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Kko Kko Nara @Tanjong Pagar

Tanjong Pagar road has turned into an enclave of popular Korean restaurants. Most of them serve various renditions of Korean fried chicken and watermelon soju. Kko Kko Nara is a typical family-style Korean restaurant which offers typical Korean fare and a variety of Korean fried chicken. Owner Ms Eon Lee, is a self-taught Korean cook who spent 6 months perfecting her fried chicken recipe before opening the restaurant in 2008.

Bu Dae Jji Gae: Reputably known as the Army Stew or Kimchi Stew, this hotpot consists of spam, sausages, mushroom, Korean rice cake, tofu, kimchi and a mixture of vegetables. The dish was created as a cheap solution to warm the body and fill the tummy on cold winter months. The flavours are contrastingly spicy, salty and tangy, keeps you wanting more. Garlic Chicken Wings: Chicken wings marinated with garlic and soya sauce, they were surprisingly tasty and well-cooked. The skin is crispy and glazed, while the meat is tender and well-seasoned. One of the best fried chicken wings I’ve had so far!Mini Fishcake soup:  Tasty rectangular fish cakes in soya sauce soup, constantly kept warm. Steaming hot soup is the perfect solution to a chilly weather.

During my research for this restaurant, I came across several negative reviews by several bloggers. It made me realise that we should always be open-minded when reading food reviews. Take a look at the publish date and keep in mind that standards can drop or get better over time. Chefs have their off-days too. In the end, always give the place a try yourself before making the judgement.

Kko Kko Na Ra Chicken & Food
68 Tanjong Pagar Road
Singapore 088489

Opening Hours:
Mon-Sat: 12pm-3pm, 6pm-3am
Sun: 6pm-3am