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Hands down my favorite spot for many years. Every time I'd visit DC I'd stop in. This place is so unique in comparison to some of the restaurants near me. Great flavors and spices. Love the kimchi on the side of everything. Kale slaw and cabbage amazing. I surprised my wife with it and she was blown away. Now it's her new favorite DC Spot. Love this place!!
I love a good customizable bowl, and this place does it right! Everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly portioned--I ate my whole bowl, no crumbs left. It's become one of my go-to spots for a filling, satisfying meal at Union Market. Highly recommend if you're in the area and want something tasty and customizable.
It's super hard deciding what to eat at union market and my group decided on this trip we wanted to get TaKorean because there was a decent crowd of people waiting in line for their food! I was honestly impressed by the quality of their food and also their fast and friendly service. For about $13-$15 a bowl, you get a very generous portion. There was so much in our bowls that we couldn't finish in one sitting. My group all mentioned how we all got a heeping scoop of protein in our bowls. Very flavorful and happy we chose to stop by.
Stopped by Takorean after work. I ordered ahead so the food was ready when I arrived. It's a take out only spot but there is seating located throughout the facility (it's in a food hall). The bowl was really good. All the toppings were fresh and full of flavor. There's plenty of options for those who eat meat, and those who are vegan. There's even plenty of gluten free options. Overall I'll give takorean a 8.5/10.
A great place to get a quick meal in Union Market! The bulgogi is amazing and they have a ton of toppings to choose from. Everything tastes fresh and is absolutely delicious.
Okay Fusion! This reminds me of my hometown in California because we love Kale, and we also tend to have a taste to bring tortillas to Korean Bbq, it makes sense for this combination to exist!
I absolutely enjoyed my tacos. They were seasoned well and tasted really good. The service was friendly and quick. I know that it gets quite busy at this location but they do a good job of getting the food out quickly. I would definitely go back when I'm in the area again.
Went here to eat a quick dinner and was surprised to find they do Taco Tuesday ! You get 3 tacos for almost $9 (which is not exactly much savings with $11 something after tax lol) HOWEVER, the tacos were absolutely delicious. It really is like a Korean Chipotle and the people there were really nice. I ordered two bulgogi tacos and one chicken taco. The meat was so flavorful and tender. I picked the kimchi slaw on the bulgogi and the kale on the chicken and I also asked to have everything topped with cilantro, fried shallots, a sauce I can't remember the name of and lime crema. SO GOOD. Maybe I'll come back and try their bowl!! :-)
My go to restaurant whenever I'm at union market. It's not traditional Korean food but it still tastes great. I especially love the cucumbers. The people working there are always nice and give big portions. It gets really busy and loud on weekends so be prepared to wait.
Decided to visit Union market and decided to stop here. I remember the first store that opened on U St. roughly six years ago. They have changed a decent amount since then. But the food is still decent. My bowl consisted of rice and slaw with some steak and a couple toppings. Steak was a bit dry. But nothing wild to complain about. I miss their other topping selections but I enjoyed it.
I remember when TaKorean was just a food truck in DC! It's been years since I visited but I was looking for a quick, easy meal in Union Market and they fit the bill. I got the Chicken Avocado Bowl ($14) with chicken, brown rice, romaine slaw, guacamole, salsa roja, pico de gallo, cilantro, and sesame seeds. It was pretty much exactly what you would expect for a bowl with those ingredients -- solid, but no surprises. The bowl tasted good and just like I remember, maybe due to the specific marinade they use on their chicken. There was no line at ~12:30 PM on a Monday; service was fast and friendly. I was decently full afterwards and didn't have any leftovers, whereas I usually have some leftovers from Chipotle bowls. I wasn't blown away but I would visit again, especially for their Taco Tuesday discount.
