Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

           


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

Cafe How serves a wide variety of food and beverages. It is, however, more than just an eatery; it is a cultural space filled with various natural elements. The first floor, featuring a hanok (Korean house) style yard, is designed with an Asian motif, while the second floor, with a terrace and a rooftop garden, is designed in a western style. The cafe also has furniture, paintings and accessories brought in from different countries around the world.


Busan(Dongnae-gu) , Dongnae Hot Spring Zone・Busan University

Dongnae Halmae Pajeon (동래할매파전) has preserved the distinctive taste of its Dongnae Pajeon (Korean pancake) for four generations and has even been designated Busan Folk Restaurant No. 1. Dongnae Pajeon, rumored to have been presented to the king long ago, is made from a combination of glutinous and non-glutinous rice flour and contains various kinds of seafood, beef, and fresh green onions making for a tender and slightly sweet taste. In addition to Dongnae Pajeon, main menu items include Mushroom Pajeon and Nurungji Tangsu (browned rice stew with seafood). The restaurant also offers set menus (Ttugisang and Ttumisang) for customers to get a taste of a wider selection of dishes.  


Seoul(Yongsan-gu) , Itaewon・Yongsan

Gangwonjeong has been around for about 20 years, and is famous for its samgyetang (chicken ginseng soup). The flavor of the broth and tenderness of the chicken are exceptional. Chicken is stuffed with sweet rice, dates, chestnuts, ginko nuts, ginseng, and whole garlic cloves of garlic and garnished with shredded spring onions, sunflower seeds, and black sesame seeds. Kimchi makes the best accompaniment.    


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

Piyangkong Halmani serves dishes made with Korean bean ground in a traditional stone grinder by a grandmother from Pyeongyang.  


Seoul(Gangnam-gu) , Apgujeong・Cheongdamdong

Oh Tongyoung offers fresh seafood dishes with seafood directly delivered from the ocean. ​


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

Palpal Minmul Jangeo (also called as Palpal Freshwater Eel) is a 30-year old restaurant specializing in dishes made with eel. Many people come to the restaurant to enjoy the savory and delicate taste of freshwater eel marinated with the restaurant’s novelty sauce that has been developed for 30 years.


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

The chef of Samcheonggak Korean restaurant religiously insists on maintaining the authentic taste of Korean cuisine and culture, combining passion and 30 years of cooking experience to present diners with the genuine taste of Korea. Traditional Korean dishes presented with Korean-style service ensure visitors a cultural experience as well as a satisfying meal.The Samcheonggak (삼청각) Korean restaurant is located on the first floor of Ilhwadang and offers a scenic view of the mountains. For special occasions, book one of the five private rooms and celebrate with a Korean meal set full of flavor and tradition.


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.


Gyeongsangbuk-do(Andong-si)

Mammoth Bakery, serving fresh baked goods for the last 40 years, has been recommanded by Michelin Green Guide South Korea. The most popular items are seasonal pies (strawberry pies and blueberry pies), cream cheese bread, and citron pound cake. Macaroons, morning breads and cakes are also customer favorites.