of the food was great, and I felt like everything, including the banchan was top-notch. Overall, I will be coming back to Daeho and will be sure to come with an empty stomach. read more

Daeho Kalbijjim and Beef Soup - Korean Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

Korean kalbijjim (braised beef short rib in a pot) restaurant in south Bellevue, right next to the I-90 exit. It's at the corner of an intersection with a gas station. Has their own building and decent sized parking lot. Medium sized interior, feels pretty open. Busy for a weeknight with most tables occupied, although no wait. They give five banchan, including kimchi cabbage and raddish, and those are decent. Also water and tea at the table. For food, we ordered the Cajun kalbijjim with low spice and cheese on top. In addition we got the cold noodles, the pear and raw beef dish, and a rice with abalone and raw shrimp. The kalbijjim is pretty big and serves 3-4 people, and you get 4 bowls of white or purple rice. The Cajun style includes head-on shrimp and pieces of squid, and the pot has has carrot, radish and potato in the sauce. If you order cheese, the server comes with melt it with a blow torch, giving it a bit of char. The beef short rib is tender enough that you can easily get the meat off the bone. Sauce is thick and very savory and heavy. Having the kimchi and also cold dishes at the top helps to reset the palate. As for the seafood in the Cajun style, the shrimp is a bit overcooked but the content in the head has a lot of flavor. The squid pieces are still soft. Overall certainly a big meal. With tax and tip it was about $60 per person. read more

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Came to Daeho Kalbijjim for the first time and honestly, it lived up to the hype. My boyfriend and I ordered the kalbijjim and the seolleongtang, and both were super rich and comforting, perfect if you're craving something hearty. The portions are HUGE, so definitely come with a group unless you want leftovers for days. What really made the experience stand out though was our server, Collin. He was seriously top notch. I really appreciated how attentive he was the entire time. My water was never empty because he was always refilling it without me even having to ask. (The kalbijjim was a lil spicy so i really appreciate the constant water refills lol) It's such a small thing, but it made the experience feel super taken care of. He checked in at the perfect times, kept our table clean, and made sure everything was running smoothly. Food was great, but the service really elevated the whole experience. Ask for Collin if you go--he'll take care of you. 10/10 customer service, plus food is fyee read more

Daeho Kalbijjim and Beef Soup - Korean Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

Good food, wonderful service. Recommend to make reservations. The wait is too long. Food is on the expensive side but there is abundance to share. Kalbijjim is for 4 to 6 people to share rather than 2 to 3 as recommended by the restaurant. read more

Daeho Kalbijjim and Beef Soup - Kalbijjim - beef ribs, taebokki, mozerra cheese, potato, carrots etc - Korean Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

When they first opened, I didn't know much about Daeho besides the fact that they were coming from California. Waited in the long lines where the parking lot was constantly full, so I had high expectations. Nice interior, decent amount of space, and clean washroom (restroom, bathroom for searchability). The kalbijjim met expectations, but the rest of the food was more basic. I'd come back and only order the kalbijiim, if not multiple, for a larger party. Since that visit, I've only managed to come back once, ordered the kalbijjim, and was still very pleased. Tender beef, though a little inconsistent with some bites being firm, but for the most part very soft. Savory and sweet sauce that's delicious with the rice. Potatoes and carrots that are soft and flavorful. Honestly, this just hits the spot. read more

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Service was great, restaurant was fairly busy on a weeknight. There's only one thing to get here and it's the braised short rib (kalbi jjim). Some get it with cheese, some don't, the choice is yours. Either way it will come out amazing. I'd recommend sharing 1 kalbijjim between 3-4 people. Clean restaurant with family friendly restaurant vibes. Lots of families tend to come here with kids. read more

Daeho Kalbijjim and Beef Soup - Kalbi jjim (spicy with added glass noodles) - Korean Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

