Her Name Is Han
“My favorite items on the menu are the seafood and dumpling casserole as well as the chicken porridge.”
“Obviously there's a great dumpling master behind the perfection of the skin, very good, light fillings.”
“We weren't really hungry, so we just got the budae jjigae (korean army stew).”
Her Name Is Han
Takes Reservations: Yes
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
PokéStop Nearby: Yes
Price range.
$$ Price range $11-30
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I stopped by Her Name is Han for lunch by myself, so I guess you could say I went to Han solo.
I'm not apologizing for that joke.
If you're looking for an awesome sit-down lunch deal, this place really can't be beat. Set lunch specials run $9 to $11 and it's a ton of food.
I went with the garlic chicken lunch special, which came with a bunch of kimchi sides, like pickled radishes, sweet cauliflower slaw, and some other tiny plates. It also came with the soup of the day (which for me, was a fish cake clear soup). The chicken had garlic crumbs and a sweet (honey-based?) glaze. Chicken was a little lukewarm, but portion sizes were big and filling, especially with the white rice side.
The decor is also great. There's exposed brick, a painted tin ceiling, library lamps at the tables, stage light fixtures hanging from the ceiling, and a neon sign in the back. The space is also deceptively big, and there's additional seating in the back. Perfect for lunch with coworkers. Or friends (if you have those).
CASH ONLY!
I've been here 3 times for dinner and loved it every time. While there was always a wait and they never seat you until your entire party is there, the food is worth it! While most people think of Korean BBQ when they think of Korean cuisine, Her Name is Han is the new kid on the block bringing REAL home-style Korean food to our mouths. Kamsa-hamnida!
My favorite dish is a Jeongol, which is a stew or casserole.
Order the C7 (thank goodness they numbered their dishes because I can't read or speak Korean) – Chicken, Daikon, Potato, Bok Choy, Potato Noodles in spicy chicken broth to share with a group of 3-4 people = $25.95. I don't think I can ever come here and not order this dish. It's such a comfort food and really soothes my soul.
You won't regret it. And if you don't like it, well, I'm sorry but we just can't be friends.
Of course, order other stuff like any of the fire-grill meat dishes: beef, pork belly, pork, chicken (D1, D2, D3, D4) and anything from the small plates menu: dumplings, salmon/cucumber noodles, octopus, rice cake (A1 – A4)
Cute ambiance. Great place for a date night or family style dinner with friends!
Enjoy!
I am such a fan of Her Name is Han! The food is slightly different from those on K-town's Main Street. For me, it tasted lighter, healthier, simpler, but equally as delicious. I have no idea what homemade Korean food tastes like, but I imagine it would be similar to this.
The side dishes were smaller than what you'd get at most Korean restaurant, but I loved the presentation. The kimchi, which I usually never eat too much of, was incredibly addicting.
My friend and I shared the rice cake appetizer and a seafood and dumplings soup pot. Everything was absolutely delicious. The rice cake isn't too spicy and came with a few pieces of tasty Shishito pepper. The soup was my absolute favorite of the night. I loved the dumplings, the array of seafood (crab, shrimp, mussels, and clams!), and the vegetables. If you're a seafood lover, you can't miss this.
I didn't have room for dessert, but hopefully next time!
A review solely based on brunch.
I've ventured here twice because I didn't think once was enough.
Both visits I dined in on a Saturday early afternoon and we were seated almost immediately. My first visit, I was skeptical as the place wasn't crowded but I'm glad I stayed.
The ambiance and food reminds me of a cute cafe right out of a K-Drama.
Brunch items include your typical Korean dishes from bulgogi to spicy pork. I'd highly recommend the bulgogi. Side dishes include kimchi, various types of salads and a poached egg on top of a pea paste. Mind you, it may sound funky but that pea paste is flavorful with a touch of sweetness. (IT'S A MUST TRY.)
The cocktails here are A-OKAY, nothing to rave about.
Definitely a try-it-at-least-once kind of place.
There's a bunch of hip, less traditional, creative and slightly fusion-y Korean places in the city. My wife and I have tried a few. Oiji is definitely the best, while Her Name is Han is a disappointment. The crispy rice cakes were pretty good but the black cod was very unappetizing–lacking in delicious flavor and with a slimy consistency. This place is expensive and for the money I expect at least some pacing of the dishes and not everything brought out at once.
Decent spot for spicey soup if you have a craving but there are more satisfying options just a few blocks nortwest. Good if you want a chill place without the craziness of Ktown I suppose. The decor was shabby chic. Had the seafood kimchi kahl gook soo. The soup was great but the noodles were mediocre and there were just a few clams and one shrimp in my dish. I was desirous of more seafood and veggies. The kimchi was also not fermented enough and lacked sparkle. Overall it was an ok experience for the price. I will give it another chance as it is such a close lunch option.
Beautiful kitschy schoolhouse vibe with lots of wood.
Staff are very courteous and kind; there's usually a wait and gaggle of Asians outside and they patiently explain wait time and take your name down for a waitlist. My waiters always fastidiously explained anything we were curious about on the menu and always described each of the banchans they brought out (good for my non-korean foodmates).
I recommend crispy baby octopi and bulgogi.
I've taken two friends here and I'll be bringing more back.
I've been here a bunch of times for lunch, I absolutely love it. So much tasty, moderately healthy food. I love the beef noodle soup, the salmon plate with the avocado fries, the raw tuna, the garlic chicken. Everything is good. Throw in $3 beers, and you cannot go wrong.
Pro-tips: Always get the dumpling set – $1 for a dumpling, worth it; try the creamed corn croquettes.
Service note: Make sure you ask when you order that they bring out both entrees at the same time, if that is important to you. The food comes up quickly, and they don't always serve diners at the same time.