Listing of the top meals and restaurants showcased on Loose Meals. Ratings of the most enticing experiences with the most beautiful and delectable meals.
Created by - Kamran Darugar
(9.6/10) - Fresh fish from Seoul's largest fish market - Noryangjin. Tried an assortment of local korean fish and also had sea snail, sea cucumber, and live octopus. Was a great experience, I went with two elder Korean men who I met on a hike at Ingwansan mountain. One was a colonel in the military for over 30 years and the other was the colonel's helicopter pilot who turned investment banker for KIC. Truthfully the fish and seafood were delectable.
Noryangjin Assorted Fish & Crab Soup
(9.0/10) - Juicy Ribeye prime steak shaped like the USA at Qpot in Evergreen. Great meal, succulent and tender meat. Great cuts of meat here, only for 31.99$ per person. They have a sauce section as well which is fantastic. You can get hot pot as well for another 5$.
Qpot
(9.2/10) - Tacos at 2 AM near Tecnológico de Monterrey. Carne de res tacos. Super delicious and satisfying. Went with my friend who was my roommate in South Korea. This is a local spot near the university and was bustling. Quality meal, the meat was tender and juicy, the salsas had depth and heat. Can't go wrong with this meal.
Taquería Orinoco ( TEC )
(9.4/10) - Spicy Beef Pho and Chicken Katsu at PhoBo. For only 10500 Won (7.75$) you get fresh, crispy chicken cutlet with a tangy umami dipping sauce, some cabbage with sauce, and pickled veggies. You also get a whole bowl of spicy beef pho, which has a very fresh and herbal taste due to the various herbs and vegetable roots used. This is a classic spot for students as it is affordable, delicious, and has portions enough for two meals.
PhoBo
(9.2/10) - Bakhtiari Kabob Plate. Delicious fresh minced mutton kabob with a succulent chicken Kabob. Located right outside of the main entrance of Sungkyunkwan University, this Persian restaurant is always busy. The chef is well renowned and has been featured on many culinary shows in Korea. Great service and hospitality, the Persian owner would speak Farsi to me and give me extra rice, fresh bread, and let me try special stews.
Persian Palace
(9.4/10) - Custom made cereal-infused ice cream milkshake. Inside one of the most classic streetwear stores, Kith, this milkshake is a great treat for a day out in West LA. Great flavor and texture ice cream.
Kith Treats
(9.6/10) - Tomahawk Steak 40 Oz. Cooked to a prime medium rare, juicy and tender. Served with the enormous bone, it was a wonderful plating. It felt luxury yet primal, which entices one even more. Nice ambiance, located in Palo Alto.
Teleferic
(9.5/10) - Pulpo Teleferic - Fresh Galician octopus served with truffle oil & pimentón potato purée. Tender and succulent octopus meat with a delicate sauce.
Teleferic Barcelona
(9.2/10) - One of California's best burger joints, In-N-Out serves up classic burgers with only the freshest ingredients. Consistent quality and taste, this burger never seems to disappoint. The texture and taste of the juicy beef with melty cheese and crunchy yellow chilis makes for a perfect bite. If you grew up in California, In-N-Out has a special place in your heart.
In-N-Out
(9.0/10) - Rare Steak with Brisket Pho and Sunshine Roll. Heart warming beef broth with juicy pieces of beef and light noodles. Fragrant herbs and spices with a delicate and enticing sushi roll. Located in 4s Commons, this small restaurant serves wonderful pho and sushi.
Sea Salt Pho & Sushi
(9.5/10) - Delicious Somali food, tender beef and exotic spices. Beef Suqaar served with Injera, the Injera was spongey and light yet had a great bite. Fresh complimentary tea served with your meal, this restaurant makes you feel like at a family members house. Great quality ingredients and specialty dishes.