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Daeho Kalbijjim and Beef Soup is one of those places I don't often go to, but when I do dine here, it's always a great experience. It's one of those restaurants that you don't frequent because the food is so indulgent and expensive if you choose the kalbijjim, which is an absolute must! Located in the Eastgate neighborhood of Bellevue, there's a private parking lot for this restaurant, but it does get busy here. You can make a reservation online through Yelp, which is a plus. But expect a wait for larger groups because of its popularity. My partner and I always get the signature kalbijjim, and yes, we get all the add-ons, which add up on the bill, but I think it's worth it. The standard kalbijjim dish is beef with the veggies in a broth based on spice level, but the add-ons include rice cakes, oxtail, corn and cheese, which they melt at your table with a hand torch. The add-ons are worth it. In addition to the main dish, you get rice and unlimited banchan. I love the kalbijjim dish here with all the fixin's, and it's best to eat it right there and then once it's served. We've had it for leftovers, and it's alright. The experience is just so much better if you can dine in and eat all the goods soon after the cheese has melted. It's comfort food, too, with the meat, veggies and broth over a warm bowl of purple rice. I love this place. read more

Daeho Kalbijjim and Beef Soup - Kalbijjim - Korean Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

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Great spot for hanging out and sharing a meal. The portions are big--we were already full but still had leftovers. The meat is really tender and flavorful, and everything feels satisfying and hearty. Even though we came close to closing time, the customer service was still friendly and attentive. Solid food, good portions read more

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We all know that the food at Daeho is good - their kalbijjim is absolutely delicious and I always order extra rice cakes. But the hidden gem here is a server named Jin - he is absolutely amazing! My daughter dropped her spoon and within two seconds he was at our table with a replacement. A little while later, my husband spoon also fell and again Jin appeared with a new spoon. How did he even know it was my kid's spoon?? Or my husband's spoon?? His whole section was packed and we were at the far corner. I have no idea how he does it. Another time we asked for more banchan but forgot to add one until he was walking away. A few minutes later that one also appeared at our table. I think he should work at a Michelin star restaurant and have his service skills appreciated there. Absolutely amazing, thanks Jin!!!! read more

Very delicious korean comfort food! The kalbijjim was super flavorful and the meat in the kalbijjim and seolleong tang was pretty tender. The serving sizes were pretty big and contains a generous amount of meat. I also love that they have purple rice as an option here too! I came in on a Tuesday night and we were seated right away with quick service since they weren't too busy. read more

Daeho Kalbijjim and Beef Soup - Kalbijjim, Seolleong Tang - Korean Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

First time trying out daeho and it didn't disappoint! Highly recommend the daeho suyuk and the kalbi tteokbokki. The table-side blowtorch of the cheese was a bit scary and I wasn't a huge fan of the daeho kalbijjim as it was a bit too salty for my preference. Highly recommend coming with a group of at least 3-4 as portion sizes are large and the price is a bit high. read more

Daeho Kalbijjim and Beef Soup - Korean Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

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Been hearing the hype and wow it lived up to our expectations! First off keep in mind the portions are big and we had the Daeho Kalbijjim which came out in a sizzling hot plate loaded with braised beef short rib, Tteokbokki, potatoes, carrots and jalapeños. The longer it cooks the more and more the beef gets charred up! We also had the spicy beef rib soup that came loaded with clear noodles and a piping hot broth. The Banchan selection was good and the servers kept coming back a loading us up with more. Will definitely go back again. The ambiance was lively with K-Pop buzzing and the place was packed! read more

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I've been to the original location in San Francisco, so when I found out there was one in Washington, I was thrilled to try it. Definitely make a reservation, the restaurant gets very busy. Even with a reservation, expect a short wait. It's a great spot for a group dinner. We came specifically for the Daeho Kalbijjim. Since my group can't really handle spicy food, we ordered spice level 1, which was perfect. Adding cheese is a must, it took the dish to another level. The kalbijjim was absolutely spectacular, featuring fall-off-the-bone tender beef coated in a perfectly balanced savory-sweet sauce. Every bite was rich with umami and traditional flavors, making this an easy five-star comfort food experience. I wish there was more meat in it. A great appetizer was the Kalbi Tteokbokki. It leans more on the sweeter side and comes with tteokbokki, a small amount of finely chopped kalbi meat, and a bit of cheese. It was different from what I expected, but still very good. Despite how busy the restaurant was, our waiter was responsive and quick. I'd definitely come back to try other dishes. It may be a little on the expensive side, but it's absolutely worth it. read more

