Dosirak Express

We ordered the bulgogi and the galbi dosirak boxes which were like large deluxe bento boxes. Each box included the main meat selection, a large serving of rice (which they graciously offered to split 1/2&1/2 with salad), 2 of their meat/noodle fried dumplings, 3 small servings of banchan/veggie pickles, and a scoop of japchae/glass noodles. This box was a generous serving of food. As pictured, the fork is extra large... It's lots! I want to go back to try the Kimpap. We especially liked their dumplings and galbi was tender and delish!

The good - service & nice to go packaging with sauce even taped to cover of bowl. The bad - chicken or beed in the Bimimbap is less than if you cut up a slider. And you can’t choose tour own sides, it’s pre-packed. CA Gogi at UCI Center is way better.

Food and service was good. Price was ok.

Great, authentic Korean food in a nice athmosphere. The area is still quiet and pleasant and there is plenty of seating available. Makes for a very enjoyable option.

Food is very average. Prices are quite high. All food is packaged to go even if trying to dine in. No options to get plates or dine in unfortunately. Food was not as good as reviews lead one to believe. There is seating outside but what’s the point? The food is already packaged to go in a bag and sealed plastic container.

The pictures say it all. I ate literally everything, down to the last grain of rice. Extremely tasty short rib dosirak. It was quickly prepared, very filling, and extremely cute presentation. Very glad I give this place a try and I will be returning when I'm in the area 😁 Stop by and try it yourself! -Mt. Hyperlocal

I was offered to try sample bagel chips at Dosirak Express and I was blown away with the first bite!!!! It’s sooooooo good. If you like the garlic flavor, it’s a must TRY!!

Wow! The food is shockingly good. I ordered a short rib bowl tonight to go. The veggies were fresh and the beef was delicious. I really like the sauce and the light dressing on the greens. It's not fancy inside, more of a to go type restaurant. I will definitely be eating here a lot. 10/10

This is my next go to place for authentic tasting kimbap! I ordered bulgogi and spicy pork and it was SO SO GOOD. The staff was super friendly and the vibes felt that this was family ran, vs a generic franchise. Will definitely continue to come here when I'm craving kimbap

A convenient store to satisfy your korean food cravings. The kimbap was pretty inexpensive and a good, filling meal to eat for a quick lunch. Kimbap is premade and sits in their food warmer, while it wasn't the most amazing kimbap I've ever had, it was still pretty delicious. I got the spam kimbap. Kimchi is a bit on the sour side, but still a solid pairing to eat with your kimbap. I also got a spicy pork triangle kimbap to eat later, which was also pretty good considering it was refrigerated and premade. The spicy pork is a bit on the sweet side, but honestly a very affordable option!

If you're looking for a quick Korean food fix, Dosirak is the place to go for a Togo lunch or dinner during a weekday. Their dosirak are similar to a bento box style dish where there's a main protein entree served with steamed rice and a couple side dishes on the side. Their kimbap are also very popular and you can't go wrong with either options. I also tried their homemade side dishes they sell on the side refrigerator. The spicy pickled radish was fermented perfectly. This is more of a quick casual spot for food to go rather than a sit down place.

I recently had the pleasure of ordering takeout from Dosirak, and it was a delightful experience! The kimbap was exceptionally fresh and flavorful, with perfectly seasoned rice and a generous filling of vibrant vegetables and savory meats. They have a variety to choose from, including vegetarian options. The service was prompt and friendly, ensuring my order was ready on time. They also offer pre-made options in their refrigerated section to choose from. This is really only a take out place with no dining area. If you're craving quick to go Korean cuisine, Dosirak is the place to go.

I was visiting a patient at the Kaiser hospital and looking for something good because I haven't eaten all day. This place was super good and I will definitely be back when I'm in the area.

Terrible service overpriced and unable to get any help rude and ignored customers while in store

Plenty of seating outside but only a few chairs inside the building, it's really meant for just waiting for your order. The cashier was friendly. Their bibimbap and bulgogi bowls are great! I also recommend the kimbap, but you have to get them earlier in the day since they run out later. Pretty good food for on the go.

