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    Seoul Pocha

    4.4 (182 reviews)
    ModerateKorean
    Closed • 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Kimchi pancake
    Mel M.

    My wife and I were stationed in South Korea when we were both in the U.S. Army and loved the culture and the cuisine. There aren't a whole lot of options for Korean food in Ocala, so when we found ourselves in Gainesville we sought out some Korean cuisine. The dentist I'm seeing recommended Seoul Pocha so after a late afternoon dental visit in Gainesville, we made it a point so check it out. We got there just after 5 PM, soon after they opened, and there was a couple already sitting down ready to order. After my wife and I checked out the menu, we soon realized there are menu items we typically don't see outside of So Cal and Korea, namely Bibimbap Dolsot and Kimchee Pancake...so that's what we ordered. I asked the server if they also served Kimbap since it wasn't on the menu but I was told no. The Bibimbap Dolsot was served sizzling hot! It was so hot that I had to wait until I mixed it up with some bibimbap sauce and it cooled down a bit before tasting it. It had good flavors but didn't quite match the taste of the same dish we sampled in Korea and in Koreatown in LA. Interestingly, the bibimbap dolsot served in a restaurant on base in Yongsan, South Korea was one of the best we've had. Seoul Pocha's bibimbap dolsot was still good, but... My wife's kimchi pancake was quite good especially when dipped in that sweet and spicy house made dipping sauce. My wife couldn't finish her dish so we took it home for a snack the next day and it was still yummy. Service was attentive and friendly. It wasn't after we've eaten however, did we realize they didn't serve any banchan, or appetizers, which is typical in most sit down Korean joints. Dinner for 2 with tip came out to just under $46. We'll surely be back.

    Fantastic food -- instantly became my top restaurant in Gainesville. my wife is Korean and I can't wait to bring her here when we visit. Thought it was a bit pricey at first but the portions are plenty. Most people can get 2 meals out of one!

    A1. Spicy Baby Octopus Dumplings (Steamed) A5. Spring Rolls (6 Pc) A13. Pork Katsu C1. Tteok-bokki
    Raegina S.

    I've been coming to Seoul Pocha since it opened and although there were a lot of changes that occurred since then, I think that whatever they're doing is headed the right direction. It was packed when I came with my family. Ambiance was good (unless you like loud, tight places). It was definitely a date night type of vibe or if you're just hanging out with friends. There are also karaoke rooms, but you would have to let them know you came for the karaoke. Service was fast and the food servings were massive for the price.

    Dolsot Bibimbap / 돌솥비빔밥
    bobux r.

    Quaint and homey Korean spot, service was quite attentive, understanding, and patient while we were deciding our order. But for the food, wow. Portion sizes are good for the price. It seems small but it's more than enough for one person to feel full and then some. Spicy pork is tender and mouth-watering, dolsot bimbimbap is comforting and savory. MUST go when visiting Gainesville.

    Rose Tteok-Bokki / 로제 떡볶이

    This place is super cute, the inside is filled with so many lights and cute decor and the staff were so friendly. We ordered the teokbokki and it was so good. It was so creamy and spicy and the fried seaweed rolls were a nice crunchy addition.

    S15. Spicy Stir-fried squid
    Helen N.

    We went to Seoul Pocha for a weeknight dinner and got seated super fast. The place was about half full, with K-pop music playing and music videos on the screens. You can sometimes hear the karaoke rooms, which was kinda funny but not too distracting. Portions here are huge and every dish could easily feed two or more people. The four of us ordered four dishes and still had enough leftovers for lunch the next day. The spicy squid and pork bulgogi was one of my favorites. It came out sizzling and the sauce was really good. Just the right amount of spice for someone like me with low spice tolerance. It mixed really well with rice and had a good mix of larger and smaller pieces of pork and squid. The eel rice bowl was just okay. The eel itself had a lot of tiny bones, which made it annoying to eat, and I wished the rice had that crispy clay-pot texture. There was also a lot of onion and only 2-3 pieces of eel, and the rice was a bit mushy. The spicy jjamppong was insanely spicy but really flavorful. My cousin, who puts hot sauce on everything, inhaled it. The broth was delicious, and the bowl was huge. I could only handle a few bites since it was too spicy for me, but if you love heat, this is the one to get. The jajangmyeon is a must-order every time. Huge portion, super tasty, and the noodles were soft but not overcooked. Simple toppings but always hits the spot. Only downside is that every dish has a ton of onions, but overall the food was good and portions were generous. Great spot for sharing plates with a group.

