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    4.2 (354 reviews)
    ModerateJapanese, Korean
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    Updated over 3 months ago

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    radical bowl
    Michael G.

    holy cow. has to be some of the freshest tuna and salmon i've ever had. customer service was fast and friendly. definitely will come back here!!

    In Seattle for work and decided to get sushi. I love mom & pop shops and this place HIT THE SPOT. There was a line which to me is a good thing; they got orders in/out so quick. I probably only waited 3-5 min. I got the Samurai bowl and yall this bowl is girthy af. The salad they have underneath the bowl is delicious, sweet, savory and citrusy dressing that pairs well with the fresh cuts of fish. I wish I walked down to the pier to enjoy it but the phoenix girl in me couldn't handle the cold lol. I will definitely be coming back every time I come to Seattle (which is often lol). Support your local business!!!

    Samurai Bowl
    Nataly N.

    I went all out and tried the Samurai bowl-- and WOW it was so delicious and filling! It was filled with a generous amount of seafood, including several kinds of tuna, salmon, octopus, and white fish, as well as rice, steamed veggies, avocado, and tamago. Everything was fresh and tasty. Such a nice simple delicious meal to have during my quick visit. Service was good and the food came out pretty quickly. It's not the most aesthetic place, so I find it to be more of a takeout spot, but I appreciate that they have plenty of seating to dine in. These bowls don't look huge, but I probably could have made 2 meals out of mine. Since I didn't have access to a fridge for leftovers, I ate it all in one sitting and then crawled my way out of the restaurant.

    Candice L.

    Red Bowls is a solid lunch spot for anyone who works in Downtown. You will most certainly see a long line during lunch hour, but the service is quick here. There are some indoor seatings here, but most people order to-go. I always get the Alaskan Bowl which comes with salmon, imitation crab, steamed vegetables, and rice (it used to include avocado). The portion is huge, and one bowl keeps me full for the day. Aside from poke, they also have warm bowls (bibimbap, udon, cooked fish bowls, etc.).

    Alaskan bowl
    Emily Z.

    Solid lunch spot! The service was incredibly fast, I was in and out of there in what felt like under 1 minute. I got the Alaskan Bowl which cost $16 after tax. The bowl is a generous portion of food, with salmon, crab, avocado, and lots of greens and some rice. Everything is super well seasoned and tasted fresh. Will definitely be coming back!

    Samurai
    Ivan D.

    Be prepared to give your order while waiting in line. Friendly guy who takes your order wants you to get your food quick! I had the Samurai. Hearty portions. Very delicious. Will return for their hot food choices.

    Samurai Bowl
    Jessica S.

    Before going back to California, I asked my boyfriend to grab me a chirashi bowl from here for me. One of our friends recommended this shop in downtown and had to check it out as my boyfriend worked in downtown! It's located where the FedEx and 7-Eleven are located in the Central Building. There's only street parking around which is very difficult to find. They're also only opened during M-F lunch times... so it's relatively hard to find the time to go unless you work in or near downtown or have one of the days off. I got the Samurai Bowl which came with a variety of protein (salmon, tuna, crab, albacore, whitefish, tako, tamago) and vegetables (avocado, daikon, cabbage, broccoli (SUPER WEIRD HONESTLY)). The fishes weren't bad! There wasn't that freshness to them but the cuts were HUGE. The entire bowl itself was too much for me to finish. I didn't really like the whitefish much as it had the most fishy flavor. Ironic thing to say LOL. The only thing that really threw me off was the broccoli in the bowl.... why was there broccoli? And cabbage? I was so confused LOL But aside from that, the entire bowl was delicious! Overall, this shop was a great place to grab lunch from as the prices weren't too bad and the portions were big! Would love to come back to try their other bowls in the future.

    Bulgogi bibimbap bowl
    Cheol K.

    Located in the heart of downtown, just a couple blocks from the courthouse and city hall. This place has some traditional Korean dishes. I opted for a bi bim bap bowl with bulgogi. Called in my order about 10 minutes before I walked to the restaurant. It was there ready for me to pay for and zip right back to the office. This dish was served in a deep bowl with a container of the traditional gochujang used to mix into the dish. They even gave me an over easy egg on top to mix into this bowl of comfort food. I appreciated the healthy serving of bulgogi and vegetable mix. The gochujang sauce was on point from how I'm used to having it. Other places will either water it down or leave a thick paste that doesn't mix well. Overall great authentic bowl that I grew up eating.

    Top Seattle; Bottom Alaskan
    Jinan L.

    Visit this restaurant second time after 4 years, since 2019. Owner of the restaurant is as friendly as before. We ordered Alaskan and Seattle in the noon and dined in. Obviously due to remote work and pandemic, it's less busier than 4 years ago. During our stay, there are 7 or 8 customers coming and taking out. There is no line in the lunch hour but the food quality is as good as before and the size as large as before. Services are super fast and we feel good at this restaurant in the downtown with only 4 tables. We ordered Alaskan Bowl and Seattle. They tasted fresh and good.

