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Not the best Korean food I've had since I live in SoCal where you could get a ton of amazing Korean food. However, Step was solid and the employees are nice. Sweet and Spicy Korean Fried Chicken - Flavor and taste was definitely there but I wish the chicken was more crunchy. Also the chicken was a bit lukewarm instead of piping hot. Spicy pork bibimbap - Solid bibimbap bowl. I think the sauce could have been a bit better with some more flavor and spice, but I liked all the veggies and the hot stone bowl which made the rice very crispy. Overall a solid korean meal if you're looking for a quick bite to eat.
First visit to Step Korean, it's been in the list but so much new food in Reno and such little time! The place was an absolute ghost town on a Thursday at 5, we were flying solo. That being said the service was great, staff is really friendly and the place is very clean. The decorations are really nice, super cute and cozy inside all the way down to the bathrooms. The drinks, when I ordered the Cucumber Lemon Chiller, I was told "this is like a martini, is that ok?" Of course! Well, I wish we would have said more like a dirty martini. Honestly this thing I absolutely hated, but I am not big on dirty martinis either. Heavy on the lemon and I'm guessing also some blended cucumber. But that's alright, my wife's Mango Sunset was quite amazing, wish I could swapped out. I'm sure the cosmopolitan is good as well. Just maybe skip this Cucumber Lemon. The food! Everything looked great on the plate, was flavorful, piping hot, and definitely unique. I already love Korean food, this not being my first Korean by any stretch of the imagination. I would start by saying everything is very sweet. All the chicken flavors were sweet, the japchae was quite sweet on its own, and the corn tots were heavy on the sweet side. Not everything had to be THAT sweet, especially the japchae. The big miss for both my wife and I came in with the corn tots. CANNED corn. I know it doesn't bother some, but boy did it really bother us to immediately smell then taste canned corn, even if it is cream of corn. That's a total miss, especially with how strong this specific on it. Even going frozen corn and creaming it up in the kitchen would make these 10x better, canned corn is not something I eat in my life, ever. Really canned veggies in general. This may pass somewhere with a different price structure, but at prices competing with Arario Midtown, canned corn is a miss. The final one was the chicken itself, the flavor options were tasty, but all 3 didn't really taste that much different from each other. The big one here was how stringy the chicken was, they could not be ripped in half to share, and they were not even easy to bite in half. This one doesn't necessarily point to any fault of the kitchen, but is most likely the vendor the chicken is coming from. That part is just a hunch, as tough stringy chicken usually points to very cheap chicken that was raised too quickly. But that part was a bummer either way.
We came here on Saturday night around 7:30pm and it wasn't busy at all, parking was easy and we were able to get a table right away. The staff were friendly, the place was quiet with a relaxed feel. However, I was disappointed with the drinks and food. I had a cucumber lemon drink, the waitress asked me if I liked strong cucumber flavor when I asked for it. She was not lying about the strong cucumber taste. I didn't hate it, but It didn't taste very fresh. The other drink we ordered was the mango sunset and it was soooo sweet! Might as well be dessert. We ordered fried wings for appetizers and all three flavors were extremely sugary. One of the flavors felt like it literally had sugar on it. But if that's your thing, you may enjoy them. If you're starving, stay away from the hot pot, it's scorching hot! I had to wait and blow on my food every bite I took. It comes with a side of miso soup, which was okay, maybe a tiny bit on the saltier end of the spectrum. The hot pot itself was very bland and the only ingredient that provided any flavor was the side of sauce. The other dish we ordered was the seafood soup that was actually not very spicy and the dominant flavor was gochujang.
Service was great! Super friendly and they offered some recommendations for my first time. It was really modern and clean in the restaurant. I ended up ordering Jjampbong, calamari and mixed wings. The Jjampbong had good flavor, but the noodles were... different. I'm used to the original jjambong recipe from growing up so a different spin on them was interesting. The noodles were thick and kind of overpowered the meal. Unfortunately, the calamari and wings were not crispy at all. They were a bit soggy by the time I got home (less than 5 minutes away). I would definitely like to come back and try a different dish to redeem our take out experience for sure. I'll post a follow up review when I go back! :)
This was our second visit to this place, and it was just as amazing as the first! We kicked things off with the calamari rings, which were crispy, flavorful, and perfectly satisfying. They came with a generous serving of cabbage and a delicious dipping oil that we couldn't get enough of. On top of that, we got some complimentary pickled vegetables and kimchi, which were so good we asked for a second helping. For the main courses, we had the braised Korean-style chicken, and it was fantastic. The chicken was tender, coated in a savory gravy, and loaded with vegetables and tteokbokki. It also came with a side of rice that paired perfectly with the dish. The second dish we tried was the pork kimchi stew, which had just the right amount of spice and a nice tangy sourness. We even added extra hot sauce and hot oil to bring the heat to another level. This also came with a serving of rice. We also had refillable Diet Cokes.Our server, Kai, was super friendly and made the experience even better. If you're looking for great Korean food in town, I highly recommend this place! Good food, good ambiance and great service.
