Just opened at 81 Harvard Ave. in Allston is Kimchipapi Kitchen, a casual joint serving up a limited menu of Korean- and Japanese-inflected items.
The sole entrée is the Glory Bowl, a base of rice, greens or kale noodles, plus protein, sauce and topping; it comes with a choice of five banchan, the traditional small Korean side dishes. Appetizers make up the rest of the menu and include Korean-style pancake, gyoza, and fried octopus.
Head chef and Allston local, Joon Son (nickname: Kimchipapi), told Eater Boston he intends to extend the hours at some point to include late nights and lunch, with new menu choices to match.
Kimchipapi Kitchen has a perfect five-star rating from its first three Yelp reviews.
Harold P., who was the first Yelper to review the new spot on May 26, said, "Good stuff. Spicy mayo with salmon is too good of a combo. Top it with nori, avocado, and corn and you've got yourself a winner."
Em R. added, "I definitely appreciate the kale noodle option in addition to rice and veggies. Considering the location, portion size and topping selection, the price point was on par ($8). I would definitely come back and bring friends over."
Interested? Stop by to welcome the new business to the neighborhood. Kimchipapi Kitchen is open from noon-10 p.m. daily.
