Reviews of Yobo (Restaurant)

Jason Trease

Excellent!! Every time !

Diana Nguyen

I am writing my review for my visit on 10/28/17. I came here at the recommendation with my friend who lives in the area. The restaurant is owned by a couple, where the husband is the chef behind the Korean Fusion dishes and the wife is the waitress who supports the front of the restaurant. I thoroughly enjoyed the service and the food! For the table, we ordered the KFC (Korean Fried Chicken), Pan Fried Dumplings, Beef Bim Bap, and the Korean Short Ribs. Everything was well seasoned and fresh. We were all very full after the meal. I would recommend ordering a few dishes to sample as a group as well as come early to wait for a seat. On that Saturday, we waited about 15-20 minutes, which was not bad at all. As someone who went to South Korea earlier this year, I was hoping for some grilled meat options, but I understand that the menu is more fusion than traditional Korean. I will say, however, I did enjoy the kimchi that came with one of the dishes. I would happily come back.

Liquid

Extraordinarily authentic. Yobo is one of the few restaurants in the states that reminds me of my childhood in Seoul.

Paul Beaudoin

Best of the best Korean cuisine. Quaint little place.

Francisco Santana

Portions are way too small when you consider the steep price. Food is very tasty but portions are a deal breaker. I left there hungry and had to get more food. Probably won't eat there again.

Nandikesha Jungwirth

Magnificent. Seriously. The daily crudo is out of this world. Bibimbap. Barley tea. Exquisitely presented. Server knows her stuff. A really lovely spot to have a really lovely experience with a really lovely someone.

Kerry LaPointe

Great mix of Korean favorites with perfect wine pairings. Try the KFC and one of the desserts!

B. Miller

Super fun. Will be back!

Kayla Bachelder

Phenomenal food!

Brittany Cole

Amazing food. Some of The best I've had in Portland !!!! Unbelievably delicious. Ordered several plates and each one was perfectly flavored. Wow.

Erica B.

Not a typical Korean restaurant with all the traditional side dishes and limited menu but the taste is authentic and delicious. The kids loved the bibimbap more than any they have had. Yes portions are small so probably a good idea to order some appetizers.

Bryan Adams

Excellent korean food and service at a reasonable price. Their Korean fried chicken is fantastic.

Jon Lee

As authentic as it can get in Portland, very over priced. Selling 5 bucks dish for 25+

Cliff Garstang

I love this little restaurant and the idea of pairing wine with Korean dishes. I had bibimbap, one of my favorites, but it was served in a smaller bowl that you often see, so it was manageable. Loved it.

Fred Fridman

Excellent service. The fried chicken and pancake were great, and we loved the small apps but found the meat of the bi bim bop and short ribs a bit dry and over priced.

RON PETRONE

If you like great food with knowledgeable staff then look no further than Yobo!! My wife and I ordered the dumplings .What a treat large pan fried dumplings with a perfect start and finish.Then a Salad with lemon and miso dressing.Fresh radishes thinly sliced with pickled black beans so delicious. and then we I shared a "Picnic for two" A large portion of perfectly cooked pork belly and 5 sides of a variety of vegetables. Pickled Daikon radish, Cabbage. Some crunchy squid ,black beans and fresh sprouts.Add Bibb lettuce to hold it all in and then add one of three amazing sauces. With Portland having so many great restaurants you can be sure to add Yobo to list.

Kang Hyunmin

It took nearly an hour to serve bibiambap while people who came later was served way earlier than us. Server was not friendly, looked like she was lazy to take an order too.

Kenric Bird

Delicious Korean food! Comfortable environment. Definitely worth your time.

Alden Robinson

Finally top notch Korean food in Portland! Service was lovely, food was subtle and beautifully prepared. Go!

Brighid Shelby

A comforting, delightful, delicious experience. You can tell everything is prepared with attention to detail, quality fresh ingredients, and love. Service is warm and well-timed. If I wasn't still full I'd go back right now! ❤️

Eric Simms

good food, but the prices are a little high.

Benjamin Murphy

Very good Korean food. It's a small place with very limited seating, but the food and service is worth it. Everything was perfect.

Lian Oyerbides

Overpriced and so little food. Not worth it.

Will Prestemon

Great food and service. The Korean fried chicken (wings) are crispy with a tasty gochujang sauce. Great hospitality in a low-key setting.

Samiel Rey

Very good food and service. I will go back.

Lindsey Green

Delicious. Will return. Get them bi bim bap.

Pat Wilczynski

Divine! We knew them when they had a restaurant in New Hampshire and were so disappointed when they moved. How absolutely delighted we were to find them on a recent trip to Portland. You can’t go wrong with anything on the menu. And they are so lovely!