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SoJu BBQ — honest korean in Fulton Market. The kitchen takes tradition seriously. Ask questions, the staff has answers. "The wings were absolutely perfectly fried and had a crunchy chewy crisp batter and we're perfectly seasoned" — H Latif
Angie Polakowski
118 reviews
“The dumplings are FANTASTIC, the pork belly bbq was good, the kimchi was the perfect balance of spice rub and cabbage”
The “spicy” Korean fried chicken was bland, it had no flavor or spice.
36 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
“Great food for fast casual spot, nice service as well.”
Great food for fast casual spot, nice service as well. Perfect for before a bulls game
Jordan Peden
Feb 2026
“Such good food and such a cozy restaurant.”
Such good food and such a cozy restaurant! Really good service! The skirt steak is a must :)
Laiyana Kabir
Jan 2026
“The food was great and very filling.”
The food was great and very filling. Definitely coming back for the Korean Fried Chicken! IT IS DELICIOUS!
Luis Vidal
Dec 2025
“We had an amazing experience here!”
We had an amazing experience here!! The service was quick and very friendly. The food was so yummy and they have a very expansive menu. We did the dinner for 2 and it was a very good deal :)
Laura Long
Dec 2025
“Got this recommendation from a friend when I decided to visit Chicago.”
Got this recommendation from a friend when I decided to visit Chicago. Trust me , it was worth it. The food was top notch and amazing , the service was really kind and had good recommendations about the whole menu keeping in mind about an individual experience. Would definitely come again!!
Hamza Naveed
Dec 2025
“Great service to start with.”
Great service to start with. Our server accommodated a table of 11 with four children under the age of eight. We ordered a couple of different types of beef and chicken. The wings were absolutely perfectly fried and had a crunchy chewy crisp batter and we're perfectly seasoned. The bulgogi tasted so fresh and paired perfectly with the sauce that they served it in. We ended up ordering food just to try even after we were done eating. I'm going to be coming back very soon
H Latif
Nov 2025
“this place was SO good, we got the loaded fries and pork belly, both were excellent!”
Alexa
Nov 2025
“Excellent food, had the tofu appetizer, sweet wings, bulgogi for dinner and the black sesame ice cream for dessert.”
Excellent food, had the tofu appetizer, sweet wings, bulgogi for dinner and the black sesame ice cream for dessert. Amazing mixture of flavors and textures, highly recommend!
Michael McGriff
Oct 2025
“This spot looked like it wasn't even open.”
This spot looked like it wasn't even open. Glad it was - food is sooooo good! Dining out can be expensive, but this was reasonable (2 entrees and an app was only $75 - including service fee, tax, and tip). Crispy wings, bibimbop bowl, and bulgogi ribeye. 😋
A T
Oct 2025
“This was my second time visiting Soju BBQ, and it was just as amazing as I remembered.”
This was my second time visiting Soju BBQ, and it was just as amazing as I remembered! My friend and I came to Chicago for a concert and decided to stop by again, and it did not disappoint. The atmosphere was lively, with great music that added to the experience. The food was absolutely delicious—everything was fresh, well-seasoned, and cooked to perfection. We especially loved the quality of the meats, and Kimchi came with our meal. Service was also top-notch. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed without feeling rushed. It’s rare to find a place that balances great food, a fun vibe, and excellent service, but Soju BBQ does it effortlessly. If you're in Chicago and craving KBBQ, this spot is definitely worth a visit! Can’t wait to come back again.
Juki Love
Feb 2025
“Making a reservation was super easy.”
Making a reservation was super easy! We had a reservation for Valentine’s Day and they had a table ready for us when we got there. The food was amazing and our server was so sweet and friendly! Would definitely come back. There are no grills but the meat is cooked so perfectly. Would 100% recommend!!
Victoria Jones
Feb 2025
“Every single piece of food served was excellent.”
Every single piece of food served was excellent! The seasoning was great and well balanced. Perfect portions, in my opinion. The staff is welcoming and attentive. Though the space is not huge, it's cozy. I think this will be my favorite spot for Korean food in the city.
Steven Brumfield
Sep 2024
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