First time here! The meat was amazing, and Young Joon provided outstanding, friendly service. I'll definitely be back! read more

Gangnam Ave - First time here! The meat was amazing, and Young Joon provided outstanding, friendly service. I'll definitely be back! - Korean Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

An amazing experience with the food and excellent service (accommodative & attentive) I can honestly say that it's my best Korean BBQ restaurant ever. I wish I live in the area, my family will definitely frequent this restaurant. Pay them a visit with friends or family and you'll not disappointed. Thank you so much!! read more

We've been regular customers here for a couple of years now, and the food never disappoints. One of my favorite things about this place is the AYCE option and the cold noodles. The quality of the food has remained consistently good, and the service is always great. On our recent visit, Richard provided exceptional service and made our dining experience especially enjoyable. His attentiveness and positive attitude left a great impression on us. read more

6/5/26 Back to one of our fave places and it's busy! This place is gaining trending tonight! It's been a minute since my last review of Gangnam and are somewhat become regular diners over the years. They've had lots of owner and staff changes but one staff member we always come back to see is "B". She is amazing and is hands down our fave! They have a few new flavors of Soju added as of June 2026. See pics. New menu prices noted too! Menu items same as before. read more

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This place was okay. I was expecting more to be honest. The place felt really small but looked really nice inside. the customer service wasn't attentive compared to many other kbbq's I've been to, and they took really long to change the burner. The prices were a bit on the expensive side but the meat was good. I did feel a little sick the next day, not sure if it was from this place or from fasting for so long then eating here but that is what happened. Unfortunately I won't be coming back. read more

The place always looks busy on the weekends...it took around 15 minutes for us to be seated. But after that, everything was just smooth sailing all the way. The staff were responsive and was always around to take our orders, refill drinks or simply answer questions you may have. Tables were promptly cleared and made available for the next set of guests. The food was great! The staff were always checking on you for your next order. And after you place your order, it also didn't take long for your order to arrive. The grill plates were always changed like in every 15 minutes or so. You always have a clean grill to cook on. The place was nice and really well lit. The place looked like industrial decoration, but mainly for the air extraction vents on every table. And these extraction vents were working very well. We left the place and we didn't smell of cooking fumes on our clothes! You should come out and try this place when you're in the area! read more

Gangnam Ave - Check in counter here... - Korean Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

