Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Matzip

    4.3 (201 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

    Matzip Reservations

    Order Matzip Takeout or Delivery

    Matzip Photos

    MATZIP ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Trendy
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - Matzip

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Kathy L.

    I was quite excited to check this place out as the reviews were very positive and the IG posts made it even more exciting. I really wanted check this place out, especially for their fried chicken. I must have gone on an "off day" their chicken was unremarkable to me---I have been to other places in the EB and thought the chicken was much better. One particular menu item to note was the jajangmyeon--I thought was extremely disappointing...there was no flavor. I cannot recommend this dish it at all--needless to say, I've had better. While place was clean, the service was slow, despite only a few tables being occupied. For a place with the name of "Matzip" (맛집 in Korean), as delicious house, it was far from it on my visit and would have to give serious reconsideration to return.

    Fried chicken soy garlic
    Melody T.

    Tried it because of the Instagram posts! I fall for those all the time... but hey the workers were nice and helpful with accommodations and food was good so nothing to complain. I don't live in the area so I probably wouldn't go out of my way to go back. Food: - soy garlic fried chicken: 5/5 they tell you it's hot and it's actually really hot LOL it stays hot too - jjam ppong: 4/5 a little too much onions for me - rose tteobokki: 4/5 heavy but yummy we had to ask for the bacon to not b included for my friend

    Menu
    Kristine F.

    I recently discovered Matzip and knew I'd have to check it out. Korean pub eats in little ole Union City? Count me in! They accept online reservations now on Yelp. I didn't find out until the day I'd planned to eat there, on a Friday no less. Wait for 2 on a Friday wasn't so bad. Maybe 20 minutes? The place is on the smaller side but can easily accommodate maybe 50+ customers. They have booths and tables available. Spacious. Order your soju and get those shot glasses clinking or just water like us haha. They'll refill the bottle as needed. The plastic water cups are ~16oz. They also serve complimentary banchan side dishes. Eats: *Corn Cheese *Beef Kimbap *Soy Garlic Wings small size *Seafood Stonepot Bibimbap Their corn cheese is sweet and topped with real bacon bits. Cheesy! I loved the beef kimbap! Haven't had it in a while and this hit the spot. Soy garlic wings were sweeter and larger than I expected, like it had lots of honey. Crispy-licious and flavorful. I want to try more wing flavors from here. Extra $2 for the Stonepot but it's worth it! We got the seafood bibimbap which had chopped shrimp and squid pieces. Meaty sliced shiitake mushrooms were so good plus all the veggies. Crispy rice bottom was excellent. It was on the drier side rather than watery from the veggies so add some gochujang sauce. I'm shocked the Stonepot was still hot even after thirty minutes. I guess that's stoneware for ya =) Parking is actually plentiful since the other businesses are closed by dinner time except Domino's next door. Wait staff is chill and they'll come by asking if you need anything at all. Great to have this hang out spot good for family meals, friend meet ups, or even dates. A couple that dined in was celebrating their 21st anniversary so that was cool. Check it out!

    Julie T.

    IG brought us here! We came to celebrate our friend's birthday who wanted Korean food and this did not disappoint. There's plenty of parking and the restaurant is spacious and clean. Here is what we ordered for our party of 5: Kimbap classic $10.95 (5/5) This was a solid choice for an appetizer and had a great filling of meat and veggies K-Retro Pork Cutlet $19.95 (4/5) This was huge and the pork cutlets were thick and juicy, comes with white rice, corn, salad and a dipping sauce Cream Udon $19.95 (5/5) This was unbelievably creamy and slurpable. The noodles were mixed with beef which is slightly sweet (add $5) onion, bacon sliced, and egg. This was my fav there Tteok Bok EE $17.95 (4/5) We got the original and it was spicy like really spicy. On the menu you see the 2-spice icon next to it. But it was a good. I could only eat a little bit at a time. It comes with ramen, fish cakes, and rice cakes Korean Fried Chicken (KFC) $29.95 (5/5) And duh we had to try KFC at a Korean spot. We got a 1/2 Soy Garlic and 1/2 Honey & Cheese. I really enjoyed the Honey and Cheese. The inside is slightly sweet, and the outside had a crispy crust of powdery cheese. We also got some small plates of complimentary banchan. This all went well with some soju and beer! They also gave us a free cheesecake slice for the birthday girl! We might have ordered too much because the servings are HUGE so we had a lot to go. But because we wanted to try everything this was necessary! Service was great and we will definitely come back for try the other dishes!

