Tiger Mama

Korean restaurant · Eugene

Tiger Mama

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1080 W 3rd Ave, Eugene, OR 97402

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Korean fried chicken, bibimbap, and unique cocktails  

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1080 W 3rd Ave, Eugene, OR 97402 Get directions

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$20–30 · Menu

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+1 458 273 3166
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The Best Restaurants in Eugene, Oregon | Eater Portland

"Maybe it’s all that attention from Crying at H Mart but it feels like Eugene is in the midst of a mini Korean restaurant boom. Among the standouts is Tiger Mama, a welcome addition to the Whiteaker neighborhood. The decor is a celebration of Korean culture with a wall filled with small-scale versions of traditional hanboks. Diners can look out for a range of comfort foods like bibimbap served in a hot stone bowl, veggie-stuffed kimbop (similar to a sushi roll), and Korean fried chicken wings. There’s also a selection of cocktails, beer, wine, sake, and soju to toast the meal." - Brenna Houck

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Boston-Area Food Writers Share Their Restaurant Standbys for 2021 - Eater Boston

"Tiger Mama is mentioned for maybe having its last night of service." - Rachel Leah Blumenthal

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12 of Boston’s Best Mushroom Dishes | Eater Boston

"Chef Tiffani Faison brings the heat with her mala mushrooms at Tiger Mama, where she’s crafted creative Southeast Asian-inspired dishes in Fenway since 2015. The mushroom dish features king oyster, shiitake, and cremini mushrooms — along with other seasonal mushrooms — mixed with a classic Chinese mala spice, which is both numbing and hot. “The mala mushrooms are a meaty, umami-laden alternative to a wok-fired meat dish,” says Faison, also the owner of nearby restaurants Fool’s Errand, Orfano, and Sweet Cheeks. “We make a chile oil in-house with a ton of spices, chiles, garlic, and Sichuan peppercorn. We use it in the dish while we’re hard-roasting the mushrooms in the wok and finish with vinegar.” Find it on the dinner menu or at brunch, where it’s served with a fried duck egg and white rice to soak up the heat of the sauce." - Nathan Tavares

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Boston’s Best Scorpion Bowls and Other Giant Cocktails to Share | Eater Boston

"While the food menu at Tiger Mama looks toward Southeast Asia, the cocktail menu goes tiki, and there are a few large-format options at a range of prices and sizes. For example, there’s the “Sanka, ya dead?” — it serves four or five people ($60) and includes rums, hibiscus cordial, cinnamon, allspice, pineapple, and lime, but there’s also the galleon for $120, containing rum, passionfruit, guava, amontillado, chartreuse, and cava, serving six." - Rachel Leah Blumenthal

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Tiger Mama Review - Fenway - Boston - The Infatuation

"The food at this Asian fusion spot in the Fenway is very good. But you can get good food at lots of places. We’re pretty sure, though, that there’s only one place where you can get a seven-serving rum punch served in a treasure chest. Make sure there are several orders of the crispy chili potatoes on the table to soak it all up." - Dan Secatore

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Colleen Kiyuna

Google
Not the prettiest place to bring guests, but the food and drinks are worth it. They brought out some complimentary raw veggies and dip as soon as we sat down. Upon ordering, they brought out even more banchan - cold tofu, pickled radish, spinach namul, and kimchi, and all were delicious. My husband and I ordered a cocktail each and shared a full order of chicken wings, and with the complimentary sides, we were stuffed. So although prices seem kind of high, you really get a lot and it ends up being about the same as any brewery around here - better, even. The cocktails all are super fun, and though I generally don’t like alcohol, I really want to come back and keep trying all of them here. And don’t get me started on the wings! They were huge and flavorful and crispy, and so, so juicy. You get to pick 2 flavors with a full order of 10 wings. My husband particularly liked the honey soy garlic one (which came with a little skewer of roasted garlic cloves), while I loved the dry rub (which came with a tasty dipping sauce). After hearing some lukewarm reviews, I wasn’t expecting much, but I was so pleasantly surprised by this place. Highly recommend, at least so far for the wings and drinks! Update: the yangnyeom wings and the original salt and pepper are the best wing flavors, hands down. The tteokbokki had glass noodles and fish cake in it and was also sooo yummy and comforting with the wings and some soju. 10/10

