RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK No visa needed to try these Philly cheesesteaks
SUWON, Gyeonggi Province — Without-Visa is a restaurant that symbolizes the enduring friendship between the United States and Korea. The owner, known to his customers as JJ, served in the ROK Special Forces for seven years. During his time at U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys, he tried a Philly cheesesteak sandwich for the first time. That experience left a lasting impression on him, and the taste has stayed with him to this day. After being discharged from the military, JJ returned to his hometown, Suwon, with a dream of opening a restaurant that would pay homage to the Philly cheesesteak. Thus, Without-Visa was born with the ambition to recreate the taste and vibe of America without the need to actually go there — or get a visa. As you might expect from a former Special Forces member, JJ's work ethic is impressive. He often runs the restaurant single-handedly, cooking and serving his guests. The interior transports you straight to the U.S., with American flags, military gear and pop culture images adorning the walls. The star of the menu, of course, is the Philly cheesesteak. There are
Nov 3, 2024By Eddie Tam