De Chou has a lengthy menu to match with dishes made for a crowd. The kamjatang jeongol ($47.99) is…read morea hot pot stuffed to the gills with pork bones, potatoes, rice cakes, zucchini, and even enoki mushrooms and jalapeno garnishes. The broth wasn't very salty but still flavourful and once you let the peppers steep into the broth, they add a lovely spicy kick. Another substantial dish is the steamed pork bo saam ($49.99 for large) where slices of pork belly are kept warm on a hot plate. Diners tuck these soft meat slices into lettuce, Napa cabbage, and turnip with a smear of the savoury bean sauce for a protein packed bite. Our table was split about the haemui pa jeon ($28.99). The size of a medium pizza, it's made for a group. Personally, I found it way too thick and didn't contain enough ingredients to balance out the doughiness of the Korean style pancake. Conversely, my relatives preferred the heft as it contrasted the crispy exterior and soft interior. I guess it depends if you're a thin versus pan crust type of pizza lover. I'm firmly in the Neapolitan camp. I thoroughly enjoyed the crust that develops on the bottom of yachae dolsot bibimbap ($18.99). And the hot stone rice bowl contained a good combination of ingredients to ensure there was plenty of vegetables and beef to go around. De Chou's LA kalbi ($34.99) was rather neutral with very little sauce, so you mostly taste the beef. I personally would have preferred more sauce to help caramelize onto the beef ribs, but the older members of the family appreciated the plainness and liked that it was tender. This is a long review for the rest go to Gastro World.

(3/5) De Chou Korean Restaurant - Lunch Review…read more We stopped by De Chou Korean Restaurant for lunch today since we happened to be nearby. The sign said it opens at 11:30 a.m., and true to their word, the doors opened exactly on time. The restaurant itself is quite large and impressively clean -- that was my first good impression. We originally went in because of the sign outside advertising Korean ginseng chicken soup, but when we asked the server, he told us it's no longer on the menu. A bit disappointing, especially since my wife wasn't feeling well and I thought that soup would've been perfect for her. We ordered two Bulgogi Dolsot Bibimbaps ($21.99 each). The portion was decent, but the flavor was a bit bland and not salty enough for our taste -- overall I'd give it a 6/10. We also tried the Japchae ($13.99). Unfortunately, it was too greasy, a bit slimy, and overcooked -- about a 4/10 for me. They served five small side dishes, which were just average (5/10), and a small cup of noodle soup that was lukewarm and slightly sweet -- not to my liking, as I prefer savory over sweet in Korean food. The total came to $65.51 before tip, and we left a standard 15%. To be fair, by the time we finished lunch, there were quite a few tables filled, so maybe other dishes are better. But based on what we ordered today, the food didn't live up to the price. Would I go again? Probably not.

A Friend came to visit and watch the new Demonslayer movie. So we brought them here for a pre movie…read moredinner as they never had something like this. Service 10/10 - today they had 3-4 waiters/waitresses working so there was always somebody coming in to check if things needed refills. Our waiter (sorry the name is escaping me.) was a newer parttime worker but was providing us 10 out of 10 service!! Food - 10/10 we got alot more sides than normal today for our friends to try. The tteokbokki was nice and had a deep flavor. Not too spicy and not too sweet. Rice balls was nice and soaked up the tteokbokki sauce. This time we got the half half with spicy bossam and Bbq jokbal. They were both really good flavors. The store had kpop playing at a moderate volume. But we had no issues chating away while sipping on soju. Definitely recommend!

Came here to introduce our friend to Jokbal. We ordered the half and half (spicy Jokbal and the…read moregarlic Jokbal) along with the seafood pancake. We love how the sides are refillable but I don't think we ever ask for refills more than twice as the portion is so generous. Hanyang Jokbal has always been consistently good, and it's why we always come back. The portion of food is always plenty, the taste is unmatched and the sides are delicious. While the food took some time it was understandable as it was very busy. The waiter was very apologetic about the wait. In terms of the interior, it's just one more thing that makes this place such a good dining option. The interior makes you feel like you're not in Toronto. While it does get quite loud, I think it just shows how much people are enjoying the food and the vibe. Hanyang Jokbal is definitely a must!

