This is a classy place with a nice curated menu of classics and some creative/new items. Big selection of soju and makgeolli Chestnut makgeolli - this was my first time trying this, and I absolutely loved it. The chestnut flavor is subtle and it's not as sweet as other flavored varieties I've had. Seaweed spring rolls - great drinking food. Crispy fried spring rolls with vermicelli noodles inside. I will say this is the one thing I wouldn't order again - it was fun to try once but not worth repeating. The filling doesn't have too much going on Raw marinated shrimp - nice firm texture and already partially peeled so it's easy to get into, especially with the gloves they provide. This was a new dish for me and I really enjoyed - very interesting textural experience. It comes with rice, which is really delicious. Corn cheese tots - it's corn, it's cheese, it's tater tots... What can go wrong. This is an indulgent treat, but eat it hot for the best experience. The dipping sauce that it's served with is really magical, not spicy, but very flavorful. Fried chicken - extremely juicy, perfectly crispy and serve with some beautiful pickles on the side. It's served with sauce on the side so you can add as much as little as you want. Soybean paste stew - I appreciate this simple, healthy option. It comes in a huge cauldron, jampacked with vegetables and tofu. Flavor is perfect, not too salty. I especially liked all the varieties of mushrooms included in this dish. This place is definitely not cheap. The price came out to $50 per person with drinks, but we enjoyed the meal a lot! read more

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My friend made an online reservation for an early dinner and we had a great time! Very modern ambiance and the food was delicious (though we were disappointed they didn't have the raw crab)! No cocktails but there was plenty of soju to choose from. Here's what we ordered: Cheese tteok kkochi (mozzarella filled rice cake skewers) - loved these but make sure to eat it while it's still hot to get the desired chewy texture Ganjang saewoo + gyrean bap (the stand-in for the raw crab) - sauce was to die for La galbi- actually my least favorite dish of the night, but to be fair I'm not a big meat eater Budae jjigae - huge portion and very filling Corn cheese tots - very crispy and also delicious albeit on the oily side We also shared a bottle of their Seoul night soju which was good! I would recommend giving this place a try and come hungry because they have pretty big portions! read more

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Ilcha offers good Korean food and drinks. We had a great time. We ordered 3x of each. Braised pork belly, half dozen oysters $42, waygyu beef bulgogi, tater tots $20, fried seaweed spring rolls $10, spicy ramen hotpot $38, sweet pancakes and fried chicken $36. Our party of 14 ate most of it but had to take some of it home. For drinks, we mostly did soju and beer. The soup and fried chicken were my favorites. Service was excellent. They even help us cut a cake onto 14 pieces. Awesome job everyone at Ilcha. read more

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Made a reservation at Ilcha for Friday night and the place was packed! If you have a party of 2 you will be seated at their communal table where you can sit across from each other. We ordered the following: - soy marinated crab. They give you gloves and crab utensils for a clean eat. 5/5 - fried chicken with soy garlic sauce. Super crispy with the perfect double fry and super tender 5/5 - Galbi. Very flavorful and meat was easy to tear off the bone. Enjoyed the ssam and garlic to make lettuce wraps. 4/5 The service was quick and very friendly. The menu is limited but very well done. Would definitely come back for some delicious Korean bar eats! read more

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A hidden Korean spot with dim lights and relaxed ambiance. I've been meaning to try this place and I finally had a chance to go with a few friends! We originally wanted to order the raw shrimp however, we opted to try their seasonal raw crab and it was delicious with rice and seaweed. The marinade was great to use in the rice along with other items we ordered. We also order the corn cheese tater tots and they were so savory and crunchy. Definitely recommend giving them a try! A great place for both intimate and small gatherings. read more

