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    SeoulSpice

    4.6 (40 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Rushi D.

    Excellent spot. First time in and Debbie was so nice! Definitely coming back plenty of times

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    One of my favorite Korean fusion spots opened up in the new'ish across the bridge "Downtown S.E." by The Navy Yard (I just made that up). I HAD to go!! Let me show you what they're hittin ON! . Where I am: @Seoulspice . Location Reviewed: 1251 First St., S.E. Washington D.C. . Menu Includes: Rice Bowls, Gimbap/Korrito (Korean style burrito), Noodle Bowls (Japche- gluten free sweet potato starch noodles), Salad Bowls, Beef (Bulgogi), Chicken (Dak), Spicy Pork (Jeyuk), Tofu (Dubu), Corn, Cucumbers, Egg, Carrots, Korean Radish, Kale Slaw, Fire Powder spice, juices & MORE!! . Items Reviewed: Their Korrito (a burrito wrapped in seaweed with chicken, corn, sprouts, kale, cilantro, crispy garlic, & ginger carrot sauce $8.99). STAMP!! Juicy chicken, with ingredients that blended perfectly because YOU choose them!! STAMP that carrot sauce too!! Their Noodle Bowl (with Japche noodles, bulgogi, kimchi, kale, corn, green onions, & fire dusted). STAMP!! That bulgogi was super tender, not fatty, those noodles were cooked to perfection!! Their Rice Bowl (with purple rice, spicy pork, kale, cucumber, carrots-$8.99, & a ginger sesame soft boiled egg-$2.49). STAMP!! Hot edible tender spicy pork, tasty rice, & well blended ingredients. I don't have a taste for the egg, but I know many do...personal preference, no judgement. Their House-made Kale Apple juice ($3.49). STAMP!! Refreshing, palate cleansing goodness!! Their House made Yuzu Limeade (Yuzu is an Asian citrus fruit $2.99). STAMP!! Yuzu taste like really good...limeade!! . Customer Service: On Point . Online Navigation: Easy . Parking: Rough . Recommendations: Get that Rice Bowl with the Bulgogi!! . Music: YouTube-Rare Essence Mickey Solo. 5 Stars=STAMP 4 1/2 Stars=LIKE THAT 4 Stars=DELICIOUS 3 Stars=DECENT 2 Stars=PASS 1 Star=NAH #Bigschlimsreviews

    New Navy Yard location! Long awaited, my favorite Korean food in DC!!!
    Traci N.

    SO thankful a SEOULSPICE opened up in the Navy Yard area! This is my favorite lunch food in DC and I'm usually running to NOMA or ordering in, but the SE location is so convenient for when I'm in that neighborhood. There is metered parking out front. It's a busy area but that also means that you'll find a place to park as people are always coming and going, if you're coming by car. Once you get inside this location you'll be greeted by a vibrant baseball-themed mural (because: next to the ballpark!) and lots of seating. There are built in outlets in the center tables so if you are bringing your laptop or need to charge your phone, this SEOULSPICE is ready for you. The FOOD. This is why I'm obsessed with every SEOULSPICE. It's Korean comfort food, modernized as "korrito" (a play on gimbap), "noodles" (japchae), and "rice bowls" (bibimbap). I alternate between all three of these. Whatever I get, it usually has the tofu and *always* The Egg. The Egg is consistently marinated to perfection, soft-cooked, and goes with everything on the menu. Also worth nothing: the entire menu is gluten-free. I'm not g-f but for those that are can trust that there is zero gluten here. Including the desserts.

    Spicy Pork bowl with egg
    Sonya L.

    We ordered online and picked up at the store. Inside you could tell it was new and fresh. It was easy to pick up and our food was ready at the register. We both had customized our bowls; one had spicy pork and added an egg (extra $) and the other was bulgogi. It was nice to be able to pick from many different sides. Each of the sides we selected were good. The egg was underwhelming and was placed whole into the bowl. We thought it was going to be sliced in half, like their promo photos. Bulgogi (bbq beef) was ok, the spicy pork had more flavor and we enjoyed that more. The bowls ended up around $15, which is about the same as similar bowls you can get in the area.

    Moni T.

    I was in the area and decided to grab some lunch. I'm glad I decided to come here. The customer service was a 10 as well as the food. I built my bowl and everything I had was delicious. I wish they offered more outdoor seating for the warmer months; however, there is plenty of indoor space and eating. I'll most definitely be back!

    Audrey R.

    usually I don't try something again after a lame (bland) first experience but i am out here trying to be a better person (one step a time folks) so hello - on the bottom we have the Seoul Train with their godly spicy mayo. the chewy japchae noodles were slippery little buggers so hard to eat but a super fun texture. bulgogi was tender and salty and went well with the crisp vegetables - I went with a make your own on the salad base. I expected just ...leaves...but it was roasted vegetables in a seasame marinade. so so good and made the whole bowl moist so i approve - chicken was super delicious, soft warm and marinated perfectly. lots of flatter from the chicken and base so didn't matter how light their "ginger carrot sauce" serving was, so I survived that L - not a ton of topping options (or options in general), kale slaw added a sweet touch to the salty heavy flavor profile. kimchi is always a win, this one is quite mild so good for those who don't eat it plain like me ha. - overall a good sorta healthy feeling option that adds to the plethora of chipotle- style -fast casual - ethnic - cuisines in DC. not like great though, ya know? chipotle energy ....ya know? - one thing though! wonderful, kind, helpful, and energetic workers! great service for sure

    Build your own bowl
    Maggie L.

    Tried this place after receiving a coupon in the mail, and generally enjoyed it. I think this is a solid lunch option, mid work, something quick. It's quick and easy, the place is very clean, and the employees are great. As with a lot of these places, I think the bowl is as good as your choices. I like the purple rice as a base (prefer it over the noodles which I think are a bit bland and greasy), Tofu, Kimchi was good but J think I needed a bit more flavor. I would try this again and add one more sauce maybe and an egg. I think overall, this is a unique build it yourself food option that feels healthier than a lot of the other options!

    Chicken, steak, kimchi , kale , noodles

    Everything was 10/10 the service was top notch , WILL BE BACK . Food 10/10, it was my first time so they let me sample some things and help and suggested things the whole way . I love them

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    Asian chipotle. The food was absolutely delicious. I wish we had one in North Carolina.

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    Debbie and Ralo were incredibly helpful and friendly, and the food was phenomenal! Fantastic service, nice atmosphere.

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    Delicious! I enjoyed a bowl with noodles and spicy pork! I ordered through Grubhub and enjoyed a wonderful healthy meal at home.

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    Delicious food, good service. Healthy and just gut feeling good food. Wasn't able to use the restroom but the restaurant appeared clean.

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    Fresh ingredients, great food, awesome customer service. Definitely would recommend giving Seoulspice a try!

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    Love the food potions are great.customer service is amazing and fast. The restaurant is very clean.

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    Really great food! I got the classic and I enjoyed it so much. I was so surprised how empty this place was.

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    Excellent food and service. Nice to have a quality fast-casual Asian option in the neighborhood!

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    Great service with healthy and affordable, employees handle conversation great this place is everything you can ask for

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    Love the chicken and kimchi! Very nice service too. I will definitely return. Cool art too.

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