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    4.6 (30 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Ameena A.

    Gluten free (GF) folk... you already know this place is for us! Everything on the menu is 100% gluten free, and I love not having to think so hard when I go to eat somewhere. I found my noodle bowl to be fresh and delicious (I considered taking one order to go as well). The staff was also friendly, and service was quick. Minor inconvenience is the lack of parking - you may need to pay to park and/or park farther away, which is not atypical for Navy Yard, but also not super easy.

    Christopher J.

    The staff were very helpful with providing recommendations. I can't say how helpful that in when making a decision within a restaurant you haven't been. The food was absolutely delicious. No crumbs left. There's several seating for different size parties. Would certainly shout that you should pay them a visit as you won't be disappointed. It was very cozy inside and I know anyone visiting would enjoy the ambiance.

    Beef Bulgogi
    Omara R.

    I don't normally eat at Korean fast food places but I'm glad I tried this place. Everything was delicious, super fresh, fast; as close to authentic as possible. I will definitely go back.

    Seoul Train
    Tom P.

    Delicious food with one major issue. First the good. For a quick but flavorful meal with a Korean kick, this spot is a great option. It's set up in a manner that is characteristic of the Chipotle model whereby you pick your proteins, noodles, veggies, and sauces. If you'd rather go for tried and true menu items, they've got some great favorites to choose from; I went for the Seoul Train and it was excellent. The place is counter service so you can expect quick but impersonal service and cafeteria seating. The bad. It is unacceptable for a sit down restaurant to have all of their restrooms out of order. After I was done eating, I tossed my trash (the recycling side was blocked off), and turned to go to the bathroom where I saw a hand written sign that the bathrooms, all of them, were out of order. I hope that this was not a tactic employed by the staff to avoid cleaning restrooms, but I've seen that happen in other establishments... that along with the blocked off recycling seems odd.

    James M.

    Tried in between Washington Spirit game & Bruce Springsteen Concert. Plenty of seating, nice & clean area & restroom. Friendly staff with lots of options. My only complaint was that they had fried chicken on the menu but was told it was not available. Kind of threw me for a loop, as I already agreed to eat here with the wife-lol She enjoyed her choice, I shared some with her, and it was tasty, not too spicy, so it could be handled by most. Price is in line with the area, and I will try again in the future. Hopefully, fried chicken.

    lemonade
    Swapna Y.

    The customer service was excellent. The establishment was clean and there were booths for seating. The food was just medium to me. I got the japache noodle bowl with double chicken because the original scoop of chicken was only an about maybe 8 pieces. I tried all the toppings for the most part and tried it with two types of sauce and the spicy sauce. The bowl was fresh. The flavors all fell flat to me. The kimchi that was on my bowl was extremely salty to the point it was almost inedible. The chicken was cooked well so it remained moist. The sauces were bland and didn't really make me want to have more. The lychee lemonade was good and not overly sweet. If there was some tweaks to flavor profile I probably would have enjoyed it more.

    Fireball
    Bob N.

    The staff was super friendly and helped me with my first time order. The food came out really quick and I love the recommendation of the fireball. As soon as I got home, I ate my food and it was amazing. There's enough to basically make enough for two people or just have leftovers if it's just you eating. I definitely recommend this place and the fireball is spicy which I love. Definitely make a stop at this place and the chill vibe of the restaurant was pretty awesome.

    beef and vegetables in a bowl
    Toni B.

    I have seen this restaurant several times, but never ventured on until today. I'm so glad I did. It's very bright and open which was great. The staff were welcoming and patiently explained the concept (think a Korean version of the Mexican place with the logo) and choices, even giving me a sample. I got one of the standard dishes with noodles and it was really good. I will have to pay more attention to the pricing next time though, because I thought what I ordered was a little less than what I was charged. However, it was probably just me being overwhelmed with the newness and didn't look at the prices correctly. I will definitely be adding this into my meal rotation. Highly recommend you give them a try.

    Great food only complaint was there was only one small table making it a to go place only. Will take that into consideration when wanting to order food. Had only salad mix with roasted chicken.

    a bowl of noodles and vegetables
    Michelle C.

    First time trying Seoul Spice and it was great! If you're looking for fast casual Korean food that's on the healthy side, this is a great choice. Pick a base, protein, veggies, toppings and sauces. The bulgogi beef and chicken were yummy and The kimchi was not too spicy. The staff were friendly, precise, yet still efficient and they definitely have a locked down process. There's a lot of seating and good lighting. I can't wait to return to support!

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    Mandu

    3.9(938 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$

    The restaurant was very busy when we arrived, but service was still smooth and swift. I wouldn't…read moresay the Korean food is particularly authentic, but it was a decent American twist on Korean cuisine and still tasty. The tteokbokki came with additional vegetables and mushrooms, and their banchan were quite good. The mandu was meaty which I appreciated too. I wouldn't come back because I didn't feel the value was quite there (very pricey) but it was still an enjoyable meal overall. The ambiance was nothing special, and I do wish the bathroom had been cleaner.

