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| - Ssam is one of the best Korean barbecue places that I have visited in a while. Walking in, I expected a lot from the great reviews I've read from yelp and from recommendations from friends. And I can say that Ssam really did live up to those good comments.
Although it was a little cramped and really busy, the servers were really efficient and accommodating at the same time. Expecting at least a 40 minute wait when we got there at around 7:30pm (since it was the half off pork belly/shoulder Tuesday special,) we were sat down within 20 minutes. In all honesty, Ssam gives off a really comfy vibe; I would not have minded another 20 minute wait.
For the main course, we ordered pork belly, pork shoulder butt, beef rib eye, and beef hanging tender as well as the seafood pancake. Though this may be up to preference, I was much more satisfied by the pork than the beef. Honestly, I couldn't get enough of the pork, I'm still craving it now. On a serious note, their food is likely that of the better quality KBBQs that I've tasted but maybe not something I would pay for if not for special prices.
Before serving us our food, we were served the routine side dishes (kimchi, braised potatoes, spinach, etc.) as well as three (!!) complimentary dishes which we were quite surprised by since they were served in regular medium portions (cheesy corn, kimchi soup, and steamed egg.) I would even say that the complimentary dishes really made this meal worth every penny.
With their daily specials, Ssam is rather affordable for a casual night out with friends. I will definitely be returning for more!
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