We dropped in for a quick early dinner to Step Korean Bistro and are very glad we did. The dining room is open with a modern oriental bistro motif. Very clean and airy. We were promptly seated by the hostess and greeted by our waitress for drinks. Having never had Korean food previously, to be honest (we went more by the pictures than the description, as well as a bit of extra questions than usual of our waitress. She was very engaging and so nice. We both selected the Beef Japchai ( spelling?) entree. As we awaited our entree the brought small aperitif serving of Kimchi, pickled daikon radish, pickle kale . It was really yummy and not over powering with the pickle flavor; nicely subtle. We finished the meal with the Lemon Cheesecake; exquisite! Definitely plan on going back to try some different entrees.
Wow this place is such a fun unexpected gem in Sparks! We came for lunch and were blown away by the flavor and beauty of the dishes. We ordered the sweet n spicy Korean fried chicken to start. It came with some beautifully plated sides of black beans, pickled beets, kimchi and macaroni salad. For entrees we got the spicy pork and the beef hot pot. Both were tasty but the spicy pork has our hearts! Ambiance was very chill with beautiful decor and friendly service. Can't wait to visit again!
The service is great I was treated well came here with some friends and it's always a good vibe! Food was great we all had a great experience personally my favorite is the bulgogi.
The food to start off is amazing. The quality of the Korean fried chicken is top notch. Cooked well and breaded nicely and the honey cheese flavoring is borderline addictive. The service was wonderful and friendly. No issues with performance either. The interior ambiance is very classy and vibrant with many plant decorations. Although the beef bulgogis flavor is great though much left to be desired. It's very light in flavor and not very inspiring. The Korean braised beef though is quite nice but in a similar state as the bulgogi. Another thing is the pricing is quite high for the food received. This is a nice place to go to occasionally but I'm driven off by the prices
Wow, I'm very impressed by the food at Step Korean Bistro! The flavor profile of every dish is unique and delicious. I'll be coming back as the menu is extensive. Unfortunately, our servers were not really attentive to my table and talked loudly; a bit distracting when eating. I hope to come back and this was a one time issue.
Another great trip to Step Korean Bistro! Great place to go with family in town for the holidays. Everyone was super friendly, the service was perfect and the place looks even better than my last visit. I tried the calamari and the soju, but forgot to snap pictures, both were good and the calamari had a wonderful crunch. This time around I decided to try the Korean Braised Chicken (Spicy) with a rice cup. The chicken was tender and the flavor was excellent with just enough spice for it to sit with you for a moment. You can also opt to ask for some additional spicy sauce on the side as well if you prefer more spice. After our meal we were even played a little game where we attempt to speak a couple Korean words and we're rewarded with a sweet Korean snack. The one I selected was a wafer with chocolate inside and those were tasty as well. Thank you so much to everyone there! We had a wonderful time and enjoyed everything we ordered, it's great to see another local business thriving and sharing their culture.
Soju on the menu, excellent start. Settled for a root beer, driving and all. Didn't settle on dinner. Got everything we could have wanted. First the sweet pickled cucumber, tangy greens and kimchi as a free pre-meal tasting. Spring rolls and edamame as apps. Spring rolls were not the best I've ever had but with the dipping sauce they improved. A little mushy inside. She enjoyed the edamame to the last bite. Her tofu soup was wonderful. Fragrant, red tinged broth was very tasty. The beef japchae was a new taste for me and I loved it. Glass noodles, tender beef in a semi sweet sauce topped with thinly shredded purple cabbage with a large bowl of rice on the side. This is a dish I will revisit on our next trip to STEP. Our server knew about each dish and helped us make the best choices. She checked back just often enough. At the end of the meal she brought a card with Hello and Thank You in Korean spelled out. We spoke the Korean version and were rewarded with a Korean treat from the large basket. What a fun way to celebrate finding such a great new place.
