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Koreatown - Somisomi restaurant
7.0

Somisomi

  • Koreatown
  • $
  • Korean
  • Street
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    great

Food: Edible creativity succumbs to monotony

Distinctive offerings from Somisomi, such as Ube soft serve, Macaron topped Taiyaki, and Green tea ice cream, get a thumbs-up for freshness. With overly generous portions, the taste and quality receive praise for great value, although some demur about the taste. However, despite this positive swing, the paltry selection does leave a hiccup.

  • Large Portions

    Generous, large, and perfect portions frequently highlighted as positives.

  • Not Creative

    Menu is simple, straightforward without overwhelming, offering nothing unique.

Top 3 dishes at Somisomi

  1. 1

    Ube Soft Serve 🏆

    Exceptionally creamy with a unique, delightful flavor; not overly sweet.

    Ube Soft Serve dish
  2. 2

    Macaron or Strawberry Topped Taiyaki

    Fresh and crispy taiyaki, perfectly complemented by sweet toppings.

    Macaron or Strawberry Topped Taiyaki dish
  3. 3

    Green Tea Ice Cream

    Creamy, rich, authentic green tea flavor; very satisfying and well-balanced.

    Green Tea Ice Cream dish

Vibe: Logistical blues overpower the buzz

The boundaries of ambiance are distressed by a cramped atmosphere and limited seating. While the venue's popularity and Instagrammable status forms a lively buzz, it somehow misses the criteria for an ideal date night due to overcrowdedness and uncomfortable environs.

  • Great Buzz

    Frequently highlighted as a trendy, Instagrammable hotspot with lively atmosphere.

  • Okay For Dates

    Good for dates yet crowded, with limited seating availability.

  • Bad Ambiance

    Cramped and stuffy atmosphere with limited seating availability.

Perks: Service efficiency syphons outdoor discomfort

While parking has a neutral sway with validation and street options varying in convenience, a lack of outdoor seating mars the dining experience. Group gatherings are proven to be a challenge due to lack of space and long waits during peak hours. However, fast and attentive service from the staff arrests the situation.

  • Great Service

    Service fast, attentive, and staff friendly, enhancing the dining experience.

  • Okay To Park

    Parking has validation or street options; convenience varies.

  • Bad For Groups

    Lack of seating, cramped space, long waits during peak hours problematic.