Hankook Taqueria

Don't let appearances deceive you. Hankook Taqueria is a little rough around the edges, if 'rough' means a veritable shack in the middle of nowhere. There's not much to say or admire about the ambiance except to warn you to expect some grunge. But for all that, it's easy to see why they receive so much love from local diners when this little hole-in-the-wall serves up some solid Korean-Mexican fusion fare with very reasonable prices. Every taco, regardless of the chosen protein, was a measly $4, which made it easy for us to order to our heart's content. The husband and I were enormous fans of the fried proteins - the shrimp, calamari, and chicken - because they weren't only well-seasoned, but also a little hotter in temperature. The tofu didn't seem to receive as much love in the seasoning department, but I appreciated its presence on the menu for all the non-meat eaters out there. What surprised us most were the sesame fries, which can be ordered both as a side, or as a combo with two tacos (for ten dollars). I appreciated the barely-there whisper of sesame oil (because I've seen other fusion places ruin their fried taters with too much of it), and there's a light sprinkling of sugar. Yes, sugar. You'd think it'd be strange, but it added a little something special that set them apart from your average fry. And paired with their chipotle ketchup? Delicious. Service was efficient, with orders taken at the counter and having them delivered to our numbered placards within minutes. On a random Wednesday night, the tables were surprisingly full of hungry diners, and there was a steady line of takeout orders, which just speaks to how little the local populace cares about how this place looks. That said, the parking lot out front is a little small, so expect to get a little creative with carving out space for your car if there's a crowd inside.

They have the best fries here!! They have a unique seasoning and are served with a dipping sauce that's just a tad spicy and so yum. I also really love their tacos, shrimp and pork are my favorite. Any day I get to swing by is a cause for celebration 😄

This is one of the places I missed the most when I moved away from Atlanta! I was in town this weekend, and I stopped by with some friends. We ordered two taco combos (shrimp and chicken) and a side of a sesame fries. As always, the food was great! The atmosphere is super chill, and the service is fast. Prices are reasonable! There’s also a parking lot, which is free and convenient. The real highlight is the sesame fries! It’s my favorite thing on the menu, and if you’re only going to get one thing, it should definitely be the fries!

Went to try this place after seeing so many good reviews but I was a little bit disappointed given the expectations I had from it. But, it was alright, more like mid. When I had the first bite of my taco it tasted really good and I was really happy. As soon as I tasted the other tacos with different proteins in them, they all tasted the same and then I became really bored of getting the same taste from all three different tacos. The reason behind that was the sauce they used in all three tacos were so intense that the taste of proteins were overshadowed. Even I used lime on the tacos, still the sauce had the most prominent flavor. The burrito also had the same sauce inside it. The kimchi fries were alright. The french fries itself was really crunchy and tasted really good. Too much sauce and mayonnaise made them a little bit soggy in portions of the plate. The sauce used in here was quite similar to the sauce in taco but the kimchi in here probably saved me from having the same taste from it alike the tacos. Overall the food was alright, the portions were huge and the price was reasonable. Not the best Korean/Mexican fusion I’ve had in Atlanta. Overall it was good and my desire to try it is satisfied. They should try to bring out different flavors from different items. I would definitely tell you to try it once and see if it goes with your taste.

Pulling up I was definitely suspicious. There’s really no in the middle when it comes to dives but I was pleasantly surprised with my food! I got the $10 taco combo with a buffalo chicken and the sae woo crispy shrimp. The tortillas were a tad underwhelming but the flavors and sauces made up for it. Both were so tasty and I loved the sesame fries. They paired well with their spicy ketchup. Sweet, salty, a little spice—some of the best fries I’ve ever had. Great portions and prices, delicious food, and friendly service. Try it!