I honestly don't get the bad reviews. The meat was good quality, the service was excellent, and they bring lots of tasty side dishes (which unfortunately, cannot be said about every Korean BBQ place... I cannot recall the previous time I got bean sprouts, for example).
The food and atmosphere and staff were all very good.I rated it 3 stars because- when I was ordering for the bbq at the table, I only ordered a plate of the bulgogi. The waitress said when ordering to cook at the table you pick 2 meats, so I added something else not thinking it would be $27 for each meat. It’s just very expensive. I eat Korean bbq often so I’m aware it can get expensive but not like this.The drinks… my niece ordered a Shirley temple and it tasted like water and cherry juice. Sent back (told the waitress it tasted like water)and got a cranberry juice, also tasted like water. I hate the Blue Seattle and that was the most watered down drink in my life.Not worth the price for me to return but recommend you going if you have never had Korean BBQ before, they help you a lot.
We decided to try this restaurant because of their bbq offering, however, our favorite dish from the night was actually the cold noodle with spicy sauce. The heat level was just right! The meat was kind of pricy for the qualityof the cut.
I would start off by saying the food tasted amazing. We got 4 different meat for the BBQ. I feel like they were definitely over priced compared to other places I have been too.Reason why I give it 2 star is because me and my partner felt very uncomfortable. We felt like 2 of the employees was “recording us” from the bar and laughing at us while we were eating (their phone camera was pointed to my table)Also my total came out to $145. It was recommended to give 18 percent which is about $24. I only brought $200 with me in cash. So I gave them a $15 tip. Total of $160. As we was walking out, the lady rolled her eyes and shakes her head. As I was reading her body language I can tell she wasn’t happy, I’m assuming because she didn’t get 18 percent tip. I believe $15 was still a good tip especially for only 2 people eating. The server came to flip the meat about 3 times. I was able to cook the bbq for the rest of the time.I’m not obligated to give a 18 percent tip. This is the reason why I am writing this review so other customers could know. THEY EXPECT A 18 percent tip.Overall I wouldn’t come here again. I do not recommend. I felt judged as I was eating and they felt privileged. It’s way to overpriced. They can kiss me a**.
Reluctant to re-visit Koreana after a subpar dining experience here a few years back despite being minutes walking from home. Second time around, the place is still the same, but food improved. Especially the raw beef sashimi appetizer was very refreshing since it was sliced from frozen meat. Rice cake in my kimchi soup was a pleasant surprise since not many Korean restaurants do that, although I did wish there were more tofu in the soup. Also, the soup bowl with fuel to light up with to keep it hot and boiling was very nice as well. Response from other dining mates of their dishes were positive as well.I’d say the verdict has definitely changed for the better, and it’s worth trying if you live close by.
I would start off by saying the food tasted amazing. We got 4 different meat for the BBQ. I feel like they were definitely over priced compared to other places I have been too.Reason why I give it 2 star is because me and my partner felt very uncomfortable. We felt like 2 of the employees was “recording us” from the bar and laughing at us while we were eating (their phone camera was pointed to my table)Also my total came out to $145. It was recommended to give 18 percent which is about $24. I only brought $200 with me in cash. So I gave them a $15 tip. Total of $160. As we was walking out, the lady rolled her eyes and shakes her head. As I was reading her body language I can tell she wasn’t happy, I’m assuming because she didn’t get 18 percent tip. I believe $15 was still a good tip especially for only 2 people eating. The server came to flip the meat about 3 times. I was able to cook the bbq for the rest of the time.I’m not obligated to give a 18 percent tip. This is the reason why I am writing this review so other customers could know. THEY EXPECT A 18 percent tip.Overall I wouldn’t come here again. I do not recommend. I felt judged as I was eating and they felt privileged. It’s way to overpriced. They can kiss me a**.
Great kbbq and service! Haven't been back in years but it was just as good. Get an order of bbq and apetizers to fill up.Meat is fresh. Got thin brisket chadeul baegi and pork belly samgyup. Bbq cooked over gas no coal. Servers help cook. Rice came w meat.Side dishes on point and refilled ?Except kimchi wasn't good this time.The soups appetizers and most things are good here can't go wrong. Quality korean restaurant in Cambridge w gas grills.Can have long lines but there is small seating to wait. Put ur name down at the front.Customer service was great. No bells on tables like korea but friendly servers.Full bar. Soju is 15 bucks. Same as most restaurants. Also have soju mixes.Only thing this place isn't near the T red line. There is a small parking lot and st parking.
Everything was good. Seafood pancake was delicious with crispy edges. BBQ was great, and the quality of meat definitely exceeded my expectations.The only thing Koreana should work on is their reservation and hosting service. They write names down on a notebook, and have no real idea of how long the wait is. Never really know how long you need to wait.
Best Korean BBQ in Boston, their grilling area has a filtering system so the smell and the smoke won't get on your clothes.
This used to be my favorite Korean restaurant for a long time but things have gotten progressively worse in the past couple of years. The price went up significantly and the taste and quality of the food went down beyond recognition. I ordered monk fish stew and the fish wasn’t fresh to the point it smelled, and the broth was tasteless. Anyone who knows how authentic Korean foods taste like will be greatly disappointed!