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Soban
- Eastside
- $$$
Korean
Upscale
- Food
- great
- Vibe
- great
- Perks
- okay
Food: Mediocre taste, extraordinary prices
Soban's specialities like the Spicy Kalbijjim and Braised Korean Short Rib showcase culinary creativity, brimming with flavour, melting right off the bone. But these innovative dishes falter in taste, stirring sensations of mediocrity and disappointing portion sizes, denting the value proposition with high prices. The menu, although fresh, does not offer enough variety.
Great Quality
Customer stated ingredients were incredibly fresh, equating to food utopia.
Okay Taste
Experiences varied, some found food delicious, others less impressive.
Small Portions
Small portions do not justify high prices, leaving customers disappointed.
Top 3 dishes at Soban
- 1
Spicy Kalbijjim 🏆
Tender, flavor-rich with perfect spice, sweetness, and softness; melts off the bone.
- 2
Spicy Codfish
The cod was melt-in-your-mouth tender and richly flavored.
- 3
Braised Korean Short Rib
Tender meat, flavorful, with melt-in-your-mouth savory butteriness.
Vibe: Decent date night, minus drinks
The vibe at Soban is quaint and charming, offering a small and cozy atmosphere fitting for a date night, albeit crowded. However, it loses significant brownie points with its abysmal drinks offering, serving no alcoholic beverages. It does hold some allure with a Michelin recommendation boosting its trendiness.
Great Buzz
Visited by critics and directors, has significant hype and Michelin recommendation.
Okay For Dates
Small and cozy atmosphere suitable for dates, but can get crowded.
Bad Drinks
No alcohol served here, not even a beer, a major drawback.
Perks: Forget parking, focus on reservations
The perks at Soban are a mixed bag. Visitors may struggle with frustrating parking situations, especially during peak hours, and a negligible service. However, the ease of making reservations, and suitable options for vegetarians and vegans, somewhat neutralises the negatives. The restaurant can accommodate kids but fails to seat larger groups.
Easy To Hear
Quiet, perfect for stress-free meal with family, conducive to conversation.
Okay For Kids
Small yet accommodating space, with reservations recommended during peak hours.
Hard To Park
Finding parking during busy hours proves to be difficult and frustrating.