My bf and I come more often than I'd like to admit. We loveeee the rose tteokbokki with ramen noodles added and recently discovered the chicken wings. The wings were so crispy and juicy. Service is always good, the girl is always friendly and great with water refills and checking in. read more

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Lovely place. My go to when I have a craving or wanting a bite after shopping at the Marina outlets. Had the Kimichi fried rice with spam, veggie pot stickers and tokgochi. Delicious! Melanie (hope I remembered her name correctly) is welcoming, nice and friendly. I would definitely recommend this spot. It is truly a hidden gem. Can't wait to try other dishes. Food is tasty and prices are good too, especially happy hour. Check them out and support local restaurants! read more

Naan Soju Bang - Veggie potstickers - Noodles Near Me - San Leandro, California

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So, the best part was the service. We had a young lady with glasses. She is so sweet. It was our first time here and she made great recommendations and explained the dishes to us. She checked on us and was so polite and welcoming. We started with cocktails as they have a full bar with some premium liquors. She brought over these cute round crackers as a starter. They are kind of sweet. I really liked them and had never seen them before. We had the Cheese Corn, mussels and fries, and Rose Tokpoki. Everything was really good. It was too much food for 2 people, but we wanted to try a few things. My favorite was the Rose Tokpoki. And it was also good the next day! There was a parking lot and street parking. The place was clean. Good music playing. Service was friendly. read more

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I can't believe a pocha opened up in my neighborhood! Naan Soju Bang is a Korean bar serving up delicious bites that pair perfectly with drinks. The service is quick and friendly, the music is on point, and there are two TVs playing baseball--great vibes all around. My friends and I stopped by for happy hour to grab some drinks and dinner, and it did not disappoint. First off, the drinks were solid--super tasty and well-made. But the real standout was the food. Honestly, this was some of the best pocha food I've had in the Bay, better than a lot of the more hyped spots. Everything came out piping hot: Corn cheese had an insane cheese pull--so satisfying. Chicken wings were ultra crispy, almost glass-like, with great flavor. Pretty sure there was turmeric or curry powder in the seasoning for an extra kick. Seafood pancake was packed with seafood. Not the best I've had, but still very good. And the Rose Tteokbokki? Absolute star of the night. The sauce was rich and savory (not too sweet), and the rice cakes were cooked perfectly--chewy and fun to eat. Food here seems to be very intentional and thought through by the chef/owners! I'm definitely coming back with more friends. If you're looking for great Korean bar food and drinks in a chill setting, this place is a San Leandro gem. read more

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Oh man, two snaps up for both the Tokpoki and the Rose Tokpoki! If you need some solid comfort food that feels like Italian and Korean food had a baby, get either of these with ramen and mozzarella. You will not be disappointed. Be aware that the serving is tremendously generous, and one order could probably have filled up both of us hearty eaters. The place is small and cozy, nothing fancy, screens for sports watching. That said, it's solid in both the food and the service, and you'll be glad you found this little nook. Just writing about it is making me want to go there now! read more

Great food and great service. Food came out timely and was easily shareable. Everyone enjoyed each of the food especially the rose poki. Place was moderately quiet while we were there other than conversations which is expected since it does have alcohol read more

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Wine and cream mussels with fries was yummy. Could taste the wine in the entree, and this would be doubly delicious if you can add rice vermicelli with it as the rice vermicelli would soak up the sauce. *hint hint! Rose tokpoki was hearty and spice level was good enough for us. We did not add ramen as that would have been too much carb. If only they allow a little more customization such as adding fish cakes etc. into this entree. Kimchi fried rice was subpar for the reason that it lacked flavor since the rice was on the bland side. read more

