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A simple yet flavorful hit every time! This is a great place to grab quick bites, that don't exactly hurt the pockets. Now guakamole (guacamole) is about $2 but you know that's the going rate for a lil scoop these days! It's flavorful but not chunky, so manage your expectations! I love doing the brown rice with chicken. I eat the romaine slaw, it's mild and easy to blend with the food. The kale slaw was a bit too tough/green tasting to me. That is just my preference. The restaurant is clean so feel free to sit down inside or outside. Get the sweet and spicy sauce! Other locations don't make it.
Was expecting the food to pack a huge punch of flavor after the worker suggested a few different things. Slightly disappointed in the overall experience of flavor of food. Everything looked great and that's mainly why we chose here for food. We got both chicken and pork bowls. The salad parts of our bowls were both kale and Kevin had the cucumber salad whihmch was honestly very yummy. The meat and rice took up the majority of the bowl and other toppings were additional charges as mentioned by the worker. They definitely knew their info and were super nice. The diakon was a nice tart taste separating our palates from the meat and smaller flavors on the salads. The lime sourcream sauce also helped slightly with the changing of flavors. Overall, we most likely won't be back for the serving size and flavor of the food. We need more flavor. Jake n kev
I've been here twice now and the Bulgogi hits the spot! This place is like a Korean Chipotle but the ingredients are super fresh and the flavors aren't muted! I've had the guak, and two build-your-own bowls: one pork and one bulgogi. Note: If you order online, it should be noted that the pork is shredded and is not spicy or bulgogi. I prefer the beef bulgogi, anyway. It's definitely worth the $2 upgrade. I like to add all the toppings, too. The cabbage slaw (kimchi-inspired, maybe?) is god but the romaine is my favorite and a nice way to get some greens in. I've only ordered ahead for pick up (parking nearby can be a mess) but every time I come in, the place is clean and very chill. The staff is always nice and my food is always ready in like under 10 minutes. Great for lunch for sure. I'll be back. A bowl will run you about $15 or so bucks depending on what you get. I recommend paying a bit more for the marinated cucumbers, too.
TaKorean has become one of my go-to spots for a quick lunch in Navy Yard. It's a great location for a fast, health-minded lunch with friends or coworkers. The format is styled like a Chipotle restaurant--you pick your style of meal, your protein, bases, sides, and sauces--with plenty of options. The flavors draw from Korean cuisine and include options like bulgogi and kimchi. Vegetarian options are available, and I really enjoyed the tofu on my latest visit. Service tends to be fast, even when the line is long. Prices are reasonable for the sizable and filling portions. There are also a few tables for indoor and outdoor seating. TaKorean is worth a stop if you're in the neighborhood.
TaKorean is a really solid spot to get lunch around the Navy Yard. What we have here is Korean style chipotle, what's not to love? If you love Korean food, you're going to love this place, great flavor, nice and helpful customer service. For me, it's just not my favorite style, i would like it to have more meat in the bowl, not that j don't love veggies, I think it just needs more meat to balance out the ratios.
Amazing food! Incredible service! Really super kind of genuine people who work here. The tacos were soo good! The flavor profiles and fresh ingredients tasted fantastic. Only docking off one star because my husband and I found some pieces of our beef were too chewy with fat or ligaments. If the beef quality was better or if they leave out the harder to chew pieces, then I can definitely see this going to a 5 star review status. Other than that - this is a fantastic spot for tacos with great prices ! Check out the tacos Tuesday deals!!
Service: 8/10 Vibe: 5/10 Taco: 7/10 Steak rice and slaw bowls with lime crema: 7/10 Overall: 6.75/10 (3.4/5)
I tried the union market location a while back, and I was disappointed. I think it might have been because it was the end of the day, and all the food did not taste fresh, but this time around, it was for the most part pretty good! I got 3 tacos, one chicken, one pork, and one tofu. The chicken and pork were really yummy! Tasted the fusion of Korean and Mexican flavors! The tofu was just meh, but I think tofu fusion is always meh, and Korean tofu should only be in stew or steamed with kimchi imo. The slaws for each taco were also yummy, but still kept the flavor of the meat as the star. Gonna knock the price because it was 11.35 for 3 tacos, but definitely worth it on Taco Tuesday when the price goes down to 7.35. Go on Tuesdays!!! Place is very clean, if a little sterile, but no complaints from me there!
