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    Seoul Hotdog

    4.7 (424 reviews)
    InexpensiveHot Dogs, Korean

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    spicy mozzarella dog
    Blu M.

    Definitely my favorite Korean corndog in Berkeley! Seoul Hotdog is conveniently located in Northside Berkeley right across from the engineering buildings on Cal campus. I love stopping here for a quick bite after lecture. The food is so good and comes out super quickly. I love that this spot is nestled between a bunch of other places; so I can get food here and maybe a drink or a sweet in close proximity too! I always get their spicy battered mozzarella dog with regular breading or cubed potatoes on occasion. SO DELISH! The cheese is perfectly melty and I love the batter. Very flavorful and perfectly compliments the cheese. I usually get mustard and spicy mayo to dip as well :) Overall, a cute spot with quick service. If you have a specific craving for Korean corndogs or just want a really tasty fried food, you gotta come here!

    Sweet potato coated and regular
    Ethan N.

    I didn't expect the best Korean corndogs I would ever have this far to be tucked away in the very back of a food hall in Berkeley. When we came it seemed like there was only one lady who took our order and one guy cooking in the back, but the store was pretty much empty so there were no issues there. The decor and signage consist (lovingly) of quotes poorly translated into English, which means the food is undoubtedly going to be either authentic or delicious or both. Our order, a sweet potato covered mozz/sausage dog and regular sausage dog (both with sugar) came out to just over $14 before tip -- not off the mark for the standard K-corndog price range. I haven't seen sweet potato as a coating before, so I was willing to shell out the extra fee and it was absolutely worth it. The subtle sweetness from the potato was enhanced with the sugar coating, and when topped with the sweet and sour sauce + honey mustard combination I was pretty much in heaven. The coating on the regular dog was crunchy and chewy as well. Definitely make the stop by for corn dogs that rival the big names.

    SLURP
    Jason K.

    their last day in business is september 6th saturday please support them for their last day theyre so kind

    Gina G.

    My first Korean Corn Dog..no words, just epic cheese pulls and full-belly smiles! Tucked away near Cal Berkeley, you'll find Seoul Hotdog - a family-owned spot specializing in this delicious Korean street food snack. We learned the batter is made with rice flour, wheat flour and panko crumbs, making this a bit different than your typical cornmeal treat. You can add additional toppings to the batter which is super fun - we did one with regular potatoes, which was the perfect blend of a hot dog & fries in one bite. We ordered one with a sweet potato crust - the perfect union of sweet and savory. And last but certainly not least, we ordered the Mozza & Sausage which I'm still thinking about currently! Think juicy meat hugged by warm, goey cheese..is there anything better? They give you an option if you would like your dog rolled with sugar, and next time I would love to try the sweet potato that way! There's also several dipping sauces to pair with like honey mustard, ketchup, sweet chili sauce, sriracha mayo and more. The sauces look like little milk utters/upside down bottles, which I thought was a clever touch! Pairing the honey mustard with the regular potato and the sweet chili on literally everything was how we rolled. All in all, I can't wait to come back and try more flavors like the all Mozza version! FYI there are also veggie options too. Such a fun spot to tuck away with friends or solo - kind service, great value and an overall, awesome product. Well done! So

    Menus for add-ons
    Mary K.

    Want to try the food court and I really had to try the corn dog! Had to try the sweet potato corn dog. You can get it without the hotdog in it or with just cheese! I was a little disappointed because the cheese did not melt or stretched the way it showed on the video and the photo. it was OK. The lady behind the counter was helpful knowing it was my first time trying a fancy corn dog with a twist. lol it's small inside for seating but lots of shared seating outside. That's expected for a food court.

    #bigseoul with potatoes!
    Cindy W.

    Korean corn dogs are so good, so filling, craveable ! I'd compare this with an analogy; When the Japanese took over the American car market by making uber reliable cars, the Korean's have done this with the Illinois invention of the corn dog. A hotdog on a completely different level! If you love corn dogs as much as I, this is a must try!

    Veggie mozza
    Sydney J.

    I decided to give them a try while looking for dinner in the food court on Hearst. I ordered a veggie mozza and then wandered off for a while, then was gently chastised by a worker when I returned because my order had been done for a while and they'd been calling out my name multiple times - sorry again! This was my first time I had a Korean style hot dog, so it is certainly quite sweet (as you can guess from the sugar coating on the outside) but also had thick dense cheese in the middle, but I like the crunchy crisp outside. If you like cheese sticks but with some more crunch, this would be a good option. The veggie, rice cake, triple cheese, and veggie mozza were their vegetarian options at the time I visited. The court has some tables you can eat at, but it's also close to the north side of UC Berkeley campus if you want to find other spots to eat outdoors.

    Jocelyn L.

    food 9/10: The crust of the hotdogs were so crispy!! I definitely recommend getting the sweet potato crust because it's so unique and adds a hint of sweetness to the hot dog!! Also I recommend eating it right when served so the cheese pull is super satisfying. As for sauces, I paired the mozzarella hotdog with sweet chili and some honey butter powder and it was so yummy!! service : 10/10 The cashier was so nice and the food came out after around 8 minutes!! ambience: 10/10 The store has a little bit of seating both outside and inside. It felt so cozy and clean so I definitely recommend going here for hangouts w friends

    Elaine C.