Brandi

Google
Sunny Moon and her crew truly have made such an amazing restaurant in our community. It is always a 10/10 every time. The food and cocktails are spectacular. The service is amazing and they make you feel like family. Always have the best recommendations and helpful with any questions. Tonight I believe our server was Alex and his customer service was impeccable! He was extremely busy but had a smile on his face the whole time. We ordered a full spread for our meal as we can never choose just one item. Items ordered: Honey Garlic Wings, Spicy BBQ Wings, BBQ Unagi, Poke Salad and Mushroom Bulgogi Fried Rice. With Black Pink cocktails.

Sean

Google
I used to live in Korea and 호랑이 엄마 was delightful! I truly felt like I was back in Korea. The food and service were amazing. The price is also quite good for what you get. Be warned though, the volcano KFC wings are no joke when it comes spice, order with caution!! I would highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Track Town USA!

Margaret Steinbrunn

Google
#tigermama wow an incredible meal, not just the food. As many of my friends know I am not easy to please. The whole raw fish thing to me is new.. wow what have I been missing all these years. About 3rd grade a gal named Dana N Darryl Macatantan ( miles) brought seaweed to class on a day where we shared food from our culture. I dont remember what I brought but it was probably haggis or something, lol. After all these years I love sashimi. Woo enjoy the pics. As I said it's much more than a meal it's a cultural journey. This was a dinner for 1..

Rachel Saxton

Google
I ordered catering from Tiger Mama for a large group and everything was impeccable. Generous portions, plenty of options, and of course, incredible flavor. They were also very pleasant to work with.

Alicia m

Google
The staff - Outstanding! The drinks - Amazing! The Food - beyond amazing! The overall experience? I am willing to make frequent trips from Vancouver for this fantastic experience!

Brandy Davis

Google
I love this place! So good! Had the lunchbox so I had a nice selection. Very fresh and not overly sweet. I believe parking is on the street. Hard to see when coming up on it. I saw a review mentioning it didn't look like much from the outside and probably wouldn't bring guests. I'd have no problem bringing guests. Service was good too.

Colleen Crowley

Google
I was on a road trip and wanted to try a local place for lunch. Everything I ordered was so good and really fresh! Super friendly and fast service. The noodle dish I got was so delicious I barely made it to my next destination before eating my leftovers.

Maryssa

Yelp
Food was delicious. Kimchi and pork jjigae was excellent and had tremendous flavor. Great portion sizes. The seafood pancake lacked seafood flavor, as the mushrooms were overwhelming for my taste. Complimentary vegetable and sauces were really good. Service, despite a dirty utensil and slow water refills, was solid. Our server was friendly and had fantastic recommendations. Overall, we will go back again!!
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Matt S.

Yelp
It is AWESOME to see a Korean restaurant become so popular in Eugene. I went here again last night and it was packed which was great to see. I'd recommend coming in a group so you can sample a lot of their different foods without breaking the bank. Grab some Terra (Korean beer) and some soju to start everything off. All of their offerings off their drinking menus are awesome. Bulgolgi is a must if you've never had Korean. Tteobokki is the classic Korean drinking food though it can be spicy for some. Same thing with kimchee jigae especially if it's a cold night. The kimchee jeon (pancake) is delicious. If you're more adventurous try the gizzards. And I'd put the pepper fin sashimi up against any of the best sushi restaurants in town. If you like sashimi, GET THIS. The yellowtail is fantastic. The service is always friendly and helpful if you need recommendations. They're attentive and always quick to refill your water. If you haven't tried this place or are new to Korean food please go here. And if you're not, still go here. It's awesome.
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Brian T.

