Do we really need more kimbap joints in town? My answer to that is always “yes”.
Opened by the folks behind Onggi and Sotpot is Sotbox, a Korean street food kiosk specialising in kimbap with a creative twist.
All three concepts are conveniently housed in Suntec City, so you’ll be able to get your fix of Korean gomtang, sotbap (pot rice) and kimbap all in one place.
Although there is very limited seating (no tables), the shop mainly operates as a takeaway joint, so you’re better off getting your food to go.
Even then, you might find yourself feeling spoilt for choice, given the exciting array of kimbap options available.
For something different, consider trying the Chungmu Kimbap (S$11.90), a Busan specialty that’s made with just rice, paired with an excellent squid and radish kimchi that was fresh, tangy, and frankly speaking, very authentic-tasting.
Fans of inari sushi will also probably enjoy the Yububap (from S$2.50) — rice and toppings encased in sweet dried tofu skin.
As for the “regular” kimbap we’re all too familiar with, flavours range from the original Classy Classic (S$8.90), loaded with eggs, carrots, cucumber, radish, and ham, to fun options like Nutty Cream Cheese (S$12.90) and Porky-Bulgo Go Go (S$10.90).
If you, like me, stray away from eating large portions of rice, go for the Kkoma (from S$1.90), mini rice rolls with fillings like tuna mayo, ham and cheese, fried kimchi, and even cream cheese with walnuts.
Aside from being wallet-friendly, I liked how much more compact the ingredients were. You could also order several flavours of kkoma to try if it’s a full meal you’re after.
Alternatively, go for the keto-friendly kimbap (from S$11.90), which subsitutes rice with shredded egg.
Regardless of which kimbap you opt for, pair it with your preferred sauce, of which there are four to choose from.
Don’t be deceived by the K-Mustard Signature (S$1), which unexpectedly packed a ton of pungent heat. Similarly, the Honey Mustard (S$1) that you might just mistake for lemon curd, was way too sweet for my liking.
Instead, you’re better off sticking to the classics: Sesame-Soy Sauce (S$1) and Cream Mayo (S$1).
As for Gansik (sides), Sotbox sells Fried Mandoo (S$5.90), Chicken Gangjeong (S$7.90), and interestingly enough, Fried Eomuk (S$2.90), or fried fishcake strips. They were equal parts crispy and chewy, especially when eaten fresh out of the fryer, and proved really addictive.
Seriously, I could not stop.
Last but not least, you’re encouraged to wash everything down with a cup of clear Pork (S$2.40) or Beef Gomtang (S$2.90) from Onggii. We’d recommend the latter, as not only was it clean-tasting and incredibly comforting, but it possessed a complex depth of flavour the pork version lacked.
To make things more value-for-money, go for one of the set meals. For instance, the Kkoma Kimbap Set Meal (S$11.50) gets you a portion of kimbap, alongside fried eomuk, sauce, and your choice of gomtang.
Will you be swinging by Sotbox for your kimbap fix?
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📍3 Temasek Blvd, #B1-157 Suntec City, Singapore 038983
🕐 11am–7pm (Mon to Sat), Closed on Sun
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Photos by Christabel Tan
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