Mouthwatering Korean in Detroit

Bonchon

★★★★☆ 4.2 (72) • $$

"Best soy garlic drumsticks. Not only it's crunchy and flavorful but also juicy. Korean bbq sauce is a bit tangy and has that acquired taste of gochujang sauce. I prefer soy garlic sauce. Surprisingly we got the food within 5 mins which is very quick. Probably we went there right when they opened. Great customer service, dining area is clean too. Parking is easy. Will definitely come back"

Sapporo Sushi

★★★★☆ 4.2 (265) • $$

"I truly love a reliable strip mall sushi place and Sapporo is just that.If I ever have an errand I have to do in the area, I make it a point to work in a visit here. It's off John R. Road, which I have a theory that that road is a lay lie for excellent food. I have been there four times now or so. I choose them over other fast/casual or fancy spots, especially for lunch as they have excellent lunch specials.Is the sushi the best I have ever had? No, but it is the best I've found in the metro Detroit area for the price. The last time I went, I think the shrimp and the tuna were a little meh, but the Esocolar and Salmon were excellent. They accidentally gave me the chicken katsu when I was there last and I ate it while waiting for my sushi special. I would put their katsu against Ima Izakaya, for half the price, it was at least as good. Their tempura, seaweed salad, and miso are all very good and they have a good house sake as well as Japanese beers. Kampai!"

Saica

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (129) • $$

"It was a cold and rainy weekday. With the weather having recently turned full-on fall, I needed something piping hot to keep me warm. After a quick perusal of Yelp, I decided to try out a new place. Tucked away in a small shopping center on Plymouth, Saica is unassuming from the outside, but is a cozy respite from the ordinary on the inside. The decor is clean without being spartan, and tables are spaced perfectly so it doesn't feel too snug. We were seated quickly and I decided almost immediately on the Bulgogi Udon. A short wait later my meal arrived, and it didn't disappoint. Hot, umami, and with perfectly slurpable noodles, I didn't hold back as I enjoyed my food. I think I finished it in record time, and didn't leave any room for dessert (a reason to come back, then!) There's an enticing-looking sushi bar that we didn't take advantage of on this trip, but I'll bookmark that for our next outing!"

Sushi Dabu

★★★★☆ 3.9 (145) • $$

"As much as I love Japanese and Korean food, I am surprised that I haven't discovered this place earlier. I have been to the neighboring Lai Lai numerous times in the past, but never ventured into this gem. It was only on a recommendation from one of the workers at the nearby Galleria Market that I decided to check this restaurant out, and I am very happy that I did.I decided for my first visit at lunchtime to order a bowl of what my friends in Tokyo call the epitome of Japanese Soulfood: Oyakodon. This is a donburi (rice bowl), that features cooked chicken, egg, and onion on sticky rice. The name, literally means "parent-and-child rice bowl," and derives from the use of chicken (parent) and egg (child). Just about every city in Japan has a restaurant in their neighborhood that serves this dish. Usually, Oyakodon is made with dark meat from the thighs, but at Sushi Dabu they use white breast meat from the chicken, which gives it a much different taste. This is also true of other Japanese entrées they serve. I also noticed the meat was slightly dry, but my taste buds discovered that the dashi used to make the Oyakodon was lacking in flavor. So I asked the owner for a salt shaker to give it a boost. From what I was able to gather, the owners at Sushi Dabu believe in making their food as healthy as possible, using low sodium and no flavor enhancers. This would make completely sense, and is a heart-smart approach to cooking, which promotes a healthy living lifestyle. With that being said, they only offer Kikkoman Low Sodium soy sauce at the tables, which they use in their cooking methods. Finally, the interior of the restaurant is very clean, which also includes the bathrooms. Likewise, the new owners now serve sake, beer, and other alcohol products. Honestly, this is a place you can take your family, friends, and coworkers to for an enjoyable meal.The next time I go back, I am going to check out their sushi, and other entrées. Their Korean menu looks amazing! Honestly, how can you go wrong with a bowl of bibimbap!?"