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Wow! I'm so happy we found this diamond in the rough tucked in a residential part of San Leandro. My bestie and I were searching for some warm food and good vibes late on Saturday night. This place was one of the few open after 9:30 pm. When we walked in, the ambiance was so cozy. Christmas lights and decor and soft lighting. There was a kpop playlist going but not too loudly. We were very hungry and everything on the menu looked so good. We asked the server for recommendations and she was so helpful. We're familiar with Korean pocha food and based on what she told us, we had to try the rosé tteokbokki (added ramen and cheese) and the chicken wings. We added the seafood pancake as well and a couple cokes to drink. The chicken came out first and it was CRONCHY. The chicken itself was marinated and the breading was seasoned too. I didn't even need a dipping sauce. Then came the tteokboki. First of all, it was huge! I knew our eyes were bigger than our stomachs! At first bite, we looked at each other and smiled. It was sooo deicious! Not too sweet and not too spicy. The rice cakes were pillowy soft and the pork belly slices added texture and flavor. I couldn't stop eating it and still had a bunch left over. Last came the seafood pancake. It came out so hot and crispy. I was getting full at that point so only ate a piece it. It tasted great with the sauce. I would say the prices are reasonable. Main dishes were $15-$20. We could have been full with just the chicken wings and tteokboki. They have a full bar, so drinks could raise your tab much higher. Service was super friendly and welcoming. The vibes were cozy and warm. This would be a great spot for a group - like 6-8 people - so you can try more things on the menu. I look forward to eating here again soon. read more

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Naan Soju Bang opened where Banju Bay once was. Same infrastructure, new decor/menu. Offerings (traditional Korean): appetizers, sides, mains-soups, army stew, tokpoki (rice cakes), fried rice), booze, drinks... Ordered One dish to eat in, one to go. Ready in 10ish minutes. Bites: Army Stew (22) -created after 925 War: aka Korean War in U.S. bases from supplies from U.S.: spam, ham.... -an healthier version served. didn't have much spam/ham in it. Noticed kimchi, ramen, spam bits, A few mini sausages/hot dogs, tofu, green onions. All added savory notes. Broth had hints of garlic, gochujang. Sharp notes of hotness from chili flakes was unexpected. Yummy for the non burning parts. -other savory notes from shitake mushrooms, dried anchovies, kelp, sea salt muted chili's burn. *broth a complex blend of flavas..not just prominent ones. Cheese corn (8) -lots mini corn niblets baked with mozzarella cheese. Very addictive from confluence of kewpie mayo, sugar, onions, salt... read more

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Omg was randomly searching for a new spot to try and came across this jewel !!! It's small and cute nicely decorated, the owner / waiter was so dope ! The food was fresh and amazing. We went the Tokpoki (Hella Good) , the wings were full of flavor, kimchi fried rice with spam was perfect!!! The drinks strong and tasty ! I would definitely come back it was empty and I don't understand why but hey more for me lol read more

Naan Soju Bang - Wings so good - Noodles Near Me - San Leandro, California

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Warm friendly vibes with comfort bar food Mussels and Fries - yummy sauce that you can soak the fries in and slurp up with the mussells Rose Dokbokki - rice cakes in gochuchang sauce, the rose means that they add cream in it. It was very tasty and heavy. the cream cooled down the spice, but i paid for the dairy after the meal. the owner recommended a different type of soju that went down smoother than others in a blue bottle. she was friendly and welcoming Overall i think this would be a good spot for a friends gathering! read more

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Quality/Quantity - Got lucky and made it for Happy Hour with 9 minutes to spare. So we decided to participate and got the following: Kimchi Potstickers - 10 for only $6 is a good deal. Deep fried and fairly small, but again a good deal. Fresh out of the fryer. Seafood Scallion Pancake - I think this is different from our usual Korean seafood scallion pancake. I did like it, but my wife did not as much. Tokgochi - Not sure why my daughter ordered this, as she knows I can make it better. But she craved it, so we got it. Actually, we got 2 orders. Steamed Egg - Again, two orders. This was good, but they came out at different times. When the second one came out, the first one deflated. Mussel Soup - Generous quantity, perfect quantity for 5 people. Good flavors, especially the broth. It did have two closed mussels, but we did not bother to bring it to their attention. Rose Tokpoki - When did my daughter like bacon?!?! This was actually my favorite dish! So creamy! So glad she ordered it. Too bad it arrived last and as light eaters, we were all full. The good news was that I will "doctor" it up tomorrow night for a round two dinner! I will create my own version of "Army Stew" using this as a base. Atmosphere - Very small local restaurant. Small parking lot, but plenty of spaces today. Open 5 days a week from 5pm to 10pm or 11pm; closed Sunday and Monday. Service - 5 Stars. The team and owner were very friendly and welcoming. Ashley, the waitress, was ON it. From making sure we got our order in for HH to keeping our waters filled, etc. The owner also spent some time talking to us. Price - $84 + tip. Reasonably priced for what we got. I think if we ordered more of the entrees, we might have enjoyed this more. Just means we need to come back. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success for the last 8 months. read more

