In Nakano, enjoy a cozy and authentic Korean home-cooked cuisine.

ある火曜日――この日は珍しく、昼過ぎまで中野の街をぶらぶらと歩いていました。中野丸井の店舗があまり良くないことに困った友人が、新宿に戻る途中で新大久保で韓国料理を食べようと言い始めました（*^_^*）
Lumine's Korean Cuisine感謝の言葉を言わなくなることに、少しの喜びを感じながら……ふと、これまで気にしていなかった時計を見ると、もう14時を過ぎていました……。
Ah... This is just...HanyanThat chicken soup for two should be sold out by now, I guess… (-_-;)
I've really wanted to go there for a long time, but due to the long queues during peak hours, I've had to put it off... This situation has happened twice, and since then, I've just kept my distance from that place. >＜
I considered visiting at a later time, but it seems that cases where the参鶏湯 is out of stock are quite common.
无论如何，因为我的同伴提到了“韩国料理”这个关键词，那一刻，我的头脑简直就像被韩式鸡汤给冲昏了头脑一样！！

And... I remembered this restaurant just now♪
Located near Nakano Marui, it’s about a 3 to 4-minute walk from Nakano Station’s south exit. You can find the restaurant just after crossing Nakano Gōkō Road in the direction of Takahagi. Enter the first alley on the left (the road width isn’t very narrow though…). The restaurant is right on the right-hand side.
Boso Ramen ばりこてOn my way back home, while walking for a stroll, I happened to discover it... I've been curious about it for a while!!

Surrounded by office buildings and residential houses, this restaurant suddenly appears in the middle of nowhere. From its appearance, it seems somewhat mysterious and eerie. However, on the signboard placed outside the store, colorful photos of a wide variety of lunch and dinner menus are displayed. This gave me a sense of confidence that I would surely be able to enjoy delicious food here.
ま・・・もしランチなら、取り除いても問題ないと自分に言い訳を作りながら、さあ、突撃だ！！
The companion said, "Hmm... something seems strange(?_?)..."... and he wasn't very enthusiastic about it at all (^_^;).
Without any fuss, just follow me!!

Open the door, and let the adventure to the land of wonder begin(p≧∀≦q)〃
お～っと・・・予想していた通り、店内はこじんまりとしていて家庭的で、気取らない雰囲気ですね！！
The number of seats is as follows: there are 3 tables... 2 for 6 people, and 1 for 4 people.
And there are alcoves where you can sit, and those alcoves also have three tables... If you sit down normally, each table should be suitable for four people.
The person who greeted us sounded like a Korean woman, saying "Welcome!". From the kitchen in the back, we could also see the father's figure. (*^^)v
Probably a married couple, I guess... This time it's still unconfirmed (*ﾉ≧∀)ﾉ
At such a time of day, there were four male office workers seated at the table in the back, and one female employee in uniform at the central table.

“Please, come and sit down…” I followed the invitation and sat down. There were four people at the table nearby.
At first glance, it seemed that there were no items such as coats or hangers provided. So, it seems that the items are placed on the chairs. ★
This time, I was able to sit comfortably, so there were no problems at all. But what about during times of heavy traffic? (?_?)

Each table is equipped with a smokeless roasting stove. Just looking at this makes me excited as someone who loves grilled meat. However, unfortunately, there are basically no grilled dishes available for lunch… It seems like they mainly serve food that has already been cooked by others!!
The lunch menu consists of a total of 16 items ♫
In addition to classic dishes like chige and kappa, there were also menu items such as ginger-yaki and Korean-style ramen!!
All of the menus were clearly presented with sample photos, which made it easy to understand them (*^_^*).
And everything is very affordable… from 500 to 780 yen, with free additional rice and three dishes as a set!!

I ordered the Chicken Soup (￥780) without any hesitation!!
According to the source text, the person in question was considering choosing Comtan, but since I opted for a soup dish, they chose Porkoghi (￥780).
The tables and chairs are of solid quality. The atmosphere in the restaurant is similar to that of a typical street-side lunch restaurant... However, compared to several Korean-restaurant locations around Shin-Okubo, this place gives a more organized impression.
The heating was turned on, so it was quite warm.
Furthermore, the tea served at first was warm corn tea... During this time of year, it might be a pleasant gesture for customers who come in from the cold weather outside!!
It would have been even better if the hot water for the oshiro was also included. But... at least it's not a paper oshiro. That's already good, Kana ^^
The table was also equipped with pots containing cold water with ice prepared in advance. It's nice to have the option to choose between cold and warm water (*´∀｀嬉).

As I calmly looked around the interior of the restaurant, the decorations and furnishings seemed somewhat unpretentious, yet they emphasized the characteristics typical of a Korean cuisine restaurant.
On the very top of the entrance was a LCD TV, which was displaying ordinary Japanese daytime drama programs!!
Personally, this restaurant was a place that felt cozy and peaceful.

