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    Koreana Rittenhouse Square

    3.7 (124 reviews)
    ModerateKorean
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    KOREANA RITTENHOUSE SQUARE ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Good for kids
    Happy hour specials
    Good for groups

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    Bulgogi Beef Bento Box
    Christine C.

    Good food and fast service. The restaurant was nice and clean and it was in a great area.

    Sweet-and-sour tofu (to-go) lunch bento box
    Sarah A.

    Koreana has wonderful service and a solid menu (plus wide assortment of drinks) that you can eat-in at a mix of high and low top tables), take-out, have delivered, or have catered! Greatly enjoyed the sweet-and-sour tofu lunch bento box, which came with a side of veg, a side of white rice, a side of japchae (sweet potato noodles), two mandu (fried dumplings), and a small bowl of (delicious!) miso soup. Will be back to try more offerings!

    Victor W.

    The food was amazing in taste. They rice was hard at the bottom of the bowl which is preferred for some people. The egg wasn't runny and the mixed vegetables were great. The food came out fast for me but my friends that got chicken items had a slower experience. The place was empty when we went in and there were many places to sit.

    Bulgogi bento box
    Dinesh A.

    Bulgogi bento box - cold noodles, bulgogi, rice, broccoli, and miso soup Cold noodles + sweet sauce was delicious but the sauce was limited Bulgogi and rice was great Broccoli + spicy sauce was okay Overall, average meal that was worth it's cost Service was quick and prompt. Place was clean and spacious

    Bulgogi Beef Bento Box
    Payal P.

    Koreana reminds me of college (RIP UPenn location). While this place doesn't have the same feel, it was cool to see their menu with pictures of the food on the wall. You have to order up at the front but food is brought to you when it is ready. The lunch special is pretty interesting. They have several bento boxes to choose from. We got the beef bulgogi. It is definitely a good size for one person. It came with rice, miso soup, bulgogi (which was delicious), broccoli, and dumplings. The place also has a ton of Korean drinks to try out and some of the popular Korean snacks. While this place isn't as good as the original Koreana, it still adds a smile to my face!

    Andrea S.

    We enjoyed our lunch boxes. Very delicious and nutritionally balanced for a $15 meal. We stayed at the hotel right next to it so it was super convenient.

    Soy garlic wings (6 wings)
    Joey W.

    We stopped by for a snack after walking around. Kimchi fries - the sauces on top were good and the fries were crispy. I was disappointed that there was no kimchi. Soy garlic wings - super crispy and flavorful on the outside but was bland on the inside. Their Korean fried chicken is a little different than other Korean fried chicken I've had. I appreciated how big the wings were.

    Spicy chicken bento
    Solomon R.

    Cute little Korean eatery, perfect for lunch or a quick bite. Affordable and delicious food. The lunch bento can't be beat -- featuring a choice of main dish, plus gyoza, japchae, broccoli, rice and miso soup. We ordered the spicy chicken and the bulgogo bentos, and left very satisfied.

    Spicy shrimp plate and budae chigae takeout
    Kathryn W.

    Ordered the spicy squid rice plate and the budae chigae at the Rittenhouse location after having eaten at the University City location many times. I was craving a spicy soup, and the budae chigae hit the spot. It was a flavorful, spicy stew with an aromatic chicken flavor, and it was filled with veggies, sausage, rice cake, and tofu. It came with noodles on the side which were a very good texture. It was very filling and a good portion, but slightly too salty for my taste. The squid plate was decent, it was sweet and spicy and had zucchini and other vegetables. Overall the food was great for the price and when you're craving Korean food.

    Fresh Watermelon and Fresh Cucumber Mojito's

    we tried the fresh Watermelon Mojito and Fresh Cucumber Mojito and they were so deliciou. When Kim our server said FRESH she meant Fresh!!!!!! So delicious.....

    Beef bulgogi cup bap with squid added and a tuna triangle kimbab before wrapped in the seaweed.
    Andy U.

    I decided to try out this Korean restaurant because it was literally right next door to my hotel. I am so glad that I did. The food was amazing. Not only was it very flavorful, there was a good amount of food in the bowl. That being said, I did order my cup bap with extra meat, so I'm not sure what the difference would have been, but I ordered 2 different meats, and there were a lot of both types. I wanted squid in the cup bap, but they didn't offer it. But, I realized I could add it, so I ordered a bulgogi cup bap and added extra squid to it. Luckily, this mixture was delicious. I also grabbed a triangle kimbab with tuna in it.