With how hyped up this restaurant is, I had high expectations but everything ended up feeling so...mid. None of the flavors really stood out to me. Our server never checked in on us, and our table was left cluttered with crab shells and kalbi bones that were never cleared. We weren't messy, but the table felt overcrowded. They only took away the easy stuff like empty plates to make room for more food There is only one restroom right by the entry door. Is it only one toilet?? Not sure. Never found out. Somebody might've fell into the toilet hahaha we waited over 20 minutes to wash our hands at the end of our meal, and whoever was in there never came out. There's a small sink nearby but I couldn't tell if it was meant for customers. It also didn't have any hand soap. * Raw soy marinated crab - there was no depth in flavor and tasted pretty salty, needing to eat more rice. This also came with one pack of seaweed to use as wrap. * LA Galbi ($45) - slightly sweeter than what i like. It came with lettuce, sesame leaf, raw garlic & pepper, samjang & some kind of pickled kelp(?). * Bulgogi Tater Tots ($20) - interesting concept. I think this would taste really good with short rib meat or spicy pork belly. The sweetness from bulgogi felt overplayed, didnt really pair well with the savory dish. Our party of 4 barely touched half of this dish. Their corn cheese tater tots would've been a better option for us. * Cheese Tteok Kkochi ($12) - Mozzarella filled rice cake skewers topped with American cheese (tastes like craft) and condensed milk. I couldn't get over the craft cheese taste, made it very cheap. I liked the char flavor on the cheese. If there wasn't that i don't think i wouldve finished my skewer lol. I wonder if mild cheddar or something similar to what they're using would be better. * Korean Fried Chicken (Full ($36) - Served with cabbage salad, pickled radish, soy pickled jalapenos. I was super excited to try this based on all the reviews. It was good but not AMAZING. I love their batter and how the chicken was very juicy. No seasoning on the batter whatsoever. Chicken itself tastes like it has been lightly salted. I wish there was a little more flavor to the batter..maybe some black pepper, paprika or tiny bit of garlic powder. You ultimately need to rely on dipping sauce which were gochujang and garlic soy. Im not in a rush to visit again but i do look forward to trying their bossam and soy cured shrimp next time. read more

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Delicious! We had the budae jigae, fried chicken and galbi. Couldn't get to the marinated shrimp which everyone was ordering, too much food... next time! read more

ILCHA - Fried chicken - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

I came with some friends for a weekend dinner. The interior is really pretty and spacious. We had a reservation and were seated right away. We got gim mari, soy marinated shrimp with egg yolk seaweed rice, cheese tteok, bulgolgi hot pot, and Korean fried chicken. While EVERYTHING was delicious, the stand out items for my group was the soy marinated shrimp with egg yolk seaweed rice, cheese tteok and Korean fried chicken. When I return, I'm definitely ordering these items again. Staff was pleasant and attentive. Their kimchi is also really delicious and you can get free refills of it. I wish I could order that in bulk to take home. Definitely recommend coming here for a date night or with a group of friends! read more

ILCHA - Kim Mari Cheese tteok kkochi Ganjang saewoo + gyrean bap - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

First time for our First Round After work, we decided to grab a few bites & drink. Snack sensei put us onto this spot (from Tiktok). Parking is limited. Ceiling to floor entrance door with a long handle. It is a small, dimly lit, modern restaurant. We were seated at long communal table in the middle, sharing a table with others like having family dinner together. I felt everything was seasoned good and all in all, it hit the spot for me. read more

Came here with a friend to try out a new restaurant! This restaurant is nestled in the marina, and features dark-lit ambiance. There is a decent amount of seating which is nice! My friend and I ordered the bossam and oysters as well as the BUDAE JJIGAE! We loved both dishes. This was my first time trying bossam, and I really enjoyed it. I loved the toppings and every bite was so flavorful! The budae jjigae was also very nice and warm for a cold day :) The service was also great as the servers were attentive and helpful! Overall, the food was definitely a 10/10, and I'll be coming back to try more dishes !! read more

