Moo Bong Ri (MBR Oakland)

The food here is really delicious! I always get their rose rice cake and soy garlic noodles. Their beef short rib soup is another favorite of mine. Large portions to share with friends and family. Customer service is great every time. I highly recommend!

Ordered the spicy chicken (M) and it was huge! The menu said it came with rice cakes, but we didn't see any in the pot. Overall, good flavor, slightly greasy, fresh kimchi. Will definitely come back for more.

The soup was incredibly flavorful, with generous portions perfect for sharing. Leftovers were packed conveniently, making it even better. The wraps were also delicious, though I’d skip the fried chicken since it was mostly skin. Service was great, and the experience was absolutely worth it!

Love Moo Bong Ri! You must order the rose tteokbokki. It’s the reason I come back here. I’d steer away from the chicken wings there def better ones out there in the Bay Area. Their bossom is a huge portion definitely good to 6 people. We had 4 and took half of it home. Their acorn noodle soup was so refreshing. A must go to spot for Korean food in the east bay.

MUST EAT HERE. Love the flavors here! It tastes authentic and they provide seasoning so you can salt and flavor some soups and items to your liking. The side dishes here are well flavored and tasty. Really enjoyed the galbijim here before with the cabbage pork soup. Came back to try more. They don’t skimp on anything. Really enjoyed the spicy blood sausage soup AND the Yukaejang glass noodle soup this time. Love this green grape soda here. They’re consistently great with their flavors here.

If you are looking for something outside of all you can eat Korean bbq. This is the spot for authentic Korean food. The blood sausage was amazing and a must. The portion are huge and the service is great.

We got the Korean fried chicken with soy garlic, it was good and still crispy when we were eating it. We also got a beef ribs noodle soup and it was really savory and the noodles in the soup was really good. The spicy rice cake was really good and it's perfect for those that can't eat a lot of spicy food. The thin long rice cakes is better than the regular rice cakes. The portions of the food was huge despite being on the pricey side. Overall good experience.

Great late night dining option. The Korean soup really hit the spot. I tried the assorted pork soup (clean broth) and cabbage beef short rib. I preferred the cabbage beef for a heartier, richer flavor. Next time I’ll get the pork rib soup. Great service.

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.

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

Stumbled on this spot while I was looking for spots on Yelp that fit the bill of "comfort food perfect for rainy days." I attribute my love for soup to my grandmother -- who would make us noodle soup almost daily because I loved noodle soup that much... The soup here truly checked all the boxes: nutritious bone broth packed with umami flavor, and a plentitude of banchan that paired perfectly with it. The servings were extremely generous...my group of three ordered three dishes and still left with enough leftovers for at least another one to two meals. I'll definitely be back to try their other soup offerings and also get another order of their soondae.

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!

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...

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.

The beef noodle soup was perfectly seasoned, with rich, deep flavors that felt both comforting and refined. The fried chicken was an absolute standout--crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and savory perfectly. The portions were generous, and the staff provided warm, attentive service throughout the visit. The cozy atmosphere made it a great spot to relax and enjoy authentic Korean comfort food. This place is a gem in Oakland! Highly recommended for anyone craving bold, satisfying flavors.

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.

The Korean spicy blood sausage soup was packed with bold, comforting flavors and served piping hot in a stone bowl. The food here is consistently delicious, and the overall ambience is perfect for enjoying drinks with friends. The service was attentive and friendly, rounding out a great dining experience. Highly recommend trying their menu for a satisfying and authentic meal!

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!

Came here specifically for the bossam and it did not disappoint. Flavors great and the texture of the meat was perfect. Very generous portion for 2 and enough to bring home for another meal. I've also tried their beef short rib soup and that was tasty as well. It's located in a tiny plaza so parking is limited, but it was easy to find parking in the residential area. Weekends are usually packed so make sure to go early if you want to beat the crowd.

A little bit of everything served here! Whether you want some Korean fried chicken or rice cake dumpling soup, this place has it all for whatever your table desires. Our birthday celebrant enjoyed a kimchi sour beer as well. Parking can be tricky so better find some on the street.

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.