I love this place so much. We ordered the Tteokbokki and Seafood Tofu Soup. The tteokbokki was the right amount of chewiness and bounce. The seafood tofu soup was delicious and had a great kick! My friend (first timer at Step) agreed they preferred this place over the other Korean restaurants in town! The service is always attentive and kind. Five stars is not enough for this place.
I went to check out step Korean bistro first time visiting this restaurant. The restaurant is somewhat busy , it's kind of noisy in sense, the decor is nice . I notice a lot of customers are ordering to go. The staff members are polite and friendly. I order tofu bibimbap, ( rice, variety of vegetables, fried eggs, ) the portions are nice, especially the tofu. I actually enjoyed it. Especially Kale, first time having kale with Korean dish. I also ordered jjamppong (seafood noodle soup) it's mildly spicy, but still delicious. Over all I would recommend to friends and family. With friends coming to town for a visit, I might as well swing by again. read more
We've been wanting to try Step Korean Bistro for a while and we finally made it in for lunch. Our server was super nice and attentive. The inside of the restaurant is really cute for a lunch spot or a date night dinner! The dishes were a little pricey but good to share with a friend. We ordered the variety of the fried chicken along with the beef fried rice and tteokbokki. Everything was good but the beef fried rice stole the show for us - it was delicious! We look forward to coming back to try some of the other dishes on the men read more
1 year ago
Excellent beautiful relaxing environment, excellent service. Fantastic food left me unable to decide which I liked most! Miso pork so tender! Blended with the beef glass noodles! Made the excellent beef fried rice seem only average. And one of the best signs I have ever seem! read more
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Not the best Korean food I've had since I live in SoCal where you could get a ton of amazing Korean food. However, Step was solid and the employees are nice. Sweet and Spicy Korean Fried Chicken - Flavor and taste was definitely there but I wish the chicken was more crunchy. Also the chicken was a bit lukewarm instead of piping hot. Spicy pork bibimbap - Solid bibimbap bowl. I think the sauce could have been a bit better with some more flavor and spice, but I liked all the veggies and the hot stone bowl which made the rice very crispy. Overall a solid korean meal if you're looking for a quick bite to eat. read more
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First visit to Step Korean, it's been in the list but so much new food in Reno and such little time! The place was an absolute ghost town on a Thursday at 5, we were flying solo. That being said the service was great, staff is really friendly and the place is very clean. The decorations are really nice, super cute and cozy inside all the way down to the bathrooms. The drinks, when I ordered the Cucumber Lemon Chiller, I was told "this is like a martini, is that ok?" Of course! Well, I wish we would have said more like a dirty martini. Honestly this thing I absolutely hated, but I am not big on dirty martinis either. Heavy on the lemon and I'm guessing also some blended cucumber. But that's alright, my wife's Mango Sunset was quite amazing, wish I could swapped out. I'm sure the cosmopolitan is good as well. Just maybe skip this Cucumber Lemon. The food! Everything looked great on the plate, was flavorful, piping hot, and definitely unique. I already love Korean food, this not being my first Korean by any stretch of the imagination. I would start by saying everything is very sweet. All the chicken flavors were sweet, the japchae was quite sweet on its own, and the corn tots were heavy on the sweet side. Not everything had to be THAT sweet, especially the japchae. The big miss for both my wife and I came in with the corn tots. CANNED corn. I know it doesn't bother some, but boy did it really bother us to immediately smell then taste canned corn, even if it is cream of corn. That's a total miss, especially with how strong this specific on it. Even going frozen corn and creaming it up in the kitchen would make these 10x better, canned corn is not something I eat in my life, ever. Really canned veggies in general. This may pass somewhere with a different price structure, but at prices competing with Arario Midtown, canned corn is a miss. The final one was the chicken itself, the flavor options were tasty, but all 3 didn't really taste that much different from each other. The big one here was how stringy the chicken was, they could not be ripped in half to share, and they were not even easy to bite in half. This one doesn't necessarily point to any fault of the kitchen, but is most likely the vendor the chicken is coming from. That part is just a hunch, as tough stringy chicken usually points to very cheap chicken that was raised too quickly. But that part was a bummer either way. read more
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Jayjay L.