ILCHA - Bossam & oysters - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Such a cool restaurant in the Marina! Came here with a 6:45 PM reservation. The seating inside is one long table down the middle and then some tables on the side, each with stovetops to keep dishes warm. The inside is dimly lit and very swanky, loved the atmosphere and the minimalist wood furniture with the mural in the back. There happened to be a large party in the center table, which made it quite noisy, but once they left the sound was much more manageable. It took a little to get a waiter's attention since they were busy with the bigger party, so I had to flag them down. My friend and I got the Bossam and Oysters as well as the Budae Jjigae. They were both so beautifully yet cleanly plated! Bossam and Oysters: 5/5, the bossam was tender yet robust, and the oysters were so large! Loved the sauces they provided. I wish they gave more lettuce and perilla leaves with the bossam, they seemed vastly out of proportion. Budae Jjigae: 5/5, this was a HUGE pot -- easily could have fed 4 people. We ate it all though since I had just come from a long workout, and it was wonderful! Lots of great ingredients in there. I especially loved the rice cakes and variety of sausages. Someone actually came by to add the ramen noodles and cheese in for us, and they also moderated the temperature for us so it wouldn't boil over. Great service! Overall, had a great time here and would definitely want to be back to come try the raw shrimp, crab, and Korean fried chicken, which I've heard are also wonderful. A little pricey for Korean food but the quality is there and the ambiance is great. read more

ILCHA - Bossam and Oysters - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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4.5/5 stars but not worthy of a 5 star because we give those sparingly!! I'm not a drinker so I didn't know what to expect from this place that is known more for drinking/bar type of feel but I was not disappointed. They had a substantial amount of food to order off of and my primary recommendations and why this place is worth 4.5/5 is for the SOY SHRIMPS. This comes with a special rice and is PHENOMENAL. Other things we got were a Korean stew, hotteok, and Korean fried chicken. All were good but not what I'll think about and the reason I'd come back here!! read more

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Pretty comparable to the other Korean restaurants in city. Oysters were nice and fresh and bossam was alright, but more topping options and wrapping to balance out the amount of meat would have made it better. Hotpot was not bad. read more

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Had reserved a surprise dinner party for hubby. They sat us in the center table to accommodate 14 people. I had to pre order 3 appetizers and 3 main dishes ahead of time. Everything was delicious they served enough that we couldn't even finish half the main courses. We had to take some to go. We did drink a lot that night so the alcohol kept coming They were quick and attentive, so really appreciate that. The only thing is there is only ONE bathroom for all of the guests. But over all we had a great time and delicious food. read more

Brought a visiting friend to Ilcha because I had been wanting to try it, but was saving it for some sort of occasion. We had a group of 4 and made a reservation- we got sat early and were told we would have 2 hours from our reservation time. The restaurant is pretty loud and the seating is pretty tight. The menu isn't too large and you can't go wrong with what you order, we ordered a half order of Korean fried chicken, army stew, soy marinated shrimp, galbi, and kim mari. (Presentation of all dishes was very nice unfortunately I forgot to take pictures) this was more than enough food for 4 people and there were left overs. They bust out the plastic gloves for the shrimp and that's exciting. I love an interactive meal and the shrimp and soup cooking definitely provided that. If you go the shrimp is a must. Price wise this place was shockingly reasonable. I feel like we ordered a lot and only paid about 40 per person, we didn't get drinks which always boosts a bill but still wouldn't have done that much damage. Overall very excited to go back again. read more

ILCHA - Soy Marinated Shrimp - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

