Mmmm delicious korean food!!…read more I feel so outdated because I only recently found out about this place LOL! This location is in the same plaza as Galati Market Fresh. The restaurant itself is a bit outdated, so dont expect anything fancy. The servers were nice and friendly. The menu was huge but my only reason was to get the Dae-Ji Gom Tang (pork soup). I think this was the first (or maybe only?) restaurant in Toronto to serve gom tang, so I was really looking forward to it!! The pork slices were so thin and juicy. I couldn't believe it was that good!! We got another side of pork slices to share. The soup was clear and had a really soothing and comforting. We also got some fried chicken, spicy squid over rice, mandu, bibimbap and blood sausages to share. Of course, some makgeolli to cleanse our palettes. We saw lots of people ordering the samgyetang but because it was close to 40 degrees, we didnt feel like sweating a lot anymore. Next time I gotta order the green tea Samgyetang!

The food was so good here I loved everything here. Got the soup and it was nice and flavourful. So…read morewere the side dishes!

Homey and hearty noodles and dumplings…read more Atmosphere: This is a cozy restaurant with a very comforting and homey atmosphere, with food to match. There were smaller tables throughout and it was quite casual, with families and friends gathering. Food: The kimchi tasted very fresh and light, with a hint of spice but less fermentation than grocery-store kimchi. The bossam set was nice with some radish and vegetables to balance out the richness of the pork. The noodles tasted very springy and fresh, and had a great texture and chew to them, with some beef and a couple of nicely filled gyoza to tie the dish together. Overall, the food tasted very hearty but the portion was on the smaller size for the price. Service: The staff were warm and inviting, and the tea brought out quickly and food arriving shortly after. Servers were out of the way and you pay up front/at the counter. Great bowl of noodles and gyoza on a cold Wintery day

Came here for their Pork Mandu and their KalGukSu for lunch, also got to try their seafood pancake!…read more Their kimchi is one of the best I've ever had! I like how it tastes super fresh and garlicky! Not overly spicy! Super crunchy Napa cabbage. Quick easy lunch.

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.

I ordered the pork jjampong ramen and the snack size spicy rice cake from the 10.99 menu. I thought…read moreit was pretty good value in terms of portion size. They did not skimp out on the pork in the ramen. I loved the fried what I think is sweet potato on the spicy rice cakes. Both were not very spicy to my taste, but I enjoyed it. Service is typical of a small ma and pa Asian restaurant. Quick service and leave you alone until you ask for their attention.

I can't say I was super familiar with this type of food before our meal, but from the pictures I…read moresaw, it definitely seemed like something that would be right up my alley. The place was empty when we arrived at lunchtime on a recent Saturday, so the service was friendly and efficient. We decided to start with the Fried Vegetable Dumplings. They arrived to the table pretty quickly and were piping hot. I've eaten a lot of fried dumplings in my day but I would have to rank these near the top. They're cooked perfectly and the filling is more flavorful than the usual. The included dipping sauce, which reminded me of a spicier Big Mac sauce, complements the dumplings perfectly. For our main, we decided to share the Cheese Dakgalbi ("Stir-fried chicken in a red pepper paste, cabbage, sweet potato, carrot, rice cake, green onion, and covered with mozzarella cheese together on a hot pan"). Indeed, the dish arrived to the table still sizzling. It looked incredible and tasted even better. Everything about this dish worked for me, from the delicious, spicy sauce to the various components to that ooey gooey cheese. It's not a stretch to say this is the kind of thing I would happily eat regularly. I'm very happy with my experience at Hancock Cheese Dakgalbi and I'll definitely be returning.

Checked this place out in the afternoon today. It is in an industrial plaza with plenty of parking…read more It is small. There is only enough seating for about 4-5 groups of people. You will be close to other patrons. With that being said, the vibe is very small local restaurant, but it adds to the ambience. Even though it was a Sunday afternoon, and off peak hours, the restaurant still had a steady stream of customers. We ordered the bibambap, gamjatang and ttukbaegi bulgogi. All dishes were delicious, with deep flavours. But my favourite was the bibambap - it was so rich and flavourful. I thoroughly enjoyed it. I would love to go back to have it again. Dining at this restaurant was truly an enjoyable experience. The food was so yummy. Prices are reasonable and portions are decent. I hope to return soon.