    Alaskan Bowl with no rice
    Philip P.

    Surprised this was basically the lone surviving small Asian restaurant that survived the pandemic by my office building and happy that it did because it's still a solid place to get lunch at work. Crazy enough, a line still forms outside! Somethings don't change I guess.... Well sort of. The prices have gone up since the past 3 years, but that's expected. The food is still the same. Although when I ordered my usual Alaskan bowl with no rice, it tasted kind of funny. Not sure why, but maybe it's just this one time. Still a very popular place in downtown Seattle for lunch. Price is reasonable I guess. And food is decent. Love the bibimbap and love the raw fish bowls. Wait time can vary. Expect 10-15 minutes, on average, to be in line and have your order taken.

    Alaskan bowl
    Sophia W.

    They are only open for lunch, but very fast service and good bang for your buck. They do make you order fast to help get through the lunch rush so I got a little flustered/was shocked, but please with what I got. They had some tables to sit at. Small space for prep and such but may try again Uc downtown for lunch and in a hurry

    Samurai Bowl
    Wendy K.

    Finally paid a visit had been on my friend and my list of places to try for awhile she was treating me to lunch for my birthday and we decided to walk from work. We both had the Samurai Bowl. Generous amount of fish. Liked that they use cabbage enjoyed the textural crunch and kept it from having too much rice. Everything was fresh. There is a sesame dressing on the cabbage and broccoli which are under the fish and the rice is on the bottom. Would definitely come back if I'm near maybe try one of the hot bowls in the winter. Service was quick and friendly.

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    Had the Samurai bowl. Great value for money; fresh fish and plenty of it. It's my new favorite poke place.

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    4.5(425 reviews)
    1.3 miSouth Lake Union
    $$

    Finally made it to Paju and it absolutely lived up to the hype. Every dish was creative,…read morebeautifully presented, and packed with flavor. The squid ink fried rice topped with quail egg was rich and unforgettable, the roasted octopus was perfectly tender, and the yellowtail sashimi was incredibly fresh. The ox tail tacos were one of the most unique bites of the night, and the deboned branzino was cooked flawlessly. Amazing atmosphere, incredible attention to detail, and one of the best Korean dining experiences we've had in Seattle. Already looking forward to going back.

    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).

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    4.3(484 reviews)
    9.2 mi
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    This was me and my family's first time trying Daeho after hearing about it and the whole experience…read morewas fantastic! The food and service were amazing. Our server Collin gave us suggestions on what to add in our kalbijjim along with recommendations on appetizers and other dishes to try. He was welcoming and very attentive. Would definitely come again!

    5 Stars. Service…read morePromptness Kalbi Tang Thats it. Well, the Suyuk is a very solid choice also and so it Bibimbaps. The crowds are less heavy now and yelp joining the waitlist is super convenient. Although today's waitlist join said it would take 16-33min to be seated, I got the text that table was ready within 3 minutes. We were still en route and made it within 15 minutes but were removed from the waitlist because we didn't answer the 3 minute call. Nonetheless, we only waited 10min for another table. The dining area that is nearest to reception can get "cold" particularly the corner, we sat there once and your elders will not like it. Today we got seated there again and decided to wait for the other side where the AC wasn't full blast. Its all chill. Friendly, accommodating staff. The food comes fast, like Din Tai Fung. The cost too, is like DTF. Overall, its good, but not worth the higher cost, but the service and cleanliness make it a combined 5 Star. The Kalbi Tang is the star, a must get every single visit.

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    4.3(20 reviews)
    1.1 miCapitol Hill

    Visited here very hungry after bouldering for a couple hours. They keep it nice and warm in here…read morewhich I loved (I noticed a lot of Seattle restaurants don't turn on heating :')). It is set up like a cute korean style bar with small round tables which make sharing easier. They have a pretty good selection on their menu and we ordered a couple of items to share. The Rose Ttoekbokki with cheese was very yummy, but it kinda tasted like pasta with rice cakes instead of spaghetti. I think that is the point of this dish, so if you want a more traditional spicy flavor then get the other ttoekbokki option (spicy rice cakes). We still loved this one and the rice cakes were so chewy and delicious. The cheese corn was very yummy and exactly what you would expect. It pairs perfectly with the other dishes. My friends also shared the Seafood ramen and Beef bulgogi. They liked both dishes. One of our favorite things were the side dishes actually! The tofu was so yummy, and the bean sprouts were so crunchy and well seasoned. We even asked for extra! The only aspect that makes it difficult to come more often is the price point. Since the dishes are so big and shareable, it is easy to split amongst a group, but it is a little less affordable to come here for dinner and drinks.

