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Food In one word, exceptional! Was invited for lunch and we tried the Bimbimbap, Cheesy Skillet, Hot Chicken, and Gochujang Chicken. There were no complaints and very few leftovers. Really appreciated how the Hot Chicken was pan seared and kept more of the traditional Korean spices. We did find out that the Spicy Pork Bulgogi is not available anymore , but remains on tee menu as sold out. Service Get there early! Waited in line for a while and also not much seating inside or out. We were lucky to grab one open table outside. You grab a number after ordering and they bring the food to you. Self serve drinks. Ambiance The interior is small and it can be difficult to find close parking. If you don't mind walking from the next parking lot over, then you're good. Would I go back? Absolutely! The food is just too good.
Absolutely amazing service. Lots of different menu options. We tried the edamame hummus, orange salad, kimchi fried rice and shrimp teriyaki with fried rice. Everything with 10/10. Busy lunch rush was noisy but a few tables are located outside to enjoy a nice day. Our service was truly wonderful. They had a ton of to go orders being picked up- seemed to handle the busiest time of day with ease. Will definitely be back!
We came to this place on a whim by searching on Yelp for places in the area, we didn't even know this was one of Guy Fieri's places until we got here! The place isn't fancy, but the food is excellent! It's a walk-up and order place, not a ton of seating and it was busy! But once we ordered, the food came to our table in a reasonable amount time and it was all so good! The flavor on my Bibimbap skillet was unreal, the crispy rice made it even better! My son loved the beef teriyaki and the crispy dumplings were very tasty as well. We will definitely be back to try more dishes.
Soy Bistro has great food and great service. This really exceeded my expectations for a casual dining spot. I must be the last person to find this place because it was busy before noon on a Monday. The dining room has tables as well as four bar style seats. The dining room is clean and the employees were on top of cleaning tables as quickly as possible. The service was very friendly and attentive. I expected to receive my food and be on my own from there, but the employees kept checking on us. They brought takeout boxes when they noticed us finishing up and cleared trash right away. I also liked that they brought plenty of small share plates for appetizers and sharing food. They made dining alone with two kids as easy as it can be. The Edamame Hummus with Chips was delicious. I enjoyed the hummus and the honey drizzle on the chips was tasty. The Soy Orange Salad was a tasty and refreshing way to enjoy some vegetables. The Bibimbap Skillet was very good. I loved the texture that the crispy rice added to the skillet. The meat, egg, and veggies were good. I'd definitely order this again. My daughters enjoyed the kid's Chicken Fried Rice. It was a generous portion and they enjoyed it. I really enjoyed my Soy Bistro experience and will be back!
Great! Gluten-free menu at counter. Got the bibambap skillet with no egg + gf gochugang sauce (I'm obsessed with gochugang). Wish it had spinach instead of a paltry amount of fresh romaine, but otherwise was crispy deliciousness. Sauce was a teensy but sweeter than needed (the version I eat back home has more of a smoky salty undernotes) but it was quite tasty and I understand why the place is popular! Very good. Service was quick and professional. Inside was nice, casual.
I tried the bibimbap in the skillet and it was delicious! The fresh veggies added a nice crunch and the rice was crispy from the skillet. There were so many flavors but it all went well together. The service was fast and friendly!
Huge fan of Diners drive ins and dives and seen the episode featuring this place. I highly recommend the hot chicken! It was perfect and service was very quick and everyone was very welcoming. I also tried the fried dumplings, spicy fried rice and teriyaki shrimp sooo good!!! I'll definitely come back here. Plenty of room for a party of 4-6 people but better for two.
Soy Bistro has been on my radar for a while ... and I was finally able to stop in for lunch with a friend while I was in the Brentwood area. We got there right when they opened on a weekday, and there were already only a few tables left! It's clear this is a popular spot to grab a bite. Previous reviews that mention a small parking lot are correct - but if you time it right, you should be able to snag a spot. At the recommendation of one of the Soy Bistro team members, we started with an order of the edamame hummus and chips. This was a unique appetizer option, and one I probably wouldn't have ordered on my own. The hummus was bright and fresh, and the housemade chips were tasty, although the honey drizzle threw me off just a bit. For my entree, I went with the Gochujang Chicken, which also came highly recommended. This saucy, sweet, and spicy chicken was served on top of a mountain of perfectly cooked rice, and topped with a beautiful fried egg. The salad situation on the side wasn't my favorite - but everything else was delicious, and this is definitely something I'd order again. My friend went with the chicken fried rice, which was a huge portion, and she had enough leftovers to make a second meal. While the food was tasty, it's the service at Soy Bistro that is truly memorable. A few different members checked on our table several times, and you can tell that these are folks that love to get to know their regulars. I can't wait to return soon to try more of their fun Asian fusion menu.
