If you're mildly skeptical about the high rating this place has, I respectfully assure you the hype is real. Ta Joia is one of those rare low key Asian fusion spots that isn't an affront to the cuisines it's trying to fuse. Cap Hill food snobs, eat your hearts out at this tucked away spot in Bothell. The staff are friendly and prompt. Most of the dishes are Korean inspired, but with a twist of South American flavors. You end up with a blend that works well, like their popular house spicy chicken that is Teriyaki on overdrive with pico de gallo. Their spicy pork is a more traditional stir fry and has a respectable heat to it. I appreciate each dish feels like it has intentionality, where every component tries to elevate past its humble strip mall origins. Shout out, weirdly enough, to their rice: it's a higher grade sushi rice because it's got a much nicer texture than your run of the mill Teriyaki joints. Don't forget to get a drizzle of the superb cilantro sauce - another nice fusion twist. In another life, this would easily be featured on an episode of Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives. Anyone got Guy Fieri's number? read more

Ta Joia - House Spicy Chicken Spicy Pork with Rice Cakes - Asian Fusion Near Me - Bothell, Washington

Ta Joia is one of those places you keep coming back to. The chicken bowl was packed with flavor, and the sauces really tied everything together. Portions are generous and the food always feels fresh. The space is bright and welcoming, and the staff are kind and quick. Great mix of Korean and fusion flavors done right. read more

I ordered a galbi bowl and veggie spring rolls for pick up. The staff were very friendly and the food was ready in 5 minutes. The food tasted homemade and like they cared about the ingredients. Will definitely be back to try other options! read more

The parking can be tricky bc it is in a strip with a lot of other businesses. The restaurant is small but does have some seating. We haven't eaten inside. First, I would like it if they could have at least two levels of spice for the spicy chicken bc it is so flavorful and I believe that could be achieved without burning my insides!! The house chicken just does not compare to the spicy chicken. Also the spicy chicken is not consistent in the heat. The first two times I had it I was fine but the 3rd time it was so spicy I almost ended up in the ER! I was so sick I could barely get from my bed to the bathroom. I passed out in the bathroom. I was so nauseous. I threw up. I went to the bathroom. I was sweating. I was in so much pain. I drank a bunch of milk and took tums. I eventually fell asleep after suffering for 3 hours straight in the middle of the night. The only reason I did not go straight to the ER is because my kids were asleep and I could not drive and did not want to leave them alone. So PLEASE add spice levels for those of us without a gallbladder and/or love the flavor but not the super spiciness. Please let it be consistent! My partner loves the spicy chicken but wishes it was more consistent as well. The spicy chicken wasn't very spicy when he ordered the other day. No one in my house cared for the bulgogi. It tastes different from any place we have had it in or outside of South Korea. My partner did not care for the spicy pork either. I wish we could add rice cakes to any menu item as they are my favorite and the ones here are cooked perfectly and even reheat well the next day. We just discovered the Ta Joia fried rice and since I can't have the spicy chicken this is my new favorite menu item. I honestly, we going to stop coming here after the spicy chicken incident but the times the chicken was not crazy spicy the food was so good. The gyoza/pot stickers are great. The pico and cilantro sauce just takes the meals to the next level! We will be back and if you haven't tried it then you are missing out! I also enjoyed the red bean sesame balls they gave me to try! I would love it if they included some with every meal bc they are delicious! Red bean desserts are one of the things I miss about living in South Korea. read more

Really enjoyed Ta Joia. Food and service were both top notch. I got the spicy chicken and I really liked that it was much more run than sauce. Also had a very solid kick which as a fan of spice I was very happy. Recommend highly. read more

You cant go wrong with anything on the menu (I've tried the whole menu). I was soo impressed with my first order that I came back to try the rest of the menu! Each dish is unique and creates a memorable, if not mouthwatering, experience that leave you nothing shy of satisfaction. I love the variety and creativity behind each dish. An experience I wish everyone gets to indulge in. As far as service and ambiance, the most welcoming and loving greet right as you enter. They make you feel like you are walking on the red carpet. The restaurant inside has a vibrant earthy tone, almost feels tropical read more

