Hancook

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Mimi C.

Hancook offers an affordable AYCE KBBQ and Shabu Shabu menu all day long! They even have an AYCE drink menu! The servers are super friendly and the portions are so generous. Everything tasted great so your whole party will be satisfied. My favorites were the boneless short ribs and Korean fried chicken. Those are a must try!

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Ashley C.

I have this really bad obsessive personality about food and discovered this spot and Friday and just had to go back on Sunday! The service is really good, even on a Friday night. The staff came and checked on us repeatedly and it was nearly empty when we came around 6pm, but quickly got busier. We still felt all the food came out very timely and did not feel rushed. You can grab veggies and sauces as you want in a self serve bar. I enjoy that there is a good variety of a la carte items like appetizers as well! We loved this experience and want to keep coming back! I am not aware of many other all you can eat hot pot in Oakland so they will keep getting our business! My only complaint or recommendation would maybe be to update the cleaning because there are some parts of the restaurant that don't smell great.

Valerie C.

I'm genuinely concerned why this place has such high reviews because I was left disappointed with my family. The bossam pieces were either cut too thick or they were too cooked that it felt like I was chewing on carnitas. They gave like 4 pieces of lettuce for the bossam so we had to ask more. The seafood pancake was so soggy that I wasn't expecting it. Usually you get a crunch. I think they also forgot the dipping sauce to go with it. The galbi jim meat wasn't tender enough like the fall off the bone tenderness. It was tough to chew. The corn cheese lacked mozzarella cheese and kewpie mayo to bring out the flavoring. The snow cheese chicken was the best but we thought it was gonna be a whole fried chicken and not just drums and flats. This is only best when it's hot and fresh so I recommend you finish this at the restaurant! When the bill came, we requested to spilt 3 cards but the server only charged 2 cards and said they don't accept discover. She should've came back and ask if there is another card we can use instead of charging it already. The service was a bit lacking and we came in on a Sunday at 12pm when they opened. Parking was also hard to find as they don't have a parking lot so it's all street parking.

Located in such a cute area! The restaurant itself was surprisingly spacious. I liked how the menu allowed you to do Shabu and "kbbq," but the kbbq were grilled meats they brought out. In all honesty, it was overcooked and hard to chew. Stick with the Shabu! I got the spicy miso / tonkotsu. Perfect combo! The meat quality was GREAT and their goma sauce was yummy. Make sure you throw in garlic and sesame oil in there too! Service was good also and waiters were nice.

Dominic V.

This is in a busy part of Oakland so traffic and parking is a little hard, but there's always someone leaving so if you don't mind walking a bit, there are parking around. It's a nice walk with a lot to see. It was pretty empty on a Wednesday night so we were seated right away. There are 3 different QR codes to scan to look at the menu: lunch special, All you can eat, or a la cart. We opted for the a la cart menu this time around. Corncheese: I really enjoyed it. It's cheese. It's corn, you can't go wrong. I love the hint of sweetness you get. It was a small dish. Between 3 of us, we all had about 2 spoonfuls before it was done. Gyoza/potstickers/pan fried dumplings: these were ok. We've had better in other places, they were not as crispy as we had hoped. Texture was more steamed than pan fried. Garlic Bossam: I'm not sure what I was expecting from this dish but to me it was pretty good. It feeds 2-3 people. My friend didn't like it as much as a regular bossam. The garlic was a minced sauce that sat on top but it was sweet and not at all garlicky. We had to ask for cloves of garlic on the side that we thought it came with along with lettuce leaves to eat it with. Budae Stew: we all agreed on getting this and it's also a big dish that serves 2-3. Between the 3 of us, we still had leftovers to take home. It was a delicious soup with ramen noodles, spam, hotdogs and a bunch of tofu, different sorts of mushrooms, onions, and a slice of cheese on top. One of the better Budae's that I've had, it was a really comforting dish on a cold night. I recommend coming here if you like Korean food. They have a lot of options from all their menus and the dishes are good portion sizes. There are plenty to do around the area after or before dinner but be prepared to look for parking on side streets. It gets pretty busy.

Laura Y.

This place was a bit of a miss, kind of on the mediocre side. This place is one where we used up the veggies for sure but the corn cheese was a bit sweet like as if they topped it with sugar. The other food we kind of felt like we"d rather leave it than finish it. The banchan was ok enough that we got refills on a few of them too. The one item I really enjoyed that I can't get at many restaurants like this was their noodles that were wide and chewy like sweet potato noodles. Service wasn't really existent, went on a weeknight so maybe that was part of it. It was pretty empty except for 1 or 2 other tables so pretty quiet night, no need for a wait.

Ashley C.

We ended up here by accident after the place we had planned on going to was unexpectedly closed. This is a nice place though - they have AYCE shabu and even AYCE bbq for an extra $5. They also have a regular Korean ala carte menu available as well so we ordered from that. Everything sounded amazing but it was just two of us so we stuck to just 3 dishes. Turns out one dish would've probably been enough. We brought nearly everything home for leftovers! Braised beef short ribs - the dish looks gigantic so it seems like it would serve more than two for the $80 price point but it's actually not too big. It does have fish cake and thin rice noodles and rice cakes, as well as some carrots, so thats what makes it look like a lot, but there isn't a ton of actual meat. I thought it was delicious especially with cheese, but I'd actually rather just have AYCE KBBQ for that price. Rose spicy cream ttebokki - I'm so glad I asked about the rose part, I thought it meant it was rose flavored which I don't like. But she said it wasn't - the sauce is creamy and spicy and more like carbonara, yum!! I loved the flavor of the sauce a lot with the creaminess. We got the small size and it was still a LOT for $18. I wish they left the bacon out though and just leave it as an option for an add-on. If I came back I'd get this again and add ramen or udon and dumplings to make it a complete meal. Yukgehjang - this is my first time having this dish in general but flavors were familiar. It was a spicy hot noodle soup with glass noodles (like in japchae) and shredded beef (reminded me of carnitas). It was very yummy but I think I could skip on this next time. Overall great food but I would've just preferred to do the shabu and kbbq and spent way less! I'd get the rose ttekbokki again out of all 3 dishes, otherwise all three together really began to taste the same and we really needed the banchan for a pop of freshness. Service was good but took a while for us to get the check. Then I realized there's actually a call button on the table that they didn't tell us about until they told us it's there if we needed extra boxes haha. At the end of your meal you also get a Yakult drink and I liked that it was semi frozen so it was like a slush.

Leilani V.

