Gung
 
Seoul(Jongno-gu) ,
For more than 30 years, Gung (궁) has served Gaeseong-style mandu (dumplings). The elderly proprietor, who fled south during the Korean War runs this restaurant with the help of her granddaughters. Characteristic of its delicate taste, Gaeseong mandu stuffing consists of pork and various vegetables such as Chinese cabbage and pumpkin. This restaurant’s mandu is so popular that by late in the day, they often run out. The typical menu includes mandu-jeongol (chowder) and mandu-guk (soup). The chowder is made of various ingredients including mandu, rice cakes, mushrooms, and meat, and serves two to three persons. For several persons, it's recommended to eat bossam (boiled meat slices wrapped in lettuce leaves or kimchi) and Korean-style pancakes. TIP: On Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, they make kimchi in front of the restaurant. Be sure to try a sample of fresh kimchi.

Hemlagat
 
Seoul(Jung-gu)
Hemlagat, which literally means "home cooked" in Swedish, serves homestyle foods in a restaurant setting. The dishes made with traditional Swedish recipes will remind you of Mom's (or Grandma's) cooking. Located close to Hoehyeon Station, Hemlagat is a good place to try a little bit of Scandinavian culture as well. As it is a Swedish tavern ('Krog' in Swedish), they serve traditional Swedish liquors and snack pairings. The staff speaks English, Japanese, Chinese and the menu is also available in the aforementioned languages.

Rainbow Korean Restaurant
 
Daejeon(Jung-gu) ,
Located in Daejeon, Rainbow Korean Restaurant (무지개한정식) offers a traditional fine dining experience of royal court cuisine. The restaurant is committed to producing authentic dishes made with locally produced fresh ingredients without any MSG.The restaurant serves over 20 different menu items and goes way beyond standard dishes by offering delicacies such as sliced flatfish, ear shell mixed with vinegar pepper sauce, stirred turban shell, smoked duck, and steamed beef ribs. Separate rooms are available for private parties and a wide dining hall may be booked for rehearsal dinners, 60-year birthday parties, and other special events.

Halmeoni Kalguksu(할머니칼국수)
 
Seoul(Jongno-gu)
It is a place where you can enjoy Korean noodles with hot soup. The best menu at this restaurant is noodle soup. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul.

Jeju Ilpum Sundubu Myeongdong Branch
 
Seoul()
Discover the Authentic Taste of Jeju at "Jeju Ilpum Sundubu" in Myeongdong! Hey, food enthusiasts! If you're wandering the bustling streets of Myeongdong and craving a wholesome yet incredibly flavorful meal, we've got the perfect spot for you - Jeju Ilpum Sundubu. Dive into the heart of Korean cuisine with a fusion of tradition and innovation.  Experience Variety Like Never Before! Forget the typical one-flavor-fits-all! At Jeju Ilpum Sundubu, our menu is bursting with choices. Whether it's the classic "Ilpum Sundubu," the tantalizing "Seafood Sundubu," the mixed treat of "Mixed Sundubu," or the unique twist of "Oyster Sundubu" - every spoonful promises an explosion of taste, unique to Jeju’s traditions.   Photo / 写真 / 照片(instagram) @myungdong_jeju Photo / 写真 / 照片(instagram) @myungdong_jeju A Side of Culture with Every Meal But wait, the delights don't stop at the stew. Alongside your bubbling pot of Sundubu, we serve our rice in traditional Korean stone bowls. Once you’ve savored the last grain, pour in some water, and behold – a refreshing sip of “Sungnyung”, a testament to Korea's rich culinary tapestry. Solo Diners to Family Feasts: We've Got You Covered!  Whether you're a solo traveler on a gastronomic adventure or a family making memories, we cater to every palate and party size. Affordable Luxury in Every Bite  Why wait? Embark on a culinary journey of Jeju, right in the heart of Myeongdong. For all the globe-trotters out there searching for the quintessential Korean experience, Jeju Ilpum Sundubu is your foodie passport to delight. Bon appétit or as we say in Korean, 잘 먹겠습니다 (Jal meokgesseumnida)! P.S. Searching for "best Sundubu in Myeongdong" or "authentic Korean dining in Myeongdong"? You've just hit the jackpot!

Doore
 
Seoul(Jongno-gu)
Stew cooked with fermented soybean paste is this restaurant's signature dish. Rice with beef soup contains pyogo mushrooms and seaweed. The ugeoji soup is also a highlight. Made from the four legs of a cow and mixed with soybean paste, it is very unique. Variations of daily side dishes are also available.* Doore (두레) is the Best Korean Restaurant as designated by The Seoul Metropolitan Government

Hanmiri - Main Branch
 
Seoul(Gangnam-gu)
This is a specialty restaurant with a royal table set in a graceful and elegant atmosphere. This place is famous for beautifully modernizing the food of the royal table from the Joseon dynasty. The formal meal in brassware and Chinaware tastes very rich, as the natural seasonings are only used for dishes with the whole heart.*Best Korean Restaurant as designated by The Seoul Metropolitan Government.

Eunho Sikdang
 
Seoul(Jung-gu)
For three generations, Eunho Sikdang has been steadily maintaining the same taste of the original kkori gomtang, (oxtail soup) that they first made when they operated a street vendor stall in Namdaemun Market 70 years ago. In addition to oxtail soup, you can also have doganitang (ox knee and beef stew), seolleongtang (a thin, milky-white beef soup made from slowly simmered oxtails and bones), and suyuk (steamed pork).  

Manseok Dak-gangjeong
 
5.0/1
Gangwon-do(Sokcho-si) ,
Manseok Dak-gangjeong (sweet and sour chicken) is located in Jungang Market of Sokcho. Since 1983, Manseok has been one of the top sweet and sour chicken restaurants in Sokcho.

Nolbumandu
 
5.0/2
Seoul(Jung-gu) ,
Though the restaurant Nolbumandu’s specialty used to be son-mandu (handmade dumplings), the restaurant is now even more famous for its tasty “jokbal” (glazed pig’s feet), which is by far the most popular item on its menu. The menu also includes tteok-manduguk (dumpling soup with rice cake slices) and several Chinese dishes. This relaxed restaurant is so popular with Seoul’s citizens that during dinnertime customers normally have to wait 30 minutes to be seated, but it’s definitely worth the wait.