Mona's has been a staple in the Fort Meade area for YEARS!! If is most certainly a local favorite. If you're from this area, then you've either eaten here or know all about it. Glad to see that after a venue move and years of operation, the food is still amazing! My go-to is the beef bulgogi, which I ordered most recently. The beef was very tender and flavored generously. The first bite took me right back to my teenage years, when I used to patronize the business literally once a week when I was taking a break from my job at Progressive Motions Hair Studio. The service is still A1, the owners are very nice and personable. The inside is laid out the same as every other carry-out in Maryland. Comfortable enough to enjoy your meal, but nothing to write home about. I really hope that Mona continues to stand the test of time! read more

Awlful food! Ordered Japchae and it was so gummy and chewy i literally could not eat it! Why would you serve that to someone?! Not to mention the food is overpriced and the portions are skimpy. Doesn't even come with bon chon. I paid extra for kimchi and it was disgusting!! Like again, in edible! Do yourself a favor and travel a little further to Ja Kim Sung instead for authentic, perfectly priced Korean food! read more

Mona's Gourmet Carry Out - Korean Near Me - Odenton, Maryland

Hole-in-the-wall but the food here is legit and they have old-school sodas that are hard to find. There's a line but it's decent. It's cash only and they have an ATM on site. We came in a party of 3 and ordered the hot-stone bibimbaps and the fried rice with cheese steak and they were all super fresh and deliciously authentic. read more

Mona's Gourmet Carry Out - a bowl of food - Korean Near Me - Odenton, Maryland

About a 2-2.5: Mona's Gourmet Carry Out seems to be a local favorite for Korean and your typical deli eats. They also have various specials and half portions as well. We came here for an early lunch and ordered: +a Royal Cheese Steak - with no green peppers and mushrooms; opted for the provolone, onions, and mayo; this came with a side of fries; someone noted that this was one of the best cheesesteaks in the state; honestly, it was just 'okay' and comparable to any other delis; the bread could have been better; the best part were the fresh-out-of-the-fryer crinkle cut fries +a Beef Bulgogi - half portion special - this came with a bowl of white rice and a little cup of kimchi; we didn't know that fried rice or brown rice was an option; the bulgogi was not savory enough and was more on the bland side; the kimchi had an off-putting smell and was way past the 'ripened' stage; I was surprised that the fried dumplings weren't included, as others have had it as part of their combo +Yookgaejang - spicy soup with veggies, vermicelli noodles, and shredded beef; I thought the broth was lacking, but it definitely had a kick to it Service was friendly, and there were seating inside. There seems to be a lot of call-aheads for to-go orders. Parking is available in a small lot on the side of the building. +friendly service +parking available on the side of the building read more

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Looking for a great place to get Korean and grill/bbq food in the area? Look no further than Mona's! They specialize in Korean food but also have other bbq food options. They recently renovated the restaurant, and it shows. It's clean, the menu is clearly and professionally outlined in the front facing the customers, and it looks great overall. I'm quite sure they eliminated their breakfast menu. I ordered the bulgogi with an egg a la mode and fries on the side. All were great; fries were pretty plain, but fulfilling. I didn't detect any weird taste other than fresh potatoes and salt. That's all you need! The bulgogi was FRESH, saucy, and tasted great. They now accept credit cards, which is an added bonus. And the shop is owned and run by an adorable and hospitable Korean lady. Can't recommend this diamond in the rough enough. read more

Food is always great! Both the Korean and American menu are delicious. Renovated last week so much brighter. read more

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Mona's Gourmet is a heart-warming community feeding establishment. Their Korean cuisine is impeccable. They're always personable and kind to everyone that comes in. I have had the Beef Bulgogi with white rice. My all time favorite is definitely the Galbi with white rice and kimchi. read more

Mona's Gourmet Carry Out - Galbi with perfectly cooked white rice and two sides of kimchi. - Korean Near Me - Odenton, Maryland

I read the reviews and decided to stop in. It was good. Honestly I've had better cheesesteak and fried rice. The mandu was good as well. With that said I will recommend and go back read more

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Their soups are just as I remembered them when I was back in Seoul. Especially the Yukgeajang.

