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🍲 Bell86: Boston’s Shiny New Korean Spot—A Quiet Gem with Room to Shine Stepping into Bell86 feels like walking into a restaurant still finding its rhythm—and that’s part of the charm. It’s brand-new—so new, in fact, that we were the only diners during our lunch visit. Four staff members hovered gently, cooking, refilling water, and checking in with warm smiles. It bordered on overwhelming (ever had a team of people dedicated to your meal?), but their attentiveness felt genuine, not forced—like they were eager to make a good first impression. 🍳 The Lunch Special: Beef Bulgogi Hot Pot The midday menu is stripped down to one star: a bubbling beef bulgogi hot pot. It’s simple but satisfying: thin slices of marinated beef, tender enoki mushrooms, and chewy wide glass noodles, all swimming in a savory-sweet broth. No frills, just good, hearty comfort food. We splurged on the $5 buckwheat noodle upgrade—and while it’s not life-changing, it’s a solid choice. The noodles are chewy with a subtle nutty flavor, a nice break from rice if you’re craving something different. Portions are generous enough that even with the upgrade, it felt like a fair value for the price. 💡 Why It’s Worth Watching New restaurants often take time to hit their stride, but Bell86 has potential. The space is clean and bright, the staff is earnest, and the lunch special suggests they’ve nailed the basics. What has me excited? The dinner menu. Kalbi (marinated short ribs) and chicken gizzards—classic Korean BBQ staples—are listed, and if they’re executed with the same care as the hot pot, this could become a go-to. 📍 Bell86: A quiet spot now, but don’t sleep on it. If you’ve visited, I need details: What’s your favorite dish? Should I prioritize the kalbi or the gizzards on my next trip? #BostonNewRestaurants #KoreanComfortFood #FoodieWatches