I attended a basketball game with do-workers at Capital One Arena between the Wizards and Hawks. One of the concession stands at the arena was TaKorean Korean Taco Grill. I was so pleasantly surprised that there were vegan food options at the arena. I had missed lunch, worked a full day, and was settling on popcorn as a safe vegan option for the evening. So I was so ecstatic to see tofu tacos on the menu. They were very flavorful and delicious. It was quick, accessible, and convenient. Very clean and the staff was very accommodating and courteous.
TaKorean is like a korean meal in fast food set up. best way to describe it would be if korean food was sold at chipotle, this would be it. 1. Food - meh The kimchee is really a poor slaw with a bit kimchee like spice on it. It is nothing like a kimchee. The beef is too salty and the rice is okay, but they could use a better rice, but I am sure it would hurt the bottom line. Worst of all, it costs $11 per item and it is not in any way cheaper than what you could get at a good korean restaurant for the same price, especially for 2. 2. Service - exactly like the Chipotle If you were in a hurry and need to eat something fast and there is no better option close to you, sure, it is a good place. Otherwise, you won't see me here. I do like their creativity though, replicating Chipotle style to Asian food.
I got a bowl with tofu and this tofu was amazing! The bowl was really good. Everyone was very friendly and the service was really quick. Great place to go for a quick meal
This was our first time ordering from here and they did not disappoint. Everything tasted fresh and was flavorful. The kids and I were pleased.
Delicious (but spicy) food with a fusion twist - fun atmosphere (kids can play claw games while you wait), and tons of flavor. I've been to TaKorean twice and both times I leave with a happy belly and a smile. Our go-to family favorites are the Avocado Fries, Birria Ramen, and Nori Tacos. The avocado fries are lightly breaded and dusted with a spicy powder - they're the perfect combination of crispy and creamy and come with a dipping sauce that has a bit of sweetness to it. If you can't handle spice, they can adjust it for you, but I absolutely love the Birria ramen which is a mixture of their plain ramen broth (not spicy) with their guajillo consomme (packs a nice kick). Disclaimer - the ramen has egg in it - which isn't mentioned on the menu, so just something to be aware of. I've had it twice and both times there was egg - which I didn't mind at all, but it was unexpected. My husband has tried the beef birria, bulgogi, nori, spicy fire, and crispy shrimp tacos, but his favorite is the nori which has a crispy seaweed shell and spicy tuna with avocado to cool it off. We've also tried the loaded buldak fries, shrimp burger, and beef bulgolgi bowl - all had great flavor, but my kids definitely can't take the heat - so we'll have to modify next time we come in. The drinks are also read more
7 months ago
Great experience as a walking ordering take out! I had amazing service, walking me through the options and recommendations. He even put fresh bulgogi on the griddle for me. It's fast casual inside so not much to report on ambiance but if you're looking for a quick lunch or dinner, this is a great choice. We order a bowl and the tacos, sauces were great, meat was flavorful. Truly no complaints. We'll be back and highly recommend for fast casual in the navy yards read more
11 months ago
A simple yet flavorful hit every time! This is a great place to grab quick bites, that don't exactly hurt the pockets. Now guakamole (guacamole) is about $2 but you know that's the going rate for a lil scoop these days! It's flavorful but not chunky, so manage your expectations! I love doing the brown rice with chicken. I eat the romaine slaw, it's mild and easy to blend with the food. The kale slaw was a bit too tough/green tasting to me. That is just my preference. The restaurant is clean so feel free to sit down inside or outside. Get the sweet and spicy sauce! Other locations don't make it. read more
Was expecting the food to pack a huge punch of flavor after the worker suggested a few different things. Slightly disappointed in the overall experience of flavor of food. Everything looked great and that's mainly why we chose here for food. We got both chicken and pork bowls. The salad parts of our bowls were both kale and Kevin had the cucumber salad whihmch was honestly very yummy. The meat and rice took up the majority of the bowl and other toppings were additional charges as mentioned by the worker. They definitely knew their info and were super nice. The diakon was a nice tart taste separating our palates from the meat and smaller flavors on the salads. The lime sourcream sauce also helped slightly with the changing of flavors. Overall, we most likely won't be back for the serving size and flavor of the food. We need more flavor. Jake n kev read more
2 years ago
I've been here twice now and the Bulgogi hits the spot! This place is like a Korean Chipotle but the ingredients are super fresh and the flavors aren't muted! I've had the guak, and two build-your-own bowls: one pork and one bulgogi. Note: If you order online, it should be noted that the pork is shredded and is not spicy or bulgogi. I prefer the beef bulgogi, anyway. It's definitely worth the $2 upgrade. I like to add all the toppings, too. The cabbage slaw (kimchi-inspired, maybe?) is god but the romaine is my favorite and a nice way to get some greens in. I've only ordered ahead for pick up (parking nearby can be a mess) but every time I come in, the place is clean and very chill. The staff is always nice and my food is always ready in like under 10 minutes. Great for lunch for sure. I'll be back. A bowl will run you about $15 or so bucks depending on what you get. I recommend paying a bit more for the marinated cucumbers, too. read more
