The place is meh. I got kalbi tang here and there was so little meat in the soup. The menu didn't…read morehave many options. The space was very clean and comfy though. Service was ok. I appreciate that the place was a Korean mom and pop's place though. Wouldn't come back.

Was roaming around New Haven and happened to get to Seoul Restaurant right when they opened. Was a…read morelittle caught off guard that they locked the door but the owner said it's because they've had some trouble in the past with people harassing them. Nevertheless, the lady who seemed to be running everything was very sweet and accommodating. Seafood Pajun: If there's anything to get, it's this. Great balance between seafood and the batter, all bundled together in a yummy crust. 10/10 Stone Pot Bibimbap: A little on the small side in terms of portion. Nothing much to note but I did wish I was given some sauce to accompany it. Pork Bulgogi: Succulent, fatty pieces of pork coated in a spicy marinade. The only problem was that there wasn't more. Soondobu Jigae: little on the fence with this one. The broth clearly was made with time and love. It just didn't have too much in it. Mandu: Another highlight. Crispy on the bottom with a sweet and savory filling. Had a great experience here. Just wished the portion sizes were larger.

Found this little gem on our way back home from Connecticut and I'm glad we decided to stop in. We…read moreordered the seafood soft tofu with a side of ramen, seafood pancake, garlic fried chicken wings, and my wife got the R1 combo. Overall, the food was really good and exactly what I'd expect from a family-owned Korean restaurant--comforting, flavorful, and made with care. The soft tofu soup was satisfying, the garlic fried chicken wings were crispy, and the seafood pancake had a great taste and texture with a nice crispness throughout. My only minor critique is that I wish there had been a bit more seafood in the pancake, but it was still very delicious overall. One thing that really stood out was the hospitality. They brought out a complimentary steamed egg dish for my daughter, which was incredibly thoughtful and much appreciated. Small gestures like that really make a difference. The atmosphere was comfortable, the service was warm and attentive, and the overall dining experience was excellent. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in the area!

This place is truly a hidden gem and was recommended by a friend of mine who is Korean…read more The staff was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive, making the entire experience even more enjoyable. Our waitress even brought out a kimchi pancake to try for free. If you're looking for authentic, flavorful Korean food and outstanding service, this spot is definitely worth a visit. I can't wait to come back and try more of the menu!

I would trade my firstborn son for this soup. We got the pork gukbop and gamja tang and they were…read moreDELICIOUS. If you're a fan of being able to customize your soup, I'd definitely suggest the pork gukbop. Our server was also very sweet!

Solid Korean restaurant in New Haven CT. The Dweji gukbap (pork soup with rice) is the go to dish…read morehere. I ordered the sundae gukbap which is the same thing but additionally have blood sausage on the side. My wife ordered the Mr Cookbop gukbap but it wasn't as good. It was like a glorified spicy beansprout soup. We also got an app of Kimchi jeon (pancake) which wasn't bad. The banchan was also better than I expected. A solid location if you get the dweji gukbap

BonChon is a popular Korean fried chicken chain with their headquarters based in Texas. The first…read moreU.S. BonChon restaurant was in New Jersey. It was founded in 2002 and there are locations found in the U.S. and internationally. The first time I had BonChon was in Massachusetts and I fell in love with it. At this location in New Haven, CT, the restaurant had a high ceiling and a cool bar. The service was good and the food came out fast. BonChon is known for their double fried chicken wings. I had the 10 pc wings meal with pickled radishes. I got half-half of Yangnyeom and spicy flavors. I love the spicy, it definitely has a kick. I also love the Yangnyeom, which had notes of soy sauce from what I tasted. I like to get a side of white rice and Kewpie mayo to complete the meal. My family also got the takoyaki fried octopus balls; it's topped with Kewpie mayo, katsu sauce, and scallions. The balls were super good, crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside. My son's had the plain udon noodles which came out in a hot pot, so it was boiling; it satisfied their picky taste buds. My family and I had a tasty lunch there. I like the location because it's near a bubble tea place and a Korean corn dog spot. It's also walking distance to many other attractions. We parked at a nearby parking garage. Overall, I'm a fan, we had a great lunch, and will be back again soon.

