Who doesn't love a good bibimbap? I've eaten this classic Korean dish many times over the years and always enjoyed it, although I've never been able to say that I've had what seems to be the definitive version of the dish. Until now.
We arrived at Chaban at around noon on a Saturday and the place was empty. I already knew what I was going to order before we even got there, so I quickly told the waitress that I wanted the Chaban Dolsot Bibimbap.
The tiny appetizers that always accompany a Korean meal arrived shortly after, and they were good (if not spectacular). The spicy kimchi was the highlight to be sure, as the other three were edible but forgettable.
The main course showed up soon after and it was accompanied by a mug of miso soup and a small bowl of red chili paste sauce. I poured the sauce in the hot stone bowl and began mixing. The first bite was heavenly and so were all the bites that followed. The meat was cooked perfectly and the various veggies provided an excellent accompaniment. Really, I have no complaints. If all bibimbaps were this good, I'm sure I'd make it a point to eat this dish on a weekly basis.