This place has over 1000 reviews so mine is likely to get just as buried as everyone else's but I'll be sure and add some informative photos. Once you navigate your way through the winding paths of the complex here, you'll notice that half the restaurant is given over to tables with grills and the other half are just regular dining tables. You have the option of grilling your own Korean barbecue as long as there are two orders (no solo customer) or just order off the menu. Looking at the menu, you'll be very disappointed in the wine list and they only have a handful of beers and sake, but that is not surprising for a Korean restaurant. However, where they lose some points here are the cheap wooden chopsticks, no cloth napkins and lack of ambience, along with old ceiling tiles, concrete floor and the lame background elevator music. With that said, once the food hits the table, all those shortcomings dissipate. If you want the more immersive experience, you can grill your own, but if I wanted to cook my own dinner, I would've stayed at home. I always order the beef Bulgogi which is the first thing on the menu. You don't get huge portions here, but all the little extras on the table make up for it. Attentive service added to the overall enjoyment of the meal. read more

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Loved this place!! I went for the free lumch/dinner event that have 1st Wednesday of every month and went alone. I've always wanted to try this place and when this popped up on my ig timeline I thought perfect I'm off today and this is a sign From walking up it was so tranquil There was a line (as expected) but it did go quickly I was sat with a group of three and I felt so awkward at first but then love it was part of the experience community !! Although the ppl at the table weren't very inclusive to talking to me they were friendly but I don't let that bother my experience to the restaurant. The service was so kind and welcoming I felt at home ! They have option one app and one main dish I got the beef bulgogi and the fried mandoo Both extremely well served and soo delish!! The banchans were also very good n loved the kimchi!! I'm a water snob and the water here was also excellent lol I did leave a tip for my meal and was thanked with a have a blessed day! That really warmed my heart I definitely will be back on anther day for there regular menu with friends/family or alone But what I can say is this place is served with love and passion read more

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I have not found better bi bim bop in Texas. It's hard to top the same dish ordered in a place with a large Korean population, such as I've found in LA, SF or NYC, of course. But this was still really good. The dol sot (hot clay pot) kept everything nice and hot, cooked the raw egg yolk nicely, and crisped up the rice perfectly. But there were two detractors. One was the delicate spring mix greens they topped the hot dish with. I would ditch that so I can top the dish with banchan. The second was something I'm only now realizing. They didn't offer any gochujang. That's the only flavor component the dish was missing. So next time I'll just say, hold the leafy greens and add a side of gochujang. And I think that'll do it :-) I loved all the banchan. They had all the classics except for the anchovies (and I don't really care for anchovies), so that was perfect for me. The potato was bland (it's bland in other Korean restaurants, too) , but the rest was perfect. They offer cold sake, but were out of my first three selections. They only have five sakes on the menu, each very different from the other, which is nice, so it would be nice to keep them in stock. The atmosphere was nice enough. And I loved the outdoor space and koi pond. But the music in the restaurant detracted from the experience for me, as if they've been running the same lame playlist for the last 40 years. So I just tried to tune it out, and at least it wasn't loud. We'll come back to find the Korean BBQ a try. I do love Korean food and, despite a few minor details, this seems to be the place to get it. Prices were reasonable, You don't expect Korean to be cheap. Bulgogi is ribeye with an Asian pear-based marinade and there are so many side dishes. But as Korean food goes it's reasonable here. We drive here from the Bastrop county (practically Smithville). And I've added this to my list of restaurants to consider next time I'm in Austin. read more

Korea House - Dol sot bibimbop in front. Bulgogi plate in back. - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

Quite a good Korean spot. We got seated right away on a Friday night. This is a place that gives a lot of sides to your order. Lots of seating inside. Drink options seem a bit more limited. The prices are a bit over other places but I would still like to come back to try the kbbq read more

Korea House - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

Went on a Thursday for their lunch specials, and it might be my favorite lunch spot now. Located in what at first seems like an almost abandoned complex from the parking lot, find the middle opening and walk to the center of the complex where a pond and the actual front door of the restaurant rests. The rainy setting with warm hanging lights and large windows really set a magical mood. The food was amazing as well and the lunch sets are such a good deal. Did enjoy the soups, sujebi and sundubu (not pictured) more than the pork bulgogi, but the soups and side dishes were very good. The side dishes for the soups versus the bulgogi were slightly different in a way that paired the sides with the main well. The intentionality shows the care they put into the food and crafting the meal. The servers were also very nice the entire time. read more

