2018 - the kreation

after running one of the 1st sneaker konsignment shops in boston (at the buzzer) from 2008 - 2015, kimchipapi klosed the doors for good and decided to transform his sneaker shop into a restaurant. after an initial failed attempt in 2015, kimchipapi had to regroup, defeat self-doubt, and overcome mental obstacles. he was able to finally present the masses with kimchipapi allston in may of 2018.  
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kimchipapi's family has been in the restaurant business for over 20 years. his desire to enter the restaurant business was influenced heavily by his mother, former owner of one of the best korean restaurants in massachusetts, the late, great wuchon house restaurant in somerville, ma.

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2023 - the kontinuation

in early 2023, kimchipapi's 1st kollaboration with a chef was konceived. kimchipapi 2 aka kimchipapi malden opened its doors in december of 2024. the menu is a kollaborative effort between kimchipapi and a heavy hitter in the korean pop-up and fine dining space - chef KT cheung of won ang. the malden menu features a lot of our greatest hits from the allston location as well as traditional korean home-made dishes konceptualized by chef KT. our 24 seat space boasts ample space for large groups and the vibes are perfect for chill guys & gals. 
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"i would not be here without your love and support. thank you to the kimchipapi kommunity and to all my kings and kweens. peace and blessings." 
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sincerely,
kimchipapi
@kimchipapi617