Minhwa Spirits

  4.7 – 123 reviews   • Korean restaurant

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By day, the Jumak is a cozy haven for coffee lovers, operated by the Postern Coffee team. Come and savor their expertly brewed coffees, crafted from the finest beans, in an atmosphere perfect for working, relaxing, or catching up with friends. As night falls, the Jumak transforms into a vibrant tasting room with a full menu. Indulge in our selection of Minhwa Spirits brewed makgeolli and signature cocktails paired with curated dishes from Saltysmile. Their menu boasts traditional southeast asian flavors and modern culinary techniques, creating an unforgettable dining experience. Located in Doraville, Georgia, our Jumak is more than just a place to eat and drink; it’s a community hub where cultures meet.

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Hours

Sunday10 AM–4 PM
MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday11 AM–3 PM, 5–10 PM
Thursday11 AM–3 PM, 5–10 PM
Friday11 AM–3 PM, 5–11 PM
Saturday10 AM–4 PM, 5–11 PM

Address and Contact Information

Address: 2421 Van Fleet Cir Suite 124, Doraville, GA 30360

Phone: (470) 391-2840

Website: https://www.minhwaspirits.com/

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Reviews

Raven Jade
I absolutely love Minwha. I’ve had the pleasure of enjoying some of their signature cocktails as well as some of their small bites. Everything is always solid. I absolutely love that they help support the community with pop-ups as well. It gives customers an opportunity to try food from all different local talents. Sugar + Air has some amazing donuts and my favorite pop-up so far has been the one with Karly’s Kitchen and Soup Belly. Karly made the most amazing pho I’ve ever had. I really enjoyed a lot of the small bites as well. Hoping to see Karly’s Kitchen on the rotating menu way more often!
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Jennifer Castle
Minhwa is hands down one of my favorite spots to go for dinner or drinks. Need a delicious, satisfying meal? Go to Minhwa. Want a quality, craft cocktail with award-winning spirits that are made on-site? Go to Minhwa. Need a spot to take a date, celebrate a milestone, or shake off a bad day at work? Have a spare evening at all? Go to Minhwa.

The entire menu is crafted with care and attention, rotating to highlight seasonal produce. Currently they have a roasted chicken thigh with chili garlic Brussels over kabocha squash puree, and it’s absolutely divine.

The hospitality, too, is stellar— Cam and Wami helped us on my most recent visit and provided such exceptional service. ITP folk, I promise you it’s worth the drive. Cannot recommend this spot highly enough!
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Chuck Paul
I had lunch today Minhwa Sprits in Doraville. The location os near Peachtree industrial and just above I- 285.
This is located in a new strip center which includes the Doraville library and City Hall
The restaurant is not large, but attractive, clean and organized
I wanted to order the kimchi fried rice, but it’s only available for dinner so I ordered the kimchi cheese sandwich which came with a small side of spicy tomato soup. Both were quite good.
My guest ordered an avocado toast entrée, and added bacon. She said it was good, but not great
The the only napkins that I could find were very small beverage napkins. If you were ordering a $15 entrée, I would think that a regular sized napkin would be more appropriate.
Restroom was clean and organized
The back end of the restaurant was filled with folks online
No beer or wine at lunchtime, but it is offered at dinner
Would I go back: I like the place and would try it again at dinner time
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Swan Ster
Minhwa Spirits is a hidden gem blending innovative Korean-inspired cuisine with carefully crafted spirits. What sets their drinks apart is the yeast they import directly from Korea. This detail might seem small, but it is essential because authentic Korean yeast creates a distinct depth and balance in soju and other spirits that cannot be replicated with standard, locally sourced yeast. It gives their cocktails and house-made spirits a smoother finish and unique character that truly honors Korean traditions.

We sampled several dishes and were impressed across the board. The Cheesy Kimchi Fried Rice was an absolute standout, rich, comforting, and packed with umami. The spicy mayo and gochujang elevated the dish, while the mozzarella added just the right amount of creamy balance. We added bulgogi to ours, which brought a savory, slightly sweet element that tied everything together beautifully.