This restaurant is so special! The woman at the counter was phenomenal! We went for a business lunch and were greeted super fast, had very friendly service and the food came out quick, hot, and fresh! I ordered the spicy fried rice with chicken. It was the perfect level of spice. Everyone enjoyed their meal. One of our attendees meal was messed up and they brought him a taco in the meantime.
We found ourselves in Brentwood and came here for a date night Saturday, grateful that it wasn't too busy and since it was our first visit, the staff helped share about the offerings. We couldn't resist the ordering their most popular dishes & went with the bibimbap skillet (steak) and hot chicken dish. While both were absolutely phenomenal - well cooked & richly flavored - the bibimbap skillet took the lead and will be ordered again and again. The crunchiness of the rice may be a hit or miss, it was a bit too hard/burnt in a few areas so I may get it without the skillet next time. I loved learned that what I originally thought was zucchini was a Japanese radish - Daikon - soooo good! It felt like the perfect amount of food too - not too heavy. Wish I had came here sooner!
Decent food, quick service, nice neighborhood restaurant. The bibimbap in the skillet had some rice sections that were burnt rather than just caramelized and crispy but overall everything was tasty,
This little restaurant can get crowded. You order at the counter and then they'll bring your food to you. I got a fish taco, Korean beef taco, and Korean chicken taco. My boyfriend got the yaki udon noodles with beef. It all tasted great! I can't wait to come back and try more things.
Incredibly delicious food and some of the most passionate staff I've ever met. They were SO excited to walk us through the entire menu and tell us all their favorite dishes. And they gave us free tacos because we were first time customers. The spicy udon noodles are the best I've had in Nashville (try with steak) and the curried fried rice with salmon was so yummy and was HUGE portion. We also loved the beef Korean taco and Bibimbap Skillet was delicious. All their house-made sauces were scrumptious and they had lots of gluten free options! Thank you to Lori for the warm welcome! We will be back SOON!
1 month ago
Small.but efficient space with tables easy to rearrange depending on need. Great selection of Asian fast food I got Bibimbap skillet which was a great blend of flavors. Adding Gochu.. Kimchi slaw was delicious. But EXCELLENT SERVICE active. Involved.. made the meal a bit better..not just fast food.. read more
5 months ago
Redemption Tour -- Mostly Successful Full disclosure: I got pretty sick after eating here in 2021 -- my spouse too -- and we swore off the place. To our credit, neither of us left a nasty review at the time; it happens in the restaurant business. But five years of watching them stay busy and still standing convinced me it was probably a one-off, so I gave Soy Bistro another shot. I ordered the Hot Chicken -- pan-seared, chargrilled chicken breast with Korean spices, served with house coleslaw and rice. The restaurant was clean, the service attentive, and a genuine highlight: self-serve beverages with large cups of ice-cold water, which I really appreciated. The coleslaw was crisp with a terrific dressing, and the rice was spot on. The chicken itself was a touch dry and could have really used a dipping sauce to pull it all together. At $15.50 -- closer to $20 after tax and tip, I wasn't wowed by the value on this particular dish. The cheesy skillets were flying out of the kitchen and looked amazing, clearly the crowd favorite for a reason. Next visit I haven't found my dish yet, but I have a pretty good idea where to look. read more
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On our way up to Nashville to see a concert a few weeks ago, we wanted something yummy and local but that we could get in and out of fairly quickly. Soy Bistro seemed to fit that bill perfectly. We arrived for an early-ish dinner on a Friday and got in before a big rush. The restaurant is somewhat small but has patio seating and a handful of tables inside. You order at the counter. Employees were working hard during our visit carefully cleaning, sanitizing, and wiping down each table as guests left, which was nice to see. The single person bathroom was also very clean. Service was alsopolite and personable. I ordered the bibimbap skillet and my husband got gochujang chicken. Our food took a short time to be prepared but came out piping hot and fresh. We definitely enjoyed ourselves. My bibimbap was a fantastic blend of flavors and textures and I thought the different items were balanced well in terms of quantity. The rice got EXTRA crispy, which is just how I like it! I only wish I could have gotten more gochujang to add on top, as I like mine with a little more spiciness than what the amount it was served with allowed. Husband also liked the gochujang chicken. The egg on top was cooked perfectly, and the slaw-like salad on the side was crisp and fresh. The chicken was also sliced into tender chunks. A very high protein meal that was super filling! He did say he thought I out-ordered him because his meal was just a bit more basic/simple in terms of flavor than he expected. Still, he ate most of it and enjoyed it overall! Definitely a worthwhile stop for a tasty meal in a very clean environment, served by pleasant and hard-working folks. I'm glad this was our stop! read more
