Came for the Monday/Tuesday $1 wing special!…read more There's a 15-wing limit per person, which was the perfect excuse for the two of us to try all five flavors. My rankings: Soy Garlic (The clear winner) Yangnyeom Classic Crunch (This was surprisingly good!) Spicy Korean BBQ The interior was clean and service was fine. The shop is connected to Mad for Cheesecake so it's super convenient to grab a dessert on your way out.

Doordash Order Date…read moreof Visit: 2.2.2026 Location: N/A Cuisine Type: Korean Street Food/ Chicken Vibe: N/A Cost: ~$35 Service: N/A Food/Rating: Sotteok - 4/5 - Chewy rice cake and sausage, coated in sweet, spicy Yangnyeom sauce. I don't really like the sausage since it was too salty in my opinion, but this tteok is actually kinda insane since it is just crispy enough on the outside and qq on the inside. The caramelized spicy/sweet sauce pairs quite well with the rice cake. This was maybe $5. Wings and Drums - 5/5 - I got the Yangnyeom and Spicy wings. I like how their wing/s drum's quality is consistent and they have this crispy skin and spicy sweet sauce with different level of spice (I think koreans like to add sweetness to most of their foods). I think Boncho is probably my top 3 fav kfc (korean fried chicken) spot. Overall Thoughts: Best Thing I ate: Everything here is pretty solid but the big drums is textually my favorite. Something to Improve: Make the sausage less salty there is plenty of flavor from the sauce alone but keep up the quality!

Yum - chicken sandwich was huge and so good. Cole slaw on top was unique and super tasty…read more Everything was so fresh, crisp and tasty. Service here is so friendly and while it is not quick (not fast food!) as it is made fresh with each order - it is worth the wait. Second time here and it was even better!

FYI: Order ahead for this takeout-centric spot!…read more We learned the hard way-do your research before coming! This BHC location is strictly pick-up only, though there are a few tables and seats out front in the plaza for outdoor dining. We ordered via the kiosk and waited about 20 minutes. Next time, I'll definitely order online in advance so it's ready when I arrive. While waiting, we popped into the Vons next door for bottled drinks since they only have cans here. What we ordered: 5-piece Hot Fried Drumsticks: Crispy and decent flavor. Sweet & Spicy Rice Bowl: This was a solid choice. It comes with both rice and japchae & I found the noodles especially flavorful! Halfway through our meal at the outdoor tables, a staff member kindly brought out plates and gloves, mentioning she didn't realize we were planning to eat there. It was a really nice service touch for a spot that mainly focuses on takeout.

Came here for lunch with my little girl and had a pretty good experience overall. The restaurant is…read morespacious inside with plenty of seating, which made it comfortable to dine with a kid. We ordered the lunch special -- tonkatsu with chicken karaage -- and a Sprite. The food was tasty and the portions were satisfying for a lunch combo. The staff was friendly and welcoming, which we appreciated. The only downside for me was the music that was playing. Some of the songs had inappropriate words, which isn't ideal when you're dining with young children. Other than that, it was a nice spot for lunch and we enjoyed the meal.

Came here with my daughter last Friday evening. We were seated at the counter where there was a…read morepitcher of water to help ourselves. She ordered the Black Edition Ramen with chashu pork and corn added. I ordered the Miso Tonkotsu Ramen with chicken. We weren't particularly impressed with the service here. It felt like we were forgotten after we placed our order. Our ramen came out about 40 minutes later. My daughter enjoyed her ramen, but mine was extremely salty and the chicken tasted old. It did not taste fresh at all. I've been to the other Rakiraki locations in Convoy and Mira Mesa, definitely like those better. I didn't enjoy the food or service, and the ambiance was plain and ordinary. It was clean, but lacked personality. My daughter gave her ramen 4 stars. Mine was a 2 at best. We settled on an overall score of 3 stars and agreed this location was not worth a repeat visit. For reference, below is my rating scale: 5 - excellent 4 - good 3 - average 2 - below average/bad 1 - horrible

The green curry I ordered here was quite delicious. Excellent creamy texture with splendidly tender…read morepork. I also really loved the eggplant in the curry. While the spices in the curry were there, one nitpick I have is the green curry could have been sweeter. I got the curry at a level 4 spice level and it was appropriately piquant without being overwhelming. I also ordered mango sticky rice and it was absolutely scrumptious! Sticky rice was heavenly sweet and the mangoes were very fresh. The presentation of the dish was very cute as well. Finally, props to the wait staff for the friendly and speedy service!

I was looking forward to trying a new Thai North County restaurant! We ordered two takeout dishes:…read morepad Thai shrimp and pad see ew chicken. The pad see-ew was really well done. I liked the attention to detail with a good mix of crunchy veggies: the broccoli and the corrugated cut carrots were a nice balanced touch that many pad see-ews miss. The paid Thai was solid with a good balance of toppings as well. We also ordered two Thai teas to wash everything down. Overall this was a very pleasant take out experience. I'd definitely get the pad see-ew again and I'll probably try a curry next.

