Jagalchi

The food was really good, 100% authentic korean food. The service was very fast and excellent, the ambiance of the restaurant was really nice and good for family or friends quality time. My family really liked everything about this place. Also the workers there were really nice and welcoming love the aprons too.

If you're looking for a chill place to feast with some friends, look no further! Jagalchi has a chill vibe and big portions to feed your entire friend group! I dined in with 2 friends after a sunset hike so we ordered quite a bit. We got the Kimchi Pancake, Mandu, Rabokki, and LA Kalbi.My favorite was the Kimchi Pancake! Slightly crispy outside with a soft, warm inside. The sauce with the pancake was the perfect combo adding some acidity to cut the oiliness. The Rabokki was delicious and very filling. We added cheese on top which I definitely recommend. The Mandu was crispy, but the filling was pretty standard. The LA Kalbi was on the chewy side, so I would order a different meat next time.Service was excellent! I didn't catch his name, but our server was super nice. He was quick and very attentive! There's ample parking and restrooms inside which were nice and clean. I look forward to going back and hopefully grabbing some drinks too!

made reservations. has a parking lot right in front. immediately greeted and seated. place was packed. Lotta people talking. kinda laid back and dark. had pens that you can write messages on the furniture. the staff was very helpful and kind.ordered meat jhun, LA kalbi, rabokki, seaweed rolls, chive pancake, galbi chige, and cheese fire chicken.my personal faves were the tender juicy flavorful kalbi. the simple savory soft and crunchy chive pancake.the kalbi chige was flavorful kim chee was ono. (a lil hint of tomatoe, lil hint of spiciness)rabokki was interesting... chewy ramen noods, with deokkbokki and seaweed roll and mandoo on the cheese. it was good.

excellent service, food, and atmosphere every time. i've been coming here since the first jagalchi, i love this one the mostmust order the bossam

The highlights of our meal were the rose tekoboki and chive jun:) great service and a great ambiance for a date night. Based on the sever's recommendation we tried the peach Makgeolli and loved it. Took home two boxes of leftovers for lunch tomorrow. Bill was $108 with tip for two people.

Dinner in Honolulu, Hawaii...My friends were looking for a place to have dinner and I suggested Jagalchi because most of us hadn't been there before. I called many times to make a reservation, but the phone call wouldn't go through. Luckily, Peter knew how to make a reservation, so he did! He even got the private room for the nine of us! Thank you!Paul did all of the ordering, taking into account our food allergies. We had more than enough of everything - banchan, kalbi, mandoo, chicken wings, bossam, and kimchi salad!Service was very friendly and attentive! They even provided extra plates and forks... and a knife for the cake we brought in. I appreciate that they let us store the cake in their refrigerator until dessert time!We enjoyed the free parking, air-conditioning, and yummy food! The squash jun was my favorite!

I recently decided to satisfy my craving for Korean food by visiting Jagalchi, a place I discovered on Yelp that's somewhat hidden off the beaten path. I was pleasantly surprised by what I found. The restaurant offers free parking either on the street or in a small adjacent lot, which is a great convenience.Upon entering Jagalchi, I was immediately struck by its cleanliness. The restaurant has recently undergone renovations, and it shows. One notable aspect is the lack of the overwhelming fried oil smell that can cling to your skin and clothes in some fast-food court environments. Instead, Jagalchi feels and smells fresh and clean, a trait that not all restaurants, especially Korean ones, manage to maintain.The service was welcoming and efficient. Our server was knowledgeable and guided us through the menu effectively. We started with crispy seaweed rolls for an appetizer. They were exactly as I hoped: perfectly crispy, served with a delightful sesame sauce that complemented the seaweed's flavor.For our main course, we chose the rabokki combo with cheese, which was impressively substantial. The dish included not only cheese and crispy seaweed rolls but also ramen, egg, and other tasty components. The food arrived hot and fresh, with flavors that were more sweet than spicy--surprising, given the intimidatingly red appearance of the dish. For those wary of spicy foods, this dish proves to be quite manageable.Overall, my experience at Jagalchi was very positive, and it's certainly a place I'd return to. The combination of clean settings, helpful service, and tasty, well-prepared food makes it a standout option for Korean cuisine lovers.

***4.5 STARS***It's such a great feeling when you are able to check off a bookmark, especially with a great experience. You see, I've had Jagalchi under the radar when seeing mouth watering pics of their bossam with raw oysters, one of my favorite Korean dishes to eat. So when my foodie friends suggested we come here to celebrate my birthday, I graciously agreed. Located in the same area of Spero Spera along Young Street, Jagalchi specializes in Korean cuisine that's authentic, as well as keeping up with current food trends. Shout out to Peter Y. and Auntie (aka Nadine C.) for suggesting and making reservations. Peter scored the private dining area for us which sat our lively group of 9.Parking is challenging as it's a shared lot with multiple businesses so I had to park on Young Street when I arrived as it was a full house. Upon entry, I was caught off guard as I didn't know what to expect. Jagalchi is a homey restaurant that seems like what you'd get from a Korean home. But the food quality was from a restaurant. I had the honor of ordering for our hungry group. Prior to dining here, I reviewed their food pics on Yelp and jotted down a list of dishes that got my attention. I shared my list with them and took suggestions of what to add and eliminate.Overall, the food here is delicious. We noticed that their fried and deep fried dishes were executed well. The mandoo, seaweed rolls, chicken wings, squash jun, seafood pancake and chive pancake were all winners. The LA Galbi was served on top of sliced onions on a sizzling platter. Very tender and so delicious. For me personally, I really wanted bossam, tender pork that you wrap with blanched cabbage, spicy dried daikon, sliced jalapeño and raw garlic. Key to this dish is the briny, raw oysters which I just love. For 9 people I ordered the large platter that was impressive as it arrived. We snapped photos and it was time to dig in. First bite and I was in heaven. Pork was succulent and so tender. The cabbage was still al dente which provided another level of texture contrast. The dried daikon gave it crunch with a slightly sweet and spiciness. Genius. My dining mates, however, didn't appreciate bossam as much as me so we had quite a bit of leftovers where I gladly took home the leftovers. Service was above average where the staff were so friendly. They kindly refrigerated the birthday cake while we ate dinner and provided plates and metal forks for our dessert. So why not 5-stars? The ban chan served to us was underwhelming where a handful of us noticed and commented. Staff did bring us refills upon request but the quality, quantity and volume was didn't make par. There was also an error in our billing. Luckily my friend checked and after the error was addressed, the bill was adjusted. In closing, I am glad to have finally tried Jagalchi, especially after witnessing their bossam. Glad to report that I'm willing to drag my family here one day many of their entrees were fabulous and would love to eat them again and share this experience with loved ones. 2024 #70

Came here twice in the past month for bossam and wings. No reservation needed, or any wait time for a table. Table was cleaned for us before seating us. Portions are generous and food is good. Vibe is fun. Service can be slow but there is a call button on each table. Wing flavor was incorrect but they quickly corrected and apologized for the error. The way they rectified this situation is what drove me to write this review. Thank you for the hospitality! Mahalo Slade!!

Amazing food, service, & friendly ambiance! Best Korean food on O'ahu hands down! Check them out!