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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!
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.
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
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.
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!
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.
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
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 :(
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.
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!
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.
Quick Summary: - Crispy crust, light and airy - Batter is not sweet at default - One hotdog can be treated as a filling meal - Line during lunchtime is long, so if one is planning to have this for lunch, arrive here 15-30 minutes earlier I decided to try out the hot dog because my relative, who has tried it before, told me that it was really good. Although I do love dishes with sausages in them, I am more hesitant with corndogs. I prefer savory tasting dishes, so the corndog batter sometimes taste sweet to me. I ordered the one with the potato and parmesan cheese crush with the hot dog in the center. There were different types of sauces, but we decided to get the plain old ketchup and mustard. Upon first bite, I was convinced that this was a really good hot dog/ corndog. The crust is so crisp and light. It didn't have the batter cake like heaviness -- and it's also not sweet either. With these two missing factors, I would say this is more like a battered covered hot dog tan a corndog. I love -- to the infinity -- the potato bits on the crust. This gives a good texture! I'm in love. The cheese was a good addition too, and a surprise as well. I imagined the cheese would be heavy for this snack, but it was more like a side character. The cheesiness was light and became a good accent behind the sausage. Yes, the cheese stretches like a long string. The sausage in the hot dog was just right, not too salty, so it blended well with the other flavors. read more
Seoul Hotdog never fails to satisfy my craving for Korean hotdogs. The only downside is that it's located way up in Northside. But, the flipside is that by the time you trek all the way up to Northside, you'll probably have developed quite an appetite for the hotdogs! The restaurant is located in a small plaza with other restaurants, and has several outdoor seating! One thing to watch out for is their hours, as they close rather early. You don't want to make the same mistake I did several times and arrive too late or on Sunday, when it's closed! They offer several different kinds of hotdogs, but I usually get their #2 mozzarella and sausage hotdog. The classic. I usually pay the 75 cents extra for the spicy batter option, and sometimes I get the sweet potato batter (which is an additional $2), which is quite pricey come to think of it, since the entire hotdog itself is about $3 or $4. Relatively affordable! You also have the option to dip it in sugar, and they offer a variety of sauces to choose from and interesting powders to dust on top! I love trying the different options; you can't really go wrong with experimenting with the different sauces and dust powders. My favorite part of the hotdog has to be the cheese. The mozzarella is the softest I've ever tasted, and each bite entails a long and satisfying cheese pull. The sausage itself is fresh and delicious, but the cheese is the star of the show in my opinion. read more
3 years ago
This place is such a good addition to food court in North Berkeley since there usually isn't that many options up there and I would normally walk back down to Downtown Berkeley for food. Their Korean corn dogs are quick, easy, and only cost about $5-6 per corn dog (+$1-2 more if you get toppings), so it's budget-friendly if you're looking for something small throughout the day. Sometimes I will crave a Korean corn dog and will come here with some friends! They have a variety of complimentary condiments that you can get using really interesting "utter dispensers" - it's definitely a laugh with your friends when you use them for the first time. There is seating inside the restaurant and also outdoors in the food court area. Parking: There's no designated parking area/lot, so you will have to find parking in the smaller streets behind the food court because it is located on a main street. read more
Order make fresh per order. Price is fair, range from $4-6+. I love the variety of corn dogs that I have never thought of. My DD got the cheese with sausage and added extra for potato crust. The new concept of school lunch food. Order came out in a reasonable wait time. Fresh and crunchy! Bathroom was nowhere to find in store. read more
