When I think food to try while in VA, Korean admittedly doesn't immediately come to mind but Gogi-wa is the exception! Run by an older Korean couple, their menu of classic favorites will have you debating between what to order. I went with one of their customer favorites: spicy chicken and it was delicious! And such a genius serving size! This one bowl lasted me the span of two meals! I knew it was going to be a memorable meal when I saw the wall of compliments & notes left by past customers. There's a lot of love felt in this small restaurant. read more

Gogi-wa - #6. Spicy Grilled Chicken (10/10) & #1. (steak) Bulgogi (9/10) -- GENEROUS servings! - Korean Near Me - Elkton, Virginia

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Great food. Best Korean bbq I ever had, and that's saying something. They put a lot of pride and passion into their food. Bulgogi, salad, and Kim chi are good. Service is a bit slow. Be prepared to wait 40 minutes. Cute ambiance. read more

Gogi-wa - But - Korean Near Me - Elkton, Virginia

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Great food and value. Excellent service! We visit every time our family visits the area.

This is a find. The food is delicious and the quality of ingredients is fresh and tasty. Ingredients matter for any cuisine. We had 7 of us from age 5 to 70 and all enjoyed their dinner. (Family friendly to eat on porch outside at picnic table near Koi pond as no space inside.). It is a very welcoming and friendly restaurant with great quality you would not expect to find hidden behind some other stores near Massanutten Resort. read more

Do not miss this place. High quality yummy food. The owner is nice to chat with too!!!

Beautiful atmosphere outside with coy pond. Greeted as soon as we walked in and the owner walked us through the dishes and what was most popular, etc. The food was great as well. Virginia smack chicken looked so good but will get that next time. Will definitely recommend and return. read more

Gogi-wa - Spicy bulgogi bop - Korean Near Me - Elkton, Virginia

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Seriously some of the best Korean food I have ever tasted. The owners focus on using organic food in all the food! The owners make amazing food and are really kind people. You can tell their love for food comes through every bite. The seating is outdoor but they have really cute coverings and everything can go to-go if you want to do takeaway! We will for sure come back. read more

Traveled all the way from Augusta County for this marvelous introduction to Korean cuisine. Delicious and easy to afford. Definitely worth another trip. read more

After living in Korea several years I can say the food is authentic and delicious. Looking forward to coming back!

A solid Korean gem located where you don't expect to find authentic Korean food. It won't beat a bigger restaurant with more options - but it does its small compact menu extremely well! It was my first time having cup bop which had a little bit of everything (japchae (Korean stir fry noodles), rice, veges, a fried mandu (Korean dumpling), and tasty meat) which made this a perfect pre-hike meal for us. A very homely tasty Korean spot - check them out if you are craving a little Korean fix! read more

Gogi-wa - Left: spicy pork cup bop; Right: kimchi bulgogi cup bop - Korean Near Me - Elkton, Virginia

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I see why #4, the Spicy pork cup bop, is the best seller. Meat is cooked just right, and I don't have to choose between rice or noodles - get the best of both! Loved that the bulgogi sandwich was served on a potato roll, as opposed to a sub as pictured. And just like the spicy pork in the bop, bulgogi was cooked & marinated well. The shop is small but well decorated with beautiful drawings, including items featured on the menu! Staff was friendly and the plaza it's located in has a boardwalk/beach vibe - unexpected but fun. read more

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This is a definite visit if you like authentic Korean food! I got the kimchi bulgolgi bowl (bibimbap) and it was very yummy - could probably go for something spicier. We also tried the nachos and they were different but very yummy. The owners are SO kind. They brought out a heater along with blankets as we enjoyed our meal. At the end the kind gentleman brought us out warm green tea :) read more

Gogi-wa - a table full of food - Korean Near Me - Elkton, Virginia

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Great takeout korean bowls snd fried chicken. Wish they were open more, but good quality stuff.