Yelp
Wow! This place was recommended to me by a wonderful Korean woman visiting Florence. I was skeptical. I was wrong. Parking is a jumble. This quaint neighborhood has several diverse kiosk type shops. Tiger Mana is the "sit down" exception. The food, smells are dwarfed by the AMAZING hospitality. I started simple with spicy pork Biminbop. (I know a typical choice). But the sides, the crisp bright Asahi... but the warmth and friendly staff... it is cool outside, rainy and gray, but inside it's warm, bright and DELICIOUS. This is a must stop in Eugene... please save me a parking spot. So in conclusion. Rush to enjoy this place.
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James T.

Yelp
I'm so happy a place like this is finally in Eugene! There's a limited number of tables indoors, and a large patio with heat lamps throughout. It was a bit loud inside, but I expected that - outside would likely have been more quiet. We were greeted immediately by our server upon entering, and seated within a minute or two - I made a reservation earlier in the day based on other reviews, but it wasn't really necessary on a Tuesday evening. For banchan, we were provided cabbage plus carrot and cucumber crudités, which came with two dipping sauces (one was gochujang based I think - but sweet, and the other seemed to be a doenjang base), as well as very small portions of kimchi, pickled daikon and carrot, some marinated steamed spinach, and tofu with sauce. I would've liked to have had more of the kimchi, and likely could have asked - but I agree with some previous review in that the kimchi wasn't great. We shared an order of kimbap with beef bulgogi, then my dinner date had japchae with bulgogi, and I had the kimchi hogar with pork belly. We were mostly impressed! The kimbap was interesting, though I'd order something different next time. The japchae was good, and I'd recommend it - especially for those less familiar with Korean food. For me, the kimchi jigae hit the spot. I miss this dish and soondubu jigae the most when thinking about KTown in LA, and while neither are particularly difficult to make - it was great to get to have the opportunity to get it from a restaurant here in Eugene! Could is have been spicier? Yes, but they did provide some slices serrano when I asked. I'll definitely be coming back here, and hopefully soon!
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Alyssa M.

Yelp
Really tasty! That carrot/daikon slaw is something else. Gotta save the liquid for tomorrow's salad. I really appreciate the fact that there is a whole page of gluten-free options. My meal came with Kim chi and extra gochujang sauce. Next time I would like to experience the dol sot (hot plate) in the actual restaurant instead of just getting it to go. Service was excellent. Place was super busy but it's Friday night Valentine's Day what would I expect. Will return !
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Kait R.

Yelp
Can easily say this is the best Korean place i've tried in Eugene. Service was really fast and informative throughout our dining experience! All of the food was delicious, I really enjoyed all of the dishes they brought out in the beginning, you get a lot of flavor profiles and all blend together beautifully. our meals came out hot and full of flavor, will definitely be making a return! I would highly recommend Tiger Mama, but those who do not enjoy crowded spaces beware! It's super cute inside but you will be very close to everyone else around you
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Savannah H.

Yelp
We were very impressed with Tiger Mama! Cute and cozy, also I loved the decor in the front. The service was wonderful and quick. The food was phenomenal, big portions and very tasty! I can't say there was something I didn't love here.
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Jessica F.

Yelp
We went to Tiger Mama after hearing about their separate vegan menu! I always appreciate when restaurants clearly mark their options for different dietary preferences. What I love even more is that there are plenty of options to choose from and they all sound delicious. We opted for the classic Mushroom Bibimbap, which had that delicious crispy rice bottom that makes this dish so unique, and the Tofu Japchae which was perfect for my partner. Just clarify when ordering that you want these items from the vegan menu. They also brought us an appetizer and sides! Those were great as well. Keep in mind the Kimchi is not vegan because it has fish sauce. We sat on the patio and really enjoyed the atmosphere out there. The inside is nice too. It's a cute spot! Our service was great and they were able to clarify what was vegan for us. I appreciate that the staff is knowledgeable on that. They did bring my order with an egg but quickly recognized and remedy it by making me a fresh bowl. Overall, I am excited to return and try more items on the menu! You can tell they are making an effort to offer a unique and attentive dining experience.
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Tac P.

