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I wanted to try this place since the menu looked interesting with a korean/asian flair on american classics and unique dish names. We ordered the that fries, pork belly steak ssam, and roast kimchi chop cheese (sliders). I liked the sliders the most but the fries were soft rather than typical American crispy fries. We thought that the total cost of our meal was quite high. The restaurant has a cool vibe due to the dim lighting and bar, with waiters that matched the atmosphere. However, the volume of the music made it difficult for my group to chat, we were sweating the entire meal (stuffy inside) and thought that it was a little too dark to see what we were eating.
Without a business sign, you might walk past this place and not even notice it... but trust me, would don't want to miss it! Absolutely loved their creative menu of Korean fusion snacks, and a great selection of cocktails and drinks too. They have patio seating which is perfect for people-watching on Bloor.
One viral ig post that my bf saved that actual lives up to the expectations. We were in the area and my bf remembered this hole in the wall/speakeasy place was nearby. So funny how the outside is so ghetto looking. But the inside really is a nice retro vibe, cozy; interesting decor and vintage memoribilia. This place works because the food and deinks are just off the chain. All the cocktails we had were so good - definitely comes to show that special and high quality ingredients in a cocktail make a huge diff. Theappetizers we had were mouthwateringly delicious. Very unique dishes, and the tastes were carefully crafted. The cod tempura was special and the sauce is so good. The kalbi empanada was oh so yummy. We didnt eat more because we had to bike after. But this place nails it in all ways . No wonder it has survived the ghetto facade and worked thru word of mouth! This place is a true gem.
I dropped by this place for a snack last weekend as I was still feeling peckish after attending a festival. I ordered the Phat Fries, which was like a Korean style poutine with kimchi and garlic mayo, and the Purple Hearts cocktail. Both items were delicious, and the garlic mayo here is one of the best I've had. The server was super friendly and very efficient with getting us settled in our spot, taking our order and bringing us our food despite the place being almost full. My brother also wanted to do shots, and the server was kind enough to mix me something tasty after I mentioned that I don't like pure hard liquor. This place has an overall fun ambiance. Despite the grungy exterior, the interior decor has a bit of a hipster old diner school feel to it, and is quite nice compared to the outside. A hidden gem!
What a vibe in here!! Came here for pre-dinner drinks and wow was I impressed. It was a weeknight and was pretty empty when I arrived. I came back after dinner and the place was packed! The decor inside gives off retro vibes, and is quite dark. I sat at the bar both times and it was extremely hot, with the heat turned up way too high. I was able to grab a drink for myself (don't remember what I got) but remember that I enjoyed my drink and time here. They're also able to make mocktails if that's up your alley as well. Bar staff are quiet and cool, but such a great experience sitting by the bar watching them make drinks! It's a tiny space but great for hanging out and catching up with friends.
Was looking for a spot to hangout while we wait for our table at Sugo. Judging from the comments here, it seems like many others have stumbled upon this place in the same way! I had a great time here! We were quickly served and didn't have to wait for a table, but decided to sit by the bar and ordered a couple of cocktails. Drinks were great and the bar was well decorated with a casual and comfortable vibe. It definitely made the wait a lot more enjoyable. Looking at other pictures here, I'd want to come back another night to try their food as well.
Behind a storefront that doesn't look like anything signifcant, this vibey restaurant-bar serves up delicious eats and drinks with a Korean-style twist. Tried their signature Eggplant Kangpungi on Rice which was crispy fried eggplant coated in a sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy sauce over purple rice. It was really good! We also had some of their delicious drinks, like their mango and taro teapot soju drinks which were recommended to us by the server. They were quite unique offerings, the taro one tasted like a taro milk tea but with alcohol. Would definitely like to come back to try some of their other menu items!
