Let me preface this by saying that we're from NYC, so we're used to amazing food spots…read more Amazing food and good service. Probably one of the best spots we tried in D.C. Highly recommend and would definitely come back.

Anju was really good! We met a man who lives in the neighborhood and frequents the restaurant…read moreoften, and he gave us some great recommendations on what to order. The host was super friendly and seated us right away. Our server, Wendy, was patient, attentive, and welcoming throughout the meal. For drinks, we ordered the Sparkling Rosé, Blck Pnk, and a beer. The Sparkling Rosé was phenomenal. The Blck Pnk was on the bitter side, which may be perfect if that's your preference, and I appreciated how thoughtfully crafted it was. The beer was ice cold and crisp. To start, we ordered the mandu and two orders of the chikin. For our mains, we had the pork rib & kimchi fried rice and the dolsot bibimbap. Everything was delicious. My only critique is that some of the dishes could have benefited from just a touch more salt to really make the flavors pop. The restaurant itself is small, quaint, and feels very homey. I loved the family-style setup and how easy it was to share dishes and move things around the table so everyone could try a little of everything. Overall, I would definitely recommend Anju to others and would happily return with a group of friends. It was a great dining experience with excellent food, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere.

My girlfriend and I were visiting Washington, DC and decided to give Mandu a try. The restaurant…read moreitself is modern, clean, and nicely decorated, making a great first impression. However, when we walked in and saw only a couple of tables occupied, I had a feeling it might not live up to its appearance. Unfortunately, that feeling turned out to be justified once we looked at the menu and tasted the food. Overall Ratings Atmosphere - 4/5 Service - 3/5 Food - 1/5 Parking - Street Parking Atmosphere - The restaurant is modern, clean, and well maintained. The dining room is attractive and comfortable, and it feels much more upscale than your average Korean restaurant. Service - Service was adequate. Nothing stood out as particularly good or bad. The staff took our order, brought out the food, and checked on us occasionally. What We Ordered - -Galbi - At over $40, this was by far the most disappointing dish of the meal. I've had galbi at countless Korean restaurants, many of which charge under $30 while delivering significantly better flavor and quality. The seasoning was noticeably different from what I'm accustomed to, and not in a good way. For the price, it felt extremely underwhelming. -Pa Jeon - Just okay. It was a standard Korean pancake that didn't stand out in any particular way. -Tofu Stew - We ordered it mild, but it was surprisingly spicy and excessively salty. The saltiness overwhelmed most of the other flavors in the dish. -Korean Fried Chicken - Unfortunately, this suffered from the same issue. The chicken itself was decent, but it was far too salty, making it difficult to enjoy. Final Thoughts - The biggest issue for me was the value. Nearly every dish felt overpriced for the quality being served, and the excessive saltiness across multiple items made the meal even more disappointing. While the restaurant looks great and has a modern atmosphere, the food simply did not justify the prices. Considering how many excellent Korean restaurants I've been to over the years, this was one of the more disappointing experiences. Unfortunately, I wouldn't return.

I've been to Mandu a few times over the years and I'm sorry to say my most recent visit didn't hit…read morethe mark. I visited on a Friday around 6:30 PM and sat at the bar to catch the end of happy hour (Mon-Sun 5-7 PM). The bar was empty at the time, but a few other people showed up later. The dining room had a handful of tables occupied. In short, easy to get a seat. Drinks were good. I like the Somaek ($6) which is a small beer and a shot of soju. Beer ($7) was beer. We got some beef and pork mandu (dumplings) that were pretty good. 6 pieces for $10 on HH. We got two entrees, the Ddukbokgi ($28) and Yukgaejang ($29), which came with four banchan. Ddukbokgi is chewy rice cakes, gochujang, onion, and bulgogi. We thought it was only ok -- we've had better, including at Mandu in the past. Yukgaejang was a new dish for me. The menu described it as a "spicy beef stew, brisket, noodles, shiitake, bean sprouts, and egg." I expected the brisket to be sliced and recognizably brisket, but it was pulled -- it looked and tasted more like pulled pork. The dish also didn't have any noodles in it. I didn't like it. The banchan was seaweed, bean sprouts, kimchi, and cucumbers. It was okay. Service at the bar was fine.

