JJamPPong

Great service, super generous servings, and delicious! We ate here for mother's Day and I think we may have ordered too much as we were not expecting the large servings, which is totally not a bad thing! I think the HK noodles were my favorite and I'd say the salt and pepper shrimps were my least. It's lacking a bit of saltiness or umami compared to other places. Overall, I will come back but probably order less. 😅

food 8/10 - got the 5 specials - tangsuyuk (deep fried pork in sweet & sour sauce) was my favorite, chicken good but not too crispy, jajangmyeon good, seafood soup ok, raw marinated crab good but i just might not like raw marinated crab that much

Best Korean spicy marinated crabs I’ve ever had! You it is definitely spicy but good spicy. The crab meat is sweet and you can just suck it out the shells. It is fresh and does not have a the “ocean” smell. The marinate is spicy, a little sweet, sour, savory…just a mix of deliciousness. Eat the crab over a bed of warm white rice with pickle radish is out of the world!!!! Just wow! Perfect combination of flavors and textures. I would definitely come back and I would recommend for anyone to check this place out if you’re around San Francisco. Parking might be a little to find since it’s street parking but definitely worth it 💯 Delicious!!!!!

Very good service. The food was very tasty. One dish can easily serve two people. We’ll gladly recommend it if you’re looking for a good Korean restaurant.

This is our new favorite place. You do pay a little more but they are generous with the portions and the food is also really good. Instead of feeding two people with an $18 entree, you feed four people with a $24 entree. Significantly better value to eat with family. We had 3 people, 2 entrees, one order of rice, and we had to bring half of it home. Other places, we'd still be hungry.

As a native Korean who has lived in San Francisco for over 10 years, one of the most exciting yet odd moments is when locals ask me for Korean food recommendations. Growing up in a seaside town, I absolutely love Korean seafood dishes. However, I know that if not properly prepared, some Korean food might taste unusual to others. That’s why I’ve always hesitated to suggest the Korean marinated crab dish to my American friends. But then, I found JJamPPong, and wow, what a game-changer! My first visit there with my Korean coworkers was with zero expectations, and we were blown away by the authentic and flavorful crab marination. Today, I made my third trip to JJamPPong, driving 30 minutes just to get there, and it was totally worth it. The crab is incredibly fresh, perfectly prepared with a fragrant ginger hot sauce that is simply divine. I can’t recommend it enough for anyone who’s heard about the famous Korean marinated crab but is unsure where to find a truly worthy version. You have to try it!

A very simple korean restaurant with great food! We went here on Valentine’s Day and it wasn’t too full or crowded that we enjoyed a pleasant atmosphere. Serving size is good for 2-3 or up to 4 depending on your appetite. The food is very good and the sauce in the Tangsuyuk is addictive.

Came here with a group before a Cow Palace event and man was that a good choice! Good: - My first time trying raw crab - it was a little too spicy for me but otherwise such a good unique experience! They also give you gloves - Super nice staff, talked to us about which concert we were going to and the food also came out very quickly - Loved the ja jeong mian - the texture of the noodles and sauce to food ratio was great - The jjampong was really good too - the soup was tasty and the noodles were chewy - Pork and green bean was really good too, I usually don't like it as a dish - Good prices! Super reasonable. Bad: - Super simple casual place, not a fancy place Overall enjoyed this place so much, love the food!

My friend and I took one of the last tables available on a weekday night. While the menu is seen "within" the table, we were also given menus to view their extensive list of Korean dishes. My friend and I settled on their pork Jajang Mein and Double Fried Chicken Wings with garlic sauce. Jajang Mein: I loved the texture of the noodles along with the black bean sauce and pork. There isn't much room to mess up with this dish, and it was exactly as I expected! Chicken Wings: While the wing skin itself was yummy, I wish that the chicken inside had more flavoring/was cooked slightly more. The chicken was also a bit too salty, and I had hoped for a more crispy and sweeter taste. Overall, service was quick and friendly! I appreciated the Haribo gummy bears we got as our "dessert/refreshment" at the end.

This is not authentic Korean style spicy marinated crab. As a Korean, I was severely disappointed by everything here. We got the spicy marinated crab and the jjamppong. The spicy marinated crab had an overwhelming amount of ginger to the point where some bites all I could taste was ginger. Spicy marinated crab is supposed to be sweet and spicy, and this felt like I was eating grated ginger with chili flakes. I couldn't even taste the crab because of how bad it was. The jjamppong also was extremely disappointing. Anyone who has had good jjamppong knows that noodle texture is key for a dish like this. The noodles were so thick and overcooked and the broth was watery compared to how it should be. Overall, I would not recommend this place if you're craving traditional dishes. Maybe they prefer to serve these dishes the way they did, but if you eat here expecting the original taste, you won't get it.