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The BBQ is not all you can eat and there is a minimum 2-order spend if you want to do the Korean BBQ. We elected not to do BBQ because of this and sat at a regular table and got 2 shareables and 2 entrees. Price before tip was $57.39, not too high for the amount of food we ordered. The shareables were good portions (like a small entree size). The food was tasty and I loved getting the banchans with our meal. The only other off note was the smelly bus cart the server brought out to clean the table next to us. The garbage cans on the cart were stinky and gross and not at all great to smell while we're eating our fresh food. read more

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First off I'm very thankful of the owner of this restaurant establishment. She's such a loving soul. I went to her restaurant during regular hours on a normal day once before finding out every first Wednesday of every month she offers a free meal to everyone in the Austin community that is in the know of her restaurant. The side and all the entreés I have tried are amazing prepared and cooked with so much love. I have had both the chicken + beef bulgolgi, honey chicken curry, & Bibimpap. I have to say the bulgolgi and bibimpap are my current faves! I highly recommend everyone going in her establishment on a first Wednesday free meal for the community of Austin + friends & family that may go with you to show love to the owner and other workers there in being super nice and thankful for their service and gratitude and love for preparing free meals to all with ice cold water or teas. Otherwise the restaurant feels like home almost like your not in Austin no more and there is a Japanese garden out front of her restaurant with lotus flowers and Lilly pads. read more

Korea House - Limited menu - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Korea House gives out free food every first Wednesday of the month to give back to the community. I've been here 3-4 times for over 2 years now and the line just keeps getting longer and longer! I have tried a lot of dish on the free menu: Kimchi Mandu, Spicy Rice Cake, Kimchi Udon, Kimchi Jjigae, Bibimbap, and Ribeye Steak. The spicy rice cake is a must-get appetizer everytime I come here. It is always good but today they made it extra spicy and it was hot, which made it even better. All the entrees are okay though, given that it was free so it wasn't the best looking dish or piping hot. Also it is free so they don't give you a lot of meat. A bowl of soup would get like 2 pieces of meat or the bulgogi dish would get very little beef, etc. I have never gone here on a regular day and pay regular prices, so I can't say much about the quality difference when it comes to actual dine in. The prices are pretty expensive for the small portion sizes if you look at the actual menu, so take that into account! Note: during the free days, you can't order anything outside of the free limited menu where you choose 1 out of 2 appetizers, and 1 entree out of the entree list. And I believe the menu changes here and there, so check their social media for the correct menu :) read more

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The exterior of Korea House is really serene with a peaceful pond, a little bridge, and calming zen music that set a nice tone before we even walked in. Inside, the space is roomy and comfortable, and the service was very warm and friendly. We sat in the non-BBQ section. We ordered the pork bibimbap, japchae, and kimchi pancake. The banchan that came with our food was plentiful and had a lot of variety. The rice in the bibimbap was mushy and lacked flavor. The kimchi pancake was bland, and the japchae noodles were a bit too chewy. Even though my friend was so excited for me to try this place, it didn't live up to my expectations. read more

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The restaurant was very clean and relaxing with soft relaxing music. We ordered the kimchi mandu,seafood pancake and the mine gimbap for appetizers. We also ordered the porkbelly dish, spicy seafood dish, boolgogi and ttdeouk mandu soup. The mandu was excellent! The seafood pancake had lots of seafood but I feel the flavor could have been better. The gimbap was good. The porkbelly dish was ok. The Mandu soup was good. Also had plenty of meat in it and egg. We thought the boolgogi was a little too sweet. I would probably not come back I think overall the food was ok and the service was good. The only other complaint I have is we had a baby with us and they had no changing table in the bathroom and it was extremely difficult to change the baby. read more

Another good find if you are having a korean food cravings. It's a nice restaurant behind a un assuming strip area. The restaurant offers a good variety of korean dishes, the price is descent, the side dishes is good , the staff are friendly and service is quick. read more