The description of Takorean - "Korean Taco Grill. A delicious combination of Korean flavors with a Mexican twist all made from scratch." I decided to come here on the week I'm going vegan (only temporarily because I love a good meat sweat). I felt like I needed a cleanse and was searching for restaurants in the Union Market with something yummy that would qualify. I walked up and down the isles before I made my choice here. I ordered three tofu tacos with: -Shredded kale with purple cabbage & carrots tossed with a soy sauce & gochugaru dressing -Avocado -Salsa Roja -Crunchy Shallots The tortillas had a crispy exterior, but still soft to the bite. All the flavors were well balanced and please get extra crunchy shallots, they really give the tacos an extra umph! The staff were all super friendly, knowledgeable and you can literally have your food ready and paid for in seconds. I'll be coming back for lunch again and again and AGAIN - TRY IT!! -ODL Connect with me! IG & YouTube: @AOEAT
My absolute favorite place in Union Market! I generally order their white rice bowl with chicken and toppings (no extra cost). I like that their chicken is very tender and the level of stickiness for the rice is just on point. Toppings include salsa, gochu-pow sauce (a spicy sauce made from fermented Korean gochujang paste, if you don't eat spicy, exclude this from your toppings), lime crema (a sour cream based topping with lime juice, mirin, and agave), sesame seeds, cilantro, and shallots. I have also tried their add-ons before which include cucumber, piko de Gallo (tomatoes with ginger scallion sauce), pickled daiko radish, avocado, and poached egg. Service is quick and friendly. Despite long lines during lunch hours, I can typically get my food in under 10 minutes. On Tuesdays, you can get 3 tacos for a discount price (I think it's around $8-9 if I remember correctly) and they are equally delicious!
1 month ago
I loved the pork tacos with kale and all the fixings! Really generous amounts of juicy, well-marinated meat, flavorful sauces, crispy shallots...this was a hit for me! Their taco Tuesday is a great deal too. The staff here are super friendly and service is really good. It's in a crowded food hall, but I can almost always snag a table. I've had the bulgogi tacos before and didn't like the seasoning as much, but the rest of the taco that time was still solid. Definitely recommend getting the pork tacos! The guac was good on them too. You can see that the portions are good and they're absolutely stuffed with fillings. I see people don't like the rice bowls as much, but taco is in the name and I think they did a fusion Korean taco well. I left very full and happy! read more
In the middle of Union Market, think of TaKorean as a Korean version of Chipotle. I liked that I could fully customize my bowl with white rice, chicken, and a variety of vegetables. The food was just okay for me--nothing bad, but nothing that really stood out or had me wanting to come back right away. The service was standard and efficient, and the decor was very minimalist with a clean, modern feel. Overall, it's a decent option if you're looking for a quick, customizable meal, but the food didn't quite wow me. read more
1 year ago
Hands down my favorite spot for many years. Every time I'd visit DC I'd stop in. This place is so unique in comparison to some of the restaurants near me. Great flavors and spices. Love the kimchi on the side of everything. Kale slaw and cabbage amazing. I surprised my wife with it and she was blown away. Now it's her new favorite DC Spot. Love this place!! read more
1 year ago
I love a good customizable bowl, and this place does it right! Everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly portioned--I ate my whole bowl, no crumbs left. It's become one of my go-to spots for a filling, satisfying meal at Union Market. Highly recommend if you're in the area and want something tasty and customizable. read more
It's super hard deciding what to eat at union market and my group decided on this trip we wanted to get TaKorean because there was a decent crowd of people waiting in line for their food! I was honestly impressed by the quality of their food and also their fast and friendly service. For about $13-$15 a bowl, you get a very generous portion. There was so much in our bowls that we couldn't finish in one sitting. My group all mentioned how we all got a heeping scoop of protein in our bowls. Very flavorful and happy we chose to stop by. read more