Kimchi Box

★★★★☆ 4.2 (187) • $$

"My son told me how great the chicken sandwich was, but I had to try the bibimbap. Take a look at the picture: they give you a lot, and it's beautiful. I ordered carryout, so I don't know if the rice is the traditional way, sizzling on the inside of a stone bowl. It's really the thing that makes the dish. And, the carryout contained steamed rice.Steamed rice, and a lot more: cabbage, corn, beans, celery, carrots, rice noodles, and a choose of several different proteins. I got the spicy pork. They also include lettuce for some reason. It is high-quality, but it doesn't belong here. I seriously picked every bit of it out.They had a fried egg on top, and a fair amount of gochujang, although I could have used more. With all that going on, I can overlook for a bit the fact that the rice is not sizzling.This masterpiece was also prepared quickly. They told me it would take about 10 minutes, but it was closer to 6. I'm genuinely concerned that there might not be enough business to keep the doors open, but they have definitely gained a new customer."

Sushi Q

★★★★☆ 4.1 (157) • $$

"Just keep in mind voted the best sushi in town. I had the hibachi chicken and steak very delicious. Appetizers I recommend deep fried avocado tuna. They will let you know that some of the dishes are traditional and some have been Americanize. It is the owners who will serve you be patient and don't be rude. It's the reason why this place is so successful. They are leaders not bosses which makes this place feel more like its dinner with the family. They change menu so be prepared to ask questions. Invites Some friends let's say about 8 perfect for a big sushi platter. That's all. Chief The only lonely road to life are the ones you decide to endure."

Kim's Bap

★★★★☆ 4.2 (11)

"Very new, still working out kinks. Used to be Sushi Yeoubi and it's not clear if there's any relation. Kim's Bap has a fairly small menu that seems to be authentic. Coincidentally, I met a Korean woman a couple weeks after visiting who told me that the food is not authentic; I will take her at her word.To me, having only passing familiarity with Korean food, the menu did not seem Americanized in the least. And the only seated table was four Asian people in their 20s speaking what might have been Korean. Only 10 menu items, and none sound particularly approachable to someone who isn't open to Asian food. I would not bring my parents here.I love bibimbap and, since cockle bibimbap was the only option, I tried it. Turns out cockles are like clams and are surprisingly good. Not sure I liked it better than tofu or beef, but I really couldn't complain. The kimchi was spicy, the green beans were even spicier, and the other accessories were all nicely done. I was surprised that the meal came with hot and sour soup - it was very good. We also got the galbi (which I expected to see as kalbi; apparently they are interchangeable transliterations), beef short ribs. Tender, tasty, would definitely order again. They also gave us a few mini pancakes. Loved them!"

Kang's Korean Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.9 (231) • $

"In my opinion - the best restaurant in Ann Arbor! It is small, homey, and intimate (only about 6 tables in the whole store) and the food is so incredible. I always get the beef bibimbap and potstickers. Very well priced and a great place for students."

Chung Ki Wa

★★★★☆ 3.9 (298) • $$

"What a hidden gem--so glad my friend recommended this place.Great service, very attentive staff. The food was excellent and plentiful, also loved the (complimentary) banchan: fish cakes, kimchi, marinated cucumbers, cabbage salad, green dish (mustard greens?--forgot to ask). I really loved the cucumbers and cabbage salad! Kimchi was a little fishy for my taste.Since I've never been my friend decided to order a ton of different foods, so I could try a lot of different things, and she could have leftovers. I started with the Gun Man Doo (dumplings) and Seaweed Salad. The dumplings were delicious, really liked the sauce that comes w it too! The seaweed salad was too fishy for my taste--maybe too much fish sauce? My friend ordered the Gyeran Jjim (Steamed Eggs), which is like a fluffy mound of scrambled eggs. Yum! She ordered Galbi (marinated beef short ribs)--that flavor!!--and Budae Jeongol (soup w a variety of meats in it) which was way too spicy for me. I'm a wimp! And I ordered the seafood bibimbap and LOVED it. You get tiny shrimp, scallops, mussels, and octopus in every bite, and the flavors were subtle and delicious. Perfect dish for a freezing cold night! Just be sure to stir the rice after they set the pot down, so it doesn't burn on the bottom! We were stuffed by the end of the meal, and my friend had lots of leftovers to take home! Would definitely recommend and will definitely go back!! My friend also order"

