If you’re not used to a hot pot, or never tried, they have comfort Korean dishes available to order. Since there was 3 of us we ordered a medium of the recommended spicy pork bone soup and an order or Bibimbap. Note that Korean food is a spicy for the average taste so expect full flavor. Also with your order Korean dishes tend to serve a complimentary appetizer of “banchan” or Korean vegetable side dishes. The ambiance feels like your at right home in a South Korean restaurant.

Jomaru Gamjatang Korean Hot Pot San Diego, California Chuck and I had dined at a few Hot Pot Restaurants recently. Most of those were Japanese or Chinese Hot Pots. We have never tried a Korean Hot Pot Restaurant before so we decided to try Jomaru which is a franchise from South Korea. The restaurant was decorated nicely and the tables had induction burners for the Hot Pot. The service was excellent and our waitress was very informative and very friendly. She explained in detail the menu items for the Hot Pot and there were several you can choose from. She was very attentive and also very personable. The prices were very reasonable for a Hot Pot Restaurant. $40.00 for a medium Hot Pot for two and $55.00 for a large Hot Pot for three people. Since this was our first time we decided to order their most popular Hot Pot which was Gam Ja Tang which is a Spicy Pork Bone Soup. Before we receive our Banchan which were all delicious. I especially loved the Kimchi and the Korean pepper. Along with the Hot Pot dish you can order several "Add On" items such as Ramen, Udon, Potato Pasta, etc. We decided to get the Seasoned Napa Cabbage, Ramen, and Fried Rice which is served near the end of the meal. All those were a great and delicious accompaniment to the Hot Pot. The Hot Pot was filled with lots of meat, mushrooms, Perilla Leaves, Potato, and some other vegetables. The Broth was delicious and just had enough spice or heat to tickle your throat. The meat was tender. The fried rice came near the end if the meal which was also delicious. You can also order some of thier specialty dishes which is found on the other side of the Menu. You will find Bulgogi, Bibimpap, Pork Cutlet, California, etc. Overall I would definitely return to dine here. The service was fantastic and the food delicious

The experience and food tonight by was so good! We ordered the pork tonkotsu, spicy pork bone broth, and galbi. Everything came out really fast, food was fresh and crispy. We were extremely satisfied! The portions were huge so we probably have leftovers for at least a few more meals. Would 10/10 recommend!

Nicole Retama

Everything was absolutely delicious. The shrimp dumplings were hands down the best—fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The beef chow fun was just as good, full of flavor and cooked just right. We were seated quickly with only about a 10-minute wait, which was a huge plus. On top of that, the service was amazing—our server Brandon was attentive, friendly, and made us feel very welcome from start to finish.

Roxanne Wang

Every bite was oink-credibly delicious and left me wanting more! 🐷 On top of the fantastic food, our server Cam was fantastic—super friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. The service was smooth, the vibes were great! 🍜🤤🥟

Chloe Renee Bautista

Place is so delicious I literally came here twice in ONE TRIP. INSANE. First time I got the beef chow fun and bulgogi roll and I ascended into heaven. Right now currently I'm eating the red-braised pork belly bowl and I am also ascending. Kayla was sooo so nice and my whole group loved her recommendations

Zack S.

I write reviews often, and Steamy Piggy absolutely earns every word of this one. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was relaxed, welcoming, and full of good energy. The food was everything you hope for when you dine out—delicious, balanced, comforting, and clearly made with intentional care. Each dish felt fresh and thoughtfully prepared, and the flavors were bold without ever being overpowering. But what truly made the experience memorable was the service. Our server, Kayla, was outstanding. She was attentive in a natural, unforced way—checking on us just when we needed something, offering helpful suggestions, and bringing a genuine warmth that made the meal feel more like hospitality than service. She smiled through the busy moments, stayed patient, and made sure we were taken care of from start to finish. Steamy Piggy is the rare place where great food meets genuine care for the guest experience. The combination of comforting dishes, inviting atmosphere, and Kayla’s thoughtful service turned a dinner out into something special. Highly recommended—and we’ll definitely be back.

Ben Coker

My wife and I had an awesome dinner at Steamy Piggy. I ordered the Piggy Bao and a Chicken Roll, and my wife got the Bulgogi Chow Mein with sautéed bok choy. The Piggy Bao was massive and the pork belly was incredibly tender—so good I wish I’d ordered a second but one is pretty filling. The Chicken Roll was also huge and super satisfying but no way we could finish it. The bok choy was cooked perfectly (not stringy or overdone), and my wife absolutely loved her chow mein and said she’d 100% order it again. Kayla our server was super sweet and gets credit for the recs. Great food, generous portions, and everything was packed with flavor. We’ll definitely be back!

