Once upon a time, off Bandera Road next to the Bahama Bucks was a restaurant named Bowl and Box. It was an amazing spot with beef bulgogi dishes. Fast forward a few years, now named Garlic Bulgogi (and closer to Bandera/Huebner), the restaurant brings the same energy and joy with delicious, well-served dishes! My husband and I love to come to Garlic Bulgogi on the weekends as one of our cozy spots. He always ordered the Beef Bulgogi and I jump between Spicy Beef Bulgogi, Beef Bulgogi Stew or in this case, Beef Japchae. The plates are always consistent in flavor and portion sizes. The staff is always friendly and knowledgeable of the menu and we love the owner! She is always attentive and ready to check on guests. Tonight's experience was perfect! Our dishes were served with banchan which included kimchi, cucumbers, potatoes, daikon, onions and more. The Beef Japchae was packed with veggies, tender beef, hot, and the sweet potato noodles brought the right about of texture to the dish. The Beef Bulgogi plate was an explosion of flavor in every bite. The beef was tender and always a great go-to. Each dish came with a side of white rice. We absolutely love Garlic Bulgogi and have the best time, food and experience when we visit! We can't wait come back to try a new dish. read more

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Not the best experience. the spicy rice cakes, tteokboki were watery, but they were still spicy. I recommend the beef Bulgogi that seemed really delicious. White rice seem OK and hot tea. I'm a big spicy rice cake, tteokboki lover, and I will probably frequent another spot for it. read more

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The inside was amazing feels like you are right at home. The staff were very nice and helped me with the menu and making me feel welcomed! Now the most important thing is the food...... IT WAS AMAZING IT WAS SOOOOO GOOD AND DEFINITELY WORTH THE WAIT!!!! I will be back 10/10 do recommend!! read more

The food was pretty good, I thought the tofu soup I got was yummy but it didn't have as strong flavors as other korean places I've been too. Their prices were a little steep too (soup was $18) which includes banchan. Their service was great, the worker there explained their menu well and checked up on us often. read more

Garlic Bulgogi - Seafood tofu soup and banchan - Korean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

I was craving Korean food and found this local spot. It's actually quite better than I expected! I will say the service was exceptional! As soon as I walked in I was greeted and treated with so much respect it was amazing! I did order to-go but the folks up front were very informative. We got the shrimp tempura & jalapeño poppers as appetizers, shrimp tempura was unfortunately not good, the tempura didn't taste fresh, it actually tasted like it was frozen and then deep fried and semi-watery. The jalapeño poppers weren't bad at all, quite good, although they don't go with the Korean food honestly. As our main dishes we got their very popular LA Galbi Dub-Bob (beef ribs) and holy moly they didn't disappoint! Absolutely delicious! I got the dinner plate so it was a lot! I will definitely go back, just to get that plate again! My husband got their spicy beef bulgogi, and it was so good! The place itself is cute and seemed quite quiet for a busy night. Overall I will definitely be back! read more

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We happened along this gem of a restaurant because my husband had a craving for Bulgogi. We are so glad to find Garlic Bulgogi close by. This restaurant has been in business for a year and a half. It was midafternoon so we didn't expect it would be busy but for that time of day there were several patrons. We were seated immediately and the staff were extremely helpful and explained the different dishes. We ordered gyoza and egg rolls to start with hot tea. It all came out hot, fresh, and delicious. We moved on to beef bulgogi and LA Galbi. They were both great but those short ribs were outstanding. It came with rice and a total of 8 banchan (sides of kimchi/marinated veggies). They also brought us some miso soup that was delicious as well. When the brought us the check the owner brought us small yogurt drinks that were quite tasty. The dining room was clean and inviting. No complaints inside or out. We will be coming back many times. There's plenty more we want to try. There was so much food but we ate it all, it was that good. This is one of those gems you want to keep opened! So get yourself there soon!! read more

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So AMAZING!!! GREAT food. GREAT service. Owner and staff are amazing! Great ambiance! They play good music at a comfortable level as well!

