Our dinner at Sariwon began with a simple gesture of pouring hot water over what appeared to us as coin-sized dehydrated towels.  We were amused to watch them as they sprung up and expanded into the usual form.

Food

Unlike other authentic Korean restaurants, Sariwon serves a Complimentary Salad composed of shredded purple cabbage, lettuces and cherry tomatoes glazed with sesame vinaigrette dressing.  This light salad is the perfect meal starter.  

• Kimchi
• Roasted Anchovies
• Blanched Spinach
• Kimchi Raddish
• Korean Beansprouts 
• Sweet Potato and Pumpkin Mash

From the Grill

♥ Galbi 280g (545 php)

The Galbi is a juicy and marinated USDA beef short ribs served raw in a platter together with some garlic cloves, green and red bell peppers and enoki mushrooms to be cooked on the grill top.  We were also given some lettuce and Gochujang (red pepper sauce) to eat it with.

♥  Galbi 280g (545 php)

Dak Galbi (350 php)

The Dak Galbi is grilled marinated chicken cubes served in a hot plate.  It was savory and succulent with a bit of a zing.  

House Specials Barbecue

♥ Sariwon Bulgogi 150g (545 php)

Sweet Potato Noodles

The Sariwon Bulgogi is silky thin beautifully marbled USDA beef served with mushrooms and leeks and sweet potato noodles to be cooked on the table griller-boiler.  

♥ Sariwon Bulgogi 150g (545 php)

♥ Sariwon Bulgogi 150g (545 php)

The Sariwon Bulgogi is not as tasty on its own so its best enjoyed with the sweet potato noodles and the fragrant Sariwon sauce.  The sweet potato noodles gained all our approval.  We were all enchanted by its light and soft texture and its mellow sweet taste.  It is one of the best noodles that I have tried. You can tell that they are freshly made everyday!

Other Specialties

Haemul Pajeon (350 php)

The Haemul Pajeon is a traditional Korean pancake filled with squid, shrimp, oysters and green leeks.  What made Sariwon's Haemul Pajeon a success is the freshness of its ingredients.   I enjoyed the eloquent flavors of the seafood enhanced by the contrast of textures between the soft batter, chewy seafood and the crunchy green leeks. 

Japchae (350 php)

The Japchae is clear vermicelli noodles topped with black fungus, green onions, carrots, spinach, pork and sesame seeds.  The Japchae possessed an excellent play of textures and flavors.  I was especially impressed by the bouncy vermicelli and the crunchy black fungus.  I also liked the fact that it didn't have a hint of greasiness.

Rice & Noodles

Dolsot-Bibimbap (380 php)

The Dolsot-Bibimbap is one of my favorite Korean specialties.  Sariwon's version is served with generous amount of vegetables and drizzles with fragrant sesame seeds.  I enjoyed it to the very last bit especially the socarrat at the bottom.

Beverages
Although they serve a house tea of Barley Tea, their wide variety of drinks convinced us to try some of them.


The Kiwi Fruit Shake (160 php) is served in a tall glass.  I enjoyed its sweetness and richness.  On the other hand, the ♥ Citrus Herb Juice (150 php) is a more light and refreshing option.

Sariwon Cocktails
The Sangria Soju (195 php) is a sweet blend of red wine and soju topped with apple, orange and lemon slices.  It was served in a large cocktail glass.  Although it was sweet, you could really feel the strength of the soju in it.

The Cherry Blossom Sojutini (140 php) is a pink concoction with cherry brandy, lime and soju.  Although this looks more like a ladies drink than the Sangria Soju, it delivers a greater punch than the latter perhaps because of the brandy.

♥ Sikhye (60 php)

Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
Sariwon is a must-try when craving for Bulgogi (Korean barbecue) and Galbi.  Their special sauces are unlike any other.  The servers are also nice and attentive.  I heard the price here is more affordable than their other counterparts too.  Best to come in groups since most of the grill dishes are good for sharing.  I will definitely bring my family at Sariwon to share with them my pleasurable experience.

I had the Peking Chicken, Spicy Thai Noodles with Curry Sauce, Szechuan Tofu, Spare Ribs Royale and Sweet and Sour Fish Fillet.  The Peking Chicken was pretty good.  It was tender and savory.  The Spicy Thai Noodles with Curry Sauce felt like spaghetti with peppered and sweetened mild curry.  The Spare Ribs Royale and Sweet and Sour Fish Fillet were good but nothing extraordinary in terms of taste.  

Food

The Melanzane all' Aglio e Parmigiano is eggplant filled with loads of roasted garlic and parmesan cheese.  Though simple, I was pleased with this light treat because of its strong garlic scent and flavor.

Insalate (Salads)

Drinks

Back in the day, my little sister used to enjoy Grappa's home brewed beer so we decided to ask about it.  We found out that since their change in management, they are no longer offering those so we had to settle for a glass of San Miguel Draft Beer instead.

Tapas

Cova Tapas Y Sangria serves two kinds of portions: Tapas (two pieces) and Racion (four pieces).

The Pintxo de Queso Frito is deep fried batter coated grueyere cheese topped with caramelized onion served with honey, balsamic cream and aoili.  As simple as this finger food looks, you'll find yourself succumbing to its cheesy goodness.

Viands

Desserts