Really great place! Clean and great ventilation and my chicken katsu was amazing. Staff is friendly…read moreand fast.

Walked by and had to try this place! Order ahead on DoorDash or at the counter, seems to be plenty…read moreof seating as well. Had the beef yakisoba which was a great portion, flavorful and not overly heavy. Would definitely be coming back to try more. Lots in the menu and all great portions!

I can't remember what brought me to booking a reservation here for our family, but boy am I glad I…read moredid. I could just tell this restaurant was going to be a great experience from the moment we arrived. Friendly staff greeted us as we arrived and quickly showed us to our table. The atmosphere was warm and energetic, full of diners eating, drinking and enjoying conversation. After a quick scan of the menu, we quickly made our decision to order as many dishes as we could and share. We went for the beef tartare, Chinese scallion pancake, smoked tofu, kimchi trio, spicy rice cake, Chinese broccoli, "that" short rib steak, Kalbi burger, and the kombu cured mackerel. Everything was #brokedamout. The standouts to me were the scallion pancake, short rib, Kalbi burger and mackerel. Parking is available on the street and in private lots. We're already trying to figure out when we can get back here again before we leave. We'll certainly be back.

I've been to Joule close to 10 times at this point and have always had a great meal. We happened to…read morebe there for the start of Restaurant Week and I greatly appreciate that they didn't phone it in - the food was awesome! Starter was bacon and shrimp dumplings with spring peas and pea vines - simply delicious. The au jus was addicting and the spring veg added such a nice contrast to the dumplings. Entree was nettle crusted halibut snd it was perfectly cooked. Again, the sauce was so addictive I could've licked the plate. Dessert was a Darjeeling panna cotta that was dairy free - so good! Our friend's Paper Cake Marion berry slice was also delicious. What makes Joule standout even more is their service - Brandy in particular. She is warm, friendly, helpful and someone you want to be friends with. I love coming when she's there. I'll come back again and again.

Tasty food, good size portions and reasonable prices…read more Keep in mind that this place is tiny, we were lucky to be seated right away but I can imagine that there could be a line in a bit busier time.

Really delicious food. Lamb was so tender. Tomato salad was very flavorful. I'll be grabbing…read moretakeout here again soon! (The lighting is very bright fyi, so not really romantic ambiance. Nice, clean, friendly place though.)

A few colleagues recommended Monsoon to me last year, but I never made it during previous trips. I…read morefinally went today and overall, it was a lovely meal. I ordered the catfish claypot, which came highly recommended, and it truly delivered. The flavor was rich, savory, and comforting with a beautiful presentation. My one note: order a small side of jasmine rice. The dish does not come with it, and while the claypot stands strong on its own, the sauce deserves something to soak it up. You will want every last bite. The location is charming, tucked into a quaint neighborhood across from a cozy coffee shop and bookstore. The restaurant itself is spacious with a well stocked bar. One side feels ideal for families and larger groups, while the other side leans more date night or casual drinks. It strikes a nice balance. Pricing runs on the higher side, especially since entrees do not include rice or sides and portions are not particularly large. It is something to keep in mind when ordering. Service was decent and attentive, though I would have appreciated stronger menu knowledge. Simple questions like whether a dish is gluten free or whether it includes rice or vegetables should be easy to answer. A bit more confidence and familiarity would elevate the experience. I also would have appreciated seeing Vietnamese representation at the front of house, given the cuisine. Would I return? Yes. The food is good and the space is inviting. I am just not in a huge rush, as the overall experience did not fully match the quality of the dish itself.

I had the pleasure of visiting Monsoon Seattle for a friend's birthday celebration during the…read moresummer of 2025. Our server for the event was delightful and the selection of appetizers, cocktails, and entrees our group ordered were all scrumptious. As a crab lover, I was particularly impressed with the restaurant's preparation of the Whole Saigon Dungeness Crab that I ordered for my meal. The dish was loaded with garlicky, cheesy, and crabby flavor (sweet, briny, buttery, and rich), and it was a joy to eat. The dining room was packed when we arrived, and the space was tastefully decorated and felt appropriate for the occasion and my friend's demeanor and understated elegance lifestyle. I highly recommend Monsoon Seattle!