Daeho Kalbijjim and Beef Soup - Korean Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

The best Kalbijjim we had so far. We arrive as they open and we get seated right away; but the place got pack very quickly (we came on a friday night). The servers were friendly, quick and knowledgable. The restaurant is big and plenty of seating; but would highly recommend either make reservation or go when as its open. What we got: Daeho Kalbijjim (5/5) So so so good! We got a level 3 spicy and it was spicccyyyy but its so good; the server did say there is a level 4 spicy thats not printed on the menu; but level 3 is spicy enough for us (and we LOVE spicy foods) Yuk Gae Jang (4.5/5) Really good spicy soup bowl with lots of meats and super flavourfull; sometime Yuk Gae Jang could taste bland; but this one was really good. Yuk Kal Myun (4.5/5) This is pretty much a Yuk Gae Jang but with knife cut noodle instead; and i think the noodles were pair soooo well with it. Much preffer this than the original Yuk Gae Jang. Yuk Hwe/Beef tartare (5/5) Its simple and served with some jamaica; but it was reallly good!! Really well seasoned and nicely sliced. Very well done! Overall We will be back again for sure. It is pricey; but you paid for what you get and IMOO its worth the money. Oh and the portions are big! So you will finish them if you order appropriately or just a big eater; otherwise you will have some take out; which is awesome becasue its still soo sooo good after reheating them up at home. Oh; and they also pack them for you and put them in containers with sealing on them which we thought was awesome! Again Is it pricey? Yes! Should you go and try? OBSOLUTLEY! read more

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Pretty delicious restaurant. When it first opened, the parking lot was so full and hard to get a table. Now that things have calmed down, it's not too busy during lunch times. I think the beef bone broth soups are okay but I recommend that you get the kalbijjm instead bc it's a huge portion. The dish can easily feed two people. The little side dishes that come with the your order are really good. The staff was attentive and periodically came by to help. There is plenty of parking if you come around 11:45. read more

Since Daeho has been open for over a year now, the crowds and wait times are much more manageable. You can even join the Yelp waitlist in advance and simply show up once your table is ready. On a Sunday night during Labor Day weekend, our party of three waited less than ten minutes, and the parking lot had plenty of open spots. We were seated quickly and directed to scan the QR code on the table for the menu. As first-timers, we ordered their signature braised short rib (Kalbijjim) with extra mozzarella cheese and rice cakes. The dish was incredibly flavorful, and the chewy rice cakes were perfectly textured. We also tried the bulgogi bibimbap, which was delicious, along with the creamy gye ran jjim (steamed egg with broth, corn, and mozzarella). While tasty, this one leans heavily on the egg, so if you're expecting a cheesy corn dish, it may not match that expectation. Service was attentive. Our server checked in often, kept the complimentary side dishes refilled, and even sealed our leftovers with their plastic lid tool. Overall, the meal was excellent, and the portions left us with plenty to take home. read more

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was not thrilled by my latest visit to daeho. I had the kalbijim when they first opened this location and it was great. however on my latest visit, the meat was tough, chewy, not tender. maybe it's because we came later at night. the sauce itself was amazing and paired well with the carrots, radish, and potatoes. we added on the glass noodles which were chewy and soaked up the sauce well. read more

Daeho Kalbijjim and Beef Soup - kalbijim - Korean Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

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The food was quick and quite excellent Service was quick and efficient. Typical Korean restaurant vibe Meat was tender but not for those who don't like the smell of meat We thorough enjoyed it and would come back read more

I will definitely be coming back again. This place possibly has the best kalbi jjim in the Seattle and Bellevue area. Their kalbi jjim had so much flavor and was not too sweet (skipped the cheese since I didn't want to die or blow up their bathrooms). Their yukhoe was fresh and had the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Their japchae was the best I've had in a long time. Very clean restaurant with attentive staff. Got leftovers? They'll package and seal it nicely for you. read more

