Located in the Midtown shops this new counter service style restaurant offers pan-asian fare most heavily influenced by Korean cuisine. I LOVE Korean food so this was important and being that it was my first visit I did my usual... I over ordered.
One of the most unique things on the menu was the "Bulgogi" Burger so of course that was ordered. In addition, I ordered the Spicy Tots, Pork Buns, and a side of Kimchi.
First thing that arrived were the Spicy Tots...
HELLO!!! Perfectly crisp outside and smooth inside. Liberally topped with a spicy ssamjang sauce and scallions.
Nice simple balance of flavors...
The Beef "Bulgogi" Burger was awesome!! It's a thin angus beef patty deftly imparted with the sweet, spicy & savory flavors of a traditional bulgogi (soy, sugar, sesame oil, garlic) on a soft, slightly sweet bun. If that wasn't enough they add roasted pork, smooth creamy cheese, thinly sliced cucumbers, spicy mayo, Ssamjang, and a few spicy tots. An outstanding textural and flavorful creation! Definitely give it a try!!!Next were the Pork Buns which I could barely take a bite of after the burger and tots... They are soooo good. A fluffy sweet style bun filled with a tender 8hr roasted pork with cucumber pickles and a sweet ssamjang chili sauce. The pork is so tender and its basted with a sweet glaze and grilled to order which imparts the perfect carmelization and grill marks. The balance of textures and flavors is on point. Two come in an order and they are filling.
The side of Kimchi was solid and generous...
Sakaya Kitchen got me at Bulgogi!! So far So Great! I'll be back soon and before long I'll have tried every item on the menu... you know I mean it!!
Here is the official site. scroll down for full menu...
Here is an excellent review that includes actual recipes and techniques...
Open for Lunch and Dinner
Buena Vista Ave, Suite #125
Midtown 305.576.8096
Bulgogi Burger with 8-hour roasted pork? That's almost twice the time listed in Roy Choi's "The Art of Meat," and probably twice as tender. Make mine a double.
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