Food/Restaurant List

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.

Myeongdongwon is situated in Jeongnam Shopping Mall, one of Myeongdong's main shopping attractions, and it carries various goods like cosmetics, bags, hangwa (traditional Korean sweets), and tax-free items. It also offers various traditional dishes like han-jeongsik (Korean set course menu) all in one place.

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 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.

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.    

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.

The city of Cheonan is famous for hodu-gwaja as the region has long been a major producer of hodu (walnut). The origin of hodu-gwaja can be traced back to when bread and baking was first introduced to Korea. From then on, hodu-gwaja became a popular tasty treat that is often bought as a present by those visiting Cheonan. This sweet snack is generally shaped like a walnut, with a sweet red bean filling and either a whole or half walnut inside. However, Cheonan Yennal Hodu-gwaja makes their hodu-gwaja in a slightly different way. Their 60-year-old recipe uses domestically processed wheat flour and peeled white beans for a smoother texture. Cheonan Yennal Hodu-gwaja's direct management store in Myeong-dong offers great treats for everyone without having to travel to Cheonan.  

Leegachon Myeong-dong Branch is a specialty restaurant featuring Galbi (marinated and grilled beef ribs). A combination of the restaurant’s own special sauce, pure bronze gridiron, and oak tree charcoal creates a unique taste beloved by visitors and locals alike. The spicy galbi jjim (braised beef ribs) is another restaurant specialty.                    

Located in Millak-dong, Suyeong-gu, Busan, Millak Raw Fish Town is a hoe (raw fish) restaurant with a window view of Gwangalli Beach and Gwangandaegyo Bridge. You may purchase fish on the 1st floor and then go to one of the restaurants located from the 2nd floor through the 10th floor. They will cut your fish and serve it with red pepper paste sauce and some side dishes for a small charge. Here you can buy raw fish at reasonable prices. You may want to buy some fish to enjoy on the beach. - 1st floor is for selling fish - 2nd – 10th floors are for eating the fish (red pepper paste sauce is served at some cost) If you don’t buy fish on the first floor, you can still have fish at the restaurants on the second through tenth floors.

A Taste of Korean Street Food in Myeongdong: Shinsegae Tteokbokki A Culinary Tradition Spanning 46 Years With over 46 years of history, Shinsegae Tteokbokki has long been cherished by both locals and visitors to Seoul. Frequently featured on various TV programs and media outlets, this time-honored eatery has earned a solid reputation, attracting domestic and international tourists looking to experience authentic Korean flavors. Experience Local Korean Cuisine For those visiting Seoul and eager to sample Korean street food, Shinsegae Tteokbokki in Myeongdong offers a convenient and reliable choice. Myeongdong is known for its shopping, dining, and close proximity to many of Seoul’s popular tourist attractions, making this location ideal for first-time visitors. Menu and Pricing * Tteokbokki: 5,000 KRW * Sundae (Korean blood sausage): 5,000 KRW * Mandu (dumplings): 3,000 KRW * Odeng (fish cake): 3,000 KRW Practical and Accessible The restaurant’s straightforward menu is suitable for newcomers to Korean cuisine. Nestled in Myeongdong’s tourist-friendly area, Shinsegae Tteokbokki makes it easy to incorporate a taste of local street food into your Seoul itinerary. A Simple Stop on Your Travel Route Whether you’re browsing nearby shops, exploring K-Beauty products, or just passing through Myeongdong, a visit to Shinsegae Tteokbokki offers a grounded introduction to everyday Korean flavors. Add this stop to gain a more authentic understanding of Seoul’s culinary scene, enriched by decades of tradition and media acclaim.