This one feels most authentic…read more.. Before I say anything else yes, parking is limited. Why? Because it's in an area dominated by industrial businesses. Not a retail space. Boo-hoo, look around and you'll find a spot unless you're driving a yacht. Now, to the setting and the food...the setting is the way I like it. Rustic, clean, unassuming, not fancied up. Wooden privacy screens are set in between tables. (Perhaps because of Covid? Not sure.) This to me was really comfortable, didn't feel like I was stuck in a cattle car. I'm sure there's Korean BBQ here but we weren't at such a table. In fact it looked like grills had been removed from some tables and replaced with wooden covers. So nice to have that extra space because... Ordered bibimbap, bulgogi, steamed dumplings, etc. The extra side dishes I enjoy (kimchi, sprouts, etc.) were there as well. Ice tea, yadda yadda. Korean music was playing but it wasn't loud, on another screen by the kitchen I could see Family Guy. Again, not loud or intrusive. Didn't feel like they skimped on portions, there was plenty. Almost too much, wasn't sure I'd manage to finish the bulgogi but I did...mmm. Overall, this place is a nice break from other places. If you want to take someone out and just enjoy yourselves, this would be it. Perhaps a bit different when full, but still. Btw, it's been 13 years since I first went here. This week was only the second time. I totally forgot where it was or whether it was still around. So glad it is.

My goto place for Korean food especially if you are in the Rockville area. It is a hole in a wall…read morewith ads of Korean Soju posted all over their walls. This place is on the other side of the Twinbrook metro. Definitely, old korean cooking with banchan and etc. Expect the service to be real slow since theres only one server but theyre really nice as they apologize for tending so slow. Be kind to them or dont dine if you have to be out at a certain time.

Hadn't been back here in years, but came recently Saturday night, and it was just as good as I…read moreremembered! It was packed but we got one of the last tables available and were seated right away, others that came later had to wait. Service was great--staff were friendly and attentive. My favorite dish here is the Fried Chicken Wings with Garlic Sauce (Bone-in)--lollipop style wings, the flavor is unique and delicious, and the portion is huge! The Noodle with Pork & Black Bean Sauce and Noodle with Veg & Beef Spicy Seafood Soup are my top favorites noodle dishes here. We also got the Fried Dumplings, which were just okay. For drinks, they have a variety of Soju, another drink favorite of mine lol. Highly recommend this place!

Pros- Clean establishment…read more Cons- High priced Food is ala carte Service could be more attentive We came to check this place out as my daughter likes it. In the door the place was clean and well lit. Our server was attentive to us in the very beginning b I t did decline. Menu choices to me were a little odd to include everything is ala carte, you dont even get rice with a meal. We were a party of 8 so we all ordered something different. For me the food lacked flavor and the fried beef was like eatting beef Jerry. We had some children with us who dont eat with chop sticks and getting regular utensils seemed difficult. Our server filled our waters in the beginning but that was it, after that finding her for anything was not happening. Finally, they attached a automatic gratuity which i have an issue with, I am a great tipper but if service sucks then it should be my decision on how much to tip.

One word: BLAND. The…read morefood was a huge disappointment. I ordered beef with fried egg, vegetables, and rice. Honestly, it looked way better than it tasted. I was so underwhelmed that I packed the rest up just so I could go home and try to "doctor it up" myself with some seasoning and pepper. Fast forward...even the remix at home couldn't save it. The food was just not giving. The service, however, was quick, and the staff seemed kind. There was definitely a language barrier though, which made it hard to ask questions or get recommendations, and that took away from the experience a bit. As for the decor, it's a pretty large venue with a standard setup. Nothing particularly memorable besides the occasional Korean imagery throughout the space. Overall, I really wanted to enjoy this spot, but the food just missed the mark for me.

We had other plans but those didn't work out so we went with Gah Rham. It did not disappoint! It's…read morea bit pricey, however the service was good, the food was delicious, and the menu had good options. The atmosphere is nothing special but I don't come here for a pretty establishment I came to eat and eat we did. One tip: Don't visit on Tuesdays because they are closed. And ask questions they are happy to explain every dish in great detail.

Incredible place! I loved the food, customer service, and the atmosphere. It's a great location and…read moreambience. My group enjoyed the pan-fried grandma's dumplings, korean friend 'chicken', and scallion pancakes, among other great items. Desserts are also a highlight here, we loved the caramelized apple sweet buns. Looking forward to coming back and trying more of the menu!

Alison Amazing food service and ambiance with plenty of…read moreoptions for any diet. The restaurant is really cute too with plenty of plants. We got grandma's noodles, janchi bento, broccoli and fried chicken bento and pistachio cake. The janchi bento and cake were my favorite but everything was great. I also love the QR code ordering concept. I'll come back with my husband!