Meh idk, maybe it's just because I'm Korean but I wasn't all too impressed with this place (relative to its hype). However, we did all leave full! We shared a couple of big entrees + a few smaller dishes amongst a group of 6 and it was enough to leave us all satisfied. The price is on the higher side, but that's what you can often expect at Korean restaurants these days. Do I regret going? No. Would I go again? Probably not hahaha read more

Daeho Kalbijjim and Beef Soup - B2. Daeho Kalbijjim with cheese; suyuk; - Korean Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

A clean spot with good service and good food. The menu is very nicely formatted and easy to follow. The banchan was ok. Came before the lunch rush which was nice. I got the galbitang which was pretty filling. Although I wish it wasnt preseasoned and I had the option to add my own salt. It came with rice and medium clear noodles which was good. Overall a solid spot for some warm soup and other Korean dishes. read more

We went in the evening probably about 90 minutes before closing and ordered the kalbijim with cheese among other dishes. The ribs were so hard and that was disappointing. The flavor for the rest of the dish is good. read more

Be cautious when you eat here with kids. We had one under 2yrs old and a 4yr old with 3adults. Our waitress tried to charge our table with 20% gratuity for a "party over 5 ppl". We weren't informed ahead of time. Just surprised when the bill came around. There was a helpful gentleman who told helped us and said they "don't normally do that." Which was confusing. I think all the employees should be on the same page so billing is fair to everyone. As far as service: There's lots of staff but we found ourselves waiting and staring at ppl to wave down. But they just rushed by and weren't the most observant. We ended up just getting up and grabbing extra napkins and bowls ourself bc we were waiting around unattended to. The server who took our order only checked in on us once at the very end. But on a positive note, the short rib Kalbijjim was delicious. read more

This is a very solid 4 star probably closer to a 4.5 if I could. I wasn't expected to be so close to home so hubby and I decided to check it out. We opt out of the big kalbijim item as there was only 2 of us but I think the food we got was good enough that we would be willing to try it next time and just take the rest home for leftovers. The place was not super busy when we came for lunch so it was fairly quiet, but I can imagine it being loud and hectic once it gets busy. Parking lot available as well Food we got: Polsal naeng chae: this was really good. It was beef cheeks with some onions served cold but it was well executed. Flavor was balanced, meat was tender. Shrimp and squid kalguksu: this was on the spicy side but not bad. The only thing about this one was they gave a lot of squid and only 2 pieces of shrimp. Could have been more balanced. Otherwise noodle was cooked well and flavor was good. Banchans: the banchans portions are bigger than most places. I definitely like them. There was one that i didn't care for as much which was the kelp salad the texture of the kelp was very off putting to me. Prices were actually reasonable for the portion as well. I would definitely come back. read more

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The Kalbijjim is always delicious and the portion size is great. Service is excellent. It seems like the restaurant is always full and lively so be sure to get on the waitlist as soon as you can. I recommend bringing at least a party of 4 if you plan to get kalbijjim, otherwise their other options like the spicy cold noodles are great as well. read more

A bit pricey but it's a lot of food! The tteokbokki kalbi appetizer was so good, the sauce and the texture of the rice cakes was 10/10! We didn't get the braised short rib main attraction but the daeho suyuk was really good, a little salty. Kimchi wasn't my favorite, I think to balance out the fatty meats it would be nice to have fresh kimchi instead of fermented. Will be back! read more

Daeho Kalbijjim and Beef Soup - C1. Daeho Suyuk - Korean Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

