This Yangjae Station tonkatsu spot focuses on a crispy, tender pork cutlet, fried in specialized equipment for a lighter, less greasy finish. It's a casual neighborhood restaurant perfect for a quick solo lunch or a family meal, with generous portions and self-serve sides.
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“The Aqua Donkatsu was absolutely delicious. The portion was huge, but it was so delicious I ate it all!”
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“Yangjae Station Uwon Donkatsu had a clean, cozy atmosphere and friendly service, all of which were perfect.”
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“It is easy to access and has parking, so it is perfect for a family meal!”
Sinseon-Og offers a taste of royal cuisine with its signature Shinseonro stew, a visually appealing dish brimming with fresh vegetables and tender meats. The broth is well-regarded for its clean, rich flavor, making it a comforting and healthy choice.
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“Everything else is delicious, but the raw beef bibimbap is shockingly low quality. It would be better for the restaurant's image to simply eliminate it from the menu.”
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“Everything else is delicious, but the raw beef bibimbap is shockingly low quality. It would be b.”
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“It was so delicious that I came back again :) I had the Shinsunro again this time!”
Galbi Sarang is a multi-story institution near Yangjae Station, specializing in high-quality galbi. It's particularly well-suited for group dining and family gatherings, offering private rooms and attentive service that make special occasions comfortable and memorable.
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“And my eldest daughter and son-in-law loved the raw beef. My mom and husband loved the marinated crab, so.”
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“The marinated beef ribs were the best, and the pork ribs were also excellent!”
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“The meat is delicious, of course, but the vegetables blend in well, creating a healthy and delicious flavor.”
This Gangnam Korean BBQ spot offers a solid value with tender, well-seasoned meats, particularly the galbi. It's a lively, casual place that caters well to groups and families, with friendly service and efficient ordering.
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“The beef short ribs and raw beef brisket are so delicious! The drinks are also refreshing, which is nice!”
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“The best galbi I've tasted, perfectly cooked. Fresh side dishes and attentive service.”
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“The meat was so tender and delicious! I also really liked how easy it was to find the store.”
Seolmajung offers a refined Korean barbecue experience, particularly suited for private gatherings and special occasions. The restaurant excels in providing a comfortable, private dining atmosphere with attentive service that grills the meat for you. While the price point is on the higher side, many find the quality of the food and the overall experience to be a worthwhile investment.
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“The interior was really clean and nice ㅠㅠㅠ The staff were also very friendly and the food was especially delicious ㅠㅠ”
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“Private dining is possible in a private room. They also grill the ribs for you, so you can enjoy your meal comfortably.”
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“The private rooms are quiet, and the grilled meat is perfect for conversation!”
This 24-hour Korean beef spot is a go-to for solo diners seeking a casual meal. It's particularly popular with Japanese tourists, offering a menu with Japanese translations and a welcoming atmosphere for those dining alone.
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“The Yukhoe Bibimbap was absolutely delicious!!! The seolleongtang also had a mild flavor, but the creamy soup had a strong beef taste.”
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“The Yukhoe Bibimbap was packed with meat and had a good balance with the vegetables, making it very delicious!”
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“It's cheap and delicious!! The amount of Yukhoe was amazing and it was only 11,000 won.”
This Italian restaurant offers a cozy and romantic atmosphere, perfect for dates with its dim lighting and soft music. It's also noted for being family-friendly and accommodating for groups, with spacious seating and a welcoming vibe.
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“Parking was convenient, the food was delicious, and the atmosphere was really nice.”
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“The atmosphere is great, the food is delicious, and it's a great place to invite friends, family, and teachers.”
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“The restaurant has a slightly dim lighting with soft background music, creating a very cozy and romantic atmosphere.”
This neighborhood Korean BBQ spot focuses on perfectly grilled pork belly, served on a unique pot lid grill. The owner's excellent kindness and the generous, delicious side dishes, including white kimchi and grilled vegetables, make it a welcoming spot for regulars and newcomers alike.
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“The owner is very kind. The meat is delicious. If anything falls on it, he'll refill it. I'm touched by his kindness.”
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“Arangsotdukkeop pork belly. It's delicious. The sauce, side dishes, and soybean paste stew and bokbokbap are also delicious.”