Yelp
I am in Eugene for a visit. What a beautiful Korean restaurant in Eugene! It is truly a gem. It is a poocha place and that is known in Korean culture as bar food. But it was absolutely wonderful and we enjoyed ourselves. Service and food was great. The only challenging issue about this place is parking, which is not too challenging. But maybe that is because I am from Los Angeles.
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Katie Z.

Yelp
This was such an eclectic and authentic Korean dining experience! I lived in a city with a fairly large Korean population for many years before moving to Eugene, so I am quite familiar with Korean cuisine. How I missed it! Tiger Mama fills that void... and more! It's perfectly situated in the Whitaker district with artistic attention to detail, from the patio seating to the colorful interior decor. And the food was stellar. The sweet and spicy wings were my favorite! They are also attentive. Never once did we feel as if we had to wait for the waiter or host to provide us with water refills or an extra napkin request. The curry noodles for me and beef bulgogi for my spouse were also great! Finally, their mixed drink menu was priced fairly with unique recipes!
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Kitty H.

Yelp
This is the new spot to be! Similar for me to Meiji next door, in that you can have a drink and share some food. We felt lucky that we got there at 7:30 on a Saturday and were seated right away. When we left, the outside area in front was full and the inside stayed pretty full. It looks like they will have a larger outside area in back that will be ready soon complete with a permanent cover and heaters for the winter. My hubby and I shared three things and had enough to take home. We got the Kimbop with beef. It came with two dipping sauces (creamy and sweet/soy). We also got the Korean Fried Chicken (aka KFC) with the sweet and spicy sauce. It just had a small amount of heat and had a nice flavor profile. The chiles that came with it were HOT, so nibble those at your own risk. The last thing we ordered was the Fried Rice with pork and kimchi. It came with a fried egg on top and pickles on the side. Pretty basic but a good item to add to round your a meal. Near the end of our meal, they brought out a little plate of sides: kimchi, pickled carrots/daikon, and spinach with sesame along with a small, cold soft tofu dish. The spinach was very tasty and refreshing. They were attentive with bringing out my sake ($11) and refilling our water. Nice little spot but sort of noisy inside with all the tables, music, and people moving around. Definitely had a fun/evening/date vibe. We'll be back for a date night soon.

Corie A.

Yelp
Positives: We were recommended this place by friends and I was excited they had a gluten free menu. We made a reservation and got seated right away upon arrival. We had a great server and we were impressed with the tofu, kimchi, carrots and seaweed they brought out to the table for us to snack on. My sister and boyfriend ordered dumplings, they loved those and the salad it came with. Both my sister and I got the hot plates with Beef. I thought it was delicious and enjoyed most of it. Negatives: My boyfriend unfortunately did not like his curry udon. And he is the least picky person I have ever met. He said it reminded him of chicken top ramen or chicken noodle soup. It was also extremely hot. He ate about a 1/4 of the bowl before deciding he could not finish it. Although I enjoyed my hot stone bibimbap, the bottom of the bowl was so hot it burnt an entire layer of rice which was crunchy and not good to eat. And lastly something that has never happened to me before... ever. As we were eating our hot stone bibimbap (with chopsticks because why not), someone I'm taking is the owner came to our table and told my sister and I that the bibimbap is supposed to be eaten with a spoon. The suggestion alone would have been great and I would have appreciated the tip however he proceeded to grab the spoon laying on a plate on the table and put it in my sisters bowl and actually grabbed a spoonful of the food and said "like this, you see how you get all the ingredients? This gives it more flavor" Honestly I was shocked he actually did that. If I wanted to eat it with a spoon I would have but maybe I wanted to practice my chopstick skills?? Either way I found it disrespectful to mess with our food that we were actively eating. If they really want to make sure people are using certain utensils they should serve it with the dish. Others around us were also eating with chopsticks. Like I said I appreciated knowing the right way was to eat it with a spoon but I did not need a demonstration.
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Lisa M.

