Seoul Taco Brings Korean/Mexican Fare to River North

Owner David Choi has opened the first Chicago location for his Korean/Mexican restaurant, Seoul Taco. Located at 738 N. Clark St, Seoul Taco Chicago brings Korean-influenced tacos, quesadillas, burritos, nachos and more to Chicago’s River North neighborhood.

The menu showcases recipes from Choi’s childhood with a focus on fresh ingredients and bold flavors. Guests pick their protein from bulgogi beef; a soy-based marinated chicken; spicy pork with a Gochugaru (Korean red chile flake) dry rub and Gochujang marinade; or tofu with a gluten-free, tamari and dry spices marinade. Tacos
 feature Korean salad mix, green onion, secret “Seoul Sauce,” crushed sesame seeds and a wedge of lime. He also offers a take on bibimbap with the Gogi Bowl of rice, fresh veggies, fried egg, carrots, green onion, sesame oil and spicy Gochujang pepper sauce. The Burrito features kimchi fried rice, lettuce, cheese, carrots, green onion, sour cream and Seoul sauces. Other items include quesadillas, nachos, kimchi slaw and more.

Seoul Taco Chicago will be open every day from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Sunday through Wednesday and 11 a.m. to midnighton Thursday through Saturday. Coming soon, Seoul Taco will offer a menu of craft beers as well as soju drinks. Until then, restaurant is BYOB.