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“The composition is good with water parsley, bracken, and white kimchi, and the sausage is also delicious.”
This long-standing Chinese restaurant is a local favorite, known for its classic dishes like sweet and sour pork and jajangmyeon. It offers a family-friendly atmosphere with private rooms, making it suitable for gatherings. While generally known for fresh ingredients and consistent taste, some recent signs suggest a slight decline in quality and service.
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“The sweet and sour pork is sweet and delicious, reminiscent of the sweet and sour pork of olden times.”
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“The food is all delicious. The classic sweet and sour pork side dish. Kkanpunggi. Palbochae. Gochujapchae.”
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“The food was excellent. The first floor is open. The second floor has private rooms.”
This neighborhood Chinese spot prioritizes taste over trends, with a chef who is a silver medalist in Chinese cooking competitions. Unique dishes like the seafood and eggplant rice bowls set it apart from typical Chinese fare.
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“It is a Chinese restaurant specializing in Chinese food, and the food, including Jajangmyeon and Kkanpunggi, is very delicious.”
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“The chef is a silver medalist at a Chinese cooking competition, and the food is exquisite and delicious.”
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“Among the older establishments in Bangbae-dong, this one boasts a clean, cafe-like atmosphere and excellent food.”
This 24-hour Sinsa-dong spot offers hearty, flavorful gamjatang at prices that defy the neighborhood's upscale reputation. The turmeric-infused rice adds a unique, healthy twist to the comforting pork bone stew, making it a go-to for both solo diners and groups seeking authentic Korean flavors.
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“In this era of high prices, where a single 10,000 won bill can't buy you a meal, this is the best restaurant in Seoul.”
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“This is the place in the neighborhood where you can enjoy a hearty and delicious meat meal for under 10,000 won.”
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“There is no one who can speak Japanese well enough to explain the dishes, but it feels like a local restaurant run by friendly locals.”
This intimate Japanese spot is a haven for sake enthusiasts, boasting a diverse and expertly curated selection that complements its seasonal omakase menus. The chef's thoughtful pairings and the cozy atmosphere make it ideal for focused enjoyment of both food and drink.
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“The menu changes with each visit, creating a new experience. Each course is beautifully plated and delicious, and the care put into it is evident.”
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“While the restaurant is small enough to accommodate large groups, it's a perfect place for a quiet gathering to enjoy sake and food.”
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“For this reasonable price, I highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys Japanese cuisine and sake. It was delicious!!”
This Seoul spot is a go-to for lamb skewers, with many celebrating the fresh, non-smelly meat and generous portions. Beyond the signature skewers, the sweet and sour pork (guo bao rou) and fried eggplant are also frequently highlighted.
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“Crazy loud, lamb skewers are delicious, other food is delicious too, corn noodle kua ba rou is good”
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“It's delicious, but there are a lot of restaurants like this these days.”
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“The meat has a clean flavor. The meat itself seems better than the seasoning.”
This neighborhood Thai spot offers a taste of Bangkok with many dishes prepared authentically. While many find the flavors satisfyingly familiar, some dishes lean towards a Korean palate. It's a popular local favorite, especially for families, but be prepared for potential waits during peak hours.
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“Tom yum goong, kuwaiti yum dom yum, and Thai curry paneng kai are even tastier than the ones in Thailand. They're so delicious.”
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“The crab curry is my absolute go-to. The restaurant has a great atmosphere, a wide selection, and you can't go wrong with anything you choose.”
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“It was a bit expensive, but I was satisfied with the delicious Thai food I enjoyed.”
Modern Nulang offers a stylish take on Chinese cuisine, blending traditional flavors with a modern, almost antique Shanghai aesthetic. It's a place that feels both familiar and unique, with a strong emphasis on atmosphere and presentation.
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“The sweet and sour pork and fried yuling gi are of excellent quality, and the sauces pair well with them.”
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“The Modern Nulang beef stir-fried noodles were especially delicious, and in any case, everything that goes with Modern Nulang is delicious.”
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“Located near Goteo Station, it's easily accessible via Lines 3, 7, and 9, making it a perfect meeting place.”
This hotel-style buffet offers a wide variety of dishes, with a particular strength in its desserts and a good selection of meats and seafood. While it can get noisy, especially during peak times, it's a solid choice for group gatherings and family meals.
