Kunjip

I went to this place thinking that I would get seafood pancake because I saw it on Yelp photos. Once I arrived they didn't have it on the menu. I quickly realized that the menu is pretty limited. Looks like the main special is the braised beef $75. Despite the fact that the food was pretty good, there were more downsized that made me bring the rating down to 3/5 out of five. Probably not return here again. Because there are more options now for Korean food and they have a lot of competition. Naengmyun 4/5 I've eaten a lot of naengmyon ( cuz I'm korean 😉) This one hits all the right flavor notes. They have mustard and also vinegar on the side to adjust tastes levels. You don't see that at every Korean restaurant. The beef that they put in there is super high quality and very soft. At $20 I think it's okay. Not the best value, but if you're at this restaurant You're kind of stuck with a limited choice of options. Sellongtang 4/5: This is a bone broth soup that you need to add salt or pepper for The taste. It's traditional and very authentic. For some people it could be pretty bland. But it's what I grew up with. They nailed it. Super high quality pieces of beef. Service 5/5: Very attentive service team there. You just need to flag them down when you need something or ready to pay the bill. Downsides: Parking: 3/4 During peak hours like in the evening on a Sunday, the parking is atrocious. I spent driving around a lot about 10 minutes before I found something. Wait time : 40 mins. Busy on Sunday evening. I think if you're into the braised beef it's worth the wait. But we just ordered noodles and we could have gotten that at any of the other restaurants that was close by with less wait times. Banchan is limited . If you're accustomed to the location in mountain view, you'll quickly realize that this is a minimal version of that restaurant. In particular, the banchan is only three dishes ( kimchi, cucmber , spicy radish) compared to several dishes at typical Korean restaurants.

The most impressive food is the Galbi Tang. Beef short rib soup with clear noodles, green onion, dried jujube, sliced egg.

Their kimchi is really tasty. The tables are limited so if you are less than four people, you probably have to seat with others, no privacy. Food is good, a little pricey.

visited here twice and it was tasty and good. you can get good korean food but as you know, it feels like expensive a little bit as a korean. I recommend you to bring some friends to get braised pork together. it is worthy to eat.. I hope you enjoy this foods from here.

This place is the truth. The food is exemplary, the service is spot on, and the place is clean. The seating is spacious. The food here is served family style rather than individual and is priced as such. So let's start off with the service. All the ladies there are more than happy to help you and they're always on the move. They check in and are prompt with getting you whatever you request from them. They even asked if we wanted an extra pair of chopsticks for the table to use. They have salt, pepper, mustard, vinegar, and green onion. The seol leong tang was warm and comforting. Unlike a good bit of reviewers, I actually read that you have to salt and pepper it yourself. The cheese galbi was excellent. They meat was cooked so it was fall off the bone tender but still kept its shape. The rest of the ingredients were all the same. Tender while holding its shape. These were the best rice cakes we've had. Not too much heat though. Like 1/8th of a jalapeno. The banchan were great. Not too salty. Not too sour. Great flavor. Limited to just cabbage, cucumber, and daikon. You get a Yakult to wash everything down. They just keep it cool though, not cold, sadly.

As a Korean, I can confidently say this place is the real deal. The moment you walk in, you’re greeted with the cozy, bustling atmosphere of a true Korean eatery—complete with Korean aunties (ajummas) moving quickly between tables, making sure everyone is well taken care of. The food was absolutely delicious. The galbijjim (braised short ribs) was perfectly spicy and full of flavor. Every dish felt like it was made with care, and the quality of the ingredients really came through. The side dishes (banchan) were outstanding—especially the kimchi, which was so good it reminded me of home. In Korea, we say that if a place makes good kimchi, they do everything well—and this place proves it. It’s a bit on the pricier side, but well worth it. I had such a satisfying and nostalgic experience here, and I can’t wait to come back. Highly recommend!

The soup is so flavorful but tastes clean and refreshing. It's great that it is served unsalted so that you can spice it up with the condiments as you wish. I enjoyed eating their pickles sides just as much as the main meal.

