Moo Bong Ri

Korean restaurant · Temescal

Moo Bong Ri

Korean restaurant · Temescal

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4390 Telegraph Ave STE #K, Oakland, CA 94609

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Moo Bong Ri serves up crave-worthy Korean comfort food—think big portions of flavorful soups, crispy fried chicken, and unique creamy tteokbokki—all in a cozy, laid-back setting.  

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+1 510 654 4606
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Viviana Botello

Google
One of my favorite eats in the bay , it never disappoints. The food is always incredibly flavorful, fresh, and consistently delicious. The portions are great for the price. I have eaten here around 5 times and i must always get a different soup to try. The staff is very attentive. Sometimes the wait can be long on a weekend or with a bigger party. The literal only downside to this establishment is the parking lot gets full and has an awkward exit/entrance. Highly recommend to anyone looking for authentic, consistently great Korean food in Oakland!

Aijia Wang

Google
The cold noodles was so good!! Especially after a long day 🥹 The fried chicken was good too, I liked the soy garlic flavor the best. Will definitely come again!

Troff

Google
Came to order fried chicken since my coworker had them highly recommended. They did not disappoint. I ordered it to go with the spicy sauce and I I sat in my car and ate half while it was still fresh. If you like spicy food, I recommend ordering this. Half order was enough food for a few meals for myself. I got there right before a rush, it seems to get crowded fast.

Patrick Delgado

Google
Came around 6:30 pm on a sunday, was about a 20 minute wait. Once seated, the table came with water and we ordered a minute later. Great quick service with great food. Loved the kpop music videos playing on the TV. 10/10 would come again

Elena U

Google
Disappointing Experience – Don’t Be Fooled by the Reviews I was excited to try this restaurant because of the high ratings, but it turns out many of those reviews are likely influenced by the $5 off promotion for positive feedback. Unfortunately, the reality was very disappointing. The food was terrible—especially the chicken, which was oily, dry, and completely lacking flavor, yet somehow priced at $18. The sausages with rice noodles were no better: chewy, bland, and inedible. The overall quality just doesn't match the price. If you value your money and your time, I strongly recommend avoiding this place. You’re better off elsewhere.

Shih Ching Lee

Google
Just off of the space it was already good. And when the sides came out, we tried it and it was delicious. The food is all in good portions, and packed with flavor. We ordered the rose teokkbokki and the beef rib soybean stew.

Paulie Alam

Google
Great food and the staffs are very friendly and helpful. We ordered the dakgalbi and yang yum chicken wings, the flavors are so good and not too spicy. A great place to lift the mood up! Best Korean casserole in the Bay!

Sai Jones

Google
Excellent traditional korean food. the beef rib soups we got was savory and the meat was perfect. Texture of our pork belly was on point as well. Definitely coming back!
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Minhchau N.

Yelp
Came on a Sunday night at 8pm for dinner and was seated right away. We were here for lunch a couple months ago and food was great. Food still solid and enjoyed everything. We got the rice cake and dumpling soup, yangnum chicken, tater tots, and kimchee fried dumplings.
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Juliet C.

Yelp
We come here pretty often because the food is great. Parking is usually hard to find but not impossible if you don't mind walking a few blocks. Restaurant is always clean and lively. Can get loud when it's busy. Came on a Friday around dinner time and only had to wait about 10 mins for a table for 2. We ordered our usual: bibim naengmyeon, boneless soy garlic chicken, and the pork fried dumplings. The bibim naengmyeon is always a hit for us. It looks spicy but honestly isn't. The noodle is always cold and refreshing and filling. The boneless soy garlic chicken was okay this time, it was dry and mostly batter than meat. We used to order the bone-in chicken but it was always dry and chewy so we started ordering the boneless because it was more tender. The flavor is always on point though, sweet and crispy. The pork dumpling was a new order for us and they were huge! The inside was packed with pork filling. I would order it again if I was in the mood for it. Service was decent this time could be better especially from our waiter. Our waiter took our orders really quick, grabbed the menus and walked away. Food took about 30ish mins to come but we didn't mind the wait since we were just snacking on the assortment of kimchi. Once our food came, our waiter never checked in on us until we were done eating and ready for our check. They could work on their service a bit. Everyone else was super nice especially the busboys who would sometimes drop off our food with a big smile.
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Lauren D.

