I was waiting to check into my hotel nearby and wanted to grab some lunch, and this looked promising! I went with the kimchi crunch bowl and it was tasty and a filling lunch for a reasonable price. The chicken was nicely seasoned and the purple rice and glass noodles were a nice base. The vegetables were fresh and everything went well together. I opted to dine in and they were doing a brisk takeout business on a weekday at lunchtime, but the line never got too long. The dining area is comfortable and reasonably large. Heads up that the bathrooms are locked and you'll need a code. I'd recommend asking for that when you pay for your food to avoid having to get back in line to get the code, hoping that they remember you are a customer and did buy food. read more

SeoulSpice - Kimchi Crunch Bowl - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I've been meaning to visit SeoulSpice for years and I finally got around to it. I tried the Kimchi Crunch bowl and it was delicious. I really liked the variety of toppings, the mix of textures, and flavors of everything, and combo of rice and noodles. My only adjustment would be to add some spice, which I did at home. I picked up an takeout order and it was easy -- ready on time and available on the counter. I will definitely be back. read more

SeoulSpice - Kimchi Crunch bowl - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I make sure to stop here anytime I'm in NoMa, it's sooo good. They're open late which is perfect after a workday and you want to grab a quick bite with friends/colleagues without having to worry about processed foods or anything else that can make you feel like crap after. Wouldnt even know it was GF!! This place is so comforting and the team there is always so nice and patient. They're happy to help you with any suggestions based on what you like. The space is always clean and overall vibes / ambiance are chill. This place is just read more

SeoulSpice - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Quick and friendly service with reasonable prices for the amount of food you get. The bulgogi beef, sauces, kimchi, kale slaw and veggies all worked well together. The menu labeled it as spicy with one flame but I found it pretty mild. The restaurant was very quiet for dinner but the neighborhood is vey active and there are many outdoor seating options. read more

SeoulSpice - Seoul Train bowl - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I always get the spice bomb with purple rice, no kale and I add carrots. I like to try different things, but here, this is so delicious, I can't imagine getting anything else. So, the food is fantastic, but I can't say I've ever tried anything else. The servers are kinda fun. I'm not sure why, but I like to joke and talk with them a little. I almost never do that at a fast food restaurant, but here somehow they seem like fun people. The interior is clean, bright and works well. I'll keep coming back! read more

Horrific! I ordered on DoorDash and not only was my order incorrect thanks to useless DoorDash, but there was a live fruit fly in the food!! Ya'll!! Disgusting and a health code violation right there! Do NOT order from here. read more

I was visiting DC and my friend recommended this spot. She described it as a Korean chipotle- as in you get to build your own bowl or select a recommended bowl. I opted for their Korean crunch bowl- it has a half noodle and half purple rice base with chicken and a variety of options. I added a jammy egg for razzle dazzle and it was so damn good! The bowl was a good size and I had leftovers. Shoutout tot the staff member that suggested I try the grape SacSac - game changer! Another DC spot I hope to see in NYC in the future! read more

Been great food since I tried last month. And employees were very friendly and attentive.

These are large bowls full of Rice and vegetables with very little meat. If you need protein, go somewhere else. I am disappointed with the disproportionate amount of carbs, protein and vegetables. The chicken bowl is slightly better than the beef but not by much. The employees were polite and the location has good seating and seems clean. The only issue I had was with the portions. read more

SeoulSpice - Bulgogi Beef - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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It's probably a good thing I discovered SeoulSpice on my last day in DC; otherwise I may never have eaten at another restaurant! Ordering was super easy - pick your rice, protein, toppings, sauces. The price was appropriate or less than expected for the amount and quality food. The space had lots of seating and some IG-worthy decor. read more

SeoulSpice - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Was in the mood for some Korean so decides to try this resturant out. Most definately does not compare to tradition Korean resturant when items are separate. Overall the build your bowl was good with lots of items to choose from, and staff was friendly. A bit on the pricey side but you do get a good portion of food. read more

SeoulSpice - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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PLEASE BE CAREFUL WHEN CHOOSING THIS LOCATION!! Yesterday I decided to visit Soulspice to try some new food in Washington DC the Noma location. When a friend and I arrived we had a hard time choosing off of the menu. I expected to be serviced and helped but unfortunately didn't get any. There were 2 younger women and one older woman working and they all seem to have attitudes and didn't enjoy their jobs. I didn't want to annoy them any further so I just quickly ordered along with my friend. The order was rushed I feel like and the food was all placed in the middle and not around the bowl like the pictures presented. My friend was making her sauce selection and had to get it on the side instead of inside the bowl because employee sealed the bowl before confirming if that was all. I'm not sure what we did to make them upset but I guarantee you that WE gave them respect. Lastly the biggest problem of them all I was charged $26.29 for the 2 bowls I received which is correct. The problem is that at 1:56 AM the amount charged was updated to $31.55 stating they I had given the merchant a $5.26 TIP!! Which is outrageous because why was it changed during the transaction pending after such careless service!! PLEASE BE CAREFUL WHEN CHOOSING THIS LOCATION!! read more

