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KINYOBI
838 Main St, Hackensack, NJ 07601, United States
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Hs
Review №1

The decor of Kinyobi is simple, cozy but narrow-spaced with limited seats. Outdoor dining is currently not available. The staff was friendly and welcoming.The options on the menu were limited. We had their Galbi Taco and Spicy Pork plate. The food was overall delicious and flavorful with reasonable prices.We loved their fusion cuisine. The taco was appetizing and greatly matched with Korean style steak. The spicy pork was too hot for me but great with rice.

Al
Review №2

This was a great surprise, we were in the area and decided to stop for some Korean. The staff was incredibly nice and the food was amazing. If you appreciate Korean food make this a stop!

C.
Review №3

This is a cozy restaurant with Korean vibe. Small and cozy. Dishes are small, fresh and delicate.Bimbipab was prepared with purple rice, which is rarely seen. More than 6 vegetables, including avocado, in this usually 4 to 5 vegetables dish.Seating is very limited but clean and cozy with a very high ceiling.

Ne
Review №4

This place has very interesting dishes. Overall the food tasted good. Tiny chicken was little extra fried. Short rib tacos were delicious. Ugly Ramen was average. But I am curious to go back to try some of the other items like chicken wings and bibimbap and big plates.The hosts are really friendly. The restaurant is not that big. It’s closed on Sunday and Monday.

Jo
Review №5

Kinyobi is a very approachable Korean restaurant that’s low-key but stylish, and consistently on point.

Ch
Review №6

We had an absolutely amazing experience, staff is very nice and welcoming, its small but cozy, food was on point, fresh, delicious flavors, definitely a hidden gem to whoever likes Korean food with a twist. Highly recommend!

Ro
Review №7

Love it, ate there once and now Im hooked! Staff is very pleasant too

Ti
Review №8

Friendly staff. Incredibly delicious food. Highly recommended grabbing it on the way to the nearby brewery.

Jo
Review №9

We came in on a Saturday evening looking for a quick bite before heading off to a local brewery and I was pleasantly surprised at how charming the interior looked. In the middle of Hackensack, I felt like I was transported to a spot in KTown, NYC. It wasnt a big place, but it felt spacious when we sat down. The menu is pretty simple, so no suffering from choice paralysis. We ordered the Ugly Ramen, Kimchi Fries and K-Town Ramen Extreme. Unfortunately we were too late to order wings since they ran out. If youre looking to get wings, come in earlier than 8:15pm. Our waitress, really nice lady who knew the other customers, took our orders and got us water while we waited.The kimchi fries came out really quickly and were steamy and crispy. Wow, the kimchi with the fries was so delicious. I only wish there was more kimchi in it. The pork was tender and the other toppings were on point.Both ramens came out a few minutes after and at this point I was feeling almost full from the fries, but the ramens both delivered. The Ugly Ramen was pretty good on the top. The spicy mayo sauce was tasty, but unfortunately I didnt mix it all in together (I got excited and ate it without thinking). Dont make the same mistake I did.The K-Town ramen extreme was pretty chill for me. I expected spice town but it was a little more mild, which I actually prefer.Overall, Kinyobi is a nice find on a Saturday night in Hackensack. Recommended!

Ra
Review №10

Menu is small and simple but the food delicious and filling.

Al
Review №11

I went for the first time today with my friend and the food was beyond delicious. Everything from their menu is worth trying! I recommend 100%

Ch
Review №12

This was an awesome experience! I tried a bunch of stuff like the K-Town Ramen, Ugly Ramen, Tacos and the WINGS! This is an awesome spot to have an awesome meal!

Ja
Review №13

Delicious fusion food and korean dishes. Parking was easy and we didnt have to wait long at all for our food. Also the fries were double fried, which is always a pro move.

Ma
Review №14

I really love their food. I always get fantastic service here. The place is well organised and the workers are always very kind. Keep up the good work.

Ch
Review №15

Hands down the best chicken wings in Bergen County. Deliciously crisp, juicy and flavorful to the bone. Large drums or flats that will fill up a group. Excellent service and quick delivery times. Small menu that insures dishes are exquisitely delicious. Easy street parking and conveniently in Hackensack right off Rt. 4. I hope this stays delivering great Korean meals for a long time.

Ro
Review №16

Would visit again to try more of their menu! I didn’t expect to find a Korean-fusion place around here so it was a pleasant surprise.Ended up getting ambitious and ordering two entrees as I wanted to try them: galbi tacos and their ramen. Tacos were tasty, fries crispy Korean-style (like you might get from a BonChon chicken). Ramen has some spiciness heat and is not at all like the flavor profile of Japanese ramen, so be aware, but it was interesting enough to try.

