Buk Chon Korean Cuisine sits on Chestnut Street in Old City, run by husband-and-wife team Chris and Alicia. The name comes from Buk Chon, Seoul's oldest neighborhood and a symbol of Korea's culinary history — a nod they felt fit naturally with Old City's own historic streets. The couple spent years living and working across cities including Seoul, Los Angeles, and Qingdao before settling in Philadelphia to open the restaurant.
Regulars point to friendly service and a convenient location, and many describe the food and atmosphere as reliably good. Others report a more uneven experience, with quality and authenticity varying from visit to visit — a split that shows up often enough to be part of the place's reputation.
Regulars point to friendly service and a convenient location, and many describe the food and atmosphere as reliably good. Others report a more uneven experience, with quality and authenticity varying from visit to visit — a split that shows up often enough to be part of the place's reputation.