Ordered takeout from here for the first time and was ready on time. Food traveled well and was still warm when I arrived home. We tried a variety of dishes and were impressed by the flavor and quality. Apps: Crab Ragoon with an apricot sauce Entrees: -Japchae Noodles with Chicken really delicious these were stir fried with onions, carrots, spinach, and bell peppers. Amazing! -Boolgogi Dosirak thinly shaved Korean beef in sweet savory sauce. Can't stop thinking about this dish it was delicious A must add to your list really good food! read more

I went here for a lunch date, and I had high hopes as the reviews were excellent. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Unfortunately I couldn't have the same experience, as mine was filled with bad service and a very small space that lacked ambiance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We ordered an appetizer that never showed up and tea that tasted weird but don't worry we were told thats what it supposed to taste like by our server. The bimibop we had was well flavored but unfortunately we couldn't enjoy due to poor service and ambience. Next time we will go across the street to Kinya Ramen. read more

Mini Momo - Korean Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

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I have been here several times for take away orders and Saturday, my mom and I were craving some good Asian cuisine. We have dined at Momoyaki many times before and love their dishes. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We went around 7:30p and it was a busy night as the patio was full.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We ordered Korean fried chicken, veggie Kimbap, and Japchae with tofu. It took about 20-25 minutes. The hostess/waitress was very sweet and helpful. To start, everything was fresh. The Korean Fried Chicken was coated in gochujang sauce that was sweet and savory. They did not skimp out on the chicken. We had huge piece and it was a great portion. The kimbap is my favorite here and we were served these hearty portions that were filled with egg, carrots, spinach, and pickled radish. Lastly, we had japchae with tofu. The japchae has sweet potato glass noodles with veggies and is stir-fried. It has a great peppery kick. We had enough food to feed 3-4 people, so it was great to have leftovers. Definitely need to try their lunch specials and Momo tacos! read more

A true gem can be found at Mini Momo. Now this is a bit hard to find because GPS takes you to a weird spot. But it's in the back of this shopping plaza. You need to park and walk a little bit and look for the white umbrellas which are next to the orange umbrellas. Lots of closed shops here, and a courtyard. This is a cute place and sitting outside is nice and dog friendly. Inside is cozy. Service is excellent, we loved our female server. Super friendly, smiling, checked in on us, fulfilled and delivered our order and made sure we were doing great. Even made great recommendations. Ordered the stone pot bibimbap and the Momo Korean tacos with beef and shrimp. Excellent flavor. Sooo tasty, our food was just too good for words and our service was even better. Definitely a great spot for lunch and it made our quick visit to Gainesvillle a great one!! read more

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This was my first visit to this location and I was very impressed with the food. The Korean fried chicken had a sweet taste but not overpowering., the jap chae and veggie Kim bap were the perfect combination to round out my meal. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There is a nice outdoor dining area and all the diners on this night were sitting outside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] There was only one person taking orders and serving but it only took 20 minutes for my take out. I am looking forward to forward to returning to enjoy the lunch menu. read more

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Mini Momo was a little hard to find using Apple Maps, but it was actually nice walking around the plaza to find it. I was craving Korean food and remembered this place is run by the same people who have Momoyaki, so I wanted to check it out. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a cute little spot with both indoor and outdoor seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The waitress was really nice, though it looked like there were only two people serving, so they were handling all the tables. The menu here leans more Korean with dishes like bibimbap, pajeon, and tteokbokki. I ordered the momo taco and a side of sundubu jjigae. The taco came in a hotteok-style shell with beef, onions, lettuce, and a really good sauce on top. It was about the size of my hand and tasted great. The meat was seasoned really well. The sundubu jjigae had a lot of soft tofu, but the broth itself wasn't very flavorful and mostly tasted like spicy water. Even so, the taco and soup together were filling, and for about $13 it felt like a pretty good value for dinner. I also tried the iced pomegranate tea, which was really refreshing and had little jellies in it. read more

