One of the most popular K-food restaurants in the Bay Area, and their food is always a 10/10!…read more I've come back here so many times because all of their soups are so comforting, especially the galbitang - my absolute favorite. It feels just like a warm hug in a bowl! Their cold noodles, both spicy and non-spicy versions, are refreshing and perfect for cooling down summer heat. We also almost always order the mo deum soo yook for extra protein. It's a combination plate with boiled beef brisket, tail, and tendons. You will have to season them yourself with salt and pepper, but beef is always so soft and tender. I highly recommend ordering this only if you're dining with a group of 3 or more because the portion is huge! After finishing your meal, they'll serve you a yakult, super yummy and great for digestion (super thoughtful of them) They're busy and almost always have a waitlist, especially during peak dinner hours. From my experience, the longest I've waited was about 45 minutes, but normally it's only around 20-30 minutes. There's a boba shop nearby where you can grab a drink while waiting. Overall, I have nothing to complain about with this place. Try it once and you'll understand why everyone loves it!

-1 for service…read more Kunjip is always a hit! Came here on a Saturday around noon and thankfully we were early enough to avoid a wait. they don't allow outside drinks, which is a bummer because it was so hot and our drinks would go bad if left in the car. I got the galbi tang and they gave a good amount of beef! I was able to take home for a second meal :) i also love their kimchi. maybe around 10 minutes after we got our soup, we had asked for refills on the sides. when we got the refills, we also got our bill. we were no where close to being done eating and the servers would constantly check our table to see if we're done or needed boxes. while we were boxing our leftovers, the server aggressively took our soups (half way in the air trying to pour it) from us and packed it herself. my friend was trying to get the bone out first but the server was just awfully impatient. The whole dine-in experience felt very uncomfortable, especially since we were still actively eating.

The food and service were excellent. The server helped with splitting food portions and all the…read morestaff were extremely friendly. The side dishes included crab which we greatly enjoyed.

Wow, what a fantastic find! My family and I stopped by Chungdam on a whim tonight, and we couldn't…read morebe happier we did. From the moment we walked in, everything was exceptional. Even without a reservation, we were warmly greeted and quickly added to the waitlist. For a Thursday evening, the restaurant was pleasantly busy and buzzing with energy which is exactly the kind of lively atmosphere we love. There's plenty of parking, and the space itself is spotless, beautifully decorated, and clearly well cared for. The staff were all so friendly, welcoming, and attentive. The star of the show was definitely the meat. After trying nearly every Korean BBQ spot in Santa Clara, I can confidently say Chungdam has the best quality in the area. The difference in flavor and texture of the beef is immediately noticeable. It was tender, well-marbled, and full of rich taste. The banchan were outstanding too, especially the raw crab (my absolute favorite). We also loved the steamed egg, japchae, and bibimbap which were all delicious and perfectly executed. Our server, Bryan, took excellent care of us on our first visit and made the whole experience even better. He even told us about a back room that you can reserve for special occasions or even for hosting after work gatherings or dinners with friends We'll definitely be back soon! This was an absolute 10/10!!

I've been coming to this place for over a year, and the quality has been consistently amazing. I've…read moretried a lot of Korean BBQ restaurants, but this is by far my favorite. The meat is always fresh and high quality, and the atmosphere, vibe, and ambiance make every visit enjoyable. Every time I come here, Judy is there to welcome us with a smile. She always makes us feel at home, especially after a long day at work. Judy is the best! She goes above and beyond to make sure every visit is enjoyable and always checks on our table to make sure everything is perfect. The entire staff is friendly, the service is excellent, and the food never disappoints. Out of all the Korean BBQ spots in the area, this is the one I recommend the most. They even have an awesome happy hour with $1 pints, and the staff cooks the meat for you, so all you have to do is relax, eat, and enjoy. If you're looking for great food, outstanding service, and a welcoming atmosphere, this is the place to go! SEORAI numbah 1

This is Chungdam's sibling restaurant. Loved that there was only 2 people in line on yelp vs…read more Chungdam with 45 minute wait. Service was good. food was delicious! the bulgogi was generous portions given the $$. The kal bi was delicious. We got the lettuce wrap (aka leaves) glad we got it because it made it feel healthier. banchan: came with: square little rice paper wraps (not as healthy as lettuce but something), kim chee, sprouts, marinated onions with peppers (spicy! but I'm a wimp, any spice is too much for me), jap chae I didn't like the self-order on tablet. (at least it wasn't order off phone, I really hate that) at other restaurants if you order enough, they "service you" free steamed egg. Here I had to buy it myself. negative, there was a dripping pipe on the floor, and we had to point it out for them to wipe it, but then it dripped more. was that water? or grease? who knows. we had to suggest they put a towel so I didn't have to stare at it creeping towards me all night. fun korean pop music in background. cheaper feeling ambiance. definitely coming again for the food and minimal line. didn't like that tip defaulted to 20% minimum (then 23%, 28%) but at least they calculate that pre-tax.

Came here two times in a roll. First time we shared the platter with the kids. It wasn't what I had…read morein mind, raw all the way . I ended up fine. Second time we ordered the steamed seafood basked in spicy soy. Shared a seafood noodle dish. It was a huge portion. It gets so busy there that they are well organized, gets you in and out. After entering the restaurant, the right side of you is more like a booth type of seating. How much I adore their decor. First impressions when you walk into an establishment says a lot about the owners. As customers it feels inviting and cozy.