We ordered our go-to bulgogi kimbap today and thought we can also get the rice box set (dosirak). It has dumplings and many other side dishes. The service is super fast. The food is so good. My kid asked me if the kimbap was expensive and I asked her why. She said it tastes expensive because it is so good. The beef version sold out fast. So go early. They have some tables and chairs inside if you want to eat there. Also have a bar style seatings against the wall. Right outside the mir shop are nice seating areas which is part of the shopping center. So you definitely can enjoy your meal there even with a group of people.

We ordered 1 Glazed Salmon Dosirak & 1 Short Rib, Boneless Dosirak, they are both so fresh & delicious! I think I ended up liking the Salmon more. It came with Korean dumplings or pancakes (of your choice) and a few different side dishes, I also love how you can choose half rice & half salad as the base. The portion is decent, I couldn't finish the entire dosirak myself. This location only accepts take-out orders. They also sell their own kimchi & other Korean side dishes, and Korean beverages. I have heard great things about their kimbap but they were sold out by the time I was there (around 7 pm), so that's what I'll try next time! Recommended!

I've recently tried this place a couple times just to see if it was consistently good. The price point for the dishes do seem a little steep, but I've had great quality each of the times I visited. Customer service is inconsistent, last two times I once I felt the individual wasn't very friendly or interested which was strange because I was the only customer there. With all that said, I probably would make my own at home or go someplace. I could sit down for the price point. Their soup was good but imo not good enough to pay that price point and still have to heat up at home.

Solid fix to anyone to satisfy their Korean food cravings. Bolgogi was fantastic and the banchan was a perfect pairing.

Dosirak is the Korean word for lunchbox, think of it as a Korean bento box. (Same smell.) Overall my day was going well but had a challenging morning. I was attempting to stay focused, keeping my mind from ruminating over things out of my control; moving on... 'And what better distraction than friends & food?! Well, there's always booze and drugs. I'm joking!... I don't drink. ;) Drugs are a different story. Friend, Matt C, was having a challenging late afternoon, called me up and we ended up here. I'm a foodie but Matt C is more of a refined foodie than myself. I almost chose sushi but remembered Matt's sushi of choice is Sugar Fish in LA. I thought maybe Korean would be a safe choice being unsure of his background with Korean grub... 'And course, I was wrong. HA! He knew his way around the menu like he had been here before. The order: Spicy Pork Dosirak ($15) - Good; fair portions. Photo - https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=uiO-A_D-CMMFusk5L_RXnA&userid=O6EBodP3Fgu_n67efSKnBQ Seasoned Sliced Squid ($8) - Good; okay portions. Photo - https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=Z3PYn9Y7ritKJ2GtKYvARw&userid=O6EBodP3Fgu_n67efSKnBQ Galbi Bibimbap ($15) - Good; fair portions. Photo - https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=jri-yXnaTObM8JaoZUwH8Q&userid=O6EBodP3Fgu_n67efSKnBQ Spicy Cucumber ($7) - Good; okay portions. Photo - https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=7hms5YkXTn4dpWz-3IwxpA&userid=O6EBodP3Fgu_n67efSKnBQ The food was good. However, the "spicy," in my pork dosirak was lacking. Where's the heat? Flavor was good but the spice level was almost non existent. The seasoned sliced squid had more heat than the box lunch. I enjoyed the mind and banchan. The jap chae was also tasty. I wasn't terribly hungry as mentioned before, it was nice to just get out. However, as unhungry as I was, I finished the entire box... 'With the exception of the squid. I will try to make it back when I'm in the area and try the gimbap and sautéed eggplant. (Thumbs up) Matt C gave his thumbs up for his galbi bowl and spicy cucumber. They do have complimentary water cups available but be warned, they are more like "water sample" cups, the kind you find at your local COSTCO. Truth. I literally laughed out loud when I saw the small paper cup; couldn't have been taller than 2". I had a flashback of my recent visit to the dentist office, "Am I supposed to rinse and spit?" Yeh, that was hilariously chinchy. (i.e. - Cheap) BYOB - Bring your own bottle. Another thing that I pay attention to when visiting an asian restaurant is the art napkin rationing which is also practiced here. (One napkin per order.) The shop is located in plaza with several food options; Thai, Japanese, New York style pizza, Korean fried chicken, Indian, and of course a Starbucks. Also, a Jenny Craig for those who feel guilty after eating here. Overall rating: 4 Stars (Rounding up) - Big Aloha! Food: 4 Ambiance: 3 Service: 3 Value: 4