Gangnam Ave has been my absolute favorite KBBQ spot for years, and after trying several places around Sacramento, this one still tops them all. Honestly, it's so good that I haven't even felt the need to keep searching for another go-to. I've visited with small groups of 3-4 people and also larger groups of 6-10, and the experience has remained consistently great overall. One thing I like about Gangnam Ave is how their pricing works. Instead of the typical lunch vs. dinner menu, they offer Option A or Option B, where some premium meats are excluded from the cheaper option. It's basically the same concept as lunch/dinner pricing, but I appreciate that it isn't tied to the time of day. For reference, they open at 4pm on weekdays and 12pm on weekends, which feels pretty reasonable to me since KBBQ is usually more of a late lunch or dinner type of meal anyway. The variety of meats is one of the main reasons I love coming here. When I do AYCE, I'm going all in -- usually 4-5 rounds -- so I'm not trying to stick with just basic bulgogi. Gangnam Ave offers things you don't always see at other spots like small and large intestines, pork jowl, beef tongue, and spicy baby octopus, and the marinades here for some of the meats are flavorful. I've eaten at other KBBQ spots over the years for different reasons (my sister even worked at Oz for several years), but Gangnam Ave will always have a special place in my stomach. The appetizers are also solid. Their corn cheese is easily my favorite -- instead of a flat dish with watery corn and melted cheese tossed on top, they give you individual foil cups so you can throw it on the grill and melt it perfectly yourself. I'm lactose intolerant and still order it every single time. The steamed egg is always fluffy and never overcooked, and it pairs perfectly with the meats. I also usually order their soondubu; I'm not overly picky about tofu soup, but as long as it isn't watered down, I'm happy -- and theirs always hits the spot. Their drink menu is small but fun, especially if you like soju. They have some mixed soju drinks, and there's a strawberry + Sprite one with a strawberry-infused ice cube called Super Shy that has become my go-to whenever I visit. Sweet, bubbly, and dangerously easy to drink. Now for the meat itself: it comes out raw, of course, so the final result depends on how well your group can grill. If you've got someone in your group who knows what they're doing, you really can't go wrong. Portions are reasonable for the group size, orders usually come out pretty quickly, and they change the grills every round or two. Most tables have one grill for every four people, so larger groups will typically get two grills. Like most KBBQ places, the experience can depend on your server. I've had many different ones over the years -- most are great, a few are just okay -- which probably explains the mixed reviews you'll sometimes see. Personally, it's never been enough to ruin my experience. A quick tip: reservations are highly recommended for groups of four or more, and they'll usually ask ahead of time if there are kids in your party. If I had to nitpick anything, the dipping sauces are pretty simple and not particularly memorable, but nothing is perfect. The restaurant itself is small and dimly lit, but I think that's part of the charm. It feels cozy and homey -- the kind of place where you can sit around the grill with friends and family and just enjoy the moment. I've made a lot of great memories here over the years. Before moving out of state, I used to come here almost every other month with different groups of friends or family. I've included photos from several past visits with this review because they really show how often I've come here over the years. If anything, they're proof of how loyal of a returning customer I've been. ;) no bonuses or perks besides good food lol. After you're done pigging out, you can grab Melona bars or taiyaki ice cream fish sandwiches from the freezer near the front for cheap. Or if you want to extend the night, there's a Baskin-Robbins right next door for dessert. Parking is also pretty easy, and even though the lot gets a little dark at night, the bright lights from Gangnam Ave make it easy to spot. Maybe I'm a little biased because of all the good memories tied to this place, but there's a reason I've been returning for many years -- even before COVID. If you love AYCE KBBQ and want variety, good marinades, and a cozy vibe, Gangnam Ave is absolutely worth checking out. read more

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We went here for my daughter's graduation dinner and had a party of 10. We made reservations at 7:30 but got done with pictures faster than expected. We called to ask if we could come earlier and they said they had lots of reservations which we absolutely understood. However they called back a few minutes later to let us know they could accommodate us! We were so grateful and the service continued to be wonderful throughout our dinner. The price was good for soooo much food and they were quick with bringing out items we requested. Everything was super fresh! Will definitely be back! read more

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The first time I came here, it was the very first time I had tried KBBQ. Now that I've had it quite a few times I thought I'd come back and give this place another try. Overall, it was pretty good. Everybody was friendly and helpful. I like the space. It has a nice set up. They even left the ceiling open, so you can see the ductwork. There's actually a term for that, it's known as " industrial chic." They have screens playing K-pop on the wall. I'm seated at my table, and my Bachchan are already there. I didn't eat much of the salad, because that's just a filler, and I didn't care for any of the spicy Bachchan. Next time, before I'm seated, I will ask them to leave those items off. I decided to go for the "a" menu. It's the more pricey menu, but it has more items. For my appetizer I had the steamed egg and the cheese corn. for my proteins, I had the brisket point, the prime steak, beef tongue, small intestine, marinated boneless short rib, and the baby octopus. It sounds like a lot of food, and it was, but I specifically asked for smaller portions. They were very good at swapping out my grill as it got "gunked up." Overall, everything was good. I really liked the cheese corn and the steamed egg. Last time I was here the steamed egg was burnt on the bottom, this time, it was perfect. Most of the meats were excellent! I loved that boneless marinated short rib so much, I had a second portion. While the brisket point was flavorful it was still frozen to the point that it was sticking to the plate that they brought it on. As such, while the flavor was good, it was a little bit tough The two things I didn't care for, were the baby octopus and,The small intestine. The baby octopus, even though it was marinated, it didn't have much of a flavor. It was just chewy. I love, adult octopus, especially the tentacles, but I will stay away from the baby octopus. The other thing I didn't care for was the small intestine. I love Menudo, and I love a good "tripas taco", but just by itself, the intestine was too strong. It needs some sort of broth, sauce, salsa, basically, it needs "backup dancers." There was nothing for dessert on the menu, so when I asked my server, she said that they had Korean ice cream, but there's an extra charge for it. Really? I've never been charged for dessert at any other KBBQ. I just left it off. Food, soda, tax and tip, and I was out the door just south of $55. Would I come back? Yes. I live down the street, and this place is close. However, while I'm glad I tried the "A" menu, next time I would stick with the "B menu. There are enough items on that menu, and the price is similar to what other KBBQ places charge on Sundays. This was much improved from my last visit. Thank you. read more