Mini Momo - Sundubu jigae - Korean Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

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I have been a momoyaki fan for years. (I have a "Momo till you can't no Mo'" shirt...) when I saw this spot opened, I had to check it out. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I love the outdoor seating, and the food was possibly even better than I remembered![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Fast service and very kind staff. Will definitely be back Recommend starting with the crab Rangoon's and getting the Bibimbop- it is their specialty!! read more

Mini Momo - Bibimbap - Korean Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Very cute down to earth Korean restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Delicious authentic dishes with some modern extras on the menu. Loved our dishes and would absolutely would go back. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Small, quiet interior. Perfect for a quick lunch out.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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I recently visited Mimi Momo for lunch and had a nice experience. For my entrée I had the Stone Pot Bibimbap with Beef. Soft savory rice was nicely crisped at the bottom of the bowl and topped with crisp cabbage, carrots, and bean sprouts, wilted spinach, tender lightly sweet beef, and a soft yolky fried egg. A side of spicy pepper sauce was a nice touch to mix into the bowl. I also felt compelled to order the Matcha Green Tea Cheesecake for dessert. The Cheesecake had a very nice matcha flavor, was not overly sweet and paired nicely with the scoop of cool sweet vanilla ice cream. Overall, this was a quality stop for lunch. read more

Mini Momo - Matcha Green Tea Cheesecake - Korean Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

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Holy Smokes! Is this place Awesome! Well deserved 5 Star Rating! We had the Vegie-Dumpling We had Tacos (veggies and shrimp) Also had Bibimbap Bowl! Everything exceptional including the Service from Sammy! read more

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thought they were going to have to roll me out of there . Service was great and [[HIGHLIGHT]]it was a nice atmosphere friendly folks all around[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] . I would visit again for sure read more

This place is really a 6/5! Everything from the food to the service, it's the perfect little addition to town. The staff is so friendly and despite it being a small location they made a huge impression! Cannot wait to be back and try other items! read more

Mini Momo - Bibimbap - Korean Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

Still as yummy as the first time I had mini momo. Everything came out pipping hot and so flavorful. My bf loved the momo taco with bulgogi. I had the shrimp bibimbap this time because I wanted something lighter. I might have to come by on a lunch time to try out their specials. Our server as soon as we came offers complementary tea. It was barley tea and I've never had it but it was cold outside even though we were sitting inside I was chilly so I got hot and my bf got it cold. It was soothing and helped me with some inflammation and nausea I was feeling. I felt much more relaxed and crazy I don't know if it has healing properties but I've been insomniac and I feel asleep so quick at night. Might have to get some barley tea for home. I ordered the wontons and they were so yummy. I love their sauce that they pair it with. It's sweet but not overwhelming. I saved it for my bibimbap. My bf had the galbi box and he loved it . [[HIGHLIGHT]]We love how intimate and small mini momo is and hope that it can stay.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Not sure how well they are doing but they are on the side of town that not many young people frequent. I saw people pass by and we came around 7pm on a Wednesday and there was one other couple with us but no one came in. I wish them the best because it's not a busy area of town in my opinion. I would like to see them last and thrive because frankly I love their quality better than momoyaki which I've had some issues with. I think the simplicity of the menu makes it so that it's quality food coming out every time. read more

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We went here for my birthday after seeing all the stellar reviews and we were not disappointed. One of the best restaurants in Gainesville. I got the ribs and my wife got the pork belly lunch boxes with white kimchi and they were delicious. The manager, Sang, was also incredibly welcoming, nice, and helpful. Highly recommend. read more

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This is as close as home cooked Korean food as I can find in Gainesville. Portion sizes are good for the price and we love their Korean fried chicken and bibimbap. We always get ours as takeout so can't say how it is to eat at the restaurant. But they're always nice and our orders are always ready in a timely manner read more

The food is fantastic. I highly recommend it probably the best in town. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great hospitality quick service great environment.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The chef came out a couple times to check on the dishes read more