Yelp
A solid Korean soup spot that hits the mark--but a few minor dips stop it from being perfect. Tried the Army Stew (budae jjigae)--rich, hearty, and packed with flavorful meats, sausage, tofu, and veggies. Comforting and well-seasoned without being salty. Also had the Ox Bone Soup (seolleongtang)--a soothing, creamy broth that's simple yet satisfying, perfect when you want something mild and restorative. Portions are generous and come with tasty banchan. The space is casual, seating is easy to find, and service is efficient and upbeat--even during quieter times . Not a full five stars only because certain meat cuts can be hit-or-miss, and the menu isn't extensive. But if you're craving comforting Korean soups that feel custom-made, this place delivers. Would definitely come back for those stews and a bowl of cozy broth.
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Kathleen W.

Yelp
We got their fried chicken since that was the main dish I enjoyed the last time we had it. The chicken was very crispy and flavorful. The meat was quite tender and overall had a much better taste than the first visit~
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Ada F.

Yelp
I've been to MBR a handful of times and every single time, I want to come back to try their other dishes! At lunch, parking is not an issue. The lot is pretty small and there are other dining establishments, so when we came once for dinner, we actually had to park down the street in the residential area. Not horrible, but just be mindful. As for the food, the banchans vary based on what you order. I highly recommend the pork belly wraps (bossam), it's perfect for 4+ people. With only 4, we couldn't finish it and brought it home. The rose creamy rice cake dish reminds me of carbonara but Asian! It was delightfully sweet but creamy. The beef short rib soup with glass noodles were so fresh and tasted like comfort food. We've also ordered their spicy braised beef short ribs and it was a massive portion. For the price, it's a steal compared to Daeho. Their fried chicken cutlet was also amazing. There were two layers of meat and their salads complemented the fried meat. Lastly, their fried chicken is a must order. The chicken pieces were huge and the meat was perfectly proportioned to the batter. Overall, this is the place to get Korean food! Super laid-back, a little loud, but seating is perfectly for large groups or smaller with benches and tables and chairs.
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Aron J.

Yelp
This place is amazing and worth going to. Service was great and food was even better. I tried the spicy braised beef short rib, beef short rib soup, and creamy rose spicy rice cake. - Spicy braised short rib was flavorful and had a kick but that spicy. Portion is huge. - Beef short rib soup was light. It was a great balance with the other two dishes heavy in their sauce. - Creamy rose spicy rice cake was good. Had a sweet taste to it. Rice cake was chewy. Also has fish cakes and sausages inside. Small parking lot outside the restaurant.
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Melissa P.

Yelp
Super solid spot for Korean short ribs! The rose tteobokki was also super saucy and flavorful. Daeho is still superior in my opinion although Moo Bong is up there too. Moo Bong keeps the short ribs in bigger chunks on the bone with also makes it a tiny bit chewier than the tender slides you find at Daeho. We came by on a Sunday evening around 8pm and waited for about 1 hour before getting seated. Shortly after the service was prompt and efficient. Ambiance is no frills and to the point, pretty spacious with good amount of large tables given the big dishes on the menu. Definitely would come back! Would love to try the chicken wings next time.
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Sherry L.

Yelp
Was craving some Korean food for lunch and was in the neighborhood. Not sure why I've never been here even though I've been to almost every other Korean place in the area. Got the fried soondae appetizer with the rice cake and dumpling soup. Portions are large. Both were pretty good. The menu isn't your typical Korean place, but I liked it because there are things you usually can't get elsewhere, like the soondae.
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Bobby L.

Yelp
Most of the dishes I've had here with friends have been heads, especially the carbonara pasta. My friends have gone as far as to bring their families to try it as well. Depending on who makes it though, it can be very spicy or more on the mild side. From what I can tell though a majority of their dishes are pretty solid, the picture below was a one off I suppose, but still adding it to my review. Unfortunately, no other pictures since someone decided to steal my phone in Japan (ooouf...)
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Long D.

Yelp
Good Korean food with changing innovative menu and cozy seating in small setting. Derive is quick and attentive. Line is long but no reservation. We ordered ox tail soup, Seolleongtang, need to add salt for taste, but the beef bone taste is really heavy. Mool Naeng Myeon cold buckwheat noodle topped radish, cucumber & boiled egg served in cold beef broth is sweet and clean the palate. Casserole is fulfilling. Parking is tight, had to park one block down the street. Will come back to try other items in the menu.
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Sammi L.

