popular restaurants in seoul south korea
- Myeongdong Kyoja Main store
- Tosokchon Samgyetang
- Ikseondong Hanok Village
- Jin Ok-hwa Grandma Chicken Hanmari Main Store
- Woo Lae Oak(又來屋)
- Mugyo-dong Bugeo-guk-jip
- Ojang-dong Heungnamjip Main Store
- Song-rim Restaurant
- Saebyukjib Cheongdam-dong Branch
- Pizza Hill Grand Walkerhill Seoul
- Daedo Restaurant Wangsimni Main Branch
- Apple House
- Linus BBQ
- The River Side Hotel Buffet The Garden Kitchen
- Jaha Son Mandu
- Imun Seolnongtang
- Din Tai Fung Gangnam
- Kyochon Chicken Dongdaemun No. 1
- Brooklyn The Burger Joint Garosu-gil Branch
- Bonny’s Pizza Pub
- Noryangjin Cup Rice Street
- Andongjang
- Hanilkwan Apgujeong
- Soi Yeonnam
- Korea House
- Mapo yangji seolleongtang
- Cheongwaok Main Branch
- Jeongwon Restaurant Urban Garden
- Gyerim Sikdang
- Grandma Na Jeong Sun's Jjukkumi (webfoot octopus)
- Moon Bae-dong Yook-kal
- Tuk Tuk Noodle Thai
- Buminok
- Junglimjang Seolleongtang
- Jungsik Seoul
- Johnny Dumpling Main Store
- Yurimmyeon
- Mapo Ok beef soup
- Arichai Sillim Branch
- Pizzeria O Main Store
- Hannam Buk Eot Soup
- Braai Republic Itaewon
- Yomenya Goemon Gangnam Branch
- Sundae Silrok Daehakro Main Branch
- Piyangkong Halmani Main Store
1.
Myeongdong Kyoja Main store
Since 1966!
Michelin Bib Gourmand.
Kalguksu, dumplings, bibim guksu, bean guksu.
Michelin Bib Gourmand.
Kalguksu, dumplings, bibim guksu, bean guksu.
2.
Tosokchon Samgyetang
A restaurant famous for its Samgyetang restaurant.
since 1983.
since 1983.
3.
Ikseondong Hanok Village
Ikseon-dong Hanok Street
There are various restaurants and cafes.
Cheongsudang Café , Tteuran Tea House , Nakwon , Mil Toast , Soha Salt Pond , Chanyang-jip , Donut Jungsu Ikseon , Flower Yard Cafe , Ppasyongsyong , Apgujeongharu Jongno , Woo’z Bakery , Cafe 1993 , Yankees Burger , Oncheonjib , Ikseon-dong Cafe SIKMUL , Tteuran Tea House , Ikseon Chihyang , DongBaek Bakery soufflé pancakes , Onhwa Cafe , Parigaok , Ramiscon Ikseon Branch, Two-story Western-style house, Ikseon Pork Cutlet, etc.
There are various restaurants and cafes.
Cheongsudang Café , Tteuran Tea House , Nakwon , Mil Toast , Soha Salt Pond , Chanyang-jip , Donut Jungsu Ikseon , Flower Yard Cafe , Ppasyongsyong , Apgujeongharu Jongno , Woo’z Bakery , Cafe 1993 , Yankees Burger , Oncheonjib , Ikseon-dong Cafe SIKMUL , Tteuran Tea House , Ikseon Chihyang , DongBaek Bakery soufflé pancakes , Onhwa Cafe , Parigaok , Ramiscon Ikseon Branch, Two-story Western-style house, Ikseon Pork Cutlet, etc.
4.
Jin Ok-hwa Grandma Chicken Hanmari Main Store
Since 1978. Chicken Hanmari, Rice Cakes, Parsari, Potato Sari, Noodles Sari.
5.
Woo Lae Oak(又來屋)
since 1946.
A restaurant specializing in Pyongyang-style naengmyeon.
Awarded Michelin Bib Gourmand.
Traditional Pyongyang Naengmyeon, Traditional Pyongyang Bibim Naengmyeon, Onmyeon, Kimchi Roll Naengmyeon, Janggukbap, Yukgaejang, Galbitang, Ribs, Raw Sirloin, Raw Raw Meat, Bulgogi.
