01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
From crisp chicken glazed in sweet-spicy yangnyeom sauce to bubbling pots of jjigae, Suja-ya in Bunkyo Ward's Hon-Komagome is a dependable stop for casual Korean cooking. The signature chicken comes in several varieties—including yangnyeom, plain fried, soy garlic, and fiery mala—and can be ordered in portions from 2 pieces to half or whole birds. The juicy yangnyeom chicken, coated in a well-balanced sauce, is a popular pick whether ordered as a main meal or packed up to take home.
The extensive lineup of soups and set meals is another draw. Sundubu jjigae pairs deep umami with spicy heat, while rich yukgaejang makes a warming companion for a bowl of rice. For lunch from the hot plate, diners can also choose aromatic bulgogi or maneul samgyeopsal (garlic pork belly) sets.
For a quick snack or street-food craving, the stretchy potato mozzarella hotdogs, regular mozzarella hotdogs, and glass-noodle-stuffed gimmari are well worth ordering. Beyond dining in, the shop offers bento boxes for takeout and delivery, making it easy to enjoy straightforward Korean meals on any schedule.
