Namsan Korean Restaurant

Wow... the food was soon good and cane out so quick! Sorry about the photo, we had to eat some immediately. Bibimbap, Beef bulgogi, Tonkatsu. Excellent!

My daughter recommended this place and it did not disappoint!! I read another review that was pretty rough, so I had no idea what to expect. I'm here to say that we had nothing but excellent service! The food was delicious! I will 100% go back. We had military tukbaegi & two different Ramens, all super good!

Updated 6/2/24: Returned with my fiance, her parents and her aunt. This time we got the military hot pot. I think I liked that one better! So much yummy stuff in it and it's got a nice spiciness to it! Came here for the first time with my fiancé and soon to be mother in law. The exterior is a bit unassuming, but then inside you see a cute interior with fans, Korean writing on the windows and pictures of Korea. It's cool! Service was great, the waitress was very kind and happy. We started off with the K Pop Chicken. It was good, had a nice crisp to it and that chili sauce was good. But what we really came for and what I was excited for was the hot pots. I'd been wanting to try a hot pot for awhile. We got the bulgogi hot pot. It was absolutely delicious! That broth is so good as well as everything in else that's in it! And to me it's satisfying to watch it bubble. We really enjoyed it and will definitely be back.

DO NOT LET THE EXTERIOR FOOL YOU! This spot was an absolutely delicious Korean mom and pop spot. We were heading to a different place to eat but due to construction we decided last minute to pull off into Namsan. Although a little hesitant to get out judging from the exterior of the building itself and surrounding look of the buildings in the area, I was so glad we went in. The service was impeccable, we got the Bulgogi Hotpot to share and the lady stood right there guiding us through the experience, as well explaining to us how to traditionally eat the Bibimbap with the house made sauce. The kimchi was to die for! So fresh and flavorful. K Pop chicken was a delight. Everything was just so dang good. I only have a 3 star for atmosphere due to the exterior and overall appearance of the building and neighborhood. Don't let the outside steer you away.

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Namsam, a locally owned Korean restaurant in Kalamazoo, and it left quite an impression. While the exterior may not scream luxury, and the interior retains a charming retro vibe, the real star of the show here is the food. The flavors that emerged from their kitchen were nothing short of outstanding, making it some of the finest Korean cuisine I've had in recent memory. Despite being a small business, Namsam boasts an impressively extensive menu, offering a delightful variety of options for patrons to explore. What truly added to the experience was the warm and friendly service. Our server, who appeared to be part of the family that owns the restaurant, went above and beyond to ensure our visit was enjoyable. Her infectious enthusiasm and attentiveness made our meal even more delightful. Overall, I wholeheartedly recommend Namsam. It may not be the most extravagant place to dine, but it's a hidden gem where the food and service shine brightly. I'm already looking forward to my next visit and another opportunity to savor their delectable Korean dishes.