Korean food is probably the category I'm most critical of when it comes to restaurant reviews. As a…read moreKorean American who's spent a lifetime eating great Korean food at home and in restaurants, my standards are high. That said, this was easily the best Korean meal I've had in Austin, and honestly, it might be the best I've had in Texas. The soondubu arrived absolutely piping hot. I ordered the mushroom version, and it was packed with a wide variety of mushrooms rather than just a few token pieces. Even when ordered spicy, the broth still had incredible depth and flavor that wasn't just heat for the sake of heat. The tteokbokki was addictive. We ended up adding cheese and ramen, which took it to another level. The marinated kalbi was equally impressive: high-quality meat with very little fat and generous portions. The banchan was also top-tier. Standouts included the soy-glazed potatoes, fresh kimchi, and japchae. They also serve purple rice, which has a wonderful chewy texture and feels like a more thoughtful alternative to standard white rice. The food alone would bring me back, but the service was excellent as well; friendly, attentive, and efficient. We came for an early dinner and got seated right away, but if you're planning to come during peak dinner hours, expect a wait. The locals clearly know this place is something special. Huge parking lot and the dining area is bright and airy, even playing the world cup games. Seems to be very family friendly.

Good banchan, but everything else was pretty mid if you're used to Korean restaurants in larger…read morecities. The cold noodles had a great taste, but were not served with any accompaniment except some ginger. The six pieces of galbi we ordered included one piece that was purely gristly and bone. No seasoning and weirdly chewy meat on the remaining pieces. I wouldn't recommend the BBQ here. We had a pretty uncomfortable table wedged between a large family dinner and the server station, blocked from the windows by a giant wall.

I was craving Korean food, so we decided to give SOHA a try, and it absolutely did not…read moredisappoint!!! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with genuine warmth and such positive energy. The welcoming atmosphere, attentive service, and chill vibe made us feel right at home. Every dish we ordered was outstanding and packed with flavor. The seafood pancake was cooked to crispy perfection, something that's surprisingly hard to find, as it's often left a bit doughy at other restaurants. The steamed egg was light, fluffy, and comforting, while the spicy tofu pork soup was phenomenal. It had just the right amount of heat, with silky, melt-in-your-mouth tofu and incredibly tender pork belly that paired perfectly with a bowl of rice. What truly elevated the experience, though, was the service. At one point I accidentally dropped my chopsticks, and before I could even ask for another pair, one of the servers noticed from across the restaurant and immediately brought me a new set. It's those small, thoughtful touches that really set a restaurant apart. SOHA exceeded my expectations in every way. If you're looking for authentic, flavorful Korean food with genuinely exceptional hospitality, this is the place. It has officially become a must-visit every time I'm in Austin.

Not bad of a place! Me and my big party went during a not too busy of a time and the food came out…read moreat a good pace which I'm happy about. Corn cheese: 5/5 It was hot, creamy, sweet, charred, and delicious! Would recommend. Soy Honey Chicken: 5/5 I'm not a big fan of the batter but the portion was pretty big, it stayed crispy, the sweetness was nice, the onions were refreshing, and it was good on rice! Short Ribs: 3.5/5 I wasn't too big of a fan - the short ribs were chewy and not as flavorful as other korean places. If you like more mild flavors, this is the one for you. Also, some of the pieces were just bone Steamed Egg: 2/5 It was just egg, not something I would recommend spending your money on. It was soft and hot, but not too flavorful. Kimchi Pancake: 4/5 It was good, crispy, toasty, but there was just more batter than kimchi. The sauce was a bit salty and I prefer more vinegar based dipping sauces with my Korean pancakes. I liked it though, it had a good onion flavor. Pork Belly 5/5: Forgot to take a picture but quite good! Thick cuts, tender, juicy. It's not seasoned but it comes with some lettuce, samjang, and sesame oil. Good vibes and service - it's a good eat, sip, and talk place

Food was amazing! Don't have a picture of the Banh Mi because I ate it so quick! One of the best…read moresandwiches I've had in my life. Only giving 5 starts because I can't give 10.

Ugh...this one is tough because I actually DO think the food is good!! The flavors are definitely…read morethere, and I'd honestly order from Nancy's Kitchen again. My biggest issue isn't the quality of the food--it's the portions. I ordered two vermicelli bowls with grilled pork, and I was honestly shocked by how little pork came with each order. It genuinely felt like they picked out the tiniest pieces of pork they could find, and I ended up with SO many noodles left over because there just wasn't enough meat to balance everything out. I think that's what disappointed me the most. One of the things I love about Vietnamese food is that it's usually such an incredible value. The portions are typically generous, the prices are affordable, and you leave feeling really satisfied. Here, I felt like I was paying quite a bit for a meal that just didn't feel very substantial. Overall, I still think the food itself tastes good, which is why I'd probably order again if I was really craving it. I just really wish they were a little more generous with the portions because I don't think the value quite matches the price. If they increased the amount of grilled pork, I'd probably enjoy this place SO much more!