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Really love this place ! Was able to grab some items from happy hour menu . The mussel soup was interesting but good ! I loved the fried rice . I can't wait to come back and try more items ! Quick service and friendly staff! read more

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Really happy to see a new Korean restaurant in San Leandro. Banju Bay was fine, but Naan Soju Bang is much better. Dropped by for the first time last night shortly after they opened and we were the only ones inside. The owner gave us a warm welcome, told us about the happy hour specials, and gave us time to peruse the menu. It's neither a tiny nor large menu, just the right amount of options for a few different plates, and what's on offer is pretty varied. We got the kimchi potstickers, army stew, tokgochi, chilled kimchi noodles, and the mussels and fries. My husband loved the mussels and fries, which is one of his very favorite dishes (so the bar is set high for him). He cleaned his plate and dumped the rest of his fries in the sauce to soak up all that flavor. I loved the kimchi potstickers, which were fried to a nice crisp and had great kimchi flavor. There were quite a few to an order. However, the army stew was the standout dish of the night for me. I absolutely loved it. Just enough for two people, it was a mix of tofu, spam, ramen noodles, and kimchi, topped with a boiled egg. Just the perfect thing to eat on a cold winter night, with an absolutely delicious broth. I could've eaten the entire pot myself and ordered nothing else and would've been happy. I didn't really care for the cold kimchi noodles, only because I felt the sauce was too sweet. I also disliked the texture of the tokgochi, which were a bit hard on the outside, felt almost hollow to the tooth on the inside, and tasted a bit bland. We came back tonight for round two because there were other things we wanted to try on the menu, and again were the only people inside when we arrived at the same time as last night. This time we got the tokpoki and the spam and egg fried rice. Everything was delicious. The tokpoki has a good kick of spiciness but nothing very intense. It was enjoyable without being overwhelming and killing all of the flavor. The fried rice was flavorful, the egg cooked perfectly so we got some nice runny yolk, and very generous with the spam. Like the dishes from last night, everything was sharable between two people, but if you're hoping to share with a group, order a little more. The owner was just as friendly and welcoming the second night as she was the first. Super kind, checked in on us just enough, and even gave us a complimentary Korean snack while we waited for our meal. The vibe is much better here than it was when this was Banju Bay. Naan Soju Bang is definitely going to be part of our regular restaurant rotation. Really hoping this place does well. Be sure to check them out. read more

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4.8/5 this place really does their korean flavours well! their rose tteokbokki is soooo good the flavour is insanely rich and creamy and tasty, i will say tho i find myself wishing there was more of the rice cakes i felt like there was a LOT of meat but only a few rice cakes, the mussels in the cream sauce was sooo good i loved dipping the fries in the sauce, would highly recommend definitely come here with a group so u can try more things ! the service was very good and the owner was nice and helpful read more

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This place is dangerously delicious--in the best possible way! From the moment you walk in, the warm and welcoming owner makes you feel right at home with service that's as inviting as the food. I tried the Rosé Tteokbokki with extra mozzarella cheese, and it was absolutely mouthwatering! The creamy sauce combined with the stretchy cheese was pure heaven. Honestly, I was so tempted to order it again the very next day, but I had to show some restraint! And let's not forget about the cheese corn--it was rich, creamy, and utterly scrumptious, a perfect side that left me craving for more. San Leandro has gained another local gem! read more

Naan Soju Bang - Mmmmmm..the scrumptious Rosé Tteokbokki with mozzarella cheese! - Noodles Near Me - San Leandro, California

