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🇰🇷 Koreana Boston: The No-Fail Korean Spot That'll Make You Go "Omma, This Is Authentic!" 3 Hours of Hiking = 3 Hours of Craving Korean BBQ—Enter Koreana, Cambridge's OG Korean Joint Old-school Boston know this spot—here’s why it’s my go-to for genuine Korean flavors (and zero bad orders): 🌟 The Dishes That'll Make You Ditch Your Diet Sweet & Sour Pork 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Fried pork chunks served separately from the sauce (genius move!). Crispy exterior, tender meat, and a tangy-sweet sauce with bell peppers + cucumber. Less vinegary than Chinese guobaorou—perfect for dipping. Cold Noodle Soup 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Chewy noodles in an icy broth, topped with radish, cucumber, beef slices, and a hard-boiled egg. Tastes mild alone, but pairs perfectly with grilled meat to cut through richness. Pro tip: Slurp the broth like it’s your last meal. Oyster Pancake 🌟🌟🌟 Crispy pancake loaded with seafood, but oysters can be fishy. Opt for kimchi or seafood pancake if sensitive—still delicious with the dipping sauce! Yukhoe (Korean Raw Beef) 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 The real reason I come here! Tender raw beef marinated in soy sauce, mixed with pear strips and spicy sauce. Sweet, savory, and shockingly not gamey—trust the hype, it’s worth it. Grilled Short Ribs & Ox Tongue 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Too hungry to take pics, but listen: thin-sliced ox tongue cooks in seconds, melt-in-mouth tender. Short ribs are caramelized outside, juicy inside. Bonus: Staff grills for you—no burnt meat or oil splatters! 💡 Pro Tips for Your Koreana Feast Order Like a Local:Yukhoe + cold noodles + grilled meat = classic combo. Splurge Alert:$50-60/person, but worth every penny for the yukhoe and table-side grilling. No-Fuss Dining:They handle the grilling, so you can focus on stuffing your face (my kind of service). 📍 Deets & Dollars Address:158 Prospect St, Cambridge (near MIT—hello, smart people food) Price:$50-60 (bring friends to share and save) Vibe:Casual, busy, and always smells like delicious meat 🌟 Final Verdict: 4.5/5 for Authentic Korean Comfort Whether you’re a yukhoe newbie or BBQ pro, Koreana delivers every time. Just come hungry—after one bite of that sweet & sour pork, you’ll forget all about your hiking calories. #BostonKoreanFood #KoreanaBoston #YukhoeLover #KoreanBBQGoals #StudyAbroadEats