A restaurant specializing in Pyongyang-style naengmyeon.
Awarded Michelin Bib Gourmand.
Traditional Pyongyang Naengmyeon, Traditional Pyongyang Bibim Naengmyeon, Onmyeon, Kimchi Roll Naengmyeon, Janggukbap, Yukgaejang, Galbitang, Ribs, Raw Sirloin, Raw Raw Meat, Bulgogi.
6.
Mugyo-dong Bugeo-guk-jip
since 1968
This is a restaurant specializing in dried pollack haejangguk
This is a restaurant specializing in dried pollack haejangguk
7.
Ojang-dong Heungnamjip Main Store
Hoe Bibim Naengmyeon, Meat Bibim Naengmyeon, Mixed Naengmyeon, Mulnaengmyeon, Onmyeon, Hoemuchim, Boiled Pork
Since opening in 1953, it is the oldest cold noodle restaurant that has been passed down as a 4th generation family business in one place.
Located in Hamheung Naengmyeon Street in Ojang-dong, Ojang-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul.
nationwide expansion.
For reference, there is also a Hamheung Naengmyeon restaurant in Ojang-dong (same since 1953) nearby.
Since opening in 1953, it is the oldest cold noodle restaurant that has been passed down as a 4th generation family business in one place.
Located in Hamheung Naengmyeon Street in Ojang-dong, Ojang-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul.
nationwide expansion.
For reference, there is also a Hamheung Naengmyeon restaurant in Ojang-dong (same since 1953) nearby.
9.
Saebyukjib Cheongdam-dong Branch
This is a Korean food restaurant open 24 hours a day in Cheongdam-dong.
Saebyuk means dawn
Saebyuk means dawn
10.
Pizza Hill Grand Walkerhill Seoul
It's located on a hill, so the view is great.
Enjoy freshly baked pizza and pasta with beer or wine.
I had a happy time with my family.
It's a great place to visit on special days because you can eat pizza and pasta while looking at the Han River.
Enjoy freshly baked pizza and pasta with beer or wine.
I had a happy time with my family.
It's a great place to visit on special days because you can eat pizza and pasta while looking at the Han River.
11.
Daedo Restaurant Wangsimni Main Branch
Since 1964.
This is a popular restaurant where you can eat Korean beef sirloin.
The meat is really delicious.
The atmosphere is truly luxurious.
The ingredients seem to be of the highest quality.
The kkakdugi fried rice is delicious.
This is a good restaurant to go to with family.
This is a popular restaurant where you can eat Korean beef sirloin.
The meat is really delicious.
The atmosphere is truly luxurious.
The ingredients seem to be of the highest quality.
The kkakdugi fried rice is delicious.
This is a good restaurant to go to with family.
13.
Linus BBQ
This restaurant serves American barbecue located near Itaewon Station or Noksapyeong Station.
Suitable for two people or a group.
The restaurant atmosphere is good.
The meat is delicious and the French fries are very crispy.
Suitable for two people or a group.
The restaurant atmosphere is good.
The meat is delicious and the French fries are very crispy.
14.
The River Side Hotel Buffet The Garden Kitchen
Because it is so popular, there are a lot of customers.
The staff is friendly and the food is delicious.
Very good value for money.
There are many rooms, making it great for group gatherings.
I am satisfied. I am willing to visit again at any time.
I visited recently and want to go again.
The staff is friendly and the food is delicious.
Very good value for money.
There are many rooms, making it great for group gatherings.
I am satisfied. I am willing to visit again at any time.
I visited recently and want to go again.
15.
Jaha Son Mandu
since 1993.
This is a restaurant specializing in dumplings in a renovated house.
You can eat healthy dumpling soup carefully prepared with kimchi.
This is a restaurant specializing in dumplings in a renovated house.
You can eat healthy dumpling soup carefully prepared with kimchi.
16.
Imun Seolnongtang
It is said to be the first officially registered restaurant in Korea.
It opened in 1904 and was selected as a Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand.
It is located in Gyeonji-dong, Jongno-gu, and is approximately 190 meters away from Jonggak Station Exit 3-1.
It is said that the beef bones are boiled in a large cast iron pot for a long time.
