Traditional Korean dishes, generous portions incl. whole fried fish & marinated crab.
This Manhattan spot offers a traditional Korean dining experience, noted for its generous portions that combat the trend of shrinkflation. Alongside standard banchan, they serve a whole fried fish, a unique offering that has garnered attention. The restaurant is also praised for its Bulgogi and has dishes like marinated crab that, while delicious, can be a bit challenging to eat. It's considered a good option for families and groups, providing a solid meal that won't break the bank.
This Korean restaurant is known for its traditional offerings, with customers specifically recommending the Bulgogi. It also notably serves a whole fried fish and marinated crab as part of their banchan (side dishes), which are generous additions that set it apart.
"Bulgogi is specifically mentioned as a dish the restaurant does well. They also serve delicious banchan, a whole fried fish, and marinated crab."
Customers generally have a positive view of the restaurant, appreciating the generous portions and the quality of traditional Korean dishes.
Important Note
The marinated crab, while a praised offering, can be challenging to eat.
"This user listed Samwoojung as a direct-from-Korea restaurant in Manhattan."
Positive"Samwoojung had a bibim guksu or naengmyeon that the commenter really liked."
Positive"Sam Woo Jung was suggested as being able to accommodate a large group."
Neutral"Mentions Samwoojung was decent and really close to Penn Station."
Neutral"Recommends Samwoojung located near Ktown."
Neutral"Suggests Samwoojung as a potential Manhattan option if leaving the borough isn't possible. Notes it won't be cheap but isn't overly expensive for NYC standards."
Neutral"Recommends Samwoojung for a good meal that's potentially on the nicer side but won't break the bank, specifically mentioning they serve bulgogi."
Positive"Recommends Samwoojung as a potential option for Korean food."
Neutral"Lists Samwoojung as a potential fun spot for kids in K-Town."
Neutral"Recommendation for Samwoojung"
Neutral"Samwoojung serves marinated crab, which is challenging to eat."
Neutral"Recommends using chopstick and spoon for eating fish at Samwoojung."
Neutral"User providing instructions on how to eat fried fish at Samwoojung"
Neutral"User asking how to eat the fried fish served at Samwoojung."
Neutral"Samwoojung gives a whole piece of fried fish in addition to regular banchan."
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