Who doesn't love chicken wings, right? These wings are next-level -- crispy, perfectly sized, and…read moredownright addictive. And when I say perfectly sized, I mean they're not too big, not too small -- just right. They're double-fried to crispy perfection, hand-brushed with flavor, and typically come in two options: spicy and soy garlic. I always go for half-and-half, but fair warning -- if you're not big on heat (or even if you are), you might want to ask for a 70/30 split because the spicy packs a serious kick! Either way, you can't go wrong. Cheers to great wings!

Reallly wanted to like it but the jot dog didn't taste like a good quality beef dog. And it wasn't…read moreas good as others ive had in other places. Inside of restaurant was partially used for storage. Felt sticky inside. Not inviting to eat in. On positive note, the eggs were cooked perfectly. And I was eye witness to good handwashing!

So great! Loved the selections of corn dogs. Made with rice flour. I went with the mozzarella and…read morepotato and cheese sans dog. Delightfully fun and the staff was very friendly! Can't wait to go again!

I had another great experience in KPOT Korean BBQ where we celebrated my husband's birthday with…read morethe kids and grandparents. The service was great (our server was Bri) and the food was delicious. Bri was very attentive and provided us with excellent service. Meat was fresh and love the ability to choose all the different sauces they have available. The fries, nuggets, section was good for the kids. We will definitely be coming back. Note that if it's your birthday, you can show your ID and get a free meal.

Very neat experience would I go back maybe but probably not…read more The staff is amazing and super hands on. I have a shrimp allergy and they were super cautious which was helpful. The menu is all you can eat. You order on an iPad and they just keep bringing the meats to bbq or to add to your soup for cooking Meats were flavored nicely and so were the soup bases we chose! It was pretty crowded and loud and you definitely get a facial with all the steam. A diner brought in a cat and wasn't asked to leave which I felt was super uncomfortable as I have an allergy and it's not an outside eatery that allows pets The salad bar and condiment bar could have been cleaner and more options for dessert offered. It's pretty pricey They take credit cards and have plenty of parking

This restaurant was great until covid. The quality dropped drastically, and service was…read moreinconsistent. Sometimes they were open, some days they weren't. I used to enjoy the honey garlic and cheeseling flavors. I stopped ordering entirely because they helped themselves to a tip that I did not authorize. When i brought this to the owner's attention, he was defensive and rude. Haven't returned since. Will update in the event that I do a revist.

We got the honey garlic chicken, ddeokbokki, and the bulgogi rice bowl. Everything was delicious…read moreand the service was seamless. Our waiter was very kind to continuously stock us up with enough water. The restaurant is extremely relaxed and good for loud conversations with friends.

One of my favorite Ramen/Asian restaurants around. I just found out that this place is a chain…read morewhich surprises me. They gave me more of a locally owned store. Great servers. Amazing food. This place is definitely great for 90's kids with their selection of music. Everything I eat here is always so good. So flavorful. The mushroom dumplings are HIGHLY recommended. Pro tip: get a side of their chili oil on the side with your food. Service 10/10 Food 9.7/10

Love everything about the place. The decor is creative, the…read moremusic is soulful and the food is heavenly. We started with the wings. The rub on these babies was skillfully selected and pair with the best sauce. I managed to take two pictures before I dove deep into my Spicy Miso Ramen. This ramen understood the assignment and warmed us up splendidly.