This spot is a hidden gem! You don't usually find many filling and affordable Chinese-Korean places in the city, but this restaurant is one of them. The ambiance is nothing particularly special, but the food is comforting and delicious. Our go-tos are always the jajang mein, tangsuyuk, and crispy garlic beef. Plenty of other good dishes here too, but I highly highly recommend the jajang mein. I've come here often with my family for Sunday lunch and we never have an issue getting a table. Service is fast and the waiters are so nice, always refilling our picked radish. Bonus: they give gummy bears with the bill. Lowkey wanted to gatekeep this place but it deserves so much love !

Had this place bookmarked for while since it was one of the first few bay area spots that offered Spicy raw crab. Glad one of my friends was observing Good Friday which helped us narrowed down to this spot. JJampong in SF is an absolute find if you're craving solid Korean-Chinese fare. The jjajjamyeon is easily one of the best I've had in the Bay--perfectly chewy noodles with that rich, savory-black bean sauce that hits all the right notes. We also tried the walnut shrimp, salt and pepper chicken wings, and sweet and sour pork--all very delicious. Crispy, not greasy, and packed with flavor. The HK noodles were super crispy and had that nostalgic, homey flavor--like something you'd get at a classic Hong Kong cafe. One standout was the spicy raw marinated crab. Yes, it's pretty spicy and salty on its own, but eat it with a bowl of rice and it balances beautifully. A worker recommended mixing in a bit of the jjajjamyeon sauce with it which elevated the flavors and made every bite addictive. Friendly service and great portions. Would definitely recommend if you're looking to explore some delicious Korean-Chinese comfort food in south city.

Party of 3 came for late dinner on Saturday with no wait time. We ordered the Jjamppong,black bean noodles, garlic fried chicken, and honey walnut shrimp. All the food came out quick and tasted great! Our favorite dishes were the jjamppong and black bean noodles since the noodles in both dishes were nice and chewy. Jjampong was decently spicy too but the radish and kimchi they give you help cut it a bit. They saw us struggling to ladle the noodle soup so they came over and helped us, so kind! Restaurant gives off mom-and-pop vibes with a little K-pop playing. Definitely coming back to try other dishes and highly recommend both popular noodle dishes!

Super tasty and friendly staff! Best to take public transportation or if you drive, park on Alemany Bvld. Recommend the JJamPPong ($18) soup (variety of veggies and meat) which is good for two people to share. The bowl is pretty large, not too spicy as well. In terms of flavor, good acidity with some spice. Easy to drink soup. Spicy marinated crab ($34) contains a total about 8 half small crabs. The store provides you gloves, seafood, and rice. The employees did offer additional seaweed, but the one pack is definitely enough. In terms of the flavor, it gets quite spicy about 3 half crabs in. But the daikon side dishes really help with tbh the spice! The restaurant is very clean and has super friendly staff. Large portion of food, not all are spicy, and very tasty!

Homey spot in outer mission with insane portions that are delicious! We ordered the combo fried rice, sweet and sour pork, honey walnut shrimp, and the jajangmyon! The fried rice was honestly the star of the show for me- and I'm normally never terribly impressed with fried rices. This one though? Amazing. The walnut shrimp was my second favorite. The sauce was really good and the shrimp they used were so big. The sweet and sour pork and jajangmyon were also tasty, but not something I was crazy about. Lastly the service was pretty standard for a locally owned Asian spot. They wrapped up our leftovers for us which was so nice of them!

Oof, forgot to let my phone eat first as we were all quite famished. Post Hot Chocolate run, we came here for lunch as a group of 7 with it being the first time for many to lavish in spicy marinated crab. I had been raving about this place to everyone so thankfully there wasn't very much of a wait for us when we entered. We ordered two spicy marinated crab, jajang mein, combo fried rice, two double fried chickens, and tangsuyuk. We all chowed down immediately and the food was top tier and fresh. They were so attentive to us with plate refreshes, water, you name it! We all perfectly finished the food and got the haribo gummies with the bill. The prices here are spectacular given that is quite the tough times so highly recommend eating here ~

Have come for lunch and dinner before, and were able to be seated right away both times. You can find parking if you're willing to park a few blocks away, but pay attention to the street cleaning signs! My favorites are the marinated raw crab and the spicy glazed chicken wings, their jajangmyeon is good as well! Their crab is on the spicier side, but is always fresh and you get a good number of them for the price! The wings come out piping hot and are a good balance of sweet and spicy. A great place to come and share a few dishes with friends!