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We came here on Saturday night around 7:30pm and it wasn't busy at all, parking was easy and we were able to get a table right away. The staff were friendly, the place was quiet with a relaxed feel. However, I was disappointed with the drinks and food. I had a cucumber lemon drink, the waitress asked me if I liked strong cucumber flavor when I asked for it. She was not lying about the strong cucumber taste. I didn't hate it, but It didn't taste very fresh. The other drink we ordered was the mango sunset and it was soooo sweet! Might as well be dessert. We ordered fried wings for appetizers and all three flavors were extremely sugary. One of the flavors felt like it literally had sugar on it. But if that's your thing, you may enjoy them. If you're starving, stay away from the hot pot, it's scorching hot! I had to wait and blow on my food every bite I took. It comes with a side of miso soup, which was okay, maybe a tiny bit on the saltier end of the spectrum. The hot pot itself was very bland and the only ingredient that provided any flavor was the side of sauce. The other dish we ordered was the seafood soup that was actually not very spicy and the dominant flavor was gochujang. read more
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1 year ago
Service was great! Super friendly and they offered some recommendations for my first time. It was really modern and clean in the restaurant. I ended up ordering Jjampbong, calamari and mixed wings. The Jjampbong had good flavor, but the noodles were... different. I'm used to the original jjambong recipe from growing up so a different spin on them was interesting. The noodles were thick and kind of overpowered the meal. Unfortunately, the calamari and wings were not crispy at all. They were a bit soggy by the time I got home (less than 5 minutes away). I would definitely like to come back and try a different dish to redeem our take out experience for sure. I'll post a follow up review when I go back! :) read more
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This was our second visit to this place, and it was just as amazing as the first! We kicked things off with the calamari rings, which were crispy, flavorful, and perfectly satisfying. They came with a generous serving of cabbage and a delicious dipping oil that we couldn't get enough of. On top of that, we got some complimentary pickled vegetables and kimchi, which were so good we asked for a second helping. For the main courses, we had the braised Korean-style chicken, and it was fantastic. The chicken was tender, coated in a savory gravy, and loaded with vegetables and tteokbokki. It also came with a side of rice that paired perfectly with the dish. The second dish we tried was the pork kimchi stew, which had just the right amount of spice and a nice tangy sourness. We even added extra hot sauce and hot oil to bring the heat to another level. This also came with a serving of rice. We also had refillable Diet Cokes.Our server, Kai, was super friendly and made the experience even better. If you're looking for great Korean food in town, I highly recommend this place! Good food, good ambiance and great service. read more
We dropped in for a quick early dinner to Step Korean Bistro and are very glad we did. The dining room is open with a modern oriental bistro motif. Very clean and airy. We were promptly seated by the hostess and greeted by our waitress for drinks. Having never had Korean food previously, to be honest (we went more by the pictures than the description, as well as a bit of extra questions than usual of our waitress. She was very engaging and so nice. We both selected the Beef Japchai ( spelling?) entree. As we awaited our entree the brought small aperitif serving of Kimchi, pickled daikon radish, pickle kale . It was really yummy and not over powering with the pickle flavor; nicely subtle. We finished the meal with the Lemon Cheesecake; exquisite! Definitely plan on going back to try some different entrees. read more
Wow this place is such a fun unexpected gem in Sparks! We came for lunch and were blown away by the flavor and beauty of the dishes. We ordered the sweet n spicy Korean fried chicken to start. It came with some beautifully plated sides of black beans, pickled beets, kimchi and macaroni salad. For entrees we got the spicy pork and the beef hot pot. Both were tasty but the spicy pork has our hearts! Ambiance was very chill with beautiful decor and friendly service. Can't wait to visit again! read more
1 year ago
The food to start off is amazing. The quality of the Korean fried chicken is top notch. Cooked well and breaded nicely and the honey cheese flavoring is borderline addictive. The service was wonderful and friendly. No issues with performance either. The interior ambiance is very classy and vibrant with many plant decorations. Although the beef bulgogis flavor is great though much left to be desired. It's very light in flavor and not very inspiring. The Korean braised beef though is quite nice but in a similar state as the bulgogi. Another thing is the pricing is quite high for the food received. This is a nice place to go to occasionally but I'm driven off by the prices read more