I've been a customer for more than 15 years , Mona has the best flavored beef bulgulgi this side of the country . It's marinated and seasoned to perfection and served with rice , please try this gem of a place . read more

Mona's Gourmet Carry Out - Beef Bulgulgi , the small item is Kimchi (fermented cabbage with spice ) - Korean Near Me - Odenton, Maryland

Best Korean food in the area, spicy pork bulgulgi & cheesesteaks my favorite but there is much much more. Large portions and an extensive, but not a too much going on type of menu. This place has been here for years and very well known locally. read more

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They accept credit cards now! Food is always consistent with taste. Location looks like a carry out spot they have seating if you want to stay. read more

My favorite hole-in-the-wall place for Korean food. WOW! You would never guess it from the outside but this place has lots of Korean food and it is delicious. It's also way cheaper than a normal Korean restaurant and the portions are large. The staff is so nice. The service is incredible. I would come back here any day any time just because of how wonderful the people here are. I felt very cared for and they were so friendly. Even though it's a carry out place, there's lots of room to sit inside. It's pretty clean and comfy. The food tasted great and authentic so I can't think of a better place for Korean food at these prices, portions, and flavor. Overall, amazing experience and I will be back! It is cash only so bring cash!! read more

Mona's Gourmet Carry Out - yakimandu - Korean Near Me - Odenton, Maryland

It's decent. Very nice people. Probably very authentic Korean. Wasn't bad tasting. K got plenty of rice. I had the bulgogi which I probably shouldn't have had. I keep trying that and I'm never impressed. So I will be back to update my review. The servings are huge though. For sure! read more

Great Korean food that I have eaten in quite some time. Definitely a go to spot on the way home.

Go here ! Do it! DELICIOUS. Best Philly cheese steak I've ever had. The Korean food is great as well my girlfriend is Korean and she says it's authentic. Right next to fort Meade army base. read more

Don't sleep on Mona's! For no particular reason, I hadn't been here in years (since before she moved) and I don't know what I was thinking. My friend and I stopped in yesterday for lunch on a whim after a busy morning of driving around. Torn, I couldn't decide on the bulgogi or the cheesesteak. Fortunately, I shared my feelings and he too was torn. So, we ordered one of each and split them. It was a great decision. I'm sure this is what Solomon was thinking when he said, "Two is better than one." (Ecclesiastes 4:9) Cheese steak: good amount of meat. Lightly seasoned. Ample toppings. Worth getting again. The fries were kind of m'eh--not bad but average frozen fries. Bulgogi: plenty of food. Authentic flavors. Really good homemade kimchi (cabbage, cucumber, and radish). Both dishes were so good that I don't know what I'll order next time. I like a good cheesesteak, but I'm pretty sure that if I walk in there I'll feel compelled to get the bulgogi. I might only be able to go there with a friend. Let me know if you're interested. One suggestion: Mona, have you considered a self-serve water station? That would be awesome. read more

Small "mom & pop" style eatery in Odenton. Friendly service and good food. I had seen them many times while in the area but my son's classmate is the granddaughter of the owner and he actually prompted me to give them a try. Positive experiences each time I frequented. The owner Mona is a sweetheart and will give samples of new dishes, greet customers and even helps prepare dishes. I can attest that their Korean dishes are authentic and on point. Strong recommendation to call your order in during peak times for pick up. Cash only for payment. Street parking and along the side of the building. Be forwarned that Annapolis Rd is a busy area for exiting into traffic. read more

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8/10. Really good spot but the hours are kinda wack. Get the nice food though please it's good

I was referred to this place by a coworker. She had purchased the seaweed. I tried it and it was good. So basically l just came here for that only. I checked out some of the previous reviews on Yelp and saw one of my Yelp friends had ordered the steak and cheese. So l said why not give it a try. I asked for it with fries. The cashier said there was something going on with the grease. So l said ok. Not exactly sure what that meant but l wasn't trying to find out either. So l said can l just have a sandwich. He stated yes. You know l have a real problem with a restaurant/ Carryout that blocks out all the prices on the menu. That way they can charge whatever they want. I gave him a twenty he gave me back $7.80. Now l don't mind spending money but that's pretty expensive for just a steak and cheese sub. Now the steak was good but so is a lot of other places around here and they don't charge nearly $12.00 for a sandwich only. Under those circumstances and until they place prices so that the customers can see what it is they are being charged. I won't be ordering any more food from here. They can at least get a to go menu. I would probably just stop in to get the bag of seaweed only. At least they displayed the price of that. Please display your prices for your customers. read more

Mona's Gourmet Carry Out - Korean Near Me - Odenton, Maryland

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This place is very unassuming. Started working in the Odenton area and wanted to a good lunch spot. Coworkers recommended this hole in the wall. Pulled into this tight parking lot - honestly I'm surprised I haven't seen an accident here yet. The carry out menu has your typical subs and fries etc but they also have a Korean menu! It hits the spot and the portions are crazy large. read more

