Seoul Hotdog
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Seoul Hotdog

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Korean corn dogs with cheese, potato crusts, and sugar

korean hotdog
cheese pull
potato crust
mozza sausage
hot cheetos crust
friendly service
great prices
customizable
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2505 Hearst Ave D, Berkeley, CA 94709 Get directions

$1–10

Restroom
Accepts reservations
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Trendy

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2505 Hearst Ave D, Berkeley, CA 94709 Get directions

+1 510 766 8182

$1–10

Features

•Restroom
•Accepts reservations
•Popular for lunch
•Popular for dinner
•Trendy
•Good for solo dining
•Touristy
•Comfort food

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Jan 1, 2026

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Best Affordable Takeout Restaurants in Oakland, Berkeley, and the East Bay | Eater SF

"This little shop on the Northside of the Cal campus introduced East Bay customers to the Korean-style hot dog, which are battered, deep-fried, and served on a stick like a corn dog — and often filled with stretchy cheese, dusted with powdered cheese, or even rolled in sugar. The potato hot dog, which comes studded with what are essentially cubed French fries, is a solid (and highly Instagram-friendly) pick. With prices that start at just $3 for a basic dog, Seoul Hotdog is built to fit tight student budgets. The restaurant is currently open for takeout Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m.–4 p.m." - Luke Tsai

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Seoul Hotdog

East Bay Area R.

Google
Korean street food tucked away in a small space across from the Berkeley campus. Korean corn dogs are not as sweet as the American version since they don't use cornmeal. the crunchy potato cube coating is not greasy. One corndog is enough for a quick lunch Give it a try if you've never had one

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Google
I’ve never had these before today. Let me just tell you!!!!! The best corn dogs I’ve ever had in my life! So many varieties, great prices and the best customer service I’ve had in a long time. The owners and employees are very helpful, so caring and make you feel like you’re home away from home. Like literally, I could cry because they were so nice! I will be returning often! Please support this local Berkeley business! You won’t regret it. Plenty of easy parking nearby! Did I mention great prices? Your kids will love it too! My daughter and I are obsessed now! They made our dream of having Korean corn dogs that we’ve seen in the shows we watch, come to life and it was so worth it!!!!

Sebastian B.

Google
These hotdogs are great, although they are different, they have no bun, instead, they are covered with different crunchy toppings like potatoes. Some of them has less sausage to accommodate for cheese. Then there are the sauce you can add on top, mustard and others. The only drawback here is the lack of mayo. There is a banana drink that is typical Korean and taste like banana., that is recommended if you don't have problems with high sugar drinks. The main problem here was that there was no diet coke.

Sergio B

Google
Amazing environment and delicious Korean Hotdogs, I tried #9 for me and my family and we all loved it I recommend it. The place had friendly workers and a very good vibe from everyone. The wait was approximately 3-5 minutes and there is seating everywhere.

JEONGBUM S.

Google
What an authentic Korean snack! The batter is nice and thin, so fluffy! What is great about the Hotdog is you can hardly taste oily even though it is deep fried. It is so addictive! Sriracha and mustard bumps up the flavor!

Tiffany P.

Google
I love Korean corn dogs and this place does it well. You can choose your filling and outside which varies with original, potato, hot cheetos and more. I tried the three cheese with hot cheetos. Super crunchy and the cheese pull was epic. They have a few sauce options too. They offer to roll your corn dog in sugar which was a nice salty and sweet contrast. I wish there was more kick/hot from the cheetos but overall so good!

Abigail C.

Google
A must try if in the Berkeley area. These corn dogs are a rare gem in the Bay Area. Although by description they don’t seem like much (a Korean-ized corn dog), they immensely exceeded my expectations. I ordered the sweet potato covered dog and agreed when asked if I wanted to coat it in sugar (because why not??). The outside was perfectly fried, and surprisingly not greasy at all. I’d describe it as the closest cousin to a funnel cake only meatier (meteor?🥲), the texture of the surrounding dough is airy but crispy on the outside. The hot dog inside is not particularly anything special but it shines through in its own ordinarily wonderful way. Will definitely come again! 😊

Hoang T

Google
We came here for mid-afternoon bite per my daughter's recommendation. We got #2 order (Mozza& Sausage). It was very tasty. The batter is just right. I would recommend it everyone. My only regret is that I did not choose spice batter option. Save it for next time I am at Berkeley. Go Bears!
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Xie A.