TaKorean has become one of my go-to spots for a quick lunch in Navy Yard. It's a great location for a fast, health-minded lunch with friends or coworkers. The format is styled like a Chipotle restaurant--you pick your style of meal, your protein, bases, sides, and sauces--with plenty of options. The flavors draw from Korean cuisine and include options like bulgogi and kimchi. Vegetarian options are available, and I really enjoyed the tofu on my latest visit. Service tends to be fast, even when the line is long. Prices are reasonable for the sizable and filling portions. There are also a few tables for indoor and outdoor seating. TaKorean is worth a stop if you're in the neighborhood. read more
6 months ago
TaKorean is a really solid spot to get lunch around the Navy Yard. What we have here is Korean style chipotle, what's not to love? If you love Korean food, you're going to love this place, great flavor, nice and helpful customer service. For me, it's just not my favorite style, i would like it to have more meat in the bowl, not that j don't love veggies, I think it just needs more meat to balance out the ratios. read more
7 months ago
1 year ago
Amazing food! Incredible service! Really super kind of genuine people who work here. The tacos were soo good! The flavor profiles and fresh ingredients tasted fantastic. Only docking off one star because my husband and I found some pieces of our beef were too chewy with fat or ligaments. If the beef quality was better or if they leave out the harder to chew pieces, then I can definitely see this going to a 5 star review status. Other than that - this is a fantastic spot for tacos with great prices ! Check out the tacos Tuesday deals!! read more
4 years ago
I tried the union market location a while back, and I was disappointed. I think it might have been because it was the end of the day, and all the food did not taste fresh, but this time around, it was for the most part pretty good! I got 3 tacos, one chicken, one pork, and one tofu. The chicken and pork were really yummy! Tasted the fusion of Korean and Mexican flavors! The tofu was just meh, but I think tofu fusion is always meh, and Korean tofu should only be in stew or steamed with kimchi imo. The slaws for each taco were also yummy, but still kept the flavor of the meat as the star. Gonna knock the price because it was 11.35 for 3 tacos, but definitely worth it on Taco Tuesday when the price goes down to 7.35. Go on Tuesdays!!! Place is very clean, if a little sterile, but no complaints from me there! read more
I attended a basketball game with do-workers at Capital One Arena between the Wizards and Hawks. One of the concession stands at the arena was TaKorean Korean Taco Grill. I was so pleasantly surprised that there were vegan food options at the arena. I had missed lunch, worked a full day, and was settling on popcorn as a safe vegan option for the evening. So I was so ecstatic to see tofu tacos on the menu. They were very flavorful and delicious. It was quick, accessible, and convenient. Very clean and the staff was very accommodating and courteous. read more
TaKorean is like a korean meal in fast food set up. best way to describe it would be if korean food was sold at chipotle, this would be it. 1. Food - meh The kimchee is really a poor slaw with a bit kimchee like spice on it. It is nothing like a kimchee. The beef is too salty and the rice is okay, but they could use a better rice, but I am sure it would hurt the bottom line. Worst of all, it costs $11 per item and it is not in any way cheaper than what you could get at a good korean restaurant for the same price, especially for 2. 2. Service - exactly like the Chipotle If you were in a hurry and need to eat something fast and there is no better option close to you, sure, it is a good place. Otherwise, you won't see me here. I do like their creativity though, replicating Chipotle style to Asian food. read more
One of my favorite local spots. My go to order is the brown rice and kale bowl with tofu. I also enjoy the pork and chicken. I generally add lime crema, crispy shallots, and the gochu-pow sauce. The restaurant is very clean and the staff are friendly, fast, and efficient. There is generally no wait. This is a great place to stop for a fast, filling meal. read more
This has been my staple since I moved to DC a few years ago. Their pork tacos and slaw bowls always hit, however they recently hired a girl (I don't know her name) who has messed up my order twice in a row now. I just came for my birthday reward and ordered online pick up. I asked for a bowl that included go chu pow sauce, crunchy shallots, and spiced kale and got 0/3. As I've said I've always loved this place for their fresh flavors, affordability, and presentation, but as a loyal customer it sucks that one worker has been ruining my experience. Please tell her to get it together and read the orders properly. (The photo attached is not from my recent visits.) read more
1 year ago
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Michael L.
