Get there early (we did), the place isn't very big and fills up fast because it is so good! Had the dumplings, hot bimibop with beef and spicy chicken stir fry. Generous portions, delighted my taste buds and inspired me to learn more about Korean food. Looking forward to coming back and trying more! read more

I've been wanting to eat here for a while now with the lack of Korean options in Marin, this place is the only legit location in the area. I had very high hopes coming in and wanted to try a variety of options. We ordered: 1. Mung Bean Pancake: This was the first item that came out of the kitchen that we ordered and holy crap was it bad. It tasted like it was store bought from H mart previously frozen. It was really hard and didn't taste good at all. One of the worst I've ever had. The Entrees were a saving grace for this restaurant: 2. Naengmyeon: Loved this dish. The noodles were perfectly cooked and the broth was delicious. Tasted just like eating it in Korea. 3. Gamjatang: My wife ordered this and she really liked it. Generous amounts of meat and the soup was really flavorful and spicy. 4. Lunch Special BBQ Kalbi: Big pieces of kalbi. Seasoned well. Overall, pretty good quality Korean food. Lucky to have it in the Marin side and not having to travel to San Francisco for Korean food. read more

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I grew up in SoCal and lived in the peninsula prior to moving up to Sonoma Co. I'm very particular about my Korean food and found maybe one/two places in Santa Clara that I would give my seal of approval. I was very surprised to try and like Soban, especially here in Petaluma. The menu is limited, but I think it rivals authentic Korean food found in the city or peninsula just the same. My only gripe is the food can take forever. It seems like a small team running the place, so be prepared to wait a bit. read more

I have gotten takeaway a few times and finally had the opportunity to dine in at Soban. I appreciate this is one of the few authentic Korean restaurants in the North Bay. Sadly a lot of the dishes were lacking. Banchan: Good selection, their kimchi was more mature and sou. I don't love that they charge for refills. Gimmari: was one of the best things we ate at Soban. Crispy on the outside and the noodles on the inside were perfect. Soban Chicken: This was the most disappointing Korean fried chicken I have had in a long time. It was dry and lacked flavor. Pan Fried Mackerel: This was okay. Slightly overcooked but my toddler and I enjoyed it. Kimchi Bibim Guksoo: The noodles were good but the Kimchi again was on the more mature side which made the noodles overly sour. I would still come back to Soban given it is one of the few options for authentic Korean food in the North Bay. read more

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First time ever trying Korean food and I was honestly so impressed. My friend brought me here and I never would've found it on my own since it's tucked away in a strip mall in Petaluma, total hidden gem. The place is small but was packed all night, and people were constantly coming in for takeout, which says a lot. The staff was really friendly and welcoming. Everything we ordered was great, but the standout for me was the seafood pancake. I'd never had anything like it before and it was SO good. I would come back just for that alone. Definitely worth checking out. read more

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3.5 stars Good Korean food option for Petaluma, but not among the best I've tried in the broader Bay Area. I imagine this fills a gap for people in the area, but no need to go out of your way to try. The banchan were generous but the execution was mediocre (somehow just not as tasty as other banchan I've had). The seafood pancake was solid, much thicker than usual but very crispy exterior and packed with seafood. The soban chicken reminded me a bit of popcorn chicken, wasn't a huge fan. The bibimbap I found underwhelming, too much rice for me and there was one veggie that I really didn't like the flavor of (couldn't place my finger on wich one), which detracted from the overall dish. The soft tofu stew was solid, super soft tofu. read more

I really liked this place. The food was very good. The service was good. The owners were very nice. They've been here for 10 years. Somehow, though, I have never been here. We ordered the Jabchae (glass noodles with veggies), vegetable pancake, and the Galbi. The portions are generous. Before your food comes, each table is presented with 6 small dishes of "condiments/appetizers" (for lack of better words) - kimchi, fish cake, bean sprouts, broccoli and a couple of other tasty items that I couldn't identify. I assume that it's a traditional Korean thing to do but it was nice in any case. The vegetable pancake stood out for me since I'd never had that before. The edges were crispy which provided a nice contrast to the softness of the rest of the pancake. I will be back. read more

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We ordered the Doenjang Jjigae soup, miso soup with fermented tofu and Gamjatang pork neck soup, and both were amazing and so delicious!! I loved the traditional Doenjang Jjigae and appreciated all the pickled veggies appetizers, which come with the meal! It had been a long time since I last ate Korean food in a restaurant and this was outstanding! The server was so friendly and kind. I'll definitely be returning! read more

