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    Seoul Pocha

    4.4 (167 reviews)
    ModerateKorean
    Closed 12:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 1 month ago

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    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.

    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.

    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!

    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.

    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.

    Melona dessert cocktail
    Mabel T.

    Coming from California, I struggled to find any restaurants in Gainesville that matched the taste and quality of food I was used to. Upon walking in, this restaurant gave the same vibes as the usual korean bars you'd find in Cali, it made me feel right at home. First of all, the service was amazing. The hostess explained to menu to my boyfriend and I very well, gave recommendations on what was popular, and answered any questions we had. She was very knowledgeable about the dishes and enthusiastic. The different employees all came over checking in periodically to ask if the food was good and seeing if we needed anything else. They were also all friendly and hilarious. My boyfriend got the padak (korean fried chicken) and it came with two sauces. The yellow one was so good! The padak here tasted even better than the ones I've had in Cali, which says a lot because Cali has a ton of KFC. The hostess wasn't lying when she said they had the best fried chicken in town. The portion of it was a lot! It was enough to share with about 4 people. My boyfriend ate about half of it though because it was so good. Their Spicy Jjampong (Spicy Seafood Noodles) was AMAZING. It was so flavorful and the portion was sooo big. I could've shared it with my boyfriend and we both would've been full from it. They're very generous with the seafood in it as well. There was A LOT of clam, octopus, shrimp, and two mussels. The mussels tasted so good! It also stayed hot for so long, as it sat there for about ten minutes while I ate the padak and it was still steaming hot when I finally ate it. Lastly, their dessert cocktails are amazing as well. We got their Melona one, and my boyfriend typically doesn't like Melon flavored things, but he ended up drinking like 80% of my cocktail-- that's how good it was. Overall, if you're looking for authentic korean food, big portions, good vibes, and amazing service, come here. This is the one spot that's a MUST TRY in Gainesville. EDIT: also, we were struggling to pack our food at the end (the jjampong) and they helped us do it and even gave tips on how to do it cleanly !!

    S2. Padak
    Nicole C.

    Looove this place. one of our new favorites. the sweet potato glass noodle dish was so good. i don't remember the names of what we ordered, but everything was amazing. can't wait to come back and try other items on the menu.

    Seoul KFC
    Therese T.

    Food 2/5: we ordered the okonomiyaki, Korean fried chicken, marinade pork. The okonomiyaki was very dry. I was really looking forward to it however it was honestly very disappointing. The Korean fried chicken was cooked well and had a good crunch on it, but the flavor was very much on the ketchup side, which I didn't really like. The pork was Marinated very well however it was on the chewer side. Overall, food was a little disappointing. Service 2/5 the service was not good. Our server was unattended, put in the wrong order, never came to the table so that we can ask him questions or to request other things. I ended up flagging down a server that was not at our table because our server was nowhere to be found. Ambiance 5/5 very nicely decorated place. It is a nicer restaurant that you can go on a date too however, I wouldn't really recommend it as the quality of the food and the quality of service is subpar.

    Chan N.

    We ordered jjambbong, japchae, and spicy pork, and everything was excellent. This was our second visit, and once again we were very satisfied. The food is flavorful, portions are generous, and the service is consistent. We will definitely be coming back again.

    First time here! Food, drinks, service, and ambience all just what one would hope for. Got the Veggie Bibimbap!

    S5. Spicy Squid and Pork Bulgogi F8. Spicy Jjamppong Very good and authentic

    Very kind and quick service. Food was very authentic and had a speedy service. Calm environment

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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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    4.1
    (362 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    That sushi boat was rockin! But really, this was hands down some of the best sushi I've had in GNV…read more A great spot for an anniversary, birthday, any big celebration, or just a chill night out with friends. Lots of indoor and outdoor seating, and tables for big parties and small ones. Big fan of the sushi boat - there's a classic sushi boat option and a signature boat. I would highly recommend going for the signature as their speciality rolls are to die for! Great value for the amount of sushi you get. Plenty for a party of 2. 2 spotlights were the surf n' turf and Godzilla. Love this place! 5 big stars

    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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    Korean Chicken, Steak, Vegetarian Noodles...Japchae
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    Ten Seconds Yunnan Rice Noodles

    4.7
    (60 reviews)
    2.2 mi
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    We recently visited and were honestly really impressed. First off, a little over $1 for a soda…read morethese days is almost unheard of, so we were excited about the prices right away. My husband and I shared the dumplings and both loved them. The texture was perfect and the flavor was really good. The portions overall felt like a great size and everything tasted freshly made. I ordered the pork fried rice and really enjoyed dipping it into the house made dumpling sauce, which honestly made the meal even better. Our waitress was very pleasant, and made sure we had what we needed. The vibe inside was very quiet, cozy, and romantic, making it a really nice spot for a relaxed date night. The restaurant was also extremely clean, which we always appreciate, and there was plenty of easy parking. We'll definitely be back once they add the ramen noodles to the menu!

    Ten Seconds Yunnan Rice Noodle has a lot of potential and we had a good overall experience. I…read moreoriginally went for ramen, but their ramen menu is still being developed. That said, the vegetable fried rice and dumplings were both a 5 out of 5. The dumpling dipping sauce was honestly one of the best I have ever had and really stood out. The staff was very nice and pleasant. The space is on the smaller side, which was fine since we went during a slower time. We were not able to choose our table, which would have been nice, and while you are not right on top of other people, the tables are close enough that it can be hard to have a private conversation. There were a couple things that held it back. I was served a drink that was close to eight months expired. I did not make a big deal about it and still drank it, but that is something they definitely need to stay on top of. Also, the menu said Pepsi products but only Coke was available. With better inventory checks and a more updated menu, this place could easily be a five star spot. It is just not quite there yet.

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    ZEN Noodle Bar

    ZEN Noodle Bar

    3.9
    (306 reviews)
    1.9 mi
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    Truly enjoyed the food here. It's really laid back. Service is pleasant. They can answer any…read morequestion and have a good recommendation if you're not sure what to get. Lighting is a little bright but bearable. This spot is definitely a good to when you don't know what to cook. IYKYK :-)

    Overall, our experience was fine. We ordered the pork belly boa buns, which were definitely…read moreamazing. The boa buns were soft, the pork was cooked perfectly, and the hoisin sauce at the bottom of the bun was amazing. There were vegetables on top, including cucumbers that tasted sweet and carrots. The vegetables were fresh and tasted great with everything else. We also ordered the crab Rangoon which I personally really liked. I don't like fish, and this crab Rangoon must have had a large amount of cream cheese base. I personally really enjoyed it since the crab wasn't very prominent. The filling was creamy, the Rangoon was crunchy, and the sweet and spicy sauce it came with made a perfect combo. For our meal, we ordered the chicken pad Thai. Unfortunately, it didn't really meet our expectations. The pad Thai was sitting on top of a sauce at the bottom, which tasted like a hoisin sauce base. The taste was very minimal, which was disappointing. The noodles were soft, almost like they were overcooked. The chicken was cooked well and lightly seasoned (which worked perfectly for the pad Thai). The vegetables on top of the pad Thai were also very fresh and you could tell they were freshly cut. The lack of peanut/pad thai taste was the most disappointing part that unfortunately lost it for us. The service was good. When we walked in, we were immediately greeted and were able to select our own table. The inside is decently small, with around 8 tables.

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