HanJan Pocha

★★★★☆ 4.1 (21)

"Super delicious every time I go! If you know anything about Korean culture or Pocha's you will soon realize this is like being transported directly into Seoul and to enjoy authentic food with a great vibe."

Pekin Tokyo

★★★★☆ 3.8 (182) • $$

"I haven't been here in a while and stopped in after work. I tried the Spicy Kung Pao Chicken with medium heat/ spice and it was so delicious! The sauce was nice and peppery giving a nice zing and complementing the flavors of the diced celery, water chestnuts and zucchini perfectly! I love celery and water chestnuts in my chop suey type dishes, the crunch and texture are so satisfying. There were also peanuts in the dish for more crunchy goodness. I had white rice and a spring roll which comes with dinner. The service is always welcoming and attentive at the right times. Isabella was my server tonight and was very gracious as always. I wanted to try their cucumber salad but unfortunately they were out of it. Next time for sure ! The restaurant is spacious and very clean, staff are never idle and clearing tables, wiping down surfaces. They have a sushi bar/ chef as you enter but no chairs to sit there, otherwise you'd be in the way of traffic, drivers picking up orders and right next to the door. Another thing I love is their Jasmine/ green tea, it's comforting and tasty straight up. It was served in a beautiful ceramic cup, no handle, which was easy to hold and warm my hands as well! I highly recommend this restaurant for different cuisine: sushi, hibachi, Asian, Teriyaki, Thai dishes that are very flavorful and satisfying! Check it out!Prices are affordable $-$$ my meal was $18 and change, and the portions are ample. I had lunch for tomorrow"

Dae Jang Keum

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (89) • $$

"Great food, the perfect ambiance for a date night or a girls night. The 2 person meat platter with kimchi here was really tasty and is such a large amount of food. This was my first time at Dae Jang Keum and I would say it was a great dinner. The owner helped us with cooking our platter and was our server was stellar she provided excellent service. I will definitely be back and recommend this restaurant, we really loved it. Dae Jang Keum is a must try!!!"

Soora

★★★★★ 4.5 (164) • $$

"I don't know Korean food at all. We went off our waitresses recommendations and a little off Yelp recommendations. Wow, so delish. Everything we had was delicious, fresh and wonderfully prepared I tried so hard to remember what we had and I think I got on most of them in the caption, but we started with egg rolls and dumplings. We then had beef rice silver noodles and chicken wings. Every bite was amazing. I think...gyoza, Jap Char and yang nam. Highly recommend!"

Kimchi Box

★★★★☆ 4.2 (86) • $$

"My husband and I decided to try out this place before his soccer game on Monday and we were beyond impressed. The food looked and tasted so amazing. The prices were also very reasonable. You order from the front and given a number tag. Once your food is ready, they bring it out to the table. While you are waiting, (which isn't long at all), you can grab whatever you need from the self-service station. The decor and inside was really nice and clean."

Yori sushi

★★★★☆ 4.3 (72)

"I'm not the biggest fan of raw fish sushi. Not for any food safety concerns, just my palette does not care for the flavor nor texture of raw fish. So happy to find that Yori offers a very large selection of different types of cooked / fried fish sushi. I ordered four different types cooked /fried fish sushi and was so so delicious! Definitely my new sushi place!Also, the Beef Bibimbap is outstanding! The beef has a wonderful marinade and the portion is generous for the price."