6 months ago
Food In one word, exceptional! Was invited for lunch and we tried the Bimbimbap, Cheesy Skillet, Hot Chicken, and Gochujang Chicken. There were no complaints and very few leftovers. Really appreciated how the Hot Chicken was pan seared and kept more of the traditional Korean spices. We did find out that the Spicy Pork Bulgogi is not available anymore , but remains on tee menu as sold out. Service Get there early! Waited in line for a while and also not much seating inside or out. We were lucky to grab one open table outside. You grab a number after ordering and they bring the food to you. Self serve drinks. Ambiance The interior is small and it can be difficult to find close parking. If you don't mind walking from the next parking lot over, then you're good. Would I go back? Absolutely! The food is just too good. read more
8 days ago
Absolutely amazing service. Lots of different menu options. We tried the edamame hummus, orange salad, kimchi fried rice and shrimp teriyaki with fried rice. Everything with 10/10. Busy lunch rush was noisy but a few tables are located outside to enjoy a nice day. Our service was truly wonderful. They had a ton of to go orders being picked up- seemed to handle the busiest time of day with ease. Will definitely be back! read more
5 months ago
We came to this place on a whim by searching on Yelp for places in the area, we didn't even know this was one of Guy Fieri's places until we got here! The place isn't fancy, but the food is excellent! It's a walk-up and order place, not a ton of seating and it was busy! But once we ordered, the food came to our table in a reasonable amount time and it was all so good! The flavor on my Bibimbap skillet was unreal, the crispy rice made it even better! My son loved the beef teriyaki and the crispy dumplings were very tasty as well. We will definitely be back to try more dishes. read more
Soy Bistro has great food and great service. This really exceeded my expectations for a casual dining spot. I must be the last person to find this place because it was busy before noon on a Monday. The dining room has tables as well as four bar style seats. The dining room is clean and the employees were on top of cleaning tables as quickly as possible. The service was very friendly and attentive. I expected to receive my food and be on my own from there, but the employees kept checking on us. They brought takeout boxes when they noticed us finishing up and cleared trash right away. I also liked that they brought plenty of small share plates for appetizers and sharing food. They made dining alone with two kids as easy as it can be. The Edamame Hummus with Chips was delicious. I enjoyed the hummus and the honey drizzle on the chips was tasty. The Soy Orange Salad was a tasty and refreshing way to enjoy some vegetables. The Bibimbap Skillet was very good. I loved the texture that the crispy rice added to the skillet. The meat, egg, and veggies were good. I'd definitely order this again. My daughters enjoyed the kid's Chicken Fried Rice. It was a generous portion and they enjoyed it. I really enjoyed my Soy Bistro experience and will be back! read more
Great! Gluten-free menu at counter. Got the bibambap skillet with no egg + gf gochugang sauce (I'm obsessed with gochugang). Wish it had spinach instead of a paltry amount of fresh romaine, but otherwise was crispy deliciousness. Sauce was a teensy but sweeter than needed (the version I eat back home has more of a smoky salty undernotes) but it was quite tasty and I understand why the place is popular! Very good. Service was quick and professional. Inside was nice, casual. read more
I tried the bibimbap in the skillet and it was delicious! The fresh veggies added a nice crunch and the rice was crispy from the skillet. There were so many flavors but it all went well together. The service was fast and friendly! read more
3 months ago
6 months ago
