Hongdae Korean Restaurant, located at 9184 Yonge St (Unit 1) in Richmond Hill, Ontario, is a highly rated, family-run local favorite known for its authentic flavors and fun social media presence.
Overview & Highlights
- The Food: Famous for its comforting stews, house-fermented kimchi, and 10-hour slow-simmered beef bone broth (Gomtang). They recently expanded their menu to include traditional soy sauce marinated raw crab (ganjang gejang).
- Atmosphere: A cozy, vibrant, and casual family-friendly space featuring a K-pop soundtrack.
- Pricing & Value: Entrees typically range between $20–$30 CAD. Writing a 5-star review during your visit can score your table a free order of homemade fried dumplings.
Signature Menu Items
- Bulgogi Stone Bowl (Dolsot Bibimbap): Served sizzling hot with perfectly crisped rice (nurungji).
- Hongdae Combo Sets: Generously sized sharing platters (e.g., Combo H3 includes braised beef short ribs, steamed kimchi & pork, soybean stew, and grilled mackerel).
- Pork Bone Soup (Gamjatang): A rich, slow-simmered crowd favorite.
- Korean-Chinese Fusion: Robust options like Jajangmyeon (black bean noodles) and Jjamppong (spicy seafood soup).
Logistics
- Hours: Open daily from 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM.
- Parking: Free parking is available in the plaza lot, though it can get tight during weekend dinner rushes.
