Mandoobar

Cuisine

Korean

Michelin

bib_gourmand

Price

€€

Website

https://www.mandoobar.fr/

Description

Good authentic Korean restaurants are few and far between in Paris, but this small restaurant with a large central counter is one of them. Diners look on as chef Kim Kwang-Loc, as nimble-fingered as he is precise, prepares the famous mandu (Korean dumplings) and tuna, mackerel, sea bream and beef tartares which form the core of his pared-back menu. Passionate about Korean herbs, he seasons each of his refined, flavourful dishes with irresistibly fragrant notes, perhaps in a bid to recreate his earliest culinary memories in Korea… Reasonable prices; booking recommended.

Review score

4.4

Review count

80

Review summary

Located in Clichy, Mandoobar specializes in Korean cuisine, featuring beef, shrimp, and tuna tartare alongside handmade mandoo (dumplings). Reviews highlight the freshness and refinement of the homemade dishes, with the open kitchen behind the bar offering an immersive dining experience. Service is generally praised as professional and friendly, though some guests reported issues with the reservation system, including bugs preventing cancellations or confirmations. The atmosphere is intimate but can be cramped and noisy, with bar seating requiring advance reservations. While some find the value acceptable, others criticize portion sizes and high prices. This restaurant suits diners interested in watching chefs prepare food and those seeking authentic, subtle Korean flavors in a compact setting.

Best for

Suitable for diners who enjoy watching chefs prepare food and are willing to book bar seats in advance.

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