KoSam Korean Restaurant & Bar

I’ve visited Kosam multiple times before, and I’ve always loved their food, especially the S1 Samgyetang—it’s a favorite of mine! However, my visit today was a bit disappointing. I ordered the S1 Samgyetang and the B4 Dol Sot Nah Mul Bibimbap, but the rice in the bibimbap was cold or at room temperature, which was really odd and unexpected. It’s especially disappointing when you’re looking forward to a warm and comforting meal on Christmas Eve. I hope this was just a one-off issue because I’ve had great experiences here in the past. Looking forward to better service next time!

December 24, 2024 on Google

This place made me feel sooo cozy and comfortable. Our server was Jeong-Ha and she's the best waitress I've ever met in Toronto! I'll surely visit here again very soon. My recommendation menu : Korean chicken soup

October 10, 2024 on Google

Hearty and delicious samgyetang with good service and plenty of banchan (side dish) refills. Came here for lunch and ordered the original samgyetang (chicken ginseng soup, $26) and the dol sot kimchi fried rice ($21). This was my first time having samgyetang and I thought it was very tasty. The soup was very clean and hearty, cleansing my soul after every bite. Furthermore, the chicken/hen was very soft and fell right off the bone; it was stuffed with sticky rice which I thought was very interesting but paired very well with the dish. I think it's pricey for what it is, but I enjoyed trying it. The service and atmosphere were very comforting as well. Would come back to try other items on the menu, as well as the samgyetang!

August 12, 2024 on Google

I have visited this restaurant on multiple occasions. Their ginseng chicken dish is of high quality, as is their bibimbap. On this particular visit, I decided to try their kimchi fried rice and jae yook dup bap. The overall quality of the food and service was satisfactory. In addition, this location offers outdoor seating for those who wish to enjoy the weather.

August 12, 2024 on Google

Very disappointed, I got the dol sot bibimbop, and yes they have a photo and also description says ground beef. Literally, it’s like beef dust, theres no marinate on the beef and its not like bulgogi style meet. This was almost just a veggie stone pot rice. I cant believe an almost veggie dish cost me $27, I wish I got P3 now. Is this inflation? Damn.

August 6, 2024 on Google

Food was poor, atmosphere was standard with clean vibes and low-hanging lights I kept hitting my head on. They played lots of contemporary K-Pop songs. I had the cheese tonkatsu, it was a lot of cheese and overally fine except for the ends which were chewy. It came with a sweet-savoury tonkatsu sauce with horseradish notes. Rice was dry, but I enjoyed the cabbage salad. The cucumber side was also nice and staff is too absent to refill sides consistently. They claim to have the best samgyetang but it had neither rich chicken flavour nor the earthy herbal notes that samgyetang should have.

June 24, 2024 on Google

My wife, friends and I went to this restaurant for dinner and we were pleased with the service. The waiter was polite and served our food quickly. This restaurant does a good job of maintaining the same taste of their dishes, but they lack variations of side dishes. Side dishes are delicious, but always the same. Typically, Korean side dishes are fresh appetizers, made with sautéed or marinated ingredients to preserve their flavors for a long time. The restaurant serves similar Korean food as other Korean restaurants but with a more formal presentation. The authentic ginseng chicken soup was served quickly and piping hot. The atmosphere is cozy and casual, and with excellent service, it is a must-try restaurant for those who enjoy Korean soups and stews. Overall, we highly recommend you try this restaurant and plan to return ourselves.

August 28, 2023 on Google

Their Korean fried chicken was really good. I asked the server if they could reduce the spiciness, and they kindly did so. The seafood pancake was a bit oily, but still acceptable. The servings were good enough for two people, although slightly pricier compared to other places. Overall, it was a really good experience.

May 14, 2023 on Google