After seeing some buzz online about this place the last few days, I was able to stop by today. I called in the order and was told that it would take 25 minutes. I arrived a few minutes after the quoted time and ended up waiting in line to pay. When I got to the front, the cashier said she forgot to put in the order and that it would be take 10 minutes. Eventually the order was ready. Given that the restaurant is fairly new and it was a busy Friday night, some kinks were expected. I recommend showing up and ordering there. The online menu on their website does not reflect all the items available. The house chicken was solid. It tasted like typical grilled teriyaki chicken when you add the sauce. The bulgogi beef was good. There weren't that many onions in there for me to pick out, which is a huge plus for me :) I wasn't sure how the wings would be as take out but they were still crispy when I got home. The seasoning had a hint of spice. The sauce that it came with was more like ranch with some spice rather than the green sauce in the menu description. I would definitely come back again. Hopefully they'll have an online ordering system for take out. read more

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So so good! I got the half crisp / half regular chicken combo with pico, cilanto sauce, and katsu sauce. The restaurant and clean, well-lit, and pleasant to sit in an enjoy your meal. The staff is friendly and frequently buses tables, checks on customers, and helps keep the space feeling lively and inviting. I've had this combo many times now and it always hits the spot! read more

Ta Joia - 1/2 Crispy, 1/2 Regular teriyaki combo, pico, katsu sauce, cilantro sauce. 5/5 must get - Asian Fusion Near Me - Bothell, Washington

In a city full of teriyaki joint, Ta Joia is the best - and I mean THE. BEST. We came here from the Yelp reviews and one week later we have been here twice and have gotten 3 of our family members to order take out from word of mouth. The spicy chicken and crispy teriyaki are SO fresh and jam packed with flavor. The sweetness from the teriyaki sauce mixed with the spice from the chicken mixed with the freshness from the pico and green sauce, I mean WOW. I was hooked from the first bite! I love that this is a family run business. Their service is top notch, even as a first timer they made me feel like I had known them as a regular customer for years. It's up-kept so nice and clean, too. I can't wait to eat my way through the entire menu! I'll be back soon! read more

Ta Joia - Crispy chicken teriyaki oh my gaaaaaa so good - Asian Fusion Near Me - Bothell, Washington

We got the spicy chicken rice bowl with salad on the side. Their green sauce was yum and the chicken was also soft and tender. Reminded me of Hawaii for a bit! read more

Highly recommend this restaurant. The whole experience was very inviting and welcoming. The cashier recommended her favorite and I couldn't resist but to get the spicy pork with rice cake. The food is to die for and the pico has a lot of flavor and the acidity balances well with the spicy pork. I would come back to this restaurant no question asked. read more

I am writing this as I am enjoying my leftovers from 4 days ago (don't judge). It is still delicious 4 days later! I have had leftovers twice, a testament to the amount of food they give you. Service was excellent. Restaurant was clean and non assuming. We got takeout after I had an appointment in Bothell (we live in Seattle). I would make the trip in the future just for the food. My husband got the spicy chicken with upgrade to fried rice and extra meat, which was crazy because it was SO heavy with food, he could not believe the amount he received, he could have gotten the regular portion and still had leftovers for days. He too is enjoying his 4 day old leftovers for lunch. I got the shredded pork and it was delicious. I really enjoy the pico they give you, the acidity does a nice job of cutting through the fat in the entrees. We also got a pork fried rice with an added egg. The egg was cooked perfectly, which means it was runny and it oozed all over the fried rice when I broke it. YUM. And, it was perfect after making the trip back to Seattle, which was impressive. We also got egg rolls, veg spring rolls and the potstickers, because I have a hard time not getting those items when they are offered. I am a real sucker for some potstickers and theirs did not disappoint, in fact, I would say they are some the best potstickers I have had since coming to Seattle back in April. Spring rolls and egg rolls were as you would expect. Let me talk for a second about their cilantro sauce, if you need a sinus opener, pick this! It was very flavorful and it will kick you in the face (in a good way (if you like heat). We will definitely return in the future! read more

Super welcoming and friendly. Food is great, can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Portions are great for the price, service is also amazing! Setting is welcoming and warm. read more

Ta Joia - House Chicken - Asian Fusion Near Me - Bothell, Washington

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My coworkers recommended this place and I had to try it out. I went with their Grilled Shrimp Bowl and some Vegi Rolls. My friend got the Chicken Bowl and Potstickers. Our food was amazing and I'm coming back for sure. The shrimp was freaking perfect and with the pico and rice it hit the spot. Our service was quick and everyone was friendly. On the location side of things, the place is clean and they have a good mix of music playing making it stand out from your other places here in Canyon Park. read more

Ta Joia - Grilled Shrimp - Asian Fusion Near Me - Bothell, Washington

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Excellent food, try the special it is a Bothell favorite. Order to go for movie night pick up! It's the best. Bulgogi is also one of my favorites, if you don't know what that is...try it you'll like read more

