Kim Gu-ra
Self
The Shop next to the best (2021)
Season 1
On a mission to shed light on small businesses overshadowed by their larger, more famous neighbors, hosts explore hidden gems around Korea.
Released Feb. 6, 2021
None+
Genres: Reality
Production Companies: Kakao M
Network: Kakao TV
Country: South Korea
Languages:
Korean
S1E1 - Episode 1
The extraordinary Geumdwaeji Sikdang got Michelin-status for their pork belly. The unlucky Bokdwaeji barbecue restaurant is right next door. Is it any good?
Feb. 6, 2021, midnight
S1E2 - Episode 2
Gyerim's garlic-imbued braised chicken has been the star of Jongno for over 50 years. Their suspicious neighbor has something very similar. Is this a grudge?
Feb. 13, 2021, midnight
S1E3 - Episode 3
This place looks like a front for gambling. But don't say that too loudly! Beware the owner who has the courage to open a furniture store next to IKEA.
Feb. 20, 2021, midnight
S1E4 - Episode 4
Lee Young-ja's favorite restaurant sells hundreds of roast chickens in Hannam-dong daily. The neighbors also sell chicken. They're nice until you complain.
Feb. 27, 2021, midnight
S1E5 - Episode 5
Famous chefs have memorized their menu. If you're from Sadang, you know! The aunts have claimed a similar restaurant next door, where fritters are for friends.
March 6, 2021, midnight
S1E6 - Episode 6
Korea's largest outlet complex is in Gasan, Seoul. But what's with all the vacancies? This is serious! The team investigates the crumbling Manseung Outlet.
March 13, 2021, midnight
S1E7 - Episode 7
Who was first? The town's been dominated by Boyoung Mandu's dumplings and spicy noodles. Merely steps away, Boyong Mandu says their recipe is the original.
March 20, 2021, midnight
S1E8 - Episode 8
Suwon's "Chicken Street" is a must-see! Kim Gu-ra investigates the poultry hub, but he's not eating at famed Jin Mi Chicken. This restaurant is different!
March 27, 2021, midnight
S1E9 - Episode 9
Where is everybody? They're all at "Dessert Street"! Known for sweets, some cafés seem to have infinite customers. But that gloomy-looking one — is it open?
April 3, 2021, midnight
S1E10 - Episode 10
How about a little white powder? No wonder the chitterlings place is always full. But next door, there's hardly anyone. Looks like Kim Gu-ra's met his match!
April 10, 2021, midnight
S1E11 - Episode 11
On "Lamb Skewers Street" near Konkuk Univ., a restaurant pleads for help! Next door is a popular knife-cut noodle shop. Which recipe should they cut? Be honest!
April 17, 2021, midnight
S1E12 - Episode 12
The restaurant requested to be blurred out. It's all about the food! The rib joint next door isn't as popular, even with its creative name. Same menu, too!
April 24, 2021, midnight
S1E13 - Episode 13
All the way here — just for gimbap? Even celebrities line up for this Jeju restaurant. But there are customers leaving to eat at the neighbor's? Impossible!
May 8, 2021, midnight
S1E14 - Episode 14
Let's put Heebab, famed mukbang star of Jeju, to shame! Pork galbi's on the menu next to a restaurant famous for its Jeju black pig dishes. Better get to work!
May 15, 2021, midnight
S1E15 - Episode 15
It all comes down to this moment! They made gosari stew famous, but their neighbor? The owner has changed his mind five times in three years. Help his stew!
May 22, 2021, midnight
S1E16 - Episode 16
May 29, 2021, midnight
S1E17 - Episode 17
June 5, 2021, midnight
S1E18 - Episode 18
June 12, 2021, midnight
Network: Kakao TV
Released: Feb. 6, 2021
Last Air Date: June 12, 2021, midnight
Status: Returning Series
Certification: NR
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