Soban Korean Cuisine

255 N McDowell Blvd, Petaluma, CA 94954, USA

Address:	255 N McDowell Blvd, Petaluma, CA 94954, USA
Phone:	+1 707-769-3112
Site:	sobanpetaluma.com
Rating:	4.5
Working:	Closed 11AM–2PM 11AM–2PM 11AM–2PM 11AM–2PM 11AM–2PM 11AM–2PM

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Jordan & Melynda Freund

My wife and I have been to Soban in Petaluma about 7 times since it opened up a little over a month ago, and every time its been fantastic! Originally we are from Southern CA — and having sought out some of the best Korean restaurants between San Diego and LA, and having lived in/traveled South Korea for several months, I have some pretty high expectations for good Korean food, and Soban is among the best Korean restaurants Ive tried. Having said that, in regards to traditional Korean food in the Bay Area, its second to none. Additionally, its pretty cool that Soban is family-owned and operated — run by a husband and wife team who are some of the kindest and sincere people weve ever met. Also, as a self-defined beer connoisseur, they have a surprisingly awesome selection of craft beer; even some from San Diego, which I loved. Anyway, I highly recommend trying Soban Korean Cuisine, whether youre craving Korean food or you just need a really good beer.

Peter Michael White

So many good things about Sobans food and service that I I hate to comment on the very minor critique of the food that we encountered in our dining experience. Although the food was very good, both my dining partner and I found the marinate just a touch to sweet to our liking. The sweetness tended to hide rather than enhance the wonderfully prepared meat in our dishes. The only other critique is about the kimchee which we found to be OK but could probably do with a bit more fermenting and seasoning. The overall dining experience was very positive and these small criticisms are perhaps due to our personal preferences rather than a reflection of our positive dining experience. Let me add, that the service was top-notch and we will return to dine again and to drink the wonderful varieties of on-tap beer that you can get with your well prepared meal.

Sharolyn Townsend

This is my favorite Korean restaurant in the area (I travel from Santa Rosa to Petaluma for their food!)Everything is so tasty...and they do not use MSG. A perfect place to come when Im craving Korean cuisine. The owners are hard working, conscientious people who value the quality of the food they provide to their customers and refuse to compromise. Everything that comes out of the kitchen has been personally prepared or monitored by Jung for quality. She wants everyone who comes to the restaurant to experience what a home cooked Korean meal is like.They use organics when possible and only use high quality meat. Also, their Kimchi is made in-house! A gem of a place, a total hidden treasure. Also a beautiful and clean restaurant with great beer on tap!

Lauren Carroll

Surprised to find genuine Korean food in Petaluma, but this hit the spot! Our waiter was the owner, and his wife does the cooking. I had japchae and tteokbokki (spicy, chewy rice cake), and both were fabulous! Hope this place can stick around. A welcome change from Thai, Vietnamese, and sushi. Also, while the decor is simple, it felt much nicer inside than a typical grocery parking lot restaurant.

Angelo Sacerdote

Soban is so great! We used to have to drive to Santa Rosa for Korean food. It is so nice to have such a good restaurant so close to home. Kind of tucked away in a shopping center, so you are not likely to just stumble upon it. They use fresh ingredients and make their own pickles. The owners are very nice and hardworking people. We go there every week or two. Best Korean food in the north bay!

Don V

Bland at best. Service is very slow. I think they forgot about us because the three other customers they seated after us got their food first. If I didnt ask where our food was, they would have totally forgotten about us. Bibimbap was disappointing. Kimchi appetizers were lacking in flavor and spice. So yeah. Never again!

Matthew Selby

UPDATE 07/2017 Coming to Soban is always good experience. Every time I come here I am always impressed by the personalized service and the fantastic Korean cuisine! I look forward to my next visit so that I may try something new from their menu. I love going to Soban! Great Korean Cuisine run by great people.

Matt Rhode

Great food, wonderful service, and simple but clean and organized interior design. They have menu items that you wont typically find in other Korean restaurants, such as a great microbrewery selection on tap, chive pancakes, Kim chi fried rice, vegetarian options.

whelkpeopleofdoom

Very attentive and kind staff, delicious, attractive menu and a stylish, clean environment. Randomly, they also have awesome beer options (Deschutes, Stone and Mad River were among the selection when I visited), which I was not expecting! Cant wait to come back

Toru Mori

Very good Modern Korean home made dishes while keeping an authentic tastes. They are using natural chicken and not adding MSG (some third party products might contain it though). I think they are the best in North Bay and very competitive even all of Bay Area.

Mika Mogilnicki

Great Bibimbap in the hot stone bowl, yummiest in the Bay Area! Great service, I wish I could order one of everything but I cant get over their bibimbap. I would love a little more variety for the side dishes offered free with any meal!

luan le

Clean and simple decor. Husband runs the front of house and wife runs the kitchen and thats it. So there will be delays on when your food comes out. Reasonably priced for the portions the freshness and quality of the food is on point.

joseph brandley

What a great find! Quick, courteous service, delicious food. Tried the mung bean Korean pancakes, spicy pork bulgogi, and seafood bibimbop. Sorry if I butchered the spelling, but the flavors were on point. Super clean restaurant too.

Li Li

Delicious food with noticeably fresh ingredients; friendly, polite, and accommodating service. Dishes are well executed time after time. Consistency is key. Allow waiting time if arrive during busy hours.

Kenny Ahn

I wan on the way to Santa Rosa and stopped by this small Korean restaurant. and what a surprise....I am a Korean and know what the Korean foods taste like and they served me good Korean foods. Satisfied.

Blyn Prokopowich

This place is amazing definitely recommended, I never have a korean food before but this make me a lover. Definitely a to place for now from now on. If you dont believe me please try it yourself. :) enjoy

Christina Charles

The bibimbap with beef is delicious! Really nice waiting staff.

Rafael Ayala

Great food, great ambiance, great service. Highly recommended.

James M

Over priced Korean food. Decent but not for the price.

B Koo

One of the few good Korean restaurants in the North Bay!

Ole Haarstad

Great food, the owner is incredibly kind.

Adam EdenTree

Theres no need for words, its the best :)