Yelp
Came to Moo Bong Ri on a Tuesday night with my parents after reading rave reviews about them. We found parking in their lot and were seated immediately. The restaurant is spacious, and it's fun they have Kpop videos and music playing. For 3 people we paid about 64$ before tip to split their bo ssam (pork belly napa cabbage wraps) and soy garlic chicken wings. The bo ssam is definitely worth it! And the wings were so crispy and flavorful. Loved their banchan. And we took home leftovers. Service was friendly and quick. We'll definitely come back again - can't wait to try more dishes.
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Andrew S.

Yelp
Mmmm Moo Bong Ri has a lot of great food options. I personally love the soups, but they also have fried chicken, meats, noodles and more. The blood sausage soup is so amazing, but I like to get the combo with which includes another side of blood sausages and meat on the side! Love the side dishes they offer here as well. I also got the Spicy assorted pork soup which was super spicy and had lots of pork and ingredients, it definitely cleared up my sinuses haha. It was so spicy, halfway through the soup I ended up adding some of the broth from the blood sausage soup to make it a tad less spicier haha. Both dishes were so amazing and it's a big portion so I was definitely stuffed. Lunch and dinner they might get a bit busy, but they usually have tables open during off hours.
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Elaine C.

Yelp
Pro tip: don't wear a white shirt if you're going to order the spicy braised beef short rib--this sauce stains! Some cuts of meat were a little funky and difficult to chew, and the meat could have been more tender, but everything else was done very well. They use lots of cabbage and winter melon in their kalbijjim instead of the usual potatoes and carrots. Definitely add on the glass noodles since those and the rice cakes soak up all the flavor. I was pleasantly surprised by the traditional blood sausage soup, which was a light, milky broth that perfectly contrasted the rich flavor of the kalbijjim. The soup dish actually came with a decent amount of meat, but next time I'll just get the platter of blood sausage. Blood sausage is filled with glass noodles and delicious--don't be intimidated by the name. The banchan is limited but high quality. Service is extremely quick, and the interior is nice and cozy. Highly recommend checking this place out if you're in the Oakland area and craving Korean comfort food.
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Joshua S.

Yelp
Good food and service. Place is nice. The soup is not as good as Sun Nong Dan in Southern California Workers are friendly. Takeout packaging is great, very secure, liquids are sealed
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Grace M.

Yelp
Galbi Jim was delicious and we also ordered the wings and tater tots, our friends usual order. Everything came out hot and fresh and service was attentive. Situated in a corner of a small strip mall parking may be tough to find but is usually best along the street behind.
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Judy L.

Yelp
Service was decent and food was good with the exception of the radish kimchi that appeared to be soggy/old. Restaurant was clean and ambiance was nice for family, would not suggest large parties. The menu appears to have changed, Possible change in ownership. Previously 5 star experience, however, this one may have been a missed.
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Florence K.

Yelp
Such a good Korean place in Oakland! We came on a Friday night and there was a waitlist on Yelp. We added ourselves and got seated within 15-20 minutes. We ordered so much food and it was so worth it. We got the rose rice cake (5/5 - basically tastes like udon cause of the long rice cake and not too spicy at all), bossam (4/5 - a little bit dry), cold noodles (5/5 - the soup was so good), and galbi tang (5/5 - honestly what they're known for) plus soju and beer. Honestly such a good place that I would come back again!
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Karen N.

Yelp
ONE OF MY FAVORITE KOREAN RESTAURANTS IN THE BAY!! You know it's authentic when you walk in and there's mostly korean diners cheering at each table. Let me tell you--quality of every dish was just IMPECCABLE and the proportions were insane. The creamy rose spicy rice cakes were perfectly spiced and had the most ideal texture. The longer thin rice cakes is something I don't usually see at restaurants but omg were they so yum (I still think about them). The fried dumplings were soooo crispy and had the perfect meat to wrapper ratio. And the fried chicken wings with soy garlic sauce--just simply delicious. Even their banchan was so delectable. One of my favorite kimchis I've had since the cabbage and radish was so crisp and not soggy at all. (My friend also loved their potato salad). The service was great and I loved that the tables had built in drawers filled with all the utensils and napkins you'd need. A restaurant that truly made me ECSTATIC to have leftovers to enjoy the next day.
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Alexei I.

