Decor: The interior design, including chairs, tables, general setup was really nice. The chairs have a little area for your bag which is a nice touch. Service: All the staff was incredible kind and welcoming. No complaints here. Food: I have some favorites. The scallion croissant is a must-have. Looove the concentration of green onions encased in a crispy shell. The texture of the butter is also suuuper interesting. It's light, airy, and kind of cotton-texture-y? I know that's a weird descriptor but I mean it in a positive way. The lasagna was also one of my favorites as it was very flavorful and the pasta looked like leaves. I'm afraid the oysters, kalbi, and rice + roe didn't feel as impressive. They were pretty mediocre in terms of taste, but in context with the price, I wouldn't get these if I were to revisit. Music: Typically at a more upscale restaurant, the lights are dim (as was the setup here) and you'd expect some easy-going, relaxing music. They were playing kpop during my visit. I don't have anything against kpop, though it did catch me by surprise since the vibes seem to clash. read more

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Unfortunately....this place is overhyped for me. I love Korean and Taiwanese food and have been seeing Yeobo Darling all over social media. The food looks visually stunning but tasted nothing special. The service was decent, the restaurant is well decorated and cozy but smelled like uni from the moment we walked in. The lasagna was my favorite (and most unique imo!) out of the bunch but nothing else really stood out to me. Overall, food is good but for the premium price tag, I expected more. I feel like the food scene in the Bay is highly competitive and you can find on par/better for less. read more

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Portions were really small, and they kept pushing us to order more, saying we'd still be hungry. For the price, the taste was pretty mediocre--honestly, it felt almost ridiculous to pay that much. I had heard from a couple of people not to recommend this place for these exact reasons, and now I regret not listening. The only thing we enjoyed--and felt was worth the price--was the croissant, which they source from a local bakery. read more

Yeobo Darling - Taiwanese Near Me - Menlo Park, California

Yeobo Darling is a new Korean and Taiwanese fusion spot on the Peninsula that open ~July 2025. Didn't realize the team behind them were one Michelin starred before covid. ALL service staff were knowledgeable and on top of everything from the bottom to top. And the team worked respectfully with each other. I can tell they put a lot of thought into presentation and experience. They gave us moist towels to clean our hands since we ordered the wings. Food came out perfectly timed, one after the other. There wasn't anything to complain about! We started with the beef tartare and wings. Both had different crispy mouthfeels. Scallops were delicate and decadent. And the anchovy fried rice was aromatic and crisped up from being cooked in cast iron. Their portion sizes are what you'd expect from upscale restaurants. So I'd recommend maybe one or two bites per person. An appetizer. And at least 1.5x mains per person. Expect to pay about $70-90/pp without drinks. read more

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I kept hearing about this place from friends and other foodies on IG, so I made it a priority to come check it out while I was in the Bay for my wedding. Unfortunately, I ended up feeling pretty underwhelmed by the food. For appetizers, we ordered the oyster, the wagyu tartare, and the potato jeon. Of these three, I only liked the potato jeon, which was unique in its combination of both flavor and texture and made for a very enjoyable two bites! I would definitely recommend getting this appetizer: the uni taste is subtle, but still there, and I loved the hash-brown flavor of the potato jeon. I'm a big fan of prosciutto in almost all settings so that was a great addition as well. The wagyu tartare was fine, but not memorable, and the white kimchi combo with the oyster ended up tasting kind of weird. For second courses, we ordered the fried chicken, the lu rou lasagna, the silken tofu, and of course the famous scallion croissant. I didn't find any of these to be particularly standout, although they were all good. My favorites ended up being the fried chicken and lu rou lasagna, though that is not saying much since the fried chicken just tasted like any average fried chicken (a bit on the sweet side for me) but it ended up being one of my favorites from the night (I'd say Von's fried chicken is much better in terms of flavor and tenderness, and on par with crisp; but also much, much cheaper). The lu rou lasagna was surprisingly lu rou-forward, which I really liked, and I also enjoyed the scorched edges of the lasagna quite a bit! Beware that lu rou is pretty sweet, so if you aren't a fan of lu rou or don't know what to expect, it may throw you off a bit. For how much it was hyped up, the scallion croissant was pretty underwhelming. It wasn't a bad croissant, as the inside was wonderfully fluffy and light and went very well with the rou song butter--but I found that rather than being crispy or flaky as you would expect from any kind of puff pastry related food, the crust was really stiff and brittle and was not very enjoyable to eat. Maybe we just came on an off day, I'm not sure, but it really didn't have the croissant texture I was looking for. For mains, we ordered the wagyu kalbi and the pork belly. If I'm being completely honest, the kalbi was actually kind of bad compared to non-wagyu kalbi at other normal restaurants like SGD Tofu House. It was a bit tougher to chew, which made it harder for my parents to eat, and the sauce was almost too sweet. The pork was not bad, and if I came back I'd probably order it again, but I wouldn't say it was particularly special. Considering that these dishes cost almost $80 and $50 respectively, I don't feel it was worth it at all (and I am a person who tends not to care about price when it comes to food; I only consider it if I felt the food was subpar). The chocolate mousse injeolmi dessert ended up being the only thing that I'd say was truly standout, other than maybe the potato jeon. The mousse was airy and light, and as all Asians like to hear, NOT TOO SWEET! It went really well with the banana flavored cream on top and the walnuts added great texture. I'd highly recommend ordering that if you come here as well! read more

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Delicious dishes, but very tiny portions. Reminds me of Asia in the sense that you can order a ton of different dishes, just definitely not at an Asian price point. They also take on an optional 6% QOL surcharge, but at least they have the decency to state that it's optional! Overall, I felt like the menu skewed more Korean than Taiwanese. Service was okay. Many of the dishes are meat-based, and there's only a handful of vegetarian-friendly options. As a pescatarian, I was in-between. Our server made note of my dietary restrictions, but didn't walk me through the menu or make suggestions as to what I could order. When our food was delivered, they just repeated whatever was listed out on the menu and didn't point out what would be suitable for me. I can fend for myself, but typically in more upscale dining situations, staff try to make it easier for me. I tried the scallion croissant ($24) and staff offered to leave the dried pork floss on the side. I thought it was just okay, and would preferred more scallions. I was most excited for the perilla somyun dish ($25). I could really taste the pine nuts, but only a hint of perilla. You definitely need to add the extra seaweed bits to enhance the dish. The hokkaido scallop dish ($44) was probably my favorite savory dish of the night. It only comes with 3 scallops though, so order accordingly. Finally, the anchovy and koshihikari rice ($19) helped me fill up. The flavors were there, but the rice was mushier than I expected? I thought I would be able to distinguish between each grain, but the the rice was a bit on the wetter side. Desserts were on point! The 24 karat cake ($14) was so good. It's essentially a slice of carrot cake with a miniscule edible gold flake, but the cake is so soft and fluffy, and the cream isn't too sweet! The milk soft cream ($14) was also delightful. It was topped with some nut brittle and we added on the misugaru donut ($8) and it was perfect with the soft serve! I personally don't like donuts, but found this to be more of a sweet and salty bread instead of a true donut. I also wanted to mention the drinks! I really enjoyed the omi-cha ($14) which is a berry based tea. The omicha berry hits all 5 flavors of the tongue and I first learned about it at the Four Seasons Seoul. I've been looking for something similar in the US, and this is the closest I've gotten. Yeobo also carries an interesting Taiwanese beer (ugly half Taiwan lager). A bit pricey for $19, but interesting because I haven't seen it before! read more