More than an hour wait and there is no other option to dine there unless you're willing to wait a long time. No reservations. No online adding your name to a wait-list. Never been this disappointed in a Korean place.

Bay Area No.1 cold noodles! No doubt ! The taste of kimchi is very deep. Bay Area No.1 cold noodles! No doubt ! The taste of kimchi is very deep.

Top 5 best restaurants if you are looking for delicious kimchi!! Solid price for a big meal too.

Galbi jiim (spicy) was very good- the spice was a tasty one and wasn't overwhemingly spicy. First time ordering this and would get it again! Love that it came with pumpkin, rice cake, broccoli and carrots. There were only 2 parties ahead of us and we got lucky to get seated after a few minutes around 7pm on a Monday. Decent amount of meat for the price and we were able to finish and be full amongst two people. Even though the restaurant was packed, you can still hear the person across from you. The staff are very nice if you've any questions. The renovations make the place more modern and allows for more seating at the window Always a staple when visiting south bay!

Kunjip: Authentic Korean Flavors and Great Value, Worth the Wait. Kunjip consistently delivers an exceptional Korean dining experience, earning a solid 4/5 stars. This popular spot is always bustling, and for good reason - the great Korean food truly shines. Be prepared to always wait for a table, especially during peak hours, as it's a testament to its popularity. The BBQ here is outstanding, with perfectly marinated meats grilled to tender, flavorful perfection. A particular highlight for me are the cold noodles (naengmyeon or similar); they are wonderfully refreshing and perfectly textured, offering a fantastic counterpoint to the richer BBQ. Crucially, the portions are large and very competitive for the price, offering excellent value for the quality of food. Every dish we've tried has been packed with authentic, satisfying flavors. While the main dishes are excellent, we did expect more side dishes (banchan) but only received a few. This was a minor disappointment, as a generous array of banchan is often a highlight of Korean dining. Despite this small point and the constant crowd that necessitates patience, the delicious, genuine Korean cuisine and generous servings at Kunjip make it a wait well worth enduring.

We only waited about 20-25 minutes with 9 groups ahead of our party of 4. We brought 2 of our friends to try our favorite spot to get Galbi Tang and they left with happy bellies. We ordered 3 Galbi Tangs for 4 people. Guys had their own order and the girls shared. Food came out quickly as always. Pro tip: use the scissors to cut the meat off the bone and into smaller bite size pieces

I had heard so many great things about Kunjip and was very excited to try. The galbitang is sweet with the jujube and I could see it being super comforting in the winter. Some of the beef was tender and some of it was not. Hwe naengmyeon was quite sweet and one-dimensional in that regard -- portion was insanely large and I felt like it was just noodles for days. The ajumma was disappointed with our naengmyeon mixing skills to the point where she came over to mix it for us The banchan is very limited: the kimchi is very sweet-forward and very fresh, cucumber was not spicy (sesame oil + sugar were most prominent flavors) but I liked the balance, and the kkakdugi was a mushy crunch, which was not my favorite but that is personal preference.

Came on a weekend for an early dinner and was seated immediately. They also have a Yelp waitlist you can sign up beforehand! This is much more casual and have a limited menu than their sister restaurant in Mountain View. We got the galbijim and cold noodles to share and it was delicious. The galbijim was so tender and a different take on the dish compared to Daeho. At the end, they also give you a yogurt drink for dessert. Service is also very quick. Would definitely come back again to try the other dishes.

I did not enjoy the kalbijjim over at Kunjip but I think they might be known for their other dishes. The meat wasn't as tender as it could be and the sauce left more to be desired. I got it mild but it was also really spicy. They had Yelp waitlist but I didn't know so I added myself when I got there and had a short less than 15 minute wait on a weekday night. Sat down as a party of 2 and was confused because we got 1 tea cup and 1 water cup. Looked normal as we glanced at other tables. A bit weird though. Also sadly we got sat at the communal table. I wouldn't have minded waiting longer to not get that!!

