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Does the food taste good at celebrity-owned restaurants?Recently, the number of celebrity stars who own restaurants is increasing, and the number of locals going to these “star restaurants” is also on the rise. So, how is the food, the ambience, and the service at these celebrity restaurants? Here are some recommendations from our travel bloggers.
Owned by Korean Hallyu star Bae Yong-joon, Gorilla in the Kitchen has been the talk of the town. The unique name comes from the animal known for its energy and wisdom - the gorilla.
Also known as “Yon-sama’s restaurant,” the restaurant received a good rating thanks to its elegant interior, great service, and good food. With health as the main theme of the menu, numerous enticing meals are in store for those interested in staying trim and healthy like Bae Yong-joon. You won’t find fries or any dishes using butter here. The amount of salt is also controlled according to the recommended daily intake. Clientele will also find detailed information on the ingredients and cooking methods as well as information on nutrition, weight, and calories. If you want a smaller portion, order human or choose gorilla for a larger amount.
Recommended health dishes are tagged as “Muscle Smart” in the menu. There are so many dishes on offer that newcomers may take a long time to decide what they are gong to order. Non-Korean speakers will be relieved to learn that there is an English menu. The easiest choices on the menu are probably the human and gorilla combos. Also, a smoothie, whipped up in any of 20 different flavors, is not only satisfying, but fills you with energy. A combo meal comes with a free health consultation with a health consultant regarding your sugar level. Be sure to ask for it when you order, so you’ll get a more accurate sugar level before the meal.
The uniquely attractive interior is white, and the pristine design is highlighted by elegant decorative pieces. On the second floor, a variety of silver ladles and spoons are displayed on the walls. Strangely, there are no items or photos of Bae Yong-joon. In fact, this reflects the restaurant’s philosophy - to attract a clientele based on the quality of their food rather than the popularity of Bae Yong-joon being a celebrity.
[Visitor’s Information] Address: Sinsa-dong 650, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Opening Hours: Weekdays 11:00~23:00, weekends 10:00~23:00
Closed: on New Year’s Day and Chuseok holiday
Main Menu: Smart Lunch Set 35,000-45,000 won, Smart Dinner Set 45,000-52,000 won, Crispy Rice Sushi 21,000 won, 7 Grilled Veggies on Oven-Baked Pizza 21,000 won, Wild Mushroom Carbonara with Gorgonzola Cream Sauce 23,000 won, ‘Tobiko’ Pasta 19,000 won, Tenderloin Steak 35,000 won, Berry Berry smoothie 6,000-9,000 won, sweet pumpkin latte 8,000 won
Tel: +82-2-3442-1688 (Korean, English, Japanese)
Language: Service is available in English and Japanese. Menu comes in both Korean and English.
How to Get There: Take subway Line 3 to Apgujeong Station, and go out of Exit 3. Take a taxi to Dosan Park and get out in front of the front gate of the park (should cost the basic fare). Facing the gate, go to the right and you will see the restaurant.
Homepage:
http://www.gorillakitchen.co.kr/main.asp (Korean, English)
Tip: Nearby AttractionsAfter a meal at Gorilla in the Kitchen, why not go shopping on Apgujeong’s Rodeo Street, the home of cutting-edge fashion. The street is lined with trendy shops, so even window shopping can be fun, and you can also watch fashionably dressed young people on the streets. For other shopping options, visit the nearby Galleria and Hyundai department stores.
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