Why did Choi Kang-rok's restaurant close? When will Restaurant Neo reopen? Black and White Chef 2

Chef Choi Kang-rok, who returned to the spotlight with his reappearance on "Black and White Chef 2," closed his restaurant Neo, which had a waiting list of 20,000 people. We've compiled the reasons for its closure, the possibility of its reopening, and even the background to his appearance on "Black and White Chef 2."

 

1. Why did the closure of the Choi Kang-rok restaurant become such a hot topic?

 

The reason Chef Choi Kang-rok's restaurant closure became such a hot topic was its timing. Following Season 1 of Netflix's "Black and White Chef," Chef Choi Kang-rok gained explosive popularity, and reservations at his restaurant, Neo, were practically impossible to come by.

 

In fact, tens of thousands of people flocked to the reservation platform as soon as reservations opened, and there were even instances where a month's worth of reservations sold out in a minute. The fact that the restaurant was cleaned up in a situation where 'the water must be poured in' This piqued public curiosity.

 

 

2. The Real Reason for Restaurant Neo's Closure

 

There were initially many speculations surrounding the closure of Restaurant Neo. Overwork from broadcasting, rent issues, and the burden of operations were cited as reasons, but these were far from the truth.

 

According to Chef Choi Kang-rok's explanation, the reason for the closure was not due to poor business performance or external pressure. voluntary choice It was. In an interview with an acquaintance, "It's not that running a business is difficult; we've been preparing for a new store for a long time." An explanation of the purpose was given.

 

Chef Choi Kang-rok himself once said, “If you do nothing, nothing happens,” and revealed that his decision to try again was a choice to challenge himself and not settle for anything.

 

 

3. What kind of restaurant was Neo? Before closing.

Sikdang Neo was more than just a simple chef's restaurant; it was a space strongly imbued with Chef Choi Kang-rok's unique style. Located near Seokchon Lake in Songpa-gu, Seoul, it operated as a tavern-style course meal restaurant.

 

The signature menu items are buckwheat kimbap, crispy karaage, and the "Punpun Kimagure" course, which requires a drink order. It was. Despite being a single course, the competition for reservations was fierce, and after the broadcast, the difficulty of making reservations was practically at a 'war' level.

 

Given that the restaurant was in a thriving business, the news of its closure was bound to have a bigger impact.

 

 

4. Will the reappearance of Black and White Chef 2 be a choice that leads to the closure of the business?

 

Chef Choi Kang-rok appeared on Season 1 of 'Black and White Chef' Reappears as a hidden white-collar worker in Season 2 He once again became the center of attention. It was a reappearance that even the production team did not expect, and even on the show, there were joking reactions such as, "He's a guy who threw away his oars when the water came in."

 

However, Chef Choi Kang-rok's choice reflects a consistent flow. Rather than settling for restaurant management, it's more of a commitment to re-entering the competitive arena and re-examining himself as a chef. Indeed, he expressed his strong desire by saying, "I came prepared," and "This time, I want to win first place."

 

 

5. When will the Choi Kang-rok restaurant reopen?

As of now, no immediate reopening date has been announced for Restaurant Neo. However, based on numerous interviews and testimonies from those close to the restaurant, it appears that this isn't a complete retirement or a long-term hiatus.

 

Chef Choi Kang-rok expressed his intention to return from the time of his restaurant's closure, and he is currently preparing for the next stage by pursuing both broadcasting and content production. The possibility of a new concept restaurant is also being discussed, so more attention is focused on the form in which he will return than on the timing of his reopening.

 

 

 

FAQ

Q. Was the reason for the closure of the restaurant Choi Kang-rok due to deficit?
A. No. It was reportedly not due to poor management or rent issues, but rather a voluntary choice to take on a new challenge.

 

Q. Is Restaurant Neo completely closed?
A. The existing restaurant Neo is currently closed, but Chef Choi Kang-rok is keeping the possibility of reopening or opening a new restaurant open.

 

Q. Is there a connection between your appearance on Black and White Chef 2 and the restaurant closing?
A. Although there is no direct connection, many view it as a connection in the flow of events, as it is a choice to return to the competitive stage without settling for comfort.

 

 

 

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