A hidden gem in Bethesda. Environment is a hole in a wall. The food is excellent. This is a…read morefamily-owned, authentic Korean restaurant, established in 2013 by the Kang family. The Kloud beer, a Korean lager, was light with citrus tones. Could have been improved if it had been served ice cold instead of chilled. The Hotstone bibimbap comes with 5 banchans: cabbage kimchi, radish kimchi, cucumber salad, potato salad, and fish cake. Tasty treats. The bibimbap itself is delicious, clean - you put your own sauce on. Our waitress generously brought us one of each sauce so we could experiment. My soft tofu seafood stew was marvelously spicy and the fresh shrimp, clams, and mussel blended well with the chunks of soft tofu. Definitely coming back!

I've been coming here for many years and I will say that this most recent mail was the best I've…read moreever had here. The bipbimbap with crunchy rice is so satisfying and the galbi was perfectly cooked. This place is amazing. Go today.

The best AYCE KBBQ in the dmv in my opinion. The brisket there is actually comparable to à la carte…read morestyle. Also, the price to quality ratio is amazing especially with the variety of cuts you get from beef, pork, chicken/seafood. They also have sides to order and ramen which is cooked perfectly every-time. All my experiences, each of our servers have gone above and beyond. Shout out to Will who always takes care of us!! Cuts I recommend: brisket, spicy brisket, seasoned/soy top blade, pork jowl One of my highly recs and worth driving for!!

Chadol in Rockville, MD, opened in 2022 and is the first of three restaurant locations. They pride…read morethemselves on serving high-quality ingredients, specifically Certified Angus Beef and Duroc Pork. The restaurant itself is notably clean and well-ventilated, which is a plus for a table-side Korean BBQ experience. THE FOOD We ordered the Chadol Premium Combo, which featured five delicious cuts of Angus beef accompanied by a bowl of soybean soup, fresh lettuce leaves, large pink pickled daikon slices, and three standard dipping sauces. We also added a salad and the cheese corn to round out the meal. Overall, the meat quality was excellent. * Unmarinated Short Rib: Simple, high-quality, and quite tasty. * Boneless Ribeye: Prepared with rosemary and butter, making it an incredibly rich and flavorful bite. * Marinated Boneless Short Rib: Prepared with sesame and garlic. Because this cut is closer to the bone, it was flavorful and tender. As a bonus, the fried garlic left at the bottom of the pan after cooking was absolutely delicious. * Marinated Galbi Short Rib: Very tender and surprisingly flavorful without leaning too sweet, which was a great balance. * Pickled Chayote: Made with chopped onions and jalapeños. This side was refreshing and flavorful, serving as palate cleanser between rich bites of beef. THE SERVICE * Our server, Kaitlyn, took a no-nonsense, efficient approach to our meal. She helped start the grilling process and dropped by periodically to fire up the next batch of meats and refill our banchan and water. Tip: You have the option to cook everything yourself, but if you want assistance, simply flip the table sign to request help with the grill. OVERALL A clean environment for high-quality Korean BBQ with solid, efficient service and excellent cuts of meat.

It was my favorite korean bbq place because food was good and beer was cheap. Used to take my…read morefamily here every once in awhile but saw they closed awhile back

Closed for renovation. Very disappointed to find this notice on the door. Traffic is ugly due to…read morepurple line construction.

I was blessed to experience Bibibop at a derby party yesterday. let me tell you that this food was…read moreamazing! I had the tofu bowl with rice, lettuce, onions, eggs, cheese and broccoli with black beans. YUMMY!!! So here's some background information because I have never heard of this place before: Bibibop has been described as "an Asian take on Chipotle." It was founded in 2013 in Columbus, Ohio by Korean American entrepreneur Charley Shin, the founder of Charleys Cheesesteaks. Casual eatery providing customized bowls, rice and salads along with a selection of Asian-inspired toppings. mixed rice Bibimbap meana (mixed rice), sometimes romanised as bi bim bap or bi bim bop, is a Korean rice dish... In my opinion I would say bibimbap is generally considered a very healthy and nutritious dish. It provides a balanced mix of carbohydrates, protein, and fiber. Typically featuring steamed rice, various vegetables, protein (egg or beef), and sesame oil, it is low in fat, high in vitamins, and supports healthy weight management. What are you waiting for!!!???? Drop by a location today and grab a healthy meal!!!!!

We are in town doing a job and decided to check out this Bibibop location. It was fresh, delicious…read moreand filling. I also love that it was gf!