There’s no place like HOM, or at least that is what scores of office workers in Downtown San Jose say. HOM Korean Kitchen is a fast-casual eatery that gets high marks from nine-to-fivers in the city, and when you start reading the reviews on social media, you’ll quickly understand why.

For folks who need to grab quick lunches every day, the ordinary sandwich and salad places can get old pretty fast. HOM offers a nice change of pace. Here’s how it works: choose your base (such as rice, grains, or salad), then your protein from a selection of tofu, chicken, pork, or veggies, then three sides. Vegans, vegetarians, and folks avoiding gluten or dairy will appreciate the flexibility, and Yelp reviewers note that the prices here are quite reasonable. Regulars debate over which items on the menu are tastiest, but the firecracker pork, barbecue chicken, and short rib all have substantial fan bases. Be sure to try the house-made ginger ale along with your meal!

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