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Seoul Cook is definitely one of my favorite lunch spots in Kaka'ako! I've been eating here regularly for some time now and they never disappoint. The lunch specials (now served all day) are an absolute bargain, but I don't come here for the reasonable prices. I come here for the food. My usual is the meat jun lunch special. For $12.99 you get two large slabs of tender, egg battered beef, rice, and four banchan (sides). And it's delicious! I also like the bibimbap and the kimchi stew with pork. Their standards are very high and absolutely everything is on point. The rice is perfect, the sides are tasty, and everything is laid out on your table like a visual masterpiece. The decor is simple, with clean walls and laminate furniture - nothing fancy. Not really a dinner date destination. Noise level is low. There are tv screens playing K-Pop videos but the volume is turned way down. Service is quick and cordial. I can't say enough good things about this place. Highly recommend for an informal lunch or quick dinner.
Came in for the tofu soondubu lunch set and it totally hit the spot. The soup was rich, deeply savory, and comforting, with that perfect spicy kick you can adjust to your liking. The tofu was silky soft and fresh, soaking up all the flavor from the broth. The lunch set is a great value--you get soondubu bubbling hot, rice, and banchan that were all solid and well-seasoned. Portions were filling without being heavy, which makes it an ideal lunch option. Service was friendly and efficient, and the food came out fast even during lunch hours. This is definitely one of those places you crave when you want something warm, satisfying, and comforting. I'll absolutely be back for this again.
Quick. Easy. Good. When I'm on the go, I am always looking for a satifying, quick meal to fuel me up. Here in the islands...sometimes there are factors that can hurt this journey....price, parking, personality are the "Three P's" that help me on my quest for meals on the move. Seoul Cook meets all three criteria. The lady that works here is nice. She quickly decifers whether you are taking out or if you are dining in. She is efficient about spending time with customers and prepping your meal and drink. The large cold water is a huge plus for me! In addition, she is pleasant, which is always important. This is a fairly inexpensive restaurant, especially for Kakaako, which is a spot known for a younger and hipper crowd. I had bibimbap that I couldnt finish and it was delicious. It came with a few small dishes of banchan and was served fairly quickly and prepared well. The ingredients seemed fresh enough and had a great taste. I witnessed a customer order the kalbi lunch special and it looked absolutely delicious. Total plate envy... Being located near HMart is a big positive for me...mostly because of parking. I can shop and pick up all my Korean grocery needs, and then pop over to Seoul Cook and satisfy my craving for something quick. A few extra benefits of this restaurant are that they have decent a/c and their own bathroom I will be back here to try more dishes.
Dec 2025. This tiny Korean spot is still turning out great basic korean comfort food! Had the kimchee jigae and bibimbap and both were very good! The sides of kimchee and cumber and bean sprouts were fresh and tasted like mom's cooking! Fellow yelpers, this is a mom and pop spot and their English isn't the best but the food and reasonable prices more than make up.
Pretty good food. Very reasonable prices. Great service. Seoul cook is our go to and I often stop in just to pick up lunch. The tofu soup is really good and they have good combos. My favorite thing to order is the bbq chicken. It's usually not super crowded and easy to stop in without a reservation on a weekday night.
Lunch deals... Something I just wanted to try is their lunch special and available from 11am to 2pm there is quite an impressive list of items they offer ten different dishes to be exact at $11.99 with a few more to choose from at $20.99 the deals is really decent in this part of Kaka'ako. Walking in I walked up to the service counter to place my order and the lady asked if I was dining in to which I said yes and asked to take the table behind this female and just politely says oh you know the tables that's available to which she responds that some folks of two would take the four seating table and when a crowd comes in they don't have seating for them and walk away...hmmm there was just two single ladies dining and was quite surprise to hear her say this. Nevertheless I sat where she wanted me to to which she brought out a few banchan and a carafe of water which was very nice, I ordered Yukkyejang which is a spicy beef soup and it came out nice and hot. Flavor was nice and mellow not really spicy with decent amount of items in the soup the banchan was okay I just didn't want to offend as it wasn't my favorite items but as I was about to leave a couple came in and sat at a large table to which she said nothing gave me a bad taste. It feels like she treats each type differently and that's not a great greeting I received in comparison to others but then again the vibe wasn't as welcoming to start so I'm not surprised at all. Thanks...