Came here with a group before a Cow Palace event and man was that a good choice! Good: - My first time trying raw crab - it was a little too spicy for me but otherwise such a good unique experience! They also give you gloves - Super nice staff, talked to us about which concert we were going to and the food also came out very quickly - Loved the ja jeong mian - the texture of the noodles and sauce to food ratio was great - The jjampong was really good too - the soup was tasty and the noodles were chewy - Pork and green bean was really good too, I usually don't like it as a dish - Good prices! Super reasonable. Bad: - Super simple casual place, not a fancy place Overall enjoyed this place so much, love the food!

Great service, super generous servings, and delicious! We ate here for mother's Day and I think we may have ordered too much as we were not expecting the large servings, which is totally not a bad thing! I think the HK noodles were my favorite and I'd say the salt and pepper shrimps were my least. It's lacking a bit of saltiness or umami compared to other places. Overall, I will come back but probably order less.

I've had this place bookmarked for months now and finally decided to try it on Saturday when I was craving black bean noodles. It was quiet and the inside of the restaurant reminded me of Chinese restaurants that I grew up eating at so it felt homey. I tried their kimchi, which is arguably one of the best kimchi sides I've had from a restaurant in a long time so I had a good feeling about the noodles. When the noodles came out, they had a nice chew to it and had good flavor. The tangsuyuk was also good but I wish I had asked for sauce on the side since it got soggy quickly. Other than that, I was satisfied with my meal! Would come back!

This place is a must-try. I don't do that well with spice but I didn't care--the food is that good. Spicy raw crab: first time ever having this dish. They provide gloves so it's not as messy! The marination is full of flavor. I powered through the spice. My partner (better spice tolerance) loved this dish. The waitress recommended to eat it with jajangmyeon to cancel out the spice. I will definitely do this next time, since I finished my entire water bottle as well as the tea they provided Seafood jjampong: not as spicy as the crab but just as good. Delicious broth filled with noodles and various seafood. Also contained half a crab! Service was immaculate. Everyone was super nice and happy to ask any questions we had. Definitely coming back for round 2!!!

My to-go place for jjampong and spicy marinated crab! Came here Friday for lunch at ~12:30 pm. Aside from the three other tables of people, the place wasn't packed so we got seated immediately. Normally, with only two large tables and ~8-10 smaller tables, this place ends up filled with a waitlist outside. Parking was tricky as there was street cleaning near the residential on Fridays 12-2pm, and others on Tuesday. Street parking is available on the main street though. What we got: - Black Bean Noodles (jjajangmein)~ Sweetened from the onions, the sauce coats the noodles very well with a savory and slightly sweet flavor. We devoured this bowl before we even got our hands on the jjamppong! - Seafood Jjamppong with lower spice ~ Normally this dish is slightly on the spicier side for me, but to accommodate my friend, I requested less spice. Milder in spice, the broth was very savory and deep in flavor. The table was served with tea, pickled radish, and cabbage kimchi. Note: the normal spice jjamppong is spicier than the cabbage kimchi provided on the table. If you cannot handle the kimchi on the table. the jjampong may be too spicy. All in all this place is very good for some Korean Chinese food. Will definitely return!

We've been meaning to try JJamPPong for a while now and finally got the chance! Parking is difficult in this area even at 8 pm. But after 10 minutes, we found one about a block away. It's a casual, family style type of restaurant. Service was friendly and efficient and they also speak Chinese and/or Korean. We were hungry and wanted to try a variety, so we decided on 3 dishes even though 1 dish would be enough for 2. ***OUR PICKS*** DOUBLE FRIED CHICKEN WINGS 3 flavors to choose from: Garlic sauce Salt and pepper Honey chili sauce We chose garlic sauce. There was a hint of sweetness, but still savory and smothered in garlic goodness! Can't say it was crispy after they put the sauce on it, but it was still very good. Salt and pepper may retain the crispiness better. We'll try that next time! 4.5/5 GREEN BEAN GARLIC SAUCE ~ perfectly sautéed with lots of garlic! Plenty on the plate too! 5/5 SEAFOOD JJAMPPONG ~ a big bowl of seafood and noodles! If you like spicy seafood, you'll love this!! I don't eat spicy food much, but my bf does and really enjoyed this! Perfect noodle texture that's chewy and smooth. 5/5 JJamPPong makes great food and even after we stuffed ourselves, we had leftovers from each dish for the next day! Can't wait to try their other dishes! We'll be back!

