Dae Bak Chophouse - Clarksville

Super large portions and the most beautiful family leads this small workshop. to the owner and her mother, the chef, the first time I left. the owner is plant-based and has many vegan friends. the cook is Korean and she understands English well. items can be made vegan and it is so delicious. I always stop looking for korean. the jackfruit and knödel are highly recommended.

Amazing stop for vegans and the food is beyond delicious!! Dae Bak has authentic Korean food cooked by a Korean grandmother. Menu includes some of the most popular Korean items, many of which can be veganized. Jackfruit and tofu are always available and more elaborate substitutes can be made with advance notice. Vegan offerings include jackfruit bulgogi (mild or spicy), kimchijeon, kimchi jigae, japchae, jackfruit Korean fried chicken, soybean paste stew, tofu stew, and kimbap. Many of the banchan (side dish) offerings are also vegan and the kimchi is made in-house and always vegan! Cabbage and cucumber kimchis are available to purchase in bulk.

I ordered the bulgogi made with jackfruit, and my father opted for the chicken bulgogi. He also tried the jackfruit and really enjoyed it. We shared some yamandu, which are fried dumplings. The meal came with a refreshing side salad that didn't include fish and had a peanut spice dressing. We ended up having so much food that we had enough left over to take home for a complete second meal. Herman was very friendly and knowledgeable, and while we were there, we noticed a few other customers dining in and some take-out orders being placed. The restaurant is not particularly noticeable from the street; it feels like a hidden gem. They offer a wide array of options for both vegan diners and their omnivorous family and friends.

I absolutely adore this charming little spot! While visiting family in the city, I was so pleased to discover this place. The owner was incredibly helpful in suggesting some vegan dishes, and they were fantastic!

A great family spot in the town square with fantastic vegan options. Although vegan dishes weren't listed on the menu during our visit, the server provided us with a detailed explanation of what could be made vegan and how. The portions were generous and the prices were very reasonable. If Happy Cow allowed me to give five stars to a non-vegan restaurant, I definitely would!