Got the bulging kimbap & it is so good. The crunch. The flavor. The right amount of pieces. I love it! $8.95 Dipping sauce is .85 but I opted out of it. The Asian lady working is super nice also

The place is located in a strip mall next to an Albertsons supermarket. I was recommending this place by a Korean woman that I met at Picklball court. I drove a bit of a distance just to be able to eat here because I felt that she was very enthusiast and recommending the place. This place is an express which means everything is to go. Right outside the restaurant you find a communal eating area that is very clean. The soup of the day is a broth with egg, green onions and potato. It is very tasty. The beef Bento box consists of cold zucchini, and garlic sauce, traditional kimchi, rice, noodles with mushrooms, white rice, and a delicious beef with vegetables. This place is very good.

Dosirak has been a surprising gem in the Quail Hill plaza. While at first I thought it would be another high price average lunch spot, I was super pleased to find the flavors are tasty, the proteins are juicy and well cooked and the vegggies are fresh. With quality like this, I think the price point is right. I've only called in for takeout and it's been an easy process every time. Dosirak wins as my new favorite quail hill lunch establishment!

So worth it. Feels like a family owned business. Mom was the cashier, sister was helping, and the son was the cook. Food was so fye and good prices. The box is perfect for lunch and dinner and it even has sides. Food was amazing and cooked perfectly. The kimbap is so yummy and worth it. We also got the beef bowl and it was so good. I wish we lived closer. Coming here now whenever I can.

Ordered the glazed salmon bento and boneless beef short rib bento via DoorDash. Portion size and sides are great. I picked mandu dumplings for the salmon bento and Korean pancake for the short rib one...two pieces per bento so perfect for a couple to share. The only negative with a DoorDash order is that you cannot order extra meat whereas a direct order with Dosirak Express would allow you to add that extra protein to your bento box.

Great Korean food. Ordered at the register. Had a plate and it was enough for 2 people. Quick, healthy, and yummy.

My go to spot for when I want kimbap for lunch. Kimbaps are conveniently wrapped in foil & have the perfect ratio of food.

Been to their location on Jamboree and loved it. This one is just as good. Top tier lunch boxes with a good banchan selection

Tried all their kimbaps. The Beef Bulgogi Kimbap and the Classic Kimbap are my favorites! For the Spicy Pork Kimbap and Tuna Kimbap, it is more on the dryer side. Their bentos provide good portions too! It's best to keep in mind that, depending on the day, they may run out kimbaps because they only make a certain amount within a day.

I ordered the Dosirak Bulgogi with half rice/half salad option and Korean pancakes. It was delicious, comes with a variety of things and the portions are pretty good and filling. The owners were nice and helped guide through what to get as it was my first time. I'm not sure how long this business has been around but the interior is nice and clean and gives off a 'minimalistic' vibe. I look forward to returning for more food :)

Came to visit Dosirak for the first time with my husband to try out their quick Korean food options. The restaurant is located in a plaza with many other stores and restaurants including the Albertsons grocery store. It's clean and looks fairly new. There was no wait and few people in the restaurant on a Saturday night. One of the things we wanted to try was their gimbap but it was already sold out by the time we came at dinner. We tried the bulgogi bibimbap and the bulgogi dosirak box. The meat was good and the sides were decent. My husband really liked the bowl and loved the chili sauce it came with. He just wished it came with more picked vegetables other than cabbages.

Got 2 salmon bowls to go. They were delicious! Everything was very fresh and tasty. Also the restaurant is clean and organized. Staff was efficient. Will definitely order again next time I'm in the area.

A quick on the go korean food. I came during my work lunch. The taste was pretty good, they offered quite a good amount of Banchan too. There is nothing wow or disappointing about my visit or food. I would recommend for a quick easy k food.

New Korean spot in the Quail Hill Plaza, really like how clean and edgy the restaurant looks. Love that they offer big side portions for sale a la carte if you want to take them home. The food we got today was tasty but was sad they were out of gimbap, which was the primary item we wanted to taste. They stated they only make one batch per day so come early. Will come back again to try and taste it another time and see if they earn the fifth star.