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I liked that they had KBBQ and off the menu items so everyone could order what they like. I was happy to see that they gave a lot of side dishes with the KBBQ and all of them were really tasty. You can even ask for some complementary lettuce, garlic, and jalapeño peppers to go with your KBBQ. The food came pretty quickly and our server was very attentive and kind. We walked in without a reservation (there were 7 of us) and they accommodated us right away. The restaurant had a table big enough for all of us which was really nice since we were a big group. I would definitely recommend! read more

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I was quite excited to try another Korean restaurant in Austin, which unfortunately suffers from a dearth of quality Korean food establishments. I'm looking for wholesome, comfortable, whether grill-your-own or not, quality banchan, and popping flavors that make you happy inside. You know, the kind of place you might find in the midst of metropolitan areas with a high concentration of Korean eateries. As for Austin, the Korea House is located in the strip mall area adjacent to the Alamo Drafthouse. Entering, they asked if we wanted BBQ. "Sure!" why not? and they then proceeded to tell us all the grills were occupied, but! We could sit at a normal table instead. Fine with us--I had thought there might be a difference in the menus or something. There isn't. As we settled in, a Galbi Ssam Set, a Bulgolgi Kimchi Bibimbap, and a Seafood Scallion Pancake sure sounded enticing. We cut our own with scissors? I mean, that's fine with me. But the galbi was ridiculously fatty, the seafood scallion pancake had a slight unpleasant off-taste, and the bulgolgi kimchi bibimbap had overly hydrated rice (your water rice ratio is off!) resulting a mushy rice that had a difficult time crisping up on the bottom. But at least they provided nice lettuce leaves. I can see the appeal of this place. It's sort of nestled in a courtyard, and you have to walk over to the front entrance from the parking lot. There is potential to grill your own. There's the group social element. But I think the food quality is not there, based on how the basics have been prepared. read more

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Great evening and first time visit to Korea House. Arrived at 7pm on a Friday and the place was about half full, and thank goodness because we were hungry. The hosts greeted us promptly and offered the BBQ (cook it yourself) or non BBQ options. We opted to let the chefs do what they do best. We were then seated and attended to by our waiter fairly immediately. It was nice to feel seen, and we quickly decided on our two dishes (though the menu had lots that I wanted to try). Both bulgogi dishes were great! The meat was tender (if a little fatty), the banchan selection was huge and delicious, and although it took some time to crisp up, my rice was a chewy and savory treat. I wish my bowl had a few more veggies on top (and I could have done without the lettuce), but I was able to use the banchan as a supplement. The gochujang sauce was fantastic if a tad sweet. The place itself was warm and inviting, with beautiful wood tables and soft lighting. The outside featured a dope pond walk and cafe lights, which gave a perfect option to linger. All accounted for, we were very happy and will be back!! read more

Korea House - Banchan - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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This one has been on my list of places to try and I do not regret it! Korea House is casually slept on. The service here was fantastic, from the moment we walked in we were greeted and seated very quickly. The place itself is very spacious and clean all around. The food was the best part! The mandu, kimchi fried rice, the kimchi Jjigae, and all the sides were so delicious! I'm sure you can't go wrong with any thing on the menu but those would definitely be my recommendations! read more

Korea House - Mandu - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

Had a delicious, comforting, and satisfying lunch here! We stopped by on a whim and were seated right away. The restaurant has a relaxed, welcoming vibe and was pleasantly busy for lunchtime without feeling crowded. I ordered the chicken bulgogi lunch special, which came with soup, salad, and a generous spread of banchan. The bulgogi arrived sizzling hot on a cast iron plate--fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The side of rice made it a hearty, well-balanced meal. Service was excellent--everyone was incredibly kind and attentive without being overbearing. I'll definitely be back soon. A great spot for a cozy and delicious Korean lunch! read more

