Kimchi Time

We drive thru and stay the night in Tuscon every year-we try to order take out from a different place every year. Well, traveling on New Year's Day does have its disadvantages when looking for something other than fast food, but this place was open! We called ahead 30 minutes out from our hotel-the gentleman on the phone was polite and cheery. As the background noise sounded like it was hopping in there, he told us the order would be ready in 30-40 minutes. During the time for pickup, we quickly headed over to the restaurant, which was only about 5 minutes away. We were immediately greeted by the same gentleman that took our order over the phone-he was again so very polite! We had the Bibimbap; it was fresh and enough for 2-3 meals in itself.We also had the crab rangoons which were tasty as well! All was reasonably priced and again fresh and tasty! If you're in the Tucson area, stop in and have some quality and tasty Korean food!

It's a bummer to write a lower review after giving a five star review of the day, but this place has changed a lot. Since they expanded and changed the decor to be more k-pop culture forward, the food quality and service has changed.The change in food quality has been the hardest to come to terms with. I've gone a couple times in the last year, and this most recent time I was the most disappointed. To start, the side dish servings were small, which is whatever because you can ask for more for free. The side dishes also varied in taste depending on the day -- the traditional Kimchi and the cucumber kimchi salad are the most notable in variability of flavor. Sometimes they have potato salad, sprouts or fish cake as a side dish, but I haven't seen that in a while. My favorite dish was the Tteok-bokki, which was a spicy ramen with rice cakes, fish cakes and veggies. Last several times I ordered it, there were barely any veggies and they didn't add the fish cakes. The sauce also seemed thinner and less flavorful, being more on the sweet side than spicy. I also ordered the bibimbop which comes with Bulgolgi and I am not kidding, they only had three pieces of thinly sliced beef in there. I don't know what's up with the inconsistencies, but I feel like every time I'm there the dishes don't taste the same. This used to be my go to Korean food spot, but I'm going to revisit Korea House and Kogi, and now Bonchon in the meantime.

So we went to Kimchi Time for a late lunch/early diner. Place was not busy when we got there and we were seated immediately. Waitress asked if we wanted water and brought us two glasses a couple of minutes later. We ordered Korean Street Tacos as an app but we were told they were out of those. So we ordered the Korean Chicken Wings.About five minutes later we went to order our entrees. My wife Kimchi Jigae and she was told they were out so she ordered the spicy beef and vegetable soup and some jeon; I ordered the sweet and spicy ribs.Our chicken wings came out and we're delicious. About 15 minutes after our entree order was taken another member of the staff came over and explained that they were actually out of ribs. So I asked for the menu and ended up ordering Dookbaegi. The food was great.Now here is the problem: we have been going to Kimchi Time since they were much smaller with white walls. The place was always hopping every time we went in, the staff was very friendly and attentive and the food was always fantastic and never out.Now it has expanded and it looks like the college hangout vibe is being pushed. The staff are courteous but I would not call them friendly and they certainly are not attentive.To be out of parts of the menu so early when you are not busy means there is a problem. At a minimum you should put a list up of what is unavailable instead of happy hour specials.It will be awhile before we go back, instead we will go to our other favorite place on Speedway for our Korean food itch.

Quick and attentive service staff and good food. Our favorite was the soon du bu soup. Would love to try Katsu chicken and other items next time! Casual and chill ambiance.

Our second time at this restaurant and it has become our favorite go to place in Tucson! Very friendly staff and the food is so flavorful. We had the spicy pork and beef Bulgogi and both were awesome. And the various kimchi that you get to start your meal are great! Give it a try you will not be disappointed.

Rice was burnt because of the bowl the bulgogiii portion was small the wait time was long and the waiter didn't ask me during the wait if I'd like anything in a mean time

Definitely miss the old set up although there's more room now. Food was ok but doesn't taste like it used to. The service was friendly but not attentive.

Oh my! I may be in love. My sister was excited and nervous for my first time having Korean food. I wish I took pictures of my food but as soon as it touched the table I had to choose myself haha ! Will absolutely be back! This was AMAZING

First time here. Food was delicious and the family that owns the place is super nice! Had great service and I will definitely be going back!

The food was very tasty and authenticThe staff and chef greeted us as my wife is Korean as well.A great surprise while visiting Tucsin