Full of flavor and set in a great atmosphere, Korea House is one of those places you almost want to keep to yourself. The bento boxes give you a chance to try all the different meats, and you will want to try them all. The bulgogi is outstanding and even just the chicken stood out as well cooked and flavored. You may also want to order an extra plate of dumplings.
Don't give this place your business! I came in for dinner with a Korean friend and things quickly went downhill with the owner. He had been giving us weird vibes from the start, and then when my friend ordered a drink (in a perfectly normal way), he went off on a harangue about how she needed to say "please" and be more respectful and how there aren't many Koreans in Boulder etc etc. It was very clear he had a definite view of how a Korean woman should behave and felt it was his place to lecture her about it. Of course all the other tables full of white people were ordering the same way she did and didn't get any such response. We could have let it go, but then when he came back he wouldn't drop it and even tried to enlist me to his side and tell her how to behave properly. So we left and he continued to harass us all the way out the door.I should say that I usually discount reviews complaining about the service -- people can be very sensitive and staff are often just busy -- but this was the worst experience I've ever had at a restaurant. You can see hints of this attitude in other reviews, especially when other Koreans are present.So yeah if you're white you'll probably be fine. But if you don't want to support a sexist, backwards owner, don't go to Korea House.
I came in for dinner with a Korean friend and things quickly went downhill with the owner. He had been giving us weird vibes from the start, and then when my friend ordered a drink (in a perfectly normal way), he went off on a harangue about how she needed to say "please" and be more respectful and how there aren't many Koreans in Boulder etc etc. It was very clear he had a definite view of how a Korean woman should behave and felt it was his place to lecture her about it. Of course all the other tables full of white people were ordering the same way she did and didn't get any such response. We could have let it go, but then when he came back he wouldn't drop it and even tried to enlist me to his side and tell her how to behave properly. So we left and he continued to harass us all the way out the door. I should say that I usually discount reviews complaining about the service -- people can be very sensitive and staff are often just busy -- but this was the worst experience I've ever had at a restaurant. You can see hints of this attitude in other reviews, especially when other Koreans are present. So yeah if you're white you'll probably be fine. But if you don't want to support a sexist, backwards owner, don't go to Korea house.
short story: go here, be patient and expect a time warp and feel good about supporting an old school family run restaurant in these snooty post modern times.ambiance: kitche to the nines, enjoy that as much as possibleservice: old school. kind, but value driven service. one older gentleman running the whole joint by himself on a Tuesday dinner rush. the guy only gave us 2 plates of Banchan, one per entree ordered. this felt a bit cheap. he also gave us a hard time for ordering 2 entrees and a appetizers for 3 people vs3 appetizers. i have had alot of Korean food in alot of places, this war the first time for skimping on Banchan. the guy was kind about it though.food: Quality was pretty good . serving size was reasonable, plating was classic and cute.price. pretty good value.
Early dinner on a Monday. Only one other table was occupied. This place has a kind of small town Korean charm, you can tell that the owner considers it like his own house. I have never seen so many knick-knacks in a restaurant before, every surface is covered with them. The owner is kind of gruff and friendly at the same time. The place looks spotless. Food came quickly. Japchae with beef was OK, very small portion. The tiny amount of meat will surprise you, but that is fine with me. Prices are low but so are portion sizes. The kim chee was nice, not sure if it was homemade or from a supermarket. Not sure if I would go back again, this is some of the only Korean food in Boulder but what I had was nothing special and I would probably go closer to Denver if I was really looking for something Korean. In Seoul this place would not last, the food quality is far below what you would get in a typical cheap lunch eatery.
Eclectic restaurant with dishes and vibes from all over Asia. Everything was delicious and well-presented. Good for casual, relaxed dining.
They close at lunch time which is kind of unusual but I waited until 3pm which is when they open again (by the way they don't have that specified in the schedule). Also, don't forget to bring your mask, they don't care if the city of Boulder doesn't require masks indoors, I'm not criticizing, I'm just making people aware of their rules. By 3pm I was so hungry but I also wanted to try Korean food, so I went there and when I opened the door the waiter or owner (I'm not sure but looked like he was the owner), asked me right away if i wanted for there or for to go, I said that I needed to see the menu because it was my first time there before deciding, he kind of got annoyed by that and pointed me to where the menus where and told me not to get more inside. When i saw the menu i asked him if he could tell me what would be a traditional dish from Korea, he was kind of far away from me and from the kitchen he just said "what?" I repeated the question and a man already seated told me he could help me decide since he had lived in Korea for three years, I thought that was great and we were chatting for 2 minutes about the dishes when the same person from restaurant came and said: "so, for here or for to go?" I said: "I'm still deciding, he's helping me to decide", he just said, "ok then move closer to the door", I then moved closer to the door but there was a wall in between the person that was helping me and myself so I told him: "but I can't speak to the person that is helping me out now", he just said, "I don't care", so I just put the menu back and left the place, he just said something like "have a good one and good luck". I think this place needs a little bit of better customer service. Honestly, I didn't think the customer service was that bad in this place. I looked at the reviews and it seems like it was a great place, but people need to ask for better treatment, that's why people like this do what they do and keep doing it, because people seem to be ok with whatever they offer.
That hot pot tried was rally delicious. The side dishes also so amazing and tasty. Neven been fan of korean food but now. I'm into it.
This is my absolute favorite restaurant in Boulder, I eat here every other week and it never gets old. The older man that owns the place (his name is Su Yeong in Korea / Leon in America) puts so much love and care into every aspect of the dining experience, all the way down to his traditional Korean uniform. This spot has been here for years, and I hope it never closes.The moment you walk in, it feels like you’re in someone’s home, decorated cozy and with so many trinkets everywhere. Be bold and try new things when you eat here, Su Yeong will tell you, “good choice” and he will share with you how to eat certain dishes, if they come with accompaniments. The yukaejang (beef soup) is TO DIE for and is served with a side of rice. Also highly recommend the kimchijeon (kimchi pancake) as an appetizer. The ramen is really tasty too, however, I brought my Korean friend once and she said that it’s an instant pack that they sell in H-Mart, and not 100% homemade. Either way, order that with the mandoo (dumplings) sometime and it won’t disappoint. The portions for the entrees are perfectly sized so you won’t have leftovers, but you also won’t leave hungry. The prices are also affordable. Try a Korean beer (the Kloud is my favorite.)If you ask Su Yeong questions (about anything, really,) he is not shy and loves to talk! Don’t be put off by him keeping his distance when he talks to you. He’s staying cautious through the pandemic, and you may come across a cultural difference here and there, but he is always friendly and happy to serve you.If you’re anything like me when you visit this place, you’ll quickly want to become his best friend and you’ll look forward to visiting again and again, as if every time is the first time.
Fabulous food, reasonably priced and excellent service! Bulgogi was amazing We'll! We'll be back. Love the decor with all the interesting ornaments and Asian art