    Korean Fried Chicken -- Honey Cheese + Soy Garlic   Japchae
    Melissa H.

    I was pleasantly surprised with this place!! Literally every bite was SO flavorful and yummy. The chicken was hot and crispy. I truly recommend the Honey & Cheese (SOOO GOOD) and the classic Soy Garlic as well. The Japchae was one of the best cooked Japchaes I've had with well-chopped veggies. also cannot forget the corn cheese which was fire. went here on a Monday and it was busy but no wait to sit down, though I think we waited 30-45 mins for our food. The waiter was super apologetic though saying that theyve been really busy bc theyre going viral -- rightfully so!!! Would definitely come back.

    Japchae appetizer
    Karen W.

    Wanted to try some Korean food in the area and found this place in a small strip mall next to Domino's Pizza. Inside the restaurant was welcoming and server was attentive, asking how the food was. They have comfortable booths all around as well as tables. We ordered to share, japchae appetizer which was tasty and a humongous portion, bibimbap with chicken, and KFC with soy and garlic. Portions were perfect for sharing and very tasty! We of course also had banchan. Ice water came in a container to share and I asked my sister if she wanted hot tea but she said it didn't matter but our server was very attentive and brought us hot tea anyway. Will come back to try other items on the menu!

    Menu
    Nikkomae S.

    I've been wanting to try this place out since my Korean chicken spot in Hayward closed down. I took my goddaughter here for dinner, and I'm glad we arrived right when it opened, because they got busy quickly after 45 minutes. They have a decent amount of seating, but it fills up pretty quickly. We ordered the Rose Tteokbokki, with half original chicken and half soy-garlic. Honestly amazing food. Great place to have some Korean chicken.

    Jessica S.

    Loved the food and service here! There's a good variety of good! This was my first time having a creamy carbonara udon and loved it! Would definitely come again!

    Cream Udon ($19.95): too sweet. did not like it.
    Vans C.

    Decent place for Korean street foods. Staff was attentive and helpful when we needed it. For 5+ people, they will add 20% service charge to the bill. Cream Udon ($19.95): Saw this on ig and came here to try this dish. I would not order it again because it's way too sweet for my taste. Likely due to all the onions. Budae Jjigae ($50.95): Always want to get the army stew because it looks good but then always regret it because it's so easy to make for a fraction of the cost. Mini Crispy Pancakes (complimentary): My favorite item to be honest... K-Retro Pork Cutlet ($19.95): A bit dry because they ran out of the sauce. Our fault for ordering it anyways. Kimchi Fried Rice ($14.95): Pretty good, your standard kimchi fried rice. Soy & Garlic KFC ($32.95 for Large): Not bad. Not enough meat on the bones I think.

    Shellaine G.

