Welcome to Gah Rham
At Gah Rham, nestled in Beltsville, MD, culinary tradition meets modern flair, offering an unforgettable journey through Asian fusion and authentic Korean cuisine. Inspired by rich cultural heritage, the restaurant proudly presents a diverse menu abundant in vegetarian options and sizzling barbecue delights. Each dish, from homemade dumplings to spicy stews, is crafted with freshness and passion, evoking the warmth of home-cooked meals. The inviting atmosphere, complete with outdoor seating and accommodating staff, sets the stage for memorable gatherings. Whether dining in or enjoying takeout, Gah Rham promises an authentic experience that resonates with the heart and palate.
- 5027 Garrett Ave Beltsville, MD 20705 United States Hotline: (301) 595-4122
Welcome to Gah Rham, a hidden gem nestled in Beltsville, Maryland. This delightful restaurant specializes in Asian fusion with a focus on authentic Korean cuisine. Addressed at 5027 Garrett Ave, Gah Rham invites food lovers to explore a vibrant menu brimming with flavor and tradition. With options for delivery, takeout, and onsite dining, it’s perfectly designed to cater to your culinary needs.
From the moment you step inside, you're welcomed by a cozy, intimate atmosphere ideal for gatherings, whether it's a casual meal or a festive celebration. The establishment proudly boasts wheelchair accessibility and ample parking, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the rich tapestry of Korean flavors offered here.
- Appetizers that Shine:
- Goon Mandu - These homemade pan-fried dumplings are full of savory beef, pork, and vegetables, making them a perfect starter.
- Dukbokki - A classic Korean dish of rice cakes in a spicy sauce, it’s a must-try for spice enthusiasts.
- Seafood Pajun - This Korean-style pancake features succulent seafood and scallions, perfect for sharing.
- Soul-Warming Soups:
- Galbi Tang - A hearty soup featuring tender beef short ribs and delicious egg drops.
- Kimchi Chigae - A rich and spicy stew combining kimchi, tofu, and pork.
- Flavorful Porridges:
- Junbok Juk - Rice porridge with sliced abalone, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Yachae Juk - This vegetable porridge offers a lighter, wholesome option.
According to customers, Gah Rham strikes a perfect balance between authenticity and atmosphere. One reviewer raves, "The food was incredible and the service was fast!" while another emphasizes the restaurant's ability to create an experience that feels homemade and genuine. With many vegetarian options and a thoughtful selection of banchan (Korean side dishes), Gah Rham caters to a variety of dietary preferences.
One standout aspect of Gah Rham is its ability to bridge cultural experiences. Whether enjoying a quiet meal away from the bustling Korean BBQ grills or indulging in a shared pot, every dish is crafted with attention to detail, echoing the warmth of traditional Korean hospitality. Staff are friendly and attentive, ensuring that your experience is as delightful as the food itself.
In short, Gah Rham is more than just a dining location; it’s a heartwarming journey into Korean cuisine that promises both great flavors and a welcoming atmosphere. So, if you're in the area and in search of authentic Korean dishes enriched with innovative flair, look no further than Gah Rham. Give them a call at (301) 595-4122 and prepare for a taste sensation that will leave your palate singing.

Food was incredible and service was fast! We went on a Thursday night around 6:00 PM and there was hardly anybody seated. The staff is very friendly!

Came here and tried the Korean Barbeque. I am Korean who is traveling from South Korea. The food is amazing and very authentic!!!!! Thank you for the top notch meal!!

LOVE LOVE LOVE this place for all my Korean foods in college park. This is actually my favorite go to spot to order to go Korean food when I'm craving it (since I don't usually like going to places that does Korean bbq cause I always end up smelling like it even if I don't get it) but came here with my boyfriend one day to actually sit down and dine in. Right off the bat since we weren't interested in doing Korean bbq, they ended up sitting us farther away from the grills and more on the table side of the restaurant, so it helped we wouldn't end up smelling like meat which was a huge plus for both of us. They also seem to be cooking some of the Korean bbq items for other tables at the grill tables and brought them over to tables so they didn't need to cook it which I thought was quite interesting. I will say that the food is quite pricey but they do give pretty big portions sizes for everything and plenty of free side dishes that all were really good. This restaurant seems like a very traditional Korean run restaurant making the food taste so much more authentic, almost like a home cooked meal which is what I look for in a good Korean restaurant. We ended up getting the galbi tang and gam ja jungol, which was a hot pot casserole dish. The galbi tang was super rich and flavorful while the casserole dish had so many pieces of pork that it was almost hard to finish all of it. The casserole dish is pretty much already cooked when they bring it out, however it's best to let it slimmer for a bit as the meats on the pork neck ended up falling off the bone and it really adds more flavor to the overall soup. I didn't enjoy how thick the soup base was as it seemed like it was mostly the Korean pepper that make the soups spicy making it super grainy and not the kind of soup I was looking for that day. But honestly you can't go wrong with any of the dishes here as I have pretty much tried all the soups and they are all fantastic and all have so much flavor. Like I said the portion size is a huge plus as most of the time it's almost like have 2 meals in one since I could never finish it all in one sitting. Anytime I am craving good Korean food in college park, this will always be the spot I turn to in order to get some. Great place to check out if you're ever in the area and can't recommend this place enough to people!