I had lunch here and really enjoyed the meat jeon, which my friend told me was popular in Honolulu Korean food and new to me. I loved it! Perfectly cooked. I also had the mandu, which were huge and definitely shareable. All of the portions were quite large, actually. I also ordered dolsot bibimbap, but I think that the person taking our order forgot to put in the order because I didn't receive it; however, I was so full from the meat jeon and mandu that I ended up not asking for it. It ended up working out fine and I wasn't upset that the order was missed. My friend ordered the standard bibimbap (not dolsot/hot bowl), and it looked delicious. Good portion of beef to veggies and rice. The service was friendly and the food was great, I would stop here regularly for Korean food if I was local!
My boyfriend and I stopped by this spot yesterday, thinking it would be one of those casual places where you order at the counter and seat yourself. Instead, the moment we walked in, we were warmly greeted by the sweetest lady who invited us to sit and made us feel instantly welcomed. Even though it was semi busy, she still took the time to walk us through the menu, ask a little bit about us, and even check if we were visiting or local. Once we mentioned we live here in Hawaiʻi, she explained the different spice levels of the soondubu and helped us choose exactly what we would enjoy. Her kindness truly set the tone for the whole experience. We went around 11 AM, just before their lunch special, but the pricing--especially considering the generous portions, fresh banchan, and really good rice (coming from someone who's super picky about rice!)--is honestly such a deal. The food was comforting, flavorful, and tasted like something made with care. But the real standout was the service. She found the perfect balance: attentive without ever making us feel rushed. She checked in just enough to make sure we were enjoying our meal, gave us space to talk story, and made us feel genuinely cared for. It honestly felt like being welcomed into a friend's home for a homemade meal--something that, being born and raised in Hawaiʻi, I truly appreciated. While we were eating, we watched her give the same warm, thoughtful service to everyone who came in. When it was time to pay, she shared a bit about their recent opening, their hopes for the neighborhood, and other menu options we should try next time. Her sincerity and hospitality were the cherry on top of an already amazing experience. This place is so underrated and absolutely worth checking out. I truly hope more people discover them because they deserve all the support. We'll definitely be back soon -- not just for the delicious food, but for the feeling of home they created for us
New favorite go-to for Korean food! Came here on a random Thursday for lunch with a friend and I was craving Korean food. Best decision ever! It's only been a day or two and I'm already begging my husband to bring me back! The inside is clean and simple. You have a great view outside on Kaka'ako, it's not a beach or mountain view, but it's in a great neighborhood! I also really love the convenience of the location because right after dinner we went to H-Mart for some dessert (I was craving Melona). Service is quick a easy. The aunty who runs the front lets you sit wherever and even accommodates dogs! Which makes sense since this is a very pet-friendly complex. There's also more seating in the back so feel free to bring a group here. And of course, the food is bomb! I don't know what authentic Korean food is so I can't speak from that perspective, but is the food good? No....IT'S GREAT! We ordered the basic kimchi pancake, spicy pork, tteokbokki, and meatjun. All of it went so well together and aunty even helped us remember which sauce goes with which dish. At the end of the meal, I went up to go pay and aunty was so sweet and genuine. She really wanted to know how we felt about her food and she was so excited that we loved it all. Dear friends, please don't be surprised if I start suggesting this place for dinner...all the time.
We came here on a Sunday night and the place was pretty packed! There was no wait but tables were full and most people did a takeout. We got their kalbi and meat jun and it was pretty good! Their kalbi is very tasty and soft, but their meat jun might need a little more flavors. The texture was good though! They also gave us pretty decent amount
Was craving meat jun and kalbi so we stopped by Seoul Cook. The menu is expansive and I'd definitely like to come back to try the soup. They have chicken + meat jun on the menu, and she was able to sub the chicken for kalbi (came out to be ~$26, and I def got my moneys worth). I saw a few other pictures with mac salad, and wish I had knew to ask for some. Overall the food was good, but I wouldn't say it's been my fave lunch plate.
