PERILLA korean fare
Claudina Lopez · 144 Google reviewsPERILLA korean fare — clean, consistent korean in Fulton Market. Modern space that photographs well but eats even better. The cocktail list is worth exploring. "The scallion pancake was a standout—crispy, flavorful, and perfectly prepared" — Andrea Notari [$$]
What 812 diners keep saying
What 812 diners keep saying
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“Favorite restaurant. Just can’t top it- vegetarian friendly, allergy friendly. Constant craving best service ever too and vibes on the patio”
“My friends and I went to Perilla Fare and really enjoyed it. We got the traditional flavored korean fried chicken (which I highly recommend), the royal rice cakes, kimchi fried rice, scallion pancakes, and tasting plate of the chef choice (if you know what meat you like I would go directly for the individual plates rather than the tasting plates). The service was great, everyone was really nice and made sure we felt taken care of. Great chill vibes, perfect spot for friends and family. And amazing food of quality and value.”
“My friends and I got the scallion pancake, rice cake royale, soondubu, classic tasting plate, and F1 bavette, and everything was delicious! I really enjoyed every dish, but if I had to choose a favorite, I think I'd pick the rice cake royale. The restaurant is very cute, everyone was super friendly and helpful, and it's not a bad price for the quality of the food. Definitely a restaurant I will return to!”
“This place was fantastic!! A little but we had a fantastic experience Highly recommend !!”
“Beautiful place filled with beautiful people. Server made me a special mojito that was awesome. Highly recommend the ribs, spicy and amazing. Bulgogi is delicious.”
“One of my favorite new Korean spots in Chicago! Tucked away just outside the busy Fulton Market area, I'm a sucker for "corner spots" and Perilla makes great use of that peculiar layout. The menu has diverse food and drink options, allowing for both KBBQ or family-style shared meals. While some items feel a bit pricey, I think the quality matches the $. Here are some highlights: • Soondubu Jjigae: amazing, slightly spicy veggie stew • scallion pancake: a staple dish, done right • seared kimchi: another classic shared dish • soju cocktails: I tried the Cloud 9, which felt like a soju-spin on an espresso martini -- fun drink! • ice cream dessert: vanilla bean with powdered matcha and chocolate shavings on top. A nice suprise were bits of dehydrated strawberry underneath!”
“Service was best I've ever had. 5 people helped & served us throughout our dinner. There was never a moment we waited for anything. The food was beyond delicious- you must try the fried chicken. Looking forward to trying their other restaurant.”
“Perilla was the best Korean BBQ I've ever had, as well as the friendliest, most welcoming staff. My server stayed with me, cooking my meal one or two pieces at a time and we just chatted away. Will likely go back to Chicago just for Perilla.”
“Excellent Korean takeout experience. After trying some of their items, it quickly became clear why Michelin awarded them the Bib Gourmand four times in a row since 2021. The food was plentiful, fresh and very tasty. As starters, we enjoyed their Banchan set and scallion Muchim, followed by Bibimbap and Jjajangmyeon noodles as mains. Instead of hitting you with (too) intense flavors, everything came in subtle yet delicious variations of what you’d expect from Korean cuisine. We will definitely return to check out more of their menu!”
“Stellar restaurant. Great quality food and service. Everyone was very nice and made sure our dining experience memorable. Wish we would’ve had more time to enjoy additional items on the menu. We had to be somewhere else that evening. Highlights are definitely the meats (quality), cheese corn and shishito peppers. Loved that our waiter gave us the option to cook our own meats. Loved that he also described every dish. I highly recommend this restaurant. We walked in on a Saturday night and did not realize that reservations were needed. We were accommodated. Thank you for your excellent customer service. We left feeling very satisfied with our meal and service. We will definitely return if we are ever in town again.”
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