Stopped by Takorean after work. I ordered ahead so the food was ready when I arrived. It's a take out only spot but there is seating located throughout the facility (it's in a food hall). The bowl was really good. All the toppings were fresh and full of flavor. There's plenty of options for those who eat meat, and those who are vegan. There's even plenty of gluten free options. Overall I'll give takorean a 8.5/10. read more
2 years ago
Okay Fusion! This reminds me of my hometown in California because we love Kale, and we also tend to have a taste to bring tortillas to Korean Bbq, it makes sense for this combination to exist! read more
1 year ago
I absolutely enjoyed my tacos. They were seasoned well and tasted really good. The service was friendly and quick. I know that it gets quite busy at this location but they do a good job of getting the food out quickly. I would definitely go back when I'm in the area again. read more
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Went here to eat a quick dinner and was surprised to find they do Taco Tuesday ! You get 3 tacos for almost $9 (which is not exactly much savings with $11 something after tax lol) HOWEVER, the tacos were absolutely delicious. It really is like a Korean Chipotle and the people there were really nice. I ordered two bulgogi tacos and one chicken taco. The meat was so flavorful and tender. I picked the kimchi slaw on the bulgogi and the kale on the chicken and I also asked to have everything topped with cilantro, fried shallots, a sauce I can't remember the name of and lime crema. SO GOOD. Maybe I'll come back and try their bowl!! :-) read more
My go to restaurant whenever I'm at union market. It's not traditional Korean food but it still tastes great. I especially love the cucumbers. The people working there are always nice and give big portions. It gets really busy and loud on weekends so be prepared to wait. read more
2 years ago
Decided to visit Union market and decided to stop here. I remember the first store that opened on U St. roughly six years ago. They have changed a decent amount since then. But the food is still decent. My bowl consisted of rice and slaw with some steak and a couple toppings. Steak was a bit dry. But nothing wild to complain about. I miss their other topping selections but I enjoyed it. read more
I remember when TaKorean was just a food truck in DC! It's been years since I visited but I was looking for a quick, easy meal in Union Market and they fit the bill. I got the Chicken Avocado Bowl ($14) with chicken, brown rice, romaine slaw, guacamole, salsa roja, pico de gallo, cilantro, and sesame seeds. It was pretty much exactly what you would expect for a bowl with those ingredients -- solid, but no surprises. The bowl tasted good and just like I remember, maybe due to the specific marinade they use on their chicken. There was no line at ~12:30 PM on a Monday; service was fast and friendly. I was decently full afterwards and didn't have any leftovers, whereas I usually have some leftovers from Chipotle bowls. I wasn't blown away but I would visit again, especially for their Taco Tuesday discount. read more
The description of Takorean - "Korean Taco Grill. A delicious combination of Korean flavors with a Mexican twist all made from scratch." I decided to come here on the week I'm going vegan (only temporarily because I love a good meat sweat). I felt like I needed a cleanse and was searching for restaurants in the Union Market with something yummy that would qualify. I walked up and down the isles before I made my choice here. I ordered three tofu tacos with: -Shredded kale with purple cabbage & carrots tossed with a soy sauce & gochugaru dressing -Avocado -Salsa Roja -Crunchy Shallots The tortillas had a crispy exterior, but still soft to the bite. All the flavors were well balanced and please get extra crunchy shallots, they really give the tacos an extra umph! The staff were all super friendly, knowledgeable and you can literally have your food ready and paid for in seconds. I'll be coming back for lunch again and again and AGAIN - TRY IT!! -ODL Connect with me! IG & YouTube: @AOEAT read more
2 years ago
My absolute favorite place in Union Market! I generally order their white rice bowl with chicken and toppings (no extra cost). I like that their chicken is very tender and the level of stickiness for the rice is just on point. Toppings include salsa, gochu-pow sauce (a spicy sauce made from fermented Korean gochujang paste, if you don't eat spicy, exclude this from your toppings), lime crema (a sour cream based topping with lime juice, mirin, and agave), sesame seeds, cilantro, and shallots. I have also tried their add-ons before which include cucumber, piko de Gallo (tomatoes with ginger scallion sauce), pickled daiko radish, avocado, and poached egg. Service is quick and friendly. Despite long lines during lunch hours, I can typically get my food in under 10 minutes. On Tuesdays, you can get 3 tacos for a discount price (I think it's around $8-9 if I remember correctly) and they are equally delicious! read more
