Ko Kai is a Korean restaurant at 103 Gladstone Rd in Gisborne, with a Google rating of 4.7 from 95 reviews. Customers often mention the bulgogi, the spicy pork and the rice bowls, and say the atmosphere is simple and easy to enjoy.
A good Korean kitchen is judged on its marinades and sauces, since bulgogi and spicy pork depend on a balance of sweet, savoury and heat. Rice bowls are a practical choice, as they bring a protein, vegetables and an egg together on one plate. Side dishes such as banchan and kimchi are often where a kitchen shows its care, so it is worth trying one with each meal. Regulars tend to order a favourite and return to it, while watching for seasonal specials.
For a bowl of bulgogi or a Korean hot dog on Gladstone Road in Gisborne, it is a well-reviewed local stop worth a visit.