COLLEGE GUIDE: Best Spots for Korean

Wednesday, September 05, 2012

Grace Fenton, GoLocalProv Contributor

 

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Got a dumpling craving that won't quit? We've got the best Korean spots, no matter where your school is.

If you are new to town, it can be hard to know where to get authentic Korean food close to your school. Or, maybe, you have always wanted to try it but never knew where to go. We have the best places around the state to

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find popular Korean dishes.

Teriyaki and Korean House, downtown Providence

The wooden, airy environment of the restaurant makes it a cool, hip place to enjoy your favorite Korean dish—or try something new. The favorites are the pork bulgogi or the spicy chicken teriyaki. 217 Westminster St, Providence. 401-331-1651. downtownprovidence.com/business/teriyaki-korean-house

Soban, College Hill, Providence 

With a clean and sleek interior and complimentary miso soup with every meal, Soban is your stop for Korean food on Thayer Street. Fast service and big portions of favorite foods—such as kimchi fried rice and hot stone beef bibimbap—make it perfect for a study break or night out. 272 Thayer St, Providence 401- 751-1234. Check out Soban's Facebook page, here.

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Ichiban, Cranston 

Be sure to visit Ichiban for lunch to try one of their popular Bento boxes—served with miso soup, white rice, salad, tempura vegetables and dumplings. For dinner, try a variety of the homemade noodles or Ichiban Specials. 146 Gansett Ave, Cranston. 401-432-7220. www.ichibanri.com

Sun and Moon Korean Restaurant, East Providence 

As a family-run restaurant, Sun and Moon serves authentic Korean food. Be sure to try the Bokbunja Ju—a drink that supposedly can enhance stamina and cure disease. Don’t have time to sit in? You can even have take out. 95 Warren Ave, East Providence. 401-435-0214. www.sunandmoonkorean.com

Sura Restaurant, Johnston

Sura has authentic Korean BBQ, with grills at each table for self-serve kalbi or bulgogi. For a fun night out, there is a private room for Karaoke equipped with 2 mics and a tambourine--$6.25 for an hour and half. 300 George Waterman Road, Johnston. 401-233-7888. sura-ri.com

New Sea Shai Restaurant, Middletown (good for Salve + RWU students)

There is a wide selection of Korean dishes, from soups and stews to grilled dishes. The popular bim bim bap in the stone bowl is always a favorite at New Sea Shai. 747 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown. 401-619-0968. www.seashai.com

Sumo Sushi, Newport (good for Salve + RWU students)

Sumo Sushi has a great location as well as delicious food. Plus, the restaurant has BYOB with a liquor store only two doors down. There is also a wide selection of sushi rolls to choose from if you are in the mood for Japanese. 198 Thames St. Ste 4, Newport. 401-848-2307. www.sumosushinewport.com
 

 

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