"Located in the same strip mall as Sun Nong Dan, Seongbukdong is a quiet corner spot that’s also known for galbi jjim. But if the braised short rib stew is a heavy metal ballad at Sun Nong Dan, the balanced, complex version here is a smooth jazz tune (we say that as big Kenny G fans). They also make a spectacular version of nakji dolsot bibimbap, which arrives in a sizzling stone spot with little snippets of octopus, lots of sesame and gochujang, and a layer of crispy rice on the bottom (the smell and sound hit you as soon as it emerges from the kitchen)." - sylvio martins, brant cox, nikko duren, garrett snyder