Looking to satisfy your appetite for Korean fare?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable Korean restaurants around Irving, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to meet your needs.
1. La Burger
Topping the list is LA Burger. Located at 10045 N. MacArthur Blvd., Suite 113, in Valley Ranch, the Korean spot, which offers burgers and tacos, is the highest rated affordable Korean restaurant in Irving, boasting 4.5 stars out of 803 reviews on Yelp.
Burgers are the go-to item on the menu, which features a dozen different varieties. They include the K Town with kimchi, pickled jalapeño, bulgogi glaze, lettuce, tomato and Sriracha mayo, and the Cali Sunshine with smoked bacon, egg, cheddar, lettuce, tomato and onion. Non-burger selections include hot dogs, tacos and cheesesteaks. (To view the whole menu, click here.)
2. Maki Boy
Next up is Northwest's Maki Boy, situated at 3455 N. Belt Line Road. With four stars out of 356 reviews on Yelp, the Japanese and Korean spot has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a cheap option.
If you are looking for traditional sushi rolls, check out Maki Boy's menu that includes rainbow, Alaskan, Philly, volcano and tempura rolls and much more. There is also soup like tofu and miso, plus various entrees.
3. Fast Furious Japanese Grill
Freeport/Hackberry's Fast Furious Japanese Grill, located at 949 W. Royal Lane, Suite 115, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the low-priced Japanese, Korean and Asian fusion spot four stars out of 347 reviews.
It serves hibachi, rice bowls and entrees on the menu. Try the shrimp hibachi, which comes with rice or noodles, and the Beef Bibimbab, a rice bowl with marinated beef, egg and a spicy sauce on the side. You can also opt for the La Galbi with stir fried rice and vegetables with Korean-style beef.
4. Koriyaki Asian Grill
Koriyaki Asian Grill, a Japanese, Korean and Asian fusion spot in Freeport/Hackberry, is another inexpensive go-to, with four stars out of 78 Yelp reviews. Head over to 3601 Regent Blvd., Suite 105, to see for yourself.
It serves spring rolls, crab rangoons and man-doo as appetizers. For the main course, Koriyaki Asian Grill offers Koriyaki plates (with steamed or brown rice and a salad), with a choice of pork, shrimp, tofu and more, as well as hot and cold noodle dishes that include vegetables, eggs, greens and sauce.
