This has to be my favourite Korean Restaurant of all time! Perhaps it's because of the kimchi. It's…read moreon the sweeter side and I can truly eat so much of this because it's not that spicy, mild for sure. We always order the chicken katsu box, pork bone soup, and boneless chicken soy from time to time. The chicken katsu I feel got better and better as time passed. The pork bone soup is almost always tender and falls right off the bone. It's absolutely delicious. The boneless chicken soy kind of got worse as time went by. They gave big pieces of boneless chicken the first few times we got it, now they give small pieces of chicken, good portion of course, but some of the pieces were just batter. It is tender though so that's not too bad. I completely forgot to take pics but I will be ordering here again. Forgot to take them because we devour the food immediately as soon as they arrive... Can't wait for Korean food again! On a side note, we always ask for extra kimchi and they always give more!

Absolutely LOVED this place!!…read more Ventilation was good so it didn't feel stuffy. It's a very causal, homey kinda feel. The server lady was very nice. She speaks cantonese. She checked if we enough side dishes and all! Lamb was very good, and it was a $23.99 combo to pair with the mini pork bone soup, which was very filling and tasty! Although mini, it was still a good portion. I was told that the bibimbap was amazing and it was very hearty. I'd def come back. I recommended this place to another foodie friend and she loves this place too!

I have always loved coming to this place when I am in Toronto and was happy to try out this new…read morelocation that was closer to where I stay when I am visiting. Despite it being packed, you can get a table pretty quick as the turnover is fast and the service is quick. Most of our table got Special #1 with the soon tofu soup of mussel, shrimp and beef. It was very tasty and delicious. My husband ordered the bibimbap which he devoured. My older son loved the cheese ball appetizer. The only thing I would say is I wish they had more variety in their banchan options like perhaps a fish cake dish or japchae? We definitely liked the variety of menu options other than soon tofu soup for those in your group who may not prefer the hot soup items. Great addition to the area!

Combo Soon Tofu soup with purple rice ! Scorched rice with hot water is yummy and reminds me of my…read moreDad's fav. foods. He was the eldest of 6 children & was the last of eat. Also, ordered Kimchi Rice & Broiled Beef with purple rice. Prices have really increased since pandemic but the quality and meal is lovely. We love this chain of Korean eateries. This is the great space.

**3.5 review** I…read moreguess this place rebranded to an AYCE restaurant. I've been seeing so many post from this place on social media and decided to give it a try. For AYCE, it's very affordable! Came here on weekend dinner and it was $18.99 pp (same price all day) and every Wednesday it's $15.99 if paid by cash. There was a mixture of Chinese and Korean food. Certain items were good, however very salty. The favorite among many was the seafood pancake and glass noodle but stay away from the kimbap. Also had higher expectations of the banchans and limited dessert options. They don't take reservations. Service was friendly but nothing out of the ordinary. Only hiccup was I paid in advance but I guess the person who took payment didn't notify the other people so when I left, the hostess kept asking me to pay even though I kept showing him my receipt that it's been paid. Although the place is affordable, I'm not sure if I would be returning unless I was in the area

Came here with a group of friends and we tried almost every cupbop. The staff were amazing and very…read moreaccommodating. The cupbops are Korean BBQ dishes (beef, chicken or pork) over japchae (glass noodles) and rice with veggies. As we ordered all 6, I got to try a little of each, my favourite was the LA Short Rib Cupbop which happens to coincide with my favourite baseball team the LA Dodgers! They also had KFC here (Korean Fried Chicken), the only reason this place didnt get the coveted 5 stars was compared to other Korean spots, for the same price, the amount of chicken wasn't as much, but still flavorful.

