Stopped by Kalbi Taco Shack after catching a movie at the Alamo Drafthouse, and it was the perfect choice. My wife had the shrimp tacos, and I went with the chicken teriyaki rice bowl with vegetables. Both meals were delicious -- fresh ingredients, great flavor, and generous portions. The lemonade hit the spot too. Service was fast and friendly, and the food came out perfectly made. Highly recommend if you're in the City Foundry and want something tasty. read more

Kalbi Taco Shack - Chicken teriyaki rice bowl with vegetables - Asian Fusion Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

I just found a charge for the exact amount when I went there in January and I never went there in February. There is no phone number to call them and ask them why they have this erroneous charge on my card when I went to submit a contact me concern it wouldn't go through. I am beyond mad. I paid more there for a bowl of rice and tofu with chicken that I did for a full meal and great service at the drunken fish because they had to make mine special due to an allergy and now I find erroneous charge of my credit card. I am livid. So I see your reply to mine. I just checked my credit card and you still have not removed the charge. read more

Kalbi Taco Shack - Asian Fusion Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

It was okay. I got a rice bowl with sweet and sour pork. Got A LOT of rice and not that much meat for the price. Rice was overdone and mushy. 3 out of 5 stars. My son got the birria quesadilla. He said it was excellent. 5 out of 5 stars. Vietnamese coffee was good. Service was good. Willing to go back, but next time I'll try something new. read more

I wanted to like this place cuz I LOVE Korean food but it really really fell short. I had the rice bowl and for around $12 (before tax) I could not believe how little meat I got. I would have gotten quadruple the amount of meat at Panda Express for the same price. My friend paid $18 for meat and rice dish at a stall nearby and she got 4 times the meat I got. I had to eat off of her plate to make up for the lack of meat. (My friend still had leftovers) Also....You have to pay around $2 more to add vegetables too instead of it just coming with it. I really didn't understand this part. Also, the meat DID NOT taste Korean. Not even a little bit. It didn't taste bad but definitely NOT Korean. I also wanted to try their tacos but you HAVE to buy three and cannot buy just one. I opted out because of this. It seems that they are doing this to not lose money but I think they will actually make more money if they allowed customers to buy single tacos. Really disappointed with this place. I will not be going back and will be opting for the spot my friend went to. read more

I ordered the chicken teriyaki burrito. I was a little hesitant cause of the pricing but it was what I was in the mood for. It was during the week so it was not crowded. Food came out in good time and was very hot. The burrito was also very good. The only issue was it was too pricey for what you get. The size of the burrito was no different than what you get at Qdoba but it was $20 for just a burrito. You could get more for your money elsewhere. I would give it a 3.5/5 read more

Kalbi Taco Shack - Chicken teriyaki burrito - Asian Fusion Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

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Okay... let's talk about Kalbi Taco Shack because I think I just had a religious experience involving a pork burrito. The burrito? Massive. Flavorful. Emotional. I may or may not have teared up halfway through. Perfectly seasoned pork, the right amount of sauce, and a tortilla that held its life together better than I did during tax season. My husband went for the assorted tacos, and by "assorted," I mean he tried to order the entire left side of the menu -- and honestly, zero regrets. Each taco had its own personality: one spicy, one sweet, one probably judging me for inhaling my burrito too fast. The flavors? Explosive. Like a flavor rave in your mouth hosted by a mariachi band and a K-Pop group. And can we talk about the Foundry food hall? You've got a dozen choices, but Kalbi is the Beyoncé of the bunch -- serving main character energy while the rest of the hall is still rehearsing. Huge shout-out to the team for keeping things fresh, fun, and downright addictive. One of the best meals we've had at the Foundry -- and that's saying something, because I've eaten my way through most of it. 10/10. Will dream about that pork burrito until further notice. Final Verdict If you're in Midtown St. Louis and craving something that breaks the mold of "typical tacos", Kalbi Taco Shack is a must-visit. The pork burrito alone is worth the stop -- and if you're with someone else, sample tacos so you can taste the range. We'll absolutely be back. Highly recommend. PS there is no picture of the burrito since i dug in and made a mess before I remembered I needed the photo proof. LOL read more

