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I stumbled upon this place when looking for lunch and had a surprisingly bountiful meal. This place serves Korean style bento-style lunch boxes ("doshirak"). I was hatched in Korea so this offering was very nostalgic and fairly tasty. The full size was in fact pretty large so I think the mini size would be enough next time.
My rankings: 1. Torched Salmon 2. Spicy Chicken 3. Salmon (w/ Spicy Mayo) 4. Beef Bulgogi The torched salmon yubu is the most popular and my favorite, the salmon is reasonably fresh, the sear is well executed, and the meat itself goes well with the rice and tofu skin. My least favorite was definitely the beef bulgogi; I'm a huge fan of beef bulgogi normally but I didn't really like it here. I think it lacked a bit of flavor with the marinade and I also don't think it complemented the yubu well. This restaurant is popular among local workers in the SoHo area, in large part due to how cheap it is (4 Yubu for $13) compared to other options around the area. I think 4 Yubu is enough for most people to be reasonably satisfied but I could've definitely went for 5 or 6. The inside is well lit and is nice as a casual lunch spot with friends and coworkers. My friend that I went with told me to try the bento box next time I go because he said the portions are quite big. 4.6/5
The tofu pockets have lots of variety, well seasoned and are deceptively filling. You can get away with eating around 6-8 and feeling stuffed. Ordered for takeaway and tried a whole bunch of flavors. My favorite had to be the salmon and torched salmon. If you're a fan of sashimi/sushi, it's a good pick! I would say the pork and beef were second best, especially if you like a slightly spicier and savory taste. The tuna was not raw tuna, but more of a tuna salad (which personally was not my favorite). The fish roe was not too bad either and was definitely spicy mayo forward. Not sure how the interior looks, but the delivery was quite fast and the food was packaged nicely.
Ordered takeout, 8pc for $25 on Postmates (I had a promo code so it was cheaper at checkout). It was packaged securely and nicely. Nothing spilled over. They gave me 2 lollipops and the quality of their chopsticks were nice. I've had this once before and I remember really liking it and I was craving it today so I decided to order delivery for lunch. Unfortunately, it did not hit the spot this time. The tofu skin on the outside was thin and sweet, but the rice on the inside was sticky and very dense. I got a good variety of toppings, I liked the salmon and bulgogi one. My least favorite were the tuna mayo and the avocado. The avocado had high rating on postmates, but it was just guac over rice.
This place is so good that I visited here twice in one week! I was somehow craving some sushi and saw this place, which is basically Korean Yubu (or Japanese Inari or aka tofu skin) and have rice and fish/meat inside it. It's absolutely delicious and so flavorful! Growing up, I used to eat a lot of Yubu so this definitely gave that nostalgia in a way. The inside is pretty small but it hasn't been crowded as most people seem to take it as takeout. In case you don't want just Yubu, they do also have bento boxes and bibimbap along with coffee and tea. I did get their matcha latte and it was good too. If you're ever in SoHo and need a quick bite or some tasty food, definitely give this place a try!
The interior of the restaurant was clean and service was friendly. The main critique is that the rice for the Yu is way too mushy. Others have pointed this out before and I don't know why they continue to overcook the rice. I got three for $10 which is a decent deal, but you probably need six to feel full. They are smaller than they look in pictures.
This was a small and quaint restaurant that specializes in yubuchobap. If you don't know what yubuchobap is, it is seasoned rice stuffed into tofu skin, and then you can have various toppings to elevate the dish. The restaurant functions more like a snack-stop-and-go. This is the type of place you meet with your friends to yap or you stop by after a day of shopping in Soho. I already had an idea of what it would taste like, and honestly, I didn't expect to enjoy it as much as I did, especially the torched salmon. I got the spicy salmon and two of the spicy tunas, and it tasted pretty good, nothing crazy. But the torched salmon was the star of the show; it was so, so buttery and a tad bit smoky. It was really delicious. I ordered a blueberry matcha as well, and it was also pretty good! I wasn't expecting much from the drinks, so this genuinely surprised me. I highly recommend it!
