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Be sure to book a reservation just in case. This is an Asian fusion inspired restaurant with flavors that enlighten your palate with warm and savory dishes, leaving you cleaning every plate on the table. The roasted halibut with the nori puree provided a creamy pairing for the savory dish. A side of Chinese broccoli and salad added the right amount of wonderful greenery to the table leaving us full and refreshed from a health dinner.
Joule offers a nice twist on Korean food in a small, cozy setting. It's a great date night spot if you're looking for something a little classier, but still casual. The food was delicious and the meat was tender. Our favorite dish was the Chinese scallion pancake. Their drinks also didn't disappoint. Although, their portion sizes are pretty small for the price, and I wouldn't recommend planning on sharing entrees, but sharing appetizers is okay. The restaurant is small and can get packed, so make a reservation. Despite being busy, the staff and chefs keep up with the crowd well and are friendly. Overall, Joule is a little expensive, but worth trying once if you like Korean fusion food.
Very chill nice vibes here! They offer really interesting asian fusion dishes here. Got the spciy rice cake (with chorizo, pickled mustard green), "that" short rib steak (kalbi, grilled kimchi), chinese scallion pancake with smoked salmon roe & creme fraiche. The presentation of the item was great! I thought the most interesting out of the three is the chinese scallion pancake as they added a very unique twist with the smoked salmon roe and creme fraiche, first time eating it like this!
Rice cakes with chorizo was yummy, the duck breast was a bit standard but tender and the burger was unique and tasty. I would say overall a good restaurant! The service was good but I will say the automatic 22% charge was rough, but they waitresses were kind. Ambiance was quite quaint, and definitely a good place for a nice date night!
I'd been meaning to try this place for a long time and finally stopped by on a Saturday evening. Overall, it was a meh experience. Service was good and the interior is dimly lit, giving it a lounge-like vibe. We ordered four dishes to share: Bone marrow: Came with toast, pretty good Spicy rice cakes: Had a fusion taste that wasn't really my palate Kalbi steak: Good flavor NY strip steak: Dry and tough For the price, I didn't think it was worth it. Glad I finally checked it off my list, but the food overall was disappointing.
Absolutely INSANE. This might be my new favorite restaurant in Seattle. All of the dishes are incredible, the flavors are complex but go so well together. I recommend ordering a couple different dishes and splitting them. My favorites are the spicy rice cakes - the chorizo was insane, and the Kalbi burger (top 5 in Seattle). You can't go wrong with the black garlic noodles, smoked tofu, chicory salad- I loved the Asian pear with the smoked nuts, or Chinese broccoli. We also got the Jalisco campfire, a vodka cocktail at the top of the menu (amazing and sweet), as well as a gin cocktail + peach margarita = all were 10/10. The servers were amazing, attentive and knowledgeable. I recommend getting a reservation because there is a smaller amount of inside and outside (covered with heat), making it a more intimate space. Could not recommend enough, can't go wrong with anything.
We went to Joule on a Friday evening, and it's a wonderful Korean-American fusion spot. Drinks For drinks, we ordered the Summer Fling and the Blackberry Barley Bramble. The Summer Fling was delightful--citrusy and fruity. It's a great refreshing and vibrant summer drink. The Blackberry Barley Bramble is more on the sweet side, very rich with ripe blackberry fruit flavor. Both were delicious! Dishes For appetizers, we ordered the Kimchi Trio, which included turnip, traditional kimchi, and beetroots. We liked the beetroot kimchi. It was surprisingly balanced between sweetness, tang, and a spicy sauce. The turnip kimchi was less flavorful for us. I didn't really like the raw, earthy taste and fibrous texture of the turnip. For our main dishes, we had: Spicy Rice Cake: This was definitely a highlight! Both the rice cake and the meat were charred really well, giving them a nutty, toasty flavor and crisp texture. Short Rib Steak: The steak was tender and the sauce was very nice, but the real highlight for us was the grilled kimchi side. It was charred perfectly, and its toasty flavor paired wonderfully with the spiciness. Kalbi Burger: This was very juicy, like a typical good burger. Another highlight was, again, the side of pickled vegetables! They weren't too sour and were balanced very well. Octopus: The octopus was charred nicely and complemented the vegetables and sweet sauce underneath. Overall, it's a great place with excellent service. Our server gave us really good recommendations on both drinks and food portioning. The environment is nice--cozy and light-hearted, not too fancy--making it a perfect spot for a Friday night.