Omg. Having grown up in Ellicott City, I know good Korean food, the authentic, real deal kind. The route 40 stretch of EC is known as little Korea after all. After moving to Anne Arundel County I'd been sorely missing authentic Korean food. Until today - bravo, I finally found it! This little literal hole in the wall is the real deal, by golly lol. Tons of delicious Korean dishes along with a splash of random carry out standbys like subs and fries. I tried the mandu dumplings and the spicy pork bulgogi. A++. You know someone's little old grandma stirred this up in the back of the kitchen. Seriously, just go here. It's cash only but there's a little ATM. The owner and family are so friendly and nice too. read more

This place is literally a hole in the wall. It's owned by a lovely Korean team that consists of a Mother and Daughter duo. The only reason I came here was because I was craving Korean food and it was close to Fort Meade. I ordered take out. Beef Bulgogi- it was way too greasy and the meat was too minced up. It didn't taste at all the your typical bulgogi which was a huge disappointment for me as I came here strictly for this meal. Kalbi- this was great! The meat was well marinated and you can taste the garlic in the tender pierces of meat. This was something that I'll go back for. There's many more items here that aren't Korean at all but I guess they're catering to a broader audience being so close to the military base. read more

Mona's Gourmet Carry Out - Menu - Korean Near Me - Odenton, Maryland

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The epitome of hole in the wall and hidden gem!!! There is no ambiance, it's a carry out across from Ft. Meade. Service is very friendly and generous! I tried them one day and went back the next. Been three times in less than two weeks. Cheesesteak is top notch! Spicy soup was bomb too! Worth every star but cash ONLY. ATM on-site dispenses in $20 increments. Get your money and visit Mona's. I happily drive the 45 mins fromUpper Marlboro to Odenton just for this place. read more

You ever see somebody run through a glass door, and think " Damn! They really didn't see that coming"? If not heres an example to help you get your mind right for this review: https://youtu.be/3l_ggpGyEOQ I was sitting at home playing a brief game of "what would you like to eat" with my lady. Heres a visual if needed: https://youtu.be/l9uM-AJg0YY , and we finally decided on a lunch buffet that ended up not even being open in the first place. Sensing that we were about to be in for round 2 of whats it gonna be, I decided to just forego the buffet, and just eat off of the regular menu. On a whim she says "why don't we try the gourmet carryout". To which I replied " We don't even know what they sell". Thats when we walked around to the side of the building and saw the sign describing that it was an American/Korean style carryout. We got in the car to leave, but before we did we both secretly Yelped it, and looked at each other simultaneously, and say " It's got 4.5 star on Yelp". True Story! We then made a trip to Royal Farms up the street, because they have FREE ATM's!!!! We get back and start checking out the menu, the lady behind the counter is nice at first, but kind of blunt. Not rude, but yes blunt. We placed our order at 2:05, and though we were technically late for lunch. They offered to let us go ahead and do the specials, which I thought was nice though we ended up not doing lunch. We ordered: Spicy Pork Bulgogi: Just the right touch of spice, seasoned well, veggies were prepared perfectly, and the portion size is pretty big. Bibimbap: The dish was also delicious, and i'm glad that I have found a spot so close to my house that I can go to for my Bibimbap needs. Yakimandu: Crispy on the outside. Delicious on the inside. Once we received our order we took it home, and just from how the smell from the bag was filling up the the car, we knew we had made a good choice. We got home, rushed into the house, opened up the bag, took a bite....And then it hit me. Heres a visual if you need it (skip to 1.34 it's worth it): https://youtu.be/y5FiRPeDGaI The food here was really good. Much better then I expected. I see some reviews referring to this place as a hole in the wall, but I think that a little paint, and a better job of displaying the pictures on the wall and this is actually a pretty nice spot given the location. Would definitely recommend this place to family, and friends alike. I can't wait to come back and sample some more of the menu. read more