Yelp
Delicious. Also package of your food very nicely for you for any leftovers Highly recommend
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Isabel T.

Yelp
The way I think about this place so often... Ordered: Fried chicken (not pictured), pork belly wraps, creamy rose tteokbokki, pork rib soup. Highlights: Highly recommend the creamy rose tteokbokki. I've never had creamy tteokbokki like this and I STILL dream about it. The cakes were in noodle form like extra large udon. I took it home (fought my friends) and somehow it tasted even better as leftovers? The wraps and soup were also so flavorful. Portions are huge for all so def bring a friend or two! They also wrap and pack the leftovers for you which is super clutch. Notes: I've gone twice now and learned to pass on the fried chicken. It was good when we ordered the first time but it was more chicken skin than meat. If that's your vibe then go for it! Service: great, no notes. We had to wait a little on a Thursday night but so worth it.
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Jessica P.

Yelp
Came back again to try something different! We got the pork belly wrap and it was honestly super worth it. Anytime I'm craving rice cakes I always gotta get the rose one! I love how fast and polite the servers are as well! Def a must try, hole in the wall place
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Christy L.

Yelp
It's hard to find a restaurant that has good balance between flavor, comfort, and quality. Moo Bong Ri has all those aspects and was such a comforting meal after all long airplane ride. The food is portioned well, although pricey you get what you pay for. The 딱잘비 and crispy fried chicken were marinated to perfection. The casserole style dish was meant for two, but my family of four still had so much leftover. The service is fast, but since it's a popular spot be expected to wait. Getting on the waitlist before going is highly recommended. It also gets pretty packed at night since the food pairs well with drinks.
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Isaac L.

Yelp
Whenever I come here, I always get this and it's one of my Korean friend's favorite dish and place to go whenever she visits Berkeley. The food is amazing and the service is just as good. Always love coming here when I can and can never go wrong with any of their dishes.
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A T.

Yelp
This is definitely one of my favorite Korean restaurants in the Oakland area. Every time I come there is usually a long wait but it's worth it. When I come with a big group we usually order the fried chicken and the beef short rib soup. Very cozy ambiance. It does get kinda loud in there because the restaurant is usually packed. I love how if you aren't able to finish your meal they package seal it for you.
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Lynn N.

Yelp
We came back for a dinner here, and tried new dishes. All of them were so good and hearty. We were immediately seated, and the service is super quick. With lots of seating, we were lucky to have an open table considering how popular this place is. I got the beef short rib soup, and it was super warm and comforting. Definitely a great meal for a cold day. It also has a very big portion size. We also got the Seafood Stir Fried Noodles and Sausage Soup. Both dishes were super filling and flavorful. Next time, we will try even more new dishes!
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Alicia L.

Yelp
Ordered takeout from this location to get Korean fried chicken - their "crispy fried chicken". I was really upset to find out their chicken isn't even crispy or even battered for that matter. It was simply deep fried in oil. If I wanted chicken wings like it came from wing stop, I would've gone there.. -_- This looks absolutely nothing like their pictures on their menu so I was severely disappointed...
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Michelle Z.

Yelp
Cozy and homey spot in Oakland with a ton of soup options! The portions were generous for the price. I got the rice cake & dumpling soup and it was super fragrant. The rice cakes and dumplings were a bit more soggy than I prefer but it was still very yummy. Ambiance inside was chill and the service was friendly and very fast. They also have a unique tteokbokki dish that looks great.
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Seth E.

Yelp
We had a group of 6 once again and waited about 30 minutes before we were seated. Aside from the dishes that I've tried before which we ordered, some new dishes that I tried were the Pork Belly Wraps (Bo Ssam) and the Fried Calamari. I loved the bo ssam! Eating the pork belly with kimchi wrapped together by cabbage was really satisfying. There was less cabbage than meat surprisingly, so I resorted to eating the pork belly on its own or along with the other entrees. The fried calamari was also solid and paired well with the tartar sauce. The to-go boxes were a cool concept. The staff gave us boxes to fill with leftover food from our meal. They took the boxes back and then sealed them with plastic on top. It keeps the food safe on the drive back home! Always have and always will be impressed with this place!
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Stephanie L.

