The Food While planning for a Lake Tahoe trip, my wife and I discovered this niche stop along the way that is Moon's Korean Kitchen. We made a pit stop, and ordered their Kimchi Spam Rice Bowl, along with Pork Rib Soybean Paste Soup. The order also came with banchan, side dishes with cucumber, radish, and kimchi. The Kimchi Spam Rice Bowl had a good mix of ingredients and was delicious. The Pork Rib Soybean Paste Soup was flavorful and has a good kick to it. There are other dishes on the menu that look interesting, but perhaps next time. The Miscellaneous The Moon's Korean Kitchen is along US-50, about midway between Sacramento and South Lake Tahoe. You can miss it if you zoom through the highway. The restaurant is not super big per say, but there's a decent amount of seating for its size. During the time we went, it seemed like the owner was soloing the entire place. But the food came at a reasonable time. The restaurant doesn't have an extensive menu, but it's straightforward with variety. There are appetizers with barbeque, stews, noodles, amongst others. Though it is not a place one would visit often, they do have yummy food. Would recommend making the pit stop if you are around the area. read more

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This place is definitely a must try. A family owned restaurant. Everyone is so nice. It's a dive but it's so good. Ordered extra spicy and it was fire There is a bit of a wait for the food because there's only one cook but definitely worth the wait. No wait time to sit down. Order at the kiosk machine is quick and easy. read more

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This gem of a spot is worth the visit! It's just Mr. Moon working by himself so be prepared to wait, especially during rush hours. He's understanding and will cancel the order if you can't afford to wait. I went two weekends in a row on two different ski trips. The first time we were at the end of a big lunch rush and there was traffic so we decided to just sit and wait. The wait was loong like over an hour and a half BUT worth it! super filling and tasty. Food is actually spicy so be careful of which spice level you choose. Despite the wait, we decided to return a week later, and luckily the second time there was no wait. We split the kimchi fried rice, pork rib bean paste stew, tteokbokki, and pork bulgogi. Huge portions, all very good. My favorite is the pork rib bean paste stew. Comes with rice and banchan. Delicious! Please support small businesses like Mr. Moon's :) read more

Went here after a long day of skiing, and this was the best decision for food we could have made. We ordered spicy kimchi spam fried rice, and the pork bulgogi, and, while we wished there was a bit more spam in the fried rice, it was absolutely delicious. Be prepared to wait a little bit if you're ordering to go simply because they're short staffed and don't have as many cooktops. Nevertheless, it was worth the wait and will definitely be back next time I'm in the area! read more

A Hidden Gem in the Mountains! Moons Korean Kitchen is hands-down one of the best surprises tucked away in Kyburz! The food is bursting with flavor -- authentic, comforting, and clearly made with love. We had the bulgogi and kimchi fried rice, and every bite was incredible. Portions were generous, and everything came out hot and fresh. The owners are so kind and welcoming -- you truly feel like you're being served a home-cooked meal by family. It's rare to find a spot that feels this personal and delicious in such a remote location. Whether you're passing through or planning a trip to the area, make sure to stop here. It's worth the drive. Don't miss it! read more

Moon's Korean Kitchen - Food is fantastic!!! - Korean Near Me - Kyburz, California

Price was a bit much but the flavors can't beat. The kimchi fried rice was bomb totally recommended read more

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Every time I drive through 50 I always noticed this little joint and today we decided to try since we were already fueling up next door and let me tell you!!! I don't know why I never stopped here before sooner , that rice was so fireee and by that I mean it was delicious one of the best fried rice I ever had , the mild spicy definitely has a kick and every bite you take you'll taste few different things! I recommend it! read more

Moon's Korean Kitchen - Chicken mild spicy fried rice - Korean Near Me - Kyburz, California

Very good. Highly recommend. Service: not bad Food: excellent Position: hard to see. Heating doesn't work read more