Hi Mariana - I'm sorry to hear about your experience. Utensils are…
3 years ago
Really love the slaw bowl. The cabbage and kale together are such aflavorful combination. A tang spicy, but not overwhelming. Also the cabbage has the perfect crunch. I ordered the chicken once and salmon once. The chicken is mostly dark meat. Would love to see a white meak option. Also wish there were more toppings, but the picked radish and pickles were delish. read more
I was so excited to try the "chipotle of Korean fusion" concept but the yelp reviews are inaccurate! My sister dined with me and we both ordered different items so we can definitely say that it wasn't that we made poor selections. All of the ingredients on their own were fine. From the nicely grilled chicken to the spicy kale the taste seemed pretty ok. Except for the kimchi which was very "off." But mixed all together the taste doesn't work. We both agreed the meals lacked a pickled aspect. The overall taste was "meh" lacking zing or wow...like we just tasted the day before at Rasa.... a far better chipotle concept executed with Indian flavors. They seem to be doing a booming business and it is fast.... faster than fast food even. Maybe their tacos are better? With so many fantastic food choices at the navy yard I won't return to find out. read more
A good place for a quick lunch. I love the spicy kale slaw with tofu and chicken in top. Sometimes I get 50/50 with white rice. A quick lunch that doesn't leave you feeling heavy. It's never been too crowded when I come in either. I wish the base order came with the spicy cucumber or an egg. That would be a cherry on top. read more
I was a little apprehensive to try this fusion but we got it for lunch and it's now my favorite!!! You have got to try it! I got the slaw bowl with chicken-everything was flavorful and fresh tasting. Very filing for lunch as well! The guac was amazing! The chips that come with it are just a small snack bag. The staff was extremely friendly and welcoming! Parking-Navy Yard location is a little difficult to park, I ordered ahead and parked at the curb with my hazards on to quickly run inside. read more
TaKorean has really tasty tacos! We tried the bulgogi (steak) and chicken tacos. Both were really good but I preferred the bulgogi. They have lots of toppings to choose from. The romaine slaw & pickled cabbage are really good and I really like the lime crema which is a sour cream based topping with lime juice, mirin & agave. The meat is tender & juicy. It's a little cheaper on Tuesdays if you're looking for a deal. Definitely a good choice if you're in the mood for tacos! read more
Staff are super welcoming and the food is delicious! I have visited the TaKorean stall at Union Market, so I was excited to try this sit-down version of the restaurant. I ordered the Slaw Bowl with bulgogi and chicken. The pickled daikon is 50 cents extra, but worth it. I was in the area to see a show at Trapeze School New York, and I'm grateful they announced TaKorean as a sponsor. I never would have known to visit otherwise. I've got to come back and use the LevelUp app to get that $3 credit. I loved the Slaw Bowl, but those tacos are classic. Gotta have some more of those... read more
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Nicole S.
Thanks for coming in, Zoya!