I finally made it out to Garlic Bulgogi on Badera to see what all the fuss is about. The place is clean and organized, though the partitions in the dining area make it feel a bit smaller and tighter than the more open layout this place used to have before it became Garlic Bulgogi. Still, they do a good job of keep things tidy and welcoming. The service was a highlight: two staff members (an older woman and a young gentleman) were both warm, attentive, and always ready with a smile. They really rescued our experience because honestly, some of the dishes felt a little underwhelming compared to what we're used to. If I were the owner, I'd definitely be proud of their hospitality. A little background...having lived and worked in NY/NJ, I'm accustomed to top-tier, authentic Korean food (Fort Lee and Leonia NJ, Korea town in NYC, etc.), so my standards are shaped by that. The spicy seafood tofu soup wasn't really spicy and lacked some of that deep umami flavor I expect in Korean tofu stews (oh gee, I'm missing SoKong Dong). The shrimp tempura udon was solid, but just kind of "there" rather than something I'd crave to order again. Tha jalapeño popper appetizer was small, yes, but tasty...they did something a bit different with the presentation that made the plate look more generous and creative than ordinary. A couple other observations: we didn't see many Asian diners when we were there (except for us) maybe flavor expectations or marketing are keeping authenticity seekers away. Also, asking for extra banchan came with a charge, which felt pretty odd for a Korean place. The complimentary probiotic drink after the meal was a nice touch, though not enough to shift my overall impression. Chas Market in San Antonio still wins for me when I want truly satisfying traditional Korean fare. Summing it all up, Garlic Bulgogi has some strong points, friendly service, clean space (including the bathroom, it's a trek down the winding hallway to the bathroom), some creative presentation. But I'd love to see them lean harder into bold, authentic flavors, and embrace more of the traditional ways of cooking and serving. If they do that this place could really shine and I'd finally add two more stars for a perfect Yelp review. read more

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So amazing!!! The staff were so sweet and generous. I had the spicy pork bulgogi and OMG!!! so so so good, everything tasted amazing and the banchan was so fresh. Me and my family will definitely be back! read more

My son and I were hungry the other day, but not really planning to go out to eat. I mentioned how I wanted to try Garlic Bulgogi, but they never were open for lunch when I drove by. He said they were open for lunch, so I looked online to check. I was right. They don't open until 2:00 PM. Since I had it on my screen, I looked over the menu. I am a big fan of Korean dramas and had always wanted to try tteokbokki. They seem to eat it at least once sooner or later in every series I ever watched. It really looked awesome, so I bought some instant packages at the Asian market. It was chewy and tasteless. I knew it had to be better in Korea. When I saw it listed on Garlic Bulgogi's menu, I reached for my car keys and told my son to head for the truck. What a "WOW" meal we had. We both got the tteokbokki. I got beef bulgogi flavored and he got chicken. We were served a delicious bowl of miso soup, a small salad, and sides of pickled radish and cucumber kimchi. Then, the server set those beautiful plates of tteokbokki in front of us. The smell was intoxicating. I used my chopsticks to grab one of the rice cakes and popped it whole into my mouth. It tasted fantastic, but the texture was out of this world. They were a tiny bit chewy, but very soft. Not like the instant ones that I had to chew until my jaws ached. My second bite was pure bulgogi. They meat was good, but that sauce! I could have eaten a bowl of it with a spoon. It was almost too good. I really like everything about the place except the music. They had country music playing. Please, if you are reading this Mr. Manager or Owner, consider playing K-Pop or some other Korean music. The decor is very nice, and everything seemed super clean. All it needs is a music change. My son and I will be back. There are other flavors of tteokbokki to try. Plus, I want to try some of the other dishes on the menu. It is very affordable and really fits into my current Hallyu Fan Phase. read more

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This restaurant is a great spot for a quick bite. The seating area is quaint and clean. I had the LA galbi and it was flavorful and marinated to perfection. The meat at first looks like it's going to be tough but as soon as you bite into it you realize that the marinade worked its magic. The LA galbi was tender and smoking hot when it reached my table. The char on the beef was soooo good. The vegetable side dishes were good too. The mung bean sprouts salad was crisp and the kimchi was yummy. It wasn't too spicy. The staff were warm and friendly and service was quick. I went around 7pm and it wasn't crowded or loud. I'd go again in a heartbeat. read more

Garlic Bulgogi - LA galbi - Korean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Tried it for the first time this evening. Service was excellent. They were on top of everything. Tried the Miso soup first. Lots of flavor in the broth. Great start to the meal. Next was the Goyza. Excellent dipped in some soy sauce. Concluded the meal with Spicy Chicken Bulgogi. Definitely needed an extra glass of water but it did have a great flavor. Will definitely come back and try some more. read more

Garlic Bulgogi - Gyoza dumplings - Korean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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The service here was great! Everyone was very attentive and made sure I had everything I needed. The area was clean and the decor was fitting. I ordered the chicken bulgogi dish, but the smaller portion. The flavor of the chicken was lacking and the kimchi looked and tasted old. The menu has a nice variety so it's possible their specialty is one of the other dishes, but I did not particularly enjoy mine. Three stars for service and price point! read more

Garlic Bulgogi - Chicken bulgogi smaller portion - Korean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Excellent food, I've never had Korean food before but this was excellent, great flavor. The service was excellent, we were greeted as soon as we stepped foot in the door and were waited on very attentively. The interior is simple and comfortable, perfect place for a date with the wife. read more

Garlic Bulgogi - Spicy Beef Tteok - Korean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Look, the food is good. And so is the ambience. But I just can't get over that they charge for banchan when all other places I like offer it free and with refills. read more

