1251 First Street, SE Photo Credit: No Kings Collective

From a press release:

“The Navy Yard neighborhood is about to get a lot tastier with the opening of SEOULSPICE, a fast-casual restaurant specializing in Korean comfort food. Owner Eric Shin is pleased to announce the opening of his seventh SEOULSPICE location on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, at 1251 First Street, SE, 20003, in the heart of Navy Yard. Known for healthy Korean comfort food and open daily, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., SEOULSPICE is 100% gluten-free and features rice bowls, gimbap burritos (Korritos), japchae noodle bowls, and salads. The menu features original recipes from the Shin family, highlighting the authentic and vibrant flavors of Korean cuisine.

As a special treat, SEOULSPICE will give away one complimentary entrée bowl to each in-store customer who visits the new Navy Yard location on Tuesday, June 20, between 11 a.m. and 10 p.m. (while supplies last). Read More

439 7th Street, NW

From a press release:

“Owner Eric Shin is pleased to announce the opening of his fifth SEOULSPICE location this November 12, at 439 7th Street, NW, 20004, in the heart of Penn Quarter. Known for creating healthy Korean comfort food and open daily, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., SEOULSPICE is 100% gluten-free and offers Korean-style rice bowls, kimbap burritos (Korritos), japchae noodle bowls, and salads highlighting original recipes from the Shin family, which have been passed down for generations.

Shin opened his flagship location in the NoMa neighborhood of Washington, D.C. in 2016, and expanded with additional locations in Tenleytown and College Park, Maryland, opening the following year. Their fourth location opened in the Westfield Montgomery Mall in Spring 2021. As a special treat, SEOULSPICE will give away one complimentary entrée to each in-store customer who visits the new location on Friday, November 12, between 11 a.m. and 10 p.m. (while supplies last). Read More

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From SEOULSPICE:

“Eric Shin, owner of SEOULSPICE, is pleased to announce the expansion of his healthy Korean comfort food concept with three new locations scheduled to open later this year. Founded in 2016, Shin opened his flagship location in the NoMa neighborhood of Washington, D.C. and expanded with additional locations in Tenleytown and College Park, Maryland, opening the following year. SEOULSPICE offers Korean-style rice bowls, kimbap burritos (Korritos), japchae noodle bowls, and salads showcasing original recipes from the Shin family, some of which have been passed down for generations.

439 7th Street, NW at E Street. Ed. Note: The space next to the now closed Starbucks

The first of SEOULSPICE’s three new locations is scheduled to open in May 2021 at the Westfield Montgomery Mall Food Court (next to Chipotle). Shin has also signed a lease for more than 2,000-square-feet of space at 439 7th Street, NW, 20004, across the street from Jaleo, which is scheduled for completion in July 2021. Read More

From SEOULSPICE (NoMa at 145 N Street, NW; Tenleytown at 4600 Wisconsin Ave, NW):

“SEOULSPICE, the healthy Korean comfort food concept with locations in NOMA, Tenleytown and College Park, Maryland, has transformed two of its popular fast-casual restaurants into Korean BBQ concepts. Beginning Wednesday, November 11, fans of the NOMA and Tenleytown locations will be able to enjoy a never-ending supply of high-quality, dry-aged beef, served tableside with an ample selection of Korean banchan (sides) and scratch-made sauces. Guests who visit the new Korean BBQ concept can also look forward to a 25% discount for the month of November, followed by a 10% discount for the month of December. The full price menu will launch on January 1, 2021. This special savings only applies to the cuisine (beverages pricing excluded from the discount) during the preview period and is available exclusively at the NOMA and Tenleytown locations. Read More

4600 Wisconsin Ave, NW

From an email:

“WHAT: SEOULSPICE, a new fast-casual restaurant specializing in Korean comfort food hosts its grand opening to the general public in the District’s Tenleytown neighborhood. SEOULSPICE offers a choice-driven menu of quick, healthy, and delicious Korean dishes served in a modern setting. For the full menu, please visit www.seoulspice.com.

WHERE: 4600 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20016

WHEN: Monday, November 13, 2017 from 11am-10pm

SPECIAL OFFER: A free first entree to all visitors on November 13, 2017“

4600 Wisconsin Ave, NW

SeoulSpice opened a location in NoMa (145 N Street, NE) last year. You can see their menu here.

“SEOULSPICE’s menu features made-to-order Korean favorites, such as rice bowls (bibimbap) and korritos (kimbap burritos), as well as street tacos and salads. These bases are enhanced with four protein options–beef, chicken, spicy pork, and tofu– and fresh vegetables, including bean sprouts, corn, carrots, cucumbers, Korean radish, kale slaw, and kimchi (pickled Korean cabbage). SEOULSPICE offers four gourmet sauces made in-house–Korean hot sauce, creamy sriracha, cilantro-lime ranch, and ginger-carrot–plus fresh herbs and toppings. The menu also features three sides: “the” egg, marinated in a sweet soy base; avocado; and jars of kimchi.” Read More

@PoPville what’s the best takeout in DC right now?

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Lots of good recs here including:

“Federalist pig in Adams Morgan, Bombay Street Food in Columbia Heights, Little Pearl, I’m Eddie Cano! They have family style meals in addition to their regular menu, Beau Thai, Ivy and Coney – Detroit style pizza, Timber Pizza Co. Benito’s Place on 11th St. & P St. NW, Panda Gourmet… their dan dan noodles, Far East Taco Grille, Read More