Shot courtesy of Sharon Heit
Maple Tree House, the hit concept taking the Korean BBQ restaurant and updating it as a place to see and be seen, has added its fourth location near Gangnam Station. The top-shelf cuts of meat, an appealing wine list, and attractive interior prove a winning combination. The latest incarnation updates the interior with a visual nod to the soju-fueled partying that might follow a meal – stacked to the ceiling is a custom run of 5000 of the iconic green bottles. If you’ve ever tried their other locations, you already know the grilled meats offered stack up against any around town. Not as well known is the kimchi jjigae which is also uniquely satisfying. Guests are encouraged to pair it with a bottle of Hwayo soju. For this level of service, atmosphere and quality, the prices are also a pleasant surprise. Maple Tree House Gangnam is open seven days a week from 11:30 am to 10:30 pm, except holidays. mapletreehouse.co.kr, 02-3461-4469