Absolutely top tier dining experience. We were initially a bit hesitant as we wanted to try many dishes but was worried about the price point, but the very shareable portion/style meant that we were able to order 8 different dishes (+3 cocktails) at a pretty reasonable $120~ ish each for four people. Each of the dishes were very deliberately crafted and you can tell that a lot of care went into designing each dish. We started off with a tartare tartlet, which was a flavour explosion in your mouth. The fried coonstripe shrimp were amazing as well. The sauce was an exception pairing. We also got their signature croissant, which was shaped like a brick, but fluffy on the inside. The lu rou lasagna was an interesting dishes - the lu rou was braised very well and tasted authentically Taiwanese, but it didn't feel so much a lasagna, so the identity of the dish felt a bit lacking. The somyun noodles on the otherhand was on point. We loved the kalbi as each piece was quite tender, and the fried rice was well done. We ordered their special of the day - duck made three ways, and the porridge and croquette styles were good. However, the roasted duck breast was a tad bit disappointing. It was quite tough/chewy, and you could physically see the muscle fibers that made each piece quite hard to chew. At $80 for the 3 duck dishes, it was a rather disappointing mistake. The service was good. The response to our feedback on the duck dish was adequate, but not exemplary. Overall, we had a great experience. Would just not order the duck dish again. read more

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I was so excited to snag a reservation at Yeobo Darling after seeing all the excitement leading up to their opening. I loved the story of the restaurants background as a love letter to Korean & Taiwanese dishes and of course, with the chef-owners being Maum alums, I came in with high expectations. Overall while I loved the ambiance and spirit (the menu is one of the more tempting ones I've seen recently!) the food felt a bit underwhelming. First, walking in the interior and overall vibes are lovely. It truly embodies a neighborhood fine dining bistro, feeling chic and polished without being too stuffy or formal. I normally don't order drinks with dinner but my friend and I had to try the Natural Oasis soju cocktail with lemongrass, oolong tea, lemon palm and the Jeju ale. I loved the Natural Oasis as I could really taste the oolong and the tart, bright lemon reminded me of a nice iced lemon oolong tea but it is on the sweeter side. The cocktail itself was gorgeous, presented with a flower on top! For food we shared the: - Salt & pepper crispy shrimp: Loved this dish as the fresh, umami shrimp are lightly coated and fried, giving them a satisfying crunch especially as you can eat them whole with shells on. It's served with a black garlic aioli which is scrumptious to dip in. Do eat these quickly as once they're cold, it loses the crunch which is the most enjoyable part. - Scallion croissant, rou song butter: This was what I was most excited for and unfortunately I was a tad disappointed in the flavor. Loved the texture and layers in the croissant and one serving is large enough for 3-4 people to share but I wish there was scallion throughout rather than just around the outside and I thought overall it needed more savoryness. The rou song butter was ok but again I wish there was more rou song or the butter was salted to cut through the heaviness of the croissant + butter together. - Yeobo, Darling chicken wings: Juicy, crispy wings with a nice savory soy sauce flavor. These are not spicy and not really sweet either. Overall good but I'd go with more unique dishes as these felt pretty standard. - Hokkaido scallop, black bean, cauliflower: This may have been my favorite dish of the night. Loved the perfectly cooked meaty scallop with the black bean sauce and cauliflower cream. It also came with cabbage which felt very familiar to Taiwanese cuisine. A great fusion dish that felt modern with Asian flavors. Service: We originally ordered the lu rou lasagna, not the chicken wings and our server mentioned that we may want to order one more dish which is why we got the wings. Unfortunately it ended up that our server didn't hear the lu rou lasagna order and we didn't realize this until we finished everything else. I was honestly most looking forward to the lasagna and because we we didn't have the time to wait for another order to put it, we couldn't try it. I may have to come back for it but the miscommunication was a bit disappointing as we wouldn't have ordered the wings if the lasagna was noted. read more

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Came here solo and honestly, this place delivers if you know what to order. The beef tartare was just okay, nothing special. Same with the kalbi, which wasn't really worth the price in my opinion. BUT. The kong guksu? Unreal. Not traditional at all, but easily the best I've ever had. As a Korean, I fully approve and I'm low-key inspired to try recreating it myself. Also really enjoyed the chicken liver with pineapple and cilantro, a unique combo that actually works. Service is top-tier. Sit at the bar if you can, perfect solo dining setup. Shoutout to Stasha for making the experience even better. Bonus: You can try unique soju options and even beer straight from Jeju, which is a nice touch. One tip: OpenTable won't show solo seating options, so just go in, it's worth it. read more

Yeobo Darling - Taiwanese Near Me - Menlo Park, California

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The reservations were so hard to get as they can only be made online and are released 30 days in advanced at midnight. I managed to make one for a Thursday night dinner. I had high hopes due to this. I've seen lots of different reviews saying it was the hot, new restaurant to try especially with the creators' Michelin experience. Scallion croissant (4/5): This was paired with a rou song (pork floss) butter. I love a pastry so this was great. The croissant is baked at The Baker Next Door in Redwood City. It could've used more scallions! There is apparently a technique to peel each layer but I couldn't figure it out. Still good to eat it however way. The rou song was a bit out of place. Felt like it was just added on to add an asian flare. Hokkaido scallop (3/5): It tasted like a basic scallop. Good but not worth the price? It had a black bean and cauliflower sauce which was okay. Yeobo, Darling Kalbi & banchan (3.5/5): The kalbi was served on a hot stone. The meat was good but for the portion, $76 is criminal. It could've been more charred for a smokier flavor. The banchan was just a small amount of kimchi and cucumber salad? Nothing elaborate. Overall, the food was good but not worth the price. I wasn't blown away or anything. The ambiance and interior is nice. The waiter was definitely a little shocked that we didn't order more? The portions are small because everything is meant to be shared family style so the bill adds up. read more