Yelp
For years sports media pundits have attempted to articulate what it means to be elite: the killer mentality that separates the great from the greatest -- the ephemeral, elusive, hidden "dog" that resides within only the greats. Does your favorite have that dog in them? Perhaps we see this dog as a Doberman, a husky, or a great hound -- but I have discovered the truth for which there is no question: the "dog" is the one and only Seoul Hot Dog. Seoul Hot Dog is a pure, primal, sensual experience. Just as the mantra on the wall tells me that I am beautiful both inside and out, my insides and outsides were truly filled to the brim. To describe the flavor would be akin to cultural annihilation, the destruction and simplification of a truly human essence. Indeed, the dog which you choose can be described as nothing short of your brother, a fellow human in which you engage with a holy communion -- you caress the dog, you softly embrace the dog with the warmth of the sugar (optional), and delicately shower it in your choice of condiment with the squeeze of a delicate udder. A firm tug on that condiment teat reminds you of your own humanity. You are the dog. The dog is you. And we all can have that dog, in us. Amen. Adog.
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Bob Z.

Yelp
The lunch scene around campus lately has become a bit of a shit show, combining all of Berkeley's popular restaurant qualities: crappy service, questionable food, and prices that'll knock the wind out of you. Thank God for Seoul Hotdog. I realize that corn dogs aren't for everyone, but if you're one the chosen few, this place is not to be missed since it remedies the usual craptacularity on display around town: decent service, solid food, and very reasonable prices. Service: Every time I go, it's always the same lady behind the counter, and the same guy doing the food prep. They're friendly enough; no one's going to hump your leg here, but you will get a greeting and a goodbye salutation. It's a lot like not being in Berkeley. That's got to be worth something, right? Food & Price: This is not Chez Panisse, but if you're capable of enjoying a decent corn dog, you can walk out of this place with a solid lunch for less than $12 (not counting tip; you all know to tip, right?). While they do offer a variety of dogs/dogs+cheese as well as a spread of customizations to the battered portion, these all cost extra and sort of ruin the basic reasonable quality of the corn dog. It's Berkeley, so there's always a cloud or two in the picture: Crap location: It's close to campus, sure, but it's at the end of a food court, and should you go at the wrong time, not only will it be crowded, but a lot of the people who choose to eat here are frankly repulsive eaters. If you're going here, go early. Crap décor: The back end of the restaurant is slathered in motivational slogans in English and Korean. I've never been a big fan of patronizing, unsolicited advice, and having it stare me down while I'm waiting for my food kinda pisses me off. Then again, who knows? Maybe I'm the exception, and the mean customer finds this sort of freely-offered parental overreach awesome and welcome. Crap music: The television is a bottomless slop bucket of K-pop. While music certainly has taken a turn for the worse in recent times, K-pop crosses boundaries that are there for a reason. You know, when you see a video of a band performing their songs and each every member of said band is a 10, it's not a real band and what they're "playing" is manufactured on the assembly line, vetted with focuses groups, and viciously marketed. I can feel my hackles rising, so I'll stop there. In the final wash 4 stars: decent food for a decent price and capable and qualified service, but slogans, crappy location, and K-pop. The Berkeley Factor also figures.
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Michael M.

Yelp
This is a little hidden gem in Berkeley , if you want a quick filling snack ,I'd recommend. Very reasonable on pricing and the service is simple, and sweet people work here. As far as the dining area it's a little snug so get a table while you can. Whenever I'm craving a nice wiener with cheese I'll be here. - food god
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Melissa M.

Yelp
Super cheesy and yummy! This is my favorite place for corn dogs because of how massive the corndog is and how great the toppings are. The staff is amazing, this truly is a hidden gem on northside!
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Gina G.

