The 5 best Korean places in Seattle
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Craving Korean food?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top Korean spots around Seattle, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to venture next time you're on the hunt.
1. Chan
Topping the list is Chan. Located at 86 Pine St. (between Pike Place and Post Alley) in Pike Market, the gastropub, Asian fusion and Korean spot is the highest rated Korean restaurant in Seattle, boasting 4.5 stars out of 797 reviews on Yelp. Dig into options like the deep fried rice cakes, bulgogi sliders, deep fried oysters and more.
2. Umma's Lunch Box
Next up is Central Business District's Umma's Lunch Box, situated at 1301 Fifth Ave., Concourse (between Union and University streets). With 4.5 stars out of 407 reviews on Yelp, the Korean and buffet spot has proven to be a local favorite. Umma's Lunch Box is a self-serve restaurant with a flat fee for its create-a-plate options — Choose from hand rolled sushi, noodles, baked meats and more.
3. Teriyaki 1st
The University District's Teriyaki 1st, located at 5201 University Way NE, Suite B (between 52nd and 55th streets), is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the Japanese and Korean spot 4.5 stars out of 311 reviews. This spot serves up teriyaki plates with a variety of chicken, pork, salmon or mixed vegetable options.
4. Joule
Over in Wallingford, check out Joule, which has earned four stars out of 848 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Asian fusion, Korean and breakfast and brunch spot at 3506 Stone Way North (between 35th and 36th streets).
Joule offers a variety of breakfast options, including biscuits, grits and hash. For dinner, it dishes up smoked tofu, beef tartare, bone marrow and other Korean fare.
5. Kimchi House
Finally, there's Kimchi House, a Ballard favorite with 4.5 stars out of 222 reviews. Stop by 5809 24th Ave. NW (between 59th and 58th streets) to hit up the Korean spot, which offers sandwiches and more, next time the urge strikes. Order up kimchi ramen, spicy pork, grilled tofu and more.
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