This is another hidden gem! Little busy and noisy when we got there. But we were seated quickly. Also good came quickly and it was super hot. The food was excellent. Spicy beef and cold noodle soup excellent! And the fried chicken was well worth the wait. Excellent!!!.

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!

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!

This is an updated review. I previously had their KFC for take out, and was not too impress. However, I recently went again and . . . .again a few weeks later, and I have to to give a new review on the other dishes I tried. The really good: - Rose rice cakes (this is a must order): fusion flavor rice cakes in noodle form, unique and super tasty - Seafood udon stir fry (one of my fav things): great flavor and perfect eaten with rice - GalbiTang: super rich broth, and tender meat - kimchi (I would be surprise if they are not homemade): the best kimchi I've had in restaurant in the bay The ok: - fried chicken (see previous review) - assorted pork soup: it was ok, slightly bland for my taste - Stir fry intestines: I don't know if the dish is suppose to be this way, but this was a bit pastey (like overcooked liver) Service was decent, kimchis are refillable if you are dining in, and parking lot out front. Portion sizes are big, so they are great for sharing or leftovers. Food can take a long time to come out, but kimchi and rice are served early, so it's not a bad wait.

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.

We got the spicy cold noodles and rose tteokbokki. Both were pretty good, although I felt that they were both a bit too sweet for my taste, especially as you keep eating. It was not quite savory enough. We went on a weekend for dinner so there was quite a bit of a wait. Service was also not the fastest, as the restaurant was also pretty crowded. This seems to be a more traditional Korean restaurant in general.

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.

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

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!

YES YES AND WOW!! Amazing service and the food was to die for! The Galbi Jjim was so yummy, we got mild but it wasn't that spicy to be honest, wish I got it spicier. This Galbi Jjim is a little of the sweeter side and the chunks of meat were big so be ready to get your hands dirty lol. The portions here are big so make sure to bring a group if you want to try a few dishes. Calamari 3/5 Spicy cold noodles (4.5/5) Galbi Jjim (4.5/5) The place has a few sits outside + pet friendly! One of the servers brought our puppy a bowl of water :)

Everything on the menu looks quite delicious here, and there are a lot of authentic options compared to other korean spots in the Bay! I heard their fried chicken was famous so I had to try it. The fried chicken takes around 25-30 minutes to be prepared. It's definitely fresh though, as it comes out piping hot and crispy! I preferred the soy garlic over the original, but getting sauce or more radish on the side is $2 :( The chicken was just slightly dry for me. The main dish we got was the Budae Jigae, which was $50 for a 2-3 person portion. Honestly the portion was huge, and even for 5 of us sharing it was too much! My main complaint with this dish was that it was EXTREMELY SALTY. Like to the point where we were chugging water and couldn't keep eating it. There are a ton of different meats inside (spam, sausage, cured ham, ground beef, etc) which made it extremely rich and thick. It was hard to even cook the ramen with the lack of broth. I wouldn't order it again next time. I want to try other items on the menu though! Service was very nice. No wait for a Monday dinner.

drove all the way to oakland looking forward to the rose tteokbokki here and it did not disappoint!! first off, i would like to acknowledge how clean and orderly this restaurant was. most notably the bathroom! i felt so safe in the bathroom here because of the privacy it allows. also i love the side table with extra bowls, utensils, and napkins - so convenient! the service here was so nice and accommodating! i started off with the pear drink and it was so refreshing!! perfect for the hot weather that day! the star of the day: the creamy rose tteokbokki !!! ugh it was deliciously creamy and such savory goodness! i added some glass noodles and bacon as well. also i wasn't expecting the HUGE portion like the plate was as big as my hand. the mbr soy garlic chicken wings were perfectly crispy! and they also were HUGE !! one of the wings was as big as thanos' thumb i had leftovers for days !! i love the to-go box with the vacuumed seal. anyways love my experience here! and definitely coming back for the rice cakes.

