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Daeho kalbijjim & beef soupA-

213 2nd Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401 · Korean restaurant, Cold noodle restaurant, Korean barbecue restaurant · San Mateo

Destination for braised short ribs and rich beef soups with big portions, fast-paced service, and long, sometimes confusing waits.

The verdict

Daeho kalbijjim & beef soup delivers exceptional food quality anchored by tender, shareable kalbijjim and comforting broths that justify its destination appeal and loyal following. However, inconsistent service attentiveness and recent complaints about rushed interactions prevent grade A territory, while crowding and confusing preorder workflows create friction during peak hours. Strong core cooking and speed keep it competitive with the area's better neighborhood restaurants, though execution gaps hold it back from the region's finest.

One caveat: Waitlist times can exceed estimates; line up to preorder as soon as you get the text

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Opening Hours

Monday11:00–14:30, 16:30–21:00 Tuesday11:00–14:30, 16:30–21:00 Wednesday11:00–14:30, 16:30–21:00 Thursday11:00–14:30, 16:30–21:00 Friday11:00–14:30, 16:30–21:00 Saturday10:30–21:00 Sunday10:30–21:00
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