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    Kong Pocha

    4.4 (238 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Spicy pork stone pot Bibimbap
    Erin O.

    The food was great! I ordered their Sweet chili chicken cup bap and was so surprised by how good it was. Chicken was fried to perfection, serving size was huge, and loved the sweet and spicy flavors. My daughter got their kimchi soup with dumplings and I loved how they seasoned it, gave me comfort food vibes. Came here Friday evening around 6 and they were not busy, but saw plenty of folks picking up food. We were seated right away and our orders were taken quickly. Maybe because there weren't a lot of dine in customers. The whole vibe of this place feels like a late night bar. The only drawback to this place is its location, but if you don't mind the graffiti...definitely worth a try if you want some good Korean food. Full disclosure, this place isn't in the best part of town. The neighborhood leaves much to be desired. I think next time we'll order take out.

    The applemango soju was so delightful, I had to remind myself that it was 12% alcohol.
    Olakunle O.

    I hadn't been to Kong Pocha in years until last night and shame on me. This place is incredible. The wait staff was inviting and knowledgeable about the various options, the interior was lively with catchy K-pop filling the air. But the food was the best part. The spicy and sweet fried chicken entree was addictive (though next time, I'll ask them to fry the accompanying fries extra crispy--too soggy for my taste). The edamame was simply seasoned with salt but we'll done. And the shrimp fried rice was workmanlike. It's dangerous for my waistline that this place is so delicious, nearby, and open late. I will absolutely return. 9/10

    Fried chicken (bone-in)
    Michelle C.

    A hot spot for college students to gather and grab a meal together (not always for drinks hahaha). For after dinner hours a party of five friends including me ordered the army stew and a combo platter of chicken, fries, and salad. The food was filling! It came out to be about $20/person split this way. The fries are a bit of a disappointment we realize because they are reheated as they are a bit softer and slightly lacking in taste because of it. Service was kind, immediate, and hospitable. Thank you!

    Jon F.

    Another one of my favorite restaurants in Baltimore. Out of all the Asian cuisines, I think the Korean food in Baltimore is the best. We have a lot of great options here and Kong Pocha is one of them. I've been coming here ever since they opened and have ordered takeout/delivery from them pretty regularly. The staff here is younger than your average Korean restaurant, and they are friendly and very hospitable. I've come to this space many times in the past when it was Omijang, but they transformed it to feel more homey with dim lights kinda like you are at a night market in Asia. Maybe even a karaoke bar. Over the years, I've been obsessed with their whole fried chicken. As you can see from the photos, I've ordered it quite a few times. Super crispy and flavorful. Recently, I've been obsessed with their brisket. I order their bulgogi ($28) and substitute it with brisket. The flavors and the meat mixed with bean sprouts, cabbage and onion is chef's kiss paired with some white rice. Hits the spot every time. Their daikon radish kimchi banchan is super addicting. So I actually ordered this meal recently through DoorDash and the driver left 1 of 2 bags at my doorstep, even though the drop off directions were to hand it to me so I can give them the PIN. He called me asking for the PIN and I went to the door, food was at my doorstep and he was rushing to his car to leave. I found out later on that half my food was missing. I called the restaurant to let them know and they informed me my order was supposed to be in 2 bags. The jambong and steamed mandu were missing. Jack called me back. He resolved the issue professionally with the least amount of inconvenience to me. The team here has shown great customer service over the years. There have been times where the Uber Eats driver delivered my food to the wrong house, or delivered me someone else's food, but the staff here at Kong has always made up for the mistake of the delivery driver in order to keep their customer happy. Not many places nowadays will go above and beyond anymore, unfortunately. Kong Pocha does and that's why I continue to support their business.

    Kiana G.

    From the outside I wasn't sure what to expect. It was a bit dark inside with low warm lighting. They seated us in a back corner which had less light than the corner across but it wasn't terrible. Menus are available via QRcode so we love the sustainability. I went here for a date night and it was super chill. The staff didn't really bother you too much throughout your dining. They gave you the instructions and gave you a lot of time to decide on what to eat and they answered any questions you might have. The food came out super quick. I honestly think it took less than 15m for the food to be served after ordering. Their food was really tasty and fresh. They also gave ALOT so the money is worth the portions. I ordered the Sweet Chili Chicken Cup-BAP, it was more sweet than chili. Still was good nonetheless. They also gave an assortment of toppings or additional adds like kimchi, pickle radish, etc. by it self it was great however the kimchi wasn't my fav because it had a bit of a kick to it. Overall I would rate this place a 7.5/10.