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[June 2025] I came here after sweating it out at Sandbox down the hall. I'd been to the Foundry many times before and just been slowly making my way through each of the restaurants. Kalbi is an Asian fusion restaurant blending Chinese, Japanese, Tawainese, Vietnamese and American flavors. I love all of those flavors already, so I was excited to try them. Did I tell you all how much I love aioli? Well, they have a great house made aioli sauce that is on most of their dishes if not all. They have a process map chalkboard to help you map out your entree. I ordered the quesadilla with sweet & spicy chicken with no sides. The order didn't take long to make and was still hot and delicious when I got home to eat it. I will definitely be back! read more

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A simple no. Save your money. The concept seems great however the food was mid at best and the customer service was seriously lacking. The chicken was cold. The rice was room temperature. The egg was warm, but it added nothing to the dish. And there was absolutely nothing pickled about the carrots as described. You can tell the lettuce came right out of a grocery store salad bag as it was full of the flavorless corners of lettuce. Then to finish the transaction, I wasn't even offered a bag to carry my to go order away in. If I am in the mood for Asian fusion cuisine, I'll probably go to KBop or Seoul Taco, not this place. read more

Kalbi Taco Shack - Lettuce in the bowl. - Asian Fusion Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

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It was very cold day. We came for some food and the museum of illusions. We walked all around the food court so many options. We ended up at this Taco Shack and got the sweet and spicy chicken tacos and they were fire. Friendly service and nice area to sit. Best Tacos we've had in STL. read more

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This was everything I needed in the moment, my usual Foundry go to seemed to heavy for this evening. I ordered a regular bowl, with veggies, sweet & spicy chicken. The chicken had a great flavor, for what it was, a perfect chicken to rice ratio. But I could see myself ordering the same thing on a day that I'm starving and thinking it was not enough food. I will definitely visit again for the chicken, but I might order the protein bowl, which is protein and rice only. Service was surprisingly quick, I feel like I've ordered her before and waited a long time. I always love the "just hang out" vibe of the Foundry. read more

I ordered the special, a delicious birria quesadilla from Kalbi Taco Shack! It was made fresh and came out piping hot. Plenty of cheese and birria meat I the four pieces. Tasty broth included for dipping. Highly recommend this restaurant in the Food Hall at City Foundry! read more

Kalbi Taco Shack - Cool sign - Asian Fusion Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

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Kalbi Taco at the City Foundry is the kind of spot you casually stroll into while exploring, and it just hits the spot. On my last visit, I tried the crab Rangoon, and wow--so delicious! Perfectly crispy, creamy, and loaded. #stlouispescatarianapproved It's definitely a snack I'd go back for. The menu is packed with options like tacos, quesadillas, and bowls, making it easy to find something for everyone. The city foundry is such gem. Check it out. read more

I guess things were different before in a former location, but overall my first experience eating food from Kalbi Taco Shack was just meh. First of all, the name is "Kalbi" and if you know what that means, it generally includes beef, but they do not have beef offerings for protein here. Also, they pretty much are limited to tacos and quesadillas, and I was really hoping to find a burrito here. They are also very pricey. Portion size is small for what you get too. Taste was okay, which was why I gave three stars. Just overall kind of disappointed. read more

Popped into City Foundry food hall to get something for everyone...got the special tempura shrimp tacos as my pick! It was a great pick! A simple cabbage slaw marinated in a tangy vinegar based marinade, garlic aioli, and a big, freshly made, tempura shrimp in each taco, and a fresh lime wedge. Yum! The menu had a dozen things I'm ready to try on our next visit. Downside- it was a slow night but I waited a while at the window to be helped and then the tacos took much longer than necessary to be ready (but they were definitely just out of the fryer- nice and hot shrimp!) Just hadn't expected such slow service on a night that was not busy (maybe they had a lot of delivery orders?). I'm definitely heading back to this spot in the food hall! read more

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Oh my gosh this was so good!! The food was amazing, and the gentleman was nice nice! Cute & chill spot to eat, needed some time to kill during rush hour traffic. I don't live in the city, so I got a little confused where to find the food hall, but definitely not on the owner! read more

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I wasn't sure what I wanted to eat, so I went to the Foundry, walked around and decided to try this place. Pretty good prices, quick service, and a slightly different take on traditionally Mexican items. I had the sweet and spicy chicken as well as the buffalo zing chicken taco. With a side, in my case chips and salsa, this is a filling amount of food without leaving you a lot of leftovers. Of the two tacos, both were at least fine, but the buffalo zing chicken taco was way more flavorful. I'd get that one again, but probably not the sweet and spicy. I didn't feel like anything was particularly spicy, but my meal was tasty, if a bit messy. Good option if you happen to be at the Foundry read more

