I've been craving this fried sauce noodles for a long time

🍜 Seoul Jangteo: Boston’s Now-Trendy Korean Spot—Solid Jajangmyeon, But That’s About It Visited again after two years, and somehow it’s blown up in popularity. The food is decent home-style Korean, but nothing groundbreaking—here’s the breakdown. 👍 The Keepers Jajangmyeon ($11.95): 🖤 Classic black bean noodles, still tasty. The sauce is mild (not too sweet) with small bits of pork, cabbage, and onion. Only downside: Portions are smaller than they were two years ago. Reliable, if not exciting. Spicy Ganjajang ($13.95): 🌶️ Looks identical to the plain version, but packs a surprise kick—bright, green chili heat that cuts through the rich sauce. A nice twist if you want a little spice. Soft Tofu Stew ($12.95): 🥘 Opted for seafood, and it’s a winner. The broth is savory (not spicy, despite the red hue) with silky tofu—light enough to balance heavier dishes like jajangmyeon. Served with a side of rice, it’s a good shareable. 😐 The “Meh” Tangsuyook ($23.95, small): 🍖 The fried pork is great—thick, crispy batter (starchy, almost chewy inside) with tender meat. But the sweet-sour sauce is underwhelming. It’s better than 2020’s cloying version, but still lacks zing. I prefer Northeastern Chinese (guobaorou) for more tang. Seafood Scallion Pancake ($12.95): 🥞 A miss. Sparse on seafood, and the pancake itself is bland—needs the dipping sauce, which is way too salty. No middle ground here; skip it. ✨ Final Take Vibe: Casual, busy (thanks to the hype), but still feels like a neighborhood spot. Best Bets: Stick to the jajangmyeon (plain or spicy) and share the tofu stew. The tangsuyook is okay, but bring your own spice (like Sichuan peppercorn powder) to liven it up. Seoul Jangteo is fine for a quick Korean fix, but the hype outpaces the food. Go for the noodles, skip the pancake. 📍 Seoul Jangteo 151 Brighton Ave, Boston, MA 02134 #BostonKorean #Jajangmyeon #CasualEats