Great little spot! Our standouts were the crunch tofu and the grilled mackerel (I'm still thinking about the mackerel!). It's kind of a tight space, but the people who work there are all very nice and accommodating. Our server gave us a little basket for our coats since the coat hooks were all full, and they offered us a larger table when one opened up during our meal. Will definitely be back!

(4.5/5) Second time back at KAL and I am not disappointed!! The interior was as cozy as last time I came and the banchan was just as delicious too (perfect amounts of salty, sour, and spicy). This time I got the Samgyetang which is a chicken broth served with a whole small bird stuffed with jujube dates, ginseng, rice, and other hearty ingredients served in a hot stone bowl. My only qualm was that the chicken tasted a little bit dry. It was the perfect meal for a winter day and I also had leftovers to take home. The service was great too -- they let me go out to an ATM to get cash and then return! Highly recommend KAL if you're in Astoria.

Ate here today for lunch and dinner by myself on a frigid and icy Tuesday afternoon after work as a substitute paraprofessional at P.S. 234 Q. I had brought both the kimchi seafood pancake and grilled short ribs dish that it had tasted really good and delicious. The service there was also attentive and pleasant. Finally, I would definitely eat and come back again next time.

I never stopped in here before, but what a cozy spot! I came with my parents on a chilly Sunday afternoon. Got the bulgogi and the kalbi jjim. Portions are not huge, but the kalbi meat was big tender chunks, and flavors are rich. Bulgogi is flavorful and good. They gave us regular hot water in cute big mugs. Service is fast and friendly. I didn't get his name, but the young man server is very kind and fast service. It's a tiny space, but once inside it feels warm and welcoming. There's pictures all along the walls of little polaroids stringed together. The food is great. A little pricey but reasonable for the area. Not a lot of tables, but it was pretty empty the day we went so had the restaurant to ourselves. Cute and cozy vibes. If looking for Korean food in the area, I would gladly return.

I think the food quality is high for Korean Food, especially in Astoria where Asian food is not the dominant. Their Korean Short rib was a thick cut, which was extremely tender and juicy. The seafood pancake was thin and crispy, with good amount of seafood in there. However, the usual Korean appetizer (kimchi, etc) only comes with the combo or add-on, which I find a bit odd for a Korean restaurant (usually always free to start). But they are good quality as I got to try them from the combo. Space is a bit tighter, but offers an authentic Korea atmosphere. It was an enjoyable experience.

Mmmm it's such a cute spot - pretty small and casual but lots of people were ordering online. I'd say more of a 3.5 We ordered the bulgogi soup and the kimchi soup and the pancakes. I probably wouldn't order the bulgogi soup because I wasn't expecting it to be that sweet (shoulda stuck to soondubu) and I would've liked the soup more boiling hot. I enjoyed the scallion pancakes and the banchan and the services as good. Overall, it hit the spot but not sure when I'll be back next.

The chicken soup is very good and healthy ( got a wait time around 20mins ) Watermelon is very fresh Peach ginger tea is alright Fried Croquettes is okay. Place is small. Definitely coming back for the soup. Service is great .