The Soop - Portland, Oregon

Louie A.

Food: Tastes amazing! Ordered Dolsot Bibimbap, kimchi pancake, wings, Soondubu Jjigae x2
Bibimbap and the jjigae were absolutely must try!

Service: You order your food first then take a seat. Confusing at first since there's a physical menu and a digital running menu. Just ask if the item you want is available. They forgot our kimchi pancake so just be aware if you order a bunch of food.

Atmosphere: Very clean place and the trays that come with the food is a good touch. Alot of different lighting that might throw you off.

Overall, not a bad option if you're near Providence Park and craving some good Korean food!

Nicole

We loved the service and food here. I think it's on the slightly more expensive side because it's so fresh and the portion sizes are so generous.

The server was super accommodating, I needed to not have rice and she was able to give me extra vegetables.

❤️Microgreen bibimbap ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨
- I loved the vegetables here but was just ok with the meat, I think instead of bulgogi which I felt was a little dry, I'd probably ask for shrimp next time
- I asked for no rice, just extra veggies and they did such a good job with this
- the egg was perfectly runny for fried
- I love the sauce on the side, gave control
- it's what you'd expect for sure

❤️ Kalbi ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- this meat was super good and juicy
- loved all the sides that came with it
- I wouldn't personally order this as my main because there wasn't enough veggies for me, but I loved the taste, it's definitely something to order if you're a meat and rice sort of person

Noah P.

The Soop’s Spicy Tteokbokki completely won me over. The chewy rice cakes were perfectly cooked, and the sauce struck the ideal balance between heat and rich, savory flavor. Each bite was a comforting blend of spice and depth that I rarely find outside of homemade versions.

The cozy ambiance, paired with lighthearted jazz piano music, added to the overall experience. The owners were as welcoming as ever, checking in to make sure everything was perfect.

Lauren T.

Excellent Korean food! This is our favorite Korean restaurant in Portland. The owners grow a diverse assortment of their own micro greens to use in the various dishes, so the food is very healthy as well as flavorful and delicious. Everything is extremely clean inside and it’s obvious they put a lot of hard work and love into their food.

We just had their ssam tonight for the first time and LOVED it. We opted for both galbi and pork. The pork was so tender and had just the right amount of “kick” in terms of spice to give it a great flavor without burning our faces off.

Lastly, the owners themselves are extremely kind and sweet. We need more restaurants around like this one.

Noah P.

As a Korean American who loves cooking at home, I rarely find myself impressed by Korean restaurants in the Portland area. But The Soop truly exceeded my expectations. From the beautifully presented Micro Green BibimBap to the rich and comforting Soondubu Soup and the flavorful Short Rib Platter, every dish was bursting with quality and authenticity.

The interior added to the experience with its cozy ambiance and lighthearted jazz piano music, creating a warm and welcoming environment. The owners were incredibly kind, checking in often to ensure we had everything we needed. I also appreciated their attention to detail, like offering filtered water—something you don’t always see.

The Soop is a true hidden gem in downtown Portland. If you haven’t been, you’re genuinely missing out on an exceptional dining experience.

ALEXIS O.

Great location with lots of light filtering in. The place was spotless. Order and pay first at the counter and then choose your table. We enjoyed lunch: grilled kalbi and bibimbap with bulgogi. A robot delivers your order to your table. The kalbi was tender and seasoned well. The side dishes were on the smaller side. The bibimbap was fresh and delicious, although I miss not having the traditional broth served with it. The micro greens are grown on-site and the owners also incorporate vegetables grown on their farm into the menu. They use good quality ingredients in their dishes. I would recommend this Korean restaurant.

Andy P.

I’ve been to a lot of Korean restaurants, and not even kidding, one of the best Korean restaurants I’ve ever been to. The soup was so deep in flavor, bibimbap was so fresh, and overall just so good. If you’re ever in the area you must come check it out!!!!

Jack S.

I really like this place! I got the chicken katsu dine-in and the vibes are super nice. The veggies are very high quality.
They even have a robot bring the food out to you. There are some board games and books along the wall too