Was craving Korean food and this place popped up while I was searching for Korean fried chicken. I…read morehaven't had KFC (Korean Fried Chicken) in a while, and this place did not disappoint! I went with my brother, and we had to try a couple of different flavors. I always order the soy garlic whenever I check out a new Korean fried chicken spot, and theirs was absolutely amazing, super crispy, juicy, and packed with flavor. We also tried their Junction Red & White Chicken, and it was so good. The white sauce is a roasted garlic sauce, and it paired really well with the red sauce, which had a nice kick and reminded me of gochujang. The combination of creamy roasted garlic with that hint of spice was seriously delicious. I honestly couldn't stop smiling because it's so good and it's so close to home! I can't believe I only found out about this place now. The waitress mentioned they only opened about four months ago, so that explains it. The staff were all super friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. Everything was delicious, and I'll definitely be coming back. Whether it's with my brother, a group of friends, or just by myself when the craving hits, this is definitely going to be one of my go-to spots. Can't wait to try more of the menu! They do have a back patio according to the staff.

Their signature dish is the half-and-half Korean fried chicken with red and white sauces. The red…read moresauce is gochujang-based Korean spicy sauce, while the white one is a house-made cream sauce. It was honestly excellent. The spicy and creamy flavors balanced each other really well, and the fried chicken itself was sturdy enough to hold up under all that sauce instead of turning soggy. The rice cakes coated in both sauces were ridiculously good -- the pairing almost felt as naturally meant to be together as tomato and egg. What impressed me most, though, was the chicken itself. The doneness was spot on. The meat was still juicy inside, but not in that overly soft or mushy way some fried chicken can be. It still kept a bit of the chicken's natural texture and slight chewiness, which made it much more satisfying to eat. The plain wings we ordered on the side were also outstanding. Without sauce, you could really appreciate the frying technique. The crust was extremely crispy, but the inside stayed juicy and never dried out. Even my friend -- who's usually very picky about chicken -- immediately ordered another batch on the spot. Purely in terms of fried chicken technique, this is honestly one of the best I've had so far.

Tried Korean kalguksu and king-size dumplings for the first time, and really enjoyed both…read more The Kimchi King-size Dumplings were huge--almost fist-sized, with six filling up the whole steamer. The wrapper was surprisingly thin and the filling was packed with kimchi, tofu, glass noodles, pork, and green onion. Very juicy and flavorful. The Jjamppong Kalguksu had chewy, handmade noodles with a nice bite. The seafood was fresh, though I found the broth a little mild. Definitely try it with their house kimchi--the cabbage was crisp and the seasoning was much richer than at most Korean restaurants I've tried. The two dishes came to under $40 with the 5% cash discount and were easily enough for two. A great place to try a different, more home-style side of Korean food.

Han Kalguksu is a Korean food spot on Toronto's/Willodale's Yonge and Kempford. With its name, you…read moreknow that its key dish is kalguksu (cut noodle dish), though we didn't get it. It was actually my idea to get Korean food, though my sis thought of the spot. So, how does this place compare to the ones in L.A. Oakland and Santa Clara? What the place got right? We had potato pajeon (gamja pajeon), donkatsu (Korean pork cutlet), bossam (pork wraps), and my K-foodie sister's and my favorite Korean food mulnaengmyun. What I discovered is that the place has Bong Bong, which is a nostalgic grape juice with grape pieces, and it's good that this drink exists because I do care about kids having suitable drinks besides water. Normally, my sister prefers Japanese cut over Korean, but the place got a victory in the sense of having the sauce better than some spot in Santa Clara I can't remember now. Regarding the ambiance, it's lively, and the look's simple, but it works. Also, it's nice that our server checked in on us if everything's alright. What the place did wrong? Not much actually. The 1 minor flaw I noticed was not being covered on knives, as we had 1 missing. The concerning flaw I observed was that the only banchan we had was kimchi. Whether or not they ran out, I don't know, but if that's the case, that could mean people really love the banchan. No dessert, but I suppose I can live with that. Han Kalguksu is in the end a solid 4-star place. While there are parts that the staff slipped up on such as not having enough banchan at a busy time, the place is a solid one by covering bases I look for. To answer the question of how it fares against Los Angeles's, Oakland's and Santa Clara's, while it isn't Los Angeles good, being Oakland/Santa Clara good or around it is the next best trait for me. Look at the menu, and from there, decide if the place is good for you. +/Han Kalguksu is a hyphy and killer spot because of the lovely food, drink and check ins along with the simple, but terrific layout. -/Not much to worry about overall, though there needs to be a magical room or some magical place in the back that makes banchan instantly.

