Arirang Korean Restaurant - Not bad but for better options go to Geneva

Korean BBQ

Arirang is located opposite the Coop in St. Francois, difficult to stumble upon unless you are really looking for it. Run by a middle aged Korean lady who is very friendly. The menu offers authentic Korean dishes including the famous barbecue. Also on offer are bulgogi, kimbap, bibimbap and Paejon. I usually have the Dolsotbibimbap which is rice served in a stone bowl which is constantly cooking with meat, vegetables and an egg. To top it all off some fiery Korean chili bean paste. This is definitely not the best Korean I have ever eaten. However, they have the monopoly in Lausanne as there is no competitor. It is also not the worst Korean I have ever eaten. So if you want to try something new, I can say the taste is relatively authentic. The restaurant is a little on the pricey side.

Recommended -

Dolsot Bibimbap

Dolsotbibimbap
Kim Bap
Japchae

Average price per person - 60CHF
Rating - 2.9/5

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Red Sea - Trip Advisor's number one lives up to its expectation!

Easily bypassed on rue de la tour just after a sex shop and and African bar is a little hole in the wall Ethiopian restaurant. Enter and meet Fidel, relatively new to Lausanne, He and is wife speak very little french or english, so communication is a bit of a challenge. But a friendlier staff i have never met. He personally explains each dish to you and suggests you try a variety platter he makes for you.  Very affordable and super tasty. There are misnomers about ethiopian cuisine. It is not just grain and pulses. People eat well. Meat rich in gravies, spicy lentils, vegetables and chocolatey tasting chicken all sounds strange but its delicious!!! The food is served atop a sourdough pancake, and as you continue eating the meal the sauces soak in to the bread creating a different flavor altogether. Its also kind of romantic, as couples eat of the same plate, and get hands on with the food sharing a unique dining experience. Highly recommended to those with a little adventure.

Ask for Fidel.

Rating 5/5

Average Spend per head 25-30 CHF

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