8 months ago
Love this place! It's like a Korean chipotle! I got the three tacos so I could try a bit of each meat and slaw. My favorite by far was the bulgogi with romaine, all the toppings, and added pickled daikon and cucumber (which were clutch). Get the gochupow sauce and the lime crema. Next time I'll get a bulgogi bowl instead of tacos. The chicken bowl was good too! read more
Great lunch choice inside of Union Market. Get your food and go upstairs to the roof to have an outdoor lunch. You "construct" your own bowl or tacos' fillings. I chose a combo of 3 tacos with pulled pork ( you also have a choice of chicken or beef), shredded kale, kimchi, dressing. My companion chose a bowl with beef . Both tacos and the bowl were very good : Fresh, flavorful and tasty. I probably would go for kimchi or coleslaw instead of kale that made taco a bit too dry overall, or will ask for more dressing ( they put very little). read more
This was one of the places I hadn't been to at Union Market so I randomly tried it one day. I got a rice bowl with bulgogi and vegetables, and it was tasty! TaKorean's set up is kind of like Chipotle so this place makes your food pretty fast compared to other places at Union Market and for that, they get an extra kudos! read more
6 years ago
Located in the Union Market, this restaurant always has lines during peak hours. I decided to give it a try, but was a bit disappointed with the flavors. Given that this is a fusion restaurant, I think the balance between Korean and Mexican is off. It doesn't taste very Korean or Mexican, it just ends up being a bit of a boring bowl. I ordered a pork rice bowl with kimchi and all three sauces (salsa, gochujang, and lime sour cream). The pork wasn't what I expected, it's more of a barbacoa. It's not very seasoned and tastes a bit bland. The sauces are also very mild. I wish the salsa had a stronger kick, gochujang had a spicier taste, and the sour cream tasted more limey. In addition, the kimchi is more like a salty slaw - I would not consider it kimchi at all. Overall, I wish the meats, sides, and sauces had more robust flavors. Fusion doesn't have to be mild. read more
If you're looking for Asian fusion cuisine in a laid back environment, then head over to TaKorean at the Union Market food hall. TaKorean combines Korean flavors with tacos! The food hall offers plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, and is easily accessible from the Red Line at the NoMa-Gallaudet metro station. read more
4 years ago
It is set up as an assembly line which makes service super fast. I decided to go with a bowl (the tacos are another popular option) with a base of brown rice, tofu as my protein source and kale as my slaw with a few of the free toppings. The tofu was very plentiful and FULL of flavor. Not many places know how to do tofu justice but this place was spot on. However, the slaw was a bit bland and dry and could of used something like lemon juice to spruce things up. I went to the location inside Union Market so there was plenty of seating options but it was also very crowded. read more
I was in the mood for a rice bowl for lunch and this place hit the spot. I ordered the porky kale rice bowl. The guy making my food asked me if I wanted anything removed or added to my bowl, I asked him for some suggestions and he added sesame seeds and cilantro. I ate it with a ginger lemon kombucha and was very pleased with my selection. The bowl is crunchy and packs a lot of flavor with the spicy kale and pickled daikon. I will definitely go back and try more items off the menu. read more
TaKorean is nowhere near me, so when I go to Union Market, I like to go there for lunch. The staff is always nice, and the food is consistent. I really like the bulgolgi, although it was just a tad dry. The flavor was good, though. Overall, I enjoy coming, and will continue to do so read more
Very good. Very very good! One would think when you go to a place the features tacos...get the taco, BUT it's hard to resist the bowls full of flavor and made to your liking...sweet and savory, or a little heat whatever your preference they have or. The customer service is good and the assembly line approach works perfectly to keep the steady line moving. I'll be back for sure. read more
7 years ago