Revel is a great spot for a unique dining experience for modern Korean food. The service was…read morewonderful, and we enjoyed the dishes we ordered. We got the short rib wontons, kimchi pancake, Dungeness crab noodle, and Korean fried chicken. My favorites were the short rib wontons and Korean fried chicken! The wontons were in a delicious chili sauce, and the fried chicken was crisp and marinated well. Personally I felt like the Dungeness crab noodle was just okay, I wish there were more crab pieces. Portions for the dishes overall are pretty small, so the restaurant is pretty pricey overall. For dessert we ordered the basque hojicha cheesecake and really liked it! The cheesecake had a nutty flavor and good texture with the crust. Our server kindly provided us an extra dessert, the panna cotta. This dessert was really light and refreshing - a perfect complement. Overall I really enjoyed the experience at revel. There's a couple standout dishes and service was great. The menu is a bit pricy, but I'm interested in checking out the Sunday night dinner pre fixe meal.

Food: Everything was slightly sweet but had good flavor. My favorite was the Napa cabbage, it had a…read moreslightly smoky taste. The Dungeness crab noodles were the most disappointing because the whole dish was too sweet and the minimal amount of crab was too salty. The lemonade was too sour. Service: The service was great and everyone was attentive. Ambiance: The restaurant is very hipster and invites a younger crowd.

Had a great experience here. We ordered a really good spread starting with the beef tartare and the…read moreBugak which are their oxtail hand rolls. The beef tartare was incredible. The Korean pear mixed in adds a lot of great flavor and the seaweed chips it comes with are a really nice touch. The oxtail in the hand rolls were super tender too. For mains we got the Paju fried rice and the 14oz dry aged New York steak. The fried rice had a really nice flavor to it. The steak was definitely a standout since it was very well cooked and super tender. I really liked all the sides that were served with it! Highly recommend this spot if you want a really high quality meal.

Was on the last night of a work trip, and was initially thinking I was solo. So was not looking to…read moreeat trash. I looked up Paju before in South Lake Union nearby my hotel, and was excited to try it. Ended up finding a partner in crime anyway, and headed over close to closing time. Place is dark and modern, although I appreciate the wood oven being front and center. Owner was a little awkward given the timing, however she warmed up to us pretty quick when she said she was going to be in/out as we promised, and did appreciate the food itself. Got the sesame negroni, which was a unique and untraditional way to approach this cocktail. The sesame made it very different, and it remained as strong as I liked. The bugak (almost like a Korean taco with oxtail) was awesome. They were kind of just 2 bites of food each, however what was there exploded with flavor. I could've eaten 5 of these. NY strip was just ok. Didn't get any dry aged flavor from it at all. Not enough seasoning either. Bachan with it--brussel sprouts, kimchi--were tasty though, and the Paju fried rice was awesome. I wish they could put some beef/fish with that and call it a day. One of my favorite fried rice preparation I've had, but hey, I'm a sucker for squid ink. Would definitely come back here next time I'm in Seattle. Next time would sub the steak for the seafood jeon or branzino, however really nice meal otherwise. Compared favorably to other elevated Asian cuisine I've had (Joule in Seattle, Goosefeather in Tarrytown NY, Danji in NYC).

Taurus Ox is a decorated modern Laotian eatery known for having one of the best burgers in all of…read moreSeattle! To get here, there is street parking directly in front of the restaurant and all around the area. Reservations are highly recommended here, so plan accordingly. Inside, they have a spacious setup with a lot of seating. Wifey and I stopped by for dinner with our homies and got a spread consisting of the Chicken Wings, Lao Sausage, Lao Burger, and the Yellow Gaeng. Everything that we had was great and all of the staff here are very friendly and welcoming. Book your next reservation here and you will not regret it!

Visited son in Seattle and he took us for some Laotian cuisine…read more Now I don't recall having Laotian cuisine so it was a great experience. I left it to the young ones to order and they selected all the famous must haves from the limited selection menu. I do not know what they ordered but I enjoyed the food. The playing was beautiful and all the dishes had great flavor and texture. The only dish I didn't care for was the one I picked.... Thom Khem, the caramelized pork belly. It was just too common and did not wow me. The service was attentive and the restaurant was nicely decorated and cozy. A bit dark but the ambiance was inviting. A place I think everyone should try if in town. Just remember to make a reservation.