Fast Korean food to-go in the Quail Hill shopping center. For lunch, their box is a sizeable serving of protein, rice, dumplings, and other assorted banchan. Pictured is the bulgogi and the boneless short rib. Both were good, but not phenomenal. I wish the bean sprouts had more flavor, but it's ok, since the beef made up for it.

Was very delicious and fresh. My fiancé and i tried it for the first time while out in irvine and the employee was very kind when it came to answering questions that we had on menu items. when we got there it wasn't too busy and there was a few areas to sit inside but many outside. Food was great definitely recommend.

Went here for a quick lunch during my break and it was what to expect from a quick lunch. Got the spicy pork dosirak and pork was savory. However the sides were alright and little less amount of each side than I'd like. But overall it was good.

It's decent but I expected better, the marinade is a little too sweet and too preserved with soy sauce. It could have a more dry/ grilled flavor versus being wet/ broiled texture. The sides things can be greatly improved, I know japchae can be devoid of vegetables but literally there was 1 slice of carrot. Over greasy dumplings and soggy Tempe. Really cost contained yet it's not exactly cheap, on par with restaurant prices for a takeaway.

Want Korean food fast? This is the place to go.. they have bulgogi, kalbi bibimbap or dosirak style.

Nice and welcoming staff. The store was clean as well. The food was delicious especially the sauce :p and the ingredients were fresh. But, I fine it a little pricy for the amount of the food and ingredients! 14$ for Bibimbap. I also hoped there were more tables, at the time of my visit there was only one table inside the store which was already full. There are tables available outside if you want to use but since it was rainy and i couldn't use those ones.

Ordered spicy pork bento and bulgogi kimbap but my order was incomplete , they forgot the kimbap. Goodthing i ordered via Ubereats and they instantly refunded the amount. Please make sure to check all items before dispatch. Spicy pork and dumpling was good but the japchae was sooo bland and i paid for extra kimchi and they gave radish.

I ate classic kimbob with my family for lunch. I recommend this food. Vegetables , spam , rice wrapped seaweed.. so yummy . I ate galbi dosirak. Galbi is so delicious. I recommend galbi dosirak half rice half salad. Or no rice, only salad.

I've been ordering from Dosirak for a few years now and I love their food! The short rib dosirak is my go-to. I wanted to pop in and give a 5 star rating mainly for the excellent customer service from the cashier, Andrew. I gave the restaurant a call because my DoorDash delivery was delayed and there were issues with pick up and Andrew was very helpful in trying to get it resolved.

Excellent Korean food to grab-and-go! Bimbap was good. Spicy chicken was hot and tasty. A medium spicy. Bulbogi was really good. The Dosirak is a Korean version of Bento box or it comes in bowls. I loved the side dishes of pickled cucumbers, glass noodle salad, scrambled egg slices, etc. The potstickers tasted homemade! Not many tables and bar stools but a great outside patio for Spring and Summer days. We will be back!

Service was quick and friendly! Food was ahmazing! Restaurant was clean. Would definitely come back. Sorry, don't know the Korean names for the side dishes but they were delicious!

Quality Korean bentos or Dosirak in Korean. Everything from the meat to the side dishes, and even the rice are really good. Yes, even the rice is good. Some places now can't cook decent rice. I typically get the galbi dosirak and it's so good. The kimbaps are solid as well. The people here are kind and willing answer any questions for those who aren't familiar with Korean food. There aren't any really tables inside but it's located in a nice plaza with good amount of seating outside. Overall it's a perfect place to get a affordable quick healthy meal.

Great, quick, filling korean meal. Although there are a lot of Korean options in Irvine this area in particular is pretty sparse. Luckily, this place offers a good, solid option! Their boxed meals come with rice, delicious egg cake and great little bon chon (korean sides). We did the spicy pork and beef bulgolgi and were very satisfied. The staff was friendly, establishment clean and reasonably priced. If you're looking for a quick fix to your traditional Korean meal, give this place a try!

