Sundubu Jjigae exceeded every expectation

I went in with low expectations — I'd had mediocre versions before. What I found was Sundubu Jjigae made with real commitment to kimchi brine and technique. The sweet, spicy, and savoury at once result was more complex and satisfying than anything I'd had before.

the communal banchan side dishes are as important as the main. The a pojangmacha street tent was exactly right for this kind of eating. makgeolli rice wine was offered as the natural choice and it elevated everything. When a dish you thought you knew surprises you completely, that's worth celebrating. Five stars without hesitation.