SOJU BOX (소주 박스) — Restaurant in Suwanee

Based on a recommendation from an acquaintance, we decided to have an early dinner at this uniquely themed restaurant. As its name suggests, this establishment is designed as a gathering spot where people enjoy hearty meals paired with drinks—especially Soju. The ambiance clearly reflects that intention, offering a relaxed, nostalgic space for winding down over food and alcohol. The restaurant is located on the second floor of the building and is easy to spot thanks to its prominent signage. Upon entering, the first impression is striking—the lighting is dim, creating an intimate and moody atmosphere. The layout includes several partitioned areas, offering a sense of privacy even in an open space. The decor, music, and menu all seem carefully curated to appeal to an older crowd, particularly those in their 50s and beyond. One noticeable and charming detail was the abundance of handwritten notes and messages scribbled on the walls by previous customers, reflecting both the personality and demographics of its regulars.

Initial greetings and seating service were adequate—nothing exceptional but courteous. However, once our food was served, the attentiveness of the staff noticeably declined. The restaurant uses a call-bell system, and while this is common in many Korean establishments, I personally find it disengaging. The service felt passive rather than proactive, and we had to ring the bell more than once to receive follow-up assistance. For drinks, we ordered SoMak (a mix of Soju and beer) along with classic Korean bar snacks like Buchu Jeon (chive pancake) and 깻잎전 (perilla leaves pancake) as 안주 (side dishes for alcohol). We also tried the 천엽, which is my favorite. While it was interesting, we found the flavor profile a bit too bland. We offered feedback, hoping they might re-season it with salt, pepper, garlic, and sesame oil to bring out more flavor, but they simply brought out dipping sauce instead, which didn’t quite address the issue. Overall, both the food and service felt like they were missing that final 2%—a small but meaningful gap between a decent experience and a great one. That said, the unique atmosphere and concept of the restaurant still hold value, especially for casual, drink-centered gatherings. I sincerely hope the management takes constructive feedback seriously and works toward enhancing both the flavor of their dishes and the attentiveness of their service.

Despite the shortcomings, I do plan to return for another visit—perhaps with a different group or on a different occasion—to explore more of what the menu has to offer. There’s potential here, and with just a bit more effort, this place could...

No recent reviews on here kinda had me wondering if this place would be any good or not. It blew my expectations away! Best experience I've ever had at a Korean restaurant. Hands down my new favorite place to eat. This place is a hidden gem and the low star reviews on here have no clue what they're talking about. Love this place we had Bossam, Kimchi Stew & Tteokbokki I loved everything and how spicy the Tteokbokki was. If you get something spicy there expect a lot of heat!! I love it! Our waitress told us to call her Amy she was such a delight very funny and cool lady! She recommended only the best for us it was our first time here and we all will be coming back very soon the drinks were amazing and the vibes. For a Friday night it wasn't too busy. I love how private the rooms are. Here is an updated menu and images of the...

Great late night Korean food in Suwanee. It deviates from traditional Korean food to focus on Anju, or food to eat while drinking. Located on the 2nd floor of the plaza, the inside is roomy and each table has privacy. They give you a complimentary bowl of dashi broth with fish cakes that was very welcoming. We ordered some bossam and the seafood tteokbokki to pair with our Terra beers. The tteokbokki was delicious, not too painfully spicy and filled with chewy cylinders of rice cake and seafood. The bossam (steamed sliced pork belly) comes with oyster radish kimchi and salted napa for wrapping in a saam. Ask for a side of sliced jalapeno and raw garlic for extra flavor and to drive the...