This place is one of my favorite lunch spots in Pioneer Square. Super friendly staff, clean and beautiful interior space, and excellent food! I love that their menu rotates seasonally, so even if you always get bibimbap you'll never get bored. They are in my lunch spot "rotation" so I usually only see the same menu for maybe 2 or 3 times before the seasons change. They used to carry a lot of pantry items, cook books, and locally sourced art which I thought was really cool. But the most recent time I visited this wasn't there anymore, which is a bummer but I understand that it probably was not lucrative enough from a business stand point. Hoping some day they might bring it back! read more

Got bibimbap for lunch while walking around Seattle! It was good- I liked that they automatically put sauce on the side so that I could choose how much to put in myself. The bathrooms were clean and the staff was nice. read more

Ohsun Banchan Deli & Cafe - Seasonal bibimbap with chicken - Gluten-Free Near Me - Seattle, Washington

You must try their kimchi's. So fresh. So sour. Hits just right. Lovely staff on a busy day. They were hosting a matcha pop up so there were lots of people showing up to support everyone. Lovely sense of community. read more

Ohsun Banchan Deli & Cafe - Gluten-Free Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I was so happy to find a gluten-free friendly Korean restaurant! It's a fast casual place, where you order at one and pick up at the other end of the counter. There is a bussing station in the corner by first counter. I loved that there was a little grocery store/shop of fun foods and tableware. The employee who helped me was very helpful and kind. The food was so fresh and delicious! I was a little disappointed by the pandan mochi's texture, so it didn't hit the spot for me, but that's not made in house. I will definitely remember this very special little place! read more

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Come to Ohsun almost every other week. Had our first Melting Pot lunch here with a group from work where we share about our cultures. The back table was perfect for us six. Service is always so friendly and helpful as people try to make decisions with a cuisine they haven't tried before. Joelle is the best always a smile and friendly greeting making everyone feel at home. We each ordered snacks entree then we added the Kimbap and Japchae to share. Everyone enjoyed their meal some could handle the spice a little more than others. We don't work to far so hopefully I've crested fans who will return! read more

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Incredibly kind and friendly people working. Gorgeous space, delicious and clean food, and fast service. Very happy we stopped here for lunch. read more

Ohsun Banchan Deli & Cafe - Partially eaten chicken bulgohi banchan meal 7/24/24 - Gluten-Free Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Not authentic Korean. Not horrible but not worth the price. Food was super salty. Banchan was not very authentic and the flavors were very homogenous. Gochugaru and gochujang on literally everything. That was disappointing considering all the other wonderful flavors and sauces in Korean cuisine. Despite that, it definitely tastes home made but like something you would have at a friend's house that is experimenting with Korean fusion. It appears to be Korean owned so my guess is that its been tailored to a specific demographic. There are images of the food online that look super authentic but its not what they offer in the shop. I wonder if they're under new ownership or have changed chefs. The staff were handling food without using gloves which was a big turn off for me in an open kitchen. Just underwhelming but not horrible. I wouldn't eat it again but I cant say I hated it either. Cute place though. read more

I first tried Korean food at a restaurant when I was in the Army near Newport News Virginia. I'll never forget my perception of the foreign-ness to the food. I remember there was a lot of meat and a fried egg cracked on top. That was over 30 years ago. I tried a lot of different Korean food since with favorites including Bulgogi, and all the meats... Today, I find myself here at Ohsun Banchan for Lunar New Year. I find myself thinking about what a change this has become from my original perception and understanding of Korean food. We got the Bulgogi that came with 3 banchan. My wife loves everything pickled, and I try... I like the cucumbers, but the rest isn't my thing. I want to clarify, I do like Kimshi, just not all things pickled. The Bulgogi and the purple rice was lightly seasoned, but very delicious. I would season more, but I do think we as Americans overseason. Great experience. Thank you Ohsun Banchan. read more

