Restaurant Review: Sweet and Spicy
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Restaurant Review: Sweet and Spicy
Here you go picooie:
Restaurant Review: Sweet and Spicy
Location: Across from the fire station on st.360
Let me preface this by admitting that I know one of the two Korean owners, but I can honestly say that in now way does it affect this review. After learning about the restaurant a few weeks ago, I decided to give it a try. The place is a simple, no-frills family owned restaurant. Neons light the smallish shophouse which is painted a dark orange. The seating outside is rather nice as it's tucked back enough from the road to not be annoyed by the traffic, yet it still allows to people watch. The tables are stock-standard garden furniture with a very simple menu tapped under the glass tops alongside a small message that reads: “Please go take water yourself”.
After reading the simple menu, I decided to try the vegetable kimbap ($2) as I figured it would be nice appetizer to a pork cutlet main ($6). For those who don't know, kimbap is the Korean version of Sushi (it's ok, I also didn't know). The main difference seems to be that they mix sesame oil in the rice instead of rice vinegar. It tastes similar, but not exactly the same. The dish was quickly whipped up and holy crap... I received no less than 10 pieces along with a small bowl of miso soup, some excellent homemade kimchee and delectable pickled radish. This was a full-blown meal, not an appetizer. Feeling embarrassed at having ordered the cheapest meal they had, I took a tuna kimbap to go ($3) on my way out. It was definitely filling and completely satisfying taste-wise. They also offer cheese, beef and kimchee kimbaps all for $3.
Takeaway:
The second time I went with a friend and we sampled the tuna and cheese kimbaps. Both are good and the sliced cheddar cheese (as in, fake American cheddar cheese) gave a unique flavour to the dish. And I don't mean unique in a bad way, more of a surprising twist to sushi/kimbap. Again, those pickled radishes are a highlight in my opinion. My tatsebuds would probably allow me to eat a kilo of them. The kimchee is also amazing. I know nothing about Korean food, but the place seems to cater to a lot of Koreans, so I'm assuming that the food is authentic. They have many other dishes, but I won't embarrass myself in trying to name them. I'd like to try their $3 “toast” (in the pictures it looks like a crossover between a grilled-cheese sandwich with ham and French toast). However, it's only offered at lunch. The pork cutlet ($6) will be the next thing I try on their menu.
Pardon the pictures, there were a few people there and I didn't want to be that guy who takes pictures of his food, so I took two stealthy snapshots:
I guess I should mention that in regards to the kimbap, one shouldn't expect the same level as Sushi Shop or the likes (you get canned tuna after all, but a lot of it). But that should be expected given the price. However, for the combination of price, freshness and taste, it offers truly amazing value. Definitely highly recommended to anyone. It's definitely on my list of “go-to” places now. Cheap and delicious, plus the mother-daughter duo offer quick, friendly service (the grandmother, who famously makes the kimchee, has temporarily gone back to Korea). The central location is also good, making it easy to get to from pretty much any part of the city (except perhaps Toul Kork). Try it out and let me know what you think.
Restaurant Review: Sweet and Spicy
Location: Across from the fire station on st.360
Let me preface this by admitting that I know one of the two Korean owners, but I can honestly say that in now way does it affect this review. After learning about the restaurant a few weeks ago, I decided to give it a try. The place is a simple, no-frills family owned restaurant. Neons light the smallish shophouse which is painted a dark orange. The seating outside is rather nice as it's tucked back enough from the road to not be annoyed by the traffic, yet it still allows to people watch. The tables are stock-standard garden furniture with a very simple menu tapped under the glass tops alongside a small message that reads: “Please go take water yourself”.
After reading the simple menu, I decided to try the vegetable kimbap ($2) as I figured it would be nice appetizer to a pork cutlet main ($6). For those who don't know, kimbap is the Korean version of Sushi (it's ok, I also didn't know). The main difference seems to be that they mix sesame oil in the rice instead of rice vinegar. It tastes similar, but not exactly the same. The dish was quickly whipped up and holy crap... I received no less than 10 pieces along with a small bowl of miso soup, some excellent homemade kimchee and delectable pickled radish. This was a full-blown meal, not an appetizer. Feeling embarrassed at having ordered the cheapest meal they had, I took a tuna kimbap to go ($3) on my way out. It was definitely filling and completely satisfying taste-wise. They also offer cheese, beef and kimchee kimbaps all for $3.
Takeaway:
The second time I went with a friend and we sampled the tuna and cheese kimbaps. Both are good and the sliced cheddar cheese (as in, fake American cheddar cheese) gave a unique flavour to the dish. And I don't mean unique in a bad way, more of a surprising twist to sushi/kimbap. Again, those pickled radishes are a highlight in my opinion. My tatsebuds would probably allow me to eat a kilo of them. The kimchee is also amazing. I know nothing about Korean food, but the place seems to cater to a lot of Koreans, so I'm assuming that the food is authentic. They have many other dishes, but I won't embarrass myself in trying to name them. I'd like to try their $3 “toast” (in the pictures it looks like a crossover between a grilled-cheese sandwich with ham and French toast). However, it's only offered at lunch. The pork cutlet ($6) will be the next thing I try on their menu.
Pardon the pictures, there were a few people there and I didn't want to be that guy who takes pictures of his food, so I took two stealthy snapshots:
I guess I should mention that in regards to the kimbap, one shouldn't expect the same level as Sushi Shop or the likes (you get canned tuna after all, but a lot of it). But that should be expected given the price. However, for the combination of price, freshness and taste, it offers truly amazing value. Definitely highly recommended to anyone. It's definitely on my list of “go-to” places now. Cheap and delicious, plus the mother-daughter duo offer quick, friendly service (the grandmother, who famously makes the kimchee, has temporarily gone back to Korea). The central location is also good, making it easy to get to from pretty much any part of the city (except perhaps Toul Kork). Try it out and let me know what you think.
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Re: Restaurant Review: Sweet and Spicy
After that review it will definitely be on my list in a few weeks! Sounds like the prices are as good as they can get.Bitte_Kein_Lexus wrote:
Try it out and let me know what you think.
So, on the first visit you planned on getting the pork cutlet, but after the sushi arrived you didn't go ahead and over it? I've been feigning for pork, so I might have to update this when I try it.
Thx for the review!
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Re: Restaurant Review: Sweet and Spicy
Looks good, I'll definitely drop by there sometime soon.
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Re: Restaurant Review: Sweet and Spicy
Looks good!!
I love Korean food. Are they open for lunch? Will definitely put it on the list. Thanks for the review BKL. I did a short review on the buffet thread. Sorry no pictures.
picooie
I love Korean food. Are they open for lunch? Will definitely put it on the list. Thanks for the review BKL. I did a short review on the buffet thread. Sorry no pictures.
picooie
Re: Restaurant Review: Sweet and Spicy
Hello
May I know the list of all the spices used in Korean food???
May I know the list of all the spices used in Korean food???
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Re: Restaurant Review: Sweet and Spicy
You could try this place, I expect they know all about spices > > https://rawspicebar.com/
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