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4.5 (342 reviews)
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BanChan (Side Dish) 반찬
Claudia B.

We ended up eating at Ollei because of proximity. The streets were a bit chaotic, and parking was a challenge, but this Korean restaurant wasn't a far walk from us. We stepped inside to put our names on the list. While we waited outside we checked out their menu, which was conveniently displayed on their window. The dishes sounded great and it helped us decide what to order before we were even seated. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant was on the smaller side, so seating was a tad cramped, but overall it felt cozy. They had a cute neon light with their name.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We got a couple appetizers, which included the pan fried dumplings and tteokbokki. I ordered the Spicy Japchae for my main dish. They brought the banchan out pretty quickly, which we all devoured in seconds because we were so hungry. Then our main dishes started coming out of the kitchen. My spicy japchae was just the right amount of heat. Spicy enough to still be enjoyable. While eating our main dishes the pan fried dumplings came out, which was odd since we ordered it as an appetizer. And the tteokbokki we had ordered, never was added to our order by our waiter. After being told that by another waiter, we just decided to cancel it. The meal was pretty filling without feeling too heavy. Overall, it was decent.

Kimchi, seaweed with mustard, tofu, macaroni salad
Nik W.

Again, love the seafood pancake and the tofu soup is among the tastiest I have encountered in sf. Definitely a bit slower-moving on a Sunday night (I think there were a lot of takeout orders and limited staff) but still busy & tasty.

Seafood Pancake / 해물파전, Boneless Chicken (DakGangJeong) / 닭강정
Dan P.

Seafood pancake - the batter is a bit dense, wish there was more seafood filling but otherwise pretty solid but quite heavy Boneless chicken w sour garlic sauce - sauce is a bit salty and tasted more like a soy glaze than garlic sauce Staff friendly but there is a bit of a wait for food to come out. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice fast Korean food vibes.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

K-Pop music videos
Alexis I.

Do you remember the TRL days when you could watch the daily countdown for Top 10 Music Videos? Now imagine that but the K-Pop edition. [[HIGHLIGHT]]With popular K-Pop music videos projected along the wall and the music playing in the background. Definitely an eye catcher, my daughter was dancing along all night to her favorite songs.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We ordered too much according to the waiter, which is always my problem at Korean restaurants because I want to try everything. Tteokbokki 5/5: Absolutely loved because the sauce was the perfect blend of sweet and spicy for my certified spice lightweight palate. Corn cheese 5/5: eat it while it's fresh and hot so that you get that perfect cheese pull with your fork. Grilled pork belly 3/5: we got this because our daughter can't do spicy pork belly. And was kind of disappointed by this one because it was pretty dry and kinda lacking in flavor. Galbi 4/5: this was pretty flavorful so good when I added it with some ssamjang and wrapped in lettuce! Definitely coming back for a second take!

Seafood Combo Soup
Amy T.

3.5 stars Ordered via Doordash. I don't remember if I picked the spicy level on the seafood tofu stew but it was pretty spicy, I usually get mild since you never know when Korean restaurants will add too much spice. It was still tolerable and pretty good. The pork belly bento box was on a special price on Doordash and they give you a lot of meat. The meat is a bit overdone so it is pretty stiff.

Short Rib Soup / 갈비탕 (Rice Included)
Emmeline W.

We were craving something warm late night after a show, stumbled upon Ollei. Hell yeaaaa for delicious food open late!!! Excellent choice for a cool autumn evening :3 Our group of 4 walked in on a Wednesday night, seated immediately. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Minimal decor but clean and tidy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Staff were courteous and very attentive. Moments after ordering, our dishes arrived. TTEOKBOKKI: Just a lil sweet and spicy :3 Cooked well, super QQ. SHORT RIB SOUP: Soup is for the soul :') I think this melted my icy heart. Richly flavorful while still light and silky. And they don't skimp on the short rib! I swear I was drooling the moment our server brought it over. Next time, itching to try their Seafood Pancake they're so popular for.

Boneless fried chicken
Sera K.

Came in after exploring San Francisco and Land's End. Our group wanted tteokbboki and we ordered it along with rice balls and fried chicken (boneless). Everything came out relatively quickly and was delicious. The rice balls were so delicious with the great sesame oil flavor and the chicken was perfectly fried. I loved that we could get half and half, with one sauce being spicy and one regular. The portions for the three dishes were perfect for our group of 3. The servers were also nice and I love that kpop was playing on the wall. I definitely recommend this place for a good Korean meal.

galbi
Dhevan M.

Great korean food, galbi was a standout, perfectly cooked and meaty. Soondubu was spicy and delicious. Seafood pancake was thick, great with the beer pitcher. Took a while to get seated and order, but it was a busy saturday night so makes sense. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Dark vibes but fun lighting made the ambiance great for a late night meal.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Will def be back!

Grilled Pork Belly 삼겹살 (Rice Included)
Anh T.