We came here with the family for Mother's Day and we split the adults and kids into 2 separate tables. The food and sauce bar was really good. I removed 1 star due to service. It was quite slow and we didn't get everything we orders. Possibly because they were busy (considering the occasion- it was Sunday and it was in fact Mother's Day) also, parking was quite shady. I'd probably come back and try them again on a regular weekend to try their a la carte dishes. Overall though food was good. Soup/broth was on the salty side not sure if by design since you're supposed to cook meat and seafood in it but for me it was on the salty side. Other than that, side dishes were delicious!!! A must come back to try again type thing and then final verdict! Lol

Jude D.

This was such a unique and delicious experience. My friend and I did the hot pot for two with prime rib and noodles. Basically they bring out two pots of broth of your choice, and you can also go to the veggie and sauce bar to get everything from salmon balls, dumplings, cabbage, and other assorted veggies and fish items. You put the meats and veggies etc into the pot and ladle them out as they cook. It's a fun activity while eating and the food was delicious. And don't forget to ask for banchaun for some pickled veggies as well!

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Cindy N.

7 years ago

First time trying out this spot and the food is just mediocre. The chicken wings were flavorless, japchae noodles were stuck together and hard to separate. The tofu soup was too salty. The best part of the meal was the bbq short ribs, which really did not blow my mind. I'm giving this place a 4 star for its service. The waiter was very attentive and polite. I probably would not come back. read more

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Hageun K.

Although I'm happy to hear our service impressed, Cindy, I wish you'd…

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Jasmin T.

7 years ago

Their tofu stew is watered down and bland, but the GALBI TANG. Treat yoself. Srsly. The depth of flavor and the tender short ribs make this the perfect rainy day/cold dish. I ordered through DoorDash and it was delivered piping hot. There's way more broth than needed for the amount of noodles, but it also came with rice and banchan. read more

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Hageun K.

Jasmin, there's nothing better than treating yourself to some galbi…

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Jenny W.

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7 years ago

Love their specialty hotpot for 2! You get a complimentary hotpot fried rice with it!! so worth and so much fooooood! Came with apps and ended with free Yakult too!! such friendly and attentive staff; would definitely return to try other menu items! read more

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Hageun K.

I'm thrilled to hear you enjoyed your meal, Jenny -- you really can't…

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Luong N.

6 years ago

It is my first time at Hancock Korean Bbq restaurant... it is a great place for great foods and very comfortable environment...I like the rib grill bbq, number 17 on the menu... It is my pleasure and have no hesitation to recommend this restaurant to everybody... as me, I am very sure we will revisit this place in the future... explore for yourself, you will satisfy with your order and enjoy your spending time here. read more

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Hageun K.

Luong, it's great to know your first visit with us was a hit! The…

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Christine C.

7 years ago

I ordered donkatsu but these dont really seem ok to eat. these were almost $20 and I feel like I wasted my money on this. read more

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Hageun K.

Christine, I appreciate you ordering from us, but I'm sorry it wasn't…

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Waranya W.

8 years ago

Food is okay except tofu soup. It's not taste at all. Service is okay too. There's promotion. That's great!!

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Hageun K.

Waranya, it's awesome that you're such a fan of all our options.…

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Karmina C.

7 years ago

The food is so good! We miss Sahn Maru, but this place is a much welcome replacement. The meat quality is great. The brisket is not very fatty and has a nice kick. The short rib was flavorful and mouth watering. The banchan was also really good and they kept replacing them, which is not that common. It was a good spread! The service was also fantastic. We plan to come again and again! read more

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Hageun K.

Karmina, it's so awesome to hear that you found us to fulfill your…

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Mike E.

6 years ago

Our first time there, the stars must have been aligned for us. One of the best Korean meals in a long time. Seafood pancake was outstanding, pork belly and beef wraps were great as was the seafood hot pot. The fried rice was different and tasty. I would have liked to try some more different banchans but next time I will ask for them. Nice hole in the wall bar next door for a few beers while you wait for a table. read more

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It sounds like your first visit won't be your last, Mike, and that…

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Gimin K.

5 years ago

Definitely great food! My favorite is the Korean Fried Chicken but the service is extremely slow especially if you are doing all you can eat. Prepare to be there for a while. read more

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Gimin, we're glad you enjoyed your Korean fried chicken and found our…

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Ezra L.

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8 years ago

Everything is pretty good: banchan is fresh, plentiful. Galbi and naengmyun was decent too. Again everything was pretty reliable! Inviting , sleek decor and clean. Responsive service. We'll be back read more

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Hageun K.

Ezra, thanks so much for the support. I'm so glad that everything was…

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Creasy Q.

7 years ago

Super delicious Korean cuisine! We ordered hotpot and seafood pancake. Both dishes tastes great. Will definitely revisit this place

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Hageun K.

Knowing that you were impressed makes me smile! Thanks for giving us…

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Em A.

8 years ago

Awesome service and food! Waitress was very helpful. Glad this new Korean spot is in temescal.

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Geoff G.

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8 years ago

This place is awesome. Korean food is my favorite food and so living in Temescal is great for me. I was on my way to another restaurant when I saw this one and decided to try it. Everything I had was fantastic, especially the galbi jjim. The wait staff is super friendly and they're open until midnight which is really important to me in oakland. Highly recommended, I will be here often. read more

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Ben S.

7 years ago

I called in for a pick up order and asked the lady on the phone how much was it and the time it takes for the order and at last I said thank you meaning I will be there. When I got to the restaurant to pick up the order. This lady told me they did not prepare the order because she thought me hang up the call and do not want the order. What do I suppose to do after ordering the food? Do I stay on the phone with you until the food is ready? You kidding me? Never going to come back. read more

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Hageun K.

I'm sorry to hear about your experience, Ben. It sounds like there…

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Deborah T.

5 years ago

Had all-you-can-eat shabu shabu to celebrate a friend's graduation. The meat was really good and I especially liked one of their sides (Corn Cheese). I think our table must have ordered at least 5 trays of that. read more

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Deborah, it sounds like everything you tried was really on point and…

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Denise C.

7 years ago

I ordered the kimchi rice with no meat online clearly stated on my delivery request and the order came with meat. In addition the wings were soaking in grease. .no flavor at all. I ended up throwing the entire meal away total waste of $43 read more

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Hageun K.

I apologize for the mix-up with your order, Denise. If you ordered…

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Ted E.

7 years ago

Food was fresh. Wings were delish. Service was great. Attentive. No wait. Highly recommend. Even as traditional Korean food. A little loud music wise but not annoying Will come back for the 4th time. read more

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Ted, it sounds like you had an excellent visit with us! Thank you for…

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Joshua D.

7 years ago

Very good korean food. Really good kimchi. Best appetizers. A lot of options to choose from. The workers are very nice and respectful. Good customer service. The Dolsot Bibimbap is delicious and is really flavorful. The inside of the restaurant is beautiful and the interior design is very nice looking. Highly recommend :) read more

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Hageun K.