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My cousin who's spent a year teaching in South Korea had showed me this place . I don't know anything about South Korean cuisine , but the food and comfort and this place hit the spot . I've ordered the bibimpap multiple times , usually with spicy seafood. They bring out pickled vegetables and kimchi which is refreshing . The Soban chicken appetizer. . Oof, tastes good.. kfc has got some competition . Several beer options and other beverages. . They do wine - one red and one white for the wine lovers out there . It's a small place, but I've never needed a reservation. Always friendly service , good food, and good atmosphere. read more

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Food was delicious Service was great Ambiance nice a quiet even though there were several customers Love the food and highly recommend read more

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Tried this spot after hunting for a solid place for good soup on a cold day! I came in on a Friday around 6pm with my family. The place was packed but we had luckily arrived just before a rush that filled up the rest of the list. We were seated within 20-30 minutes after adding our names to the list. Service was friendly and attentive. I ordered the Galbitang and the rest of the party each ordered a different soup. The food took quite awhile to arrive; I figured it was due to how busy the restaurant was. When it did arrive, it came piping hot in a stone pot bowl - which is just what I needed to keep warm. The galbitang was good and hit the spot for me on a cold day. I tried the soft tofu soup and it was a bit too salty for my liking. I also tried the yukgaejang which was good but not as spicy as I thought it would be. Overall, I think Soban is a solid option for the area - considering there aren't many Korean spots close by. read more

Soban Korean Cuisine - Galbitang - Korean Near Me - Petaluma, California

I've been here many times in the past and have always loved the food. The service is great, and the environment is very welcoming. I'll definitely be coming back! One thing I've noticed after having the soup, I sometimes need to use the bathroom shortly after. I'm not sure why, but despite that, the food is so good that I keep coming back. Looking forward to my next visit! read more

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10/10 for food, service, AND ambiance. This is my second time here, and the food impressed me yet again. We had Gimmari, Bulgogi Jungol, and Spicy Squid. The Gimmari was super crunchy and delicious, the jungol was INSANE- full of flavor, and the squid was awesome with a perfect balance of spicy and sweet. Generous portions, friendly staff, accommodating to kids, and a K-pop soundtrack make Soban our new favorite restaurant in Soco! read more

Service was excellent. Even it was a very busy night, the staff was very friendly. No sign of rushing during serving us. Greatly recommend this place for this. Food was very delicious. I especially like the seafood noodle soup the the mung bean Pancake. The delicious stone bimbimbap.was very good too. If pass by Petaluma during a road trip, will come again. read more

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Still solid for the area. We've been by a few times for occasions or the occasional soba hankering of my partner. Service has always been friendly and accommodating for us. Water refills and check ins frequent. Flavors are still on point. New things I got to try were the Galbitang, gamjatang, and Yukgaejang. Thank goodness for a large party otherwise I'd never get chances like this haha. I liked the soups, they were very distinct from each other. The broth tasted quite clean as well. I liked the galbitang best though. The broth just tasted really clean and fit what I was looking for most I'd say. read more

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This place was recommended by a foodie friend of mine and it did not disappoint. Food was tasty and flavorful with great service. Be sure to get the green onion/chive pancake- so good! read more

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This place was so tasty! My partner order the Bulgogi and it was DELICIOUS. I ordered the hot Bibimbap and the veggies and tofu were really tasty! I think I would have liked more sauce with the Bibimbap but overall the food was great! Super friendly staff and the food was fast as well. read more

Soban Korean Cuisine - Dolsot Bibimbap (Hot) 돌솥비빔밥 Beef Bulgogi 불고기 - Korean Near Me - Petaluma, California

Soban is a solid Korean restaurant when craving it in sonoma county. They are a bit pricey compared to comparable restaurants in the city but it makes sense when you really don't have any competition in the area. Still, pricey or not、the food quality speaks for itself and enjoyed every dish we tried. We went right at open and they filled up quickly on Sunday dinner. Service understoodly slowed down but still enough to get what we need. Overall, a solid Korean in North Bay. read more

Korean food is relatively new to me but this place killed it. Dishes always come with a little smattering of pickled deliciousness of various sorts. I ordered the dolsot bibimbap with spicy seafood. It is amazing how hot those clay pots get! Don't touch it for sure! The rice gets so crusty on the bottom and all the delicious flavors from the egg, sauce from the meat, and the veggies when you mix it all up is just luscious. I went with my family and everyone tried something different. My guy got the spicy beef soup, as spicy as they make it and surprisingly it wasn't that spicy so I guess tolerance has a lot to do with it. It sure was tasty though and those bowls are HUGE! Clean restaurant, nice selection overall and easy location with plenty of free parking. read more