We went to joule for a date night pre concert on a Saturday night and had a great time. We were seated promptly (we had a reservation) and the ambience inside is very chic. Food wise, I'd say almost everything was incredible. We started with the scallop fried rice, definitely recommend. Then the broccolini, this was fine in my opinion, but was probably my least favorite out of everything we ordered. Not bad, but just okay. For our mains, we split the "that" short rib steak and the mackerel. My favorite was the mackerel, the sauce and the cook and the crunch of the skin was just perfection. However my partners favorite was the short rib, which i also thought was delicious, just a little fattier than I normally prefer. But it had a great sear and the little bit of sauce you get on the side was so yummy. We decided we were in the mood for something sweet and couldn't decide which one to get, so we compromised and got two: the sticky jujube pudding and the miso maple s'mores cake. My biggest feedback would be that they were both incredibly dry, but the sticky pudding did at least have a really strong ginger snap type flavor. So while overall dinner was really good, I would not order desert here again. Service was pretty great, but it seemed like they only had a few people for a very full night so drink refills did take a while. It wasn't an issue for us, but just something to take note of. And when they were at our table they were very kind. I would go back, because there are other things I'd like to try for sure! I also commend them bc the couple next to us was very obnoxious and within 20 minutes of us sitting down, the gentleman dropped his glass of whatever he was drinking and it went all over the bench seat that I was next to and on my pants. The guy barely even looked my direction and definitely did not apologize, but the person who came to help clean up did check on me to make sure I was okay. Everyone at the restaurant was very patient with them, despite them not being patient with anyone else.
Excellent dinner. It was a Monday and we made reservations, still recommended as it started to fill up a little as the meal progressed. Our server was excellent and knowledgeable. Tapas style. Started with the scallion pancake. It came with salmon eggs and chili oil. Both were good additions to the pancake. The saltiness of the eggs were good. The chili oil could have had a little more heat. Next was the spicy rice cake. All real good, cooked with chorizo. Very tasty, just a little on the oily side. Short rib was next. We asked for medium rare and that was perfect. It was cooked a little more throughly from left to right which was great for our party. The short rib was seasoned perfectly with a great char. Finally we had the asparagus with hollandaise and pine nuts. That may have been the star of the night. The asparagus with still crisp while cooked through and hollandaise was perfect. Very good meal, be advised a 22% service charge is added to the check, they do highlight it so it is not a surprise.
So, I came to Joule to celebrate my birthdate and it was indeed a unique experience. I really enjoyed tasting their unique and flavorful dishes that they intentionally aimed to make different. It provided a whole new taste testing experience that I ended up really enjoying. So, I started off with the Hearts of Palm salad, which is a dish that I generally wouldn't gravitate to, however, it was very good and super unique. We then had the Chinese scallion pancake which I thoroughly enjoyed. For my main course, I had the Kalbi burger, which I was a fan of, however, I kind of wish it came with another side, since I wasn't a fan of the pickled veggies. I also had the opportunity to try the short rib steak, but, I didn't like the sauce on the dish. The meat, however, was very succulent. I also tried the spicy rice cake, but, I wasn't a fan of that dish. To the dessert! This is where they truly excel at. The birthdate cake with Ube ice cream in the middle of the slice is soooo yummy. I wished they sold this as a dessert here! I then surprisingly loved the sesame mochi cake. Every piece kept me wanting more. Then the paper cake was delish! The only dessert that I wasn't necessarily a fan of was the pumpkin red bean cheesecake. It lacked in sweetness to me for a cheesecake. The customer service was good and the waiter was very knowledgeable, attentive, and responsive, however, our food did take awhile to come out. As it relates to the ambience, this place definitely gives date night. The light setting and spacing definitely sets that ambiance. If you made it to the end of this lol let your takeaway be to try their desserts it's a guaranteed win.
Well-deserved reputation as a neighborhood staple. We had a spectacular birthday feast last night. I'd been there several years ago and I think the food actually got better. Top dishes were the garlic noodle, spicy rice cake, scallion pancake, mackerel, and broccoli - yes, almost everything we ordered. The flavors were nuanced and surprising while also have the lushness of comfort food. We sat on the patio with a sunset view, which was lovely and breezy. Our server was very knowledgeable and attentive, despite a busy night... and gave us a little slice of cake and candle at the end.