Ohsun Banchan Deli & Cafe - Bulgogi - Gluten-Free Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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We tried this place out this past February but just now getting to writing a review. Atmosphere: 5/5 Very clean, hip interior. Adequate seating when we went. You order at the counter and find a seat. Service: 4/5 Service was good, nothing that was exceptional but they were friendly. None of the staff were Korean/Asian, so if you go in expecting to speak Korean to the workers, that won't work (just wanted to mention that in case your native language isn't English). Food: 2/5 We were extremely disappointed - my boyfriend and I are Korean, and this is in no way reflective of real Korean food (atleast the dishes we had). My chicken bibimbap was ok, but my boyfriend's bulgogi braised beef (don't have a picture) was extremely dry and is in no way an accurate representation of what bulgogi should taste. He had a hard time finishing his dish. I think we were extra discontent because of the price point - for two dishes and one side order, it came out to whopping ~$60 (can't exactly remember the price but I'm certain it was that much, my jaw dropped when I heard our total). We are quite astounded at the amount of positive reviews of this place. If you want authentic Korean food, this is not the place to go. I recommend making the trip down to Federal Way for that. I noticed that a lot of these reviews are predominantly from non-Korean people, so take them with a grain of salt. Location: 2/5 Located in Pioneer Square - parking is difficult. It's expected in this area. I want to give this place a 2.5 but I will bump it up to 3 stars. read more

Ohsun Banchan Deli & Cafe - bibimbap - Gluten-Free Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Ohsun is one of my favorite spots in Pioneer Square. From the food to the staff and even the space itself, it's a wonderful experience each time! The seasonal rotation of flavors in the dishes as well as the banchan are always exciting. If you're local, don't forget to check out the classes and events because there are some great collaborations with other small businesses and neighborhood spots! read more

Gluten free Korean! Bibimbap adapts to season. Fall bowl has squash and different meat options! Spicy tofu is fine, not overly spicy. Salmon crackers were yummy, but not worth $15 for the serving. Lots of fun non-alc drink options (they have alcohol too). Vegan glass noodles have a good portion size. I love the vibe of the inside, perfect for a lunch break! Warm yet bright lighting and high ceilings. Staff is kind. read more

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A very cute, aesthetic Korean deli located in Pioneer Square in Seattle. I came here for a quick lunch but I think it's perfect place for everyone because They have 100% vegan dishes and delicious Korean rice. For some reason Korean rice tastes better than some other rice to me.‍ 100/10 for their food,services and decorations read more

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I wish I could do 4.5 stars here!!!! I came here twice now and both times has met/exceeded my expectations. This place does banchans that you typically can get at restaurants but in bulk or at like hmart, but higher quality, in my opinion. We gotten a couple of things here and I can see myself coming back. The place is really nice and bright and the people are pretty nice. They have food where you can order as well as a refrigerated section where you can do fast take outs. Kimbap - pretty solid - I like the interesting sauce that they have to go a long with it. My only critique was that it was a little loosely wrap so it fell apart after being in my car on the way home. Japchae and marinated squid -- both are super good, you can definitely tell they use high quality ingredients for these and prices are not bad either. Love the flavor and texture of both. I definitely want to try their other dishes and see what they come up next. Parking in pioneer square is a pain but I think that is expected already. read more

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Really enjoyed our experience here! The food was creative and well-executed, particularly the seafood dishes. The noise level was quite high, making conversation difficult. Prices are reasonable for the quality. Will be returning soon read more

Expensive, even for Seattle. I was excited to check out Ohsun Banchan Deli & Cafe for lunch, as this Korean spot is near my office and I love Korean food. But my lunch was incredibly pricey, especially for lackluster food. I visited on a Thursday around lunch time and the place was pretty busy, with many people dining in or getting takeout. The size of the eatery is a decent size for casual dining, such as lunch. But if you're planning for a group outing, you best come soon after it opens. This is the kind of spot where you order and pay at the counter and wait for your food to be prepared for pickup when it's called. I ordered the spring bibimbap and added beef bulgogi, with the gochujang sauce. It was about 10-15 minutes for my food to be ready, which I didn't mind. The spring bibimbap included purple rice, roasted zucchini, garlic soybean sprouts, snap pea microgreens, roasted bell peppers, shredded purple cabbage and perilla leaves. All of these ingredients were good, but $17 is steep. And then when you add protein, or in my case, beef bulgogi for an extra five bucks, then you better hope it's worth the money. But sadly, it was not. The beef bulgogi was very, very dry. Because of so, the taste was bland, so the gochujang sauce served as a saving grace rather than to complement the entrée. The meal wasn't bad, but it's not $22-before-tax-and-tip-good. Not at all. I will not be ordering the beef bulgogi again. In fact, I may just come back to grab already-prepared banchan items as they have a case for choosing. But I'm hesitant to get another meal here for how expensive it is. Oy. read more