Wow, I'm very impressed by the food at Step Korean Bistro! The flavor profile of every dish is unique and delicious. I'll be coming back as the menu is extensive. Unfortunately, our servers were not really attentive to my table and talked loudly; a bit distracting when eating. I hope to come back and this was a one time issue. read more
Another great trip to Step Korean Bistro! Great place to go with family in town for the holidays. Everyone was super friendly, the service was perfect and the place looks even better than my last visit. I tried the calamari and the soju, but forgot to snap pictures, both were good and the calamari had a wonderful crunch. This time around I decided to try the Korean Braised Chicken (Spicy) with a rice cup. The chicken was tender and the flavor was excellent with just enough spice for it to sit with you for a moment. You can also opt to ask for some additional spicy sauce on the side as well if you prefer more spice. After our meal we were even played a little game where we attempt to speak a couple Korean words and we're rewarded with a sweet Korean snack. The one I selected was a wafer with chocolate inside and those were tasty as well. Thank you so much to everyone there! We had a wonderful time and enjoyed everything we ordered, it's great to see another local business thriving and sharing their culture. read more
Soju on the menu, excellent start. Settled for a root beer, driving and all. Didn't settle on dinner. Got everything we could have wanted. First the sweet pickled cucumber, tangy greens and kimchi as a free pre-meal tasting. Spring rolls and edamame as apps. Spring rolls were not the best I've ever had but with the dipping sauce they improved. A little mushy inside. She enjoyed the edamame to the last bite. Her tofu soup was wonderful. Fragrant, red tinged broth was very tasty. The beef japchae was a new taste for me and I loved it. Glass noodles, tender beef in a semi sweet sauce topped with thinly shredded purple cabbage with a large bowl of rice on the side. This is a dish I will revisit on our next trip to STEP. Our server knew about each dish and helped us make the best choices. She checked back just often enough. At the end of the meal she brought a card with Hello and Thank You in Korean spelled out. We spoke the Korean version and were rewarded with a Korean treat from the large basket. What a fun way to celebrate finding such a great new place. read more
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Jayjay L.
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I love this place so much. We ordered the Tteokbokki and Seafood Tofu Soup. The tteokbokki was the right amount of chewiness and bounce. The seafood tofu soup was delicious and had a great kick! My friend (first timer at Step) agreed they preferred this place over the other Korean restaurants in town! The service is always attentive and kind. Five stars is not enough for this place. read more
Great Korean place for some yummy comfort food! The fried chicken is definitely my favorite, really tasty and not greasy, the meat is tender. The staffs there are super friendly, great service. Will go back try more food. read more
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Came here for lunch on a Sunday with my family. They were busy! But the wait wasn't bad, 15-20 mins. We started with the potstickers, the salmon sashimi, and the edamame(plain wo the garlic). All 3 were good! I really liked all three of the house complimentary dishes! Kimchi, kale and I think it was pickled radish? It was yellow but all 3 slapped! I got the beef bulgolgi, it had good flavor and looked loaded with meat! But once I started in I quickly realized most of it was onion topped with meat and there were thin slices underneath seemed very teeny! Like shavings. I wouldn't get it again. Kiddo got the braised chicken and that was awesome! Good size portion, filling and overall really good. Hubs got the jjambongg, spicy noodle dish. It was spicy! My hubs loved it! I really like the flavor and texture of the noodles but this was too spicy for my palette personally. Will definitely be back, looking towards trying some of their other dishes:) read more
I'd been wanting to check this place out for a while. Not very busy when we arrived as we were kinda between lunch and dinner. A really beautiful decor well done. Service was attentive and very welcoming we ordered a couple small plates and enjoyed everything. My only negative critique was sticker shock when the bill arrived. I'm just not sure how eating out is approachable for anyone these days. Hate to be a party pooper... Still searching for perfected Karrage Chicken read more
2 years ago
So much good food, where do I start?! Apps: could've just had these and been perfectly full. We got the sampler of Korean fried chicken--that honey cheese is AMAZING and the corn cheese tots! Wow what sweet corn with crunchy tots in a cheese sauce. I got the classic beef bibimbap hot pot. Crispy rice, beef, carrots and kimchi with a house made hot sauce (so good). My fried got the braised pork which looked delicious. Service was excellent and the place was pristine clean too! I want to try everything on their menu so I'll definitely be back!! read more
