88 Pocha
5.0 (132)restaurant
5.0 (132)Inspired by the 1988 Seoul Olympics, this Hell’s Kitchen pocha pairs classic Korean comfort food with soju cocktails.
Description
Designed with a Korean speakeasy setup, the venue delivers a menu of classic stews and grilled plates alongside makgeolli. The kitchen focuses on texture and seasoning, turning out a crisp seafood pancake, tender fire-grilled beef with a garlicky spinach salad, and hot-pot bulgogi bibimbap served with a homemade gochujang sauce. Traditional banchan sides round out the meals, served in a neighborhood setting known for its welcoming atmosphere and attentive service.
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Vegetarian bibimbap
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