Wa Gabose — Restaurant in McAllen

Wa Gabose is an underrated dining option in the Rio Grande Valley and specifically in McAllen. After four visits I'm compelled to write this glowing review. I'll start with the atmosphere since it's no frills, they do have some plant decor and some Oriental partitions but that's about it for ambiance. To me it's not a big deal because the food is just that good. You get started with some Korean dim sum with dishes like kimchi, broccoli, and fish cake (my six year olds favorite). There are pictures on the menu so you have a visual representation of the majority of the dishes. Feel free to ask the owner, or the server, which dishes are spicy because some of them do have a kick to them. As I said before, this is my fourth visit and each time the food has been excellent. On this occasion we had bulgogi, balgeeguyee, and unfortunately I forgot what my wife ordered but it was a noodle dish with beef. All main dishes come with steamed rice. Each dish was flavorful and cooked to the proper doneness, nothing was over or under cooked. As we left we all agreed that Wa Gabose needs to be visited by those looking for an authentic Korean dining option. This is a great place to try new dishes or to get some dishes you've tried before but can't find anywhere else. I highly recommend dining at...

New Korean restaurant in town so you know definitely need to try it out. Very clean and simple layout and decor. Service was pretty fast even with what appears to be only one waitress and the owner(s) dropping off the the food and bussing. Was pleasantly surprised seeing Galbi-tang on the menu since I don’t believe any of the k restaurants serve it. Our order:

Galbi-tang: very light yet aromatic broth with the short ribs super tender. With a nice touch with tapioca noodles in there as well. However I felt the broth was a bit underseason and the short ribs were more of chunks off a beef cut like brisket or a roast, not the usual bone on short rib that I’m use too or seen from the restaurant I’ve had elsewhere.

Dolsat bibimbap: very well presented and tasty. Only thing off that rice was not crisped up on the bottom. That’s the key part of bibimbap

Salted mackerel: big pc of fillet …simple and comforting.

Galbi Ribs-although pricey but definitely the best tasting and most tender ShortRibs I’ve had in the valley.

Side dishes were very tasty as well…

Definitely coming back and hope to see quality and service...

This place is my go-to for great Korean food and excellent service! I’ve been here several times now and I highly recommend it. The seafood pancake is a must have. The chicken teriyaki is well seasoned and so tender. Their bulgogi is legit and so well made. The bimbimbap is great in the hot pot or without and the noodles in bean sauce are a must try (it’s a huge portion so definitely shareable). The appetizers are traditional with a few extra new items every time we come, and their kimchi can’t be beat! If you’re looking to try Korean food, this place is a must try. The service is always great even when they get busy. The owner always comes by each table to ask about the food and to see if you need a refill on the appetizers. So do yourself a favor and come give them a try. You won’t be...