You can't go wrong with our Dolsot Bibimbap, Joshua -- I'm thrilled…

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Sylvia P.

8 years ago

Love this place . Highly recommended the Galbi Tang soup. The service is amazing. I also got the hot pot to share, I thought we could cook the meat in the hot pot but everything came out already precooked. It was still good tho read more

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C C.

7 years ago

This is our first time we came here. The food is excellent. The portions are big. We went there at lunch time and there was no wait. We ordered pork belly and Buddae jiggae. Good enough for four people. read more

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Hageun K.

First time's the charm! Happy to see our pork belly and Buddae jiggae…

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Kevin M.

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7 years ago

Meh it was okay. I thought that I would to cook my own food but the cooked it for me and place the food on a electric heater. The ambience was good. Catchy read more

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Hageun K.

Thanks for stopping by, Kevin. While I wish you enjoyed your…

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Jamie P.

7 years ago

First time here, place was empty when we arrived at 7PM on a Thursday. Ordered the Hancook Hansang with kalbi, and an order of original wings. It was plenty of food for two. The food was surprisingly good, I loved the tofu soup (probably my fav). Server was very sweet! read more

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Jamie, it's awesome that you stopped by for your first visit here…

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Stephanie L.

7 years ago

Ordered the kimchi fried rice, soon tofu, and bibimbap. Portions are very large and the best bibimbap i've ever had. Extremely vegan accommodating. They offer 10% off when you leave a yelp review. Quick and fantastic service. Recommend 9/10. read more

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We'll happily take the "Best Bibimbap" award, Stephanie! We're always…

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Kevin M.

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7 years ago

I came here for lunch. Their beef bone soup is so delicious. My wife had beef rice. It was also very satisfying.

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Hageun K.

It sounds like you had a great lunch, Kevin! Thanks for letting us…

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Eli B.

8 years ago

Really good food and lots of veggie options for Korean. Super sweet staff too. Kimchi pancakes are bomb. Good kimchi fried rice as well.

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Hageun K.

Eli, you can't go wrong with kimchi anything! I'm so glad you're such…

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Akira J.

7 years ago

Been here 3 times and it was not as busy as tonight. Sad to say but service suffers when you are a part of a small party. My partner and I ordered 4 hot dishes. One item arrived virtually cold. We asked to take it off and they refused and insisted that we wait longer for them to correct. It is not the customer's responsible to facilitate your mistakes. read more

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Hageun K.

It's disappointing this is the impression our service left on you,…

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Rachel M.

7 years ago

The food here is incredible!! Just moved in nearby and I can already tell that this is going to become one of my go-to spots!! Definitely try the specialty Korean wrap! read more

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Thank you, Rachel! We are so glad you love the food. Proud to be one…

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Terry F.

7 years ago

The hot pot with beef was lovely, with the beef being well cooked, and the broth flavorful mixed with the right amount of umami and salt. Excellent food, great portions, and friendly service. Would come back again. read more

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Terry, I'm thrilled you enjoyed your meal! You can't go wrong with…

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JS L.

7 years ago

Clean interior and food is really good. The banchan and main dishes are generous in portion. Service is super friendly.

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Hageun K.

We're always here to provide great food and service whenever you're…

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Steven T.

7 years ago

Great spot to hang out with friends over dinner The wings and army stew are a must get read more

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Steven, I'm happy you're a fan of ours! Thanks for stopping in and…

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David C.

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7 years ago

Really nice food. Gal bi tang strongly recommended. BBQ short rib is also decent. Come early to avoid the wait.

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Hageun K.

There's no better combination than beef short ribs and glass noodles…

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Liyuan M.

7 years ago

Wow, enjoyed the food very much this afternoon. The hot stone hotpot was delicious and came with big portions. The fried rice after that was a plus. Overall, a value added meal! The dessert shaved ice with red bean was so good, highly recommended! read more

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Hageun K.

It really doesn't get much better than an authentic Korean stone…

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Branan P.

7 years ago

I love coming here!! The prices are fair, the food is good and the soju has you ******* lit! Also best fish cake ever

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Branan, it sounds like we're a go-to spot for you -- I'm so happy to…

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Manli Z.

7 years ago

We have order cool noodle combo, seafood pancake, beef broth and the hot stone rice bowl. The food are yummy. Will coming back for sure. However, is a bit busy today and short of stuff so it has to wait for a bit. Overall is 4 start..... read more

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Sounds like you got to taste some of our best creations, Manli.…

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Hui X.

7 years ago

We had the hand wrap for two and this really was a great deal of $29 for 2 for lunch. We got two meats and tons of different vegetables and fruits. read more

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Hageun K.

Mmm authentic Korean flavors wrapped up in rice paper is one of our…

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Julian T.

7 years ago

Best stone bowl hot pot on the planet. Get the Kimchi broth with Beef. You will not be disappointed!

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Hageun K.

We must be doing something right if we have the best on the planet,…

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Kristin M.

7 years ago

The Yook Geh Jang and the Gal Bi Tang soups were so amazing on a cold day. Super flavorful and filling. We also ordered the kimchi pancake and bimbimbap...so yum!!! read more

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There's nothing better than Gal Bi Tang on a cold day, Kristin.…

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Zolzaya G.

7 years ago

One of my favorite Korean restaurants. The service was one of the best I have ever had. If you wanna try Korean food, I would definitely recommend you. read more

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We're honored to be one of your favorites, Zolzaya. Thanks for…

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Geyi L.

7 years ago

I would like to show this to you all. Hahahahaha. But the food is actually fair enough. The seafood pancake tasted very good, and their fried chicken is authentic.. read more

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So happy you had an authentic experience, Geyi. We are super proud of…

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Leon W.

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7 years ago

Came here before 6 on a Saturday night. No line and was seated very quickly. Amazing Korean food! Very good side dishes with unlimited refills! Our favorite was the fish cake and bean sprout side dish. read more

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So honored you chose to spend your Saturday with us, Leon sounds like…

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4315 Telegraph Ave
Oakland, CA 94609
Temescal, North Oakland
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(510) 876-9988
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http://www.hancookinoakland.com

Hours

What time does Hancook open?

Hancook opens at 11:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Hancook close?

Hancook closes at 10:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:30 AM - 10:30 PM

Payment methods

Does Hancook take Bitcoin?

No, Hancook does not take Bitcoin.

Does Hancook take credit cards?

Yes, Hancook takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Hancook have catering options?

Yes, Hancook does have catering options.

Does Hancook have a happy hour?

Yes, Hancook has a happy hour.

Does Hancook serve alcohol?

Yes, Hancook serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Hancook allow dogs?

No, Hancook does not allow dogs.

Does Hancook have TVs?

