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Joule

Korean Restaurant$$$$
Wallingford, Seattle
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    Eugene K.
    "Smoked tofu and short rib steak ("galbi") are awesome."(8 Tips)
    Robert
    "Smoked tofu (pictured) and octopus with pork belly are amazing."(5 Tips)
    Karen S.
    "Try the spicy rice cake with chorizo - super tasty East meets West!"(3 Tips)
    Stephanie H.
    "Get the beef tartare, sesame noodles and the steak with pine nuts 🤤"(4 Tips)
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  • Gustavo M.
    Gustavo MartinsSeptember 23, 2015
    I don't wanna say "everything is good", bit that's the feeling I have after trying 7 itens of their menu. The chef is so inventive and the dishes so well prepared... Must go!
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    Sherry LiDecember 15, 2015
    One of the best restaurants in Seattle. The short rib steak is a must have. The kimchi is made in house and very good. The tapioca dessert is awesome too!
  • Ms H.
    Ms HeleneOctober 20, 2018
    Skip broccoli salad $14, salmon $29 & octopus $19 but get the spicy rice cakes $14, jerk carrots $14 and smoked tofu $14
  • Brandon M.heart icon on user image
    Brandon M.April 17, 2019
    the happy hour deals (local brews for $3) are awesome. come for an early dinner sans reservation and snag a spot on the patio!
  • Sandeep P.heart icon on user image
    Sandeep ParuchuriFebruary 10, 2018
    Been here 10+ times
    My favorite place to eat in Seattle. Go early, go late, or have a reservation- it's worth it and the word's getting out
  • Wambui G.heart icon on user image
    Wambui GOctober 13, 2015
    Great atmosphere clean and bright, small tables but adequate. Great food esp brunch. Perfect potion sizes. Scan the web site first as their buffet is themed and changes from month to month.
  • Marvin
    MarvinJanuary 7, 2018
    Had a Revel breakfast on a Sunday for brunch. The bacon was delicious and sweet. Great piece of meat to savour. For a breakfast though, $19 is on the pricier end for what you get.
  • ᴡ M.heart icon on user image
    ᴡ MillerFebruary 15, 2016
    Brunch was delicious!! Everything we tried was very good. Would recommend the Waffle for sure!
  • Drew M.heart icon on user image
    Drew MilamJanuary 19, 2018
    Been here 10+ times
    Must orders: spicy chorizo rice cakes and the grilled octopus! Pair with a steak and small plate of your choice. Great flavors and perfect portions for sharing.
  • Lee H.
    Lee HoffmanJuly 22, 2021
    Incredible meal. The BEST beets I’ve ever had. One of the best burgers I’ve ever had. The spicy rice cakes incredible. Yummm.
  • Eater
    EaterJanuary 21, 2013
    The Fremont Joule is a celebration of the Korean steakhouse. The eight ounce short rib steak, kalbi-style served with grilled kimchi sounds particularly tantalizing. [Eater 38 Member]
  • Connie L.
    Connie LuOctober 3, 2013
    First-come-first-serve seating at the bar if you don't have a reservation. Everything is wonderful, but my favorite is the Mackerel and Smoked Tofu salad - tons of dynamic flavor!
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    timAugust 14, 2014
    octopus, short ribs, escarole, whatever. Anything these chefs put on a plate is delicious. Joule IS our go-to place for out of town guests and it's a hit every time.
  • Maekaila M.
    Maekaila MonteroJuly 9, 2013
    A fantastic meal overall, but the standouts were the spicy cake with chorizo, duck pastrami fried, and the joule box dessert is a must!
  • stew t.heart icon on user image
    stew tongAugust 8, 2014
    I think their spicy rice cakes with chorizo and seaweed risotto are 2 of the best dishes I've had in Seattle. Those are great examples of fusion done right.
  • Eric N.heart icon on user image
    Eric NelsonApril 23, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Brunch changes monthly and is one of the best in the city. Dinner is based on steak, but don't miss the spicy rice cakes or the crispy eggplant
  • Angela W.heart icon on user image
    Angela W.November 11, 2015
    Stars of the show here are definitely the spicy rice cakes with chorizo as well as the kalbi-marinated short rib steak with grilled kimchi!
  • Craig O.
    Craig OlsonAugust 25, 2013
    Very good savory food. Ambience and staff is top-notch. Buffet has a lot of variety with good ingredients. Entrees are also very good, but slightly heavier.
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    RobertApril 9, 2016
    Smoked tofu (pictured) and octopus with pork belly are amazing. Didn't have anything that wasn't good.
  • Rohan M.heart icon on user image
    Rohan MalpaniDecember 19, 2018
    They have really good rice cakes. Worth a try. They are a little spicy ;)
  • Lauren C.heart icon on user image
    Lauren CunninghamOctober 25, 2015
    Try something from every course. The flavors of the dishes are so unique and scrumptious. Beef tartare was to die for.