I'm angry. I'm so angry. It's been a few days since I came here. I hadn't had a meal at all that day on my long drive including stops due to exceedingly long lines or just being forgotten about and then I got here. And honestly I cannot blame the hunger for why this is the best Korean food I have ever had--including all the Ktown restaurants in LA It's not much to look at outside, not fancy, easy to pass (unless you're starving, have to pee, and love Asian food) and wow I'm glad I stopped. I ordered the pork bulgogi and I stopped breathing for a moment when I took my first bite of kimchi...hard to find a truly perfect kimchi. This was the best kimchi I ever have had. I had to decline more because I already knew I was going to need a box. The pork bulgogi I did spice level two and it was just spicy enough for me. Why am I angry after a fantastic (and peaceful with the calm music and it being empty while I was then) meal? Because I live 7 hours away. 7 hours. If I ever go back to Tahoe, I'll be back without a doubt. read more

Moon's Korean Kitchen - Pork bulgogi and sides (rice not pictured) - Korean Near Me - Kyburz, California

Absolutely delicious Korean food in this surprising hole in the wall. The chef was so busy handling everything by himself and there was a bit of a wait but it was worth it. Very casual dining vibe, comfortable and nice after a long day of driving. read more

Moon's Korean Kitchen - Tteookkbeoki - Korean Near Me - Kyburz, California

Christine's new restaurant is great!! Try the potstickers. Can't wait to visit next time.

Decided to give this spot a try on our way to Sacramento from Lake Tahoe. The place was small but nicely decorated. The restaurant must be run by one man because he was working really hard cooking, doing dishes and running food. They had a touch screen ordering system that I wasn't too fond of but it worked in the end. The food was ok nothing spectacular but it filled us up and we enjoyed the little stop on our way. read more

I've had the pleasure of eating at this restaurant now several times and I've had the pleasure of talking to the owner Mr. Moon himself. Given his small space this man makes his restaurant a very welcoming space and the flavor profiles he can achieve using the most basic of ingredients is nothing short of cooking excellence and passion for the craft! I Highly recommend you stop by if your ever in Silverfork CA on your way to Tahoe that you stop and eat here Mr. Moon won't disappoint. Keep on rocking Mr. Moon you have my support! read more

Moon's Korean Kitchen - Egg drop soup DELICIOUS! Flavor transcends the dish. - Korean Near Me - Kyburz, California

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This place is slept on so bad . It's sooo good some of the best ramen I had and wasn't expensive at all . Spent around 50$ for my man's and I . The owner or the chef was super sweet . Cute cozy little place . read more

We really enjoyed coming here from Lake Tahoe. It's a bit of a drive from Lake Tahoe but the small no frills all taste was definitely worth it. The restaurant has been running for three months and Mr. Moon is a one man show! From speaking to him, he has over 20 years of experience in the restaurant business and he finally made his dream of owning a restaurant a reality. I'm really rooting for him to succeed with this restaurant because he's one of the good guys. Why? The previous restaurant had a no bathroom unless you're a customer policy but Moon has changed that. His reasoning is they are travel quite far to get to Tahoe and people need to go. He also takes care of the neighborhood cats when the owner is out of town. Just a good dude who can cook a mean Korean dish. You have to root for that. We will visit here every time we visit Tahoe. Hopefully his restaurant will gain a lot of traction! read more

Moon's Korean Kitchen - Quick glimpse of the menu. - Korean Near Me - Kyburz, California

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Great food for this little kitchen. However the wait can be long since there was only one person there running the entire place. Thank you Justin for the gyoza and egg drop soup, the kids enjoyed it. It took us about an hour to get food here. Otherwise the kimchi fried rice was excellent read more

If you want an excellent, homecooked ramen meal that is obviously made with love, eat at Moon's! If you go there during business hours and the door is locked, that's because he's too busy. I recommend waiting it out, once he gets caught up he'll unlock the door and your dreams of delicious ramen will be fulfilled! read more

Moon's Korean Kitchen - Raman with chicken dumplings - Korean Near Me - Kyburz, California

Delicious food that is made authentically and with care. Great stop to make on your way to and from Tahoe. read more

Very good food. Tasted like great home cooking. A hidden gem. Ramen with bean sprouts and pork very good and spicy.

