SF | ILCHA β My Go-To Spot for Korean Raw Marinated Crab π¦π
Craving ganjang-gejang? ILCHA is where I head. Tucked away in the city, this cozy Korean spot may have a small menu, but every dish shines β especially their famous raw marinated crab! Though itβs not on the regular menu, early birds can snag it as a special. Iβve tried both the shrimp and crab β and the crab wins, hands down. The flesh is incredibly creamy, rich, and umami-packed. Scoop it over rice π, and youβre in heaven. Their Korean fried chicken π is another must β super juicy inside, perfectly crispy outside, and served with a sweet-spicy sauce that hits all the right notes. We also ordered the bossam and oyster platter β the bossam was tender and flavorful, but the oysters were just okay. You can skip those. The army stew (budae-jjigae) was solid, though not a standout. If youβre into Korean drinking food and fresh, bold flavors, ILCHA is a mood. Just come early for that crab! π ILCHA | San Francisco π Vibe: Casual, intimate, perfect for a late meal π― Great for: Small groups, date nights, seafood lovers #ILCHASF #KoreanFoodSF #GanjangGejang #RawCrabLover #SFEats #BayAreaFoodie #KFood #CozySpot #SpoilYourCravings