Ohsun Banchan Deli & Cafe - Spring Bibimbap w/ Beef Bulgogi - Gluten-Free Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Great spot in Pioneer Square that offers delicious Korean dishes at affordable prices. We had the Banchan Plate with Tofu and some Kimbap. We were quite happy with the taste and quality of all of their dishes. They also do a good job making high quality side dishes. They also seem to support other businesses through their mini mart inside the restaurant and through pop-up events! When we were there they also were hosting pop ups Yuzu Cakes and Drink Grean! It's nice to see they are also supporting fellow small businesses within the community. Would highly recommend! read more

Ohsun Banchan Deli & Cafe - Kimbap - Gluten-Free Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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We walked by this place and we decided to try it out. My friend ordered a bibimbap and I got spicy potato stew. First of, Based of the traditional bibimbap they usually included a fried egg. However this place doesn't. So this place is definitely a fusion. My friends bibimbap plus an egg added up to an total of 24 dollar. I would not say this dish worth this much of money based on the portion and the taste. This does not taste like bibimbap at all. Now to my dish, it is just spicy potatoes with some zucchini with broth plus some rice. Again it doesn't worth the price. Since they claimed it's spicy potato, it was not spicy at all. The whole stew is very bland and it doesn't tasted that good. I also added spicy squid, that one was okay but not the best. I personally will not come back to this place because of the price and taste/portion were not proportionate. This is meh. read more

Ohsun Banchan Deli & Cafe - Bibimbap - Gluten-Free Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I really enjoyed visiting this restaurant. The only problem with it is that the food was extremely salty. Don't get me wrong, I eat Korean food all of the time. But for whatever reason, on this day, the food was unbearable. I ordered the bibimbap and my girlfriend ordered the banchan meal. The bibimbap optionally came with the saltiest egg I have ever eaten in my entire life. Normally a little salt is good, but when you mix the bibimbap and you're eating layers of salt over salt, it is just too much! I love salt, but this place went over the top. Same food, less salty, would be a way to fix this. read more

Not a terrible occasional pick for a quick work lunch in Pioneer Square. Super quick for to-go orders, and not incredibly expensive. Glad they're here! Even if I still mourn the old Berliner that used to be here I had an order of the Daily Kimbap. It was alright, but it's best quality was that it wasn't one of the usual staples around the area more than that it was good. It was alright. Worth a visit or two to see if fits for you. But be very careful if you want an option with animal protein, most of the menu is vegan. read more

Ohsun Banchan Deli & Cafe - Gluten-Free Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Enjoying my weekly lunch at Ohsun! My standby is either ginger chicken soup or potato stew. Some of the dishes are too large so the soup is a perfect lunch and I can add rice if I need some extra. The space is open, light, and airy. The menu changes seasonally so there are seni-frequent surprises. Wonderful for takeout and there is a "fast lunch" Rice Thief where you get rice and banchan. Gluten free and vegan friendly. Meatballs are to die for. read more

Ohsun Banchan is such a cute little shop! In addition to having a ton of banchan and dishes you can order, they also have a mini mart inside with various ingredients, tea, chopsticks, and more. We ended up just grabbing some banchan to go, so we can make some korean rice bowls at home, and they were all great! We got kimchi, cucumber kimchi, tofu and broccoli, and the mayak eggs. I love the cucumber kimchi and tofu and broccoli! The tofu and broccoli is pretty light, but I love it like that. I'm a bit picky about kimchi and prefer sweeter kimchi, and theirs is decently sour. It wasn't my fave, but again I'm particular about kimchi! My partner really liked the kimchi. Definitely will be back to grab some more banchan and try their bowls! read more