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I was unfamiliar with the Korea House menu, so I chose the Kimchee Jjigae listed under Korean Stews. I liked everything in the description: kimchi, tofu, and pork. Because it was under the Korean Stew category, I expected a thicker dish. Instead, it was more like a kimchi broth/soup. It's not the restaurant's fault; I just didn't know what the dish would entail. When the server brought it to the table, it was steaming, looking very appealing. The "stew" was tasty and a bit spicy, which I like. It was a bit too hot at first, so I added the side of rice to cool it off and thicken it. Next time I will choose a cold item, like the Japchae that my friend ordered: stir-fried clear noodles with beef & assorted vegetables. The best part of the restaurant offerings is the "banchan," or a variety of simple and refreshing vegetable dishes to flavorful meat and seafood options. I especially enjoyed the cucumbers, sprouts, fish cakes, and daikon radishes. Yummy! The service could have been a bit swifter; it took a while to get water to the table. Once it came, it was nicely and refreshingly served in a metal carafe with metal glasses. The restaurant itself is tastefully decorated in a minimal Oriental style. Though located in a nondescript mall, outside of the restaurant is a lovely oriental garden. read more

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Was in the mood for some Korean cuisine so decided to come to Korea House. The restaurant is somewhat secluded in a shopping center on Anderson Lane. Had to walk around the complex a bit to find it even though I have been here before. Walked in and there was not a wait. Was given the option for Korean BBQ or regular seating. Was seated at a regular table in the corner. The service was friendly but was a bit slow. It took over 10 minutes before we were an acknowledged and water was brought to the table. This was consistent throughout the dining experience. Ordered the dol sot bibimbap which is rice and meat and other toppings served in a stone pot. I was a bit disappointed because normally the pot is served very hot which results in a nice crispy texture to the rice at the bottom, but the pot was not hot at all. My favorite part of the meal was all the banchan that was served. Very generous with 10 bowls of different banchan to try. It was refillable so was able to eat more when we ran out. Favorite banchan included the fish cakes, kimchi and cucumber salad. Overall an enjoyable experience. Wish my pot had been served piping hot like the experience I have had in the past eating this dish. Also service could be improved if more attentive and responsive. Had to flag the person down several times because of lack of check-in and follow up. read more

Korea House - Banchan - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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As a Korean American, this is as authentic as it gets. My wife's favorite because of all the banchan (side dishes). In fact, my favorite is the bulgogi Soup (jigae) but it's not on the menu, but simply ask the staff and they will fix it for you. A majority of the other Korean restaurants will only give you a couple of banchan, but as you can see from the pics, they load you up. Tip: do not go for the KBBQ. There are far better places to get KBBQ than here, but for the traditional dishes, this is by far the best place in all of Austin. Staff is fantastic, and the owner, once a month, gives away free food to all who enter this place. So be sure to patronize so she can continue doing her good work! read more

Korea House - Bulgogi Soup (jigae) and Sides (banchan) - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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This place is so lovely. My coworker introduced me to this restaurant as it is her favorite and I can see why. The service was great!, the food is tasty, the ambiance is cozy and welcoming. We had the lunch special, which was the right move as the portions were perfect. The seasoning is splendid. I had the chicken bulgogi with the seasoned thighs. That was awesome. You can't go wrong with any item in the menu. The location is perfect for a walk after enjoying a delicious meal. Will be back! read more

Korea House - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

Long line outside on the first wday of the September 3 , free food event , hot sticky outside, standing in line was hard being pregnant. Needed to sit down, sweaty hot , . Nice outside music and water area flowers inside , not vegan friendly I asked as I am sitting inside today and can't take anything out and no straw's no to go container available for you , so bring your own vegetarians and meat eaters. Sadly I would not recommend this place for the vegans . But nice staff. Was not worth standing in line for hr. My friend got food and I didn't. So I would not go back unless they can make it vegan . read more

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Food was amazing!! Huge quantity plus the ban Chan. The service was okay but the food made up for it. Great for lunch with the lunch specials. Great courtyard outside. They also have a bbq option which we didn't try. read more

