BURGER SEOUL

Great service and cute atmosphere! The food was solid overall. I really enjoyed the homemade pickles—definitely a standout. The sauce was decent, though not quite my favorite. Fries were seasoned, but unfortunately tasted strongly of garlic powder, which threw me off. We tried the Seoul Burger and the Smash Burger; the smash-style Smash Burger was much better in my opinion. I’d definitely come back to try something different next time. Great service and a really cute vibe made the experience worthwhile!

One word: AMAZING!!! This burger joint brings Korean twist to your burgers making you want more! We tried the GOAT burger aka the Seoul burger and it was spot on. I had mine with gluten free bun. Sweet potato fries were crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. All the ingredients were fresh and blend well together. We are visiting the area but we are coming back once again to try the Fire chicken sandwich and the smash patty as it looked amazing! I totally recommend this place. Owner is friendly and came to check on us. Very approachable which added some connection to our experience. It was just perfect:)

The food is always delicious and flavorful. It’s so much more than your average burger and so filling. The owner has a lot of heart for the business and food and makes sure the high quality is always there!

What a great experience! The restaurant was very clean and had a neat and natural aesthetic. The service was great! I think this man may have been the owner or manager, he had a pink beanie, very attentive and kind. The burger was so good, cooked well and had a nice flavor. I got the burger with guacamole and ALL of the ingredients were fresh!

Hands down one of the best burger joints in town! The flavor is next-level—savory, juicy patties stacked with fresh, local ingredients that hit the spot every time. The folks behind the counter treat you like a neighbor, not just a customer—super friendly and quick with a smile. You can tell they take real pride in their food and service. The whole vibe is laid-back and welcoming, making it a go-to spot for a casual bite or bringing friends.

Everything EXCELLENT from location, parking, ambiance & service. Our half pound Seoul burger cooked to perfection dressed with fresh veggies. Pickles & kimchi deliciously supported order. One star short only because pork belly sandwich was a tad dry with little seasonings. Appreciated Server Young checking in on all customers. A definite return during our annual visits from Hawaii🤙

I had heard good things about Seoul Burger, so a few friends and I decided to check it out while we were in Tacoma. Honestly? We were blown away. It was so good we ended up going back every day of the trip — not even joking. We pretty much tried the whole menu. My top picks were the Seoul X and the Euro Smash Burger, and the garlic fries are seriously addictive. The flavors are bold, different in a really good way. You can tell a lot of care goes into everything. The owner is the one running the place, super friendly and down-to-earth, which makes the whole experience feel personal and welcoming. The place itself is clean, stylish, and low-key cool. One thing to know — the burgers have a Korean twist, so expect things like kimchi-based sauces and unique flavor combos. Might not be for super picky eaters, but if you’re into trying something different and well made, this spot is 100% worth it.

I’ll start this off like this… please come to West Seattle. This place would crush it in our part of town!! You’d see me weekly for sure. I had the bulgogiger… it was the BOMB. Perfect marinade on the beef, texture was amazing. House made pickles were the perfect kinda kimchi touch. I’d give it a 9/10. The iceberg lettuce, I’d swap out for a shredded version and some of that fire sauce on the bottom and it’s close to perfect. My son got the Seoul burger and the cheese was perfection. It was super sharp and had cracked pepper all throughout it. Maybe the best burger cheese I’ve had (at least that I can remember). The fries, couldn’t ask for more. The milkshakes were phenomenal, seemed like French vanilla (had the speckles). I even bought a jar of the pickles to take home. This place is worth a 45 minute drive.

The best. So good. At 9pm there was quite a long line so there was a bit of a wait. (~12min) It's nice and clean inside, good lighting Ok but the food was fire. Really love the pork fries. The bulgogiger is amazing- great pickled cucumbers and marinade.

Finally this local gem has a brick and mortar storefront! I ordered my superbolgogi and garlic fries online. When I came to pick up it was ready ahead of the promised time. My burger was a good size, meat was flavorful with KBBQ marinade. It was a messy burger! It does not come with onion, tomato, or pickles. Garlic fries are thick cut with crispy exterior and fluffy interior. The pick up window is not a drive thru, there are parking spots adjacent and then you can walk up to the window. It was a bit confusing on the email stating to specify if the customer wanted curbside pickup or window pickup because I didn't see that option on checkout. Ambiance - small burger joint with some tables/seats outside and a small seating area inside. Eat local!