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This place is so awesome that I even remembered to take pictures before I'd destroyed our plates. It's amazing that the owner isn't gluten free but decided to make the restaurant be GF. Korean food is something I adore, it's easily adapted to GF without sacrificing flavors or texture, and this place delivers. The selection is unique and varried and everything we had from the kimbop to the bulgogi to the Korean-style meatballs was a home run while all being distinct. The service was 5/5 as was the aesthetic inside. They even have some pantry items and cookbooks available which really push this spot over the top for me! read more

Ohsun Banchan Deli & Cafe - Kimbop - Gluten-Free Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Really yummy, love that you get the little side dishes The cucumber is amazing, and the apple is really unique. The ginger iced tea is not to miss! read more

Ohsun Banchan Deli & Cafe - Bulgogi Beef and ginger iced tea - Gluten-Free Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Solid Korean place in Pioneer Square! We had the bibimbap. Very, very fresh, and good flavor! Tofu was perfectly done. There are quite a few vegan options on the menu, which is really nice. Next time we will try out the banchan, which are all vegan. Great location, and nice inside. Good seating. Make sure to check out the bathroom -- groovy lighting, but what's behind that little door?!? Probably my only complaint is that it's a little pricey. But the ingredients are all very fresh, and the portions are large. Hours are great, too -- they open late enough that you can have an early dinner if you have plans somewhere else later. We will be back! read more

Ohsun Banchan Deli & Cafe - Bibimbap - Gluten-Free Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I've been anxiously anticipating going to this spot for awhile now - Ohsun Banchan did not disappoint at all! What a great Sunday lunch: Spring Bibimbap beef (Bulgogi) w/Gochujang Dressing The meat was so tender & had all the right flavors w/kimchi sprouts but I wish I would have that egg - next time I'm getting the egg. Japchae Noodles - were so Yummmy & were thicker noodles and I was happy about that. Daily Mayak Kimbap - wow I love all the great flavors the pickled daikon so yummy. Korean American BBQ Meatballs: 3-100% beef meatballs smothered in savory KA-BBQ Sauce, served with purple rice and cucumber muchim. So delicious and had all the good flavors inside the meatballs & the KA-BBQ sauce was a great flavor pairing. Halmi drink was good! Iced Halmoni's House - this was perfect on a Sunday - I added whiskey & it was so good. read more

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Korean-American here with roughly 40ish years of experience eating Korean food made by Korean immigrants (my parents & family and my parents friends and Korean church ladies) can defintely say that Ohsun makes good home-style Korean food! I picked up half pound each of the spicy sweet dried squid, anchovies, and potato salad plus chappchae as an entrée. Plus one each of like, every kind of drink they sold cuz why not and a bag of thick rice noodle. DON'T SLEEP ON THE SIDES! They go soooo nicely with a bowl of steaming hot rice, a bite of squid (sweet and chewy with a little spice) or topped with tiny anchovies (savory and ummami heaven) and chasing that saltiness with some cold potato salad (smooth and chunky texture with crisp sweet apple bits and crunchy cucumber). And the chappchae is chock full of perfectly cooked and lightly seasoned veggies and the potato starch noodles are cooked exactly right. It's fun taste- testing all the drinks we bought and reminiscing about the first times we had each drink and trying out new favorites! Some people might whine that this is nothing special and easy to make but when you're tired and you just want some home-cooked food that you didn't have to spend hours shopping, prepping, cooking and serving - Ohsun really hits the spot. And food that somebody else carefully prepared for you tastes 20% yummier than when you cook it yourself, don't you think? Sometimes if I am hungry for a snack, I just grab the dried squid dish and eat it my itself - kind of like sweeter seafood jerky. Or I turn the anchovies dish into my go-to meal as a kid; mix it with hot rice, a dollop of hot pepper paste, a dash of sesame oil, and a dried egg of top. Scrumptious. I could eat it every day! The staff here is hardworking and really friendly and kind and made me feel welcome. If I'm in Pioneer Square, I will always stop by and basically meal prep for week with their dishes for a home-style meals that tastes like how mom used to make it. If you're looking for Michelin stars fancy gourmet food to-go, uhh... you're in the wrong place. I personally can't wait for this place to get more traffic so they will have more incentive to expand their menu!! read more

