DANPUNG MOMIJI310 — Restaurant in Nanaimo

We stopped by DANPUNG MOMIJI310 and had such a good experience from start to finish.

The first thing I noticed was how welcoming the atmosphere felt. The space is simple but comfortable, and the owner is very friendly and attentive, which immediately made us feel at home.

The food portions are very generous and the flavors are excellent. We ordered the kimchi pork rice and the bulgogi rice, and both dishes came out hot, fresh, and full of flavor. The kimchi pork had just the right balance of spice and richness, while the bulgogi was tender, slightly sweet, and really satisfying. Each plate came with a nice amount of rice and side dishes, so we felt full and happy after the meal. Just one thing - if the kimchi pork rice uses pork belly slices that would be even better!!

What I really appreciate about this restaurant is that the food tastes homemade yet still polished, and the prices are fair for the amount and quality you get. It feels like a place that truly cares about serving good, authentic Korean food rather than rushing people in and out.

Overall, it was such a pleasant meal and a great experience. It is the kind of place where you not only enjoy delicious food but also feel valued as a customer. We will definitely be coming back again to try more dishes from the menu, and I would happily recommend it to anyone looking for tasty and authentic Korean food...

Be warned this place serves authentic traditional Korean dishes. Don't expect the Westernized "Korean" food from Horang, which I'll have a review over there. This place definitely caters to people who have experienced real Korean food. I liked how they used legit metal bowls, chopsticks and spoons even if my hand got a workout. The menu is simple and they had a 2nd menu with seasonal specials.

I ordered the BBQ pork which comes with lettuce wrap, side dishes and sauces. My wife ordered the Kimchi soup which comes with rice and side dishes. The prices are reasonable and fair value for what you get. The food came out very fast and was steaming hot. The taste and flavor was spot on and delicious. We both enjoyed our meal.

The service was friendly and helpful as we had questions. The decor and location would be the only thing I would say is not great but I understand it's probably cheaper rent which does trickle down to us. I personally prefer cheap decor if it means better prices and value for great food. Overall I'll be back and hopefully they expand the menu as I would like to see...

We dined at DANPUNG MOMIJI310 this evening. Our very first visit and were truly delighted with the whole experience! Hot and fresh Korean food was served without delay by our polite and conscientious server. We left with full and very happy tummies. The dining area is very basic, but that's fine with us - we are into good, quality food rather than fancy atmosphere. Prices are very reasonable, so be sure to tip generously ;) Try them. You won't be disappointed!

Update - August 2025 We have dined here many times since last year's review and must say the food quality and service are still five star. The place is much busier now compared to our first visit, and that speaks for itself. We brought out of town guests along this time and they couldn't stop commenting on how delicious all the dishes were! Be sure to also try their KFC (Korean Fried Chicken wings)... cooked perfectly with a crunchy coating and juicy meat. Everything is simply...