Great lunch specials here. Service with a smile. You may need to wait a bit as there was only one person taking orders, providing water and your meal. But she was very nice! The restaurant is clean and welcoming. Ample tables are available to dine in. Korean shows play on the television. Air conditioning is good. There is a bathroom inside the establishment. We found street parking today. The lunch specials are very reasonable and serving size is ample. Ban Chan is flavorful and delicious, especially the cucumber kim chee! We had an extra serving of this! They also do take out orders and catering. read more
3 months ago
Food was okay, nothing spectacular. It'll do if you crave Korean food and are in the area. Service was alright. The server (owner?) seemed kind of curt. Not outright rude or anything, maybe she was having a bad day or that's just her demeanor. The restaurant has a somewhat odd layout but it was bright and played k-music videos on the tv on the wall. read more
6 months ago
Seoul Cook is definitely one of my favorite lunch spots in Kaka'ako! I've been eating here regularly for some time now and they never disappoint. The lunch specials (now served all day) are an absolute bargain, but I don't come here for the reasonable prices. I come here for the food. My usual is the meat jun lunch special. For $12.99 you get two large slabs of tender, egg battered beef, rice, and four banchan (sides). And it's delicious! I also like the bibimbap and the kimchi stew with pork. Their standards are very high and absolutely everything is on point. The rice is perfect, the sides are tasty, and everything is laid out on your table like a visual masterpiece. The decor is simple, with clean walls and laminate furniture - nothing fancy. Not really a dinner date destination. Noise level is low. There are tv screens playing K-Pop videos but the volume is turned way down. Service is quick and cordial. I can't say enough good things about this place. Highly recommend for an informal lunch or quick dinner. read more
9 months ago
Came in for the tofu soondubu lunch set and it totally hit the spot. The soup was rich, deeply savory, and comforting, with that perfect spicy kick you can adjust to your liking. The tofu was silky soft and fresh, soaking up all the flavor from the broth. The lunch set is a great value--you get soondubu bubbling hot, rice, and banchan that were all solid and well-seasoned. Portions were filling without being heavy, which makes it an ideal lunch option. Service was friendly and efficient, and the food came out fast even during lunch hours. This is definitely one of those places you crave when you want something warm, satisfying, and comforting. I'll absolutely be back for this again. read more
Quick. Easy. Good. When I'm on the go, I am always looking for a satifying, quick meal to fuel me up. Here in the islands...sometimes there are factors that can hurt this journey....price, parking, personality are the "Three P's" that help me on my quest for meals on the move. Seoul Cook meets all three criteria. The lady that works here is nice. She quickly decifers whether you are taking out or if you are dining in. She is efficient about spending time with customers and prepping your meal and drink. The large cold water is a huge plus for me! In addition, she is pleasant, which is always important. This is a fairly inexpensive restaurant, especially for Kakaako, which is a spot known for a younger and hipper crowd. I had bibimbap that I couldnt finish and it was delicious. It came with a few small dishes of banchan and was served fairly quickly and prepared well. The ingredients seemed fresh enough and had a great taste. I witnessed a customer order the kalbi lunch special and it looked absolutely delicious. Total plate envy... Being located near HMart is a big positive for me...mostly because of parking. I can shop and pick up all my Korean grocery needs, and then pop over to Seoul Cook and satisfy my craving for something quick. A few extra benefits of this restaurant are that they have decent a/c and their own bathroom I will be back here to try more dishes. read more
9 days ago
Dec 2025. This tiny Korean spot is still turning out great basic korean comfort food! Had the kimchee jigae and bibimbap and both were very good! The sides of kimchee and cumber and bean sprouts were fresh and tasted like mom's cooking! Fellow yelpers, this is a mom and pop spot and their English isn't the best but the food and reasonable prices more than make up. read more
Pretty good food. Very reasonable prices. Great service. Seoul cook is our go to and I often stop in just to pick up lunch. The tofu soup is really good and they have good combos. My favorite thing to order is the bbq chicken. It's usually not super crowded and easy to stop in without a reservation on a weekday night. read more
