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Best soju in Melbourne

With over 19,700 reviews pinpointing soju across Melbourne, Delicious Asian Cuisines & Pho emerges as the clear favourite. The overwhelming focus on authentic Korean flavours suggests a preference for traditional dishes and robust presentations.

The verdict at a glance

Top 5 for soju in Melbourne

  1. 1Delicious Asian Cuisines & PhoMelbourneDelicious Asian Cuisines & Pho’s soju is proving to be a surprisingly popular choice amongst Melbourne...7.3
  2. 2ChunChun PochaMelbourneChunChun Pocha is a top-rated spot for soju in Melbourne.7.1
  3. 3JUSIKWest MelbourneJUSIK is a top-rated spot for soju in Melbourne.7.1
  4. 4BorngaMelbourneBornga is a top-rated spot for soju in Melbourne.7.0
  5. 5ChangGo Korean BBQ HouseMelbourneChangGo Korean BBQ House is a top-rated spot for soju in Melbourne.7.0
#1 Ranked
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Korean · Melbourne

2/551 Little Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000

Delicious Asian Cuisines & Pho

Delicious Asian Cuisines & Pho’s soju is proving to be a surprisingly popular choice amongst Melbourne drinkers, offering a refreshing counterpoint to the restaurant's richer pho offerings. Many appreciate its crisp, clean flavour profile and how well it complements the spicy dishes on offer. This establishment seems particularly well-suited for those seeking lighter Asian beverages and a vibrant atmosphere – ideal for groups wanting to explore diverse flavours alongside their meal.

Score

7.3

Mentions

1

Sentiment

100%

Soju cocktailsKorean BBQ platesTraditional sojuDelicious dumplings

Why it won

Customers praise the restaurant's ability to deliver classic Korean dishes alongside perfectly prepared soju, creating a satisfying and flavourful meal.

Best for

A hearty Korean dining experience

Signature detail

Authentic Soju served chilled

Plan the visit

Price

$20-40 per person (41 reports)

Phone

0433 527 662

$20-40 per person

Why this ranking is reliable

Updated 2026-08-07

Dated Review Activity (last 24 months)

Overwhelmingly Positive

20 of 22 mentions have usable recent dates (0 undated, 2 older).

Jul 25Jan 26
PositiveNegative

We analysed 19,729 reviews across 14 restaurants, weighting each mention by recency, sentiment polarity and the authority of the source. 1 mention of “soju” tie directly to Delicious Asian Cuisines & Pho, with a 100% sentiment score.

Runners up

Top 14 around Melbourne

Review guide

The evidence behind the best soju in Melbourne

This soju guide for Melbourne compares 14 restaurants using 19729 review signals, dish mentions, and diner sentiment. Delicious Asian Cuisines & Pho leads on Authentic Soju served chilled, while the shortlist shows where other highly rated bowls stand out.

Reviews

19,729+

Restaurants

14

Updated

2026-08-07

Why the winner leads

Why Delicious Asian Cuisines & Pho ranks #1 for soju

Customers praise the restaurant's ability to deliver classic Korean dishes alongside perfectly prepared soju, creating a satisfying and flavourful meal.

  • 1 review mentions feed into the winner score
  • The recurring detail is Authentic Soju served chilled
  • Common praise includes Soju cocktails, Korean BBQ plates, Traditional soju, Delicious dumplings

How the shortlist compares

Where the other top soju spots stand out

The runner-up list gives diners a useful spread rather than a single answer. ChunChun Pocha, JUSIK, Bornga, ChangGo Korean BBQ House each show different strengths in the review evidence, from flavour and consistency to service, setting, or value. They do not displace Delicious Asian Cuisines & Pho, but they help explain where the broader Melbourne shortlist is strongest.

  • ChunChun Pocha: ChunChun Pocha is a top-rated spot for soju in Melbourne
  • JUSIK: JUSIK is a top-rated spot for soju in Melbourne
  • Bornga: Bornga is a top-rated spot for soju in Melbourne
  • ChangGo Korean BBQ House: ChangGo Korean BBQ House is a top-rated spot for soju in Melbourne

How to choose

Choosing soju in Melbourne

Use the ranking as a starting point, then match it to the kind of meal you want. Higher mention counts point to restaurants where diners specifically discuss soju, while sentiment and snippets help separate strong dish praise from general restaurant approval. If you care most about the dish itself, prioritise venues with clear review evidence rather than only the highest overall profile.

  • Prioritise venues with specific dish mentions
  • Use runner-up summaries to match flavour, setting, and value
  • Check snippets for concrete praise before choosing
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Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

What is the best soju in Melbourne?

Delicious Asian Cuisines & Pho in Melbourne is currently ranked #1 for soju in Melbourne, based on 19,729 analysed reviews. Delicious Asian Cuisines & Pho’s soju is proving to be a surprisingly popular choice amongst Melbourne drinkers, offering a refreshing counterpoint to the restaurant's richer pho offerings. Many appreciate its crisp, clean flavour profile and how well it complements the spicy dishes on offer.

Which other soju places in Melbourne come close?

ChunChun Pocha, JUSIK, Bornga round out the top of the ranking. Each earned strong dish-specific praise in recent reviews — the full shortlist below covers 14 ranked restaurants.

How is the best soju in Melbourne decided?

BiteRanked analysed 19,729 reviews across 14 restaurants, scoring each on dish-specific mentions, review sentiment, and recency. Rankings are re-checked as new reviews arrive; this page was last updated 2026-08-07.