Amazing experience. Food so delicious and very good service. Nice atmosphere. Love Mongolian Beef…read moreso much

Came in with no problems 852pm She said come in no problem…read moreorder, I can see they where closing cause they were cleaning but she said Togo order no problem till 930pm There's one next to my house in Escondido but I never gave it a try, but I'm glad my husband saw this along the way home! 10 stars

Mumu how have I not discovered you until now?!…read more Nestled in the 4S Ranch shopping complex next to Jamba Juice and Mendocino Farm, is this casual Korean restaurant. There are several tables inside and a few tables outside. They serve a variety of Korean dishes from grilled meats, soups, noodles, sushi, bowls, and other entrees. Something for everyone here. Being so far away from the Kearny Mesa area, I was pleasantly surprised by the authenticity of their food. It reminded me of my own mother's home cooked meals. Service was great. We were immediately greeted and seated. We got our food in a reasonable time given the food was cooked from scratch. Our server checked in a few times and let us stay a little longer to mingle. The food was fresh, tasty, and boiling hot, just how I like it ;) the food portions are very generous and the prices very reasonable. We left full and happy. Honestly the best food quality and bang for your buck for any restaurant in this area. Come support a local business! You won't be disappointed and your stomach will thank you for the delicious healthy meal! I will be back soon :)

Solid spot for sushi and large portions of Korean/Japanese food. Some of their deals are really…read moregood, such as an entire pitcher of beer for only $10, and when we were dining they had a special for certain rolls for only $10 as well! I enjoyed the roll a lot more than the Bulgogi bento box that I ordered. While I appreciated the large portion size of the bento, the meat tasted realtively plain, and not really like bulgogi. I enjoyed my White House roll a lot more, and if I return, I will likely focus more on the rolls next time. Service was decent - somewhat limited seating inside.

Great service and decor. The restaurant is very clean and organized inside. Everything is labeled…read moreand I love that you have drink options that include milk tea, passion fruit tea, and lychee tea along with the jelly and toppings bar. It's nice to have Shabu closer up north without having to drive down to Mira Mesa. The meat options were good. They were fresh. I appreciated the smaller portions to allow you to try different cuts without waste. Everything is labeled at the food stations, and they prepare the hot foods in smaller amounts and refill as needed. I really hope this spot continues to thrive. It's so hard for small businesses right now.

My partner and I visited Shani Spot on a Thursday evening around 6pm. We were immediately met at…read morethe door with a friendly greeting and sat at our table. The dining room was small and we noticed two other sets of guests at nearby tables. The server gave some recommendations, but we went with a two broths we were looking forward to trying, the tonkatsu and tom yum. The drink bar is self serve with sodas, water and a boba station, but the restaurant didn't serve beer or wine which would have been nice with the meal. The spice/sauce bar is nice, but quite a few of the containers weren't labeled. The custom sauces had pictures on how to create them, but I was a little confused as to which ingredients were which. I could have asked, but I ended up going with a sauce mixture I already knew well. All of the shabu vegetables looked good. I enjoyed this area the most. The seafood area was also well organized as well. I can see where other reviewers could potentially feel a little squished in this area, because there are only two ways in and out and the seating is a bit close to the end, but it didn't really affect me and that part isn't reflected in my own rating. The meats arrived at our table, and two of the three were tasty. The pork belly wasn't for me as it was far too fatty, but that's just my preference. I have to say that neither of the broths were very flavorful, and this is probably where my biggest disappointment was. The price for two dinners with no alcohol was $85 minus tip. Overall, I think Shabu Spot has solid potential and a truly kind staff, but in my opinion the dining experience wasn't what I had hoped for, and I would want to read better reviews before being comfortable returning.

I stumbled upon Mama's Bowl while searching for another restaurant, and it turned out to be a true…read morehidden gem. Since Korean food options are scarce in the Poway area, I visited with equal parts curiosity and hope. Tucked away in an industrial corner near Costco in Poway, this spot operates alongside a poke restaurant -- separate, yet sharing the same space. Because the menu is impressively long and diverse, I highly recommend checking it online before visiting. Despite the extensive menu, the restaurant itself is simple, casual, clean, and surprisingly spacious. It reminded me a lot of a Korean food court -- relaxed, practical, and full of variety. The menu reflects that same food-court spirit, offering many different dishes as if several vendors were gathered under one roof. We wanted to try a range of items, so we ordered kimbap, tteok-mandu-guk (rice cake dumpling soup), spicy shrimp sauté, bulgogi, and tonkatsu. All dishes were served in to-go style containers, which honestly matched the casual atmosphere quite well. The tteok-mandu-guk was especially comforting and flavorful. The spicy shrimp dish had a generous portion, and the sauce carried a pleasant level of heat without being overwhelming. The bulgogi was tender with well-balanced seasoning. The kimbap tasted good, though it felt slightly cold, and the pieces were quite large -- a bit difficult to eat comfortably. The tonkatsu was ordered for my son, and he enjoyed both the flavor and the generous portion. Overall, the food had a warm, homemade feel that I really appreciated. With such a large menu, this is definitely a place worth revisiting multiple times just to explore more dishes. The owner was incredibly kind and welcoming, adding an extra layer of warmth to the experience. Flavor, portion size, and service were all strong, and the prices are consistent with typical San Diego dining -- nothing surprising there. The location is convenient enough that whenever I'm craving Korean comfort food in Poway, this will be an easy choice. I'm already thinking about what to try next. Highly recommended for anyone who enjoys Korean food -- especially if you love discovering low-key neighborhood gems.

I really wanted to love this place. I am writing this review through my purchase via Uber Eats…read more I'm born and raised in Poway and I'm glad there is finally a Korean food spot here. I've heard great things about this place. Didn't feel like driving to it though because it was a long day at work. I ordered through Uber Eats and I got the Bulgogi, chicken wings (sweet/spicy wet rub), corn cheese and the Soondubu tofu soup. Bulgogi - 7/10; the portion was amazing however I felt that it was lacking flavor. Chicken wings - 8/10; flavor was there it was just a little bit too salty Corn cheese - 9/10; flavor was good, could have had more cheese for the cheesepull lol Soondubu tofu kimchi - 8/10; great portion size & solid flavor Food comes with rice, fish cake, sprouts, cucumber, kimchi and Korean mac salad. Great portion sizes as they were very generous. Flavor was 8 out of 10 in general. i'll have to drive here in person to order from there and try the eel bowl and kimbap.