We did take out. The tacos looked interesting and I would say our favorite was the pork and least favorite was the chicken. Was a little disappointed in some of the flavors. There was use of cabbage that was just plain and didnt have enough sauce to compensate for that. The tacos are a little expensive for what I was expecting from Korean inspired. read more
This was one of the best food stops on my road trip! Customer service: the guys that helped were really nice and patient. I came during the COVID social distancing time, and they were very observant of the protocols that most restaurants were taking. That made me feel really comfortable. I give their customer service a 5 out of 5. Atmosphere: super clean! Since it we were dealing with COVID, there was no indoor seating. I didn't feel too badly about that though, because it was a gorgeous day! Try to get outdoor seating if it's convenient enough or if there is seating. I believe that there is only two table currently. Food: You don't have to come here completely hungry because my meal was sort of light (and I am pretty slim). I got a taco bowl and it was magnificent!! So flavorful!! You can see In my pic what I got (steak, brown rice, cilantro, sriracha, sour cream, etc). I will never forget that dish FOR SURE! The pricing was a tad on the high side, but after I took a bite of my food I forgot how much I spent. Would I recommend? Absolutely! Will I be back? I hope so! The food was definitely worth writing home about. read more
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Michael L.
Thanks, Bri! We just reopened this week and are happy to be serving…
2 years ago
Good, filling, healthy! Once I started I couldn't put my fork down. I didn't even get a chance to take a pic it was so good! read more
3 years ago
Came here for a quick lunch bite. It is basically a korean version of chipotle meets Chop't - light, healthy (?) and filing! I think the quality of meat was okay. I think the flavors did not stand out and overall I was underwhelmed. read more
It's so hard to order to make it home with these babies! I have been craving some for weeks! This location stays open the latest, they are clean and the food was fresh even late at night. I couldn't believe how friendly the staff was, Will in particular was unforgettably personable. If every business had one of him it would be hard to fail! He actually was on the grill but assisted with my order talked casually with me while the chicken finished up and apologized for the chicken not being ready. I love this location and may only go to one from now on, that's how amazing the experience was for me. Thanks Will and the crew. read more
Opted for the Slaw Bowl for a healthier option. ROMAINE SLAW: shredded lettuce & cabbage dressed with a mild rice vinegar & sesame oil vinaigrette. *Really boring basic slaw. CHICKEN (DAK GALBI): juicy chicken marinated with sweet chili, soybean paste, ginger & soy. *Chicken was really tender but flavor was a bit bland. I feel like they dial back the marinade to appeal to the masses to not overwhelm peoples taste buds. CAULIFLOWER: pan seared & reduced with a chili-lime glaze. *Super crunchy with great bright chili flavor. POACHED EGG: perfectly runny organic egg poached inside it's shell. *Really liked that they cracked the egg and dropped it on the top. When I sat down it was perfectly runny and mixed well with all the veggies. I'd come back if I was in the area and craving a marinated meat bowl but I didn't really get bold Korean flavors. read more
Bottom Line: Gahh...may not be true korean but flavors are BOMB and resembles the spices pretty well. All around the different options blend together great. Also SO much generous meat, which makes up for the over $10 price of the bowls! Overall, gonna come back here for sure. Food: A good assortment of combinations. Wish they had more toppings similar to bibimbap but I was satisfied! Base: Choose from rice, slaw or combo for the bowl or tacos. Much prefer the kale slaw over the lettuce slaw. Had a better flavor profile. Meats: We got the chicken and the pork...keep in mind this isn't traditional pork belly, spicy pork bulgogi or al pastor meat...it's pulled pork (mehh in our opinion). But the chicken...hot damn it was bomb! Toppings: We got the kale slaw and lettuce slaw and much prefer the kale! They don't have traditional kimchi which was upsetting but in reality, it wouldn't have been the good quality kind (for those Korean Americans that were raised with the real thing!). Dried shallots were a nice touch. And forgot the spicy cucumbers but usually a good choice as a korean topping/side dish. Final thoughts: For being the second level Roy Choi Korean taco fusion away from Los Angeles...this place is pretty good. Since I compare every korean taco to above great Chef's tacos, I'd go with the bowls and get your meat's worth! read more
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