This place had an ambiance that made you feel cozy and at home. The service was fast too. We liked…read morehow the server was attentive and had a warm smile all the time. It's our first time here at Tian Ya BBQ which is a decent Korean-style AYCE BBQ restaurant in Barrie. We usually go to ones in Markham and/or North York. Their fried spring rolls and scallops (4/5) were delicious with a good crisp on the outside, giving you a crunch with every bite. The spring rolls could use some more filling. The Volcano Roll was enjoyable (3.5/5). We liked how they had fried batter on the outside to elevate the texture of the dish. The cream cheese was a delight. The portions were big. The actual Korean-style BBQ was okay (3/5). The kimchi was a bit salty for us. We were hoping it would have more of the tangy, fermented taste to it as well. We liked that it was crunchy and tasted fresh. Their lettuce was also fresh. They did use iceberg lettuce instead of romaine which was different from what we regularly have at other places. We had pork, beef, beef short ribs and squid for grilling. Both the pork and beef were thinly sliced and tender. The beef short ribs were marinated well. Maybe a bit more sesame oil, garlic and ginger to the marinade mixture would really help bring out the sweetness and the umami of the meat. The cuts were okay; the meats could have been balanced with some fat/marbling to keep them juicy. We were also looking to have some ssamjang (fermented soybean paste) and sesame oil with salt to go with the meat. Overall, an okay place to go for AYCE Korean BBQ in Barrie.

This is a great hole in the wall restaurant. Service with a…read moresmile. Average Korean BBQ. Kimchi and wanton soup were good. My only complaint would be that the electric cooktop is a bit slow.

Authentic, fresh made to order Korean food with generous portions! The owner is welcoming and…read morehelpful with a great sense of humor. There's indoor and some outdoor seating. Cute decor!

The food is delicious, we had yangnyeom and regular fried chicken as well as the bulgogi beef…read more The staff are very friendly and the restaurant is clean and bright. We look forward to trying more from their menu. They have a small Asian snack/treats selection for sale as well

Great Korean restaurant right at Yonge &Elgin mill , it's very homy and cozy, service is always…read moregreat and fast. Bibibum and pork bone soup are our favorite. Monday is closed though.

Food was okay, portions weren't too big but prices are quite high. I liked the beef short ribs just…read morewish it was large enough for two people to share. Bulgogi was good but not enough beef in the noodles. Sides tasted okay very mediocre. The spacing was tight inside.

Service was friendly but food quality was horrible. The gamjatang (pork bone soup) tasted like…read morecardboard and the udon was way too oily with very little meat included. Not worth the price they charged. They did include a small cup of kimchi and white pickled radish which was nice.

I recently traveled to Huntsville, Canada, for a church retreat, and as a vegan, I often find it…read morechallenging to find good plant-based options--especially in smaller towns. I came across Gangnam Korea on Main Street, and what stood out to me most wasn't just the food, but the gentleman at the front. From the moment I walked in, he was kind, attentive, and easy to talk to. When I mentioned I was vegan, he immediately offered helpful suggestions and made me feel comfortable asking questions. I ordered the vegan dumplings with rice, and they were genuinely delicious. What really left an impression was the care he took when I asked about yeast-free options for Passover. He went out of his way to check with the kitchen to make sure my order was yeast-free and even showed me a list he had created of food allergens. After I explained the significance of yeast during Passover, he said he would add it to his list, which meant a lot. The restaurant itself was also very clean, from the dining area to the bathroom, but it was his level of thoughtfulness and attention that made the experience stand out. I even placed a second takeout order to bring back to my hotel later that evening. Between the food, the service, and especially the care he showed, it was a great experience--and I would absolutely return next time I'm in town.

Hongdae is a family-owned restaurant serving classic Korean meals rather than Korean BBQ. What…read moreimpressed me most was how balanced everything tasted. I often find Korean food too salty or spicy, but the dishes here were flavorful without being overwhelming. The portions were generous. My pork bone soup was not too spicy, and the pork spine had plenty of meat. The ginseng chicken soup included a whole spring chicken, the shrimp fried rice had lots of shrimp, and the seafood pancake contained more filling than batter. The dining room is spacious and comfortable, and even the washroom was very clean. It is a solid choice in Richmond Hill for a family dinner or a meetup with friends.