We stumbled across this restaurant while looking for a place to grab some drinks before our dinner reservation. We were pleasantly surprised by seoulshakers. We grabbed some quick drinks which were incredible. We will definitely be going back for food another time
A hidden cozy bar that you definitely wouldn't expect on Bloor. There's barely any sign so you would easily pass by without know the gem inside. But once you open the door to the dimly lit windows, it opens up to a cozy vibe where you can catch up with friends or have a casual date. Cocktails are pretty standard price for Toronto but have an asian flair to them. Food is nicely portioned to share as well. This has been a solid surprise spot to bring friends to
Seoul Shakers is becoming one of my favourite places to hangout and eat. Chill vibes. Unique spin on Korean food. They just updated their cocktail menu with some great additions. The staff are chill too. The Eggplant Kanpungi was really good. The spicy sweet soy glaze on top of the tender fried eggplant was fantastic. It was almost like eating Unagi. Really enjoyed this dish. The Tempura Salt Cod was bomb. Honestly could eat them all day. Nice and crispy on the outside and soft in the inside. Paired with the tartare sauce. Bomb dot com. The Kalbi Empanadas, as the name mentions, is an empanada but filled with grounded Kalbi. Really great flavour. The empanada is really crispy. Got that nice crunch to it. Get into the Ube X. The Ube X is one of their newest additions. It's sweet, tart, and creamy. An exquisite taste.
We may have found a gem (unintentionally...) We were planning to go to Sugo but the wait was for 2 hours so we decided to get a snack here Honesty didn't have any expectations going in but I trust Yelp... Pictured : Phat Fries and Eggplant Kapungi On Rice In all honesty, I haven't had something so good in such a long time LOL. I was very surprised...the gochujang tomato sauce on the fries were and the glaze on the eggplant was This isn't in the nicest part of the city but it's definitely worth going... I HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend P.S didn't end up going to Sugo
You might pass by Seoul Shakers, even if you have your eyes peeled. This restaurant took over the space where Holy Oak bar used to be, and there are still remnants of its past. Seoul Shakers is a dark, kitschy dive bar from the owner of Hanmoto and Pinky's Ca Phe - Leemo Han. Its menu of sharing plates shakes up iconic Korean dishes and flavour profiles. You'll love the unique cocktail menu. I ordered the Fino Berry ($13), which contained cucumber bitters and pomegranate along with Tio Pepe, Dillon's 22 gin and tart finish from lemon. While the food isn't exactly the healthiest, it makes for an indulgent treat after a long week. I shared several dishes with my guest, but two were standouts: the kimchi pear wedge salad ($10) and the phat fries ($8). I've never seen a salad with so many unique flavours and textures! Picture a wedge salad, but with kimchi, stilton, Korean pear and crispy rice. It all worked well together. The phat fries were definitely fat, and were topped with kimchi and mayo. Overall, Seoul Shakers is a hip, casual spot to grab some drinks and a few bites. I'd go back for the great service, too.
I don't even want to say too much because we don't want to let the secret out. If you're going out on a date, first, second, last, this is perfect spot. The perfect ambiance, service was great. I felt like I was in an artistic independent movie where they bring out a hidden menu and everything was delicious from start to finish. Eat the whole menu, you won't regret it.
Has a great time with friends here. It's cozy inside but seating can be a bit tight with a group. We ordered some drinks and dishes to share. The Sweet Lady cocktail was really good. All the food was tasty and easy to share. The favourite was the pork belly ssam. Great place to grab some food and drinks! read more
10 months ago
I wanted to try this place since the menu looked interesting with a korean/asian flair on american classics and unique dish names. We ordered the that fries, pork belly steak ssam, and roast kimchi chop cheese (sliders). I liked the sliders the most but the fries were soft rather than typical American crispy fries. We thought that the total cost of our meal was quite high. The restaurant has a cool vibe due to the dim lighting and bar, with waiters that matched the atmosphere. However, the volume of the music made it difficult for my group to chat, we were sweating the entire meal (stuffy inside) and thought that it was a little too dark to see what we were eating. read more
Without a business sign, you might walk past this place and not even notice it... but trust me, would don't want to miss it! Absolutely loved their creative menu of Korean fusion snacks, and a great selection of cocktails and drinks too. They have patio seating which is perfect for people-watching on Bloor. read more
