I have been a bit sad ever since my beloved Dasonii closed its doors in nearby Robinson. I'm finding that there are not a lot of Korean food options. So, it requires a little more planning if I want something a little different from Chinese or Thai.
I made the drive into Oakland to try out Korea Garden. I really had a craving for Galbi (beef shortribs) and there isn't a lunch option - just the dinner size. At $26, it better be good. And it was. Plus, it was served with 5 amazing side dishes (Banchan) and I enjoyed them except for the one seaweed one. The texture wasn't for me but it was still tasty. The rest I pretty much finished off with the very tender beef shortribs and white rice.
My wife went with the much cheaper Bulgogi lunch box. It came with a huge bowl of miso soup, fried rice, one fried dumpling and a heaping helping of Kimchi.
The total post tax and pre-tip for lunch was $40.
We came during a pretty busy lunch service and service was very friendly and attentive. We lucked out on finding a parking space right across the street from the restaurant. And apparently, there is a parking lot behind the restaurant - you just need to ask for a parking pass when you leave.
All in all, worth the drive and we were both very happy with our lunch choices. I'll definitely be back to this place.