A nice little restaurant tucked in Fremont. Came to Joule for a weeknight date spot and it was amazing. It was our first time at Joule, and the staff was friendly and helped us figure out what dishes to order. Our waiter was also nice and always checked in. We started off by ordering drinks. We ordered the Summer Fling and the Peach Picante. Both delicious and well-balanced. For dishes, we ordered the Chicory Mango Salad, Spicy Rice Cake, "that" Short rib steak, and Kombu-cured Mackerel. Our favorite dish was the Spicy Rice Cake and Kombu-cured Mackerel. We loved the chewy rice cakes paired well with the chorizo. The konbu-cured mackerel was tender and paired well with the cilantro chimichurri. Such a smart and amazing dish concept. And we can't forget about dessert. For dessert, we ordered the Joule box and Sticky jujube pudding. Neither was overly sweet, which I enjoyed. Highly recommend checking out Joule if you're ever in the Fremont neighborhood.
Would recommend this place for date or when you want to dress-up and have nice dinner! All Korean inspired foods. Each meal is smaller size. We share 3 appetizers, 3 mains and 3 desserts with 4 people. Some people were still hungry after all the meals. Each mean is definitely tasty but has strong flavor. Just having smaller bites on each plate was enough for me to enjoy each meal but not to be overwhelmed by flavors. Price-wise, this is not a cheap place to dine. But I would say it's worth for experience and uniqueness. read more
2 years ago
Truly a delight as far as culinary experiences go! The food here is really quite amazing and incredibly flavorful! I've had such a long week of eating so much East Asian food that I almost cancelled this reservation but Joule really is doing something special with Korean flavors! The spicy rice cake (veggie version) was absolutely spectacular as were the scallion pancakes. The lychee sponge cake is also a much try! We ordered vegetarian versions of quite a few dishes and none of them disappointed one bit! The restaurant itself was a fairly noisy and loud from the music and the clanging of pots form the open kitchen - this is typically a much bigger deal to me than most people though.. but the amount you hear is also affected by the table you're at! read more
We came in right when they opened at 5 on a Sunday. The restaurant started to fill up quickly. Food was absolutely delicious! We ordered the short rib steak, Chinese scallion cake, mackerel, spicy rice cake and short rib burger. Dishes came out one at a time to allow you to enjoy each dish. The wait staff was attentive to when we finished each dish. My whole family all said we would come back! read more
Came here on a Sunday night and the place was surprisingly not too busy. There was also a decent free parking lot in the back, down a small alley/hill to the left of Joule. We ordered the beef tartare, black cod, burnt garlic rice, Chinese broccoli and Chinese pancakes. The beef tartare is a must have as well as the black cod. I would skip the burnt garlic rice and Chinese pancakes but maybe also order the Chinese broccoli again. Overall, the food flavor was DELICIOUS. I'm docking a star because even though they weren't busy, the food took over an hour to come out and when it did, they served it one by one every 5-10 minutes apart. read more
This place has been on my radar for many years and after a long wait I finally checked it out. Joule is incredible. I did the winter tasting menu with 2 friends and felt pretty stuffed afterwards. My favorite dish was either the rice cakes with sausage or the short ribs. read more
4 years ago
Created by the folks behind Revel Joule Restaurant finds Chefs Rachel Yang and Seif Chirchi exploring similar ideas in the format of a Korean-fusion steakhouse featuring Northwest ingredients and seriously bold flavors. Not to be confused with KBBQ, but not really a "Steakhouse" in the traditional sense of big cuts of Beef alongside mundane Veggies or Starch, Joule divides its offerings into a concise list not unlike Momofuku where starters may include Scallion Pancakes that eat like Roti with a sidecar of Smoked Salmon Roe, Chili Oil and Creme Fraiche. Offering a full bar under the vintage "Jewelry" sign with only the first five letters glowing, and matching Bone Marrow beneath Spicy Anchovy Butter to funky blue wallpaper, there's nothing really Korean or Steakhouse about Shrimp and Chinese Sausage Bao but with a dip in Black Vinegar these Umami-bombs are among the best things to eat anywhere. Sold on Spicy Rice Cakes by a rail thin server, his assertion that he eats them "all the time" questionable though the bold spices and diverse textures juxtaposing bitter Greens would make avoiding them difficult when available daily, Dessert shows Yang's classic training and Chirchi's American upbringing first via the delicate Joule Box and then in Hummingbird Cake quite different from those down South. read more
3 years ago