    Pao L.

    Nice Korean restaurant. Good selection on the menu. This place is a hidden gem in the city. The food came out fast and delicious.

    Vivian N.

    Good for the fast food of Korean food. But price is pretty good and customer service is great

    Spicy pork, rice, kimbap, dumplings, Kimchee, miso soup and vegetables

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    Ask the Community - Koreana Rittenhouse Square

    Nam Chon

    Nam Chon

    4.9
    (82 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    Tasty food with lots of seating on a Friday evening…read more Spicy boneless chicken was good. Not too salty, not too drenched in sauce, nicely coated. Portion size was surprisingly big in a good way. Bulgogi Bimbibap was good but the bulgogi was a bit too saucy/wet for me. It made the rice by that area wet. Would likely not get this again unless it changes. After ordering, the staff brought some complimentary banchan. The potatoes were my favorite! I would come back for the chicken and to try some other things on the menu.

    This place was great! Brought my husband and kids for dinner when we were stuck in Philly (a story…read morefor a different day). I was surprised how much my picky eater family enjoyed the food here! The service is very laid back, but that's ok, the food made up for everything else. The only negative was the bonchon at the start of the meal. I like when they offer more freshness like pickled radish and what not, this was on the heavier side with fried potatoes and something called "fish cake" that I would not recommend. The beef stir fry was a perfect meal, as far as I am concerned, containing my fave veggies (onions, mushrooms, carrots, cabbage). The flavor was spot on! My husband really enjoyed the bulgogi bibimbap; while I liked it too it wasn't one of my favorites and the rice wasn't crispy when we were served, like it usually is. When you are done you pay at the counter. Really "local" vibes and I highly recommend for the food!

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    Buk Chon Korean Cuisine

    Buk Chon Korean Cuisine

    4.4
    (378 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    Yeah, so I forgot to take any pictures, but I was here twice this week with colleagues when we had…read morean offsite meeting nearby. Everything was delicious, from the apps to the dishes, and definitely very healthy portions! Service was pretty good as well, with attentive staff despite there not being a whole lot of them. The food is Korean-inspired with some fusion elements, and all of it was nicely executed. Fried chicken bites were a pretty big hit, and the pork buns were good as well - crispier than usual, but still really good. Toppoki was nice too, and have to say that calling it rice gnocchi is pretty smart to make it easier to understand outside the Asian POV. Kimchi paella was essentially kimchi fried rice, but tasty and filling, and the scrape off parts at the bottom, that's rice gold right there. I don't always eat rice, but when I do, I prefer slightly burnt at the bottom of a stone pot. Second visit, I went with fire chicken, which is tasty and has some kick. I did notice that my not Asian colleague was asked if he was sure about the three fire symbols, but I was not :P Space is pretty nice inside too, a nice combination of old and new; the bathroom was nice and clean, and the general feel inside is casual but elegant. I wouldn't be opposed to returning, but would need to know much more about allergy protocols and awareness, which admittedly isn't always a strong point in Asian cuisine.

    Went to Buk Chon with some friends before seeing the excellent production of Dear Evan Hansen at…read morethe Arden Theatre. The restaurant is a very short walk and an excellent option for pre-theatre dining. I only had a couple items as this was lunch, and both were excellent: Mango iced tea - 5/5, not too sweet, an excellent choice for a hot summer day Pajeon - 4/5, solid offering, still nothing beats the green onion pajeon I had in Seoul Korea Bibimbap - 5/5, a generous portion of bibimbap ingredients and an option of gochujang or soy garlic sauce to add on top of the fried egg. Delicious! Service was great too, I'd happily come back and try more items from their menu next time I'm in the area.

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    First time and loving the venue and vibe. Waiting for our food
    First time and loving the venue and vibe. Waiting for our food
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    Budae jiggae
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    Mr Pig Korean BBQ

    Mr Pig Korean BBQ

    4.4
    (121 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    Mr Pig is quickly becoming my go-to spot for BBQ in the city. They offer fixed priced options…read morealong with al la carte extras. The meats are of high quality, the side dishes always tasty, and staff super helpful. While I've never came to a BBQ place and didn't leave smelling of meats, the systems and venting they have setup does minimize that side effect of your visits nicely. I highly recommend for groups of 4!

