Jin Dal Lae Korean Restaurant
647 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M6G 1L1, Canada
Phone: (416) 530-6974
Website: https://jindallaekoreanrestaurant.shop/
Jin Dal Lae Korean Restaurant in Toronto is a 4.5-star restaurant with 1,090 Google reviews, known for Pork Bone Soup (Gamjatang) and Seafood Pancake (Haemul Pajeon).
Why we love it
- Korean with authentic mainland influence
- Located near Near Bloor St W and Palmerston Blvd
- Family-owned, huge portions, reasonable prices
- Casual dining with often busy atmosphere
- Korean with authentic mainland influence
- Located near Near Bloor St W and Palmerston Blvd
- Family-owned, huge portions, reasonable prices
- Casual dining with often busy atmosphere
What to Order
Pork Bone Soup (Gamjatang)
This hearty soup is a standout, known for its deep, unique flavor and generous portions of meat.
"This was the star of the show. It had a really unique, deep flavor that stands out from other places. The portion size was massive—they definitely don’t skimp on the meat!"
Alice Kwan
Seafood Pancake (Haemul Pajeon)
A perfectly fried and crisp pancake, generously filled with a balanced mix of shrimp, squid, and vegetables.
"The haemul pajeon was especially divine and my favorite, perfectly fried and crisp, filled with a good balance of shrimp, squid and veggies."
Vel
Jjajangmyeon
A delicious and filling noodle dish served in a huge bowl, praised as the best in town by some.
"The jjajangmyeon was also delicious, and came in a huge bowl so it was super filling"
Vel
Pork and Squid Stir Fry
A perfectly spicy, super garlicky, and savory stir-fry that comes highly recommended.
"I got the pork and squid stir fry and it was perfectly spicy, super garlicky and savory, and the banchan selection was also excellent (the fermented radish was my favorite)."
Andrew Sasala
Banchan (Side Dishes)
A great mix of fresh, perfectly seasoned vegetable side dishes that complement any meal.
"They provide a great mix of vegetable side dishes that were all fresh and seasoned perfectly."
Alice Kwan
Inside Scoop
- Expect a wait, especially during peak hours and weekends; it's a small, popular spot.
- Portions are very generous, offering great value for the price.
- Service can be slow and sometimes perceived as unfriendly when busy, particularly with banchan refills.
- Don't come for the atmosphere; the focus is entirely on the authentic and delicious food.
- Be aware that some dishes might include ketchup, which some find detracts from authenticity.