I can't believe that in the 8 years that I have lived in Santa Rosa I did not discover this place until now. This spot is one of the best you can get for quality Korean food. It's not Korean BBQ but it has the traditional dishes that you would expect and I love it. The overall ambiance is very serene and it was a modern but traditional style. The make without was very kind and seated us promptly with a big smile. He almost handled the entire front of house by himself once it got packed during lunch. Phenomenal job. I love their Galbitang, but just make sure to add an extra side of noodles because they are just that good. It comes out boiling so be careful. Plenty of beef with a decent amount of veggies. The broth was made very well. No additional seasoning was required. Their cold noodle dish, Naengmyeon, was also very delicious. My mom immediately started devouring it so I could not take a photo, but she loved it. Noodles cooked to perfection and the broth didn't require mustard or vinegar. I love when I don't need to do that. I understand that people have different taste buds but it stands out to me when I don't need to add anything to a dish. Their soban chicken was a great Korean version of a chicken Karage but the soy sesame sauce was immaculate. I wish I could take some home. Veggie pancake was huge, crispy, and thick filled with veggies. Enjoyed every single bite even after I took it home since I ordered too much. Love the corn tea. Very earthy and just warms the soul. The fact that I ordered it on a hot day should say a lot. read more

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This hidden gem is nestled away in a very quiet shopping city. So happy we stumbled upon this place on our way to SFO. We ended up having one of the best Korean meals in a very long time. The cherry on top was the very nice gentleman that waited on us. read more

Soban Korean Cuisine - Korean Near Me - Petaluma, California

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Small place but food is amazing. Its my second time here and food came out quick. Not many korean cuisine in sonoma county but this one is i xan say one of the legit ones. read more

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Solid Korean Food in a Petaluma strip mall. The meal started with the usual selection of pickled vegetables. We then started with the Soban fried chicken appetizer. A solid dish, but one we neglected in favor of the next two that arrived. Next, we tried the "Korean Pancake" with vegetables added, and while it was my first time trying one, I can't imagine much better. It was crispy and savory and a wonderful compliment to our last dish... The Dolsot (stone pot) Bi Bim Bap. Arriving in a hot stone bowl with an egg and shaved beef on top (we choose beef but there are several other protein options) the flavors were perfectly balanced and the quality of the ingredients top notch. We really enjoyed everything we tried and both the service and atmosphere were really nice. Oh, and the AC was great on a hot day. We're definitely going back again soon. read more

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Very good food in a virtual Korean food desert- clean dining room and helpful, pleasant support staff!

I stopped by yesterday evening on a Friday night with my family around 6:00 p.m. and the place was packed! Most tables were filled and there were a few Doordashers standing at the front waiting for orders to be filled. It didn't take long for us to get seated, but they were definitely short-staffed both in the kitchen and the front of the house. Between the five of us dining, we ordered the glass noodles, the fried chicken, a kimchi pancake, a bibimbap with beef, bulgogi, and their cold noodles. We throughly enjoyed the dishes with the exception of the bulgogi, which everyone felt tasted a bit bland was was too dry. The bulgogi that you can get pre-marinated from the Costco in Richmond is a lot more tender and flavorful. Similarly, we thought the fried chicken bites were dry as well. The sauce on the outside helped a bit, but for the thicker pieces, we definitely needed something to dip the chicken in. The staff was really attentive to our table despite how busy the restaurant was and was able to provide us with serving utensils and extra bowls because we were sharing everything family style. If I'm craving Korean food in Petaluma, Soban is not a bad choice. read more

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Tasty Korean food run as mom and pop shop. Japchae noodles were excellent and flavorful. Nice texture and mix of veggies Vegetable pancake was nice and crispy and very filling. Galbi ribs were sweet marinated in flavor and quite nice. Grill marks apparent. Fairly tender but some tough bites. The banchan was appreciated and I enjoyed the kimchi the most! It has a more tart sour flavor rather than spicy hot. Service was a bit slow but it seemed to really just be run by the husband-wife duo. read more

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How is it possible the food gets better every time I come here? Daniel and Sarah have built an amazing following, and I'm glad to see that the place is always crowded! After starting on the banchan we feasted on a kimchee pancake which was amazing - not too spicy but a good kick! Terriffic. I had the japchae with beef, dad had the Soban chicken, daughter had the Japchae with Tofu. Everything comes with rice, salad (great killer salad dressing), and as much of the banchan (kimchee etc) that you want. Just ask for refills. I think my dad is the most frequent patron, he STILL drives up from Novato at least once a week for lunch here, and I really can't blame him! Definitely a five star experience every time. read more

Kind of busy in this small, unassuming place. But, after a brief wait of about 10 minutes for a table, the food was great, the service was good, and the price was reasonable. We're not from the area, but we are happy that we stumbled into it. read more

Best Korean restaurant in the area, hands down! Such a hidden gem, worth traveling from a different city

