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Seoul Mama

4.2 (45 reviews)
ModerateKorean, Seafood, Chinese

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Leon C.

Hands down has to be one of the most underrated Korean spots to come to. Came here driving around craving some Soondubu and came across this spot. Ordered the seafood soondubu and the soy marinated chicken wings based on the server's recommendation! The stew was packed with so much seafood and flavor in it. The chicken wings were phenomenal, there was this citrus, peppery yet savory taste to it. Highly recommend these dishes if you are here! The spotlight would have to be the banchan on the side. The kimchi was the highlight of it all because of how fresh and spicy it was.

An T.

Went last month in November with my friends. This is a family owned Korean restaurant in Newark. It's small and quiet looking on the outside but check this place out! The food is really yummy! There are many options to choose from at reasonable prices. I didn't get the Korean bbq but other food items. Staff are friendly and it's nice here! The side dishes were really good. I love the spicy cucumbers, bean sprouts, and potato. My friends and I got the clam noodle soup and black bean noodles. Both were excellent! If you like a lighter broth, the clam soup would be nice. Everything was well made and so flavorful. I hope to come again!

Jjajangmyeon
Jenny B.

My uncle and aunt posted about Seoul Mama on Instagram, posting a picture of their jjajangmyeon and I knew I had to go here. There is only a handful of restaurants I know that make jjajangmyeon (Oakland, Milpitas, and Santa Clara), but this is so close to home and I'm so thankful because it did not disappoint! Their kimchi pancake, tangsuyuk, corn cheese, and banchan were all so tasty! Our server was so sweet, she was always checking in if we needed anything. I definitely can't wait to come back for more jjajangmyeon

Beef Hot Stone Bibimbap
Marissa C.

Have you tried Raw Marinated Crab yet?? If you're in the East Bay, this little mom n pop Korean restaurant in Newark serves it, and spicy too! At first, I thought it wasn't for me, but after a few more bites, it actually starts to grow on you. You can also find other Korean comfort dishes here like tofu soup, bibimbap, and noodles. They also have a KBBQ option with grills built into some tables (not AYCE).  What we ordered: * Spicy Marinated Crab * Chicken Bulgogi Teppanyaki * Grilled Shrimp Teppanyaki * Beef Hot Stone Bibimbap * Beef Soft Tofu Stew * Jajangmyen * Kimchi Chige (kimchi, pork, & tofu soup)

Cheese Corn ($10)
Rachel L.

I mean wow! Everything was truly fantastic, both the drinks and the food! One of the best quality korean food in the area; the flavors really popped. Also one of the only places in the east bay that I see selling raw marinated crab, and it was sooo tasty. Spicy, sweet, briny, with deliciously soft crab meat. Also loved the beef bulgogi with cheese! I appreciated that the bulgogi marinade wasn't too sweet, and the cheese just pulled everything together, from the tender meat to the sweet onion bed below. Oysters were incredibly fresh, spicy rice cakes were chewy perfection. Cheese corn and jjangmyeon were standard but tasty, and I loved all the drinks! I will say that the prices are definitely a bit up there for the quantity of food, but up to par with the quality. Dishes average $20-40, and the BBQ meats are even more. Definitely not budget friendly, but a small family owned business I am DEFINITELY willing to support! Hope to be back soon :)

Anny K.

Seoul Mama will easily become my new go-to restaurant for comfort Korean food! We ordered their Jajangmyeon, Spicy Marinated Crab, Mixed Tofu Stew, Spicy Pork Bulgogi, Seafood Pancake, and Grilled Cheese. Every dish was above average for my taste! Korean food tends to be heavily seasoned at a lot of places but I liked how perfectly seasoned they were. I especially like the Jajangmyeon and the Pork Bulgogi. The inside seemed newly renovated and was spacious; party of 3 didn't have a wait on a Friday night. Extremely clean bathroom as well! Staff were kind and the chef came out to ask how our experience was. Overall a solid experience and would visit again

Corn Cheese
Y K.

