So we had heard quite a few good things about a Korean Jok Bal place in Woodridge, a 'Tasty Rumour', if you would. So when Dr L asked where we were going for our week day date night last week, I suggested we take the drive out to try it for once and for all.
We made a reservation on the basis that it would be full given how many favourable reviews we had read, but were surprised that other than us, there was only one other table that evening.
Dr L was mildly surprised to find the menu to be an all pork menu, however there were quite a few variations of pork belly, pork hock and pork trotter to choose from along with other noodle and side dishes. We ordered at the counter.
Starting off, we shared a refreshing citron soju.
Our food came our very soon after and before long our table was full. Because there was only two of us, we opted for the half and half set. Our picks for the night was the Soy Braised Pork Hock and Soy Braised Pork Belly. Sides were rice noodles and pork broth. It was also served with wrapping lettuce and some condiments.
The Jok Bal was without a doubt the best I've had in Brisbane. Flavoursome but tender, the fat had been rendered away but there was still some soft collagen between the meat tissue. Dr L really enjoyed this dish and couldn't get enough.
The pork belly wasn't as nice as the jok bal but it too wasn't too fatty, but was served steaming hot with soy and pork juices. The flavours were intense but homely at the same time, like a firm but warm hug. It went well with the lettuce wrap and the portion sizes were generous for half an half.
We hadn't had Korean Rice Noodles before, so we didn't know what to expect. It was firmer and more translucent than Chinese rice noodles with a little bit more of a brittle crunch. The soup was refreshing and the shallots on top were crisp and moreish. It's definitely a side that I would recommend coming back for.
Although the rice noodle was delicious, my favourite side was without a doubt the pork broth. I didn't know what to expect, and it was delightfully served in a teapot with two cups, but this was the richest and creamiest pork broth I have ever had. Deep and mellow it embraced my heart as it went down. Without a doubt this was made with all the bones from the pork dishes they make, it is a wonderful way to use them to make such a beautiful soup. I would return for this alone.
Overall, we had a really enjoyable time at Tasty Rumour and definitely will come back in the near future to try some more of their dishes.
Taste: 8.5/10
Value: 8/10
Service: 8/10
Environment: 8/10
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