    I heard this spot had Korean fried chicken that could rival San Tung, and after one visit, I have to agree. We ordered both the Hot & Spicy Fried Chicken and the Soy Garlic Fried Chicken. The chicken was everything you want it to be--juicy, crispy, flavorful, and incredibly meaty. The crust stayed crunchy under the sauce, and every bite was packed with flavor. Between the two, I slightly preferred the hot & spicy for its sweet heat, but honestly, you can't go wrong with either. The Assorted Pancake was another standout. It came with a house special dipping sauce that elevated every bite. Crispy around the edges, soft in the center, and loaded with flavor, it was one of those dishes that disappeared much faster than expected. For the Kimchi Fried Rice, I appreciated that it was actually fried rice with kimchi rather than the other way around. So many places overload the kimchi and skimp on the rice, but this version had the perfect balance. The rice was well-fried, flavorful, and topped with a runny egg, seaweed, and green onions that brought everything together. We also ordered the Original Tteokbokki, which came loaded with rice cakes, ramen noodles, fish cake, onions, and a boiled egg. I'm usually not a huge tteokbokki fan because some versions lean too heavily into a sweet, tomato-like flavor, but this one was exceptionally well-balanced. The sauce had just the right amount of spice and sweetness without overpowering the dish, making it one of the better versions I've had. The banchan was fresh and a nice complement to the meal. The restaurant itself is tucked into a small plaza in Union City and has a clean, modern aesthetic that feels inviting and comfortable. It's a great spot for a casual lunch, dinner with friends, or satisfying a Korean fried chicken craving. Service was excellent throughout our visit--friendly, attentive, and quick without feeling rushed. If you're debating whether the fried chicken here lives up to the hype, it absolutely does. Between the outstanding Korean fried chicken, delicious assorted pancakes, flavorful kimchi fried rice, and surprisingly excellent tteokbokki, this place has easily earned a spot on my list of go-to Korean restaurants in the area. I'll definitely be back. Must-orders: Hot & Spicy Fried Chicken, Soy Garlic Fried Chicken, Assorted Pancake, Original Tteokbokki

    Some of my favorite Korean food!
    Monica C.

    3.5 Yelp Stars ** Came here to try the "carbonara udon" that someone posted on their IG reel with a 10/10 rating (knew it was too good to be true!). Since this was one of my toddler's favorite food, we decided to come try this place out. When we arrived, there was plenty of parking in the lot. The host that seated us only brought us to the table and took our order. After that, she was nowhere to be seen. We came for a late afternoon meal around 4:30pm on a Saturday. Only one customer besides us was seated, but the service was so slow. We felt bad since they only had one waiter refilling the banchans and serving the food. After waiting a while for our food, we asked for more radish since my youngest toddler loved it and both toddlers were hungry! We ordered the so-called carbonara udon, which was actually cream udon, rose tteokbokki, and fried chicken (soy garlic and original). Honestly, the food was alright! It did not stick out in my opinion. One of my favorite Korean fried chicken spot was bb.q chicken which had flavorful, juicy meat with a crispy but not oily crust. The chicken here was juicy but not memorable. The original was bland so we ended up wasting the order. The soy garlic was their popular item but it was lacking the garlic and soy taste. Very sweet too! The creamed udon was creamy but was missing the savory kick. My husband and I both agreed that the best rose tteokbokki we had was in Oakland, but theirs was ok too. Prices were similar to everywhere else in the Bay Area ranging close to $20 each. I was quite surprised since it was located in Union City next to Hayward. Thought food prices would be cheaper here than in cities near San Francisco. The place was quiet with some Korean music playing in the background. Overall, this was a decent Korean restaurant in the area, but it could not compare to our favorite Korean restaurants in SF/Oakland or even LA.

    Soy garlic KFC
    Wing L.

    We've come here twice now and they have pretty good food. Service is pretty slow, basically one person running the front of the house and then you have a few people cooking but they said they're working on hiring. Not a problem then cuz despite the slowness, the one person running the show was still pretty attentive. They've become pretty popular now so there is always a wait for the restaurant so come early if you can. Soy garlic KFC - delicious lol well fried and very crispy without the chicken losing any of the juiciness. The flavor was great too. You can't go wrong with a classic Jajangmyeon - not my favorite dish. I prob will not order this again. There wasn't much toppings in here except for onion. Literally 3 small chunks of meat ...the rest is onion and noodle. We left most of the onion behind bc they were kinda raw-ish. Rose tteokbokki - yum. Rice cakes perfectly cooked and a good amount of ramen noodles. It's very creamy and good. Overall I would come back again. Food is good if you are down to wait.

    Khrystel G.

    Great time to go on a Monday evening, very limited wait time. We had the pancakes as an appetizer and they were delicious, would reorder them again! Everything else was good too. My friends and I were surprised to taste a bit of cinnamon on the soy garlic chicken but I still really liked the crunch and flavor. There was only one server working on the floor so we had to wait extra time to get what we need. Would still come back!