We stopped over when we weren't quite hungry for a meal but wanted something to eat. These tofu pockets hit the spot! We got 5 different toppings: Spicy chicken, spicy salmon, torched salmon, spicy tuna, and beef bulgogi. Our favorite by far was the torched salmon. Torched salmon/salmon flambé/seared salmon has always been my favorite sushi but not many places serve it. So I was so happy to see it here and it did not disappoint. The beef bulgogi and spicy salmon were pretty standard. It tasted how you expected but nothing special. The spicy chicken was ok. I forgot that it was chicken after I ate it but also the spicy sauce taste a little fake. The spicy tuna was also decent but I just wish it was raw tuna, not cooked canned tuna. Overall, the place was very clean and plenty of seating. The food was also prepared pretty quickly and it's nice they gave out free lollipops. I'd definitely return for the torched salmon and will mix in other choices as well to find my perfect combo.
My partner and I were on our way to SoHo and wanted to try this spot. From just pictures we weren't sure how big the yubu would be, so we decided to order a box of 8 ($25) along with a 4-piece torched salmon bomb ($14). We ended up extremely stuffed and could have been very satisfied sharing only the box of 8. In our box of 8, we tried their beef bulgogi, pork jaeyook, tuna, myungran mayo, spicy tuna, spicy salmon (+$0.25), regular salmon (+$0.25), and torched salmon (+$0.25). Our box came with some lollipops which I thought was a cute touch. The yubu were piled high with each protein and there wasn't any protein I did not enjoy. I was really glad to try the various salmon options because they gave a very generous portion! I enjoyed the torched salmon bomb, but there was a lot going on. I enjoyed the variety of trying different flavors in the box of 8 and definitely got a bit tired of the torched salmon bomb after eating 1 of them. read more
Grabbed dinner with my friend at YUBU to try their tofu skin pockets, which have been all over social media lately. We got the 8-piece set and picked a variety of flavors to try. The bulgogi and pork jeyuk were tasty, though they were made with ground meat rather than the sliced meat typically used in Korean dishes. The pockets are very filling, with a generous portion of rice and toppings in each one. My favorite was the torched salmon, which had great flavor and texture. A few of the varieties came with spicy mayo, and it definitely had a kick, so keep that in mind if you're sensitive to spice. There was planet of searing inside I wasn't a big fan of the tuna one since it tasted more like canned tuna salad than fresh tuna. Overall, I thought it was good and I'm glad I tried it, but it's probably not something I'd go out of my way to get again. read more
Honestly super good pick me up!! I loooved the torched salmon, and the spicy pork bulgogi. They accidentally gave the mushroom one which I wasn't as huge a fan of but still a decent choice I think it was $12 for 3 or something like that and honestly decently filling!! So ya would recommend. Also it does have some seating inside! read more
I stumbled upon this place when looking for lunch and had a surprisingly bountiful meal. This place serves Korean style bento-style lunch boxes ("doshirak"). I was hatched in Korea so this offering was very nostalgic and fairly tasty. The full size was in fact pretty large so I think the mini size would be enough next time. read more
Yum!! Was in SoHo shopping and was looking for a quick lunch bite. Found this gem! So good!! Shared a set of 8. Ordered pork jaeyook, bulgogi, torched salmon, spicy salmon, and crabmeat. We loved all of it! Def a great place to try and was super tasty! Highly recommend! read more
17 days ago
Ordered takeout on DoorDash and brought it to a nearby park to eat. They pack each tofu pocket with the perfect rice to topping ratio. At first I thought they'd be smaller but they're quite big - which is a good thing! read more
My rankings: 1. Torched Salmon 2. Spicy Chicken 3. Salmon (w/ Spicy Mayo) 4. Beef Bulgogi The torched salmon yubu is the most popular and my favorite, the salmon is reasonably fresh, the sear is well executed, and the meat itself goes well with the rice and tofu skin. My least favorite was definitely the beef bulgogi; I'm a huge fan of beef bulgogi normally but I didn't really like it here. I think it lacked a bit of flavor with the marinade and I also don't think it complemented the yubu well. This restaurant is popular among local workers in the SoHo area, in large part due to how cheap it is (4 Yubu for $13) compared to other options around the area. I think 4 Yubu is enough for most people to be reasonably satisfied but I could've definitely went for 5 or 6. The inside is well lit and is nice as a casual lunch spot with friends and coworkers. My friend that I went with told me to try the bento box next time I go because he said the portions are quite big. 4.6/5 read more