    This is our first time visiting Washington DC, and we haven't found many great dining options near…read moreour hotel. We discovered this spot on Yelp. The moment the banchan (Korean side dishes) arrived and we took our first bites, we knew we'd stumbled upon an outstanding Korean restaurant. Every side dish is prepared authentically and tastes fantastic. Our first main dish to come out was kimchi fried rice with beef. While it isn't made using a fully traditional Korean method, it was absolutely delicious -- easily the best kimchi fried rice I've had in the past few years. We also ordered their signature pork and potato stew. It was excellent; the chili flavour was smooth, and every ingredient was wonderfully seasoned. Our server was incredibly polite and friendly, and we were happy to leave a tip for them. We plan to come back tomorrow evening, but unfortunately, our server told us they might not be working then. This Korean restaurant is highly recommended. If you're staying nearby or travelling in Washington DC, I'd strongly suggest stopping by to enjoy their wonderful Korean food.

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    ANJU

    4.3(680 reviews)
    3.3 miDupont Circle
    $$

    Let me preface this by saying that we're from NYC, so we're used to amazing food spots…read more Amazing food and good service. Probably one of the best spots we tried in D.C. Highly recommend and would definitely come back.

    I debated whether I wanted to give this place 3 or 4 stars…read more 1. Mandu (3/5) - while it tasted good, the temperature was lukewarm which was disappointing. 2. Half chikin (4/5) - why do they call it chikin? It made me think it wasn't real chicken like what veggie grill calls their fake chicken. Anyway, it was messy but it was crispy and hot - it was fine. I've had better. 3. Lobster steamed egg (1/5) - the lobster was rubbery and I'm not a big fan of mixing sweet and savory together and for me, the sweet peppers ruined the entire dish. For me, the dish as a whole was less than the sum of its parts. 4. Ssam (5/5) - this dish saved the rest of the meal. The meat was tender the pear was nice and refreshing but to be honest, I consider this hard to mess up as long as the meat is good. My wife said that she wishes we just ordered two of these and nothing else lol. 5. Drinks (non-alcoholic - one was yakult and the other I think was passionfruit) - my wife really enjoyed both drinks so I guess I'll round up the review to 4 stars. If I lived in DC, I would probably go back here but since we're from out of state and visit DC once a year for work, we probably wouldn't come back here.

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    Korean "Jambalaya"

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    Chadol Korean BBQ

    Chadol Korean BBQ

    4.5(137 reviews)
    3.3 mi
    $$$
    All you can eat
    Full bar

    Chadol Korean BBQ was such a fun pick for our monthly dinner series! My friends and I had a great…read moretime and honestly left fullllll. For $45 per person, the all-you-can-eat experience feels like a really solid deal considering how many protein options and side dishes you get. They start you off with a variety of banchan (side dishes), including a salad with this super tasty dressing that had the perfect little spicy kick. For the BBQ, we kicked things off with the spicy bulgogi and butter garlic shrimp, while the others tried the pork belly (I don't eat pork). Later we ordered the steak, spicy brisket, and grilled squid, which were all delicious. The spicy brisket especially was a standout for me. The guys also ordered two rounds of fried dumplings that looked amazing, but since they contain pork, I had to sit those out. I'd love to see Chadol add a veggie dumpling option to the menu! As for the sides, the kimchi and cold glass noodles were both hits at our table, and of course we all added white rice. The "mashed potatoes" though? Definitely more like potato salad and unfortunately very bland. On the other hand, the cheese corn costs extra but is 1000% worth adding. For drinks, the guys enjoyed the Woody Old Fashioned while I had a mezcal margarita-style cocktail that was smoky and refreshing. We also ordered one of the chicken options but never received it and eventually just gave up on it. One of the coolest parts of the experience is the ordering system. Most meats are ordered directly from a machine at your table, and the food comes out quickly on this conveyor belt-style setup which was honestly so fun. Drinks and side dishes are ordered through the servers. The atmosphere was lively and energetic without feeling overwhelming. The restaurant is actually much larger inside than I expected, with a modern setup that works well for smaller groups. That said, I didn't really notice tables for larger parties, so I'm not sure how they accommodate groups bigger than 6 people. Service started off a little rough because our server wasn't very attentive, but after I called it out, he definitely stepped it up and things improved. Overall, Chadol was a really good experience and absolutely worth the price. The 1.5-hour seating limit makes sense too, both to keep things moving and give others a chance to enjoy the experience. I'd definitely go back!

    I ate here around a year ago and reviewed them on google. The food is not good, service is slow,…read morefor some reason you can't order certain things with the tablet, and it's really easy to miss the little automated train thing that brings out your food. This place has negative reviews deleted on Google. Spend your money elsewhere, there's better Korean food in DC.