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First time trying this spot. I would recommend this place. Their side dishes are on point, but you do have to ask them to refill if you run out, they don't automatically refill it. The meat was super tasty and marinated well. The atmosphere is very family oriented or a great place for a first date. read more

Gangnam Ave - Korean Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

We were able to snag a table before it got too busy and was given a different variety of banchan (all super tasty). My table decided to go with course A and got to try everything on the menu. The meat quality was good, along with the appetizers. I was very impressed with the seafood tofu stew, one of my favorite warm dish I've had in a long time. Our server checked on our table regularly along with picking up our plates. I would see myself coming back and recommend checking out Gangnam Ave! read more

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One of my favorite kbbqs in Sacramento. It's all you can eat Korean bbq, need I say more? Jk. There is a little bit for everyone here! They have marinated and unmarinated options here. They have a lot of appetizer options. If you get course A you can get the cold noodles which is my favorite. Lettuce is extra here but they give you a decent amount! Service is quick and they checked on us often and made sure we could put in orders before we were done with what was in front of us! Great atmosphere for a good time! read more

Gangnam Ave - AYCE option A - Korean Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

Ehh.....this is the first time I left an AYCE Korean BBQ spot just satiated and not "I need a nap" overly full lol. Mediocre meat quality. Tough brisket, even the pork belly here as well. Over-tenderized boneless marinated short rib (gummy bite even when cooked through), but the marinade itself tasted alright (on par with what Oz Korean BBQ uses). The very watered down dipping sauces for the meat didn't help with the appetite either. Seafood tofu stew tasted just like what you would find in spicy instant noodle soup (salty, Shin-Ramyum tier.....in comparison, the tofu stew at Must Be Cow tastes much heartier). On the flip side, the steamed egg was surprisingly decent; fluffy and dashi-stock seasoned! One of the better steamed eggs that I've tried. Server wasn't really attentive (came to the table occasionally for menu orders, but water glass was never refilled) until ready for the check.....she sure was really quick on grabbing the payment card and returning with the charged receipt lol. Overall an overpriced experience (food + service quality) considering the other Korean BBQ spots in the area. read more

8/2/2025- Always up to try a new Korean bbq- Called ahead but they need two hour window for reservations- we were 16 min. away-but he said it was slow and we could walk in.. Kiosk up front to sign in.. and get in waitlist- Seated after another family- Went with course-A $40.95 a person- Galbi bone in - nice marinade not too fatty- Garlic chicken decent amount and good pieces of meat- Pork belly soy had a nice flavor- Prime steak (ordered two).. good size but decent cut- Service- mediocre... Ban chans- kelp salad I really liked- Jap chae had a nice seasoning- Appetizers-popcorn chicken - diced fried bite size- decent if you dipped in sauce- Pot stickers were nice and crispy- Cajun fries - good and hot- Ramen was really good! Dessert not included- not like you'd want it after filling up- lol- Atmosphere - pretty hot in there- could turn up the ac-.. with all the grilling.. Good family meal.. read more