Kalbi Taco Shack - 2 chicken tacos and chips and salsa - Asian Fusion Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

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This is just a cute, little shop in the City Foundry that definitely needs to expand! It's a grab-and-go like other places in the Foundry. I am not usually a fan of fusion food, but the Premium Short Rib (kalbi) caught my eye. You can choose from an array of proteins + dish style. I opted for the kalbi taco version since it was popular. For two tacos, it cost around $14. The tacos included yummy marinated kalbi, slaw, and a sweet (gochujang?) mayo sauce on soft tortilla. Overall, I would say the kalbi part was good, but it just wasn't amazing especially with the price. The tacos were on the sweeter side, which isn't my personal preference. If the slaw had more acidity, bite, and even some spice, then I think the tacos would've been perfect in taste. read more

Kalbi Taco Shack - Premium Short Rib (Kalbi) Tacos - Asian Fusion Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

I became a woman during the early years of the OG Kogi BBQ taco trucks that roamed California's Orange County, so Mexican-Asian fusion holds a special place in my heart. When I saw Kalbi Taco Shack at the City Foundry STL, I had to get something. This food reminds me of Kogi, but without the chore of having to stand in an OC business parking lot clutching cash. Kalbi offers tacos, burritos, quesadillas and rice bowls on their menu. I got the short rib rice bowl, which came with jasmine rice, lettuce and diced pickled carrot. It's a simple bowl, and honestly, I wished there were more things in it, but it was tasty. Sometimes, simple things are just right. It had lots of warm rice in it, and it was comforting, and just the right thing to eat at that time. From the time that I ordered to the time that I got my food, a little over 20 minutes passed. It takes a little while for your food to come, but I think it's worth it. read more

A REAL REVIEW: My experience at Kalbi Taco Shack on 9/13/25 was absolutely 1000% horrid in every sense of the word. Prior to ordering I advised them of my dietary restrictions which only left me with a couple of options. From those two options I was only interested in trying one which was a jack fruit rice bowl. After receiving my order I walked over to the dining area. I was confused when I prepared to eat my meal because one of the ingredients didn't match the ingredient list. Without asking me if it was ok they swapped the romaine for iceberg lettuce. I'm very aware of the difference between the two. The jackfruit was cold & harder than a mf brick. With that said it wasn't even edible. I approached the register asking the cashier if I could have a refund since my order didn't meet my expectations. The cashier laughed boisterously in my face. There was an employee beside her witnessing this unprofessionalism. The employee standing beside the cashier then asked me if I wanted to exchange it for anything else. I replied no I would like a refund. Nothing else on the menu was of interest to me nor fitted my dietary needs. She proceeded to get the owner Sue S. Sue S. came out to address the issue. I explained to her why I was not satisfied with my order & that I wanted a refund. She then points into thin air & says "It says all sales are final." Even after her doing all that pointing I still didn't notice the sign. In fact after she walked off like a thief in the night I had to search for it because it's so small & hardly noticeable. With all of the busy decor you actually have to really be looking for it to notice it. I believe that was purposefully executed to cheat customers out of their hard earned money. Note to self: If I notice an "all sales final" at an eatery prior to ordering run tf the other way because that in itself is a huge red flag. After staring confused at this hidden fine print she was pointing to in thin air I told her I wasn't going to eat the food & would like a refund. She nonchalantly replied "Oh ok." & walked off with the trash they gave me. In that moment it was apparent that Sue S. only wanted my money & not my business. This was my first & last time here. If you're into highway robberies, non existent customer service, & dog food this is the place for you. I would highly suggest visiting a local grocer or Purina actually if dog food is your thing. Most of these other reviews must be AI generated or they received free dog food for leaving a good review because ain't no way Sway. This place is a certified "HELL TO THE NAW NAW." Should you decide to spend your money here & have some of the issues I had be aware of the Missouri consumer protection laws. I'll post a snap shot of them here, but definitely do your own research. As a consumer there are rights/protections in place even in the event "all sales are final." read more

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I usually don't like fusion cuisine (not as much a fan of Seoul Taco or Kimchi Guys) but wow Kalbi Taco Shack is *good*! We kept walking past this stall in the Foundry food court since they often sold out. But we finally were able to try their menu. We ordered the beef short rib taco and the rice bowl. The rice bowl really is just rice and meat. The tacos however are the highlight; very flavorful with a nice creamy aioli sauce and lime wedge, served over a flour tortilla (though you also have the option to pick corn). The beef is very well seasoned and not too chewy or tough. Probably my favorite spot in the Foundry! Would recommend getting the tacos over the bowl for a punch of flavor. read more