Luciano Orozco

Delicious food! We ordered the Thai Tea, Bulgogi Chow Mein, Piggy and Bulgogi Bao, and the Soup Dumplings. Everything was 10/10. Definitely coming back. Aaron was a great server. Always smiling and very attentive.

Pablo Lucero

We were looking for a place to eat in Convoy and found the best! Rice was great, wings were crispy and seasoned. The soup dumplings were the best. Thank you Kayla your great service. :)

Brooke Dominguez

This was our first time in and we were not disappointed. We enjoyed the bao bun flight along with the red-braised pork belly bowl and both were delicious! Cam, our waiter, was really attentive and we appreciated his service.

Jonathan Rodriguez

Decided to try this restaurant with my family and we were pleasantly surprised. I ordered the Bulgogi Rice Bowl and the Shio Ramen Bowl, both of which looked beautiful and tasted fantastic. Our server, Kayla, provided excellent customer service—friendly, attentive, and welcoming. The outdoor seating area is thoughtfully set up with propane-powered heat posts, perfect for cooler weather. As soon as we walked in, the warm, cozy, and homey atmosphere made the place feel like a true local gem. Overall, a great dining experience that we’d gladly return for.

Kona He

Food: delicious, got a tonkotsu ramen, braised pig belly, bok choy, and chili oil wontons. Ramen had a rich broth without being too salty. Pig belly was not too sweet, tender, and had generously sized chunks. Bok choy was steamed fairly plain but still full of flavor. Chili wontons were a little spicy but nothing I couldn't handle. Service: courteous servers, (thank you Lia!) fast service, and they were happy to answer questions Atmosphere: tons of plants plus there was a tv playing videos about asian food and history

Nicholle Willis

Beautiful interior! A few of the food dishes were amazing and definitely worth coming back: we really adored the bulgogi roll and piggy bao (gyro-looking thing). The Kawaii buns were adorable!! And delicious 😋 We also tried the soup dumplings, bulgogi fries, and potstickers, but those were lackluster tbh 😅 Lauren was a doll! They only had two people on the floor, so things were slow but we wanted to chill and chat so it worked well for us.

+5

Elizabeth Rabena

Cute name, cute restaurant, friendly staff, delicious food! Cam was our server and was a delight—very cheerful & helpful! We ordered the Soup Dumplings and the Piggy, Bulgogi, and Chicken Bao Buns — wow!! Scrumptiously presented, and everything was so flavorful. We ended with the most adorable Kawaii Dessert Buns! We’ll be back again to “get steamy” with y’all!

+1

Britney Huang

Came to SD for a concert and stumbled upon Steamy Piggy! This place is one of those places that’s hard not to love — super cute decor, creative Asian fusion dishes, and a fun, cozy vibe that makes it perfect for a weekend brunch. We got the Red braised pork belly!! So good! Even the soy sauce based glaze over rice was enough to have me licking my plate! The piggy custard buns are so cute and yummy 😋 also our server Cam and Tim were amazing! We are from LA but visiting this place and meeting the nice people makes me want to stay as SD has a special place in my heart now 💕

TAL

So I randomly picked Steamy Piggy since I was near Convoy. I'm soooo happy I did. Not a huge place but plenty of seating including outside. (which I think is cooler) Pink, eclectic decor. My waiter, Cam, was super nice, informative, and real easy on the eyes. 😂 Your food will come out in the order it is prepared. Everything is hot and fresh. Everything was DELICIOUS! I'm going to have to come back to try everything that I wanted to. Not to mention that my new addiction is the Bulgogi Roll. The broth in the Chili Wonton was so freaking delectable I drank it like soup. The wonton were thin and yummy. As for my original quest, the Soup Dumplings... They were good. Hot, plenty of broth. I wish they'd been a wee bit thinner but I am spoiled about them. My quest continues! Also, the galaxy lemonade is worth a try. The Kawaii buns looked cute as hell. A lady next to me let me try a piece. Hot and, yep yummy. Parking might be hard depending on day/time. No cash accepted. Bring your card

+11

Orlando Tellez

The Steamy Piggy totally blew me away! The selection of food options was incredible, and I absolutely loved it. I'm from San Antonio, TX, and I'll definitely be returning just for the Steamy Piggy. And on top of that, our waiter (Cam) was amazing - so attentive and gave us fantastic recommendations. If you visit, make sure to ask for CAM!