Yelp
Got seated right away at 5 PM on a Saturday night. It's a loud place, and my table was no exception to the vibes. They have a pretty large menu so it might be hard to narrow down what you want. The portions are large, and you do get a couple banchan to round out your meal. We ordered: Galbijim MBR wings in Soy Garlic Creamy Rose' Spicy Rice Cake The wings are an absolute yes, just wish they had a spicy soy garlic option. Maybe next time, I'll ask. The rice cakes were so good! They're creamy and not overly sweet. I love the shape, as it's kinda like a chewy pasta. The galbi jim was just okay. The sauce was good but when you've had Daeho, it just can't compare. The cheese comes pre-melted so you don't get the fun torching experience. There wasn't an option to add veggies either, but do make sure you add noodles if you're getting this. The glass noodles soak up the sauce and it's super flavorful. The main reason I wouldn't order this again is because the meat wasn't tender enough. There were hella bones and you had to really gnaw at the meat to get it off. For a pretty pricey dish, I can't justify not loving it. The medium comes with 2 rice, but its plenty to feed 2-4 people, depending on what else you're ordering. I love that the utensils, napkins, etc are under the side of the table. Water jugs aren't clear so they won't know you need a refill unless you ask. Our waiter only checked on us a couple times, and pretty far in between so if you need something, you might need to get up and find somebody. We were pretty loud (we're loud people) but nobody seemed to mind too much, so this is the place for you if you're like us. They're located right next to a bunch of other restos and a karaoke room, as well as a bars down the street. There is a tiny lot, but parking will be a bit difficult during peak hours.
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Jee H.

Yelp
Don't get the donkatsu here. It took a long time to get it. I think I they were thawing the pork. It's rubbery and can't even chew it. What a waste of money.
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Michael G.

Yelp
This cozy Korean spot in the Temescal area of Oakland is one of my favorite Asian restaurants period. Love taking my family and friends here for a good time. It's also super close to a lot of other good restaurants, breweries, and bars as well. Parking is always a bit of a hassle and sometimes there's a wait but it's well worth it. The food here is delicious and the service is good.
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Emily L.

Yelp
I don't each much Korean food so when I do, I will go to good places. I came here for my cousin's birthday last year and it was so delicious. The portions are huge..... I got a number of items to share. The seafood stir fried noodles, beef short ribbed soup, half and half crispy fried chicken and soy garlic chicken and creamy rose spicy rice cake. I loved that they provide descriptions of the food in the menu. The creamy rose spicy rice cake - braised noodled like cakes with fish cakes, sausages, onions, cabbage and scallions in a house made creamy rose ttokbokki sauce. This alone is to die for. I think about this dish often and how well this place executes it. So creamy and so delicious. 10/10 Mixed chicken was great. Could be crispier but the flavor is great. Not overly breaded. 8/10 Stir fried noodles - Udon noodles with octopus, shrimp and assorted veggies topped with katsuobrushi. Interested flavor 8/10 Braised short rib soup - beef short rib with green onion and class noodles in clear beef broth. Nothing special, but it hit the spot and warmed up our tummies. 9/10 Great service. The utensils are under the table so you can grab what you need when you need it. No outside drinks allowed. They were nice enough to keep our matchas refrigerated while we dined.
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Ashley Y.

Yelp
A very solid Korean spot!!! The prices are similar to SF prices but they give you very big portions. We got a nengmyun and yukgaejang kalguksu and they were both very good and authentic. There is a parking lot directly in front of the restaurant which was convenient. We went on a Friday night and waited around 20 minutes! Highly recommend.
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Maria S.

Yelp
The #1 food I highly recommend is Spicy Braised Short Ribs, it is a must try. I did not add cheese because it will be too much. The Blood Sausage Soup was okay, a lot of filling so there was not much space for soup. Not that I was not grateful but I like to have soup with meal. The taste was good. It is best if you come with friends because the portion is big. But if you can't it's fine, bring left over home, it is still taste good next day.
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Jia M.

Yelp
Was craving a heartwarming dish so we got the army stew for 2 people! The portions were generous and we had a lot of leftovers!
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Janelle N.

