Korean pub food · Station North

Kong Pocha

A late-night Korean spot on 20th Street with a cult following, best known for its Korean fried chicken. Good for a group sharing big pots of army stew after a show.

Checked as operating: October 2026. Hours change, so check before you go.

Known for
Korean fried chicken, army stew, kimchi pancakes
Where
12 W 20th St, Station North
Price
$$ · Moderate
Good for
Late night, Groups, Fried chicken

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Korean fried chicken (illustrative photo, not taken at this restaurant)Illustrative: Korean fried chicken, not taken at Kong Pocha

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What to order at Kong Pocha

  1. Korean fried chicken
  2. Curry omelet with rice and fried chicken
  3. Kimchi pancake
  4. Army stew
  5. Bulgogi

Dishes named in recent local coverage. Menus change with the seasons, so ask what is on today.

Good to know

  • Open late.

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About Station North

Station North is Baltimore’s arts district, around Penn Station, the Charles Theatre and the Maryland Institute College of Art. Small, chef-run places sit among galleries, studios and music venues.

  • Handy before or after a train from Penn Station.
  • Combine dinner with a show at one of the area’s small venues.

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What should I order at Kong Pocha?

Popular orders at Kong Pocha include: Korean fried chicken; Curry omelet with rice and fried chicken; Kimchi pancake; Army stew. Menus change, so check what is on the day you go.

Where is Kong Pocha?

Kong Pocha is at 12 W 20th St, in Station North, Baltimore.

How expensive is Kong Pocha?

It is moderate ($$) by Baltimore standards.

Has Kong Pocha won any awards?

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