    Tried the sweet potato half and half corn dog! Added sugar, ketchup, honey mustard, and it was soooo yum. I lowkey didn't realize how large it was until trying to devour it and getting made fun of by my friends for being a 'slow eater'. This spot really curbs the craving for authentic Korean corn dogs. However, my friend had a traumatic experience (he got the hot cheetos corn dog with sugar), so learn from his mistakes. Would knock off half a star for uncomfy chairs :(

    Pepper Jack & Sausage
    Crystal L.

    My go-to place for a quick and easy lunch! I go at least twice a month. My usual is potato crusted hotdog, and it's so good. The outside is crispy with chunks of potato. This time I brought my sister for the first time to try it and she got the pepper jack and sausage one, she enjoyed it as well. Compared to other Korean hotdog places, I really appreciate the fact that asides from the sugar, you can add the other condiments yourself. For me, the hotdog is filling so it's very worth it! Love the lady who works there, she's so sweet and always smiling!! The place itself is super cute but only has a couple tables, although there are more tables in the courtyard area too. They always have one tv playing kpop MVs and another with a mukbang for Korean hotdogs.

    Haley T.

    One of the best Korean Corndogs I've had. They were decently priced and larger than I expected! I came on a Friday afternoon and it was fairly busy. I ordered the Mozza & Sausage. One corndog was very filling. I liked how the cheese and sausage were evenly dispersed. Their sauce dispenser was so cool!! Mess and hassle free. Will definitely be back for more!

    Korean hotdog with hot Cheetos crust and regular crust!
    Mariam M.

    Seoul Hotdog is a great place to kick your cravings for Korean Hotdogs! They have quite a few options and you can really mix and match what you're interested in trying. It wasn't too expensive either!

    the mozzarella and sausage hot dog with potato crust (from memory, artists rendition, 2024)
    Xie A.

    For years sports media pundits have attempted to articulate what it means to be elite: the killer mentality that separates the great from the greatest -- the ephemeral, elusive, hidden "dog" that resides within only the greats. Does your favorite have that dog in them? Perhaps we see this dog as a Doberman, a husky, or a great hound -- but I have discovered the truth for which there is no question: the "dog" is the one and only Seoul Hot Dog. Seoul Hot Dog is a pure, primal, sensual experience. Just as the mantra on the wall tells me that I am beautiful both inside and out, my insides and outsides were truly filled to the brim. To describe the flavor would be akin to cultural annihilation, the destruction and simplification of a truly human essence. Indeed, the dog which you choose can be described as nothing short of your brother, a fellow human in which you engage with a holy communion -- you caress the dog, you softly embrace the dog with the warmth of the sugar (optional), and delicately shower it in your choice of condiment with the squeeze of a delicate udder. A firm tug on that condiment teat reminds you of your own humanity. You are the dog. The dog is you. And we all can have that dog, in us. Amen. Adog.

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    Is one of my favorite place. Every bite is worth the money. I am so sad they are closed. I miss Seoul hotdog.

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    I am so sad this place closed! My favorite K. Corn dog spot! Loved the different corn dogs and the vibes!

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    Ask the Community - Seoul Hotdog

    Is the batter gluten free or is there a gluten free option?

    Sorry, no gluten free options.

    Do you guys do catering for weddings?

    We are not able to cater at this time. Thank you for your interest in Seoul Hotdog.

    Is there any other type of meat available, such a a hot link or chicken apple?

    No but there is a vegan dog and you can mix n match cheeses and dogs in one corn dog

    Are their hot dogs gluten free?

    Does the batter have dairy in it?

    No dairy in our batter.

    Is there a new delivery option because it is no longer on postmates?

    Sorry, currently we don't have another option for delivery.

    Does anyone know if the corndogs are red meat?

    There are various choices of insides available. The hotdog/sausage and hotdog/sausage/cheese combos do appear to be red meat. There are limited other choices available

    Is there any gluten free option?

    I don't think there is

    Is the veggie option vegan?

    Yes, it is vegan.

    What is the sausage made of what meat?

    All beef.

    How do we order delivery through apps or through call?

    Customers use Postmates for delivery.

    Can we phone in our order ahead of time?

    Yes

    Are the vegetarian hotdogs fried in a separate batter than the non-vegetarian ones? Or perhaps, can we request them to be fried separately?

    Currently we use one fryer for all of our hot dogs.

    I have a seafood allergy. Do you cook the squid ink orders in separate oil from the other foods?

    We fry the squid ink batter in the same oil.

    What kind of oil do you fry the hotdogs in?

    Soybean oil

    Is the meat pork? Or do you guys have all beef option?

    All of our meat hotdogs are beef. We also have Veggie hotdog as well.

    Do you use eggs?

    We do not use eggs in our batter.

    Are they open for outdoor/indoor eating right now or only for a take-out?

    Currently, it will be take out only.

    Is the veggie a vegetarian hotdog, or is it a hot dog wrapped in vegetables? Is the rice cake dog vegetarian?

    Our Veggie hotdog is plant base hotdog and rice cake hotdog is made with rice.

    Do you offer delivery?

    Sorry, currently we do not have delivery service.

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