SeoulSpice - Proof that I was charged a tip after a pending transaction that I DID NOT approve of at 1:56 AM - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I recently visited SeoulSpice, and it was such a delightful experience! The food was packed with flavor, especially the spicy kimchi fries, and the atmosphere had such a cozy vibe that made it perfect for a casual meal out. Follow my IG account for Curated Google Maps list for brunch, happy hours, rooftops, parks, wineries & more in the DMV area: @yourdmvbestie read more

Solid Korean rice bowl option in town. Extra meat was also very reasonable in terms of price. Pleased with the meal. read more

SeoulSpice - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

SeoulSpice is a great place to quickly snag a delicious bowl for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. I stopped by here during my most recent visit to DC and I loved many of the pre-made bowl options. As someone who enjoys "making my own bowl", that was the first green flag that stood out about this place. Although there was a long line during my lunchtime visit, it moved quickly. This was my second green flag, great service. I ended up ordering a pre-made bowl and not only did it taste great but I also had enough food to make two meals out of it! I'm not local to that area of DC but if I worked or lived near there, I would order from them at least once a week. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit and will be recommending it to all my DC friends going forward. read more

Ordered from uber eats and so glad I did. A healthier option loaded with flavor. Warning..... spicy is actually spicy.... no fake out here lol read more

This was our group's first trip to SeoulSpice! The Classic bowl and the Seoul Train bowl were both delicious! The gluten free cookies chocolate chip cookies were a great way to end the meal. read more

A good lunch alternative in the Noma area. They run the line pretty well. It gets really crowded, but they keep it going. The food is good. Enough options to rotate for visits. It gets really loud in here, so if it is your first time it will be hard to understand the staff behind the glass. The menu board is pretty explanative, so it works. read more

I love to swing by SeoulSpice when I want something quick by my office. The Korean style bowls are delicious, filling and the staff are always pleasant. Highly reccomend if you're in the NOMA neighborhood. read more

I had the purple rice bowl with essentially all the ingredients (too numerous to mention), added Tofu, creamy siracha, and ginger carrot sauce. Wow, this was absolutely delish, I was thinking about rating it a five and depending on how I feel on certain days, it just might be. The purple rice is somewhat sweet, al dente and a grain I'll be incorporating into my diet more often! All the veggies were fresh and absolutely delicious. I get that my pictures aren't the most visually appealing and that's mainly because I love lots and lots of sauce on my food, but please trust me that this spot is worth a try. I'll be coming here more often...oh, almost forgot - THE TOFU!! I don't know how they make it, but it is hands down the best Tofu I've ever had. The texture is comparable to meat, compliments all the ingredients and had a nice char to it (maybe it was grilled?!?). Anyways, try it ASAP!!! -ODL Follow my IG: @AOEAT read more

SeoulSpice - RICE BOWL - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Wonderful meal! I am always hesitant to eat out because of my sensitive gut, but they have gluten free food! I missed this bit of imporant info cause i want tasty food when traveling and will eat food as long as it doesnt actually/ obviously contain gluten. The bibimbap bowl i had was awesome and i was even able to save some for the next day. A normal person may be able to eat it all in one sitting though. Dont forget the sesame oil if you can, it really brings the unami to tie it all together. read more

Fantastic Food, Fantastic atmosphere, clean restroom, the service is speedy for a quick in and out, what more can a person want. Great portions unlike stupid Chipotle that downsized their portions so bad its insane. All their food at Seoul Spice is Gluten free and they have the Carrot Ginger dressing which is Vegan which is great. I always get the bowl, and you can literally taste how clean the food is not with all the crap additives like other restaurants have. Love this place, I got there all the time cause its close to work. Highly recommend. read more

Healthy, tasty, and fast! It's usually not very busy and the service is always great! I've had a great experience every time I've been here! It's cute and there's little spots for photo ops! read more

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The food impressed me! I got the noodle bowl and the spicy pork. It was delicious! The staff were very friendly. First time trying out the "chipotle" like Korean food. It was pretty good! read more

I love the concept and all the toppings are so good! I did the noodles bowl with tofu and all the veggies. I also added the creamy sriracha and all the additional free toppings. I would highly recommend this place each bite was so flavorful. The few times I've gone I haven't had to wait too long and was able to get my food quickly! There's not much place to sit so I'd recommend planning to do takeout. read more

SeoulSpice - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Absolutely delicious! Second time back and this time I went for the chef curated bowl. The last time I had my own DIY bowl. The combination of bulgogi and japchae is unparalleled. I will definitely be back again to try other signature bowls! read more

SeoulSpice - KLASSIC - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I love the food here. Almost everything is gluten free which is also nice for people that have that sensitivity. A coworker and I come here pretty frequently and even when it is very busy, you get your food quickly. The employees are also very nice. The ambiance is great - very cute inside with some instagrammable walls. Also there is a cute outdoor area out front to eat when it is warmer out. read more

Tiffany and Lucas were really helpful, the food was great. Highly recommend if you like korean bbq!