Yelp
My first Korean Corn Dog..no words, just epic cheese pulls and full-belly smiles! Tucked away near Cal Berkeley, you'll find Seoul Hotdog - a family-owned spot specializing in this delicious Korean street food snack. We learned the batter is made with rice flour, wheat flour and panko crumbs, making this a bit different than your typical cornmeal treat. You can add additional toppings to the batter which is super fun - we did one with regular potatoes, which was the perfect blend of a hot dog & fries in one bite. We ordered one with a sweet potato crust - the perfect union of sweet and savory. And last but certainly not least, we ordered the Mozza & Sausage which I'm still thinking about currently! Think juicy meat hugged by warm, goey cheese..is there anything better? They give you an option if you would like your dog rolled with sugar, and next time I would love to try the sweet potato that way! There's also several dipping sauces to pair with like honey mustard, ketchup, sweet chili sauce, sriracha mayo and more. The sauces look like little milk utters/upside down bottles, which I thought was a clever touch! Pairing the honey mustard with the regular potato and the sweet chili on literally everything was how we rolled. All in all, I can't wait to come back and try more flavors like the all Mozza version! FYI there are also veggie options too. Such a fun spot to tuck away with friends or solo - kind service, great value and an overall, awesome product. Well done! So
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Maya R.

Yelp
Seoul Dog is my new favorite spot for Korean corn dogs! The combination of crispy outer layer and gooey cheese inside is simply irresistible. The variety of toppings and dips offered allows you to customize your corn dog just the way you like it.
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Katherine W.

Yelp
I finally got to try Seoul Hotdog and it was 100% worth the wait. (I've attempted to eat here multiple times in the past, but it's tough when they close so early!) I ordered #4 Cheddar and Sausage and added the potato crust ($2.00 extra). I've really never had anything like this before, so if you're questioning whether an extravagant "hotdog" is worth it, definitely at least give this place a try. Aside from the hotdog, you get to choose an assortment of toppings ranging from Ghirardelli white chocolate to sriracha mayo. It's a fun experience for adults and kids alike.
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Mónica P.

Yelp
you're not a Berkeley student but still want some Korean corn dogs? Honestly it's worth dealing with the congested street / limited parking. This is a great fried indulgence that won't make you feel sluggish after (it's not greasy either!). They have veggie options for those who don't want meat and lots of toppings you can add! Def one of those spots you think about and planning on coming back to
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Sydney J.

Yelp
I decided to give them a try while looking for dinner in the food court on Hearst. I ordered a veggie mozza and then wandered off for a while, then was gently chastised by a worker when I returned because my order had been done for a while and they'd been calling out my name multiple times - sorry again! This was my first time I had a Korean style hot dog, so it is certainly quite sweet (as you can guess from the sugar coating on the outside) but also had thick dense cheese in the middle, but I like the crunchy crisp outside. If you like cheese sticks but with some more crunch, this would be a good option. The veggie, rice cake, triple cheese, and veggie mozza were their vegetarian options at the time I visited. The court has some tables you can eat at, but it's also close to the north side of UC Berkeley campus if you want to find other spots to eat outdoors.
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Cindy W.

Yelp
Korean corn dogs are so good, so filling, craveable ! I'd compare this with an analogy; When the Japanese took over the American car market by making uber reliable cars, the Korean's have done this with the Illinois invention of the corn dog. A hotdog on a completely different level! If you love corn dogs as much as I, this is a must try!
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Kaitlin G.

Yelp
LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS PLACE! must try if you come to berkeley! so many yummy flavors and different ways you can customize your hotdog! also great condiments offered you can put on your hotdog after. quick wait and rarely super busy.
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Samantha W.

Yelp
Seoul Hotdog will fill your asmr crunchy food eater cheese pull cravings. There are many different filling, batter, and crust options on the menu but i usually get plain bc it doesn't add too much of a difference in taste. They have topping sauces (siracha mayo, honey mustard, sweet chili combo is elite) and cheese powders for topping. Eat them fresh and you'll get the best cheese pulls, my perfect post class treat
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Mariam M.