I think it'd be hard for a hot dog on a stick to go wrong, and Seoul Hotdog did not disappoint. Got the 9. Potato, which is the premium beef hotdog with a potato crust. I've had these hotdogs in Seoul before, and I felt that this one was pretty good, just more potato-y compared to Korea. It was pretty much French fries and a hot dog all on one stick. A tad hard to eat, you need to push up the hot dog after eating every few bites for an optimal experience. You can get it rolled in sugar (I recommend this for the salty and sweet taste, but it probably is better suited for the non potato dog imo) and they have a variety of sauces you can self serve. Ketchup went best with it (fries, duh) but that's my personal preference. While the line got long, it moved very quickly. Oh, watch out for the slight ramp going into the shop - I saw two people trip on it within twenty minutes... if the owners are reading these, please put up a sign or some colorful marker so folks watch their step! read more
My best friend asked me if I ever heard of Seoul Hotdog and I said no. She looked at me and said "You have to try it out. It is so good!" So finally, today has arrived and we have gone to eat here. Upon walking toward the restaurant, I see a bunch of people in line. I am getting excited because clearly this place is popular. There's a tv playing a woman doing a mukbang of these amazing looking corn dogs or "hot dogs." Everything she has looks spectacular. Okay back to the food. The order was fast and the wait took less than five minutes. I went for the Mozza & Sausage. I opted to add a Hot Cheetos crust. I then agreed to have the sugar placed on top of the crust. For condiments, I decided to have ketchup and the Sriracha Mayo. Let me tell you that the first bite of this, with a dip of Sriracha Mayo has to be one of the best bites of food I have ever taken. The sugary crunchy of the cover along with the melted cheese plus the Mayo with the sausage was absolutely phenomenal. I didn't want it to end. I was so impressed. I'm a fast eater but I did my best to slow it all down. I liked it to so much I knew I wanted to order another one for him. Absolutely incredible. The combo of all those differing items sound crazy together (Hot Cheeto crust, sugar, Sriracha mayo) WORKED great together. I highly recommend this place! - parking on the street is relatively easy - staff are quick and proficient - seating outside, a bunch of tables - food so good that even a bee decided to go for the leftover sugar lying on one of our napkins 5/5 read more
3 years ago
First time that we are trying korean hotdog food. Very impressed. Per the owner the popular one is number 2 with potato on skin. Love it and recommend for hotdog lover, or first time trying Korean hotdog. Service is quick and the lady very helpful to choose the hotdog. Ambiance is fun, and clean and feel like campus like environment. read more
5 years ago
I am a fan of ASMR for so long I've been wanting to find a place That sell cheese dogs so imagine how happy I was when I saw that there was a place in Berkeley. so me and my fiancé took a trip straight there and got some of their good delicious hotdogs We were lucky enough to come at the right time because right after we made our order the line was so long. When you walk in they have a separate place for you to order in a separate place for you to stand to receive your order. They have a video showing the ASMR which makes you even more hungry while you're waiting for your food. I got the hot Cheetos CRUST with just cheese because I do not eat red meat or pork And my fiancé got the Regular one with a hotdog and cheese on the inside. While we were waiting we were wondering if we should get more than one because we kept seeing people go back and re-order more and more. When we receive our order it was still hot and so filing I do not understand how you can Eat more than one we were so full it was absolutely delicious I cannot stop thinking about it I want to eat it every day read more
5 years ago
Omg! The best Korean hot dog I've ever had!!! We got their squid ink hot dog, and you can definitely taste the squid ink. It's a pretty good size too. The cheesiness was on par. The flavors together were very delicious! They make little tentacles out of the hot dog at the end of it to mimic a squid. How cute! Lol This place was kinda hard to find, especially if your not from the area. It's a drive from the freeway so don't be too concerned when your driving to the store. The only parking is street parking. Also! There are different restaurants in that area so why not make it a trip. Definitely can't wait to go back. read more
