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    Kong Dog

    3.6 (128 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 11:00 pm

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    Rocky W.

    The decor here is that of an outside Korean street restaurant but inside. With tarps on the walls and K-pop music videos playing on the TVs, it creates a fun and immersive atmosphere. Their seafood pancake was delicious and had a lot of ingredients in it and they didn't overdo the flower like some other restaurants. The Korean chicken wings are flavorful and crispy, but with only two sauce options, I'd love to see a few more choices. The Korean bento box is both adorable and delicious, served in a cute metal tray with your choice of main dish, radish, kimchi, and egg. Their kimchi was awesome and we kept asking for refills! I'm also a huge fan of their Hot Cheeto and Sweet Chili Dorito corn dogs. They were packed with so much flavor that I don't think I can eat a normal corn dog anymore. For larger groups, the army soup is perfect! They bring it out on a portable gas cooker, and it's packed with spam, ramen, cheese, rice cakes, and so much more. It's hearty and fun to share with friends. Service was decent, they respond when you press the button on the table, but we did have to ask three times for hot water. If you're looking for takeout, you can easily order online or use the kiosk at the front, making it super convenient.

    Order to go kiosk
    Erika R.

    Popped in to pickup a to go corn dog. I ordered just the basic corn dog at the kiosk in front. I have been dying to try this place because I love corn dogs. They had all kinds of crazy options for toppings, but I just went with the basic corn dog no sugar. Thought it was odd I had to specifically check a no sugar option. My order came out pretty quickly, but I was disappointed when I opened up the box and saw that it was covered in sugar. I also was a little miffed when I saw that the honey mustard that I had to pay an extra $.50 for was just a cheap honey mustard packet that a fast food place would give you for free. The corn dog and the breading were delicious, but I didn't like the sugar on top. I wanted savory not sweet, which is why I asked for no sugar. I'm on the fence if I'll go back, wrong order, up charge for cheap honey mustard, and not enough ketchup to go with.

    Rose Tteokbokki ( )
    Hallie L.

    Pretty expensive for the quality of food, a lot of Korean comfort food that is cheap to produce but they charge quite a lot. The drinks here are also pretty pricy. My favorite was the kong dog, the cheese was super stretchy. Everyone was quite friendly and attentive, however, our rose tteokbokki was first served without any rice cakes in it (???) and we had to send it back to have them added. They also forgot our kong fries which we had to ask for again. But they were pretty apologetic and corrected the errors quite quickly. The chairs can spin open to store your jackets and bags, which was super cool and helped our clothes not smell too much like food when we went. The interior is kind of crowded but cozy and there is a wall where you can write things on with a pen, super fun!

    Soy Garlic Fried Chicken
    Caroline S.

    Such a fun dining experience! I went with a group of 4 and we had a great time. The food overall was just okay -- corn dogs were as expected, fried chicken was tender and had good flavor, but the bulgogi tteokbokki was quite salty. Their cocktails were also tasty and paired wonderfully with the food. Our hostesses were super kind and attentive -- they always answered our questions with a smile. Their hospitality paired with the lively energy of the space made for a fun night with friends! Definitely a vibe over taste kind of restaurant.

    Ramen & hot Cheetos
    Monica A.

    Kong dog aka Kong Pocha. When it first opened, they only had Korean corndogs, which was exciting to have in the neighborhood! It's solid stoner food. Corndogs filling range from meat, 50/50 with mozzarella, or plant-based. I've only had the plant based. The mix of batter and toppings are all good. My favorites are the ramen crusted or potato crusted corn dogs. Now they've expanded to more to food and have a second name -- Kong Pocha. I tried the tofu stew with kimchi & the rose Tteokbokki. Both were kind of mediocre. Portion size was great, but there wasn't much flavor. There was definitely some spice, but I wasn't impressed. Service varies. When I used to come for the corndogs, service was very rude. Now that they have a full on restaurant, service improved SO much. Really great staff who check in, are hospitable, and generally nice. To order or get their attention, each table has a button that will give staff the heads up. Space is great for groups too. They also serve alcohol (soju, cocktails, and more). If you go for the corn dog, you'll spend less than $10 per person. If you go for the restaurant, you'll probably spend $25-$35 per person.

    sweet potato corn dog with sugar on top
    Madi P.