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These rezzys were hard to get but so worth the wait! My coworker and fellow foodie have been dreaming about the scallion bread for months and it did not disappoint! The potato jeon with uni, prosciutto, and jalapeno was such a decadent bite-- pretty pricey for the size but well worth the try. Loved the Lu rou lasagna, but the perilla somyum noodles were a little underwhelming. It didn't have much flavor but the crunchy seaweed toppings helped a bit. The galbi was melt in your mouth tender but a bit too salty for us. We thought it was genius to serve it on a hot stone so we could take our time without the meat getting cold. Overall the service was great and the atmosphere felt very warm and elegant. Their cocktails looked delicious but neither of us were drinking that night. I would skip on the soft serve next time and try their karat cake! read more

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My friend was able to get a reservation here on a Tuesday evening about a month out. Reservations are in high demand for this restaurant, but I believe they also do walk-ins! Even for a Tuesday night, the restaurant was fairly busy, with a few open tables either held for walk-ins or future reservations. Restaurant was had chic, yet casual vibes - perfect for a date night! The also have silverware hidden in a drawer on the sides of the table if you're wondering where your utensils are! The staff was very knowledgeable about the menu, explaining each dish and demonstrating how it should be prepared and eaten. They were also extremely attentive, ensuring our table was cleaned in between dishes and waters were filled. Scallion croissant with rousong butter (9/10) - I'm not a huge bread lover, but I could eat this entire loaf of scallion croissant on my own. Crisp edges with a soft, buttery interior - the scallion added such a light savory flavor to the bread. I felt the rousong butter was unnecessary, as it didn't add much to the dish. The rousong was sprinkled atop the butter, making it slightly difficult to spread and get a good amount to add any flavor to the bread. Amberjack rolls (7/10) - the amberjack itself was super fresh and buttery! The cabbage and kelp on the inside of the amberjack roll added a nice textural element. The sauce was a slightly sweet & sour gochujang glaze. With all the mild flavors of the roll, all I could really taste was the sauce, which I was disappointed about. I love fresh amberjack and would have liked a sauce that paired better with the mild, oily sweetness of the fish. Lou rou lasagna (7/10) - a braised meat sauce with dollops of a soft cheese on top of baked lasagna sheets colored green with chrysanthemum. Overall pretty tasty and hearty, but nothing really unique to keep me coming back to the dish. The baked lasagna sheets were pretty difficult to cut, so keep in mind if you want to share this dish! Chilled perilla somyun (8/10) - perilla oil noodles in a foamy pine nut broth, topped with toasted sesame seaweed. This dish definitely grew on me - I liked it more the more I ate it. The sweet nuttiness from the pine nuts almost made this feel like a dessert - a very mild, refreshing dish. Kalbi with banchan (8/10) - the kalbi was absolutely delicious, served on a hot sizzling platter with pickled cucumber and kimchi as the banchan and ssamjang for dipping. The kalbi was tender, and high in flavor, especially when dipped in their ssamjang - a very stark contrast to the other dishes that we had here, all with pretty mild, refreshing taste. It's a pretty small serving, but it's quite on the heavy side, with oil starting to drip down the sides of the platter by the end of our meal lol. I thought their banchan was pretty average - a nice complement to the heavy kalbi, but nothing to write home about. Crispy anchovy rice (6/10) - would have like more crispiness to the rice, didn't really get that scorched rice flavor or texture. I also felt that the dish was slightly under-seasoned. Overall, I think the Taiwanese-Korean fusion concept is great! The presentation of the food is beautiful, but I found myself wanting a bit more from each dish. read more

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it was kind of tough to get a resy so was excited to finally try but was let down. for a fine dining option def expected better quality and creative takes. the good: - vibe was cute and the service was 10/10. - scallion crossaint was such a fun and yummy take on the reg scallion pancake - the best dish we got was the kaluga caviar appetizer with potato custard!! had no idea what it was going to taste like but it was such a unique and delicious pairing the bad: - kalbi for the entree and it was so so. wasnt marinaded well and the meat quality was not better than supermarket quality kalbi. for the price youre paying i expected much better quality and flavor all around - the oysters (7.25 each) with kimchi ice. ice didnt have flavor so it was literally just oyster with some ice on top - lu rou lasagna is only good for the first bite, overwhelming after a while read more

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Taiwanese and Korean fusion got my attention. After waiting a while for this reservation I was excited to finally make it here. Walking in the staff was super friendly and you can tell it was going to be an elevated dining experience. Started off with a few cocktails (Soju based) so delicious Food impeccable and loved the vibe with some kpop playing in the background. Asked what the favorite appetizers to share were and this is what we ate... good till the last drop so delicious will try to come back but just wished they didn't use open table as the wait list takes a while to get a reservation. I say give it a try as I really enjoyed my dining experience here read more

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This review is from the perspective of a flexitarian - I really wish there were more vegetable options, nearly everything had seafood in it. They were kind enough to accommodate some changes like using vegetables in the rice instead of seafood. My fault for not reviewing the menu ahead of snatching up a hard to get, highly hyped reservation. The service is top notch and the space is designed beautifully. The restaurant is fairly small so the tables are packed tightly; I appreciated the curtains used for privacy and sound absorption as it also got quite loud. The portions are fairly small for the price and overall this is an expensive restaurant but I absolutely loved some of the items. The soft service ice cream - ooooooohhhh myyyyyyy - get this item!! The creaminess reminded me of Hokkaido milk, even though it is local Alexandres milk. The soft serve was so good that I immediately looked up where to get the milk in hopes of replicating the experience. The second item I loved was the scallion rectangular cube... so flaky and buttery, wow. I could both items only and be happy. The cauliflower scallops dish was also a standout. The rest of the items were meh for me, which is an unpopular opinion, I know. Given the hype and cost, I wanted to be blown away by the experience and dishes presented. Nevertheless, lots of nice touches everywhere at this restaurant and worth a try. read more