Yes, Hancook has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Hancook have bike parking?

No, Hancook does not have bike parking.

Does Hancook have outdoor seating?

No, Hancook does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Hancook have parking?

Yes, Hancook has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Hancook wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Hancook is wheelchair accessible.

Does Hancook have free WiFi?

No, Hancook does not have free WiFi.

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Specialties

Welcome to our restaurant, Hancook where we offer all you can eat Korean Hot Pot and BBQ. Immerse yourself in the sizzling flavors of Korean cuisine with our interactive dining experience. Enjoy a wide variety of appetizers alongside our extensive menu. Join us for a memorable culinary journey that showcases the best of Korean cuisine, hospitality, and ambiance."

History

Established in 2018.

June of 2018. building bond with customers, updating new menus, and improving quality of service.

Meet the Business Owner: Hageun K.

We are here to bring Korean fusion dishes that are still rare in this community. It is no longer difficult to find traditional Korean food in the Bay area but, it is still hard to find places where they serve Korean fusion dishes. Real street food, hot pot coming with fried rice after, dishes that are served in mainland Korea.

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Is there a "sauce bar"?

Yes! Sauces, sides. Their kimchi that you can get at the bar is delicious

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Do you allow dogs in your outside area?

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Do you offer all you can eat?

Yes they do!

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Do you guys have sauces?

Hi Kristina what kind of sauces are you looking for?

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Are the dishes marked vegetarian actually so, including veggie broth for the soup? What about the kimchi?

I did not see any but I am sure you can call and ask if they can make it specially for you? I am guessing the broth maybe already made in a big pot.

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Moo Bong Ri Korean Restaurant

Our favorite Korean spot. It is always packed! We like to come here for early lunch or dinner and…read morethe food is so delicious. The beef rib soup is reminiscent of how my mom would make bone broth at home. The fried chicken is a must. You can order half or whole chicken! Definitely stop by here! There is also a simmered beef dish here on a hot plate that we order at times. I don't remember the name but I love eating the beef along with the vegetables in this dish! Very delicious! You'll find families and groups of friends dine here. It's casual and the service is quick and efficient.

Alright, I see all the great reviews, so I'm willing to give this spot another shot and order the…read more"right" things next time. But until then, my rating is based on exactly what we ordered. I was violently craving seolleongtang and did some research to find a spot in Oakland. The menu is pretty big with a lot of enticing options--I love bossam and blood sausage--but because I had tunnel vision, I stuck with the soup. The broth itself was good, and they had salt and pepper on the table so you could season it to your liking. Unfortunately, the noodles were way too soft and almost mushy, and the meat was extremely tough and hard to chew. I couldn't finish it. If seolleongtang is one of your favorite dishes, I'd probably skip it here. My husband got the kimchi fried rice, which was huge and great for sharing between 2-4 people. Based on the portion size, I do think it could use an extra egg, more Spam and some nori on top. It leaned more oily and buttery than other versions I've had, but it was still good--just nothing too special. The vibe and service were solid, so I'd come back to try other dishes and update my rating accordingly.

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Medium Pork Back Bone Casserole + Sujebi ($52.98) - pork rib w/ cabbage, potato, sesame leaf in soybean pork broth. Broth is delicious.

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Jong Ga House

I am biased because Jong Ga House has been my go to Korean sit down spot since high school. I…read morehaven't had the ayce bbq there in ages, so I can't speak to that, but their regular menu items always hit. My go to is the yukgaejang - spicy beef soup with glass noodles. I just feel like they make it especially flavorful here. We recently went for lunch and it was still as good as I remembered. They also had lunch specials where you could get combo with LA galbi and a mini tofu soup, which was rlly nice cause variety! Also apparently they have nonspicy tofu soup, so the bf could have some without busting a lip ha!

Five of us tried Jong Ga House for the first time today. The food was delicious and we all had fun…read more I'd give it 5 stars, except for the staff was not very welcoming. The boss was nice, but that was it. The prices were reasonable considering the amount and quality of the food. If you like hot pot (shabu-shabu), or you want a culinary adventure, then I definetely recommend you give it a try.

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Spoon

I had a great experience at Spoon! The bibimbap was absolutely delicious--served hot with fresh…read morevegetables, flavorful meat, and perfectly cooked rice. The portion size was generous, and mixing everything together with the sauce created the perfect balance of flavors and textures. The side dishes were just as impressive. They were fresh, well-seasoned, and constantly complemented the main dish.

Great dishes and generous on the protein. Seafood pancake…read moreand huge pieces of squid Beef dol sot bibimbap was huge portion with lots of beef. Of their banchan, the kimchee is top notch!!

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Kimchi Pasta

KFC (Korean Fried Chicken)

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Mini Army Stew -- personal size just for you!

Dan Sung Sa

Solid 4! Everything we ordered was great! The only thing I was confused about was the corn cheese -…read morethere was no cheese haha. But the sauce that coated each kernel was super yummy so it didn't really need cheese. Kalbi, a must order and wings were good too. They did give us the wrong type of wing but that's ok. We still ate it and it was good. Only four kinds of ban chan but I didn't mind. They were all tasty.

The free sample of the melon soju was great, the spicy sweet chicken wings are still a food I hope…read moreto see at the Pearly Gates if and/or when I go there, and staff are friendly. But if I sit at a place at 8:30pm and its mostly pretty empty, and there's like, one staff member standing around that you can't flag down who's not checking in on anybody, and it took until 11pm for us to leave since it was like an hour and 15 minutes (actually closer to an hour and 30 minutes) before we got to even order our food, and even longer to receive it... Like at that point, by the time we got our food, the only reason we didn't leave sooner was being nice and tipsy off of the peach soju. But we boxed up most of our food and didn't finish it, since we were so tired after all the long sitting and waiting at that point and the hangry just turned into exhaustion and antsiness, after so much time of waiting around and the headache of not being considered...

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Hanshin Pocha

This late night Korean food in Oakland was much needed after our time at Lake Merrit…read more We especially loved their galbi and spicy pork with cheese. We even took an order to go of the pork! It's a good place to hang out for late night eats and vibes.

This definitely was giving pocha vibes, with a few bright lights and neons signs for an outfit pic…read more The servers were attentive and very speedy, we came on a slower night Unfortunately I cannot give the accolades to the food as other reviewers have done. Even though it is a pocha, the food all felt very akin to Chinese food, with strong but singular flavours for each dish The fried chicken with sweet and sour sauce tasted like orange chicken. It came with slightly crisp tteok which was nice to break up the overwhelming flavour with that texture difference The squid dish offered a similar experience, with the texture of the crispy noodles distracting from the squid sauce for a limited time The crab and egg soup was a bit disappointing, the crab was the shredded fake crab stick kind, the soup was thick but mix of flavours (heavy on the green and red bell peppers) left a lot to be desired. There's a lot of good Korean food in Oakland, so you won't be stuck for choice around the area

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Spicy Raw Marinated Crab (Yangnyeom Gejang)...

