Incredible food. The meat was perfectly cooked across the board; We had the eel, octopus, beef and pork and the texture was amazing for each and packed with flavor. The staff was warm and helpful, happy to chat about everything on the menu. The space is small with a full view of the kitchen which was fun. I will absolutely be returning the next time I'm in Capitol Hill. read more

What a wonderful dining experience. My wife and I celebrated our anniversary here and were treated wonderfully. The space is beautifully decorated and has an inviting, cozy vibe. The owner/chef took time to describe the dishes as they were presented and truly made us feel at home and appreciated. Everything we ate was delightful! The standout was the Ori Guri (duck breast), which our server thankfully recommended. This is what dining out should be like. On a side note, I also truly appreciated they had physical menus and did not force us onto our phones to read it. read more

My friends rave about this place, so I had to check it out while being in town and, drumroll please....... I was so so impressed! This little place in Capitol Hill is so lovely, from their staff to their food, it's all great! Parking is okay, I happened to be lucky and find parking right in front but they do have a paid lot behind them. Otherwise it's Cap Hill, can't control that part. I came in on a Sunday around 6pm, and was able to easily get a group table for 7! It's a small place though, so I don't recommend following my example, but appreciate the staff for being super accommodating. We got there, and the server immediately recommended the whole fried chicken for our big group of course, and we obliged, and were fulfilled. The server was extremely kind and talked to us about the business, history behind tapas, etc. Thanks for the kindness and hospitality! The tapas were amaaaazing. Each bite was so flavorful, so delicious. The drinks also were delicious. Good drink, good tapas, what else could a girl ask for? Such a great time. My personal fav was the octopus; so well seasoned and well cooked. Yummy! This is the perfect date night spot or place to bring your friends to impress them! I'll be back for sure! read more

EAT Asian Tapas - whole fried chicken - Korean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I stumbled upon Eat Asian Tapas late one evening, and honestly, I'm still thinking about the wonderful experience several weeks later. This place nails the that perfect combination of super cozy atmosphere, attentive staff, and a menu that feels like a culinary adventure... but one that you can actually afford! I can't write a review about Eat Asian Tapas without gushing about the Wagyu Tartare I shared with my husband that night. It was definitely the star of the evening. It was silky, melt-in-your mouth perfection with just the right balance of heat and acid, and it felt like every bite was layered and deliberate. I loved it and can't recommend it highly enough! Everything else we tried that night was excellent. There is a wide variety of dishes at different price points, and the staff are excellent about suggesting drinks that pair nicely with each of the dishes. Yes, there's great tapas here, but there's an even more amazing drink list. I'd say the only downfall about this place is the parking. There appeared to be a parking lot around the corner with a $25 sign, but it was closed and empty. Ride share, walk, it doesn't matter... whatever you do, just check out Eat Asian Tapas. I hear the menu changes regularly, but if you ask loudly enough I'm sure they're keep any of our favorites on constant rotation. read more

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Wow just wow! This is a really nice place for a romantic date night or an intimate hangout spot for a small group. The service is authentic and charming! It is a small cozy spot with just a few tables but they really do make the best of the space. Ok now on to the food! Ttokboki + Potstickers (5/5) The ttokboki texture has the perfect amount of bounciness and the sauce that comes with it is so good it's addictive. The potsticker has a small amount of crunch but soft on the inside. I take that potsticker and also dip it with the ttokboki sauce as well. Chicken Ganjung (5/5) I saw someone write on Yelp that this is the best fried chicken in Capitol Hill. I put it to the test, and my taste buds absolutely agree. The delicate outside crunch, delicious sauce, and ultra soft and juicy chicken makes this a pleasure to eat to the very last bite. Beef Tartare (4/5) This beef tartare comes with thin slices of korean pear, pine nuts, micro greens and an egg yolk on top. It is recommended to mix all this up together. I think this is a very good flavorful dish but it is a tad on the salty side. It would be nice if this comes with some toasted bread to balance out the saltiness. Also, the meat came out slightly frozen which I asked them about and they said it's normal and by design but I prefer it to be warmed down a lot more for a more palatable experience. Terra Beer (5/5) This beer came out from a bottle but I really love that the glass was frozen so my beer tasted extra cold and crisp. This is one of those restaurants that truly value quality over quantity and that deep level of detail shines through the in the presentation, service and especially taste! This is a place not just to eat but to me an amazing culinary experience that's not going to break your bank. I'm so excited to come back and try everything else on the menu! read more

