Who are the people eating Boston Seoul Soulongtang?

🥘 Seoul Soulongtang: Allston’s Polarizing Korean Spot—Hit-or-Miss, Depending on What You Order A friend raves about this place, calling it their favorite Korean spot in Allston. I’ve never gotten the hype, but after a post-Hi Tea visit (third time trying!), I’m still on the fence. It’s a classic case of “different strokes for different folks.” 🌟 The Only Highlight: Spicy Stir-Fried Pork Dwaeji Bulgogi: 🐷 The saving grace. Tender pork jowl (no gaminess, just juicy fat and lean meat) stir-fried with onions, scallions, and mushrooms in a sweet-spicy sauce. It’s oily in the best way—flavorful, well-seasoned, and perfect with rice. If you go, order this. 😐 The Underwhelming Seolleongtang (Ox Bone Soup): 🥣 Their namesake dish, and it’s… fine. A clear, mild broth that my friend swears by (they dump in tons of black pepper). But to me, it lacks depth—no rich, long-simmered beefiness. My homemade oxtail soup has more flavor. The combo comes with short ribs, which are tender but unremarkable. Haemul Pajeon (Seafood Pancake): 🥞 A letdown. Soggy, not crispy, with barely any seafood (mostly flour and green onions). It’s sticky and cloying—Kaju and BCD’s versions are far crunchier and more flavorful. ✨ Why the Divide? Taste Preferences: My friend loves the mild, homey seolleongtang, but I crave bold flavors. It’s all about what you want from Korean food—comfort or excitement. Better Alternatives: For tofu soup, Kaju is better. For (grilled meat), Korean Garden (with its fragrant diced beef) is worth the splurge, even if pricier. Budget Score: 3/5. ~$45 per person, which feels steep for the quality—unless you’re obsessed with their seolleongtang. Seoul Soulongtang isn’t bad, but it’s not memorable. If you’re into mild, traditional soups, you might love it. Otherwise, there are stronger Korean spots in Allston. 📍 Seoul Soulongtang 1245 Commonwealth Ave, Allston, MA 02134 #BostonKorean #AllstonEats #MixedReviews