First time in my life seeing a Korean restaurant give 2 tiny portions of side dishes when ordering…read moretakeout. Stingy and bad service at the same time. When I picked up the order, I knew I didn't ask for utensils, so I requested for them in person. The lady took the extra mile by pulling the receipt in my face to prove that I didn't ask for any in my order. When I reached out to the store regarding this, they didn't read my message and went back to blaming me again! They refused to offer any further assistance in remedying the issue.

Dangol Korean Restaurant is an excellent Korean restaurant popular with families who frequent…read moreMilliken Wells shopping centre. It's open late and available on delivery platforms like UberEats, DoorDash and SkipTheDishes. Closed Mondays. Their banchans are pretty tasty. They give you 4 plates of banchan like kimchi, namul sprouts, sweet braised potato and stir fried fishcake. The staff here are very attentive to customers. I decided to try their seafood soon du bu seafood soft tofu soup* #S2 which came with a variety of seafood like mussels, squid, shrimp, tofu and zucchini vegetables. It was served bubbling hot and was very delicious. Ordered their original fried chicken #C1 which came on a platter topped with crispy outside yet inside it was juicy chicken. Their fried chicken would be a fitting accompaniment to a nice cold drink, pop, beer or soju! Other diners ordered #N1 ja jang myun Korean style black bean sauce served with noodles, #F7 supreme donkatsu deep fried pork cutlet with supreme sauce, #F3 deep fried squid rings, #M2 bulgogi stir fried marinated soft beef, and #F1 deep fried dumplings.

Started coming here for a few years now for gathering with friends or dinner with the family…read more Summary: The boss lady ajumma is very nice and friendly and food is quite decent. The decor is very plain. But coming here isn't about decor, rather the food and service. Ordered seafood pancake numerous times and it's tasty and filling. I even dared to eat the army stew with ramyeon (I don't eat that spicy). Lol! Overall experience is good! Just harder now to bring my kid out, even though the ajumma is quite accommodating.

The resto is actually big enough to fit large parties!…read more Came w/ a large group of friends after a saturday badminton session. You have to kinda enter from a sketchy back entrance. The server wasn't the friendliest but she was prompt when we needed her which was good. The portion sizes are nice and big. They have pork bone soup which uses the traditional spine of the pig but they also have pork and pork ribs soup (which they're always sold out of .... sad face). You can get your gamjatang w/ noodles though which is cool. I liked the flavour of the supreme chicken but it's a shame that the chicken wasn't that crispy. I say this with all honesty. The chicken was slightly overcooked because while the meat wasn't dry, it certainly wasn't juicy either. The taste was on point though. 4 stars overall (5 if the chicken had been crispy). Will be back for sure because of those huge portions!

My friends and I were looking to try someplace new, and we found this place. We also wanted fried…read morechicken, which they have, so here we are. We didn't wait long to be seated, as it wasn't busy yet when we got there. It got busy after we sat down. We ordered soy garlic fried chicken, corn cheese, chicken & fries, and tteokbokki. What they are missing is an alcohol license, as we wanted to order soju to go with the chicken, but they don't have one. Overall, the food's great, and I even ordered more chicken for takeout for my yeobo. The atmosphere is okay, not too loud or too crowded, as I brought along my baby to have dinner. If you live close by and want fried chicken and some Korean food, I would say come and try the place out to see if it's to your liking.

My family and I was in the area looking for a place that serves wings and we came across this…read morerestaurant. We came on a weekend luckily it wasn't too busy and we were able to get a seat right away. We ordered fried chicken dumplings, original fried chicken, chibap and a chicken sandwich. The fried chicken was very crispy and tender. The dumplings were on point. The sandwich was just okay, it was pretty filling. Overall, it's a decent restaurant if you're looking for some fried food.