Tomukun Korean Barbeque

★★★★☆ 4 (505) • $$

"Needed a place to eat when we came for a college visit. So the first day we have gone to the Tomukun. Great place to eat. Food is top notch and since you cook it to your own specifications it works out great since noone is there to blame for messing up the doneness. Ambiance is that of a college place although the place is a bit pricey for a college hangout.Probably will visit it again if ever given a chance."

Ninja Sushi

★★★☆☆ 2.9 (186) • $$

"I deliver for doordash and come here often , tonight my husband and I decided to try them , and they were awesome ! Very close to my mother in laws. Hers has just a little more heat and and different spices.... but these guys put their heart into it and are my going to be my new go to for awesome korean food and sushi"

Broadway Cafe & Hoagie

★★★★☆ 4.3 (145) • $

"This place has been a childhood favorite. I am so happy they are still here (post pandemic). The food is great. The hoagies are my favorite. This may not be a popular statement but I like them over Gabriel's Hoagies. Those are good but these have a little Asian flavor to them. Delicious. AND they are huge! You won't care about spending 10 bucks. Doooooo it!This is a short review because Broadway is amazing.Nothing more to say. It's in a strip mall. Not fancy. Just damn good food."

The Seoul

★★★★☆ 4.1 (72)

"Came here after a football game for dinner and had baby and toddler in tow as well. Very happy AA has some traditional Korean options compared to 5-8 years ago when we lived there, The servers were very friendly but for some reason wanted us to sit at a table that was connected to another party's table due to our stroller. The restaurant was fairly empty at this point so it wasn't because this was the only option... I tried explaining that we'd like to sit somewhere else but they didn't seem to understand so we just sat there hoping our kids wouldn't bother the other party! Aside from that - we were pleasantly surprised by dinner and how good the food was! Great flavor of the bulgogi, sundubu was decent but quite spicy. This was their combo meal and it was a generous amount of meat for a combo! Husband got the dol sot bibimbap and it was sizzling temperature hot! Banchan was very tasty, The servers were very kind to my kiddos and brought out a booster seat, plastic cup with lid for water. The bathrooms are single person and extremely spacious, clean, and the ladies room has a changing table. So other than the weird seating issue, very family friendly! I would go back if we lived in AA :)"

Sambong Korean Restaurant

★★★★★ 4.6 (14)

"Newly opened!!Fast casual Korean food - they were really busy on Friday night, which is a great sign! You order at the front and then find a seat and grab all your utensils, water or complementary bone broth (yummy!), condiments and plates and bowls at a self service station. Signs everywhere to remind no tipping and you bus your own food - but prices are very reasonable and staff are friendly! We ordered bulgogi, pork cutlet, dumplings and pancake and total was $60 all in, no tip. Everything was great, fresh, and the main entrees included a small bowl of rice and kimchi. There's mustard and vinegar along with salt and pepper at the self serve counter. We live nearby and will definitely come back - and a good sign that so many Koreans were eating here too! This is a welcome eatery to the area - fresh, reasonable prices and unique! There were some things on the menu that they don't have in stock; Small menu but very well done; there are about 3 vegetarian dishes, so may be limited if that's a dietary restriction. Small seating area that can fill up at busy times. We were a party of 3 and got the last 4 top so there may be a wait if it's a busy time.Big strip mall parking lot High chairs and booster seatsBathrooms but I didn't check them out."

Wasabi Korean and Japanese Cuisine

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (360) • $$

"If you want extremely affordable, high quality sushi, go here. This is not only the best quality sushi in the area, it is somehow the most affordable when it comes to the basic rolls (tuna avocado roll, salmon roll etc.).Like it is cheaper than rolls from a Grocery Store with far far greater quality! I think they're able to do this because of their very, very low overhead.Whenever I want sushi, I come here, and am never disappointed. One of the best values in all of Detroit!P.S. They'll let you sit in the back of the restaurant for a take out order if you ask"