+4

Sabrina Iriarte

Our server Cam was the BEST EVER! Amazing service. Thank you cam! I had such a great experience with The Steamy Piggy. The food was delicious—fresh, flavorful, and hit the spot. Service was quick and efficient, but still super friendly. Everything came out hot and perfectly cooked. Definitely coming back again soon! Highly recommend if you’re craving something tasty and satisfying.

This restaurant is said to be a branch from Korea, and the interior definitely feels authentically Korean. It’s very clean, and the walls are filled with photos of Korean celebrities, so it really seems like a place that’s also popular in Korea. The side dishes were delicious too—especially the potatoes. The seasoning was so good that we asked for extra several times! For the main dish, we ordered their signature pork bone soup. The broth was rich and flavorful, and you can adjust the spice level if you want it spicy. All the ingredients were very fresh. The pork bones were cooked until the meat was super tender, and the portions were huge—more than enough for two people. We couldn’t finish it and ended up taking the rest home. It was very satisfying. The staff helped with cooking and explained the dishes, making the whole dining experience really pleasant. Overall, it’s definitely worth a try! Great flavor, generous portions, and a must-visit spot for anyone who loves pork bone soup.

The taste was pretty good! Just average for Korean food! This spicy pork stone pot rice wasn't particularly amazing! But it was alright.

Hot soup is generlly nice. Such a nice option for those who love Korean style tang menu. However, tonkatsu is not a good choice on the menu of Gamjatang place. It tastes a bit overcooked. They did kindly provide the new one, but it tasted slightly overcooked again. Maybe the oil was the problem. Anyway, I highly recommend this place for Gamjatang.

Gam Ja Tang (Pork Spine Bone & Potato Soup) is their famous and signature dish. It is pretty awesome. You are supposed to do a fried rice (with cheese) on the same pan to finish your meal, and that is indeed the way to go. BUT, I made the mistake of not finishing everything, all the soup (with meat that I spent 5 minutes to pick out), and they actually threw those away to put in the fried rice (I veru much regretted that). Otherwise, its an overall good experience (both food & service)

Anton Von Draco

I had been wanting to try this place for a while, and overall, it’s a decent spot. The service truly stands out: the staff are attentive, friendly, and take the time to explain the menu and offer thoughtful recommendations. That said, the food itself didn’t quite live up to the hype for me. I came mainly for the dumplings, which were good but not memorable enough to draw me back. I also tried the Pork Bao and the Chicken Taco: generous portions, but the flavors just weren’t to my taste. One downside was the number of flies around, which made it hard to fully enjoy the meal. And as with most places on Convoy Street, parking was a real challenge: it took me over 25 minutes to find a spot on a Saturday. Excellent service, average food, and a tricky parking situation; worth trying once, but probably not a repeat visit for me.

+1

Despite having high expectations for the flavor, particularly the ox broth soup, the dish was disappointing. The Bulgogi is pretty good 👍

I tried the Korean Gamja-tang and it really upset my stomach.I've been running to the bathroom non-stop. So, this restaurant is off my list for good.

We went because the place had great reviews, but honestly, it was just okay. The food was fine, nothing special, but good enough. The Korean pancake seemed to have shrimp and squid in it, but they were chopped so finely that it was hard to tell. The service wasn’t as good as people said, either. The staff didn’t seem very friendly.

Lora Lee

Just an average spot. I think i was expecting a little more seeing the reviews. Nothing too standout, but nothing was bad either. Friendly service, plenty of seating. The Potstickers were a little greasy, but good flavor. Shrimp dumplings were my fave. The bao bun was loaded with meat. Fast service, very casual.

Porsche B.

I haven’t been to Steamy Piggy in years, but I remember it was delicious. The braised pork belly was a 10/10 the only issues is it used to be a soft boiled egg. The egg I got was hard boiled (apparently that’s how they come )CAM was great as a server. The soup dumplings were just okay, barely had any soup in them.

Zachary Saleh

Well I turned down the free drink for positive review offer because I do not have a positive review for them. First off we waited 1 hour and 20 minutes after being told our wait was gonna be 35 minutes max. We got the Bulgogi roll, soup dumplings, and bbq pork boazi. The bulgogi roll pancake outside was very wet and soggy with grease, the bulgogi also very greasy but decent flavor. The soup dumplings were no better than store bought, super underwhelmed with those. Finally our bbq pork boazi’s was the worst thing we ate all night, flavor wasn’t there at all for what little filling there even was and the boa part of it was soggy and starchy while also lacking flavor. Do not be fooled by the impressive amount of positive google reviews they have all been bribed for with a free drink. Super disappointing will never back, so many other great places on Convoy to spend your money.