    Complimentary sides

    See all

    2 months ago

    10/10! Chicken wings are huge and so good! Ramen also fire!! Clean place and friendly staff. Definitely recommend.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    13 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    20 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    1 month ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 2
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Anna R.
    473
    965
    1099

    8 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    4 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 1
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    24 hours ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    22 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    3 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Kat J.
    270
    988
    1599

    3 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 6

    Matzip Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - Matzip

    This location was Fish Day , then changed to K Kitchen and now Matzip. Is it the same owner for all three restaurants/names? Are they serving the same food and just changing the name of the restaurant to make it seem as those it's a new restaurant?

    We're proud to introduce a brand-new restaurant under new ownership and a new name, led by Inchang, SangWook and Winnston. Our focus is on serving authentic Korean cuisine made with care, passion, and the highest quality ingredients -- ensuring… 

    View All 2 Questions

    You might also consider

    Kong Sarang Tofu & BBQ

    Kong Sarang Tofu & BBQ

    4.5(269 reviews)
    3.0 mi
    $$

    We were craving for Korean bbq and we found this place via Yelp. I am so glad we came here because…read moreeverything was delicious. I really wanted bossam that's what really got me to go here. My husband and kids wanted bulgogi. We were all just happy with the food. Although it was a little pricey, the food quality is also really hoof. Galbi was delicious and tender. Bulgogi is a must here. The Bossam-- i can't get enough of it!! I love it!! Had some left over and ate it the next day. The selection for their Banchan is great and delicious Of course! Nothing is complete without soju. The service is amazing. They were so attentive and always asking if we need refill on our banchan or more soju. Lol. Plenty of tables. We didn't have to wait. We came here during lunch time.

    This is my go-to Korean spot in the area. Food is a little on the pricey side, but this place has…read moregreat quality and food is delicious. The restaurant is casual but busy during peak times, and the ban chan before the meal is a lovely and diverse selection of delicious Korea appetizers. I'd recommend coming with a big group so you're able to try a lot of things! Corn cheese (5/5) - one of the best corn cheeses I've ever had - idk what they put in it but it's crack.  Ttetobokki (3/5) - wasn't too big of a fan of this one, a lot of fish cakes and the sauce was more like a soup Seafood pancake (5/5) - this one is a must try for me and a non-negotiable whenever I come. There is a LOT of seafood in this pancake and it's delicious with the sauce. Galbi (5/5) - pricey, but the dinner portion is a good size and sharable for 2. The meat is tender and tasty and cooked with the perfect char.  Bibimbap (4/5) - I do like this one, it comes with a lot of beef and veggies. I like getting mine with a side of seasame oil to enhance the flavors. It stays hot for awhile tho lol Dumpling tofu soup (4/5) - also one of my go-to orders. I get it mild, and always eat it at the end of my meal because it stays hotttt. But it's delicious and the dinner portion is sharable with lots of tofu.  Friends of mine have ordered the galbi-tang and the bulgogi and liked it as well.

    Photos
    Kong Sarang Tofu & BBQ
    Kong Sarang Tofu & BBQ - Galbi + Tofu Soup Combo $35.99

    Galbi + Tofu Soup Combo $35.99

    Kong Sarang Tofu & BBQ - 52. Sam-Gye-Tang

    See all

    52. Sam-Gye-Tang

    Pocha K - Signature Korean Fried Chicken

    Pocha K

    4.3(381 reviews)
    5.0 mi
    $$

    I have a huge regret that I hadn't written a review for Pocha K before because I have loved them…read moreand so sad to see them go! They are down to their final days with their closure on 02/15/2026, I went to have a last meal with them :( I always recommended this place to all my friends for some K-fried chicken with soju and a cool ambiance. The restaurant is decorated very cool also but I've never posted pictures because my camera doesn't take great pictures in the lighting lol. My favorite things to get were the Pocha K chicken and the rose tteok bokki. Their chicken is consistently very crispy and the sweet savory sauce is soo yummm.

