Doraji

Doraji brings authentic Korean rice bowls to Toronto's Front Street, founded by siblings Shawn and Janyce who grew up working in their family's restaurant. Named after the Korean bellflower root prized for its health benefits, the spot opened in 2021 with a mission to share their heritage through food that's both educational and delicious.

The menu centers on two distinct bowl styles that health-conscious diners and nearby office workers have come to appreciate. Bibimbap features seven vegetables, protein, and a fried egg with gochujang sauce, focusing on vegetable variety and balance. Dupbap takes a different approach, spotlighting rich protein flavors alongside glass noodles, pan-fried kimchi, and cabbage slaw. You can customize your base with options like purple rice or quinoa, and all rice bowls are completely free of peanuts and tree nuts, though sesame is used throughout.

One regular notes wishing there were more healthy options like this beyond cold salads, praising the warm, wholesome Asian food that feels truly nourishing. The casual lower-ground-level space works well for quick lunches, with vegetarian-friendly sauces and vegan soy sauce available. Some customers mention occasional inconsistency in kimbap filling portions, but the overall quality and freshness keep people coming back to explore different sauce combinations.