Columbus has no shortage of amazing Korean restaurants, perfect for when youโre craving comfort food like crispy fried chicken, hearty stews, and satisfying rice bowls. I love spicy food that warms both my stomach and my heart, but Korean cuisine is so much more than just heat. It hits all five flavor zonesโsweet, salty, sour, bitter, and umamiโmaking every meal a satisfying feast. Letโs get into my favorites.
Min-Ga Korean Restaurantย (800 Bethel Rd)
One of the most popular Korean restaurants in Columbus, and for good reason. My go to dishes are the Duk Bok Ki which is rice cakes, fish cakes, and vegetables in a spicy sauce. Hot Pot Beef Jeongol loaded with beef, tofu, assorted vegetables, and noodles in a spicy broth. Another favorite is the Beef Bibimbap, vegetables, beef, fried egg, and rice.ย
KOSHI โ Korean food & Sushiย (1265 Morse Rd)
A hidden gem located inside Saraga International Grocery store. Start withย Dak-Gangjeongย Crispy Korean fried chicken and rice cakes glazed in a sticky, sweet, and spicy sauce. Served with a side of rice.ย Korean Army Stewย Traditional (budae jjigae) served with ramen noodles, kimchi, onions, ham, sausage, spam, and rice cakes. Comes with a side of rice.
Don Pocha Korean BBQย (4710 Reed Rd)
Start with their corn cheeseโcorn with sweet cream and melted mozzarella. For the main event, the Don Pocha Special is the way to go. It includes freshly sliced beef brisket, beef short ribs, beef top sirloin, marinated boneless beef, beef short rib fingers, marinated pork rib, thick-cut pork belly, scored pork shoulder, and pork jowl. It comes with steamed rice and a variety of side dishes.
Nara Korean Cuisineย (1526 Bethel Rd)
Located inside Arirang Oriental Market, this casual spot is definitely feast-worthy. Start with their crispyย fried dumplingsย orย spicy rice cakesย for a perfect appetizer. When itโs time for the main course, I highly recommend theย Bibimbap, a beautifully balanced bowl of rice, beef, and fresh veggies, or theย Soon Tofu Stew, packed with seafood and silky tofu in a spicy, comforting broth.
CM Chickenย (Multiple)
Iโm obsessed with chicken wings in general, but especially Korean fried chicken. Itโs double-fried for the ultimate crispy texture while staying perfectly juicy inside, and their sticky, satisfying sauces are next-level. Iโve tried just about everything on the menu, but my go-to is the Garlic Spicy Chickenโsweet, spicy, and absolutely perfect for garlic lovers.
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Ohio CM Chicken Locations
Columbus / Pickerington / Westerville:ย https://cmchickenohio.com/
CM Chicken Cincinnati (Liberty Township): https://www.cmchickenkorean.com/
Link: These are the best Korean restaurants in Columbus, according to 614feastย
Columbus has no shortage of amazing Korean restaurants, perfect for when youโre craving comfort food like crispy fried chicken, hearty stews, and satisfying rice bowls. I love spicy food that warms both my stomach and my heart, but Korean cuisine is so much more than just heat. It hits all five flavor zonesโsweet, salty, sour, bitter, and umamiโmaking every meal a satisfying feast. Letโs get into my favorites.
Min-Ga Korean Restaurantย (800 Bethel Rd)
One of the most popular Korean restaurants in Columbus, and for good reason. My go to dishes are the Duk Bok Ki which is rice cakes, fish cakes, and vegetables in a spicy sauce. Hot Pot Beef Jeongol loaded with beef, tofu, assorted vegetables, and noodles in a spicy broth. Another favorite is the Beef Bibimbap, vegetables, beef, fried egg, and rice.ย
KOSHI โ Korean food & Sushiย (1265 Morse Rd)
A hidden gem located inside Saraga International Grocery store. Start withย Dak-Gangjeongย Crispy Korean fried chicken and rice cakes glazed in a sticky, sweet, and spicy sauce. Served with a side of rice.ย Korean Army Stewย Traditional (budae jjigae) served with ramen noodles, kimchi, onions, ham, sausage, spam, and rice cakes. Comes with a side of rice.
Don Pocha Korean BBQย (4710 Reed Rd)
Start with their corn cheeseโcorn with sweet cream and melted mozzarella. For the main event, the Don Pocha Special is the way to go. It includes freshly sliced beef brisket, beef short ribs, beef top sirloin, marinated boneless beef, beef short rib fingers, marinated pork rib, thick-cut pork belly, scored pork shoulder, and pork jowl. It comes with steamed rice and a variety of side dishes.
Nara Korean Cuisineย (1526 Bethel Rd)
Located inside Arirang Oriental Market, this casual spot is definitely feast-worthy. Start with their crispyย fried dumplingsย orย spicy rice cakesย for a perfect appetizer. When itโs time for the main course, I highly recommend theย Bibimbap, a beautifully balanced bowl of rice, beef, and fresh veggies, or theย Soon Tofu Stew, packed with seafood and silky tofu in a spicy, comforting broth.
CM Chickenย (Multiple)
Iโm obsessed with chicken wings in general, but especially Korean fried chicken. Itโs double-fried for the ultimate crispy texture while staying perfectly juicy inside, and their sticky, satisfying sauces are next-level. Iโve tried just about everything on the menu, but my go-to is the Garlic Spicy Chickenโsweet, spicy, and absolutely perfect for garlic lovers.
Want to read more? Follow @614feast on Instagram, and check out our print publications, (614) Magazine and Stock & Barrel. Learn where you can find free copies of our newest issues here!
Ohio CM Chicken Locations
Columbus / Pickerington / Westerville:ย https://cmchickenohio.com/
CM Chicken Cincinnati (Liberty Township): https://www.cmchickenkorean.com/
Link: These are the best Korean restaurants in Columbus, according to 614feastย