Ohsun Banchan Deli & Cafe - Pretty mural - Gluten-Free Near Me - Seattle, Washington

My husband and I ate there recently and were unfortunately extremely underwhelmed. We were so excited to try a place that had such an extensive gluten free menu because my husband is celiac. My husband ordered the bibimbap and I ordered the japchae. I took a bite of the japchae and couldn't eat any more because it was so incredibly salty. It tasted like soy sauce had just been dumped in and there was no other flavor to the dish. My husband said his Bibimbap was ok but also very salty. I ended up letting the staff know that my dish was inedible and they graciously took it off of our bill. My husband ate about half of his meal but ended up throwing his leftovers away as we left the restaurant because he knew he wouldn't want to eat it again. It's such a shame because we were so excited for the concept of the restaurant but the cooks really need to work on getting the flavors down for the food. read more

Ohsun Banchan Deli & Cafe - Japchae - Gluten-Free Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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As a Korean person who grew up in Asia for most of my life, I can admit I am usually weary of Korean food in the US. But THIS! Wow. I love the modern take but simultaneous authenticity of this place. The banchans are made all in house with seasonal variations and the flavours are incredible. I can't wait to eat everything on their menu, all year round! Service was amazing too, I love people who are passionate about their craft. 10/10 :) read more

Ohsun Banchan Deli & Cafe - Jackfruit kimbap. The idea of chimichurri with it was foreign but brilliant - Gluten-Free Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Love take-out from here! The flavors are incomparable and elevate our food through the week. Banchuns are FLAVOR bombs of joy I crave. So glad to see this pop-up beginner at a brick and mortar. Keep up the good works! read more

Great lunch spot in pioneer square. Clean and yet cozy space with good music and friendly staff. The banchan meal with tofu hit the spot. The pickled radish was especially nice. Would come back to try other items on the menu. Great value for the $$. read more

Ohsun Banchan Deli & Cafe - Banchan meal with tofu - Gluten-Free Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Banchan was not that good and the rest of the food was incredibly salty. Overpriced and small portions. The service was good.

We tried the kimbap, sotteok sotteok and bought some banchan to bring back. Love the creative use of fall flavors (eggplant and sundried tomato) for the kimbap! So unexpected and so delicious. When friends ask me how I make my kimbap my answer is "whatever is in my fridge" and this is really what Korean home cooking is about- being resourceful and creative. Whether it's kimbap or bibimbap it's really about using up what we have on hand. The apple muchim was so good, potato salad and kimchi were delicious. read more

Ohsun Banchan Deli & Cafe - Potato salad, apple muchim, and kimchi - Gluten-Free Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I dined here for lunch during their soft opening in December and then returned today to check out their newly expanded menu options of banchan, entrees, and libations. The space is a typical Pioneer Square storefront of outside exposed brick and stylish cafe inside awash with subway tile and cozy tables. (Also, as an aside, Ohsun's bathroom might be the best in the Pioneer Square neighborhood!) As a gluten-intolerant, Korean BBQ meat-lover, this place ticks all my boxes: 100% gluten-free menu savory Korean meats flavorful banchan appetizers When I first visited, I was most impressed with their Japchae Glass Noodles, a lovely cool blend of sesame oil-infused umami and veggie flavors swirling in the starch of the sweet potato noodles. They were unsurprisingly out of japchae today, so I ordered the Banchan Meal, which consisted of a protein and rice with three banchan. I decided on the bulgogi braised beef, and for banchan, I chose: tomato muchim, spicy squid, and anchovy & shishito peppers. The anchovy & shishito peppers banchan was my favorite, as it is an appetizer I have never had at any other Korean restaurant and loved the spicy flavor and the texture, an excellent match for the bulgogi. The other two also had unique and fabulous textures and flavors, making them very memorable. Looking forward to trying the other banchan offerings on return visits. As far as the entree, I found nothing particularly striking about the bulgogi beef. But "banchan" is in the name of the cafe, so it is no surprise that the banchan were the superstars of the meal. I paired the dishes with a simple shot of vodka, which they served with a giant ice cube, my preferred way of adding rocks to a spirit. It all came together very well. Gluten-free or not, I would absolutely recommend this place to people who love Korean flavors. I look forward to returning for the Anju Menu. read more