Yelp
I absolutely LOVE this place. I've been here twice and had good experiences each time. I love their chicken wings the best. Full order is a must because those go quick!! I believe the honey and garlic (or was it soy and garlic?) is their most popular and it does not miss. I also really like the Aloha drink, although it is on the sweeter side. Prices are very reasonable, food is great, atmosphere is amazing. I feel like I'll be coming here every month.!
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Ashley M.

Yelp
It's great to try out a new place in town! The inside can feel slightly cramped, once you sit down it's best to stay seated, but I like what they've done to decorate the unique space. Staff are all very friendly, but it took quite a bit of time for us to get our orders in. That was fine, as we needed a lot of time to study the expansive menu, but this wouldn't be the place to go if you were in a hurry! Now the food. It was very fun to try a bunch of things and share them with friends - I like their dedicated section on the menu for that. The Korean chicken wings are by far the stand out! So flavorful and perfectly cooked. Our general critique was that the flavors in some of the dishes were one-note (ie. just garlic, or very salty) and the spice level could be higher (or maybe a side spicy sauce)! Looking forward to going back and trying more
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Linh B.

Yelp
Just arrived from my family Cali vacation And still craving for more Korean food. Hands down/Up!! For authentic quality Korean food! I highly suggest making reservations for weekend Dinner! Tables fill up ASAP! Be prepared for extra patience if you're placed on the wait list. And so worth the wait ! Serious attention to details, Stimulating environment With great Decor! The wood work itself is a unique/eclectic nice Vintage look. Professional, quick, personable AAA +++ service.
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Jailene C.

Yelp
Came here for the second time with my boyfriend, a bit disappointing this time compared to our first time. We got seated quickly however we didn't get water, or veggies to start? Bit weird. Every other table around us had a pitcher of water and the veggies, we didn't. We ordered, I got the k-ramen with bulgogi, which is an extra add on, didn't actually get the bulgogi in it, still paid extra for it. Boyfriend's bulgogi udon was alright honestly, the broth wasn't that amazing. Overall this experience was very poor compared to our first time, especially seeing other tables around us getting the full 'experience.' Disappointing.
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Natalie v.

Yelp
Took my daughter here for a feast after hearing all the rave reviews. My expectations were high. Everything looked beautiful, unfortunately the taste was not quite there. My poke bowl was DRENCHED in sweet sauce. All the purple rice was glopped together from the sauce. The server came by and gave us the check without checking if we wanted dessert. When asked about the dessert a few items were not available. We wanted to try the shaved ice binsoo dessert. They didn't have any that night. We were most excited about the KFC- Korean fried chicken. Again so SWEET. Totally doesn't check for me. Kimbap was mid. After the check was given to us he asked how everything was. I told him my poke bowl had way too much sweet sauce dressing. He said, "that's how we make it here." I wouldn't recommend this place unless your palette desires extra sweetness in your meals.
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Vik S.

Yelp
Tiger Mama is a new spot in the Whiteaker offering Korean-style casual food, like rice bowls, wings, and kimbap (Korean-style sushi rolls). I found them on Grubhub and ordered the beef bulgogi kimbap and the mushroom & vegetable kimbap. I really enjoyed the beef bulgogi, it was a delicious combination of flavors and texture The mushroom kimbap was pretty good too, but could have used a bit of oomph. A side of gochujang sauce would have been nice. For a couple extra bucks I got a side of soup. I had no idea what to expect, but I was very pleasantly surprised. It was two large pieces of tofu in broth. The broth was nicely seasoned, and the tofu had a beautiful texture that went really well with the broth. I'm excited to try some more stuff from the menu, like Korean fried chicken wings and the noodle bowls.
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Winter B.