My boyfriend and I have been wanting to eat at Joule for over a year! We made a reservation a week in advance (and Saturday was already out, so we opted for Sunday) for a table for two. I think you need to come in with a reservation, because the restaurant was packed for the entire night when we came. It's located on Stone Way, right next to The Whale Wins. Our server for the night was great; he offered opinions about the dishes, answered questions about ingredients and seasonality, and was always around when we wanted to order more. I'll rate the items individually: Beef Tartare: 3/5, this was nothing special. I appreciated the aioli and the pine nuts. I did not like the fried rice paper that came with it; the texture felt wrong and I would've just appreciated some bread. Geoduck Black Rice: 3/5, also nothing special. I expected the entire dish to resonate geoduck energy, so I was disappointed that there were a couple pieces that just looked like they had been added. Also, since the rice came in a skillet and was marketed as "paella" style, we were expecting the rice to be crispy... nope, just super oily. The beans that were in the rice were crunchy but I'm not sure if I liked the flavor that much. Kombu Cured Mackerel: 5/5, phenomenal first bite. I love the green papaya bits and the chimichurri cilantro dressing. The mackerel is a perfect fusion food; it tastes exactly like the grilled mackerel you would get at a traditional Korean restaurant. But the flavors on the side add so much. "that" short-rib Steak: 5/5, also phenomenal. I am more of the opinion that this is just a really good short-rib steak, there was nothing hugely special about it. The kimchi and gochujang on the side were nice, but it wasn't a hugely creative dish. Regardless, the meat was amazing and each bite was great. Sujungkwa Flan: 5/5, I had no idea what to expect but this was so good. Sujungkwa is a cinnamon punch and somehow they translated that perfectly to a glaze on the flan. It was garnished with jujube which was really sweet :) The flan was just great! I don't know how anyone would mess up flan. But the toppings really made this stand out. After our starters, I was a little impatient - they were just okay, I didn't get the appeal of the place. But when our main courses came out, oh MAN. Those were so good. And our dessert did not disappoint, the jujube on top was the star. I absolutely love Joule and would love to come back another time. I found out that some items are seasonal, so I will have to come back in the summer when there is a new menu! read more
Joule, a Korean fusion restaurant in Seattle, masterfully combines traditional Korean flavors with innovative culinary techniques, creating a unique and unforgettable dining experience. This fusion approach results in a menu that's both adventurous and deeply satisfying, offering dishes that surprise and delight with every bite. Whether you're a fan of Korean cuisine or new to these flavors, Joule presents them in a way that's accessible yet sophisticated, making it a must-visit spot for foodies and culinary explorers alike. The service is amazing and everyone was super friendly!! The ambiance was perfect for date night! read more
I visited Joule a few months back and entered when they opened for dinner. I was immediately greeted and brought to a table when I entered the restaurant. The service was excellent, as our server was sweet and attentive. One tip is to make reservations before coming, as it can get busy! My friend and I ordered the same entree: a "that" Short rib steak. I loved the presentation of the meal. The meat was tender and had flavor, and the kimchi tasted great. The gochujang sauce was a bit too salty for my palate, but it adds more flavor to the meat when used in moderation. read more
5 years ago
My rating is more like 4.5 stars. To be honest I had low expectations coming here bc we tried Revel a few years ago and was not impressed. This was one of the few places that still has a heated outdoor patio and since the owners have James Beard recognition I decided to give it a shot. We came here for our anniversary and to celebrate Valentine's Day before the snow storm. We ordered a bunch of stuff and overall- the food was four stars and the service five stars. Food: overall pretty good. Nothing blew my mind and some dishes were too salty or overpriced but the rice cakes with chorizo and butter rice really impressed me. Good- Smoked tofu (tho would have been even better if this was a warm dish), Rice cakes with chorizo, butter rice, joule box dessert, Sautéed pea vine Meh- mackerel (good but tastes just like any other mackerel dish) Skip- Kalbi burger, scallion pancake (good but nothing you can't find anywhere else and not worth $12 for the extra dollop of creme fraiche and salmon roe) Service- really warm and friendly. They kept asking us how our anniversary dinner was and wishing us happy anniversary. And they even unexpectedly comped dessert which was really sweet. I loved the outdoor patio with the fire pit in the center. It kept me super warm in the snowy weather. Overall- If you moderate your expectations despite all the hype and fame this place has gotten I think you'll enjoy your meal. Not sure I'll come back often bc it's a bit far from me but definitely a place to consider to celebrate a special occasion or try at least once. read more
