Hands down my favorite Korean Chinese fusion spot in the greater Portland area!! Pan + Grill K…read moreFusion serves the best black bean noodles I've had around here - rich, savory, and full of that unmistakable wok hei flavor. The pork belly is high quality and they don't skimp on the veggies. Their tangsuyuk is another standout, perfectly crispy even when coated in sauce, which is no easy feat (if you know, you know). The wasabi shrimp has a unique, addictive flavor with just the right amount of crunch. And the kimchi burger? Thoughtfully crafted with a soft brioche bun, a juicy, flavorful patty, and kimchi that really pops. Beyond the food, the hospitality makes the experience even better. Sam and the staff are incredibly warm and attentive. They are happy to offer recommendations, check in throughout your meal, and always greet you with a smile. If I lived closer, I would be there all the time, especially to take advantage of their lunch specials. If you are in the area, this place is an absolute must try, especially since they are always updating the menu with new dishes to try!

Overall this place is amazing. My boyfriend and I have came twice in the same week so that says a…read morelot about the food here. I didn't give it a 5 star because I was a bit disappointed with how little protein they add to their ganjjajang. First time I ordered the pork and then I ordered the seafood on another visit. The taste was amazing and authentic but I was disappointed with the pork because they give you like 6 pieces of pork and there is tiny fried pieces as well but the size of a scab lol. I love the big pieces of veggies in it but it's sad they can't do the same with the protein. Now with the seafood version it was the exact same thing very little protein but mountain of veggies except this time the zucchini was so tiny while they gave me giant blocks of onions again I don't mind that but it's all disproportionate. Nothing to what I have had at different Korean spots in Arizona. Everything else is amazing like their fried rice or bulgogi burgers. Their tteokboki is alright it's a niche type of dish so it won't be for everyone. It was more sweet than I like but that's just a me thing. Service was great and the ambiance was chill, quiet and cozy. We will still be returning just maybe will stop ordering the jajamyeon unfortunately.

Top notch KBBQ. The meat is very high quality and the service is usually solid. I wish their lunch…read morebowls were 1-2 dollars cheaper and I'd probably order them a lot more often.

TOO MUCH FOR 2 PEOPLE!! I would not recommend going with…read moreany less than 3 people if you choose the AYCE option. They require 4 types of meat to be ordered per round, so to get your money's worth it is soooo much food to be consuming with less people. The wine pork belly is awful. It was room temperature and tasted more rancid than anything else. No salt or flavor. The tripe was insanely tough and chewy, you could get the same experience from a rotting tire in Portland. The garlic, and lemon pepper chicken were both dry and flavorless. Not a very good variety of vegetables either. The Galbi was actually flavorful and juicy and I would personally recommend that if you decide to go. The server was polite and very respectful but I might as well have been mute and them blind with how easy it was to call them back to be able to order rounds of food following the first one. They were slow to clean up empty plates as well. The grill was not hot enough to cook things in a timely manner so I would also keep that in mind. We went on a Saturday night and had to wait around 25 minutes to be seated. I don't think I would go back but you can decide for yourself. ;))

This was my second visit to this spot. Both times had the same thing, the hot stone bibimbap…read more This day I went solo for lunch. King Kong Korean does it right. Sizzling bowl of heaven. The Banchan sides are perfect. Especially the radish and fish cake. I was served by Jonathan. A very polite and courteous young man. He made sure my drinks were topped off and also took the time to engage me in conversation. The bibimbap is fresh, sizzling hot and delicious. I sat in a booth , and want to say there are tables available as well. Obviously this place has made my faves list when in the area. Thanks King Kong Korean. One happy customer.

On the surface, Kingkong Korean BBQ is pretty much like every other "grill-it-yourself"…read moreestablishment, which is generally a good thing. It's immediate flaws are the same as its brethren: why does it seem like no one knows how to operate the grill at the table properly? It's always too slow to warm up, not hot enough, and requires manual intervention. Once that issue is taken care of, though, you're pretty much left to your own devices, and your satisfaction is solely based on what you order, and how well you cook it. Well, almost. In this case, for the most part, the cuts of meat were as good as any other Korean BBQ, but there were some that were decidedly not. Winners: bulgogi, miso pork belly, la galbi short ribs, steamed egg, all the side dishes and sauces. Losers: just about everything else, including the service; the employees were well-meaning and nice enough, but they were obviously very green, awkward, and forgetful. Despite being on the "premium" menu, avoid the King Kong Steak and the King Kong Marinated Beef, both of which are thick, tough slabs of meat that are took difficult to grill properly, especially when there are any of the aforementioned grill heating problems, and even then, they're just too thick, and not particularly appetizing. We also had some uninspired "cajun" shrimp, which is just regular shrimp with a dusting of seasoning on top. In fact, if it weren't for the LA Galbi short ribs, I'd say you can safely ignore the "premium" menu altogether, and just stick with the basics. That way, you can have an enjoyable meal, without paying extra for things you aren't likely to enjoy. There are better Korean BBQ places out there, but I wouldn't be opposed to giving King Kong another shot in the future. I just wouldn't pay anything more than standard price.

