Any insider tips for Jang?

Book counter seats to watch final charcoal finishes up close.

What should I order at Jang?

Tasting menu; galbi course; seasonal seafood plate

When should I visit Jang?

9–10:30pm for a quieter late service

Who should go to Jang?

Design-minded diners and date-night planners

Any insider tips for SUNGHO?

Ask for extra broth with the kalguksu—it’s the move.

What should I order at SUNGHO?

Kalguksu; pork cutlet; jokbal fried rice

When should I visit SUNGHO?

After 8pm for relaxed pacing and easy seating

Who should go to SUNGHO?

Night owls craving soulful Korean classics

Best Late Night Korean Restaurants in Tenderloin (94102)

2 hand-picked restaurants, AI-analyzed and critic-validated

Notable Picks

#1 Jang

8.6

$$$$ Hayes Valley

Vibes: Late Night Legends Date Night Magic Trendy Table Hotspots Group Dining Gatherings

Hayes Valley’s modern Korean tasting menu with charcoal-finish BBQ elements and seasonal plates running late into the evening. A polished room and precise plating make it a solid late-night date option within walking distance of Patricia’s Green.

Must-Try Dishes: Charcoal-finished Galbi Course, Kimchi Trio with Seasonal Banchan, Chef’s Seasonal Seafood Course

What makes it special: Late-running tasting menu blending contemporary technique with Korean flavors.

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#2 SUNGHO

8.4

$$ Tenderloin / Civic Center

Vibes: Late Night Legends Comfort Food Classics Solo Dining Sanctuaries

Cozy Tenderloin Korean dining bar focusing on soulful, home-style dishes rarely seen elsewhere—think kalguksu in rich galbitang broth and comforting pork cutlet. Service is warm and efficient, and prices stay reasonable for central SF.

Must-Try Dishes: Kalguksu (hand-cut noodles in galbitang), Breaded Pork Cutlet, Spicy Jokbal Fried Rice

What makes it special: Home-style Korean dishes executed with unusual care and depth.

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