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Goong

Restaurant

๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ The place is very near to the main road (Chabruma street) but it can be a challenge to find it in the evening or after dark as there is no big signboard and usually when the gate is open, the only small signboard is not visible. Sitting arrangement is under a big shed with no walls and a garden like... People often mention Korean, authentic, good, dishes, kimchi, service,


Address

6 Ruhide Rd, Ada Estate, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Contact

+255 656 861 590

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (138 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: 12 to 2:30โ€ฏPM, 6 to 10โ€ฏPM
  • Thursday: 12 to 2:30โ€ฏPM, 6 to 10โ€ฏPM
  • Friday: 12 to 2:30โ€ฏPM, 6 to 10โ€ฏPM
  • Saturday: 12 to 2:30โ€ฏPM, 6 to 10โ€ฏPM
  • Sunday: 12 to 2:30โ€ฏPM, 6 to 10โ€ฏPM
  • Monday: 12 to 2:30โ€ฏPM, 6 to 10โ€ฏPM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: Korean (21) authentic (8) good (7) dishes (7) kimchi (6) service (6)
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  • 5/5 Pragna Jui C. 1 year ago on Google โ€ข 304 reviews
    The place is very near to the main road (Chabruma street) but it can be a challenge to find it in the evening or after dark as there is no big signboard and usually when the gate is open, the only small signboard is not visible. Sitting arrangement is under a big shed with no walls and a garden like space in front. It's airy and comfy. The food is good, especially i liked the Mul Naengmyeon and topokki. Kimchi was the best so far i had in Dar. Food is on the expensive side. Staff are cordial. Good place to come once in a while but not for everyday meal. Bring your special friends, guests or colleagues for office dinner. Would go back again.
    9 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 nanafai 1 year ago on Google โ€ข 73 reviews
    Delicious Korean restaurant I never imagined I could taste original Kimchi in Dar es salaam! Food was authentic and the portions were generous. One thing they need to improve is on the workers, they were kind but made a few small mistakes like missing orders (Be sure to bring cash though because they don't accept cards unfortunately.. )
    5 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Yanik C. 2 years ago on Google โ€ข 110 reviews
    Regarding korean food, it is probably as good as it gets so far from home. The presentation of the food is very pretty (as you would expect from a korean restaurant). The kimchi was delicious and felt very authentic; additionally they serve soju too. I found the beef a bit om the sweeter side, but still delicious. To note: the venue is hidden in a little side street and behind a sheet metal door. Also, it is outside (under permanent wooden / straw roofing, but no walls) - I found it charming, but other people might not.
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Writer S. 2 years ago on Google โ€ข 61 reviews
    One of the Korean restaurants in Masaki. I strongly recommend โ€œBossamโ€, boiled pork with Kimchi and โ€œGochujang Samgyeopsalโ€, spicy grilled pork. Those make anyone be not able to help ordering Soju, Korean vodka.
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Dominic F. 11 months ago on Google โ€ข 92 reviews
    Love it, this is a place quite unique and opens a window into the Korean Cuisine. The dishes are consistent and very good service. Very few publicity but it has a very loyal clientele which I believe is the oldest Korean Restaurant in Dar Es Salaam. The dishes are reasonably priced. They have changed to a new location. It is more spacious and ambience have changed to better. All the best to the Goong team
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Nikolay K. 4 months ago on Google
    The place is great but it is closed!! When do you reopen??
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Eliya J. 1 year ago on Google
    A nice place with delicious Korean food! ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿ’ช
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Sadashiv N. 1 year ago on Google โ€ข 104 reviews
    Goong is a lovely Korean restaurant in Ada Estate. We loved the food and the service. I believe we had Kimchi Jiggae (kimchi stew pork) and Beef Bulgogi with vegetables. They also gave us a side plate of kimchi and other veggies. Everything was delicious! I haven't tasted this good kimchi in Tanzania. The portion sizes were also quite big - the two of us had a tough time finishing everything and had to pack the rest. The food is moderately expensive but is slightly cheaper than the other Korean place in Dar, though (Seoul Garden). But it is great value for money, given the portion sizes! The staff were friendly, and knew the details of the menu well. The service was very prompt - we got our food within 15 minutes of ordering. The atmosphere is pretty chilled out, too. It is outdoor seating in the backyard of a large house. If you're going for dinner, keep mosquito repellent ready! It is very conveniently located too. Although the road around gets quite dark and is located in a residential plot, the sign outside is helpful (and Google Maps' location is accurate). I am a big fan of Korean Gimbap, which unfortunately wasn't there on the menu. I hope you could introduce it too, if possible!