2 years ago
This restaurant experience was amazing with lead cook Frank and sous-chef Cera (and Cera is my daughter!) Everything was great from being greeted at the door and the bar excellent drink I had! I ate the delicious salad with Chipotle ranch , Chinese brocoli, the smashed new potatoes, mackerel, delicous fish dish, and Jule box for dessert! I highly recommend this place delicious food and ambiance!! read more
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Love this restaurant! Vibe is adorable and quaint. In a part of fremont that isn't very busy so plan on driving there and not being able to walk around after. The food at this place was amazing. Everything I tried was really terrific. read more
4 years ago
Worth the hype yet understated at the same time. It was so chill yet each dish was delicious and complex. Tried 6 things: - smoked tofu: yummy, the tofu firmness was really good and fun to press in the mouth - beef tartare: not too overwhelming considering what it is. Made differently than other tartares (chopped up vs ground up) - spicy rice cake: nice friedness at the edges, could've done with less chorizo though - short rib steak: delicious, wish there was more (don't we all?), I appreciated how it was cut up - mackerel: yummy, easy to tear with a spoon - Kim chi trio: just okay I appreciated our server and how he gave us guidance on the dish sizes, how they were meant to be shared, and how many dishes he recommended for us. Also how there's a community table. No reservation on a Sunday, score. read more
Unique fusion food that felt like Korean-inspired tapas. Definitely come with friends because it's great to order more dishes to try. It is a bit on the pricier side but the experience was great. I got the scallion pancake, spicy rice cakes, beef tartare, geoduck fried rice, that short rib, and the joule box. Everything was tasty and I thought the portion sizes were good for what they were. My only complaint was the geoduck fried rice, I would definitely skip this one as it tasted like just rice, unseasoned, with 4 teeny tiny pieces of geoduck. After reading some reviews I was a bit hesitant to order the joule box, but I think it was the star of the show. Each flavor in the dish really came through and it wasn't too sweet either. read more
I was visiting Seattle and had the pleasure of visiting this gem. I loved all that we ordered on the menu, they were a perfect balance of fusions. They tasted new enough that I wasn't bored eating, but familiar enough that I had the confidence to taste what I put in my mouth. The server was friendly and she immediately understood my tastes in drinks A great, clean, aesthetic eatery :) read more
4 years ago
We enjoyed this place. The outdoor area was cozy with the view of the fire, away from the street noise and car exhaust. The service was great, too. We tried scallion pancakes with the caviar - 5/5. Salad was so-so, needs something, not very flavorful. But the burger and mackerel were 10/10! We would recommend going there for good dining experience. read more
3 years ago
Extremely underwhelming meal at Joule. Made a reservation for a party of 6 on a Saturday night. I don't recommend eating here but if you do, make a reservation so you don't need to wait and in addition to being disappointed by the food. We ordered 7 dishes, all of which were very one dimensional in flavor and a disappointing effort at being Korean fusion. The most Korean dish we had were the rice cakes smothered gochujang that was a "best seller." The cod was very undercooked. Mackerel was actually pretty well cooked and balanced. The 4 slices of short rib were also pretty good. Overall, not a very filling or tasty meal but a memorable experience. read more
Hehe wooooo just realized this review is the 1000th review for this restaurant~ Definitely a dinner splurge! This is a fairly packed modern Korean fusion restaurant in Fremont, along the Stone Way North, a street with a lot of culinary excellence. I made reservations for 3 people a week or so in advance, for a Thursday dinner - generally not too hard to get reservations but highly recommended. We started with some cocktails - they look very pretty! I personally got the cocktail with purple and red colors layered - I forgot the name (I don't see it on Yelp menu / restaurant website) I think it was A Night in Portland? That one was very good but also very strong. A nice flair with the chili salt. Then, we shared a bunch of small plates - bone marrow, spicy rice cake, Chinese broccoli, kimchi trio, "that" short rib steak, mackerel, ginger shortbread ice cream sandwich, and cheesecake. The bone marrow is super flavorful - a bit higher in fat content, but when spread it out like butter in the bread, it was a flavor explosion. Spicy rice cake also had chorizo too which was nice, and the texture is slightly crispy but also very chewy. It is definitely one of the more popular dishes on the menu. Chinese broccoli was fairly standard but I did not like the tanginess