Modest Korean cafe with simple decor featuring a traditional menu of soups, bibimbop & bulgogi.
William Clark
We drove over from Crockett to College Station yesterday to celebrate my birthday with friends. We have eaten at Mong Chon twice before but I have forgotten to give an review. We got there at around 11:30 for our lunch. The restaurant was empty and we had two young men as waiters and they were FANTASTIC. Made sure we had water, answered any questions we had and were just in general nice young men.
My friend and I ordered iced Korean coffee. It was wonderfully sweet and milky. The coffee had a slighly burnt taste but I love a strong coffee so I really liked it, Karl said it was ok but not his favorite.
For the meal we ordered a couple of the Korean pancakes. Kimchi and a seafood mix. Both were EXCEPTIONAL. I loved the seafood and was easily one of the 2 best Korean pancakes I have ever eaten. My wife preferred the kimchi. Did matter, both were phenomenal.
Fir main dishes we order the beef bulogi, the fried pork belly, and the spicy pork and squid. The meal as included a portion of rice for each of us and the assorted pickles and side dishes of a traditional Korean meal. The water said all the sides were created in house and they tasted like home made. Some extra spicy some extra tart but each one were great. My order of preference in the mains were the beef, the spicy pork and squid, and finally the pork belly. Next time I plan trying the spicy pork belly. That spicy sauce is addictive.
We left full and so happy we had eaten there. Please go. Skip the Korean hot pot. Yeah, it’s OK, but this place is a true hidden gem in College Station.
… moreJordan Coburn
I lived in South Korea for 2 years and can say their food is legitimate Korean! The restaurant even has a Korean feel which I love. Waitstaff is always very friendly and the food is always great and filling! $14 tax included for a bento box with 6 appetizers (one free refill allowed) can’t beat it!
… moreMelinda Horn
I’ve eaten at many Korean Restaurants, this is the best one! The service and the food is fantastic. I had Galbi which had the best flavor that I’ve ever eaten. I will definitely go back and I highly recommend it.
… moreEduardo diaz
The food is excellent, the service was fast and very attentive. I came here during a freeze and they were still open which was amazing. For the price you get a lot of food. And the utensils like the plates are nice. I highly recommend this place. 10/10
… moreMr. O
Phenomenal place to get your Korean food fix. All the plates we tried this time and last were delicious, fresh and prepared with care. Come here and relax, the food is to order so nonoe of this 5 min fast food unhealthy stuff. They do not serve alcohol bur their drinks are amazing such as teas, yogurts, sodas, rice and ginger drinks, aloe drinks.
… moreYi-Cheng Pan
The food is very authentic and delicious. Just we had in Korean. The waitress was very friendly and hospitality. The side dish can refill as requested. Highly recommended if you want some authentic Korean in college station area.
… moreSpanish Toothbrush
This used to be my favorite Korean place. Unfortunately, the menu has changed. I really liked the soups that they offered before, which were filling and packed with ingredients. The options I used to order are now gone, with a lot smaller menu. Maybe they did that to simplify the menu to improve the quality of the food. Well, I ordered a soup this time, and for 14 dollars I got a little bit of broth, with some tiny pieces of brisket, a tiny bit of vermicelli, and a little bit of dried green onion. It was a soup I would expect for free/at a cheap price alongside a main dish, let alone 14 dollars excluding tax and tips. I was shocked at the decline in food quality here. I’m giving this restaurant a 3 star rating because I really loved this place, but with the food the way it is currently I don’t know if I’ll be back.
… moreASHLEY HASTINGS
Loved our visit to Mongchon! The atmosphere was clean and comfortable, and the servers were so friendly and attentive. We ordered the squid bokkeum, and it was on point — perfectly cooked, great spice, and full of flavor. Overall, a really satisfying meal. Definitely a spot we’ll be coming back to!
… moreLei Wang
Authentic Korean cuisine. Kimchi sides are delicious and fresh. We ordered famous seafood pancake/pizza as a starter. I like the stone bowl rice with beef. Interior design is very elegant and traditional. Waitress is friendly and welcoming. Very pleasant visit. Definitely 5-star!!
… moreRuland Louis Sompotan
First time here, and we love Korean Food. Had the Grilled Mackerel and Pork Bibimbap, the taste was Amazing; and also all the Banchan Cucumber, Radish, Kimchi, Fishcake, Potato, Bean sprout was Perfect. Definitely be back.
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