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Picture we have fried ebi with mayo (which is their take on honey walnut shrimp), soondubu, and Korean fried chicken. This is their soft opening. Personally, the fried ebi had way too much mayo on it. It was drowning. I think it was fried well, though with not too much batter. I also thought the Korean fried chicken didn't taste like traditional, Korean fried chicken though it was still tasty. I got more of the sweet chili sauce flavor than anything. Soondubu was on the sweet side which they warned us about. I thoroughly enjoyed it. They even offered to top off the broth for you. The service is amazing. The waiters were incredibly attentive. They even offered a sample of their Soju. I recommend the lychee one. They were playing a good R&B mix and I love R&B so I had a great time read more

EAT Asian Tapas - Korean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

A remarkable thing to be walking by late night only to discover the soft opening of E.A.T. Asian Tapas. I tried a few menu items including assorted tempura, skewers (octopus and shrimp), beef tartare and a spicy tofu soup. Yes it was a bit of food for one but I was celebrating for this new neighborhood venue, and chefs were ready to play. The staff consist of friends who happen to be hospitality professionals. I look forward to doing some entertaining here. The room is intimate and warm, inviting, comfortable. read more

We walked in (stumbled) after visiting the Doctor's Office (5*) which is next door. Tapas are my favorite style of food. Small plates to me really allow a smorgasbord of tastes. We were not disappointed. Everything was tasty and the selection was great. Bibimbap was super. Service was excellent and there was great value. For a casual surprise find it was a solid find and we will be back. read more

I have literally never left a review but this made me want to. Stumbled in here on a random date night, immediately met with such an intimate vibe and friendly collection of staff/chefs. We got the kimchi pancake, tempura ebi, spicy bbq pork, and beef bibimbap. We also got a highball and the fruit soju flight. I would opt for just a bottle of the lychee soju next time (which our server/chef did suggest), it really was the best of the flight. The spicy bbq pork and beef bibimbap had us smiling from ear to ear. Very tender and juicy with really great flavor, and a good portion size for two people. Kimchi pancake was close behind, we ate every crumb. We probably wouldn't get the tempura ebi again but hey, they can't all be winners!! Will be back with a larger group to try the beef tartare and whole fried chicken, and some more tapas. They're calling to us. read more

Last night was our 2nd time at this restaurant within 1 week and we were not disappointed. We had such an amazing time there. The food was sooo good and well presented. The service was phenomenal. The chef tailored the dishes to our likings. The restaurant was warm and cozy. We loved the ambiance there. read more

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Simply amazing! A cozy homey restaurant where Lil Pocha used to be -- never actually had Lil Pocha, but definitely didn't need to after enjoying my meal here at Eat Asian Tapas. Was pretty hungry so I ordered a good amount of food. - Yukhoe (11/10): Was my first time trying it and was divine -- perfect balance of sweet, savory, freshness, crunch from the Asian pear, nuttiness from the pine nuts and sesame oil, and a subtle garlicky kick. Good portion size too. Definitely coming back just for it! - Kuramomo Spicy Chicken Thigh skewer (6/10): Nice grilled flavor and tender, but a lil too salty and gochujang heavy for my liking. Small portion too. - Pork Belly Skewer (7/10): Nice grilled flavor as well, and classic pork belly goodness, but also small for the price. - Kimchi Cucumber (8.5/10): House-made and well seasoned, paired great with rice. - Spicy Pork Ssam Salad Roll (8/10): Like a Korean meat Viet spring roll. Refreshing and spicy pork had good flavor, had a surprising addition of bell pepper that I wasn't expecting haha, but solid portion size for the price. Other than that, service was incredible and friendly, and the ginseng soju shot was complementary! Highly recommend if you swing by Capitol Hill and hope it's here to stay! read more

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Eat Asian Tapas is such a great spot. I went with a group of seven and honestly every dish we ordered was amazing. The beef tartar was super fresh and flavorful, the escargot salad was bright and really well put together, and the Korean fried chicken was incredible. It is probably the most authentic Korean food I have had in the Seattle area. The service really made the night even better. Our server Ji Won was so attentive and welcoming. When the dishes came out, he took the time to prep them for us and explained the best way to eat everything, which made the whole experience feel extra special. The vibe is relaxed and chill, perfect for grabbing drinks and sharing great food with friends. If you want authentic Korean flavors, awesome service, and a laid back atmosphere, I definitely recommend checking out Eat Asian Tapas. read more