I recently visited Korea House with two friends to celebrate a birthday, and we had an unforgettable time! Cooking our own meat on the stove at the center of the table was a fun and interactive experience. We ordered the bulgogi, brisket, and pork belly. The bulgogi was hands-down the best with its rich flavor and that wonderful marinade. The brisket was good and the pork belly was a bit too chewy, which is to be expected given its fatty nature. The variety of flavors was truly remarkable. How can you go wrong with those dozen little silver bowls filled with kimchi, kimchi cucumbers, sweet potato jawns, and other such deliciousness? We also ordered a side of mussels, which were perfectly cooked and came in a delectable sauce. To complement the meal, we split two bottles of sake--the junmai and the nigori kind--both of which were excellent choices. The service at Korea House was fantastic. Our server was attentive and regularly changed out the metal cooking surface to prevent smoking. Although it had been a while since I last visited, I'm thrilled to have revisited this spot and look forward to going again in the future. read more

Korea House - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

When I first got to this place I got a little lost because I did not know it is in the middle of all the shops and not touching a parking lot. It was cold and wet outside yesterday and the inside of the restaurant was nice and toasty. I ordered the rice cakes as an appetizer for my cousin and I which came out steaming. For the entree I ordered bulgogi and kimchi bibimbap which was sizzling when they brought it to my table. They also leave a bottle of gochujang so that you can add it to your bibimbap as you please. The bottom of the rice was extra crispy which I enjoyed a lot. I would say it's more on the crispy side compared to other hot stone bibimbaps I've had but it's good. They also bring out banchan which I forgot to take a picture with but it is sooo much banchan. I feel bad for being a picky eater as I wished those extra banchan did not go to waste. Overall the service and ambiance of this place is nice and chill. Will definitely need to come back to try their Korean bbq. read more

Korea House - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

A hidden Korean spot that serves classic Korean dishes and flavors for an affordable price. I ordered the spicy pork bulgogi and was impressed by the portions for a lunch menu item. There was plenty of banchan and a good amount of pork for the meal. An excellent spot for lunch! Make sure you walk into the office area, it's located in a strange area that definitely had me lost on the way in. read more

Korea House - Pork Bulgogi Doshirak - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

The food was incredible, the staff was very friendly and quick, and our server? He was phenomenal! The restaurant was beautiful and I loved the overall vibe of it! This was an absolute 10/10 for me, and I will definitely return! read more

This wonderful restaurant is truly a blessing. I have eaten here on the first Wednesday of the month for several months the wait staff is beyond kind and understanding they are disabled friendly and go out of their way to make a pleasant visit for all who show up. The food is like a warm home cooked meal for the soul. The ambience is truly wonderful. read more

I used to go there every Thursday for sushi back in 2010-2013. Sadly they dont have sushi anymore. But they are warm and welcoming. The value for what you pay for is amazing. So many dishes are like comfort food. Plus the free meals on the first Wednesday of every month, literally out of the goodness of their hearts. It's right in front of a beautiful, peaceful Koi pond. I never thought I'd like Korean food until I ate there for the first time. read more

Absolutely delicious food! We were able to be seated immediately on a weeknight and were impressed by how much variety they had to offer in terms of food. The spicy pork bulgogi was incredible! Not super spicy, just a little sweet heat at the end. It's perfect for sharing with someone or just yourself if you're really hungry or want leftovers. Can't wait to go back already! read more

Every first Wednesday of the month they serve free food and we got to experience that giving back. We were seated very quickly and the food came out really quick. I was surprise to see how good the food was even though the restaurant was short on staff. The environment was really nice. I would definitely come back again read more

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Pretty confused about the low ratings... this place was actually quite good! The spicy pork leaned more on the sweeter side, which I enjoyed. It wasn't as saucy as the other places I've tried but I didn't mind that. I decided to change things up and ordered something I've never tried before which was the tofu with house spicy sauce and ribeye pieces. The flavor was of the sauce was great! Would've been better if there was more meat in there to enhance the flavor though. My favorite was definitely the potato pancake with added cheese. It was dangerously addicting. This place was very generous with their side dishes/banchan. Location was a bit difficult to find but once you're there, you will see a lovely pond in front of the restaurant. Almost like a mini Japanese garden. So cute! read more

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Korea House is a solid go-to choice for Korean food. It's all good and is a regular on our eating out rotation. We typically go for lunch and the service is quick and efficient. Note: lunch specials are only served Monday -Thursday. We went on a Friday and had to order off the regular menu. read more