Wow, amazing place. I am so glad I decided to give this place a second chance. Wonderful totally opposite of my 1st visit. My daughter went a couple weeks earlier with a friend and told me I must retry the food. I took my daughter and wife this time and we were all impressed. The staff was so nice and attentive. It was so clean and service was stellar and fast. They were never too busy for anyone's needs. Very helpful. It was busy. We decided to taste a little of everything of each others so we mixed up the menu. All servings we saw here were with generous portions and fresh looking. Vibrant with lots of color. Remember my general basic rule ... "If it' Red its Hot if its Green its Not. They are no stranger to hot peppers in the sauce. We shared the Creamy Rose Spicy Rice Cake, braised with noodle style rice cakes, fish cakes, vegetables and scallion with our creamy sauce. Spicey and delish. Rice Cake & Dumpling Soup with sliced rice cakes, dumplings and shredded beef in clear broth with egg and scallions. And I think there was a Noodle Spicy Rice Cakes with braised noodle style rice cakes, vegetables and scallion. Ban Chan came in 3 bowls ahead of the entre. They are typical Korean mixed pickled veggies. I also tried the Korean spiced Kimchi beer with Ginger. All delish. I must say there were new flavors and seasonings I haven't had before which is quite a surprise. I found out they specialize in authentic old school dishes you don't see at other restaurants. That's what makes them special and so popular and busy. Thanks to my daughter asking me to return, they are on my radar as a "go to" place. We had great fun. Hoon H. (Manager) was right, it was worth a second try. Impressive.

Parking can be little crazy here so recommend coming early or parking on the street. We had to wait about an hour on a Saturday for dinner so go early if you can as they don't take reservations. The soondae stir fry was little on the sweet side but it had ton of protein and noodles. Very filling. We ordered medium but really meant for 3-4 people. The Bo ssam was the star of the show. So fresh and delicious. We almost licked the serving platter. The acorn noodle was also delicious. Very spicy though. Portions are all very big; they're meant to be shared. Looking forward to going back when I'm back in town. Highly recommend!!

Finally, NOT a Korean BBQ place! There's a Yelp waiting list when you get there but I don't know why I can't sign up ahead of time on Yelp? Half Fried Chicken (original) - no sauce, not the best but not the worst. Their batter is a chunky. I prefer a batter that is more fine. Spicy Fried Intestines - a must try if you like this kind of stuff. I would come back for this dish! It wasn't spicy for me. Beef Short Rib Soup - you get two pieces of rib and I wished they had cooked the ribs longer. The meat was not falling off the bone but the broth hit the spot and it comes with clear noodles that are super hard to slurrrp. They don't have that many tables, maybe 10? It's smaller than it looks from the outside. Wait wasn't too long on a Saturday night. We arrived around 10pm and they close at 12 am.

My former coworker displayed interest in Korean cuisine since he'd never tried it. Reconnecting, I suggested we grab lunch at a Korean restaurant--he chose Moo Bong Ri. The simple interior consists of large tables for all party sizes and staff constantly flow around. You'll never be shy of being served for whatever needs here. With it being a popular Korean restaurant, wait times can vary. Now where it's at is the food! I was in a soup mood and got the Pork Rib Soup. It was a warm harmony of three giant and tender pork ribs and soft cabbage in a richly nutty broth. I prefer my meat pre-cut, so I had to work on cutting off the pork from the ribs. With it being his first experience eating Korean food, he enjoyed his meal! I'm no Korean food connoisseur but Moo Bong Ri Korean Restaurant is highly raved of. I found our meal to be well-portioned and comforting. I'd come back to try their other offerings. Located in the Koryo Village Center, there's free parking in the shared lot and on the street.

We came here on a Friday night to celebrate our friend's birthday and thankfully, there was street parking and our cars were fine. I am always hesitant on parking here since it's a popular area for people to get their windows smashed. We ordered a few items such as the galbi tang, bibimmyeon, fried chicken and fries. Galbi tang was super flavorful! It was served with rice and two ribs for you eat with their special soy sauce. The bibimmyeon was also good and a hefty portion that we could not finish. The fried chicken was ok. We got boneless soy garlic and bone in regular. The soy garlic was a little too sweet for me and the bone in had NO flavor - not even a dash of salt, just crispy. I would not order that again. Waiters came by a few times to check up on us and replenish our water. After we got our check, they also give everyone a charm lolipop Togo.