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Mona's totally reminds me of the family run snack shops and little restaurants in my home town. Sometimes these are the best places where people come for good food. It's not for the old flooring, bench seats or cheesy decorations. It's for the handwritten signs that they scotch tape over other parts of the homemade made, the Korean soul that is poured into the cooking, and for the magic that they send you home with. Nobody cares if you're wearing your nice suit or your fancy expensive heels today. Everyone has to eat and everyone likes to eat good food. There are a few tables to sit and enjoy eating your delicious chicken bulgogi, beef bulgogi or kimchee soup. You can serve yourself a cold glass of water and cool off in the air conditioning. You'll need it because if you order it nice and spicy like I do, your body is going to turn up the heat. We usually call in our order from work and have someone pick up for everybody (they only take cash). Mona is great, she does vegetarian soups for us and leaves out the shellfish so I don't get an allergic reaction. She's even suggested dishes I would like and how she can tweak it and will send you home with a take out menu. The take out container for about $9 is enough for about 3-4 meals for me but when I share it with other people I have to set some aside if I want a snack later because they always eat it ALL. p.s. go for Korean food. the American sandwich menu is for your one friend who is tired of eating Korean 5 days in a row or the other friend who thinks burgers and chicken tenders are the only good food in life. read more

Mona's Gourmet Carry Out - Korean Near Me - Odenton, Maryland

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The food here was pretty good! We tried the bibimbap, beef bulgogi w/vegetable fried rice, yakimandu and kimchee... the OG Korean players With military folks lol. Everything was great. Their spicy red sauce for the bibimbap is probably the best that I've had. Portion sizes are enough for two people for sure. The customer service was great as well. I called in the order and the person kept their same pleasant energy level, this is hard for most humans. had some lemon cakes wrapped up by the door and they were calling my name because they looked so moist and ignorant. I didn't try one but I will next time for sure. read more

Mona's Gourmet Carry Out - Yakimandu, Kimchee, bibimbap, and beef bullogi - Korean Near Me - Odenton, Maryland

So good. Been to South Korea twice and I have been missing authentic bulgogi since the last time I came back (2015). Mona's was perfect and hit the spot. Spicy pork bulgogi was on point and of course I had to get some yakimandu as well. My only negative is I don't live nearby to eat this all the time. If you live near Ft Meade or are TDY you can't go wrong with Mona's! read more

Mona's Gourmet Carry Out - a meal in a styrofoam container - Korean Near Me - Odenton, Maryland

I'm a big steak and cheese fan, and I finally noticed Mona's driving by one day. Their hours are kind of limited so I couldn't go immediately but planned to, and did, go back a couple of days later. I got the steak and cheese and it was actually one of the better, if not the best, steak and cheese that I've tried in Anne Arundel and Montgomery Counties so far. Arlington has a few good spots, but this is my favorite so far out here. There was a lot of meat on the sandwich, the bread was good, and the taste overall was good. Suffice it to say, having just moved to Odenton, this is my new go to when I have a taste for a steak and cheese, and I do recommend it. The fries weren't that good to me but the sandwich more than made up for that. read more

I was referred to this spot from a Co-worker and decided to check it out. One of the Best Cheese Steak Sandwiches in the MD area. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great sandwich. Make sure you get the Royal Cheese Steak. If I could I would eat a Sandwich every week but lord knows I cannot. I also tried the Chicken Bulgogi. It was pretty good as well and I am not a Bulgogi fan. read more

Wow is all I have to say. Not just for the food but also for the friendliness of the two women working there as I was a new customer. I had this place bookmarked for a very long time and I finally decided to check it out after constantly hearing from people how good the food was. This place is behind Cluck U and Grace Garden near Bangkok Kitchen. Plenty of parking and as the old saying goes, "Don't judge a book by its cover." If the area may seem a little "suspect" and that is what is keeping you from going in you need to stop that thinking and treat yourself. This place labels itself as a Korean eatery and it does that well but it has a wide selection of other items to include the various cheesesteaks. I will start with the cheesesteak as I opted for a royal cheesesteak. I am about to commit blasphemy for some of you guys from Philadelphia. I have been to Tony Luke's and I will say that the cheesesteak from Mona's can easily stand up against the famous Tony Luke Whiz cheesesteak. There I said it. The sandwich was huge and filling with a price that makes you feel like you just ripped them off. I went with all the toppings mushrooms, onions, yada yada you know how I get down. I also went with a side order of yakimadu (Korean pot stickers). They were crispy and tasty. Everyone makes it slightly different but I do enjoy when they are crispy (not burnt) as Mona made them. On a second trip I went with the pork bulgogi and it was no different than the first trip. The food was awesome and the amount was bountiful for my belly. It had a bit of spice to eat but it was not overpowering and the free side of kimchi offered added a little nice extra bit of flavor. This place is very impressive as both times I have been there it is only staffed by two women. The quality and how quick they get the food out is impressive. A definite return trip in the near future. The only reason I give it 4 starts is because it closes early at 7 PM but I do understand with their limited staffing. read more