The tofu pockets have lots of variety, well seasoned and are deceptively filling. You can get away with eating around 6-8 and feeling stuffed. Ordered for takeaway and tried a whole bunch of flavors. My favorite had to be the salmon and torched salmon. If you're a fan of sashimi/sushi, it's a good pick! I would say the pork and beef were second best, especially if you like a slightly spicier and savory taste. The tuna was not raw tuna, but more of a tuna salad (which personally was not my favorite). The fish roe was not too bad either and was definitely spicy mayo forward. Not sure how the interior looks, but the delivery was quite fast and the food was packaged nicely. read more
Ambiance is pretty dead here which detracts from the experience but the food is really good. Lots of options and nothing you can really go wrong with here. Portions are small but well worth trying for their unique flavors. We always come here whenever in SoHo for a quick bite read more
Ordered takeout, 8pc for $25 on Postmates (I had a promo code so it was cheaper at checkout). It was packaged securely and nicely. Nothing spilled over. They gave me 2 lollipops and the quality of their chopsticks were nice. I've had this once before and I remember really liking it and I was craving it today so I decided to order delivery for lunch. Unfortunately, it did not hit the spot this time. The tofu skin on the outside was thin and sweet, but the rice on the inside was sticky and very dense. I got a good variety of toppings, I liked the salmon and bulgogi one. My least favorite were the tuna mayo and the avocado. The avocado had high rating on postmates, but it was just guac over rice. read more
8 months ago
This place is so good that I visited here twice in one week! I was somehow craving some sushi and saw this place, which is basically Korean Yubu (or Japanese Inari or aka tofu skin) and have rice and fish/meat inside it. It's absolutely delicious and so flavorful! Growing up, I used to eat a lot of Yubu so this definitely gave that nostalgia in a way. The inside is pretty small but it hasn't been crowded as most people seem to take it as takeout. In case you don't want just Yubu, they do also have bento boxes and bibimbap along with coffee and tea. I did get their matcha latte and it was good too. If you're ever in SoHo and need a quick bite or some tasty food, definitely give this place a try! read more
The interior of the restaurant was clean and service was friendly. The main critique is that the rice for the Yu is way too mushy. Others have pointed this out before and I don't know why they continue to overcook the rice. I got three for $10 which is a decent deal, but you probably need six to feel full. They are smaller than they look in pictures. read more
This was a small and quaint restaurant that specializes in yubuchobap. If you don't know what yubuchobap is, it is seasoned rice stuffed into tofu skin, and then you can have various toppings to elevate the dish. The restaurant functions more like a snack-stop-and-go. This is the type of place you meet with your friends to yap or you stop by after a day of shopping in Soho. I already had an idea of what it would taste like, and honestly, I didn't expect to enjoy it as much as I did, especially the torched salmon. I got the spicy salmon and two of the spicy tunas, and it tasted pretty good, nothing crazy. But the torched salmon was the star of the show; it was so, so buttery and a tad bit smoky. It was really delicious. I ordered a blueberry matcha as well, and it was also pretty good! I wasn't expecting much from the drinks, so this genuinely surprised me. I highly recommend it! read more
2 months ago
Incredibly delicious food. Came at a non-busy time and there are plenty of tables to sit at. Highly recommend to try! read more
