Every time I've been inside of Union Market this place always has a stack of people in line. I've been wanting to get out this spot, and I finally found my window of opportunity. I've heard about the tacos @takorean , and decided to go to their location at 1309 5th St., N.E. Washington D.C. (inside of Union Market). They have tacos, with a Korean fusion thing going on here!! . . . All right here we go with my beloved simplified menus!! This book has tacos... and bowls. You go in you choose whether you want a taco or a bowl (white or brown rice with the bowl). You choose a slaw Kimchi, Romaine, or spiced kale. You choose a protein...chicken, steak (bulgogi), pork, or pan roasted vegetables. You got your add-ons like a poached egg, pickled radish, or their Guakamole (avocado lightly seasoned with ginger and rice vinegar). When you finish everything off with their toppings...salsa Roja, Lime Crema, Sesame seeds, cilantro, crunchy Shallots, and their Gochu-Pie sauce (a spicy sauce from fermented Korean gochujang paste). That's it. . . So I got four tacos for $11.20( $.60 extra for the bulgogi and $2.65 for the 4th taco), and a bowl for $11.69 ($1.80 extra for the bulgogi). Everything I copped has lime crema, crunchy shallots, salsa roja, cilantro & sesame seeds. Let's get to it. . First up is their chicken taco (pictured with spiced kale)...STAMP!! All these ingredients were tasty with a twist, and fulfilling!! I'd DEFINITELY get this again!! . The Bulgogi (pictured with Romaine)...STAMP!! You could really taste the spice on the steak, 3 bites...this was gone!! . Next up is the tofu taco (pictured with hoisin & pickled cabbage)...DELICIOUS!! This one definitely hit the spot, I'm just not a fan of the fermented pickled cabbage. 'Twas delicious though. . Last of the tacos is the pork "Bo Ssam" (pictured with spiced kale & Gochu Pow sauce)...DELICIOUS!! The pork was a tad tough, but delicious nonetheless!! . The bowl (pictured with chicken, steak, brown rice, & kale)...STAMP!! I recommend this bowl!! Trust!! I also got some chips that I didn't even touch for $2.25. . . Customer service was on point here, online navigation is smooth, they do deliver via 3rd party, the establishment was clean, and parking was decent. Good food!! Go!! That's it. #bigschlimsreviews #litepocketmeals #koreanfusion #tacos #bulgogi #bowls #chicken #pork #tofu #limecrema #cilantro #spicedkale #Gochupowsauce #crunchyshallots #deliciousness #stamp #go #thatsit read more

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TaKorean Korean Taco Grill Ratings: 3.9/5 Food: 4/5 - Tacos are excellent, and the tortilla was decent too. I ordered chicken, steak and pork. The pork is by far my favorite, because the meat is very tender. I think their sauces are the reason why the tacos are so good. There's just so much flavors to it, I love it. Interesting flavor profile. They also have a variety of toppings and sauces to choose from with no additional cost, so that's a plus. Lastly, the taco is quite small, so ordering 3 would be perfect for one person. Ambiance: 4/5 - Union Market is always my go to for a quick bite. It is always clean and there are lots of outdoor seating available for people to sit. There are seating available in the back of the building such as the garage and a rooftop, but that requires reservation. Make sure to make a reservation ahead of time. Price: 3.75/5 - Thought $4 per taco is getting a bit over the limit, especially when the portion isn't that big. I think before it was around $3 to $3.5 per taco before, but not sure. However with COVID-19, it makes sense to increase price a bit to survive or stay in operation. Service: 4/5 - The server was patience with my order requests and suggested the slaws and several toppings/sauces, because there are a huge selection of options to choose from. Yeah, the number of toppings to choose from can be overwhelming, but they got a good assembly line going on there. BLUF: I think this place is pretty good compared to the other vendors at Union Market. Also, the line isn't too long either, and they move pretty fast. Would recommend if you are looking for something fast and somewhat healthy. read more

TaKorean - Top to Bottom: Chicken (Dan Galbi), Steak (Bulgogi), Pork (Bossam) - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The food is ok. I think it was a bit overrated. They use soft, corn tortillas straight from the bag without warming them up. Add the fillings and recommended toppings. I had a beef taco and chicken. They were ok, but I needed more condiments or sauce. It was sort of dry. There was an extra charge like $.50 so I passed. Will not return. read more

