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To Korean Cuisine
Master Critic Review
To Korean Cuisine
8.3
To Korean Cuisine is a newer two-story Lakeview East restaurant focused on homestyle soups, stews, and noodle dishes like seolleongtang, dakdoritang, and jajangmyeon. It fills a long-missing niche for sit-down Korean along Broadway with late hours, happy hour specials, and a dog-friendly patio.
Must-Try Dishes:
Dakdoritang, Jajangmyeon, Doenjang Jjigae
Scores:
Value: 7.4
Service: 8.3
Consistency: 7.2
Food Quality: 8.7
Atmosphere: 6.5
Cultural Relevance: 7.8
What makes it special: Two-story Lakeview East Korean spot centered on stews, noodles, and late-night comfort plates.
Who should go: Dine-in Korean fans wanting homestyle soups and sharable plates.
When to visit: Weekend evenings and late nights for peak energy and snacks.
What to order: Dakdoritang, jajangmyeon, banchan-heavy sets with doenjang jjigae.
Insider tip: Ask about off-menu stews or rotating chef specials if you visit often.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking along Broadway and nearby side streets; metered spots can be tight after 6pm, especially on weekends
Dress code: Casual to smart casual — jeans and sweaters are common, but nicer tops feel appropriate for dinner
Noise level: Moderate — conversation is comfortable at most tables, livelier on busy weekend nights
Weekend wait: 20–40 minutes for small groups without a reservation; faster for patio or bar seating when open
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait, even for groups
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Moderate — a few soups, tofu stews, and noodle dishes can be made vegetarian; confirm broth base
Vegan options: Limited — some banchan and tofu-based items may work with adjustments; ask staff to guide substitutions
Gluten-free options: Partial — rice-based plates and stews can be workable, but soy sauce and wheat noodles appear in several items
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes — it’s cozy and low-pressure with warm service and sharable plates, better for relaxed conversation than flashy ambiance.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Often yes — walk-ins are common, especially earlier evenings and weekdays; expect a short wait during prime weekend hours.
Is it kid-friendly? Generally yes — spacious seating and mild soups work well for older kids; late-night hours skew more adult-focused.
Best For
Better for: Homestyle stews, late-night dining, and sharable comfort dishes in a quieter neighborhood setting than larger Korean BBQ spots
Skip if: You’re looking for table-top BBQ, high-end tasting menus, or a loud party-style atmosphere
Hours
Monday4pm - 10pm
Tuesday4pm - 10pm
Wednesday4pm - 10pm
Thursday4pm - 10pm
Friday4pm - 12am
Saturday11am - 12am
Sunday11am - 10pm