Seoul Street Cafe

"If I could rate Seoul Street Cafe any higher, I would. From the moment you walk in the door you are greeted with a smile and a hello. We were unfamiliar with the menu as it was our first time in and the owner walked us through what we may like according to our preferences. We did the combo meal with the Kimbap Roll, Fried Spicy K Chicken, Joomukbap, and Fried Dumplings. Everything was beyond delicious and the K-Chicken was not overpoweringly spicy. Just the right amount of heat and flavor with gochujang. The Thai Tea is delicious and the restaurant was meticulously clean. We will be back very very soon. Highly recommend trying out Seoul Street Cafe if you are looking to try some new items!"

"OVERVIEW: The first thing I thought about this place was just how fun the atmosphere was and how inviting it felt. And then I tasted the food. Transcendent. I was transported beyond Boise's good but typical fare into the deeper authentic experience I had last found in Seattle International District. The food elevates a welcoming cafe to a true culinary experience with masterful executions on Korean street food delivered by excellent service. This is the kind of restaurant Boise needs more of! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT. ATMOSPHERE: K-pop sets the backdrop to a beautiful, modern aesthetic foreground. The tables were all clean. The whole place could simply be described as "bright," but as a full affect, rather than just literal high light levels (it's bright but natural light mostly). The energy just feels fun and open while maintaining accessibility for those less initiated in Korean street food. FOOD: I love that the menu remains true to the roots of the dishes and doesn't Americanize form (placing on rice or putting it in a cup or taco) or flavors (aside from shaving some scoville off). I also appreciate the menu feels quite clear on what things are. While I've had a decent amount and various takes on Korean food, I definitely couldn't order by name alone and know what I was getting. As for quality and flavor: Outstanding. Not a single bite was lacking crisp where it should be or chewy where chewy should be. As for flavor, undeniably excellent and indelible delectable. SERVICE: Fast, friendly, caring. As a kid, I remember going to friends' houses, whose parents made dishes that transported me to different places with exciting new flavors and foods I had never experienced before. One thing all these experiences had in common was the pride in hospitality and the pride on delivery. It was a moment I got to share in a culture beyond my own and see a glimpse into their world. This is the service I received here... right down to the gentleman clearing my plate. It was like we were eating at his table this evening."

"Stopped in today (a Sunday) & was greeted warmly & with a smile! The menu is easy to read & laid out nicely with a great selection of dishes. The kind of stuff we’ve been really missing here in downtown Boise. Prices are reasonable this spot for sure won’t bankrupt you on a date fellas! The family just opened this business & I was really happy with what I saw & tasted here! I’ll absolutely be back in for their Ramen! Seoul Street Cafe made an excellent first impression on me!"