Spoon Korean Bistro – Korean
Sizzling platters of marinated bulgogi and spicy pork fill the air with a savory, caramelized aroma, drawing guests into a vibrant bistro space that celebrates the bold, heart-warming flavors of Korea. The kitchen balances tradition and indulgence, serving everything from crisp, golden mungbean pancakes and hand-rolled kimbap to the molten, fiery decadence of cheese buldak. Whether you’re sharing a plate of glazed wings or finding comfort in a steaming bowl of handmade kalkuksoo noodles, every bite captures a sense of soulful, authentic hospitality.
933, Ashby Avenue +15107049555 https://www.spoonashby.com/0Cuisine: Korean
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Diet fit at Spoon Korean Bistro
Dairy-Free at Spoon Korean Bistro
Spoon Korean Bistro in Berkeley has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Glazed Potato, Edamame and Korean Noodle Soup (Kalkuksoo). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Spoon Korean Bistro
Spoon Korean Bistro in Berkeley has 7 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Glazed Potato, Mungbean Pancake and Edamame. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Spoon Korean Bistro
Spoon Korean Bistro in Berkeley has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Spicy Pork and Spicy Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Spoon Korean Bistro
Spoon Korean Bistro in Berkeley has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Spicy Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Spoon Korean Bistro
Spoon Korean Bistro in Berkeley has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Glazed Potato and Edamame. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Spoon Korean Bistro
Spoon Korean Bistro in Berkeley has 5 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Glazed Potato, Mungbean Pancake and Edamame. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Spoon Korean Bistro
Spoon Korean Bistro in Berkeley has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Edamame, Kimchi Stew and Soft Tofu Stew. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Spoon Korean Bistro
Spoon Korean Bistro in Berkeley has 2 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Kimchi Stew and Soft Tofu Stew. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Spoon Korean Bistro
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Curry Ramen | 40.9 g | 69.2 g |
| Miso Ramen | 52.7 g | 37.2 g |
| Spicy Pork | 4.4 g | 33.5 g |
| Spicy Beef Stew (Yukgaejang) | 21.3 g | 25 g |
| Milk Shake | 194.1 g | 23.7 g |
| Spicy Chicken | 0.1 g | 20.8 g |
| Chicken Wings (5pcs) | 47.3 g | 16 g |
| Soft Tofu Stew | 59.3 g | 13.4 g |
| Bulgogi | 0 g | 12.4 g |
| Wine | 2.2 g | 11.7 g |
| Edamame | 2.8 g | 8.9 g |
| Kimchi Stew | 8.8 g | 5.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Kimbap - $13.95: Rolled seaweed rice with assorted fillings, served as a Korean-style sushi roll. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: lunch
- Glazed Potato - $13.95: Deep fried potatoes in Sweet soy glazed sauce. Contains almonds. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wings (5pcs) - $13.95: Crispy fried chicken wings, seasoned to perfection. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Edamame - $13.95: Steamed soybeans lightly salted. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mungbean Pancake - $13.95: Traditional Korean savory pancake made with ground mung beans. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Korean BBQ
- Bulgogi - $30: Thinly sliced marinated beef grilled to perfection with a hint of sweetness. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Pork - $30: Marinated pork grilled to perfection with bold spices and smoky flavors. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Chicken - $30: Grilled chicken infused with bold spices, served tender and flavorful. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Korean BBQ Cheese Buldak - $30: Extra spicy house sauce chicken bbq with Mozzarella. Available at: dinner, lunch
Noodles
- Korean Noodle Soup (Kalkuksoo) - $22: Knife cut fresh noodle with onion, green onion, zucchini and egg. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jhap-Chae - $22: Sweet potato glass noodle with vegetable, sesame oil, and beef. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Ramen - $22: Curly flour noodles with vegetable, green onion and egg in curry broth. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miso Ramen - $22: Curly flour noodles with vegetable, green onion and egg in miso broth. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups and Stews
- Kimchi Stew - $22: Kimchi with onion, green onion, tofu, rice cake and glass noodle. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soft Tofu Stew - $22: Soft tofu, onion, zucchini, green onion and egg. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miso Stew - $22: Seafood, beef, tofu, vegetable and soybean base sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Beef Stew (Yukgaejang) - $22: Beef brisket, beans sprouts, fern, glass noodle, onion, green onion and egg. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Wine - $20: Choice of Half or Full bottle.
- Coffee - $36: Hot or Iced coffee options.
- Hot Chocolate - $22: Rich cocoa beverage.
- Milk Shake - $20: Creamy blended milkshake.
Frequently Asked Questions about Spoon Korean Bistro
- Is Spoon Korean Bistro dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Spoon Korean Bistro has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Glazed Potato, Edamame and Korean Noodle Soup (Kalkuksoo).
- What can I eat at Spoon Korean Bistro on a dairy-free diet?
- Glazed Potato, Edamame and Korean Noodle Soup (Kalkuksoo) carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Spoon Korean Bistro have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Glazed Potato and Edamame.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Spoon Korean Bistro?
- Curry Ramen, at roughly 69.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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