The restaurant's location is convenient for MGH workers, but the service fell short of my expectations. We waited at our table for over 30 minutes before we could even place our food order, and the staff seemed too rushed to provide attentive service. To add to the frustration, I noticed another staff member, an Asian lady, seated behind the bar, seemingly preoccupied with a computer and not assisting her partner. This lack of teamwork further contributed to the overall delay and dissatisfaction with our experience.Additionally, I'd like to address the behavior of the Asian lady who was seated behind the bar. Her loud voice and obnoxious laughter were extremely disruptive and made it difficult for us to enjoy our meal. It felt unprofessional for a public restaurant environment. I hope the management can address these issues to ensure a more pleasant dining experience for all customers.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
josem138
I didn't need to book a Saturday for two at 7:30 p.m.The two dishes we ordered are good but even though we added 'mild' spicy and specified that we wanted the least spicy possible, my lips still burned. My faultThe bathroom is quite ugly and the toilet doesn't stop flushing water.We will share two dishes and it will cost $34 total
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Tooba
Comfort food with great ambience and efficient service.Got their soft tofu stew which was exactly like how I've had it in Korea. Definitely coming back for more whenever I'm in the area!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Soft Tofu Stew
Rai H.
진짜 이런게 한식당인게 부끄러운 수준.? Time Visited: 4??? Summary: My recent visit to Seoul Restaurant in Boston was regrettable, combining average food quality with poor service and a disorganized atmosphere.? Food: As a Korean, I found the cuisine average. The dishes did not meet the high standards I expect from Korean cooking.? Atmosphere: The restaurant’s environment was disappointing. Despite its spaciousness, the ambiance was negatively impacted by clutter, such as boxes stacked beside tables and disarray in seating arrangements, all less noticeable due to dim lighting.? Service: I was genuinely disappointed with the service at Seoul Restaurant. On this visit, and in my past three visits, the same server has consistently been part of our experience. This time, when we simply asked for more side dishes (banchan), her reaction was shockingly rude – she actually shouted at us, saying, “I gave you double before.” ??♀️ It was unsettling to be yelled at for such a standard request, especially since it’s common in Korean restaurants to refill side dishes. Furthermore, the overall service was slow and unorganized.제발 스탭 관리 좀 했으면 함.??♀️ Would I revisit this place? Never again. Considering the combination of just satisfactory food, a messy and disorganized setting, and consistently poor service from a regular staff member, I am hesitant to return to Seoul Restaurant. Significant improvements in both the quality of service and the dining environment are necessary for a better experience.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Subu
This authentic asian restaurant is opposite of Massachusetts General Hospital building.Does not have parking other than street parking in nearby street which is hard to find. But if you are walking around the area and craving for authentic Korean food. This is the right placeWe were there for brunch. Family friendly.. there are high chairs. The bbq stove at table was not being used.We got hot and sour soup and its been 3 weeks and am craving that soup again. If was perfect as it was super cold that day.We also had Korean fried chicken with sweet and spicy sauce, bibimbap, kimchi pancake, yakisoba and oh my all these dishes were yum.I did not like bulgogi but as it was more soggy and i like it more on dryer side.Reasonable and clean
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Stone Pot Bibimbap with Spicy Pork, Stone Pot Bibimbap
Icibilbo 92
Wheelchair accessibility: One restroom on the first floor
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ramen, Gyoza, House Made Gyoza
이예찬
The food wasn't fusion, so it was good to eat.The atmosphere and service are a bit poor.It seems like work is a hassle...Vegetarian options: Tofu stew
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
Jennifer Lee
Spacious and friendly but DO NOT go if you are looking for authentic Korean food. $20 Galbitang tasted just like instant ramen.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Ardhra Sivasankaran
Good food, lovely location and ambience. I recommend the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Sung Ho Kim
I've been coming to this place every time we're in the neighborhood (west end) to check out asian cuisine. It might be a pure coincidental to have terrible food quality & service but we were surprised how we were RARELY given an attention from the server throughout our meals. Plus, it was unbelievable how all the side dishes were served in a single plate, since when K-food Banchans been served like that? All dishes we ordered (beef bone stew soups, tofu soups) were seasoned way too salty / heavy almost made few of cough as we were eating them. Too much MSG :( As i mentioned before, I don't exactly know what happened last night, because we usually have a very enjoyable dining experience here, but I had to leave this review so that future customers don't have to experience the same. Owners and Staff members, please do not take this feedback too personally, we do understand how hard ya all work to provide the best services on a daily basis.Maybe I will give another shot few months later.
We ordered spicy soup and bulgogi and kimchi. Over $50 plus tip. As a Korean, I am so offended at the tiny portions. Are they kidding me? I am ashamed for them. Is this a joke? Total rip off. Do not order from them. Wow. Just wow..
