Arirang Restaurant

Matt Wright 3 months ago

So, I was recommended this place by a family member. I knew it would be good from what I heard, but I did not expect just how good it really was. The fried chicken was incredible. Healthy size chicken wings, fantastic crunch and the perfect sauce to dip it into. The fried rice, fried dumplings, kimchi, etc. were all fresh, seasoned perfectly and delicious. Other dishes like the spicy chilled buckwheat noodles were amazing, bulgogi coming out on a sizzling platter. Service was warm and welcoming, like stepping into a family members home for dinner. It felt real and honest, and the food backed that up. They worked hard to take care of us, and that’s a rare thing. It’s frustrating having food this good, clearly cooked with care and love to only see a few tables or less filled during our visit. Please do yourself the favor and go there, you’re missing out. On one hand, I wish they got more business so that they can make a good living and retire, then on the other hand, their food was so good I’m not sure I’d like them to. However, with how we were treated, I want the best for the owners. Eat here, support these people. They’re putting effort and care into your meal, the least you

Tenzin Kalsang 4 months ago

Had an amazing experience at Arirang Restaurant. The stir-fry pork, seafood stir-fry noodles, fried rice, and especially the fried chicken were all excellent. Honestly, the fried chicken might be some of the best in Buffalo — super crispy and flavorful. The ajumma was incredibly kind and welcoming, which made the place feel really homey. Also loved the variety and taste of the banchan (side dishes), and they even gave us free yogurt drinks at the end. Definitely coming back.

Melissa Phaphanthong 6 months ago

Haven’t been here since pre Covid. I live in the south towns, so coming out here is a bit of a drive. Finally made it back post grad, and the food and service was still great. The woman was very kind. They finally offer Korean fried chicken since the competition around them are wings. So crispy! Their side dishes tasted homemade and you can order a side of them as well. Very tempting. Im glad I was able to make it back. We had leftovers and I will be going back soon!

Lucy Klender 7 months ago

Born and raised in Korea, moved to USA 9 yrs ago. I travel a lot with my job, also me and my husband(American 😂) travel a lot as well. Not gonna lie, this place has the best korean foods we've had in USA, that includes LA, ATL, NYC and Vegas. The owner was super friendly and kind, also surprised how much spicy food my white husband can handle 😂 Beef soup, full beef flavor, with nice texture of veggies in it, pork stir fried with kimchi and tofu was better than what my Korean mom makes(sorry mom), lastly, the korean fried chicken. SERIOUSLY run, don't walk there. It was insanely good with/without sauce both!!!! Super crispy and perfect amount of seasoning on light batter, house made chicken sauce was very nostalgic korean sweet tangy flavor. We will definitely come back here every time we are in town and would love to try more on the menu! We are super sad that we are not living here 😭 but i would go absolutely overweight if i live near by this place haha 사장님 정말 맛있게 잘 먹었습니다! 번창하세요! 여름에 또 올게요!

Caitlyn Pham 10 months ago

Home-y, warm, and welcoming. Service was the best ever. Seems to be run by one lady and she was very hard working. She was so welcoming and even packed my food leftovers because she didn’t want to “ruin my nails”, I love her! She complimented my boyfriend because he wasn’t Asian using chopsticks, she’s literally so sweet 😆😆 As for food, it was all good! Seafood pancake it’s crispy while also being thick. Soondooboo and yukgaejeong is yummmm. The jjajangmyeon however has a wine taste here, it might be me tho I tend to taste some stuff strong, maybe rice wine. It was still good tho! She gave us yakult at the end! Not much else to say. Good food, good vibes.