Maroo

We got the bulgogi stew, vegetarian plate and vegetarian pasta. The food was delicious, although the portion is a bit small. I got adequately full as I am a small person, but I can see how it can be too small for some people.

Food was good, but the spice level was a letdown. I asked for ‘Korean extra spicy,’. If you actually like heat, you’ll definitely need to emphasize that you want the ‘staff level’ spice otherwise, they play it way too safe.

Disappointing and dishonest service.

Update again:
To clarify, I was asking for a small corner table, not a big table. My disappointment comes from the fact that your staff told me that the specific small corner table I requested was unavailable, yet moments later it was given to another group. Providing explanations that are not truthful only further damages trust and makes the experience more disappointing.

Update (after the restaurant’s response):
The response from the restaurant is simply not true.

When we arrived, I first asked for a larger side table and was told no. I then asked for a small corner table (the same size as the table we were eventually seated at). The server told me that the corner tables were “closed.” I also asked about other side tables and was told those were not available either, so we had no choice but to sit in the middle of the dining area.

For context, I specifically asked for a corner or side table because I was wearing a low-cut top and wanted a bit more privacy. This was a reasonable and simple request.

However, when we were leaving, I clearly saw another group dining at the exact corner table I originally asked for. It was obviously not “closed.”

If a table is unavailable, please just say so honestly. Making up reasons and forcing guests into uncomfortable seating is unacceptable. This experience was both disappointing and dishonest.

While the chicken bowl was good, the korean fried chicken was not the authentic light and crispy coated chicken with the sweet and spicy sauce not tasting like the yangnyeom sauce. The other dishes looked much better and would return to try those.
Drink was completely flat and would be better serving a can instead. Service was fast and friendly.

My husband comes for lunch at Maroo frequently with his co workers but I am first time here. I’m impressed of the quality of foods , so fresh (fresh tofu for appetite is to die for, the red sauce is amazing) I had bulgogi stew with oh so generous in portion and tender beef. He order Spicy pork rice bowl, so so good ( I stole some from his 😁) We also order fried chicken, the best fried chicken ever had, light batter and moist meats. I need to bug him to bring me back for more. Thank you Maroo!