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I'm not sure if there's a big problem with consistency, because reviews seem all over the place, but unfortunately my experience was very poor. First note: the chicken tacos were $4.50 each (higher than any other tacos I've had in the area). I apparently tried a sweet and spicy chicken and a teriyaki chicken but they appeared and tasted the same and used the same ingredients. I asked the person at the service window which taco each was and even they couldn't tell me. I would describe the tacos as soupy - each one had puddles of juice from the chicken in them. Flavors were muddled and just a sad mess. Of the 5 places I tried during my visit to City Foundry, this was by far the worst offering. read more

Kalbi Taco Shack - Asian Fusion Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

My experience on Tuesday, December 30th, 2025, around 4:30, wasn't the most pleasant. We had ordered a boba drink with a miscommunication on what we had ordered. Getting a drink opposite of what was expected. Knowing this we immediately turned back to ask for the correct corresponding drink. My request for a different drink as I was dissatisfied with the wrong one was denied. Not once, but three times. The manager (Short asian lady) had a rough time compensating for the disappointing drink. And made a point to say, "You've already drank from it, and we can't refund it". Then continued to state " we're a small business, and can't just give you a different drink" as an excuse. She gave us a $3 soda in compensation for the $8 boba. I'm insanely disappointed in today's service by the manager, and just as much for the worker on duty. I would give this place a 1 star, but we did have 3 drinks, 1 out of 3 was worth the while. read more

We were at City Foundry an indoor food hall in St. Louis and visited the Kaldi's Taco Shack. We split the short rib tacos which were fantastic. I have always loved Korean tacos and this place hit the nail on the head. I could eat this every day. The Kalbi was cooked perfectly and it was served with love. The people were nice don't forget to tip! read more

Kalbi Taco Shack - Kalbi taco - Asian Fusion Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

I ordered two tacos, one sweet and sour pork and one sweet and sour chicken. The tortilla seemed to be store bought mission tortillas. The meat and sauce were nothing special and very soggy, impossible to eat without getting sauce on your hands. Hardly any veg was included. The chips and salsa I ordered for $4.75 were advertised as "made in store" came from a plastic bag like you would get at a concession stand. I also got a green tea, for a total of nearly $20. Really terrible tacos in a town known for terrible tacos. read more

Kalbi Taco Shack - Store bought bulk chips and salsa - Asian Fusion Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

My boyfriend and I love hitting up the Foundry food hall before seeing a movie at the Alamo. I'd say about 90% of the time we end up eating at Kalbi. Their Rice Bowl with Teriyaki Chicken just does it for me everytime. Nice amount of chicken and rice, and their sweet & spicy sauce is great on top of it all. Sort of a simple meal, but it hits the spot. read more

Kalbi Taco Shack - Rice Bowl with Teriyaki Chicken - Asian Fusion Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

The staff is friendly. The food is presented nicely however the flavors just didn't pop at me like I would expect it to. I would imagine that at one point the food was probably a little bit better. It's not bad. If you haven't had anything else or haven't eaten at a lot of different places then you will probably think this is a 5 star. I gave him a three to keep it I know everything is going up in price One taco cuz $4.50 The rice bowl was $11 burrito was $14. With the competition the way it is, they're just too many other restaurants. I could have gotten more food or at least even better tasting food for the same price. read more

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overall very mid for the price point, the rice in the bowl and burrito was really wet and soppy

I had the bowl dish. Chose teriyaki chicken. It was cold, and not that good really... It was super expensive ($18, after $2 egg and taxes) read more

Kalbi Taco Shack - Chicken teriyaki bowl with egg (egg costs extra $2!) - Asian Fusion Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

I tried two tacos, jackfruit and pork. I think the slaw was too watery for me so I wasn't a fan of the tacos but the jackfruit itself had a nice bite. I also wish you could kick up the heat level and balance out the flavors because it seemed just sweet. Wanted to like it but just wasn't for me. It's inside of a food hall plenty of parking and seating though. read more

Kalbi Taco Shack - Asian Fusion Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

Got two tacos from here on the food hall tour. The tacos were good but nothing too crazy. I think it was because it tasted only like the seasoned meats on the shell. I recommend the sweet and sour chicken taco and would say to skip the teriyaki chicken taco. The tacos need a topping of some sort. read more

