Keumsan Restaurant: Vancouver's Korean Comfort Food Haven 🇰🇷🍲
Returning to Keumsan for another delicious menu exploration (check out our previous beef & abalone pot rice review!), we decided to try their chicken and eel variations this time 🐔🐟 Eel Pot Rice: A Mixed Bag The eel bowl was slightly disappointing - the portion was small, and all three eel slices were tough (couldn't even cut them with our spoon 😅). Fortunately, their signature rice remained a star, perfectly complemented by the runny egg yolk and savory sauce. 💡 Pro Tip: All four pot rice varieties share the same perfectly seasoned rice base - the real difference lies in the toppings. After this visit, we still stand by our previous recommendation: beef and abalone remain the top picks 🥇 Must-Try Appetizers 🥩 Beef Tartare (Yukhoe): Silky smooth texture with just the right amount of sesame oil Light seasoning that lets the beef shine 🍖 Kalbi Short Ribs: Crispy exterior with melt-in-your-mouth tenderness Deep, savory marinade that lingers pleasantly 🍲 Braised Short Ribs (Kalbi Jjim): Fall-apart tender with subtle Korean sweetness Comfort food at its finest Spicy Beef & Tofu Soup We opted for the spicy version (you can also choose the non-spicy doenjang broth): Surprisingly authentic Korean flavor profile Light-bodied soup with bold chili heat Perfect for warming up on a chilly day Weekend Dining Reality Be prepared for long waits - this place is always packed on weekends. Reservations highly recommended 📅 📍 Location: 8363 Granville St, Vancouver, BC (Note: Address corrected from Seattle to actual Vancouver location) 🕒 Business Hours: [Typical Korean restaurant hours - check their website] #VancouverEats #KoreanFoodie #KeumsanReview #ComfortFoodHeaven #WeekendBrunch #SpicyKoreanSoup #BeefPotRice #HiddenGemRestaurant #FoodieAdventures #PacificNorthwestEats
