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Crab52

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Korean cuisine

서울 강남구 영동대로 511 트레이드타워 5201 5401호
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Crab52 · About this place

Crab52 in Samseong-dong is a high-priced buffet serving snow crab, king crab, and lobster by trolley. Its main focus is a seafood-centered selection and butter-cooked dishes, while some dishes have wait times and variation.

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Grand Kitchen, Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas

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Snow crab, Lobster, Buddha Jumps Over the Wall

Grand Kitchen is the buffet at Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas. It serves a selection of seafood, Chinese dishes, meat, and desserts, and is said to be in front of Samseong Station and next to COEX.

Walk ~2 minBike ~1 minDrive ~3 min
Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
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Hinotsuki

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Sushi dinner course, Flounder sushi, Spanish mackerel sushi

Hinotsuki is a Japanese restaurant on the 1st floor of Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas. It presents a sushi course offered in partnership with Sushi Kanesaka, along with various seafood sushi and accompaniments.

Walk ~2 minBike ~1 minDrive ~3 min
Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
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Viking's Wharf

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Lobster Sashimi, Lobster Bisque, Fried Shrimp

This is a place at the main Viking's Wharf location in COEX where an unlimited lobster and seafood buffet is eaten.

Walk ~4 minBike ~1 minDrive ~3 min
Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

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Crab52 · Visits and features

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Unlimited King Crab, Snow Crab, Crayfish, and Caviar Buffet at Crab52

Taste king crab, snow crab, lobster, and caviar at the $200 seafood buffet at Crab52 in Samseong-dong, Seoul.

A $200 seafood buffet on the 52nd Floor in Samseong-dong, Gangnam District, Seoul. It is introduced as a premium buffet with king crab, snow crab, lobster, caviar, and several cooking stations.

Taste notes from the video

The king crab combines sweetness with the sauce's nuttiness, acidity, and sweetness, while the sea urchin sushi has a rich texture with sweetness and umami. The chili lobster is spicy, tangy, and sweet, while the abalone porridge is nutty and rich.

Key visit points
  • It is located on the 52nd Floor at 511 Yeongdong-daero, Samseong-dong, Gangnam District, Seoul.
  • Unlimited king crab, snow crab, lobster, and caviar are provided.
  • There are also stations for sea urchin sushi, abalone porridge, fried skewers, and desserts.
  • Seafood makes up a large proportion, and some items require diners to prepare them themselves.
Dishes featured in the video
King Crab DishSauce is added to the prepared leg meat, combining sweetness, nuttiness, and acidity.Sea Urchin SushiIt has a rich texture with rising sweetness and umami.Chili LobsterThe spicy, tangy, and sweet seasoning complements the lobster meat.
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Examining the Pros and Cons of Crab 52 in Samseong-dong, Korea's Most Expensive Buffet

A trolley buffet centered on snow crab, king crab, and lobster at Crab 52 in Samseong-dong, followed by a review of its strengths and weaknesses.

Crab 52 in Samseong-dong is an upscale buffet that serves snow crab, king crab, and lobster by trolley. Its seafood-focused selection and butter-cooked dishes are central, while some dishes have wait times and inconsistencies.

Taste notes from the video

The snow crab had tender meat and pleasant sweetness, while the butter-cooked king crab and lobster had good flavor and moisture.

Key visit points
  • Visits Crab 52 in Samseong-dong.
  • Snow crab, king crab, and lobster are served by trolley.
  • Sashimi, caviar, and sea urchin are also available.
  • The menu is not extensive, but seafood makes up a large proportion.
  • Trolley wait times and variations in dish temperature are mentioned.
Dishes featured in the video
Snow CrabThe meat is tender with pleasant sweetness.Butter-Grilled King CrabIt has a buttery flavor and good moisture.Butter-Grilled LobsterIt is cooked with butter sauce and has a rich flavor.
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Can This Really Be Served at an All-You-Can-Eat Restaurant?? The Ultimate Roundup of Unlimited Sushi & Sashimi! (Summary of 16 Restaurants)

A price-by-price roundup of 16 all-you-can-eat sushi and sashimi restaurants, comparing the best options.

A luxury all-you-can-eat seafood restaurant on the 52nd floor in Gangnam-gu, Seoul.

Taste notes from the video

The selection centers on premium ingredients such as caviar, sea urchin, scarlet shrimp, king crab, lobster, steamed snow crab, and Korean beef.

Key visit points
  • Introduces the restaurants by price range, from the 10,000-won range to over 100,000 won.
  • Compares the Korean buffet at Chilbosan Rest Area with the Usami buffet.
  • Mentions the Guro and Millak branches of QooQoo Gold.
  • Also covers D’Maris Cheongna, Sushi 101, Barmi Cymbidium, and Crab 52.
  • Focuses on differences in all-you-can-eat selections and value for money.
Dishes featured in the video
DinnerIt is described as a selection centered on premium seafood and Korean beef.
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Unlimited botan shrimp, carabinero prawns, caviar, and sea urchin? I visited the newly renovated Crab52 after 3 years

This video introduces the renovated unlimited seafood course and trolley service at Crab52 in Gangnam-gu, Seoul.

Crab52 is located on the 52nd floor at 511 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. This video introduces its renovated course offering unlimited botan shrimp, caviar, sea urchin, snow crab, lobster, and grilled Korean beef.

Taste notes from the video

The botan shrimp is sweet and rich, while the caviar is intensely savory. The butter king crab is moist with distinct butter and garlic aromas, and the snow crab shabu-shabu is mildly spicy and salty.

Key visit points
  • Crab52 is located on the 52nd floor at 511 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul.
  • Botan shrimp, caviar, sea urchin, snow crab, lobster, and grilled Korean beef are featured.
  • Course dishes are served tableside by trolley.
  • Both lunch and dinner are listed at 200 dollars per person.
  • Guests can enjoy unlimited refills from both the sashimi station and the trolley menu.
Dishes featured in the video
Butter King CrabIt is moist, with pronounced butter and garlic aromas.Botan ShrimpIt is sweet and rich like sweet shrimp.Snow Crab Seafood Shabu-shabuIt absorbs the mildly spicy and salty broth.