GIN GO GAE, 5433 N. Lincoln Ave., 334-3895. Korean. One of the city`s finest Korean restaurants boasts an extensive assortment of spicy kimchi with every dinner. The dining rooms are plain but big, and the tables can hardly hold the wealth of meaty dishes that make up a typical Korean dinner. Eat family style so everyone can share the rich flavors. Recommended: Fried man doo, Korean pan cake, bool gogi, san juk, gal bi, chop chae. Hours: 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Mon.-Tues., Thurs.-Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.; closed Wed. Price range: Moderate. Credit Cards: A, M, V. Reservations: Accepted. (MK)
SHILLA, 5930 N. Lincoln Ave., 275-5930. Korean. The attractive setting is a true culture escape, especially if you reserve (two weeks` notice) one of the eight private banquet rooms. English is limited, but the menu is clear. Service lags when busy. Recommended: Barbecued short ribs, shrimp tempura, sashimi, beef and egg drop soup (hot), Sapporo beer. Hours: 11:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m. daily. Price range: Moderate. Credit cards: A, D, M, V. Reservations:
Accepted. (PT)