4/5 for the food and the service! Everyone was so welcoming. As for the food: - 4/5 seafood jjamppong: texture of noodles were good and the portion was huge! What fell a bit short for me was the seafood flavor of the broth. - 3.5/5 jajangmyeon: the noodles were also a great texture and I appreciate the cucumber slices! But the sauce itself... I felt like it was lacking in umami flavor? - 3.5/5 double fried garlic chicken: the coating flavor for this one was spot on, but the actual meat itself under the skin was a bit bland. I also expected it to be crispier given it was double fried. - 4.5/5 crispy garlic shrimp: this was surprisingly my favorite dish, and I say surprising because I actually visited this place for the noodles and the fried chicken. Crispy, packed with flavor, and large pieces of shrimp. Love it.

Came here for my birthday and had no ragrets! Korean/chinese comfort food, great for any sized group. The jajangmyeon is better here than most other locations and don't forget to try their marinated raw crab (comes with gloves, rice, and seaweed). The crispy beef dish was also rlly yummy and stood out. ALSO the double fried chicken wings are pretty good. Those were the top four dishes but we also got fried fish and some assorted veggies and soju/beer. Restaurant was very cozy vibes.

Dates: Monday, August 15th, 2022 - Dinner Delivery Monday, October 24th, 2022 - Lunch Delivery Monday, June 12th, 2023 - Lunch Delivery Orders Made: via DoorDash (DD) Time to Deliver: about an hour Delivered to: Outer Richmond *Spicy Raw Crab: Comes with a side of rice and one pack of seaweed ($34) *Jajang Mein: Noodles with black bean sauce, pork & vegetables ($16) *Jjamppong: House special spicy noodle soup, shrimp, squid, mussels, clam, pork & vegetables ($18) *Double Fried Chicken Wings (Garlic Sauce): Double Fried Chicken Wings with garlic sauce ($20) *Pot Stickers: 6pc ($12) The above is from my first order in August of 2022. (Tho the prices are what I pulled from DD today.) This spot was relatively new and had spicy raw crab / yangnyeom gejang. The hubby's mom makes it for us from time and time and I hadn't had it in a while, so the hubs suggested we try this place. The crab was good. Not nearly as flavorful as the one my MIL makes, but a good substitute if the craving hits. (Hers has a thicker sauce that adheres to the crab more.) I recall everything else being pretty tasty. The chicken wings were nicely fried. The jjamppong had a good amount of seafood. The only drawback now is that you cannot make notes on DD. I like my jjamppong extra spicy, so if I cannot make that note, it typically deters me from ordering. Unfortunately this is what happened here and why I do not order delivery anymore. If you're craving spicy raw crab, this is a good option. I do hope one day, they do the soy sauce crab / ganjang gejang. Would love a spot that serves that. REVIEW #3525

Jjampoong has an interesting combination of Chinese and Korean fare. We came here for the spicy crab and ordered everything else on the fly. The food - Recommended Potstickers - these dumplings have nothing to stick to because they're deep fried. No complaints here though - wrapper texture is excellent Recommended with reservations - Spicy Crab - raw crab in ground red pepper and green onions on a bed of spinach, served with furikake rice and roasted seaweed. Flavor is there, but I thought it was unnecessarily spicy. I like a decent amount of spice, but I could only handle two of these before throwing in the towel. Chicken Fried Rice - decent flavor, but the rice is on the soft side and missing wok hay. Chinese Broccoli - same issues as the fried rice. Softer, no wok hay. Double Fried Chicken Wings - crispy, but slightly softened due to the sauce and bell peppers. Eat 'em while they're hot! Banchan - they give some complimentary kimchi and pickled turnip. It's a bit of a sad showing, but I'll give them a pass since it's Korean + Chinese Not recommended - Seafood Jjamppong - mainly noodles and veggies with a little seafood. Problem for me again was the spice level. They don't even ask, they just give it to you super spicy. The other issue I had was I just got heat and not much seafood flavor. Used to very flavorful broths at most Korean tofu shops. I was not as enamored with the food as most reviewers. Feel like I need to come back to try some of their other specialties like Jajang Mein and Sweet and Sour Pork.