I've had some questionable meals in my time, but this burger truly takes the cake... or should I say, takes the patty. I ordered a classic cheeseburger, expecting a delicious, juicy meal. What I got was a nightmare disguised as a sandwich. First off, the patty was barely cooked. It was pink, cold in the middle, and suspiciously raw--not the way I expect my beef to be, especially considering the health risks of eating undercooked meat. I took a bite, hoping it was just a fluke, but the texture was so off it almost felt like I was eating a rubbery, mushy mess. The flavor? Barely existent. Instead of that rich, grilled taste you expect from a burger, all I could taste was... nothing. Not even the seasoning seemed to make it past the undercooked meat. To top it all off, the bun was stale and fell apart after the first bite. I don't know how they managed to ruin a burger so badly, but they did. I'm honestly more concerned about the health implications of eating this than I am about the lack of flavor. Overall, this was an incredibly disappointing experience. I wouldn't risk it if I were you. There are better ways to ruin a meal than serving raw beef. Avoid at all costs.

I was excited to try this place because my husband mentioned it, it sounded good, and had a reputation from when it was a food truck/trailer. While this wasn't a "bad" experience, it was expensive and just overall underwhelming. The fries were probably the best part of the meal. I ordered the bulgogi burger and probably should have stuck with a regular one. While I LOVE bulgogi, I don't know that I like it on a burger or perhaps just not this bulgogi. The reasons above and the fact that lunch for two of us was nearly $50 is why I am only giving them three stars. If you are in the area, stop in.

Burger seoul makes tasty Korean fusion versions of American classics. They had an interesting take of the smashburger as it had cucumbers and a gochujang? sauce (I was pleasantly surprised by the cucumber). The sweet potato fries were crispy and I preferred them over the garlic fries. Great value for the smashburger ($8).

Hands down the best burger spot in WA. We loved Burger Seoul when they had their food truck and it's awesome that they have their own space to be more creative with their menu. Between my boyfriend and I, we have tried everything on the menu. Our favorites are the Seoul Burger, Fire Soul Burger, and pork Fire Fries. I have noticed that the sauce on their burgers are inconsistent and this is an area of improvement. Sometimes there is not enough sauce so the burger is too dry, and sometimes the burger is drenched in sauce. The shakes are fine but I think they're overpriced and not worth it.

Yes yes yes. Such incredible delicious umami stuffed burgers and great fries too. There's so much going on in your mouth when you eat at Burger Seoul and it's all good. Plus the guys there are really nice and you can buy kimchi and other condiments to go! On a sunny day you can sit outside and enjoy the sunshine and watch the traffic go by.

I went to the food truck a longggg time ago and the brick and mortar did not disappoint. Was this a cheap burger joint? No. Was it delicious and would we be back? Yes. The person working the register was super friendly and didn't rush us as we decided on what we wanted. The food came out rather quickly and was hot. The burgers are HUGE! The fries are a nice thicker cut. They were crisp and golden. The shake? She was thiccccck. My niece visiting from Tennessee said this was her favorite place we have visited this far.

Not my type of burger, but everyone has different tastes. Just not for me. Service was great but I couldn't get into the sauce on my burger. Give them a try for yourself but the Asian twist with the sauce wasn't something I I could wrap my taste buds around.

We had a pleasant time at Burger Seoul. The owner is super friendly and enjoys chatting about the business and food. We ordered the garlic fries, which were fried perfectly. If you are a fan of garlic flavor, you might want to try the super garlic fries instead of the regular garlic fries. The buns are excellent for the super bulgogi and samgyeopsal. I wish the bulgogi had a bit more flavor, but overall it has a good balance with the very fresh lettuce. The samgyeopsal is outstanding--the meat is great, and the kimchi adds a perfect flavor without overpowering the main taste of the meat. They also sell some Korean sides, known as banchan.