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My friend and I visited Gainesville and were looking for a quick bite in the area when we came across this place. It's located in a mini courtyard surrounded by other shops. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Inside is pretty cozy with a good amount of seats.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The worker was really pleasant and we had a nice conversation with her! We didn't order too much since we just wanted a snack, but the kimbap was good and the pajun was super flavorful! It was crispy, fluffy, and the vegetables were refreshing. I was glad that we chose this place since it was perfect for what we were craving. I'd love to come here again if I'm ever in the area! read more

Mini Momo - Vegetable Pajun - Korean Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

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Delicious Korean food was amazing! (See pics and receipt for what we ordered.) [[HIGHLIGHT]]We sat outside in the evening and enjoyed the whole experience. They had umbrellas and heat lamps.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Marina our server was awesome! Highly recommend. read more

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I am very familiar with Momoyaki so when I heard there was a mini Momo I had to check it out. I went on a Friday for lunch and I was the only one there. They have lunch specials throughout the week. The service was superb, and the food was delicious . I had the bibimbap with my egg fried hard which was great. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The space is small but they do have outdoor seating as well.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Mini Momo - Outside - Korean Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

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For dinner we tried a new Korean spot called Mini Momo. It's located at 2441 NW 43rd St in the Shoppes at Thornebrooke Village in Gainesville. It's a cute little restaurant with four or five tables inside, but a lot of outdoor seating. Most of my experience with Korean food has been at AYCE Korean BBQ/hot pot spots or fast casual style like K-Bop in Jacksonville. Mini Momo looks to be a more refined, fine dining establishment with a decent wine and cocktail list. We started with the Twigim Mandu app. Its four fried dumplings filled with chicken and topped with mushrooms, green onions, and a radish sprout served with a sweet and sour chili sauce. These were fantastic. Fresh-from-the-fryer hot and crispy, delicious ground chicken with a little back end heat. For the mains I got the Beef Bulgogi Dosirak. Think of a Japanese bento box and you get the idea. The bulgogi came with steamed white rice and two sides. I chose the fried lotus roots and cucumber roll. The fried lotus roots are probably the best non-potato potato chip-style snack I've ever had. I wanted to buy a family size package of that and munch on them later. The cucumber roll was a nice cool refreshing bite when I needed a respite from the savory bulgogi. Now that bulgogi...so thinly sliced, it practically melts on your tongue. Marinated in a sweet soy sauce with onions that when the meat was gone, I drank it straight out of the bowl. Mah Wife got the Momo Taco. It's a soft and flaky taco shell made with Korean hotteok batter. It's pan-fried and filled with mixed greens, chicken bulgogi, kimchi, and spicy mayo. My wife's not big on spicy stuff, so she got it without the kimchi and spicy mayo. She let me have a bite of the chicken bulgogi and it was tasty. If you're looking for a new Korean spot, definitely check out Mini Momo. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Stopped in for dinner during a road trip, what a lovely area! Spanish moss and trees galore![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We sat on the shaded patio for fresh air, the place next door had a live band.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Enjoyed the stone bibimbap, very hot! I was sweating, should have opted for a cooler dish in the heat but totally worth it. Service was a bit slow, but we didn't mind, and given a tea drink to boot! read more

Wowza. What a treat this place was!!! This quaint restaurant is set back from the streets amongst other buildings and it creates this whole feeling of being away from the rush and bustle of the outside world. The patio at night under the lights and trees was truly so peaceful. The staff were so kind and attentive. Multiple staff members came out to check on me as I ate. My waitress was so lovely and explained dishes I had not heard of and offered suggestions. Traveling alone for work has me eating many meals by myself and the staff made me feel comfortable. Now the food this was so delicious. Starting with the Kimchi scallion pancakes, these came with 4 pancakes about 4 inches in diameter. I could only eat two and saved the rest for another meal. Highly suggest these. There are other options for the pancakes besides kimchi if that is not your jam (but it should be). Next I got the bulgogi lunchbox lol with white rice, lotus root chips and a cucumber roll. Bulgogi was amazing, not too heavy m. The Lotus chips were very reminiscent of potato chips and a nice crunch (yum) and the cucumber roll was a great refresher after eating the other options. Finished my meal with the matcha cheesecake which was perfect- not too sweet. And I drank the black raspberry wine with all courses of the meal--this was a sweet wine and a great accompaniment to the savory dishes. read more