Great food, owner very friendly and explained any questions we had. Amazing Korean Smack Chicken. The breading was extra crispy and the sauce very flavorful. read more

Gogi-wa - Korean Smack Chicken with honey soy garlic sauce. Amazing! - Korean Near Me - Elkton, Virginia

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We have eaten here many times and it's always been delicious. Food is fresh, service is good. Small place to order only - must eat outside or "take out". We are repeat customers and will be back! read more

Really good chicken and bulgogi. Cute porch to sit on. And the owners are super friendly. read more

Gogi-wa - Grilled chicken cup - Korean Near Me - Elkton, Virginia

Small establishment. Hidden from the road. Just east of the entrance to Massanutten resort. Portions were generous and quite tasty. I had never had Vietnamese food before. The noodles were a divergence from other Asian faire that I have had. Not as savory as Chinese food but still good. A few outdoor tables is only onsite dining available. I presume the owner served me and he was very nice. My call in order was ready and still warm when a returned back to my place. Will return in the future. read more

My friend and I both had the beef bulgogi and we shared an order of vegetable dumplings. Both were very delicious and very fresh tasting. The owner was very nice and attentive. This place is mostly for take out but does have outdoor seating. Don't fear though, they have dining bubbles! It was a cold rainy evening and Yujin made sure our dining bubble was the perfect temperature. What a fun evening! I will definitely be back. I want to try the kimchi and the spicy pork bowl. read more

Gogi-wa - Beef Bulgogi - Korean Near Me - Elkton, Virginia

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Food was very good and unique. Would definitely recommend the spicy pork bowl and the tempura shrimp. The dumplings were good but they melt cheese on top of them which I found kinda strange. Small place with a few outdoor tables but mostly setup for takeout. Definitely worth trying out. read more

Happen to be staying at Massanutten in the off season, and we love Korean food, so we knew we had to check it out. Had the bulgogi with kimchi - so tasty! Really hit the spot on a cold and rainy day. It was a good balance of different tastes and textures. Highly recommend!! read more

Gogi-wa - Bulgogi - Korean Near Me - Elkton, Virginia

This place has no right to be this good! Everything was absolutely delicious and perfectly seasoned. The owner was so nice and service was fast. 10/10 you will not be disappointed. read more

Stopped by on the way to my parents. I'll be honest, I had seen the reviews on Yelp, but I didn't know exactly where it was located. It is in the shops across the street and just east from the Massanutten entrance. The same shops that have a hamburger spot and brewery. The bulgolgi bowl was VERY good. Even taking it to-go it was still perfect when we got home. I got the spicy pork bowl and glad I did. It was flavorful, but didn't consider it spicy. I'm not sure what the regular pork bowl would take. The bowl had a little bit of everything. All of the ingredients are locally sourced and prepared in house. It now falls into my top option when in the area visiting family. Vacationing at Massanutten? This is the perfect place for something a little different. read more

Gogi-wa - Spicy Pork Bowl - Korean Near Me - Elkton, Virginia

3.5 stars for gogiwa Most people think that the owner is really nice, but I didn't see anything special. The "pods" outside were kind of crowded but the food was really good. read more

This spot was definitely not around when I was visiting Massanutten last time. I didn't expect to find Korean -- especially some rated this highly, in the area, but wow was I blown away. The owner was super friendly and told me what was popular. Korean BBQ nachos, WHAT?!?! I almost got those, but decided to go the healthier route and get the bowl. I loved how the bowl had a fried mandu dumpling in it. I decided to sit outside, and the owner checked on me quite often and I was pleased to inform him how much I enjoyed everything! Every ingredient in the bowl was done well, from the pork to the dumpling, which intrigued me because it had cheese in it. I've never had mandu with cheese inside! Oh, and the spice level was on point -- he specifically told me that the bulgogi has no spice to it, and if I like spice to go with the pork. I am so glad I did! If I do go back, I will make sure to try the nachos. I hope they continue to do well! read more

Gogi-wa - Spicy Pork bowl - Korean Near Me - Elkton, Virginia

Always delicious and consistent! Definitely value for the money, quality ingredients and tons of flavor - bulgogi and spicy pork bowls are both great - and get some kimchi! read more

Excellent food, service and ambiance! Owner is extremely kind you'll be so happy you went!

