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    Kangchon

    3.6 (238 reviews)
    ModerateKorean, Chinese
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Patrick M.

    Kangchon Korean Restaurant, located in Centreville Square II Shopping Center, offers a variety of Korean and Korean-style Chinese cuisines. I visited for lunch; however, the food was unimpressive, lacking notable distinction. For instance, I have experienced superior bibimbap--seasoned vegetables and beef slices over rice, combined with a sweet and spicy gochujang sauce--at other comparable Korean establishments. The accompanying miso soup was insipid, and the steamed dumplings were mediocre. The service also fell short of expectations--side dishes were not replenished, and the staff did not inquire if additional servings were desired.

    Jjambbong~ (8/10) spicy seafood noodle soup
    Joy S.

    *personal experience: I made a reservation for 20 people (for my wedding rehearsal). However, when we arrived, there was a huge leak in the private room, not allowing anyone to be seated there. The ceiling was leaking everywhere throughout the restaurant. So they asked us to wait for some tables to be cleared. However, no one called or mentioned about the leak when we called 20 minutes before our arrival. They made us split our group into three and sit on opposite sides of the room. The kitchen was probably leaking too and that would be a health concern. We were very unhappy that they did not mention the leak over the phone. Otherwise, we would have gone somewhere else. *personal experience: one time, while I was eating, there was something crawling on the wall next to me. I look over and there was a large brown cockroach climbing on the wall. I calmly call the server over to point at the roach, and she tried to hit it, but it fell to the ground. Then we proceeded to say it's fine and walk away. My whole appetite was gone after that. Parking: it's located in a shopping center, so there is a good number of parking spaces. However, it can get busy at times. Seating: it's not a huge restaurant, however it can fit a big group of people in the private room. Food: I like most of their menu. They have a good selection of Korean food. Price: it's not the cheapest Korean food, but it's average for Korean food. Service: overall they seem nice. However, I am still traumatized from them not telling us about the leak over the phone. They had people still eat & serve food while the entire store was leaking. There were large puddles in the restaurant and the ceiling looked like it was going to collapse.

    Jja jang Myeon
    Rachel K.

    My group ordered the jja jang myeon, tang su-yook, and khan poung ki. Tang su-yook and khan poung ki were both very yummy! Crispy and delicious The jja jang myeon was a little disappointing. Noodles were way too soft. Not chewy at all.

    Mapo Tofu takeout
    Emily L.

    Oh man. This place has been going downhill for some time now and it's reached its destination. Rock bottom. Got take out and ate with my parents for an early dinner on Saturday. We had the jjajangmyeon and spicy tangsuyuk. JJM and TSY is one of my favorite meals. It's a winning combo. What I ate here is an abomination to Korean food. I've never had jjajangmyeon so bad. The sauce tasted okay but it had so much corn starch that it was difficult to mix into the noodles; it was clumpy. I couldn't get past the texture. Its noodles were overcooked, to boot. The tangsuyuk was battered and fried well, but the sauce was way too spicy. Not the pleasant tickle your tongue, make-your-scalp sweat type of spicy. I'm talking burn your esophagus, tongue numbing, can't-taste-anything, hyperventilate through your teeth while chugging water and say your prayers for tomorrow type of spicy. Maybe this is an isolated experience, but every time I've eaten here or gotten take out here in the last year I've been disappointed. This place used to be a go-to, not just for me, but for all centreville-ians. Now all I can say is run far away from this place and go to Jangwon.

    Mark J.

    Came on a rainy Saturday. Wasn't too packed, but wasn't empty either, couple tables filled. The server came to get our order pretty quickly. There was a lot to order from the menu. Donkatsu was pretty average, not the worst but not the greatest. I liked the flavor of the stir fry octopus as well as the broth from the cod stew. Overall the food wasn't too bad, would probably come again to try out the other food options they have on their menu!

    Samsun Jja Jang Myun
    Kay P.

