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    Ugly Rice

    4.7 (7 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Jessi G.

    Wow! I have been waiting for this place to open for a while, as I live very close by and love Korean food. We were lucky enough to dine in on the day they opened and went for dinner. For starters, the space is such a cute vibe and we loved all the decorations they had up representing the Korean culture and food. The owner was there, working hard and cooking, and was professional and friendly. I ordered Tteokbokki and the Teriyaki Tofu Bowl. My boyfriend got the Bulgogi bowl, and the owner was kind enough to give us some Spicy Korean wings on the house. Everything was absolutely delicious! We practically inhaled the food. The flavors, temperature, and textures of the food were superb. Even the dressing on the side salads we got were so flavorful. I love that they served the food in takeout boxes and bowls so it made it easy for us to take home whatever we could not finish; believe me if we could fit any more food in our bellies, we would! The menu had so many different options from wings and ramen to sushi and of course, Korean Fried Chicken! My boyfriend and I shall certainly become regulars and make it our mission to try everything on their menu. Please come and support this small family owned business. You will leave happy and full!

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