Yelp
Seoul Hotdog is a great place to kick your cravings for Korean Hotdogs! They have quite a few options and you can really mix and match what you're interested in trying. It wasn't too expensive either!
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Emily M.

Yelp
One of the best cheesy corn dogs that I've had. I got the mozzarella with a ramen crust. I was interested in the ramen crust since I never seen it before but I prefer having the regular crust instead. The ramen one was too crunchy and made it a little difficult to eat. I enjoy that they had a wide variety of sauces where you squeeze out like a cow utter
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Haley T.

Yelp
One of the best Korean Corndogs I've had. They were decently priced and larger than I expected! I came on a Friday afternoon and it was fairly busy. I ordered the Mozza & Sausage. One corndog was very filling. I liked how the cheese and sausage were evenly dispersed. Their sauce dispenser was so cool!! Mess and hassle free. Will definitely be back for more!
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Stacey J.

Yelp
Super quick and delicious restaurant in Berkeley! Definitely worth the hype. I also love how their condiments are packaged in utter like tubes! It's super unique, including their seating area! :) love this place!!
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Lisa H.

Yelp
My first time experiencing Korean style corn dogs and I'm in love! These are so delicious and such an affordable snack. I love savory and sweet combos and this really hit the spot. They have so many different types. My favorites are definitely the mozza and sausage and the cheddar and sausage. The cheese and sausage combo is perfect with a nice cheese pull. I like to get mine topped with sugar in the regular crust. They also have tons of toppings and condiments too to customize it. I love the honey and parm cheese. The service is also so fast! Ready in 5 minutes and plenty of seating. I definitely recommend coming here if you've never tried it before!
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Daniel N.

Yelp
Korean corn dogs done right! Perfect for an afternoon / treat-yourself snack or a full meal. Cal students, I'm jealous of you! My go-to orders are the mixed hotdogs (Mozza & Sausage, Cheddar & Sausage) with regular crust and rolled in sugar. There's nothing like that first bite of the crispy, chewy exterior mixed with melty cheese (yum!). And I love how the cheese and sausage alternate - it's an adventure with each bite! Also, sugar on a hotdog might sound weird, but one taste of the savory-sweet combo, and you'll be hooked. The potato and sweet potato crusts provide a nice textural element, but I prefer the simplicity and more all-around crunch of the standard crust. Also, do try the Spicy Batter, which adds a flavorful, mild kick! Finally, the hotdogs are very reasonably priced, generally $4-6 before any add-ons, and two of are sufficient for a meal. Thank you Seoul Hotdog for bringing a taste of Korean street food to the East Bay!
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Mia H.

Yelp
Hidden at the end of a little shop area, this place is delicious! I've been wanting to try Korean corn dogs for a while now, so this was on my to-try for SO long. The shop is pretty open and has plenty of seating both inside and out for you. There are quite a few options of corn dog and they're all slightly different (I recommend coming here with friends and sharing). I highly recommend getting one with cheese and sausage so you have the best of both worlds aha. The wait wasn't long to get our corn dog and once we did, there was a sauce bar for you to grab different sauces to enjoy with your corn dog. The portions are HUGE. You will definitely not be hungry after this. I highly recommend coming here and then grabbing some boba nearby after!
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Jewelia C.

Yelp
YUM!! I've been wanting to try Korean style hot dogs for a while now but haven't been able to find a place for them in NorCal. So happy I found this gem! Cute little shop inside a food court style area right by the university. Kind of hard to find initially if you don't already know the area. You have to walk in quite a bit from the street. The store is small and not too much seating but there is seating outside. Staff is very kind and was cleaning a lot which was great! The hot dog was so yummy! Crunchy on the outside and cheesy on the inside. Loved all the variety of dipping sauces and powders. I tried a little with the honey butter and then tried the sweet chili and honey mustard! All so good! There is a fridge with different asian drinks you can choose from as well. Cute place, wish I lived closer because id come all the time!
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Claire L.

