This cozy family-run gem serves up delicious, homestyle Korean dishes in a snug space, making it a must-try for authentic flavors in South Florida.
"This Korean restaurant is one of Hollywood’s best-kept secrets. However, don’t expect the trappings of some of South Florida’s better-known Korean restaurants. This is a no-frills, homey dive perfect for enjoying a comforting bowl of stew or its famous noodles in black bean sauce." - Laine Doss
"Of all the excellent Korean options in Broward, U Know Korean Bistro requires the shortest commute for a Miamian. This casual restaurant is in a Hollywood strip mall, and it’s worth traveling for, especially if you’ve been craving a massive Korean meal. Portions are big and the menu covers a lot of ground: from one of the best seafood pancakes we’ve ever had to noodle dishes, soups, bibimbap, grilled meat, and more. But the jokbal is worth prioritizing. And unlike many Korean spots in South Florida, they offer a spicy version that’s fried and looks like it was dipped in a volcano. It comes with plastic gloves so you can really rip that meat off the bone with no fear of getting spicy sauce under your fingernails." - Ryan Pfeffer
"Of all the excellent Korean options in Broward County, U Know Korean Bistro requires the shortest commute for a Miamian. This casual restaurant is in a Hollywood strip mall, and it’s worth traveling for, especially if you’ve been craving a massive Korean meal. Portions are big and the menu covers a lot of ground: from one of the best seafood pancakes we’ve ever had to noodle dishes, soups, bibimbap, grilled meat, and more. But the jokbal is worth prioritizing. And unlike many Korean spots in South Florida, they offer a spicy version that’s fried and looks like it was dipped in a volcano. It comes with plastic gloves so you can really rip that meat off the bone with no fear of getting spicy sauce under your fingernails. " - Ryan Pfeffer
"Of all the excellent Korean options in Broward County, U Know Korean Bistro requires the shortest commute for a Miamian. This casual restaurant is in a Hollywood strip mall, and it’s worth traveling for, especially if you’ve been craving a massive Korean meal. Portions are big and the menu covers a lot of ground: from one of the best seafood pancakes we’ve ever had to noodle dishes, soups, bibimbap, grilled meat, and more. But the jokbal is worth prioritizing. And unlike many Korean spots in South Florida, they offer a spicy version that’s fried and looks like it was dipped in a volcano. It comes with plastic gloves so you can really rip that meat off the bone with no fear of getting spicy sauce under your fingernails. " - Carlos C Olaechea, Ryan Pfeffer
"This Korean restaurant is one of Hollywood’s best-kept secrets. Don’t expect the trappings of some of South Florida’s better-known Korean restaurants, however. This is a no-frills, homey dive perfect for enjoying a comforting bowl of stew or its famous noodles in black bean sauce." - Juliana Accioly, Carlos Olaechea