Watch out Chicago, Seoul is on its way! There may be a rivalry between the Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals, but it clearly doesn’t extend to Seoul Taco. This popular St. Louis Korean-Mexican joint confirmed its expansion into the Windy City in late May and will be located at 738 N. Clark St. in the spot formerly held by Mercadito Counter.
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Owner David Choi launched Seoul Taco in 2011 in St. Louis as a food truck before expanding to a brick-and-mortar location in the city’s Delmar Loop neighborhood. Choi didn’t go to cooking school, but learned to love food from his family.
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Seoul Taco’s menu contains several enticing options such as: tacos, quesadillas, nachos, whopping 1-pound burritos and classic bibimbap, which is listed on the menu as gogi bowls. Whether you’re a meat lover or a vegetarian, they provide you with both options to choose from.
You will be able to choose from four different fillings, including bulgogi beef, soy-marinated chicken, spicy pork, and tofu with a gluten-free marinade. Each taco is topped with Korean salad mix, green onions, crushed sesame seeds and the secret “Seoul Taco Sauce.”
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Seoul Taco is the perfect fit for Chicago’s growing food scene. Seoul Taco has a hipster-ish vibe, fast-casual setup, aesthetically pleasing food along with a great menu with many options. I know I’m patiently awaiting the new locations opening and I hope you’re getting hungry.
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