Manna Korean Restaurant
| Address: | 6808 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78752, USA |
| Phone: | +1 512-323-0635 |
| Rating: | 4.3 |
| Working: | 11AM–10PM 11AM–10PM 11AM–10PM 11AM–10PM 11AM–10PM 11AM–10PM 12–10PM |
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Raymond Beecham
Starting off when you walk in you are greeted and asked to sit and given a glass of water. I am not sure they serve any other beverage such as soft drinks as I have not asked and I mainly drink water wherever I go. Browsing the menu there are quite a few good choices as far as meals go. My wife and I have tried the Bugolgi and the Galbi. My honest opinion so far is that the Galbi is better than the Bugolgi, but I dont know what the best choice there would be yet as I have only gone twice. I didnt care much for the little bowl of salad they give you before the meal as it had some kind of sauce that made it bitter and sweet. The side dishes taste fresh and the kimchi is excellent along with the fish cakes. I thought it was a nice touch to make the potatoes sweet potatoes with soy sauce, but I still like original potatoes better. The miso soup served with the meal was good, but I would prefer if it was less salty. Still good though. The main dishes were excellent,but my only advice would be to make the Bugolgi more flavorful. Dont get me wrong it is good, but I think it needs more flavor. My only gripe with this place and the reason I didnt give it 5 stars is because I am very picky about this, but I drink a lot of water when I go out and would like a refill when the drink is empty, and this did not happen the entire time I was there and left the last time I had gone. Otherwise this place is not bad for the price. And again if you are going try the Galbi.
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Natalie Tran
Started going to this place after the other Korean market closed down. Nice to have a meal and then stop by the market next door to pick up some things while Im at it. The prices are good for the amount of food you get and it gets my korean cravings satisfied every time. Have tried a variety of things -- bibimbap, kimchi jjigae, sundubu jjigae, jajangmyun, one of the fish dishes -- and they were all tasty. Dont know about their sushi.. havent really wanted to try those out. Note: they only take credit if its over $10, so have some cash handy... or just order a lot. Also, to-go boxes cost 25 cents.
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Rahul Kalyan
I agree w/ the other reviews in how authentic it is. Im not Korean but it was still possible to get the order properly regardless of the language barrier. This place is a bit more pricey than most Korean BBQ that Im used to, but it was still a cool experience. The waitress was very friendly and helpful, and made us feel like we were sitting at home and she was very motherly towards us, teaching us the authentic method of eating the different foods (lettuce wraps were amazing). Keep in mind the meat is a bit thicker than other places but still good. The beef ribs were DELICIOUS.
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Ela Pritchard
All you can eat places in TX are great and all but this one sticks out the most. Tender meats full of flavor, quality you can taste and side dishes were good too (especially on the pickled and kimchee ones). Be ready to splurge but also be ready to have some of the most tender and flavorful BBQ in TX. The marinated Manna Korean is a winner and so is the rib eye steak. I would recommend a combo option for your first time here.
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Kevin Hong
One of the better Korean restaurants in the Austin area. They have a good selection of food. Their soup and broth dishes are really good. Only thing is they dont give you as many variety of the side dishes. The price is fair for the food you get. Place is small so can get crowded quickly so dont go with a big group over 6 or 7 people. Overall great place to get good Korean dishes.
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Kevin Casey
The best part about Manna is the prices. Cheaper than any similar Korean restaurant Ive seen. Bulgogi, don katsu, and kimchi jiggae are all seriously excellent. Banchans fresh. The waitress is the best. I love that they play korean dramas on tv, and the food is ready in a timely manner. I cant wait to try more of the menu.
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Alfonso Lopez
I had no clue of what to expect considering I had never eaten Korean food, my sincere review is that this is very authentic, spicy, delicious food at fair price plus the I felt as honored when the lady taking care of us explained what we were eating, highly recommend it and will come back for sure!
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Angelina Abraham
LOVE THIS PLACE!!! I go here with all my friends and family...the food is authentic, amazing, and AFFORDABLE. Not to mention to staff is warm and welcoming. The atmosphere is a cashuel setting great for kids, family meals, long chats with old friends or wonderful strangers. Highly recomended.
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Michelle Morris
I really loved this place. I wasnt sure about it at first because of the location in a shopping center, but was pleasantly surprised. Enjoyed some crispy dumplings, pork bulgogi, awesome sticky rice, about 4 different bowls of veggies and wonderful kimchi!
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Kevin Stamey
While I havent tried all the Korean restaurants in Austin I have tried most...manna is by far the best!! I highly recommend it...everything from the main dishes to the kimchis is excellent (only my grandma and mom cook better Korean)
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Andrea Elswick
LOVE IT!!!!!! One of the only places that have real Korean food! Trust me I lived in korea for two years and this place is good. They even have my favorite spicy side Topoki!!! Brings back memories. Great prices and very nice. : )
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Morgan Lai
Excellent Korean by Austin standards. Id actually say their seafood soondubu is very good by any standard. Nice and rich flavor. Reminds me of a lot of those little mom-and-pop restaurants that you see in South Korea.
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Renee Schmidt
this hidden gem!! mom told me about this place and came with her. we ate so much food. they have combos~ drinks are hella cheap. food tastes bombay!! the auntie here is sucha cutie will be back again!!
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David Pak
The cook has a major attitude about customization. I asked for the spicy pork to be extra spicy, and he served it extra bland...couldnt even eat it. Never going to this customer unfriendly place again.
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Rubi Gallegos
Manna used to be one of my favorite korean restaurants in Austin, but after my last visit I was rather disappointed. My sundubu jjigae was lacking in flavor and the banchan was pretty bland too.
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Jesus Picas
Only Korean spoken here, but that makes it authentic. The menu has lots of pictures for the reading impared.The real deal! Be ready for lots of flavor! Best sea food pan cake I have ever eaten!
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D Martinez
Terrible service. Sat there for 5 mins & there was 1 other group sitting besides us & they never came by to get our order. We just got up and left. Should work on there customer service!!
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Robert Sarno
Portions are very small and the food is just ok for korean food. We had the ribs, bugogi and jap Chae. The side dishes were really small and they were really cheap on refills.
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Sung Chae Yu
Dropped in for quick dinner and super happy greetings from the start. Food was great and we really enjoyed the dinner. ☆☆☆☆☆ Denfnlly come back with UT kids. ♡♡♡♡♡
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Maria Silberger
Authentic and delicious Korean food. The friendliest staff around Austin, especially Lee (hope I have written your name
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Ronnie Mo
I lived in Korea for two years and can tell when Korean food is authentic. This place is the real deal. Excellent food. I highly recommend it.
