Bibigo Bar & Dining (Soho)

• I felt out of place to say the least but what else could I do other than set aside my inhibitions and pretend as though I knew what I was meant to be doing
• The honour of being the first restaurant to witness my pathetic attempt at picking up food with chopsticks goes to 'Bibigo Bar and Dining'
• Their foray into London is a fine dining establishment which specializes in nouveau Korean cuisine
• I've never been an ambassador for Asian food to be honest but that has changed over the last year or so and I'm liking what is there on offer
• The restaurant finds a home on Great Marlborough Street just off Regent Street and near Liberty and the glass covered front and the bright green signage is not too hard to miss
• The restaurant is spread across two levels but I did not get a look at the lower level as we took our place at a table in the center of the restaurant with a view of the glass panelled kitchen
• It doesn't take away anything from the place and one side of the floor is lined with a long comfy sofa for larger groups
• Trying out a new cuisine is certainly always an exciting prospect even if what you order doesn't turn out to be what you expect
• Four starters were picked the 'crispy mandoo crust' (steamed prawn dumplings under a crispy pancake) was a great start with its fresh and simple flavours
• An 'octopus and mung bean jelly' which was too squishy for me but that's to be expected of it
• A 'grilled tofu and kimchi' which was delicious in its own vegetarianistic right and held its own
• I decided to go with seafood even though I had my eye on a couple of other dishes
• Drinks we picked out the 'Bek Se Ju' which is a rice wine and a 'Soho Somec' which is a mix of rice wine
• Both the drinks were pleasant and the Somec was fruity and airy and complemented the meal really well
• What I always look forward to when I dine out is the dessert
• Crisp meringue with gooey center and a scoop of honey ice cream drenched in a five berry syrup along with fresh strawberries
• The server requested that I create a right old mess by mixing together the various elements and I was only too happy to oblige
• The servers were efficient and friendly without being intrusive and were only too pleased to be helping out with the dishes on the menu
• It's definitely a place I would recommend with the food being fresh
• Simple and healthy with an elegant new twist
• The place is pricey however and will definitely leave your wallet a lot lighter than it was when you stepped in
• You can find the review with the photos at
• Successful people (I was a clear anomaly)
• I was lucky enough to have a Korean native amongst my group of fellow diners so we trusted him with the ordering
• Seeds drizzled with a light vinegar style dressing
• My bibimbap came with unusual vegetables
• As my friends were late he seem impatient to take orders and the manager had to come out
• The simple salad had an incredible taste or sesame and soy which was both crunchy and soft
• It was fried boneless chicken that was drenched in a tangy spicy sauce
• A classic Korean dish that was tender and came with a host of sauces to mix with
• Bibigo is in an incredible location and the atmosphere and style of the restaurant is of a very high standard
• The dishes were also presented really well and were extremely ascetically pleasing
• The staff were incredibly helpful in explaining the dishes and their recommendations were exactly as described
• The drink menu is also has a generally Korean theme
• I ordered Korean tea which is similar to Green tea but slightly more bitter
• Overall Bibigo is an incredible restaurant that has multiple dishes and an extensive menu with great tasting food
• I stubbled across Bibigo which had fantastic online reviews so was keen to get involved and do the same
• We ordered the three course menu which was at a very reasonable price of £
• Their speciality salad was crisp and I loved the added crunchy bits of a spring roll which was tossed through
• The Jjim mandoo dumplings were sensational
• Especially when there is a hit of chilli present
• The main dish I went with the Bossam
• Is slow cooked pork belly lined up on a thick charcoal coloured plate and dressed with a selection of kimchi or better known as shredded vegetables marinated in a succulent sauce
• Had to leave some room for dessert so we decided to share the two options which were a sweet Korean pancake and a waffle
• Staff were attentive and the food was pretty healthy which as you know
• Korean cuisine is new for me
• It's been so trendy lately with the Kimchi burgers
• Soho is inundated with restaurants from every cuisine imaginable
• The door at the entrance is a bit of a push
• A three course menu with a good choice of typically Korean dishes
• I was most taken with this freshly chopped salad
• As everyone knows this is the only way to get to eat everything
• Red chicken was my favourite
• Deep fried and served with pieces of perfectly cooked okra (i
• Jjim Mandoo was a potato and vegetable filled gyoza like dumpling served with a spicy soy dressing
• A typical Korean dish of rice with a mix of vegetables and Kohot sauce
• Gorgeous little disks of meringues in a strawberry flavoured cream (and ice cream) with mixed berries
• My Korean chopped salad was a refreshing and light start to the meal
• Following up this was the sticky and delicious red chicken
• Finally my main tofu bibimbap it was a little small for most people's likings
• Their dessert dishes are a great balance
• The pancakes are especially my favourite
• A close friend is heading back to Oz for a year
• For such a great location it was so refreshing to 1) be able to book a table 2) not be crammed into such a small space you end up elbowing your neighbour throughout the meal
• 13 where you start with a crunchy salad with a tasty sesame dressing
• T that good for veggie as I think there was only one option per course (one of my friends is vegetarian and so decided not to go with the set menu because of this)
• We started with the red chicken which did not disappoint
• Deep fried chicken pieces are glazed with a sweet and spicy sauce which really grows in warmth after you have finished your mouthful
• Tofu bibimbap with a fried egg
• The kohot sauce is very spicy
• We stayed chatting for a couple of hours and we were not rushed at all
• The food here is good and so if you&rsquo
• Not particularly sure this is the place to introduce someone to Korean food
• There are dishes that are big enough to fill you up to the brim without burning a hole in your pocket
• When we visited Japchae was the only decent dish I liked and I wish they'd serve it in bigger portions
• Seafood pancake was too thick for my liking
• The fried chicken was a bit too oily
• My first time was a little over a year ago in New York City
• The mixed meat dumplings were amazing as were the pork bulgogi &
• I ordered the japchae while it was in the starters section
• The quantity was substantial enough for a main course
• Especially since it was the thicker style of glass noodles
• Will definitely order in again and maybe even visit if we are close enough

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