If you haven't tried a Korean hot dog you are missing out! During a pandemic they had everything on point! This joint is in the back of the Hearst Food Court. It's an all outdoor spot with seating and tons of amazing places to grab a bite to eat. They had social distancing markers on the ground and signs, you must wear your mask, contactless payment, hand sanitizer, and one way in and one way out flow. The staff was incredible! Really well job done by everyone for clear communication on the wait time. This place gets busy! I have been craving and looking forward to trying out Korean hot dogs for some time now. The wait time on a Saturday afternoon was 20-25 minutes and it took just about 25 minutes for us to get our freshly fried up food. I felt like a kid with excitement for cheese, sugar, and all of the brilliant flavors of this loved Korean street food. I am so grateful for the privilege we have in the Bay Area to try so many different cuisines and am grateful to those who share their culture through food. I loved the sausage and mozza dog so much! The sugar and salty combined made for such a brilliant combo! The all mozza with fries was a bit heavier for me and would maybe not get fries on it next time. It was soooo good and paired so well with mustard to add some acidic profiles and balance the richness of the cheese. Such a beautiful experience and I can't wait to try the squid ink next! read more
Korean corn dogs done right! Perfect for an afternoon / treat-yourself snack or a full meal. Cal students, I'm jealous of you! My go-to orders are the mixed hotdogs (Mozza & Sausage, Cheddar & Sausage) with regular crust and rolled in sugar. There's nothing like that first bite of the crispy, chewy exterior mixed with melty cheese (yum!). And I love how the cheese and sausage alternate - it's an adventure with each bite! Also, sugar on a hotdog might sound weird, but one taste of the savory-sweet combo, and you'll be hooked. The potato and sweet potato crusts provide a nice textural element, but I prefer the simplicity and more all-around crunch of the standard crust. Also, do try the Spicy Batter, which adds a flavorful, mild kick! Finally, the hotdogs are very reasonably priced, generally $4-6 before any add-ons, and two of are sufficient for a meal. Thank you Seoul Hotdog for bringing a taste of Korean street food to the East Bay! read more
I wish Seoul Hotdog was around when I was a Berkeley student! How can you resist a crunchy hotdog coated with fried potato cubes? The sprinkle of sugar makes the fried treat even more indulgent. This restaurant has limited seating and a small sauce bar with ketchup, mustard, honey mustard, and sriracha mayo. The menu is simple and customizable. These Korean corn dogs are perfect as a quick snack. read more
THE BEST THING EVERRRR! I have been wanting to try these Korean corn dogs ever since they started popping up on TikTok. We visited on a Wednesday around 5 PM and was very happy that there was no line and a bunch of tables to eat at. I ordered the all mozzarella one and also the potato one. Both were DELICIOUS! We tried the sugar on it and do not sleep on that! It is sooo good and it gives it the best taste. Price is very reasonable as well! They have the condiments on the side where you can load up on sauces: ketchup, mustard, honey mustard, sriracha mayo (yum). You can even customize the crust and add a hot Cheeto crust. 10/10 recommend and will be definitely visiting again hopefully soon. read more
Checked this place out with my niece who's into Kdramas and figured we'd see what the hype is about. It definitely got busy as we waited for our order so the popularity is evident. We weren't sure how to order, so I just asked the cashier what is the most popular and went with that. They were so busy, it felt like the cashier was rushing me and anxiety took over as I hurried with my order. Each order is freshly made and when it's ready, they ask if you want it coated in sugar. I did. Then they have a sauce station where you can pour to go containers with sweet chili, ketchup, mustard, and aioli. We tried all of them. The favorite sauce which surprised us, was the sweet chili. It complimented the hot dog well. The batter was light and crispy, not the same as the a regular corndog. The inside was a skewer of hot dog and mozzarella chunks. It was huge! We were amazed when we saw people ordering two to themselves as we found it challenging to even finish one (no judgement though). Overall, it was a good experience and definitely unique in flavor, but it's not something I see myself craving and needing to go back. Not because it was bad, but because it just wasn't my cup of tea. Glad I got to finally try it though. read more
Honestly, I have probably tried all the korean hot dog shops in the bay area.. and Seoul Hotdog is #1 right now! I came here for the first time this week and left very satisfied (& stuffed). I love how they make their cheese & sausage hotdogs. The cheese and sausage are alternated inside the hot dog instead of half sausage and half cheese like other places. The prices are also lower! It's a win-win. Another plus is the good amount of outdoor seating available! I love being able to enjoy my hotdogs freshly made without making a mess in the car :D PS: the sugar coating is a must read more