One of the few Korean dinner options in this part of the city. Came here on a Saturday night for dinner, reservations are made easily online. Kim mari: B Very unique dish so we had to try it. It's like those fried seaweed tempura snacks, filled with glass noodle. I think some carrot or mushroom would have been good things to add to the filling but it tasted pretty good nonetheless. Corn cheese tater tots: A This dish was amazing. Korean style loaded tater tots with mozzarella and pepper jack, plus sour cream so it had all the fat for flavor. The pickled onion compliments that quite nicely, and the corn is sweet. Very addicting to eat! Korean fried chicken (half): A Very crispy batter and the chicken was super juicy. This is what I was most excited to come try and it didn't disappoint. The sauce they serve it with is sweet and mildly spicy. LA galbi: A- This was a good version of galbi. Quality pieces of ribs with bone attached. The meat is tender and you can taste the marinade. They served it with lettuce and perilla leaves and a spicy sauce so you can make a wrap. Bulgogi jeongol: B Large portion and a good mix of veggies, mushroom, and bulgogi. The soup is on the sweeter side since it's bulgogi. But the meat kind of loses a bit of flavor since it's just boiled. Jumo Soju Sparkling Cocktail: C- I didn't realize this cocktail was going to be a canned product. It also wasn't sweet and tasted mostly of cucumber than Asian pear, so I wouldn't recommend it. Good service. They are attentive and constantly walking by to clean off dishes from the table. The interior is quite dimly lit so you get an intimate ambiance. Maybe not the best for photos with the low light and shadows though. Overall, high quality food and great service. They have some unique offerings, and they also do the traditional dishes quite well. read more

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Raw marinated crab - Are you a seafood enthusiast?! Looking to try something unique and flavorful?! Raw marinated crab is a must-try delicacy! Its soft, velvety consistency is perfectly complemented by the tangy, savory marinated, making each bite a delicate blend of flavors! Bulgogi jeongol - Nothing beats the warm and heartiness of this comfort food ‍ consists of waygu beef bulgogi, mushrooms, napa cabbage, onions, carrots, tofu, japchae, rice cakes, and a hint of chrysanthemum! ** for more food reviews, check out my ig: @deez_noms read more

ILCHA - Raw marinated crab - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Had a reservation for dinner and the food was so good!! It is small and intimate inside, service is decent, staff are friendly and somewhat attentive. Started off with the bulgogi tater tots which were so good. The tots were perfectly crispy and crunch, the bulgogi was sweet and savory and perfectly balanced with the fresh toppings and sour cream. The Korean friend chicken was perfectly crispy too, juicy, well seasoned. I even enjoyed it by itself. The galbi came with a side of lettuce which was so delicious, the meat was tender, well marinated, savory, chewy, and paired well with the lettuce into a wrap and dipping it into the side pairings. The spicy ramen hotpot was also good, comforting, and definitely had a kick to it. It was a big portion and quite a bit for two people so I would recommend if going with more people. read more

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Have been wanting to try this place for a long time and finally got around to trying it! We got extremely lucky by walking in and not needing to wait or need a reservation on a Friday night around 7pm. Food (4/5): We got the dubu kimchi, corn cheese tater tots, and Korean fried chicken. Everything was delicious and very nicely elevated. I could tell they use fresh ingredients. The only reason I give it a 4 is because it is on the pricey side for "bar food". My favorite dish was the corn cheese tater tots. It's a must get! Service (4/5): Nothing special. They came to check on us maybe once and were efficient with ordering and paying. Ambiance (5/5): I love this sort of ambiance. Dark, intimate, not too loud, and minimalist decor. Keep in mind that you'll probably need to sit next to other people at their family table which is a long rectangular table that can sit probably 14 people. I didn't mind, it was fun seeing what other people got! read more

ILCHA - Dubu kimchi - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Relatively harder to grab a resy here, so make sure to plan ahead! Arrived on a Saturday night for a second dinner lol bc 8pm was the only available slot. We got the marinated shrimp with rice, and immediately became fans. I adore a classic seasoned rice w seaweed flakes and sesame oil, and it paired so well with the shrimp. The bulgogi stew was solid, although nothing too crazy. It does hit the spot on a cold rainy day, bc that's what Korean stews do:') Super friendly and quick service! Very cozy inside, although you should expect to inadvertently listen into the conversations next to you. Will def come back to try more menu items!! read more

