Address: | 6101 Hadley Rd, South Plainfield, NJ 07080, USA |
Phone: | +1 908-755-0777 |
Rating: | 4.1 |
Working: | 11AM–10PM 11AM–10PM 11AM–10PM 11AM–10PM 11AM–10PM 11AM–10PM 11AM–10PM |
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Joseph Kennedy
I remember laughing to myself about how this place could never be worth a visit, based on the outside of it. When I read that it was good, I assumed it was somewhere new that I had never seen before and wondered how it hid from me. When I realized the place with the good reviews was the same as the crappy looking place, I was disappointed, but went inside anyway. I was totally wrong to judge this place by what it looked like outside. The staff seated us right away. We were helped right away. Our waitress was a genuinely nice Korean woman who was in cinstant motion between tables and kitchen, but she managed to cast a glance at us to check if we needed help, repeatedly. We ordered something complex in half Korean and half english and she worked with us to understand what we want and made sure there were no mistakes. My Daeji Bulgogi was hot and delicious, and my wifes mild Bulgogi was sauceless as we requested, but tasted excellent. The banchan dishes all tasted good (the kimchi was a personal favorite) to the point that my wife got excited over one of them and made me ask our waitress if we could have more. They had special booths that require your shoes to come off before entering, for parties that request them. I thought that was pretty neat. My wife was astonished by how their "built-in-table-grills" were powered by buckets of hot wood coals that were replenished by waiters, and the wood smoke was sucked into range hoods over each table. If you hate a smokey atmosphere, that might be the only drawback here. Lastly, Ill comment on the fact that they had Japanese food here. We didnt try any, but it needs to be noted that some of the best non-sushi Japanese food in New Jersey often comes from places run by Koreans, and this place had a decent menu that included soups and teriyakis. Ill post another review if I try their Japanese stuff at a later date and it changes my mind. It was a special night out with the Mrs., and neither of us was 100% sure we wanted to eat Korean food, but the great time we had eating here made me want to start eating it several times a month. Ive only been there once so take this review with a grain of salt, but this is as good as anything Ive had in Phoenix, AZ, or Ft. Lee, NJ
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David Hall
Ok I am hooked of Korean food I love to cook all kinds of food but for the most part I go out to Kimchi Hana in South Plainfield NJ Kimch Hana has been in town for at least 16 years and in my opion by far the best Korean BBQ around. I think it’s because of the real lump charcoal that they use (most places have electric of gas BBQ tables) No one ever brags about that real propane flavor :) Kimchi Hana has a Sushi Bar that I also visit at least twice/3-times a week this is a busy restaurant so I know that I will always be getting nothing but the freshest fish. Huge platters of sashimi fly out to the party rooms and BBQ tables all night long Kimchi Hana does not sell alcohol but offers BYOB service (so you will save $$$$) a liquor store is just steps away I have made friends with the staff over the past year or so. We have gone out as a group to other BBQ spots and ever to a place in Palisade Park for LIVE Octopus Anyone in the area who wants to give Kimchi Hana a try Tell Mr. Hong ( The Sushi Chef) that David told you about Kimch Hana on the internet
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A Private User
Service was TERRIBLE. We had a party of around 10 people and made reservations in advance. We even asked if we would have enough time to eat and not be rushed to leave, and was assured that we would. When we got there, they seated us and then within 10 minutes made us squeeze one table smaller so they can fit another party next to us (this was all done without apology and with much hand waving and rushing us to the point where the waitress was putting her hands on one guest as it to push her to the side). On top of that, she couldnt speak English and one of our guests had to be a translator. After that, she had the gall to come back within one hour and said we had to leave in 30 mins because they have another reservation coming in, and began clearing our dishes and leaving the checks on the table while half of us were STILL EATING. Poor, poor service, inept staff, complete insensitivity. The food was good but a Gop Dol Bibimbop for 12 bucks is not exactly good value. Time to find another Korean restaurant with better staff.
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Susanna M.
First of all, this restaurant is listed here as Japanese. It is KOREAN. I have been going here regularly for 25 years, and the food has been top notch 97% of the time. It seems to go through different management from time to time, and the service will differ. They used to have a separate chef for the side dishes and they are AMAZING. But I think that person has retired. The sides are still good, but not "to die for" like they used to be. The sushi bar is diverse, and it seems to be a cut above all the other places. Its definitely not B-quality like the fish you find in those "All You Can Eat" sushi places. Going here tonight, as a matter of fact, and my mouth is watering already! Try the Seafood Pancake, the Gop Dol Bap, the Hwe Dub Bap, the Soon Doo Boo, the Jam Pong, the Jeyook Bokum, and everything else. But dont order Japanese fare and rate it based on that. This is a Korean restaurant. Eat the wonderful Korean cuisine! And bring a bottle of sake with you!
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Mike Knight
Food was ok...but the employees are thieves. I went there with my friend...enjoyed our meal. I went out to get something from my car and my friend went to the bathroom. We left our wallets and cell phone on the table...so what happens...an employee thought we left...took our cash and left the wallets and phones at the front. They thought we left with all our stuff at the restaurant. The worst part is the owner doesnt even apologize for this...she gets mad at us and starts to yell at us. VERY POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. I DO NOT RECOMMEND GOING THERE...AND IF YOU HAVE CASH...DONT BRING IT IN...THE EMPLOYEES AND THE OWNER CANNOT BE TRUSTED. MY FIRST TIME THERE..IS THE WORST EXPERIENCE IN MY LIFE. WHO DOES THAT...WHO WOULD THINK THAT WE WOULD LEAVE THE RESTAURANT WITH ALL OUR STUFF AND WE DIDNT PAY YET. WE ONLY FOUND OUT THAT OUR CASH WAS GONE WHEN WE WERE READY TO PAY
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Martin Hyizna
Finally made my way back to Kimchihana after almost 20 years. I was pleasantly surprised they were still in business. We arrived on Saturday evening just before 6. The place was surprisingly empty and at first that worried me. Very quickly afterwards the restaurant filled up. We ordered shrimp tempura and sushi appetizers. The sushi was quite good. I knew it would be. Then we ordered the Gop Dol Bi bim bap, which is a rice dish with meat, vegetables and a fried egg on top served in a hot stone bowl. it was just as I remembered it, and quite tasty. Prices have certainly gone up since last eating here, and it wasnt cheap but Im giving 5 stars because the food was great and the service was outstanding.