Da
Review №17

Kinyobi offers both traditional Kirean dishes and some unique creations of their own like Korean style tacos and burritos. We ordered ramen and the beef bap, to which I added the traditional bibimbap sauce. see the pictures. The service was friendly and attentive, and the food was very tasty and served quickly and hot.- There is seating for only 20, mostly as little tables for 2 that can be combined, so call ahead to see what the situation is if you plan to eat there.- Takeout is available.- Parking is on the street.

Ju
Review №18

This small little gem located on the far end of Main Street in Hackensack just adds to the revitalization of the area. Great small little plates friendly staff all the food is cooked to order. You can bring your own bottle. Feel free to stop by one of the two local Hackensack breweries and grab some beer. I was very satisfied that they will travel there again and try it

Fr
Review №19

Excellent food and exceptional service. We had the ramen that tasted incredibly delicious. The kimchi fries is awesome. My kids loved the korean beef taco and korean burrito. The chicken was one of the best i had in a long time.I definitely recommend. The sliders were sooooo goooood. Love them

Ca
Review №20

Flavor, flavor, flavor!!! Do your mouth and yourself a favor and stop by this delicious Korean spot. The savory combination of fresh ingredients and creative dishes will have you coming back for more.

An
Review №21

Food was excellent, Ill be back to try the rest of the menu for sure

Am
Review №22

Wow!!! What can I say?? For some time now I have been hoping and wishing for a delicious Korean Restaurant near me, Kinyobi has answered my prayers!The food is AWESOME, you can tell it is made with love, care and thoughtfully prepared, for instance- the finger gloves for the wings keeps your hands clean and the dumplings are so delicate they must be homemade with tons of love.The food is fresh, has variety and most importantly TASTES GREAT!The decor creates a modern charming feel with the perfect atmosphere that makes you feel welcome to sit and stay a while. Not to mention so well decorated- it is the perfect place to take a pic and post on Instagram/Snapchat/Facebook, youll get tons of likes lolllAs far as customer service goes...5 stars! Staff is friendly and conversational. I even noticed two gentleman that were dining kept asking questions about the food and how to properly eat their dishes- to which they were met by knowledgeable, friendly and eager to help staff.I cant wait to go back and I highly recommend it!PS they even gave us a cool promotional item since it was our first time dining there :)

Sz
Review №23

Probably my favorite restaurant of all time. The interior is modern and cozy, staff is very friendly, and makes a fusion of two cuisines work perfectly. Totally recommend the ugly ramen.

Th
Review №24

Very good. Will go back. Wings were excellent

Se
Review №25

We read the reviews and were interested in seeing what the fuss is about.We ordered a fairly big sampling of the menu for a Takeout Order. Upon arrival, I noticed they appear to take COVID seriously only allowing takeout orders and having clear directions. I APPRECIATE THIS, WELL DONE!Spicy pork tacos - WONDERFUL! Really very good. Would order again.Sweet Tare wings - fried wonderfully crispy & tasty! Would order againHot Spicy wings - excellently fried and tasty. Would order againKorean spicy Sliders - really juicy & tasty.Ugly Ramen - My son loved it! Not too spicy.Burrito - Meh..maybe we got a bad one. It wasnt bad, it just didnt compare to the rest of the menu. Id skip it next time.

De
Review №26

Went based off reviews on google and Uber Eats. Really disappointed compared to other ramen spots like Inspiration Roll. Ordered the Ugly Ramen, and soda. Ended up paying two dollars for a can of Diet Coke ( not specified when ordering). The food has no flavor with only 6 small pieces of chicken. Disappointing for a 12 dollar meal. Overall, quality and hype wasn’t there just Ramen drenched in spicy mayo.

Mi
Review №27

I absolutely love Kinyobis!! My favorite is the spicy chicken 🐔 bap! I make sure to pick it up, b4 heading off to work, EVERYDAY! my day just isnt complete without it ..

Ge
Review №28

The ugly ramen and chicken bimbimbap are my go tos! Found this place on yelp and its only been around for a year. After going twice in a week, its safe to say this place is a keeper and I hope it stays around! The bimbimbap wasnt oily or heavy like others Ive had and their ugly ramen is definitely unique.

Ja
Review №29

This place made me forget about the pandemic. Excellent food!