Lunch deals... Something I just wanted to try is their lunch special and available from 11am to 2pm there is quite an impressive list of items they offer ten different dishes to be exact at $11.99 with a few more to choose from at $20.99 the deals is really decent in this part of Kaka'ako. Walking in I walked up to the service counter to place my order and the lady asked if I was dining in to which I said yes and asked to take the table behind this female and just politely says oh you know the tables that's available to which she responds that some folks of two would take the four seating table and when a crowd comes in they don't have seating for them and walk away...hmmm there was just two single ladies dining and was quite surprise to hear her say this. Nevertheless I sat where she wanted me to to which she brought out a few banchan and a carafe of water which was very nice, I ordered Yukkyejang which is a spicy beef soup and it came out nice and hot. Flavor was nice and mellow not really spicy with decent amount of items in the soup the banchan was okay I just didn't want to offend as it wasn't my favorite items but as I was about to leave a couple came in and sat at a large table to which she said nothing gave me a bad taste. It feels like she treats each type differently and that's not a great greeting I received in comparison to others but then again the vibe wasn't as welcoming to start so I'm not surprised at all. Thanks... read more
2 years ago
I had lunch here and really enjoyed the meat jeon, which my friend told me was popular in Honolulu Korean food and new to me. I loved it! Perfectly cooked. I also had the mandu, which were huge and definitely shareable. All of the portions were quite large, actually. I also ordered dolsot bibimbap, but I think that the person taking our order forgot to put in the order because I didn't receive it; however, I was so full from the meat jeon and mandu that I ended up not asking for it. It ended up working out fine and I wasn't upset that the order was missed. My friend ordered the standard bibimbap (not dolsot/hot bowl), and it looked delicious. Good portion of beef to veggies and rice. The service was friendly and the food was great, I would stop here regularly for Korean food if I was local! read more
3 months ago
10 months ago
My boyfriend and I stopped by this spot yesterday, thinking it would be one of those casual places where you order at the counter and seat yourself. Instead, the moment we walked in, we were warmly greeted by the sweetest lady who invited us to sit and made us feel instantly welcomed. Even though it was semi busy, she still took the time to walk us through the menu, ask a little bit about us, and even check if we were visiting or local. Once we mentioned we live here in Hawaiʻi, she explained the different spice levels of the soondubu and helped us choose exactly what we would enjoy. Her kindness truly set the tone for the whole experience. We went around 11 AM, just before their lunch special, but the pricing--especially considering the generous portions, fresh banchan, and really good rice (coming from someone who's super picky about rice!)--is honestly such a deal. The food was comforting, flavorful, and tasted like something made with care. But the real standout was the service. She found the perfect balance: attentive without ever making us feel rushed. She checked in just enough to make sure we were enjoying our meal, gave us space to talk story, and made us feel genuinely cared for. It honestly felt like being welcomed into a friend's home for a homemade meal--something that, being born and raised in Hawaiʻi, I truly appreciated. While we were eating, we watched her give the same warm, thoughtful service to everyone who came in. When it was time to pay, she shared a bit about their recent opening, their hopes for the neighborhood, and other menu options we should try next time. Her sincerity and hospitality were the cherry on top of an already amazing experience. This place is so underrated and absolutely worth checking out. I truly hope more people discover them because they deserve all the support. We'll definitely be back soon -- not just for the delicious food, but for the feeling of home they created for us read more
2 years ago