The most bang for your buck! The server filled my bowl with so much food she used aluminium foil to…read morekeep the lid and bowl together as it did not snap shut. When you order the beef bowl, you get so much more than you pay for. The first time I ordered this, I wasn't fully aware of everything that would be included in the bowl. So I watched the server add in item after item after item. I was surprised as each addition was dropped into my bowl! Crispy gyoza, fried greens, japche, and kimchi were all so generously placed into my bowl! So much flavor, so many textures! Highly recommend. Price cant be beat for the portion size! Limited to no seating, more of a grab and go type setting.

100% Korean A Must-Try Spot for Korean Food Lovers…read more 100% Korean is definitely a staple in my books. The food is always consistent, the prices are more affordable than most other Korean restaurants, and the portions are huge. One thing I really appreciate is that every meal comes with 3 banchan of your choice and the lady always loads them up generously. My goto dish is their gamjatang flavorful, hearty, and comforting every single time. Whether you're craving a satisfying meal or just love authentic Korean flavors, this place won't disappoint. Highly recommend for anyone who loves Korean food!

Best place in Ontario for raw marinated crab! The spicy crab is amazing and the soy one is great if…read moreyou like sweeter flavours. The kimchi stew was extremely flavourful and a must try if you like rich kimchi flavours. The marinated shrimp was not bad but the crab is the star of the show. The free sides are great as well as the complimentary barley tea! The restaurant had ample seating and I did not feel rushed at all. The place was clean and the workers were kind. Must visit if you're in the area!

I came here during Korealicious to try traditional Korean soy-marinated crab and shrimp…read more The complimentary side dishes were great. My favorites were the sweet soy-braised tofu skin, japchae, and spicy cucumber salad. The hot barley tea also paired really well with the marinated seafood. Marinated Crab The platter comes with six half pieces of soy-marinated crab and six half pieces of spicy marinated crab. The soy-marinated crab tasted very traditional, with a strong sweet soy sauce flavor. Compared with another Michelin pop-up restaurant I tried before, this version was much richer and saltier. The blue crab meat had a soft, jelly-like texture from the curing process, which was impressive. However, the soy sauce became quite dominant after a few pieces, so I highly recommend pairing it with the beef tendon soup or barley tea to balance the flavors. The spicy crab, however, wasn't my favorite. Instead of the sweet, savory heat that I usually associate with Korean gochujang, it leaned more toward the direct heat of Korean chili flakes, similar to the spice level in tteokbokki. I felt the spiciness overwhelmed the natural sweetness of the crab rather than enhancing it. Marinated Shrimp I was worried that eight shrimp wouldn't be enough, but the plate was huge. They use giant tiger prawns, each about the size of my hand, so two or three are already quite filling. Because the prawns are so large, they are only lightly cured, so the meat stays firm and springy instead of becoming soft like the Cantonese-style marinated shrimp I'm more familiar with. The sweet soy marinade penetrates the meat very well, making every bite flavorful. However, after a few shrimp, the soy sauce becomes increasingly dominant and the flavor starts to feel one-dimensional. Personally, I prefer the layered flavors of Cantonese-style marinated seafood, where the freshness of the seafood is complemented by ginger, garlic, cooking wine, and fish sauce. Beef Tendon Soup This ended up being my favorite dish of the meal. The broth was rich with beef flavor and had a wonderful silky texture from the collagen released by the tendon. It paired perfectly with the marinated seafood. A sip of the soup cleansed the palate from the strong soy sauce, making the next bite of crab or shrimp taste fresh again. The tendon itself was tender and well-cooked. The only thing I didn't enjoy was the mustard soy dipping sauce served on the side. Overall, this meal felt more like experiencing two very different marinated seafood traditions. Korean-style marinated seafood emphasizes the deep savory flavor developed through soy sauce curing, while Cantonese-style marinated seafood highlights the natural sweetness of the seafood with layers of ginger, garlic, cooking wine, and fresh aromatics. Even though I personally still prefer the Cantonese style, I enjoyed experiencing this traditional Korean approach.

