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Oddseoul

3.8 (351 reviews)
Fri 5:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
Sat 5:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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ODDSEOUL ATMOSPHERE

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Hipster
Casual
Loud
Good for groups

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Samantha C.

The place is tiny but cozy. The food explodes with flavour! My friends and I ordered the chicken wings, jap che and baos. The staff is also very friendly and gave us good tips on what to order.

Hetal M.

Came in on a random Tuesday night as soon as they opened, and we were lucky to be seated at the table of our choice. The service in here was awesome because everyone was so attentive and checked in just to say hi and not interrupt conversations but in a really friendly way. There was three of us were here, and we decided to share almost everything that we ordered and nothing failed our expectations. My favourite was the bao bun and the Philly cheesesteak. It's a really small intimate environment and within an hour it was packed with a few bar seats left! Can't wait to come back and try more of things on the menu.

Wings and poutine
Shivani P.

Odd Seoul is an ossington favourite. We absolutely love this Korean fusion they offer. From incredible jap chae to a Korean inspired poutine, you can't go wrong with anything on their menu. It's a crowded spot and the only thing that I wish was done better is cleanliness. The countertops and floors tend to look a little dirtier than most other restaurants. This place is a must visit spot! Try anything on their menu, you won't be disappointed

Japchae and $30 bottle soju
Lisa T.

Our friends were looking for a patio to enjoy the nice weather on a Saturday and stumbled upon Odd Seoul because all other patios were packed. The patio itself was hidden at the back of the restaurant/bar and was decorated very cute and had backyard vibes. The inside of the bar itself was dim lit and dive bar atmosphere. The service was friendly, and they didn't charge us gratuity for our large group. The food here is mediocre, I only ordered 2 items: Japchae ($15) and bulgogi cheesesteak ($12). The portion for the Japchae was quite small for the price and it was really salty - tasted like they added too much soy sauce maybe. It didn't taste authentic. The bulgogi cheesesteak was good but nothing amazing. The bread reminded me of a Vietnamese "Banh mi", not bad for $12. The cocktail drinks were okay, I would say average pricing for cocktails at bars nowadays ($17 before tax and tip). However, the soju was ridiculously marked up in price at $30/bottle. Would I come back? Probably not, the food is not what I would crave and I feel like there are better bars to check out on Ossington.

March 26, 2023 - OddSeoul Menu
Ann B.

March 26, 2023 - went here for dinner with some friends. The space is small but the atmosphere is nice and service was wonderful. The server always checked in on everyone. We ordered: KFC wings 3/5 Kimchi Fried Rice 2.5/5 Bulgogi Cheesesteak 2.5/5 Pork Belly Bao with a add on for $5 3/5 Jap Chae Salad 3/5 I liked the Kimchi Fried Rice, Pork Belly Bao and Jap Chae Salad. It was kind of a hit and miss for some of the food.

Amy D.

One of my favourite places in Toronto for Korean fusion. Another cute little gem in Ossington. I went a few weeks since lockdown restrictions lifted and was really anticipating a long wait just as I would pre-COVID. My table of 5 came a few minutes after opening and we were able to secure a seat at the high tops easily. The menu seems to have changed since pre pandemic. My favs: Squash poutine 5/5 -- it's so delicious with umami flavours lingering. Crispy and creamy all at the same time Pork belly taco 5/5 -- thick slice of pork belly given-- super flavourful and well seasoned. Pulls apart easily. New drink 5/5: I forget what the name of this is but it has lychee in it! Probably my favourite drink at Oddseoul to date.

Korean fried rice, chicken wings
Reh L.

Ossington is filled with lots of vibey spots and Oddseoul encapsulates that well. They have great service, banging music, and a cozy interior with a beautiful bar. The cocktails were good, but the food was a bit hit and miss. The bulgogi cheesesteak was a favourite, the chicken wings were a bit sweet and super messy to eat, and the fried rice was just okay. I would've been happy to give this place 4 stars but I had to knock one off for the bathrooms, which were in pretty abysmal shape; it looked like something out of a prison. Otherwise this was a cool spot definitely worth checking out.

Korean wings
Jimmy D.

I was here last night I had a blast fantastic food great energy great music. A must try

Vivien K.