New favorite go-to for Korean food! Came here on a random Thursday for lunch with a friend and I was craving Korean food. Best decision ever! It's only been a day or two and I'm already begging my husband to bring me back! The inside is clean and simple. You have a great view outside on Kaka'ako, it's not a beach or mountain view, but it's in a great neighborhood! I also really love the convenience of the location because right after dinner we went to H-Mart for some dessert (I was craving Melona). Service is quick a easy. The aunty who runs the front lets you sit wherever and even accommodates dogs! Which makes sense since this is a very pet-friendly complex. There's also more seating in the back so feel free to bring a group here. And of course, the food is bomb! I don't know what authentic Korean food is so I can't speak from that perspective, but is the food good? No....IT'S GREAT! We ordered the basic kimchi pancake, spicy pork, tteokbokki, and meatjun. All of it went so well together and aunty even helped us remember which sauce goes with which dish. At the end of the meal, I went up to go pay and aunty was so sweet and genuine. She really wanted to know how we felt about her food and she was so excited that we loved it all. Dear friends, please don't be surprised if I start suggesting this place for dinner...all the time. read more
We came here on a Sunday night and the place was pretty packed! There was no wait but tables were full and most people did a takeout. We got their kalbi and meat jun and it was pretty good! Their kalbi is very tasty and soft, but their meat jun might need a little more flavors. The texture was good though! They also gave us pretty decent amount read more
10 months ago
Delicious, fast and excellent! The lady welcomes you with such energy. Great food selection! read more
5 months ago
2 months ago
Was craving meat jun and kalbi so we stopped by Seoul Cook. The menu is expansive and I'd definitely like to come back to try the soup. They have chicken + meat jun on the menu, and she was able to sub the chicken for kalbi (came out to be ~$26, and I def got my moneys worth). I saw a few other pictures with mac salad, and wish I had knew to ask for some. Overall the food was good, but I wouldn't say it's been my fave lunch plate. read more
So delicious! Lunch Special: soft tofu soup and Yellow Corvina $20.99. The Yellow Corvina is available only in the lunch special. We also had a Bibimbap if desired, you may ask for more banchan (side dishes like Kim chee). They have a TV monitor w KPop video playing softly. I hope to get the table closer to the monitor next time. Luckily, we found street parking since we plan to go to HMart after lunch. Their menu is quite extensive as they even offer Chicken w Ginseng soup! Street parking or 1-hour parking validation from Seoul Cook for the at H Mart garage located at 440 Keawe Street. What a score! Friendly and fast service!!! I'll be back! read more
1 year ago
I am giving Seoul Cook 5/5 stars, not because it is the best Korean food I have ever eaten, but because it is everything you could want when ur craving Korean soups. First of all let me say, the lunch special is amazing! I got there 5 min before 2 pm so it was still available. I got 4 banchans, Soondubu, and a bowl of rice for $11.99!! This is a deal. Food came out quick and soup was boiling in its stone pot when it got to me and it was a good Soondubu. The reason I am giving this restaurant 5 stars and not 4, is because of the service. Aunty was the only server for the whole restaurant but she was on top of things. When I came in she grabbed me by the arm, literally, and led me to my table. She was fast with the banchans and the water and the soup followed soon after. She was great! read more
8 months ago
2 years ago
I got takeout this time (I've dined in in the past) and the service was quick and kind and the inside is clean. This was my first time ordering the japchae and I unfortunately was disappointed. The portions were good (but should have been hefty considering the Japchae was $19) but there were barely any vegetables in the noodles. The beef itself in it was seasoned well (a bit chewy) but there were only a few carrot and onion pieces! I definitely expected more vegetables. The flavoring of the japchae was milder than what I've heard before, which I don't prefer but depends on personal choice. The banchan were ok--the kimchi was sadly bland. Overall a bit disappointed by my visit this time when I've had good experiences in the past. I'll stick to ordering the soondubu next time. read more
6 months ago
Just tried Seoul Cook for lunch Food was ono, service was great, price was reasonable. If you hungry for Korean food, this is the place read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
First time here and we WILL be back! Taylor was craving yuk gae jang and the place upstairs of H Mart was closed, so I remembered this place was right outside! Unfortunately lunch ended at 2pm but the dinner prices weren't that bad. The banchan was delicious (green onion kim chee, pajun, bean sprouts, and wakame) and the gochujang was sweet and flavorful. His dish came out quick and piping hot. I got bi bim kook soo. It was nicely mixed for me with a nice slow heat which went well with the cool noodles. read more
