Mr. Ahn's Craft Makgeolli
Pouring the house made makkeoli
Verdict: Run
Type: Makkeoli Bar and Small Bites
Location: Seoul, South Korea (Itaewon)
Interior dining area
Must Try Items: Beef tartare, house made makkeoli
Cost: 87,000 KRW for 1 bottle of rice wine and 2 small dishes
Comments:
Mr. Ahn's Craft Makgeolli presented an aesthetic charm, offering us an opportunity to visit after a waitlist opening at day's end, hidden from the main street, creating a sense of discovery.
The highlight was their house-made makgeolli, served in a striking ceramic bottle featuring the Namsan Tower silhouette, exemplifying a fusion of tradition and artistry.
Custom ceramics
Charts on multiple pages explaining how their selection differs
Beef tartare
Powdered butter on top of squid ink sauce + grilled squid
The accompanying food enhanced the experience; notably, the tartar and the stuffed squid stood out for their exceptional flavors, paired with squid ink sauce and powdered butter.
While the pricing leaned towards the higher end, the quality of the food, the unique makgeolli, and the meticulously curated ambiance justified the cost.
Intriguing details like door handles shaped after traditional Korean motifs and tasteful flower arrangements underscored the establishment's dedication to a culturally immersive and aesthetic dining experience.
The combination of exquisite makgeolli, gourmet appetizers, and thoughtful decor would make me eager to return to Mr. Ahn's Craft Makgeolli for another refined experience.
Door handle inspired by the Dol Harubang in Jeju
Flowers
Cheers!
Entrance