Yelp
We went here for my sister's birthday and there was a short wait. We were seated quickly, we've been here w couple times and there has never been a time of not leaving satisfied. The pork belly was tender and the cabbage gave a refreshing crunch. The noodles were spicy and sweet and honestly, I wanted to order another! We also got soju and beer for the table. The tables are spaced out and it's a great place for celebrating occasions. All the food is family style and a great place to either hang out with friends/ family or even a cute date spot! 10/10 service. They even kept our cake in the fridge to cut for dessert for the birthday which was really sweet! Would highly recommend coming here.
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Sherry G.

Yelp
This place has been on my list for a while, and I wanted to have some soju, so I decided to stop by. I've tried coming a couple times before, and there was always a wait. Our party of two arrived at around 6:40 PM on a Friday, and we ended up waiting half an hour, which wasn't too bad. We ordered the following: - Creamy Rose Spicy Rice Cake with sausage - I thought the rice cakes had a great chewiness and the flavor was creamy as advertised. Unfortunately, the sausage pretty much just tasted like a hot dog, so that add-on was not worth getting. - Beef Short Rib Soup - This was excellent and comparable to other good Korean places in the area. - Soul Night Soju - I enjoyed the crisp taste, though it was pretty strong for me. Overall, I enjoyed my time here. The food tasted good, and they use a lot of reusable foodware (see Eco Notes below). However, I know I can get similar quality food at other nearby Korean places without the wait, so I probably won't be back unless someone I know really wants to come or I'm interested in trying something here that you can't really get anywhere else. ECO NOTES (Dine-In) Dine-In Dishware: Reusable plates and bowls Napkins: Single-use disposable paper napkin in a wooden box (so it's easy to use your own)* Utensils: Metal chopsticks and spoons in a wooden box* Water cups: Metal cups *All of these were in a tray that slid out from under the table. First time I've ever seen that!
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Michelle V.

Yelp
Came here for a late dinner around 8:15 PM for a party of two. We did street parking since the parking lot was cramped. We put our name down immediately and it took us an hour to get seated. I recall going to this place before when they had an additional room, but it seems like they don't have that anymore. There's limited seating. A lot of families were eating dinner. We definitely ate with our eyes. We got the bossam, creamy rose tteokbokki, and an order of half-half fried chicken. The portions for everything was HUGE. Creamy rose tteokbokki - This was absolutely massive and honestly it could've been dinner if we got just this one item. I've never had rice cake with this texture. It wasn't thick like your typical rice cake, more of a noodle-like consistency. Really delicious but recommend having more than one person to share with. It doesn't keep well the next day in the fridge as it becomes one big block. Half-half fried chicken - Half spicy, half classic fried chicken! The pieces were fresh, hot, and crispy. The meat was moist inside. This could've easily been our only item for dinner too. Bossam - This was massive! The pieces of pork belly were big and had a good ratio of fat to meat. I like how evenly everything was cut. Wrapped with the sides, a piece of meat, and warm piece of cabbage, you have the perfect bite. There were other salts and sides like fish on the table that paired well with our meal. While the food was good, I wish that there was a better estimate of time and timing. We were literally the second last people to eat, and we ate for around 20 minutes before we were ushered out since they were cleaning; we ate from 9:15 to 9:40. Overall I'd totally recommend this spot; just be aware of the seating, portions, and wait time.
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Maya V.

Yelp
Service is good, they box your food for you! Nothing much to say about the restaurant interior. It's clean and simple. Got the spicy beef tofu soup, but they diluted it too much when I asked for a bit less spice, so the soup ended up tasting kind of bland. She looked very pretty and spicy still!
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Cathy Z.

Yelp
Food was delicious and service was fast once we got seated Came here with my family twice in one week during graduation
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Geanna T.

Yelp
I've been wanting to try Moo Bong Ri for a while since I discovered it and I finally got to try it last Saturday. Moo Bong Ri shares a plaza with a few other businesses (including Don Blanc and Jaguar Karaoke). The plaza also has a small private parking lot! We got the rose tteokbokki and bibim naengmyeon. Based on the reviews, the rose tteokbokki looked like a favorite and we were not disappointed! The thin long rice cakes had a great texture and sauce was creamy with a hint of spice. The bibim naengmyeon was spicy and refreshing! Both were great portions for sharing and prices for our items were very reasonable! There were 2 of us in my party, and we had plenty of leftovers when we were finished. They provided us with great service and tended to everything we needed! They even provided tea when asked. They even packed up our leftovers in a sealed container for us! Really great experience! Hope to try their galbijjim (braised short ribs) next time!
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Jennifer T.

