New in town: Waiting in hell for this Korean grilled chicken

On June 5, get ready for a culinary clash between heaven and hell as Song Gye Ok opens its first store in Telok Ayer, serving its renowned grilled chicken.

“Waiting in Hell, Tasting in Heaven” – Song Gye Ok’s tagline – pretty much sums up your experience at their Korean outlets. As Korea’s first and most famous restaurant serving cuts of grilled chicken, their Jamsil, Hongdae and Seongsu branches are packed with Koreans and foreigners alike – thus the hellish lines suffered by all restaurant goers.

But with Song Gye Ok’s opening in Singapore, you’ll be able to catch a bite of their speciality cuts without tearing a hole in your vacation days.

Just look at this amazing spread: the Assorted Grilled Chicken Platter (boneless chicken neck fillet, chicken gizzard, chicken heart, chicken breast softbone, chicken thigh, and chicken tenders). If you’re spoilt for choice for your first time there, why not try all their iconic cuts at once? And don’t worry if you can’t be trusted with an open flame, because Song Gye Ok’s expert chefs will help you grill the chicken to perfect smoky goodness.

Suppose these different textures are still not enough to pique your curiosity. In that case, you’ll definitely be satisfied with the various sauces they offer: from Yuzu Chilli to Sriracha Mayo and traditional Soy Sauce. The chefs will advise you on the best combinations for each cut and sauce!

Credit – MODU SingaporeWhat’s more, you’ll be able to try an exclusive rendition of Samgyetang from speciality restaurant MODU at Song Gye Ok: the Truffle Samgyetang. The classic ginseng chicken soup is brought to a new tasting experience with the scent of truffles, offering a warm, hearty delight to pamper your taste buds.

Another SG-exclusive dish is the Kalguksu, or knife-cut noodles. The collagen-rich chicken broth and springy handmade noodles are paired with Song Gye Ok’s tangy aged kimchi for the perfect balance. 

If you’re not hungry by now, I’d say you’re superhuman. But for those of us on the edge of our seats for the opening of Song Gye Ok, remember to set a reminder for 5 June before you’re stuck waiting in hell!