One viral ig post that my bf saved that actual lives up to the expectations. We were in the area and my bf remembered this hole in the wall/speakeasy place was nearby. So funny how the outside is so ghetto looking. But the inside really is a nice retro vibe, cozy; interesting decor and vintage memoribilia. This place works because the food and deinks are just off the chain. All the cocktails we had were so good - definitely comes to show that special and high quality ingredients in a cocktail make a huge diff. Theappetizers we had were mouthwateringly delicious. Very unique dishes, and the tastes were carefully crafted. The cod tempura was special and the sauce is so good. The kalbi empanada was oh so yummy. We didnt eat more because we had to bike after. But this place nails it in all ways . No wonder it has survived the ghetto facade and worked thru word of mouth! This place is a true gem. read more
I dropped by this place for a snack last weekend as I was still feeling peckish after attending a festival. I ordered the Phat Fries, which was like a Korean style poutine with kimchi and garlic mayo, and the Purple Hearts cocktail. Both items were delicious, and the garlic mayo here is one of the best I've had. The server was super friendly and very efficient with getting us settled in our spot, taking our order and bringing us our food despite the place being almost full. My brother also wanted to do shots, and the server was kind enough to mix me something tasty after I mentioned that I don't like pure hard liquor. This place has an overall fun ambiance. Despite the grungy exterior, the interior decor has a bit of a hipster old diner school feel to it, and is quite nice compared to the outside. A hidden gem! read more
What a vibe in here!! Came here for pre-dinner drinks and wow was I impressed. It was a weeknight and was pretty empty when I arrived. I came back after dinner and the place was packed! The decor inside gives off retro vibes, and is quite dark. I sat at the bar both times and it was extremely hot, with the heat turned up way too high. I was able to grab a drink for myself (don't remember what I got) but remember that I enjoyed my drink and time here. They're also able to make mocktails if that's up your alley as well. Bar staff are quiet and cool, but such a great experience sitting by the bar watching them make drinks! It's a tiny space but great for hanging out and catching up with friends. read more
4 years ago
Was looking for a spot to hangout while we wait for our table at Sugo. Judging from the comments here, it seems like many others have stumbled upon this place in the same way! I had a great time here! We were quickly served and didn't have to wait for a table, but decided to sit by the bar and ordered a couple of cocktails. Drinks were great and the bar was well decorated with a casual and comfortable vibe. It definitely made the wait a lot more enjoyable. Looking at other pictures here, I'd want to come back another night to try their food as well. read more
4 years ago
Behind a storefront that doesn't look like anything signifcant, this vibey restaurant-bar serves up delicious eats and drinks with a Korean-style twist. Tried their signature Eggplant Kangpungi on Rice which was crispy fried eggplant coated in a sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy sauce over purple rice. It was really good! We also had some of their delicious drinks, like their mango and taro teapot soju drinks which were recommended to us by the server. They were quite unique offerings, the taro one tasted like a taro milk tea but with alcohol. Would definitely like to come back to try some of their other menu items! read more
2 years ago
We stumbled across this restaurant while looking for a place to grab some drinks before our dinner reservation. We were pleasantly surprised by seoulshakers. We grabbed some quick drinks which were incredible. We will definitely be going back for food another time read more
A hidden cozy bar that you definitely wouldn't expect on Bloor. There's barely any sign so you would easily pass by without know the gem inside. But once you open the door to the dimly lit windows, it opens up to a cozy vibe where you can catch up with friends or have a casual date. Cocktails are pretty standard price for Toronto but have an asian flair to them. Food is nicely portioned to share as well. This has been a solid surprise spot to bring friends to read more
4 years ago
Seoul Shakers is becoming one of my favourite places to hangout and eat. Chill vibes. Unique spin on Korean food. They just updated their cocktail menu with some great additions. The staff are chill too. The Eggplant Kanpungi was really good. The spicy sweet soy glaze on top of the tender fried eggplant was fantastic. It was almost like eating Unagi. Really enjoyed this dish. The Tempura Salt Cod was bomb. Honestly could eat them all day. Nice and crispy on the outside and soft in the inside. Paired with the tartare sauce. Bomb dot com. The Kalbi Empanadas, as the name mentions, is an empanada but filled with grounded Kalbi. Really great flavour. The empanada is really crispy. Got that nice crunch to it. Get into the Ube X. The Ube X is one of their newest additions. It's sweet, tart, and creamy. An exquisite taste. read more