Hidden gem. Normally we go to Da rae won when we are out this far, but this restaurant also makes auch tasty food. My favorite things to order here are the dumplings and the osam bokeum. The dumplings are always piping hot and perfectly fried, the osam bokeum is better than I've had anywhere else. It's a sizzling plate of spicy pork belly and squid. The tang so yuk ( sweet and sour pork) is also very good but I'd get the sauce on the side so you can reheat later and it will still be crispy. Banchan is also super tasty.

The casserole is just under $50 and enough for two probably three or four (depending on how much you eat). And of course you get banchan (Korean apps) and I was famished when I arrived from 3 hours of working out and swimming. Although far from the rest of DC, but it was so awesome eating it!!! Ambiance is clean and homey Korean place! Service is nice and attentive. Bathrooms are clean. And plenty of free plaza parking!

I was in the neighborhood and had a taste for Korean food. I realized I had never been here, so it was time to change that. I was prepared to indulge in KBBQ.... but all the KBBQ tables were actually occupied, and I was kinda hungry, so I opted to just grab the regular table. All that to say, the place is spacious enough, but while it was full it didn't feel chaotic, and that's a great thing! I got water almost immediately and was given a menu. I decided to get the shrimp/veggie shumai and dukbokki (tteokbokki), which is a delicious rice cake (not the Quaker brand ones) soupy dish... I decided to get the one with seafood in it. I was pleased when the massive platter came out with four banchan dishes, including potatoes, kimchi, beansprouts and cucumber. I loved them all! The dukbokki was bomb -- though I will say some of the shrimp was extra chewy, and some seafood was still in its shell. Being a soupy dish as it was, it was kind of messy to isolate that and get to the meat -- but that's not enough to take away from delicious everything was. After the shumai and dukbokki, I was beyond full... but still very happy. Next time I will return to do the KBBQ. Looking forward to it!

"I know Nick told you the truth about my mom, but you didn't like me the second I got here. Why is that?" Rachel Chu inquires of Nick's mother as the green and white tiles of Mahjong swirl around the table, to be discarded and picked up by Eleanor Young, Rachel herself, and the two women who speak Hokkien who act as both audience members and bystanders. "There is a Hokkien phrase," Eleanor responds: 'Kaki lang.' It means "our own kind of people. And you're not our own kind." "'Cause I'm not rich? 'Cause I didn't go to a British boarding school or I wasn't born into a wealthy family?" "You're a foreigner. American. And all Americans think about is their own happiness." What if, instead of occurring in a Singaporean game parlor, that iconic conversation occurred in Gah Rham (restaurant), at 5027 Garrett Avenue in Beltsville, Maryland, in the intimate yet memorable dining space set apart by sliding ornate doors? And what if, instead of Mahjong, the game were Yut Nori, also known as cheok-sa, a traditional Korean board game in which two opponents or two opposing teams cast or throw the yut-sticks? Would Rachel, an internationally acclaimed scholar of game theory, still hold an advantage unbeknownst to Eleanor? Or would both Rachel and Eleanor be distracted by the food order that might have already been placed by the two other women--an order that just happened to match my wife's? A10 - seafood pajun - Korean style pancake mixed with scallion F1 - eel gui with doenjang jigae (grilled eel with soy bean paste stew) - Grilled Eel with soy bean paste stew H1 - Galbi tang - Tender beef short rib, glass noodles, egg drops, radish & scallions soup H2 - yookgae jang - Shredded beef & scallions in a spicy broth H8 - kimchi chigae - Spicy pork, kimchi tofu & rice cake stew N3 - Bibim naengmyeon - Sliced beef & vegetables over cold buckwheat noodles with spicy mixing sauce S4 - O-Sam bokeum; add noodle - Stir fried squid & pork belly, vegetables in hot & spicy sauce. We may never have gotten the moment in which Rachel, "a poor, raised by a single mother...immigrant, nobody," defeats Eleanor at Mahjong, the moment upon which Eleanor finally understands that she could lose her son forever, that she must honor Nick's choice, and, above all else, that Rachel Chu is a worthy addition to the Young family legacy.