Bibimcup — Restaurant in Dusseldorf

FOOD & DRINKS The menu only has a few options which is good. Usually that means they do what they do best without trying hard to please everyone. I got the dolsot bibimbap with spicy pork. It came with three sides. Two pickled veggies and a kimchi soup. Lets start with the sides. The soup was ok. More sour than spicy. The pickled veggies kicked my taste buds with lots of acidity. I don't know if that was intended or not but that was a completely new experience in Korean cuisine for me. The whole purpose of the dolsot is to make the rice crispy. No one tells you that in the restaurant. Since I had to take pictures anyway, the dolsot had time to cook the rice and make it crispy at the bottom. That didn't happen. The dolsot was just not hot enough. Basically the function of the dolsot was to keep the dish warm. The veggies were quite soft and the spicy pork was ok. The tiny bits here and there were not that exciting. Everything mixed together, as it should be, ended being mushy. The spice level was medium, low for the asian tongue. Fortunately they had some red chili paste on the table to push it a bit more. The downside of using the paste was that the whole dish became even mushier.

SERVICE The waitress was cute but that can't really influence my rating, can it? Service was very basic at best.

ATMOSPHERE I love this location. Its modern and hip. Very stylish. This restaurant reflects the aesthetic and trendier side of Korea. Definitely a place to take out your girlfriend if you happen to have one. Fortunately for me they also have seats for singles.

RATING I went here with my hopes held high and I was very impressed with the interior. The food was mediocre at best. Basically a hot stone pot with rice, veggies and meat. Very very basic. The thing I was missing is texture! The sunny side up egg could have been crispy at the bottom, the rice could have been already a bit crispy when they bring it out to the customer and the meat should smell so aromatic and flavorful that it...

🌟 Exploring the vibrant heart of Düsseldorf led us to the delightful BibimCup – a hidden gem blending the charm of the old town with the modern vibes of the city center. 🏰🏙️ Korean flavors awaited us, and oh, what a treat it was!

For our laid-back lunch, we dived into a world of deliciousness with a simple chicken bowl and a mouthwatering vegetarian option. 🍜🌿 The restaurant's modern interior was a breath of fresh air, and in the summertime, the outdoor area transformed our lunch into a sunny escape! If you're on the lookout for an insider's tip, especially in the vicinity of the famous Königsallee, make BibimCup your next destination. It's a taste adventure waiting to unfold! 🌮🥢

Bonus tip: Keep your eyes peeled for the vibrant green parrots soaring through Düsseldorf's skies – a colorful surprise that might just enhance your dining experience! 🦜✨

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The food was pretty good, but the service was horrible. Went there in the late afternoon. There was a 'wait here to be seated' sign by the entrance so I waited for someone to come. One of the girls that worked there walked passed me 4 times. Didn't say anything, didn't acknowledge my presence or even made any eye contact. The place wasn't even busy. In the end, I just walked up to the bar and asked for a table myself. Once seated, another girl asked in German if I've already shown my covid pass. I said I don't speak German. She rolled her eyes before she asked the same question in English. Never had such bad service in Düsseldorf. I would have given it 1 star if it wasn't for the food. Definitely won't be back here any time soon.

Also, tidy up the place next time. The chairs were sort of everywhere. Didn't give an impression that the staff really cared about...