Relaxed, straightforward setting for classic Korean fare & lunch bento boxes with beer & wine.
Abbess Apocalypse
Ngl I think this used to be an old Taco Bell Doesn’t matter, place was packed on a Saturday night. Koreans eating AT a Korean place and y’all know what that means. Relaxed, family friendly place. Fresh and delicious. Better than any Korean food you thought you had in Diddy-wah-diddy. Try the soju it was delicious. Many thanks to @Alpha for his reviews and updates on this restaurant as it encouraged us to go.
… moreHelen Joung
Wow, one of the best authentic Korean food! Wonderful staff, the waiter was able to pour water to two cups from one pitcher at the same time! It is delicious and side dishes too.
… moreAlisha Calvo
Everything was delicious! We were nervous walking in, as the ambiance is, um, different than we are used to, but no worry needed – food and service are excellent. We had the mozzarella corn dogs (without potato) and they were delicious! Fried dumplings were good – my husband loved them. We ordered three main meals – ramen was good, but standouts were beef Bulgogi, which was delicious but sweet, and pork katsu, my absolute fave. I also tried the yogurt soda, so good.
… moreRafal Panasiuk
Great Korean BBQ place in Pinellas county. It has all the favorites, spicy pork, bbq beef, chicken, lunch boxes, soups and so much more. By far the best Korean food in the county! if you have never tried Korean food, this would be a place to come to, if you want to experience it.
… moreChris Jenkins
Every year in the fall, I spend a week in Seoul for a conference. And every year I come back trying to find local options that are comparable to what I eat there. There’s one dish in particular I am always craving: kimchi soup. Soup for breakfast is a daily tradition there, and a hot kimchi soup on a cool morning warms you up and gets you ready for the day.
There are a ton of places around where you can get Korean BBQ, and who doesn’t love pork and beef grilled in the moment? But I have never been able to find a good kimchi soup until now. I’m sure the more premium soup offerings are great, but I just wanted the classic home style comfort food, and Dooriban delivered. The very first bites transported me back to those cool early mornings where late night partiers from the night before blended with workers getting ready for the day around hearty options to fill your belly.
I can’t wait to go back. They have a fermented soybean soup that I’m betting is the same thing that my host warned me might be a bit much for westerners, which I enjoyed immensely, and I’m looking forward to trying it.
Everyone thinks about BBQ and bulgogi when they think about Korean food, but the soup culture there is amazing, and Dooriban honors it with offerings that would be right at home on any of the restaurant packed side streets in Seoul. “Authentic” is a word that gets overused, but it’s completely accurate here. Highly recommend, and can’t wait to go back.
… moreJeremiah Burgos
Was craving Korean food, and this place delivered. The dumpling were very crispy, and throughly cooked. Bulgogi had incredible flavor, and looked very appetizing. The soup was very spicy but it was the spiciest one, which was still enjoyed. Would come back here in a heart beat because of the amazing service as well.
… moreKevin Segura
Fantastic spot, very kind staff, the lunch boxes are delicious! I got the spicy pork and loved it. Fresh, high quality, great flavors
… morePhi Dieu
Server was very nice and attentive. We came in at a very busy time but only waited about 15 minutes for a table. Food came out very timely and the flavor in every dish is delicious.
… moreDouble G
I always recommend people this restaurant because it’s the Best Korean food in Tampa Bay Area. The ones in Tampa don’t stand a chance! Ddeok Boki is the right amount of spice and rice cake is cooked to perfection. Seafood pancake always on point and my jiajiamyun is as tasty as ever.
… moreRicka Raga
Dooriban is our go-to spot in Pinellas Park whenever we’re craving authentic Korean food! The flavors are legit, and everything always tastes fresh and homemade.
Their beef bulgogi is a must-try—perfectly marinated, tender, and packed with flavor. Pair it with their banchan and a hot bowl of rice, and you’ve got a meal that hits the spot every time.
If you’re looking for a cozy place with amazing Korean food, this is it! Highly recommend!
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