  • 8PM R.
    8PM ReservationAugust 16, 2014
    The flavors combinations in their dishes are outstanding. A Seattle restaurant must try.
  • Carissaheart icon on user image
    CarissaOctober 15, 2021
    Short rib steak and the miso cod were excellent. Flavors of all the dishes are excellent. Portions are on the smaller side.
  • Mary S.heart icon on user image
    Mary SMarch 5, 2016
    Delicious brunch and buffet with sides. Try the pancake. So yummy!
  • Elizabeth A.heart icon on user image
    Elizabeth AgnewFebruary 24, 2018
    Love this place! The beef tartare and rice cake dish were our table’s favorites, both so perfectly delicious.
  • Hailey N.heart icon on user image
    Hailey NguyenDecember 30, 2018
    All the recommended dishes are good, in particular the short ribs and the mackerel. Lovely spot for dinner dates!
  • Felicity M.heart icon on user image
    Felicity MouldOctober 31, 2018
    Weird but wonderful food. Don’t go expecting to feel satiated by Korean flavours it’s totally fusion but absolutely gorgeous!
  • Ham M.heart icon on user image
    Ham MJune 6, 2016
    Had the smoked tofu, spicy rice cakes, short rib steak, and octopus. All were pretty good! Two thumbs up!
  • Angela W.
    Angela WenJune 3, 2017
    Incredible meal. Best dish was the rice cakes! Great cocktails too. Be prepared to wait.
  • Holly B.heart icon on user image
    Holly BullockJuly 31, 2015
    The rice cakes and the cold noodles are amazing! Cocktails and beer selection are also great.
  • Kerry G.
    Kerry GipJuly 30, 2018
    Like I'm super cheap with my food, but this place had such an amazing flavor palate, it blew me and my cheap taste buds away
  • Sam D.heart icon on user image
    Sam DavisMay 5, 2017
    Incredible service. The bartender let us sample a couple of the wines and topped our glasses off as we were wrapping up.
  • Eugene K.heart icon on user image
    Eugene KimJuly 2, 2017
    Smoked tofu and short rib steak ("galbi") are awesome. Great cocktails too!
  • Nick S.heart icon on user image
    Nick SherrillMarch 16, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    One of the most original and tasty brunches in Seattle. Highly recommend for people tired of the same-old.
  • Cusp25heart icon on user image
    Cusp25May 17, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Potato hash with chili remoulade and smoked mackerel salad
  • Haley B.heart icon on user image
    Haley BAugust 30, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Wagyu, rice cakes, broccoli & salmon are all excellent. Skip the tofu & cauliflower.
  • Agatha Y.heart icon on user image
    Agatha YuMay 6, 2015
    Fish is great here. Try their joule box dessert too!
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    JordynJuly 23, 2018
    Food here is unbelievably good! I dream of the rice cakes - delicious.
  • Ashley R.heart icon on user image
    Ashley RoseJuly 21, 2019
    Small plates of Korean steakhouse inspired dishes. Cocktails are odd, no beer on draft. Cramped seating at the bar for dining.
  • Lillian Y.heart icon on user image
    Lillian YoungMay 16, 2015
    A very neat eatery in Fremont. Make sure to check out their brunch with themed buffet.
  • Karen S.
    Karen SerquiniaMarch 13, 2013
    Want a little heat? Try the spicy rice cake with chorizo - super tasty East meets West!
  • Loren M.heart icon on user image
    Loren McDonaldJune 12, 2013
    Awesome food. Went with several of the small plates ... broccoli, octopus, mushrooms, etc
  • timheart icon on user image
    timOctober 19, 2013
    All of it is amazing. Just pick anything, seriously. Great staff and service too.
  • Daniel M.heart icon on user image
    Daniel MejiaMarch 18, 2022
    The short rib steak and the burger were both great
  • Maher B.heart icon on user image
    Maher BegJuly 11, 2016
    The brunch menu is spectacular! Try the chicken and waffles!
  • Kyle B.
    Kyle BunchAugust 7, 2014
    The Wagyu Bavette and Cold-Smoked Escolar were out of this world, crazy good.
  • Stephanie H.heart icon on user image
    Stephanie HarthNovember 24, 2019
    Get the beef tartare, sesame noodles and the steak with pine nuts 🤤
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    SApril 16, 2015
    I like the weekend brunch. More Spanish than Korean but hit the spot.
  • Neena K.heart icon on user image
    Neena KamathFebruary 14, 2016
    Make sure to get the rice cakes!
  • Graham C.
    Graham CastellanoJanuary 21, 2014
    Truly a Korean fusion jewel. I highly suggest the kimchi and kalbi.
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