Went to celebrate a friend's birthday. The food was delicious and service was friendly. Although you pay for the celebratory ice cream, it was very good. It's a small Korean restaurant in St. Paul. I've already discovered a few k-pop bops here. The dim lighting and overall ambiance of the restaurant really added to the dining experience. read more

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Street parking. It is cute though and you can sign up to be on waitlist if it's busy. Is very small inside. There's a little bar area and they play Korean dramas on Netflix! It was a nice dim vibe. Service was a little slow. 4 of us and they only brought 3 waters and took a really long time to bring the 4th water. Then they forgot one of our mixed drinks until we had to ask. Food wise, the teokbokki was good- chewy yet soft and not too spicy. Japchae had good flavor. The banchan flight was tasty and there odd definitely a kick in the kimchi. I got the juche classic bop, it was ok only. A bit on the plain side. My sister got the beef bop- way more flavor and if you like bibimbop if recommend this one instead. They have Decent drink menu. Overall I would go back to try the different drinks and other menu items while enjoying the calm relaxed ambiance. read more

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Chose to eat here for 2 friend's birthdays and it was amazing! Our server was young a quirky which added to the charm of this very tiny restaurant. Don't let its size food you however.. what they lack in space, they make up for in flavor! We got multiple alcoholic beverages as well as 2 different sake flights. Highly recommend the sake flights! The food was super yummy, rice was done perfectly and the Kimchi was next level! read more

Juche St Paul - Korean Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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Juche is a cute little Korean spot in St Paul. I really was excited to try it, but sadly, it left a lot to be desired. Went on a Saturday night at about 7:30. We were a party of 3 and they were able to sit us pretty much right after adding ourselves to the waitlist. The ambiance is cute. Dark, but cute. They have little lights at each table which is great for being able to see the menu. After we got the menus, we had to ask for everything else... we had to ask for water, refills, plates, chopsticks, boxes - you know, the usuals that are usually given to you. Out of the 4 people that brought food, took our order, or refilled water, only one had a slight smile. Instead of a greeting when a new person approached the table to take our order, they say.. did you look? Then we get to the food - I probably should have read more of the descriptions but we quickly ordered since did you look meant, seemingly meant are you ready to order? We ordered a carafe of peach lychee soju, beef dumplings, spicy crispy tofu, cute jumbo wings, and General Khan. The last three listed had the same flavor profile, just varying levels of spice. Spicy crispy tofu - barely crispy but is spicy! Cute jumbo wings - tasted just like the sauce from the tofu, just not as spicy. General Khan - again, same sauce but with no spice. Beef dumplings and soju were good. I would be open to trying this place again if I was with someone who really wanted to try it, but would not order any of the same items. read more

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please bring the wings back. My life wont be the same without them... They are phenomenal

Juche, this is one of my all-time favorite late-night date nights! Lol you literally can't go wrong with anything on this menu something for everyone! The staff is so friendly and if you like a small quiet place to have a quick bite definitely a good place to go. Also, the mock tails are so delicious. I love the Chingoo! read more

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The food was so delicious! The cocktails and mocktails were amazing! The whole staff was incredibly warm and welcoming!! The music & vibe was very lively, upbeat and fun! We will definitely be going there on a regular basis! Thanks for a wonderful evening Kyla, Carter, & August read more

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I really love Korean food. I was looking forward to trying this place. This is a late review. I was there at the end of '24, I believe. The ambiance is excellent with a fantastic soundtrack. The food was not as great. I am glad they nixed the potato pancakes from the menu. Mapo tofu is good. That Sichuan pepper does what it's supposed to do! Having had Korean food in other places, it's a bit odd to have to pay for ssam for the meats (and to not have banchan comp). It's a fairly small place, about 5 tables and booths, then a bar with 4 stools. Street parking. I'm willing to give it another try. read more

Another hidden gem! Juche is a cute little Korean lounge hidden along an unassuming street in Saint Paul. I'd been wanting to try it for a while, so we stopped in for dinner recently and somehow secured a spot right away! (The entire restaurant has roughly six tables with additional bar seating so definitely plan ahead if you want to stop by). When you walk in you immediately see a QR code for the waitlist, the bathroom, and a curtain entrance to the main lounge. It's small, but the lighting is great and we enjoyed the ambiance. I've been on the lookout for dumplings that melt in your mouth nearby, and this is the closest I've gotten since my Chicago trip. Highly recommend ordering some to share as well as the kimchi fried rice. Truly mind blowing (and spicy). The bulgogi burger was a little juicy for me but the flavor was great. The drinks were also delicious and I loved the unique cocktail options! Within intimate settings, I look for stellar all around service and I was a little disappointed in the food runners. That being said, the food, drinks, and server completely made up for it. This spot is PERFECT for anyone with a gluten sensitivity and I definitely recommend it to anyone else in the mood for good Korean eats! read more