I still think it's quite pricey, for what you get in the to go orders. So this time we tried eating g at the restaurant. You get a better portion 6 the food tastes better made fresh. My toddler loved the food and wasn't too spicy. We ordered an appetizer a few drinks and it wad all.more tha. Enough for 5 people. read more
Was so excited to see that there was a highly rated Korean spot in town, but as someone who regularly goes to Koreatown in Los Angeles, this restaurant definitely needs to STEP it up a bit and put in a bit more work into their food and service. The food and cocktails were a bit hit and miss - the Korean fried chicken was perfectly fried, tender and juicy (although it gets hard when it cools down) and can come in up to 3 flavors. We also ordered the seafood soft tofu soup, which was decent and contained quite a bit of mussels, scallops, octopus and shrimp, but could use a bit more spice and flavor. The spicy braised pork ribs were atrocious - they tasted gamey and tough like they were just boiled in water, and I literally couldn't finish more than one piece. The mango soju cocktail reminded me of a delicious mango slushie, but the cucumber lime cocktail was tiny and not made well. Service was nice, but I could definitely tell they're a bit disorganized and new. Water didn't come out for almost 10 minutes and only after drinks, and Banchan (side dishes) came at the end when they're supposed be presented at the beginning. They're also currently running a promotion where you say hello/thank you in Korean to the staff to get free Korean snacks, but the waiters didn't honor that at our table and the table next to ours. read more
Another tasty choice for Korean dishes. Friendly server. I like that most dishes have heat level options. Ban chans were tasty. Clean interior and easy plant designed interior. Lots of parking. I like the incentive to learn 2 phrases in Korean. A sweet way to have a cultural language exchange. read more
2 years ago
As a Korean, it's extremely difficult to find an authentic, very delicious Korean food around here. I still like to go out and try out different Korean spots, and I had high hopes for this place! This is the second time I've tried it. Based on my first try, I probably wouldn't have come back. However, a friend wanted to try it out, so I came back the second time. The ambiance is very nice. Calm and relaxing with cute decorations. Service is alright, but they are trying, so A for effort. I wish I could say that the food was better than the first time, but unfortunately, it was not. I wish their side dishes were more authentic korean than kale salad. Side dishes are the fun of going to Korean restaurants! Next, I tried their hot pot bibimbap with spicy pork. The pork by itself had decent flavor, but the vegetables did not. Together, it lacked some flavors, but at least it wasn't too salty and/or too sweet! read more
1 year ago
YALL! I have found my new favorite place! I'm bummed I hadn't tried Step until recently, but I'm thankful I finally did. We went early in a Saturday night and it was fairly empty, to our surprise. The ambiance is modern, impeccably clean, and beautiful. I literally forgot we were in the raleys shopping center. We were greatly warmly by the owner and staff--in fact, the owner checked on us multiple times and was SO sweet! For food, we got the corn cheese tots because we kept hearing about them and oh my gosh--they do not disappoint! The corn and cheese are gooey and savory but then you have the crunch of the tots and the rice chips on top. Truly perfection and I would go back just for that. We also got the Korean fried chicken with the sweet and spicy sauce, which wasn't spicy but still delicious. My only complaint is I wish there was a little more sauce. But size, texture and flavor were all great. Finally, we got the beef bibimbap and it was very good. After we were finished eating, our server came by with a basket of treats and said if we said a Korean phrase, we could get a treat. Luckily, they have some phrases on the table tents so it was relatively easy. And the treats were so good! I truly can't wait to go back because I really need to try everything on the menu--it's that good! read more
Step Korean Bistro is new but I have a feeling soon everyone is going to be talking about it and it'll be one of the hottest spots in Reno/Sparks! The interior design is so warm, cozy and modern. With great fine details that really take it to the next step. We started with the Soju Cosmo and the Mango Sunset both super delicious! For appetizers we ordered the garlic edamame and corn tots. I will come back just for those tots!!! Sooo yummy!! For entrees, we ordered the spicy pork and the beef bulgogi. Again, both were so tasty and perfect portion sizes. Service from all staff was quick and friendly! We met the owner/manager in believe and he was a great guy and i hope this place gets the traffic and notice it deserves! As a fun treat, if you say one of the Korean phrases on the table you can take home a yummy treat/candy! We'll definitely be back!! read more
