By Landrie Daniels
Korean cuisine is diverse and varies by location due to a history immersed in centuries of change and reformation. Cultural changes have influenced the dishes with the addition of modern favorites like Korean BBQ. While Korean restaurants are not abundant in
Houston, Texas, with roughly two dozen establishments, those with a sustained presence in the city are frequented by loyal patrons.
Seoul House Restaurant
Seoul House restaurant is a Houston favorite because of its relation to a brother restaurant in Spring Branch. Voted a Korean food top choice by readers of the Houston Press, this Seoul House location takes the work out of the meal and cooks your selection for you. Pass the time while your food is grilling with an unlimited sides bar, and don't miss the teriyaki chicken. Closed on Tuesdays, Seoul House provides Korean food six days a week and boasts a lunch-box special for business crowds.
Seoul House restaurant
10603 Bellaire Blvd., Suite B-107
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 575-8077
seoulhouserestaurant.com
Korea Garden Restaurant
Korea Garden Restaurant, located between Bunker Hill and Blalock, is nestled in a beautiful garden with a soothing fountain to enhance the traditional Korean dining experience. Established as one of Houston's first Korean food restaurants, Korea Garden restaurant encompasses all aspects of dining, including a catering service. Cooking your own meat adds to the fun of this restaurant, so try the spicy pork bulgogi or the thinly sliced seasoned beef bulgogi and grill away.
Korea Garden Restaurant
9501 Long Point Rd.
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 468-2800
Korea Garden Grille
Similarly named, Korea Garden Grille is a casual restaurant with no take-out or delivery options because of its all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ buffet layout. It does, however, boast a child- and group-friendly atmosphere perfect for a family gathering over an appetizer of traditional kimchi. Closed on Wednesdays, this restaurant serves lunch and dinner and is a BYOB establishment.
Korea Garden Grille
11360 Bellaire Blvd. #990
Houston, TX 77072
(281) 568-0008
About the Author:
Landrie Daniels, a graduate of Texas State University, received her Bachelor of Science in Interior Design with a minor in building technology. A LEED AP certification enhances her ability to write design related how-to articles for Demand Studios. Landrie was recently published in the travel section of the Houston Chronicle and on msnbc.com, a product of her three years of published writing.