    I ordered just the corn dog from the kiosk and it was quite good! I got the half cheesed half hot dog inside with the sweet potato outside with sugar. A bit pricy, but overall it was super tasty. Would love to try their other items soon.

    Alice D.

    Came here for lunch on a Sunday afternoon and the place was pretty empty; we were one of 3 parties so the place felt pretty quiet and overall calm. This place changed from a fast casual spot to a pocha seemingly overnight, but I'm not complaining - the vibe felt nice and the menu has expanded quite a bit. Service was pretty solid overall - good on food speed and water refills. The food itself was delicious, very little flaws from my point of view; the fries we could've done without, but we wanted to try the powder on top. The corn was not as cheesy as we would've liked, bit I liked the sweet potato fries that it came with. Pork cutlet was yummy overall, chicken was surprisingly very good, and the stew was filling albeit mostly just veggies. Overall, a good Korean spot in Davis. Good food, nice ambiance, and decent service; thanks, Kong Dog!

    Megan H.

    I stopped by Kong Dog recently and got some soju, the screwbar cocktail, and a sweet potato kong dog. The kong dog was delicious and quite large with a lot of breading, which I prefer. The cocktail was pretty much what I expected; you'll like it if you like the artificial milky strawberry taste. I was surprised that there wasn't more people when I went since it could be a fun spot to drink and eat!

    June M.

    I came here once and I have been back since then. The stews are amazing, they have unlimited rice comes with it. The corn dogs are so fulfilling and tasty with so many flavors to choose from. The ambiance of the restaurant is energetic, with kpop music blasting in the background. It very similar vibe to street food stall in South Korea. The servers here are so sweet. She gives recommendations and always makes sure that the table water refill on time. This place perfect for group of friends to destress after work. I highly recommend their homemade alcohol!

    Seafood Spicy Ramen with Calamari & Egg (Neoguri Instant Ramen passed off as Gourmet)

    Kong Dog Somerville should be shut down. On 7/31/2025 I came in with a friend for lunch. I paid $10 for a sweet potato corn dog and $7.99 for dumplings in a dining room that was filthy -- the floor hadn't been swept, and the straws weren't wrapped. Our waitress, an Asian woman in her 20s, barely served us. She just stared from across the room, which was creepy and unprofessional. I still left a $1.50 tip, which I thought was fair considering how little she actually did. As I was leaving, she told me, "Next time you should use the kiosk, it doesn't require a tip." That is one of the rudest things I've ever heard from someone in customer service. We came back on 9/8/2025 because my friend wanted to try again. The same waitress greeted us with, "Are you sure you want a table?" which immediately set the tone. We spent $55 this time and got instant Neoguri noodles passed off as ramen for $16, with an overboiled egg and fake calamari. She forgot the egg in the first place and then acted annoyed when I asked about it. She also made a strange comment to my friend like, "I'm glad you're in a better mood than last time," which is out of line for any server to say. And, once again, she stood across the room watching us, whispering with the cook -- who I can only assume is her father -- while both of them kept throwing glances our way. I tried to leave a $7 tip this time, and the waitress wouldn't even accept it. The way she refused it felt like a slap in the face, basically saying, "keep your money, you clearly need it." That kind of attitude is disgusting in any business, let alone one that's already cutting corners and serving garbage food in a dirty space. This wasn't just bad service, it was hostile. The food is cheap, the atmosphere is gross, and the staff goes out of their way to make you feel unwelcome. It's no surprise the place was dead. Kong Dog Somerville isn't a restaurant, it's a scam.

    Woo K.

    Honestly wasn't bad. The ambiance was very fun and service was really good. The food was a bit ok. The ramen fried rice was ok. Nothing too special. Ttukbokki was ok. I prefer the thicker consistency. The best thing was the seafood pancake, cuz the sauce was awesome!

    Menu
    John Y.