We came to back to JJamPPong because we had a bad jajang mein (black bean sauce noodles) at another restaurant in Millbrae a couple of weeks ago. We were talking about coming back the entire week to get jajang mein and their famous Korean double fried chicken. That feeling of satisfaction from a good meal is priceless. Redemption from a bad meal to a great one is twice as good. As a revenge meal, we ordered two orders of fried chicken $20 each, crispy garlic shrimp $24, chow fun $20 and of course, jajang mein $16. The food remains excellent. For the Korean fried chicken, get ready for some sticky fingers goodness. I really like the crunchiness as well as the authentic flavors. Their chef(s) concocted this sweet yet mild spicy glaze for the honey chili chicken which is addicting. We never had their salt and pepper fried chicken before and this was quite good. My favorite remains their garlic sauce version. The surprise standout dish was their beef chow fun. I've must have eaten this dish over a thousand times. Their chef(s)' interpretation added more depth by including chopped onions, scallions, bok choy, choy sum along with bean sprouts. The dish had a good smokey, wok hei flavor with the end tips of the beef, chow fun and onion caramelized. Chow fun could be boring but the chef did a good job with the light seasoning that rivals the best out there. Service was excellent. Constant water refills, extra napkins because the chicken. Side note, the owner's wife recognized me from my crispy noodles photo that I posted on Yelp when they first opened and gave me and my family an oyster sauce clams dish. That was an unexpected revelation. We were already so full. It is nice to be treated like a VIP even though I'm just a regular guy that likes to eat. It is a testament to them being a small local restaurant that recognizes their customers. This genuinely made my week a little bit better. Walking home with a stuffed stomach beyond capacity is delightful. Great job everyone at JJamPPong.

Super comforting, homey Korean Chinese fare. The servers here were really kind and attentive to our large party. I'd brought a cake and they put it in the fridge and brought it out with paper plates and forks when it was time. For food, we ordered: Raw marinated crab ($34) - 5/5. Came with gloves, laver, and rice. The crab tasted really fresh and the sauce had really sunk into the meat. Honey walnut shrimp ($24) - 5/5. Massive, crunchy pieces of shrimp. The sauce was very yellow and had an acidic tang. Jjamppong ($18) - 5/5. Good amount of seafood and the soup was spicy and warming. Also loved the noodles they used. Deep fried green beans ($18) - 5/5. These beans were coated in a light batter and seasoned lightly. Sweet and sour pork ($23) - 3/5. I found the sauce for this a bit watery and the pieces of pork were pretty small. Double fried chicken wings ($20) - 3/5. The chicken pieces were huge and had a nice crunchy skin but the meat was quite dry. Jajang mein ($16) - Loved the consistency of the noodles and there was plenty of sauce. It got busy as we were leaving around 1:30. I could see this place being great for takeout!

Food: 4-5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: Casual Value: 5/5 We ordered the fried chicken wings, tangsuyuk, and HK chow mein. We did not order the spicy raw crab as we weren't in the mood. However it's very well known here and I've gotten feedback from friends it's authentic. The fried chicken wings were a 4. Good crispiness and flavor. I would argue San Tung's or Home Eat's wings in South Bay are more flavorful. The HK chow mein was standard - 4. I really enjoyed the tangsuyuk 5. Service was attentive and I like how it's a family run restaurant where nephews work as waiters. Portions were sizable and generous. 5 here. For JjamPpong to get 5, I expected a better banchan selection. You only get kimchi and radish. I'd definitely come back here again to satisfy my Korean cravings.

DELICIOUS FOOD! I highly recommend the beef friend rice, salt and pepper shrimp, Hong Kong style chow mein, sweet and sour pork, and Mapo Tofu. The service is so friendly and welcoming. There's not too much seating, so get there early to be seated. The pricing is reasonable. This is my go-to Korean-Chinese spot. So, so yummy.

I've been here multiple times simply for the raw marinated crabs and took people here to try it for the first time and it was always delicious! They give you gloves and seaweed to eat with it altogether. Their double fried chicken wings with garlic sauce was also so crispy and incredibly marinated with sauce. The black bean noodles were yummy too but not too memorable, I prefer Paik's but definitely come here for the spicy raw marinated crab!

A cool local spot for Korean-Chinese food and for this random raw marinated crab menu item!!! Service was wonderful -- ppl were fast and our servers were so friendly:) they brought it up to 4 stars I got a jjajangmyun ($16ish) and it was solid in portion size and taste. hit the spot after a day of moving around hella. My only gripe would be the noodles - they were thicker and more spaghetti like than the usual, but still rlly good. The tangsuyuk/sweet and sour pork was prettyyyy good and actually may be one of my favorite tanguyuks ever. Each piece was smaller and therefore lighter and crispier -- the breading was perfectly thin and meat was good. They poured the sauce over everything (sad) but honestly nothing became too soggy. I was just a drama queen for a moment there. We ended up ordering two orders of spicy raw crab, and for 4 ppl it was slightlyyyy more than enough. There was a lot of marinate and veggies compared to the amount of actual crab that we took home. These crabs however were SPICY. not for the weak. The complimentary seaweed packet was nice and the rice came seasoned which we love. Also the ice water was super cold which is usually not something you are itching to find in Yelp reviews but with the type of heavy food here, this ICE water is a blessing lemme say. The restaurant actually feels a bit on the smaller side, since the tables are so huge and there are many larger parties who seem to frequent this place -- probs will always be a wait during peak hours. Parking is ROUGH, but not impossible! Expect to walk a bit

