Looking to satisfy your appetite for Korean fusion fare? Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable restaurants serving modern Korean food around Atlanta, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to fill the bill.
1. Hankook Taqueria
Topping the list is Hankook Taqueria. Located at 1341 Collier Road NW in Underwood Hills, the Mexican and Korean spot is the highest-rated affordable Korean fusion restaurant in Atlanta, boasting four stars out of 849 reviews on Yelp.
This place is headed by owner and chef Tomas Lee, who takes inspiration from his own Korean heritage. Look for street snacks like classic bibimbap and spicy hot dogs, or fusion fare like Korean barbecue tacos and burritos served with kimchi fried rice.
2. Kwan's Deli and Korean Kitchen
Downtown's Kwan's Deli and Korean Kitchen, located at 267 Marietta St. NW, Suite 100, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the budget-friendly deli four stars out of 266 reviews.
This spot has been operating in its current form since 2003 and was formerly known as the Park Ave. Deli, according to Zagat. Look for classic bibimbap; bulgogi cheesesteaks with marinated ribeye, grilled onions and cheese; galbi short ribs in barbecue sauce; and a variety of traditional deli sandwiches.
3. Suzy Siu's Baos
Suzy Siu's Baos, a Korean and Chinese spot that offers ramen and more in Inman Park, is another budget-friendly go-to, with four stars out of 93 Yelp reviews. Head over to 99 Krog St. NE, Suite J to see for yourself.
Look for the pork belly bao with pickled red onions, pecan sugar and cilantro; the Korean barbecue beef bao with bulgogi, brisket, spicy chili sauce and onions; or the fried green tomato bao with carrots and shish remoulade. Other offerings include sides such as pineapple kimchi, tofu fries and Korean street corn.
4. Sokome
Elsewhere in downtown Atlanta, check out Sokome, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 28 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the Korean and Mexican spot, which offers barbecue and more, by heading over to 55 Marietta St. NW, Suite 140.
Helmed by Danny Yi, the idea for Sokome "came from many years of experimenting with flavor combinations inspired by Southern smoked barbecue with Korean and Mexican influences," according to the restaurant's website.
The eatery uses local ingredients whenever possible. Notable menu options include the Korean barbecue Philly cheesesteak with brisket, sauteed peppers and onion, kimchi pimento and chipotle aioli; and the Korean brisket with daikon, carrots, lettuce and cucumber salad. See the full menu here.
