Ssam

I went there accidentally but wow, I love accidents like that! Place’s really cosy, staff is super nice and the food amazing! I went there a few minutes after they open so it was quite empty but I can imagine it’s getting busier in the evenings. I had lychee martini (love itl and korean pancake. And it was soo good! Totally recommend!

I’ve been here twice and have tried the bulgogi, kalbi bibimbap, and naengmyon. My favorite is the bulgogi, which comes on a sizzling hot plate. The bibimbap comes on a dolsot (hot stone pot) so you are able to get that crispy rice. However, the galbi was bone-in, making it hard to mix. The naengmyeon was not as thick and chewy as I am accustomed to at other places but that might just be personal preference. Out of everything, I would recommend the bulgogi or anything else on the “ssam” section of the menu. The “ssam” section is basically kbbq with the lettuce, ssam sauce, garlic slices, and jalapeño, except the meat is not cooked in front of you. Bonchon was limited to a small dish of kimchi, pickled radish, and kimchi radish.

We got boneless fried chicken(that’s a small in the photo!!), kimchi fries, and salmon bomb noodles. Everything was delicious, service was so attentive, food came out quick, and ambiance was nice. Expect a more relaxed and homey environment. This place seems like owner ran(they were so lovely), and we love supporting businesses like this in the neighborhood.

Vegan perspective: I liked that I had a few options here and that the Kale and Tofu Dolsot could be made vegan (without the egg). I did add avocado to the order which was an additional $2. It did frustrate me a bit that the vegetarian/vegan option is basically the same price as the meat options and that to add avocado it made it the same price as the fish options even without the egg. For the portion size I would not say it was worth the price. I did, however, love the pajun and would definitely order it again. The atmosphere of this place was great, service was great, and the place is so lovely inside. I can’t say I would recommend this place based on budget-friendliness for vegans. It would be more worth it if you eat meat or are vegetarian. That being said, I appreciated that I had options here!

I!!!Korean restaurant and was blown away by the amazing food and service. The menu offered a wide range of Korean dishes, 😊 I started with the traditional Korean appetizer of kimchi, which was spicy and tangy, just as it should be. I also tried the Korean spicy wings, which was crispy and spicy ! Sooo good! Overall, I highly recommend this Korean restaurant. The food was delicious, the ambiance was cozy, and the service was top-notch. I can't wait to go back and try more of the menu. The price is very friendly!!! 🥰