I forgot to take a photo of the jjampong but MYYYYYYY goodness was it one of the most delicious jjampongs i've had in my life. so flavorful and so generous with the amount of seafood in it. the noodles are perfectly cooked and the broth is just lifechanging. The tangsuyuk was impeccable as well. The pork is so tender with the perfect amount of bite to it and the batter was thin and crispy. The sweet and sour sauce was perfectly tangy and sweet, and I love how they put so many vegetables in it. Who knew I would ever like warm cucumbers.... On top of all the mouth watering food, the service is amazing too. Everyone is so sweet and welcoming. If you're reading this, you must come here.

Very good second time around and excellent, friendly service. I really love the cozy, homey feel of this restaurant and how welcoming the people working there are. Jajangmyeon is absolutely delectable and I only wish the portion was bigger! Fried chicken is delicious and a great portion but the chicken could use more marinating so there's more flavor inside. Raw crab is still very flavorful and fresh. Can't wait to come back again next time.

Came here on a Saturday night with a friend around 7:30pm and was seated immediately! Parking around here can be tough but there are some in the residential areas. The restaurant is pretty spacious and a very homey feel to it. We ordered the jajangmyeon, salt and pepper fish fillet and the fried chicken. The jajangmyeon sauce was very tasty and filled with lots of meat and veggies. The salt and pepper fish fillet were fried to perfection and seasoned well. It came out piping hot and had a really nice crunch. My favorite was their famous fried chicken. The skin was so crispy yet the inside was tender and moist. I do wish there was a bit more sauce to dip it in but overall the taste was great. I would definitely come back and order the other dishes to try!

This place makes amazing raw marinated crab and noodles! The raw marinated crab is spicy and you squeeze out the meat with your hands. They give you gloves to do this which is great because it would be so messy otherwise. It's served with seaweed and rice which go so well with the crab. I also really enjoyed the jjangmyeon (black bean noodles) and jjampong (spicy seafood noodle with soup). The same noodles are used in both dishes and they're nice and chewy. The black bean sauce for the jjangmyeon was savory and thick. The jjampong had a decent amount of seafood and had a good spice.

When we're craving black bean noodles, we typically come here because I enjoy the black bean noodles, and my husband likes the jjampong. We've been here a few times, and I'd say it's one of the better spots in the area. On our recent visit, we tried the double fried chicken wings, and the flavors were good. They're known for their spicy marinated raw crab, which I thought was quite good! We don't order it every time because my husband doesn't love it, but if you're craving it, I'd definitely recommend trying it here. Ambiance is sit down casual and service is good!

This place clearly shows that the owner puts in a lot of effort, and it's much appreciated. I really like the cabbage kimchi and raw crab, and the jjajangmyeon is definitely recommended. This time, we tried the angel wings--they were good for me, but my husband thought a little more salt might enhance the flavor. We also ordered the hangover soup, which I enjoyed, though I thought too much of meat inside. (for context, I'm an authentic Korean). However, my husband felt the soup had too strong of a seafood flavor, so I wouldn't recommend it if you're not a fan of seafood. Overall, I love this place. The staff is always very nice and welcoming. Just a heads-up, parking can be a bit challenging, so plan accordingly.

Finally got to try this place. Really nice and friendly service, and welcoming. We got there at about 7PM on a Thursday, and waited about 5 minutes. It was a smaller restaurant. We got the jjampong and the spicy marinated crab. The spicy crab was really spicy, but they gave a lot of bodies. Had to do it hand roll style! The sauce was really good, though i would prefer the non-spicy. I'd say it's the best I've had in the Bay Area. There aren't that many and don't give that many bodies. I love jjamppong. They gave a lot of fresh seafood and it was big bowl for two to share. However, I was a bit underwhelmed with this one. It had more of a clam juice taste, and the noodles were not as satisfying. Next time I will try the jajangmein and a tangsuyuk, my other favorites.

walked here with my partner in search of a comforting lunch after having a tiring week, and JjamPpong did not disappoint! i got jajangmyeon --my go-to when getting korean comfort food. their black-bean sauce was well flavored and had a decent amount of meat & veggies, and the noodles were cooked perfectly. 5/5! my partner got wonton soup, which was also yummy with satisfyingly warming broth. there wasn't a big variety of banchan but im not complaining, and that kimchi was sooo good !!! overall we had a very satisfying meal and would come here again; the restaurant wasn't too crowded or noisy on that weekday, service was kind and quick, and we had a perfectly warming meal after our cold walk/long week.