Great food, drinks and atmosphere. Service was great as well. Highly recommend people go here.read more

It's always super busy advisable to make reservations. Food is fantastic, pricey but worth it.read more

I love Bibimbop and am always looking for restaurants that serve it. We found this restaurant via…read moreYelp while we have been staying with my child at Seattle Children's Hospital. We had the Dolsot Bibimbop- I chose the tofu and added avocado. My partner had the pork Dolsot Bibimbop and also added avocado. This was his first time trying this dish and stated it is going to be his new go to. The dish was so yummy and the ingredients were clearly very fresh! I also had the sake flight- which was a great way to taste each of the sake! My partner had a beer that he enjoyed. The server was quick, responsive and friendly. The restaurant itself is very very small, kind of a hole in the wall kind of place if you will, but it consistently had people flowing in to eat. The service was quick and the food was so delicious! I will be back again and definitely recommend others try this place! Yum!

I'm eating my way through East Madison street in Seattle from around the arboretum to Madison Park…read moreand Hanok was my first stop. I went two days in a row with friends to try a few different items. This place is great, all of us (4 of us) agree that we'd definitely come back again and again. It's a fairly small restaurant, but they are very accommodating for small parties and try to keep a couple tables open for smaller groups. Groups of 4+ need a reservation. The atmosphere is very quaint and intimate. The people dining next to me leaned over when they saw my food and asked what I got, and that felt very natural (I'm sure it doesn't happen all the time, but it was nice). The service was good. They are kind and welcoming and helpful. Now for the food... first night, my friends and I got the spicy pork bulgogi and (not pictured) the regular bulgogi as an entree, as well as the jeon sampler as an appetizer (which came with a fish and kimchi, as well as a scallion pancake like dish. It was VERY good. I am not super familiar with korean food other than kbbq, so I have nothing to compare it to. However, it was excellent. I loved the spicy pork (it will be my go to). The rice, salad, and miso soup were excellent with it as well. Afterward, I felt satisfied but not absolutely stuffed. Night 2, my friend and I got the Japchae with chicken, the pork mandoo, and I got the salt & pepper pork belly. The pork mandoo was really good, one of the better pan fried dumplings I've ever had. I'm a pork belly fiend, and it was good, I enjoyed it, but the spicy pork was much better. I saw other people get the kimchi fried rice and that looked amazing, as well as the bibimbap in the stone (or clay? i can't remember) pot. I'll definitely be back to try those. With both appetizers, I wish there was a little more, but they're starters, they aren't supposed to be huge, so I was ok with it. Overall, it's on the edge of madison park proper, what's not to like about the location? The food is great, the service is great, the atmosphere is very nice. Highly recommend.

Super yummy hand pies! I'm always excited when I see that the Tabassum food truck is coming to my…read morearea. The hand pies seem to be already prepared, so the food service is extremely quick. Chicken Curry Samsa: The chicken was plentiful and very good, didn't feel too dry at all. The curry flavor was delicious, but not too overwhelming. Beef Samsa: The beef felt a little dry, but no big deal. There was a lot of beef, onion, and cumin, making it a very flavorful snack. The puff pastries did not feel too oily or buttery, which is something I often find with pastry-type foods. Overall, Tabassum has some pretty good hand pies and I can't wait to have more!

In short: You've had hand pies several times from other…read moreculinary traditions; think of these as being similar to empanadas, just known by another name. In long: I've had these samsas a few times now, because they used to cater lunch at the office at my old work. They've been consistently delicious for 5 years. They're a little smaller than your hand, and stuffed with maybe an inch of filling. 2 of them will fill up quite a few people. The truck itself is hard to miss. It's a Sprinter van, and the longest one I've seen. Big signage on the sides. They posted up Friday in a neighborhood near me. I ended up getting dinner for everybody, so I got to try most of the menu, at least in bites here and there. We got the beef, cheesy beef, chicken, squash, and spinach samsas. The squash ones seemed almost dessert-y, because baked squash is not far off baked pumpkin, which the typical American (like me) thinks of as dessert pie in the autumn. The others were all unmistakably savory entrée pies. The great thing about these is how light, flaky, and un-greasy the dough is on every one. The fillings are fantastic, too, but they've absolutely nailed the dough. Each one was about $6, and they do offer sides, though I just loaded up on samsas and off I went. I hope to see this truck more often for sure.