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Wow, this place literally blew my mind! Such an amazing experience, the food, the owner, his family who worked alongside with him just created such a beautiful atmosphere. The way this spot was decorated what so cool and vibey! I got blessed to visit and eat here a few weeks ago, right at the end of my work trip in Minneapolis. The night before coming back home to San Diego, my group and I were looking for somewhere to eat after a long day of work, and we found the coolest little Korean spot in Minnesota. First and foremost the food was incredible. So much flavor and the spices were out of this world. The owner brought out a variety of spices to try with our food and it was such an spectacular explosion of flavors. We love spice so it got pretty spicy lol. We also tried a variation of different sojus that the owner recommended and they were all very enjoyable. A million percent will be coming back here next time we make it to Minneapolis. If you're lucky enough to be in the area it's a MUST try type of spot that you'll be excited to come back to! read more

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This place is a gem. It's small. The food is amazing. The service is good and the prices are unbeatable. read more

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Such a small dining room, but such a cool vibe. Be prepared to hear K-Pop and other pulsing music throughout your meal. Server helped us understand the menu as we had not been there before. We liked the veggie dumplings (crisp and the dipping sauce was so good). The pancake appetizer was ok. My friends enjoyed their entrees- Tofu rice bowl with banchans and General Chan's chicken with lettuce wraps and rice. I had the spicy salmon bowl which I didn't care for - liked the banchan but not the texture of the salmon. Not pieces of salmon, more like a salmon salad, and not spicy. We tried the hot tea and a honey lemonade mocktail. Both were good! Would go again! read more

The food is good, the service is good, and the atmosphere is fun! I ordered the Bibimbap with bulgogi and crispy rice. It was good. The veggies were fresh, the bulgogi was flavorful and tender, and the rice was uniquely prepared and crispy. The rice was a little bit challenging to eat though because it was in a ball shape and kind of hard. If I ordered this again, I would go with the steamed rice instead. The kimchi was very strong and more on the sour side too. I would have preferred it to be less sour, but it still went okay with the dish. And I was disappointed that the $6 add on portion of bulgogi was pretty small. I've had bulgogi bibimbaps at Korean restaurants for $14-$15. For me, $23 is too much. Overall, I'd give 3.75 for the taste of food, atmosphere, service, and -0.75 for the price. I like the restaurant and I'd come back, but I'd probably go to a small mom and pop Korean restaurant instead to get bibimbap. read more

Juche St Paul - juche bi bim bop with crispy rice - Korean Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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I've been here a million times since I first tried it. This is my favorite spot as my partner is gluten free. We're sad that the bindaetteok is off the menu for now, but the new spicy noodles were amazing (and very spicy!). My new favorite is the Mackerel. I get it every time. read more

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We came here after my husband saw a video about this new place. It looked like a cool spot. However, I have to give the food 3/5. Parking * Street parking only. We came on a weeknight around 6 pm and it was quite full because the restaurant is so small. Limited seating so make sure to plan ahead. * There is an option to add yourself to the waitlist but no waiting room. Food * Class Korean food is known for its rich flavor and all three selections we picked seemed to be missing that richness. Flavor was mild and I would have wanted more. * Green onions are used for toppings so if you don't like green onions, make sure to clarify with your server. * Korean fried rice: tasted plain to me * Japchae: had the most flavor I was looking for but I tasted more vinegar than usual. * Pork belly: good texture but wanted a stronger flavor. Drinks * We got a flight of soju infused with different flavors. Original soju is not my preference so my husband tried them all. * I got the LAV and it was refreshing and decent. We make a similar drink so it was different with soju. Service * Good. Our waitress was attentive. read more

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Good food and some unique takes on Korean having visited Korea 2-6 x year over 25 years...but getting in is tough too! Service kept checking with me while I waited. Definitely worthwhile for everyone to try! read more

This place is ! I have never seen Soju on a menu, and it was explained that it flavored sake which usually results in a more sweeter taste. They infuse the Soju themselves in house and it was amazing! I suggest getting a flight, by the lychee was my favorite! The atmosphere is so cool. Dark, loud music, high backed booths. Perfect for a date or a group. We took our kids here and sat at the bar... they were extremely accommodating with paper and coloring crayons. The staff were unfazed. The food is splendid. My favorite was the pork belly. It comes with wraps and you get tongs and utensils to build it yourself. It could have been cooked a little Longer, but the flavor was perfect. We'll be back!! read more