    My friend and I finally decided to try this spot we always pass, and honestly I'm glad we did. What…read morepulled us in was that it's not AYCE. We're never great at eating our money's worth, so the pay-as-you-go setup felt like a better fit. We got the favorite set for two, which ended up being plenty. The biggest highlight right away: they grill everything for you. KBBQ is just better when you can sit back and eat instead of managing the grill yourself. They also use a back grill to keep things moving, so there's barely any pause between rounds of meat. It felt really efficient. Also, the place is surprisingly clean and doesn't have that heavy "you're going to smell like smoke for the next 5 hours" vibe, which I really appreciated. Somehow they keep it all under control even with constant grilling. Service-wise, the staff were attentive and clearly working hard, especially since it seemed a bit understaffed. That said, my friend did feel a little uncomfortable at times. There were a few moments where it felt like we were being watched closely, almost like they were worried about a dine-and-dash situation, and we were asked multiple times if we had paid. I personally read it more as things being slightly disorganized with a small team juggling cooking, serving, and payments, but I can see how it might come across differently depending on how you interpret it. Food-wise, the meat was very good, but the banchan really stood out to me. The cabbage salad with a gingery soy dressing was super refreshing and cut through the richness of the meat perfectly. Free refills on banchan are always a win too. I also liked that the grill came with corn cheese, egg, and sprouts, nice extras you don't always get. The corn cheese wasn't as sweet as I expected, and the egg was a bit on the salty side, but still enjoyable. The tilted grill setup was another plus since it lets the grease drain away, so the meal didn't feel overly heavy like some AYCE spots. Overall, it was a really fun experience. A bit pricey, but worth it for the quality and how easy the whole meal felt. Just something to be aware of with the service dynamic depending on how sensitive you are to that kind of thing.

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    Interior
    Soju and banchan
    Soju and banchan
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    Dae Bak

    Dae Bak

    4.0
    (333 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $$

    Its a good taste. All food is good. Banchan 5item. I will back to try another menu. I wanf try the…read morechicken boneless

    Came here on New Year's Day and they were open, which was awesome. We ordered quite a few things,…read moreand everything was fabulous. We got the bulgogi hotpot, chicken feet, and seafood pancake. The bulgogi hotpot was packed with tender, marinated beef, fresh vegetables, and a rich, savory broth that came together perfectly. The chicken feet were well seasoned and gelatinous, very authentic in texture, and the seafood pancake was crispy on the outside with a soft, savory interior full of fresh seafood. The place feels authentic and they refill your banchan, which is always appreciated. The flavors are slightly less fermented and a bit more geared toward American palates, but still tasty. Since the hotpot is meant for two or more people, it's large and feels like both a meal and a bit of a show. The owner personally helped cut the meat and prepare the hotpot at the table, which was very hands-on and excellent service. It's located on the second floor, so it can be a bit tricky to find, but don't just walk past it. There are multiple TV screens around the restaurant showing both Korean and American channels, which adds a fun vibe. Everything is very reasonably priced, and I can't wait to come back. One note: we think we may have seen someone try to dine and dash. The staff weren't distracted and it didn't affect the service, but it's a reminder to always pay for your food and tip well. The place is clearly privately owned and not a chain, so it's important to respect that. Despite that, service was fantastic, and the food more than makes up for any small hiccups.

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    Odeng Tang
    Odeng Tang
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    Jong Ka Jib

    Jong Ka Jib

    4.4
    (404 reviews)
    7.3 mi
    $$

    Great Korean restaurant. Friendly service, reasonable price, easy parking. I had Bibimbap, which…read moreis the same price as stir fried bulgogi, and I find the latter of better value as the Bibimbap has very little meat. The mung bean appetizer tastes good but not sure exactly what's inside, slightly too greasy. Will definitely come back to try their soup.

    My first time trying this restaurant. For the most part, the food was pretty good, the service was…read moredecent, and the restaurant is nicely decorated. Overall Ratings Atmosphere - 4/5 Service - 3/5 Food - 4/5 Parking - Private Parking Lot Atmosphere - The restaurant gives off a vibe of a place that used to be a go to spot but has since been outpaced by other Korean restaurants in the area. While it is very nicely decorated, when we first walked in it felt a bit quiet and not as lively or vibrant as some of the other Korean spots nearby. Service - The staff is friendly and the service is sufficient. What We Ordered - Mung Bean Pancake - which was pretty good Galbi BBQ Beef Ribs - which were not as good as some competitors in the area, for example the beef ribs from Dubu have much better flavor Seafood Tofu Stew - which was very good Final Thoughts - In terms of food, my favorite dish by far was the tofu stew, which I was told is what they are known for. Everything else ranged from okay to good. I would come back to try other items, but personally I feel there are stronger options in the same area.