Decided to give this place a try as it opened not long ago to use my bike from home nearby vs driving further to contribute my part to our earth. To start the Korean signature dish, Bibimbap, was not available. But I could put all the parts together to create one by ordering a la carte from other options on the menu, but of course for a lot more $ than the Bibimbap. Hmm, I wonder. The young man is definitely authentic Korean. His accent was heavy & doubly difficult to understand behind his mask. Asked if he knew of CA Gogi at UCI Center & he claims not, although Dosirak has its main store nearby. Told him that CA Gogi makes theirs in the kitchen in front of you, but has it already to serve immediately. While this place makes the dish only after the order is paid for, it is made by a short order Mexican cook and you can't taste the difference. I'm guessing they do this more to save $ from making too much & would rather make the customer wait. Guess what, I come here for my convenience, not to waste my time waiting. And there is no place to sit down inside to eat, unlike CA Gogi, only outdoors. Ordered the beef bulgogi, which does not come in a spicy version, unlike CA Gogi, as one can only get spicy versions with chicken or pork here. There is not a choice to have more than one type of meat, unlike CA Gogi. The sides that come with the meal are pre-selected, unlike CA Gogi, where you can select your own sides. The biggest portion of the plate is white rice, with a very small side of the noodles, unlike CA Gogi where you can choose no rice or mixed & still get a lot more noodles. If you want Korean fast casual, skip this place and go a few minutes down the road to Ca Gogi at UCI Center. I would not be surprised if this place goes out of business in the next 12 months or less.

I was too excited to eat to get a picture but we got two tofu and one beef bulgogi dosirak and the portions were perfect + everything tasted fantastic! I will definitely be adding this place to my list. They also had a lot of orders coming in but still got everything out pretty quick.

Solid and reliable Korean lunch spot. I thought the quality of the food was great, especially for the price. They sell side dishes and Korean soups too that looked pretty good. I've been here twice now and definitely will be back

This place has my favorite kimbap literally ever!! And I tried the bibimbap this time and that's also definitely in my faves now for sure. The flavor is perfectly balanced and they also have so many fun side dishes to take home too, it's like a party favor for an already dank meal. Definitely recommend this place for a delicious and authentic meal :)

We were craving some Korean food but didn't have a lot of time between meetings so I checked Yelp for a fast casual spot. Dosirak popped up and it wasn't far from us so we hit it up excited to satisfy the craving. We chose to eat at one of the two tables inside just because of how hot it was. However the outdoor ambiance at quail hill near the fountain is my preferred dining location. We ordered the short rib plate which came with some sides jap chae, couple potstickers, white rice and I forget the name of the other two. I was pleasantly surprised with the portion size which was enough to split with someone else. But wait... I'm not done- the short ribs were incredibly flavorful and the quality of the meat was noticeable. Also, I chose to get a fried egg over mine which made the meal even tastier. In summary- reasonably priced, good sized portions, tasty Korean fare and quick service...great lunch spot.

The Quail Hill location is just as good as the one in Irvine, too bad they closed that location. Their food quality is what makes this place great and they dont short on the ingredients which is important at any Korean restaurant! I have eaten pretty much everything on the menu and highly recommend everything!

I suppose it is only right that I also be the first one to review this place once again! My fiance and I have been waiting for this place to finally open up closer to our home. It does not disappoint and the workers actually remembered him from the first location. Dosirak in the name is essentially a Korean bento box. We got the boneless short rib and it comes with three side dishes, rolled egg, and japchae. It may seem like not a lot of food for $15, but trust you will get full because you are switching your palette between each side dish. Unfortunately, they did not have any kimbap at the time that he got the bentos. But, we cannot wait to try them again once they become available.

Ordered the beef bugolgi/boneless short rib dosirak and classic/spicy pork kimbap rolls. Love that they also have a good assortment of side dishes (banchans) that you can grab as well. The dosirak comes with rice, some sides, 2 potstickers, and rolled egg. Both the bugolgi and short rib dosiraks were good, but I think I enjoyed the kimbap rolls the most. The classic comes with spam, but the spicy pork was the winner for us. Perfect spot for a quick to-go meal!

The pictures say it all. I ate literally everything, down to the last grain of rice. Extremely tasty short rib dosirak. It was quickly prepared, very filling, and extremely cute presentation. Very glad I give this place a try and I will be returning when I'm in the area Stop by and try it yourself! -Mt. Hyperlocal

I am grateful for their efforts to continuously create new and tasty menus and side dishes (banchan), the ones they sell separately from the side shelf. All of their regular dosirak, bowls, and side dishes are fabulous. Plus, their service is also super.

Yummy food and extra special service. Just all it into the store and they're gonna have it to you in a quick manner. So happy they're open!