The Fremont Joule is a celebration of the Korean steakhouse. The 8 ounce short rib steak, kalbi-style served with grilled kimchi sounds particularly tantalizing.

Known for their namesake dish, their piping hot soups of tofu in spicy red broth do not disappoint. Served with an array of banchan, BCD Tofu House serves a variety of tofu soups worth trying.

Chef and owner Heong Soon Park carved out a portion of the large space occupied by his American cafe and bistro Bacco to offer up Korean fusion cuisine to Market customers. Don't be disconcerted by the fact that the banchan and kimchi are $3 extra. Try the bulgogi cam and don't skimp on the extras.

Popular with hungry UW students, Korean Tofu House is known for just that: tofu soup (sundubu for you aficionados). Don’t say we didn’t warn you if you burn your tongue.

Turning two, Revel is the darling of critics and has been universally praised for its innovative take on Korean street food by everybody. Hit up neighboring Quoin to try some amazing house-infused soju.

Curious what this Korean food trend is all about but not ready to dive into the deep end of traditional cuisine? Marination Station has got you covered: they’ve got Hawaiian Korean fusion food like kimchi-fried rice and kalbi tacos. If you’re not in the neighborhood, check their Twitter feed for their roaming food truck.

The secret behind every Korean household’s kimchi supply, H-Mart is the go to grocery store for Korean housewives in the Puget Sound. The food court is worth a look, but the grocery store is the real gem. For those who’ve been searching, your hunt is over: the kimchi selection here is a Korean food lover’s dream.

Down on Highway 99, Sam Oh Jung is worth the drive with its no nonsense, traditional Korean fare. If you’re feeling adventurous, the gae jang—raw crab marinated in a soy sauce based sauce—is a dish devotees swear by.

Now every night, by reservation only, patrons who plan are rewarded with Ma'ono's immensely popular fried chicken dinner. As one of the four flavor options, the Korean style doles up crispy chicken in a tangy gochujang sauce. Aside from their chicken, the kalbi short ribs are also a tempting option.