Came last night after evening spent with the kiddos. The front of the restaurant outside they are…read moredoing something with the cement, so be careful. I saw this place had good reviews and wanted to try it since we were out this end. We ordered sweet and sour pork, black bean noodles, beef stew and seafood pancake. The staff was quite busy and sometimes hard to get their attention, our waiter was writing our order on napkins. Did they run out of notepads? Our side dishes came with our food and it wasn't too spectacular. The food was good and hot, but I've had better Korean food. Overall, I feel this place is good, but pricer end. Our 4 dishes with 10% cash discount was $85 before tip. Just the japchae alone is $27.99! Anyways, I think I would try other restaurants if I am in this area due to prices and service.

Great food best sushi I've had and I have had a lot of sushi. The service was very fast they have…read morereally good miso soup as well. Our favorite restaurant in Collingwood.

My family was visiting nearby Blue Mountain for a ski trip and wanted some sushi after skiing. I…read morechecked on Yelp and found this restaurant. It's quaint and cute. Has dim lighting in the dining area with upstairs and downstairs seating. There seemed to be regulars here. Everything started off well, we ordered a tempura appetizer that was pretty good with light batter. Sadly that was the extent of the good experience. After receiving the appetizer it took about 40 minutes to receive our main course sushi entrees. Aside from an apology there wasn't anything offered or comped for the long wait. All the sushi entrees we ordered were mediocre sadly. The quality of fish wasn't high. Unfortunately this is one of the few sushi restaurants in the area so I think that's why it has higher reviews. Service was just okay too. Based on this and the sushi quality I wouldn't recommend.

We went for my birthday dinner to Mom's Kitchen in Ajax…read more They are located on Salem and Taunton in the plaza with Metro Inside the restaurant it is small It has the vibes of a niche Korean restaurant The menu offers a wide array of Korean dining faves Everything from bulgogi to hot stone rice to Kalbi ribs and Korean fried chicken We went with their one can dine menu You got an appy and a main with a drink We shared the boneless Korean fried chicken bits and the bimbambap in a hot stone dish Really good food Loved the bimbambap The crispy rice at the bottom of the bowl is so yummy Service was great there and easy Would definitely come again for their menu

Updated review April 2026. Our most recent visit to Mom's kitchen was on Easter Sunday. We were…read moreparty of 10 people. We were told to call 30 minutes before arriving. The restaurant is small but it wasn't too busy when we got there at 6pm. The food was good as usual. The Gamjatang pork bone soup was meaty and rich broth. You are able to ask for less spicy soup. The kalbi ribs were good but would have liked a better sear on the ribs. The donkatsu was crispy and you can add your katsu sauce from a bottle. Overall a great dinner they do charge automatic service charge for larger groups.

The restaurant is spacious, cozy, high ceilings and tables are far away from each other. I've done…read morekorean bbq in the summer, so this time we ordered hot pot on a chilly Friday evening. We got the gamjatang jeongol and it was massive for two people. There were raw pork belly slices on top of the gamjatang so I had to make sure they were fully cooked before consuming. It was hard because there was a lot of soup so it made it extra difficult to push the raw items to the bottom. We ordered less spicy but it was still really spicy! It was flavourful and they gave lots of pork bone. We took the rest home and I had to add water to dilute it lol.

2.5 stars This is a…read moregood-sized restaurant, and we were surprised to find that there was only one other occupied table during the weekday lunch. For a group of three, we went with budaejjigae (army stew), which is good for two to four people. The server seemed surprised that we weren't ordering more. If the menu lists that it can feed four people, it seemed like plenty for us, and we aren't big eaters. We received four side dishes -- cucumbers, radishes, nappa cabbage kimchi, and one we weren't familiar with. We asked the server what it was, and he said the name, but we still didn't know what it was. I asked him to repeat it, and he appeared quite annoyed that he had to say it more than once. The army stew wasn't cooking once the server had set it down on the table. It looked like the butane gas canister was empty. We used the call button to call the server back, since he was nowhere to be found. The army stew had luncheon meat, sausage, beans, zucchini, kappa cabbage, tofu, rice cakes, instant ramen, and a slice of American cheese. It was delicious.  Overall, the food is good, but the service is quite lacking. We felt like we were bothering the server by inquiring about the side dish, asking for extra chopsticks, and requiring another gas canister.

Great food. Friendly staff and a homey feel without pretense. Ask for the pickled radish to…read morecompliment your meal.