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um.ma
Korean-inspired bar and grill with a vibrant patio, serving bold flavors and good vibes in San Francisco.
4.8(5 reviews)
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About um.ma
Um.ma is a popular Korean bar and grill located in San Francisco, offering a unique blend of traditional Korean dishes and modern twists in a lively, dog-friendly patio setting. Known for its delicious soft shell crab, sesame soy chicken wings, bibimbap, and extensive banchan, the restaurant provides a cozy atmosphere perfect for casual dining or social gatherings. With moderate pricing and a 4.4-star rating from over 900 reviews, it's a go-to spot for locals and visitors seeking flavorful Korean food and a relaxed outdoor experience.
Business Info
Location
1220 9th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122, USA
Services Offered
Korean BBQ
Grill your own meats and vegetables at the table with a variety of marinades and sides.
Patio Dining
Enjoy outdoor seating in a vibrant, dog-friendly patio area, perfect for warm days and social gatherings.
Traditional Korean Dishes
Savor authentic favorites like bibimbap, sundubu-jjigae, and dak galbi, made with fresh ingredients.
Craft Cocktails and Drinks
Pair your meal with a selection of beers, wines, and specialty cocktails in a bar setting.
Group Reservations
Book tables for parties and events, with seating for up to four comfortably, ideal for weekend outings.
Reviews
4.8(5 reviews)
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Joshua Yuan
via Google
3 months ago
They have a large outdoor patio in the back. Food didn't take a long time. It was really good. The soft shell crab was good but decently spicy. Overall this was a really solid Korean restaurant I could for sure come back.
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Britney Pickeringvia Google
4 months ago
Not a bad price at all for the atmosphere and quality of food. I really enjoyed the patio, super cute and cozy. My sister loved the sesame soy chicken wings. The soft tofu stew was tasty. We are definitely coming back to try their Korean BBQ!
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Monalizavia Google
5 months ago
So glad to finally try Um.mas and definitely worth it! The sundubu-jjigae was everything you could want out of a soup on a cold day. It was incredibly fresh and well seasoned, like everything else we had. They had great portion sizes as well for the price. Staff were incredibly polite and the overall vibes of the restaurant were chill and such a relaxing, fun place to be. I'd definitely go back.
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Wolf Fivousixvia Google
7 months ago
Best Korean food in town! And at a decent price! Highly recommend their bibimbap, corn cheese, dak galbi and kimchee prawns. Most of the seating is at the back of the restaurant, each table sits 4 comfortably. Consider a reservation, especially during weekends. This place gets packed. They also have the BEST side dishes.
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Mario Bvia Google
8 months ago
Having been here dozens of times over the years, Um Ma is an acceptable spot for patio Korean food with good vibes, especially on a warm day. Whether you are in Golden Gate Park or strolling through the sunset, it's conveniently located. Again, the vibes are good and the patio is a plus as it makes it dog friendly. Doesn't really feel like an authentic Korean place and it's a bit like they are trying too hard to be hip but maybe that's what sells. I recommend making reservations as it can get busy during prime time. The service is ... usually sub par. Even on our best visit, it was still lacking. I want to be charitable and assume they are just severely understaffed. You'll often have a hard time getting a hold of them and even if you do, expect to remind them multiple times for requests. They've made it so you can now order on your phone but for any special requests, it's the same issue. The food is pricey but a few of the dishes are actually worth it. Haven't visited in a while but apparently now they charge for extra banchan (side dishes)... what? I know times are tough but damn. While the patio atmosphere is nice and the location is convenient for many, there are better Korean spots even in SF (and much, much better in the Bay in general). Overall, the place is good but not great and while the atmosphere is lovely, things like the insufficient level of service and the inconsistent quality of the dishes makes it hard to make this a must visit for anyone.