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    Chadol Korean BBQ
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    Momo Chicken & Grill

    3.8(139 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$

    I've passed this place in S.W. D.C. a few times. Well today is the day I'm going in!! They have…read moreaward winning Korean Fried Chicken so I definitely want to see what's up with that!! Let's GO!! . Where I am: @momo_navyyard . Location Reviewed: 1001 4th St., Suite 102 S.W., Washington D.C. . Items Reviewed: STAMP!! Their MoMo Punch Mocktail ($12 with peach, grenadine, & spritzer). Get it!! Refreshing, fruity, & tasty!! LIKE THAT! Their Cheese Wontons ($7.99 for 6 cheese filled wontons). The wonton shell had a savory glaze, cheesy, & tasty!! LIKE THAT! Their Korean Tacos ($16.99 with bulgogi beef, lettuce, avocado, pico de gallo, lettuce, pickles, & house made taco sauce, in flour tortillas). The bulgogi was tender, & well seasoned, with tasty toppings!! LIKE THAT! Their Korean Fried Rice ($17.99 with fried rice, veggies, a scrambled egg, & an over easy egg). Everything is here, that runny egg actually made a tasty difference!! STAMP!! Their Korean Fried Chicken ($17.99 for 8 soy garlic, & hot soy garlic fried chicken breast). When they say that these are award winning!! STAMP!! I see why they are...GET THESE!! STAMP!! Their Fried Ice Cream ($8 battered, & fried vanilla ice cream, with whipped cream, chocolate sauce, & a cherry on top). Sweet, cold ice cream, with a pancake like fried shell!! . Customer Service: On Point! . Parking: Rough on the street but they have a paid parking garage, & the Subway is a half a block away!? . Recommendations: The food is TRULY fresh in here!! . Accessibility: This spot is wheelchair friendly, & differently abled persons friendly. 5 Stars=STAMP 4 1/2 Stars=LIKE THAT 4 Stars=DELICIOUS 3 Stars=DECENT 2 Stars=PASS 1 Star=NAH #Bigschlimsreviews

    We stopped by Momo Chicken & Grill on our first night in the Washington, D.C. area. It was already…read morearound 8:30 p.m., we were starving after a long day of travel, and my mom was craving Asian food. After a quick search, this seemed like one of the closest options near the National Mall. The restaurant was smaller than we expected, but since it wasn't busy, we were seated right away. It's neat and quiet inside and we kinda liked it. We ordered a variety of dishes, including fried rice, noodle soup, bibimbap, and other Korean favorites. The food took a little longer to arrive than expected, though that may have felt longer because we were so hungry. Overall, the food was solid and reasonably priced. My kids especially enjoyed the noodle soup, and I really liked the fried rice (which disappeared before I could even take a photo!). Nothing was particularly memorable or unique, but everything was tasty and satisfying. If you're looking for a convenient, affordable Asian meal near the National Mall, this is a good option. Just don't come expecting a destination dining experience.

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    Food table

    Momo Chicken & Grill - Spicy Miso Ramen plus a side of Kimchi

    Spicy Miso Ramen plus a side of Kimchi

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    Onggi

    4.5(59 reviews)
    3.2 miDupont Circle, Downtown

    I had a fantastic lunch at Onggi. My husband and I sat at the bar and experienced top notch…read morehospitality. The bartender went out of their way to discuss with the chef vegan options to ensure we had a fully plant based meal. We started with the Clay & Craft soju flight. This was such a treat! We have never tried soju with such high alcohol proofs. It felt so upscale and unique. We shared the Onggi Lunch Jeongsik Set modified to be vegan. This was a great portion size of food to share among two people. The pajeon was my husband's favorite part of the meal. I enjoyed the vegan jigae the most. Overall there was no weak part of this meal and we did not leave a single morsel of food behind. I will note that the vegan bulgogi tasted almost identical to the bulgogi you can buy at Trader Joe's. We love that bulgogi so that is not a problem. It was just funny to taste something very familiar to us. The rest of the meal was new flavors for me, and reminded my husband of his 4 years living in Korea. My husband has not had authentic Korean flavors made vegan before so this was a major treat. We saved room for dessert and enjoyed this soft nutty sweet treat. It was the perfect finish to a delicious lunch. Thank you Onggi for being so vegan friendly! We cannot wait to enjoy another meal here.

    Relaxed atmosphere, carefully prepared food, congenial service, and seating that's spread out. Put…read morethose all together in a restaurant and that's a winning combo for me. Also, one of my close friends is vegan, so fairly challenging to find a nice spot for her. She enjoyed everything that she ordered, and it made us both happy. Went with jeyuk bokkeum as a main. The sauce is just how I like it--tasty zing, very light consistency, not on fire, pleasant. Sampled some of the jabche and split a vegan kimbap--all delicious. If this is considered extraordinary Korean fare, I couldn't say, but think their cooking is pretty darn good. Once inside, it's hard to tell you're in Dupont Circle, with all of the horrible construction that's perpetually on-going in the neighborhood. It's an escape of sorts. Onggi is a keeper.

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    Galbi Set

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