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Was looking to try some new KBB places and realized we have not tried this place out yet. It is out of the way but we arrived at opening and we waited a few minutes to be seated. This was because they prepare your table with the side dishes and drinks before you sit down. You check in at a kiosk with your name and the size of your party. They had a choice of 2 menu options for the AYCE, we chose the option for the full menu for $40.95. We probably would have been okay with the cheaper option for $32.99. Drinks and the dessert option of popsicles were not included with the AYCE which is standard but they had regular can sodas and not refill fountain drinks. With the AYCE, you get 3 appetizers and 3 proteins at a time. For our first round we ordered the popcorn chicken, dumplings and corn cheese. For some reason the veggies are also listed there. As for the proteins we got the brisket, LA Galbi and the boneless fresh short rib. My husband and my dad both ordeeed the ramen and they liked it. They also have 3 stew options which I don't see often. Overall, this was a nice experience. There is no gimmicky robots or conveyer belts delivering your food but we had great service from our server as well as the whole staff it seemed. It also wasn't too loud but there was music playing. I also was a fan of the lighting, in alot of places it's so dark you can barely read the menus but here there was a dedicated light pointing down at the grill. Honestly, sometimes it's the smallest things. If it was a little closer to my house I'd include it in the KBB rotation. It's definitely worth a shot! read more

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Decided to give it a try again but got turned away at 9:05pm on June 3rd 2026 when they closed at 10pm. Only kbbq place I've been that turns away ppl 1 hour before posted closing time. Unbelievable! read more

Gangnam Ave - Korean Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

Been here many times, best AYCE Korean bbq in the Sacramento area, reasonably priced, great service, a great selection of food and always tastes amazing read more

Truly, the best genuine Korean bbq in town. We were so amazed by the quality and flavor of everything. Yes you can find other places with more options, but they don't taste nearly half as good as Gangnam does. Richard was also our server and made sure to make the visit special for my partner as it was his birthday. This is definitely going to be a go to spot going forward, especially since the overall vibe was so much calmer than a lot of other places. read more

Gangnam Ave - Korean Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

Multiple times coming here but still good as ever and best korean bbq in town so far. Love the place, all the varieties of AYCE meat options and appetizers. Always hot and fresh from the soup, egg, ramen and even the rice. There is only one comment i can say is the server. This old lady like that always becoming our server every time we are here. She is not smiling, checking on us, always late on giving our orders, she is not even looking at us, i dont really like her. Hoping to get other servers when coming back here because i really love this place and the food, read more

Gangnam Ave - Korean Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

Service was great! I got seated fairly quickly when it was a small party. Everyone checked up on you and gave great suggestions when suggesting what meats to try next. Would definitely return and perhaps try their second location. Anna was my servicer and she was super efficient and mindful. read more

Gangnam Ave - Anna L is the best! - Korean Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

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My new favorite kbbq spot! Had my friends try it out and they really enjoyed it here as well! The sides tasted delicious and had flavored that weren't too overwhelming and the proteins were great! Our servers were so nice and very attentive. Always a good time coming to this kbbq and will be coming back there! read more

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Wow! I love this intimate, Gangnam Ave all you can eat Korean Barbecue. Know that there's Course A and Course B options to choose from and a kids menu. There's a wide variety of appetizers to choose from as well. I loved the spicy popcorn chicken and Cajun fries. My husband enjoyed the spicy rice cake and corn cheese. I enjoyed garlic shrimp and spicy bulgogi chicken from the protein. They have rice papers but I did have to ask. The entire experience was nice. I loved the great customer service. The staff circulated often to switch out the grills. I can't wait to come back and try different seafood such as Cajun shrimp, different varieties of chicken all the stews. Overall this place deserves a 5/5 because they are fantastic. read more

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I love the authentic look of Kbbq here. Meat and banchan are good. Seafood tofu soup is flavorful and so good! Service from the older lady is bad... she is annoyed every time she is our server. No warning before a grill change.. For $40/person... Soda is not refillable (canned soda) & you have to pay for ice cream! read more

Y'all the price and taste of Gangnam Ave leaves it as one of the best KBBQ spots in the greater Sacramento area. You have an amazing atmosphere with food that is consistent in quality and service. The music is amazing and the staff is so friendly. I usually only get the beef, but don't sleep on the sea food. Go with friends and get your moneys worth!! read more