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I've come here twice in the past couple weeks, and I am a HUGE fan and sincerely hope that this place stays open forever! My favorites here are the rose tteokbokki (with added ramen and cheese!), as well as the kimchi fried rice. Melanie made a fantastic lychee mocktail for me as well and it was DELICIOUS. Pros: - happy hour menu available for some cheaper apps, eats, and drinks! - the rose tteokbokki is FIRE. it's so good, comes out at the PERFECT warm temperature, super QQ texture rice cakes and the ramen just makes it so much better. The sauce, is *chef's kiss*. Tastes just as good the next day too! - The fish cake soup was really good after having a ton of drinks! - really cute modern ambiance with KPOP playing in the background, it's such a cute vibe where it's not too dark, not too bright, and not too loud. You can still hear your friends' conversations but it's not so dead quiet that it's awkward. - Very efficient service, and Melanie the server/owner(?) is so kind and friendly. I honestly feel like she has a better handle on this place than Banju Bay that was here before at this location. - I am very into the concept of a limited menu which makes choices easier - EVERYTHING on the menu is pretty much delicious, you can't go wrong with the corn cheese, potstickers, and other appetizers. - Lots of drinks available! Love that there's soju, long islands, beers, tons to choose from. - Best for parties of 2-4, there's one larger yellow table in the middle that can hold maybe like 8 people but overall the place is pretty small and intimate. - Easy parking lot! Cons: - none. come here now and support this local business! Already can't wait to be back. read more

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This place is def a hidden gem! We decided to check it out since my parents live across the street. We got the rose tteoboki w mozarellla cheese and egg, their whole fried chicken special, gyoza ans cheese corn. We also ordered their albae soju. Everything was perfect, the service was pleasant and quick. My only request is I wish there's more noodles in the tteoboki bec the sauce was so good! read more

Such a cute restaurant with an eclectic and fun menu and a full bar. They have some unique Korean "street food", like Korean fish cake soup and tteokbokki, even velvety rose tteokbokki. Plus kimchi rice with spam, seafood pancake, chicken wings, army stew and more. But, interestingly, they also serve mussels in a divine wine and cream sauce with a side of fries (fyi this is NOT the mussel soup, it's at the bottom of the mains menu). They have one kids offering and it is, in my opinion, a perfect one: chicken nuggets and fries. My kid loves them. The owner is very vibrant and engaging, and makes the restaurant feel cozy and welcoming. And I will ALWAYS give kudos to service that is family-friendly: as soon as we walked in she was ready to take our kid's order before we decided on everything else. We did not try all the drink offerings, lots of soju cocktails plus, of course, beer and soju. All decently priced. Lots of parking, 3 large TVs playing sports, and the general vibe at Naan Soju Bang, makes this such a wonderful spot in San Leandro. Ohhhh and my son wanted to let everyone know that their "Excellent" ice cream CUBES are a perfect way to the end the meal. read more

Naan Soju Bang - A full bar! - Noodles Near Me - San Leandro, California

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A++++ Best Korean tavern food/street food you'll find in the SL area. Great space to hang with a group of friends. Excellent alcohol selection. Nicest people running it. Everyone should go there and support. read more

food; tokgochi was hot, crispy with a chewy interior, corn cheese had a good amount of cheese and leaned more towards the savory than the sweet side, i prefer a bit more sugar in that dish. the mussels with wine and cream sauce and fries were my favorite, however it would be nice if in the future if it were possible to choose between either fries or white rice to eat with the rest of the amazing sauce that its paired with! kimchi fried rice was a little flat and lacked the punch that my friends and i expected from the dish. service; mel was super attentive, friendly and checked in with us often during our meal and offered suggestions for when we were stumped on what to order :) there's also an option to pay digitally through a qr code on the bill. ambiance; interior is super cute with fairy lights/lighting isn't harsh so its great for going out with friends/people who enjoy kpop, because they have songs playing in the background. overall; definitely going back again during their happy hours to try more stuff when im back in town! read more

