As Korean cuisine is evolving around the world, we are seeking to bring that to the greater DC area.
More than just a restaurant, this is a passion project seeded in enjoying evolved Korean flavors together.
We want to infuse Korean cooking concepts as well as flavor profiles into our offerings for a unique, but surprisingly familiar dining experience.
While we respect fine dining culture, that’s not who we are.
Our priorities are honoring Korean culture, pushing the boundaries on what Korean cuisine is, and making sure you go home fully nourished.
The support and interest in OnSoBan has been amazing and when we told you we want this to be an iterative process, Chapter 3 is the result of that.
While many of you have enjoyed Chapter 2, some of you have asked us to share traditional Korean dishes with a touch of OnSoBan flair.
So that feedback has led the direction of this four week event.
Seanna and Karen, don’t miss this, this is what you asked for! 🙂
We are eager to push the boundaries of what Korean cuisine can be, but like with all things in life, it’s a process.
Every six weeks, we will be evolving our offerings to go from intriguing while comfortable, to new and exciting.
July – A Peek into the Kitchen Event.
6 Courses – Introductory Fixed Price
August – Proteins and Pops
Due to demand, September 6 final date for Chapter 2 added as well as later seatings for other nights.
Reservations are Required.
Five Course Tasting Menu – $75
8/16: fully reserved.
8/23: fully reserved.
8/30: fully reserved.
September 13 through October 18
Love Letter to Chuseok
Chuseok is Korean Thanksgiving, so enjoy a five course prix fixe experience that honors the tradition of Chuseok with the OnSoBan modern touch.
Reservations are Required.
5 Courses $89
Seatings from 5:00 – 7:15.
9/13: fully reserved.
9/20: fully reserved.
9/27: fully reserved.
10/4: fully reserved.
10/11: seating available
10/18: seating available
July – A Peek into the Kitchen Event.
6 Course Tasting Menu
Seating Fully Booked.
8/16: fully reserved.
8/23: fully reserved.
8/30: fully reserved.
August – Proteins and Pops
Reservations are Required.
5 Courses $75
September 13 – Love Letter to Chuseok
Chuseok is Korean Thanksgiving, so enjoy a five course prix fixe experience that honors the tradition of Chuseok with the OnSoBan modern touch.
Reservations are Required.
5 Courses $89
추석 is the biggest holiday of the Korean calendar, and our four-week Chuseok event focuses on taking Korean staple dishes and adding layers of flavor to create a new experience.
As we prepare for for our permanent opening, we are conducting residencies with various restaurants in the area. Our first will be at venerable steakhouse American Prime in Tysons Corner.
1420 Spring Hill Road
McLean, VA 22102
We want our guests to come in with an open mind and palate, and the surprises forthcoming are part of the fun. And if you are looking at this site, you already know who is behind this project, so you know you are in good hands.
Sundays represent the perfect day of the week for our cuisine. Good food paired with good company leads to time well spent. We will be continually expanding out service times.
We love some grilled brisket as much as the next person, as we’ve had a hand in helping many of the Korean BBQ restaurants that you know and love prosper. But there is so much more to Korean food, and we feel the need to share that is our priority.
All of our sauces are infused and fermented for months, and are now in the process of developing celiac accommodating versions, so we will let you know as soon as they become ready.
The eyes will deem the food familiar,
but the palate will soon signal an unexpected experience.
Our current residency is at American Prime Steakhouse, right across from the Tysons Galleria Mall.
Out of courtesy to our hardworking kitchen staff that begins preparation for your dinner two days in advance, we politely request that any changes or cancellations be sent to us no more than 48 hours before.
Upon sending your submission, our team will review and send you a confirmation email in short order.
Even though our Chapter 2 seatings are coming to an end, leave us your email address or connect with us on Instagram to stay informed on September’s Chapter 3 menu/reservations which will be debuting soon.
We are so grateful for all of your interest.
Chapter 3 is a love letter to Chuseok, with a nod to Korean tradition with a modern touch.
Upon receiving your request, we will send you an email confirming availability shortly.