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DIY Rice Ball / 셀프주먹밥

Gangnam Jajang

This is the perfect place to hit up if you're like me and experience intense, borderline violent…read morejajangmyeon cravings. Sometimes you just need a big, comforting bowl of chewy noodles covered in rich black bean sauce, and this spot absolutely delivers. Their jajangmyeon is done just right. The sauce is savory, hearty, and satisfying without feeling too heavy, and the noodles have that perfect chewy texture that makes the whole dish so comforting. The portion size is also massive, so you could definitely share one order between two people--although I completely understand wanting one all to yourself. I also tried their fried chicken, which was decent, but it wasn't the standout for me. It was fine as a side, but compared to the noodles, it didn't feel like something I'd go out of my way to order again. Next time, I'd probably skip the chicken and focus on what they're clearly known for: their noodle dishes. Overall, this is a great spot when you're craving classic, satisfying Korean comfort food. I'd definitely come back for the jajangmyeon and would recommend it to anyone looking for a generous, flavorful bowl of noodles.

I decided to get delivery for Gangnam Jajang as I was craving ja-jang myeon and saw positive…read morereviews for this spot. I ordered the ja-jang myeon, spicy rice cake and yuja ade. It only took roughly 15-20 minutes for the order to arrive and it came hot and fresh. Starting with the ja-jang myeon, it's so satisfying being able to mix in the sauce with the noodles. The black bean sauce is both salty, savory with a hint of sweetness coming through. The texture is thick and perfect which hugs the noodles with every bite. It also has a good balance of the veggies in the sauce as well. It is definitely very filling! The spicy rice cakes were soaked in a sweet and spicy sauce, with sautéed cabbage and peas. The flavors were really addicting and kept me coming back for more. The rice cakes were both delicate and chewy. Eating this dish alongside the pickled radish and onion cut through the richness of the dish. Lastly, I tried the yuja ade and was pleasantly surprised! I will say that it is very sweet, if you do prefer it to be sweeter instead of tart. At the bottom of the cup are these yummy almost candy-like yuja slices that practically melted with each sip. I'm so glad I decided to try it! Overall, the portion sizes are pretty big for the value! I was able to stretch the food across a few meals. I will definitely be eating here again!

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#5: jjam-jja-myeon combo

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Fried Pork with Sweet and Sour Sauce

Seoul Gomtang

brought my korean mom here. she thought it was ok. she loved the spinach denjang gige. i thought…read moreit ok, but not as good as my moms cooking. i would come again.

A hidden mom and pop shop with plenty of seating. Their soups and stews are so comforting and…read moreflavorful - perfect for a cold night. The waiters here are so sweet! They offered generous refills on the banchans when we specifically told our waiter we loved the kimchi and cucumbers! I would recommend their hot barley tea with your meal as well. Also the seafood pancake here is so crispy and not too oily. Definitely a go to spot.

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Pyeong Chang Tofu House

The husband went all out and got 40 wings! One was the spicy and the other was soy garlic…read more The soy garlic was quite popular and was quickly eaten. Both fried chickens were well made and not packed with lots of batter. Both flavors come through the wings so strongly and we cannot have enough!

A fairly new Korean restaurant in the Korea Town area of Telegraph Avenue in Oakland. Street…read moreparking only and definitely don't leave valuables visible or in your car. A sign on the restaurant also reminds diners of this risk. Saw two nearly naked men sunning and lieing on the pavement while driving around looking for parking. Try to park on busy and visible Telegraph vs a side street. PCTH has a modern vibe with very solid wood tables and benches. The restaurant gets noisy even when half full near the end of a Friday lunch hour. We ordered two of the lunch specials and an Appetizer of Soy and Garlic Fried Chicken (1/2 order of 10 pieces composed of wings and drums). The chicken was very good with a nice crispy exterior and coating of S&G. The two lunch specials - Mushroom Beef Soon Tofu Soup and Spicy Pork Box Lunch were not spicy as what we're used to, a medium on the soup - get spicy if you want more flavor, while Spicy Pork was more sweet than spicy. But still good for their version of spicy pork. The soup also comes with a whole pot of crisped rice for soup dipping / soaking. A nice addition. As for Banchan, nothing spectacular that wowed us. Pyeong Chang is another nice addition to the competitive Korean restaurant area in Oakland's Temescal region, just not the safest of area when it comes to parking your car. A friend saw the restaurant on YT so be weary of media hype and make your own judgment. There are many good Korean restaurants in the area and this just happens to be one of the newer hipper ones.

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Excellent!! Right up there with ktownLA

Dinner spread: (Middle)Steamed Pork + kimchi, seafood sundobu + 2 complimentary small sundobu + beef

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Hae Mul Jun - seafood pancake

Jungdon Katsu

4.7

(135 reviews)

1.8 mi

4.5 stars $26.52…read moreAngshim Katsu: sizeable and delicious. Juicy cutlets are perfectly cooked. They even have black salt on the table. Given the cost, I expected a one and done. But that will not be the case.

I would not recommend this place. The food was a bit bland and didn't meet expectations, especially…read moregiven the high price for pork/fish katsu and udon without meat (extra $8 for katsu). It feels more tailored to people with higher budget than ours. The ordering process is straightforward but impersonal---you have to order and pay first (either at kiosk or with a cashier), then find your own table and wait for your food. On plus side, the katsu came out crispy and the soup was hot. The katsu (pork or fish) is served with shaved cabbage, miso soup, and optional steamed rice, though some sides come with additional charge. The ambiance is casual, more of a fast-paced, eat-and-go environment rather than a relaxed experience.

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Daol Tofu

I wasn't planning on coming here at first, but I'm glad I did. There is no parking lot, we parked…read moreon the street. It's a not that spacious, it's only like 5-6 tables in the whole restaurant. The service was decent, honestly it wasn't that crowded when I went but I had to get up and walk up to them to get assistance later on. The food was quite appetizing. What drew me to visit was the lunch deal! I think it's great value with good portions. I really like how they added fishcakes in the bento box.