Kimchi

★★★★☆ 3.9 (141) • $$

"Korean food is amazing. With that being said, Korean food at a restaurant is usually a tough thing to have and taste authentic, sometimes. This place, serves the most amazing Korean dishes that leave me wanting MORE! Their Korean fried chicken is the stuff that dreams are made of. Just enough spiciness, sweetness and tanginess to have you weak in the knees. Their bulgogi is delicious and seasoned just right. The bimbimbap in a stone bowl comes out piping hot and creates the crunchy crust of rice at the bottom. The restaurant itself is in a modest strip mall close to IKEA. Not fancy but WOW the food! Our server has seen us twice already and both times greeted us like we were some friends of his visiting from college. Very familiar and comfortable. The kimchi is amazing, as one would hope, as that is the namesake of the restaurant. Go there and try them out today!"

Sushi Bon

★★★★☆ 4 (168) • $$

"Great sushi place. My husband doesn't like sushi but has gotten their cooked chicken sushi and liked it a lot. I always go to the shrimp lovers. It is the best. The Chicago is a really unique roll that I like to get once in a while."

Tomo Korean & Japanese Cuisine

★★★★☆ 3.8 (292) • $$

"Great fast service Mini salad was delicious with this crèmy ginger salad dressingI ordered the Okonomiyaki and it didn't disappoint. The sauce was great. Smooth and creamery sweet."

Kimchi Box Plus

★★★★☆ 4.2 (59)

"One of my favorite cuisine is Korean BBQ. This was my first time here. It didn't take me long to appreciate Kimchi Plus! Fantastic meal, wonderful service and such a clean and cool aesthetic. Each side (banchan) was delicious and complimented the meal and a nice appetizer as well. I enjoyed the japchae as it had deep flavors and oh, so satisfying! The meat variety were all quality with nice sized portions. The marinade that is used is spot on! It enhances the meat so much! I enjoyed the shrimp and BBQ chicken. My dining party raved about the kalbi and the bulgogi. We also loved the eggs and corn cheese. What treats! It really rounded out the meal. Everyone was so nice and accommodating! The staff is great! the entire experience was amazing! We cannot wait to return!"

K-BBQ

★★★★★ 4.5 (109)

"We have been customers for years and have loved the wings, bulgogi and bibimbap. The wings are flavorful and crispy. The crunch is satisfying and the sauce varieties are perfect for your spicy cravings or I get them plain and sauces on the side to take home. There's a nice dining room area if you want to eat in. The customer service is great and everyone is friendly and welcoming. They do not have ramen on the menu anymore so I hope they may offer it again in the future."

Bopjib

★★★★☆ 4.1 (36) • $$

"I recently went to Bopjib and it is the cutest Korean restaurant. I got the spicy pork with rice which was absolutely delicious and I would highly recommend it to anyone who wants some good Korean food. My friend is vegetarian and I will say there are a bit less options for vegetarians. She got the black bean noodles and it was kind of bland and left a lot to be desired. I think this restaurant has some really great dishes you just have to know what to pick!"

Tofu House

★★★★☆ 4.1 (109) • $$

"The amount of food you get for the money is insane I have long been a fan of Sushi House so I decided to check out their sister restaurant. I've been twice in the past three weeks, that in itself says a lot. Both times I've ordered the same thing, I'm not sure what that says about me. The Seafood pancake is so good someone should write a poem or a song about it. In addition to being all crunchy and filled with scallions and seafood, it's HUGE! Take the leftovers over home and reheat them in the toaster over. Perfect snack. I also had the tofu stew with seafood. Both times I asked for hot but the second time they delivered. I was in heaven chowing down on all the little side dishes with my nose running. Note to self: ask for extra napkins. Yes, they pour tea in the left over rice in the stone bowl, deal with it. It's not like you were going to eat it anyway. As far as people griping about take out, come on, can you imagine how much work it is to package 1800 separate little boxes of side dishes? Just eat in like a civilized human being. And if you interpret the language barrier as being rude, well then it's on you. This place is a gem and deserves to be appreciated. Go to Burger King if you want it your way. Peace."