Galji tang- beef soup is amazing, the beef in it is so tender and flavorful. It's a good match with the glass noodles. Maeun galbi jjim- beef with rice cake and sweet pumpkin, I love the sauce, it's awesome to eat with rice. Everything is so delicious except their complimentary side dishes is disappointing and the rice cake in Maeun galji jjim is too thick and lack of flavor. They gave complementary yogurt drinks, cute tiny treats to complete the meal.

Came here for dinner with friends. I got the spicy cold noodles. They were delicious and were the perfect texture. They have the sauces on the table you can add to adjust the flavor to your liking. My friends all got soups they all enjoyed it. I wasn't a fan since it was soybean paste based. Service is good and fast. They also give a yakult at the end of your meal!

Recently came to Kunjip twice, week after week. The experience has been welcoming and delicious. Arriving around 10:30am each time, we got seated right away (the waitlist seems to start around 11:15am, so get her earlier if you want to avoid the wait. The kalbi rice cake was legendary (true to their word). And the soups were equally good. Will definitely come back in the future.

Very nice decor and dinner vibe. The service was interesting, they were like always around but not very helpful ( didn't take away the hand washing towels, touched my friends spoon at the eating part with their bare hands when making space for the tray, didn't check in mid meal, took forever to get the check). Seafood pancake 3.5/5 it tasted good but not the texture you would expect... it's more similar to the taro puff from dim sum. There was 3 of us and we didn't finish it... Mixed combo tofu soup 3.5/5 it tasted good but it was creamier than expected. I asked for mild but it wasn't spicy at all. Would definitely recommend medium spice and up. I did like how they packed it with seafood and meat though! The banchan were pretty average, I think I was expecting more given the price ($27). They are refillable , but we ended up not getting anything refilled because they weren't stand-out at all. The best part was the rice. Not sure if I would come back.

One of our favorite Korean restaurants!! Been here since high school and the food never disappoints. Came at 6:30pm on a tuesday and waited around 25min. We ordered the galbi jim, naeng myun, seolleong tang, galbi tang, and mul naengmyun (cold noodles). They also gave us side dishes (all spicy) and free yakults at the end. I love the galbi jim, the meat is so tender and there's pieces of pumpkin and rice cake (tteok) as well. I'm not sure what the sauce is, but it's delicious. The only reason I'm not giving 5 stars is because there was a half dead fly on the booth we were seated at, which kind of killed my mood a bit, but i would still come back because the food is bomb. They've also raised prices, but that's expected. 7/15/25

My all time favorite korean restaurant in the bay area!! This spot serves galbi jjim, different korean soups, and cold noodles. I've tried almost everything on their menu and have never been disappointed in the quality of the food! This is definitely a go-to korean spot for my friends and family. The service is also super quick, but usually there is a 30-40 min wait to get in on the weekends. They recently redid the interior of the restaurant, so the inside is super clean!

This place is the truth. The food is exemplary, the service is spot on, and the place is clean. The seating is spacious. The food here is served family style rather than individual and is priced as such. So let's start off with the service. All the ladies there are more than happy to help you and they're always on the move. They check in and are prompt with getting you whatever you request from them. They even asked if we wanted an extra pair of chopsticks for the table to use. They have salt, pepper, mustard, vinegar, and green onion. The seol leong tang was warm and comforting. Unlike a good bit of reviewers, I actually read that you have to salt and pepper it yourself. The cheese galbi was excellent. They meat was cooked so it was fall off the bone tender but still kept its shape. The rest of the ingredients were all the same. Tender while holding its shape. These were the best rice cakes we've had. Not too much heat though. Like 1/8th of a jalapeno. The banchan were great. Not too salty. Not too sour. Great flavor. Limited to just cabbage, cucumber, and daikon. You get a Yakult to wash everything down. They just keep it cool though, not cold, sadly.

Came with a group of 7 around 7:00pm on a Sunday night and waited about 20-30 minutes. We were served hot tea and had our order taken quickly. Food came out fast. The restaurant is pretty small but well-decorated and not cramped. We ordered 2 galbi jjim, a soup, and cold noodles and it was a good amount of food for 7. The food was great, my favorites being the cold noodles and the maeun galbi jjim. I would recommend the spicy galbi jjim over the regular (it wasn't really spicy, and the regular one was a tiny bit salty). It is definitely expensive, our total ended up being almost $40 each for a normal amount of food, but it is high quality. Wouldn't come again for a casual dinner, but maybe for a special occasion or if you don't mind splurging on a good meal.

