Gangwonjeong has been around for about 20 years, and is famous for its samgyetang (chicken ginseng soup). The flavor of the broth and tenderness of the chicken are exceptional. Chicken is stuffed with sweet rice, dates, chestnuts, ginko nuts, ginseng, and whole garlic cloves of garlic and garnished with shredded spring onions, sunflower seeds, and black sesame seeds. Kimchi makes the best accompaniment.    

Hamgyeong-do Wangsundae is open 24/7, welcoming guests with a warm and hearty bowl of sundaeguk (Korean sausage soup) prepared with care and additive-free ingredients. Though the space is limited, the place can accommodate up to 54 people. It's cozy atmosphere and top-notch food has earned Hamgyeong-do Wangsundae a good reputation among its customers.

Located in Mugyo-dong in Jung-gu, Seoul, Chamsutgol (참숯골) is an upscale restaurant serving hanu beef dishes. The restaurant uses only top quality hanu beef from young cattle (two years old or younger) raised on farms in Jeolla-do Province. For freshness and tenderness, the restaurant serves only fresh meat (not frozen) of A+ grade or higher. To bring out its juiciness and tenderness, the meat is grilled on a charcoal fire.The elegant ambience and décor and the variety of rooms in different sizes make the restaurant a favorite choice for special events. It is also regularly visited by international tourists. Popular dishes are the sirloin steak and marinated ribs, doengjang soup, and yeongyang dolsotbap (rice served in a hot stone bowl).

Tongin Market is the place to go for traditional gireum tteok-bokki. The market is well-known as the best place in Korea for gireum tteok-bokki, and even foreign tourists come to have a taste. Gireum tteok-bokki is made by stir-frying rice cakes in oil and seasonings. There are two types of gireum tteok-bokki sold here. One kind is seasoned with just oil and soy sauce; the other is seasoned with spicy red pepper flakes and oil. Three of Tongshin Market’s gireum tteok-bokki eateries are particularly famous and popular. One such eatery is Original Grandmother's Gireum Tteok-Bokki. The shop has been featured on TV programs. Another is Hyoja-dong’s Old School Tteok-Bokki, once visited by John Kerry in 2014 while he was the U.S. Secretary of State.  

This orange-colored Mediterranean-style bakery has a great variety of pastries and cakes. You can also enjoy a relaxing brunch of Belgian waffles and pancakes. The carrot cake, with lots of cream cheese and fresh cream, is the most popular item on the menu.  

Salam is a small but popular Turkish restaurant located near the Seoul Central Masjid (Seoul Central Mosque) in Itaewon, Yongsan-gu, Seoul. Traditional Turkish dishes like beef and lamb kebabs and lamb with vegetables are displayed on a large table next to the kitchen, allowing you to see the dishes before making your choice. The restaurant is particularly popular among Islamic diners.

Yongsusan (용수산) is famous for traditional Gaesung-style dishes such as meat soup with sliced rice cake, kimchi mixed with pears, chestnuts, Chinese dates, pine nuts and small octopus, boiled pork wrapped in vegetable leaves and kimchi, and abalone dishes. Savory cuisine coupled with a unique dining atmosphere make this restaurant a visitor favorite. *Best Korean Restaurant as designated by the Seoul Metropolitan Government        

This shabu shabu restaurant usesi high-quality Korean beef and is famous because of its gravy and tender meats. Organic vegetables and wild flowers delivered from various places such as Ulleung Island and Jirisan Mountain give a delicious taste. Also, the rice porridge after having a noodle casserole is worth trying.* Designated Best Korean Restaurant by the Seoul Metropolitan Government

Most foods from the northern region are characterized by their mild taste. In particular, Pyeongyang-style cold buckwheat noodles has a milder flavor compared to Hamheung-style cold noodles. Pildongmyeonok's cold buckwheat noodles may taste bland for those who are used to stronger flavors or seasonings, but it is praised by others who prefer mild flavors. The neat after taste of broth and chewy noodles are enough to delight one's tastebuds. Pyeongyang-style dumplings is another popular dish at Pildongmyeonok.    

You can feel that you are being served as a VIP here. Even common dishes such as steamed eggs have a luxurious flavor and taste at this place, and most of the ingredients are organic. The landlady, in Korean hanbok dress with an old abacus, tells you the history of this restaurant.