おそらく、奥にいらした4名様や、中央にいらした1名様の方々は、料理が提供される前に既に席を立っていらっしゃったのでしょうが、それほど長く待つことなく、料理が運ばれてきました。
First, three side dishes were served for each person... In cases of obvious couples, many Korean restaurant chains only serve one portion of side dish per person. This is a pleasant surprise!!
Well... many restaurants offer the option of ordering additional items. So, in a way, they’re all the same… but just depending on one’s mood, you know?

The side dishes consisted of three types: cabbage kimchi, okimchi, and Korean seaweed mixed with chopped carrots and sesame.
The cabbage kimchi initially tasted a bit sweet when I put it in my mouth, but later on, the spiciness gradually spread throughout my taste buds... Yes, this is a delicious kimchi!!
Oi kimchi is, to be honest, the most delicious one I've received so far... It's simply wonderful. The way it was pickled is absolutely perfect (p≧∀≦q)〃
Not too overripe, yet it hasn't lost the natural crispness that cucumbers are known for... The core part still retains a firm, crunchy texture. Personally, I really liked it in this state, so I was completely satisfied!!
In my imagination, it was just like when I received a perfectly al dente pasta that was cooked at high temperatures all at once… That’s how it felt♫
オイキムチは白菜キムチよりもストレートな辛さでしたが、辛いものが苦手な友人も「美味しい☆」と言って食べていましたので、辛いものが苦手な方でも楽しめる味だと思います＾＾
Both the spiciness, sweetness, and acidity are not overly prominent… It feels like a dish that has been perfectly balanced.
And this is a dish of Korean dashi mixed with seaweed... I ate it for the first time!!
When it comes to Korean seaweed, I thought it would be simply eaten as a crunchy appetizer... But there's actually a way to eat it! Σ(・ω・ノ)ノ
It was very informative... And this dish was also quite delicious... I really want to have beer or McCorie (^_^;).

After picking up the side dishes for a while, two servings of rice, neatly arranged in a mound, were brought over… It’s a pity that there are no photos available. But it resembles a traditional Japanese story… Presented in small tea bowls, arranged in a heap!!
I thought that there wouldn't be rice served with the Chicken Soup, so I'm really happy(*´∀｀*)
According to the review, Plucki comes with a soup. However, what was provided was just an ordinary miso soup... No, both the miso and the broth seemed to be of average quality. ＾＾；

As soon as the rice was served, the purkogi was brought over without any delay!!
おやおや・・・？普段ならプルコギは焼肉風に炒めたものが皿に盛られて出されると思っていましたが・・・実際には小さな石鍋で煮込まれて、汁気が多い状態で提供されました。
It was a surprise, and I was a bit shocked. But later, when I asked a person who is enthusiastic about Korean cuisine, she said that it's not actually that uncommon for such dishes to be served.
So that was it... I really don't know about it. (´-ω-｀;)ゞﾎﾟﾘﾎﾟﾘ

And before we even had a chance to finish eating the pork rib, the long-awaited chicken soup finally appeared!!
Wow, it's really boiling down to a mess(*_*)
Moreover, this dish is essentially a soup-based meal… It appears in a large stone pot that is at least 1.5 times the size of that containing the pulled pork from earlier… ﾜ―ヾ(●´∀｀●)ﾉ―ｲｯ
It's really nice to receive food that's still hot and steaming... The sight and the sound of it boiling make it possible to enjoy the deliciousness even a little bit sooner!!

So... well, let's start the actual tasting now~♪
So, let's receive what each of them has ordered... I decided to eat the pullokogi first, while my companion ate the参鶏湯 first!!
このドッチもとても美味しそうなので、分けて食べるしかないです(*^^)v

The long-awaited Chicken Soup... Although the description sounds cheap, it has a flavor that truly overflows with taste. It had a gentle and delightful taste. ♪
In half of the chicken dish, basic ingredients for参鶏湯 are included, such as glutinous rice, ginseng, and dried plums. (#^.^#)
By the way, apart from the seven-spice mixture placed on the table, there were no other seasonings. Salt and similar items were not provided either. But it was still extremely delicious!!
Basically, it has a simple saltiness. However, the umami of the ingredients has completely permeated this soup, making it seem like there’s no need to change its flavor at all… No, this is definitely a hit menu!!
There were two ginsengs of quite large size, which made me very happy o(*≧ω≦*)o
Of course, it is cooked thoroughly until it becomes soft... The chicken meat is so tender that even the bones can be easily removed.
I guess they use a pressure cooker for cooking, huh? Anyway... it's just my opinion!!
The first bite of the soup made me feel as if a warmth was spreading through my body... It was a deeply healing taste, truly memorable and soul-stirring(*´∀｀*)
The companion said it was the first time they had tasted Chicken Soup, and although they didn't find it attractive in appearance, once they tasted it... they were captivated by its deliciousness and couldn't stop eating it!!
“Delicious～！！ Seems to be very good for the body♫”… And so on. They seem to be eating with such enthusiasm as if they were enjoying the menu they ordered themselves… Well, that’s fine, I guess (´-ω-｀;)ゞﾎﾟﾘﾎﾟﾘ
The Chicken Soup is also rich in collagen, so women can expect to enjoy the benefits of beautiful skin... It's really great! This is highly recommended!!
Even after visiting again, it seems like I’ll end up ordering this dish anyway... ＾＾；