The rich beef bone soup is very comforting and warming, and if you come around mealtime, there's usually a long line. Like most Korean beef bone soup restaurants, this one also comes with a good selection of side dishes. However, the main dishes are on the smaller side, so the prices feel a bit high. The place is clean but has limited seating, and the service is quite friendly. Overall, I still highly recommend this Korean beef bone soup spot. 濃郁的牛骨湯非常暖胃，如果搶在飯點來的話，往往都是大排長龍。基本上韓國牛骨湯店都會附上不錯的小菜，這家也不例外，但是主要料理偏小份，所以感覺價格偏高。位子乾淨但是不算多，服務挺親切的。還是滿推薦這家韓國牛骨湯粉。 진하고 깊은 맛의 설렁탕이 속을 든든하게 채워줘요. 식사 시간에 맞춰 가면 줄 서는 경우가 많을 정도로 인기가 많습니다. 반찬도 하나같이 정갈하고 맛있어서 만족스러웠고요. 다만, 메인 메뉴의 양이 조금 적은 편이라 가격이 살짝 비싸게 느껴질 수 있어요. 매장은 깔끔하지만 좌석 수가 많진 않고, 직원분들은 친절하게 응대해 주셔서 기분 좋게 식사할 수 있었습니다. 전체적으로 만족스러웠고, 설렁탕 좋아하신다면 한 번쯤 방문해볼 만한 곳이에요.

I have always come back for a their ox bone soup after a wild night. Super delicious and warmed. Their portion is pretty good for sharing It gets super busy. Service is quick and easy to order. Forgot to take pictures but def a solid spot

Service is quick and ok. Super busy and a little overwhelming for dates. It was really difficult to hear across the table. Food is good. Kimchi has an interesting sweetness. The daikon kimchi is good too.

Kunjip has been my go-to spot for Korean galbitang and nangmyeon since college, and it still doesn't disappoint! Galbitang is RICH, comforting, and consistently well-made- perfect for when I crave something warm and reminds me of my mom's cooking. On hotter days, I always go for their nangmyeon (or the spicy bibim nangmyeon). The icy broth is incredibly refreshing- honestly, I could drink it on its own. Sadly, they no longer offer unlimited noodle refills for their nangmyeon, but still a solid dish. No reservations. You add yourself to their waitlist at the front when you arrive, and your entire party must be present when called to be seated. Expect long wait times, especially on weekends. That said, once you're seated, the service is quick and efficient. I always look forward to their 10/10 kimchi assortment (radish, cabbage, and cucumber), which the waitstaff will gladly refill throughout your meal if you ask. Prices are a bit steep, but between the consistently home-style flavors and quick service- it's worth the visit and wait ;)

Another regular visit to Kunjip for galbitangs and the quality remains high. We went on a weekday during lunch and it was quite empty. Service was speedy and food was fresh as usual!

Negatives: Waited an hour at 6:30pm on a Saturday night. The seat had a piece of meat and rice on it when we sat down. A guy in the parking lot was loudly muttering, and I heard him say "stupid b" as he was walking around, so that was weird. Positives: The food tasted fresh. It wasn't mindblowingly good or worth an hour of waiting, but it was good. We got the #3, which was their most popular dish, and #5. #3 tasted like com tam chicken broth to me, which is a good thing. It had clear noodles and tender beef cuts in it. I didn't get the chance to taste #5, but our friend said it was good.

Kunjip has a fairly small menu, but they do it very well! They're known for their galbijim, and it doesn't disappoint! Although they say that it's meant for two people, the dish is decently portioned, and it was good enough for the three of us. Out of all the places that I've tried for galbijim, I'd probably say that thks restaurant is my favorite!