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Stopped in on a Thursday evening for a dinner with hubby after finding this place on Yelp and was super happy to find this cute little Korean Pocha in San Leandro! They're pretty new and it's very clean inside, with a well stocked bar. They had my favorite beer from Korea, Terra beer and the fries were delicious and piping hot. Service was super fast and excellent. For our entrees we ordered the pork belly plate and the rose Tokpokki, both were excellent and very hot, with great flavors, and the sizes were pretty big. I especially loved the creamy flavor in the rose Tokpokki and was eyeing the other food items on the menu. This place definitely looks like a great little hangout spot and I'll be back!! This is definitely a spot to take friends to and share the food plates so that's our plan! read more

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Rose Tokpoki - great Maynor's chicken wing - decent French fries - pretty good Clean inside Service is great We ordered take out. Forgot to take pics. read more

Came here with the family bam one night and we had a great time. The foods was all so yummy and the customer service was great. Its a very cute spot for first date or just any events. Definitely recommend to check this place out!!! Wish I could share the photos i took. For some reason its not letting me upload them boo read more

I discovered this hidden gem on a Friday night with my girlfriends. We saw on Yelp that it was newly opened and wanted to give it a try. Tucked away in a quiet residential area, this cozy gastropub offers a variety of comforting Korean food. It reminded me of my drunken college nights in NY's Ktown. Our favorite dish was the tteokbokki. The rice cakes were thick but pillowy. The sauce was rich and flavorful with a bright spicy taste. It was not too sweet or overwhelming. We could definitely have ordered another plate. The corn cheese and army stew were also delicious and comforting. The owner was very welcoming and seemed very passionate about Korean food. The vibes and music are 100%. We will definitely revisit again! read more

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First time trying this place! Oh my god, such a hidden gem. Super cute & simple inside and had TVs everywhere which was great. Our server was so sweet and attentive and made sure we were good the entire time. Food great. The rose tteobukki (sorry can't spell it) was DELICIOUS! The best I've had. Their mussels were ok, kinda bland but their fries were perfectly fried lol. Also had the steak, good also! read more

Naan Soju Bang - Mussels & fries - Noodles Near Me - San Leandro, California

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When we walked in, the owner and server were immediately attentive. They gave us recommendations on what to get and explained how the original tteokbokki and the rose was different. The space itself is cozy and it was very clear what was on their happy hour menu. Their rose tteokbokki portion was very generous and enough to feed 2 people. 10/10 we would go again. read more

Naan Soju Bang - The rose tteokbokki - Noodles Near Me - San Leandro, California

This place is great! Everyone was so kind and attentive. They gave us great recommendations, although we weren't able to try everything we wanted this time. The restaurant has great TVs which is pretty fun for a hangout with friends or family, we were able to watch the Warriors game. We ordered Seafood Scallion Pancake, Tokgochi, and Kimchi Fried Rice. I liked the food and prices. My favorite was the Tokgochi, the crispy outside and chewy inside, plus the spicy sauce was so good. The cocktails are even better though. We got the Fuzzy Meister and Lychee Citrus Spritz. I recommend both, but my favorite was the Fuzzy Meister for a nice fruity flavor. They were kind enough to let us split the bill in half with 2 cards. We are not from the area, so we were so glad to see that it has a nice parking lot so that we didn't have to park in the street. read more

Naan Soju Bang - Fuzzy Meister and Lychee Citrus Spritz - Noodles Near Me - San Leandro, California

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Me and my wife went here on May 24, 2025 and I thought we were lost because we were in a residential area. But no, we we're just in the right place! Naan Soju Bang is a cute little restaurant/bar situated in a residential area which is nice if you want a quiet place to enjoy dinner and some drinks. The ambiance is welcoming and the service is top notch! The Owner/Manager made sure that we are ok and recommended some items on the menu. We ordered the Soju with berries, Corn Cheese and Rose Tokpoki. All the items that we ordered did not disappoint! We highly recommend Naan Soju Bang to our families and friends. And we will be their regulars because of the quality of food and service. Thank you Naan Soju Bang and we hope you will stay forever! read more