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This review is only for one banchan, so please take it with a grain of salt. Really confused about this place. The folks working there today were decidedly non-korean, which, okay, fine, same, but the profile of the banchan we got were beyond understanding. I normally make kongnamul-muchim myself, but i haven't been able to find kongnamul in my neighborhood in recent days. So, i thought this would be a nice easy dish to just buy out. It's worked out plenty of times from hmart and our favorite korean restaurants, why not this time? Holy ****. After purchasing, I opened the container at home and it was pungent. Not even in the wonderful kimchi way, but just.. straight vinegar smell. And rot. What on earth? I tasted it, just to confirm my premonitions, hoping my nose was just off, but no. I couldn't sense any sesame oil, any sugar, any salt, any of the normal variants of kongnamul that I've tried before. Just straight vinegar. Old white vinegar. I don't understand. I'm sure they have a whole recipe, but for whatever reason, this batch was just foul. From the pictures of the entrees, it really does not seem that authentic. Maybe those seeking a more fusion-ish experience would appreciate it more than my partner (a korean guy) and I. But just from this (isolated, one banchan only) experience, it's definitely a no-go. I was hoping for a lot better. From the other reviews, it seems like non-korean people really like this place. If you're not used to the standard, go ahead. read more

This place is unlike your typical eatery, restaurant, deli, cafe... it's a refreshing mix of all of the above rolled into one Korean American joint serving delicious meals, traditional to the native palate and catering to the newcomer's curiosities...whilst being gluten free and majorly vegan. It is it's own category of comfort food! They also have BOOZE! Lastly, the staff is kind. They're not just nice, they care, and seem to genuinely love what they do. You can taste it in the food. It feels good to be in there, which isn't something I can say about a lot of places I've been. All the banchan is bomb! The mayak eggs and the spicy squid are a must. Everything is so tasty it's hard to call. I'd list the whole menu actually but that's just being extra I think. Ha! read more

Love that their menu is authentic Korean done gluten free and with many vegan options. Love that they use seasonal ingredients so their dishes are freshly imagined throughout the year. Love the clean and open vibe of the space and the lovely sounding cocktails (which we didn't try on our visit). You place your order at the counter and they bring you your food, so there really isn't much service to speak of, but the interaction we had was pleasant. The two of us shared the vegan bibimbap ($17) with braised tofu (additional $2), the japchae glass noodles ($12) with braised tofu (additional $2), the daily mayak kimbap ($8), and a cinnamon/ginger/jujube/persimmon Halmi ($6 per can). A bit of an expensive lunch spot (they're only open until 7pm W-Sa and 4pm Sun), but the food was really tasty. I look forward to coming back. read more

Incredible food, delicious drinks, and wonderful service. I will be returning to eat here again.

We stopped in for lunch on a Friday afternoon. The staff here are very friendly and served us quickly. The food was tasty, and the various kimchi sides added a nice contrast to the chicken bulgogi I had. They serve classic Korean dishes, as well as some fusion dishes. They also had a number of tasty looking cocktails. The restaurant is bright and clean, and there was plenty of space. Overall, a pleasant place for a nice lunch. read more

Great for a quick delicious bite in an open and inviting space. I had the Banchan plate with tofu, squid, radish and cucumber. The squid was the best savory sweet surprise on the plate! Dedicated to making downtown more vibrant, Oh Sun had me at hello read more

Ohsun Banchan Deli & Cafe - Bar - Gluten-Free Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Cozy little Korean place that seems to serve a few different dishes. I ordered their bibimbap (비빔밥) with spicy chicken (닭갈비). It came out to be a little over $20 which is quite expensive for bibimbap. The chicken was decent and a few other ingredients like the bean sprouts and carrots I enjoyed. The mushrooms were really tough, and didn't really enjoy the other components. Unfortunately I probably wouldn't come back here - But super friendly staff and clean interior. read more

Ohsun Banchan Deli & Cafe - Bibimbap - Gluten-Free Near Me - Seattle, Washington