I arrived at 12:30pm for lunch on a Wednesday and they had signs saying they were open but the door was locked and they looked closed inside. read more

We were surprised to find such great Korean food in the foothills! it was really good. I ordered the pork tofu stew and my husband order vegetarian tofu stew. It was medium but quite spicey. We had breakfast there as well. Ask to get your coffee when you order. read more

Delicious food! Very authentic and lots of flavor! Service was absolutely amazing! While we were eating my toddler asked him for fries and he immediately brought them out for him no charge! My mom also asked for something sweet and he brought some yummy chocolates also on the house! He may run this establishment all by himself but he truly has amazing customer service and food is worth trying! read more

Came a long way because they said they were open. It's 3:44 PM on a Saturday. Llocked up. Signage on the door says they're open. Never coming back. read more

Definitely worth a stop. The food was delicious. Served sizzling hot. Everything was tasty read more

Moon's Korean Kitchen - Vegetarian Ramen and pork pot stickers - Korean Near Me - Kyburz, California

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Over the past decades I have tried many a Korean restaurant in the greater Bay Area and found the best yet hidden on Highway 50! This is a one man operation and I have nothing but the greatest respect for this Korean transplant who came here from Arizona last year to make a living in what is likely one of the very hardest places to operate a restaurant profitably. And he does so with the most incredible amount of understatement, commitment and optimism. To all self entitled people out there, copy some work ethic right here! Everything we tried here was fantastic. This will be now our regular stop on I-50. Thank you for being here! read more

We stopped there on 7/6/24 at 6:45 pm for dinner since reviews were awesome. Pretty authentic, 1 man's kitchen. Restaurant had few people around and inside looked empty. Seems like 1 customer in front on me. I order 2 plates from the entrance computer (only option, the chef is cooking). It took 85 to 90minutes to get our plates. Seems like a group of 8 had ordered before me. And maybe 2-3 more clients. Food was great. No complaints there, for sure. But that made a dents in my travel schedule back to the Bay for sure. Im not stressed out about this, probably I got unlucky, but ask (use the bell) Moon if he has a lot of orders in queue. read more

Moon's Korean Kitchen - Korean Miso mushroom pastas Edamame Seafood fried rice - Korean Near Me - Kyburz, California

I am Korean American. This place has delicious and legit Korean comfort food. The fried rice, spicy pork, and tofu stew are all very tasty. Makes me wish I had some soju. Next time. The food travels well and is easy to reheat so it's perfect for road trips. read more

Moon's Korean Kitchen - Spicy pork. Would go perfectly with soju. - Korean Near Me - Kyburz, California

The food was absolutely phenomenal. I got the Korean chicken wings and spicy stirfry pork. I can't say enough how delicious the food was the owner. Christine had made some suggestions and they were well worth. It will definitely go back again for the delicious food and the wonderful people. Definitely a 10/10 read more

So head over heels for this place! Perfect location and restaurant for a pit stop up to Tahoe. I'm thankful it offers something different from the usual New American and Mexican cuisine off 50. Quick and convenient service using a touch pad to order. The touchpad comes with pictures of every meal and there's plenty of Vegan and Vegetarian dishes! The owner was also very accommodating and friendly. I will stop here every time on my way up 50. read more

Moon's Korean Kitchen - Korean Near Me - Kyburz, California

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We skipped breakfast to eat good for this 50 min detour we took for nothing. Says they are open everywhere but were clearly closed.

The food here is fantastic--especially impressive given it's a one-person operation. Because of that, I recommend showing patience and respect for the effort and quality. The dishes were a bit spicy for my taste, and there isn't an obvious option to request milder heat, so be prepared if you prefer less spice. Still, I'd happily return, though I'd keep my expectations realistic. The building itself is older, which can make the dining area feel a bit drafty. But overall, it's wonderful that a place like this exists, and I'm grateful for the unique experience and flavor it provides. read more

Best Korean food I've ever had! So tasty and delicious, will definitely stop by again!