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I have been here since its opening Dec 2024. The staff and food/drinks are some of the best bang for your buck you can get in San Leandro. This place while new, I promise, will stand the test of time and become a place that people will come for a long time to come. I hope the best for Melany and her team that they stay around for a long time to come so that me and everyone else in a neighborhood has a place to go to for celebration/food/drinks. Anything on their menu you cant go wrong with. First time and potentially long time customer. -Saist read more

Cool place and food is BANGING!!! Very friendly - Ashley is an awesome waitress and Melanie who owns the restaurant checks in with you to see how you like the food! Very cool vibe, fun music and atmosphere!!! When we walked in, it was busy full of people having a good time and enjoying their food! We will be regulars for sure! The sauce is yummy, fried chicken is crispy and mmmm mmmm good! Give it a try! You'll love it! PS - Ask Melanie how they got the name! Cute story read more

Classic hole-in-the-wall discovery with surprisingly outstanding authentic Korean food, Soju, and service.

Yummy everything. Bring ur family and friends. I rate it 11/10 this place is a masterpiece

I'm excited about a new Korean restaurant and bar in San Leandro, a city that doesn't have a lot of Korean cuisine options. What's even better is that the food - especially the corn cheese - is delicious! Owner Melany is warm, personable, and passionate about her new restaurant that recently opened in November 2024. Their menu is ever-expanding, and she seems receptive to suggestions for new food and drink items. Naan Soju Bang is just 2 minutes away from the San Leandro BART Station and 3 minutes away from Downtown San Leandro, making this a very convenient spot for San Leandro locals and those visiting from local cities. There is ample, free parking in the lot right outside the restaurant. read more

Cute restaurant with great food and soju. The veggie potstickers were delicious as were the chicken wings, so crispy and flavorful. Husband enjoyed his kimchee rice with pork and tofu. Service was excellent and easy parking in their lot. read more

My friends and I love coming to this place! They have great food, friendly staff, and provide a great ambiance for a night out. In addition to their variety of drinks, they also have a solid food menu. I'd recommend the Rose Tteokbokki, Wine and Cream Mussels with Fries, Corn Cheese, and the Chicken Wings. They also have a happy hour deal that is worth checking out and are open later than other restaurants in the area. Will be back again for sure! read more

The service is amazing at Naan Soju Bang. Melanie is super nice and friendly and the food itself is spot on. I've been looking for a late night food place to meet friends and this has been my spot to go. I go here to watch warriors games too since they got TVs all around the place. Definitely would recommend to folks. read more

I've been to Naan Soju Bang twice within the span of two weeks, and the absolute best thing about their menu is the ddeokbokki (tokpoki / spicy rice cakes) because they use homemade rice cakes from a local rice bakery. Yes, you heard me, _homemade rice cakes_. It's the best rice cakes I've ever had in ddeokbokki (if ever in my life): it's chewy, not too hard and not too soft, and it holds the sauce super well. 10/10 would go just for their spicy rice cakes alone. Extra rice cakes please! I've tried both the regular and the rose version, I am a cream person so I liked the rose a bit more. As for their fried chicken, it's very good: texture is crunchy, is flavorful, and has a nice bite. Unfortunately, our party didn't think it was worth $2/drumstick. Tried the tokgochi, which was the rice cake deep fried with a spicy sauce. I personally liked the version in the sauce rather than this deep fried version since I think the rice cakes held more sauce better in ddeokbokki than in this form. Everything else was as expected as a staple at Korean restaurants, such as the seafood pancake and army stew. Loved them both! They also have a lot of alcohol if that's your thing. As for me, I'd go back for their spicy rice cakes every day if I could. Definitely try it if you've never had homemade rice cakes before! read more

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Hidden Gem! Came for happy hour on Thursday and we practically ordered everything on the menu and a couple things from regular menu! Our favorite was the mussels in broth (so soothing for the soul) and the Rose ttekbokki (largest bowl and portionI've ever seen served). Service was so nice and friendly. Can't wait to come back and try the Friday/Saturday special of whole fried chicken for $28. It's a full bar and great vibes! read more

The service is amazing! Great food and drinks. Have to try the rose rice cake. It's really good