Gr
Review №30

Kinyobi, does that translate to thoughtful?— I really don’t know but that is what this place is. When walking in the atmosphere was charming and hip. Absolutely gorgeous decor with interesting and natural —yet modern elements. The service was fantastic and friendly, they are there to help and answer any questions. There was an older gentleman and he had questions about if he should stir and mix his bibimbap. The kind server actually showed him how to mix it and and combine his food. Originally, I had ordered wings on the phone but when I got there to pick up my food the atmosphere and the daily soup special enticed me and I had to sit down. I ordered the homemade beef bone broth dumpling soup. This soup was so delicate and elaborate, I was absolutely blown away. It even came garnished with an omelette chiffonade — this place is serious about food!! The chicken wings (spicy option) were absolutely delicious. They were sweet at first bite and had a nice heat that built up on the backend. The most interesting part was the finger gloves they offer with their wings, so thoughtful! My table was even offered a complimentary order of kimchi to go with our soup. Normally, I’m not one for kimchi, the cabbage texture doesn’t agree with me. Kinyobi Kimchi must be homemade because it was very good, the balance between heat and acidity was pleasant. It brightened the soup and highlighted all of the flavors. Kinyobi would make a great date night and I highly recommend to anyone who loves Korean Cuisine!

St
Review №31

Shocked at the high ratings for this restaurant. I ordered the galbi and ugly noodles via take out and it was average, at best. The galbi was overcooked and not very tender and the ugly noodles were good but certainly not 4-5 stars. I would not order again.

Re
Review №32

Ugly Raven is delish. Fast & courteous service.

Ni
Review №33

We got takeout from here and it was fantastic! Loved the spicy chicken wings and everyone enjoyed their bibimbap. Food was fresh and tasty! Well definitely be back.

Ca
Review №34

I take my family to this great spot a lot! This is the best place to to have a good dinner. I visit this place frequently. The meals are excellent, the workers are courteous and the payment is reasonable. I like being in this spot for a rich lunch.

La
Review №35

I meet friends in this place a lot! This is my favorite restaurant to have a bite. I go there many times. The food is fantastic, the staff is courteous and the charge is reasonable. I like being in this spot to have a tasty lunch.

Ib
Review №36

Its okay food. Not the best not the worst.

Ro
Review №37

Good Place and good service. Food was good too. Will definitely go back and explore some more items.

Mi
Review №38

The food is always fresh and flavorful, workers gives good service. I love how clean it is and atmosphere. I highly recommend this place.

el
Review №39

My new go to Lunch restaurant. Fantastic service. Soups are amazing. Food is prepared with aromatics that are blended to create unique and flavorful dishes. And finally the hostess is lovely. Must try

Ga
Review №40

One of my go-to spots to grab something to eat. convenient location, well kept, and good service. I highly recommend them!

Ca
Review №41

They serve big portions and for reasonable prices. helpful owner. Highly recommended.

Ka
Review №42

Had great food, very pleasant and attentive staff. Staff had great recommendations for dishes. Definitely will go back!

An
Review №43

Love the Bap

Br
Review №44

I get to eat here a lot since I work close by. I love how their service is always fantastic and they keep the spot neat regularly. Prices are convenient and they serve large portions.

Ca
Review №45

I really love their dishes and customer service, excellent area next to my home. The staff members are always very nice. Will come visit again.

Sa
Review №46

Would absolutely recommend trying this spot. Fantastic atmosphere, delicious food, fantastic customer service. 5 stars.

Da
Review №47

I just loved their dishes. I always get fantastic customer service there. The place is well organised and the cashiers are always very welcoming. Will visit here again.

김민
Review №48

One of the best place in New Jersey! The food was something I never tasted before. BTW nice ideas on the food.

Co
Review №49

I have been here a few times and have never been disappointed. My last visit, I needed something spicy to help my sinuses. Katie was so sweet, she took my tea and put honey in it to help me feel better. The spicy chicken bap helped too! Thanks!

Ma
Review №50

You gotta try the bimbimbop

Ch
Review №51

First time there tonight and will definitely be going back. We had the spinach & kale dumplings and the burrito. Both were excellent and for a very affordable price for a mid week dinner.

Ga
Review №52

I liked the food and the service. Its small enough that I can see it being hard to find a seat sometimes. I will definitely go back, but I will just have to hope Ill get to sit instead of taking it to go.

Li
Review №53

Had the #14 bulgogi rice bowl. It was delicious. My dinner companions also enjoyed their meals. The place is small, clean and more of a take out restaurant.The staff was very nice. Definitely worth a trip if you are craving some tasty Korean food.

Mi
Review №54

Its good, simple, Korean dishes. Feels cozy. Menu has moderate selection but again its simple like home-made dishes.

