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Plano's 3 top options for budget-friendly Korean fare

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Published on September 23, 2019
Plano's 3 top options for budget-friendly Korean fareGogiya. | Photo: Tina B./Yelp

Craving Korean cuisine, but don't want to break the bank?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the finest affordable Korean restaurants around Plano, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to meet your needs.

1. Jin Mi Korean Cuisine

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Topping the list is Jin Mi Korean Cuisine. Located at 2727 W. 15th St. in Stratford Estates, the Korean eatery is the highest-rated inexpensive destination for Korean food in Plano, boasting four stars out of 247 reviews on Yelp. 

This well-loved restaurant offers an array of authentic Korean dishes, including Sigeumchi Jagae Kuk (clam and spinach soup), Sullung Tang (clear noodles in slow-cooked beef broth), Dwenjang Jjigae (soybean paste stew with vegetables and tofu) and steamed kimchi casserole, served with pork and vegetables.

2. Gogiya

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Next up is Gogiya, situated at 1301 Custer Road, Suite 360. With 4.5 stars out of 79 reviews on Yelp, the Korean outlet, which is known for barbecue and hot pot, has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an affordable option.

Gogiya specializes in all-you-can-eat Korean-style barbecue and shabu shabu, allowing guests to grill meats and create hot pot soup right at their table.

3. So Kong Dong Tofu

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At last, So Kong Dong Tofu, located at 240 Legacy Drive, Suite 308H, is another prime choice, with Yelpers giving the budget-friendly Korean and Asian fusion bistro 4.5 stars out of 16 reviews.

On the menu, look for items such as Korean barbecued short ribs, bibimbap rice plates, a selection of tofu soups, Korean-style ramen and specials like Boo Dae Jji Gae, a spicy soup with Spam, sausage, kimchi, cheese and tofu.


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