We came to this area because my husband was going to try the restaurant next to this one, but they…read moreonly have hot pot. So we came to this one for Korean food. After we ordered the traditional Pork Bone Soup and Seafood pancake, the nice app dishes came fast. The corns was sweet and the Kimchi was good as I like the way. I like Kimchi so much. The pork bone soup looked small, but it was still big to us with a bowl of rice, they only offered jasmine rice not the traditional brown rice or black rice. That's a bit disappointed. The Seafood pancake was really fulfilling. They only had shrimp and squid with some green onions. The pancake was cut in slices and actually really full feeling. We felt too full to have extra stuff. Next time, we really want to try the hot pot.

3.5 STARS It was…read morepouring down hard today, and after running some errands, we stopped by to have some lunch. We got the tonkatsu, Mapo gamjatang tofu, and fried beef dumplings. Tonkatsu was okay, a bit in the dry side. It came with small side of rice and cabbage salad, along with some danmuji. Beef dumplings were nothing to write home about. The Mapo gamjatang tofu was underwhelming. The meat was super tender and plentiful, tofu is soft, but the overall flavour was lacking and even though it stated on the menu it was spicy, had no spice. They gave us some banchan to start, I really loved their kimchi, but everything else was just okay. Server was really nice, but she was talking on her earbuds the whole time.

Was wandering around the plaza and ended up at this cute little eatery where ookinza use to reside…read more The decor inside gives off Japanese vibes serving up Korean dishes. The decor is from the previous store I think called maki momo? The dine in is counter seating. The taste is definitely not your typical Korean soup spices but the pork bone was definitely fall off the bone and tender which some Korean places serve it very dry. The spicy fish and veggie soup was also different as the fish used I believe it's snakehead where other places usually have that thick cut white fish which is meh. So I really enjoyed it. Definitely don't set the expectation as authentic Korean dishes for these two dishes in terms of taste because it's quite different. The pork bone soup had a lot of garlic in it but something about the soup base gave me sukiyaki flavours. The fish soup was slightly different as well but also can't narrow down what it reminds me off but that one gave some Chinese spin to it. Although different I'd say it's unique and good in their own way, I'd go back for their grilled meat options next time. For service there is a girl who takes your order and also the one that brings you food and periodically comes by to check on you. Very friendly. Lastly, you can purchase a membership for a year for $10 and it's basically half price on their prices. -Totally worth it.

Really good food for the price and amount , more chinese leaning flavors rather than korean.read more

Decided to come back to this restaurant for their limited time lunch special. They have 4…read moredifferent noodles between 12-14$ which is a great deal. We tried their pork kalguksu which comes with nice thick slices of pork, torched on each side. Tender and meaty. The noodles are cooked well, al dente. The pork broth is rich and flavorful. The cold noodles are very refreshing for hot summer days. The broth has a slightly sweet, a little tangy flavor to it. Lots of glass noodles also cooked al dente. Comes with an egg, sliced beef, cucumbers. Also really delicious. Banchans are fresh and have a good spice to it for those with spice. Service was good, it wasn't too busy so there was only 1 server working. Definitely recommend trying their noodles for a quick, affordable and delicious lunch.

Decided to have lunch here on a Saturday afternoon and I was very pleased!…read more The quality of the meats were amazing - they were tender and very flavourful. The banchan were very good and we were able to get refills on them which is always a plus when going to KBBQ. The dining experience is interactive, with staff providing grilling assistance to ensure guests cook their meats properly. The ambiance is stylish and modern, making it a great spot for date nights and group dining. Also a plus is they do validate parking if you've parked in the garage! I highly recommend trying this restaurant out if you're a KBBQ lover. Definitely will be coming back!