Jihasikdang

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Gambas, Pot-braised tofu, LA galbi

서울특별시 중구 을지로32길 24 3공구 B동 169호 지하식당
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A basement restaurant near Euljiro 4-ga that serves unique dishes like gambas and pot-braised tofu.

Taste notes from the video

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The gambas features plump shrimp and garlic cooked in olive oil with baguette on the side. The pot-braised tofu has a sweet-spicy special sauce with pasta noodles and a fried egg on top, and the LA galbi is said to be well seasoned with a good bite.

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GambasSignature dish

Plump shrimp and garlic are cooked in olive oil, with baguette served alongside.

WhyIt is introduced as the signature dish.
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Pot-braised tofuOrdered on video

It comes in a sweet-spicy special sauce with pasta noodles and a fried egg.

WhyIt is presented as a must-order item at this restaurant.
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LA galbiOrdered on video

The seasoning is well absorbed and it has a chewy bite.

WhyIt is described as the heaviest-priced item and still a strong drinking dish.

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Is It a Traditional Spot or a Restaurant? A Great-Value Day-Drinking Destination

A hidden basement restaurant in Euljiro is featured for gambas and other unusual dishes.

A basement restaurant near Euljiro 4-ga that serves unique dishes like gambas and pot-braised tofu.

Taste notes from the video

The gambas features plump shrimp and garlic cooked in olive oil with baguette on the side. The pot-braised tofu has a sweet-spicy special sauce with pasta noodles and a fried egg on top, and the LA galbi is said to be well seasoned with a good bite.

Key visit points
  • About a 6-minute walk from Exit 7 of Euljiro 4-ga Station.
  • Described as a restaurant hidden in the basement.
  • Gambas is called the signature dish.
  • Pot braised tofu, cherry peppers, and LA galbi appear.
  • The spot is noted for its unusual atmosphere inside Euljiro Junggu Market.
Dishes featured in the video
GambasPlump shrimp and garlic are cooked in olive oil, with baguette served alongside.Pot-braised tofuIt comes in a sweet-spicy special sauce with pasta noodles and a fried egg.LA galbiThe seasoning is well absorbed and it has a chewy bite.
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Eating Gambas al Ajillo at a Signless Basement Restaurant Inside a Market

Eating gambas al ajillo, anchovy noodles, and braised tofu at a basement restaurant in Seoul’s Jungbu Market.

A small basement restaurant inside Seoul’s Jungbu Market where gambas al ajillo, braised tofu, and anchovy noodles are eaten.

Taste notes from the video

The gambas has the taste of olive oil and pungent garlic, and the bread is crispy. The braised tofu is spicy, while the anchovy noodles are said to have a rich broth made by simmering anchovies in-house.

Key visit points
  • A basement restaurant inside Seoul’s Jungbu Market
  • Gambas al ajillo is ordered
  • The braised tofu costs 3,000 won
  • The signature dish is anchovy noodles
  • A small restaurant with 3 tables
Dishes featured in the video
Gambas al AjilloGarlic is cooked in olive oil and eaten with shrimp and bread.Anchovy NoodlesIt is said to have a broth made by simmering anchovies in-house.Braised TofuThe broth is said to be spicy.