WBEZ EightFortyEight Review
August 20, 1999
"I loved Soju....very elegant, and very nice for the neighborhood, and the prices are really reasonable."
-- Steve Dolinsky
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Newcity Chow Review
September 9, 1999
"While the low lights, spare space and ultra-hip wait staff fit perfectly into Bucktown, don’t think that Soju is compromising tradition for trendiness."
-- Shelly Ridenour
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Metromix
October 5, 1999
"Exposed brick walls, cobalt wire-track lighting and votive candles on every table create a stylish, urbane atmosphere at this chic Bucktown eatery."
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Chicago Tribune
November 5, 1999
Rating: 3 Forks (one of the best)
"With its exceptional interior and exceptionally prepared food, Soju is clearly a cut above most neighborhood restaurants."
-- Andrew Fegelman
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Chicago Reader
January 28, 2000
"Soju is seriously stylish, with cobalt blue wire track lighting playing off the exposed brick walls, deep red floors, and dark blue banquettes.. but owner Michael Manning's menu stays true to the cuisine..."
-- Laura Levy Shatkin
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