Had a lunch of Comtan soup (although I forgot to take a picture). It costs ¥850 and you can have unlimited rice and miso soup. The ingredients were a bit scarce, but the taste was gentle and delicious! It was really hot inside because the air conditioning was broken, and there was no signal underground, haha.

I am a regular customer. I am deaf, but the manager and staff always provide pleasant customer service, treating us with respect and equality. The food is delicious, with no bad choices. The Makgeolli from Busan is especially amazing.

It's been a while since I visited. It seems like the owner has changed. The 4300 yen course was a great deal compared to ordering individual dishes, and everything was delicious. The samgyupsal wasn't very juicy and a bit crispy, but the other dishes were tasty. The portions were generous, and I couldn't finish everything, which is rare for me.

A deep underground restaurant on the first basement floor. There are several Korean restaurants in the area, but this place has been recommended to me by Koreans for its authentic taste, and I have been coming here for lunch regularly. Last night was a rare occasion when I invited a friend, and we had the Ttakhanmari as the dish is named after the restaurant! It was filled with plenty of leeks and potatoes with a whole chicken, boom! The seafood Sundubu that I am addicted to for lunch! The Chapchae is also delicious! I learned my lesson with the Samgyupsal, it's best to eat it as soon as it's served, I ended up drinking too much and the meat got tough. I regret it. Everything I eat here is delicious.

I wasn't particularly craving pasta, nor was I driven by a sense of pride after missing out on the previous day's closure. I was simply curious about why the pasta restaurant in Bakurocho was closed and decided to check it out during lunchtime. As I peeked inside, I noticed some activity, but the restaurant itself seemed closed for the day. It seemed like something interesting was going on. Without panicking, I activated my Plan B and headed to a nearby Korean restaurant called "Tongdaemun Tteokbokki." The building where the restaurant was located seemed neglected, with outdated signage and a lack of maintenance. I sat down and ordered the "Budae Jjigae" from the lunch menu, a dish I hadn't tried before. The meal started with three types of banchan, followed by the bubbling hot Budae Jjigae. It was delicious, and I reminisced about my past curiosity for this dish. The restaurant started to fill up as noon approached, showing its popularity among locals. Overall, trying Korean stew dishes in the autumn/winter season was a delightful experience. (7/10)

"Our extra-thick samgyeopsal is 22mm thick, the best in Japan!" At first, I thought the server was boasting, but when the samgyeopsal arrived, it was indeed thick. I'm used to thick roast beef and oven-baked meat chunks on "meat days," but this was a delightful surprise. I enjoyed it with grilled garlic and kimchi. The day I laid eyes on Japan's best samgyeopsal was a "work drink" day, but since Dongdaemun was a highly hospitable restaurant, I revisited for lunch. The lunch menu includes 21 dishes, including 8 types of bibimbap, sundubu, and chige, all representative Korean dishes. Each comes with "free rice refill" and 3 side dishes, which is great. One of Dongdaemun's side dishes, "oden bokkeum," is a regular favorite. The fishy aroma and sweet onion flavor make it a delightful stir-fry. The crunchy bean sprouts in "namul" are cooked just right, and the sesame oil adds a unique richness. The kimchi is outstanding, with a balanced fermentation and fresh acidity. I was convinced to return just for this kimchi. When I ordered the samgyetang, I was told it would take some time, but the homemade half samgyetang arrived in just over 10 minutes. The half chicken was heavy and filled with ginseng aroma, perfect for preventing summer fatigue. The young chicken had a satisfying chewiness, and the soup had a complex umami flavor with collagen richness. The subtle high from the garlic and the energizing feeling throughout my body were invigorating. The soup's subtle frequency resonated throughout my body, providing a sense of uplift. I ordered the pear juice, which had a full sweetness and a hint of refreshing acidity. The meticulous work at this restaurant, despite being a lunch spot, was impressive. It stirred my heart with its passion and warmth.

I arrived around 13:30 on a regular day. I had the Healthy Comtang for 800 yen. They only accept cash as payment. I don't particularly like healthy food, but I do like Comtang. I was curious if it really was healthy. The Comtang soup was served piping hot, almost melting my tongue. I nibbled on the three side dishes while waiting for it to cool down a bit. Once it reached a drinkable temperature, I found the soup to be rich and flavorful with plenty of ingredients for a satisfying meal. They also offer free refills of rice, so I look forward to coming back when I'm really hungry next time.

During lunchtime, the area around Higashi-Nihonbashi turns into a bustling Chinatown. On this day, I had lunch at a Korean restaurant located underground in the suspicious "Mountainville". I had previously reviewed the neighboring "Ryusei", a sparkling purple Chinese restaurant, but this time I went further back to review another restaurant. As I passed by Ryusei and entered the welcoming entrance, I was greeted by a group of women inside the bright and lively restaurant. The atmosphere was great! Even though it was past 1 p.m., the restaurant was almost full, showing its popularity. The Korean staff, both men and women, were very friendly and cheerful. Among the various lunch menu options, I decided to try the "Spicy Cod Roe Bibimbap (¥980)" instead of the highly recommended Yukgaejang. I decided to be a bit adventurous. After about 10 minutes, a hot iron pot containing the Bibimbap, three side dishes (napa cabbage kimchi, bean sprout namul, and marinated fish cake), soup, and a container of ketchup-like Gochujang arrived. The Bibimbap did not have any meat but was generously topped with spicy cod roe paste, which I mixed thoroughly. It gradually turned pink as I mixed it. When I tasted it, I didn't feel much spiciness, so I added the Gochujang and mixed it again. Although it was served hot, it lacked the meaty flavor, resulting in a somewhat monotonous taste. While it was healthy with plenty of vegetables, Bibimbap is better with meat rather than cod roe. Also, there was too much moisture from the vegetables and cod roe, so the dish remained soggy even after mixing. It took about 10 minutes of eating for the moisture to start evaporating due to the iron pot's heat. The side dishes were average, with the kimchi and namul being ordinary. The soup was a bit bland. There was nothing particularly distinctive about the food being Korean, but it was nice to have a taste of Korea in a more familiar way. Although the underground location of this restaurant building exudes a sense of seclusion, the atmosphere inside, the behavior of the staff, the prices, and the portion sizes are all surprisingly fantastic considering the location. The food quality seems to vary, so it might be safer to try the more popular stew dishes that are common in Japan. Since the Spicy Cod Roe Bibimbap was not the best, I plan to visit again and try a popular stew dish for a second chance.