to this dish. The kimchi trio was a good experience - not really worth the $12 but it gave some variety and flair to a modern Korean cuisine. Especially the napa cabbage kimchi which you could easily get as banchan in a typical Korean restaurant. Short rib steak is very good - I love the gochujang that also added some aesthetics to the presentation of this dish. It was cooked medium which is sort of what I preferred (my ideal is always medium rare). It would have been nice to give customers the option to specify the rareness as it is a steak after all. The mackerel is very amazing too - for a fish dish this is definitely the one to get (waitress also complimented us saying that Gordon Ramsay actually visited this restaurant and said this was the best dish in the restaurant!!!). It is lightly seared and very tender, definitely one of the best mackerels I have eaten. The desserts were not too memorable but it was still decent. They did not really stand out to me for the price point but it was great to end the meal with some dessert. All the dishes are fully packed with flavor, with a lot of kimchi for the most part (depends on the dishes you order). As we got a lot of food (like 8 dishes) and 1 drink per person, the total came out to be roughly $80/person after tax/tip. These small plates/tapas type of places hurt the wallet when you least expect! read more
4 years ago
Admittedly I've been hyped about visiting here for months. I've heard great reviews, and know the accolades the restaurant has received over time. Yet I found the overall experience highly disappointing. The food was standard, and nothing wowing or complex. One dish (Bao with Chinese sausage and shrimp) was a particularly strange combination, while the kimchi trio packed a lacklustre punch of either creativity or flavour. Cocktails were also standard. The "Smitten" was imbalanced in my opinion, creating an almost soapy flavour. Overall service was decent, though some servers were very short in their presentation and failed to explain the dishes. Given price point and hype, I had high hopes. Sadly, we won't be returning for some time. read more
1 year ago
Hip, modern, chic! Joule is a true 5/5 in my book. It's great for those who appreciate Asian flavors and love fusion dishes. Bring your friends who love to share and make the experience a food safari! Food: 5/5. - Beef tartare: 5/5. The most interesting beef tartare I've seen to date. I loved the unexpected combination of the crunch from the pine nuts with slight sweetness from the hijiki and pear. The flavor combo works well with the mustard taste of the egg yolk. - Spicy rice cakes: 5/5. I love how the rice cake texture is both chewy and crispy in this dish. The slight acid from the mustard greens stand out. - Shrimp and Chinese sausage buns: 5/5. This is a combination of a dumpling and steamed bun. The bun has a great steamed texture, and the sausage/shrimp filling is wonderfully savory. - Mackerel: 5/5. I was SO full by this point. The mackerel is brine-y and the citrus stands out. I appreciated the soft interior and slightly charred exterior. Service and atmosphere: 5/5. We sat at the bar and had lively conversations with the bartenders and staff. The decor itself is chic! read more
4 years ago
Incredible food and experience sitting outside by the fire pit for dinner. Our server was the perfect amount of friendly and helpful and every dish came out promptly. It was hard to pick a favorite dish but the spare ribs were way better than expected. We also got the Spicy Rice Cakes, Dan Dan Noodles, Chinese Broccoli, and Bone Marrow - all of which were very delicious. We got 2x of the rice cakes and noodles which all was the perfect amount for 5 people. read more
4 Overall - Great dishes overall that lacked a bit of balance, and a big miss on the abalone fried rice. Scallion Pancake: The pancake itself is pretty nice! Nothing to write home about, but the dip makes it quite interesting. It could use a little salt (either in dip or on the pancake) but the creme fraiche/chili oil/ikura combo was interesting and tasty. Spicy Rice Cakes: Although we thought that this couldn't be that special, since other reviews raved about it, we gave it a shot. It's quite good! The rice cakes are ever-so-slightly crispy, as if they've been passed through a quick oil fry, which makes for a nice texture to bite and pick up the sauce with. The homemade chorizo is quite good too, and the addition of the Taiwanese pickled vegetables is really nice - though, I wish it were placed on top, rather than cooked within the dish. The cold and rawness of the pickled vegetables would've helped balance out the richness of everything else. More fresh elements would be nice here, like either more green onions or bigger pieces of it - perhaps julienned? Beef Tartare: This was my first time trying tartare, and it was very nice. More spice than I was expecting, but very creamy and well-seasoned. The chip is thin and crisp, but the portion of the tartare was such that I wish I had a little more chip. But that's mainly to say that there's a good amount of beef, which