Came in recently and the space looks way better than before. We havent came back in a while since…read morewe been exploring other places. The new renovation definitely feels more elevated, and honestly Vancouver needs more spots like this where you can enjoy a nicer atmosphere without having to drive into Portland. Service was great, staff was professional, attentive, and overall gave off a good vibe. It actually felt like they enjoy working there, which makes a difference. I did read on their webpage that they aim to bring authentic Japanese and Korean food. Personally, wouldn't consider it fully authentic, especially if you've traveled to Japan or the mainland, you'll notice the difference. The food leans more toward American style Japanese/Korean cuisine. That being said, the food was still good and satisfying. Not authentic, but enjoyable. We would come back and are interested in trying more items on the menu. I'll update my review if anything changes.

The service was amazing, our waiter was nice and since it was our first time he was well informed…read moreand polite. Didn't get to get a picture of the new look inside but it was very beautiful w the white centered tree. Wasn't busy when me and my sisters went around 3 pm. The food: was amazing! I got the Dia-bowl ramen and Gyoza. The Dia-bowl is actually very spicy, would only recommend if you love spice. My sisters got the Korean Bulgogi which she loved, and The Original Ramen bowl which she also said had great flavor. Would come again!

It was very quiet when we arrived around noon on a Wednesday. There were 2 self order kiosks…read moreavailable and also someone to order if you don't want to use the kiosk? Yes, he will take cash. The menu was small so it was quick to order even with the kiosk. The wait for the food wasn't bad either, we ordered, ate and was out of there within an hour. Everything we ordered was delicious! The gahn-jang steak was charred to perfection and you can taste the savory and sweetness of the ganjang. The corn cheese was also amazing; first one I had that's seasoned the cheese itself. The bulgogi was good too but very basic. I will definitely be back to try other things on the menu!

Food was good. Quiet place. We were the only patrons for a while. We got drinks, two different…read moreentrees to share and an appetizer. First server was friendly. We ordered at the kiosk and sat down to wait. The person who brought us our food was far from friendly. A bit rude when we had to repeat himself when we didn't hear what he said at first. Anyway we didn't have a lot of contact with the employees but the little contact we had was annoying. Which is disappointing since there's so many other places to try.

one of the better korean barbecue places that i have been to! quality was of high standard and…read moreexceeded my expectations. we ordered the combo to share, which was plenty. service was also very polite and courteous, making sure to change our grill as needed and check in frequently. the space was very polished, modern, and clean which was absolutely great. looking forward to seeing them grow and set a new standard for kbbq -- while there isnt ayce, it is still well worth it.

You can go all you can eat and have lots of food thats a mixed bag in terms of quality…read more Or you can come to Goong, pay roughly the same price get a very healthy dosage of protein, all the rice and lettuce you want as well as the side dishes and still walk away quite full. we tried the combo B and felt the portions were fairly generous. What I most appreciate is the ventilation system... which won't leave your clothes smelling of your meal. Certainly there are time for AYCE, but if it's quality you want, I'd consider here. I wish the banchan had a better mix, other than that, it's quite solid.

My friend and I decided that we would stop here for our lunch date. We typically would select a…read morerandom restaurant near our work and try. This week it is this location. Upon entering, we walked to the register to order and pay for our food. Afrer that, we went to find a seat. Water was placed out in the open so it was easy to access. I ordered the pak kee mao with beef, extra spicy. My friend ordered dumplings and the tom yum soup. Not long after we sat down, our food came out. My pak kee mao was very good! The right amount of spice. My friend's dumplings was good and the tom yum soup was on point.

This place is freaking delicious and I wish I tried it sooner! This will definitely be my go to for…read moreramen and mango sticky rice. It's a small little place with some seating but I ordered to go and it didn't take long at all! I love that they pack a soup spoon with it, nice touch! I got the vegi ramen with no nori and added chicken and the mango sticky rice. There's so much food that I will definitely have enough for dinner too! I am going to add some soy sauce and spicy stuff because I forgot to and it's a bit bland without it. But highly recommend!! I was told to try to chicken bulgogi next!

What a gem of a spot! I stopped in recently and ordered the chicken larb and mushroom fritters…read more Both were delicious! The fritters had great flavor and texture, and the larb was well-seasoned and satisfying. My only small note is that I wish the larb had packed a bit more heat. I ordered medium and was hoping for a little more of a kick. The menu has plenty to explore with lots of tempting options to try on my next visit. The space itself has a really nice vibe with both indoor and outdoor seating. The staff are absolutely wonderful! Friendly, attentive and welcoming from the moment you walk in. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in the area. Highly recommend giving this place a try!

There are few places to dine at, in Felida…read more We love Asian food, so naturally, we decided that Local Asian Bistro would be a lovely place to have an early dinner, before the rush started. We were very pleased to be seated immediately. Beautiful ambience. Elegant. Perfect for a lovely date. The food was absolutely delicious. Wonderful presentation. Serving sizes were good. Enough to take home for lunch the next day. Reasonable prices. Another good reason we keep coming back.