Yelp
I was craving some kimbop and decided to do a takeout order here. Employees were soo friendly and nice. The restaurant was really cute, I definitely want to come back and dine in. Ambiance was great. Indoor and outdoor seating. It was pretty busy for a Tuesday night. Great menu. Not a lot of Korean options in the area so this was a great find! Would reccomend coming here. Food was great want to try some other dishes.
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Natalie F.

Yelp
great food, cool atmosphere, and kind service, would recommend. Cucumber salad and curry udon were highlights
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Marlon M.

Yelp
I had dinner here last night for my friend's birthday and it was a fantastic experience. We arrived on a very busy Saturday evening, and since we were a party of eight, we had to wait for a bit. However, the staff reassured us and frequently checked in while we waited, going above and beyond to ensure our comfort. The Korean fried chicken was outstanding--some of the best I've ever had. The japchae and tteokbokki were also quite tasty. We also tried the beef kimbap, mushroom bibimbap, fried oysters, wakame salad, and their ice cream dessert. We're eager to return and sample more delicious items from your menu.
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Aaron S.

Yelp
Been in a couple of times this month, and I'll keep coming back. My favorite items so far have been the King Squid, the Japchae, and the korean fried chicken. Vibe is loud, fun, and lively. Ive been to Korea and from my experience, Tiger Mama does a pretty good job of being authentic.
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Laura C.

Yelp
Ok I can't get over how amazing this place is. We had a large group, every drink we had, every meal we had, was absolutely delicious! And to boot, the service was absolutely amazing! 20/10 recommend.
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Ashley O.

Yelp
The Asian food scene in Eugene is blossoming with this one! I love Tiger Mama and I have been here about four times since they've opened. Not only is the food delicious, their service is spectacular. It's almost as if the dining experience is handcrafted, just for you. They tell you how to eat things the traditional way and give pairing suggestions, and this has always been the case even when they're busy. I know that sometimes the hospitality of a place goes by the wayside when restaurants get chaotic- not here! You can tell they pay attention to details and try to make it a positive dining experience. Their cocktails have exciting ingredients and their dishes are always perfectly prepared with fresh and high quality components. Great for a group outing or a date night. I have tried just about everything on the menu and haven't had something I didn't like. Their wings are particularly crispy and unforgettable.
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Tim C.

Yelp
I dont have a spare 80+ letter's to use today So you'll have to give me a better use my time And letters
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Mary Ellen A.

Yelp
Best meal I have eaten in Eugene since 2012. Had the fried chix, crispy and delish. The fried rice was so yummy also. The left overs were reheated with a fried egg on top with a runny yolk that awaken the dish on day 2 and 3. Cause yes, these are generous helpings I have not seen, well since the pandemic. I have had their food on 3 operate occasions and each time it exceeds my expectations.
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Janice T.

Yelp
Stopped by for lunch and my first impression was very cute interior and exterior. The metal chairs inside were industrial and did not seem to follow the theme and were not comfortable. Server was prompt and knowledgeable. I ordered the Doshirak Bulgogi Box and my fellow foodie chose the Spicy Pork Noodle Bowl. We received standard banchon dishes but first time I ever was served a small block of tofu in sauce with green onions which was underwhelming. The seaweed salad was good as well as another dish. The house made kimchi was far sweeter than spicy. The bulgogi was barely warm and the spicy pork bowl was barely spicy, on the sweet side and very greasy looking and tasting. I have been to many Korean restaurants and never noticed the distinct sweetness as I did in these dishes. The ginger and lemon tea was very good. I was not a fan of the sweet tastes in the foods. Perhaps I will try again and order some other menu items.
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Grace N.