The Bibimbap was fresh and vibrant, with crisp vegetables, tangy pickles, and a satisfying gochujang kick. It is a perfect option for anyone who loves customizable, flavor-packed bowls.

For appetizers, the Beef Mandu (housemade) hit the mark with tender, flavorful filling and perfectly crisp edges. We also could not resist their take on the McRib, which was a fun, elevated twist on a nostalgic favorite, smoky, tangy, and indulgent.

Minhwa Spirits is not just a place to grab a bite; it is an experience. From the thoughtful sourcing of ingredients like their Korean yeast to the bold, creative menu items, every detail reflects care and craftsmanship. Whether you are there for a cocktail or a full meal, you will leave already planning your next visit.
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Christina Lee
I absolutely love this spot! The service is consistently warm and attentive; it’s the kind of hospitality that keeps you coming back.

The space itself is gorgeous: modern-Asian decor with bold, rad art adorning the walls. It’s stylish without trying too hard, and the atmosphere adds so much to the dining experience.

The food is always fantastic and I love that the menu always has something new and creative to try. Some of the dishes I have had include the Korean fried chicken (KFC) sandwich, the Wagyu burger, a beautiful crispy chicken thigh over kabocha purée with fried garlic chili brussels, and “The Bird’s Nest” (shiso miso pesto, soba noodles, roasted mushrooms and leeks, topped with a perfectly gooey egg— YUMMMM). They always have a fun and unique salad option, this time I had a taste of the harvest salad, it was fresh and hit all the flavor notes. TBH, every single dish has been memorable.

Their cocktails are just as impressive they are light, fun, and beautifully balanced. They make their own soju and makgeolli, which is such a unique touch and really elevates the whole experience. I read that they recently won a prestigious award for their soju!!

This place delivers on every level: food, service, atmosphere, and creativity. Definitely a spot foodies will love and anyone looking to get their taste buds tickled. Easily one of my favorite spots in town. Highly recommend! Go support local/homegrown business!
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Winona Noni Eichelberger
I am so glad my friends in atlanta are foodies and brought me here. I tried the flight it was amazing..if you like sakes or Grappa I think you will love this! We started with the k f c wings.I didn’t get a picture because we noshed on them So fast! The mussels were outstanding and the broth was so flavorful! The true star of the meal was the Cheesy Kimchi fried rice with Bulgogi. I am a self proclaimed whimp with spicy food. This had a slight kick but it was so tasty it was worth the heat!
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Dom B
8/10!

Food:
The menu was small and pointed which I quite liked! Both my food and my man’s food was flavorful! I got the birds’s nest and he got the KFC sandwich. His sandwich a fries were so so so well seasoned and so good! My birds pasta was good too (it just came out like slightly cold. I would’ve wanted it to be hot.). Both flavorful and we were so hungry so we ate with zero complaints!

Drinks:
I got the yuza lemonade mocktail, he got the Georgia Beaches. They were both so good!!! I will definitely be back another day to order more drinks!!!

Service:
Our server was very attentive. He answered every question we had and the questions he didn’t know about he went to the back to ask the cook! Our food came out like 15 mins or so after we ordered and his sandwich was clearly still steamy as if it was jussst cooked fresh!

Ambiance:
The resturant itself is quaint, not many indoor seats! The design is very simple yet cool and modern!