    My friend after enjoying delicious food

    Exquisite establishment! Got us in right as the kitchen was closing and remained courteous despite that. Ravished the comestibles. 5/5 would korea again

    Bibimbap
    Elizabeth S.

    Fantastic food. Great selection of Korean classics. Everything came quickly and hot and fresh and was delicious! I especially recommend the potato corn dog! Yum! The waitstaff were friendly and welcoming. We will definitely be back! Thank you!

    Dolsot bibimbop with overcooked egg (yes, that thing that look like toast is an egg that is supposed to have a runny yolk.)
    D. R.

    The staff is really nice. A little disappointed that as a Korean restaurant they do not have banchas. The dolsot bibimbop was okay, but the egg was overcooked (yolk was solid but should be runny) and would have liked a little more bulgogi in it, and more veggies. Spouse got the Fried Chicken in the house sauce. It was $30.90 and did not include anything except chicken, no rice and no veggies. You can pay an additional $2 for a side of rice. The menu states it is a whole chicken, however it was only white meat, no thighs or legs. We asked the waitress and she said it was only white meat, the last time we checked, a "whole" chicken has both dark and white meat. It was a little overpriced, we have tried it but wouldn't go back again.

    A11. Corn Cheese
    Elayna A.

    The food was very good and the atmosphere was nice. The service was good as well. The tteokbokki was very spicy, and usually I like a medium level of spice, but it was still tasty. The cheese corn was sooooo good. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for good Korean food in the Gainesville area.

    Deung-Galbi Jjim / Braised Beef Back Ribs / 뜽갈비찜

    Very nice place. Nice vibes and good food. Ordered galbi and bibimbap, was big portions and tasty!

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    Food is always yummy and they don't disappoint. Better flavors and portion sizes than other restaurants in town.

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    Great food. Excellent service. Would highly recommend. We were seated immediately. The food was ready quickly.

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    Outstanding food, very clean and excellent customer service. Side note: their background music is really nice. Good vibes

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    4 years ago

    Delicious food and great service. The bulgogi was delicious the times I have eaten there. Hidden gem in Gainesville

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    the okonomiyaki was awesome, and we really enjoyed the squid and pork belly bulgogi. will definitely be coming back!

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    Listen, the decor in here is incredible. It's cute, it's curated, it's everything a mood board is…read moresupposed to be. The staff? Beautiful people. Attentive. Great energy. But you can't eat the wallpaper. I'm looking at this chicken and I'm confused. I thought we were doing something sophisticated, but they brought out those boneless nuggets you find in the back of the freezer at 2:00 AM. Then they hit it with a drizzle of ketchup like it's a consolation prize. This isn't Korean Fried Chicken; it's a school lunch with a passport. It's dishonest. Then you got the pork belly. I don't know if this pig was an athlete or if it's just been sitting back there since the grand opening, but it's got the texture of a pink eraser. I'm chewing and chewing, just waiting for a flavor that never shows up. My jaw is doing a full-body workout. I didn't come here for a survival mission, I came here for a snack. And please, watch yourself when you pull up. There is a pothole in the lot that looks like a portal to another dimension. An asteroid literally made a home in front of the building. If you hit that thing, your car is staying there forever. The service is elite and the chairs are nice, but the kitchen is confused. It's style over substance. Take a picture for the 'gram, say hi to the nice server, and then go get a burger somewhere else. Don't do this to your suspension or your stomach.

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