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.


Seoul(Yongsan-gu)

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.


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Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Samcheongdong・The Northern Part of the Seoul

Café Moon has a trendy interior design and includes a realistic 'moon' mounted on one of the walls. The inside and outside of the café are decorated with hanok designs, designs of traditional Korean houses. The inner courtyard of the grounds is often the stage for a variety of parties and music performances held throughout the year. From the late spring into fall, Café Moon holds musical performances of traditional instruments from around the world. The diners enjoying their meals next to the courtyard need only slide the windows open to let in the beautiful melodies.


Seoul(Yongsan-gu) , Itaewon・Yongsan

This traditionally cozy restaurant has a very quaint and homey feeling. Coupled with exceptional service and a friendly manner, guests will feel as if they were exepriencing first-hand, the devotion of an artisan.


Seoul(Jongno-gu)

Durga serves the best Indian and Nepalese dishes, over 70 different menu items, in a truly authentic Indian atmosphere with top-class service. The restaurant's interior is colored in deep reds, a color loved by the people of Nepal, giving a comfortable atmosphere with a feel of both Nepal and India. Durga presents unique tastes, affordable prices, and a whole new cultural experience to all its diners.


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Euljiro・Chungmuro・Namsan

Ojangdong Heungnamjip has been serving only authentic North Korean style cold noodles (naengmyeon) over the three generations since 1953. It keeps its same taste of various menu such as gogi-hoe-naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles with meat and raw fish), hoe-bibim-naengmyeon (spicy cold buckwheat noodles with raw fish) over 60 years


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Seoul(Gangnam-gu)

In the past, people from the working class would gather around barbecue grills made from drums to enjoy pork belly and a glass of soju with their coworkers after a hard day's work. Such restaurants were also a gathering point for friends and lovers because of the spirit of belonging and comfort that pervaded. As Korea continues to modernize, Saemael Sikdang strives to retain these core values of togetherness and comfort, offering a place where people can get together and simply have a good time.


Seoul(Songpa-gu) , Jamsil(Lotte World)

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        


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Myeongdong

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.


Seoul(Gangnam-gu) , Gangnam・Samseongdong(COEX)

Bulgogi is a Korean word referring to all types of grilled meat. During the 1950s, grilled meat used to be called ‘Seolyameok’ or ‘neobiani’. When introduced to Japan, Bulgogi became known as Yakiniku. Depending on the recipe, both salted or seasoned meat are considered Bulgogi. Bulgogi Brothers is a new Korean food concept restaurant where high quality Bulgogi is served amongst a stylish interior with chic jazz music and sophisticated lighting without the annoyance of smoke. The restaurant offers a wide selection from their menu including different types of local bulgogi dishes (e.g. Gwangyang-style and Eonyang-style), grilled Hanu (Korean-bred beef), cold noodles, bibimbap, and stews. Recently, the restaurant has introduced 13 different kinds of traditional liquor leading the efforts to promote quality Korean traditional liquors to a wider audience.