I finally got to try this place in person!! Food comes out really quick and all the extra condiments (salt, pepper, green onions for the bone soups and mustard, and vinegar for the cold noodles) are already on the tables. I got to try the spicy galbi jjim with cheese. The sauce was super savory, spicy, and sweet, the classic Korean combo. I really liked the thiccc rice cakes in the dish. I thought the veggies were chopped a bit too large (not ideal for sauce to veggies ratio). The meat was yummy--there were some that were already fallen off the bone, so you know they braised it for a long long time. I liked my seollongtang. I could tell they boiled the beef bones for a long time cuz the soup had that sticky fatty texture on my lips that proper soup places have. Their kimchi was a bit too sweet but the radish kimchi was also properly authentic to beef bone soup places in Korea. I really appreciated how much meat there was in my soup. They did not skimp out. (I literally ordered the same dish from Daeho a week later and the quality was night and day)

Food was amazing, but I felt rushed while I was eating. We just sat down for a minute and they came over to ask us if we're ready to order. We did look at the menu and maybe a minute or two later, we were asked again if we're ready to order. I appreciate the speed at which they operate, but I'd also like to enjoy my food without feeling pressured to eat quickly. I'm not a slow eater by any means. It was pretty crowded but thankfully we didn't have to wait long. Overall, it was a good experience but would like to enjoy my meal at my own pace.

Wait times: I always come on Saturday evenings (6-7pm) for dinner and it's always packed with long lines. Make sure to join the waitlist online (if it's open) or come early, or just be prepared to wait. It's definitely worth it though! I came for late lunch on a Saturday recently (3p) and the restaurant was still crowded with a line of maybe 7 small parties on the waitlist with people still coming in. Not as crowded at lunch, but was honestly surprised that there was a line!

Dating all of the way back to when I first started Yelping (oh so long ago), Kunjip has been high on my list of places to check out. At the time, I had heard tons of awesome things about them and, more impressively, that has only continued in the years since then. So, needless to say, I don't really have a good reason for not coming here sooner, especially since I've managed to check out other Korean eateries around Santa Clara that were lower on my list. That is, other than that I'm seemingly a stupid, stupid man for taking so long. Ugh...men, amirite ladies? Now, I have to admit - all of the positive things that I had heard about Kunjip certainly made it a lot easier to bear through some of the challenges of coming here. Both times I've been, parking has been somewhat tough, as the complex isn't that big and is also home to other popular eateries (including Tobang, which is also on my list...). There's typically a line for a table as well, but the wait at lunch is generally a lot shorter (it was about 15 mins compared to 45+ when we came for dinner). As for the menu, it's surprisingly modest, with just thirteen offerings - five Korean soups, three cold noodle dishes, two types of sooyuk, or three varieties of galbi jjim. However, what it may lack in quantity is more than made up for in quality, as every dish sounded so good! -- KKO RI GOM TANG - Ox Tail Soup with Green Onion and Dried Jujube...$30 This may be a simple dish, but it was so, so good! I didn't expect the soup to be so milky white, but it had a rich, beefy element that I loved. As for the chunks of ox tail, they were delicious and cooked perfectly! Even though there was a fair amount of them, I wouldn't have minded more to devour! -- GALBI TANG - Beef Short Rib Soup with Clear Noodles, Green Onion, Dried Jujube, and Sliced Egg...$27 Not quite as tasty as I was hoping for, but not too shabby either. Although this felt a bit light on meat compared to others I've had, each piece was tender and I liked how the broth was flavorful, had a good body to it, and was so comforting on such a cold night. -- GALBI JJIM - Beef Short Ribs with House Special Sauce, Sweet Pumpkin, Carrot, Broccoli, Rice Cake, Sesame Seeds, Sesame Oil, and Sliced Egg...$75 This fell short of my favorite (Daeho in San Mateo), but it's still pretty solid. The short ribs were luscious and meaty and the rice cakes had a really nice chew for their size. That said, the taste of the sauce was surprisingly mild and, while I appreciated the veggies, I wish this had a bit more meat in it! Along with how largely satisfying everything was, the other thing I liked about Kunjip was the service. Across both visits, the staff was friendly and it never took long for our orders to come out. The latter also speaks to how relatively efficient they are - they do a good job of turning over tables quickly yet it never feels like you are being rushed out. Although I may not have been blown away by what I've tried here, I'd absolutely come back to Kunjip again! After I clear Tobang off my list, that is...