I went in excited since I saw good reviews for this place. The ambiance was nice and modern while the service was good! The guy serving me was attentive and my food didn't take too long to get. I ordered the cold bibimbap with beef and kimchi pancake (not pictured since it was to go). The bibimbap was delicious! Everything tasted fresh and mixed very well together! Although it was a bit bland at first, when I mixed in the sauce it became flavorful and scrumptious! The egg on top added a rich taste to the mix as well! The kimchi pancakes which I ate at home were good too! They were flavorful, a bit crunchy, and paired VERY well with the sauce. It is a bit pricey, but if you're in the area, I recommend stopping by! read more

Soban Korean Cuisine - Bibimbap (Cold) 비빔밥 - Korean Near Me - Petaluma, California

Truly the place to be if you're looking for incredible Korean food. My boyfriend and I were looking forward to going due to the reviews we've been hearing about Soban. So happy we finally got the chance to try it! We ordered the beef short ribs (Galbi) as well as the Kimchi-jjigae. Pretty large portions and our stomachs were so happy and content at the end of our meal. The service was quick and on top of it. Can't wait to be back! read more

Soban Korean Cuisine - Kimchi-Jjigae, Banchan, & Korean Short Ribs (Galbi) - Korean Near Me - Petaluma, California

Trying to find a new lunch place for my niece and I to go to I found Soban Korean cuisine. It's in a little strip mall in Petaluma. Not much to look at from outside but what mattered was the good. It was so delicious!We had the japchae, mandu and fried mackerel. I couldn't stop eating it. Everything had so much flavor plus the banchan just made it a perfect meal. The service was great too. When we were getting ready to go we noticed every table was full with people sitting and waiting to be seated. We agreed to come to this place again! read more

I really enjoy the food every time I come here. Soban fried chicken is hands down the best fried chicken. Each bite is so crunchy with light sweet soy sauce. Each side dishes is tasty and I especially love the fish cakes! Service is great. I definitely will come back to try more different things! read more

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I ordered the seafood pancake and it tasted ever better the this second time around. I tried the hot bimbimbap hot for the first time and now I'm hooked. And I stuck with the corn tea. I keep looking at the lager and I may try that in the future. The place was packed and jumpin' and it took what it took to get the food which was very reasonable. The genuineness of the husband and wife owners creates a very warm welcome, a strong support while dining, and the equivalent of a "y'all come back now, hear!" approach as we paid the bill and left. I'm a rookie when it comes to Korean food other than "grill your own" at table at a place I used to frequent in Oakland. I'm sure glad I'm only 10 mins away from another great Petaluma restaurant. read more

Thoroughly enjoyed the experience! The vegetable pancake and bibimbap were great but the stir fry shrimp was a highlight. We also really enjoyed all of the Bonchon and took some daikon home since it was both of our favorite. Happy we found this restaurant and will be back when we are headed back theiugb through the area. read more

I love this place. It's family owned and run and the food is always fresh, hot and delicious. They have plenty of vegetarian options and service is great. I have been here many times over the years and it's so consistent and tasty. read more

This place is a gem! It's my favorite Korean food in all of Sonoma and Marin. We've been coming here for a few years, and the food and service are solid. We especially love the spicy chicken with vegetables entree, and we have tried several other dishes and those have been consistently very good. Small, comfortable space, family run and very friendly. Sometimes there is a wait but I'm not surprised with food this good. read more

This is one of my favorite restaurants in Sonoma county! When I think of this place the first word that comes to mind is "tasty!" For context, I am vegan, one of my kids is quasi-vegetarian, my father-in-law eats everything, and everyone has plenty of options on the menu. I had tofu with vegetables, which may sound boring to some, and there are versions of tofu with vegetables in many cuisines, but OH MY GOODNESS, I fantasize about the next time I can order this dish it was so delicious--one of the best dishes I have ever had, and I am excited to try more. Everyone loved everything they ordered, and although "Korean BBQ" isn't the first thing that may come to mind for vegans and vegetarians, this place is tremendously good even for us! YUM YUM YUM!!!! read more

I love Korean food and this place is great! Lots of menu choices, GREAT service, and food was delicious. Wonderful presentation and fresh ingredients. Banchan (pickled and spicy vegetables) was really yummy - all of it made at the restaurant. I enjoyed the Dolsot BiBimBap, which comes in a really hot clay pot - super tasty with fresh veggies. Try the corn tea! I'll be going back very soon! read more

Soban Korean Cuisine - Banchan before the meal + corn tea - Korean Near Me - Petaluma, California

Amazing food. Great service. Fresh ingredients. A relaxing and cozy environment. I will definitely be visiting this restaurant again next time I'm in Petaluma. read more

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