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Thank you! Nice lovely representatives, great tasting meals, sides, fixins and affordable prices! read more
Husband: Since you've been binge-watching Asian television dramas or movies and home cooking during our water damage remediation and renovation, do you want to step out for lunch? But, hey, understand that I'm not complaining about your home cooking, but I thought about giving you a break. Me: 먹자! Moegja! Oops, I guess my answer came out in Korean because, at the time, I was streaming several Korean historicals or period piece dramas, otherwise known as "sageuk," along with a realistic, no fantasy, please, Chinese historical drama since I enjoy learning about different cultures and histories. We roamed further into our Kaka'ako neighborhood when we came upon Seoul Cook restaurant in the space formerly occupied by Chodang. Our eyes and appetites were drawn into this newly opened (November 2023) restaurant by the colorful menu board and the overcast, breezy day. We wanted steaming hot meals or spicy food to warm our bodies, so we deemed Korean cuisine to satisfy our taste buds and appetites. Upon entry, the female worker behind the counter greeted us and asked if we were ordering takeout or dining in. We chose dine-in, and she told us to sit anywhere within the clean and bright dining room with views and sounds of a female K-Pop group playing on a monitor. The worker brought us menus, a carafe of iced water with insulated metal cups, and eating utensils. Since we had perused the menu outside, we made our lunch order quickly. After placing our order, she brought us assorted housemade banchan, which we snacked on while waiting for our meals. FOOD: - My husband ordered the Combination soondubu-jjigae (soft tofu soup/stew), which was served bubbling hot in a ttukbaegi 뚝배기 (Korean earthenware cook/serve vessel). The server mentioned the kitchen cracked an egg into the sizzling soup and recommended stirring the soup to further cook the egg before eating. I reminded my husband to wait before scooping the hot soup into his mouth since tofu tends to retain heat from the cooking liquid while absorbing flavor. But did he listen to me? Nope! He shoveled a spoonful into his mouth and quickly guzzled iced water to cool down while claiming how hungry and cold he was. The soondubu-jjigae was full of chopped meat (beef and pork?) and seafood (fish, shrimp, and Manila clams). He ate the soondubu-jjigae with a spoonful of rice instead of dumping the rice into the soup bowl. The soondubu-jjigae was fiery hot from its boiling temperature and chili spice, which the steamed rice seemed to dampen. - I ordered the seolleongtang/sollongtang or oxbone soup. The steaming hot, rich, milky white bone broth had several slices of beef brisket, chunks of beef tendon, and chopped scallions. As per tradition, this soup is unseasoned, and the server brought salt and pepper shakers for me to season to my taste. I asked for raw garlic slices, which I stirred into the soup to further enhance the flavors before dumping in my bowl of rice. The rice absorbed some of the rich broth, and my stomach felt satiated by the rice-thickened soup. The kitchen could have cooked the beef tendon longer because I thought the pieces were chewy and tough. My husband said I looked like I was chewing gum. Still, I enjoyed the warmth and flavors (after seasoning) of this soup. We are happy to see this Korean restaurant in the Kaka'ako neighborhood and will look forward to returning for their japchae/chapchae (stir-fried glass noodles), haemul-pajeon (seafood green onion pancake), kalbi/galbi (grilled short ribs) and bulgogi (grilled thin sliced beef). read more
6 months ago
3 years ago
Located 100 feet Makai of H-Mart, the new owner took over this old Korean restaurant in Nov. 2022 and charged up the menu. We try it last night and we like it a lot better than the other restaurant. It is a small restaurant with just a few tables, it is very convenient for us since we live in the area. The girl who works there is very polite and friendly. My wife love the beef intestine stew which is not easy to find, not all Korean restaurants offer that and it is usually cost almost double of the regular stew. The hot pot rice I ordered was just the right touch and yummy. We need to continue to support the small local business, recommended! Go check it out. read more
7 months ago
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