Mokkori Silom

Japanese pan-fried dumplings filled with ground pork and vegetables. Crispy on the bottom and juicy inside. Served with a dipping sauce.

Boiled soybeans in the pod, lightly salted. A classic simple appetizer. Squeeze the beans out of the pods to eat.

Deep-fried squid tentacles. Crispy batter with chewy squid inside. Often served with lemon and mayonnaise.

Fresh cucumber served with moromi miso paste. A refreshing and crunchy appetizer with a savory dip.

Firefly squid, a small species of squid. Typically served boiled or marinated. Has a rich oceanic flavor.

Fermented squid guts, a traditional delicacy with a very strong, salty, and funky flavor. Best enjoyed as a nibble with sake.

Raw octopus marinated in wasabi. Slimy texture with a sharp, spicy kick. A popular izakaya appetizer.

Deep-fried sweet shrimp. Crispy enough to eat whole, including the head and shell. Savory and crunchy.

Deep-fried fish cake made from small fish ground into a paste. Has a firm, chewy texture and savory fish flavor.

Deep-fried smelt fish with roe inside. The entire fish is edible. Savory with a pleasant grainy texture from the eggs.

Salmon jerky, typically smoked and dried. Chewy with a concentrated salmon flavor. Great with alcohol.

Breaded and deep-fried fish cutlet. Crispy panko coating on the outside with soft fish inside.

Seasoned bamboo shoots. Savory and slightly crunchy. Often used as a ramen topping or side dish.

Seasoned bamboo shoots topped with green onions. Savory with a fresh onion bite.

Spicy fermented napa cabbage. A Korean staple that is tangy, spicy, and crunchy.

Stir-fried kimchi and eggs. The spice of the kimchi is mellowed by the fluffy eggs.

Thinly sliced raw onions, often served with a dressing or bonito flakes. Refreshing and crisp.

Fried chicken served with ponzu sauce. The citrusy soy sauce cuts through the richness of the fried chicken.

Braised pork belly slices topped with chopped green onions. Rich, fatty pork balanced by the fresh onions.

Curry-flavored croquette. Mashed potato mixed with curry spices, breaded, and deep-fried.

Croquette filled with mapo-style spiced meat and potato filling. A fusion of crispy texture and spicy flavor.

Japanese braised pork belly. Tender, fatty, and savory, simmered in a soy-based sauce.

Seared braised pork belly. The torching adds a smoky flavor and slightly crisps the fat.

Grilled beef tongue. Sliced thin and grilled, offering a unique chewy yet tender texture and rich beef flavor.

Classic Japanese fried chicken. Marinated thigh meat deep-fried to be crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.

Breaded deep-fried oysters. Crispy coating with a creamy, oceanic oyster inside. Usually served with tartar sauce.

Breaded deep-fried shrimp. Large prawns coated in panko breadcrumbs and fried until golden.

Breaded deep-fried squid rings or pieces. Crispy and chewy.

Breaded deep-fried meat cutlet. Savory and substantial.

Deep-fried liver. Typically pork or chicken liver, fried to give a crispy exterior and soft, rich interior.

Breaded deep-fried horse mackerel. A common Japanese home-style dish, flaky fish with a crispy crust.

Potato croquette. Mashed potatoes mixed with ground meat or vegetables, breaded, and deep-fried.

Potato croquette filled with melted cheese. Creamy, cheesy, and crispy.

Shrimp cream croquette. A creamy bechamel sauce filling with shrimp, breaded and fried.

A large, hearty croquette. 'Mokkori' implies a large mound or swelling.

Coarsely ground pork sausages. Juicy and snappy, usually served grilled.

Skin-on french fries. Rustic potato wedges or sticks, fried until golden.

Creamy baked dish with macaroni, white sauce, and cheese, browned in the oven.

Octopus balls. Batter balls filled with octopus pieces, cooked in a special mold. Topped with sauce, mayo, and bonito flakes.

Pork cutlet simmered with egg and onions in a sweet soy broth. A soupy version of katsudon without the rice.

Deep-fried octopus. Chewy octopus pieces in a crispy batter.

Spicy tofu dish with minced meat in a chili bean sauce. Soft tofu absorbs the rich, spicy flavors.

Spicy eggplant dish. Fried eggplant simmered in a spicy minced meat sauce.

Stir-fried vegetables. A mix of cabbage, carrots, bean sprouts, and onions seasoned with soy sauce and pepper.

Stir-fried bean sprouts. Crunchy and simple, seasoned lightly.

Stir-fried liver and garlic chives. A stamina dish with savory, iron-rich liver and aromatic chives.

Stir-fried pork and garlic chives. Savory pork slices cooked with fragrant chives.

Eggplant stir-fried with miso. The eggplant becomes tender and absorbs the sweet and savory miso sauce.

Stir-fried garlic chives and fluffy eggs. A simple, savory combination.

Oysters and eggs, likely stir-fried or in a soup. Rich oyster flavor with soft eggs.

Stir-fried eggs and wood ear mushrooms. Offers a nice contrast between fluffy eggs and crunchy mushrooms.

Stir-fried pork and kimchi. Spicy, savory, and popular with rice or beer.

Breaded deep-fried ham cutlet. A thick slice of ham coated in panko. Salty and crispy.

Fresh vegetable salad. Mixed greens and vegetables with dressing.

Salad topped with slices of braised pork (chashu). Adds a savory, meaty element to fresh greens.

Salad topped with grilled chicken skewers (yakitori). Smoky chicken pairs well with crisp vegetables.

Salad featuring seasoned boiled eggs (ajitama). The eggs have a savory soy flavor and creamy yolk.

Salad topped with grilled meat (yakiniku). Savory and filling.

Salad topped with ginger pork (shogayaki). The sweet and spicy ginger sauce acts as a dressing.

A premium bento box featuring a variety of the chef's specialties. Served with rice and sides.

Bento box with braised pork belly slices. Served with rice and pickles.

Bento box featuring a Japanese-style hamburger steak. Savory meat patty served with sauce and rice.

Bento box with breaded deep-fried oysters. Crispy seafood served with rice.

Bento box featuring grilled beef tongue. Served with rice and side dishes.

Bento box with Japanese fried chicken. Crispy, juicy chicken served with rice.

Bento box with breaded fried horse mackerel. Served with rice and sauce.

Bento box featuring potato croquettes. Served with rice.

Bento box with grilled chicken skewers. Sweet and savory glazed chicken on rice.

Bento box with grilled meat (yakiniku). Flavorful meat served with rice.

Bento box with stir-fried liver and garlic chives. A stamina-boosting meal with rice.

Bento box with stir-fried pork and kimchi. Spicy and appetizing, served with rice.

Bento box featuring pan-fried dumplings. Served with rice and dipping sauce.

Dessert featuring melon, likely with ice cream or jelly.

Traditional Japanese dessert with agar jelly cubes, sweet bean paste, and fruit.

Green tea flavored dessert.

Citrus sorbet made from yuzu fruit. Refreshing and tart.

Cup of ice cream.