It's pretty rare that you find great customer service in quick-service food spots these days, but that's not the case at Tajoia. The cashier was so unbelievably polite that it stopped me dead in my tracks! I love everything about this place: the mural on the wall, the enthusiastic bright yellow branding, the amazing staff, and of course, the food. I don't know how they do it, but even after a 30-minute drive home, my chicken katsu and wings were still crunchy and crispy. Even the next day after sitting in the fridge, my leftovers were crispy! I don't know what kind of culinary sorcery this is, but the crunch factor keeps me coming back for more. And don't get me started on the cilantro sauce...I imagine this is what the apple of Eden tasted like. If I had a choice between saving humanity and Tajoia cilantro sauce, I'd 100% pick the sauce. read more

Best dam restaurant around. Yelp Top 100 in the country. Take it for a test drive and ask for Vivian. read more

It's no wonder that this place has 5 stars!! Extremely welcoming, friendly service. The atmosphere is bright & happy with positive messages around - total good vibes. I never leave reviews, but I had to for this place. The food was so delicious - their pico is probably the best pico I've ever had (mixed with the fried rice & it took it to another level of goodness ) chefs kiss. read more

Ta Joia - Bulgogi Bulgogi Beef House Chicken Pico De Gallo - Asian Fusion Near Me - Bothell, Washington

Great Customer service, as always the food was great. The overall vibe of the place felt homey and inviting. Would recommend!

Tried this Asian Fusion restaurant twice in 2 weeks and enjoyed the meals both times. Food is fresh & hot and staff is friendly. Their fried rice is tasty and the noodles were also very good and fresh. Only issue is when we ordered the noodles we wanted no protein so just wanted veggie's. I wish they had added more veggies to the noodles since we bypassed the protein. Everything we have tried was tasty & fresh. Definitely returning here read more

Wow. Just tried Ta Joia for the first time tonight since I was in the area and got the grilled shrimp. It's DELICIOUS. There's perfect seasoning and slight char to the shrimp that just makes me keep thinking about it. The sauce + pico de gallo they have on the side are also wonderfully flavored and complement the shrimp and rice so well. Wishing I ordered extra of the pico de gallo since I'm a sucker for the fresh and slightly sour flavor :') I brought a bit of leftovers home and my husband took one bite of shrimp/rice and immediately was like "whoa where did you get this??!" We'll definitely be coming by whenever we make the 40 min trek to Bothell! Added bonus the service was so friendly and they played music that I personally love. read more

This place is definitely worth the hype. I've been here twice, the first time I got the poke bowl and the 2nd time I got the house spicy chicken. The poke bowl was good, but I wouldn't say the best. But their most popular item is the house spicy chicken and it was delicious. Service was great as well, everyone is really nice and welcoming. Prices are also reasonable, definitely worth it - not your ordinary teriyaki chicken (tasty and unique)! read more

Ta Joia - House Spicy Chicken - Asian Fusion Near Me - Bothell, Washington

An Asian and Latin fusion gem nestled in a busy strip mall in the Bothell/Canyon Park area. They serve a lot of dishes you might find at a teriyaki restaurant or Korean restaurant with some fusion flavor. I really liked the Ta Joia Special but keep in mind it's only served after 4pm! Food I got the Ta Joia Special and really enjoyed the dish! It comes with 3 kinds of meat: Brisket, pork shoulder, sausage. The brisket was my favorite of the 3 and it was sooo soft and tasty. The sausage and pork were also good. The rice and pico accompanied them well. This is a bowl only served after 4pm. The crispy chicken and grilled shrimp bowl was also a great combination. Only had a bite of this but I liked the chicken katsu. Atmosphere Casual and open space restaurant that I didn't expect to find in this area. The wall art is super cute. Most people that I saw were here to pick up food rather than dine in. Pricing Average prices for the amount of food that I got and for the type of food. Definitely would come again! Service  Food came out quickly and people were friendly! You bus your own table afterwards. Other There is plenty of parking since the restaurant is located in a strip mall. read more