My partner and I were craving soup and sundubu sounded perfect. Most places usually charge around…read more$16-20 for tofu soup, but I happened to check out this spot in Oakland since I know there is an area filled with Korean restaurants. To my surprise, their online menu showed a lunch special for sundubu at $13.99 and it already included meat and an egg. That is such a great deal because a lot of places charge extra for the egg. Another bonus is that they offer their lunch specials even on weekends. We came on a Sunday right when they opened at 11am. A sweet older Korean lady helped us and she was so kind. I ordered the beef sundubu and my partner got the chicken sundubu. The banchan came out first and wow, these were some of the best I have had. Everything was flavorful and seasoned well, not bland like you sometimes get at other places. The mushroom banchan really stood out and became one of our favorites. I also loved the pasta with peas, corn, and vegetables. Honestly, every single dish was tasty. Then our piping hot tofu soups arrived. They gave us a raw egg on the side to crack into the soup, which I really appreciated. I ordered mine spicy, but next time I will probably go for extra spicy since I like a lot of heat. Another nice surprise was that the soup had vegetables in it. Many tofu soup restaurants only add tofu and the meat you pick, but here they also included zucchini which gave it more flavor and texture. I cannot wait to come back to try either their lunch box special or another tofu soup. It might sound cliché, but if I could give more than five stars, I definitely would.

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Huangcheng Noodle House

We stumbled upon this Chinese noodle shop in Oakland around dinnertime. The restaurant is fairly…read moresmall and has a clean public restroom for patrons to use. We ordered two noodle soups, string beans, spicy cucumber, and a potato appetizer. The handmade noodles were delicious with great texture, and the string beans were flavorful and came in a good portion. Just a heads-up: payment is required upfront (cash or card). The biggest surprise was the robot that delivered our food! Not something I expected to see here. If you're looking for a casual and welcoming Chinese spot with handmade noodles in Oakland, this place is worth checking out.

Texture of home made noodle was perfect Soup is slow…read moresimmered home made bone broth- one of the best I have tasted The meat - beef shank pork rib was perfect in taste and tenderness Service was impeccable As a foodie, this was a 5/5 experience

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D11.Chongqing Street Noodle-

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Tomato noodles with egg. The best.

Lucuma Kitchen and Bar

4.6

(272 reviews)

1.8 mi

Locally owned & operated

Wheelchair accessible

Friday night date night at Lucuma was a win. We arrived right on time for our reservation and were…read morepromptly seated at the bar, which ended up being one of the highlights of the evening. The mixologists were friendly, professional, and impressive to watch. Everything was done with care - clean, sanitary, efficient, and clearly well-practiced. A lot of places could take notes. The cocktails were vibrant, fresh, creative, and genuinely delicious. The food somehow topped the drinks, everything came out quickly, hot, and packed with flavor. The standout for me was the mushroom empanadas. I still can't stop thinking about them. The mushrooms were incredibly tender and flavorful, and the pastry was perfectly flaky. 10/10 would recommend and can't wait to come back.

** 4 - 4.5 stars ** Visited for lunch and had a nice dining…read moreexperience. Traditional Peruvian with a bit of California-fusion is how I would describe Lacuma Kitchen and Bar. When you walk in, vibrant colors, plenty of greenery and a bright space with friendly and welcoming staff. Even the bathroom has a vibe. This visit I ordered: CEVICHE VERDE with Fish of the Day of rockfish. Fresh, raw white fish with great texture from the choclo (large-kernel Andean corn), toasted cancha (corn nuts), and slices of sweet potato. Dish is served raw, lightly marinated and made to order in a cilantro-based sauce with citrus with a bit of heat from aji limo (Peruvian pepper) - good but a tad salty. Served with plantains but unfortunately, not crispy and more soft and chewy. The trio of empanadas: chicken, beef, mushroom was accompanied with an aioli. Tasty! Friends enjoyed their dishes with no complaints. Lacuma Kitchen & Bar also has creative and quality cocktails/mocktails. Ordered the refreshing cucumber drink (recommendation by our server) as I didn't want anything with alcohol. Bright, fresh with some sweet from sugar and slight sour from the lime juice. Leo, our server was friendly, made suggestions and attentive. A great spot for date night, special dining event and lunch. Located on the corner of 17th/Franklin in Downtown Oakland. Would return to try their entrees.

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Papa Rellena

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Affogato

Shan Dong

When the place lives up to the hype, it's truly the best feeling. That's what I felt eating my…read moretakeout from Shan Dong. The flavours were bold and strong. The famous sesame paste noodles were deliciously bouncy and al dente, coated with a peanut-adjacent sauce and tender pieces of beef. There is mild spice and some thin veggies. 10/10 The Shan Dong chicken also blew me away, with a hoisin-esque honey garlic sauce covering large chunks of crispy and juicy chicken. Because I got takeout, the chicken was Soft but I can imagine fresh it would be perfectly crunchy. 9/10 I'll definitely be back to try other noodles! Worth going out of your way for

OMG..... Looking for the best Chinese this side of the bay…read morego no further. Where do I start? The dumplings oh my God, the dumplings are top-notch. I used to live in Los Angeles and they're known for their dumplings up in the Pasadena San Gabriel area and these ones reminded me of that.. Next stop, the shandong chicken a.k.a. crack chicken It's sweet and savory think orange chicken on steroids Braised green beans , eggrolls are next level. The homemade ham torn noodles cannot be beat in any of their configurations, especially the spicy. Just try it already!!!

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Shan Dong Chicken

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Wonton with Spicy Sauce

Olivia Coffee & Flower

woot woot, I am reviewer #100 :))…read more Straight up, parking sucks, it's by a large hospital so no surprise there. But once you've circled around multiple times (unless you get lucky), your stress levels will subside looking at cute cartoons of the owner's sheepdog Gurumi. She even showed me real life photos of him and his hair tied back because it was so long it covered his eyes. This dog also reminded me of Max from the Little Mermaid. Anyway, what a cute logo for the coffee shop! Sunlit windows are my favorite spots in any cafe, so I found a bench by the window inside and waited patiently for my hojicha latte with oat milk ($8). I wanted to try the savory pastries but they had run out. I chilled for maybe 30min enjoying my hojicha. I liked their hojicha but tbh there hasn't been a hojicha I didn't like. I think roasted teas have just the right amount of savoriness. FUN FACT: I learned recently that hojicha lattes have more caffeine than loose leaf teas because lattes use crushed whole leaf powder, so you're consuming the whole leaf rather than steeped tea leaves. If only I worked nearby, I would be a frequent customer. But because it's a ways away from me, I'll stop by on occasion.

The service was amazing, everyone was nice and welcoming! The vibe and interior of the cafe was so…read morecute and I really love the mascot :) I got the Vanilla Cream Iced Latte (oat & nightfall (dark roast I think)) And my friends got the Banana Matcha Iced Latte and a chocolate imperial. I personally don't enjoy sweets so I thought the chocolate imperial was a little bit too sweet for me, but the garnish and preparation of the sweet was so cute! Their drink presentation was really pretty! The vanilla cream iced latte was really good, it had the perfect amount of bitter and I liked the roast that they used!

