Vancouver | This Place Has the BEST Army Stew & Cold Noodles! 🇰🇷

📍 Gaya Korean Restaurant 5240 Rumble St, Burnaby (near Royal Oak) First Impressions A cozy, no-frills local gem with limited seating but big flavors—exactly the kind of authentic spot I love discovering! Must-Order Dishes 🍜 Naengmyeon (Cold Noodles) ❄️ 10/10 – My favorite in Vancouver! The icy, tangy-sweet broth with chewy buckwheat noodles is perfection. Pro tip: Get the original (non-spicy) version to appreciate the clean flavors. That slushy ice crunch? Chef’s kiss. 🍲 Budae Jjigae (Army Stew) 🥘 Ultra-comforting! Loaded with spam, sausages, rice cakes, and that magical instant noodle pull (so fun to share!). The broth is rich but not heavy—ideal for rainy Vancouver days. Skip This 🐂 Yukhoe (Raw Beef Salad) Sadly, a miss. The DIY setup was awkward (hard to mix), the beef looked unappetizing, and the cheese slices felt out of place. Stick to their hot dishes. Next Time… Their bibimbap and fried chicken looked amazing—but portions here are huge, so I’ll need reinforcements! Why Go? ✔️ Legendary cold noodles (worth the trip alone) ✔️ Hearty, shareable stews ✔️ Unpretentious + affordable #VancouverEats #KoreanFood #ComfortFood #BurnabyHiddenGem