We stopped by this place on a Wednesday night while we visited Toronto from Maryland ! Baltimore does not have a good scene at all and after moving from NJ/NY area, my Fiancé and I have been deprived of good food ! A bartender at the Marriott told us about this place and I am SO glad she told us about Ossington strip ! It wasn't packed at all when we got there - also because we went during the COVID scare so that could be why it was a little dead . The bar upon walking in was very Vibey . Reminds my of a bar you can find in Brooklyn . The blonde bartender wasn't very friendly when we came in but then later on there was a brunette bartender that ended up taking care of us and she was very pleasant ! The other girl just seemed like she didn't want to be working -shrugs- . I love that they have a decent selection of cocktails and that they also have SAKE yummy !! We got the Galbi sizzling plate . Super fantastic flavor !!! I normally hate modernized fusion asian food but goodness in Toronto , they definitely know how to do it right . The only thing that lacked a little on this dish was the meat they used . It wasn't really Kalbi and the meat was a bit chewy . For the price , I think it would be smarter to use a better cut of meat ! We also got the kimchi fried rice which was absolutely delicious !!! Fusion styled but freken amazing and probably at the top of my list for kimchi fried rice Overall - such a great place to have a late night dinner at ! You won't find food like this anywhere else !

Spanish Harlem and the Liberace
Michelle T.

Finally hit up this place, I've heard many good things about the food here. Friend and I both ordered drinks to start; Spanish Harlem & the Liberace. For the food we ordered the squash poutine, it was super addicting, super soft squash fries and it was topped with curry gravy. We ordered the tempura prawns, it was super saucy and light. I wish there were more pieces. Lastly we got the loosey, which was a burger with loaf bread instead of burger buns. Overall, good food & drinks and amazing prices. However it could get quite loud from the music.

Kimchee & Pork Belly Fried Rice
Andy N.

This one is for the odd soul's out there who enjoy a good tapas atmosphere with Korean-American fare. If you know me, you'd know that Korean hofs are some of my favorite spots in the world. Here at Odd Seoul, It's a perfect blend of Korean flavors and lively, loud atmosphere that's perfect for dinner or a stop in your evening. Wait was about an hour on a Friday evening and they're able to text you once your table is ready. Since it's a tight space, you may be sharing a long table with another party. The hardest part is when you begin ordering all your food and think, "how in the world am I going to keep everything on this table?" There were so many items to choose from and all of them were bomb. Some of our favorites were: - Squash Poutine - These fries don't need meat to make them delicious. Amazingly flavored and a great starter to the table. - Torched Mackerel - While on the smaller side, the fish was impressive for Instagram lovers and the smoky flavor was excellent. - Kimchee & Pork Belly Fried Rice - The heartiest dish we had and one of the best. It's served in a Chinese takeout container for looks and was a fabulous dish to split with friends. Order a round of drinks and keep the tapas rolling in for a fun evening. Despite having a larger party, we were able to get full off the different items we selected. If you can withstand the wait time and aromatic smells before your food arrives, definitely check this spot out.

Kimchi fried rice
Geraldine G.

Wow. This place opens and fills up really fast. For good reason too. The food is delicious and the drinks are tasty. I would say because this place fills up fast there's people waiting for your seats from the get go. Service is fast and friendly. I had one of their fruity cocktails called the Liberace. Definitely, a cause for a hangover the next day. It is made with jamaican rum, dubonnet, peach bitters, lime and ginger beer. YUM!! It's a tapas bar. Come with people and share the deliciousness. The kimchi and pork belly fried rice is a must. The tempura prawns smothered in this sauce was perfection. Crispy and juicy at the same time. Smoked pork belly mandoo flavourful and tender. Lastly, for the sake of being healthy the spicy scallion and avocado slaw. Fresh with a kick but not so overpowering I couldn't enjoy it. Definitely would go again.

Sandwich and Kimchi Fried rice
Lynn Z.

Oddseoul is oddly mediocre as it is supposed to create the innovative fusion between cuisines. The sandwich tastes like sloppy joes, reminding me the Midwest households, too comfort to be gourmet. Kimchi fried rice is cold makes me feel like the chef is heartless the best part is the Bang Bang gelato across the street, strongly recommend.

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