I've only tried this style of hotdog once while in Shinjuku with the potato crust and cheese, so I was excited to try more variations locally. I like the outdoor entryway and patio as you approach. Very welcoming and fun. You step inside to the left to place your order and then wait for your number to be called. We both ordered the pepper jack cheese n sausage. I got the classic crust and my friend got the hot Cheetos crust lol. Our order was ready in about 5 minutes. The menu is very clear with photos and ingredient lists. Now comes the fun part! Lots of misc toppings including my favorites - parm cheese, honey, and cheddar. The sauce station in itself is a work of art. I need to get one for my kitchen lol. My Seoul dog was fire! Tons of cheese pull action and was perfectly fried. They come out scorching hot, so I of course burned my tongue since I'm too impatient. It has the perfect texture. Great mid-day snack! read more
This is my first time trying this Korean Hotdogs and my oh my! It is so good!!! My family pretty much tried all Hotdogs on the menu and I must say .. it's not going to disappoint you at all! The sauces for the hotdogs are easily available on the side. If this is your first time trying Korean hotdogs then I suggest to try all the sauce ...even a small hint of the spicy ones! It's amazing how it all compliments and comes together at every bite! I'm hoping that the price will remain the same because it's definitely a whole lot of goodness for the reasonable price you pay! There are plenty of parking and depending on the time of day there's also a spot for a table. What we normally do is grab everything to go and walk across the street and sit on the grass at UC Berkeley. read more
The shop is located in a little plaza (?) it's all the way in the back. There's a few tables inside but there's also tables outside in the middle of all the shops. Wait time wasn't too long for the food! I think that it was pretty affordable & one person can finish one! ps: there's not much parking around the area. read more
5 years ago
I've been meaning to try this place before the pandemic and here I am, finally! These Korean hotdogs definitely hit the spot! I got the potato which was a corndog with a potato crust. I had it sugar coated and omg it was the best corndog I'd ever had! It had the perfect crunch when I took my first bite and the taste was on point! 10/10 recommend! I also got the squid ink, which had mozzarella cheese, sausage and squid ink batter. This one was also delicious! The cheese pull is real! Lol! The squid ink batter with the sugar coating gave it a sweet and savory taste which I enjoyed very much. The third one I got was the Mozza and Sausage. This one wasn't as phenomenal when compared to the other two. It was a corndog with cheese and sausage inside. Nevertheless, I enjoyed it because it had a nice crunch and fun cheese pull! I ordered the Strawberry Lemonade Slush. There was a tiny macaron on top. I thought this drink was okay. I didn't quite like the macaron being on top of something cold. It ruined the texture of the delicate dessert. Overall, the food was good. The sugar coating did make the corndogs extra delicious! I would definitely come back again for the potato and squid ink! read more
5 years ago
Need a quick bite before your next class? This is the perfect place for you! With an assortment of deliciously made Korean Street Corndogs to other Korean snacks and drinks, you'll surely find an affordable and yummy treat on Northside Berkeley. The worker was quick to take our order and there was outdoor seating to enjoy the meal. -- - 2. Mozzarella & Sausage ($4.39) // Layers of stretchy mozzarella and sausage covered with a super crunchy outer layer! I recommend covering the outer layer with sugar and they had an assortment of sauces and flavored powders you can enjoy this with as well. I like to enjoy mine with Honey Butter powder and ketchup:) read more
5 years ago
Wow I was way too ambitious trying to eat 2 by myself...by the time I ate 1.5 of these hotdogs, I was so full! To maximize fullness and satisfaction, I would recommend splitting 2 with someone else or just opting for 1 (unless you're super hungry!). The place is set up well to allow lots of space while waiting during covid times. It was also easy to find parking nearby, probably because of covid times as well. The entire process took me less than 10 mins to park, order, receive my hotdogs, get sauces, and get back to my car. When receiving the hotdogs, they'll ask you if you want them rolled in sugar. I was pretty curious about what it would taste like, and I ended up really enjoying the sugar. There's also so many sauces you can add and I opted for my go to which is sriracha mayo. I got the pepper jack sausage hotdog with hot Cheetos crust and I loved the cheese in it. I realized I'm not too big of a fan of sausage and preferred the cheese. Unfortunately, the hot Cheetos crust didn't seem to add any additional flavor or spiciness. The potato hotdog had a super unique texture, which I enjoyed too, but I still wasn't into the sausage (maybe because I had already finished the other hotdog by this point and was super full lol). I would come back here again for a cheese hotdog and maybe bring someone else along to share :) read more