As a Korean, I can confidently say this place is the real deal. The moment you walk in, you're greeted with the cozy, bustling atmosphere of a true Korean eatery--complete with Korean aunties (ajummas) moving quickly between tables, making sure everyone is well taken care of. The food was absolutely delicious. The galbijjim (braised short ribs) was perfectly spicy and full of flavor. Every dish felt like it was made with care, and the quality of the ingredients really came through. The side dishes (banchan) were outstanding--especially the kimchi, which was so good it reminded me of home. In Korea, we say that if a place makes good kimchi, they do everything well--and this place proves it. It's a bit on the pricier side, but well worth it. I had such a satisfying and nostalgic experience here, and I can't wait to come back. Highly recommend!

Comfort food that made me feel like I was in Korea! There aren't that many options but they nailed it on their noodles and soups, I got the cold spicy noodles, but their Galbitang broth was rich and not too oily and it was very reasonably priced too. Would definitely recommend checking this place out!!

My good friend introduced me to this Amazing Korean food definitely coming again, I would highly recommended very clean nice ambience also. Service was a top.

My favorite spot for Korean soups, especially their Sulungtang in the bay area! So tasty and authentic; I love how they give out the yummy yogurt drinks at the end to end with a sweet pallate, as well as the staff always being attentive and friendly.

Got there early and avoided the big wait, which was a good play. Got the side dishes and rice brought out quick and the meal was served very fast too. I got the galbijjim, pretty good portion enough for 2 very hungry people or 3 people. The galbijjim spot Milpitas was definitely better but this one was still pretty good. I'd go back to try something else.

Was glad to be able to come back here after eating at Kunjip Tofu so I could do a direct comparison. This restaurant, 10 Butchers, and Kunjip Tofu are all under the same owners, but Kunjip is at a lower price point than the latter two. In short, just come here if you're looking for good value and no frills. You're not going to get the wide array of side dishes you get at 10 Butchers, but you're going to have great food while not crying over your wallet. While Kunjip Tofu is trying VERY hard to be upscale, Kunjip's interior is honestly pretty nice as well. The wait can be long at both places, but the staff wasn't ushering me out the door to serve other customers like they were at Kunjip Tofu. They also give a complimentary Yakult equivalent to each diner at the end of the meal which was a pleasant surprise.

YUM! I came on a Sunday with friends around 11:00am and it got packed quickly. By the time we left, there was a wait. I think it's worth the wait depending on what you get. I got the guk-bap and it was delicious! Something so comforting about steaming hot and spicy bone soup. There was a perfect and good amount of meat so I felt the price was great. I haven't tried other items but I'd be back for the guk-bap and their kimchi. Very comforting and taste like home cook food but elevated. The inside is big and clean as well with great service.

Came over the weekend with friends since I haven't seen them for months. Upon arrival, there was already a wait with 5 parties ahead. Took about 20 minutes to be seated. FYI: your whole party must be there to be seated. Not a big deal since they were busy. Service for ordering felt rushed. We barely sat down and were looking at the menu for a couple minutes then a waitress came by asking if we were ready yet. We told her we needed more time and they ended up coming back a couple minutes after asking again. We ended up rushing and ordered their #1, #2 and #3 soups along with their $82 cheese galbi jim. When dropping off the soups, they say it pretty fast and leave so you have to pay attention when the food is coming out. We mistakenly ate the wrong soups our other friends had ordered because we didn't know which one was which until they all came out. Again, not a big deal because we ended up all sharing. The #1 brisket soup was pretty bland. It does say on the menu to add salt and pepper to taste, but I felt like no amount of salt and pepper could remedy the soup for me. #2 was probably the most flavorful soup as it had spice and flavor with the right amount of veggies and meat. #3 the galbi tang was easy and light to eat. You could never go wrong ordering this soup. The cheese galbi jim was a lot more flavorful than other Korean restaurants I've been to. I would definitely recommend it. The rice cakes inside were big and chewy. The galbi jim sauce was saucy, flavorful and made you want to keep eating it. Towards the end of our meal, when the waitresses were clearing our table, I noticed that she was also looking at the bill receipt after we paid but didn't think much of it since my boyfriend paid. As we were leaving, she stopped by friend and showed her the receipt asking for something. My friend didn't know what was happening so the lady flagged me down and showed me that we marked 18% tip but also wrote down cash. I ended up having to go out to the car to rectify the situation with my boyfriend as she followed me out to there. He meant to tip cash, but didn't have enough so he marked the 18% tip but he forgot to cross out the cash part he wrote. Now, a mistake on our side but she could've just asked about it the first time she noticed it when she was looking at it when cleaning the table. I felt second hand embarrassment being followed out. Also, it felt like tip is demanded eating here in America so it didn't help. I work at a restaurant as well, but would never make customers feel pressured to tip. We tip regardless of bad or good service because we know what working in a restaurant is like.

