Sonbul - Korean Cafe and Kitchen

I’ve been here multiple times and brought multiple people!!! My go to order is the kimchi stew with rice and bulgogi. The soup itself is very affordable but the add ons make it up to $20 which is not ideal, as kimchi jjigae order doesn’t include rice and if you want rice, you have to get it as an extra. My friends tried the big sandwich that comes with one of the biggest creamiest fries. The sandwich itself is pretty decent with decent amount of flavors. We also loved the ttaekbokki. Ttaekbokki here has more of a spicier flavor with plenty rice cakes and udon. I always end up with runny nose after eating it lol (ig thats how you know it’s good food). The sonbul is also pretty good, I suggest ordering it on cold days alongside with ttaekbokki. The soup itself is bland and goes perfectly with super spicy ttawkbokki!

I stopped by this spot on a long weekend afternoon, a little past the peak lunch rush. Inside, the vibe was relaxed — a few people were hanging out with coffee, chatting with friends, or working on their laptops. I liked the easygoing atmosphere and decided to settle in for lunch. I ordered a Korean fried chicken sandwich with a side of gochujang fries. The service was on the slower side, but I didn’t mind since I was just enjoying the downtime. The staff was friendly, and one of them mentioned the kitchen was closing soon, so they served my food in a takeout box instead of a plate. It didn’t bother me, and the portion size was generous — enough that I took some leftovers home. The fries were okay: crisp but under-seasoned, and the gochujang topping didn’t really deliver much heat or flavor. The sandwich, on the other hand, was excellent. The chicken breast was well-seasoned, perfectly battered, and fried (though a touch greasy). What really made it stand out were the condiments and the pickled radish, which added brightness and balance. It was hearty, filling, and satisfying. Overall, this place has a laid-back atmosphere and serves good food. I’d definitely return and would recommend it to others.

I recently had an amazing Korean food experience that truly hit every craving. We started with the Japchae (D), and it was absolutely delicious. The glass noodles were perfectly chewy, lightly sweet, and tossed beautifully with vegetables. It had that classic balance of savory and slightly sweet flavors that makes japchae so comforting. The Bulgogi (beef) was incredibly flavorful. The beef was tender, well-marinated, and grilled just right. It had that perfect smoky-sweet taste that makes bulgogi a must-order every time. The Kimmari were crispy on the outside and packed with flavorful glass noodles inside. Dipping them in soy sauce made them even better — crunchy, savory, and addictive. For appetizers, the Padak stood out. The chicken was crispy and juicy, topped with fresh scallions and a light sauce that added just the right kick without overpowering the crunch. The Kimchi Jjigae was warm, hearty, and full of depth. The broth had that bold fermented kimchi flavor with a spicy edge that made it incredibly comforting. The Kimchi Fried Rice was another highlight — smoky, savory, and perfectly balanced. Each bite had just the right amount of tangy kimchi flavor. To drink, I tried Milkis, which was sweet, creamy, and refreshing — a fun Korean classic. I also had a bottle of Terra, a crisp Korean beer that paired perfectly with the rich and spicy dishes. Overall, everything felt authentic, flavorful, and satisfying. The variety of textures — crispy, chewy, tender, and brothy — made the meal exciting from start to finish. I would definitely come back to try even more dishes.

small menu; cozy vibes well done. i enjoy their matcha & chai lattes, one of the few cafes in the neighborhood with lavender syrup so i’m there often. the gochugaru fries were ‘finished before first bite of sandwich’ worthy. the padak sandwich was delicious, great layering of flavors in each bite. i’d order again.

Great place for casual korean! The food is excellent and the vibes are chill. Watch katseye music videos and eat some excellent jigae and fried chicken. Apparently it’s great for breakfast too!

this is probably the second time i have ever had to write a review on google but this feels too much like a scam to let it go. We ordered the kimchi chigae, kimchi fried rice, and japchae. the kimchi chigae does not come with rice and isn’t mentioned anywhere that it isn’t (this is unusual for chigae as it a food that is intended to be paired with rice) but okay i would have ordered a side of rice if i had to… but then the food is nowhere close to what they advertise on the menu as you can see in the picture i posted below.. the soup also comes in a pint container and not the usual 32oz and it only has few pieces of kimchi /tofu and nothing else. even then if the chigae itself is edible and somewhat tasty it might be forgivable and i’d try to understand and blame the “recession” but the broth tastes nothing like a chigae has no flavor other than a hint of gochujang and gochugaru and intense sweetness of sugar water my mouth rejected it as i took my first bite…. I unfortunately have to recook it and try to fix it….. :( </3

this place is decent for a quick bite!, I paid $13 for a breakfast burrito but the flavor... I could have made at home the only saving grace on it was the kimchi ketchup . Also the matcha latte I got was all milk so a bit flavorless. Their bulgogi beef bowl didn't have a lot of bulgogi it was mostly rice but there was decent flavor. Their interior was a big bare so there was a huge echo making it kinda super loud in there from all the sound just bouncing off the wall. Overall if you just need a quick bite sure give it a try !

Wonderful little restaurant - food came out quickly, hot, fresh, and delicious! The kimchi seasoned fries were incredible, and the jjigae was warm, spicy, and hit the spot! Would definitely come back to try their lunch and coffee. Highly recommend!

HELL YES. Sonbul has fully taken over Burly and now offers a breakfast menu - at least on weekends. The Korean breakfast burrito was absolutely delicious and is going to be my new go to breakfast on the weekends! Delicious scrambled eggs with shredded veggies, tater tots (!!!), and kimchi. Hell yeah. Excited for the addition of breakfast to Sonbul's amazing dinner menu. Highly recommend the Japchae, Kinmari, the Korean Cheesesteak (I don't eat red meat and even I eat this on occasion), and of course the epic Korean fried chicken.

Great new Korean spot in the neighborhood! Sonbul is open at Burly coffee shop on Throop near DeKalb from 5-10pm, Wed-Sat. Food, drink, k-pop MVs playing on a projector screen... feels like a bit of K-town in Bed-Stuy. I got some soy garlic wings and they were excellent, the owner said he's continuing to expand the menu and I'm looking forward to trying more!

If you're craving authentic and delicious Korean food in Brooklyn- you have to come here! The food is incredible, servings are large, food is very much worth the prices, and the service is great!

Great spice to the soup. Banchan was refreshing and flavorful. So nice to have a Korean spot nearby now. My husband and I visited for the first time in person and it was so delicious we had to order on UberEats for delivery a few days later!

I'm Korean, grew up eating Korean food. Everything we ordered was solid and felt very homemade. Definitely on-par with anything you would get in K-town Manhattan. Prices are very reasonable for portions and the restaurant vibes are warm and cozy. I think they opened relatively recently and we were able to chat with the chef for a bit after our meal. He was friendly and down to earth. Highly recommend if you're in the area and craving Korean

The food is incredibly good, perfectly balanced flavor. The service is nice too. And the vibe is so chill, I love this coffee shop in the day time, but at night it's so cozy.

Best Korean food around which is great cause Bed-Stuy is starved for the stuff. Delicious food, great service! Handsome chefs!!!!

yummyyyyyy new beef is great. thanks :) portions are good and the space is nice. right around the block from us i'll be coming here often