    Fun vibes for a night out with friends! Everything is shareable, and they have larger sized tables…read morefor big groups. There's fun decor and photobooth inside as well! Here's what I got on my recent visit: + Boneless Korean Fried Chicken (5/5): So crispy, juicy, and saucy! I loooove eating this with the cabbage. Best thing here for sure. Expensive... but fun for a night out! + Cheese Tonkatsu Pork Cutlet (4/5): Crispy and very cheesy! Tasty, but a little small for the portion to be honest. Considering the price, I was expecting more. + Pocha Rose Tteokbokki (3/5): Nothing special. On the spicier side, so I wish it was more creamy. Rice cakes were a little too firm for me too. I wouldn't order it again. + Kimbap (4/5): Solid and made fresh! Good ingredients. These are not very durable though. They would start falling apart at just the touch of them.

    Photos
    Pocha K
    Pocha K - We will be opening our door on the 12th January 2023

    We will be opening our door on the 12th January 2023

    Pocha K - Menu 1

    See all

    Menu 1

    Tang’s Haus - Kalbitang

    Tang’s Haus

    4.5(302 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$

    We found this place by chance, and we're pleasantly surprised with the quality of the food and…read moreservice. Jenny unnie was super nice, the kimchi was fresh and other banchan were perfectly seasoned. We tried their Galbi tang and bbq bulgogi. It was so good, the beef was tender and the soup bone broth was rich. We came with a large group of 30, they swiftly handled the request and seat us in no time. The food came out pretty quickly within 15mins. We are so satisfied with the service and quality! We will definitely be a regular here! Love this place.

    In a humble strip mall with minimal decorations and a simplistic menu lies Tang's Haus, one of my…read morefavorites that I will return to time and time again and will recommend to anyone in the area. I have noticed that through the years more items have been added to the menu (now includes a back side!), but that does not compromise on the quality. The seolleongtang ($20) always comes out light, rich, and packed with umami flavor. For a dish with three components (broth, meat, noodles), there is nothing to hide behind, and each one is executed to perfection. Flaky salt is added to your own taste, which is always satisfying to scoop and stir in. Tang's Haus also features tableside service, from the cutting of their housemade kimchi to them packing up your leftovers. One of my favorite aspects of Tang's Haus, and I'm glad they continue to dedicate themselves to quality service after all these years. Check always comes with chocolates (Hershey, so good quality). I always leave satisfied and never feeling too heavy. This is your local Union City hidden gem.

    Photos
    Tang’s Haus
    Tang’s Haus - :)

    :)

    Tang’s Haus - Kimchi-Jeon (kimchi pancake)

    See all

    Kimchi-Jeon (kimchi pancake)

    Soo Ja Fusion Bistro - Spam Budae Jjigae

    Soo Ja Fusion Bistro

    4.0(428 reviews)
    5.6 mi
    $$

    Think we might've found our new favorite Korean spot in the East Bay! Soo Ja Fusion bistro is…read morelocated in a little shopping plaza so there was plenty of parking when we got there on Wednesday night. There was only one server inside who was very kind and answered all our questions about the menu. The food itself was so delicious, all the flavors were balanced well and honestly even kind of comforting it was so good. We tried several dishes and honestly it even felt like we had ordered too much because the portion sizes are so big! We tried the Korean fried chicken, the spicy pork belly plate, the bulgogi pancake, the hot stone seafood bibimbaps, and the Soo Ja fries. This place seems perfect for a late night meal and drinks with friends or even larger family get togethers. We can't wait to come back in the future and bring more people to try more of the menu

    One of my favorite eats in Fremont! The food was delicious and their fried chicken had me in a food…read morecoma by the end of dinner. It was perfectly crunchy and glazed, I could easily eat a full order to myself bc that's how delicious it was LOL. Our server was amazing as well!!! My memory of a fish cannot remember his name, however he was so kind and I encouraged him to keep writing reviews to become elite :) The restaurant was clean and had plenty of parking too! Such a cool casual spot to chow down on some k-fusion foodies. Very much recommend a try!

    Photos
    Soo Ja Fusion Bistro
    Soo Ja Fusion Bistro - Gimbap, Kimchi Fried Rice

    Gimbap, Kimchi Fried Rice

    Soo Ja Fusion Bistro - Soju Mango Cocktail

    See all

    Soju Mango Cocktail

    Matzip - korean - Updated August 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...