We stopped here after a long drive and got a quick dinner. Service was fast and welcoming, the owner even coming out to be sure we didn't get rained on with a coming storm. The food was fresh and delicious. If we lived closer we'd be back often. read more

The food was so flavorful. We went back the next day because it was so good. The owners were so kind, friendly and helpful. I can't wait to go back! Get the pork bop cup and mandu you will not be disappointed read more

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Gogi-wa provided a fantastic lunch for us. I enjoyed the spicy pork bowl which contained rice, noodles, organic spring mix, corn, and spicy pork. Great flavor and the pork was lean. The spice was flavorful, not really any heat. I can see why this is a best seller. I would definitely order this bowl again. The staff was friendly and told us about their different dishes after realizing it was our first trip in. read more

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Fantastic and inventive. Friendly owners and fresh ingredients with no MSG! Right across from the Massanutten Resort with a couple tables outside. Bulgogi Nachos and dumplings with cheese and homemade hot sauce (similar to gojujang). The bowls are plentiful and tasty. The jap chae is delicious! read more

Gogi-wa - Korean Near Me - Elkton, Virginia

Great food at a great price. Owners are friendly and helpful. Top-notch ingredients, flavorful, well prepared, and nicely presented. If you're going to try out something new, this is the way to do it! read more

Gogi-wa - Grilled Chicken Korean BBQ Cup and Spicy Pork Korean BBQ Cup. Plus a beautiful fountain for ambience. - Korean Near Me - Elkton, Virginia

Found this place on Yelp and since we're staying at the Masanutten Resort, we decided to give it a try. The food was amazing!!! Everything was super flavorful - I especially loved the the dumplings included in the bowls. I recommend trying the kimchi too! read more

Gogi-wa - Spicy Pork cup bop and kimchi chicken cup bop - Korean Near Me - Elkton, Virginia

This is fantastic little gem in the valley. The menu is simple but perfect. I'd say go for the bulgogi and add a little kimchi to spice it up. Don't be afraid of the sweet potato glass noodles- they are different, but delicious. I look forward to my next visit. read more

Food was delicious but the dumplings were fried and cheesy when I thought they would be steamed.

What a hidden gem! I didn't expect to find awesome Korean food in a small mountain town, so this was a much appreciated meal after a day in Massanutten. The location is very convenient and also super cute, located next to a number of other food establishments (more on that in other reviews). I ordered the most popular dish, the #4 spicy pork cup bop, which as the owner explained, is basically everything they make in one bowl dish on rice. This includes delicious spicy pork of course, along with veggies, japchae, and fried dumplings. Definitely recommend this as THE place to eat when in the area! read more

I was in the area and SO hungry. I was intrigued that there was a Korean place out here in the sticks so I had to swing by and check it out. It is a tiny place withing a cluster of businesses next to the brew haha. I wanted something I could try right away (it was freezing so I drove 30 mins home before eating my entree.) I got the vegetable Mandy and ate 2 in my car. First thought was "wow this is a flavor EXPLOSION and I love it." I would totally order again. On second thought, I'd ask for no melted cheese on top. I'm not sure it was necessary with the sauce on top and flavors inside. I love a good bulgogi sandwich, as I grew up near "koreatown" in falls church that made the best. $4 bulgogi subs. I will say I'm glad I got the beef bulgogi pot as well, because the sub was underwhelming. It wasn't bad, per se, just not what I expect when I order a Korean bulgogi sub. It should have been served on an actual sub roll, not sweet, potato buns. I was also hoping for delecate shredded carrots, shredded Lettuce, and shredded cucumbers versus the garden salad mix. Also, American cheese? Just didn't work together with the awesome bulgogi pork. The pot I got was awesome; Absolutely blew me away, flavor-wise. Again, the garden salad mix was unexpected, but I loved the noodles, corn, and onions. The meat was outstanding and there was a good amount of it. I was a little bummed with the high price but I understand it since it's a true delicacy to get Korean food out here in the valley. I would 100% go back and be more specific with my order. Totally give it a try!! read more

Highly recommend. Was easy to pick up during our stay at Massanutten and delicious. Was also easy to order vegetarian.

The food was delicious, definitely recommend the spicy pork! The host/ owner was also very friendly and nice to chat with. Definitely worth the stop, and I would love to try the Korean fried chicken next time. read more

Located in a small shopping center this is a great place to grab a quick bite. The bowls of food are large and offer a surprising amount of stuff all put together. read more

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Sorry I couldn't take photos of the food. We destroyed it because it was so freaking good. Seriously the best Korean spot in the greater Harrisonburg area. read more

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