I went here twice since it was super close to where I was staying for my work trip. I ordered for pick-up, and the staff has been really kind both times. I ordered the bowl both times but tried the bulgogi and spicy pork. Both of these options were delicious and well seasoned. I'm not used to a Korean dish prepared like a poke bowl, but it was the best I had in the area. I'm giving it a 4 just because it doesn't fully match up to my favorite Korean spots, but it's a decent spot for grabbing Korean food on the go! read more

My mom and I saw this restaurant by the hotel we were staying at and decided to check it out. I found the food to be the perfect lunch for us. It was good food, easy to order, and quick service. I thought the servings were generous and I enjoyed the variety of toppings you could add to your bowl. I would go here again, but considering DC has so many restaurants in such a small area, I won't be rushing back. read more

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This was a 3.5 for take out on a recent visit to DC. Food: I got the noodles with tofu and several toppings. The flavors of each were good, but together, it didn't quite work. I was a little overwhelmed with all the choices and probably didn't order the best. Service: Efficient. I wish they would have asked if I'd been there before! I could have used the overview. I'd be open to trying again. read more

Ordered in store and took my meal to go on a Friday at lunch. No line, some customers were seated at tables. I got a delicious Noodle bowl with chicken, add all veggies, crunchy scallion, sesame seeds, spicy sauce and creamy sauce. Kale slaw is my favorite topping and the japchae style noodles are so satisfying. I was full all day. Restaurant clean, staff friendly and I have had consistently excellent meals here for the past 5 years. read more

SeoulSpice - Noodle bowl with chicken, add all veggies, crunchy scallion, sesame seeds, spicy sauce and creamy sauce. - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

the service is amazing. the people are kind and the food is perfect. when i walked in I immediately smelt the s(e)oul food and they greeted me with such energy. i highly recommend that if you're in the area, stop by and grab a bite to eat. read more

I wouldn't recommend food from here. I received a delivery from this restaurant and from the moment i opened the bag, the food had a bad smell. I took a few bites and immediately regretted it. Not sure if its food poisoning or what, but my stomach has not been right since. I recommend finding somewhere else to eat. read more

It's like a Korean version of Rasa. It is very good! I recommend create your own bowl over the curated ones on the menu since there are so many options for toppings! read more

OMG the food is amazing and completely gluten free. Nice to go somewhere and eat without worrying.

I came to SeoulSpice a week ago, since it's fairly close by, and I honestly expected it to be better. I don't like giving mediocre reviews to restaurants, but it's a fair rating. Upon entering the store, I immediately noticed that it smelled strange inside (and not like food). The best way I can describe it is that it kind of smelled like the steam that comes out of dishwashers. To me, that was not a good start. When I walk into a restaurant or a store, I want to feel more hungry because of the smell of the food. Unfortunately, I did not feel this way walking into this one. I'm not sure if this was bad luck on my part or if it usually smells like this, but it should definitely be addressed. I ordered the signature bowl Seoul Train so that my first taste could be a signature dish before mixing it up. (You can create your own bowl here kind of like Subway). I took it home, and I was underwhelmed. I thought the bowl was good, but not great. I feel like I have definitely had better Korean food elsewhere. Although it was a mediocre experience - I am very willing to try SeoulSpice again to see if maybe this bowl just wasn't to my taste, but I think the store itself needs more of an ambiance and maybe to open its door to let out some of the stuffiness once in a while! read more

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If you have walked past this place many times and considered trying it, but was hestitant like me, for whatever reason, just go in!!!! For the last few days, i have been walking past seoulspice and didnt want to come in because the place appears super empty and being in a dirty area didnt help but i said fuck it and came in tonight to try it and was very plesantly surprised! The staff was super friendly and helpful w the options. The portions are pretty good! Would def come back while i am still in town! Dont judge the book by the cover and give this place a chance! I wished i came here days ago so i can have it more often while in town! read more

Visited during covid- no indoor seating... take out and delivery only! Kind of like a Korean version of chipotle.. choose your base and what you want to add to the bowl/burrito/salad Staff were friendly but those masks weren't covering their noses! Their food is not bad but I was surprised to find that for a fast food bibimbap... the klassic bowel was $14... For that price point, I could have gone to a real restaurant and get a stone pot bibimbap... but I guess DC pricing? Pretty busy.. not a lot of people in store but I can tell they get a lot of delivery/online order/pick up Again, flavor is there but I just finding a hard time justifying a $14 fast food bibimbap read more

SeoulSpice - Korean Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Been here many times over the years. Food is always great and healthy! And love their spicy options too.