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I was randomly able to get a reservation on OpenTable for a seating a month later on Tuesday evening. There were a few tables that were empty during our entire dining which makes me believe they hold tables for walk ins. If you don't have a reservation, try walk in during a weekday! Staff were very personable and friendly. Water was constantly being refilled. Scallion croissant with rou song butter - croissant was very buttery and flaky, pull apart soft. Rou song butter didn't really add to the experience. Rou song and butter is such a good idea, it would've been nice to have them more blended together. Kalbi - American wagyu Kalbi was amazing, the meat quality is top notch albeit a bit on the oily side. Banchan was decent. Anchovy fried rice - the rice was on the milder side, it would be a nice touch to have the crispy rice bottoms to add to texture and flavor. Once the rice was cold, you can taste the oceaniess of the anchovies. Braised meat lasagna - very interesting fusion, the braised meat goes well with the crispy lasagna pieces Amberjack - very buttery and soft amberjack pieces rolled with some veggies on top of slightly sweet and sour sauce Cold noodle - noodles doused in creamy foamy pine nut broth, mild flavor, could be a good dessert read more

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Nearly seven years later, I'm still having Maum FOMO. In the summer of 2018, I missed out on going to Maum (Korean-American version of Lazy Bear) because of work. OFC, it ended up being culinary star studded world that evening. In 2019, Maum was awarded a Michelin star. Then, the pandemic hit and they closed so I didn't get to visit. I should of felt something coming on back then *cough cough*. Lol! I was able to try the owners' casual food stall: Bǎo Bèi but like others, I've been highly anticipating the opening of their new resto, Yeobo, Darling (a term of endearment between a married couple in Korean). Yeobo, Darling is open for indoor dining only with future plans for outdoor seating. Rezzies are highly recommended unless you're cool with bar seating. M E N U Elevated Taiwanese-Korean Fusion Cuisine as seen through an Asian-American lens. Small, concise a la carte menu with less than 20 items. Soju, low-abv cocktails, coffee, and tea available. Def more of a splurge-y meal (tho may be chump change for the VC and tech ballers in the area). For the recommended number of dishes for two, it was about $175 pp after tax, 6% quality of life mandate, and tip. D R I N K S * Complimentary Still & Sparkling Water * Golden Barley, White Label 17 ($12) First time trying soju distilled from barley. Served chilled, it's light and refreshing with a roast-y spice finish. Very easy to drink neat. F O O D * Wagyu beef tartare tartlet, smoked soy, kohlrabi ($12 x2): https://tinyurl.com/4xnentfz Great first bite, rich and buttery morels of wagyu in a thin, crispy shell with a creamy crown. * Potato jeon, hokkaido sea urchin, prosciutto ($28 x2): https://tinyurl.com/2nc2nzc6 NGL, I was hesitant about paying $28 for two bites but it was worth it. The warm potato pavé was topped with sweet, briny uni with a prosciutto veil creating a wonderful contrast of flavors and textures. * Scallion croissant, rou song butter ($24): https://tinyurl.com/5957hym4 A collab with The RWC's Baker Next Door, I thought the scallion croissant was good but not $24 good. More of a brioche loaf, than a flaky laminated croissant, I was expecting more scallions incorporated into it (ours had none in the center). The rou song (pork floss) was subtle in flavor. * Yeobo, Darling chicken wings ($20): https://tinyurl.com/mrxcchzx Juicy, crisp wings with a good savory sweet flavor but your standard KFC. Would opt for their more creative dishes. * Lu rou lasagna ($31): https://tinyurl.com/46uzuu25 As someone that loves lu rou fan, this hits and is the perfect example of a fusion dish...done right. A union between two comfort foods, rustic Italian lasagna and Taiwanese braised pork [rice], the chefs managed to create something so rich and deeply satisfying yet not heavy. They incorporated chrysanthemum leaves into the flour making the pasta sheets light. Loved the crispy browned edges. Would return just for this! * Yeobo, Darling kalbi & banchan ($76): https://tinyurl.com/mr2zfk6z Served on a sizzling hot stone, the boneless kalbi (short ribs) were richly marbled and tender with a nice caramelization. The marinade tasted different than your usual KBBQ marinade...oyster sauce for a Taiwanese twist? Served with kimchi and cucumber salad for a refreshing bite. Light flavors. Personally, I like banchans with more acid to balance the richness of the meat. * Karat Cake® ($14): https://tinyurl.com/s5czm4fk The co-owner's signature dessert, the Karat Cake® was launched during the pandemic but only available whole. A three-layer carrot cake, the cake layers are impossibly moist with thiccc layers of rich (but not too rich) cream cheese frosting garnished with 24k gold flakes. I like that it was AZN sweet but I was hoping for some tang from the frosting. S E R V I C E Friendly, approachable, and polished service. Our server, Brian was awesome. He was incredibly patient with another table that had a million questions (I would have lost it). The busser/food runner was good about whisking away empty plates and boxing our leftovers. The BOH is on top of firing out courses that promptly arrived. Much appreciated for those who can't sit through long meals. Some minor improvements needed like providing fresh plates and utensils after the small bites/apps. A M B I A N C E Minimalist and sophisticated with moody lighting and curtains between tables for privacy. Great for date night or chill GNO. P A R K I N G Easy free street parking. Overall, Yeobo, Darling is off to a solid start with the highlights being the fusion dishes. I did find myself comparing the more typical dishes like the KFC, kalbi, and banchan to K restos in Santa Clara. Regardless, they're a great addition to Menlo Park that's experiencing a culinary glow-up! read more

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We were so lucky to land a reservation here! Kicked things off with the bite-size beef tartar and wow... so good! Just a hint of soy sauce that made it pop without being overpowering. Next up, the salt + pepper fried shrimp--crunchy, salty, addictive. The shell was so crisp I didn't want to stop munching. Totally a beer-friendly dish (though my soju cocktail was a fun pairing too). Now, the scallion croissants with butter + pork floss--HELLO, favorite dish of the night. Buttery, flaky layers, savory-sweet topping... easily one of the best croissants I've had, period. The chicken wings, on the other hand, were just a ok. Only drumette parts came. Not bad, but not memorable--I'd skip. For mains we shared the beef kalbi with crispy anchovy rice. Juicy, sweet beef + crunchy, flavorful rice = comfort food level unlocked. Such a satisfying finish! read more