    In the backside of the Centreville Square district, a basic but bustling Korean restaurant sits! You sort of have to ask for things and be initiative but that's how most Korean restaurants are ~ The wait time for the food is pretty quick and the portions are above the norm! Taste wise - nothing out of the ordinary - just a good place to pop by when hungry and craving for black bean noodles or spicy sweet chicken! Sides are very minimal and basic~ Overall 6.5/10; would come bc the location is close and decent food comes out quick!

    Bibim-Naengmyeon Mul-Naengmyeon
    Alice Y.

    WHERE IS MY FOOD?? First time I came here, I was pleased and satisfied with their food. Now I come back here and my food is DELAYED?? Usually the food comes out on time. I had to wait 17 minutes exactly for my damn food. Who's idea was to give me my food so late?? I get it, its a stormy, busy Saturday. But like, if their busy is usually like this then why all of the sudden do bad? Someone please answer my question. UPDATE: Now the table is completely done being served. Its very usual for kangchon getting customers every Sunday afternoon. But its Saturday, no difference.

    Nah fam this ain't it
    Peter S.

    I generally like this place but I ordered the nakji bokkeum (spicy octopus stir fry) and it was $30!!! It looked good from the pictures but when I got it, I noticed a lot of noodles but minimal pieces of octopus. They were small af too and I felt like I got ripped off. I know in the picture, it looks half eaten. because it was, but do u even see any pieces of octopus?!????!! We need less noodles more octopus please!!! Normally I wouldn't complain but for $30? Come on man. #DoBetter They probably made at least $25 profit off this dish smh

    Life Is Journey C.

    If you can't decide what kind of Korean food you want to eat, this restaurant might be an option for you. They sell all kinds of Korean food (from Korean-Chinese to Korean street food). Their dishes have rich flavor and delicious in spite of their are not a one type of specialty Korean food restaurant (e.g: BBQ, noodles, Beef bone soup or Korean-Chinese food only restaurant). Servers are attentive and friendly (and experienced). Particularly if you have a large group to eat Korean food, this might be a good restaurant (spacious). Among Koreans in Centerville, Fairfax, Chantilly or other near areas, this is one of the restaurants to go meet their friends and have lunch or dinner. It is not a fancy nor a cheap Korean restaurant. So people love to go there to have a casual dining with their friends or family. Here are tips: Food: Average Service: attentive and friendly Ambiance: just okay but not romantic or luxurious Parking: Plenty (sometimes tour buses park there)

    Kathy T.

    Overall, I thought the food was pretty average korean/chinese food. It did not really "wow" me, but I would probably come back here for a quick korean food fix. The food I ordered was at a relatively cheap price. I ordered a bowl of spicy seafood soup for 8.99 and the portion was massive!! You definitely get your bang for your buck! Service was okay, they did what they needed to do, which was take our order and give our checks. Throughout the dinner, there were no refills for water.

    Andrew C.

    Located in the corner, in front of Lotte, facing Rt29. Offers a variety of Korean and Chinese dishes. The (#24) Bulgogi Bokeum for two, was able to feed three people. For the Tang Su Yuk (sweet & sour pork), we ordered the sauce on the side so that the pork doesn't get too soft over the course of your meal. To start off, you get the small Korean side dishes and a free large bowl of mussel soup for the table (my friend said the mussel is available on weekdays only). Best dish of all. Overall, it was a really good meal. Would come back.

    Samsun jjamppong ( ) had an extra ingredient: part of clothing tag?
    Audrey K.

    We eat here often (at least once a month) because we find the food enjoyable with big portions. That is why I'm leaving a two star review instead of one. That being said, we will stop coming here from now on. I did a take out order of one jjamppong, one samsun jjamppong, two jajangmyun, and one large beef tangsuyuk. Brought it back for consumption, and in the samsun jjamppong was a piece of plastic tag, which my mom almost choked on. Not cool. I would have been okay waiting another few minutes than paying for subpar food. Very sad, but come 2020, we will be looking elsewhere for our jjamppong and jajangmyun. --- . ... 5-6 . ... .

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    not sure why they laser stare at their customers .. sort of creepy vibe seeing its tucked away

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