When you first walk into Coréen, the Korean restaurant established in December 2018, the stylish interior is the first thing you’ll notice. The brightness of the space, its pastel-colored tables and the white tiled bar all create a relaxed, inviting atmosphere. Designed by Studio Gizzem Cinar with inspiration from French bistros (hence the name Coréen, which means ‘Korean’ in French) and Asian interiors, the restaurant – with its bistro chairs and Papillon lamps – is a real eye-catcher. But all this is not meant to distract from the food, which is truly excellent: kimchi (of course), homemade Mandu dumplings, savory Korean pajeon pancakes, pak choi, and marinated spare ribs dominate the menu. Of course, there are also classics like ramyun, a Korean noodle soup with egg, and bibimbap, available in a sizzling bowl. Coréen is an offshoot of Charlottenburg’s Hanok, which is a popular spot for classic Korean BBQ, so their take on a BBQ bibimbap is a must. Coréen is well worth the visit, for both the design and the delicious meal. (Text: Katie Burton / Photos: Johanna Rademacher–Flesland & Coreen)
