It was a packed Saturday evening, but the service was still fast and we got our food within 15 minutes after our order. Totally would return to try the other dishes.
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I’m always on the look out for a good Korean bbq and I’ve been to a few in Auckland that just have not left a last impression. This one did.
Daamso looks like a bit of a rundown tired cafe from the outside that needs a bit of a Reno (so no glam kpop style trimmings here) but the food and quality and variety on the menu was a winner as was the lovely friendly service and the overall vibe in this ever crowded restaurant.
Liked:
1. Excellent variety in their offer with marinated and I marinated meats to order, a good selection of cooked Korean dishes, a nice variety of side dishes.
2. No minimum per pax order unlike some of their competitors around the corner.
3. Must tries - their spicy squid and seafood pancakes. Use the pancakes to mop up the sauce from the squid - heavenly and toast the pancakes on the grill to eat them crispy and hot.
4. Friendly owners and staff. The place is very busy as it’s got a great following amongst local Koreans, Asian families and korean food lovers. And yet the lovely owner - comes around to give you a hand at the table if you are having problems searing your meats and flips them over for you like a pro. The lady boss at the counter was so nice and handed out two yoghurt drinks to our kids before we left and said - “here something for your daughters!” Just such a nice hospitable touch today our overall experience.
5. Place may not have the glam element of a trendy or authentic k-restaurant but at the end I enjoyed the home-style feel of the place and the overall “vibe” of everyone enjoying their meals and chatting away and the hustle and bustle without feeling rushed to clear a table for the next crowd coming in.
Definitely coming back to this place.
I've been here twice and I'd come here more if it was more convenient. Love the large portions and the food is flavorful. Pretty spacious place with nice decor as well.
Easily one of the best if not the best Korean restaurant in East Auckland. Food is always nice and fresh and consistent. We always get the squid pork and tofu soup. Price is very reasonable. Highly recommend this place to Korean food lovers.
This is my go-to korean place whenever I'm out east. They have excellent service and really good food. I alway get their bulgogi and it has the perfect mean/vege ratio. They serve your mains alongside a good variety of side dishes. Definitely worth it for its value.
I wasn't necessarily expecting much from this spot tucked away in East Tamaki, but colour me impressed! A warm level of spice, great flavour in all the dishes, and especially tasty al-tang (fish roe soup). The banchan was quickly refilled, and the portions were perfect - we ordered 5 dishes with 2 extra rice bowls between 7 people and were definitely satisfied. Definitely would come back for a casual lunch or dinner!
Stir-fried dishes: 8/10
Al-tang: 8.5/10
Had a lunch with my hubby and mother-in-law on Sat. The stew is pretty good, and side dishes also came really fast and with so many varieties. The only thing is price, as a senior foodie I’ve been to heaps Korean restaurants across Auckland, I can honestly say I’ve never seen a tofu stew would cost over $14, however, all the stews here are between $18–$22, and the tofu stew is almost like a mini size.
Very busy but service was still very good, food is delicious and always on point and priced very good
Had lunch here today. Great service and great food. Had the spicy beef soup which was very very spicy but very delicious and the spicy chicken and vegetables ( I requested mild) very tasty. Came with rice and 7 side dishes. Will definitely be back
Visited few times. Always busy.
if you don't have booking you will not be treated nicely.
Wouldn't rate their Bibimbap.
Other meals are ok. Consistent. will fill you up with the side dishes.
Their BBQ: very average..
Just a reminder, check your bill if you are going with a group.
i have caught twice. charged one extra dish to the bill. both the time same lady staff
(not the owner). Not apologetic at all.
maybe genuine mistake,
Still rate them 4 stars.
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