Maybe they had a rough start (based on past reviews) but I had a good experience today!
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Patrick Tansor
Exceptional cocktails, spirits and beer all made on-site. Food was Fantastic too!! Would highly recommend for dates, families or even dining alone. Booths, tables, outdoor patio and bar service available. Super friendly and helpful staff!! Will definitely return!! Recommendations: Top 5 burger, delicious cold noodle dish, amazing chicken and can’t wait to go back and try more!
The house rice lager had a great nose, was crisp and had a very clean finish. The strawberry makgeolli…just order it. Delicious!
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Brian Hah
Had the pleasure of dining at Minhwa Spirits for a fundraiser for Sarah Park who is running for Duluth City Council. Didn’t realize I’d be coming to such a delicious and excellent establishment in the midst of great company. The food served here is Korean but also there were some pasta dishes and noodle dishes which were delicious and seemed like Asian fusion. The drinks served here are excellent as well as they serve cocktails that are soju based by a local supplier.
Friendly customer service and excellent vibes at Minhwa Spirits. Parking is plentiful.
So glad to have discovered this Gem of Georgia.
5 stars!
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Candy Hom
I started going to Minhwa since its inception, where they’ve hosted their first residency last year (Ganji), when they hosted pop-ups (Dhaba, Salty Smiles) even done a pop-up there myself, and have gotten coffee and tea at their coffee residency Postern. I’d say I’ve gone multiple times each month, and most recently, twice in the past few weeks when they brought in a new chef, Lino of former pop-up TKO.

I can confidently say I can review Minhwa with different perspectives, over the course of time, how they treat employees, customers, and my most recent experiences dining in.

Full disclosure – I’ve never been sponsored nor hosted here, just sharing my personal experiences.

The slew of one star reviews within one day by reviewers who haven’t written other reviews, versus rave reviews over the course of Minhwa’s existence, should make anyone skeptical of their intentions when they all felt so inclined to passionately share their “worst experience ever” (in more or less words).

Minhwa is a shared space that brings in pop ups, hosts community events, and has a killer beverage program serving award winning soju, makgeolli and cocktails.

Excluding my own pop up they hosted back in May (that would be pretty biased of me reviewing my own food but I will attest to my own treatment by the owners and staff below), my experiences with food from all the previous vendors and residencies have been enjoyable.

The service was always timely, and I never remembered waiting that long for food or drinks. Obviously, with some pop-ups catering to a line out the door into the parking lot, the wait is longer, as is the nature of pop ups. But for residencies there on a consistent basis, I’d say a 10-15 minute wait at worst, which is comparable, if not faster than other sit-down restaurants. The host always seated us promptly, and servers kind and efficient.

Maybe in a couple instances, they were being trained on a new menu from a new residency, and having experience on the other side of it, was understandable and not a deal breaker for me to even dock a star.

Which leads me to why I considered doing my own pop up there, after witnessing fellow vendors experience good outcomes being hosted there. I can attest to my own experiences working there – the owners Ming and James were always professional and kind, as were their entire staff helping bus tables, serve food, take orders, and wash dishes. We were in the weeds for a good 3-4 hours straight, and had it not been for all of them maintaining composure, helping us promptly get food out, we wouldn’t have been as successful as we were. Minhwa was a well oiled machine. I’ve worked in toxic kitchens before, where staff scream at each other, and owners belittle staff so it was a pleasant contrast here, and one of my best pop-ups.

Now to the current food from chef Lino. I’ve been there to eat dinner last month, and brunch on Sunday a couple weeks ago. Multiple dishes were shared among a group, everything came out timely. For dinner, we ordered more than half the menu. My favorites were the KFC wings, volcano shrimp poboy, and cheesy fried rice. KFC wings can be a bit on the sweeter side in ATL, and I appreciate Lino’s version being on the less sweet side. If eating with a large group, share a kettle of makgeolli (rice wine, and the strawberry flavor if they offer it). For brunch, I got the chicken and waffles. Being a full house, and sitting outside, the food still got out within 15 minutes or so. Contrary to a one star reviewer saying they’d rather eat at an IHOP, I would not prefer an IHOP over my experience. Or an IHOP ever. Brunch was solid, no notes.

As for my being a regular or knowing the owners/some staff, I can say I’ve been treated kindly and had great food and service dining in, even when I don’t see the owners or staff I recognize, which is around half the time.

I hope the weight of my words and experiences trump the skepticism the bad ones potentially cause, and help others share their honest opinions as well.
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