Hadongkwan is a 70-year-old restaurant in Myeong-dong, Jongno-gu. This restaurant first opened in the 1930s, and serves only two items: Gomtang and Suyuk. And there are only two side dishes: kkakdugi (radish kimchi) and kimchi. Unlike other restaurants, Hadongkwan serves its soup in a brass pot. The broth of the soup seems thin but the taste is delicious and thick. The soup is made of 100% natural ingredients and free of artificial additives.

Originating from the law of eating food at Buddhist temples, Barugongyang (발우공양) refers to the act of eating as part of practicing discipline and self-control. Barugongyang in Jong-no is a Buddhist cuisine experience center established by the Cultural Corps of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism with the aim of promoting Buddhist culture as well as the very practice of Barugongyang. The center serves healthy vegetarian traditional dishes, and offers lessons of Barugongyang to take time while eating, to appreciate food using the five senses, and not to waste any food.    

‘Dombe Meat,’ whose name stems from Jeju dialect and means ‘steamed and sliced pork served on chopping board,’ is a widely popular traditional Jeju Island dish.Dombedon restaurant, introduced in a MBC program, only uses meat from black pigs raised on Jeju Island. The meat is not only tasty, but is also low in fat, high in nutrition, and is said to be beneficial for health and beauty purposes—making it especially popular among women.To preserve local flavor and taste, the restaurant prepares its meat using traditional cooking methods, as opposed to simply grilling the meat like many restaurants in the downtown area do. Thanks to these traditional cooking methods and the power of word-of-mouth, Dombedon has become a must-visit attraction of the region. In addition to the famous dombe meat, the restaurant offers an array of dishes including grilled black-skinned pork, dolsot bibimbap, and chef’s cold noodle.

Sinchon Seolleongtang is located in Gonghang-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon. The Selleongtang’s broth is very thick but has light flavor because it contains no artificial additives. Popular items at the restaurant are Kkori Jjim, Dogani Suyuk and Kkori Gomtang.    

It revives the traditional Korean Bulgogi recipe that has been passed down for three generations. Using good-quality Korean beef fillet, the dishes make you experience the true taste of Gwangyang bulgogi roasted on a charcoal burner. Scorched rice and cold noodles are also delicious, as well as other side dishes.*Best Korean Restaurant as designated by The Seoul Metropolitan Government.

Located in Shinsadong's Garosu-gil, Sona offers pleasure to both eyes and taste buds. With a hint of traditional French collaborated into American-style desserts, an expert patisserie prepares a dessert course on the spot.

Yeyije (예이제) is a Korean restaurant located across from Paradise Hotel in Haeundae, Busan. ‘Yeije’ is a combination of the Korean words ‘Yey,’ meaning ‘ancient times’ and ‘Ije,’ meaning ‘now.’ True to its name, the restaurant is decorated with a harmonic blend of traditional and modern elements.The major course menu, Gungjung Hanjeongsik (court-style traditional Korean food set) consists of Kkotsal Galbi (grilled bottom sirloin), grilled natural pine mushrooms, Tteokgalbi (grilled short rib meat patties), Daeha jjim (steamed king prawn), and Sinseollo (court-style casserole). All dishes, from appetizer to dessert, are cooked with only natural ingredients.Thanks in part to its convenient location near Haeundae, Ye Ije is visited by many tourists and international guests.

BuonaSera is a new well-being restaurant serving authentic Italian food, embodying the harmonization of both modern and classical cultures, fashion, and art of Italy. The restaurant was set up with the assistance of Italy's best food/restaurant/brand specialists and serves high-grade food cooked by Chef Paolo de Maria and Korea's Italian cuisine specialists. BuonaSera provides a small community expressing an Italian way of life, rather than a typical restaurant with great food and service.

Hard Rock Cafe Seoul is located at the iconic Lotte World Mall in Jamsil, one of Seoul's greatest new landmarks. Enjoy an unobstructed panoramic view of Seoul and Seokchon Lake from your table.The restaurant even has a retail shop as your enter, as well as a bar and live performances from house bands as well as other well-known international and local musicians. The posh restaurant boasts various cuisines, from their legendary home-made burgers to exquisite Korean inspired dishes hand crafted by internationally renowned chefs. The shop sells world famous Hard Rock merchandise, such as various collectibles and T-shirts.Philanthropy is a big part of Hard Rock culture. Some of the biggest names in music, such as Bon Jovi, John Lennon, Shakira, and Green Day, have participated in their Signature Series T-shirt and pins program. A large part of the proceeds from these items go to the artist’s favorite charity. The latest Signature Series collection was designed by 7-time Grammy Award winning artist Rihanna! High ceilings, a stage for live music, a dance floor, and state-of-the-art music equipment come together to create an unforgettable memory for you.

Ojangdong Hamheung Naengmyeon’s feature menu item is Hamheung-naengmyeon (Pyeongyang-style chilled buckwheat noodles), a delicacy of North Korea’s Hamgyeongdo region, and has continued to receive wide popularity since 1953. Their diverse menu consists of Hamheung-naengmyeon, mul-naengmyeon (buckwheat noodles in a chilled broth), wangmandu (large steamed dumplings), and more.Hamheung-naengmyeon is a specialty dish that was passed down from Hamgyeongdo long ago, where the cold noodles are made with starch, then mixed with red pepper paste and raw skate. If the dish is too spicy for your taste, try eating it with muchojeorim (shredded radish in vinegar) to cool your tongue. The muchojeorim is a side dish that can be refilled, free of charge.Other popular menu items include mul-naengmyeon, bibim-naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles mixed with red pepper paste), and the enormously large wangmandu stuffed with meat and vegetables.