My family and I were excited to try Dolsoe today and we got to try a variety of dishes:…read more- seafood soondubu: For seafood, it came with one small mussel, one medium shrimp, one baby shrimp, and one piece of squid. It came with a solid amount of tofu and an egg that scrambled in the soup. The soup was quite flavourful and it came with a side of rice. - bibimnaengmyeon: it had nice and chewy noodles with an icy flavourful broth served with mustard and vinegar for you to adjust to taste - beef galbi: came with pretty raw onions and a good amount of galbi. The side dishes unfortunately did not hit the mark as the texture was either too soft and the kimchi and other pickled dishes were too sour. The service was very kind and efficient though. The restaurant gives off mom and pop vibes and feels like you're going to get a home cooked Korean meal.

Staff was extremely friendly and accommodating! I'm really glad Sinjeon Topokki was my final stop…read morebefore heading back to the US. I ordered original level 3 topokki to-go and they were able to accomodate my request by leaving it uncooked. I was able to enjoy them fresh, once I got back and they tasted amazing! It was spicy, sweet, and chewy! They were also having a promotion and gave me free toppings. I chose the wide potato noodles, which were a great addition! I highly recommend this place and stop by if you want to try affordable and authentic topokki. Thank you so much for your generosity!

This place has been on my list for a long time and I finally got to try it!…read more I ordered the set 2 combo which included your choice or topokki , choice of rich bowl, pop + fried fish. Around $22 for the set. We chose the rose topokki . The rice cakes itself were really nice and chewy. I was under the impression it would be more on the creamier side, which it wasn't really. The fried sticks were ok, but the star of the show was the rice bowl! It was really tasty and flavourful. This place gets really busy during lunch time since TMU is just around the corner. If you want to dine it, there are about 5 tables to sit at. The staff were friendly and welcoming and there were kpop videos and songs in the background! I would go and try the gimbap and carbonara topokki for my next visit.

Food was yummy…read more Service is ok. A bit slow. Ambiance is ok. Kinda crammed. I prefer the Richmond Hill location more.

LOVE that Bap Zip gives you your own individual banchan along with the meal. I ordered their #1…read moreseller which is the egg plant dolsot bibimbap, which comes with some beef, seaweed soup and an array of sides to make it such a colourful meal. The variety and colourful dishes really make it appetizing, worth it for just shy of $20. I also don't see many spots serving eggplant with bibimbap and I felt like I had well-balanced meal. However, I wouldn't say it's above other spots I had or a homemade Korean meal. If I had to be picky, the kimchi is a bit too tart for my liking and the japchae could use a tiny bit more sesame oil. It's okay but not blow my socks off ya know what I mean? My SO got the tofu stew with mackerel and we also ordered another side of mackerel. He enjoyed his meal and would gladly return. Plus I want to try their gukbap next time!

This is a great place for Korean comfort food. From your stews to rice to fried chicken, the menu…read moreis pretty varied. Located on Yonge Street, just north of Sheppard, it is situated in a strip of restaurants where there are at least 2 other Korean places. What was ordered: Seafood pancake - thin and crispy; the only seafood we could see was calamari Dumpling and rice cake soup Spicy chicken - served with a bowl of soup/broth. You get 6 sides, with refills as needed. They are advertised as a bar so good selection of soju and a couple of beers on tap. Diners have lots of choices in this little strip but if you want comfort without fuss this would be a good choice.

The reviews were mixed but I chose the place because of the dishwater and utensils used, and I was…read morenot disappointed. Ordered their speciality hen soup, sweet and spicy Korean fried chicken and spicy pork dupdap lastly their seafood pancake. My Asian mother loves it because the seasoning was light but might be bland for others. The soup could've used more herbal ingredients as it didn't taste herbal at all. The Korean fried chicken was nice and crispy. The pancake was so crispy because I think they coat the outside with bread crumbs. The spicy spork was sweet and spicy and the rice was also partially scorched. Service was great and our waiter refilled our banchan a few times. Many tables along with a patio as well.