This was my second visit to Step Korean Bistro, and it absolutely lived up to the first one--maybe even better! Everything about this place is amazing: the food, the staff, and the cozy, welcoming vibe. We had the fried calamari to start--crispy, flavorful, and not greasy at all. The spicy pork kimchi stew was the perfect comfort dish, packed with bold flavors and just the right amount of heat. But the standout for me was the Korean braised fried chicken--tender, juicy, and insanely delicious. The staff are super friendly and attentive without being overbearing, and the ambience strikes a great balance between casual and stylish. You can tell they really care about what they're doing here. Can't wait for visit #3! read more
2 years ago
First of all our server Lali was so friendly and great she made this experience even better! The food was super flavorful and we loved the banchan too. We tried the miso pork, soy garlic fried chicken, bimbap, and braised pork ribs. The fried chicken and pork ribs were 10/10. We ate so fast I forgot photos but did get a picture of this Ube Cheesecake 11/10!! read more
first time here parking is fine, lots of spots available nice and clean restaurant staff was welcoming, not a lot of traffic ordered the seafood tofu soup which was nice and comforting during the cold winter months, like the large shrimps, lots of squid and octopus bits, some small scallop bits, and comes with one egg overall, food was good, hot soup wins read more
5-19-2024- Finally, stopped in to give it a try.. Still early, so we were the first customers- Ordered the Korean fried chicken with soy garlic and sweet and spicy..- Chicken was decent but was expecting some bones.. more like chicken tenders.. Went with the chicken bibimbob- Flavor was good but the chicken pieces were big and a little too many carrots... Also ordered the braised chicken. I think the same flavors, but with big pieces of potatoes, and carrots- Down side- since the carrots were big some were hard.. Sides were : Kimchee- daikon and kale? Not your typical.. Glad we stopped.. Lunch total was $49 read more
I was so excited to check out this place when I first heard about it! The first time I came here, me and three other besties came on a Sunday during lunch time and were seated right away. The menu is filled with variety and creative dishes - a bunch that I haven't seen at other Reno-Sparks restaurants. Upon entering, we were impressed with the interior and design; it's gorgeous in there. There is also a lot of seating, making this a great spot for big parties or even as small as a date night. It was hard to narrow down the dishes we wanted to order (since we wanted to order everything!) Must trys: - Soy Salmon Sashimi (A must try for sashimi lovers without having to go to a sushi bar) - Corn Cheese Tots (A delicious and innovative dish!) - Korean Fried Chicken - Sweet & Spicy (super meaty tenders with a flavorful punch! I was surprised they were boneless but nonetheless these are delicious) - Mango Sunset (It doesn't taste like alcohol but that's okay for me since I'm not a fan of the alcohol taste! This is so good) Also love the fact that the meal comes with banchan (kimchi, kale, and radish) and how hefty the portions are here. For all the times I've came here, it hasn't been busy which surprises me considering how good the food, ambiance, and service is! A very underrated restaurant - I really hope they stick around, this is new cuisine that Reno-Sparks needs! read more
I rarely write a review after just 1 visit, but the food, service and ambience were so good on my visit that I felt I needed to review this place right away! Dropped in for lunch with a friend and we were immediately greeted by a smiling and happy employee that led us to our table. She, along with another server, took great care of us and made us feel welcome. Great vibe, interesting decor and comfortable seating. The napkins and the sealed paper cover on the chopsticks were branded with the restaurant name. We received water right away...in a branded glass...and after perusing the menu for a few minutes, one of the servers arrived forthwith to take our order. We both chose: Beef Japchae ($19.60) [thin slices of marinated beef, stir-fried glass noodle, onion, carrot, green onion and spinach] Before our mains arrived, the server brought us a selection of traditional Korean Banchan...side dishes that complement any Korean food. I'm a big fan of Kimchi and this was exceptional, as were the pickled Daikon radishes. Every one of the Banchan dishes were delicious and the server brought us more when requested. The Beef Japchae was outstanding! When it arrived, it really didn't look like a large portion, but, as we dug in, it turned out to be a substantial amount of food...definitely filled me up and I have a prodigious appetite! I plan to visit many more times to sample more of their menu...I'm looking forward to trying their traditional Bibimbop and Bulgogi dishes, as well as the other scrumptious looking offerings. Give it a try...see what you think! read more
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Jayjay L.