    A cozy little Korean bar! There aren't that many tables, but I enjoyed this vibe. Service was quite…read morefast on Saturday evening. We ordered: -Fish cake soup: pretty good, the soup had a good depth in flavor and I liked the variety in fish cake. Perfect for a rainy day. -Tteokbokki: was a bit spicy and the rice cake was chewy and cooked well. I've had better sauce though. -kimchi pancake: wasn't our favorite. Was a bit too thick and had too much batter - I like these to be more crispy and thin. Overall, a fun place for a casual Korean bar food.

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    I'm a firm believer that the smaller the menu, the better the outcome. JangAn Sullangtang is a…read moreperfect case study here: hyper-focused on their namesake ox bone broth, with a few limited sides. I went with the brisket option. JangAn puts diners in the driver's seat, meaning that seasoning your soup is up to you and your own preferences. This might sound intimidating, but every table has a guide printed out, and the servers proactively offered to guide me as they brought out my roiling bowl. This method of seasoning complements the beauty of seolleongtang, which seems to deepen as you eat it. Warmth, seasoning, and time gradually coaxes more richness from the bowl, so take your time and enjoy the process. One special shout out for the banchan. You'll get both Kimchi and Kkakdugi (raddish) with your meal, and both can be refilled freely. I think you'll want to, because it was among the best I've ever had. They sell it to-go as well, and you can bet I took advantage. Overall 5/5

    Came here for dinner around 7:30pm and didn't have to wait long, which was nice. We ordered the…read moreBrisket Sullungtang with wheat flour noodles and the food came out pretty quickly. Everything was really delicious! The soup was rich and comforting. The side dishes were also great and paired really well with the meal. Overall, both the staff and food were all authentic. It's a great spot for Korean comfort food and I'd definitely come back again!

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    4.3(341 reviews)
    5.3 miBallard
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    Solid place to grab Korean food in Ballard, despite it being one of the only Korean restaurants in…read morethis area (that I'm aware of). Have been in a few times and have had a solid experience each time. Fairly small place and not THAT many tables. You order at the counter and then sit down. It's self serve for water, silverware, and complimentary barley tea, which is nice. Both times the customer service when ordering was fine but not super friendly. I was the one saying "hello" first and saying "how are you?" before the cashier said anything. Kind of awkward/standoffish but not a dealbreaker when the food is good. Most recently I had the kimchi jigae, which was relatively spicy, even when I asked for less spicy (and they said they could accommodate). I'd say it was like 2-3 stars. Flavor was great though and it was a decent portion (for $17) and satisfying. Also, a pretty wide range of menu options, despite it being a small place. There were 4 complimentary banchan dishes (napa kimchi, cucumber kimchi, seasoned bean sprouts, and fish cakes). Note that I don't think there are free refills like other places... maybe you can ask but I didn't see anyone doing so. For 1-2 people, it's a relatively generous amount. Also, only certain dishes come with the banchan, so be sure to read the menu carefully if you are wanting the banchan.

    This spot is a hidden gem in Ballard. It's not the best Korean food I've had but definitely has all…read morethe comfort food you need for a cold day if you don't want to drive far out to fed way or Lynnwood. Seafood pancake was crispy and paired well with the dipping sauce. Banchan was on point but galbi was a bit on the sweeter side + had a bit too much fat and soondubu tasted more like kimchi jiggae. Overall tho, fair prices & good selection of Korean comfort food!

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    4.0(385 reviews)
    9.2 mi
    $$

    Hae-Nam Kalbi recently had a grand opening, which has been since April 2026. I heard there are new…read moreowners and wanted to check it out. I have dined here before so the interiors isn't too different just small changes. Let's jump to the food- I ordered the galbitang and it came with 10 different banchan. Which is a nice surprise since some restaurants aren't as generous in the banchan. The galbitang was so flavorful for a "clear" soup and the meat was tender. It also included a good portion of meat. I've tried galbitang at other places, but there was an umami that many didn't have. All the banchan were flavorful too, I thought the kimchi had a good balance as sometimes it can be a bit on the saltier side. Service was great too, the sever was friendly and checked often. When I went, it was just me then a couple arrived. There was a delay with their order so she provided some mandu on the house while their order was being prepared. Once they received their order, I heard the couple tell the sever that everything was very good multiple times- their food did look good! I recommend checking this place out especially with the new ownership. Menu looks similar from previous owners, but will for sure go back and try something else!

    This place got new owners and it's so much better now!!!! I've been back a 3rd or 4th time now with…read moremy family and it's wonderful. It's run by a nice family and the food is great. The service is wonderful, the auntie remembers my family and remembers I order the mushroom tofu soup extra spicy. My parents got spicy beef soup and squid bibimbap.

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