Lico J.

Very casual and friendly Korean spot serving hearty, comforting soup dishes. Perfect for a rainy or cold day in Chi-town when you're craving something warm. Probably not a destination restaurant, but definitely worth a stop if you're in the neighborhood.

Bailey C.

My first time at Claypot and it definitely will not be my last. Their soup is super hearty, delicious and comes in a bigger pot than expected. The taste is clean. Perfect go to spot for yummy soup especially when you are feeling soupy or need a pick me up when you are not feeling too good. #5 wang galbitang is a classic soup that comes with massive beef ribs that are tender. #7 soondubu were okay to me. It is a lighter and cleaner version compared to SGD. This will be one of my soup spots in the future. Their service is friendly and the food came out hot!

Nolan F.

1. Woogeoji Wang Galbitang 우거지 왕갈비탕 - Spicy Woogeoji Mixture w/ Ribs 2. Special Yangji Seolleongtang - Yangji w/ a Double Portion of Meat 3. Black Goat Soup 흑염소탕 - Braised Goat with Perilla Leaves, Perilla Seed Powder, Chives, Woogeoji 4. Woogeoji Seolleongtang 우거지 설렁탕 - Spicy Ox Bone Broth with Brisket, Shank, and Napa Greens Great broth flavor across the different kinds we got^. The non spicy seolleongtang is the most mild and black goat soup has the strongest flavor profile; all good and up to you what you're craving. Spicy soups need to be spicier. My ribs were tender and fall off the bone. If you have a big stomach, this isn't the most satiating Korean dish for the price but at least it's perfectly executed. Service was good. Good amount of seating inside.

Lawrence M.

This spot is a real hidden treasure! We dropped by one night when we were out late in the burbs (they close at 11pm). Wasn't really expecting much, but was very pleasantly surprised. The food was spectacular and quite authentic, I have been to Korea many times and the dishes here were superb in comparison. The service was fast and friendly, and the prices are reasonable. They also have a nice Korean beer and soju selection. Highly recommend!

Katherine Y.

super super friendly service, a great little spot in what i heard is the koreatown of chicago. now that it's gotten colder, Seolleongtang was the perfect dish to indulge in. the broth was super tasty and hearty! the woogeoji wang galbitang was also delicious! and was absolutely overflowing with meaty bones, we even had leftover to take home. a highlight of our meal was the squid cakes! we got this as an app and it was so yummy and crispy on the outside but soft on the inside, filled with yummy squid flavor. i've had other korean pancakes but this was different in its little dense cake form and was a great addition to the seollangtang.

Stacey W.

Had a great meal here on a weekend evening. The place was not busy when we first arrived but as the evening went on more tables did fill up. The menu specializes in seolleongtong. We ordereda modeum seolleongtong, Wang galbitang and a beef bulgogi hot pot. Each order comes with a bowl of rice and side dishes to share at the table- kimchi, radish and onions/jalapeno. The soups were all really good. For the seolleongtong you have to add some salt to the dish that is left table side. The wang galbitang- you get 3 large beef ribs and there is plenty of meat on them. The bulgogi hot pot was nice too with lots of different stuff in the pot. The service is great with the staff very attentive. And at the end of your meal you are given a small probiotic drink.

Joah K.

I haven't been to Claypot in years. I didn't love it back then when they opened (thought the soup was mid and overpriced), so I just never went back. I recently went again with my friends who are regulars and had a very pleasant time. We ordered tteok galbi, squid cake, two ttukgejang (spicy beef broth), and modeum suyuk with extra tendon, plus Korean beer and soju. My friends always say the food here is perfect with drinks, and I get it now. The broth is refreshing and makes it so easy to drink with your meal. Everything was solid, but my favorite was the ttukgejang. Deep flavor, fresh ingredients, and the kimchi + kkakdugi sides were SO GOOD. When a Korean spot has good sides, you can assume the mains are gonna be good too. The tendon in the suyuk was great and super tender, but I personally like mine a little chewier. Both appetizers were tasty. I still need to go back and try their ox bone soup since that's what they're known for. Service was awesome, and they even gave us fried dumplings on the house (my friend's a regular and it was her birthday). Perfect spot for a chilly day. Definitely going back for the ox bone soup and the giant beef rib broth with ribs!