Chadol Korean BBQ was such a fun pick for our monthly dinner series! My friends and I had a great…read moretime and honestly left fullllll. For $45 per person, the all-you-can-eat experience feels like a really solid deal considering how many protein options and side dishes you get. They start you off with a variety of banchan (side dishes), including a salad with this super tasty dressing that had the perfect little spicy kick. For the BBQ, we kicked things off with the spicy bulgogi and butter garlic shrimp, while the others tried the pork belly (I don't eat pork). Later we ordered the steak, spicy brisket, and grilled squid, which were all delicious. The spicy brisket especially was a standout for me. The guys also ordered two rounds of fried dumplings that looked amazing, but since they contain pork, I had to sit those out. I'd love to see Chadol add a veggie dumpling option to the menu! As for the sides, the kimchi and cold glass noodles were both hits at our table, and of course we all added white rice. The "mashed potatoes" though? Definitely more like potato salad and unfortunately very bland. On the other hand, the cheese corn costs extra but is 1000% worth adding. For drinks, the guys enjoyed the Woody Old Fashioned while I had a mezcal margarita-style cocktail that was smoky and refreshing. We also ordered one of the chicken options but never received it and eventually just gave up on it. One of the coolest parts of the experience is the ordering system. Most meats are ordered directly from a machine at your table, and the food comes out quickly on this conveyor belt-style setup which was honestly so fun. Drinks and side dishes are ordered through the servers. The atmosphere was lively and energetic without feeling overwhelming. The restaurant is actually much larger inside than I expected, with a modern setup that works well for smaller groups. That said, I didn't really notice tables for larger parties, so I'm not sure how they accommodate groups bigger than 6 people. Service started off a little rough because our server wasn't very attentive, but after I called it out, he definitely stepped it up and things improved. Overall, Chadol was a really good experience and absolutely worth the price. The 1.5-hour seating limit makes sense too, both to keep things moving and give others a chance to enjoy the experience. I'd definitely go back!

I ate here around a year ago and reviewed them on google. The food is not good, service is slow,…read morefor some reason you can't order certain things with the tablet, and it's really easy to miss the little automated train thing that brings out your food. This place has negative reviews deleted on Google. Spend your money elsewhere, there's better Korean food in DC.

Found this restaurant on the way to Phillips Collection. Nice modern exterior, I sat on neat salt…read morebench. I had a 3-course lunch. Creative and tasty dishes and lots of curated drinks. I really enjoyed my experience.

New neighborhood staple! We've been twice now- once for a happy hour at the bar and a restaurant…read moreweek lunch. Both times were great! The bartender was knowledgeable and helped choose beverages. The happy hour menu is a great deal and we chose essentially every food item. Lunch was great as well! They were slammed and still were efficient with taking our order, service and checking in on us. Overall a great place and I hope to return soon for dinner!

This one feels most authentic…read more.. Before I say anything else yes, parking is limited. Why? Because it's in an area dominated by industrial businesses. Not a retail space. Boo-hoo, look around and you'll find a spot unless you're driving a yacht. Now, to the setting and the food...the setting is the way I like it. Rustic, clean, unassuming, not fancied up. Wooden privacy screens are set in between tables. (Perhaps because of Covid? Not sure.) This to me was really comfortable, didn't feel like I was stuck in a cattle car. I'm sure there's Korean BBQ here but we weren't at such a table. In fact it looked like grills had been removed from some tables and replaced with wooden covers. So nice to have that extra space because... Ordered bibimbap, bulgogi, steamed dumplings, etc. The extra side dishes I enjoy (kimchi, sprouts, etc.) were there as well. Ice tea, yadda yadda. Korean music was playing but it wasn't loud, on another screen by the kitchen I could see Family Guy. Again, not loud or intrusive. Didn't feel like they skimped on portions, there was plenty. Almost too much, wasn't sure I'd manage to finish the bulgogi but I did...mmm. Overall, this place is a nice break from other places. If you want to take someone out and just enjoy yourselves, this would be it. Perhaps a bit different when full, but still. Btw, it's been 13 years since I first went here. This week was only the second time. I totally forgot where it was or whether it was still around. So glad it is.