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We had a lovely dinner here last night. It is tough to get reservations - I made a reservation about a month in advanced. I found that it's easier to get a reservation for a larger group of 4 than it is to get for 2. Plentiful parking in the parking lot behind the restaurant. The ambience is super modern and intimate. We enjoyed every dish we ordered. The cocktails were also super refreshing. Price is high, but the quality is evident. Our server was concerned we didn't order enough food, but it was the perfect amount for us. I can tell they are trying to achieve high end service, but it just kind of fell short for me. We only ordered 3 items, but everything came out one by one. It would be nice if the server asked us if we wanted the food to come out all at once or as they are finished. We didn't get checked on too many times which I didn't mind. Overall, it was a nice meal but didn't blow me away. I would still recommend others giving them a try. What we ordered: Scallion croissant - so flaky and buttery Wagyu Galbi - super tender and cooked perfectly Lou Rou lasagna - loved the flavor and texture read more

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I've been here twice and both visits were really enjoyable. The first time I came in with prepared with reservations and the other time as a walk in at 7pm. There was a bit of a wait with the walk in-about an hour or so. The menu seems to be more seafood intensive than I'd like (there are meat options, just not as many as I'd prefer) so that kind of limited me the second time I visited as I wanted to try newer items. Service was very friendly and I really liked the soft lighting and relaxed modern vibes. Food is a blend of Korean and Taiwanese cuisine and the owners were previously from Maum. I never got a chance to visit Maum before it closed, so I'm glad that they opened this slightly friendlier to the wallet option. read more

4.5 stars rounded to 5. As a frame of reference, the meal I enjoyed at Yeobo tonight was probably $150-200/head, and expectations are high at this price point. If we were talking roughly $125, they'd have 5 stars. And if they were under $100, it would make no sense -- I'd suspect money laundering or something. You just can't provide these ingredients and this level of cooking and service in Menlo Park without paying your employees and suppliers, and charging your guests. I've uploaded the menu we enjoyed, and I tried absolutely every item listed. The standouts for me were: - Scallion croissant: Don't be polite, eat this while it's hot! Yes, smear on some butter -- takes it over the top! - Chicken liver canape: Not pictured, but this may be the best chicken liver I've had! - Seaweed crisps and waygu tartar: If you have the tartar by itself, it's so-so. With the crisps, it's 3x as good! - Great veg game: Salad beautifully and lightly dressed, seared peppers that came with the chicken wings were really good, the burdock root on the nuruk chicken was perfect. - Banchan: I especially enjoyed the white kimchi and pickled garlic scape. - Dessert: The milk soft serve, and the figs served with it, were pretty great! Almost everything was truly tasty. Perhaps the seafood risotto, summer vegetable rice, and barley tea were underwhelming. Maybe another day they'd be superb! A shout-out to the servers -- super kind, on the ball, and attentive. One member of my party must have had a 15-min convo with a server for all her substitutions and attempted substitutions, and he 0% showed any impatience. Neither he nor anyone else avoided that part of our table at any point in a 3+ hour service. Just unflinchingly professional and hospitable. I would totally come here again for a special occasion. Make sure you allot plenty of time and sufficient $$$! The dining room is pretty noisy, and they don't do takeout. But for those who appreciate creative fine dining with a strong Asian-influence, this is an incredibly enjoyable experience! read more

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Maum was a Michelin-starred korean fusion restaurant in palo alto that we really enjoyed but it had sadly shut down at the start of covid. It also had a special place in our hearts because we went there for our first valentines! So after hearing the news that its owners opened this new taiwanese-korean restaurant, we immediately snagged a reservation. upon stepping in, the interior is beautiful and cozy. the menu seems to change daily but luckily the dishes we wanted to try were still available. what we ordered: - wagyu kalbi & banchan - abalone & sea urchin risotto - chicken wings - scallion croissant w rou song butter - wagyu beef tartare tartlets - kaluga hybrid caviar, sweet potato, butter blanc everything tasted delicious but if I were to recommend my top dishes, it'd be the wagyu kalbi, scallion croissant, and abalone & sea urchin risotto. for 2 people, we had more than enough food to share and even have leftovers. we came to celebrate a birthday and our waitress acknowledged that when we sat down but there was no special birthday dessert for us. the table next to us got a special slice of cake with a candle though. aside from that, service was great. our waters were refilled consistently and they came by often to clean the tables between courses. there is a 6% living wage fee automatically added to your bill. parking was very easy to find on a thursday evening at a nearby parking lot and on the streets. read more

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We almost canceled our reservation because my sister-in-law's friend went and said it wasn't worth it. But somehow, my wife talked me into keeping it, she loves Asian fusion and trying new things. We came with our boys and started with the Wagyu beef tartare tartlet (added truffle), salt and pepper coonstripe-shrimp, potatoe jeon Santa Barbara uni , scallion croissant, miyagi oysters and the lasagna. For mains, we had the scallops, anchovy rice and the Kalbi. Everything was great except the oysters and lasagna. The oysters tasted a little fishy, and the lasagna was overwhelmingly pork-forward which was disappointing. Not sure if that's the intended flavor profile, but it was a letdown, The noodles in the lasagna. though, were delicious perfectly cooked with great texture. Just wish the flavor had been more balanced, especially since our server highly recommended it. We also ordered one of each dessert, and they were all super good. Service overall was great! Only hiccup: we arrived at 5 for a 5:15 reservation, and the host said we couldn't be seated until exactly 5:15 even though the place was empty. It felt like we were the only ones made to wait, which was odd. Overall, it was a great experience and we're glad we went just a heads up that it's definitely on the pricier side for the portion sizes. Worth it for the quality and creativity, but go in knowing it's more of a fine dining vibe. read more

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came here for my birthday dinner and loved the ambiance and great service! I ordered a few signature dishes like the scallion croissant and wagyu kalbi. My favorite dishes were the chicken liver w bits of pineapple and carrot cake because it was not overly sweet! The wagyu kalbi was super soft and flavorful too! I read some reviews before coming here and everyone stated the scallion croissant is a must but I don't agree after trying it. For $24, I personally didn't think it was amazing. I prefer regular scallion green pancake/bread over the croissant. yeobo darling is a great choice for date nights/ birthday dinner! read more