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Super cute and tiny! Service was great, waiter was very knowledgeable about the menu. The food was a bit overpriced in my opinion. The chicken wings were too heavily battered. Loved the Tteokbokki, it was full of flavor and not too overcooked or soggy. The cucumber kimchi was so refreshing, it's a side, we just asked for more cause I'm obsessed with cucumber kimchi. The pork belly was cooked perfectly and a generous portion. I think they took the yachaejeon off the menu, I don't see it anymore, which is fine because it was on the bland side. Overall it was cute place, decent food, worth a try! read more

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Visited 5/24/25. Omg I love Juche. Such a vibe and definitely worth hitting up St. Paul for. Started off with the lemonade drink and then got a beef bulgogi bibimbap. The drink was phenomenal-I didn't know if I would like the Drunken Wu (chai with the lemonade) but it hit the spot and paired well with my food. For the bibimbap they gave the choice or steamed or crunchy rice and I went with crunchy. The melding of flavors worked so well together and made for a really great bibimbap. My friend got the mushroom version and loved hers just as much. Overall, the vibes were good and I would definitely come back for a drink and apps or for a full meal again. For dessert we shared the honeydew ice cream which again was a pleasant surprise. Very nice palate cleanser. read more

I'm rarely in St Paul and wanted a late night snack and found this little spot. Loved the lighting and it was a chill vibe. I got 5 cute wings and a salmon rice dip. Both very tasty and wings were hot which is what I like. I did order a drink and usually I get that to sip while waiting on my food but some of my food came out first, so kind of weird. Other than that, I enjoyed myself. read more

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Love this little Korean eatery on an unassuming street in Saint Paul. We came early since we have kids, and they did have a nice kids coloring book. The food is super authentic; I had the tteokbokki and Korean Fried Chicken wings, both were amazing. My wife loved the maceral, and my parents liked the burger and bi bim bap. We spend a lot of time talking to both owners, who obviously care a lot about their restaurant and customers; it's always great when proprietors do that. They also have a us a few things to sample that are off-menu, which was cool. Half of the menu is dairy-free, but be sure to check if you are looking for that. Parking was easy and prices were good for the quality. We will be back to try the drinks! read more

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Fantastic Korean and Korean fusion - so many fun combos of crunchy/spicy/tangy/umami/sweet. Everyone in our group loved what they ordered and can't wait to come back. The drink menu was also fun! Ambience is a K-pop party. We did get there right at 5:30 and there was a bit of a line, but we were seated right away. read more

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This small restaurant packs big flavor from Korea. I can respect a place where the website says they don't do refunds for food considered too spicy, but nothing we had was over the top - it was all delicious. The wings were big and messy just like they should be. The mandu (dumplings) were crunchy delicious. A swanky cocktail list rounded out the late night neon vibe of the place. Service was attentive and coached us through the menu. Very enjoyable. read more

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My friend and I were craving some korean food and decided to go check this restaurant out. Street parking in the front. Small restaurant but felt cozy. We went for dinner and entered into a dimly lit restaurant. Service was great, waiter recommended what he liked and got us to do a flight of soju. Food was good similar to the other korean restaurants around town. read more

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Our first time here and we really enjoyed it! The ambiance is fun , the service was great and the food was delicious. We had the beef and vegan bulgogi and the potstickers. Will definitely come back. read more

Juche St Paul - beef bulgogi - Korean Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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Server was fast and friendly and the food is Great. Room is a bit dark but it will make a great date place...looking for a place that's quiet and able to connect with a potential partner is awesome read more

The food was good, not overwhelming. It's small and intimate. Seats were comfortable. Music was really loud. Service passable.

Horrrible, bland dry cold and not fresh! Chicken was so hard I almost cracked my tooth! Worst food I've had in a long time and this was suppose to be me and my husband date night out! read more

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All of the above. Delicious menu, great vibe and excellent customer service. Later night menu

I'm hesitant to write this review because I almost don't want people to find out about my hidden gem! My husband and I have been to Juche a handful of times since discovering it just a couple months ago. The food is amazing, the staff is great and the atmosphere is so cool. It's nice to have a late night place available in St Paul. read more

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Juche is a double-threat bar & restaurant that's perhaps unmatched in the Twin Cities. Killer drinks including house-infused soju (get the flight)? Check. A menu including the best Korean fusion food in the cities? You know it. Big booths to spend evenings with friends under the purple neon glow? Just head to Juche already. The service here is the icing on top, always friendly and never hurried. It's worth noting that this place is popular, and wait times at peak hours can be long. It's all for good reason though. I love Juche, and think you will too. read more