Visited Seoul Mama recently and everything we ordered was pure Korean comfort food done right The spicy raw marinated crab was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned -- definitely a standout. Their jjajangmyeon was rich and comforting, and honestly such a steal since it's only $12 every Tuesday-Thursday We also loved the spicy pork bulgogi with cheese -- savory, spicy, and super satisfying. The seafood & beef tofu soup was hearty and comforting, perfect with rice, while the seafood pancake was crispy on the outside and packed with seafood. And of course, you can never go wrong with corn cheese to round everything out! Overall, a great spot for classic Korean comfort food with generous portions and solid flavors. Highly recommend if you're craving Korean food -- especially on weekdays for the jjajangmyeon deal!

Kimchi hot pot
Tony G.

I had a great experience at this restaurant! The food was delicious, and the service was quick. Highly recommend for a satisfying and hassle-free dining experience.

Corn cheese, galbi, bulgogi, seafood pancake, zha jiang mian
Alexis L.

Got seated quickly on a Friday night. Friendly server and came back to our table a lot to ask to refill our drinks and ask how everything was going. The food came it quickly and was delicious. We ordered corn cheese, galbi, bulgogi, zha jiang mian, and seafood pancake. The food was not too oily and was flavorful. They're still in soft opening so the ambiance was quiet and not too crowded. Clean and spacious. Would come back again!

Hot stone
Yue L.

Came here on a random Thursday and it was empty... at first we thought this was a bad sign. But we later realized it was low key just underrated. While the food is on the pricier side, everything tasted good which made it worth the drive. We had the Yakisoba, Bibimbap, LA Galbi, Fried Dumplings, and Jiamppong. Never had Yakisoba at a Korean place, but my picky friend liked it.

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E C.

If you're looking for top-quality Korean BBQ and soul-warming comfort food, Seoul Mama is an absolute must-visit. Everything we ordered was packed with flavor, made with care, and presented with that special touch that only a passionate local business can deliver. Let's start with the Premium Beef Short Rib. Hands down, one of the best cuts of meat I've had. You get to grill it yourself right at the table, which makes the experience fun and interactive. The meat quality was outstanding; rich, tender, and marbled just enough to melt in your mouth. Each bite had that perfect balance of flavor and texture that makes you stop mid-conversation to savor it. The Beef Ribs Soup was equally impressive! Deeply comforting with a broth that was both clean and flavorful. It had that home-cooked taste that makes you feel instantly cozy. Honestly, it's the best I've had anywhere. You can tell it was slow-simmered with care. I also have to mention the Sweet & Sour Pork. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and the sauce it came with was phenomenal. From the quality of the ingredients to the thoughtful flavors and warm, welcoming atmosphere, Seoul Mama really stands out. You can tell the owners put their heart into what they do and it shows in every dish. They recently opened so let's show them some love! The staff was so sweet and the food was all incredible!

raw marinated crab
Ari Z.

Excited for this new Korean spot!!! They're serving up a variety of classic Korean soups, appetizers, kbbq, and more. This is the first spot I've seen that offers such raw marinated crab!!! It was not overly spicy and tasted really fresh. They're having a few promotions right now: free corn cheese or fried dumpling with Yelp reservation, and $10 mini appetizers! I loved the naengmyeon (korean noodle soup in a chilled broth). A cold noodle on a hot summer day always hits the spot for me, this was super refreshing. If you want something hot, get the bibimbap. It was one of my favorite dishes I tried here. The crispy rice at the bottom is addicting!

Banchan and cheese corn
Dee O.

I've eaten at this place a few times since their soft opening. Each time, the service is quick and friendly. The food is tasty, and the music is trendy. We particularly like the grilled pork belly and Jajangmyen. You can also do Korean barbecue, and cook at your table. Hoping people discover this hidden gem, and give them lots of business so they'll stick around. We love small family run places like this!

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Amazing food! Super yummy dishes and seasonings, and the bbq was over the top, especially the lamb ribs. Highly recommend!!

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