Best Korean Restaurants in Gold Coast & Old Town (60610)
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
KFire Korean BBQ
Fast-casual Korean BBQ plates, wings, and gluten-free options in a convenient Old Town location.
Notable Picks
8.0
KFire Korean BBQ’s Old Town location brings build-your-own Korean BBQ plates, wings, and gluten-free options to a fast-casual strip along Clybourn. Locals use it for satisfying kalbi bowls, spicy chicken, and catered platters that travel well for office lunches and group dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
KFIRE Spicy Chicken Plate, Kalbi Bowl with Kimchi, Bokki Fries
What makes it special: Fast-casual Korean BBQ plates, wings, and gluten-free options in a convenient Old Town location.
Worthy Picks
7.5
Moonbowls in River North is a Korean-inspired bowl shop focused on gluten-free, vegetable-forward rice bowls and salads built for delivery and quick takeout. Guests lean on it for Avocado Bulgogi, Sweet Chicken Kimchi, and customizable bowls that land in the healthy-but-still-comforting zone.
Must-Try Dishes:
Avocado Bulgogi Bowl, Sweet Chicken Kimchi Bowl, Korean BBQ Cauliflower Wings
What makes it special: Gluten-free Korean-inspired bowls with lots of plant-based and customizable options.