A Delicious Late Night Excursion in Hongdae

Hongdae(Hongik University Street) is a hip and artistic zone, dotted with dozens of vintage coffee shops and dessert cafés. More than just cafés, Hongdae Café Steet also has pubs, wine bars, and restaurants serving a blend of East and West cuisine. Each establishment is aimed at various themes of youth culture. These businesses are not only popular spots to wine and dine with great eats, but also cultural spaces where visitors can witness the true aspects of modern Korea. The mix of cultures has created a unique atmosphere. Attractions Hongdae (Hongik University Street)     Hongdae is a neighborhood known for its youthful and romantic ambience, underground culture, and freedom of self-expression. Unique cafes, cozy galleries, accessory stores, fashion shops, live cafés and clubs, art markets, and gourmet eateries make this a popular hang-out for local youth and a fascinating place to walk around. These unique places plus the cultural events, street performances, and festivals held here make Hongdae an area that is always packed with people and excitement. Special streets such as ateliers’ street (lined with private institutions for art students preparing for university entrance exams), Picasso’s Street, and Club Street are also must-go places if you’re hoping to fully experience the Hongdae area.   KT&G Sangsangmadang Hongdae     The Sangsangmadang is located right in the middle of the Hongik University district, better known as the Hongdae area. This is the city’s main student area and it’s a cauldron of vibrant energy and creativity. The eleven-story Sangsangmadang building houses a cinema, live performance hall, art gallery, and studio.   Club Evans     Here at Jazz Summit, EVANS, is a place of friendly and open communication. The unique, impromptu performance style at EVANS creates a relaxed atmopshere that makes the walls between people come crumbling down as patrons are swept up in the spirit of the music. To feel the connection, the spur-of-the-moment dynamic energy, the jazz—visit Club EVANS!   What to Eat Gangsu Gopchang(grilled beef tripe) - Hongdae Branch     Located near centum city in Hongdae(Hongik University Street), the center of business and culture of Seoul, Gangsu Gopchang is a designated exemplary restaurant. Only the most strictly selected ingredients are used and only Korean beef tripe are used as the main ingredients. The premium tripe has outstanding texture and is highly nutritious. It is tender at first but the more you chew, the more you will enjoy the crunchy texture and plain but deeply pleasing taste.   Charles Sutbul Gimbap     Charles Sutbul Gimbap, located in Donggyo-dong, is the first brach to open, and since earning popularity among university students, it is now expanding into other areas of Seoul. Their gimbap menu differentiates itself from others through its famous charcoal-grilled spicy pork filling, called the Sutbul Gimbap. Besides hundreds of gimbap items available on the menu, the rice balls are also tasty and large enough to suffice for a meal.   GoGoカルビ     弘大に位置した焼肉用金網も煙筒もない、おしゃれなインテリアを備えた「GoGoカルビ」です. カルビはこんがりと焼き上がって出て、このところ焼肉用金網は宇宙船に似た形の釜だが、中には野菜がたっぷり含まれており、釜のふたで閉じているため水分が飛んでいかず、しっとりした野菜とヤンニョムカルビを味わうことができます。 そして肉を食べるとサイドメニューでカルビチャーハンや味付けカルビを揚げたトンガルビ天ぷらが食べられます。   Oksang Dalbit Hongdae Branch     Oksang Dalbit is a popular chicken restaurant in Hongdae with garlic pepper chicken as its specialty. The fried chicken seasoned with garlic and pepper is sprinkled with vodka then set on fire for about 15 seconds. This fire show not only offers fun but also adds a kick of smoky flavor.   Ttobogetji Tteokbokki Hongdae Branch     Also referred to as “Tto-tteok,” Ttobogetji Tteokbokki is a popular tteokbokki restaurant that has many branches in Hongdae. Upon order, tteok (rice cake), egg, eomuk (fish cake), and three different vegetables are served together with an order of tabletop tteokbokki. Additional menu such as noodles, fried potatoes, and fried rice are also available.   Sobok Hongdae Branch     With its main branch located in Hongdae, Sobok is an ice cream shop that focuses on naturalism. The shop’s interior is designed with shades of white, presenting a light and neat atmosphere overall. Bingsu (shaved ice) and ice cream made of natural ingredients like rice and unpolished rice are served in unique plating.   Sinseon Seolnongtang-Hongdae Branch     Sinseon Seolnongtang is a restaurant specializing in Seolnongtang (ox-bone soup). Thanks to its especially rich and sweet broth, the restaurant has gained in popularity, expanding nationwide. The Myeongdong branch in particular has become a must-visit stop for many Japanese tourists after the restaurant was featured in popular Japanese magazines such as VIVI, With, More, and Mine. An average of 50 Japanese visitors dine at the restaurant daily. *source : KTO(Korea Tourism Organization) www.visitkorea.or.kr 韓国旅行情報のすべて : トリップポーズ   http://www.trippose.com South Korea travel tips and articles : TRIP-PROPOSE      http://en.trippose.com 韩国旅游提示和文章 : TRIP-PROPOSE       http://cn.trippose.com 韓國旅遊提示和文章 : TRIP-PROPOSE       http://tw.trippose.com  /  http://hk.trippose.com