Had lunch with my friends and tried a new place called "tteok sang". This is authentic Korean cuisine, and the owner is also from Korea. The food feels like home-style cooking. They only accept cash and PayNow; PayWave is not available. Price-wise, it is still affordable; however, the portions are considered small, so I needed to order more than one dish, making it expensive. For women, I think the portions are suitable. I recommend this place.
Karen Tan
4
It's a fuss-free, homely, and cozy Korean restaurant that's not crowded, so service is fast. The K-pop music choice is fantastic too. I discovered this by accident, and this is my second time here!
Today, I had a pleasant surprise when one of the lovely servers brought out a plate of kimbap as a free service after I cancelled the order because I thought it was expensive ($4 for 2 skinny rolls). Thank you so much!
Absolutely love the unlimited kimchi and japchae side dishes. We spent about $25 for 2 people: 2 mains and a pancake.
What to order that's value for money and delicious:
- Udon soup
- Jajangmyeon
- Army stew
I wish there were tangsuyuk though, it pairs best with Jajangmyeon! Will be back :)
Chin Lim
4
Probably one of the cheapest places to eat bo ssam. Skin can be slightly tough to chew. Gimbap is too small for its price. Stew and jajangmyeon taste authentic. Overall, if you are in the area and hungry for some Korean food, it can be a good place to eat. Kimchi and japchae are refillable, by the way.
Kelvin Ang
4
Visited for a quick meal before my next appointment. Ordering is at the counter, and you help yourself to the banchan before the main dish is served at your table. For the prices, it’s good value for money and substantial for one person, especially with free-flow banchan.
Michele Lim
5
We ordered Sundubu and bibimbap for our lunch, and both dishes were delicious! I believe Sundubu is a dish that never goes wrong, and it was very much to my liking. They also served complimentary Kimchi and bee hoon (forgotten what it's called in Korean). We also added on a Soju. The portion was enough for ladies, as my hubby was still hungry after eating his bibimbap. He is a big eater, so consider ordering more small dishes to go along.
Kai Man
4
My second visit to Aperia Mall to check out the Thai Supermarket that moved from Golden Mile Complex. I chanced upon this eatery and was craving for some Korean food. Food was delicious and warm, just to my preference. Although I saw quite a few negative reviews for the store, my take is a four-star rating. To each their own.
Nora Lee
3
Came on a weekday evening, and it was quiet, as is the norm for weekdays. Had the pork bone stew and was disappointed with the “porky” smell. Though they provided free-flow side dishes, only four types were available. The pork bone stew cost $13.90 and came with a bowl of rice.
Clara Tan
1
Worst Korean food ever. Gamjatang was just bones with no meat at all and the soup tasted diluted. Bossam was tough and tasteless. Army stew was worse than SAF-issued ration, with no meat inside at all. The rice portion was so little. The cashier was more interested in applying her lipstick than attending to us.
Caroline Koo
1
Our trip was disappointing. We made our way there after reading reviews that said the food was nice and had an authentic Korean taste.
We ordered the ginseng chicken soup. The soup was bland, with a few cloves of garlic and no ginseng, and tasted more like garlic put in plain water. The chicken was frozen and tasted hard. The gamja tang was not a stew at all, just some spicy soup with a few pork ribs and no potatoes. The chicken with tteok-bokki was so-so. The chicken was hard too.
Not worth the price. You can get better quality Korean food for the price paid.
Kim Jun Hoong
4
During a bustling lunch rush at Aperia Mall, I stumbled upon this charming Korean eatery. Despite the crowds, seating was surprisingly swift, with immediate availability for a group of six. The decor channels the vibrant atmosphere of Korean street food markets, enhancing the dining experience.
💰 Prices: The menu, though limited, features some unique items like raw marinated crab (though I opted for something lighter for lunch). I settled on the udon, priced at around $9. The broth was delightfully sweet, and the noodles were tender, but the dish could have benefited from more ingredients to justify the cost.
⭐️ Services: Service was efficient, which was impressive given the crowd. The self-service side dishes, while limited in variety, are available in unlimited quantities, which is a nice touch.
🍽️ Ambience: The interior mimics a Korean street food setup, which adds an authentic flair to the meal. It’s a comfortable spot for casual dining, especially in a mall setting.
👅 Taste: The taste of the food was generally good; the udon broth was especially noteworthy. However, the overall dish could have been improved with more generous portions of ingredients.
Overall: A solid choice for Korean cuisine aficionados looking for a quick, satisfying meal during a shopping day. It's particularly appealing for those who enjoy self-serve side dishes and a street food vibe right in the heart of the city.