The Food quality is great. The portion size is quite generous. The deep fried eggplant has substance, it's like eggplant steak. The chicken wings were very crispy and went well with the garlic sauce. The beef with bitter melon had very tender beef. The sweet and sour pork had the right sweetness without being too sweet. I highly recommend this place!

This is probably the first chinese korean fusion restaurant I've tried that was actually decent! My husband and I came spontaneously on a week night and it was pretty empty and quiet. Our server was really nice and helped make recommendations on the menu. We ordered the seafood jjambong and fried chicken wings with garlic sauce which were both pretty tasty! The portions were also pretty large so we were able to share and eat leftovers the next day!

Came here for the spicy raw crab, and I was not disappointed! It was my first time trying raw marinated crab, and I'm glad I tried it here - the texture of the crab was smooth and creamy, and the spice was a good kick. Not too spicy though! It goes really well with the rice and seaweed. We also got the jajang mein (black bean noodle) which is sweet so it balanced out really well. The people here were very attentive and friendly. We stayed for a long time but didn't feel rushed to leave. I would definitely come back to try other popular dishes like their seafood jjamppong, or the raw crabs again!

Came here for dinner. Street parking only but it looks like the metered spots out front open up quickly. It's clean, bright and welcoming inside. Attentive and friendly service. All of the dishes we ordered were fantastic!! We got the double fried chicken wings, jajang mein, spicy raw crab, green beans, and fried scallops. They even gave us complimentary potstickers. No complaints about anything. Portions were great for sharing, and price was very reasonable. Flavor was on point. JJamPPong is a local gem and I will be back!

Located on Mission and nestled between the Cayuga Terrace and Crocker Amazon, this mom and pop is a must try! I've known about this spot for quite some time but haven't had the change to visit until recently. I came here for dinner on two separate occasions, once with my best friends and again with my mom and boyfriend. Both times I left with a full tummy and super satisfied with our meal! They're a Korean-Chinese restaurant so there are options for everyone! The restaurant is a little smaller and tables fill up fast but I think the turnaround isn't too bad. Both times we arrived around 6:30 to 7 and didn't have to wait. The restaurant is clean and the staff are very friendly, welcoming and attentive. The main reason for my visit the first time around was to try the raw marinated crab which has quite a kick to it and perfect to pair with the seaweed and rice that it comes with. The crab was flavorful and had tons of garlic. Personally, I'm not sure if raw marinated crab is my thing yet because of the texture but will definitely give it another try next time. Also, really appreciated the gloves! I know it's such a minor detail and it's common in Korea to provide but you don't always see that available in the bay. The seafood jjamppong & jajang mein were so flavorful and the noodles have a nice springy texture. I can't decide which I like more because they're both so dang good. If it means anything, my mom said the seafood jjamppong here is much better than the other spots we've been to! It had plenty of fresh seafood and veggies. Lastly, the double fried chicken wings with garlic sauce! For the price and the portion, I felt this was pretty worth it. It was flavorful with garlic, green onions and peppers. Definitely plenty to share for a group of 3 or 4 people. For any leftovers, the staff packed our food for us and used a machine to seal the jajang mein which is nice and helps prevent the sauce from leaking everywhere. It's really the attention to detail for me! Overall, I think Jjamppong is a great addition to the neighborhood & hope that they're here to stay for the long run! Will definitely be back soon because just looking at all the pictures makes me hungry!

I really enjoyed the spicy raw crab dish, which they are known for, and the potstickers were surprisingly tasty. But disappointed about the other dishes we ordered. Fried rice and fried chicken and stir fried veggies were all so bland. They compliment the spicy crab well I guess? If I come here again I want to try the jajangmeong noodles, I saw lots of tables had orders that.

I've done dine in and ordered deliveries for their spicy raw crab a couple times. It's a little too spicy for my liking. I wish they have soy marinated crabs.

Somewhere between a 4 and 5, but I'll round up! The star is the spicy raw crab! It has a great flavor, but the raw texture just wasn't for me. It's fun to make it in a little seaweed taco. The fried chicken was OK in terms of crispy (I still prefer San Tung) and the noodles were chewy but the sauce was on the sweet side. Portions were generous as we had a ton of leftovers for 2 of us. (I saved the spicy sauce and veggies from the crab and made it into a Korean egg scramble the next day!) Overall a unique menu and I'd like to come back and try more items on their menu. The service was friendly and prompt, and they boxed up our leftovers with a neat machine that seals the plastic on top.