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Unión market is a great space, but it can be so hard to decide what to eat! Well the workers at the TaKorean stall saw my friends and I struggling and promised us we'd love their food...they were right. TaKorean came out swinging with a sweet yet savory beef taco with some hidden Korean flavors. My friends were super impressed and we will definitely be back! Follow us on Instagram @brwndbutter for more DC food reviews. read more

TaKorean - 3 Tacos - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Veggie tacos were outstanding! Got the tofu hoison w kale slaw and added cilantro cream. So delicious. The marinade in the tofu was very tastey. They had 3 options of slaw but kale was so good I will stick w that. Perfectly balanced crunch and citrus flavor. read more

TaKorean is one of the first Korean taco places in the DMV area and I was happy to check out this place. The place is now a staple in Union Market and I'm glad that it's surviving COVID. I would say that the hiked up prices at $4/taco is getting to be an eyebrow raiser. There are so many competitors that I hope that it could stay at this point. $3.50 was much more reasonable. Nonetheless, I'd boost a 3.5 to a 4 for solid flavors and working to survive COVID - Food Pork Tacos (4/5) and Chicken Tacos (3.5/5)- These tacos are both excellent and I appreciate the fact that they had distinct tastes instead of both tasting like the soy/garlic bulgogi marinade that some Korean taco places have. The bossam taco has strong pork flavors, so if you're not a fan of the "porkiness", I'd suggest one of the other meats. We went with the server's suggestions for slaw and didn't regret it. I would say that the tacos are juicy and border on oily, but the flavors go well together. - Service 4/5 I was happy that the server took it upon himself to say that he would suggest the slaws and sauces because the permutations of options can be a bit overwhelming. Thank you! - Cleanliness 4/5 - The place is doing the best they can with COVID - Ambiance 4/5 - I'm happy to see that this place is surviving COVID and that Union Market is also doing well despite the chaos in DC. Even if you have to dine outdoors in the rooftop in less than warm weather, nothing beats good flavors with good socially-distanced company. read more

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Good tasting food, good friendly service. Place was empty but food was amazing. Kinda pricey on the small side guac.

I look for Korean food and flavors wherever I go. We got a steak bulgogi bowl with romaine slaw, pickled daikon, gochu-pow sauce, lime crema, and shallots. It was good. Not very strong flavors at all. Could use more gochu-pow sauce to make up for lack of flavor and maybe no crema. Oddly charged extra for pickled daikon and service was a little rushed. ROMAINE SLAW Shredded lettuce & cabbage dressed with a mild rice vinegar & sesame oil vinaigrette STEAK (BULGOGI) Thin sliced all-natural beef marinated in a sweet & spiced soy-based sauce GORDY'S PICKLED DAIKON Locally made pickled daikon radish with turmeric & bayleaf for TaKorean. read more

Love this spot, I wish I knew the young man who took my order he was so kind. They are very patient even for the first timers. The tacos here are amazing! I've had the chicken, steak and cauliflower although they use it as a main I used it as a topping and love it! I highly recommend this place. Parking is plenty it's located inside Union Market. You can find lot or street parking. They close early I believe at 8 so grab and go and hit the road. They are located at the entrance of the city which is cool if you're on your way in or on your way out. read more

TaKorean - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This place is not good. I waited 10 minutes to get service in line. When I got to the front I was totally ignored by the staff. They were almost out of "the slaw" and gave me two spoons of slaw. Then the person left me waiting some more and when he came back, he asked me if I was done, at which point I said "you have not even offered me the rest of the ingredients." I left so pissed off with the sad looking bowl, I won't be coming back here. BAD SERVICE, SAD LOOKING FOOD, POOR UNREMARKABLE TASTE. Go to the other places around, it's a better use of your money read more

TaKorean - Slaw bowl. Almost empty. Bad food. Don't come here, you won't like it - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I enjoyed the idea of this place and the staff is very friendly. I feel like the food can have a little more flavor but I still enjoyed it. They have different options to choose from and service is very quick! I would go here again and try some other things on their menu. read more