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Yeobo Darling is trying to teach you Korean in it's name! Yeobo literally means "Look Here" but it is used to mean "Darling or Dear" particularly between married couples, spouses, or maybe those who are engaged. In public or in mixed age settings, it is proper and more formal, so it is appropriate, Contrast this with " Jigiya" which is more like " Babe or Honey" a more playful or romantic vibe, usually used informally between younger generations and unmarried couples in Korea. This might be shortened to "Jigi" like in texts. Yeobo Darling is a good name for this newer, very popular SF Peninsula restaurant, (downtown Menlo Park) as the food takes comfort Korean flavors and ingredients and marries it with new ingredients, flavor twists, in an Up, Upscale presentation and prices. It is so popular right now that you can't get a rezzie closer than a month out. But they do have a 4 seat Bar, which is full service, so you can wait in line before it opens and circumvent the table reservations, sort of like what I did at State Bird Provisions in SF long ago. You get access to the same menu. The dining room itself is simple elegance in a warm cozy way. The 4 seat bar is in the back of the room in its own cubby. My dining partner and I were in line at 4:45p, and another couple came at 4:50 to do the same, sit at the bar sans rezzie. After we ate and turned around, the dining room was packed with predominately Asian diners, or maybe K-Drama fans saying Yeobo or maybe Jigiya to each other? I didn't see Park Min Young, Kim Yoo Jung or Park Seo Joon here though, lol. The menu is broken down into 3 sections, ( actually titled in Han, or Chinese characters, simple horizontal lines stacked and meaning 1, 2, 3). Each section has 5-9 dishes. It is recommended to take at least 1 of each section per person. Section 1 is sort of like small appetizers, ranging from $7.25 to $28. We opted for 2 of the Wagyu Beef Tartare Tartlet, Smoked Soy ($12 ea), and Chicken Liver, Pineapple, Cilantro ($12). From section 2: Scallion Croissant, Rou Song Butter ($24) and Smoked Duck Risotto, Korean Zucchini, Perilla ($31) and from 3: Hokkaido Scallop, Black Bean, Cauliflower ($42) and the Duroc Pork Collar & Banchan ($48). All were good, nicely presented, and came out well timed even at the bar. I had a citrus Yuzu cocktail to go with the food. My partner just had water, abstaining from alcohol that night. This nice dining experience totaled over $250, so this is not for the faint of heart nor thin of wallet! If you are complaining about gas and grocery prices right now, this is not the place to go. If you are a well paid Silicon Valley tech bro who hasn't been layed off by AI, who watches K-Drama to stretch your understanding of love cues with your Korean GF who calls you Jigiya, this might be the place to work toward Yeobo, Darling! read more

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Food: My friend and I ordered the honeynut squash (1/5), scallion croissant (5/5), lasagna (4/5), hokkaido scallop (4/5), kalbi (4/5), karat cake (3/5). I personally did not like the squash because it was lumpy and the texture reminded me of lumpy oatmeal. I was expecting a smooth puree but the lumpiness was really offputting. However, my friend really liked the squash. The scallion croissant was my favorite because it was unique, buttery, and crispy. I definitely recommend others try it and it tastes best when eaten fresh. The lasagna was really good and I would definitely order it again in the future. The scallops were good but the other components of the dish didn't amaze me so I probably wouldn't order it again. The kalbi was okay. Although it was tender, it was heavily marinated and topped with too many sesame seeds. The carrot cake also had a weird texture. The cake layers seemed compressed - definitely not light and airy. Ambiance: The restaurant is quite small and cramped. It was really noticeable upon entering the establishment since there is very little space between the front door and the hostess table. There isn't a lot of space inside the front area for people to wait either. Once we were seated, it was also noticeable how cramped it was. The tables are spaced very close together where you can easily hear the other conversations happening on both sides of your table. The interior was dim and nicely decorated though. Service: The server was attentive throughout the whole meal and constantly checked in on us Parking: There is a parking lot in the back with ample parking, which was nice and convenient Overall, I would come again and try some new items as well as re-order some favorites (scallion croissant and lasagna) read more

This place was truly amazing! I had a great experience. Definitely will come back and try more things on the menu. It's elegant and cozy place. read more

My husband is Taiwanese and I am Korean, so when I learned of this restaurant opening, I knew I had to try it. Eater describes this restaurant as "a love letter to Korean & Taiwanese dishes" and I could not agree more. Every bite we ate was absolutely delicious and flavorful - from the first appetizer to the second dessert. Many of the flavors were reminiscent of dishes we each enjoyed as children. We shared a bunch of dishes and while we didn't dislike any of the dishes, we had our favorites. My personal favorites were the salt & pepper coonstripe shrimp, the grilled miyagi oysters, the chicken liver on a monaka, lu rou lasagna, Yeobo Darling fried chicken and the stone fruit soft cream. The chicken liver was so good, I ordered a second right before dessert. I'm so glad I made a reservation as soon as I heard word of the previous owners of Maum opening this fabulous new restaurant. It's now one of both me and my hub's favorite restaurants in the Bay Area and we can't wait to go return to try their other dishes. read more

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Amazing place in the heart of Menlo Park! Great to see more of these restaurants pop up here. Staff was excellent - our server was great, gave us great recommendations and was always attentive. We ordered a bunch of stuff: - scallion croissant bread - Lu rou lasagna - Yeobo Darling chicken wings - Kalbi - carrot cake - Milk soft cream + stone fruit - Guava Spritz All were absolutely great, but the ones that stood out to me were their croissant bread and the Kalbi! You can tell that they kept the authentic flavors of the dishes while giving it their own spin, without going overboard in frills or things that would otherwise eclipse that flavor. Definitely need to go back and excited to see what they come with next! read more

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Went for our wedding anniversary dinner. Seemed like most tables around us were also there for a special occasion. Did our research prior so definitely had more hits than misses with our food selections. Highlights: Service, decor and dining room ambience Honeynut Squash Beef Tartare Tartlet Scallion Croissant with Pork Floss Butter Pork Duroc Pickled Cauliflower banchan (came with pork main) Lowlights: All the other banchan Perilla Somyun - bland, not nearly enough perilla flavor. Bathroom did not match the fine dining room ambience at all (flower arrangement was beautiful though). Music was too loud and tables too close together. We also ordered the Yeobo Chicken Wings (tasty, but nothing special), Anchovy Rice, Ssam highly recommended to accompany the main protein as it balances out the heavy meat. We followed their guidance of 3-4 plates between the 2nd and 3rd course options, but it was way too much food for two people. Sadly, we were too stuffed to try any dessert. We even had a lot of the pork, rice and ssam to take home. They did gift us a little dessert tart to celebrate our occasion with a candle. It was tasty, so looking forward to trying dessert next time. I was prepared for the high price and annoying SM fee going in. Definitely worth a try (3.5 stars overall). I will be going back another time. Focus on the many reviewers' feedback to make the best selections. You will enjoy your experience a lot more! read more

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We could only get reservation on a Tuesday night at 8 and it was still crowded Uni crisp bright flavor Croissant with meat floss is like heightened sogo bakery Favorite was the noodles read more