This place was absolutely amazing! Small, but great. We went there after a long day at the Zoo. The staff were very friendly and service was great. Ambiance was nice. The food was TO DIE FOR!! Ugh SO GOOD! Will definitely be back! Who knew Korean cucumber salad would go so well on a cheeseburger?! 1000/10 :)

Omg Sat eve done with yard work, didn't want to cook. So here we r have my Seugi burger. Love that shrimp!! One jar of pickles as appitizer and one Burger Seoul. Oh my I'm in heaven.

Our first experience with Burger Seoul was with the truck during the potato shortage which is wild to even think about. They were super friendly and so apologetic about having to sub sweet potatoes (which were some of the best sweet potato fries I've had). The burger was amazing. We waited patiently for the brick and mortar to open and I am so glad its here! More options, more staff, and a great sized menu. We will be back to try more- the sauces and meat are top notch. The indoor seating goes quickly but the tables turn over pretty quickly and you can always take it to go. Would highly recommend if you're looking for a good Asian fusion burger or some creative fry dishes.

What a great experience! The restaurant was very clean and had a neat and natural aesthetic. The service was great! I think this man may have been the owner or manager, he had a pink beanie, very attentive and kind. The burger was so good, cooked well and had a nice flavor. I got the burger with guacamole and ALL of the ingredients were fresh!

Honestly, the picture doesn't do the SIZE of this burger justice. It should be served with a shovel, it's HUGE! Easily shareable, this burger has BIG flavor for someone with a BIG appetite! Got the avocaseoul and sweet potato fries - it was everything you'd want in a mexi-korean fusion burger! Absolutely must get those sweet potato fries to cut thru that heaviness with something a little sweet!

Best Burger I've Ever Had -- Period. Burger Seoul blew me away. I'm not exaggerating when I say the Seoulx Burger is the best burger I've ever had. The flavors were out of this world -- perfectly cooked beef, melty cheese, Korean-inspired sauces, and their house-made kimchi that ties it all together with a spicy, tangy kick. Every bite was balanced, bold, and downright unforgettable. Their Fire Fries are just as impressive -- loaded with spicy Korean sauce, gooey cheese, and that same amazing kimchi. The portion is generous and packed with flavor -- definitely not your average side of fries. The space is clean and stylish, and the staff was super friendly and helpful. You can tell they care about what they're serving and want you to enjoy the experience. If you're looking for a burger that's on another level, Burger Seoul is it. I'm already planning my next visit -- this place is a game changer.

Our group had the SeoulX, Superbulgogi and smash cheeseburgers. We loved them all along with the super garlic fries and the best ever strawberry milkshake. This is what I chose for my first meal after a fast. It more than hit the mark.

Creative, Korean inspired burgers, loaded fries, and miscellaneous sides. Super nice people, high quality ingredients, well prepared, and packed with flavor! Don't miss the fire fries (double the meat) or cool milkshakes that don't discriminate and bring the boys AND the girls to the yard.

Can a burger be so messy that it's unenjoyable?! Burger Seoul flirts with that line! While the Fire Chicken was messy, it was equally delicious. A few less pieces of lettuce would help reduce the "slip-factor" and keep it a bit more manageable... that's the biggest complaint I have. The chicken was larger than I expected and perfectly cooked. The sauce is a perfect mixed of sweetness and warmth. All this between a fresh large bun. You definitely get what you pay for!! The burger was perfectly cooked to temp (chef kiss), as you rarely find that type of attention to detail at a burger place. Fries were fresh and hot. Nothing special here as we just got the plain fries. Unfortunately, staff in issues meant we didn't get a milkshake. This disappointed my hubby because on the past they have been sooo good! The staff is wonderful! Very friendly and patient. There's indoor and outdoor seating. The bathroom is very clean for as busy as it gets in there. All-in-all, it's worth the wait and all the hype! I'll be going back for sure!

I think this spot is good, not great. The fries were very good and so was the shake. I was slightly bummed by the temperature of my sandwiches. The Seoul Burger was warm, but not the warmth that I hope to have with my burgers. The Fire Soul was lukewarm at best, bordering on cold, which I suspect to be due to the cold produce on the sandwich. Now, I will say that I walked this food home (5ish minutes from walking out of the restaurant to starting the meal). It took probably about 15 minutes for us to get our food and it is a small space, so I waited outside.