Kangni X.

Cute home style Korean soup restaurant! I wanted to try their ox bone soup but my bf wanted the giant beef ribs so we ended up getting the Galbi tang. The meat was so soft and good amount of flavor. I used the scissors to cut the meat into small pieces in the soup. I wish there was more veggies in the soup. The ox bone soup had an option with Napa but not the beef rib soup. The bossam was really good! The meat wasn't too fatty. The raw oyster was fresh and tangy. I used the scissors to cut them smaller. Could use more raw garlic slices. The samjang was tasty. I wish they included lettuce for wraps. Overall the meats were great. Flavors are solid. Could use more veggies. Maybe I need to get them a la cart. Would love to come back for the ox bone soup. The banchan is radish cubes, kimchi and soy sauce jalapeños. I would have preferred cucumber or bean sprouts over Jalapeños but the radish and kimichi were good. They're generous with refills.

Vivi Z.

I immediately came here when I knew winter was coming. It was super cold and rainy on the day I came which means soup season is finally here. I ordered my usual beef ribs soup, and this place never disappoints me. I love it when they give scissors to make it easier to cut the meat off the bones. I love it that the soup is so simple yet so flavorful. I took my friends here and they loved it a lot. My friend said that she's going to add this to her to go to soup place list because it's just so good. The service is always very top notch here and they're always checking up on you to make sure everything is OK. The place is very spacious and they have seats for all types of groups whether you're going in pairs or party of 10. My partner got his usual beef, Bulgogi hot pot and he loves it because it's more on the sweeter side than savory. I can't wait to come back more often as we actually enter winter in Chicago.

Tina T.

Claypot really hit the spot! The restaurant was clean, bright and aromatic. The smell of flavorful broth simmering permeated the room. We were pleased with our choices on a cold Fall evening. The beef ribs were tender but not quite fall off the bone. I liked that kitchen shears were provided along with utensils. The broth was rich and flavorful without being overly salty. One order was very filling. The tendon mixed with chives, onions, jalapeños was very tasty. It was not overly spicy-- but definitely had some heat to every bite. The texture was a great combination of the soft gelatinous tendons with the fibrous crunch of the chives and onions. The staff were exceptionally friendly and attentive. The marathon race bibs and medals wall decor stood out to me due to the sheer number of them! It made the ambiance feel casual, really informal and laid back. I liked that it felt relaxed while enjoying our meal!

Karyn M.

My friend is a fan of seolleongtang, ox bone soup, and wanted to try this place. Locally owned place, the parking lot was crowded as well as in the back of the building (by the laundromat). It was crowded inside as well, with many groups and families dining. We weren't sure if we were supposed to go up to the counter to order so we waited and a server came to take our order. My friend ordered the yangji seolleongtang and I tried the galbi marinated pork. We enjoyed the pickled radish. It did take a long time for our dishes to come out, although it was worth it. My friend raved about the soup, and claimed it made them feel better. My sizzling dish was very tasty and a very generous portion -- I ended taking leftovers home. Will come back to try the soup.

Frances Y.

Food was amazing and quite authentic. Good service. Limited parking space. Will return again

Krista Y.

Great spot for affordable seolleongtang, galbi tang, and more. I don't know if the broth is the best in the area, but it satisfies the craving! The kimchi is pretty good too. The bossam with kimchi and oysters is surprisingly delicious even though it's not the specialty. They give a yogurt drink at the end, which is a nice surprise. I feel like a lot of restaurants have stopped doing this because of costs. It's located next to/behind Hmart. Parking can be limited at times, but it's very convenient if you want to grab a warm meal before grocery shopping.