My goto place for Korean food especially if you are in the Rockville area. It is a hole in a wall…read morewith ads of Korean Soju posted all over their walls. This place is on the other side of the Twinbrook metro. Definitely, old korean cooking with banchan and etc. Expect the service to be real slow since theres only one server but theyre really nice as they apologize for tending so slow. Be kind to them or dont dine if you have to be out at a certain time.

I really love their kfc. Very spicy. I also like the sweet pancake which is the main reason I came…read morehere their food is pretty good I would definitely come back again. Service was great it's a little bare-bones but they cook things rather quickly and it's tasty

Came to Bul on a Sunday and really enjoyed my time there…read more The pork belly was good. I liked how it came out sizzling and thought the garlic added a nice level of flavor to the wraps. The star was the soy garlic half chicken. This dish can feed 2-3 people easily. The flavors came through and the chicken was so juicy. Would definitely come back for the chicken!

What a fantastic place to grab some delicious food and drinks!…read more Ambiance: it's like having dinner in someone's comfy kitchen. No reservations, just stop on by, grab a seat, and order your food at the counter. Service: service was pretty fast once our food was ordered. Staff were pretty good and they moved quickly to accommodate all guests. Drinks: they have a pretty solid list of local beers and ciders along with wines. Food: I ordered the Jjajangmyeon which was scrumptious! The roasted black bean sauce added some sweetness to the savory flavor oozing out of the shrimp and scallops. The noodles were perfectly cooked and the cucumber on top helped cooled the dish. I also ordered a side of cabbage kimchi which was the perfect addition to my meal. My boyfriend ordered and loved the Spicy bulgogi stir fry and I must say, it was delicious, even from the small bite that I had. Overall, this was a delectable meal and I'm looking forward to returning.

I've ordered from Chiko on Uber Eats more times than I can count, so I already knew I was a fan…read morebefore finally dining in. My go-to order is the soy-marinated brisket, smashed salmon, duck fried rice, and their incredible homemade kimchi. On my recent visit to the restaurant, I decided to branch out and try a few new things. The chicken wings were outstanding. Perfectly crispy with a delicious seasoning that had me reaching for another one immediately. I also tried the house fried rice for the first time, and it was packed with flavor and cooked perfectly. The restaurant itself has a very relax atmosphere, and I was pleasantly surprised to learn they offer a happy hour with some great deals. I didn't get a chance to take advantage of it this visit, but it's definitely given me another reason to come back soon. Whether you're ordering delivery or dining in, Chiko continues to impress. Highly recommend!

Bangbop serves up some modern Korean food in the Foxhall 'hood, such as LA Galbi rice bowl, pork…read morebelly bossam, etc. They also provide catering, too! We came here for an early lunch, and ordered: +the Fried Beef Dumplings - fried a little too hard; the soy dipping sauce could have been better, as it was a little watered down +the Bulgogi Kimbap - this was okay +Tteokbokki - not a fan of the flavors; it was just overly sweet, and the sauce was just too thin for us +the LA Galbi Rice Bowl - topped with grilled sweet-soy beef short ribs with a choice of 3 banchans; we opted for the kimchi, the spinach, and the pickled radish & carrots; the veggies were fresh, but this was more on the bland side +the Spicy Pork Belly Bowl - topped with grilled gochujang-marinated Berkshire pork belly, served with a side of kimchi, stir-fried eggplant, and spinach; the pork belly had good color on it, but like the other bowl, it was more on the bland side Staff were friendly, and there is both indoor and outdoor seating. The place is cutely-decorated with the paper flowers and lanterns. Ordering online was easy, and the items were ready at the time that was estimated. There are spots available on Lingan. +online ordering is seamless +friendly staff & service +indoor/outdoor seating available +parking available on Lingan