[Location] Exit from A2 of the Toei Shinjuku Line Bakuro-yokoyama Station, turn right, and you will see a building called Mountain Building on your left. The restaurant is located at the back of the underground dining area called Subnade in this building. The image of this Mountain Building is like Kowloon City. [Store, Interior] The restaurants in the basement of Mountain Building are lined up with Asian restaurants such as Chinese, Taiwanese, and Korean cuisine. When you enter the restaurant, you will see tables on both sides, and the kitchen is on the right. [Cuisine] The lunch menu includes Korean cuisine staples such as Samgyetang, Bibimbap, various stews, Kongnamul Gukbap, Sundubu, and more. I ordered Yukgaejang for 800 yen. First, two appetizers were served, and there was a pot of kimchi on the table, which was all-you-can-eat. Then, the boiling hot Yukgaejang and rice were served. Yukgaejang had plenty of ingredients, mostly vegetables, making it quite healthy. Rice was free for refill, but the portion was so generous that I didn't need a refill. The taste is also authentic and delicious, not inferior to Korea. [Drinks] Tea is available on the table. [Service] The staff, who I believe are Korean, are friendly and provide good service. I think this is the most popular restaurant in the basement of Mountain Building. I hope this review will be helpful for your restaurant choice.

Four middle-aged men visited a Korean restaurant near the company for lunch. Since it's a Korean restaurant, there are more female customers. We ordered "Yukgaejang" (800 yen). It's not extremely spicy, but it's spicy enough to go well with rice. The prices are reasonable, and I think it's a good place to go for a regular lunch.

I suddenly felt like eating Korean food and decided to visit a restaurant. I had a strong craving for Korean food, but not something heavy like samgyupsal, something more gentle. I remembered about dakdoritang. I searched and found that there are few restaurants in Japan offering dakdoritang. I almost gave up, but then I found this restaurant. I called and they had availability, so I visited. It was a bit of a walk from Higashi-Nihonbashi. The restaurant on the basement floor had a traditional round table. My expectations rose instantly. Soon, I heard the bubbling sound. It was the authentic dakdoritang! A whole chicken and chunks of potatoes, to be enjoyed with a sauce containing chives. It was not heavy, and I couldn't stop eating. The gentle soup was also delicious on its own. Mixing it with the sauce was also very good. The food was so delicious that we ended up drinking 4 bottles of Chamisul between the two of us. We also had the soup, so we were comfortably tipsy on the way back. If the restaurant were a bit closer to the station and the prices a bit more reasonable, I would definitely visit every month. This time, we focused on dakdoritang, but the other side dishes made me look forward to future visits. Thank you for the meal.

Popular shop on the basement floor. There was more cheese than expected, and I was very full. It was delicious.

I visited a new restaurant I had been curious about because my usual Korean restaurant was full. I tried the Tteokbokki and other dishes. The chicken was not dry at all, and the soup was delicious until the end. Next time, I will try other hot pot dishes. Personally, I think this is the best Korean restaurant in the neighborhood. It may not be very noticeable because it is located underground.

I had samgyetang for the first time. It was difficult to eat because it was hot and I didn't know how to eat it. 😂

On rainy days, I drink Makgeolli and eat Jeon. I learned this from my Korean friend and do it occasionally. There are various theories about the origin, but according to my friend, it's to change the gloomy mood to a relaxing one. On the day when the Kanto region entered the rainy season, it was definitely a Makgeolli & Jeon day. - Draft beer ¥450- - Makgeolli glass ¥400- - Chorogi salad ¥680- - Garlic chive pancake ¥1,080- - Beef soup with rice ¥980- - Draft beer The foam was a bit coarse, but it was acceptable. - Makgeolli I asked for the dry type to get some lactic acid bacteria. - Chorogi salad It had a slightly different seasoning from my preference, but it had a generous amount of vegetables for a good veggie boost. - Garlic chive pancake It had a crispy texture and was large enough for 2-3 people to enjoy without any additional toppings. - Beef soup with rice It was more like a mild Sul Lung Tang than a traditional beef soup, possibly made with beef shank and green onions. It came with kimchi and the rice was soft like Japanese style. The building itself may be a bit hard to find, but once inside, the spacious and relaxed atmosphere makes it quite comfortable.

The Takkamari noodles are delicious as a finishing dish. Mixing green chili peppers and kimchi makes it spicy and tasty. Strawberry sake is also a favorite. It's delicious, cheap, filling, warms the body, and is good for your health. Highly recommended!