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It's quite small in here. I wouldn't come with a group larger than 4. I loved all the lighting in here. It is pretty dark in my opinion though. Got the spicy burger and mapo fries. I really loved the spicy burger. I thought the fries were okay. I liked the cheese in it but thought the spices over powered the other flavors I also ordered the chai lemonade. Tasted like apple cider in my opinion. read more

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Had to wait 25mins for a table when there is barely much people there. So we went to wait in the car. I had spoiled kimchi. And I know what spoil kimchi is when it's not properly handled. The customer service was soulless. I was even charge with service fee and my food. I walked away hungry not able to eat most of the food. We came here to celebrate a birthday and this totally ruined it. I don't recommend this place. read more

A small place with a nice vibe that provides great food and service. It's my second time here and will probably come again

Bring your good vibes, a couple of buddies, or the wifey and get comfy n cozy. Have a cocktail or two, stay awhile. Spicy pork is nice and flavorful. Stir-fried rice is ok. Korean noodles are mildly easy to eat, and the wifey loved it. Cool place. read more

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I highly recommend checking out Juche. They have interesting food, a cool bar/lounge ambiance, and great service. Food - Love that the menu is labeled with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free options. I'd classify the food as fusion. Some of my favorites are the PB&J with kimchi , chips with Korean salsa, five mandu and tofu. It's a flavor adventure and definitely worth a try. Ambiance - The restaurant is small, it's a dark lounge and has a cool vibe. Haven't really been to many places like it in MN but it reminds me of bars I've been to in CA and AZ. Drinks - I've tried few drinks here. My favorite by far is the primal wound. It's a sweet and spicy flavor bomb without being too sweet. They also infuse soju and have rotating flavors. read more

The food here is amazing. I have had several of the menu items and they have all been absolutely delicious. My favorite thing to get for the table is the Mac and Kimchi because everyone should taste it because it's to die for. The service and the ambiance are great. It such a great destination for a date night. read more

This was a small cozy place so spots fill up really quickly. I would expect a wait if you're showing up with a party greater than 2. I do think it is definitely worth to try this place at least once. The inside is such a vibe with the music and dim lighting. The food was amazing! I really enjoyed their wings which had a few options for the different flavors. I chose the spicy bbq one which were not spicy at all in my opinion and were very sweet and tangy. The bi bim bap was so flavorful and good. I definitely recommend with the crispy rice for a combination of different textures. I also got the mapo tofu which was different than the mapo tofu I'm used to but it was very soft and flavorful and I enjoyed taking a bite out of it with the bi bim bap combo. Overall the service was really quick and the food was really good. I definitely want to visit again to try the other foods in the menu! read more

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I had been to Juche a few months ago and it was great, so was excited to go back when I was in town this past week. Unfortunatelt, the food was terrible this time around. The dumplings had freezer burn, the rice was mushy and tasted terrible, the chicken in the bop tasted like it came out of a freezer. Even the tea had a bad taste to it. I contacted the restaurant about our experience and Chef Eddie replied that he had overseen the cooking and was happy with the quality. There are plenty of options out there and if Chef Eddie is happy with that level of "quality" I would definitely go elsewhere. read more

I hope to not offend anyone, but this place people overhype it too much. It honestly not the best Korea food I have ever had. I have had better food. I wish it was as hype as I saw it on Tiktok. First of all, let's start with the food. The spicy burger was trash. It is not worth getting. A burger patty with pickles carrot and radish. Nothing spicy about it and it was not that good. The fries was actually pretty decently good. It was crunchy, but again fries get soft so they lose their crunchiness. The bi bim bop was oka. I did like the crispy rice, but it just taste sweet and not savory. I wish it was better, too much lettuce, makes the dish very watery. Which is not that good. The pork belly was not spicy and crispy at all. People on social media hype the pork belly too much. The Bindaetteok was oka, it wasnt all that. I prefer other korea authentic place in the city. If you want a nice cool vibe, this is a good place to chill and hangout with friend. Not a place for big family. I got the wing with spicy bbq sauce, it was actually good. Recommend the wing. The service was decent. The server was nice, however i ask for a spoon like three times and never got my spoon. I just stir my bibimbop with chopsticks instead, it wasnt good, but got some of it stir. Overall, the bar and drinks look good. I dont drink, but i heard other people say it was good. That could be something to try when u come here. But the food, it's not all that. People overhype it and they didnt give their best at the food that was brought out. Try something new sure, but better korean food somewhere else! read more

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