So Moon Bowl and Sushi

★★★★★ 4.6 (126) • $$

"If you're a fan of sushi, So Moon Bowl and Sushi is an absolute must visit! I've made it a point to try something new each time I dine here and I'm consistently blown away by the quality and flavor. Everything I've tasted has been perfect, but the standout for me is the Blue Dragon Roll. I look forward to this roll every visit. The freshness of the ingredients and the creativity of the dishes make So Moon Bowl and Sushi a top notch dining experience that isn't too pricey. Highly recommend!"

So Poong Kimbap

★★★★★ 4.6 (42)

"Loved the food! Tiny hole in the wall spot. They don't have bathrooms so your best bet is doing take out. My gf had the vegetarian roll and she said the tofu wasn't great, so I don't recommend that one. I was though very very happy with mine. They made sure to only use items that were gluten free and gave me more veggies to make up for the other items they couldn't use in the roll. Please know when you read tuna roll, it's cooked tuna. Taste like tuna from a can, which is fine if you aren't thinking you are getting raw tuna.One roll is very filling so order accordingly."

Sushi Japan

★★★★☆ 4.1 (53)

"I wish I could give this place 10 stars... the food was all super yummy. Everything we tried was delicious and fresh! The service is what we totally fell in love with- wish I remembered our servers name :( she is the sweetest and most fun ever! If I lived here this would be my go to sushi spot. Thank you so much for the great food and excellent service"

Seoul Myeon

★★★★★ 4.6 (30)

"Was nice to see Seoul Myun replaced the old Korean restaurant. Stopped in for an early dinner on a Thursday, walked right in, was pretty quiet so we were able to get a quick table. Very clean inside and service was just fine. The food was great! Loved everything we ordered. The jjajangmyun had great flavor. Loved the jjambbong, had great flavor, not too spicy, and lots of seafood! The tangsuyook was perfectly crispy and the sauce was good too! Definitely will go back!"

Soho

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (224) • $$

"I'm so happy to have a sushi place close to my mom's place when I visit. I'm not very adventurous, as I live a good California roll. A bonus point to them for adding no cucumber. I am not a cucumber anything fan. I ordered their lunch combo roll special for $9.99. One Cali roll, and one shrimp tempura roll. I wasn't enthralled with the shrimp roll. I wasn't expecting a sauce on it. Maybe next time I will stick with two California rolls. My safety net order. Service was quick; I farted over to Target while they were being prepared, and they were ready for me on my return."

Bonchon

★★★☆☆ 2.9 (101) • $$

"Ordered the spicy chicken sandwich. The bun was toasted and tasted of butter. Regretfully, the chicken tenders were tough and stringy. I was putting up with the texture because the spicy sauce was ok, but then found a small hair. Pulled it off and inspected the rest. Likely a one time issue. Would skip coming back due to the jerky like texture of the chicken. I have had better sandwiches elsewhere."

Honey Wings

★★★★☆ 4 (71)

"I have been waiting for weeks for this place to open up and finally glad it did today! Not gonna lie, I did kind of forget as I placed a lunch order elsewhere, but when I remembered, I had to get a little something from here to try. I've seen these viral Korean Corn Dogs online everywhere for months now and was always wondering when I'd find a place nearby that offered these. Not only do we have an option now, it's right down the street from work. I ordered their Monster Dog, which contained the hotdog, battered, covered in cubed potatoes, dusted with sugar and topped with pretty lines of ketchup and mustard. The dog itself I am guessing is 100% beef judging by the color of it. It was really flavorful and juicy. The batter didn't give of your traditional corndog vibes as it tasted almost more like a dense elephant ear from the carnival. I was surprised by this but still really enjoyed it. As for the sugar coating on the dog, I was a little leery about it but the juxtaposition of sweet to savory profiles made for a great taste.I haven't tried their wings yet but it is on my list for next week. My only wish is that they described their sauce offerings a little better as I would hate to order wings coated in a sauce my palette doesn't agree with."