Gangnam Ave - Korean Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

Gangnam Ave is my partner and I's favorite kbbq spot. No other kbbq in the area has kept us feining for more. We had no idea how often we came here until our server recognized us, walked us to our table and the banchan we loved was in bulk, our drink order was already there, and our server knew our meat orders. It was slightly embarrassing at first, but now I love how attentive they are and it definitely streamlines the process for us. The food is great, service is awesome, and the vibes are immaculate. Gangnam doesn't disappoint! read more

Had an Amazing time after going with buddy who was also told about how amazing this place is Tried everything we could've wanted to got a pitcher of beer and a bottle of sake and four rounds meat and appetizers...we were checked on frequently ANGIE is fantastic and was quick to change our grill and made sure our waters were full and that we were well fed before we lift.... it was a great first experience for both of us read more

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Honestly food here on point, delicious and flavorful and felt like the price justified it although it is a bit higher than other Korean bbq spots. The only thing that was kind of a bummer was service was really good in the beginning but as people came in for the dinner shifts and they started socializing more and we had to chase someone down for our check after waiting a bit. Dessert isn't included unfortunately with the AYCE price and is sold separately. The place is really cute but it is HOT and maybe even poorly ventilated? Lots of smoke bc the vents aren't near the table. I'd probs come back if one of my other friends wanted to try it but probably not on my own accord. Overall, food was delicious though. Everything else was meh. read more

I play cards at Final Cut TCG in the same parking lot and decided to stop here for dinner after some games. The interior is nice, liud music and gives the weekend club vibe which is cool. The service was top notch, didn't have to with long for refills, ordered taken promptly, tables cleared of empty dishes and grill changes at the perfect time, this while it being packed inside. The food was great, seasoned well and fresh! I definitely will be coming back again and this place has forced its way into my top 3 kbbq restaurants in the greater Sacramento area. read more

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As a former server in another Korean restaurant I got to be honest. This place is the best Korean BBQ restaurant in the area that Ive tried. The meats first off are always so fresh. The variety is amazing and the ambiance is modern and great. read more

Came here with friends two years ago, and I've returned a handful of times since. Really enjoy the marinade meats, the sides and the experience! Service is always nice and attentive. It's a very friendly, quick turn around place. Great for large groups! Be back soon :) read more

Gangnam Ave - Korean Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

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Checking in again! Came with my boyfriend and my friends. I love bringing new people here because everyone leaves so satisfied with the meat quality and the service. Ready to come eat again, thanks Gangnam staff for always providing such a pleasant dining experience. read more

Gangnam Ave - Korean Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

Came here with family and it was quite an experience. Everything was good. They have a lot different meats like brisket, octopus, shrimp, pork cheeks, beef tongue and etc. Service was good and they gave my autistic son half off. Ambiance was nice. It was about $40 for the premium AYCE per person. read more

Gangnam Ave - Bathroom sink - Korean Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

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Gangnam was awesome, the whole gang agreed. Came in for Father's Day. They weren't accepting reservations but we got a table in about 25 minutes. We were seated at a nice large booth which made it comfortable for the four of us. The banchan or side dishes were already on the table. The cabbage slaw was particularly fresh and vibrant. spicy cucumbers, fish cake, glass noodles etc. Not too many, rather small and no refills (offered but sure you could ask) but didn't mind to focus on the main event MEATS. You could order 3 apps and 3 proteins at a time. The spicy popcorn chicken was our favorite appetizer, french frys ok enough to order another but the pot sticker was bland. Vegetables were a fresh side and pineapple was like candy. We asked our server Angelina for recommendations and she offered a few. Service was friendly and efficient. We were never waiting. We did have to request a spicy sauce a couple times and reminder for another beer, but it was all fine. Having a good time and great meal. Here is our Top Down favorites Brisket Point ( a few rounds!!!) Spicy Brisket Garlic Chicken Bulgogi Bone In Marinated Short Rib Spicy Pork Bulgogi Cajun Shrimp (good hard to eat - shell) Thin Pork Belly ( not that thin!) Pork jowl (unique) Prime Steak (not as prime as expected) Chuck Flap (tougher) Beef Belly ( very "marbled") The brisket point was the best in terms of flavor and tenderness. And in general the spicy or marinated version were preferred. There is a posted time limit, but we were not rushed. Price is very affordable ($36 per person) compared to a steakhouse style dinner. read more