is a good thing. The nuts weren't particularly crunchy though - I think some cilantro stems mixed in here would give a nice freshness and texture. Abalone Fried Rice: I'd definitely skip this one. This is a seasonal item that just came back last week, and it was very disappointing. There really wasn't much flavor - not a lot of seasoning or even salt, and both the leek and the abalone failed to come through in the rice. I could only notice 4 razor-thin slices of abalone too. "that" Short Rib: This was a great steak! Tender, nicely cooked, and great marbling. The ssamjang was amazing and suited the meat very well. The only thing I'd change here is that instead of a softer, more fermented red kimchi, I'd actually serve this with a crisp and fresh white kimchi. The red kimchi and ssamjang share a very similar flavor profile already, and lighter kimchi would've helped balance out the fatty steak and deeply rich sauce. Still a great dish! Joule box: While I'd tweak small things to help balance out other, still delicious, dishes like the tartare, rice cakes, and short rib, the Joule box was near flawless and very well balanced. The rich semi freddo, crisp coconut bits, sweet tapioca, and tart grapefruit come together harmoniously to make for a great conclusion to the meal. It's not too sweet (the highest compliment I can give a dessert) and I felt like I could keep going for more without feeling bloated. There's a lot to like here! Most dishes are a 4-4.5 (missing some overall balance that I'd expect near this price point) but the rice was a big miss, which puts Joule at a 4. Must order: Spicy Rice Cakes, Beef Tartare, "that" Short Rib, Joule Box. read more
Finding a fun brunch place is a priority for me whenever I travel. Joule kept coming up on lists when I was researching our trip to Seattle, so I made a reservation online. Even better, it's within walking distance of where we stayed! Joule's brunch is unique because you can get a brunch entree plus a buffet of special dishes that go along with a different theme or cuisine each month. We visited on the last day of August, which was a Peruvian theme. You can also choose just a brunch entree and skip the buffet, but why would you?! I ordered the steak ($25 plus a $3 upcharge), my boyfriend got the waffle, and our friend tried the bao. The buffet included a dip, a couple salads, some pickles, a starchy side, a savory bread, and two dessert options. The presentation of the buffet items was great with perfect portions for the single items and beautifully composed family-style salads. My steak and eggs were perfectly cooked, medium rare steak and over easy eggs with no browning. The chimichurri sauce wasn't quite as flavorful as I am used to but I really enjoyed the dish. The star for me was the buffet, though. Each dish was very unique and had an interesting combination of flavors and ingredients. I had never had any of the items on the buffet and they were all tasty! The sweet potato / miso / bonito dip was definitely my favorite - super savory, umami, and a really nice velvety texture. The salads were both packed with flavor and perfectly dressed. I also really liked the purple starch with crackling. Unfortunately I wasn't able to try the suspiro de lima, but it looked really tasty. Service was friendly and easy, not overbearing or intrusive. The vibes at Joule are laid back and comfortable, yet refined. The open kitchen is a little different than most open kitchens I've seen and it feels like you're at a (very rich) friend's house. I absolutely loved Joule and would definitely go back! read more
Joule is the perfect spot to dine out to celebrate a special occasion. It's definitely not a cheap night out but it is worth every penny for the exceptional dining experience, friendly service, and amazing array of expertly curated flavors, quality ingredients, and skilled texture combinations. The stand out dishes for us this time is that perfectly cooked and seasoned Short Rib Steak, Shrimp dish, Chinese Broccoli, Kalbi Burger, Black Cod, Scallion Pancakes, and Butter Lettuce Salad. You must get the "It's All Happening" Cocktail and finish off your meal with the delightful Hummingbird Cake. Even after all these years, Joule remains on our top ten list of favorite restaurants to indulge in. The atmosphere is fancy but casual all at the same time-- the perfect mix! We've always left here with a happy belly and uplifted mood. Looking forward to coming back soon. Cheers!!! read more
Let's jump right in and say that this place is mediocre with some nice surprises: -Yellow curry pickled beet: they got this right. I did not expect this combination to taste this good and it's was the highlight of the night -Beef tartar: meets expectation but not worth noting -Tofu: the toppings made it chefs kisss, I'd order this again -Steak: overpriced, over seasoned, just skip this Server was not attentive read more
