Looking to satisfy your appetite for Korean fare? Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top Korean eateries around Minneapolis, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to venture next time you're on the hunt.
1. K-Bop Korean Bistro
Topping the list is K-Bop Korean Bistro. Located at 425 13th Ave. SE in Dinkytown, it is the highest-rated Korean restaurant in Minneapolis, boasting 4.5 stars out of 142 reviews on Yelp.
At the casual eatery, look for menu options like Korean chicken wings, beef bulgogi and bibimbap complete with choice of protein and veggies on a bed of rice. Appetizers, soups and rice and noodle dishes round out this spot's menu.
Yelper Liz S. wrote, "What a gem in Dinkytown! Super casual, tons of yummy options and quick service. I loved the beef bulgogi. The meat wasn't too fatty and the sauce was a good balance of sweet and savory. I was impressed with all of the sides that came with the meal."
2. Kimchi Tofu House
Next up is Kimchi Tofu House, situated at 307 SE Oak St., near the University of Minnesota. With four stars out of 177 reviews on Yelp, the Korean eatery has proven to be a local favorite.
The menu features bulgogi, stir-fried rice cakes and bibimbap along with soft tofu dishes with seafood, oysters, beef and more. Lunch and dinner combos are also on offer.
3. Sweet Chow
North Loop's Sweet Chow, located at 116 N. First Ave., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the Korean, Vietnamese and Thai spot four stars out of 73 reviews.
According to its website, "Sweet Chow has an Asian street food-inspired menu with a strong emphasis on healthy, seasonal, vegetarian and gluten-free options."
Expect chef-driven interpretations of Vietnamese, Cambodian, Thai and Korean dishes including kimchi, fermented plates, crispy rice cakes and protein-based dishes like smoked brisket with a soft cooked egg. Banh mi sandwiches, pho and rice bowls are also on offer. Here is the menu.