Regarding the Pruggi... well, that was also quite good!!
To be honest, I thought the sauce was a bit too sweet... But with its sushi-yaki-like flavor, it worked well with the rice. (*^_^*)
The meat used was beef roasts.
Personally, I would prefer to have meat with a bit more fat in it. It seems that prukogi is often made from lean meat, doesn't it? (^_^;)
That way, I can get a much cleaner portion. Actually, this time, even though the pluckogi was very juicy, I ended up not keeping any of the juices and had to leave it as is.
But there was no feeling of leaning my body against the stomach. Moreover, the ginger really worked, so I actually felt a refreshing aftertaste... For meat that's quite fatty, it simply won't work like this, right? ＾＾;
Other ingredients include onions, carrots, scallions, and enoki mushrooms. The texture of the enoki mushrooms served as a special feature, making it a very enjoyable experience♫
Well, this is largely a matter of personal preference.
This was also delicious, but next time I'd like to try other menu items... There are even 16 different options available!!

Ultimately, with the perfect combination of pulloggi and kimchi, the rice was eaten more quickly… And the apples that were served again were delicious! (p≧∀≦q)〃
Ultimately, chicken soup was served with rice and kimchi... in a prawn-flavored manner!!
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I think it's acceptable to accept a service attitude that is somewhat unrefined like this (...just my personal opinion, maybe?). That's why I really love Korean cuisine!!
A satisfying lunch that satisfied both my stomach and my heart☆

Limited to customers who have eaten lunch, there is also a special service offering an ice coffee for just ￥100!!
There is no hot drink available... I simply take out an ice-coffee bottle from the refrigerator and pour it into a glass with ice... It's okay, after all, it costs just ￥100!!
Taste? It's good, after all, it costs just ￥100... even cheaper than a canned coffee!!

I regret not asking about whether there is a option for re-ordering side dishes... That should be discussed during my next visit... A revisit is definitely necessary v(´∀｀*)ｲｪｲ
It was a delightful discovery to find a restaurant like this even in Nakano...!!
Moreover, even on Yumelo, there were no reviews for this restaurant, which indicates that it remains relatively unknown, you know? ＾＾；
In terms of price, the lunch is extremely reasonable, and it can be considered a hidden gem.

I had lunch here and I really liked it, so I also asked to see the evening menu... And this is even more attractive!!
What made me personally the happiest was that the margaritas were cheap.
It seems there are several types available, but the bottle size is 1.000 ml, and the price is ￥1,500!! Even raw mackerel drinks come in a size of 750 ml, yet they still cost ￥1,500!! Really cheap... (σ・ω・`*) How happy I am...
I wanted to revisit this restaurant during lunchtime when drinking was allowed, but it would also be nice at night♫

There was also an abundance of Korean cuisine, including grilled meats and individual dishes, as well as Korean stews.
I was surprised by the fact that, despite the samples being beautifully presented, the price was relatively moderate. So I asked about it... "It's just photos... they're trying a little hard, really, it's just a little less than expected ^^" She answered honestly and with a gentle smile... Ugh, I thought to myself, but it was a really positive impression!!
Upon closer inspection... there were words in the corner of the menu that read, "The photos are for reference only." In the end, it wasn't clear how much food was served per portion. But the mother and father managed to make us feel welcome, even considering that was a sign of their kindness. And above all, the food was delicious. Naturally, our mood improved as well♫
My companion also said, "It's great to be here!! We'll come again ^^", clearly enjoying the place.

After we entered the restaurant, there was also a person who seemed to be from the neighborhood. It seems that this is a place that is already very popular among local residents.
Just as it was 2:30 in the afternoon, my father pulled down the signboard ^_^;
If I have to mention one negative point, it's that smoking is allowed.
Unconfirmed, but there was an ashtray placed on the table... Fortunately, no one smoked this time, which was a relief, ＾＾；

At the end of the payment process, the mother said, “There are gummies here, take them with you ^^”… Until the end, she showed a very service-oriented attitude. ★
“First time? Come again, come again!”
Um... It was a restaurant that truly warmed my heart and provided a comfortable atmosphere. o(*≧ω≦*)o

Of course~・・・I will definitely disturb you again too~(｀ゝω･)vｨｪｨ