It's wild to me that this isn't a five star rated spot, because every time I come to Union Market it always ends up my favorite option. I wonder if it's really determined by what you order, so if you're headed here, try the following: Bulgogi soft tacos, kale slaw, lime cream, crunchy shallots, cilantro. I don't know how anyone could be disappointed with the above combination. It's just SO GOOD. The bulgogi is great quality, not fatty, and extremely flavorful. Try it!! read more

My parents always tell me to follow the crowd because there's usually a good reason behind it. TaKorean is a Mexican-Korean fusion cuisine located in the Union Market. The way you order is very similar to Chipotle's assembly line style - pick a bowl (white or brown rice) or tacos (1 taco or 3 tacos), pick a slaw (pickled cabbage, romaine slaw, or spiced kale), pick meat(s) (you can choose 2 out of 3 meats), and pick toppings and sauces (included mild, spicy, and Sriracha). Line moved pretty quickly, but I unexpectedly got a bowl instead even though I originally told the staff that I wanted 3 tacos. Our group had to sit outside of the market because there's no place to sit within the market. *** The Bowl (brown rice, 1/2 steak + 1/2 pork, mild sauce - $9 + additional $1.50): I can't say it was the best bowl I have had, but both flavors and texture for meat were better than I expected. Shallots added a nice crunchy texture and mild sauce tasted pretty good. *** If you are looking for a healthy lunch, then this is actually a great option in the Union Market. Personally I am not too crazy about TaKorean, but I dig it. read more

TaKorean - Menu (Nov 2017) - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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My favorite place to eat when I'm at union market. Their tacos are so delicious! The workers also know some signs so it's easier for me to communicate with them. So friendly workers! read more

I LOVE THIS PLACE! I live right across the street from Union Market, so I come here on the regular. It's reasonably priced, and you get a lot of bang for your buck. Their staff is also very friendly, and help explain what everything is to those that are not korean-food-connoisseurs . I always go for the bulgogi tacos. I've never tried anything else, but to be honest why would you want anything besides bulgogi at a Korean Taco Grill? Definitely swing by this spot for a taco or two next time you find yourself at Union Market! read more

TaKorean - Bulgogi Tacos - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I ordered "The Bowl" with the Steak Bulgogi and it tasted like an authentic Korean food with an appearance in Mexican style. read more

TaKorean - "The Bowl" with Steak Bulgogi - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Another spot chosen for our lunch, we ordered a few tacos just to try. The employees were friendly and they moved fast. Overall our tacos weren't that great. I do like a great korean fusion taco, but it was just lacking in flavor. SEASONAL VEGETABLE CAULIFLOWER- pan seared and reduced with a chili-lime glaze I love cauliflower so I had to give this a try. It didn't have that seared flavor I was looking for and flavors were dull in general. The chili lime could have been stronger because it didn't provide much depth to the taco. The other tacos were okay or sub-par. I need more flavor! Adding pickled veggies gave our tacos some acidity and we also opted for some sauces, but overall there needs to be more. read more

TaKorean - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Not bad though I'm not in love. I ordered the tofu, pork, and steak tacos and only ended up really liking the pork ones. I did the spiced kale with gochu-pow suace, sesame seeds, cilantro, and crispy shallots. The tortillas could be better. I will try the chicken eventually. Maybe I just need a different combo of toppings next time. read more

Jeez, not a way to start a anniversary trip back to DC... These tacos, in short, were not good. Okay let me break it down, we were walking around Union Market since my mom suggested that we visit. The place has a lot of food options, it's easy to get overwhelmed if you are hungry (like we were). I saw TaKorean and was like "Oh! I saw this online! Apparently they are good." We love tacos, we love korean food, can't be too bad right? Nope. My SO and I almost got the same thing, so I'll just review my tacos. I got one of everything (chicken, pork and steak for an additional $1.50), spiced kale (kimchi for the chicken) and the two recommended sauces they put on them. Why was the meat already cold by time we got them? Union Market opens at 11, we sat down at started to eat at around 12:10. Seriously? $26 for both of us to have three tacos and two Jarritos Sodas and this is what we get? Hmm.. They do not heat up your corn tortilla (doesn't appear to be any options for flour tortillas). They just drag it out of a bag and put semi cold, wet, over seasoned meat on them. I was so let down that I just didn't finish my last taco, I told him he could have it and that I'll just eat later in the day. Skip skip skip. Union Market has a lot of places that seem to rotate. Try one of them instead! read more