Yelp
This place was such a hidden gem nestled in north Oakland. Let me say the rose tteokboki is what got me wanting to make the trip out there and am glad I did. It's so hard to find a place that makes good tteokboki let alone rose tteokbokki. It was one of the best that I've ever had. The rice cake noodles was soo soft and chewey. It was absolutely flavorful and delicious. We also got the Moo Bong Ri special which were short ribs with rice cakes as well. The short ribs was also amazingly delicious and practically fell off the bones. It was so well flavored and tender that paired with the rose tteokboki was just superb. On top of this, they also offered rice punch that pairs so well with these dishes.
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Yasuyuki E.

Yelp
Pretty good Korean restaurant! I had the spicy beef soup/stew with tofu and the soy garlic boneless fried chicken. The beef soup was very savory and the type of soup that'll warm you right up on a cold day. The portions really surprised me also. If you're one for value, I'd recommend this as it was bigger than the short rib soup got. But as the name suggests it wasn't as spicy as you would expect from a Korean restaurant haha. So for those with an average spice tolerance, feel free to try it without worrying about needing a couple glasses of water! While I only had a few pieces of the soy garlic fried chicken, I would totally recommend it! The soy sweetness really pops when you take a bite, alongside the crispiness of the chicken makes it a great combo. The service and setting was very comforting and easy, me and my friends got our meals maybe after 5-10 minutes after ordering? Overall I would consider this place a very safe pick for great food! There wasn't a miss out of all the foods I tried but I wouldn't consider it a mind blowing experience.

Emily Y.

Yelp
My favorite place to go for korean food. The soups/stews are always great. The fried chicken is always a must. They help package any leftovers in a nice box/tub. The portion size is large so bring a friend or only get one thing and be prepared to take home leftovers.
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Lauren L.

Yelp
I've been hearing about this spot but never made the trek out from SF. Came when I was in the area on a Saturday and definitely over ordered. The rose tteokbokki ws so tempting, but we ended up skipping it and got the short ribs since it had rice cakes in it. The short ribs were not super tender, but were tasty. The fried chicken was very crispy and crunchy, really liked it. I thought the food was ok but would come back for that tteokbokki
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Emily G.

Yelp
This was my second time coming here for dinner on 7/27. We went a bit early to avoid having to wait, though we did end up waiting around 5 minutes for a table. No big deal though! We ordered the rose creamy rice cake and cabbage beef short rib soup. It came with sides of kimchi and radish, my favorite! The rose creamy rice cake was as good as the first time I tried it! Nice and chewy rice cakes in a not too spicy sauce with lots of fish cake. I tried the cabbage beef short rib soup this time around and what a good choice! The soup was so well flavored and seasoned and came with 2 beef ribs and a side of rice. The beef ribs could have been more tender but I also haven't had this dish before so I'm not sure. But even so, I would get the soup again! The seating area and bathroom were both clean as well. Staff help package leftovers in a sealed container, making it easy to take away. They have a big menu and plenty of options! I'll have to come back and try the cold noodles next time.
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Bryan K.

Yelp
Moo Bong Ri was not a pleasant experience. The staff was not very attentive and they were too busy to be bothered once you ordered. I ordered the galbi tang and it was extremely bland. The decision to use whole beef rib was quite unusual. The restaurant is pretty cozy with clever tables. All the silver wear is placed under the tables.
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Scott L.

Yelp
Authentic food. Bright and clean environment. Excellent service. Best Mandu - Pork and Cabbage Pan Fried Dumplings. Get this!
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Stephanie H.

Yelp
I enjoyed the food overall. We got quite a few items. The service was really nice as well! We had 9 people join us and they were very attentive. The portions were also really huge and shareable as well. It was our first time here too! Everyone really enjoyed the soy garlic chicken as it was super crunchy and crispy. We also really liked the cabbage soup and the stir fried noodles. However, I thought the rose cream tteokbokki tasted a bit too sweet and fermented for me personally. The ambiance felt very relaxed as well, it seems like a nice place for date night or just a casually hang out. Would definitely come back again!