Bangbop is rocking the delivery, a prime reason to give them a try. Some days you just need to have…read morea meal delivered to your door, so I'm so happy to have found them. You can avoid some fees by ordering delivery directly through their website. I put my order into uber eats, and it was at least $15 more than going directly through the website. Crazy. The food was quite tasty. I love that you can get kimchi either as a side or in a large 32 oz container. It lasted a few days and was so good. Top notch kimchi. We also had to get a beef bulgogi, and it was packed. Good stuff. Theirs has very nice lotus root in it, which I definitely appreciated. You don't see that often enough. The portion was generous, too, and good beef. We also tried the kimbap, which was one of the main reasons we ordered - we were craving it. They offer it in both tuna and beef. Both were tasty, but not the stars of the meal. The menu is quite large and has sandwiches ranging from classic banh mi to bulgogi cheesesteaks. They have korean pizzas, too, &pizza style.

So sad they don't have any joints in California because this would be a total hit especially for a…read morequick and affordable lunch. The kimchi crunch was a good sized portion and filling. The menu is super easy to follow, which feels like a no brainer but it's really easy to assemble/ tweak an item on the menu and add your own toppings. Dining in isn't anything particularly spectacular, but it was clean and easy to find seating. Also, they get your food out very quickly huuuge plus! Though, my only complaint is they needed more kimchi.

Korean bowls are great, they feel like a decent compromise on value and nutrition (as far as eating…read moreout goes). Bowls are packed with relatively nutritious ingredients, and I can rarely finish a whole bowl in one sitting. SeoulSpice kept up with that trend, generally, but the execution left me hanging a bit. The japchae were on the overcooked side, with a soft spaghetti-like texture and a thickness to them that didn't remind me of glass noodles I'm used to. And then the pork...cut like brisket into thick slabs, chewy and almost gristly in some bites. Just not great. I think with some tweaks to the ingredients this place could be great like other Korean bowl spots, but on my visit it just wasn't there.

What an unexpected gem! My friends were looking for something quick for lunch and we would not have…read morefound this spot had we not been staying in a neighborhood nearby. This is definitely a hole in the wall-type restaurant. The exterior isn't great, and honestly the inside isn't much either. There's no place to sit, you come to order your food and go- but the service and quality of the food more than make up for it. We ordered an XL order of soy garlic wings (20 pieces) and a M order of honey spicy (10 pieces) and it was more than enough for 6 people. The crunch and flavor were TOP. I heard great things about the honey lemon pepper wings only after we placed our order, but unfortunately we didn't get to order any. I also have to shout out the employee that took our order. He was so friendly to us and also threw in extra sauces and Oreos when he saw we were celebrating my bachelorette. That extra touch of customer service made our visit here memorable. I'll be back to try the honey lemon pepper soon! - Ambiance: 3/5 - Food: 5+/5 - Service: 5++/5

Ding ding ding! We have a winner! This place is UNBEATABLE in the category of wings. Whether you…read morelike Korean inspired wings or not it will be difficult to deny the GREATNESS here. Don't take it from me...if you're on social media you'll see that food influencers have travelled from afar to rate these wings. And even they were in disbelief how amazing these wings were. The honey lemon pepper is not just a unique sounding flavor but the taste execution is something else. If you haven't tried KoChix don't walk...RUN! Service is always nice and they get orders ready fairly quickly for a fried wing joint. Ambiance isn't much to write about. Kind of your standard takeout place. We got the wings and stood outside and enjoyed them. The weather was nice. Bring plenty of paper towels and water to rinse your hands off.