Yelp
This spot has pretty good korean corn dogs! The outside is super nice and crispy, and the mozzarella cheese is super melty and stretchy. However, the quality of the hot dog inside is not the best, it tasted a bit like the elementary school corn dogs. You can choose to roll it in sugar, and there are other sauces and seasonings available such as ketchup, mustard, sweet chili, spicy mayo, parmesan, honey butter, etc. There is not much seating inside but there are picnic tables outside.
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Audrey I.

Yelp
It should come as no surprise to anyone that a crunchy cheese dog surrounded by a sugar coating and littered with sweet potato cubes receives a 5 in my book. Korean Corn Dogs have taken the internet by storm with its ooey gooey mozzarella center and audibly and addictively crunchy batter. Seoul Hotdog easily has the best Korean corn dog by far (and I've tried ones from LA's Koreatown, SF, and others across the country). The batter is light yet crunchy, and you truly can't miss with any of their wide variety of coating options. My go-to used to be the squid ink hot dog but now they use an ube batter in lieu of the traditional black squid ink. Regardless, both options are pretty phenomenal. While you can expect to shell out around 6-7 for a hot dog, every bite is well worth the bucks as you experience pure bliss in every morsel.
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Jessica C.

Yelp
This place is such a good addition to food court in North Berkeley since there usually isn't that many options up there and I would normally walk back down to Downtown Berkeley for food. Their Korean corn dogs are quick, easy, and only cost about $5-6 per corn dog (+$1-2 more if you get toppings), so it's budget-friendly if you're looking for something small throughout the day. Sometimes I will crave a Korean corn dog and will come here with some friends! They have a variety of complimentary condiments that you can get using really interesting "utter dispensers" - it's definitely a laugh with your friends when you use them for the first time. There is seating inside the restaurant and also outdoors in the food court area. Parking: There's no designated parking area/lot, so you will have to find parking in the smaller streets behind the food court because it is located on a main street.
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Stephanie R.

Yelp
Very few (no?) other lunch options on Northside of campus provide the value that Seoul Dog delivers. Korean-style hot dog (crunchy corn dog) and bottle of water for less than $9. I stick with the pepper jack cheese and beef option - with sweet spicy sauce, sriracha mayo, and honey mustard. The woman serving up quick and cheap lunch is extremely nice and welcoming. Have been back 10s of times.
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Crystal L.

Yelp
My go-to place for a quick and easy lunch! I go at least twice a month. My usual is potato crusted hotdog, and it's so good. The outside is crispy with chunks of potato. This time I brought my sister for the first time to try it and she got the pepper jack and sausage one, she enjoyed it as well. Compared to other Korean hotdog places, I really appreciate the fact that asides from the sugar, you can add the other condiments yourself. For me, the hotdog is filling so it's very worth it! Love the lady who works there, she's so sweet and always smiling!! The place itself is super cute but only has a couple tables, although there are more tables in the courtyard area too. They always have one tv playing kpop MVs and another with a mukbang for Korean hotdogs.
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Saloni M.

Yelp
I have never tried Korean hotdogs and I can surely say I like them better than normal hotdogs. This place provides various sauces like Ghirardelli white sauce, sriracha Mayo, sweet chili, honey mustard, mustard, ketchup, and more. Items ordered: ~Pepper Jack and Sausage: The breaded exterior was crispy and well cooked. The pepper jack added a good spice to the hot dog sausage. I liked this with the sweet and spicy chili you can add at the counter next to the payment area. ~Mozzarella and Sausage: This one went well with the Sriracha Mayo. The sausage comes in two pieces. This is very cheesy. I want to come back to try the sweet potato and add Hot Cheetos.
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Joyce C.

Yelp
top korean hotdog in the berkeley area! i always get one when i'm in northside. cheese pull goes crazy as we'll with a great assortment of combo/selection. korean owned so you know it's authentic
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Ben L.

Yelp
Friendly service. Really interesting concept for corn dogs and despite the odd flavor combinations, they're super tasty. I mean...I guess you can't really screw up meaty cheesy goodness all rolled around in a touch of sugar and drizzled with delicious condiments. Prices are decent and you don't need to order much to get full.

