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    Korean Restaurant

    4.7 (121 reviews)
    ModerateKorean, Soup
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Mindy T.

    I visited the previous location in Corona two years ago and am happy to report that the food is just how I remembered! We came for weekend lunch and the service was great. They did get busy once noon hit, so plan accordingly. The food is excellent. They have some of the best banchans. The galbi could've been more tender, but that was because we were trying to clean off the bones. I also tried the kimchi pancake, which I'd recommend, as well as the spicy rice cakes (I'd skip).

    Bulgogi, potstickers and fish cakes
    Mary R.

    Okay but why is a place literally called Korean Restaurant one of the best spots I've had in Riverside lol This place is such a hidden gem. We got the bulgogi, potstickers, and fish cake, and honestly, everything was SO good. The bulgogi came out sizzling, super flavorful, and tender. The potstickers were perfectly cooked, and the fish cake had that slightly sweet, savory flavor that just hits. What really stood out though was all the little side dishes, they just kept coming and every single one was good. You can tell they don't cut corners here. Also... the portions?? You really get a bang for your buck. We left full and happy without feeling like we overspent. If you're in Riverside and want legit, no frills Korean food that delivers, this is the spot. Don't let the simple name fool you. Will be back when I am in town again.

    SoonTubu combination with Bossam was incredible. The side dishes were all amazing as well.
    Sung N.

    Had no idea such an authentic Korean spot existed in Riverside until I randomly searched Yelp while in the area, and I'm glad I did. The menu is extensive, but I went with the spicy soontubu (kimchi & beef) and bossam combo. Both were excellent. The pork belly was tender, the cabbage perfectly steamed, and everything else on the plate came together really well. You can always judge a Korean restaurant by the banchan, and this place delivered. They had over 10 side dishes, and every single one was flavorful and on point. That's when you know the main dishes will be good, and they didn't disappoint. The name being simply "Korean Restaurant" gave me a laugh, but it fits. Simple, authentic, and done right. As someone who's Korean, I can say this place is legit. Even the staff being fully Korean you know adds to that authenticity. Definitely a gem--I'll be back to try more.

    Japchae noodles
    Jason C.

    Service was friendly and quick, very helpful with picking out a great meal, especially with having friends that are unfamiliar with Koran food. Food prepared fresh and very good. Ambiance of the restaurant, combined with the food prep, cutlery, and decorations, gave off a very cosy Korean atmosphere.

    Kimchi Fried Rice with Meat and Galbi
    Kiana L.

    I thought this experience was kind of funny at first. I was craving Korean food one day, so I literally searched "korean restaurant" to see what was nearby, and that's when I found out there's actually a place in Riverside called Korean Restaurant. The name made me laugh, but it also made me curious, so my friend and I decided to check it out. I'm assuming it might be somewhat new because I hadn't noticed it before, but I'm really glad we gave it a try because the food was delicious. The ambiance feels very much like a traditional Korean restaurant. They were playing K-pop songs in the background, and they had the classic metal chopsticks and silverware that you usually see at Korean spots, which made the whole experience feel authentic and cozy. The staff were also really accommodating and sweet. At one point I mentioned that I have a peanut allergy after noticing the warning label on the menu, and they immediately made sure to check that none of the dishes we ordered contained peanuts, which I really appreciated. The prices honestly weren't bad either. The Kimchi Fried Rice was $17.99, and the Galbi was $33.99, which felt pretty reasonable for the portion and quality. The only small issue we had was with the banchan refills. We asked a few times and it was a little hard for them to come back to our table. I think it might have been because we were seated toward the back, so they probably didn't notice us as easily. Still, the food was really good, the staff were kind, and the atmosphere made it a great place to satisfy a Korean food craving.

    Everything we ordered
    Kirari S.

    Prob the closest thing you're going to get to really REALLY good Korean food outside of LA/OC. We went in a Sunday afternoon and waited about 10 min before being seated. The place is small and smelled delicious. The Bulgogi and Galbi were good, although my sister said the bulgogi needed sauce but I liked it just the way it was. They do give you a lot of meat. My sister ordered the wings and she liked those. She's a picky eater so that says a lot. I did have a piece and I liked it. I ordered chapjae and it was good (but reheated at home, it was not). They give you all the typical banchan. The kimchi was good, and I'm picky about that because I live next to an old Korean couple who makes it every year and gives us a huge jar of it. This place is pretty expensive, for everything we paid over $100. We did order enough for 3-4 people, so broken down its average but there was only 2 of us this day. They do have a four item to-go menu for $12 though. The water and tea are free. I would definitely come back for the food. The service was pretty good. They came and took our order right away and we didn't have to wait long to get it.

    Galbi
    Becca L.