    This place was formerly known as Kong Dog. I think it was a good change, as they've shifted from specializing in just Korean corn dogs to now offering more traditional styled Korean street foods. When you enter the building, you're in a small tiny area with a few seats, and what looks like a red tarp blocking you from the main restaurant. While waiting to be seated/noticed (more on this later) I've seen people walk in and leave...thinking this place is under construction! We went on a Sunday afternoon for lunch. We walked in and waited in that small area for some time. It took a long time for one of the ladies to come out and even notice there are a bunch of people waiting to be seated, or to pick up their take out orders. Despite having a front desk area there, it is not manned. You're at the mercy of whenever they feel like coming out. This was a turnoff as it took a long time to be seated. When peeking into the tent, we could see that only about 6 out of around 12 available tables were occupied. The problem is the place is run by 2 ladies and a helper. Most of their operations are done within, towards the counter in the back of the resturant, with NO visibility of who is waiting up front on the other side of the tent. Maybe they should remove the front tent or make it see-through. The tables are some small round tables with chairs that have lids (for you to put your coat/purse inside). There is a QR code at the table for you to pull up their menu. There is a call button on the table that dings at back desk, but I'm not sure if there is any indicator of which table pressed it. It also did not bring anyone over until they were ready to come (or flagged down). Needless to say, it was a hassle to get seated and pick up customers appeared to be frustrated as well. Service within the tent is also slow. This was not due to lack of effort, but just lack of resources. The 2 ladies were literally running between tables. They were friendly. Sweet Spicy Fried Chicken - It's like chicken nugget pieces that are battered, fried then tossed in spicy sauce. It was very good. Portion size was underwhelming but still okay. Fried Corn and Fries - We initially didn't get any fries...just the corn! I asked and she mentioned something about fluctuating prices (which confused me) but she said she'd bring me some fries. The fried corn is amazing! They're separated kernals from the corn stalk that are well seasoned and fried. Its not crunchy but still had good texture and tasted so good. This is a must try! We ordered the Kong Tteopbokki and it was served in a pan over a tabletop stove. I was surprised to see that the pot was only filled half way...you don't get a lot. This dish is $24.99, which made me so surprised at how small of a portion it was. Its not really shareable unless you add optional items, which we did. We had the Kong Dog $5.99 (batter too thick), Dumplings (comes with 2), Ramen $1.99 (1) and slice cheese $1. This helped the cause and made this dish more shareable and wholesome, but now we're well over $30. I'd skip this next time. It tasted great and the ladies were helpful in helping us prep it, but it wasn't a good value. The decor of this place is very cozy, with the red tarps stretching into the insides of the restaurant too. The bathroom was clean. The open space was comfortable. Their food presentation is really good, as you'll find on their Instagram page. Flavor is spot on. I hope they can get more help to run the place and do something about the main entrance. I'd recommend others to try the place.

    Marinaded Beef Tripe
    Nhung N.

    Kong Dog is a Korean restaurant located in Somerville, Ma. It serves Korean street style food to the point that the interior decor was made to look and feel like you are eating outdoor. The name points at the famous Korean hot dogs wrapped in a variety of batters from potato, ramen, to spaghetti. But there is so much more! The restaurant served alcohol, you have flavored korean sojus, rice wines, beers, etc. My favorite go to is the makgeolli, original. This is an off white, slightly sparkling, raw rice wine. It gets served in a tea kettle and bowl size serving cups! Very good! For appetizers, we tried the seafood pancake and the fried gizzards. The seafood pancake is some of the best I have had in Boston. You get huge chunks of fresh seafood and not the tiny frozen seafood that many restaurants serve to cut costs. The fried gizzards came with sweet potatoes fries. The fries were good but I would probably skip the gizzards next time, way too crunchy on the outside and chewy inside. We also ordered the fish cake skewers soup and marinated beef tripe. Both were excellent! The restaurant was a bit chilly so the fish cake soup was perfect. Kids loved it. I must warn you that it can be a bit peppery. The marinated beef tripe is fatty/oily deliciousness. I couldn't stop eating it despite how oily it was. It went great with alcohol. There was so much food I wanted to try so I will definitely be back. The restaurants is popular across ages. During my meal, there were plenty of tables with young adults, families, and even single eaters. Overall, excellent service and food came out at a nice steady pace. Very good for groups as well. I can't wait to explore the other menu options.

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    Hot Cheetos dog every time!!!! To die for! Pretty spacious inside which is surprising, super friendly service too.

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