My new go to place for Korean fried chicken!! I usually never get the boneless option as these…read moreplaces, but chibap only serves boneless so I gave it a try. It was SO WORTH IT! The chicken was crispy and so juicy! The bowls were huge and took 2 of us to finish one! The tteokbokki is also a must try! It's very spicy but that's perfect for me! It was packed with fish cakes too! They also have trendy drinks that added a nice touch to our meal.

Chibap is a relatively new spot in Downtown along Queen and Spadina. Despite so much food in the…read morearea, there wasn't much Korean fried chicken options and glad there's finally a spot now to go to whenever I'm in the area. I ordered takeout the yangyeom chicken and octopus balls. The chicken came as boneless by default. The portions were really amazing for what you pay for and the quality was good. The chicken was extra crispy and the sauce was a perfect blend of sweet and mild spice. The octopus balls were a great small appetizer along with the chicken. Overall, a hidden gem in the Downtown area and definitely worth the visit!

Came here after a friend shared an IG clip about this place. It's a bit hidden in what looks like…read morean industrial complex. It's takeout only and they recommend ordering 20 mins before pickup so it's ready. They were not selling the UFO fried chicken sandwich so I was a little disappointed. I did order wings, boneless fried chicken and a poutine. The spicy sauce had some kick to it but it comes on the side so you can control the amount you use. Note there's a non spicy version too so order the right one. Chicken was all very crispy and not greasy. The poutine was good with one of the longest cheese pulls I've seen but no squeak in sight if that's the type of poutine you enjoy. All the fries were soggy by the time we got home. It was also put on the bottom of the bag and left partially open. This got squished by the chicken boxes and the gravy went all over the bottom of one of the chicken boxes. Bit of a packing miss. Would come back if in the area for the sandwich but overall I felt it was a bit pricey for what we ordered.

Visited S-Rank Chicken in Toronto for lunch. Parking was easy, and the spot is small and simple,…read moremainly for takeout. The one staff member working was friendly, and pricing felt fair for the quality and portion sizes. I ordered the chicken sandwich on egg brioche and asked for it to be cut in half to share. The chicken was cooked perfectly, crispy, juicy, and flavorful. You can customize your order with toppings and sauce, which adds a nice touch. I chose their yangnyeom sauce, which had good flavor but wasn't spicy at all. The bun was dense, seemed a bit overbaked, and didn't have enough sauce to balance it. The UFO-style shape was interesting but left the edges too dry for my liking. I'd come back just for the chicken next time. Everything's made to order, so expect about a 20-minute wait. Ordering online helps make pickup smoother since payment is done through their single kiosk. Overall, great chicken, reasonable prices, and good value for what you get.

Nice small restaurant with friendly service. The Don Katsu was huge and sauce on it was delicious!read more

Bap Zip by Piggy's has been open for a while now, but this was my first time visiting. We stopped…read moreby around 5:45 p.m. as a group of four and were actually the first dine-in guests of the evening, though the kitchen was already busy preparing a takeout order. We were greeted immediately and seated at a table that was already set with cutlery and napkins, then offered both tea and water. They provide one physical menu per table, but there are also QR codes if you prefer viewing the menu digitally. Just a heads-up that the QR code is for browsing only, not online ordering. We ended up ordering the King Katsu, Rose Tteokbokki, Eggplant Dolsot, and a coffee. The King Katsu was absolutely massive, yet pounded thin enough to stay tender, with a beautifully light and flaky crust. The Rose Tteokbokki had the perfect level of spice balanced by a distinct sweetness. I would have loved to add cheese, but the $5.50 surcharge felt difficult to justify. The Eggplant Dolsot was another enjoyable dish, and the $3 coffee surprisingly reminded me of dalgona coffee, being bold, creamy, and quite sweet, like a dessert to finish off the meal. The restaurant itself has a unique, modern aesthetic that makes the space feel warm and inviting. The staff were friendly throughout our visit and made us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. As a nice bonus, they offer a 5% discount when paying with cash. Overall, the prices are on the higher end for Korean food, but the generous portions, quality dishes, and pleasant dining experience made it an enjoyable visit.