Moo bong ri is located in a plaza with other Korean businesses, and is a pretty popular spot for later in the night. We ordered quite a bit of food, and all of it tasted amazing! The pork belly and the short ribs were very tasty, and very well seasoned. There's plenty of banchan as well, and rice that comes along with your order. The servers let us know that they would be closing, since we got there a bit later, but they weren't rude or pushy about it. 10/10, would go again!

Came on a Sun around 2pm for a party of 3. There was about a 20 min wait. Great food, no complaints! We ordered the Soy Garlic Chicken (half size), Creamy Rose Spicy Rice Cake, and Beef Short Rib Stew. The chicken and rice cake were both very flavorful while the beef short rib stew was light (just how we like it). Portions are pretty big so careful not to over order. We had left over chicken and rice cake to box up! Service nice and attentive.

Loved the service and fantastic soup here! We had the pork bone casserole, rose tteokbokki, & blood sausage. All delicious and super super filling. We ordered these 3 dishes for the 3 of us and had sooo many leftovers (could've fed 4-5!) Rose tteokbokki - My favorite dish & I've come back to order it twice since then. The rice cakes are noodle-like and deliciously chewy coated in the creamy sauce This dish has a kick to it and really brought the spice!! Parking was difficult since we came on a Saturday but there is a small lot in front of the store. Overall the spot has yummy foods for a late night dinner or hot soups for a rainy day! I would definitely come back

Came here on a rainy Saturday around 2:00 PM for some comforting Kalbi Tang. I've heard so much about this place and was so excited to try it for the first time. It lives up to the hype. We put our names down on the Yelp waitlist and were seated at a small booth within 10 minutes. You can find utensils and napkins in a pullout on the side of the table. Service was quick and they brought us rice and banchan within 5 minutes of ordering. We got two of their kalbi tang, and it comes in a heaping bowl of clear broth with two giant short ribs, glass noodles, and a bowl of rice for $22. You can definitely make two meals out of this, so I'd say it's well worth the deal. The meat was tender fall-off-the-bone, everything you'd want in a comforting beef soup! The glass noodles are perfectly chewy, and you can taste the depth of flavor in their clear broth that's simmered for 24 hours. Their banchan is fresh and acts as a refreshing palate cleanser. I wish their kimchi radishes were a little more crispy, but that's nitpicking. At the end of the meal, I still had a lot leftover and I love that they package the soup in a sealed airtight container for you! If I could eat here every day, I would!

I had been wanting to try this place for a while since it opened up. I heard decent reviews from friends and so, after the Oakland Marathon, it was time to celebrate the completion of our run and our personal records! We arrived as a group of 6 and waited quite a bit of time. They took our orders and we were eventually seated. We ordered the army stew, two types of fried chicken, tater tots, french fries, galbijim, blood sausage noodles and a few other dishes~~ The food was okay, it's on the pricier side and we ordered so many dishes that we barely fit everything onto our tables. The food was very spicy!!! So I had a hard time eating anything aside from the fried chicken. The food is decent tasting. The best thing I had was the pear juice! I think I will only come back as a group of 4 or smaller and maybe in the far future~ This was worth a try.

I'm from SoCal and I ever since my friends took me here I can't stop thinking about their creamy rose spicy rice noodle!! I must eat at this place every time I visit the bay from now on. There's always a bit of a wait, but totally valid cus it's that bombbbb. You really can't go wrong with anything on their menu but the rosé spicy rice noodles are just the perfect creaminess and chewyness.. we ordered two this time around. And I always order extra pickled daikon! Sides are so good here to eat with their fried chicken, we ordered soy garlic. We also got the braised short ribs size medium( big portion) and pork belly wraps. Staff were patient and quick even tho this place was poppin!

It's my first time trying Bossam and this place did not disappoint! We were seated promptly and had our orders taken after a few minutes. Me and my friend ordered the Bossam and rose spicy rice cakes not knowing how big their portions were. Everything was delicious including the side dishes. The bossam was tender and flavorful, it came with peppers, garlic, and marinated radish. I was shocked at how flavorful boiled pork can be. My only issue is that I wish it was less dry? The less fatty parts were a little difficult to chew. The rose spicy rice cakes were SO GOOD. It's a must order if you come here. The rice cakes were soft and chewy. It absorbed all the spicy creamy sauce. The sauce was not too spicy, a little sweet, and very creamy! I absolutely loved it. It had some vegetables, fish cakes, and sausages. Overall a 4.5/5 experience!!