TaKorean - Inside one of the tacos. Kimchi and chicken. N o p e. Pass! - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This is like a Chipotle but for Korean food. I love that concept and I got pork bowl with kimchee and all the toppings. I enjoyed but probably next time get chicken or bulgogi. Great place and recommend if you are trying to get quick Korean food. read more

Loved loved loved! I get these tacos almost every time I go to Union Market. The ingredients taste so fresh, the corn tortillas hold up surprisingly well. Great portion great price read more

TaKorean - Pork tacos with all three slaws (kimchi was my favorite!) - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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This place is very tasty! It's a Korean taco grill place that gives you the option to choose from tacos or bowls. It set up with the food already on display that you can choose from. First the bases and then the veggie, and after the meat. Oh yeah, don't forget about the amazing sauces! I got the steak bowl and it tasted amazing! read more

TaKorean - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This is my boyfriends favorite spot. Whenever we come we always get a taco bowl with bulgogi and all of the fixings. I like it too because it is healthy, refreshing and filling. I recommend TaKorean if you love Asian Fusion with Chipotle feel! It's a must-visit in Union Market! read more

1 star for the poor service. I was excited to get the tofu bowl so I ordered that and when the man was finished plating the rice/tofu/veggies he handed my bowl to the next man on the assembly line. That man just starred at me with a blank face and said nothing. I didn't know what was going on. Then he said with an attitude "is that it". Ummm I guess so? So then I paid. As I was doing so, I saw the next person got a sauce on their bowl. I didn't know that was the next step, he didn't explain anything to me. So I missed out on that. Why do their wear masks around their chins? read more

Food was so good! I saw that the 3 tacos were a bit small so I got a bowl instead. And they packed it up pretty nice! I got the half and half with pork and all the sides and sauces I could. You can order tortilla on the side as well. The staff was very friendly! I will definitely eat from here again! read more

TaKorean - Half and half with pork and all the sauces/sides - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This is my new favorite spot!! I went here on a Friday afternoon :) the service was great. Although I was a little overwhelmed by all the options, I decided on a spicy kale bowl with 1/2 pork and 1/2 chicken. I got all the toppings and the pickled daikon as well (pictured). This was delicious and better than anything that I could have expected.I will definitely be back soon! Definitely a great healthy and fast-casual salad option if you're looking to try something healthy and new! read more

TaKorean - Slaw Bowl - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This is a pretty decent joint in the middle of the (likely) very competitive Union Market food stall space. Fusion is quite popular of course, and right now both Mexican and Korean cuisines are hot. And why not? They're both delicious. Here's my only problem, though. It's not quite fusion if you are simply serving one cuisine in the trappings of another. Bulgogi tacos: yes please! But, it's not really fused. Example: The styles are 'taco' or 'bowl' (slaw or rice), and the proteins and most of the toppings are all Korean-style. Very tasty! But, not what I would call fusion. Maybe my definition is too strict, I dunno... Anyway, the food is really good, but here's the strange thing... the whole is less than the sum of its parts. Tried the beef, it was fantastic. Tried the rice, really good. Tried the kimchi, spot on. Put it all together? Meh... it loses something. I'm not sure what, but the punch isn't there. Still, though, it's really tasty and worth stopping by to try their offerings. I'd definitely eat here again. I think another reviewer said it best already: "...it was good, I can't say it was great." read more

Solid Korean taco grill. Great customer service and nice variety of tacos and rice bowls. Prices are fair as well and a nice patio/environment to enjoy in union market. read more

TaKorean - Outside patio was nice and plenty of seating. - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Delicious lunch! I came to eat here at their location in the Union Market which happened to be right next to my hotel (Kellogg Conference Hotel). Their service is great-- super fast, clean, sweet staff. I ordered a bowl with rice, chicken, kimchi & was SUPER overwhelmed with all the awesome toppings that were available so I asked the man making my bowl to help me out and he recommended a white & red sauce, cilantro & crispy shallots. Absolutely delicious meal & super filling!! My boyfriend ordered a similar bowl but with steak and loved his too! Must try in the market read more

TaKorean - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Awesome fusion restaurant line service style. Awesome bowls and tacos, even have taco Tuesday deals!

