Shin Jung
Orlando, FL 32803-4804
Phone: (407) 895-7345
- Price:
- $
- Cross Street:
- Madison Ave
- Hours:
- Mon-Sat 11:30am-10pm, Sun 1:30pm-10pm
Editorial Review for Shin Jung – by Elisha Pappacoda
In Short
Korean transplants, white-collar workers and karate students from the next door martial arts school are among the fortunate few who've discovered this Colonialtown hideaway. The exterior is inconspicuous-- look for the green awning and sign reading "barbecue." Inside, find families grilling their own meats and vegetables on table-tops grills surrounded by an array of Korean side dishes known as banchan, which include the obligatory kimchi, spicy fermented cabbage and turnips. The rice is sticky and slightly sweet, and the hot woo-rong tea is bold and addictive. From the grill, try the kal bi marinated beef ribs, or for the more daring, some un-marinated cow tongue. The bim bim bop--whether cold or sizzling--is a satisfying conglomeration of barbecued beef, cucumbers, mushrooms and sprouts topped with a fried egg.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoTo grill it yourself at your table, you must purchase at least two entrees. Otherwise, order from the kitchen.
ParkingThe tiny driveway leads to an ample parking to behind the restaurant.
Save MoneyLunch box specials--most under $10--are available on weekdays only.
User Reviews for Shin Jung
05/30/2008 Posted by oraia
First, it was my first time ever having Korean food. However, my boyfriend is half Korean and has family over there. I treated him to the meal. So I will begin by saying a couple of things about the poor reviews for this restaurant. First, the service was excellent. And with excellent service, one does not tip 10%. The food was delicious, but be aware that this is not an inexpensive experience. But that is because the portions are big. You will not be able to finish, especially if you order an appetizer like I did. I had the seafood pancake as an appetizer and some bulgogi as the entree. It was by far the best food I have had in a while. Also, the rice nectar is refreshing and after the meal they give you slices of cantaloupe.
Pros: Excellent food
12/05/2007 Posted by flasunlover
Having spent over a year in Korea I am very familiar with it's people and their food, and this is the best Korean restaurant in the area, hands-down. Unfortunately, it’s the only true Korean restaurant still open in Orlando (I think the other closed 2 yrs ago) that specializes in real Korean BBQ…they actually have gas grills built into most of the tables. The BBQ meals all come with endless authentic side dishes; some may take a little getting used to (like cooked jellyfish) and vary with each visit. Making wraps with fresh lettuce is fun and healthy. All the food is well seasoned and very tasty. I usually order the galbi, my wife likes the bibimbap. It’s very small and easy to miss if you don’t know where it is. The owner and entire staff is Korean and the décor, although kinda “rustic”, is as authentic as the food…definitely worth the trip, especially if you’re already in Orlando. The clients are 95% Korean. No reservations so get there early. It gets packed on weekends and I’ve seen people wait over an hour to be seated, and well worth it. Pleanty of parking in the rear. BTW, I read the other reviews of this place and I can’t imagine how it received two low ratings out of six. Okay, maybe I've become used to less than excellent service in most resturants, but my Japanese wife and I have always been treated like royalty when we go there and the “meal” is more like a feast!
Pros: Variety and taste of food, fun & unique preparation
Cons: Smallish seating capacity - only one large table
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