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    Tofu
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    So Korean Grill

    So Korean Grill

    4.5
    (128 reviews)
    7.0 mi

    This place was ridiculous. I called to make a reservation and had my name/number written down. We…read morehad a 7:00 PM reservation for 4 on Valentine's Day but were NEVER seated OR acknowledged. I came at 6:55PM. We stood at the "please wait to be seated" sign for over 10-15 minutes without being acknowledged. We tried to be patient since we saw the hostess juggling multiple tasks at once. Multiple couples arrived after us and were seated first. Emphasis on they were in line AFTER us. When a waiter finally showed up, he started seating people that were last/behind us without asking for names for reservations. Who starts from the back??? Even after telling that waiter we had a reservation and were there first, he looked at us like he felt guilty. Very poor organization and guest management. Disappointing from the moment we walked in. I was excited to try the food at this place but will never show up again after what was experienced.

    Came on a Saturday afternoon and it was surprisingly quiet. We went specifically hoping for yukhoe…read morebecause we saw it on a photo outside and yes, they do have it. It just is not on the printed menu. Very cool, but also slightly chaotic. If you speak Korean, there is basically an unlocked menu situation. Same with tteokbokki. Not listed, but available. Love that for the insiders. The only downside is you do not really know all the prices ahead of time, and things ended up being a little higher than expected. It is right next to H Mart though, so prime real estate. The yukhoe came out still a tiny bit frozen in the center, but the seasoning was great. Nicely balanced sesame oil, garlic, a little sweetness. They mix it for you at the table which is a nice touch. We were mid mixing and they tried to take our picture which caught us off guard, but honestly it is a fair trade for how attentive and kind they were. Seafood tofu pot was a bit underwhelming protein wise. One shrimp and maybe two squid rings. Not exactly seafood heavy. That said, the broth itself had good depth and the tofu was silky and comforting. Service was warm and attentive the whole time. The space is super picturesque. Small booths with grills built into the tables, wooden frames, very traditional KBBQ vibes. Cozy and cute without feeling cramped. Overall, good experience. Just a little pricey and I wish everything was clearly listed on the menu. But vibes and service are definitely there.

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    Dolsan Korean BBQ Restaurant

    Dolsan Korean BBQ Restaurant

    4.3
    (144 reviews)
    10.5 mi

    100% better compared to my first experience when Dolsan first opened…read more We had 6 adults and did BBQ. We were told we had to order four servings of meat. We got 4 orders of marinated kalbi. It was delicious. The beef was tender and the flavors were perfect. The server cooked the meat perfectly. It was a lot of food. Really enjoyed the tofu Kimchi-Bokkeum. First time having this stir fry kimchi dish. Super flavorful dish. Perfect to eat with rice. We also had the seafood pancake which was crispy and made perfectly. The Nakji Bokkeum which was octopus with stir fried vegetables was also an impressive dish. The octopus was fresh. Texture was tender and bouncy. This dish was very spicy for me. The decor inside is modern and elegant. I like the exhaust fan for BBQ because you don't smell too much like food afterwards.

    We came here on a weekday for lunch. The interior is beautiful. From the lights to the grills. The…read morebbq prices are quite high for a casual lunch so we switched to the non-bbq side. We ordered the rice bowls. Chicken and pork were great. They were also large. The metal bowls kept the food hot throughout our meal. The food here was very good. BEWARE They no longer have sushi. It still says sushi on the door. The menus still have sushi sections. This needs to be fixed The server didn't tell us this when we were seated. My daughter was very excited to have sushi when looking at the menu. When I ordered, the server told us there was no sushi. That made my girl sad. The server must tell people there is no sushi when they sit people, as opposed to when they order. Also, the server reprimanded us when we decided to change from bbq to the other side which was unnecessary.

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    Dolsan Korean BBQ Restaurant
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    Marinated Short Rib Dolsots
    Dolsan Korean BBQ Restaurant

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