I ordered through UberEats and was pleasantly surprised! I'd never had anything like this before and it was very tasty and didn't feel heavy after I ate it like Chipotle. Would definitely recommend. read more

TaKorean - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Every time I go to Union Market I intend to try something new, but about 50% of the time I ended getting TaKorean! Their food is so flavorful and fresh and there are lots of interesting combinations to try. I typically always get the bowl which comes with both rice and salad and choice of protein. I go back and forth between the bulgogi and the Chicken, both equally good! I have tried all the salads and really like the cabbage slaw. Give it a try, you won't regret it! read more

Went to union market for the day and OMG this place was amazing . As soon as I walked through the doors I noticed the line for this Korean influenced bowl. It was so tasty which each bite just as flavorful as the last! I highly recommend checking out this place if in Union market you won't be disappointed! read more

TaKorean - Kale & Tofu bowl - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I really enjoyed their fusion tacos. I tried a chicken, pork, and veggie taco and let them put on every topping and sauce recommended. It was so delicious! I loved all the flavors and surprise crunch when I bit into it. TaKorean has quickly become an office lunch staple for me and my coworkers. We love stopping in on Tuesdays for Taco Tuesday. You can get three tacos for $7! It is a great deal, but get in line early because it is a popular choice because of the deal. You won't regret dedicating your lunch hour to these tacos. They are fresh and filling, but won't put you into and afternoon slump. read more

Delicious! My wife and I went to Union Market one Saturday afternoon and I got this cause it sounded good. This was my first time having Korean tacos and I'm glad I tried it. What I got: Taco - Romaine Slaw - Pork (Bo Ssam) - Cilantro - Crunchy Shallots - Salsa Roja (I think) read more

TaKorean - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Ordered the three tacos for $9. One steak, one chicken, and one pork. I like the pork best and had ordered it with the pickled cabbage and cilantro. Next time I would get the avocado crema on it. The chicken I got with chicken with cabbage and the steak with romaine slaw but it was dry and needed something. The line was long on a Sunday morning. They were prepared and moved people through quickly. It was the customers that contributed to the wait. I would return!! read more

Ordered a kale slaw bowl with half tofu, half cauliflower (seasonal vegetable). Added roja salsa, cilantro and crunchy shallots. Additionally, opted to pay an additional $0.66 for the daikon. The bowl was good, not amazing. Somewhere I would eat at again, but not immediately. read more

This was my first time trying the TaKorean in DC and Union Market. I was a bit overwhelmed with all the options at Union Market but knew I wanted a bowl. They offer a fusion of typical Korean style meats and seasonings, including bulgogi (steak), Dak Galbi chicken, tofu and roasted pork accompanied with either a taco or a rice/ slaw base which included kale or spicy kimchi. In addition, they have a selection of toppings that mix both Korean and Latino cuisine including avocado and spicy gochugang cilantro, and egg. There is not a limit to the number of toppings. I enjoyed the spiciness of the sauce as well as the overall crispness of the vegetables. I wish there were a few more selection of toppings, or grains/rice for more variety and combinations. I think it is fairly good value overall compared to the other food vendors here. In addition, the line moves very quickly if you have a limited amount of time for lunch. Definitely a tasty, healthy version of both cuisines. read more

TaKorean - Chicken, kale slaw and all toppings - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The Food: Takorean has a wide selection of options and flavors for their bowls. You can even do half and half! My friend was a vegetarian and was able to find something to eat. Compared to the other options in union market, I feel like you get the best deal here. They give you a good amount of food. The Wait: Union market in general will get busy, especially on the weekends. The line for Takorean wasnt terrible and moves fast compared to others. Definitely reccommend if you are looking for a solid meal without having to wait forever. read more

TaKorean - (Food): Half & Half Bowl - $9, 3 Tacos - $9 (Drink): Kombucha - $4 - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

My first venture into Union Market, and was told that this stand was one of the most popular places, so naturally, I had to try it. I was super intrigued by this fusion concept. I explained that I was a first-timer, and I really appreciated the guidance that I got as to what to order, with what toppings. As a huge bulgogi lover, I got the bulgogi taco, with a bunch of delicious toppings. I was not disappointed! The price point is reasonable and fair of DC/Union Market. read more

TaKorean - Bulgogi taco - Asian Fusion Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia