Asian Food Lover’s Guide to Concord

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If you love Asian food, you’ve come to the right place! Whether you crave Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Thai, Filipino, Indian, Vietnamese, or Burmese, Concord offers dozens of delicious and authentic options.

1. PAPI CLARY'S

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Quickly becoming a local hot spot, Papi Clary's, started as a backyard operation just a few years ago and is already known for their buzzworthy spicy chicken sandwich and Birria menu items. Another must-try: sisig, a traditional favorite of the Philippines. 

2. TANG TANG TANG

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Tang Tang Tang is a new establishment favored by locals! The traditional menu offers a variety of popular Korean dishes, ox bone soups, and soondubu. You can try high-quality soups, meats, and gourmet Korean cuisine.

3. I LOVE TERIYAKI & SUSHI

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Located near Todos Santos Plaza, I Love Teriyaki & Sushi is a small, family-friendly restaurant offering a large menu of traditional Japanese food. Serving Concord for more than 20 years, they proclaim the freshest sushi & tastiest teriyaki around the Bay Area.

4. SWAGAT INDIAN CUISINE

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Located downtown, Swagat Indian Cuisine is known for their delicious butter chicken. They also offer an extensive menu with soups, salads, vegetarian and non-vegetarian entrees, tandoori dishes, and biryani entrees. 

5. OZORA SUSHI

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OZORA is a popular sushi house that features 60 unique rolls and teriyaki dishes. Located in Oak Grove Plaza, their cool, modern dining room adds to the overall experience. 

6. OHGANE KOREAN BBQ

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Ohgane Korean BBQ in Concord is part of the small Bay Area chain and is recognized by the MICHELIN Guide. Oghane prides itself on high-quality traditional food, an array of meat choices, and big portions for the whole family.  

7. MAMA'S LUMPIA

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From a home kitchen to a local favorite, Mama's Lumpia serves mouthwatering Filipino food daily, including its best-selling lumpia. They also serve garlic noodles, adobo-flavored wings, and a variety of Filipino desserts. 

8. MIKUNI

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Mikuni is a popular, modern Japanese restaurant known for their variety of aesthetically pleasing sushi rolls, sashimi, and party platters. Located in The Veranda shopping center, you will enjoy the stylish ambience as much as their great food. 

9. NEW LIM'S GARDEN

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Concord is home to more than ten Chinese restaurants that offer classic options from basic chow mein and wonton soup to more exotic fare. New Lim’s Garden is known for their tasty Hong-Kong style seafood dishes and other traditional menu items.

10. AUNG BURMA

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A great, must-try spot in Todos Santos Plaza, Aung Burma features authentic fare made from the freshest ingredients. Even if you've never experienced Burmese cuisine before, the bold and inspiring flavors will bring you back for more.  

11. THAI TABLE

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Thai Table serves delicious, traditional Thai cuisine including a variety of soup, curry, chicken & shrimp dishes. Located on Oak Grove Road, you can order ahead from their website or dine in.

12. NAAN N CURRY

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Indian food is known for its unique flavors and bold, traditional dishes, and Naan N Curry is a local favorite. Located near Todos Santos Plaza, the restaurant offers a variety of menu items made with lamb, chicken, and seafood. Gluten-free and vegan options are also available upon request.

13. SAIGON BISTRO

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Saigon Bistro is a small chain with locations around the Bay Area. Known for their Bahnmi sandwiches and classic pho, this authentic, affordable spot is a favorite with Concord locals. 

14. KEVIN'S NOODLE HOUSE

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Kevin's Noodle House, also known as Pho Huynh Hiep 5, claims the “Best Pho in Town”. The restaurant is known for its high-quality, fresh, and richest noodle soups, and grilled dishes offering an authentic taste of Vietnamese cuisine. 

15. KOREA HOUSE

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Korea House uses traditional Korean kitchen techniques to achieve authentic home-style flavors. They have a tempting selection of fried dumplings, rice cakes, delish Korean pancakes, and their classic glass noodle dish called the japchae.

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