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LOVEEEEE their burrito. So so good, I dream about this burrito. Highly recommend. The salsa isn't my favorite, has a bit of a mexican/asian twist so I recommend something else for an app. The foundary is such a fun atmosphere and there is often live music to watch while eating. It's pretty quick and generally not a super long line. Definitely check this place out! read more

Ive had the tacos before - very good. But this post is specific for the Vietnamese iced coffee....DELICIOUS!!! It carries such a natural sweetness. Not too heavy on the sweet, and not too heavy on the coffee. A very good blend. You also have the option to add boba. Unfortunately, I wasn't a fan of the texture or the way it was made. It didn't "pop" like other forms of boba I had and was very thick. Overall, definitely one of top iced coffees! read more

Kalbi Taco Shack - Asian Fusion Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

This was the first time I'd tried Kalbi in their new location at City Foundry and it did not disappoint! Their burritos, sauces, flavor, and meat are all seasoned so well! I got the beef short rib burrito (they do tend to run out of these so go early!) which was delicious, a good size, and very filling. I do think it was overpriced ($20 for a burrito after tax), but I think most of the places at City Foundry are so it was understandable. The service was very nice and relatively quick - it's counter serve read more

Kalbi Taco Shack - Beef Short Rib Burrito - Asian Fusion Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

This place was so good!!! You go up to the window to order your food and then wait down by the next window to pick it up! They made the food super quick! I got the sweet & spicy chicken tacos and they were soooo good! We will definitely be coming back for more. I loved the flavor of the chicken & the seasoning they had was yummy, not to mention the slaw! I'm big slaw girl, so these tacos were a hit in my book! read more

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Made a quick stop at the foundry on the way through- this was great! They have vegetarian and vegan options- protein bowls and fusion- tacos and quesadillas with all sorts of flavor. They have boba in fun flavors and the staff is friendly and efficient. I got the spices tofu quesadilla. It was full of cheese and flavor with seasoned tofu packed inside and a spices aoli on the side to jazz it up. 10/10 will go again- and I think I will try the jackfruit rice bowl! read more

I absolutely love Kalbi Taco Shack. The protein box with a fried egg is outstanding. Their sweet & spicy sauce is top tier and I had to buy a bottle to take home. The owner is extremely helpful welcoming to everybody. Kalbi is definitely becoming a staple in my home. read more

Uniquely delicious. This restaurant is located inside a food haul with tons of food options...I walked the whole strip checking out every restaurant and still came back to the first restaurant I visited. I was being drawn to this uniquely inspired Mexican Asian spot and I am glad I was ! It was soooooo good ! I got a sweet and sour chicken quesadilla and it was phenomenal! It comes with sour cream and their signature sauce. Yum! We also got a chicken rice bowl but it was mainly rice. The tacos are also flavorful but small. Be prepared for that lol. All in all I highly recommend if you ever in St. Louis ! read more

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I very much enjoyed the vegan and gluten-free options of Kalbi Taco Shack in the industrial-chic atmosphere of City Foundry. I ordered these two vegan and gluten-free tacos: sweet & spicy jackfruit taco, soft corn tortilla, Asian slaw (left) $4.50 sautéed tofu taco, soft corn tortilla, Asian slaw (right) $4.50 It would be better if food and drinks from the different restaurants in the City Foundry food hall were served with reusable dishware and glasses, which would be both better for the environment and improve the dining experience. At least offer dine-in customers reusable glasses instead of disposable cups. read more

Kalbi Taco Shack - sweet & spicy jackfruit taco, soft corn tortilla, Asian slaw (left) sautéed tofu taco, soft corn tortilla, Asian slaw (right) - Asian Fusion Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

The bowl that I ordered was good. I ordered the teriyake beef rice bowl with egg. If you ever visit the City Foundry STL, this shop can be one of the places you must try! read more

Kalbi Taco Shack - Teriyaki beef with egg - Asian Fusion Near Me - St Louis, Missouri

Delicious vegan options! I had the taco bowl with jackfruit and a tofu taco. The food was flavorful and filling. Sometimes you wonder if tofu will have enough flavor but the tofu here does not disappoint! It was tasty and hearty. The jackfruit was good too. I'm used to having it shredded but here it was cut in chunks, which I learned is a more traditional Korean method. I only wish I thought to take pics! read more