Mona's Gourmet Carry Out - Royal Cheesesteak - Korean Near Me - Odenton, Maryland

This is the perfect spot for bulgogi and fried rice. The spicy is spicy so I tend to get mild and add my own spice. The lunch portion comes with a small kimchee but I always get a small kimchee to mix into my fried or white rice. Great size portions and price. This is the spot for fast Korean food. read more

The #7 "Ojingo Bokum" (spicy stir fried squid served with vegetables and rice) now if calamari is the appetizer this is the entree to its successor. Worth the try and not heavy on the stomach. I had some leftovers after lunch and even then it was still delicious. read more

Mona's Gourmet Carry Out - Korean Near Me - Odenton, Maryland

Good selection of delicious looking greasy sandwhiches but I went for korean food and wasn't disappointed. The yookgajong was packed with meat and noodles and had that spice level that doesn't hurt but slowly wears you down. I was stuffed by the time I was done and am thinking of making this my Ft. Meade go-to for lunch. read more

Sometimes I actually prefer eating Mona's Korean style dishes rather than your usual Korean BBQ place like Shin Chon, Lighthouse Tofu, and Honeypig. Even though it's more out of the way than those locations, I just feel at home while at Mona's. Plus she has more than just Korean food; she has subs and sandwiches as well! Mona and her husband own this restaurant and even though the decor is outdated and old, you cannot deny the fact that their food is AMAZING. I've had cheese steaks at over 30 different locations and this place by far beats them all. Seriously. You must be thinking I'm crazy, which I probably am, however, I didn't go to every single establishment that sells or makes cheese steak subs so truthfully, this is just my own humble opinion. :) The cheese steaks she makes, I don't know what goes inside, aside from the usual toppings but the flavor of her cheesesteaks are just phenomenal. Chicken cheesesteak is really good too. I also find her Korean dishes to be very good too. Her Kimchi Jigae (Hot soup with Kimchi) and Daeji Gogi (Marinated Pork) are authentic. Her other dishes, I feel like are more for the American taste buds, but are still very good. Americans these days love the sweet, salty, and fatty, which is in her other Korean dishes. I LOVE EM. And I've never heard of chicken bulgogi before, but her version tops it all. It's slightly sweet, comes PACKED into the container with a bunch of white rice that comes with some type of soy sauce/au ju which gives it MUCH more flavor. Maybe too much flavor to some of you. Mona is SO nice and friendly. Her daughter that works there is very friendly and outgoing and her dad and I always have long conversations even after I get my food. It might be partly because of us being Korean, but they're all just fantastic and genuine people. Definitely a hidden gem. My favorite place to get cheesesteak subs and sometimes Korean cuisine and their service is fantastic. HOWEVER, the only con I have for this place is, they're not close enough to where I live and I stopped working nearby there so it's rare that I go to that area these days. Oh and, if you're in a time crunch, you HAVE to order in advance, ESPECIALLY when they're busy. I always have time so I don't mind waiting. read more

All the food I have eaten at this restaurant has been excellent especially the Beef bulgogi, cheesesteaks and chicken. The French fries are always hot and firm. The chicken is alway made to order; not sitting under a light or in a warmer. The staff is friendly and polite. read more

Oh Mona...where art thou? We came to eat but alas you were gone. Gone, Finito finished. We settled on the Thai place next door, but it was no Mona's. So I Googled and found your new location down the street......the part of me that died when I thought you were gone is alive again. read more

Mona's Gourmet Carry Out - MONA JUST MOVED....NO NEED FOR ALARM - Korean Near Me - Odenton, Maryland

Excellent. A great plate lunch at a reasonable price. Kalbi/Galbi is the best thing on the menu in my opinion. read more

Mona's Gourmet Carry Out - Hours - Korean Near Me - Odenton, Maryland

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Had them today for lunch, ordered the Chicken Bulgogi with white rice. It was delicious, best food decision I made all week...and customer service was friendly. I will definitely go back! Side note: They don't take cards so bring cash. read more

Mona's Mona's Mona's, what can I say about Mona's besides it has some of the best food on the entire strip! From the cheeseburgers to the kimchi jjigae, I've never been disappointed by Mona's. Nothing is bland at Mona's except the water. They are CASH ONLY, but they got an ATM right by the register. read more