Yelp
Cute decor and it's very busy but relatively fast service. There's a lot of outdoor seating areas and a pretty big indoor space too, most of the tables are put pretty close to each other so it's not the most quiet place to get dinner but they're going for a pocha vibe so it fits. Grilled and fried chicken was nothing special but not bad. The kimchi udon on the other hand is mindblowing. Boiling hot and full of flavor. I thought about it over and over days after I had it.
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Barbara B.

Yelp
Easily walked in for a table for 2 on a Friday night at 6 pm. Tough area to find street parking, ended up a few blocks away. Restaurant cute and lively. Wait staff friendly and attentive. They start with free veggies with sauce and also get free kimchi and soft tofu. That was my favorite part of the meal! Unfortunately didn't love any of the dishes we ordered- beef bulgolgi, spicy pork kimbop and jap chae noodles. They could have used stronger flavors and more spice. We would not order any of them again. My whiskey based cocktail drink I thought was too sweet as well. Not in a hurry to return- may come back to try soup in the winter.
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Timothy D.

Yelp
We're from Portland and needed some dinner, craving Ramen on a cold and rainy day. Wow, were we blown away. My wife has told me 50 times that the honey garlic soy wings were the BEST wings she's EVER HAD, and she is a wing snob. The rest of our food was equally amazing. Curry udon with bulgogi beef, K Ramen, and I had the bibimbap with spicy pork. Service was attentive, the panchan plentiful, just a gem of a place. We'll be back every time we're in town - maybe for some more of their beer snacks menu, and more wings outside in nicer weather (outdoor seating).
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Janette S.

Yelp
Delicious KFC (Korean fried chicken) I have had half honey soy garlic and sweet and spicy yangnyum . Yummy. I order this in addition to Japchae with beef bulgogi. My dinner partner enjoys the Jaeyook (spicy pork) along with Sapporo draft. We have eaten here about 7/8 times since our first taste of it in May 2024.

Tanya K.

Yelp
I have been traveling to Eugene from San Francisco for 10 years to visit my children. I have suffered the food in Eugene for 10 years. My son brought me and his brother here last night for dinner. The highlight was the tofu with chives in a sauce they brought to the table. Knocked my socks off! Fresh and tender tofu, excellent sauce! The assortment of veg including pickled carrots and daikon, kimchi and spinach was also delicious. I believe the Ramen my youngest son ordered was also nice although I was surprised by the one dimensional broth. The fried squid was not great. The chicken wings were fire. The real disappointment should have been the star of the show, the seafood pajeon. In my experience, this dish has bouncy, tender shrimp, scallops, squid, etc. Married perfectly with a mix of veggies (sometimes kimchi) and pancake. What we were served was flat and tasteless with chewy and seemingly old seafood...or maybe chicken or pork? I couldn't tell. How could you serve this and try to pass it off as Haemul-Pajeon? Although we may give this restaurant another shot, I will never order that dish again. I'm sad that my sons think that was a Korean pancake.
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Maia G.

Yelp
Nothing but Amazing! My partner and I came in a little too close to closing time, and everyone at Tiger Mama just made our chicken-wing dreams come true! We promptly ordered two orders of chicken wings, which was way more than we needed. Both flavors of wings were delicious, the Kim Chi and Tofu sides were so perfect and the staff treated us incredibly well! The two times I have been to Tiger Mama, I finished satisfied and impressed by their culinary finesse. Thank you, we will be back soon!
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Lisa G.

Yelp
Visited for the first time last week. Amazing service, fun unique drinks and awesome Korean food. A+!

Alex V.

Yelp
Visited there for dinner after a long road trip up from California with wife and young nephew. Great tasty food and awesome service.

Mike F.

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Too many interesting choices are on the menu. We need to go back several times to even make a dent in them. Service was very attentive but not hovering. Ambience was great for a warm lunch on a cold winter day
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Elexise C.

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I love this place, it definitely takes you outside of Eugene and into an immersion of Korean food. The service is amazing and the staff take time to let people know what things are and how to eat the dishes. Drinks were delicious and good servings. I'll be taking my friends here for sure! Great outdoor and indoor seating too.