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Came here for an anniversary dinner with my boyfriend and it was definitely worth it! We ordered the ganjang saewoo (raw marinated shrimp), corn cheese tater tots, budae jjigae and a bottle of rice to meet you yogurt makgeolli. The shrimp was flavorful and fresh. My boyfriend who usually hates raw seafood even ate two! The corn cheese tater tots were super tasty and paired great with the gochujang sauce they provided. The budae jjigae was packed with ingredients and was enough for two meals! And lastly, the makgeolli was quite refreshing too! The staff were attentive and so kind as well! Parking might be a little bit hard, but if you don't mind walking a block or two, you'll be fine. Overall: we went in hungry and left stuffed like a well treated tater tot read more

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The food here was great. It was first time eating raw crab, but the marinade was really good AND no one was sick afterward! The fried chicken was flavorful and juicy, the short rib was delicious, and the service was really attentive and helpful. I would definitely eat here again. read more

This was my second time coming to ilcha and it never disappoints! I was really craving Korean food and I was pleasantly surprised to see they had reservation time slot open that day! I didn't get any of their stews this time but they are big enough to share between 3/4 ppl. Especially if you want to try other dishes. The pork belly and oysters dish is my favorite! Everything in the menu is great and I'm already looking forward to going back and trying their marinated raw crab! Also, our server was super helpful and picked out a great soju bottle for us! read more

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Came on a Thursday night to eat at one of my favorite restaurants in SF. A reservation is highly recommended even on a weekday! They are so attentive and kept checking on how we did. On the menu, we ordered the following things: Ganjang Saewoo: 5/5. I love the raw shrimp and when combined with the egg yolk rice, it is delicious. I would come back just for this dish. Korean fried chicken: 4/5. The fried chicken is so fresh and tender. Bulgogi jeongol: 4/5. Such a good beef marinated hotpot but it is on the sweeter side, which isn't something I'm used to. I'm used to more savory hotpot. It was a lot of food for two people. I would come back to try the other dishes! read more

ILCHA - Gangjang Saewoo - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

This is probably one of the better Korean places in SF! My friends and I made reservations for 6:15 pm on a Friday night. It was about 70% packed inside and the interior is very modern. The server was kind to tell us a little secret and that the soy sauce marinated crab is still in season for us to order! My friends and I started off with the following: Soy sauce marinated crabs Bossam+ oysters combo Beef bulgogi jeongol Everything was so delicious! I was a bit sad that there are no side dishes as Korean food is all about side dishes. The bossam was tender, oysters were fresh, crab was well seasoned and the soup was flavorful! I'm taking away a star because although the soup was tasty the beef bulgogi was very tough to eat. read more

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Cute date spot, food is super good and tastes authentic. Server was friendly and personable. Portions are a little small so definitely order multiple things! read more

ILCHA is easily one of my favorite restaurants for dinner! The food is delicious, drinks are good, and the interior feels very modern, clean, and open. The crab, shrimp, and oysters were all very fresh. The Korean fried chicken was really great too. The people who work here are extremely friendly. If you're a fan of Korean food, I highly recommend visiting. ILCHA checks all the boxes :) read more

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Nice, dark ambiance. Perfect for a late night date location. We only ordered the Bulgogi Hotpot but was already a good amount to suffice us both. read more

ILCHA - Bulgogi Hotpot - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

So good! I've been wanting to go to Ilcha officially. For a while, I'd only ever tasted other's leftovers and the real deal was even better. We got half order of the fried chicken, the marinated raw shrimp (ganjang saewoo+gyrean bap), bossam and oysters, and the bulgogi jeongol. Everything was amazing!! I ended up going back a few weeks later and got the fried chicken and marinated raw shrimp again, along with the budae jjigae. My friend isn't normally a fan of raw dishes, but he ended up really enjoying the marinated raw shrimp. No words, just go yourself! read more