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“The sushi and ribs were delicious. They also had jjambbong (spicy seafood noodle soup), so I ordered it and the broth was delicious.”
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“Located just three minutes from Yangjae Station, where Line 3 and the Shinbundang Line transfer, this place has delicious food.”
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“It's a bit pricey, but the food has a lot of variety and is delicious. Service is good too”
This long-standing tonkatsu spot offers a Korean-style take on the classic, distinguishing itself with a thin, crispy batter and a unique, chewy squid cutlet. It's a family-friendly atmosphere where the focus is on well-prepared, straightforward flavors that have kept customers returning for decades.
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“This 45-year-old tonkatsu restaurant featured on Sung Si-kyung's "Eat It" is a veteran, but it's surprisingly clean, spacious, and trendy.”
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“I visited on a weekend morning. I saw it on YouTube and visited early, but it was crowded.”
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“The reason it has been in business since 1981 is because of its great taste and value for money!”
This Gangnam Korean BBQ spot is a lively, no-frills destination for pork belly, often frequented by locals. The meat is grilled for you, and sides like kimchi fried rice are a highlight. Expect a bustling, energetic atmosphere that can get quite loud.
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“The meat was so delicious!! The service was great, the weather was nice, and the kimchi stew that came with it was so good!!”
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“Both the yukhoe and the yakiniku were delicious, and there were more locals than Korean customers, so it was good value for money.”
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“I always order the samgyeopsal set meal, and the miso soup and gyoranjim are both delicious.”
This Seoul spot specializes in hearty noodle soups, particularly its dakgomtang (chicken soup) and sagol kalguksu (beef bone broth noodles). The star, however, is the house-made kimchi, described as a work of art, which complements the clean, flavorful broths. It's a casual, family-friendly place where self-service for rice and water is the norm.
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“This restaurant serves the best chicken soup and kalguksu! They offer unlimited rice, and the kimchi is truly a work of art.”
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“It's delicious. I'm concerned about cleanliness because the kimchi lid isn't closed during lunch. The soup looks like it might splatter.”
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“The angelica chicken soup was delicious. It smells like traditional Korean medicine because of the angelica.”
This Seorae Village spot offers a taste of home-style Southern Korean cooking, with a particular focus on flavorful ssambap and hearty stews. The owner's handwritten menu adds a personal touch to the refined, casual atmosphere.
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“The barley gulbi was really delicious. I don't like fish very much, so I can't eat fishy things, but it wasn't fishy and had a rich flavor.”
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“Every dish is delicious, and there are also so-so menus, and it's above average.”
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“The restaurant has a refined, southern-style feel, and the side dishes are excellent.”
This Gangnam Chinese restaurant offers a refined take on classic dishes, with a notable emphasis on group dining and special occasions. While the food is generally well-prepared, the value proposition is impacted by its premium pricing and location.
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“The thick shark fin was impressive. The quality of the ingredients, including the sea cucumber, was excellent.”
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“The fish soup was delicious, and the other dishes were also top-notch.”
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“This cleanly decorated Chinese restaurant would be perfect for family gatherings.”
This is a traditional sundae soup restaurant, not a modern one, where the rich, flavorful glutinous rice sundae is superb. The soup is savory and delicious, with a subtle meaty flavor and generous portions of traditional intestines.
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“The meal was delicious. I visited early for the second round, but it was already full. This is a testament to the restaurant's reputation.”
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“The sundae soup with rich meat broth. The sundae itself is savory and delicious, with a subtle meaty flavor.”
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“A cheap and delicious sundae soup restaurant. Ordering the set menu is the best value.”
Dos Tacos offers a taste of Tex-Mex with a variety of menu items, including chimichangas and tacos al pastor that some find reminiscent of home. The restaurant provides ample vegetarian and vegan options, making it a go-to for those seeking plant-based choices. While the flavors are generally well-received, the small space can feel stuffy and dated, and service can be inconsistent.
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“The main branch. Freshly fried, thin, crispy nachos are the perfect beer snack. The avocado guacamole is mildly seasoned, so you can't stop dipping.”
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“It was a delicious taco place. It was friendly and nice. The location is on the outside of the building. I got lost inside.”
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“This is my go-to place when I'm craving tacos. It's right off Exit 7. It's easily accessible and delicious.”