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Krystel Sierra
Lovely service, one of the best miso soups I've had! Gyozas/dumplings are great and so is the gimbap.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Roll, Banchan, Miso Soup, Gyoza, House Made Gyoza
Carl Nelson
Having visited South Korea many times, I was thrilled to find authentic Korean food on Cambridge Street in Boston. The scallion pancakes were amazing - not usually a highlight of my meal - and the stone bowl beef bimmibap took my mind back to Seoul. Great food!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Korean Scallion Pancake, Stone Pot
Siobhan B (libgamr)
Had the Soulongtan, Korean pancake and Spicy Pork bbq. Amazing food, large portions and low price for Boston. Will definitely go here the next time I'm in the area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michelle Cao
The food was amazing, esp the beef udon and stone bowl bibimbap. The service was a bit slow but the ambience was super nice in a good area of Boston!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Stone Pot Bibimbap with Spicy Pork
The restaurant's location is convenient for MGH workers, but the service fell short of my expectations. We waited at our table for over 30 minutes before we could even place our food order, and the staff seemed too rushed to provide attentive service. To add to the frustration, I noticed another staff member, an Asian lady, seated behind the bar, seemingly preoccupied with a computer and not assisting her partner. This lack of teamwork further contributed to the overall delay and dissatisfaction with our experience.Additionally, I'd like to address the behavior of the Asian lady who was seated behind the bar. Her loud voice and obnoxious laughter were extremely disruptive and made it difficult for us to enjoy our meal. It felt unprofessional for a public restaurant environment. I hope the management can address these issues to ensure a more pleasant dining experience for all customers.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
I didn't need to book a Saturday for two at 7:30 p.m.The two dishes we ordered are good but even though we added 'mild' spicy and specified that we wanted the least spicy possible, my lips still burned. My faultThe bathroom is quite ugly and the toilet doesn't stop flushing water.We will share two dishes and it will cost $34 total
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Comfort food with great ambience and efficient service.Got their soft tofu stew which was exactly like how I've had it in Korea. Definitely coming back for more whenever I'm in the area!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Soft Tofu Stew
진짜 이런게 한식당인게 부끄러운 수준.? Time Visited: 4??? Summary: My recent visit to Seoul Restaurant in Boston was regrettable, combining average food quality with poor service and a disorganized atmosphere.? Food: As a Korean, I found the cuisine average. The dishes did not meet the high standards I expect from Korean cooking.? Atmosphere: The restaurant’s environment was disappointing. Despite its spaciousness, the ambiance was negatively impacted by clutter, such as boxes stacked beside tables and disarray in seating arrangements, all less noticeable due to dim lighting.? Service: I was genuinely disappointed with the service at Seoul Restaurant. On this visit, and in my past three visits, the same server has consistently been part of our experience. This time, when we simply asked for more side dishes (banchan), her reaction was shockingly rude – she actually shouted at us, saying, “I gave you double before.” ??♀️ It was unsettling to be yelled at for such a standard request, especially since it’s common in Korean restaurants to refill side dishes. Furthermore, the overall service was slow and unorganized.제발 스탭 관리 좀 했으면 함.??♀️ Would I revisit this place? Never again. Considering the combination of just satisfactory food, a messy and disorganized setting, and consistently poor service from a regular staff member, I am hesitant to return to Seoul Restaurant. Significant improvements in both the quality of service and the dining environment are necessary for a better experience.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
This authentic asian restaurant is opposite of Massachusetts General Hospital building.Does not have parking other than street parking in nearby street which is hard to find. But if you are walking around the area and craving for authentic Korean food. This is the right placeWe were there for brunch. Family friendly.. there are high chairs. The bbq stove at table was not being used.We got hot and sour soup and its been 3 weeks and am craving that soup again. If was perfect as it was super cold that day.We also had Korean fried chicken with sweet and spicy sauce, bibimbap, kimchi pancake, yakisoba and oh my all these dishes were yum.I did not like bulgogi but as it was more soggy and i like it more on dryer side.Reasonable and clean
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Stone Pot Bibimbap with Spicy Pork, Stone Pot Bibimbap
Wheelchair accessibility: One restroom on the first floor
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ramen, Gyoza, House Made Gyoza
The food wasn't fusion, so it was good to eat.The atmosphere and service are a bit poor.It seems like work is a hassle...Vegetarian options: Tofu stew
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
Spacious and friendly but DO NOT go if you are looking for authentic Korean food. $20 Galbitang tasted just like instant ramen.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Good food, lovely location and ambience. I recommend the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
I've been coming to this place every time we're in the neighborhood (west end) to check out asian cuisine. It might be a pure coincidental to have terrible food quality & service but we were surprised how we were RARELY given an attention from the server throughout our meals. Plus, it was unbelievable how all the side dishes were served in a single plate, since when K-food Banchans been served like that? All dishes we ordered (beef bone stew soups, tofu soups) were seasoned way too salty / heavy almost made few of cough as we were eating them. Too much MSG :( As i mentioned before, I don't exactly know what happened last night, because we usually have a very enjoyable dining experience here, but I had to leave this review so that future customers don't have to experience the same. Owners and Staff members, please do not take this feedback too personally, we do understand how hard ya all work to provide the best services on a daily basis.Maybe I will give another shot few months later.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Beef Bulgogi
Restaurantji Recommends
We ordered spicy soup and bulgogi and kimchi. Over $50 plus tip. As a Korean, I am so offended at the tiny portions. Are they kidding me? I am ashamed for them. Is this a joke? Total rip off. Do not order from them. Wow. Just wow..
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Lovely service, one of the best miso soups I've had! Gyozas/dumplings are great and so is the gimbap.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Roll, Banchan, Miso Soup, Gyoza, House Made Gyoza
Having visited South Korea many times, I was thrilled to find authentic Korean food on Cambridge Street in Boston. The scallion pancakes were amazing - not usually a highlight of my meal - and the stone bowl beef bimmibap took my mind back to Seoul. Great food!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Korean Scallion Pancake, Stone Pot
Had the Soulongtan, Korean pancake and Spicy Pork bbq. Amazing food, large portions and low price for Boston. Will definitely go here the next time I'm in the area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food was amazing, esp the beef udon and stone bowl bibimbap. The service was a bit slow but the ambience was super nice in a good area of Boston!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Stone Pot Bibimbap with Spicy Pork