Great food, we had the Cheese Marin Galbi which was a large iron skillet filled with beef short ribs, rice cakes, mushrooms with sauce and covered with cheese. It is a bit pricey but worth it as it was enough for the four of us. We also had two types soups, a cold Mul Naeng soup, also we had the Seol Leong Tang, a beef brisket soup. All were good and worth checking out as well. Suggest come early as they quickly fill up by 6 PM.

We were a party of 4 on a Saturday lunch. None of us had ever been to Kunjip before so we didn't know what to except. But, we were drawn in by the menu mention of galbi and soup. We ordered the Guk Bap and the Maeum Galbi Jjim. They brought us three kinds of kimchi (cucumber, radish, cabbage). It was exactly enough for 4 ladies, without leftovers. Most impressive was the large cuts of galbi in the Maeum Galbi. We all had more than one piece. Extra veggies would have been a plus but the meat was definitely satisfying. I want to come back and try some of the other soups. This time it was a grip consensus. The kimchi was delish! When we asked for a refill on the kimchi, the serve staff seemed really annoyed. Not sure why, most Korean restaurants have banchan refills. Definitely preview the menu before you come. Maybe also be ready to know what you want to order. Because they are popular and busy, we felt the "hurry, order and go" tension. Nice ambiance inside. Nice bustling energy. Will be back! Everything was well made!

Okay... this place is pretty popular, not just among Korean folks, but among many Asians. It gets really crowded during weekend lunch hours, so I recommend going a little earlier if you don't want to wait too long. The servers are decent not overly friendly, but they do their best. I personally think their side dishes are tastier than Daeho's. Most of their soup options are excellent, and on a cold day, there's nothing more comforting than a warm bowl of gomtang/kalimetang. Definitely a great spot!

Food 5/5 Came back to this place twice in a week. Their galbi tang is exceptional. The meat is super tender and falls right off the bone. The cold noodle was good but probably would not re-order unless I was really craving it. The best part about this place is their banchans! They have fresh kimchi that pairs so well with everything! Service 4/5 The aunties here are friendly but they will come up to you right after you're seated to ask if you're ready to order. Ambiance 4.5/5 Overall, I enjoyed the dining area. It is spacious and feels homey. There's always a line so make sure to come early!

Delicious, authentic Korean food. I love coming here for when I need a warm, hearty bowl of soup or when I'm feeling down/sick. I especially love their seollongtang! The staff are also fast and to the point. There's always a waitlist and it moves very fast (ie they call you and take you off fast if you're not there) so make sure to be near by or have someone from your party be around to hear your name being called.

Came here around 8:30pm on a Saturday and got seated right away. This place gets busy so you might want to avoid prime eating hours like 5:30-7:30 or get there early!! My friends and I came here because we were craving some soup and this is the perfect place because they have a variety of Korean soups. I ordered the galbitang and it came in this huge bowl, it had a ton of meat with some noodles as well. The broth was very rich and I like that you can season to your taste. It wasn't very salty so you can keep adding salt to your liking! I also really liked their banchan dishes, especially the radish, it was fermented well.

