(Editor’s note: photos in this article include both paid dishes, comped dishes, and dishes from the soft opening. This article was originally written on January 12, 2026, and updated on April 29, 2026 with additional photos.)
Seoul Shi officially opened in Tucson after a soft opening during the week of Jan. 5. The restaurant now operates at 6462 N. Oracle Rd.
The space previously housed Kampai Sushi, which quietly closed in late 2025. Kampai operated at that location for over 13 years. Seoul Shi now brings a more contemporary energy to the address.
A Veteran Owner With Deep Tucson Roots
Owner Joyce Jin leads the concept. Regulars may recognize her as the hands-on owner from eight minutes south at her other business in Tucson, Kotu Korean BBQ.
Jin brings more than 30 years of restaurant experience to Seoul Shi. In addition, Jin plans to open a Korean street food restaurant and a dedicated soju bar in Tucson. Seoul Shi marks her latest expansion in the local dining scene.
Sushi, Korean Dishes, and Standout Combos
Seoul Shi blends Japanese sushi with Korean comfort dishes. The menu includes sushi rolls, sashimi, donburi, soups, fried dishes, and Korean entrees.
Specialty rolls anchor the sushi menu. The Lollipop Roll wraps salmon, tuna, and yellowtail wrapped in cucumber. The Reverse Rainbow features salmon, bluefin tuna, and yuzu ponzu. Heat seekers often choose the Tiger Roll with spicy crab and shrimp tempura.
Donburi bowls include chirashi, eel, and marinated salmon. Korean entrees range from bulgogi to spicy braised black cod.
The Only Place in Tucson for Raw Marinated Crab
Seoul Shi stands apart in Tucson for one key reason: it currently serves Korean raw marinated crab, also known as ganjang gejang. The menu also includes marinated raw head shrimp.
Drinks Include sake, soju, beer, fountain drinks, and hot green tea.
Hours, Website, and Social Media
Seoul Shi is located at 6462 N. Oracle Rd. For more information, visit seoul-shi.com. Keep up with Seoul Shi on Instagram.
April 28 Visit
Seoul Shi invited the Tucson Foodie team for a comped visit to showcase more of their menu. Here are the photos:
Article written by:
Jackie Tran
More about JackieJackie Tran is a Tucson-based food writer, photographer, culinary educator, and owner-chef of the now-closed food truck Tran’s Fats. Although he is best known locally for his work for Tucson Foodie, his work has also appeared in publications such as Bon Appétit, National Geographic, and the New York Times.
An adventurous foodie, he enjoys culinary experiences ranging from seasonal omakase to sloppily devouring green chili patty melts in his car afterhours. His favorite foods include aguachile, garlic noodles, and leftover fried chicken illuminated by the fridge light. His favorite drinks include morning micheladas, fireside imperial stouts, candle-lit negroni, and grassy mezcales.
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