Jeollanam-do(Mokpo-si)

Yeongan Hoetjip is a raw fish restaurant serving a variety of fish dishes. The most popular dishes are raw croaker fish, spicy croaker fish stew, and live octopus, which is famous in the region.


Jeollanam-do(Damyang-gun)

Damyang, located in Jeollanam-do, is not only famous for its bamboo trees, but is also for its tteokgalbi, or grilled short rib patties. Tteokgalbibonga, known for its signature tteokgalbi, has become quite famous in the area. With its exquisite resemblance to injeolmi (rice cakes coated with powdered soybeans) and the way it melts in your mouth, it’s no wonder Tteokgalbibonga attracts guests from as far as Japan. Tteokgalbi gets its name from its resemblance to rice cakes, or tteok. In addition to its texture, its savory marinade brings out the meaty flavor of tteokgalbi. Aside from their main dish, hanu (Korean beef) tteokgalbi, they also have dwaejigalbi, bulgogi, and galbi tang available, served with regular side dishes of a Korean set menu, even including a dessert. Tteokgalbibonga is often crowded with customers that you’ll likely have to wait in line if you visit for during the evening.


Jeollabuk-do(Iksan-si)

Dongboseong is an authentic Chinese restaurant serving dishes prepared by a number of chefs from China. It has separate rooms and large banquet rooms for group dining.


Jeollabuk-do(Jeongeup-si)

Located near the entrance of Mt. Naejansan, Haneulgwa Sonamu is the best, Western-style family restaurant in Jeongeup. Serving some fine Western dishes, it is the best choice for tourists during the fall. Dining with the grand view of autumn tinted Mt. Naejangsan is just a great way to forget about the tensions of city life. The garden, in the addition to its natural view, is beautifully arranged with historic pine trees and some 30 or more rabbits. First-rate food, sophisticated service and a neat atmosphere are some other reasons to visit.


Jeollabuk-do(Jeonju-si)

Jeonju, also known as the 'flavorful city of Honam region' has a lot to offer when it comes to Korean traditional food as well as royal cuisines. 'Goong' is one restaurant that serves royal cuisine. Located in Jeonju Hanok Village, Goong serves rich, flavorful royal dishes using quality ingredients and natural seasoning from the Honam region. The distinguishable recipes Goong uses came from the late Hwang Hae-seong, who was the master of Korean royal cuisine. These special recipes have been passing down and adding to with the local taste of Jeonju. All cuisines are served in quality brassware made by Lee Bong-ju (Important Intangible Cultural Property holder) who was appointed as one of the country's great cultural assets. Taste the true flavor of Korean cuisine at Goong while visiting Jeonju Hanok Village, which was dubbed ‘Creative City of Gastronomy’ by UNESCO. The place is sure to provide you with a unique and tasty experience with authentic and healthy local food that will please your five senses!


Jeollabuk-do(Jeonju-si)

Damun (다문) is housed in several hanok (traditional Korean buildings) in the Hanok Village of Gyo-dong, Jeonju-si. In business at the same location for over four decades, Damun serves cuisine that is completely free of MSG and made using only fresh seasonal ingredients. All dishes are made to order, ensuring only the freshest quality and taste. The restaurant is famous throughout Jeonju for its simple yet delicious food.


Jeollabuk-do(Namwon-si)

Located in Dalgung Village, Baemsa Valley, Jirisan Mountain, Jirisan Restaurant is famous for its black pork barbeque prepared with locally raised pigs. Black pork is barbequed and served with kimchi ripen over three years. Visitors can enjoy the chewy and flavorful black pork outdoors. Also, visitors can freely enjoy 17 different menus including Sanchaejungshik (full course meal with wild greens), chicken dishes made with locally raised chicken and Maeuntang (spicy soup) and purchase regional products such as Gorosoe mineral water, various kinds of wild greens, Reishi mushrooms and honey. Moreover, this restaurant was introduced on TV as a popular restaurant, so people from all over the country are visiting. In Dalgung Villge where the restaurant is located, there are a lot of accommodations and restaurants, and in the nearby Dalgung Valley, families, travelers or hikers can take a rest.


Jeollabuk-do(Jeonju-si)

Hankookjib literally means 'Korean house.' The restaurant serves Jeonju bibimbap, kongnamul haejangguk (spicy bean sprout soup), sagol gomtang (thick beef bone soup), doenjang jjigae (soybean paste stew), and samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup). Many well-known figures, including former presidents of Korea, have been sited as enjoying the authentic Jeonju bibimbap here.  


Gangwon-do(Chuncheon-si)

Since opening in 1999, the owner of Jasmine has been the talk of the town because of his good nature. He provided food to neighbors in need and offered scholarship money to students from poor families (Gangwondomin Ilbo July 2002, Gangwon Ilbo December 2004, etc…) with the belief that people should share even in general tough times. The owner is very enthusiastic about serving customers the right way. He even hired a Chinese cook for tourists from China and Taiwan who came to Chuncheon because of Hallyu, or the Korean wave. In addition to authentic Chinese dishes for Chinese customers, the restaurant also serves other types of Chinese dishes that suit the tastes of Koreans. With the management philosophy that fresh ingredients are a must in bringing out the best flavor, the restaurant owner uses seafood from Mokpo and vegetables from Chuncheon in preparing delicious Chinese dishes for customers. The owner even holds a meeting every morning with the staff to provide better dishes and service.


Gangwon-do(Sokcho-si)

Opened 20 years ago, Ilchulbong Hoetjip (a raw fish restaurant) has special rooms designated for the comfort of international customers on the second floor and banquet rooms on the third floor. Located near the beach, the restaurant commands a great view of East Sea from the third floor.