If I could give zero stars to this restaurant I would! I walk in to see a familiar face and I believe she worked at Arirang maybe? That lady was really nice to us! And then a younger guy came to serve us. Whatever I picked off the menu description doesn't really match what I got! If I tell you it is not edible it is an understatement! Not only bad flavor, chewy meat! I called them to ask them why the dish tastes so off! They left with no response. Waited waited until I asked the First Lady again... she responded that they refused to change the dish or recook it and if I am not happy I can not eat it and leave! What??? Is that how you treat customers? For a moment I wanted to at least leave a tip for the server... it isn't his fault! They all vanished. They would pass by and ignore me like I don't exist. We got up and left and never again! read more

Garlic Bulgogi - Korean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

In the area for business and found this place. Located in strip center behind Arby's off Bandera. Small, clean restaurant and good service. Food had great flavor. Ordered the spicy beef bulgogi dinner, which came with white rice and several sides. Nephew ordered the spicy chicken bulgogi regular plate (smaller portion from dinner). Meal started with a miso soup. All drinks are in bottles, only refillable drink is water. Will definitely be back to try other dishes like the ramen items. read more

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Everything was so good and Becky the cook is the sweetest you can tell she loves what she does! Everyone was so sweet and the space was so cozy. Will be back ! Hidden gem read more

Garlic Bulgogi - Korean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Small and intimate. Met the owners while my food was being prepared, such a sweet nice family. Food was fresh and tasty! Got tteok pork bulgogi, spicy beef dub bob, miso soup, and gyoza. Great portions! Go support this family business! read more

It was a decent place. korean food is authentic. portion size is good for the money...maybe a bit pricier than it should be considering there was a limit on BanChan. literally the portion size for ban chan was super small not even enough for one person. my daughter loved the Japche. Service was good. friendly establishment with country music playing in the background! read more

Everything was amazing. The staff was so warm and friendly, really nice inviting space. We had the gyoza, soo crispy. Mains were LA galbi and spicy pork bulgogi. The galbi came out SIZZLING ya'll. They each came with rice and were served with really tasty banchan. Both excellent dishes! Paired with a nice cold kirin. Definitely give this place a try! read more

We visited on a Saturday evening around 6:45. As we walked in, a family of four was leaving, and we noticed we were the only ones in the restaurant--a bit surprising for a Saturday since we've been here twice before and it was busier. We were warmly greeted and seated near the front. Our host and server, Mia, was friendly and attentive from the start. After settling in, Mia took our drink orders. They offer Coke products and a variety of unique Asian drinks like ramune in several flavors. We started with an appetizer of veggie spring rolls and decided to wait a bit before ordering our entrées. The spring rolls came out quickly, within 5-6 minutes, along with complimentary miso soup that accompanies any entrée. For our mains, I chose the beef kalbi, and my wife ordered the beef japchae. The food arrived promptly, within 10 minutes, which was expected since we were the only diners. Each entrée came with white rice, salads, and a fantastic selection of about eight banchan. They even provided scissors for cutting the kalbi, which was a thoughtful touch. The kalbi was perfectly seasoned and grilled, with a tender, slightly charred texture--absolutely delicious. The japchae was just as impressive: fresh, hot, and packed with veggies and beef. The noodles had a great chew and weren't overly oily. The banchan variety was outstanding, and we appreciated that refills were available. Overall, the meal was excellent, as always. We've never had a bad experience here, and we're excited to return to try some of their Korean soups. Highly recommend! read more

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Shout out to the people at this place is really good. Awesome right at the food. I highly recommend the Ramen and the can she really on fire on flake really good food in service awesome as hell people really good environment open late. read more

We got so excited when we heard they've opened!! They used to be Bowl and Box at another location along Bandera before, and we would go there almost every week. The people are there are just awesome and they always ALWAYS make our toddler feel comfortable. The menu is about the same as Bowl and Box, but in BIGGER portions. The food is excellent, as usual! Their regular bulgogi was one of my favorite dishes during my second pregnancy. My husband loves their Katsu.. The sides are just amazing, and I could probably get full just by the sides alone! I love that the space is bigger, so they can accommodate more people. We plan to bring more people there. I can't recommend this place enough!! read more

Garlic Bulgogi - Korean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Service was GREAT! Food was PERFECT. I highly highly recommend stopping in! It wasn't crowded when we went but even if it was i don't think it would feel crowded. The inside and the ambiance of the place is minimalistic but tasteful and comfortable! read more

Garlic Bulgogi - Korean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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La Galbi was deep with flavor and juicy ‍. The banchans were also prepped and seasoned well. The kimchi was not very pickled as I prefer but still good. ( I prefer 3-5 days to be fermented) The rice and chapchae were perfect!! I love the minimalist decor and booth seating. The service is immediate and consistent. I would definitely be glad to try more of their menu. The rice drink at the end is a nice touch as well. read more