    Guys, you don't know how excited I've been waiting for this restaurant to open for months now! I finally got to try this restaurant and am impressed by the decor and food quality. The service was alright, but understandable as it was an extremely busy night, even on a Wednesday. There was a 20 min wait to be seated and only about 3 servers for 20 tables. Overall, I would definitely recommend this spot for some authentic Korean food in the IE. Banchan was unique and had wishes there were refills.

    tofu soup w spicy pork combo
    Lylyan Y.

    The restaurant is very spacious with beautiful decor. We were so excited to try it out after seeing it opened as there are so few korean restaurants in IE and it didn't disappoint. The service was alright, but it was a bit difficult to ask for more side dishes. We often had to go up to them to ask. The tofu soup was flavorful with lots of seafood mixed in. The spicy pork was tender with not too much fat. The side dishes were very standard, but we absolutely loved the marinated baby potatoes. They were super soft with a nice balance between sweet and salty. The mixed rice was absolutely delicious as well and helped make this meal stand out compared to other tofu soup places. Overall, everything was delicious and I'd definitely recommend this place. The only thing we found upsetting was the portion size for the price. It is a bit pricier than most restaurants and the portions are smaller as well.

    Menu as of 1/24/26
    Ye L.

    I heard that this restaurant is run by the people who ran Jin Han in Corona, which was a really solid authentic Korean place. Based on the menu and banchan (side dishes), I think it's true! We got our usual beef tofu pot and galbi (full portions for $20 and $33, not the combo which is half the amount). The portions aren't huge but that's what the banchan are unlimited refill. Was also in the mood for some comfort food so good a Budae Jjigae (army stew) which is a spicy kimchi stew with the protein options soldiers had such as spam, salted pork belly, and sausage, along with a pack of ramen. Our was initially missing the ramen but they quickly remade it when we pointed it out. The place was full the whole time we were there for Saturday dinner but three servers were able to keep up. Our server, Jin, was super nice and attentive. The ambiance is relaxed but elegant. It's nicely decorated with subtle Korean elements. Overall very happy to have authentic Korean food in the neighborhood which is a little low on variety. Hope it can stay! Btw, I asked if they're updating the name but no plans to... at least nobody will be confused about what kind of food they're signing up for!

    Galbi, bulgogi kimbap
    Cinthia A.

    My daughter and I order a few items. It was our first time and saw a video on tik tok. Definitely recommend

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    Bety B.

    this new Korean restaurant is delicious. I had the mild spice tofu soup and the beef bulgogi. The bulgogi was juicy and full of flavor. The tofu soup was delicious as well and probably could have gotten up on the spice level. The service was great and the waitress was attentive. The restaurant is spacious and seating is comfortable. The sides were probably my favorite! lol I loved the kimchi and pickled cucumbers I wanted to ask for some to go! Highly recommend checking this spot out.

    Nancy C.

    Recommended by our son who said we should try this place as we were visiting from out of town. They brought out a cold tea in a bottle with metal glasses. I also requested hot tea. They served barley tea which I love. After a few minutes, the assorted Banchan was brought out. We placed our order of chicken bibimbap, japchae, dol bibimbap with soup combo and beef bulgogi, all with white rice. Wait wasn't too long. Unfortunately, my chicken bibimbap order was delayed for some reason. As it turned out, my husband had that mixed with his combo. Staff apologized due to a miscommunication in the kitchen and proceeded to make my order. Didn't wait too long afterwards, but they forgot to include the fried egg. The restaurant is very nicely decorated and staff is very nice.

    Beef stone pot and a cold noodles combo
    Michael F.

    Good side dishes and attentive staff. The kimchi was lightly aged and flavorful, just the way I've liked it. Wasn't offered hot bone broth to go with the cold noodles like traditional korean restaurants, so kind of bummed. Also no fried fish as part of default side dishes :( While the flavor was good, the kalbi was slightly thicker than I liked for tenderness purposes. Beef stone pot needs the gochujang sauce, don't leave out when they bring you it! Expect $20 per menu item but you should have enough leftovers for a second (smaller) meal.

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    Great soon dubu (Korean tofu soup). Hearty, flavorful, and satisfying! Friendly and attentive service staff. Highly recommended!!!

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    The food ambiance and atmosphere was superb. This is the best Korean food I have had in a while.

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    Great food and atmosphere, service is also great. Best Korean food you can get in Riverside.

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    Food was amazing!! The service was good very fast paced. We loved how clean it felt inside !! I definitely recommend going.

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    Delicious food, beautiful ambiance, and great customer service. Would definitely go again!

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    Thank you so much for opening .....Riverside needs more of this...K19 and K20 were both excellent.

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    It was amazing! Delicious food and amazing service. The lighting and decoration in the restaurant was very pleasing to look at. 10/10.

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    Food, amazing. Service was fantastic. Surely the best Korean food in Riverside. I will be back soon to sample more Korean food.

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    food could be better given its price point. the location convenience is really the only reason i'd return.

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