It opened in 1904 and was selected as a Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand.
It is located in Gyeonji-dong, Jongno-gu, and is approximately 190 meters away from Jonggak Station Exit 3-1.
It is said that the beef bones are boiled in a large cast iron pot for a long time.
17.
Din Tai Fung Gangnam
Taiwan brand restaurant.
Expanding worldwide.
There are more branches besides here, check the website.
Expanding worldwide.
There are more branches besides here, check the website.
18.
Kyochon Chicken Dongdaemun No. 1
If you want to eat Korean chicken, which is loved all over the world, visit here.
The fried chicken is very juicy and not dry at all.
It is located near exit 6 of Dongdaemun Station.
Open 24 hours a day.
Kyochon Chicken is a Korean fried chicken restaurant chain established in 1991.
The fried chicken is very juicy and not dry at all.
It is located near exit 6 of Dongdaemun Station.
Open 24 hours a day.
Kyochon Chicken is a Korean fried chicken restaurant chain established in 1991.
19.
Brooklyn The Burger Joint Garosu-gil Branch
Do you want to eat a juicy handmade burger? It perfectly embodies the unique flavor and taste of American burgers.
The Cheeseburger and Brooklyn Works are popular.
It is located approximately 410 meters from Exit 8 of Sinsa Station.
The Cheeseburger and Brooklyn Works are popular.
It is located approximately 410 meters from Exit 8 of Sinsa Station.
20.
Bonny’s Pizza Pub
This is a pizza pub located in Haebangchon, Yongsan-gu.
You can taste a variety of beers and pizza.
It takes about 10 minutes (600 meters) from Exit 2 of Noksapyeong Station.
You can taste a variety of beers and pizza.
It takes about 10 minutes (600 meters) from Exit 2 of Noksapyeong Station.
22.
Andongjang
This is a very old Korean-Chinese restaurant (since 1948) located near Euljiro 3-ga subway station.
23.
Hanilkwan Apgujeong
This restaurant was founded in 1939.
There are several branches in Seoul.
You can try bulgogi and other Korean dishes.
The Apgujeong main branch opened in 2008.
There are several branches in Seoul.
You can try bulgogi and other Korean dishes.
The Apgujeong main branch opened in 2008.
24.
Soi Yeonnam
This is the main branch of Soi Yeonnam, a Thai restaurant located in Hannam-dong.
It is so popular that even Thai people visit it.
It is located approximately 650m from Exit 3 of Hongik University Station.
There are branches in several locations in Seoul.
It is so popular that even Thai people visit it.
It is located approximately 650m from Exit 3 of Hongik University Station.
There are branches in several locations in Seoul.
25.
Korea House
traditional Korean food.
Since 1957. Located near Chungmuro Station.
BTS filmed here.
26.
Mapo yangji seolleongtang
This is a restaurant specializing in seolleongtang that opened in 1974.
It is located near Gongdeok Station in Mapo-gu, Seoul.
It is a traditional Korean food made by adding a bowl of rice to the soup and eating it with kimchi.
It is located near Gongdeok Station in Mapo-gu, Seoul.
It is a traditional Korean food made by adding a bowl of rice to the soup and eating it with kimchi.
27.
Cheongwaok Main Branch
This restaurant specializes in sundae cuisine and is located about 3 minutes away from Exit 3 of Hanseong Baekje Station.
It appears on TV and is very popular.
It appears on TV and is very popular.
28.
Jeongwon Restaurant Urban Garden
This is an Italian restaurant located not too far from Seodaemun Station.
It is within walking distance from Deoksugung Palace.
It is within walking distance from Deoksugung Palace.
29.
Gyerim Sikdang
This restaurant specializes in dakdoritang (Spicy Chicken Stew) near Exit 12 of Jongno 3-ga Station.
30.
Grandma Na Jeong Sun's Jjukkumi (webfoot octopus)
This is a restaurant specializing in webfoot octopus located near Jegi-dong Station.
31.
Moon Bae-dong Yook-kal
Try yukkal (yukgaejang + kalguksu) with a deep flavor made from broth made from brisket and beef bones.
It is located near the Samgakji station.
It is located near the Samgakji station.
32.