I'm happy to have finally visited the new permanent location! I've been a customer when they were a food truck and Burger Seoul is one of our faves. It was awesome to see the community pour in with support for funding the opening of this location and it was nice to see how busy it was when I got there! I ordered Avacasoul which was usually not available/sold out and the guacamole and burger was delicious, although it was pretty big for my small mouth and got really messy for me. The sweet potato fries were crispy and delicious as always. I also enjoy Seoul Burger and my husband loves Fire Soul. I found the side window option to grab your food outside a nice touch So happy to see this business up and running again!

Fantastic addition to Tacoma! Right on 6th and Division. Unassuming building, very small place, with about 3 to 4 tables. Came in around 2pm on a weekday- was still busy! Korean inspired burgers- small menu but packed with unbelievable flavor! My daughter tried the Avocasoul, I tried the Bulgogier- we savored every last bite of both burgers! Super fresh, unique flavors, sooooo good! We shared some sweet potato fries as a side- delicious!! One of the top ten best burgers I've ever tried to date!! They did accept cards- not only cash/zelle as previous review stated.

Super yummy korean-inspired burgers, what's not to love! I can tell people like this place from how busy it is. Went in at 2pm and there was a long line but it does move fast. Apparently used to be a food truck and they've recently established this physical location (that's how popular they were!). I appreciated that there were good parking spaces around. There's seating indoors and outdoors, when it's busy you might have to wait but the turnaround should be quick. Cash and zelle only - Maybe this will change in the future but just FYI before you go.

It was a slow day, two customers in front of me and another customer who ordered after me. I ordered only two burgers. All customers received their orders before me. I inquired about my order and they said it would take another 10 mins. When asked about why my order is taking so long, they just replied we forgot about your order, not really apologetic.

My husband and I have been going to Burger Seoul for years and have introduced friends and family to this place throughout the years, so we were bummed out that they closed down their 19th street location earlier than expected this year. Tacoma can now breathe a sigh of relief because Young and his team have reopened, though now, it is a brick and mortar location at the beginning of Division Ave and 6th Ave (right across Memos). They will continue to serve their OG burgers and sides (woohoo for Fire Seoul!) AND will offer new options on their menu which I am excited to try when available. Grand opening will be August 26th.

I'm happy that Burger Seoul opened a restaurant. It is a big upgrade from the food truck as they also added more food items. The food has improved from when they were operating out if a food truck. I'm glad they are growing! All of my friends have so many praises for this place but unfortunately my experience with the food is different from theirs. I found the burger to be very dry. I think the burger patty itself isn't very juicy and there was a lack of sauce on my Seoul Burger. I would have liked to have more of the Seoul sauce on my burger because all I could taste was the mustard. The burger patty also needs seasoning - I couldn't taste anything, not even salt. Very plain. The fries were probably my favorite part of the meal. I love good fries. The burger fries had soo much meat, cheese, and sauce. The fries were crisp and I really enjoyed eating these. They have very limited seating inside (just a few tables) but have a good amount of seats outside so it would be good for warmer weather. When it gets busy it can take a while for them to make your food since everything is made to order. The workers are very nice though.

came here on a whim after picking up a Facebook marketplace purchase in Tacoma. great stop for food because the free and easy parking! the restaurant in the outside is not easily visible to the eye when you are driving because the lit-up sign is so small and under the this big umbrella-like hut ceiling. be careful when driving because you have to make a sharp, acute turn to enter in. legible menu, but no pictures. hard to tell the difference between the burgers when they have similar ingredients in smaller font under each of the foods. I love the Korean fusion with American diner food, but unfortunately, the inside of the restaurant did not reflect that with its very few tables and chairs/booths adorned with that popular checkered pattern, jukebox for visitors to pick the music, etc. staff was not even Korean, which is comical, but the food tasted good, nonetheless. the generously and spicily sauced patty with hints of pickled Korean vegetables was a nice touch. it has that sweet taste that balances well with the light spice, but the burger was falling out with its ingredients as they were poorly placed. it was also served to me on the cooler end even though it claims to have been freshly made. maybe it is the Washington weather that made the meal feel cooler? Not sure... expensive for a burger of this quality, but still a good fusion eat that I have not yet exposed my taste buds to