We escaped the city on the way to SFO to find some good spicy noodles! Ended up here. We were not disappointed. Service, food and staff were all spectacular. I love joints like this where they are able to explain to us the menu and what they are known for. We got the fried dumplings and seafood jjamppong. IF you like SPICE.. please try their spicy! Dumplings were crunchy and delicious, the flavor was part. All dishes come with a side of their home made cabbage kimchi and yellow daikon. They are known for the spicy raw marinated crab, so next visit I will have to try it!

I recently moved to this side of town, and a close friend and I stopped by here on a Friday night. The restaurant was packed and the food was delicious! There were good veggie options as well as others.

JJamPPong specializing in marinated raw crab offers an unparalleled dining experience. The delicate balance of flavors in their marination process enhances the natural sweetness of the crab. Each bite is a harmonious blend of freshness and tang, making it a delightful journey for the taste buds. The presentation and attentive service elevate the overall dining pleasure, making it a must-visit for seafood aficionados. Other dishes we tried was the fried rice, black bean noodle and seafood soup which was amazing and flavorful. Will def come back at lunch. It gets packed around 2pm.

Some of the best food and service I've had in the city!! They were so kind and helpful with info about the menu. Huge portions, fantastic price, quality ingredients. Will definitely be back to try everything on the menu. I love how crunchy everything is and majority of the dishes are made from scratch in house. Highly recommend.

Our crew had Korean who knows about the Korean foods pretty well, and we frequently eat Korean foods. We tried two of their popular menu. You have to use the street parkings, and the parking can be tough on the weekends. We spent around 8 minutes just to find the parking in dinner time of Saturday, and we parked 1-2 blocks away (3 minutes walk). We waited around 15 minutes to be seated on that day. The younger lady who was serving for us was nice and attentive. However, the old server (who seems to be Chinese) was rushing everything, and he even forgot what I asked, so I had to ask again. At the end, he spoke to me in both languages (Korean/ Chinese) to say thank you, and I thought that was unnecessary. Overall, there is room for improvement in his customer service skills. - "Sweet & Sour Pork / Tangsuyuk Pork" (as of 3/2025, $23) was very good, but the sauce was too sweet (even though I love the sweet foods). The batter of the pork was crips/ thin, just like how Koreans in Korea cook. This part was amazing. Just FYI: I recommend getting as sauce on the side, if you'd like more crispiness from the battered pork. I believe if the restaurant reduces the sugar amount by 20 percent, it'd be much better. For the price, the portion was adequate. - Spicy raw crab (as of 3/2025, $34) was pretty good too, but it was overpriced for the price. Comes with rice (topped with mix of seaweed pieces+ roasted sesame) and a pack of seaweed. You also have to pay extra $2 just to get the extra pack of the seaweed. The spicy raw crab at here consists of very small size of the crabs (a body of crab is around woman's pinky finger size); also, there is a lack of number of crabs compared to other Koreans restaurants that we tried in Northern CA. For our dish, it only had 6 of small crabs (I counted), and rest of the dish was just veggies/ thick spicy sauced mixed in. For that price, I expected around 9-10 crabs. Also, they ONLY give you kimchi and Korean yellow radish as the side dishes, so that counts as well. IF they will reduce the sugar for the sauce of Tangsuyuk's pork and increase the amount of crabs for spicy raw crab, I likely will re-visit this place. Also, I hope they will serve Korean's soy based raw crab as well, in the near future.

Haven't got a chance to try this restaurant in our neighborhood. The reviews are high which is based on service and the food. Waiters are nice and always take care of our needs . Spicy raw crab is kind of spicy. But we love it. Will definitely come back .

I really can't say more good things about this place!! This was my first time having Korean style raw marinated crab and it did not disappoint, extremely flavorful, fresh and nicely chilled. They give generous portions here, you will be taking leftovers home! The service is also amazing - a waiter brought out another dish we had ordered and we didn't exactly have enough room on the table. Our hands were also completely messy with gloves and sauce and he so nice moved everything around the table for us. I will absolutely be recommending this place to everyone I know!

Great to see another Korean/Chinese restaurant open in the Excelsior District! We definitely need more spots like these in the area. Our group ordered the spicy raw marinated crab after seeing it all over social media. It comes with a pack of seaweed and gloves. The spicy raw marinated crab was a little too salty for me. You definitely need a bowl of rice or soup when you're eating this. Worth the try, but I'm not sure if I'd order the crab again. They are very generous with their black bean noodle sauce, so I highly recommend that dish! They even let us take some sauce home!