Mapo 88

Queenstown’s CBD has a new hot spot. Nestled on Searle Lane, MAPO88 offers a contemporary setting to sample traditional Korean flavours. The name “88” – representing luck and prosperity in Eastern culture – embodies the comforting and fulfilling nature of this vibrant Korean eatery.

Start with their tapas-style dishes. Pack an international punch with extensive options like crispy fried squid, fried pork dumplings and Eumulleong dakganjeong; battered crispy chicken bites with sweet and spicy sauce. Street food faves, Tteokbokki topped with a boiled egg, or ramyun – kimchi vers Kimbap as well as the traditional variety. Kimchi, squid, tofu or pork – it's all good in a stew, and Mapo88 has perfected soup pot offerings.

For more hearty meals, go for the iconic dolsot bibimbap – veggies and egg with rice served in a sizzling hot pot, choose between beef, tofu or spicy chicken when it comes to their rice served with bibimbap-style garnish and complete your delicious Korean feast with a plate of spicy stir-fried squid some ramyun noodles and a Korean beer on the side.

Prepare yourself for a dining experience in modern Korean culinary culture. Be immersed in the country’s vibrant and full of variety cuisine at Mapo 88, a local eatery designed around the traditional flavours and Korean way of dining, all whilst sipping Korean beers and soju over a beautiful meal.