We stopped over when we weren't quite hungry for a meal but wanted something to eat. These tofu pockets hit the spot! We got 5 different toppings: Spicy chicken, spicy salmon, torched salmon, spicy tuna, and beef bulgogi. Our favorite by far was the torched salmon. Torched salmon/salmon flambé/seared salmon has always been my favorite sushi but not many places serve it. So I was so happy to see it here and it did not disappoint. The beef bulgogi and spicy salmon were pretty standard. It tasted how you expected but nothing special. The spicy chicken was ok. I forgot that it was chicken after I ate it but also the spicy sauce taste a little fake. The spicy tuna was also decent but I just wish it was raw tuna, not cooked canned tuna. Overall, the place was very clean and plenty of seating. The food was also prepared pretty quickly and it's nice they gave out free lollipops. I'd definitely return for the torched salmon and will mix in other choices as well to find my perfect combo. read more
Decently sized and priced for a box of 5. I tried all the vegan flavors and liked the spicy mushroom the best. That being said, I'm keeping my fingers crossed for more vegan and vegetarian toppings in the future as the heap of mushrooms and avocado on each added a lot of moisture. read more
2 months ago
Moved from Queens where there is a lot of good Korean restaurants and was craving Korean food. So found a spot near work. Menu and pictures look really promising. Unfortunately was a bit disappointed. There's nothing wrong with the place and it was also packed with customers, but it just didn't hit the spot for me. The wait was long. (Prime lunch time) The flavors were muted, appear to cater to more American palate and portions were on the smaller side. read more
This casual Korean restaurant in the SoHo area of NYC offers Yoni with a variety of toppings including bulgogi, spicy tuna and salmon. We ordered at the counter. We had a variety plus a mango drink. Everything was fresh, flavorful and delicious. The staff was friendly and efficient. read more
Yubu! They have an East Village location and a SoHo location, but I always go to the SoHo location because it's near work (easy lunch) and not a far walk from the Hudson River (great picnic food option). Such a solid spot for takeout out and/or if you need something quick but still really satisfying. Interior is simple, clean, warm light, light wood aesthetic; and good amount of seats (never seen it get too busy). I feel like you can never go wrong with the yubu (my favorites are the spicy salmon, spicy tuna, bulgogi, and crabmeat) so I haven't tried anything else, but they do have bibimbap bowls, lunch sets (bento box vibes), and drinks (matcha, coffee, fruit drinks, etc.). read more
2 months ago
This is my go to. This is my staple. This is my affordable. This is my here all the time. (And not for the free lolly.) This is my hit and never miss with friends! I've been here three times since this post. I love their drinks which are very refreshing, the food is good and affordable. They have different size options and the place itself has a calm ambiance with KPOP music. read more
3 months ago
Cute little shop in soho area. Ordered a set of 3 yubu's to share. Great deal for $10. Good portion sizing too. I wanted to really like the spot, but it didn't really "wow" me. I did like that they give plenty of toppings for the yubu's. We got three flavors: - Beef bulgogi: Made with ground beef instead of sliced beef, had a hint of bulgogi and it wasn't too sweet. - mushroom bulgogi: I really liked the topping itself. It had a nice umami/garlic flavor but this piece was really watery? Or it had too much sauce? The sauce from the toppings soaked the rice and it didn't really mix well flavor wise. - torched salmon: Lightly torched, tasted like regular salmon All three flavors were just okay, the rice was what threw me off. Not sure if they were having an off day, the texture was mushy like they had put too much water. It was too soft for my preference. 2/3 pieces were drenched in sauce from the toppings and it felt like I was biting into mush? Would try again some other time to see if it's different. read more
I love that you can try so many different flavors at once. Each one is essentially a fried tofu skin pocket containing a rice ball and some protein filling. Though it gets a bit messy after the first bite, usually falling apart. Beef Bulgogi: A classic with beef and marinade. Though seemed more like ground beef than thin slices. Pork Jaeyook: Love the nice spicy sauce around the ground pork. Perhaps my favorite. Spicy Chicken Cheese: KInda like the pork jaeyook; actually hard to tell the difference. Except this one has some Cheez Whiz like goo on top. Salmon (Torched): Sushi-like with raw salmon torched on top. I liked the flavor and doneness contrasts, but could have such some sort of sauce. Crabmeat: Though I'm not 100% certain, this felt like fake crab rather than real crab. Probably my least favorite. read more