I love Burger Seoul. This is truly a destination burger right here in Tacoma! I have been eating at Burger Seoul for a couple years now and the food is consistently delicious. The team there is always friendly and the new brick and mortar store is clean, bright and welcoming! The Fire Seoul burger is generally my go to, but everything is worth trying. Be prepared for this adventure as the burgers are big and there is a chance of gettin" saucy with it. On another important note, they sell their pickles!!! There is no reason to get pickles from the grocery store when you can get these homemade pickles! I'm so glad this place exists and everyone needs to try it.

Soooo good and fresh. Cheeseburger and Chicken Fire were great. Love the fire sauce, but specially on those AMAZING Sweet Potato Fries. I'll be back!

Giving it a 3 but it could be a 4. Maybe it was an off day for them. We got 2 burgers. Superbulgogiger and Soul Burger X. First off, the quality of the meat was very good. Giving props where its deserved. Superbulgogiger was our fav of the 2. The patty was tender and moist. But over all I thought it lacked that 'bulgogi' flavor punch. I mean I tasted it, but it could have had a bit more oomf. It was like a high quality lite teri burger. The brioche bun is nice. but they totally lose points with the iceberg lettuce. The Soul Burger X was .... how to put it nicely... not my fav at all. Again, the meat quality was excellent, but lacked flavor. So bland. The combo of the fire sauce did not work for me and lacked ccomplexity. Fries were decent and that's all I got to say about that. The ambiance is cute. Super casual and lots of tables. I get that we have to bus our own tables, but the employees should at least clean the table. Every table was dirty from previous diners. Sorry, but there's no excuse for that. Especially since I'm expected to tip even though I ordered at the counter, picked up my food at the counter and then bussed my own table. I think it's the least they could do. But, there is a video of the owner on loop and it is quite entertaining. He seems to be quite a character. Videos of him eating with much enthusiasm! He seems like a ham in the best possible way.

Food is just as Amazing as the Food Truck! My first time to the restaurant location, I ate all of my Seoul Burger & Garlic fries! Next time I will have the Avocasoul Burger, My friend's eyes were too big for her tummy.. wink wink- The staff is wonderful for any questions & service. We also met Yong sp?

Got our order wrong. Charged six dollars for no fries in the box. Shrimp burger was order with no tartar sauce, grilled onions, and cheese. Only got the cheese right. Onions were just regular onions not grilled. Unacceptable for 40 dollars worth of food. They need to check their food before sending it out

Everything you order has a high attention to detail. Starting in its presentation to flavor profiles that culminate an experience you wish doesn't have to end. Neat and clean decor adds to a nice first impression with their new brick and mortar location. Keep up the good work!

Been there three times now and every time it's obvious that I have to go back again. The food is delicious, I highly recommend pretty much all items on the menu. Additionally, the staff are so friendly and helpful.Give this place a try!!

Had the regular and garlic fries. They were worth it. Id come back again to try their burgers.

My girlfriend and I visited Burger Seoul during lunch on a Wednesday. The interior is modern and newly finished with limited seating and standing counters. I ordered the SeoulX burger while my GF had the Fire Soul sandwich. We also tried their plain fries. SeoulX Burger - this is a variation of their Seoul burger with the addition of KBBQ pork. I ordered the burger medium with all toppings (sharp cheddar, lettuce, onion, mustard, and gochujang sauce). The patty was cooked to my liking. There is an extra piece of cheese at the bottom of the stack that I didn't enjoy. When that unmelted slice of cheese is combined with the mustard, gochujang sauce, and lettuce it makes the bottom half of the burger is almost cold. The taste is almost there but, in my opinion, the execution is not. Fire Soul - this sandwich was quite good. There is plenty of BBQ pork on the sandwich and is complimented well by the pickled Korean cucumbers. This is served with a sweet sauce that was not too overpowering. Plain fries - like many other reviewers, I agree that Burger Seoul knows how to make excellent fries. Definitely don't skip ordering a side of fries with your sandwich. They have many different prep options such as garlic fries and their version of loaded fries. The fries are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The portions are also generous. I believe the owner was the one who took our order and he was exceptionally friendly and you could tell he cared about the business and our experience. Definitely give this place a shot.

