Coreanos Allston

"Coreanos serves up a unique style of Korean and Mexican fusion — think kimchi fritas, bulgogi quesadillas, and fried chicken wings with spicy garlic soy sauce. Their bibimbap with pan-fried vegetables comes with a practically slurpable hot sauce. Coreanos has been in business for seven years and continues to hold the torch for possibly the best restaurant in Allston." - Lala Thaddeus, Terrence Doyle

"The double-fried, shatteringly crisp wings with yang yum sauce — a symphony of gochujang fermented chili paste, garlic, sugar, and a ton of spices — at Coreanos are some of the best in the entire city." - Terrence Doyle, Rachel Leah Blumenthal, Erika Adams, Nathan Tavares

"The Korean-Mexican fusion tacos at this tiny counter-service spot are the main draw here, and they’re awesome (start with the bulgogi). But the standard Korean stuff like the tteokbokki is worth exploring, too, especially since, if you add the ramen and cheese, you’ll probably get two meals out of your $16." - dan secatore

"You’ll probably be tempted to go right to the taco section of the menu at this tiny counter-service Korean spot on Brighton Ave. We don’t blame you - Korean-Mexican fusion tends to be awesome, and the bulgogi tacos here are no exception. But don’t overlook the more traditional Korean dishes like the tteokbokki, a big plate of rice and fish cakes served with vegetables in a sweet chili sauce. It’s outstanding and, if you add in the ramen and cheese, you’ll have enough left over for a second meal." - dan secatore

"The whole menu at Coreanos is good (especially the short rib taco and the fried chicken), but the kimchi fried rice (get it with pork) will nourish your body and also make you feel like you’re eating something that’s vaguely healthy even if it’s on the indulgent side of the aisle. Coreanos is open for indoor dining (with very limited seating, especially given the state’s COVID-19 guidelines), takeout and delivery." - Terrence Doyle