8 months ago
4 months ago
2 of us ordered the large box of Yubu to share as lunch. We ordered a variety of toppings such as torched salmon, spicy ahi, ahi and bulgogi. The taste was good and fresh. I enjoyed each one of them. Basically it's Inari sushi with topping, extra large size. I think it's good for a meal but would have loved if there's more variety for vegetables read more
1 year ago
One of my favorite spots to grab a quick bite in SoHo! Yubu serves up delicious (and aesthetic) Korean tofu pockets filled with rice and your choice of topping, ranging from bulgogi and tuna salad to raw spicy salmon. You can't go wrong with any of the fillings, but my favorites are the torched salmon and the fish roe mayo! It's a small shop with limited seating, but provides some nice reprieve from a busy shopping day. You order at the counter, and then find a seat. Definitely get one of their sets, it comes with the cutest lollipop! No public bathroom though :( read more
Stopped over for a quick snack. There's an abundance of choices whether it's a drink or rice filled tofu pockets. The rice is very filling so it would be almost impossible to eat all 14 choices in one sitting unless it was for a meal. I wasn't particularly fond of the strawberry latte. Not to say that it wasn't great, it was not much of what I wanted. Note to self, always listen to cravings. The service was quick. I did love the tofu pockets, I wish I could've had more. Absolutely scrumptious! The place was busy though not crowded; also well kept. read more
Literally sooo yummy and delicious and unique idea to try out. It's very affordable around $3-$4 each or set of 4 for $13 or set of 8 for $25 and each one is so filling so definitely so so worth it. Definitely recommend the beef as #1 but the salmon is also sooo good and I don't think you can go wrong here! Good spot for quick eats that's affordable and convenient read more
2 months ago
11 months ago
Amazing tofu pockets!! Very good for the price (box of 3 for $10) it'll def fill you up as well. Service here was great and they give you free lollipops with your order lol. Nice lowkey soho location, highly highly recommend if you're in the area looking for a quick bite :) read more
We saw this place on Instagram and figured it was worth a shot. The restaurant is pretty small and might not fit a large crowd; however, the food is pretty good. We ordered the salmon, crab meat, avocado, mushroom bulgogi flavor, spicy mushroom and roe and mayo (myungran). There was a healthy topping on top of the rice. The tofu skin was really fresh and the staff was friendly. Definitely give this place a shot when you're in the area read more
3 months ago
2 years ago
Yubu, an Inari quick-service eatery, calls Soho its home. I enjoyed three pieces accompanied by a dalgona coffee and found it to be a satisfying meal. My order included beef Bulgogi, spicy chicken, and spicy tuna mayo, costing approximately $16. The establishment's ambiance was genuinely charming, complete with sufficient seating. The rice and meat were of excellent freshness, and the coffee was creamy and sweet. If you're an aficionado of Asian cuisine, particularly Japanese, I strongly suggest giving this place a try. reasonably priced per item tasty and fresh fulfilling ample seating near train stations has vegan options (mushroom inari) read more
Love this cafe restaurant. The tofu skin with rice/ toppings are well mixed together. The restaurant is cleaned and felt cozy to dine in. I like the box combo, it is perfect bites for quick lunch. You would order up front and clean up after yourself. The only downside is no restroom. My favorite was torched salmon, spicy chicken, spicy tuna read more
1 year ago
Love the concept!! I got the 3 box option with the spicy chicken, crab, and spicy tuna and loved all three! I think my favorite was the spicy tuna. These weren't too big which I liked, but the tofu pocket outside paired with the meat and rice made for the perfect bite! read more
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What is the edible "cup/bowl" for these fillings made of? If it's mushrooms, my sister can't eat it.
Hello, if you are talking about the outside base, it is tofu skin, and filled with rice inside.
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