Great sushi food truck. I online ordered and it was ready for pick up. Sushi was fresh portions…read morewere fair for price

Rating: 4.3/5 [dine in]…read more Dawa Sushi is a food truck located in a food truck park, with plenty of picnic tables scattered around for dining. It seems to be run by an older Korean couple, which adds a charming, homey touch. We stopped by on a Friday for lunch and took advantage of their happy hour (available before 3 PM). We ordered the Dawa Roll Combo for $16.50, which includes two classic rolls and your choice of a half specialty roll (Barton Springs, Zilker Park, Spicy Onion Crunchy, or Phoenix). We went with the Crunch Roll (avocado, cucumber, crab meat, eel sauce, spicy mayo, and crunchy flakes), Eel Roll (baked eel, avocado, cucumber, eel sauce, and sesame seeds), and the Zilker Park Roll (crab meat and avocado, topped with more avocado, eel sauce, spicy mayo, and sesame seeds). While all the rolls were good and tasted fresh, they leaned on the simpler side and had fairly similar flavor profiles. The Zilker Park Roll was my favorite of the three. The food took about 10-15 minutes to come out, and everything tasted fresh and light. After eating, we brought our plate back up to the counter. We plan on coming back to try some of their other rolls, especially the ones with fish.

The food was amazing quality, every dish was so flavorful and unique. My friends and I had the best…read moretime while there was awesome music to curate the ambiance. Our server Alejandra was the best and sweetest ever, so patient with us as first time diners!! BTW: PROPS to the lychee martini we loved all the drinks we got!!

Came here on a Sunday morning and it was empty. Which is nice but a bit concerning as a first-time…read moreguest. Parking is decently okay, my only complaint is the spaces are small and I don't have a big car, just a 4-door sedan and it barely fit in the spot. So if you have a big car or a nice one, I would recommend parking a bit further away and just walking to the restaurant. I am going to focus more on the cooked items as most people here already gave their review on the sushi. Hangover ramen, not too bad. It is like Shin Ramen Instant Noodles with a lighter flavor, nice touch with the bean sprout as it is a needed texture element. Add the gyoza into it and it makes it even better. Cucumber salad, not bad at all. It is missing a bit of spice to it. A touch of chili oil on it would kick this dish up a bit. It is refreshing and a must at the table. Truffle fries, please skip this. No salt on the fries if you are okay with it. It is just a bit of truffle oil and Parmesan cheese sprinkled on top. It is lacking in flavor. Yaki Udon, skip this as well. Not sure if it was just the day I went but the sauce was not so great. It was this sweet and sour taste but it was swimming on the bottom of the bowl like the sauce was poured on top of it at the end instead of being stir-fried into it in a wok or a pan. The first few bites are okay but the bottom half is just swimming in that sauce. Spicy Pork Bulgogi, decent size overall, not too bad. I would order like kimchi rice to eat with it next time if I come back. I do wish it was a bit more charred just to give it a bit of a textual element to it. also another thing to note, the bathroom is shared with the restaurant next door to it.

Seems like a very sweet family owned business! The gentleman at the front was very sweet. I was…read morelooking for some inexpensive dinner as my stove isn't working, and this spot seems to have some of the best prices in West Campus. I nabbed Japchae ($11) and Kimchi Fried Rice ($11), and barely made a dent in either of them. Just one would have totally lasted me for at least 3 meals. They taste clean and fresh, though I will admit I added some chili and soy sauce to the kimchi fried rice!

It was really good. A lot of flavors. Big serving for the cost. The food came out really quick and…read morethe environment was chill

I had no idea what to expect when I walked over to the counter of this restaurant. I remember…read moreseeing the video on Instagram about how this was one of the best spots in Austin, and they couldn't have been more right. The balance of flavors and spices are out of this world, and they have set a new bar in Asian cuisine in my life. The surrounding area had nice seating and views, and the service was proper and kind. 10/10 I will be back again and I would highly recommend!

I checked this place out due to a special they were having. I can't recall the Vietnamese name but…read moreit's a fried rice cake and egg dish! I really liked it but I do wish the rice cake was crispier--we did pre order and I'm not sure if that impacted the texture. My husband got the broken rice dish which I thought was good but he prefers a traditional, non-rib style. This place is a big hidden in Springdale General and occupies a small corner. I hadn't been in this area for a hot minute but it's developed into quite a bustling food court with other small businesses to check out around the area. Their menu is small but follow on Instagram for any special dishes!

A very small food truck with no parking! My husband and I tried this spot on a Saturday evening for…read moretake out. They were out of some things, but we had beef noodle soup and a spicy noodle dish with peanuts. The Chinese hamburger is good, but needs sauce. Overall the noodles are fresh and hand pulled. Flavors are there but not overly amazing.

Incredible! We had the Chinese hamburger (roujiamo), Liang Pi, and beef soup. The noodles with the…read moresoup were absolutely perfect, and the soup was flavorful while not being too salty. The Liang Pi came with different hand cut noodles and an excellent sesame dressing. The Chinese hamburger was excellent as well, it reminded me of Cuban pulled pork. I agree with other reviews that Chef Hong had the best Chili oil in Austin.