Charm Juk
If you're in the mood for a comforting, casual dining experience with a touch of class, Charm Juk is the place to be. Located at 2625 Old Denton Rd Ste 302 in Carrollton, TX, this charming restaurant specializes in traditional Korean porridge, or "juk," that’s sure to warm your soul. Whether you're stopping by for a quick bite or a leisurely meal with friends and family, Charm Juk offers the perfect atmosphere. The vibe is laid-back yet classy, with a moderate noise level that makes it ideal for both groups and families with kids.
One of the standout features of Charm Juk is their wide variety of delicious juk dishes. Their Oyster Juk is a fan favorite, offering a rich and flavorful combination of tender oysters and soothing rice porridge. If you're in the mood for something more hearty, the Chicken Juk is a go-to option, packed with tender pieces of chicken in a savory broth. For seafood lovers, their Crab Juk and Regular Abalone Juk provide a delightful taste of the sea, while the Beef Juk is perfect for those who prefer a more robust, meaty option.
The restaurant caters to a variety of tastes and dietary preferences, making it a great choice for both casual meals and special occasions. The atmosphere is welcoming, making it a great spot for family dinners, group hangouts, or even a quiet solo meal. The friendly service adds to the relaxed yet classy ambiance, ensuring you feel right at home while savoring every spoonful of your comforting juk.
No matter what you choose from the menu, Charm Juk promises a satisfying, heartwarming experience. Whether you’re craving something light and soothing or a heartier meal, you’ll find a dish that hits the spot. Perfect for any occasion, this cozy restaurant is a must-try for anyone in the Carrollton area looking for an unforgettable meal.
Reviews
Their abalone was good, wasn't as good as in Jeju, but it did very well and reminded me of being in Jeju :) their hot stone bibimpap was veryyyy delicious!!! I would recommend it 1000% the staff was very welcoming and very friendly.
If you like rice porridge/congee/juk, look no further. This is the only place in DFW that specializes in Korean rice porridge. It's a big chain from Korea too. The restaurant itself is very small and intimate, and there was only one employee running the whole place when my friends and I came. We ordered seafood mix, spicy octopus, and non-spicy octopus juk and beef bulgogi hot pot. The juk had a nice texture of porridge and the little side dishes that come with them complimented it very well. The spicy octopus wasn't as spicy as I was hoping it to be, but it was still pleasant. The seafood mix juk had significantly more seafood flavor than the three of the juks we ordered, so I highly recommend that one if you are not used to eating mild food like juk. The hotpot beef bulgogi which was basically a hot stone bibimbap was surprisingly pleasant for a restaurant that does not specialize in it. It had ample amount of meat and vegetables along with side of gochujang and specially seasoned soy sauce which actually paired very well with juk as well. Overall juk is juk and is a dish not known to be bursting with flavor, but rather mild and easy for your stomach, making it a perfect meal for breakfast or when you're sick. Don't expect to be served heavily seasoned food and you will enjoy it.
One of my favorite eats when in town. Such a small, authentic Korean porridge shop. Their menu consists of majority of the common types of Korean juk. My favorites are abalone juk and the tendon juk. Service is always friendly, they take a little longer to bring your food out. But it's understandable since porridge takes a little more time to prepare. The quality is always consistent.
I was excited to try Charm Juk because I never had Korean congee, and Charm Juk did not disappoint. I grew up on Chinese congee, so it's one of my favorite comfort food. We tried the spicy octopus and beef juk. Each came at a large bowl with small side dishes on a try. Good flavors and making this a great option for a cold day to have a large warm bowl of congee. Minor preference thing, my spicy octopus juk, while tasted really good, was overloaded with bean sprouts. Some may prefer it, but I felt like every bite is filled with sprouts and sometimes, I just want a nice mouth full of flavored rice.
Delicious porridge for any time of day and season! The pumpkin porridge (hobak juk) was amazing!!