Stopped by this location after my college class nearby early evening on a Tuesday. I ordered the…read moreHot Tendie Combo ahead of time, so it was ready to go when I arrived. I was actually surprised by how empty/unbusy it was. This is one of their smaller locations, but that didn't bother me since I was grabbing my food to go. The tendies had a nice crispy breading and the chicken was juicy. I went with the Hot seasoning level and thought the heat was just right, definitely spicy, but still enjoyable and flavorful. I also got a banana pudding for my daughter since she loves it. Overall, I had a good experience and would definitely consider stopping back in the future.

Unfortunately, our experience with Haven Hot Chicken's food truck was extremely disappointing…read more I posted a solicitation on the CT Food Trucks website looking for food trucks for our Jack and Jill event on September 5. In the post, I clearly explained that we were expecting approximately 80-100 guests and that guests would be responsible for purchasing their own food. Amanda from Haven Hot Chicken's food truck reached out to me directly. She provided information about their food truck, confirmed that they were available on September 5, and specifically told me that we would not need to pay a deposit to reserve them. Based on that brief email conversation and a phone call, we considered the food truck booked for our event and planned accordingly. Unfortunately, Haven Hot Chicken never showed up to our event. We had no advance notice that they weren't coming, and we were left scrambling to deal with the situation while hosting our event. When I contacted the company during our event, I was told that Amanda no longer worked for the company, that she had apparently never entered our event into their booking system, and that there was no record of our conversation or the booking. While I understand that employees leave and that mistakes can happen, this was a significant failure in communication and event coordination. We had made plans based on the commitment we received from Haven Hot Chicken, and their failure to properly document the booking left us without the food service we had arranged for our guests. I would strongly recommend getting written confirmation directly from management and verifying that your event is actually on their schedule before relying on Haven Hot Chicken's food truck for an important event. We were extremely frustrated and disappointed by how this was handled, particularly because there was no communication from the company that they would not be attending.

This is my second review and I would give it more stars if i could. Whenever we're in New Haven,…read morethis place is a must for us. Wonderful Japanese food and great selection of sake! Service is always fantastic and attentive. The dining section is small so I highly recommend reservations! The downstairs is the main bar area with a few high tops. The upstairs dining room is cozy and intimate. The restaurant is very minimalist Japanese core.

A meal and dinner to remember. My husband and I realized we hadn't had a proper date night in a…read morelong time (even with 2 weeks together on vacation). After much debating and research, we decided it was finally time to try Hachiroku in New Haven. We already love going to The Loop, let's sit down and eat. Heard lots of positive buzz from fellow Yelpers and foodies, including a previous 2024 New Haven Best Restaurant of the Year at the CRAZIES. All of the accolades and positive reviews are well earned. Cozy and delicious. That's what I'd describe about Hachiroku. The ambiance is cozy regardless if you're sitting at the bar or in the upstairs seating. The food we ordered also had the same vibe. The menu rotates with the seasons and the freshest ingredients which we greatly appreciated and it shows in the tastes. Our seasonal selections that we ordered included Hokkaido scallop and octopus carpaccio with ikura and seaweed and monkfish karaage. The carpaccio had the perfect components to complement each other. The monkfish karaage fully came together between the lemon and the side of pickled radish as well. We also ordered house made fresh tofu and added uni. The staff mentioned "oh it's perfect, it's uni season" which made my day. It was so delicious and my husband who normally doesn't like uni even noticed how fresh it was. We really went wild ordering everything, including the mini Harasu don (teishoku which comes with rice, pickles, and we picked the salad), Black Cod grilled with Yuzu sauce, Yaki Kinoko Mushrooms, and the Kakuni Short Rib (which pairs very well with a side of rice). The most cozy and perfect dish for winter was the seasonal vegetable agedashi. Warm and had a nice variety of vegetables with a vegetable dashi broth that healed the soul. We enjoyed every dish and we noticed already when looking at the menu again there's already so many new items to try. Excellent service and suggestions from the staff (because if we didn't have them, we could've ordered the whole menu in one night). Can't wait to come back and rave about Hachiroku (and its sister stores/restaurants) to everyone!