This place was cute and vibey, the soju was delicious, and the food was good! We got chicken gizzards (bomb), army stew, and a fried chicken skewer. They gave us free escargot salad for free (I was eying it anyway!) and that was great too. We tried the pineapple agave soju and it was so delishhh. To all the tequila lovers- try it, trust me. If you are craving Korean pocha food and want some soju, try this place for your next date night or girls night! read more

EAT Asian Tapas - Chicken gizzards! - Korean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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New favorite place in Cap Hill. Food is delicious and the owners are super nice and inviting. A++++ Try their sojus ‍ read more

I've been meaning to download yelp for this place! I don't write reviews a lot but holy smokes I think it was the best fried chicken I've ever had. Service at most any restaurant is nice but these folks are so kind and caring for their business. Please try this food because I want them to stay + very cute & clean interior We got the kimchi cucumber, Korean pancakes, fried rice (simple and elegant), spicy chicken wings and their house soju cocktails are delicious! read more

It is hard to find good food in Seattle when most of it is not really worth the hype, but Eat Asian Tapas just blew me away. Their most popular dish, which is a must try, is their steak tartare. The flavors of sesame combined with pear, pine nuts, and egg yolk, are all beautifully made to enhance the quality of the dish. Texture and flavor were truly a unique experience. We also had the shishito peppers and corn cheese esquites which were fun and yummy bites! As for main course, we had the tonkatsu pork and the galbitang. The tonkatsu was good as the sauce reminds me a bit of rosé, but slightly sweeter. It also came with the side of shredded cabbage with delicious sesame dressing and potato salad. Lastly, the galbitang was my favorite. The soup is light yet flavorful packed with umami. You can tell that the soup was made with high quality ingredients and love, like a home cooked dish. The beef was cooked to perfection as it was tender. Overall, chef/owner Ji was welcoming, kind, and helpful, making this whole experience and ambiance worth it. read more

EAT Asian Tapas - Tonkatsu and galibtang - Korean Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Came to this place to try a new restaurant. Honestly was extremely impressed, the service was top tier. The food even better, we had the tartare, green beans, shishito peppers, and bulgogi salad roll with pork. The presentation was amazing. Definitely will be coming back to enjoy this over and over again. Top restaurants I have eaten at in Seattle. Thanks to the staff and chef, this place is epic! read more

VERY NICE CRISPY CHICKEN, NOT DRY. Very good beer and soju. The ambiance amazing!! I recommend you all come here with your friends for amazing FRIED CHICKEN AND BEER. read more

I've been meaning to stop by since I noticed the new sign and remodel. What once was Imo Pocha (and then Lil Pocha) is now a higher-end kitchen and bar with a carefully crafted menu of small plates and large plates. Every dish I tried was thoughtfully made. The staff were very attentive and kind to have not charged us for a mistaken order, even after we refused because it was such a delicious surprise. The soft tofu spicy nabe had a great beef and fish soup base that really sung. Not pictured are the fried chicken skewers and vegetable skewers. The fried chicken skewer was a perfect balance of crunchy and saucy with all dark meat. I hope this iteration of a Korean bar at this location sticks around! read more

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Best tteok-boki on the Hill! A few Korean restaurants in Capitol Hill have closed recently (Lil' Pocha, Soju Anju) so I was relieved when EAT opened up. I can say with confidence this is the best Korean food you can get on Capitol Hill right now. It's quaint, has a large menu of options, and the service is excellent. They take reservations but we walked in and were seated right away. It feels like you are in a small, family-owned restaurant in the big city. While we were there, one of our table neighbors bought the entire restaurant shots of melon soju. If you want to feel community, eat excellent and comforting delicious Korean food, then look no further! We will definitely be coming back. read more

The food was phenomenal, the whole fried chicken was so good and the fried rices were so good we had to order 3 of them, the samgyupsal was amazingly juicy and crispy. And great drink recommendations. read more

My partner and I were looking for a place to eat late at night after a concert, and I'm so glad we stumbled upon this place! The staff are so passionate and friendly, they give the best recommendations and take such pride in their products. The small plates allow for such great attention to detail. Everything we tried was delicious! Highly recommend. read more