Huge fan of Diners drive ins and dives and seen the episode featuring this place. I highly recommend the hot chicken! It was perfect and service was very quick and everyone was very welcoming. I also tried the fried dumplings, spicy fried rice and teriyaki shrimp sooo good!!! I'll definitely come back here. Plenty of room for a party of 4-6 people but better for two. read more
Soy Bistro has been on my radar for a while ... and I was finally able to stop in for lunch with a friend while I was in the Brentwood area. We got there right when they opened on a weekday, and there were already only a few tables left! It's clear this is a popular spot to grab a bite. Previous reviews that mention a small parking lot are correct - but if you time it right, you should be able to snag a spot. At the recommendation of one of the Soy Bistro team members, we started with an order of the edamame hummus and chips. This was a unique appetizer option, and one I probably wouldn't have ordered on my own. The hummus was bright and fresh, and the housemade chips were tasty, although the honey drizzle threw me off just a bit. For my entree, I went with the Gochujang Chicken, which also came highly recommended. This saucy, sweet, and spicy chicken was served on top of a mountain of perfectly cooked rice, and topped with a beautiful fried egg. The salad situation on the side wasn't my favorite - but everything else was delicious, and this is definitely something I'd order again. My friend went with the chicken fried rice, which was a huge portion, and she had enough leftovers to make a second meal. While the food was tasty, it's the service at Soy Bistro that is truly memorable. A few different members checked on our table several times, and you can tell that these are folks that love to get to know their regulars. I can't wait to return soon to try more of their fun Asian fusion menu. read more
2 years ago
This restaurant is so special! The woman at the counter was phenomenal! We went for a business lunch and were greeted super fast, had very friendly service and the food came out quick, hot, and fresh! I ordered the spicy fried rice with chicken. It was the perfect level of spice. Everyone enjoyed their meal. One of our attendees meal was messed up and they brought him a taco in the meantime. read more
1 year ago
We found ourselves in Brentwood and came here for a date night Saturday, grateful that it wasn't too busy and since it was our first visit, the staff helped share about the offerings. We couldn't resist the ordering their most popular dishes & went with the bibimbap skillet (steak) and hot chicken dish. While both were absolutely phenomenal - well cooked & richly flavored - the bibimbap skillet took the lead and will be ordered again and again. The crunchiness of the rice may be a hit or miss, it was a bit too hard/burnt in a few areas so I may get it without the skillet next time. I loved learned that what I originally thought was zucchini was a Japanese radish - Daikon - soooo good! It felt like the perfect amount of food too - not too heavy. Wish I had came here sooner! read more
This little restaurant can get crowded. You order at the counter and then they'll bring your food to you. I got a fish taco, Korean beef taco, and Korean chicken taco. My boyfriend got the yaki udon noodles with beef. It all tasted great! I can't wait to come back and try more things. read more
3 months ago
1 year ago
Incredibly delicious food and some of the most passionate staff I've ever met. They were SO excited to walk us through the entire menu and tell us all their favorite dishes. And they gave us free tacos because we were first time customers. The spicy udon noodles are the best I've had in Nashville (try with steak) and the curried fried rice with salmon was so yummy and was HUGE portion. We also loved the beef Korean taco and Bibimbap Skillet was delicious. All their house-made sauces were scrumptious and they had lots of gluten free options! Thank you to Lori for the warm welcome! We will be back SOON! read more
1 year ago
This place is out of this world good. The staff is so helpful and the food is delicious. Come try it if you can find it. read more
1 year ago
So if I get double beef next time, will I just get the standard amount of beef instead of 2 or 3 pieces of beef XD Other than that the noodles tasted fine. read more
4 months ago
4 months ago
