Maru, which is an idiom for “a family room to eat and gather” in Korean, is a modern take on traditional Korean food!

Kay and Steve Kim brought their best game from DC to Charlottesville in 2018 and quickly won the admiration of downtown’s hungry public. Named one of the best new restaurants by C-Ville Weekly in 2019, Maru has brought a delicious diversity to lunch and dinner scenes on The Downtown Mall. Favorite dishes include the Kimchi Jeon and a classic Bimimbap.

Maru bustles at lunch-time when the business community is active. It’s open-kitchen style adds energy to a menu loaded with Korean flavors and creates a unique and memorable dining experience.