Angelica G.

Yelp
The service was great, not very busy, Also the Ambiance was amazing it was very cozy in there and there's also seats outside if you like to seat out there. The food was AMAZING, I never had a Korean Corndog better then this one, It was cheesy, Hot, Fresh.
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Xiao P.

Yelp
Very yummy and interesting experience! Felt like I'm in Seoul for a minute Parking is hard to find, make sure not to go on game days!
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Elizabeth L.

Yelp
I have been trying to stop by Seoul Hotdog for ages, but they always close early at 6 PM. I was able to make it down here one afternoon, but parking is difficult in this area, so I had to park down the street and walk uphill. Not much service here, but the hotdog came out fairy quickly (less than 10 minutes). I ordered the Mozza & Sausage hotdog and it was pretty good. There is a self-serve condiments area as well. The pricing was a bit inexpensive compared to other Korean hotdog places, but the portion is a bit smaller than other places.
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Angel L.

Yelp
April 2022 I was looking for a snack and stumbled upon Seoul Hotdog which was an easy breezy 10 min walk away from where I was. I didn't need to repark my car but I did see street parking in front of the business. What captured my attention is they offer a veggie dog!! Most Korean hot dogs are made of beef, however I don't eat beef so most of the time I have to get just mozzarella as the filling. Seoul Hotdog offers a veggie dog!! Yes yes yes x1000! The cashier was friendly and the food came out in a reasonable time. The restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor seating. When your order is ready they ask if you want your Korean hot dog rolled in sugar. The answer is ALWAYS yes. I opted for the veggie + mozzarella with squid ink topped with sugar. Their sauce is self-serve. I drizzled in 2 kinds of sauce: honey mustard + siracha mayo. I love how you can customize it however you would like. My Korean hot dog even passed the cheese pull test! If you want an authentic Korean hot dog, then look no further than Seoul Hotdog. Overall I definitely see myself coming back. Support this local owned business.
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Connie B.

Yelp
I love Korean Corndogs and have been craving them for weeks. I took me 4 tries to get one from here . They are very far from me . a hour bus ride. They are Closed on Wed, I miss read the hours. 2nd Time something happened and they were closed, unfortunately they were robbed or something. Months and months later I came and there Square system crashed and the poor guy was frazzled. I was paying cash, had exact change but he told me he couldn't send order back because it needs to be electronic. Hummm, ok but seems silly. we use square at my work. when it crashes we can take cash still and we write down things and enter when system goes up.I get it sorta but was extremely disappointed So I tried one more time. Successful today. The girl greeting me was Extremely nice. I took her Suggestion on her favorite which was Cornflakes with cheese Combo and I choose the flaming for second choice. Alas I got my Korean corn dogs . Her cornflakes combo was the Best of the two. crunchy and full of oozing cheese.I picked Wasabi mayo and Honey mustard as my dipping sauces. The flaming corndog, Mew! not Spicy in the least. even had a paprika flavor .semi sweet Flavore but was too soggy and greasy for my taste. So here The One I enjoyed was the Combo Cornflake dog. My craving is satisfied for now.
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Annie H.

Yelp
I wish Seoul Hotdog was around when I was a Berkeley student! How can you resist a crunchy hotdog coated with fried potato cubes? The sprinkle of sugar makes the fried treat even more indulgent. This restaurant has limited seating and a small sauce bar with ketchup, mustard, honey mustard, and sriracha mayo. The menu is simple and customizable. These Korean corn dogs are perfect as a quick snack.
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Georgia R.

Yelp
I can't stress this enough: SO YUMMY, HOT, & FRESH EVERY TIME! This little shop located at the top of North campus near Etcheverry (MechE building at Cal) is tucked away at the back of the little food area! I went to their grand opening and even though I've graduated I still come back to the area and brave the hard parking (mostly street and parallel parking on hills is required). Such polite and friendly staff and there is seating inside, very clean and inviting! I highly recommend anyone who loves Korean hotdog to come out and try!
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Sean R.