We ordered half and half wings as takeout from Moo Bong Ri. The fried chicken was prepared faster than the initial time estimate, and was nicely packed in boxes and plastic bag such that the steam can come out and not make the chicken soggy. They also gave us 2 packs of pickled daikon on the side. We got half soy garlic and half spicy yangneum. The spicy yangneum was pretty good and was the better of the two - it definitely has a kick from the spice, but it's not too bad. The sauce also has a slight sweetness to it. Both types of chicken were perfectly fried such that the skin was crispy yet the meat was still tender. Each piece of chicken was quite big as well, making this a delicious and worthwhile meal.

Ordered a few dishes, mostly soups and fried chicken. The soups were good and flavorful. Our favorite one was the beef rib soup and the pork soup (white broth one). Also, ordered their fried chicken the OG and garlic soy flavor. The chicken were all overcook so was pretty dry .... The breast was almost unedible.... It's a pretty small-medium size restaurant, busy, noisy ...

No wait and plenty of parking in their lot at 5:30pm on a Wednesday. Service was quick. I appreciated the utensils drawer hidden under the table, a clever space-saving idea when ordering a lot of food. We ordered the Beef Rib Soup and Pork Jowl Soup. Food was ready in 10 minutes. The Beef Rib Soup was perfectly salted and flavorful, with 3 large beef ribs so tender that the meat could be eaten right off the bone. The Pork soup was also flavorful, though lightly salted. They recommended addition of fermented shrimp enhanced the flavor is provided at every table. Everything was great, and I'm looking forward to returning with a larger group, as portions are generous.

Always come back for the rose creamy noodle and fried chicken the acorn noodle soup is also amazing!

We just had a charcuterie happy hour before coming here, so we were not too hungry. Post a Yelp review for $5 off or free soda, see picture. Quality/Quantity - Moobongri Special - Spicy braised beef short ribs, medium size. More than we expected. Got mild and it was still very spicy. MBR Wings - A hit for the table. My daughter wanted soy garlic flavor although I prefer Yangnyum sauce. As usual, I gave in and we got the soy garlic flavor. Very good fry, crispy on the outside, moist in the inside. Creamy Rose Spicy Rice Cake with Sausage - Well, it was more of a hot dog.... Again good portions. And again, this is a very spicy dish. But I will probably not order again. See picture of condiments, I did not need to use any as all the dishes were very well seasoned. Only two side dishes, well a third one if you ask for it. The third one is a green onion side dish that most non Koreans do not eat, hence having to ask for it. Nice to see them also support the local breweries - Dokkaebier and Temescal. Atmosphere - Small local restaurant. Table seating only, no reservations. We got here just in time, first on the waitlist. There was a line out the door right after. Small mall parking lot with security. Too small to expect a space. Plenty of street parking, but do keep in mind the car break-ins in this area. It is interesting that the employees change shoes when going to work? See bathroom picture. See picture of posted holiday schedule. Service - Good. Price - $141 which includes the mandatory 18% tip for our party of 5. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 2017.

Well worth the wait! Food was hearty, spicy and filling which is all you want from Korean food. The portions are huge, and the pictures are what we ordered for 5 people, and we had plenty of left overs. The rose rice cake dish was my personal favorite. It was creamy, not too spicy and the texture was on point. The braised short rib was a mountain of food that could probably serve 6 people. We got the larger serving, and we barely put a dent into it. Would recommend to downsize to the small. It seems like it's enough for 4. The add on glass noodles was a whole second dish. We barely touched that just because it was so much food. The staff was great here too. They were accommodating for special requests we had. Also - I left my wallet here, and they tried really hard to chase me down to give it back to me.