This is our go to kbbq anytime! Ambiance is very nice and the price is worth it for the service and food. We love the side dishes and all the meat are high quality. Though, I wished they bring back making boba tea. Still, this is our top 1 kbbq place. read more

Service was excellent to say the least. They kept the limitless food coming and we did good if i don't say so myself. Low sodium protein available for low sodium diets. We were in a nice size group and they accommodated us easily and comfortably. Cooking your own food at the table wasn't much work, it was actually like a workout while you eat. The bathroom was clean, even the stalls, and the restaurant wasn't too lit up but wasn't like a dungeon either. I recommend this place when you are hungry cause it will hit the spot read more

This has become our favorite Korean BBQ place, since early 2025. They have more of a variety on their menu compared to similar places we've tried. Service could be "warmer," but I think it's because they have to hustle, especially when the place is packed. The longest wait we've had to do was about 15-20 minutes despite having a reservation -- again, this was during the dinner rush, so that wasn't too bad. We've been to places where wait time is almost always 2 hours, especially when you don't have a reservation. Food wise, everything we've tried was excellent. My daughter loves the boneless marinated short ribs and my husband's favorite is the spicy pork bulgogi. My toddler devours the Japchae every time, as soon as we sit down. We brought my in-laws to this place as their first Korean BBQ experience, and they raved about it even days after. read more

Gangnam Ave - Brought the kiddo here the day before she got her braces she loved it - Korean Near Me - Rancho Cordova, California

We love Korean BBQ but haven't been to this spot yet. They have 2 different tiers for the AYCE with tier 1 including a few selections of premium meat plus sides and the 2nd tier having the standard meats. We opted for the 2nd tier since we haven't been to this location yet. I will stay off that the quantity of meat they bring is much larger than some of the other BBQ spots we have been to. I really liked the flavor of the marinade and I like that they include dipping sauce without having to do a separate order. They have standard steamed rice and fried rice which is also nice along with popcorn chicken for appetizers. We came on a Saturday night and were able to get seated for a party of 2 right away. The dining area is smaller than most so don't expect fast seating with a large party, our service was great and they were very quick to bring our next selections out which is typically much slower to happen at other Korean spots. If you are looking for a new AYCE Korean spot definitely add Gangnam to your list and you will not be disappointed read more

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Food is good, but kiosk for waitlist and seating is confusing. Arrived and the kiosk displayed that there was no waitlist. Multiple groups of parties standing around, but no hostess to great you or seat you even though lots of empty tables. A worker walks over and resets the kiosk for groups to add their names. Group #1 got seated right away. We were group #2, but for whatever reason group #3 got called before us. No hostess to explain why or how much longer to wait. Asked a worker what was taking so long when there's empty tables and why group #3 got called first and received some confused response, which ended with we can seat you now if you want. Like of course we want, why else have we been sitting and standing around for. read more

All you can eat . So my initial waitress was a 5/5. The prices were all you can eat prices. Overall fair. My kids enjoyed themselves. My kids 1st time trying Korean cuisine. An they loved it. Says a lot. read more

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This was actually my second time here. My first visit wasn't that memorable, so I didn't have high expectations, but I'm glad I gave it another shot. The good: Bone-in galbi Pork jowl Bibim naengmyeon Steamed egg Seafood stew Large intestine Instant ramen All of these were solid. I appreciated that the marinated options weren't overly sweet like at some other KBBQ spots. Not so good: So-maek (Soju + beer) I didn't like that it was pre-mixed--it made the beer flat. Would've preferred it served separately. Kimchi stew: I enjoy salty food, but this was overly salty even for my taste. Service was extremely friendly and fast, which made the experience even better. Overall, I'd give this place 3.5/5. read more