4 years ago
We may have found a gem (unintentionally...) We were planning to go to Sugo but the wait was for 2 hours so we decided to get a snack here Honesty didn't have any expectations going in but I trust Yelp... Pictured : Phat Fries and Eggplant Kapungi On Rice In all honesty, I haven't had something so good in such a long time LOL. I was very surprised...the gochujang tomato sauce on the fries were and the glaze on the eggplant was This isn't in the nicest part of the city but it's definitely worth going... I HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend P.S didn't end up going to Sugo read more
You might pass by Seoul Shakers, even if you have your eyes peeled. This restaurant took over the space where Holy Oak bar used to be, and there are still remnants of its past. Seoul Shakers is a dark, kitschy dive bar from the owner of Hanmoto and Pinky's Ca Phe - Leemo Han. Its menu of sharing plates shakes up iconic Korean dishes and flavour profiles. You'll love the unique cocktail menu. I ordered the Fino Berry ($13), which contained cucumber bitters and pomegranate along with Tio Pepe, Dillon's 22 gin and tart finish from lemon. While the food isn't exactly the healthiest, it makes for an indulgent treat after a long week. I shared several dishes with my guest, but two were standouts: the kimchi pear wedge salad ($10) and the phat fries ($8). I've never seen a salad with so many unique flavours and textures! Picture a wedge salad, but with kimchi, stilton, Korean pear and crispy rice. It all worked well together. The phat fries were definitely fat, and were topped with kimchi and mayo. Overall, Seoul Shakers is a hip, casual spot to grab some drinks and a few bites. I'd go back for the great service, too. read more
I don't even want to say too much because we don't want to let the secret out. If you're going out on a date, first, second, last, this is perfect spot. The perfect ambiance, service was great. I felt like I was in an artistic independent movie where they bring out a hidden menu and everything was delicious from start to finish. Eat the whole menu, you won't regret it. read more
Came for a patio day. The patio is located a but further west of the restaurant address on Google maps. It looked like a new COVID set up and they were bring cooked food from the main location. It seats about ~20 We were a party of 3 and had the hwe dup bap, chicken wings, pork belly, and empanadas. Our favs were probably the hwe dup bal and pork belly. Flavourful but light and fun to share. read more
Seoul Shakers is located around Lansdowne station, hidden in plain sight on Bloor street. You will definitely miss it if you don't know what you are looking for. Like all the Leemo Han projects, the entrance and storefront of Seoul Shakers is deceiving - covered in graffiti and worn out. Definitely a surprise when you enter the restaurant and see what's on the inside! My brother and I dropped by Seoul Shakers on a Wed night at around 6pm. We wanted to make sure we arrived at an earlier time as the restaurant does not take reservations. We were seated promptly and given menus. For the drinks I ordered a fino berry and my brother ordered a mak shake. Both drinks were great. For the food, we ordered the following: - Kimchi pear wedge salad - very unique and interesting take on salad! The components worked well together. - Phat fries - similar to other kimchi fries we've had before in other establishments. Only difference is that these fries are pretty big in size. - Kalbi empanada - generous filling and the empanada came with a good sauce. - Roasted kimchi chopped cheese - these were sliders where you had to pull apart the buns and sliders in order to eat one. The bun was incredible soft and the flavours of the slider was spot on (kind of like a big mac!). The slider buns were the real star though as they retained their fluffiness. Overall, hip cool vibe, friendly staff, and great food/drinks. Would not hesitate to come back to try more dishes in the future! read more
What a great experience. Super fun atmosphere with dark red lighting and a great menu with a lot of really interesting options! They have almost a big mac that exploded my brain! MmmmM it was everything you want in a slider type burger. Roast kimchi chopped cheese is a MUST. They are super filling though so strat with one each and see where you're at if you're like me and like to try many items on a menu in a given meal. Our server tried to push us to order more and when we got them I was so glad we didn't go with his advice. Lots of great sharing plates with interesting Asian flavours and perfect size portions to get to try a few things without feeling too full. The Eggplant kangpungi was flavourful and perfectly cooked, the Hwe dup bap sashimi salad was packed with a million ingredients but they all mixed together well. The cocktails were very nice too. Lots of interesting infusions and combinations. Pro Tip: The door is not at all obvious. No sign, it looks like it's covered in chain-link safety fence but as soon as you open the door there is a sign on the wall and you can tell it's a cool little bar/restaurant. read more