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I've had daeho multiple times in California, but this was my first time trying it in Washington. I heard it wasn't as good as the Cali ones.. and unfortunately that's right. The yelp waitlist makes getting a table super straightforward and easy. And I feel like the hype has died down enough that the waitlist itself is pretty short. My group and I ordered the yukhwae, galbijjim, and the daeho naengmyeon to share amongst a group of 5/6. It was more than enough food haha Banchan came out first which was fine. Not a huge variety, but that's okay. I liked their radish kimchi. Cold noodles came out next which was also good. Noodles are nice and chewy, soup is refreshing and a little spicy. Not outstanding, but hit the craving. Galbijjim was the star here. Ofc we got the cheese which they torch at the table. We also ordered extra rice cakes, but it didn't really feel like there was extra. The meat was super super tender, i love the radishes and carrots they add in the dish. The sauce was also really good. But it just didn't hit the same as the other locations. Tartare (yukhwae) was good, it comes in little strips of raw beef, on some korean pear strips. Overall, good, but sadly doesn't hit the same. read more

Daeho Kalbijjim and Beef Soup - Korean Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

Honestly best experience. Got a last minute res for my brother and I for 8pm. Arrived and parking around 7:45p. They were crazy busy, so the hostess asked if we could wait and check in closer to 8pm, so my brother and I exited and just sat outside for 10mins to wait. Once we re-checked in, our hostess walked us to our table. She gave us a 4 top table (when there were only 2 of us) and she said that she wanted us to be more comfortable since we were so accommodating of waiting to check in and be seated. Entire staff were super friendly like this the whole way. Our server was about to drop of some Banchan for a neighboring table, and she whispered to us and said she'll bring us the bigger plates since we had such a large table space. The food was freaking awesome and tasted great. The service was amazing and everyone is super attentive and they'll check in multiple times to make sure you've had your fill of everything too. read more

Daeho Kalbijjim and Beef Soup - Daeho! - Korean Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

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The best Korean restaurant that we've tried so far!!! So good! We did takeout and they do a good job wrapping everything! Our order came with so many side dishes too! We got the beef short ribs with purple rice and it was extremely delicious! We enjoyed everything and it was very much well seasoned! It totally hits the spot! The restaurant was a bit hard to find on Waze bec it's a bit hidden too! Would love to try more items On their menu! read more

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A popular chain restaurant started in Incheon, Korea, before rapidly expanding into the US starting in SF's Japantown, Daeho specializes in Kalbijjim (Braised Beef Short Ribs), which used to be a dish of kings and royalty, but now can be enjoyed by any and all! Their mission is to honor authentic Korean dishes while bringing a modern twist with fresh ingredients and prime-grade beef. The interior is modern and spacious, with succulents adorning walls with large flatscreen TVs showcasing Korean TV and music. There are many tables, some with grill-it-yourself BBQ hotplates. At around 7pm on a Monday night, the restaurant was almost full, so our party of four had to wait about 10 minutes before being seated (even though there were multiple empty tables). Nevertheless, this is much shorter of a wait time than their location in Japantown (where we waited 45+ minutes), and even a couple months ago upon opening in Bellevue! There's also the option to join the waitlist on Yelp if you're going on a weekend. Their menu is actually quite extensive, offering multiple versions of their Kalbijjim (e.g. with ox knee, back ribs, etc.), and you can also customize your Kalbijjim to include extra vegetables, rice cakes, cheese, corn, eggs, and more. There's more traditional Korean fare on the menu as well, from large format dishes such as Suyuk (boiled beef) to savory stews such as Seollong Tang (beef bone stew) and Kalbi Tang (short rib soup) to hot stone bibambaps! We opted for the Daeho Kalbijjim ($89.95) at a spice level Medium (¾ spiciness), adding on extra rice cakes (+$4) and extra corn (+$4). You'll often see pictures of their famous flambeed cheese topping on the Kalbijjim, but we didn't go for this option, as I believe it masks the flavor of the meat! The dish takes a while to be prepared, but they give you plenty of free banchan (Korean side dishes) to enjoy with your meal. The banchan here is much better than expected, with a wide variety: we particularly enjoyed their kimchi, which tasted fresh and crunchy, as well as their kelp noodle in a mayo-based dressing, which has a lovely bouncy texture. Other banchan includes pickled radish, sesame oil bean sprouts, and savory fish cakes. All kalbijjim dishes also come with your choice of white or purple rice - we chose the purple rice, as it contains nutritious beans and a nutty flavor. The Daeho Kalbijjim itself came out after about 20 minutes atop a sizzling stone dish: with plenty of tender braised short ribs in an addictively spicy sauce (especially with rice), tender vegetables, bouncy rice cakes, and sweet corn, this is definitely a showstopper of a dish. Some pieces of short rib come on the bone, while others have been cut off. You're also given scissors (classic Korean) if you want to cut up anything. The menu says that the dish feeds 2-3 people, but with the free banchan and rice on the side, it easily fed our party of four (granted, it was three people with small appetites, and one teenage boy that could eat a horse). Overall, this is a unique and delicious restaurant serving up something that you can't get at many other places in the Seattle area: I think that their original location in SF's Japantown is slightly better, but this had much less of a wait, and it's far better than any other Korean food on the Eastside (you have to go to Federal Way). Yes, the large format dishes are a bit pricey, but you can easily feed large parties with this, the banchan is the best in the area, and service is quick and efficient - we'll certainly be back to sample some of their other dishes! read more