overview: favorite item was the fried fish taco and i recommend the chicken over the beef for the korean taco meat selection. free parking lot and single room bathroom immediately when we found this place we knew it was going to be amazing. i love it here so much i am planning to try basically everything on the menu. food beef korean taco: 7.5/10 chicken korean taco: 9/10 fried fish taco: 10/10 soy orange salad (small): 7/10 the fried fish taco was one of the best my friend has ever had. here is a quote from her, "usually i feel like fried fish tacos can be too mayo heavy or don't have enough flavor and i'm left feeling unsatisfied. however this taco had a great balance between mayo and a salsa sauce and it was one of the, if not the best fried fish taco i've ever had." i enjoyed the beef korean taco flavors but i found the meat to be too chewy for my taste and just enjoyed the chicken more overall, so i would get the chicken taco over the beef. i prob wouldn't get the beef one again. the orange soy salad was great! lots of oranges and a good ratio of lettuce to toppings. the people next to us had a fried rice dish that looked delectable, that is what i will be trying next. we will be repurchasing the fried fish taco 100% bathroom: 7/10 i was going to give the bathroom a 6 but they had free tampons so i give it a 7, cute little painting on the way back there parking: great parking lot! free medium size parking lot it's really cute and i feel like makes sense for the vibe of the restaurant service/ ambiance: the workers were so sweet and super quick service soo cute. an ideal restaurant you can eat inside alone or get takeout or go with group which is perfect. so many great options. they have lots of indoor seating and 3 or so outdoor tables in the front read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
My family was staying in the area when we discovered Soy Bistro. What a find! The staff was extremely welcoming and helpful and gave us plenty of suggestions on what to try. I can't say enough about the food! It was ABSOLUTELY delicious! Our party of 6 each tried different entrees and Chef Kenji outdid himself with the appetizers! Everything was packed with flavor! This won't be our last visit to Tennessee or to the Soy Bistro. Now we know why this place made it on Triple D with Guy Fieri! It's a must try! read more
Holy goodness Batman!!!! This place is a WINNER on every aspect. I had this habit of watching DDD and Master Chef every day at lunch while I work out. As a combo of these two shows I've become obsessed with some unique foods, and BiBimBap is one of them. I was so excited to hear about this DDD restaurant that had BiBimBap on the menu. I was also craving bulgogi but I couldn't eat that much. We were in town for business for my husband and this was my HANDS DOWN favorite meal of the entire trip. The staff were so unbelievably kind and friendly too. If we had tried this restaurant sooner in our trip we'd probably be back every day. Sadly we go home tomorrow. We'll be back next time we're in Nashville. Try it. You won't regret it!!!! read more
We went at night, and I must confess I missed the entrance on my first pass, but I'm glad I turned around! Order at the counter. Got a question? no problem, they are super helpful and you can even look at pictures if that helps you decide. I went with Yaki Udon Noodles, chose the Spicy version and it definitely had some kick but it was great flavor. Got it with Shrimp which I didn't realized was an option, but when she asked, I was there for it! Food came promptly and was fresh when served. Great stop and worth the U-turn! read more
Soy Bistro is a hidden gem of Nashville and a must for good food. We're so glad we discovered this place, because it has quickly become a staple. We love to order the skillets because the crispy rice is delicious. Everything tastes fresh and flavorful. Mommy favorite is the bibimbap skillet, you cannot go wrong. There is sometimes a line but it always goes quick! The workers are friendly and will help you pick a meal if you're not sure. read more
2 years ago
Great spot. We stumbled upon it and so glad we did! Food was prepared perfectly and it was as good as I looked read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
1 year ago
So good! I love this place and the staff is always so nice! Their queso tacos are my absolutely fave. The ambience is nice but can get loud during lunch read more
Holy Bibimbap Batman! This was so delicious. I barely have words to tell you how fantastic this truly was. I cannot wait to go back and try the tacos. Drink options are excellent good mix of cooler and fountain. And the staff was just as amazing as the food. read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
Incredible meal. Spicy edamame was to die for, perfect amount of spice, but not to harsh on the taste buds. For main course I got the fish taco and chicken Korean taco. The fish taco...... WOW. Greatly battered, with a great amount of toppings. Great flavor. Now my favorite. The chicken Korean taco. This one was absolutely ridiculous. The kimchi on top was so flavorful, but not like the traditional kimchi. Unbelievable experience and I will be back. Staff was incredible. read more
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5008 Maryland Way
Brentwood, TN 37027
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