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I've been now at least 4 times. They knockout out of the park every single time. Mandu are amazing. Favorite main dishes are the momo tacos and clay pot bibimbap. Highly recommend!!!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Cozy inside the shop, with great outdoor seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Located in a strip mall in the center, you will find this hidden gem. I was skeptical about the 5 star reviews so I had to check it out! I was surprised by the quality of their food, no doubt. The service alone is 5-star with great attention to details. The outside patio is covered and white linen tables and lights invite you to join. We had the chicken dumplings for the appetizer. They tasted fresh , not frozen. Crispy with a little front end heat, amazingly served with the perfect dipping sauce. I ordered the Momo chicken taco, yes just 1.minus kimchi and spicy mayonnaise..the savory flavor was on point. (Michelin star) It was a sight to behold, plated with care. All of the different ingredients melded together into a very sweet, savory and perfect dish. Highly recommend! We will be back! read more

Excellent food! Had the sweet n sour chicken and Glass noodles with beef dish. Sooooo good!!!

This place is new to me and it won't be my last time here! OMG this place was so yummy! From the scallion pancakes to the dumplings and my main course the veggie bibimbap; highly recommend! Service was quick and waitress was very good and attentive. Although, we sat outside for dinner, it would have been nice to sit inside especially because it was hot and bugs out but my friend loves to sit outside anywhere they have outdoor seating so we did! Great food, I can't wait to come back with my husband, I think he would enjoy! If you haven't tried it, what are you waiting for?! read more

Mini Momo - Dumplings and scallion pancakes (Pajun) - Korean Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

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My wife and I drove up from Ocala specifically for this restaurant. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Walked in and it was hotter inside than the 95 degree weather outside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We turned around and walked out.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Me and a friend came here for lunch and it was the perfect choice! The restaurant is a bit small, but there is additional outdoor seating which is nice. I ordered the regular beef bibimbap and she ordered a bulgogi momo taco. I love the fusion idea of using hotteok batter to make the taco shell, so I will be trying that on my next dining experience. As for my bibimbap, everything tasted great and the ingredients looked fresh! It was filling but also felt light, which left me the right amount of room to order the fried yuzu cheesecake. It was amazing and the only thing I wish was for the cheesecake portion to be a little bigger. Most definitely will be coming back. read more

Mini Momo - Bibimbap 1 Piece Momo Taco - Korean Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

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Second time here. Excellent service. Delicious food (we both got bibimbap). Very nice green tea and Korean coffee. Count us as regulars! read more

Took me a minute to try this place out but i am glad we did , this review is compiled from 2 visits, as wanted to try it a second time to be able to try more food for the review as it was sooo amazing after one visit, we had to go back. Our waitress Emily was amazing, she helped us through the menu explaining what some of the things were. We had Emily for both visits, the 2nd visit she was working all by herself and did an amazing job taking care of all the tables. The seating out side is amazing and adds to the ambiance of the restaurant. The Thornebrook village is such a great piece of the area, i hope it can remain that way. The Food is amazing as you will see in photos. Its a much try in my opinion, thank you yelp for the recommendation! read more

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Amazing and well priced food. We ordered the kimchi pancakes, the beef rice bowl and the matcha fried cheese cake for dessert. Great selection! The food was delicious and didn't take too long to arrive. The service was really good, the place was slow, not that many people, when we went on a Saturday afternoon and then it started to pick up and there was only one servant because the second servant was late. So, water refills or the check took a little longer, but the service was outstanding. I'm sure this is not something that happens all the time, but it did not affected the experience at all. [[HIGHLIGHT]]In the restaurant next door there's was a great band of jazz playing and the overall ambiance was amazing.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The decoration with lights everywhere and the atmosphere with nature and live music made this place a great restaurant for a first date or anniversary.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I highly recommend! read more