Garlic Bulgogi - La Bulgolgi, chapchae and banchans - Korean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

This is the closest Korean food restaurant near my house and it is really tasty. We have ordered to-go several times and the food and service is always good. read more

First time customer here and I was amazed by the food and service!! I will definitely come back. We were greeted by a friendly host/waiter. He was so friendly and answered all my questions without being annoyed. The chef, maybe owner came out to check on us and trust me, the meals were delicious!! At the end of your meal you are given a probiotic drink. This place fills you up and makes sure you leave home with a happy stomach!! You won't regret it!! read more

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A fantastic experience, from the first interaction with the young man who took our order all the way to the last moments with the young lady who handled our check. They were fast, friendly, and knowledgeable. Also, they were patient when my wife and couldn't make up our minds because so many plates attracted our attention. The food was super tasty, and the little plates reminded me of the bulgogi I had when I was stationed in Korea. Though the bulgogi wasn't served so we could cook it at our table, as was the case in Korea, the flavor was exquisite. The kimchi was fresh and crunchy, the salad was fresh and lightly seasoned, The beer was tasty and cold. I'm an oddball who prefers a quiet place to eat, and these guys were almost perfect. The sound system was audible, but not overwhelming. I am not a fan of the TV station they tuned into, but thankfully the sound was muted. We're going back! read more

FYI...There is a 25% party fee for 6 people or more In your party. We had ordered three beef bulgogi dinners for $19.99 which included the side dishes (Kim chee, fish cake, etc.) but only received one side dishes for one of the dinner meals. They refused to refill our side dishes saying they gave us enough to feed the three dinner meals we bought...that's bull----!! I was not too happy about this and will not be coming back. read more

Wonderful restaurant! This new restaurant is beautifully remodeled from the previous tenant. We were quickly escorted to our seats and asked for our drink order. We ordered the egg rolls as an appetizer. They were nicely fried and had a good flavor. For our main courses, we ordered the tonkatsu and the spicy beef bulgogi. Both were delicious. Flavorful sauces and large portions. This was a great addition to the Leon Valley area and is very recommended. read more

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Don't let the unassuming outside fool you. It's very nice and quaint inside. They've just opened, so have patience, but it's definitely worth it. The miso soup and yakimandu were complimentary and very good. We ordered beef bulgogi, galbi, and beef japchae. With a few minor tweaks, they'd get 5 stars. The spicy ramen was the star of the dinner. Very delicious!!! The staff was very, very nice. Come give them a try, you won't be disappointed! read more

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Excellent!!!! Food, service & ambience. Perfectly done in every way! We'll definitely be back soon! read more

Garlic Bulgogi - Chicken bulgogi - Korean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Food was great, service was pretty good and the restaurant was quiet overall. I don't want to hold the pricing and portion size against the restaurant too much because some of those things are out of their control if they wanna make a profit but I felt a little cheated on the amount I paid for the amount of bulgogi I received. If the portions had been better I'd give them a 5 star no doubt read more

Tried for the first time this evening. Was really good- we'll be back Tried the gyoza (dumplings) very good! Beef bulgogi and pork katsu m While I normally prefer grilled bulgogi this was pan fried but very flavorful and good portions The pork katsu was very good. Pork was thick - (some places skimp and give you the thinnest pork ever) this one didn't and the katsu sauce was very good. read more

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This place had amazing service amazing food. Everything was seasoned really well. I accidentally stumbled upon this place and now I recommend it to everyone that I come across very fairly priced for the portions that you receive. read more

Garlic Bulgogi - Beef Bulgogi - Korean Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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This is my favorite place to eat, the owners are so welcoming. And it is always super clean here, and the food is amazing. Moving back from South Korea I've been on the hunt to find great food and this spot is the place! I always recommend everyone to come here if you want great Korean food. read more

Part of 11.. That's right walked with a party of 11 on Saturday at 6 pm. Was this a problem? Nope. Service was excellent from start to finish. I'm patient with people who do their best at trying to speak or whom try to understand. So the waitress wanted to be sure she had our orders right and I can appreciate her due diligence. The atmosphere was chill, with subtle music in the background. I like that this place offers a big dinner portion or smaller meal portion. Most of us opted for the smaller meal size which averaged about $13.00 dollars per plate. It still comes with rice and the smaller meal size plates with kimchi etc. This was a great relaxing place to enjoy a budget friendly Korean meal. I'll be back! read more

We had the spicy beef bulgogi and spicy pork. The food was delicious! The lady was very sweet and welcoming. We will definitely go back.

First timer, and everything was great. The food was tasty with flavor, fast service, I tried Soju for the first time, no complaints at all really. I wanna come back to try the other meals on the menu! *Side Note: the Strawberry soju was super sweet read more