4 years ago
5 years ago
Not sure if this is the right yelp account for this review but couldn't find Mac's Pizza or Shakers Club. Move over Lambo's, Flora's Deli. Shaker's hoagies are the new number 1! This is how a hoagie should be. Sorry for the trash review, i'm speechless. Get some! read more
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4 years ago
Great atmosphere, didn't recognize in the the beginning. The inside is dim just perfect for hanging out in the evening. We had white grape soju, kalbi empanada and pork belly steak saam. The pork belly was so good, it tasted like it was sous vide or something. The fat was perfect. The radish that comes with it is very refreshing. Perfect for a date night with good music. The servers were friendly and they kept asking how the food was! read more
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Such a cool place! You might miss it a few times when you're looking for it but that's half the fun. :) The vibe, the bar, the food - just perfection. The decor is a cool, vintage, tiki kind of theme and the lighting is near dark, I guess you could say intimate. The kitchen is open late and there is ALWAYS people there. Seating is cozy and sometimes the tables are too small to hold all the awesome food - not really a bad problem to have. Cocktails are fantastic! The food is superb Korean fusion Must try are the eggplant, kimchi pear salad, the pork belly, and literally everything else on this menu. The empanadas were delish too. Can't wait to go back!!! read more
8 years ago
I've always wanted to pop into a place like Soul Shakers when driving around the Queen or Bloor West areas. You know the place? Looks kinda sketchy, but has that sense of character you just can't resist. Well last night I gave it a try. I walked in to a dark, wood panelled, barstool having, tattooed crowd being, old school music playing place. The menu was Korean infused with a Mexican meats Italian kinda blend. Drinks were high end prices and most looked intriguing. I happened to go for a beer via the tap route-Sapporo at $8. I ordered the eggplant and the empanada dish and was told to add a side of rice as the eggplant is usually saucy. Dishes came out quick and the eggplant was chunky yet lightly crispy and yes with an Asian twist, the chilis have the dish a sweet heat. I liked it. The side of rice was dry and not needed! The empanadas resembled a samosa in a flaky pastry and were completed with a mess of sauce. They were under filled, and oily. Definitely not worth getting again. Overall the place is great to drop in and grab a drink, dingy looking but a menu at a price point that makes you wonder if all those sketchy looking people are really Bay St. types trying to let loose a little. read more
8 years ago
Probably the least fun location of all the wonderful Leemo Han projects. Not as convenient, and far less other great bars compared to the Ossington Strip. I see this as a great place to start or end your night, but I think it's a bit too expensive with a few too many misses to spend a whole night here. That being said, it's worth going for the Eggplant Kanpungi ($12) alone. Yes, it is that good! Love, love, love the gooey caramelized bits and thick cut slices. The SS Trompo taco(s) ($15) was good, but the way they serve it is very unusual. Why serve as one giant taco with extra tortilla shells if all you really have is chopsticks to spread the meat amongst other shells? I've had much tastier tacos in the city, but I'd still order this again along with the eggplant. I'm hoping something was off with the Kimchi Pear Wedge Salad, but it was almost inedible for me. read more
Hands down my fav from these Toronto mans that brought us every "hype" Asian fusion restaurants/bars. I mean, if you're reading this, you probably know of their other popular spots. I have to say, I loved hanmoto and the cold tea v2 food menu, but Seoul Shakers' #1 for me. First off, their interpretation makgeolli was shockingly impressive. My squad ordered everything a pescatarian could eat (plus the burger thing I can't rate, but heard good things). I wasn't disappointed in a single item! read more
7 years ago
Love everything here- food, drink and atmosphere! will def come back again! beef sashimi (yukhwe) and hwe dup bab (sashimi donburi) were amazing.. read more
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8 years ago
truly worth of money and waiting five star for their stunning dishes must order chop cheese read more
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1241 Bloor St W
Toronto, ON M6H 1N6
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Bloordale Village, Brockton Village
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