5 years ago
Seoul Hotdog is a great place to grab a quick snack or a fun meal with friends. The hot dogs they use are quality beef dogs and the savory flavour complements the sweetness of the sweet potato nicely (if you get the sweet potato that is). Plus the location is great, right next to campus and nestled in a food court. That way if everyone wants something different they can have it! read more
YES !! SEOUL glad (ha ... ha) that Seoul Hotdog is nearby !! Now I can get my Korean cheese pull fixes whenever ! I've tried other Korean hotdog places in the South Bay and I have to say, Seoul Hotdog seems to have bigger proportions with equivalent prices. I wish there was an option for rice cake + mozzarella, but since that wasn't available, I opted to try #12 (triple cheese) based on the employee's recommendation. I LOVED the mozzarella part, but didn't care for the cheddar and pepper jack layer. Next time, I'll get straight mozzarella ! Love that there's so many options to customize your Seoul Hotdog like potato or sweet potato crust ! After you're handed your hotdog, there's a little condiment station where you can choose your sauces and/or toppings -- I liked the honey mustard ! I appreciate that they have some sauces ready to go small plastic containers :) Cute shop, available street parking, and abides by COVID-19 restrictions with social distancing, masks, and gloves. Would definitely recommend !! Can't wait to come back! I may just have to get two of these Seoul hotdogs since I want my mozzarella + rice cake combination, heh. read more
1 year ago
5 years ago
Nice reinvention of the hotdog. Taking an all-time American fav with an Asian twist. Each corn dog is presented with varying options of deep-dried batter and flavor and ingredients. For this first visit, I tried the quid ink, potato and sweet potato. I hope to try the ones with more cheese on my next visit. I never realized that putting sugar on a corn dog would enhance the flavor. I guess savory and sweet can complement each other. Best eaten while it's warm. But even when it's cold, it still keeps its flavor and it's crispy shell. read more
Absolutely LOVE seoul hotdog! I think I've gone here 5+ times. I personally know people who've had seoul hotdog for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and people who've had it for 3 days in a row. Seoul hotdog is a hit in Berkeley and there's no doubt why: 1) Pricing- about the same or less than the price of your average boba 2) It's fun! - who doesn't like to stretch cheese out of a dog 3) the staff - family run, locally owned and super kind workers. When my friend whacked my dog out of my hand while getting her sauces, they were kind enough to give me a replacement. 4) sauces/toppings! - they have a great variety of sauces from ketchup to honey butter 5) seating - so many outdoor and indoor options, super casual I've also catered from seoul hotdog before and ordered 80 dogs -- they came fresh and quick. They don't offer delivery, so that's something you would have to set up. You can come in on the morning day of to order less than 100 dogs and they also gave me a discount of 1 dog free for every 10 dogs i believe and also included honey butter chips upon pickup! They need a couple of hours beforehand as they make your dogs while also taking new orders throughout the day. They do not have trays though, only paper bags and mini paper tray and plastic bags to carry for pickup. Really glad i get to experience seoul hotdog as part of my college experience :) it's my go to for friend meetups, club hangouts, and just good times overall read more
Awesome find in Berkeley! I don't have to trek all the way to South Bay. I liked the corn dog!! Always get it with sugar!! I'd like to know more about this catering they have. Hopefully they thrive because I love my Korean corn dogs!! read more
I was excited to try this place and really wanted to like it, but unfortunately it didn't quite live up to its expectations and I thought it was rather overhyped. The shop itself is very cute and clean, and the service is fast and friendly. I went for the cheddar dog and the sweet potato dog and topped it with the sweet chili and honey mustard sauces. The dogs are quite big for how cheap they are, and it's rare to find such good prices for food in this area. The sweet potato dog was good at first, but a few bites in, it started getting rather overwhelming and I got sick of the flavor. I think I liked the cheddar better--eating it wasn't as tiring. The flavor of the sausages was okay; they seemed like typical hot dogs to me. Two dogs was quite a lot and I definitely had a hard time finishing. I can eat quite a bit so I was able to finish both dogs, but the amount of grease/sodium in it made me really thirsty and slightly nauseous for the rest of the day. To be fair, I guess I should've expected this from a place that sells fried food, and my body might just be more sensitive to grease/sodium because I normally eat pretty clean, but I don't think the flavor was good enough to be worth feeling bogged down for the rest of the day. read more