Daeho Kalbijjim and Beef Soup - Banchan - Korean Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

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Came here for dinner after the hype died down. No wait with a reservation. Overall, it was more about the experience than the food. I personally wouldn't return or wait in line for this place. Surprisingly, the highlight for me was the kimchi. All the side dishes were delicious and honestly better than the kalbijjim. The kimchi was the best I've had as a complimentary side at any Korean restaurant. We ordered two of the signature kalbijjim with cheese. At over $100 per pot after tax, it was very underwhelming. Nothing about it justified the price. The flavor was just okay, the dish got boring quickly, and it felt overly heavy from all the oil and cheese. There also wasn't much meat. For the price, you're mostly paying for presentation and hype. Maybe other items on the menu are better, but if their signature dish didn't impress, I wouldn't come back unless someone really wanted to go. read more

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For the kalbi jjim, DO NOT get the cheaper back rib version. It's tempting because it's less expensive but the meat is extremely tough and there is barely any meat on the bone. The back ribs are poorly prepped and the membrane is not removed so the meat is very difficult to remove even with good teeth. The dish looks impressive but it's 90% bone and 10% beef. Learn from my expensive mistake! read more

Daeho Kalbijjim and Beef Soup - Korean Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

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A friend introduced us to this place and we absolutely love it!! The galbijjim was tasty and the meat was pretty tender. We asked for more rice cakes and shared it with 4 ppl. We also got the sullang tang soup and cold noodle soup. The sullang tang was delicious but the cold noodle soup was a little too sour for my taste (it would be better if it was slightly sweeter). Side dishes were all great! Ambience and service was good. I would definitely come back if I had cravings! read more

Daeho Kalbijjim and Beef Soup - Galbijim to share with extra rice cakes! - Korean Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

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It's Tuesday night. You're tired from work, a little hangry, and don't want to fight every other corporate employee for street parking. Enter Daeho. It's a bit off the beaten track if you're north, but it's right off the freeway and it's perfect for a weeknight dinner! Granted, some of the dishes are pretty pricey, but with a bit enough group it's totally worth it. The tteokbokki is a bit sweet for my taste (I might ask for extra spic next time) but the bits of kalbi in it? So good! And the kalbi tang was delicious -- the broth was just the perfect amount of savory. I'd love to come back with a bigger group and try some of their kalbijjim. :) read more

Daeho Kalbijjim and Beef Soup - Tteokbokki - Korean Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

We went on Saturday afternoon time and it was busy, but the wait line goes by pretty fast. We were 6th in line and wait was about 15-20 minutes. When you first enter, you'll use the iPad to checkin for the waitlist or through Yelp app. The staff were all friendly and restaurant is clean. I can't handle spicy well so we ordered no spice for back rib jjim with glass noodles as topping and it was soo delicious and flavorful! It has a hint of sweet side. Portions are huge and our leftovers last forever. It comes with 2 bowls of rice, either white or purple of your choice. The sides were also very tasty and I especially like the tofu looking dish and sesame oil bean sprouts. read more

Daeho Kalbijjim and Beef Soup - B1. Back Rib Jjim - Korean Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

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