Another day, another Korean restaurant. The parking lot is very small and already full, but we were able to find parking pretty quickly around the neighborhood. We arrived to the restaurant at 5:45 PM. There was no waitlist until around 6 PM. The restaurant is kind of small and was full when we arrived, so for a party of 2, we waited approximately 15 mins before we got seated. We ended up ordering the dak galbi, pork belly wraps, and cabbage and short rib soup. Let's start off with the sides: - The sauce they gave us with our meal was delicious. The best I had. So good I ate it with just rice and nothing else - Both the cabbage and radish kimchi were some of the best we've had. Now for the mains: - We ordered the dak galbi portion that feeds 2 people, but the portion was huge! It could have easily fed a group of 4-6. The chicken was extremely tender, the rice cakes and noodles were cooked perfectly, and it wasn't too spicy for us. - The pork belly wraps were extremely delicious! The pork was cooked PERFECTLY, the cabbage was soft yet crunchy, the kimchi that came with it was crunchy and so flavorful. This was my favorite dish out of the 3. - The cabbage short rib soup was exactly what I needed on this cold and rainy day. The ribs were good, but I thought it could have been a little more tender (just my personal preference). The broth was soo flavorful and the overall soup wasn't too spicy. We have a good amount of leftovers for the next week, but I would recommend giving this place a try with friends or family! We will be back to try the rose pasta next time

Good Korean spot in Oakland. We came after climbing on a Sunday afternoon. No wait time for us. Not so much on the menu, I was looking for hot stone bibibamp. But they have soups and 3 different kinds of chicken ! Portions are made to share. Although most of the people came in the restaurant were pairs. Chicken pieces are large and boneless ! We could barely finish our portion with the soup. Soup was solid. Parking log available but usually full. I parked on the street. Would return with a larger group !

Nice casual ambiance. We were watching the super bowl as we had our meal. The staff were super friendly and attentive. The food came out quickly and the empty water carafes were exchanged timely. We ordered the spicy beef ribs and beef rib soup. The food was delicious and comforting. The rib soup had a flavorful soothing taste. It went well with rice. Adding some black pepper and brine shrimp (condiment) to the soup changed the flavor, which was really nice too. We order a medium spicy braised beef ribs and got them mild. FYI, it was still spicy but less than Sriracha level. I've only had braised beef ribs previously at Daeho so trying this dish at another restaurant is a first. The flavors are different, Daeho is more salty and Moo Bong Ri is more sweet. Both are very delicious! The cheese is not torched and the sauce is more liquid here. Also, they have cabbage as the vegetable instead of the carrots and potatoes seen with Daeho. They are generous with the beef. There was so much meat left after our meal that it will serve as excellent 2nd meal. Highly recommended and will come back!

Arrived when they first open and got seated right away. Since there were only two of us, we ordered the Rice cake and dumpling soup and the Moobongri Special: Spicy Braised Beef Short Ribs. The food came out right away and the portion sizes were huge. Both items were delicious and we had plenty of leftovers. They have a lot more options on their menu and would definitely try something different next time around. FYI - there is a parking lot but gets filled very quickly.

I was so excited to try this place and I absolutely loved it! We came on a Friday night as a party of six and they don't take reservations (in-person Yelp waitlist) so our wait was around 45 minutes. However, I didn't really mind the wait as I expected it. When we were seated, we were given the small dishes (radishes, kimchi, etc.) and waters. Service was quick, simple, and efficient. We ordered the soy garlic 20 piece wings, pork belly wraps, and spicy rice cake noodles. All of the dishes were fantastic and came in huge portions. Definitely worth the money. Everything tasted great and I really liked the spicy rice cake noodles and chicken wings. Even amongst the six of us, we still had many leftovers with just these three dishes. Overall, I had a great time and would definitely recommend coming here for dinner! Just beware that there may be a lengthy wait time :)

I coincidentally checked out this place over a year ago when looking for a late night spot around the area to grab a bite after going to an event nearby. I believe during that time we ordered the spicy sundaeguk and the cold acorn noodle. I remember loving it so much that I said I HAD to come back again! Fast forward till today, I came back to visit and ordered their rose rice cake, regular sundaeguk, and the acorn cold noodle. The same as last time, I highly recommend getting the acorn cold noodle! The rose rice cake and regular sundaeguk were pretty decent too, but the cold noodle is the must get item here!