    Kimchi and pork soup
    Tina C.

    One of the best pocha places I've ever had! Very authentic vibe, super efficient service, lots of indoor seating and nearby parking. The banchan, cream chicken omelet, and corn cheese were some of the tastiest dishes I've had in a while. Generous portion sizes. Highly, highly recommend!

    Bulgogi (Marinated Beef)

    I had a great evening and experience at Kong poncho. It was exactly what I expected a cute casual environment with great food . I had the curry fried chicken which was extra crunchy w a delicious sauce and egg rice w salad and my boyfriend had the bugogi rice pot and we enjoyed everything. The service was also very friendly !

    Rice Cake + Dumpling Soup + Spicy Pork Hot Stone Bibimbap
    Virginia H.

    This was one of the few spots that were open late night after a concert in Baltimore. - Rice Cake + Dumpling Soup - Spicy Pork Hot Stone Bibimbap Both of the entrees were decent for a late night meal otherwise it does not stand out compared to other Korean restaurants. The service was good even though it was very busy that night because almost everyone came from the concert nearby. The exterior near the parking lot looks kind of sketchy, but the interior has a unique bar vibe.

    Safia S.

    Grabbed dinner here the other night. I used to frequent this location a decade ago when it was under different ownership. The true Korean BBQ experience is gone. You can order some other Korean dishes. We got the bulgogi which was good, the other steak dish which was just ok, the seafood pancake was truly bland and underwhelming, and the beef tofu soup which was great. I was disappointed both in the variety of banchan. The ambiance is very casual and they have a parking lot next door

    Fried chicken (boneless)
    Zin C.

    I literally get the combo box every few days - hands down the best Korean food I've found in Baltimore. Highly recommend this combo box with cheese and curry (only available through delivery apps, but you can still order it for pickup). The fried chicken is easily the star - 10/10. Super crispy, tender inside, sweet chili sauce hits just right. The bulgogi is great to me (I'm biased bc I love Korean food) but is more soggy and not for everyone (6/10). The egg and rice with the cheese/curry combo is solid 7/10. Portions are generous. $23 for the combo box lasts me two full meals (and I eat a lot as a 6' 190lb guy). The chicken-only box could honestly feed 4 people. Fries are above average for a restaurant 8/10 - crisp and not overly fried but nothing mind-blowing and could use a bit more seasoning. Ambience-wise, it's what you'd expect from a Korean pocha spot, which is rare this close to downtown. Most importantly, the food is consistent. I've ordered a lot from here and will keep doing so. Overall: 10/10. If you're into Korean fried chicken or are looking for a nice pocha spot to hangout in Baltimore, this is a must. Just be careful of your surroundings as it seems to not be in the best parts of town.

    This is apparently a dumpling
    Andrew M.

    Have never left a review before. Disappointment awaits. This place provides miserable food. Ordered Bulgogi and Shrimp dumplings. Let me show you what I got. The Bulgogi is an atrocious tray of onions and a bit of beef and the "dumplings" are like tater tots. Worst culinary expedience I've had in Baltimore. Forget this place. Never again.

    $25.99 Sweet & Spicy Fried chicken (boneless)
    Mitasha P.

    I got the boneless sweet and spicy fried chicken ($25.99). It came with fries and a salad. The chicken was very good - crispy and flavorful. They also gave a 4 complimentary side dishes of kimchi, pickled radish, tofu with a chili sauce, and green beans and cabbage. That was nice to eat while we waited for our chicken to arrive. Our server was friendly and the food came out relatively fast. The kitchen is open until midnight so I can see how it is a very popular spot for college students, which seems to be most of their customers. In terms of the ambiance, it was very casual. There is a bar up front with Korean BBQ plates. They also have there own private parking lot, which is a plus!

    Namlhun J.

    The food was a ten out of ten especially since their portions were so big. The teokbeokkie was spicy, sweet, and cheesy. I also had the jampoong which was perfect for the cold night. We did have to wait a bit since the place is smaller and did not have a reservation. Definitely a family style meal place!

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    The food is delicious authentic Korean food and very tasty. Price is affordable. My favorite is the kongbanation it is delicious!

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    Food: 5/5 get the bossam. PLEASE. Everything else was delicious as well (corn cheese, kalbi jjim,…read morecold noodles, brisket). I've been here plenty of times and it never disappoints! Service: 5/5 server was very kind, cooked the meat for us, and was amenable to getting us plates and bowls for sharing food. Ambiance: K-pop music that isn't too loud in the background. Tables are not too close to each other. There are 2 levels of seating, bathrooms only on the lower level.

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