Thank you so much Rick for stopping by and for the marvelous review!…
I highly highly recommend everyone try this place. They have options for vegans, vegetarians, pescatarians, and plenty of delicious dishes. When you walk in, the vibe is warm and welcoming. The whole evening, we were well taken care of by our hostess, Lydia. Major props to her, very kind, attentive, and helpful. The food itself was so delicious and flavorful! We ordered the salmon soy sashimi, which was delicate and refreshing. The spring rolls were very aromatic, crispy, and hot. We were served complimentary kimchi, pickled radish, and kale salad for our banchan. The kimchi was addictive! For our mains, my girlfriend ordered the kimchi fried rice, and I had the Jjambbong. The portions are very generous, and each meal was easily two portions (very excited to eat my leftovers tomorrow). The Jjambbong was full of seafood--- muscles, squid, octopus, shrimp, and I think little scallops. The broth was full of depth and the noodles were soft and chewy. Absolute delight. The dessert. We ordered the lemon blueberry cheesecake and then asked for a recommendation for our second choice. We were told about a seasonal item that wasn't on the menu, a lemon yuzu cheesecake. Wow oh wow, absolutely get the lemon yuzu cheesecake if you like cheesecake and tart citrus flavors. Incredible! I'm not a huge sweets person but we got a second one to go. It was creamy and rich with a completely delectable lemon yuzu curd on top. Devastated it's a seasonal option and I can't get it forever. The blueberry was also delicious, I'm just obsessed with citrus. I want to stress that eating here is a whole experience. I can tell there's a lot of effort in creating a nice ambiance. The food is always the most important part to me in a restaurant, but the decorations, the design, the plating, the service--- it all made for an incredible experience. Totally turned my evening around. I think Lydia (our hostess) was a huge part of it too. She was always there but not in a disruptive way--- just helpful. She was thoughtful too; she put my soup in my to go container considering I probably would've made a mess, and added an extra pineapple chunk to our to-go cheesecake. She was so kind and a hardworking. Thank you! Anyways, long story short, great vibes, great quality, and fantastic prices for the food considering the freshness and portions. Definitely give Step Korean Bistro a shot. read more
1 year ago
Food: They use high quality ingredients that you can taste. Although one very minor thing: Their dishes are fresh and I was looking for a little more spice and seasoning on mine. But the rest of the side dishes make up for the lack, you almost never think of it. Service: Our server was Lydia and she was more than accommodating, helpful and friendly throughout our entire stay. Ambiance: The resto's modern contemporary interior design just gives off that upscale vibe that the rest of the excellent menu and service is already telling you. I'm very satisfied with all of it! read more
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Jayjay L.
We're so happy you had a great time with us! Thanks for taking the…
2 years ago
WOW! This place has to be our new favorite. We went on the Sunday of Memorial Day Weekend and while it was busy and understaffed we got seated quickly and served even faster! We had the male server and he was so nice and had some great conversations with us even though he was running around to his tables! The place was so adorable and very well put together. I love a good aesthetic in a place to eat, and I loved this! It made you feel like you were eating in an upscale space - without the crazy prices. Speaking of prices - these were perfect! I felt like I was getting enough for the price and it wasn't too expensive. The chicken was only $10, which I appreciate the lack of price gouging. My husband loved the bulgogi and kimchi fried rice while my favorite was the korean corn tots and the fried chicken! The spicy and sweet sauce was SO GOOD. I wish I couldn't just eat this every day. I would be a very happy camper if that was the case. The cocktails were also $10, which means that we could try a few and not feel locked down! The mocha martini was DELICIOUS. All of the cocktails are made with soju which is just so fun for a Korean restaurant. read more
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Jayjay L.
Thank you so much Makenzie for your glowing review! So glad you…
The owner of HK Market told us about their soft/grand opening on 2/17/24. Too bad they were closed when we got here... So we are back to support on 2/26/24. Support locals! Quality/Quantity - Korean Fried Chicken. KFC - Good fry, but I would have preferred honey as the "sweet" sauce. But I can understand why many businesses do not do that as it is extremely messy. But honey tastes so good! Jjambbong Udon - Okay, if you are following you know we just watched that Netflix special and visited one of their competitors. Again, this was the better of the two noodle dishes. I understand the fusion part and probably why you want to use udon noodles... But the traditional Korean noodles really SOAK up the sauce! Generous amount of seafood, thank you. Jjajang Udon - Similar to the above dish. This was slightly better than their competitors, but again, the udon noodle just throws this dish off. As usual, I would have preferred more pork; just being greedy. I think I got two cubes. 3 Banchan - Pickled radish, kimchi, and my wife's favorite kale. The kale was not my flavor. Fairly simple menu, which I felt was good. All plating & presentations were beautiful, see pictures. Atmosphere - Cool decor throughout, see pictures. Open 7 days a week from 11am to 9pm. Clean organized bathrooms, of course they are brand new also. Plenty of mall parking. Service - Good. The owner was working with the chef the entire time I was here. I walked around them taking my Yelp pictures, but they never acknowledged me... lol. The best part is that even though you were only open for a week, everything went smoothly for us. Price - $50 + tip. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success. read more
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2855 N McCarran Blvd
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