Eating at local restaurants in town has been part of my partner and I’s relationship. It is our way to bond and spend time with each other, and I can say that it made us get closer and know each of us well. He knows my favorite dishes and vice versa.
We learned these things about ourselves when we started our food trips. I already mentioned that on the last food blogs I published weeks ago. And today, I would like to share one of the Korean Restaurants we love, and I would love to make a Food Blog Review based on our experiences.
Samgyupsal has been a trend recently. It started when Filipinos got hooked on Korean Dramas and craved the foods they usually see there. Because of this, entrepreneurs and business-minded people took chances on investing in the food industry but offering products and foods in Korean style. We were on the fun stage of enjoying unlimited chicken wings back then when we thought about trying Korean Samgyupsal.
Honestly, I did not like the idea and even tagged the side dishes I saw on Facebook and Instagram as “weird.” But everything changed when we decided to try it last year, 2021.
It is when we discovered the “BUT FIRST, SAMGYUP!” in Castillejos, Zambales. I think everything was destined to happen, and since it was our first time eating samgyupsal, we were lucky to have it there. The first experience made us go back so many times.
And here are the reasons why:
Budget-friendly offers and promos
One of the things we consider when having our food trips is how much we have in our wallet, so we must look for restaurants with budget-friendly deals. Seeing the signage of only Php 195 ($3.55) for unlimited samgyupsal made us excited.
Once you have their menu, you will choose between different deals, which vary in price according to the side dishes and meats available on each promo. The least expensive one is already a good deal, especially if you are not a heavy-eater. I could not attach their menu, but I can attest that they are affordable.
Additionally, they made a set of policies on their deals, and I am sure most restaurants that offer unlimited servings also have this. First, there must be no leftovers on meats. It means you have to control yourself on asking for more servings of meat, especially if you feel like you cannot take them anymore. You will be charged.
Plus, you have a time limit of 1 hour and 30 minutes to enjoy their unlimited dishes. If you go there with your friends, family, or partners, all of you must request the same promo or deal. For example, if you chose the Unli 2, the rest must have the same. It would be best to discuss it with them before ordering.
The meat, side dishes, and drinks will make your tummy happy!
We ate there and expected to go home with a happy tummy. After telling us about our orders and side dishes of our choice, they will start preparing them inside, while another staff would organize the table and put the utensils, grilling pan, and butane stove.
And after just a few minutes of waiting, they will serve the first set of meat and side dishes, and it is when we get too excited as we already know that they could satisfy our cravings.
Then, my partner would start cooking the meat. He always wanted to cook but did not allow me to do it. But there was a time when I insisted, and he let me try it.
While my partner is busy grilling, I organize the table to save some space and be comfortable while eating. Since there are some dishes that he does not like, I set them aside or put them on mine.
The serving comes with a bowl of rice and five different side dishes. We will never forget the Marble Potatoes, Kimchi, Sweet Potato, and Korean Fish Cake, and pick other options for the one slot left.
A cozy place to eat
We have already tried some restaurants, and we loved their food too. But sometimes the problem is their place. Some of them make us uncomfortable while eating, like when several people pass by.
Another good thing about “But First, Samgyup” is its location. You can visit them at the Erra Building, Barangay San Nicolas, in the municipality of Castillejos. They have a perfect and cozy spot for enjoying a portion of good food.
Kind staffs and good service
Sometimes the staffs also add comfort to us while eating. In “But First, Samgyup!” you will be amazed by how genuine the employees are; they also give excellent customer service. They will provide you with a warm welcome and greet upon your arrival.
You will not have to wait for them to ask for refills because they will be there once they see an empty plate. They will not let you wait too long when asking for another plate of meat, side dishes, or drinks. Also, these are the reasons why I love putting a small amount on their tip box. I love how they manage and give excellent service to us.
That’s it! For me, a 5-star rating will not be enough. They deserve more than that. I hope you realized how great this Korean Restaurant is because of this food review content.
Thank you for reading. See you on my next blog!
Blog #16
Date Published: August 24, 2022
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