Yelp
The potato coated corn dogs are The Best. The cook wasn't satisfied how mine "looked" after he cooked it. He said it looked ugly so he made me another one "on the house". Dope. I have to agree. It didn't look good but it really didn't matter cause it tasted hecka good anyway.
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Angel L.

Yelp
Since my last visit, they've amped up their menu and also the condiment section. There's a variety of crusts to choose from for an additional cost & I loved what they did with the sauce bottles. Credit card transactions under $5 will incur a processing fee but you can alternatively pay with Venmo. I got the all mozzarella with the hot cheetos crust. It added a unique crunchy texture & I actually really liked it! The honey butter powder + honey mustard pairs well. It's the only place I've found that has the honey butter powder covered. The mozzarella cheese is also super soft & smooth compared to other Korean hot dog places. I think this is my favorite one!
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Angela L.

Yelp
Them: Here, eat 3 string cheeses at once! Me: Ew, no thanks - too much cheese. Them: What if we melt them and roll them up in batter and fry it? Me: Yes, I'll take 6 then. The menu is pretty extensive here for korean hotdogs. By far the most choices I've seen among the couple of places in the bay area that serves these. It was actually kind of hard to decide. I ended up going with the Squid Ink in spicy batter, All Mozz in Hot cheetos, and a Rice Cake. The cheese pull will NEVER get old. I just love how far it goes. And it was delicious in the hot cheetos which all the sauces! Spicy batter was kinda spicy, but didn't make too much of a difference. Still, it was tasty. My least favorite was the rice cake - we dipped this one in sugar. It was really dense, just like a giant brick. And after eating all the cheese from the other 2 dogs, we couldn't even get past 1/3 of the rice cake. However, totally worth it and would def come back to try more combinations! I had regretted not getting a potato one afterwards.
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Joyce L.

Yelp
Cute little shop tugged in a small hub of restaurants. For those who haven't tried Korean hotdog yet, it's simply a deep fried corndog with an added twist of "coatings" (I.e. hot Cheetos, potatoes and etc). Who doesn't love corndog , especially it comes out piping hot? Fresh, crispy and filling.
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Kyle M.

Yelp
I've only tried this style of hotdog once while in Shinjuku with the potato crust and cheese, so I was excited to try more variations locally. I like the outdoor entryway and patio as you approach. Very welcoming and fun. You step inside to the left to place your order and then wait for your number to be called. We both ordered the pepper jack cheese n sausage. I got the classic crust and my friend got the hot Cheetos crust lol. Our order was ready in about 5 minutes. The menu is very clear with photos and ingredient lists. Now comes the fun part! Lots of misc toppings including my favorites - parm cheese, honey, and cheddar. The sauce station in itself is a work of art. I need to get one for my kitchen lol. My Seoul dog was fire! Tons of cheese pull action and was perfectly fried. They come out scorching hot, so I of course burned my tongue since I'm too impatient. It has the perfect texture. Great mid-day snack!
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Laura C.

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I got the hotdog with a hot cheetos crust -- it didn't end up having any of the spice of hot cheetos, which was a bummer given the cost (thus only 4 stars), but otherwise super tasty. Hotdog was good, outside was light and crunchy, plenty of condiment options, sturdy stick. I appreciate the clear signage, service was quick (but not *too* quick, it was clearly to-order) and courteous. Definitely will be back to try some of the other combos, including getting one with the optional sugar on top. Sad Top Dog is gone but glad there's still a place to get a hotdog in the neighborhood (albeit with a twist!).
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Alia G.

Yelp
HUGE Tasty Korean Dogs ! Right next to the college too. Will definitely be coming back for more.
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Zoey L.

Yelp
Affordable and delicious! There are so many different options, but my personal favorite is the Potato Crust with Sausage and Regular Mozzarella Cheese ! For both of these, I love drizzling in Z motion with Sriracha Mayo & Ketchup and sprinkled on Parmesan cheese as well. It's best to eat it fresh, especially for the ones with cheese! You got to get that cheese pull worthy photo!
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Mito I.

