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  • I lived in Korea for 2 years and was excited to see another Korean restaurant finally open up in Madison. First of all I have to say that other reviewers have been pretty harsh and seem to expect this restaurant to conform to some American standard of what they think Korean food should be. If you want Americanized food don't eat here. I have been to New Seoul and enjoy it though I do think Sol's is every bit as much as authentic as New Seoul. I have been here no less than 8 times since they opened and have tried a variety of dishes including the Dolsot Bibimbap (hot pot), Chapjae, ddeokbokki and Soondubu (Tofu Soup). They have been very accommodating about making non-meat options and substituting ingredients. That said Korean food is naturally full of meat--one thing I learned when I moved there. I don't believe that all restaurants that are specialty restaurants have to accommodate every single food fad or taste that people want. There are restaurants that I don't eat at in town because I know they are not things I can or would eat. Americans seem to expect everyone to cater to their needs all the time and if you're overly modifying a dish you aren't getting something authentic anyway. Portions: Another American expectation for portions to be bigger than naturally healthy or eaten elsewhere. Yes, we are in America but Sol's portions are very sufficient for a satisfying meal without feeling stuffed. Prices: Very reasonable for downtown Madison unless you want to go to Korea and get bibimbap for $3.00. Decor and Music: Korean restaurants in Korea are by nature a little cheesy and bland. And music as well. While I agree with other reviewers that these two things are maybe not what our standards of decor and music would be in a restaurant of this type they are very Korean. Authentically Korean. The space on the walls and the color of the paint bugs me every time I go but I laugh because I know it to be typically Korean and it reminds me of being in Korea as much as the food does. I'm not a drinker so can't comment on bar selections but my friend had a drink and said it was very weak. I give Sol's 5 stars for satisfying my craving for authentic Korean food and making me feel like I'm back in Korea every time I visit. I recommended Sol's for a full Korean dining experience. Korean food is an acquired taste and unlike any other ethnic cuisine. Try to lose the expectations and just enjoy the experience of something different.
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