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Delivery review. These guys have put such a spin on what they're doing that it seems almost like they've invented something completely new. It's a teriyaki place but many of the dishes are Brazilian and Korean. Brazilian/Korean yaki? Okay, ya gotta check out this place. Spicy Chicken This is where the newness showed up the most. It's got a sweet pepperiness on the outside of the chicken. Not sugary--the sweetness seems to either come from the pepper blend, or it's integrated so well that it seems like it does. It's regular grilled teriyaki chicken sliced and served over white rice, but the flavors are so interesting and different that it doesn't seem like the same thing at all. I gotta order this again and see if I can get it over steamed veg. Cucumber Salad Light sesame vinaigrette over the top of medium-sized chunks of fresh cucumber. Dirt-simple, probably doesn't take them that long to make, and not really the most cost-effective thing to order when you're eating out. But so damn good. You could put this next to almost anything and it would taste good, but next to grilled food it's an absolute champ of a side. Kimchi Got some heat to it, some nice earthy pepperiness. Decent little half-pint serving, just like the cukes. Put all together, this is a really nice combo for a yaki dinner. I'd love to check this place out in person. They're definitely up to something cool. read more

Waited way too long for a phone and pick up order. The food was sitting for nearly 10 minutes before the lady at the counter noticed I was waiting. read more

I was curious about this Korean - Mexican fusion and high reviews. This quaint restaurant had a lot of people when I got there 5:00 pm. The atmosphere felt like a hang out for millennials. The staff were really quick in getting my pick up together and were friendly. The food was very tasteful and full of flavor. Like another reviewer, I knocked down one star for the price. The chicken and beef teriyaki was $16.50 and the pork was $15. For the price, I thought there would be a lot more. But they were not generous on serving and I find it less than other typical teriyaki restaurants. Small servings, bountiful taste. read more

Ta Joia - Pulled pork - Asian Fusion Near Me - Bothell, Washington

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Drove through an hour of traffic to get Ta Joia. We had the Spicy Chicken and the Feijoada! Both were super tasty! Chicken had a great flavor that wasnt drenched in sugar like most places. It was like a glaze that had a kick without over powering the taste of the chicken. The Feijoada was delicious as well. Different cuts of meat which the salad/pico paired nicely with. It wasnt greasy but was full of flavor. It reminded my mom of her time of when she lived in Rio, Brazil. I will definitely come back! The owners are the staff and work everyday. They are super nice and you can feel the hospitality. Its like you're eating in their home as guests. read more

Ta Joia - House Spicy Chicken + Feijoada! - Asian Fusion Near Me - Bothell, Washington

Food was great. Service too. Prices on par. Very noisy when busy. Make a reservation for brunch.

I was thoroughly impressed by Ta Joia! As soon as me and my coworker walked in we were greeted by friendly staff. I wanted a recommendation for my first meal and was guided toward the Hwae Dup Bap - Korean Style Poke Bowl. It was rich in flavor and texture and tasted fresh! I very much enjoyed the conversation we had the staff afterward. It seems like the mission of the restaurant is to fill the belly and the soul. Powerful! Thank you Ta Joia - best wishes!!! read more

Ta Joia - Hwae Dup Bap - Korean Style Poke Bowl - Asian Fusion Near Me - Bothell, Washington

I saw 5 stars for this restaurant. I hope all those are honest reviews from customers. I came & tried couple times before I'm giving this review. PRO: I like the cleanliness & friendliness of the staff. Food: **House Chicken & Fried Chicken have great flavor. PRO-CONS: **Chicken Katsu & Bulgogi Beef were just ok (eeh.. not standing out). Competitors nearby are better. CONS: The prices are "wayyy" expensive than many competitors nearby with better food. Food: ** Fried Rice was blend (forgot seasoning, again?). ** Kimchi Fried Rice was between blend & confusing flavor. I'm quite a food adventure with food, including Asian Fusion. The more we explore, the more we know the difference. ** Spicy Pork with Fish Cake, is probably better if you eat it right away. The fish cake will be chewy, but not hard. After 15 mnts (you arrived at home), the fish cake is unpleasant to eat. It's hard to chew. Perhaps, if they can make it way smaller cuts, it will be more manageable to eat, but still, hard to chew). It's up to you to try of course :) but you may want to explore more too around Bothell Everett Highway. *Honest review is important, not only for customers, but also a better restaurant. read more

Can you say overrated ? This place is average at best and is overly priced for the quality. Will not return.