Unique Korean Taiwanese fusion fine dining jin Menlo Park just made it to be listed in the Michelin guide. 4.25 stars Food 4.25 Atmosphere 4.5 Service 4 Cost to worth it rating: 3 (brunch entrees $20-40) Opentableable: yes Return worthiness: yes Highlights: - Squash: one of the stars of the night. Like a chawmushi with a silky texture and addition of hearts of palm and pop of trout roe. Unique meld of flavors and textures that worked. 4.5 stars - Lu rou lasagna: Taiwanese spiced version of a bolognese spread between slices of spinach pasta and topped with dollops of cheese. Fun flavor combo and loved the crispy edges of the pasta. 4.5 stars - Chicken wings: juicy meat with just enough sauce to impart the Korean flavors.Heightened with a squeeze of lime. 4.25 stars - Croissant: block with a crusty crunchy exterior and a soft warm interior. Bits of scallions as an ode to a scallion pancake though that flavor was mild. 4.25 stars - Parfait: bowl of what is akin to a soft textures tapioca pudding, wedges of grapefruit, and a meringue on top. Surprisingly delicious and masquerading as simple with hidden treasures. 3.75 stars - Prawns: large head on pure prawns with few small slices of Taiwanese sausage and chili sauce. My friend loved the kumquats 3.5 stars Anchovy rice: find rice dish even if you're not an anchovy fan as the anchovy isn't strong with tiny fishies. 3.25 stars - Menu: sharing is caring style in order of smaller to larger dishes. We had 3 prooor and they recommended 5-9. - Atmosphere: elegant modern environment with a lovely small dining room and even tinier bar in back with a few bar stools. - Service: professional though didn't see our waitress much after ordering. Efficient pacing and wiping the table. Hidden drawer with utensils at our table. Could have changed plates more than once throughout the meal though since some things were saucy Midlights - Menu incomplete descriptions so harder to tell what the dish is going to be. Eg squash - Chilled chicken: was expecting hainan style but was slices of a rollade Mild flavor but crispy thin scallions and peanut chunks made it better. 3 stars - No amuse or mini dessert which I would expect at a place of this caliber. Lowlights: - Tofu: very small bowl of dark red broth with bits of octopus and clams on top of a very soft silky tofu to mix in. Oddly spicy but devoid of flavor. Only miss of the night. 1 star - Didn't get to try the big meat options but curious about the pork collar in gochujang and kabli beef. - 6% fee added without an explanation on the bill. Looking back at the menu online. it notes it's an "optional Quality of Life surcharge of 6% is included to benefit employees." If it's optional, don't put it as a line item like tax that does not look like you have a choice to waive it. Also I've seen for healthcare before but quality of life is a new one and odd and confusing. read more

4.5/5 We had a great experience at Yeobo, Darling! As first timers, we appreciated the suggestions that Linda provided. She explained the menu items well and provided great service. They had a grilled *Duck Breast special that we had to try & it was delicious and well-prepared. The duck jus and carrot gochujang served with it was so flavorful. (I'd recommend ordering the rice or the ssam greens to complement if you order this or the kalbi.) We also ordered the *YD Kalbi, which was perfect, as well. Like others have mentioned, the price point for this dish is a bit high at $76, but we enjoyed the dish and finished it. Other dishes we tried: *Anchovy Rice, which went well with the proteins. It wasn't overly salty and the crunchy texture at the bottom of the serving dish was wonderful. *Scallion Croissant - the crunch, the flavors, the butter with pork-floss - definitely a must order for the table if you love bread service. *Amberjack - Appreciated that this dish was light and refreshing, especially since we had duck and kalbi coming. *Milk Soft Cream with Misugaru Donut - I'm a sucker for fancy soft serve and this did not disappoint! The brittle was my favorite part of this & I'd definitely order this again. My husband tried the *Natural Oasis soju tea cocktail, which was light and refreshing. The restaurant is beautiful inside, though the space can seem a bit cramped. We were seated in a roomy area, so it wasn't an issue for us. I also appreciated the custom? tables. Each table appears to have a pull out drawer with extra utensils if you need them! I thought that was a nice touch. Overall had a great experience and looking forward to trying more of their menu. Spent about $345 for 2 people pre-tip, so take from that as you will. read more

Yeobo Darling - L2R: YD Kalbi, Anchovy Rice, and the Grilled Duck Special that we had to try before I could take a pic - Taiwanese Near Me - Menlo Park, California

The food at Yeobo, Darling is innovative, fun, and overall yummy. I love how it draws heavily from Taiwanese and Korean flavors and food traditions. I would say that a couple of the dishes were a bit overhyped but overall, I was really happy with our menu.  The service here is spectacular - 3 Michelin star quality. And the interior decor and ambiance was wonderful - from the wood furniture and warm lighting to the hidden drawers of utensils tucked under every table.  Our menu consisted of: 1) Chicken liver - Creamy chicken liver with pineapple and cilantro. Soooo much umami packed into this little tartlet! So delicious! One of my top faves here 2) Waygu beef tartare - Solid tartare served in a mini tart. Clean, fresh, savory and surprisingly light  3) Amberjack - Fresh, raw amberjack rolled with cabbage, kelp, and finger lime, bathed in a kim chi spicy sauce. This dish was solid but not outstanding. The heat of the kim chi overpowered the simplicity of the fish 4) Smoked duck risotto - served with Korean zucchini and perilla. This was another solid dish. Super hearty. I loved the spicy heat 5) Waygu kalbi - Wow, I didn't know you could could cook kalbi to be this tender! Perfectly marinated and melt in your mouth OMG delicious!  6) Scallion croissant with pork floss butter. Not quite bread, not quite a croissant, this dish sat somewhere in between. Eating this was like taking a bite out of a fluffy cloud infused with savory scallions. Super creative and super yummy. The butter was presented as mobius strips of shaved ribbon, sprinkled with dried pork floss on top. 7) Karat Cake - Their signature carrot cake was light, fluffy, and not overly sweet. As someone who's not big into dessert, I thought this dish was perfect.  Their cocktails were fantastic too. The yuzu smash was my favorite - super refreshing and citrusy. read more

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Wow, upscale, delicious and inventive food. I loved the bite of chicken liver mousse and the oyster and heard the tartare was really good. The scallion croissant with rou song butter was soft and buttery but I wish it had more intense green onion flavor. The lu rou lasagna was delicious and not overly heavy. I also thought the kalbi was so tender and delicious although unfortunately I wasn't able to eat the kimchi due to it having shrimp paste. Maybe in the future they could have a vegetarian option. Service was great although there was a bit of a lag between the last course and the server coming to check in about dessert. The injeolmi dessert was super delicious though. Would love to come back! What a great start for their first official day of service! read more