Korea House - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Lots of side dishes and refills for the asking. Tasty main dishes which are healthy( bone broth). Christian minded owners who practice their beliefs. read more

Classic traditional spot that focuses, but properly, on the food. No frills, the decor is basic but the meat bbq set-up is why you're there. If you want T attitude, go elsewhere! read more

The food is always good on the first wednesday of the month (it's free!). You get one starter for your table and then everyone gets a main dish. We got the pork bulgogi, beef bulgogi, ribeye radish soup, and the kimchi mandu. The portions are large that we have to take left overs home. It gets busy because a lot of students like going here on the free day so sometimes you have to line up especially at peak hours. Service is always super nice and they come out with the food fast after you order. The place is super cozy and it makes you feel like you're getting a home cooked meal. I recommend to anyone who is home sick and wants a nice warm meal. I will be going to get kbbq here soon because I love my experience every time! read more

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My girlfriend and I go for the free meal every first Wednesday of the month. Usually dinner is more crowded than lunch so if you have time and want to avoid the long lines, go for lunch. The menu is limited for the free meals but staff is always super friendly and helpful, with smiles on their faces even when it's the busiest. As for the food, it's solid. I get the beef bulgogi most often and it always hits. It's not fancy but it's hearty and a good size portion. And comes with rice. Plus you also get to order an appetizer, either the mandoo (dumplings) or the spicy rice cakes. We keep meaning to come back for a regular meal outside of the free times to try more of their menu and should definitely do that this year. read more

I've been to Korea House many times over the years. It's consistently good. I met a new friend for lunch here last Friday. We both got hot stone bowl bibimbop meals. For some reason they don't offer their lunch specials on Friday which seemed odd to us. It's always easy to get a table here during lunch, and they have renovated it over the years so it's got an open feel despite being in a small strip mall type of area. I'm not sure if it's family owned but there have been some servers who have been there forever so it's nice to see familiar faces. read more

Korea House - Bibimbap tofu - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

So we ended up in this restaurant on a whim. My daughter had a birthday & we took her to the place next door of it. We got done around 8 & we were soooo hungry. Sooo maybe a little too hungry. I don't know why my family makes me (the fat one) order because I ordered soooo much lol. I will say I didn't know it would be such big portions! I ordered: The spicy rice cake soup (we didn't even touch it because we ate so much BUT my family had it the next day & loved it. 20 fried chicken wings, first 10 had a cheese on it and the other 10 had a sweet sauce. Than I ordered another 10 of the spicy wings. I munched on these for 2 days lol So I ordered 2 of the Pork Belly. I didn't know they give you so much. I thought one order was already two orders & when the other order of Pork Belly came out. We were stuffed! The next day we made pork belly breakfast tacos yummm ! I made them with the short ribs vegetables (onion & bell peppers), corn tortillas and the pork belly & eggs. I also ordered the short ribs, which was kind of the only disappointment. They were VERY tough & chewy but flavor was good. The people were absolutely sweethearts. They were shocked at how many dishes we ordered for a family of 5. We had a crazy amount of leftovers but, I will say for the price, AND the amount of food we ate for the next 2 days, this place is worth it ! read more

Korea House - Our left over pork belly for breakfast tacos the next day ! - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas

This was one of the best times I have ever had! The food was amazing! They were so nice. I can't believe how good it was. Definitely coming back! I loved the variety of Kimchi, it was amazing ,I loved the spice! This is not a cajun restaurant. RYAN TRAHAN COME HERE NOW DO A VIDEO ON IT!!!!!!! read more

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Authentic and delicious food with great service! The inside is quiet, calm, and clean. Waiters and staff are welcoming too. Ordered the bulgogi bowl, which had a fried egg on top. The veggies were extremely fresh, and the meat was seasoned well. The seafood pancake was delicious, and perfect to share as an appetizer for the table! Very crispy and chewy at the same time, and lots of pieces of seafood embedded in the pancake! This place is located in a small shopping center with an Asian grocery store, dessert shops, and other Asian restaurants! Parking is free and easy! read more

Korea House - Bulgogi, pancake - Korean Near Me - Austin, Texas