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BON GA
9861 Long Point Rd (713-461-5265)
Open 7 days 10–10.
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Houston
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(From June 2008) Long Point boasts an international hodgepodge of dining choices, including this small, efficient spot popular with Korean natives. Several tables were grilling marinated meats and making lettuce wraps, but we deferred to our waitress’s recommendations. Our favorites were the kimchi pancake—think crispy, thin frittata—and the galbi, marinated boneless beef ribs, thin-sliced and tender. Entrées become feasts with rice and banchan (small dishes of cold sides such as zucchini, daikon, sprouts, spinach, eggplant, and more). Beer & wine. |
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CHOSUN KALBI
2560 Royal Ln, at Harry Hines Blvd (972-406-0087)
Open 7 days 11:30–10.
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Dallas
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(From February 2009) Korean food aficionados will find Chosun Kalbi both familiar and friendly. The staples are all there, abundant and delicious: We had bulgogi (marinated sliced beef) and banchan, the innocent-sounding name for a veritable army of sides (eight? Or was it ten?). The array included kimchi (spicy fermented cabbage), kongnamul (bean sprouts in sesame oil), and sticky rice. The only surprise: more plates on the table than dollars on the check. Bar. |
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KOREA GARDEN
3424 N. 10th (956-683-7339)
Open Mon-Sat 11:30-10, Sun 2-10
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McAllen
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(From March 2009) If you’re unfamiliar with many of the dishes on the menu, don’t be intimidated. The staff is extremely friendly and will take the time to not only recommend something but also show you how to eat it. All entrées come with the customary banchan (side dishes), like sprouts, potatoes, squash, pickled cabbage, green beans, and seaweed. Both the bulgogi (seasoned sliced barbecued beef) and the yukgaejang (spicy beef stew) are outstanding. The Korean television shows playing in the background are a little distracting but do add to the atmosphere. Beer & wine. |
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NAAN
The Shops at Legacy, 7161 Bishop Rd, Plano (972-943-9288)
Open Mon–Thur 11–10, Fri & Sat 11–11, Sun 5–10.
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Dallas
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(From June 2008) Sinuous curves, ornate painted screens, and scarlet banquettes contribute to the serene vibe of this acclaimed Korean restaurant. We sipped a cup of green tea and a bowl of miso soup, dotted with tofu and seaweed, while waiting for a bento box, which was exemplary: shrimp, tuna, and salmon sushi; slabs of salmon sashimi; half a California roll; and a piquant cucumber salad. We finished with a “bananatini”—a martini glass filled with tempura-fried bananas, ice cream, chocolate sauce, and strawberries. Bar. |
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SEOUL
4620 50th (808-687-8835)
Mon–Fri 11–3 & 5–9, Sat 11–9. Closed Sun.
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Lubbock
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(From July 2009) A simple room of deep earth tones and sharp black accents makes a tranquil backdrop for vibrant Korean cuisine, with other Asian crowd-pleasers thrown in for good measure. From kimchi pot stew to beef teriyaki, the menu has a dish for everyone. The popular sweet-potato tempura is light and crispy; the bibimbap—the Korean staple of beef, vegetables, and a fresh egg—is served up in a sizzling earthenware crock; and the fragrant seafood soup brims with mussels, shrimp, and calamari. |
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