Yanling W.

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Had lunch on this rainy November day at Tiger Mama, food's delicious. Very friendly hosts. Owner and chef Sunny Moon proudly explained the symbolic meaning of tiger in Korean culture and why she and her husband chose the name of Tiger Mama, beautiful story. My husband loved his curry udon with beef, mine's the lunchbox with spicy squid (if you love spicy food, ask for extra hot sauce), the vegan kimchi's one of the best side dishes. I also had a cup of barley tea.

Kayla V.

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Went here for the first time with my honey tonight. We went around 6pm, seated right away. It was very busy and all the tables were packed but the staff was hustling. I think they're still ironing out the kinks, but we would definitely be back. The restaurant is cute. It's a tight space, so I don't recommend for more than a group of 6. Would definitely recommend carpooling here because parking is very limited. When we left at about 7:30, there were a few groups waiting outside. There's no host stand so you just have to wait until one of the staff sees you. It didn't look like they had seating at the bar even though there were chairs there. What we ordered: * Dolsot bibimbap 9/10 - Let rice sit for a little bit so it crunches up before eating. The bowl is sizzling hot. I asked for a side of gochujang sauce for it as well. * Soft tofu soup 2/10 - The tofu was cold * Seafood pajeon - It was soggy in the center but I love pajeon so I would give it another chance to see if they get it right next time * Peach soju Next time we plan on ordering the japchae and fried chicken. We saw many tables ordering the fried chicken. I've had Korean fried chicken elsewhere before and it's great. It's double fried so you get extra crunch!
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Hessam R.

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Yummy Korean food and cocktails! Friendly staff and good service Cute interior design

Sherry S.

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I've been looking for a Korean restaurant for years and found this little gem. Lovely service, excellent food with many authentic dishes. The place is hopping, very busy with an eclectic clientele. I highly recommend this place
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Kat P.

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One of our favorite dinner spots! We always try something new on their menu. The service is excellent! The food is delicious! I love their beef kimbap, Korean fried chicken and bibimbap!
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Loren B.

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Friendly and expedient staff serving delicious food! It was our first visit and we had a great time!
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Cody C.

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Absolutely INCREDIBLE place!!! Probably the best dining experience I've had in Eugene so far. Great ambiance, super polite and attentive staff, and it just might be the best Korean food I've ever had in my life. Their Dolsot Bibimbap is completely out of this world--it comes in a super hot bowl that crisps up and caramelizes the rice; you have to scrape the bottom really good with the spoon and mix it up as soon as you get it so it doesn't overcook, which is precisely how it should be done. Bibimbap served this style give it so much extra flavor! Also tried the beef Kimbap and that was extra delicious also, the sauces it comes with are amazing. Five HUGE stars for Tiger Mama. Will definitely be going back there soon to try more things on the menu! Thanks for the fantastic evening.
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Julio A.

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Absolutely delish! Essentially, I ordered about half the menu to try a bit of everything and it was all phenomenal! Authentic and super flavorful Korean food. Super great vibes as soon as you enter and on top of the wonder food, the staff were super great, very attentive, and kind. Will definitely be back soon!
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Kim D.

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Food and atmosphere is so great for any age or any type of food allergies. Sunny and Preston are also great owners

Lisa G.

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First time there, will NOT be my last!!! The hot stone beef dish was succulent! I loved how the rice kind of caramelized on the bottom adding a delectable texture that I have been craving since I left!! Service was spot on. Can't wait to go back. Wine list had several well thought choices as well.
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Arctic Auntie X.

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We actually did not eat here so this review is for the location/hours posted and the fact that the posted hours made no difference as they were closed. The location looked a bit scary so we went elsewhere.
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So Jeong K.

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This is our second visit to Tiger Mama. My partner and I are Korean and we have been searching for an authentic Korean Anju places all over Eugene. We absolutely recommend this place. Yall should try the korean style fried chicken - they have different flavors.