Seoul(Jongno-gu)

Dawon is a tea house that operates in a hanok (traditional Korean house). Located in the busy tourist area of Insa-dong, this place offers the visitors a moment to relax and find peace in the city. When seated, greenery and flowers in the private garden make for a nice view while sipping tea and snacking on Korean desserts like assorted ttoek (rice cakes). There are many teas available, with more than 15 varieties, all of which originate from Korea. Dawon's peaceful atmosphere and authentic experience make it a must visit for anyone in the Insa-dong area.


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

Hirameki presents Kaiseki courses of authentic Japanese cuisine along with sake. In order to stay true to the original taste, Hirameki carefully selects only the highest quality ingredients and has special cooking methods, for recipes that exude flavor. It also has thorough health control standards. All of the restaurant's dishes are prepared by a head chef who has proven his skill as a Kaiseki chef in Japan, raising the bar for outstanding taste and beautiful delicacies. Dishes are accompanied by a choice of more than 20 different types of fragrant sakes.


Seoul(Gangnam-gu)

Located in the between Garosu-gil in Sinsa-dong and Apgujeong Station, Dduksim Hanu – Apgujeong Branch is famous among local visitors as well as foreign visitors. Supplied with products from the main office, the fresh beef, including special parts of beef and the cuts especially suitable for being grilled, are provided at reasonable prices. Unlike usual meat restaurants, the interior is like a café, featuring a cozy ambience perfect for attracting foreign visitors.


Incheon(Jung-gu) , Incheon Center

Yejeon is considered to be one of the establishments responsible for creating Wolmido Island’s café culture. Located in the middle of Wolmido's Munhwa Street (Culture Street), this English-style red-brick castle offers an authentic traditional British atmosphere in Korea. Yejeon brings guests the experience of British culture as well as a marvelous marine view. Remember to try their top-quality food and enjoy great service in midst of a remarkable atmosphere.


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

Saladian is a restaurant that specializes in salad dishes, serves vegetarian food, and is recommended by the Seoul Government. The name is a newly-coined word that means a person who loves salad. The portion size of their salads makes for a filling meal, and you can add more toppings and other condiments as well. The restaurant chooses the freshest and healthiest ingredients, and they use pasta made of 100% semolina. Their pasta with olive oil is the most popular item besides the salads.


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

Loved by fans from all over Asia, Super Junior has been an A-list K-pop star for almost a decade now. A lesser known fact about the group is that the charming and witty member Kim Hee-chul has refined interest in food. One of the restaurants in Seoul that he has recommended is Solbin Superdog located in the Apgujeong Rodeo Street. On the menu are tacos, hot dogs and rice bowls. The foodie K-pop singer’s favorite menu item is the spicy dog, which is extremely hot yet highly addictive. The signature dish is the galbi (grilled beef ribs) rice, which comes with nachos, sour cream, jalapeño peppers and vegetables.  


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

Twenty Four Seasons presents seasonal Korean cuisines inspired by the 24 solar terms of seasonal divisions used for effective farming in the past. The restaurant brings out innovative flavors using Korea's traditional cooking methods.  


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(Jung-gu) , Euljiro・Chungmuro・Namsan

Located in Mugyo-dong in Jung-gu, Seoul, Chamsutgol (참숯골) is an upscale restaurant serving hanu beef dishes. The restaurant uses only top quality hanu beef from young cattle (two years old or younger) raised on farms in Jeolla-do Province. For freshness and tenderness, the restaurant serves only fresh meat (not frozen) of A+ grade or higher. To bring out its juiciness and tenderness, the meat is grilled on a charcoal fire.The elegant ambience and décor and the variety of rooms in different sizes make the restaurant a favorite choice for special events. It is also regularly visited by international tourists. Popular dishes are the sirloin steak and marinated ribs, doengjang soup, and yeongyang dolsotbap (rice served in a hot stone bowl).