Jubba Restaurant
(9.2/10) - Crispy and meaty taquitos, fresh salsa verde on top. Great appetizer to share, the tender meat and crunchy shell makes this meal fantastic. Located in UTC, this restaurant has a beautiful ambiance and tasty food.
Javiers
Beef Shawarma (10/10) - Best New York Falafel and Shawarma near NYU. Amazing quality and firey hot sauce - Mamouns Falafel 🌯🗽🌃 @mamounsfalafel
Mamoun's
One of Maui's top restaurants, Merrimans was a wonderful experience. (9.7/10) - Boasting a beautiful ambiance and view of the Maui ocean horizon, Merrimans captivated the eye. The multi-course meal was fantastic, there was fresh ahi tuna, delectable sides, and fresh steak.
Merrimans
Delicious ice cream with a light and airy nutella stuffed waffle fish (takayaki). (9.4/10) - Located across California, this dessert is bringing people from all over to try. They pair the ice cream with toppings and a warm filling of your choice.
Somi Somi
Fresh salmon with the best teriyaki sauce over a bed of rice. (10/10) - One of my favorite meals, when asked "What would you eat as a last meal?" I would respond with this delicious plate. A classic meal since childhood, this is one of the best meals in San Diego. A beautiful environment at Balboa Park with a view of the Japanese Tea Garden.
Japanese Tea Garden
Some of the best hot dogs, The Stand packs their dogs with high quality meat and fresh ingredients. (8.8/10) - Great flavor profiles and gourmet style, these hot dogs were everything you want in a hot dog.
The Stand
This green curry was fragrant and herbal. (9.5/10) - It had perfect notes of thai basil and spice which complimented the chicken. On the Sky Deck in Del Mar, this restaurant has a great ambiance and beautiful plating.
Kiin Thai
On the bustling streets of Tijuana, this taco shop was serving fresh prime quality tacos. (9.3/10) - Spitfire roasted meats, this taco shop sliced the meats over the fire onto your tortilla. The fresh guacamole was amazing and the salsas hit the spot.
TJ Tacos
One of the primest meals of my life, this udon was an authentic and immersive experience. (9.8/10) - Delightful broth with succulent shrimp tempura and fresh ingredients. You sat down without chairs on low tables and ate the most delicious udon. In the heart of Dotonbori next to the river, this meal was a memory you cherish for the rest of your life.
Udon
Delightful mango cake with fresh cream and fruit. (9.1/10) - Located in Santana Row, this bakery is a little gem with amazing rare desserts. High quality ingredients and fresh batches.
Cocola Bakery
Crazy quality and tasty ice cream, infused with various cereals. (9.6/10) - This ice cream was a great dessert in SoHo. One of my favorite places to go in NYC for a look at the exotic shoes/clothes and to get a bite of some crazy treats.
Kith Treats
San Diego local spot, some of the best chicken wings around. (9.3/10) - Classic spot on a gameday, the chicken is juicy and crispy while the sauce is spicy and mouthwatering. Fresh breadsticks to pair with the wing sauce seals the deal.
Wings N Things
Fairfax gem, Sweet Chick serves some of the best chicken waffles known to humans. The various seasonings and crispy batter make it amazing, however the chicken is the star of the show. The juiciest and most succulent chicken I have ever eaten, it seriously was a life changing experience. The waffles were fresh and light with notes of cinammon. They pair it with housemade butters, berry butter, herbal butter, and honey nut butter.
Sweet Chick
(9.3/10) - Juicy and crispy chicken with buttery Texas toast. A treat to have, Raising Canes combo always hits the spot. The waffle fries and crispy chicken are fresh and hot. Open til late, Raising Canes is the perfect place to grab late night grub with some friends.
Sweet Chick
(9.1/10) - Lobster Enchilada, with Crab stuffed pepper and shrimp taco. Beautiful presentation with fresh classic flavors. Sweet and meaty lobster, fresh crab, and rock shrimp taco. Great location with an enticing ambiance, Javier's is the place to be on a date night
Javiers