Extremely mid dinner experience. The description makes it sound like a blend of very unique flavors like curry, spicy peppers, etc. but they are all too subtle in the dishes and drinks that you actually cannot taste them at all. This is Korean inspired food for people who have never had Korean food before. There are very little carbs on this menu except for the rice cakes so big eaters will leave hungry. read more
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The publicity about making the James Beard finalist list reminded me to try Joule as we re-engage with our world post-Omicron. The restaurant interior is lovely. It has an easy breezy low key elegance. I really appreciated that the tables aren't crowded together. Their front of house staff is fabulous. Warm, friendly, professional, efficient, attentive. We felt welcomed and cared for. It's also nice to hear that their chef is also a nice person. (I am sure this sets the tone and is wonderful to hear in contrast to other chef stories.) We had an extremely enjoyable experience. We got so excited I forgot to take pics of the Chinese broccoli and the spicy rice cake dishes. (Both thumbs up from us) Comparing my experience with other reviews, I would highly recommend. Some dishes will wow you more than others with flavor but I think that's great. Balance. Our top three favorites were the pancake, the "that" short rib, and the cod. (But really everything was enjoyable) Thoughts about other reviews: I saw some poo-poo the broccoli, but we really enjoyed it. The thick part of the stalk can be a bit crunchier, but I think it's better than overcooked. The Joule box dessert is not for you if you don't like coconut or the texture of tapioca. (If, however, your only reference for coconut is the cheapo stuff from childhood, maybe open your mind and give it a whirl.) Looking forward to going back! Many thanks to the Joule team for a lovely dining experience. Congratulations on your nomination and best wishes!!! You rock! read more
3 years ago
This is a restaurant that I have wanted to try for years and I finally was able to go and it did not disappoint. I went with a group of 6 to celebrate a graduation from medical school so we were able to try a variety of options. The server recommended that we order ten dishes for the 6 of us and he was spot on with that number as that was the perfect amount. It was awesome to try so many different things as I prefer trying a variety of dishes as opposed to just ordering one thing. For a drink I got the Jalisco Campfire. It was smokey but not overpowering and I really enjoyed it. Everybody else at my table also really liked their cocktail as well. Our first dish was the Chinese scallion pancake. The salmon roe really added a nice element that complimented the chili oil and creme frache. Then we got the spicy rice cake. Our server recommended we order two of these and he was not wrong as honestly this was probably my favorite dish in a night where we had so many good dishes! It was full of texture and flavor as some bites were crispy and the chorizo and sauce took it to a whole new level. Definitely order this when you visit and take our servers advice and get two. The Chinese broccoli was delicious (always gotta order some vegetables amongst the protein) and the kimchi trio was of course always going to be fermented goodness, my favorite of the 3 was surprisingly the carrot and radish as I thought I'd like the traditional napa cabbage most. The black sesame noodle was very balanced and I could've eaten that whole plate myself with ease. We ordered two steaks, I personally preferred their famous short rib steak with the kalbi marinade but some people preferred the more pure meat taste from the coulotte which is a sirloin cut, really you can't go wrong with either! We ordered two fish dishes, a special that was halibut neck in a Tom Kha broth and the mackerel. I was pushing for the mackerel and I am so happy we ordered as it unanimously was in all of our top 3 dishes, the papaya and lemon with the fish was perfection. As good as the Joule Box looked we were too full for dessert and had ordered a cake for the occasion that was home as well but they were so kind and brought out two little pieces of cake for us to share to celebrate the occasion. I will return and I strongly recommend everyone visit this spot. I am excited to try some of the dishes I didn't get a chance to try this time and also to revisit some of my favorites. read more
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Is it hard to find parking around this restaurant on the weekend?
Did you discontinue your weekend brunch buffet?
Any Vegan options?
Yes! Their menu is very clear about which items are vegan, gluten free, nut free, etc.
Are there any menu options suitable for Vegan diners?
They have a seasonal menu, so you can call and ask. I believe they had a vegetable option and they were very kind to make accommodations for my plate. I just looked at the menu online and there seemed to be a few vegan options.
Is there space for a solo diner to attend the brunch buffet, or is it usually too crowded?
Always get a reservation, but they have seats at the bar inside and outside. Single diners will be quite comfortable at Joule.
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