Tuk Tuk Noodle Thai
This is a Thai restaurant located in Yeonnam-dong, Seoul.
They sell a variety of Thai food.
This restaurant was selected as a Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand.
They sell a variety of Thai food.
This restaurant was selected as a Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand.
33.
Buminok
This is a restaurant (since 1956) specializing in yukgaejang and yang-mu-chim near Euljiro 1-ga Station.
34.
Junglimjang Seolleongtang
This is a seolleongtang restaurant (since 1972) located near Chungjeongno Station.
It is within walking distance from Seoul Station.
It is within walking distance from Seoul Station.
35.
Jungsik Seoul
This is a fine dining restaurant located in Cheongdam-dong that received two Michelin stars.
It is located near Apgujeong Rodeo Station.
It is located near Apgujeong Rodeo Station.
36.
Johnny Dumpling Main Store
This is a dumpling specialty restaurant (since 2007) located near Itaewon Station.
37.
Yurimmyeon
Located at Exit 11 or 12 of City Hall Station in Seoul, this restaurant specializes in noodle dishes (since 1961) and was awarded the Michelin Bib Gourmand.
38.
Mapo Ok beef soup
This is a seolleongtang restaurant (since 1949) located near Exit 1 of Mapo Station.
This restaurant was selected for the Michelin Bib Gourmand.
This restaurant was selected for the Michelin Bib Gourmand.
39.
Arichai Sillim Branch
This is a large Chinese restaurant located in Sillim-dong, Seoul.
It is located not far from Sillim Station or Danggok station.
It is located not far from Sillim Station or Danggok station.
40.
Pizzeria O Main Store
This is a pizza restaurant located near Hyehwa Station.
Pizzeria O offers a variety of pizzas and excellent wines.
The atmosphere is nice, there is a nice terrace seating area and the service is friendly.
The pizza was chewy. The taste of the pasta was exotic and savory.
This is a decent-sized restaurant where you can taste a variety of pizzas.
Overall it was a really good experience. Food and drinks are delicious.
There is a nice terrace with lots of sunlight.
Pizzeria O offers a variety of pizzas and excellent wines.
The atmosphere is nice, there is a nice terrace seating area and the service is friendly.
The pizza was chewy. The taste of the pasta was exotic and savory.
This is a decent-sized restaurant where you can taste a variety of pizzas.
Overall it was a really good experience. Food and drinks are delicious.
There is a nice terrace with lots of sunlight.
41.
Hannam Buk Eot Soup
Located in Hannam-dong, it is a restaurant that sells dried pollack soup and various other dishes.
42.
Braai Republic Itaewon
This is a South African restaurant located near Itaewon Station (about 400 meters from Exit 4).
43.
Yomenya Goemon Gangnam Branch
Yomenya Goemon Gangnam branch is located in front of exits 9 and 10 of Gangnam Station.
Yomenya Goemon(洋麺屋五右衛門) is a Japanese restaurant chain (since 1973) famous for its pasta dishes. The restaurant's concept is a fusion of Japanese and Italian cuisine, offering a variety of pasta dishes with a Japanese twist. Popular dishes include Japanese spaghetti with ingredients such as miso, seaweed, and bonito flakes. Yomenya Goemon has received rave reviews in Japan for its unique fusion of flavors.
Yomenya Goemon(洋麺屋五右衛門) is a Japanese restaurant chain (since 1973) famous for its pasta dishes. The restaurant's concept is a fusion of Japanese and Italian cuisine, offering a variety of pasta dishes with a Japanese twist. Popular dishes include Japanese spaghetti with ingredients such as miso, seaweed, and bonito flakes. Yomenya Goemon has received rave reviews in Japan for its unique fusion of flavors.
44.
Sundae Silrok Daehakro Main Branch
This is a sundae specialty restaurant located near Hyehwa Station.
45.
Piyangkong Halmani Main Store
This is a restaurant specializing in okara and bean noodles located in Daechi-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul.
This restaurant was selected for the Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand.
An old lady from Pyongyang has been running it for a long time.
Piyang is said to mean Pyongyang in the dialect of Pyeongan Province.
This restaurant was selected for the Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand.
An old lady from Pyongyang has been running it for a long time.
Piyang is said to mean Pyongyang in the dialect of Pyeongan Province.
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