This long-standing Italian osteria in Seorae Village offers a taste of authentic Italian home-style cooking, a welcome contrast to trendier, less substantial establishments. While the food is generally well-executed with a focus on quality ingredients, recent reception suggests service can be inconsistent and the atmosphere, while classic, may feel dated to some.
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“This was my second visit, and the food and service were consistently excellent. The pizza was still great, but I recommend the lasagna and risotto.”
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“A delicious Italian restaurant located in the alleys of Seorae Village.”
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“Although the dough and style may change slightly, this place has been the top 1 arugula pizza place for over the years.”
This neighborhood Chinese spot is a reliable choice for a casual meal, particularly for groups and families. While the atmosphere is unfussy, the kitchen delivers satisfying flavors, with many dishes hitting the mark for a pleasant, if not extraordinary, meal.
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“The Hwangtae Jjamppong is the best. It feels like eating noodles in Hwangtae soup, but it really makes you feel better~~”
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“The Jjajangmyeon is delicious. The Chadol Jjamppong is just like Jjamppong. I don't think they used Chadol.”
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“It's a bit more expensive than other Chinese restaurants, but the food looks delicious.”
This Seoul spot offers both grilled meats and eel, with a focus on group dining. Private rooms are available, making it a suitable choice for company dinners.
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“The servers didn't speak a single word of English but still made sure we had an amazing and memorable meal.”
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“The beef is of excellent quality. The eel is also delicious.”
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“The ribs are good because they are not as sweet as other places, but in terms of cost-effectiveness, they are average.”
Tulbo Gamjatang is a long-standing spot known for its generous portions of hearty stews, particularly the gamjatang. The daily changing side dishes are a highlight, often described as tasting like home-cooked meals. It's a casual, family-friendly place that can accommodate groups and solo diners alike.
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“The lunch menu changes daily, and since it's a gamjatang restaurant, the bone haejangguk is always delicious!”
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“From the side dishes to the main menu, there is nothing that isn't delicious.”
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“Although it is located on the outskirts rather than in the downtown area, the taste was good and not too salty.”
This charcoal-grilled eel restaurant offers a satisfying meal with a focus on fresh, chewy eel, often grilled tableside by friendly staff. It's a solid choice for families and groups, with a casual atmosphere and the added bonus of free coffee on the rooftop.
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“The eel is thick and chewy, and the waitress grills it herself, which is fun and friendly, and she provides excellent service.”
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“Our server, Choi Kyung-sook, who cooked it for us, was so kind and did a great job, and our group loved it.”
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“The staff's cheerful service was outstanding. They grilled all the eels by hand and even explained how to enjoy them.”
This is a reliable chain spot for seolleongtang, a comforting ox bone soup, particularly known for its variety of delicious kimchis. It's a casual, family-friendly place that accommodates solo diners and groups alike, with convenient parking and takeout options.
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“It's clean and delicious. The last time I went, the kimchi was a bit overripe. I wish they'd managed it better. ^^”
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“The soup was delicious and savory. Also, the kimchi, a representative Korean side dish, was delicious.”
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“The broth is rich and savory, and the aged/seasoned kimchi and dried radish greens are delicious, so we often order take-out.”
This long-standing spot is a testament to authentic cheonggukjang, offering a pungent, fermented soybean paste stew that's both deeply flavorful and surprisingly mild. While the signature dish is the star, the stir-fried squid is a popular, well-seasoned accompaniment that many return for.
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“It's well-fermented, with a strong flavor, but it's smooth and easy to digest, resulting in a delicious, non-burdening flavor.”
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“The soup itself has a mild and sweet flavor. They added lots of beans too, so the meal was very nutritious.”
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“The stir-fried octopus is delicious, but the price is a bit high for the amount.”
This Seoul spot serves a clean, savory gomtang broth that's a comforting staple. It's a straightforward, no-frills place that's particularly well-suited for solo diners seeking a hearty, affordable meal.
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“The price is reasonable, and it's also excellent value for money for a single meal.”
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“When I order at 9:08 to eat alone, the employees threaten me by saying that they will only serve soup and nothing else.”
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“This popular restaurant, located in the heart of Gyodae and Seocho, has maintained its consistent flavor and portion size for many years.”