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Called to make a resy and they were very communicative to us during the process. The service was great and the server helped us order since everything looked so good. Kfc was big pieces of juicy chicken, super crisp! Raw marinated shrimp and the marinated crab were so flavorful and yummy with the rice. Loved the bulgogi hot pot, it was comforting and we loved the glass noodles and rice cakes in it. Bossam and oysters were solid, wish there was more garlic and lettuce. read more

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As a Korean, I feel like it's only fitting that I'd celebrate my birthday at a Korean establishment. Ilcha is mainly touted for its raw marinated seafood, a delicacy in South Korea, and its fried chicken, often renowned for being one of the best in SF. For two, we ordered quite a large meat spread: the galbi, Korean fried chicken (full), raw marinated shrimp, and bossam with oysters. Everything came out fairly quickly, a plus for our small yet ravenous party. For the sake of brevity, I'll just rank everything from best to least: Korean fried chicken, raw marinated shrimp, bossam w oysters, and galbi. While everything was good, the bossam and galbi is nothing remarkable; I've had better for cheaper. The raw marinated shrimp was divine, though, and while my friend heard complaints that Ilcha's can be fishy, we must've came on a good day as no fishiness was detectable. On a separate note, I can wax poetic all day about the fried chicken. Skeptical that it could be the best in the bay (I've had pretty wonderful fried chicken here), I was left shell-shocked after the first wing. The batter is incredibly delicate yet crispy, and the chicken came out piping hot and accompanied by the most delicious sides. She noticed that one thigh was left undercooked, but the fact that I'm willing to look past this error is a testament to how gorgeous their fried chicken is. The service is also kind and the location is prime. I'm not quite sure if I'd return, but for the fried chicken, I'd perhaps make a repeat visit. read more

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Ordered the fried chicken, raw shrimp, and galbi. Came for the raw crab but unfortunately they didn't have it today! First of all, man. The fried chicken was phenomenal. It was perfectly battered, very juice on the inside, and crispy on the outside. The raw shrimp was pretty good, it wasn't too fishy-tasting. The galbi was great! Just wished they placed the cut-up pieces above the bone in pieces. Service was great, they were really friendly and tentative! read more

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5/5 Service. 5/5 Food Had a reservation at 8:30pm on a Saturday. The place is set with only ~8 tables and a large community table set mainly for party of 2's. We were seated at the community table. QR code links to the digital menu. We ordered: - Ganjang Saewoo + Gyrean Bap (Soy marinated Shrimp + egg yolk rice) ~ which was really good. It's a great dish if you are comfortable with raw seafood and enjoy raw marinated crabs. I highly recommend peeling all your shrimp before digging in. I peeled my shrimp, eating the innards of the head as I went, but left the peeled body in the marinade. This was where I was able to take a spoonful of the mixed rice, a peeled shrimp, and some of the marinade to create a perfect bite. - Corn Cheese Tater Tots ~ Great addition to the table. This plate came with a side of ssamjang? which helped elevate the flavor profiling of the dish. - Korean Fried Chicken ~ SUPER CRISPY yet juicy interior. And the sweet and spicy sauce served on the side... PERFECT. Korean Fried Chicken + Corn Cheese + some sweet and spicy sauce = Perfect bite. - Bulgogi Jeongol ~ This was delicious and worth it for the amount of food given. Perfect for the colder days, this was essentially a pre-prepped hot pot and pairs well with rice. Highly recommend this place, as I had this place bookmarked for over a year and it definitely did not disappoint. Unfortunately, the Bossam and Oyster plate was sold out a couple of minutes before we ordered. Will definitely return for that! read more

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Ambiance 10/10, Ilcha would make a great date / night out spot. Army stew: Our favorite dish of the night, you really can't go wrong with a hearty soup. Raw shrimp: My least favorite, it was fishier than I expected. I'd try their raw crab instead. Fried chicken: Fried perfectly juicy, but lacking a little flavor. Wish there was more sauce to balance the fried-ness. Their presentation and ambiance is the highlight, and expect to pay a premium for korean food! read more

