Have you been to Yeonnam-dong yet? The newest, hippest area in Seoul, just a short walk from Hongdae. Today, I will introduce you to one of Yeonnam-dongโs trendiest restaurants and Hawaiian eatery, โSlow, Caliโ. If you like poke bowl or are simply a foodie looking for something delicious to discover, you should definitely add Slow, Cali to your list!
The Hip Area of Yeonnam-dong
Found close by to the lively area of Hongdae, Yeonnam-dong is filled with hidden gems. Think themed coffee shops, one-of-a-kind restaurants and cute pop-up stores. On the side opposite from lively Hongdae, youโll find Gyeongui Line Forest Park, a relaxing, healing forest open all year.
Slow, Cali Hawaiian Cafe
Itโs not difficult to find Slow, Cali as there is usually a huge line of people waiting outside. Slow, Cali is a small yet hugely popular Hawaiian restaurant, with poke bowl as its specialty dish. One of the reasons Slow, Cali is so popular is because of the healthy reputation of their dishes, as well as their use of fresh, high quality ingredients.
Hawaiian Poke Bowl
Poke bowl has become a huge culinary trend across the world in recent years, though the dish itself is a traditional Hawaiian delicacy. Poke bowls typically consist of raw fish, such as tune or salmon, served with rice and fresh veg โ sort of like a sashimi salad!
Slow, Cali offers several different poke bowls, ranging from fish and meat based to veggie alternatives, such as their grilled tofu poke bowl. If poke bowls arenโt your thing, there are other tasty options available, such as barbecue shrimp and colourful smoothies.
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Location and Directions
Slow, Cali Address: Floor 2, 35 Donggyo-ro 38-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul Operating Hours: 11:30am - 8:30pm everyday (3:00pm - 5:00pm breaktime) Directions: Hongik University Station (Subway Line 2, Gyeongui Jungang Line, Airport Railroad) Exit 3. Walk straight and turn right up the lane opposite GS25. Turn left and then right and walk straight until you reach road fork. Take the route on your left walk until you reach Slow, Cali on your right.
