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    Woo Jung Restaurant

    4.5 (293 reviews)
    ModerateKorean
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Sarah C.

    Legit Korean food outside of Brighton. Was skeptical at first as prices are ridiculously high (maybe no competition) but food came out to be flavorful and delicious. The kimchi jigae order was bland so I would spice it up. All entrees came with a bowl of rice. One of the banchan I would love them to refill - looks like kimchi but with a tangy taste. I would love to see that on appetizer menu. Free parking.

    This is AFTER I finished, I got 3 meals and a snack out of the appetizers.

    My go to for fresh Korean Food. I will no longer eat cheap Chinese food! Bimbap #23, no rice is my favorite dish. Spicy kimchee to go. BYOB

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    Will P.

    Woo Jung has been in Ayer 33 years and there is a reason for it. Quality and good service. I remember this place went stationed on Devens in the 90s and it's still good food. It's a simple low frills decor on the inside but comfortable. Very clean and tidy. I like the intro of scissors to cut the long noodles.

    Bibimbap bowl with beef
    Alexandra G.

    I love the japchae/fried rice combo, the kimbap, kimchi pancakes and the pickled cucumbers! Recently tried the bimbipbap. SO GOOD! Service is always friendly and timely. Overall chill ambiance, for a casual lunch.

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    33 years ago this place was one of the only Korean place that was decent in Boston area. I endured long car rides to have a bowl of spicy noodles and taste of the home country. Now there are so many other options nearby and the place doesn't stand out as much but it's still good. Thankful for all the memories. It looks like the place hasnt changed much. Seems like the same sign. Seats are different. There used to be no chair seating area in front of restrooms but no more. The price is kind of high now. $21 for the noodles and $17.50 for fried rice. However my daughter and I had our fill of great food and also hd some leftover. Service was quick and servers attentive. I saw bunch of fancy out of state cars parked outside. Maybe people like me visiting the old memories. Thank you for keep going.

    Bulgo Gi, Bip Im Bap, scallion pancake and assorted sides...so good!!!!
    James K.

    Very modest dining room as others have noted, the food is the star of this operation. You must try it for yourself!!!

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    The food was just ok. The service was terrible. The guy up front was so rude and showed no interest whatsoever.

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    The service was horrible and the food was way too salty. This place use to be really good but it has gone downhill.

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    After all these years still a very authentic Korean restaurant. Food was good and the side dishes were excellent as well

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    Excellent and timely delivery of very good Chinese food.let you known about tonight's order later.

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