I love this place. We were on our way back home from Lake Tahoe and was craving some ramen for lunch.  We drove past this little place and noticed the "ramen" flag.  We turned back around and parked.  To our surprise, it was open on Christmas Day!  It is a very small place. The owner was the only one working and even though it was only him, we didn't wait very long for our food to come out. We ordered tteokboki for appetizer. It is a rice cake dish that had slices of fishcake, an egg, and scallions in a spicy sauce. We added cheese to it.  Omg, it was amazing.  The rice cake texture was nice and chewy.  The broth was just the right spice level and the cheese mixed into it just made it taste so good.  I complimented the cook and he said, "yeah, of course, I made it!" Lol. We also ordered a pork rib ramen as well as the army stew.  The noodles we're perfect.  They each came in a nice little pot.  The army stew had little pieces of spam, beef, egg & veggies in a beef stew.  It comes spicy but you are able to request it to be a little less.  Very tasty. The pork rib ramen was spicy and the egg was mixed in.  The pork fell off the rib which was nice.  Both ramens were perfect on a somewhat cold day. The last thing we ordered was the shrimp fried rice.  It came with a side of egg drop soup.  The fried rice was very flavorful and has a lot of veggies in it.  I really like when there's a good mix of veggies to rice.  It also had a good amount of shrimp in it too and it wasn't over cooked.  The fried egg on top was perfect with the crispy edges and a good amount of yolk still.  Gotta have that satisfying egg yolk break with the fork, ya know?! The unfortunate thing is that even though there is a gas station next to it where people can use the restroom and though it says only paying customers can use the restroom here, people kept stopping in and crowding the place.  It was quite annoying.  The owner even had to come out of the kitchen to tell everyone not ordering to leave. I wish this was close by because honestly, it would be a place we would go to often when craving the food.  But, we will have to stop by again when we are going to or coming from Tahoe again. read more

고맙습니다 We loved the food and it was on the way to Lake Tahoe! So happy we needed a bathroom break because we discovered a hidden gem. I love Korean food and this one is so authentic! read more

Delicious food! Very accommodating for my friend who is gluten free. Portions are big enough to share, but get a couple of items so you can share read more

Amazing food! Includes multiple options for vegetarian food. Kimchi fried rice is best 10/10

This place was great for a quick bite after hiking in desolation forest! Initially walking in, it's a little awkward as you're greeted with a tablet to order on. There aren't any modifications that can be made directly in the iPad, but the owners (I'm assuming) are very kind and accommodating and help with the order process and modifications if needed. We ordered the tofu soup vegan (no egg), there was an option for spicy or no spicy and the spicy was hot (so be aware). The shrimp fried rice was delicious but the shrimp weren't anything special. There is a nice little outside area where we were able to bring our dog. Overall we'd return for the quick service and good food. read more

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Absolutely stop here on your way to Tahoe or back!! Or if you're like us and live locally, come here asap. This is one of the best restaurants in the county. Such an amazing experience overall. We ordered the pork ribs and stew (also with pork ribs) and shared both. The spice level was perfect and the meat was as tender as it gets. The sundubu broth was the best I've ever had. All of the complex flavors, perfect fermentations, spices and aromatics... just excellent. We ate every last bite and left feeling stuffed and talked about the food on our whole drive home. Service was wonderful, too. Moon is friendly and attentive and it felt like going to someone's house and having a home cooked meal. I could not be happier. I only wish I took some photos of our food, but I guess I'll just have to go back :) read more

If you're on your way to Tahoe or coming back from Tahoe, this place is a must. Not only is the service AMAZING, but so is the food. I got the seafood ramen, and it hit the spot. It didn't taste like your typical boring store bought ramen. Something about it was different and it was so good. The noodles were cooked to perfection, still had a nice chew. My boyfriend got the Spicy Pork Stirfry and it was a big portion with a great meat/veggie ratio. Well rounded meal! The owner was super sweet and made our experience unforgettable. We will definitely come back everytime we come this way! read more

Moon's Korean Kitchen - Seafood Ramen - Korean Near Me - Kyburz, California

Charming place on highway 50. Has a nice ordering kiosk. The server was very sweet and friendly. They helped tailor my ramen to tofu base since I don't eat beef. Will come again when in the area. read more

Moon's Korean Kitchen - Inside - Korean Near Me - Kyburz, California

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