My friends and I arrived at 5pm at the opening of dinner on a Thursday and already there were a few…read moretables occupied. We were seated and given the menus. A water carafe was brought out right after for us. The restaurant is pretty big, airy and clean. There were tables and booths to be seated at and the tables can easily be arranged to accomodate a large group. We ordered the following for 3 people: 1. Seafood pancake: Different batter than other Korean restaurant. Nice crisp and lots of seafood. Accompanied by a soy sauce but I did not dip it as I like to taste the seafood and not overwhelm my taste buds with sauces on the pancakes. 2. Mul naengmyeon (cold noodles): my first try at this and I enjoyed it. Different from what I am used for noodle soup to but its's very good. Savory but light. Lots of noodles were given and not enough protein. I like the slushy icy broth texture. I think it may be the broth itself frozen as by the time we finish eating, it still maintained a savory broth and not water down. Three people shared this and we couldn't finish the noodles itself. 3. Soy sauce marinade crab: This was a pricy dish for 1 crab accompanied by a fancy dish of rice with some fresh and dried seaweed, tobiko and thinly sliced pickled radish. Well prepared as I did not taste or smell the ocean. Flavorful and good though I prefer eating the spicy marinade crab better as I love spices. We did not try the spicy crab here as a friend do not eat spicy. The dishes were all big. We finished the marinade crab but still had some cold noodles and pancake left to go. Services was average as we had ordered a coke and it came out when we asked for it after the food had all come out. Our water carafe was out and we didn't get a refill since we were finish with our food. When we asked for a spicy sauce to add into the cold noodles it was brought out promptly. You'll have to either eat lightly through the day or skip lunch before coming here for dinner as I think the portions are pretty large. Also, be prepare to pay a high bill as for 3 people including a bottle of soju, 1 soda and 15% tip our bill was a a couple dollars shy of $150.

Some friends were in the mood for Korean BBQ, and I had heard good things about Baekjeong…read more Everything was really good! The waiter helped us pick what to order, since we had no idea. We ended up going with the small beef combo - brisket, short rib, marinated short rib. Also ordered the kimchi pancake, crispy. The surprise highlight was the kimchi pancake, it was delicious! And the marinated short rib was the best grilled meat - tender meat, tasty marinade. The egg soufflés and cheese/corn was also very good. I'll definitely be back!

Giving it a 4 because the food is great quality and comparable to KBBQ you could find in Koreatown…read morein LA, but their service is a weak spot. We've been to the Baekjeong in LA and I felt like the one in LA was better. Service feels very robotic here. Baekjeong is not AYCE KBBQ, so it should be an experience. It just feels like you're constantly flagging your server down. Asking for more banchan, your next meat to be grilled, etc. It's a big restaurant, so they should staff better, so they can properly attend their tables--especially since the customers don't do the cooking. They were also out of rice paper which was really lame. 3 felt too low, but they have a lot to work on for a 5. Food is fantastic. No arguments there.

Really good KBBQ spot! The meat was fresh, the banchan was great, and the service was super…read morefriendly. Everything came out quickly, and the atmosphere was nice and clean. Definitely one of my favorite Korean BBQ places in San Jose. Would come back!

I love ToBang! The service was great and super fast (jokingly with the name)…read more We walked in with a party of 9 on a Sunday night and we were able to get seated within 10 minutes. The servers were very accommodating and the food was delicious. 10/10 would come ToBang again

Fast and Delicious!!…read more We had the following and they were all very yummy!! Great flavors and cooked to perfection - Seafood Pancake - Dumpling Tofu Soup (spicy) - this was not spicy enough for me ... but still yummy - Daeji Bulgogi spicy marinated sliced pork) - also was not as spicy as we'd like ... but still yummy - La Galbi (B.B.Q. beef short ribs) ... these were really flavorful!! - Galbitang (beef rib soup) ... amazing broth and the beef just fell off the bone (perfect for a hangover...lol) Pretty big place... and they have private rooms. Parking is plentiful, but there are lots of signs about car theft.. so be careful. Staff were very attentive in replenishing the banchan. Overall great time! Would I go back? Absolutely!!

I was craving some bossam and my mom was craving bibimbap and tofu stew, so we came to Jang Su Jang…read moreon a Friday around 1pm - it was pretty empty, with only one other party inside the entire time we were there. It's quite large with many tables and chairs inside, and it's nice and brightly lit. Service was quick and efficient, and they moved us to a larger table after hearing how much we were ordering We definitely overordered and got a seafood pancake to start, the smaller size of bossam, a kimchi tofu soup, and a beef bibimbap. The bossam took a while to come out, and by then we were already pretty full off of the pancake, soup and bibimbap. Service sizes are generous, and this definitely would've been enough for 4+ people to share. There was a great assortment of different banchan - my favorite is the jelly! The pancake was nice and crispy, with a good amount of seafood, the bibimbap had a great amount of crispy rice at the bottom and the tofu soup was comforting and exactly what we were looking for. The bossam had a lot of meat - I kind of wished there was more radish and napa to go with the meat, but it was tender, not too fatty, and satisfying. We had plenty of leftovers to take home. Jang su jang is still a classic staple, and has a delicious offering for almost any korean craving you could want. It's a little pricey, but comparable to other options in the area with consistent quality that makes it worth it in my opinion.

Paik's has been a favorite of ours to come to when craving black bean noodles and a nice hot bowl…read moreof jjamppong. Their prices are very affordable considering their large portions! Service is usually very attentive, and are very quick to assist you from the moment you get seated. The store itself is fairly large inside but parking at their lot can be tricky sometimes on busier nights. Their black bean noodles, jjamppong, and their sweet/sour pork are worth trying if it's your first time visiting!

The food here is ok. The dry noodles are cooked well enough and are pretty chewy, but I feel like…read morethe sauces are are pretty bland and a little oily. The soups are pretty average. The fried pork is a lot of chewy fried exterior and the pork and sauce is so so. We've eaten her a few times, their fried black bean sauce noodle is the one thing that's pretty good because it has some decent grilled flavor, but it's also a bit oily.