[[HIGHLIGHT]]This restaurant was busy on a Saturday night![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My friends and I were able to join the Yelp waitlist beforehand so that we could be seated within five minutes when we arrived at the restaurant. We ordered three dishes for three people and had leftovers at the end. Seafod Pancake: This is one of the crispiest pancakes I've had in while, if not THE crispiest I've had in SF! The pancake was not overly greasy, and there was a good mix of shrimp and squid mixed into the pancake with a flavorful dipping sauce. Grilled Pork Belly: The pork belly was cooked well with a good balance of fat and meat, and the pieces were also cut thinly. Seafood Soup: Warm, spicy, and comforting. There was a good portion of seafod ingredients, and the broth had the right level of spice.

Bul Go Gi 불고기 (Rice Included)
Jed O.

[[HIGHLIGHT]]A cozy restaurant that embraces Korean culture and makes you feel like you're eating in a true Korean restaurant! With K-pop music videos being projected on the wall and cardboard cutouts of famous K-pop celebrities advertising drinks, you'll have a great experience with Ollei's ambience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was kind and relatively fast! 5/5 - Seafood Pancake - I personally think this is one of their best dishes and should impress anyone who has tried seafood pancakes before. The mixture of flavors and texture profile is perfected by the dish being cooked just right with a light, crunchy batter. Savory and well-salted. The serving is very generous and also slightly pre-cut. I would have preferred for it to be more definitely cut to make it easier to distribute. 5/5 - Kimchi Fried Rice - Very impressed with this dish! Kimchi was well-infused into the rice and did not have overly strong flavors. Great to pair with other dishes you may order. The salad on the side was also a refreshing touch to the savory flavor of the rice. 4.5/5 - Cheese Corn - A bit small in serving but comes packed with flavor!! The cheese melted well over the corn, and overall the dish had a light sweetness that made this fun to eat! I would recommend eating this fast though, because the cheese once lukewarm breaks off in chunks rather than remaining stringy. 4.5/5 - Tteokbokki - Very generous portions of tteokbokki in their sauce. Rice cakes were chewy and appropriately cooked. I would have appreciated more fish cakes in the dish, as it felt quite out-proportioned by the tteokbokki compared to similar past tteokbokki dishes I have had. 4/5 - Beef Bulgogi - Sweet and mostly tender! The only recommendation I have is that some slices were a bit dry and could have been due to uneven flavor, but I would still order this dish again. 4.5/5 - Banchan - Kimchi and tofu were very fun to pick at and eat while waiting for the main dishes to arrive. My favorite of the four were the creamy sauced sprouts (top left in the picture).

Fried Ollie Chicken Wing / 올래치킨윙  Seafood Pancake / 해물파전
Pearl R.

I was around the area and was craving Korean food and found this spot open early afternoon. I came with a group of friends and we ordered many dishes and I enjoyed all of it especially the chicken wings, the seafood pancake, the galbi tang! The Bo ssam was good but I wish the pork was a little more tender. Overall a solid Korean spot in the area and the price is pretty good for the portions!

cold noodle soup!
Joyce D.

I've been to Olleli a few times now, and each visit has been consistently comforting and delicious. It's one of those spots where the food feels like a warm hug...flavorful, hearty, and thoughtfully made. On my visits, I've tried several dishes and each one brought something special to the table. The seafood pancake was super crispy on the outside, generously filled, and surprisingly filling & it is perfect for sharing. The BBQ spare ribs were juicy, tender, and beautifully complemented by the fresh veggies and flavorful banchan that came with the meal. The short rib soup was a standout as it was deeply savory and warming to both the heart and stomach, especially on a cold day. When I came with a group, we also ordered the grilled mackerel, which was perfectly cooked and well-seasoned, a simple dish done really well. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant has a clean and modern aesthetic that still manages to feel homey and relaxed.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service has always been friendly and helpful, and the food comes out hot and fresh.

Army Soup
K V.

I was craving some Korean food and found Ollei! I ordered the Army Soup and BBQ Short Ribs. It was my first time trying Army Soup and it was super yummy! Will definitely be back.

Soft Tofu Soup / 순두부찌개

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2 years ago

Good music, good vibes, they refrigerate their soju and beer glasses highly recommend the seafood pancake

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This is so awesome! I love coming to this place for its affordable alcohol and fire soup! Highly recommend for its great service and vibes!

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Yummy and pretty good Korean food for sf. A little expensive but that is just sf prices.

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2 years ago

was very delicious service was quick and attentive. would definitely come back again if i'm in the city

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Food was great, Taylor was super helpful and friendly :) we'll definitely come back some other time!

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Great food. Great vibes. Love the atmosphere! Fantastic customer service! Definitely would recommend this place!

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Great food and vibes. Service was really friendly and food was authentic Korean and yummy. 10/10 would come again!

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Solid customer service, good food and vibes. Great place to go out for late night Korean food!

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3 years ago

The service was great. Food was amazing. I will definitely come back. The vibe I get from this restaurant is calming.

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2 years ago

Outstanding service. Taylor is such a nice waitress! Exceptional food as well, come here multiple times now and it never fails to deliver.

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2 years ago

The tofu soup is divine, hospitality is always wonderful, and it keeps me coming back for Korean comfort food every week!!

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I love having Ollie so close to home. Love the food and the service rocks. We get the Bibimbap all the time!

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the soju cocktails and food are insanely good. My friends and I came here during happy hour and were able to drink and hangout all evening

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