Unbelievably tasty. My favorite burger in tacoma, maybe ever. I think it has only gotten better in the new location. Really appreciate the gluten free buns! They also just started serving breakfast on Mondays through Thursdays (this is as of Nov 2024) with free coffee. I hope they keep doing that. Gluten free breakfast sandwich!

The lot can be a tad difficult to navigate into, but oh man is it nice that they have a brick and mortar restaurant now. They did a great job decorating the location, several tables inside and picnic bench tables outside as well. Hubs and I have been frequenting their business since we discovered their food truck a few years ago. Today's meal was the SeoulX (back burger), Avocasoul (front burger), and an order of garlic fries. The service and quality of the food was as stellar as always. Happened to witness an unhappy guest as we walked in, can't speak to why he was unhappy, but I can say that the customer service we witnessed was professional without escalating the disagreement. From what we can tell, the guy was being unreasonable, but the staff handled it really well. I'm looking forward to introducing friends and family from out of town to this place!

Wonderful service. Hot delicious food, very clean, modern bathroom. 10/10. My caption on the shrimp burger describes the great experience.

This hidden gem won't stay that way for long. What started as a hit food truck has morphed into what is certainly one of Tacoma's best burgers. I had the Seoul Burger and Garlic fFies, both of which were delicious. Give it a try!

We were first time visitors in Washington this past week and visited Burger Seoul the day before leaving and it was the ONLY good food we had while in Washington the whole visit. The burgers were cooked perfectly and served hot and fresh. Rey well seasoned. Fries were hot and fresh and that strawberry milkshake was great! Tastes like homemade. Staff was very friendly and welcoming. Of If I ever visit again, I'll be back!

First time at the brick and mortar location, so had to update my review! The staff here is super friendly and fun. And the food is incredible! They have a gluten-free bun for people who need that. The OG Seoul Burger is literally the best. Also, highly recommend the fire fries! They use high quality meat and ingredients and you can definitely tell! Inside is small, but super cute and nice and clean. Also outside seating available. They have an outside pickup window for online ordering too. Love love love this place!

Burger is tasty! A bit of South Korea with the cucumber and Kimchi! Service was fast and so nice, kind! Drive through option available or order in person, oh and don't forget the garlic fries, personally, better than other fast food fries

10/10 for me always here. Still my #1 go to for burgers. Greeted by the owner. Got me the SAVAGE as seen on the IG page. It's just a double Seoul Burger + a large glass coke (no high fructose corn syrup, cane sugar) You can also purchase pickled jars/house sauces. As a fellow Korean this hits the SPOT. My next visit I will be eating TWO DOUBLES with a large glass coke. There's only one Burger Seoul in Paris, and one here in Tacoma must check it out.

Great little burger joint! Split the Smash and Seoul burger, both were delicious. The house pickles probably win. Nice crispy fries.

Korean flavored burgers, smash burgers, milk shakes, homemade Kimchi. This was a very cool slice of Korea that reminded me of my time spent there. Very good quality ingredients.

Tried the avocado burger and smash burger. Good stuff. Friendly staff. Worth a try.

I really want to like this place. Simple menu with complicated flavors is nice but to me, the flavors don't really hit. I've only been twice and each meal was uninteresting in different ways. Way too much onions, too many layers of lettuce, too much liquid for a sandwich, etc. Admittedly, I'm not a fan of Korean pickled flavors, so that aspect of the food offered isn't compelling to me either. The restaurant is nice inside and larger than it looks. The staff have always been nice and helpful. I will keep trying different food items but I've yet to find something I'd like to eat again.

There is no burger I'd rather eat. The people that work here are very kind. I feel good supporting this business and eating here. Try this place if you haven't and get it again and again.