Mi
Review №55

My girlfriend and I were fortunate enough to try Kinyobi right before they closed due to covid 19 a couple of weeks ago. We have not stopped dreaming about their ramen since. Their food is absolutely amazing! We check their website every. single. day. in hopes of seeing a reopening post :(. WE MISS YOU KINYOBI. PLEASE COME BACK SOON.All Our Love,Michael and Maria from Hackensack

Ky
Review №56

Amazing food. Some unique hybrid options, like a Korean burrito or tacos, and then great Ramen, Bap, etc. Just recommend all of it. The Kimchi fries are great.

Ch
Review №57

Great service. Food is excellent. Location is very convenient.

Sh
Review №58

The food here is authentic, light (depending on what you order) and refreshing. The chicken wings are excellent (highly recommend). Nickname them Yummy, yummy chicken wings.# The pancakes are not salty or greasy as some places make. It small but on Saturday, if you plan coming after 6pm, shouldnt have to wait for seating.

Ze
Review №59

This place is one of my new favorite. Cute little place with delicious Korean food! If you have never tried Korean this is the perfect place. Delicious and approachable. Everyone should eat here!

Le
Review №60

Fantastic and tasty food, I like the mood the spot has, and the staff members were super friendly. Will surely eat here again.

JJ
Review №61

I would share picture but I ate all the food. Im not a huge wings fan but my goodness they are amazing. No lie. It is worth stopping here just for the wings. Had the pulled pork tacos. Sweet and good. The people working here are so nice and helpful. I cant say enough great things about this place.

To
Review №62

Food was very good. I had a wrap and wings. I was very pleased with both. Service was warm and friendly. The restroom situation was a bit odd as you had to leave the restaurant walk outside to the back of the property and upstairs. The place must have been a renovated apartment as the bathroom had a shower in it. The floor felt like I was in my buddys apartment. Everything was extremely modern and clean though.

St
Review №63

My favorite local Korean place. I think I have tried just about the entire menu at this point, and theres not a bad dish. Ramen is good, chicken wings are crispy and sauces are great. Try the Korean burrito, or kimchi fries here. 🔥🔥🔥

Ma
Review №64

Best Korean food in the area. Owners are so nice and always willing to have a conversation. You will not be disappointed here!

Ac
Review №65

I had a great experience at Kinyobi! The food was amazing and they have an amazing staff. They make us feel very welcome the first second we step into the restaurant.

Ma
Review №66

Great food. Wonderful people. Small local place with a few tables and a clean atmosphere. We order from here often and love to see the specials on the menu.

Co
Review №67

Love this place. My cousin find the place when they just opened. Since than when I feel like eating Korean food kinyobi is my first choice.Especially when I used to be evening school, in Hackensack I was ordering my dinner for pickup. Pork pop is my favorite.I recommend this place.

As
Review №68

Great service. Excellent food. The owner is warm and welcoming. I go there or try to once a week.

Sp
Review №69

This is an AWESOME neighborhood Korean fusion place. The owners are friendly and helpful, the price is right, and the food is great. Any of their wings and Ugly Ramen are my favorites but I have never ordered anything that wasnt delicious.

Sa
Review №70

Excellent food and service. Amazing addition to Hackensack! Definitely hit this place up if you live here or are in the area and you want some amazing Korean food.

Fe
Review №71

We love Kinyobi! Weve made it our new weekly spot for lunch AND dinner! The food... ambiance.. and of course, Katie..are all A+!

As
Review №72

Great staff great food great price as well

Mi
Review №73

Their dumplings are incredible and so is their binbimbap. Honestly, everything Ive ever had here has been so darn good!

Zw
Review №74

Best lunch spot in the area ! Many businesses have tried to open up at that location throughout the years and somehow they never worked out until Kinyobi came to this area. The owner is really nice, the food is really good and you can taste the freshness and quality of their ingredients. Everything in their menu is delicious, and they make things really spicy if you request it that way which is something I love. Their wings have a good kick, and my favorites are the fried meat dumplings and the chicken bap. Good Job Kinyobi!

Al
Review №75

This may be my new favorite place. I didnt want to leave, just stay trying all they have to offer. Instead I will be back.

Ca
Review №76

You had me at Hello!There are many things that I like about this place... is cozy, they are super friendly, the food is consistently GREAT and they always greet me with a BIG SMILE. I’ll keep coming back for more.

Le
Review №77

Great food and good portions all for a great price! Staff is very friendly as well.

Ch
Review №78

Everything Ive had so far has been delicious. Excellent wings, baps, ramen

Da
Review №79

Great, once again!! Chicken bap is excellent (spicy) and good ramen. Korean chicken is great too!! Will be back for more!