Bad service, racism. The lady at the counter allows Korean walk in without everyone arrived. For others, she was like, no, you have to wait till everyone's here then be seated. Awful.

The soup is always good here but the prices really have gone up over time. The restaurant look is a lot nicer than it was before m. We went at 5:30pm and waited about 10 minutes to get seated. If you want to stay longer to chat with friends, this isn't the place for it. Our friend was still about half way done and we started to feel the push to leave. It's a better place to eat expensive good soup quickly. They really don't make you feel comfortable if you're sitting there a littler longer.

Guk Bap #2 (4/5): Very filling. There's a lot of oxtail at the bottom, more than expected. It has a similar taste to beef jerky. Tastes like raw meat, almost no seasoning? It's tough to chew, imagine a stew beef. Very hearty and satisfying, but not a fan of the texture. Super busy on a Friday, but the wait isn't long. The staff is super efficient, def not a place to talk and catchup--they want you in and out, which is understandable considering the line. Also noisy and filled with couples and friend groups.

We went here on a whim. Looking for somewhere to eat while in the are our first stop was actually Paik's Noodle. The line seem ridiculous and we were starving so we went to this one. On a Saturday around lunch time, there were a couple people waiting before us but we put our name on the list anyway. We were called in instantly because we had a party of two a small table was available. We sat down in a long table shared with other customers. The places felt a bit tight and loud with how many they try to fit in a small restaurant. It's not for everyone but I didn't mind it. The menu seemed small, smaller than what I would see usually. We went with the Galbi jim because it seems like what other tables were ordering. We thought we probably can't finish it but leftovers don't hurt. So we got that, and two bowls of rice. Our galbi jim came in hot and sizzling. What a beautiful sight to behold. Because my tongue burns easy I eagerly awaited to try this dish in front of me. And wow it's delicious. It is packed with flavor and umami. We got the spicy version and it was moderately spicy and not so spicy to make me fell uncomfortable while eating. The beef, super tender, juicy, and flavorful. It tasted like it spent a lot of time just braising in the sauce. I also loved the vegetables especially the kabocha as a break from the heat. We also got banchan on the table that we ate with everything else. At the end of it we need have some leftover that we took home. They also gave us those yakult looking drinks at the end of our meal. Maybe to help our gut settle from all the heat and fat. Overall great food, the staff of aunties were fine they were just so busy it was hard to get their attention when we were ready to pay. Highly recommend for some bomb galbi jim!

Tried Kunjip in Santa Clara and really enjoyed the food overall! We got the cold noodles and the bone broth soup--both were super tasty and hit the spot. The flavors were clean and comforting, exactly what you'd hope for from a good Korean spot. That said, the portions were on the smaller side, and there wasn't much meat in either dish. For two items, the total came out to around $60, which felt a bit pricey for what we got. One thing I really appreciated--they gave us Yakult at the end as a little dessert, which was a cute and refreshing touch! I'd definitely come back, just maybe with the price in mind next time.

Ordered the guk bap soup but didn't expect it to be as spicy as it was. The flavor of the soup was good aside from the extreme spiciness. There aren't many side dishes, but their radish kimchi is the best I've had compared to other Korean restaurants.

Kunjip's Mul Naengmyeon is such a nice meal to have on a sweaty hot day in the Bay Area. Served alongside various banchan, the Mul Naengmyeon is cold, vinegary, and refreshing! I liked the radish kimchi out of the rest of the banchan and hoped there was more. There was no wait when we got to Kunjip, but when we were seated we were seated to other people. There are booths, but if you're not used to being seated next to others it is nice to know. However, everyone was pretty much minding their business enjoying the delicious Korean food in a calm environment.

This is one of my favorite Korean restaurants in the bay area. Their food is always consistent and very home-y. They don't offer as much side dishes as other korean restaurants but they offer 3 different kimchis which are all homemade and really good. The only downside is their new layout. They have long communal tables in the center of their restaurant so if you get sat there, you'll be dining with strangers right next to or in front of you. The service is always really quick and I like that they don't check on you too often. But there are always a lot of server ladies working so it's easy to get their attention if you need anything.