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Quick Summary: - Crispy crust, light and airy - Batter is not sweet at default - One hotdog can be treated as a filling meal - Line during lunchtime is long, so if one is planning to have this for lunch, arrive here 15-30 minutes earlier I decided to try out the hot dog because my relative, who has tried it before, told me that it was really good. Although I do love dishes with sausages in them, I am more hesitant with corndogs. I prefer savory tasting dishes, so the corndog batter sometimes taste sweet to me. I ordered the one with the potato and parmesan cheese crush with the hot dog in the center. There were different types of sauces, but we decided to get the plain old ketchup and mustard. Upon first bite, I was convinced that this was a really good hot dog/ corndog. The crust is so crisp and light. It didn't have the batter cake like heaviness -- and it's also not sweet either. With these two missing factors, I would say this is more like a battered covered hot dog tan a corndog. I love -- to the infinity -- the potato bits on the crust. This gives a good texture! I'm in love. The cheese was a good addition too, and a surprise as well. I imagined the cheese would be heavy for this snack, but it was more like a side character. The cheesiness was light and became a good accent behind the sausage. Yes, the cheese stretches like a long string. The sausage in the hot dog was just right, not too salty, so it blended well with the other flavors.
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Marcus C.

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Whenever I am in need of snack near UC Berkeley, I always think of Seoul Hotdog. My go-to will always be their #2: Mozza and Sausage. Their irresistibly light batter compliments the gooey cheese and delicious sausage. They also provide a variety of sauces, such as ketchup and honey mustard. I would definitely recommend adding their potato crust, as it adds an extra crunch!
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Seth F.

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My friend surprised me one day by taking me here. Parking isn't too bad unless you are there on a weekday during school hours since it is across the street from UC Berkeley. Parking isn't free, but also not too much for a quick in-n-out action. It is in a cute asian inspired food court, towards the back. There is a front door as well as a sliding garage-style door. They have bottled drinks, which i got a coke. I got the potato dog and the mozz dog. Both of which are corndogs and not what American's generally think of as 'hotdogs.' For the potato dog they gave us sugar to sprinkle ontop, which was nice but what it really needed was salt. The batter was on the bland side and ketchup only does so much. The mozz dog has a hotdog weiner and mozzarella cheese, the cheese was oozy and melty. I favored the mozz dog, although i'd like something to dip it into. The idea its cute and I liked it. It is evident that they get their ingredients from Costco (from the taste and the empty Costco containers everywhere). The corndog weiner tasted like a Costco hotdog -- so you know it was good. I would love to go back and try other variations although I might be tempted to bring a salt packet or two with me.
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Kaitlyn L.

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This restaurant is in the back of a plaza filled with other establishments. There are lots of available tables and it has its own closed space with cute decor and TV screens that play Mukbangs and music videos. We ordered three different corndogs to try: 1 cheddar and sausage, 1 mozzarella and sausage, and 1 normal sausage dipped in cheeto dust. it really satisfied our cravings and the food came out fairly quick, considering there weren't too many people at the time we went. There is a station to get different condiments and toppings for your hotdog, so we just opted for some ketchup and honey butter powder, which was delicious. Would definitely come back again when I'm craving Korean corn dogs!
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Iris C.

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Order make fresh per order. Price is fair, range from $4-6+. I love the variety of corn dogs that I have never thought of. My DD got the cheese with sausage and added extra for potato crust. The new concept of school lunch food. Order came out in a reasonable wait time. Fresh and crunchy! Bathroom was nowhere to find in store.
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Madelyn M.

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Officially my new favorite place to get Korean corn dogs :) Love all the different options they have!
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Carolyn S.

Yelp
I love this place. They have the best Korean hot dogs near campus and only serve that one specialty. You can customize your hot dog however you want and there are even sweet potato and squid ink options. The TVs play hot dog mukbang videos while you wait for your food. There's also a fancy condiment dispenser that allows you to get as much sauce as you fancy. My one tip is to ask for light sugar on the hot dog because regular sugar is pretty overwhelming. This meal won't make you feel the healthiest afterwards but it's good for the soul!