  • 4/5 Mayur N. 1 year ago on Google โ€ข 79 reviews
    Best authentic Korean food Don't forget to try Sake ๐Ÿ™‚ No veg options ๐Ÿคช

  • 5/5 Alexander M. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent and Authentic culinary experience in Dar. The service was good but the food is the star of the show. Love the kimchi, the potato noodles is a good vegy option and all the meat dishes were amazing.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Donski1964 B. 3 years ago on Google
    Good Korean food. Caters mostly to Korean tastes. So, many spicy dishes. But also many non spicy dishes.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 ๊ณ ์„ธํ›ˆ 4 years ago on Google
    It was very nice.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Juanita A. 2 years ago on Google
    Delicious Korean cuisine. Their beef 'Bulgogi' and the kimchi are always winners for me. If you're a foodie who likes trying out different tastes from around the world, step into this restaurant for authentic Korean foods...and soju... Great service too...
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Truth 4 years ago on Google
    If you are Korean, please come.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Dylan L. 11 months ago on Google โ€ข 48 reviews
    Delicious food, very authentic, by the way, where do you guys buy the rice? That sticky rice taste really unbelievable, never had that in town.

  • 5/5 G Pe B. 2 months ago on Google โ€ข 12 reviews New
    First I called on the phone to ask about the marinate crab (ganjang gejang) We could not really understand each other so we ended up yelling at each other on the phone which was hilarious. But at the time they did not have the dish I wanted, but I could tell by the way the man shouted at me on the phone that the food here must be INCREDIBLE! ๐Ÿ˜‚ I said โ€œwe have to eat here!!โ€ So we waited a couple days and then went. They had the marinated crab dish I was longing for and it did not disappoint! Fresh, buttery raw crab in soy sauce with chillies and fresh herbs. Melt in your mouth! We ordered the marinated bbq beef which was cooked perfectly, tender and juicy with a slight char on a bed of scallion salad. We also ordered the kimchijiggae and was very tasty and the tofu fresh. The banchan is very good as well. All the flavors are very authentic, loved to see a very well functioning, clean kitchen that was efficient and dishes came dressed beautifully and fast. Cheers to the chef and back of house staff! Waitstaff are not as efficient and are forgetful but friendly.

  • 4/5 Shaun L. 4 years ago on Google
    think they've changed their recipe, it tastes so much better now

  • 5/5 Theo P. 1 year ago on Google
    Delicious Korean food! Highly recommended

  • 5/5 Yusuf Tarmal K. 1 year ago on Google
    Quick service and lovely food.

  • 5/5 Joan Radina S. 3 years ago on Google
    The most authentic Korean Restaurant in Dar. The building is a bit rundown but not an issue for me, the food is simply great.

  • 5/5 GoPro G. 2 years ago on Google
    Awesome food ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป Great Service

  • 5/5 Ashley-Marie W. 1 year ago on Google โ€ข 5 reviews
    So glad this place exists. When I visit Dar, this is the ONLY Korean Restaurant I visit. The menu is simple and everything you would expect if youโ€™re used to eating Korean Cuisine. And the side dishes are DELICIOUSLY authentic!

  • 5/5 Burke F. 2 years ago on Google
    Really great Korean food.

  • 4/5 Jake L. 2 years ago on Google
    I think it's better than Seoul Garden. On taste of the food only, of course.

  • 3/5 Hiren P. 2 years ago on Google
    The only Korean restaurant I know about. Pretty decent!


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • โœ“๏ธ Credit cards
    • โœ“๏ธ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • โœ“๏ธ Beer
    • โœ“๏ธ Alcohol
    • โœ“๏ธ Small plates
  • Dining options
    • โœ“๏ธ Lunch
    • โœ“๏ธ Dinner
    • โœ“๏ธ Seating
  • Service options
    • โœ“๏ธ Dine-in
    • โœ“๏ธ Delivery
    • โœ“๏ธ Takeaway
    • โœ“๏ธ Outdoor seating

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