This place is located inside of a larger market area with a ton of different options of food & a bit of stores (like kitchen towels & stuff like that). I have been waiting over a year to come here, since I heard of it randomly while yelping. It did not let me down. I will say I like the tofu better than the bulgogi, which was a shock to me, but the tofu has more of a sweeter taste to it. It's inside the Union Market building, but definitely come here if you're in the DC area- well worth it! read more
Every time I've been inside of Union Market this place always has a stack of people in line. I've been wanting to get out this spot, and I finally found my window of opportunity. I've heard about the tacos @takorean , and decided to go to their location at 1309 5th St., N.E. Washington D.C. (inside of Union Market). They have tacos, with a Korean fusion thing going on here!! . . . All right here we go with my beloved simplified menus!! This book has tacos... and bowls. You go in you choose whether you want a taco or a bowl (white or brown rice with the bowl). You choose a slaw Kimchi, Romaine, or spiced kale. You choose a protein...chicken, steak (bulgogi), pork, or pan roasted vegetables. You got your add-ons like a poached egg, pickled radish, or their Guakamole (avocado lightly seasoned with ginger and rice vinegar). When you finish everything off with their toppings...salsa Roja, Lime Crema, Sesame seeds, cilantro, crunchy Shallots, and their Gochu-Pie sauce (a spicy sauce from fermented Korean gochujang paste). That's it. . . So I got four tacos for $11.20( $.60 extra for the bulgogi and $2.65 for the 4th taco), and a bowl for $11.69 ($1.80 extra for the bulgogi). Everything I copped has lime crema, crunchy shallots, salsa roja, cilantro & sesame seeds. Let's get to it. . First up is their chicken taco (pictured with spiced kale)...STAMP!! All these ingredients were tasty with a twist, and fulfilling!! I'd DEFINITELY get this again!! . The Bulgogi (pictured with Romaine)...STAMP!! You could really taste the spice on the steak, 3 bites...this was gone!! . Next up is the tofu taco (pictured with hoisin & pickled cabbage)...DELICIOUS!! This one definitely hit the spot, I'm just not a fan of the fermented pickled cabbage. 'Twas delicious though. . Last of the tacos is the pork "Bo Ssam" (pictured with spiced kale & Gochu Pow sauce)...DELICIOUS!! The pork was a tad tough, but delicious nonetheless!! . The bowl (pictured with chicken, steak, brown rice, & kale)...STAMP!! I recommend this bowl!! Trust!! I also got some chips that I didn't even touch for $2.25. . . Customer service was on point here, online navigation is smooth, they do deliver via 3rd party, the establishment was clean, and parking was decent. Good food!! Go!! That's it. #bigschlimsreviews #litepocketmeals #koreanfusion #tacos #bulgogi #bowls #chicken #pork #tofu #limecrema #cilantro #spicedkale #Gochupowsauce #crunchyshallots #deliciousness #stamp #go #thatsit read more
TaKorean Korean Taco Grill Ratings: 3.9/5 Food: 4/5 - Tacos are excellent, and the tortilla was decent too. I ordered chicken, steak and pork. The pork is by far my favorite, because the meat is very tender. I think their sauces are the reason why the tacos are so good. There's just so much flavors to it, I love it. Interesting flavor profile. They also have a variety of toppings and sauces to choose from with no additional cost, so that's a plus. Lastly, the taco is quite small, so ordering 3 would be perfect for one person. Ambiance: 4/5 - Union Market is always my go to for a quick bite. It is always clean and there are lots of outdoor seating available for people to sit. There are seating available in the back of the building such as the garage and a rooftop, but that requires reservation. Make sure to make a reservation ahead of time. Price: 3.75/5 - Thought $4 per taco is getting a bit over the limit, especially when the portion isn't that big. I think before it was around $3 to $3.5 per taco before, but not sure. However with COVID-19, it makes sense to increase price a bit to survive or stay in operation. Service: 4/5 - The server was patience with my order requests and suggested the slaws and several toppings/sauces, because there are a huge selection of options to choose from. Yeah, the number of toppings to choose from can be overwhelming, but they got a good assembly line going on there. BLUF: I think this place is pretty good compared to the other vendors at Union Market. Also, the line isn't too long either, and they move pretty fast. Would recommend if you are looking for something fast and somewhat healthy. read more
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