The menu balances homey staples such as japchae, chive pancakes, and spicy tofu stew with more luxurious options like uni rice - which I ordered on a visit this past week. A bowl of sizzling rice comes beautifully topped with uni, tobiko, kimchi, pickles, and veggies. Mix it all up for a comforting side dish that has layers of flavors.
Shrimp burgers, 'shake it' fries, and unique Korean-inspired offerings differentiate Lotteria's menu, making it a favorite among local diners excited about its American debut.
Japanese fried chicken, or karaage, often uses boneless filets and smaller, bite-sized chunks for quicker cooking and easier eating with chopsticks, while Korean fried chicken utilizes familiar cuts like wings and drumsticks.
For classic Korean barbecue with some noticeable new tweaks: Baekjeong introduces colorful faux porcelain dishes and rotating seasonal banchan, while maintaining top-notch meat quality and an impressive grill experience.