3 years ago
I can't stress this enough: SO YUMMY, HOT, & FRESH EVERY TIME! This little shop located at the top of North campus near Etcheverry (MechE building at Cal) is tucked away at the back of the little food area! I went to their grand opening and even though I've graduated I still come back to the area and brave the hard parking (mostly street and parallel parking on hills is required). Such polite and friendly staff and there is seating inside, very clean and inviting! I highly recommend anyone who loves Korean hotdog to come out and try! read more
First heard about this place from my family and decided to come and give it a try! It's getting popular lately. The choices are many and with many coating options. We tried the all mozz, squid ink, rice cake, and cheddar sausage. Well, they are exactly what you would expect flavor-wise, but when they are freshly made they are very crunchy on the outside and cheesy on the inside. The store also provide ketchup, mustard, honey mustard, and sriracha sauces for customers to change up the flavors. First try is very satisfying. It being a snack is also great for college students. read more
I've been wanting to try this place out for such a long time and especially binge watching kdramas during quarantine (Start up!) I knew I wanted to stop by when I was in the East Bay, unfortunately they are closed on Sunday's but open the rest of the week, even on New Years Eve. I made sure to call beforehand and they answered quickly! So of course we looked up their menu and I asked my friends who love corn dogs if they wanted me to get anything for them. So I was ready to order about 20 hot dogs and they did such a great job in a timely matter! They said it would take about 10-15 minutes and it felt so much faster than that. I am a hot cheeto lover, and having lived in Korea, I remember getting these during festivals and I wanted to stay away from the sugar coating which they offer right before they give it to you. I got the #11 which was pepper jack sausage with spicy batter and hot Cheeto crust. I put spicy Mayo and honey mustard on it and OMG the crunch and cheese pill when you bite into it is just heavenly! I'm sure I not only was hungry but it was definitely so good fresh. Since I ordered 3 separate orders of at least 4 hotdogs, they even gave me one on the house or "service" as they call it in Korea. I've shared this gem with some of my friends and they like it better than having to travel farther away to other areas. I'm so happy they have this in the East Bay and would definitely come back, the store is so cute too! Makes me feel like I just had a small visit to Korea. read more
Korean hot dogs... love the new food trend in CA! Beyond the different ingredients and crusts, the meat had a different appetizing flavor. #4 Cheddar and Sausage was so cheesy and gooey. To be honest, I couldn't tell the difference between the sausage and a normal hot dog. #9 Potato (premium beef hot dog and potato crust) was just what I expected from the picture: a corndog with breakfast potatoes stuck on the side. Not sure how the potatoes to stay in place, but I enjoyed the creativity. You can choose to have your corndogs rolled in granulated sugar, which I tried, but honestly it wasn't necessary and sort of detracted from the taste. They offered dipping sauces (sriracha, ketchup, cheese, etc.), which were good, but also not needed. If you want sauces, you must ask for to-go containers. read more
2 years ago
The trend of Korean Hot Dogs bought us here. In Berkeley, the spot was busy, next to other small businesses. Out door seating available and our food was ready after prob a 5 min wait After calling my name, I picked up my doggys and you could self serve sauces. Squid corn dog: 8/10. Perfectly warm, and the squid black substance to ink really didn't have a flavor. Very different food, but enjoyable Potato corn dog: 9/10. Much more flavorful, and some yummy sugar added to it. I def recommend try out the corn dogs here w ketchup and mustard read more
6 years ago
