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Taste of Thailand – Sukhumvit

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Just a few weeks ago I wrote a review for Buddha’s belly in Kyungnidan. Well last Friday night I was craving Thai food once again. However I decided to make a change and try the restaurant opposite Called Sukhavit – A taste of Thailand. A taste of Thailand was exactly what I got. It trumped Buddha’s Belly in pretty much every department and will now be my new Thai restaurant of choice. Not only do they provide a great take away service with an extensive menu far longer than the one at Buddha’s Belly, they also have a large restaurant that can accommodate many people.

First up were the spring rolls. Slightly expensive at 7,000 for 6.  But they were fairly good none the less. I have to say rolls are slightly better at Buddha’s Belly but the dipping sauce at Taste of Thailand was better.

Our next choice was the cashew chicken 11,000. This dish blew my mind. It was exactly the same as the ones I used to eat in Thailand. full of flavour without blowing my head off. There were plenty of cashews and lots of chicken  The sauce was slightly sweet and spicy, just how I like it.

I also ordered the Pad See Ew – black-bean fried noodles with chicken 11,000. This is my favourite dish from across the road so I was curious to see how it would compare but it was just as good with lots of noodles, chicken and sticky sauce.

Last up was the Thai green Curry 11,000. The moment I opened the lid I could smell the lemon-grass wafting out. It was perfect. they also asked us how hot we would like it, which was a nice touch, everyone likes their curry differently and they got this one spot on. It also came with white rice, but I think we have all been in Korea long enough to know what that looks like.

They also have a great sweet and sour chicken dish that I don’t have a picture of it but it certainly gets the thumbs up from me.

I chose chicken for all my dishes but you have the option for tofu, pork, shrimp, or beef if that’s what floats your boat.

Sukhumvit is located in Kyungnidan at 671 Itaewon 2-dong, Yongsan-gu. Seoul. 140-861. To get there take a train to Noksapyeong station (line 6)  exit 2 and walk straight down until you reach the under pass then go underneath. Sukhumvit is on the second floor above Noxa just opposite the exit of the underpass. You can call them on 02- 790- 2722 to place an order or make a reservation.

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Casablanca

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Casablanca needs no introduction for the residents of Hae Bang Chon. It is a hub activity every night from the time their doors open at 5pm. I’ve yet to walk past and find it empty. However this wondrous sandwicherie is still unknown to many because they do not even know where Hae bang chon is. Hae bang chon is a residential area just North West of Itaewon next to the army base. Because of the amount of foreigners living in the area, this place is a treasure trove of foreign cuisines and shops that most people miss out on.

Casablanca has a small menu consisting of several sandwiches and a few side dishes. However what the menu lacks in size it makes up for in quality. These guys know how to make a sandwich. The fresh crusty bread is spectacular.  Its the kind you would never dream of finding in Korea, you also get a giant portion. This glorious bread is then filled with a choice of meat, shrimp or vegetables. The Moroccan chicken is coated in glorious spices and then filled with deep fried potatoes, mayo and salad.

All this for 5,000 won. You would be hard pushed to find a sandwich in Seoul as  good as  this for the same price. There are half a dozen places selling great sandwiches in the area but their quality comes at a price. Casablanca could easily mark up their prices but don’t  and that keeps the fans coming back again and again. The spicy lamb and lentil is equally as good as the chicken and I find it hard to choose which one I prefer. It just depends what I’m in the mood for (usually both). One day I hope to get around to trying the shrimp!

You can get your sandwich to go or to stay. As they do have seating for the privileged few.

Casablanca is located in Hae Bang Chon at 44-8  Yongsandong 2 -ga, Seoul, Korea. Take a train to Noksapyeong station (line 6). Walk straight out of exit 2 for about 200 meters and take the first left and walk straight along the road with all the kimchi pots. Casablanca is on the left a few doors up from Phillies. You can also call them on 02-797-8367 or check out their facebook page.