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A beautiful spot for a special occasion. The service is really elevated and upscale. We came for a double date birthday celebration. If you come with just two people, you might not get to try as much of the menu and you'll have some tough decisions so we felt really lucky. We loved the cocktails and even the playlist, it set the perfect vibe. We loved the Wagyu tartare bite and the tenderness of the galbi. The Taiwanese lasagna and fish with a tangsuyuk inspired sauce were also highlights. I liked the scallion bread and perilla noodles, everything is perfectly seasoned and done. We also got to try the 24K cake. Definitely recommend visiting Yeobo Darling. Such a special place. read more

An excellent meal, with a twist on classics. I originally thought that it might be overhyped but the scallion croissant was pretty delicious. The service was great - they fast tracked the order when we decided to add another dish. They also accommodated us when we showed up late due to traffic. The space is modern yet cozy, would recommend getting a reservation and checking Yeobo, darling out if you're in Menlo Park. read more

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Wow wow wow! So many people have been telling me about this place and telling me I had to try it so finally to celebrate my mom, my sister, and my own birthday, we made a reservation and tried!!! Ambiance: music is trendy and maybe a tad loud, but the lighting and the tables and seats were lovely. Dim but not too dim. Tables far enough apart so it didn't feel that you were sitting with the strangers next to you. Service: All the servers were very friendly and helpful. They replaced our plates, cleaned crumbs off the table, and were very knowledgeable on each dish. Food!!!! - Soju cocktails: super yummy and light! Loved the brightness of the drinks. - St. Simon oysters: wow i loved the concept of the kimchi ice! this dish felt so well thought out and executed - refreshing creative bright! - amberjack: loved the sauce and the crunch of the cabbage in the amberjack - scallion croissant: this bread was so so so good! warm and fluffy inside with such a crisp exterior! the butter was shaved thin and melted on easily. - duck risotto: super smoked duck taste and so warm and cozy. a 10/10 winter dish and made you feel good as you ate it - petite greens: don't sleep on this dish just because it's a salad!!! the dressing was phenomenal! nutty from the sunflower seeds and this incredible umami flavor from dashi??? either way it was amazing - scallops: super solid, can't go wrong - pork collar: very juicy thick cut! loved the sweet pickled greens banchan that came with it! - wagyu kalbi: so so so tender and we ordered the ssam greens to wrap and it was such a good call bc of how fatty the meat was (in a good way!) - dark chocolate mousse: 11/10 dessert! this was an amazing dessert that wasn't too sweet and balanced the banana dark chocolate and injeolmi so so so well! - karat cake: solid carrot cake, no complaints Overall this was such a great spot with new incentive dishes that didn't sacrifice flavor for the concept! Will definitely come back! read more

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Summary: Worth to try once, but too expensive to go back another time. Top dishes - scallion croissant, rou song butter - Yeobo, Darling chicken wings - Yeobo, Darling kalbi & banchan Neutral - duroc pork collar & banchan - crispy anchovy, koshihikari rice - chilled perilla somyun, pine nut, sweet rice - wagyu beef tartare tartlet, smoked soy Not recommended - lu rou lasagna - Karat Cake® (i saw a lot of reviews saying to get this but it's not worth $14) Service was really good and I enjoyed the ambience. They recommended 8-12 dishes for my group of 4 but we couldn't finish these 8 dishes. We definitely could have gotten away with less. read more

Would rate this place 3.5/5 stars, had heard a lot of good things about this place but honestly was a bit underwhelmed especially considering the high price point. We made reservations in advance, this place is pretty popular and it was packed and overcrowded even on a random Tuesday night. Rating the food dish by dish: we started off with the 1) wagyu beef tartare tartlet which was a little amuse bouche I'd rate 3.5/5, you could tell the beef was fresh, high quality and the fatty/soft texture contrasted nicely with the crunch from the tartlet crust, but overall it was quite simplistic and although the ingredients shone through it wasn't very memorable or flavorful. Even a little drizzle of sesame or perilla oil would have added a bit more personality to it 2) we then moved on to the scallion croissant which I fear was a bit overhyped, although the bread was soft and pillowy on the inside the scallion flavor was too muted and not distributed evenly throughout the bake, plus the crust was a bit burnt so would rate this 3/5. Our favorite dish of the night was 3) the lu rou lasagna which was a very comforting and satisfying dish, I enjoyed the flavors, there was a good balance between the pork and gooey cheesy goodness and the pasta composition itself was creative (chrysanthemum and spinach) would rate this 4/5. Next we had the 4) wagyu galbi (4/5) which had a good traditional Korean flavor to the marinade however I think wagyu beef is wasted on galbi, it was a bit too fatty and the point of the marinade is to soften and flavor the meat (which wagyu doesn't really need). Perhaps switching to a leaner beef could also bring down the hefty price point (for $76 I expected to be blown away). Although I liked the idea of the hot stone keeping the meat warm, it unfortunately caused a temperature discrepancy so the top layer of meat was slightly cold and then the bottom layer actually burnt my tongue because it was too hot. I did like the accompanying cucumber banchan but the kimchi was just so-so. Next we had the 5) duroc pork collar which I'd rate 3/5, it was also quite fatty and I appreciated the banchan to help cut through the richness but I thought the gochujang flavor of the sauce on the pork was too subdued. Lastly we finished off with 6) the milk soft cream which was pretty good, would rate this 4/5. We ordered the optional donut to accompany it which was a traditional Korean ggwabeggi (꽈배기) which is a common street vendor food. The warm and doughy ggwabeggi nicely complemented the cold ice cream. Overall I really wanted to love this place but I felt the food itself was not very memorable and the flavors weren't strong enough. I don't consider myself an expert on Taiwanese cuisine, but Korean food is known for its spicy and punchy flavors and I just didn't get that from the dishes we tried. Also regarding the service the pacing of the courses was off, for example the wagyu beef tartare tartlet was brought out while my partner was briefly away from the table and then they brought out the duroc pork collar dish as we were still working on the galbi, which led to us feeling a bit rushed. Also zero attempts were made to refill our water (I don't mind self-filling water at all for a casual place but since this restaurant is higher-end or at least charges high-end prices I expected there to be more attention to detail). Unfortunately I would not return to dine here and I'm afraid it is overhyped. read more

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