Seoul(Yongsan-gu) , Itaewon・Yongsan

Taco Chilichili serves high-quality taco dishes that are simple, delicious, and reasonably priced. Though food at the restaurant differs somewhat from traditional Mexican cuisine, the quesadillas, and rice-filled burritos will still be sure to tantalize your taste buds. Indoor dining areas are located on the first and second floors of the restaurant; there is also an outdoor dining area on the second floor, where you can enjoy an exotic atmosphere as you eat. The dining area on the first floor only has a few tables and can be noisier, but it also gives diners the unique experience of seeing their food as it’s prepared. For a quieter and more open dining experience, head up to the wider seating sections on the second floor.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

The original name of the Mingadaheon (Min’s Club) was Minikduga (Minikdu’s Home), but it was renamed and remodeled into a fusion restaurant in 2001. Minikduga was designed by Gilryong Park (1898-1943), the pioneer of modern Korean architecture, in 1930. This house, which is located in Gyeongun-dong, is a historical building that helps to understand the changes in Korean architecture. The exterior of the building looks like a traditional Korean house while on the inside it is decorated in a totally modern style. The restaurant is decorated with Victorian furniture and a fireplace. Mingadaheon offers six kinds of Korean style-food and fusion meals for lunch and dinner, three kinds of green tea from Boseong-gun, and eight kinds of handmade rice cakes, Korean tea and Korean cookies are served with the set menu. There are 200 kinds of wine available to choose from.


Seoul(Yongsan-gu)

Between is a lounge/restaurant serving contemporary Italian dishes and a wide selection of cocktails. It features a spacious terrace and plays stylish lounge music.


Seoul(Yongsan-gu)

Kervan is a restaurant specializing in Turkish cuisine, which is widely enjoyed around the world. The kitchen is run by a skilled native chef, and has ovens manufactured with Turkish technology. The interior of the restaurant is decorated with traditional Turkish tiles, giving restaurant patrons the opportunity to sample authentic cuisine and decorative elements of Turkish culture together. The restaurant has also obtained the official Halal Certificate recognition.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Hyoja Bakery is a cozy and small bakery famous for supplying nutritious and healthy baked goods for Cheongwadae (the Blue House), Seoul Government Complex and 10 kindergarten schools. The bakery has been in the same spot for nearly 3 decades, located in Seochon, Jongno-gu. The 24/7 store is 3 stories tall, where the 2nd and 3rd floors are used for producing delicious breads, and the 1st floor is the sales venue. From donuts, to croquettes and bagels, they make a wide variety of delicious breads. Among the many great treats, the most famous is the homemade corn bread filled with sweet corn, minced onion, mushrooms, and bamboo shoots. Although Hyoja does not have point saving cards like many chain stores do, it does offer a lot of free samples, and additional free breads for purchases over 10,000 won. Customers make repeat visits for this kind of service only found at small bakeries like Hyoja.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Sarangchae is located in Insa-dong, one of the most famous neighborhoods visited by tourists. Majority of the restaurant's customers are foreigners, and they offer reasonably priced Korean dishes that are highly popular among foreign visitors.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Located in neighborhood of Insa-dong, the restaurant Nuri represents how traditional Korean-style houses should be remodeled and utilize their own qualities. Foreigners who are not accustomed to taking their shoes off will find this place comfortable thanks to the owner's idea of not having the traditional style of sitting on the floor.The building still has the original hanok style yard and a spacious dining hall often seen in the traditional houses. Standing strong for more than 100 years, the restaurant not only specializes in introducing the charms of hanok buildings, but delicious and healthy dosirak jeongsik (set meal in a traditional lunch box) and traditional teas. Their food is prepared with local specialties delivered directly from farms, which makes it just as healthy as it is tasty.The food is also available in takeout or for delivery service. Favored by Koreans and foreigners alike, the restaurant is busy on year round.


Seoul(Mapo-gu) , Hongik-University-Area

Coffee Libre features hand-dripped coffee as well as chocolate drinks. In addition, they offer a free cup of coffee with every purchase of coffee beans.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Named after the French word for chestnut, Châtaigne is a french restaurant housed in a charming hanok (traditional Korean house) that was remodelled to accommodate dining tables and chairs. Châtaigne uses seasonal ingredients to create simple and unique French dishes.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Located close to Dongdaemun Gate and Cheonggyecheon Plaza, Haruyeonga is a great restaurant for a hearty meal after sightseeing or shopping in the surrounding area.Haruyeonga specializes in meat and typical Korean dinning options, including bibimbap with marinated pork, spicy ribs and doenjang stew (bean paste stew) with lean beef brisket. Their stir-fried small octopus is also popular. The Jeju roasted black pork is another must try dish as it is grilled over hardwood charcoal.