Mattna Kamjatang (맛나 감자탕): Heart-Warming Kamjatang From Busan Korea to Manila (BF Homes Parañaque)

This is my second time to travel all the way south to BF Homes Parañaque.  I've long heard of its being the Korean Food Capital in the Metro (aside from my home town Malate that is).   My long journey has led me to discover Mattna Kamjatang (맛나 감자탕).  This is a famous restaurant in Busan Korea.

It's a big place with a glass windows.  It even has a big parking space.  BUT! Finding it is a bit of a challenge.  It can't be found in google maps or waze.  I've asked many residents, tricycle drivers etc. in the area and they have never heard of Mattna Kamjatang.  And, the reason why is their signage...
See that small wooden sign inside the window?  It's not visually noticeable during broad daylight and I'd bet more so at night.  It also has an intimidating big wooden door.  

After pushing my way in, I was astounded by how big it is.  There were a lot of servers who welcomed me and I was quickly ushered to a table.


Table has their customized utensil and napkin holder as well as the menu.

Food

♥ Complimentary Ban Chan

For Complimentary Ban Chan, they served Baechu Kimchi(spicy fermented cabbage),Danmuji (spicy radish), Ganja Jorim (glazed baby potato) and Dububuchim (spicy pan-fried tofu).  This is one the best banchan set I've ever had.  Everything is so good I didn't want to leave anything behind.


This is already on the table so I couldn't help but be intrigued what the Kamjatang is all about.  While waiting for my order, I googled the Kamjatang and found out that it is a potato stew.

♥ Kam Ja Tang Pyo He Jang Kuk (320 php)

I was expecting potato stew but the Kam Ja Tang turned out to be be more than that. 

♥ Kam Ja Tang Pyo He Jang Kuk (320 php)

The Kam Ja Tang has a big chunk of pork neck, perilla leaves, bean sprouts, potato slices and glass noodle.  It's appetizingly spicy but not overpowering the other ingredients.  I loved it!  This is one of the best Tang or Korean Stew I've ever had.  I find it to be heart-warming and soulful.  This is perfect for the rainy weather.

♥ Bukum Bap (150 php)

The Bukum Bap is not like thekorean fried rice dishes that I have encountered in the past.  

The staff will cook this infront of you.  And, they will use the broth of the Kam Ja Tang and mix it with what's already served on the pot.  This is so good!  One of the best I've had too!

Andy's Delight (10 php/piece)

The Andy's Delight is a pastry with nuts and buttermilk.  I brought this home for the family and they enjoyed it.


Tsinoy Foodies Verdict
Mattna Kamjatang (맛나 감자탕) is one of the best authentic Korean restaurants I've tried.  They definitely have the best stews!  I highly recommend this.  The staffs are so nice too.