If you've spent any significant amount of time in Gainesville, you know that Momoyaki is a mainstay. I'm so happy that they've decided to open up a new concept. Focusing on even more unique items, I have no doubt that Mini Momo will carve out a place for itself. The Kimchi Fries are dynamite! So full of flavor from the kimchi and the melted cheese, they top some deliciously crispy fries. The Momo Tacos are also fantastic. Using crispy scallion pancake-esq dough as the taco shells, these tacos are both filling and creative. The beef bulgolgi is so flavorful and pairs perfectly with the light and crispy pancake shell. Service is fantastic with super friendly servers that are knowledgeable about the food. Ambiance is spot on as well, with both indoor and outdoor dining. Absolutely a fantastic addition to the Gainesville food scene! :) read more

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We recently had a fantastic meal at Mini Momo. This was not our first visit previously we had only eaten during the lunch and early evening hours. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Each time the atmosphere in the outside patio area has been pleasant and inviting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]This last evening was a beautiful warm evening.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Although relatively busy staff remained courteous and responsive to requests. The Hot Pot was exceptional. Overall the experience gets a 5 star recommendation. We'll be sure to be frequent visitors. read more

What a wonderful place! The staff were amazing, so friendly and kind! Our waiter was kind enough to teach us a few Korean customs in regard to eating. The food was unbelievably delicious, fresh, and well made. We had bulgogi kimbap, a chicken momo taco and a beef momo taco, spicy pork belly, and bulgogi...if I could give this place 10 stars I would. The banchan were delicious, I recommend the fish cake, fried lotus root, and kimchi. We also had cold shikhye and it was just as tasty and so refreshing. We cannot wait to go back the next time we are in town! read more

Found this gem when I had a stop in Gainesville. The flavors were authentic. A must stop if you love Korean food! read more

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Great evening at Mini Moto! I enjoyed the bibimbap in a stone bowl and had the most helpful waitress. She recommended the peach tea and got me a to-go version with the dessert I took home (green tea matcha cheesecake with ice cream). I'll be back to try other options and perhaps sit outside when it gets warmer. read more

Mini Momo - Bibimbap with chicken in a stone bowl and a peach tea - Korean Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

Absolutely would recommend this restaurant for a meal. Has a smaller interior with large outdoor seating. Very cute aesthetic and filled with photos which add to the "homey" feel. The food was excellent. My partner and I split the seafood pajun (lightly fried, not too oily, large chunks of shrimp which were delish) and the spicy pork and pork belly dosirak. The dosirak by itself was very filling and had good portions of rice/meat. We had to also get a momo taco which was one of the high points - it's bursting with meat and veggies with all the different pieces coming together in a unique way. Our server was very attentive and explained any parts of the menu we were less familiar with. We even met the chef who was enjoying her own lunch in the restaurant - a sign of truly good food. Definitely would recommend to anyone looking for good Korean food. read more

Food is decent. Family owned. Only 1 server for all the tables so not the best experience service wise. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Recommend sitting outside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Inside feels very unclean. All the surfaces feel very dirty.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Worth checking out if you going in with expectation of poor service. read more

Very nice little restaurant Owner very attentive and pleasant Dishes well prepared and proportionate read more

Hands down the most memorable meal we've had in Gainesville! The Korean tacos caught my eye and my husband followed my lead. I had 1 bulgogi beef and 1 bulgogi Chicken. Hubby had 1 beef and 1 shrimp bulgogi. Service is excellent, food unbelievably healthy and flavorful. Honestly, I can't wait to go back. The chef came out and checked on us much to our delight! We were the only ones in the restaurant at 4pm so service was excellent! read more

Mini Momo - Korean tacos 1 chicken and 1 beef bulgogi! - Korean Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

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