I finally made it to Seoul Hotdog to see if the hype was worth it. While I do enjoy hanging out in Berkeley, I'm seldom in this neighborhood, so I was excited to check it out. To start, my wife & I ordered a Mozza Sausage Hotdog and a Potato Hotdog, along with a Coke Slushie. The food took about 10 minutes to make (it was lunchtime and there were a few folks ahead of us already waiting for their food. So, we sat down at one of the outdoor picnic tables. When they called our order, they asked if we wanted an additional sugar coating on either of our dogs, which we politely declined. The dogs were right out of the fryer, so we let them sit for a few minutes. The Coke Slushie was topped with a macaron, so my wife ate that first. The first bite on the Mozza Sausage Dog was all cheese. According to the menu, this item has cheese/dog/cheese/dog sections on the skewer. Eventually, she got to the hot dog portion of the item. The cheese was perfectly stretchy, and the premium beef dog was well cooked. At first, I had a difficult time figuring out how to eat the Potato Hot Dog. The potato crust (think cubes of french fries sticking out everywhere) created more surface area on the dog. I just had to dig in and attack it. The potatoes gave the crust a great texture, complimenting the dog. There was also a table with all the condiments available for the dogs, including the standard ketchup and mustard, but also with sweet chili (my favorite), honey mustard and sriracha mayo. There were also shakers of powdered honey butter, yogurt, cheddar cheese and parmesan cheese available. Most people seem to drench their dogs in the different condiments, but I prefer to dip my dogs in the sauces (disposable to-go cups provided). The 2 dogs weren't enough for us, so we ordered one squid ink hotdog with an additional potato crust. While I did enjoy it, the potatoes seemed to dominate the flavor. Next time, I'll order the squid ink without the extra crust. Overall, we had a great time. We did come on Labor Day during the pandemic, so we were able to park on the street right by the place. Also, all the staff were wearing masks, and there was plexiglass in between the cashier and the customers. I can imagine this place being very busy once UC Berkeley is back in session normally. And I'll be back, too! read more
2 years ago
I think I've tried all the Korean hotdog places in the Bay Area. This has to be one of my top favorites, probably #2 after JSJ in Cupertino. It's located downtown in this tiny little plaza all the way at the back. I tried the cheddar + hotdog (half dog/half cheese) - the ratio was even. What stood out the most for me was the breading and crust. It was perfect and not too thick! I just wish they had an option for an entire hotdog with cheese inside - I like more protein. That's the thing that differentiates this and JSJ - the amount of meat. Had they had that option, this would definitely be my #1 for Korean hotdogs. It's still good nonetheless. Extra cheesy. The cheese pull is crucial! I added a little razzle dazzle of honey butter powder cus I never put anything on my hot dogs. Grabbed some spicy mayo & ketchup for dip. Spicy mayo is their most popular flavor (was recommended by the cashier) They're reasonably priced at $3-5. They have an assortment of flavors. Saw they introduced a new flavor - pepper jack & spicy sausage. I'll try that next time for sure! read more
5 years ago
So good!!! We've been wanting to try this place for weeks now after trying korean corn dogs for the first time in South Bay, but they close pretty early everyday and are closed on Sundays. We finally got the chance yesterday and we will definitely be coming back. Things to know: - Currently they close at 5:30pm on Saturdays (it says 6pm on google but that's incorrect). We got there at 5:15pm, there were about 6-7 parties ahead of us and we ordered at around 5:25pm. They stopped taking orders at exactly 5:30pm. - The line moves pretty fast. Even though there were many parties ahead of us, the line keeps moving and the dogs come out fast. We got in line at 5:15, ordered at 5:25, there were 9 orders in front of us while we were waiting and we got our food around 5:45. I'd recommend coming towards closing like we did as there was a decent amount of parking. And the outdoor seating cleared up by the time we got our order (usually pretty crowded). Don't forget to pay for parking! - 2 dogs per person is a good and very filling serving - you may feel very full and need to food coma after but all of us agreed that 1 isn't enough! - Some of our favorites: Sweet potato dog and any item with half cheese and half dog. Both mozzarella and cheddar are delicious. Honestly every item is good! The sweet potato is better than potato in my opinion. - If you don't like sweet and salty things, only get the sugar topping on one dog, or don't at all. The sugar is a turn off for people who don't like sweet and salty, and they put a good amount of sugar. They ask you when you pick up your order. - Be prepared to feel quite gluttonous after, but it is so worth it. So greasy but so delish! read more
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2505 Hearst Ave
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Berkeley, CA 94709
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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?
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
How do we order delivery through apps or through call?
Customers use Postmates for delivery.
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.
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.
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.
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