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marinated shrimp was pretty good -- firm and ever so slightly gummy on the outside in a good way. bulgogi jeongol was not bad but basic. big letdown since i wanted ganjang gejang and they only sometimes have it and sounds like quantities are extremely limited. menu is also very small. unfortunately good korean food is hard to find in sf and this is not one of them. read more

ILCHA - marinated shrimp - Korean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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My spouse and I stopped by on a whim as we were craving something flavorful but not too heavy and wow, did this place deliver.We shared the Korean Fried Chicken and the Cheese Tteok Kkochi (mozzarella-filled rice cakes with American cheese and condensed milk). The fried chicken was perfectly crunchy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and definitely served hot, so proceed with caution on that first bite! The cheese tteok was warm, chewy, and seriously scrumptious. I loved the sweet and savory combo....it hit all the right notes! To finish, we treated ourselves to the Hotteok. It was the perfect end to the meal: warm, gooey, slightly crisp, and beautifully balanced with the cold, creamy ice cream.The restaurant has a clean, minimalist aesthetic that's calming despite being quite busy. We came without a reservation, and while the place was packed, the staff was super friendly and still able to accommodate us. They let us know about a time limit due to a reservation coming up, which we really appreciated as it was honest and considerate. Definitely recommend making a reservation if you want to relax and try more of the menu, because everything we saw looked incredible. read more

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Went here for a girls night out. My friend made a reservation for us for right when it opened. Made the drive from Daly City all the way to Lombard street. Luckily we found a parking spot right in front. Restaurant had a cool vibe and wasn't too big. Had tables and a long communal table in the middle. We enjoyed the soju, fried chicken, cheese tteok, tater tots, and army stew. Service was quick. The restaurant got busy right after opening. Would come again if I was in the area. read more

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Home made Korean food in a modern, aesthetic restaurant located in the Marina District of Sf with lots of flavor and a simple menu. We had a reservation for 4 originally that we never made but a month later was able to get our group of 5 to meet up for a 5:30pm reservation upon opening. We got lucky and got street parking right up front and the meters were only until 6:00pm. The bathroom is located up front and there's a little waiting area, nice photo op area in the front. They have all of your favorite traditional Korean dishes. We started off with some makgeoli (rice wine) and jinro soju. We ordered the dead fried rolls, raw marinated shrimp with egg yolk rice (first time we all had it and loved it, texture is a little different but the flavor was good), raw soy marinated crab, bossam and oysters, corn cheese tater tots, Galbi, full Korean fried chicken with half gochujang and half soy garlic sauce that you put on yourself, bulgogi jeongol. I had some friends tell me that they really like their kimchi jigae there too. I told one of the servers that it was someone at our table's birthday and they asked which person so they can place the candles in front of her and the servers were so excited and happy to sing with us. We got 2 orders of hotteuk which is a rice cake filled with brown sugar and seeds. The ice cream made it harden up and not be as soft as it traditionally is served. They also have table warmers for the soup. Would recommend and I'd love to come back to try out some other items on their menu. read more

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Some of the best food I have had in a while! The fried chicken was airy, crispy, and juicy. The sauces accompanying it were balanced and flavorful. The Korean cheese corn is a perfect shareable dish. Cheesy and crispy. The oysters were nutty,delicate, and a little fishy. The pork belly was a bit underwhelming. It does have a clean taste but the sauces and accompanying side dishes didn't bring to the flavor of the ssam. The interior has this dark lit modern vibe which I loved. The staff were super kind and helpful. I had a short convo with one of them after our meal and she was very kind and seemed to care a lot about the food and service which was refreshing. I would 1000% go back! read more

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Not too amazing but good taste. Service is very good which is a plus. Fried chicken is yummy and crispy. The only down side is the lightning of the big table side is terrible dim, we cannot even clearly see the food. Means while the light of the kitchen is super bright, made me even more uncomfortable. Will never come back in this kind of environment, I think a basic thing of a restaurant is make the light good enough to see the food. read more