TAK Korean Bistro

4.4

40 Reviews

$30 and under

Korean

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2 people

Dec 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Good for groups
Great for happy hour
Good for business meals

A Korean pocha restaurant in South Loop Chicago is a lively and casual eatery that serves up traditional Korean street food dishes and drinks. Pocha, which translates to "street food tent," refers to the popular outdoor food stalls found in South Korea, and this type of restaurant aims to recreate that experience in an indoor setting.

At a Korean pocha restaurant, you can expect to find a variety of small plates, or "anju," that are meant to be shared among friends while drinking soju or beer. These dishes can include popular Korean bar snacks like fried chicken, spicy rice cakes, and seafood pancakes.

The atmosphere at a Korean pocha restaurant is usually laid-back and social, with a focus on hanging out with friends and enjoying good food and drinks.

Overall, if you're looking for a fun and flavorful dining experience in South Loop Chicago, a Korean pocha restaurant is a great choice. With its vibrant atmosphere and delicious street food, it's sure to be a memorable meal.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Korean, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
Phone number
(312) 722-6632
Website
https://www.takbistro.com/
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
Make your event unforgettable with catering from Tak Korean Bistro & Karaoke. Our menu features authentic Korean dishes, perfect for any occasion—intimate gatherings, corporate events, or celebrations. Let us craft a custom menu and deliver exceptional flavors that will impress your guests. Contact us today!
Private party facilities
Tak Korean Bistro & Karaoke offers the perfect spaces for any occasion, from private karaoke rooms for intimate gatherings to full restaurant buyouts for larger events. Enjoy authentic Korean cuisine, premium drinks, and exceptional service in a unique and customizable setting. Contact us to make your event unforgettable!

Location
1132 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605-2305
Neighborhood
South Loop
Parking details
Street Parking

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Offers

SOJU MAKGEOLLI CASS Pairing Combos
Multiple dates available
Sun - 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM,Tue - Thu - 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM,Fri - Sat - 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Join us for Happy Hour at Tak Korean Bistro & Karaoke, where indulgence meets unbeatable value! From 5pm to 7pm, enjoy exclusive combo menus that pair delicious Korean classics with your favorite drinks. Savor crispy, golden Popcorn Chicken perfectly matched with an ice-cold beer, or warm up with our rich, savory Clam Soup complemented by the smooth taste of Chumchurum Soju. Craving something comforting? Try our crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside Potato Pancake paired with a refreshing pour of Makgeolli. Set in a vibrant, welcoming ambiance, it’s the perfect way to unwind with friends, discover new flavors, and kick off your evening. Don’t miss this unique pairing experience only at Tak!

What 40 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.2Service
4.5Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

TAK Korean Bistro shines with its "really, really good" food and vibrant ambiance. Guests rave about the "spectacular" Korean cuisine, featuring standouts like crispy fried chicken and Jjampong soup. The private karaoke rooms are a hit, offering fun and entertainment. While service can be mixed, standout staff like Alex ensure memorable experiences.

40 Reviews

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Tim
Chicago
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing place. The food, ambience, and vibe were all perfect. Will be back soon. Oooooooo
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Michelle
Chicago
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Great fun, surprisingly unpleasant food except for the chicken appetizer (chili garlic wings), and delicious slaw. Main dishes are way overpriced for the quality of the food and the cooking of the food. Bi Bim Bap was … as if my teenager tried to make it without a recipe, and forgot to cook (and maybe wash? They were so dry) the green onions sprinkled across the top. I ordered the tofu for the protein option for this dish and well … the tofu was minuscule … suspiciously perfectly shaped like miniature dice, and not seasoned. The rice on the bottom was crispy and very bland. The veggies were all texture and hardly any flavor. I tried to add broth from my friends Army Soup (avoid at all costs) to add flavor and some moisture to my dish and well, I regretted that. These dishes are on average $30 each and so, I expected more. The cost for 2 hours and three meals, ginger tea (luke warm but actually delicious), and the chicken appetizer was $332 and change. There is a learning curve using the device to choose songs … you’ll spend more time trying to figure it out if you don’t speak and read Korean fluently. IF I returned I wouldn’t order anything other than tea and an appetizer, and would stay just one hour. The singing was raucous fun, first time I’ve tried karaoke. I was surprised no one knocked on the door and asked us to pipe down! This alone was worth an extra star … this and the fact that a staff member heard us drop our chopsticks while we were learning the translation sheet for the song choosing remote and brought new ones without us even having to ask.
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Hyeongdong
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great spot to spend time with a friend or host visitors from out of town. They provide tasty dishes and exceptional service. Additionally, the open mic event that takes place every Thursday is quite impressive. I will definitely be sure to visit again in the future.
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Coleen
Chicago
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Booked a karaoke room for 2 hours, 8 people. It's important to note that if you booked one of these, it's your responsibility to let the server know when you're done with the room or else they'll continue to charge you. We made the mistake of waiting on someone to let us know when our time is up, so we ended up getting charged the extra 15 minutes. Sound system is great, lots of songs. The controls were a bit confusing and weren't very responsive, so half of the time was spent figuring that out. Food and drinks were delicious, but way way wayyy overpriced. For example, a bottle of soju is usually $8-$10, they charge $18. It was actually $16 on the menu, but the charge on receipt was 18. So make sure you check your receipt. 20% grat is added to groups 6+. Got 2 kimchi rice, 2 popcorn chicken, 2 korean pancakes, 2 sojus, 1 somac tower. We could have gone without the tower. Total spent was (including Saturday room rate) ~ $525 or roughly $66/person. I enjoyed coming here and the food was great, but I could probably only afford this once year. And I think, for at least Korean food, you're better off somewhere else that's cheaper.
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Melissa
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food and great staff! Can’t wait to come back and karaoke next time.
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Pitou
Minneapolis
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
We had a reservation at 6 pm. The first waitress brought us to our table with the menus and stepped away; never brought back water for us. The place was not busy. She came back about 10 minutes later and asked if we were ready to order. Never asked whether we want to order any drink. My daughter asked some questions about food portions but got bad responses. We asked for a few minutes to review menu options. She walked away and still no water to drink. We almost leave without oder food, but my daughter wanted Korean food. We stayed and asked a different waitress for water…
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Lynn
VIP
Chicago
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I found this place on Yelp which I know can be very unpredictable and inaccurate. But I read the menu and that convinced me to check it out. The atmosphere and vibe is geared toward the younger twenty crowd with separate Karaoke rooms and videos being shown around the dining / bar area. So the food and service, Fire! We were greeted and treated wonderfully by Alex. The food was served fresh, hot and flavorful. I would and will go back for Korean food - and stay away from the weekends to leave that up to the young bloods. I really hope this review reads well to those who see it. It was awesome! Alex it was so great to meet you. Gratitude to the chef, bartender and Alex for a great experience.
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Natalia
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great time 🥳 Everything was delicious and the service was great thank you 🥰
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Sridhar
Milwaukee
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Great food. We were a larger group (10 people), and even though the restaurant was not busy took a while for the food to come out, with a few errors (wrong food being delivered to the wrong diner). Staff was kind and reasonable and quickly corrected any errors.
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Adrianna
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The server made fantastic recommendations and was a delight. The portions were good, and the drinks were strong. Thank you Alex for a good night !
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FAQs

TAK Korean Bistro is rated 4.4 stars by 40 OpenTable diners.

TAK Korean Bistro does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.