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Not really a spot to do work or read a book

Pistachio croissant

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Matcha coconut cloud

Mensho

Mensho is a very popular restaurant. This was my first time visiting, and I had a great experience…read more The food was delicious! The standout dishes for me were the Calamari, Karaage, and Daikon Salad. The Calamari was perfectly fried, and the seasoning was well-balanced. The Karaage was also perfectly fried, and the sauce was flavorful. The Daikon Salad was light and refreshing. I would like to thank our server, Noah, for his helpfulness in choosing our dishes and for the prompt service. I highly recommend it!

Unpopular opinion: wasn't my favorite. But that's all due to personal preference (aside from…read moreservice and a rocky start). The good: fresh, quality ingredients The bad: started with the host/wait list. I accidentally added my name twice for a solo diner. Host thought it was a mistake and completely removed me from the wait list and seated other parties that came in after me. Thoroughly confused - she didn't even call my name to confirm so I had to go up to her and ask. No apology either. Was seated at the counter where solo diners usually sit. Service was non existent. Server came up to me and ask "what would you like to order?" I've never been there before. No "hi my name is ... I'll be your server" nada. They're just a machine - people in people out. The ramen - broth was fine. The squiggly noodles aren't my favorite. Expected to have kernel corn but had corn ribs instead (good thing I'm good with chopsticks!) The charshu was just okay. Enoki topping was just ... aight. The nice touch was that they didn't put it in the ramen and served it on the side to preserve its crunchiness because it definitely needed the texture! It was loud, busy, and nothing spectacular about the dining scene here. $55 dollars later (ramen, 2 additional toppings, one box of sake) ... I sadly don't think it was worth it.

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Spicy garlic karaage fried chicken

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Hokkaido Uni Mini Rice Bowl

RnR Sushi & Bowls

Still one of my favorites. Last time I reviewed RnR was…read moreover 9 years ago so time for an update! I've trekked across the bridge to come here a zillion times now. I have learned which sushi to order and I always get the tempura too. I have recommended this place to a lot of friends who are now regulars. Just saying

Came here on a Saturday for dinner. Not very busy at all and we were seated right away…read more The rolls we tried were good! They were a good size. Unfortunately the server forgot one of our rolls and said we never ordered it (even though she repeated the order back to us). We did eventually get the roll.

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Poke HAWAIIAN POKI SALAD

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Raider roll

Gum Kuo Restaurant

Gum Kuo has been around for decades and is an inexpensive spot for homey Cantonese comfort food…read more Park in the underground garage below the plaza for convenience. Wife and I went for a quick Tuesday lunch and had Jook and Fun. For the Jook, we had Fish Filet Jook with Chinese Doughnut for dipping. It was nice, hot, and not runny with slice of fresh fish, although I prefer my fish skinless. For the Fun, we had Beef and Mushroom Cheong Fun that had smooth beef and shitake mushrooms that you can taste. Gum Kuo is the place to go for fresh, silky, rice wrapped rolls. Iconic for Oakland Cheong Fun. Overall, glad they're still around for quick comfort food. Service is multilingual so no need to worry about ordering. They get DT Oakland office peeps although the office crowd has dwindled post-COVID and the rose of remote work.

I walked in to order to-go. You walk up to the glass window where you will see a sign telling you…read morewhere to order. There were folks waiting for their order so I just asked them if they were in line and they actually ordered already. The staff were super busy but did their best! I ordered three porridges and the fried dough stick. Used my credit card. Then i waited maybe about 8-10 minutes. I love the hustling nature of the restaurant. It gave me nostalgia to see the uncles chopping poultry, the aunties making rice rolls! The porridge were delicious. Dough sticks were soooooo crispy and I loved dipping it into my porridge.

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Beef Chow Fun

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Rice Noodle Wrap with Chinese Doughnut

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Cathy L.

605

7 years ago

I first visited when my parents were in town visiting, and we were looking for some authentic korean comfort food. The food was decent, but nothing to call home about and service was lackluster at best. We had the Hancook specialty hotpot with veggied potstickers, but the potstickers in the soup were soggy and falling apart. The galbi tang was however really good, which is the only reason why I'm giving this 2 instead of 1 star. I still decided to visit again, this time with a friend because there aren't many good korean food places near Berkeley that I've discovered. Not this was a truly HORRIBLE experience. We ordered a pot of hot tea and poured out the first cup to discover a FLY, which is really disgusting. Service was also incredibly poor, so it took us approximately 10 minutes to flag down a waiter to replace the pot. He grabbed the pot without even apologizing, which I feel like waiters typically do when something like this happens. I ordered the galbi tang, which I will admit is really really good, but the Hancook specialty was again lackluster and came lukewarm. Everytime we needed something, it took us several minutes to get the attention of a waiter. Will not be coming back again and would not reccomend this place to anyone. read more

Zachary L.

488

3 years ago

I recently dined at Hancook and was blown away by the delicious Korean hotpot experience. From the moment we walked in, the staff were warm and welcoming. The interior was stylish and modern, making it a perfect spot for a date night or special occasion. The menu had a wide variety of options to choose from, and we were thrilled to see that they had a vegetarian hotpot option as well. We decided to go with the mostly pork and beef, and the wagyu and pork belly especially did not disappoint. We chose the spicy and tonkatsu broths, but the spicy broth was my favorite. We also enjoyed the sides that came with the hotpot, including the kimchi and pickled vegetables. The corn cheese was one of the best bites of the year so far. Including appetizers in the AYCE shabu shabu menu is very generous. One thing that really stood out to me was the impeccable service. The waitstaff were attentive and knowledgeable about the menu, and they made sure to refill our broth and check in on us throughout the meal. Overall, Hancook exceeded all of my expectations. I highly recommend it for anyone looking for a delicious and authentic Korean hotpot experience. Five stars! read more

Karen K.

5 years ago

Sunday evening, no line and reservations unnecessarily. We were really excited to try Hancook's hot pot based on good reviews. Sadly, we were disappointed. Ordered the AYCE dinners, tried pork belly, brisket, shrimp, clams, muscles, shrimp, octopus and quail eggs. Arrived with spinach, tofu, cabbage and mushrooms. Veggies were fresh but the beef and pork slices were lower quality, pretty tasteless. The octopus became rubbery with the briefest dip and the clams were rancid (I told the waitress who just shrugged.) I wouldn't recommend the "traditional" cooking base (tasteless) but the "spicy base was good- nice flavor, not too spicy.) We asked for 5 more muscles (which were good) but after waiting 10 minutes, just paid and left. At $30PP, the proteins should have been fresher and better tasting. Overall, the shrimp, muscles and quail eggs were good but there are probably better places for hot pot in this price range. read more

Grace T.