Da
Review №80

Today, I decided to try this place and it was the best lunch Ive had in months, the UGLY RAMEN was not ugly at all and tasted amazing; keep it up you guys!🤗😍🤤

No
Review №81

New restaurant. Still working out its menu I think. Food was good though with some interesting ideas such as kimchi fries.

Da
Review №82

I come to Kinyobi about once a week and its fantastic! The owner is very pleasant and the food is fresh and always excellent. The restaurant is very clean. There is a small dining room or you can take out. The bibimbaps are AWESOME! Will keep coming here!!

Le
Review №83

First visit - short rib tacos, spicy pork tacos, ugly ramen. Plenty of meat in the tacos. All excellent! Dont forget the crispy fries that came with the tacos. I think our favorite was the ugly ramen. Smoky, slightly sweet and spicy in a creamy sauce, it was tasty and satisfying. Time to work our way through the menu.

Go
Review №84

The food is alright. The owner is very friendly and helpful. However the restaurant is small.

Co
Review №85

You know your cool older cousin at all your family gatherings and Thanksgiving n stuff? If they opened a resturant it would be this.All the dishes are authentic enough to have all the Korean halmuhnees shed a tear of joy, but have a twist for all you millenials need.If you like korean food and happy people this place is for you.Doesnt matter what you get. Its all good.

St
Review №86

We LOVE Kinyobi. A small menu, but purposefully kept so because they have truly mastered everything they do! We are here for dinner at least once a week and have had everything on the menu by now. The food is delicious and the owners could not be nicer. HAVE THE WINGS AND UGLY RAMEN!

Ha
Review №87

Not bad for wings which have about the right texture but need more sauce, they are pretty good for the bibimbap though. And theyre much faster than some other crane wing places.

Da
Review №88

Menu is enticing and innovative but quite frankly the food wasnt very good. Everything tasted overly sweet. I ordered the Ugly Ramen and Galbi Taco.

Ni
Review №89

Cute place and good food. Very nice service as well. BYOB.

Ma
Review №90

Quaint place, great service, food marched.Excellent value.

Jo
Review №91

This place is one of the best places to eat. It is luckily right by my office, so I frequent it often. If you are a fan of ramen, though the menu is small, they have something for everyone (including vegetarian broth options). Definitely try the Ugly Ramen, the house special. This place is tiny, but amazing, and everything can be taken out in good containers, even the huge bowls of ramen.

Se
Review №92

Chicken wings were delicious...would who back to try the rest on their menu...nice find in this area.

Ra
Review №93

Perfect place for some good Korean food.

Ja
Review №94

The food was very good and the waitress was very pleasant and helpful. I recommend this hidden gem.

Ke
Review №95

Friedly, fresh and really good service. Had what could be described as a Korean burrito and veggie dumplings. The meat inside the wrap was soooo soft and moist. The green sauce will light you up in a good way.

Ma
Review №96

Love this place. The menu is small and everything on it is delicious. You really cNt go wrong with any of your choices here. I’ve been here multiple times after grabbing a couple beers from Alementary (which is a block away), and it never disappoints. I’ve had the galbi tacos, wings, and the spicy pork bap plate which is my favorite. I recommend coming with a few people so you could try everything on the menu. It’s a pretty small place though, so you might want to come on an odd time or be ready to wait for a table.

Ma
Review №97

Food is SLAMMMMMMMMMMIN! What ordered it via Uber Wats man that was the best $70 bucks on Eats I’ve ever spent.MUST HAVESKimchi FriesUGLY RAMEN!Bulgogi BibimbapFried DumplingsBeef Bap

Bl
Review №98

I eat here multiple times a week now. Pork Bap is awesome, and the warm smiles you get when you walk in make it comforting. Cheers to Kinyobi!

Na
Review №99

Good food, cute and quiet. A bit small. Also, bathroom is outside which I was a bit surprised about.

Ja
Review №100

Beautiful little store, absolutely amazing food, and the woman running the front is a real sweetheart.

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  • Address:838 Main St, Hackensack, NJ 07601, United States
  • Site:http://kinyobinj.com/
  • Phone:+1 201-646-3267
Categories
  • Korean restaurant
Working hours
  • Monday:11:30AM–8PM
  • Tuesday:11:30AM–8PM
  • Wednesday:11:30AM–8PM
  • Thursday:11:30AM–8PM
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:11:30AM–8PM
Service options
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Delivery:No
  • Dine-in:No
Health & safety
  • Mask required:Yes
  • Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits:Yes
Popular for
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dinner:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:No
Offerings
  • Comfort food:Yes
  • Healthy options:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
  • Small plates:Yes
Dining options
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dinner:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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