I have been a little slow on my food reviews lately and I am really sorry about that. Going back on track with my latest food exploits, I explored the Korean Cuisine just a few walks away from where I work. We headed out to Chosun Galbi, a Korean restaurant that is open to all! The place is truly spacious. Each table can hold up to 8 to 10 guests. They have VIP rooms too, for a more intimate and closed area. We headed out here cause they are open at this time of the day. It was around 10PM already and we needed some grub.
A lovely waitstaff greeted us when we arrived and ushered us to a small room. There was a marble table on the center and have four chairs. A small steel window was there as well with decorative lights to set the mood. At the center of the table was a steel equipment. I reckon it was used for cooking. It was for grilling meat. We ordered the Samgyupsal and Yukijang.
Korean Dishes 101:
Yukgaejang or Yukijang is a spicy, soup made from beef and other vegetables which is simmered together for a long time. This is a form of gomguk, or a thick soup which was served in Korean royal court cuisine. Ohhh somehow I felt privileged! LOL
Samgyeopsal is a very popular Korean dish. Consists of thick, fatty slices of pork belly meat. Cooked on the grill by diners and is commonly served as an evening meal.
Ssamjang consists of chili paste. Used with vegetable accompaniments.
Gireumjang made with salt and sesame oil. Used when a diner wants to taste the cooked meat itself.
The staff came back with a liter of water and a lot of small bowls with veggies and whatnots. Suddenly, the table grew smaller and smaller as she filled it with small bowls! They had pork medallions, slices of potato, onions and garlic ready for grilling. She arranged the grill and lighted up fire. The steel was already oiled and the fire came from a butane can.
Here are some of the vegetable side dishes. By the way, you can have unlimited refills! I'd try to make names for each set.
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| Spicy Cucumber Salad |
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| Kimchi, a traditional fermented Korean dish made of vegetables with a variety of seasonings. |
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| Eggplant, Bell Pepper and Carrot Salad. |
There were a lot of side dishes and these were the only ones near where I sat. So pardon me for not covering everything. There would be a few bits and pieces down.
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| Fresh greens and a few chili! |
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| Ssamjang upfront and the Gireumjang at the back. |
The Yukijang was truly great! A lovely mix of mild spicy, soft meat and even a bit of noodles! A great way to start or end the meal.
My take on Samgyeopsal: |
| Yes, it's alfalfa! I love this combination! |
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| This one is with Kimchi. |
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| Cucumber + Dilis = Love! ♥ |
The one with Dilis was my favorite! I think we asked for refills twice! Ha! :D It was really great! The taste was a mix of everything! You get crunchy, crisp, spicy one time or salty, soft the next. Entertaining and ultimately satisfying. This was my first visit and truly not the last. What I love about these types of food is that you get so full however you never feel a sense of umay! Just like when we had Shabu-Shabu. I will see you soon, Samgyeopsal!
Price:
Samgyeopsal - Php250
Yukijang - Php250
Not bad for a three person dinner.
The aftermath?
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| Told you there were so many bowls! ;) |
Salinas Drive, Lahug, Cebu City
Business Hours: 11AM until 3AM
Contact Number: (032) 233-3366
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