Elite 23

265

260

466

1 year ago

I stopped by Hancook Restaurant this past weekend for lunch, and overall, it was a pretty solid experience! I was excited to try their braised beef short ribs and the soft tofu stew, and I have to say, the ribs definitely lived up to the hype. They were incredibly tender and practically melted in my mouth--so good! The soft tofu stew was comforting and packed with flavor, though I wish it had a bit more spice to kick things up a notch. The atmosphere was casual and welcoming, making it a nice spot to enjoy a laid-back meal. The service was friendly, but our food took a little longer to arrive than expected, which was a minor downside. Prices were reasonable for the quality of the food, and I left feeling satisfied. I'll definitely be back to try more of their menu options. If you're in the area and looking for a hearty meal, Hancock is worth checking out! read more

Reena T.

4 years ago

My visit to Hancook left a bad taste. Inside did not seem very clean and pretty much empty on a Saturday night. Service was standoffish and cold, did not feel welcoming. Our server was sitting down most of the service. She came off annoyed, would gruffly drop off items, and would go back to her seat. We ordered the garlic bossam - came with a lot of meat but was tough and chewy. Drenched on top was the garlic sauce - a sweet, low key sour tasting jam? Would not recommend. I'm used to other restaurants providing a number of veggie wrap options with this dish (lettuce, cabbage, perilla leaves) - - - this dish only came with 4 pieces of lettuce. They charge extra for more. We only ate 1/4 of the portion and couldn't continue. Won't be coming back, plenty of better Korean places in the area. read more

Grace K.

8 years ago

Their food is indescribable and it tastes exactly the same as the ones I've had when I was traveling around Korea (perhaps, even more delicious!). One of my friends once had a birthday party and ordered a large amount of particular food that she usually enjoys eating in everyday life and I have to say......... OMG.... Every single piece of Kal Bi Jjim and Gam Ja Tang was exquisite! I think what makes this restaurant special includes friendly and professional servers, a variety of side dishes which are also truly to die for (Well, I personally like all kinds of Korean side dishes but theirs are the most delicious ones ever), not to mention their main dishes. Seriously, they made my day! read more

Dohun K.

8 years ago

I love this restaurant so much!! I was there with my fiance, and the couple we have known for a while. I tried their chicken wings with soy garlic and sweet spicy flavors, cold noodle soup, BBQ ribs, and soft tofu soup. Basically there chicken wings the best among all and cold noodle soup. well balanced sauce for wings and full of flavors in the soup were impressive. sometimes sauce for wings at Korean restaurants would be too strong and cold noodle soup is extremely hard to make it good for some reason. Foods are good, service was good and the couple that have visited here few times said it has gotten better than the last time, which worked out for me at least. read more

Gladys M.

5 years ago

The outdoor seating is SO CUTE and spacious! The chicken wings with the hot and sweet sauce option. Wings are pretty juicy and tender. The Japchae which taste amazing with the bulgogi style sauce and finally the Budae Jjigae which came with its usual sides it also had spam, sausage and several other toppings. It was a bit spicy but no exaggerated but still enjoyable. Everything we ordered can feed four to five people. Big potions too. I ended up taking the leftovers. We were here on a Saturday. They weren't busy. The servers were attentive and nice. Would definitely and will come back again. Parking sucks in this area. read more

Daisy G.

5 years ago

Jieun C.

1 year ago

I tried the rose tteokbokki, chicken katsu, and individual shabu-shabu, and everything was absolutely delicious! The rose tteokbokki + chicken katsu combo is a must-try--dipping the crispy katsu in the rich, creamy tteokbokki sauce was unreal. Highly recommend! The individual shabu-shabu was also impressive. It came with generous portions and great ingredients, making it an amazing value--better than most malatang places in terms of quality and price. All three dishes I ordered were super affordable and beyond satisfying. On top of that, the service was excellent! Definitely coming back! read more

Emma C.

375

7 years ago

We came with a party of 10 on a Thursday night. Everyone really enjoyed their food. Would highly recommend the shabu shabu pot for 2 -- extremely filling and has a bonus fried rice at the end! The Japchae was great too. Wait staff were very accommodating and offered extra side dishes throughout our meal. Would prefer metal chopsticks over wooden chopsticks but that's a nitpick. Side dishes were pretty okay as well! There are also a lot of vegetarian options and accommodate to different allergies. Tldr: Great food! Excellent plates to share. Able to accommodate large parties. read more

Phuoc K.

Elite 16

276

253

7 years ago

They took over one of my old favorites. But can happily say it exceeded my expectations. Service was excellent even with our special requests with two toddlers. The galbi portion was generous and the meat very tender. We also had the seafood pancake that was well regarded by the table. My two favorites though were the soy garlic kfc and the kimchi jigae. Will happily put this back on the rotation. read more

Kelley C.

2 years ago

They've got this super spicy kimchi broth that's really flavorful. And their meats are so tasty! Their corn cheese is so nice and It's sweet, it's cheesy, and it's just plain amazing. The food never fails, and the staff there are super nice. So, if you want some epic hotpot and great service, hit up Hancook. read more

Ruihan Z.

7 years ago

Came here for dinner and got the beef hot pot for 2. The serving size was good and the food was well flavored and tasty. A big plus is that this place is heavily air conditioned so it makes eating hot pot on a hot day enjoyable! Plus their happy hour hot sake deals are pretty good. I would come back again read more

Kim

2 years ago

Love this place ! They have both shabu shabu & Korean bbq combined, which are the best combo. Food & service was amazing ! Very authentic. The price is unbeatable! There's so many appetizers & sauce options as well. We had such a great time, will definitely come back for more! read more

Mary M.

104

2 years ago

If you're searching for an authentic Korean restaurant, this one fits the bill. The restaurant has a kind staff and is immaculate, with delicious food. I ordered three plates with my buddies, and they were all delicious. Would return for Korean cuisine! read more

Sung M.

8 years ago

Authentic Korean restaurant if that is what you are looking for. Food tastes really good and the restaurant is very clean with friendly staffs. My friends and I ordered three dishes and all were good. Would come back for Korean foods! read more

Ellie C.

3 years ago

The food is satisfying and well made. We ordered the beef short ribs which were expensive but they are often, unless you are in LA. The service was fine. The seafood pancake was not crispy enough. I enjoyed Yakut after dinner. read more

Yue S.

7 years ago

The food is delicious!!! You should go to taste it!!! I enjoyed all the food and received great customer service and I will definitely come back to have it in the near future. The rice is really nice, beef is delicious!!! read more

Edward G.

3 years ago

We had to wait for a while because they were very busy. The food was delicious and the service was good. After taking the order, the food came out very quickly. Food: 5/5 | Service: 5/5 | Atmosphere: 5/5 read more

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