Fusion restaurant offers Yongsan delectable delights

By Cpl. Samuel Han (IMCOM)March 13, 2012

Fusion restaurant offers Yongsan delectable delights
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YONGSAN GARRISON, Republic of Korea -- When people are away from home, there are countless things that they may miss about their native land. Obvious aspects include family, friends, and neighborhoods. However, it also includes little things such as the way houses are aligned, the smell of the ground, and the sounds of the environment. Another crucial thing that we tend to miss about home is the food.

With this in mind, I set out to look for a restaurant in Korea that serves food that may be enjoyable for Servicemembers, Families, and Civilians craving for a taste of home. My first thought was to look for a place that served good hamburgers. A quick search on the web directed me to a popular burger joint named Jacoby's burger, located in the Haebangchon neighborhood within Itaewon, to the left of the Kimchi pot gate.

As the cultural center within Korea, Itaewon offers a wide selection of eateries that help the International community in Seoul experience a glimpse of home. Thus, it didn't come as a surprise that a restaurant recognized for serving great burgers would be located in Seoul's Mecca of International food.

Upon arriving, I found that the restaurant only operated during dinnertime hours. Fortunately, I was able to spot a fusion restaurant nearby named Indigo that offered sandwiches and other menu items that sounded appealing to an American palate.

Entering the restaurant, I was met with a uniquely decorated interior with a warm cozy feel. With the additional feature of free Wi-Fi, it seemed like a good setting for people to relax and enjoy a meal while studying, chatting, or reading a book.

Menu items ranged from sandwiches and pies to pasta and an assortment of desserts. The first item to come out was the Meat Pie, which was accompanied by a small salad on the side. Upon carving out a piece, hot steam gushed out revealing juicy meat filling inside the thin layers of crust. The taste and portion, however, were actually less satisfying than its appearance.

The next dish was the Chili Burger, which came in a large size (approximately three to four inches tall) with a regular serving of fries. Having a sweet flavor, it packed an unexpected twist that made it unique yet enjoyable. Due to its size and texture, however, it made a messy meal. It should be noted that it probably would make a horrible selection when eating with a date.

For the third dish, I chose to order something I had never seen before. I had heard of curry on rice and Japanese noodles, however, seeing an item called Curry Pasta perked my curiosity and compelled me to give it a try. It came in a relatively small size, but smelled and looked delicious. Its taste was pretty good and it was spicy enough that I would take small breaks between bites.

My final choice was the Chicken Quesadilla, which came with a salad and salsa. It tasted great and was a successful combination of its various ingredients. While nothing really stuck out, it was met with general satisfaction.

Aside from the food choices I had selected, Indigo also offered several sandwiches and desserts that looked good and seemed to fit an American appetite. With an average price ranging from seven to fifteen thousand won, it did seem slightly pricey for what it had to offer. However, as an overall assessment, Indigo offered decent western food, free Wi-Fi, and a comfortable setting to relax, which may be just what a person missing home is looking for.

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