This place is awesome! We came with a group of 7 and they were really accommodating. Everyone enjoyed their food and the service was wonderful. My partner and I got the poke bowl and tofu bibimbap, and both dishes were so good and flavorful. Decent size too! Food is on point, service is top notch and the place is really well kept. We chatted with the owner, and she's absolutely amazing. This is a family owned business, so come one, come all and support! read more

Ta Joia - Tofu bibimbap - So good and flavorful - Asian Fusion Near Me - Bothell, Washington

The goated teriyaki joint in the Seattle area. It's definitely unique in its flavor profile compared to majority of teriyaki places but that's what makes Ta Joia shine. Definitely worth a trip to Bothell for their spicy chicken bowl. Get the pico as your side with the cilantro dressing. Thank me later Also service is always top tier. Shout out to Anthony with the good vibes read more

Tho the name might not suggest it, I consider this a Teriyaki Place, and a very good strong contender at that! Their proteins are very flavorful, yet still tender and moist. I enjoy having the different types of cooking styles, they have grilled, stir fry, and deep fried proteins! All very different, and all done very well. Good options is to add extra protein to have more choices... because you know I could never settle with just one at a teriyaki place. Self serve style, lots of space to sit. Clean bathrooms, and ample of parking. If you're ever in the area... I would recommend dropping by for some awesome Teriyaki at Ta Joia! read more

Food was a tasty fusion of Latin and Asian! I'm Korean and I thought it was great twist! Especially their use of cilantro and cream sauce. Service was super friendly and chill. Ambiance was half Korean cafe, half casual dining. I'm one star from 5 bc I personally prob won't go back bc I prefer pretty traditional Korean and Japanese food and it was a little heavier on the Latin part of the fusion to feel like I just had Korean/Japanese food. But for what it was, very delicious. read more

The food here was amazing. Came for lunch and got the spicy chicken with rice and pico. Mixing the pico with the rice was amazing. A guy came by and offered us sausage e for our rice and it was amazing. I think it was some kind of cilantro sauce. So good. I'm just mad I didn't know about this place sooner! You won't regret having lunch here. For ambiance it's a bit loud inside but we were also there during peak lunch hour. It was eclectic and the place has a good energy. Loved the mural on the wall "good things are coming your way"! I want to come back to try more! read more

Thank you to my new yelp-friend Thao N. for the recommendation for this wonderful Korean/Latin-Fusion restaurant. First of all I would like to say that my husband is incredibly picky and hard to please (I can be like that, too, but he is far more so than I am), and he has found fault with and been dissatisfied with every local Korean restaurant that we have tried thus far. We resolved to try several new Korean restaurants this year, but I really didn't dare to hope that any of them would actually be delightful for him. However, he really likes this restaurant, and he actually didn't have a single negative thing to say about it! We have already ordered from this restaurant twice now, and we will be back again. Customer service was very good; we were treated with kindness and we felt welcome. The latin-inspired additions to Korean food are really interesting and unusual. I wasn't sure what to think of this at first, but somehow this works. The Pico de Gallo added to the rice improved the flavor of the rice quite a bit. We have ordered the Tofu BiBimbap bowl (this is one of my favorite Korean dishes, so that one was for me), the Kimchi Fried Rice (shared), The Ta Joia Special which features sausage, pork, and beef (shared), and the Shredded Pork (for my husband). As always since the pandemic began, we got a take-out order. I was impressed with the food. Although the Bibimbap bowl and the Kimchi Fried Rice are slightly on the greasy/oily side for these dishes, which normally would be a slight downside for me, the trade-off in this case was more than worth it in terms of the moist, delicious, hearty flavor. Instead of Banchan, we received a delightful small salad with lettuce and pickled vegetables. I am a fan of this salad. The meat was excellent in quality, portion size for the money, and flavor. Both my husband and I really like pork, and we enjoyed the moist, flavorful pork in the Special and in the Shredded Pork dish. The sausage was quite good as well; the Special features a large sausage and the Kimchi Fried Rice has small pieces of sausage in it as well. Although we usually enjoy meat in moderation, these were worthwhile and delicious treat meals for us. We're very glad we tried this place! read more

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Food was incredible and service was impeccable! The chicken wings were crispy and juicy, and I could eat a whole bowl of their house made pico. Thank you for filling me with food made of love read more

Delish... The Shredded Pork and Spicy Chicken Combo will be your new jam! If you try this place start with that. read more

Ta Joia - Spicy Chicken and Shredded Pork with House Salad - Asian Fusion Near Me - Bothell, Washington

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It's teriyaki chicken with a bit of spice and rice. That's about it. It's also pretty expensive for what it is. The salad is literally about 4 shreds of iceberg lettuce which is fairly standard at teriyaki places, but no dressing. Choose the pico instead. Overall, nothing we would ever crave or go back for. read more