4.5/2
Seoul(Jung-gu) , Myeongdong

Baekje Samgyetang has been serving delicious pots of samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup) for the past 40 years in Myeong-dong, where it is crowded with people. The restaurant had been introduced in various books and magazines and was also featured on television programs. Many tourists are drawn due to the widespread media coverage of the restaurant. Statistically, about 80% of the restaurant's customers are from Japan and China.    


5.0/1
Seoul(Mapo-gu) , Yeouido・Yeongdeungpo・Mapo

The restaurant sells Seoul-style bulgogi frequently featured in Korean gourmet programs. This restaurant's signature menu is bulgogi. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jung-gu, Seoul.  


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

The Yangjae branch of Costco opened in 2000 and is the largest branch of Costco. This branch offers a variety of domestic products, imported goods, and its own brand (PB), Kirkland, at wholesale prices. Costco’s most popular items are fashion apparel, fresh meats, wine, and frozen goods. The store is extremely popular with Koreans and foreigners alike.The Yangjae branch is open daily from 9:00am to 10:00pm, but is closed on January 1 and Chuseok.


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

Frisbee is the largest Apple Premium Reseller in Korea with several branches nationwide. Popular items among the young crowds of the Hongdae area include iPhones and iPads and their various accessories. The Customer Service Center is located on the third floor.


Seoul(Jung-gu)

At Jungbu Market, a wide assortment of dried food such as laver, seaweed, anchovies, yellow corbinas, squid, pollack, and dried filefish fillets are available at low prices. Known for both wholesale and retail sales, Jungbu Market offers goods at prices 20-30% lower than those found at other markets. Each store only sells one or two types of seafood products, allowing for easy price comparison and top quality goods. Popular products include dried filefish fillets, laver, and Pollack. As of late, processed food has also started to make its way into the market. The market is also a popular site for buying food items used in ancestral rites and general home goods. The market opens at 4am and most stores close around 5pm. By 6pm the market grounds are quiet and inactive, so make sure to go before 3pm so that you have enough time to shop and look around.      


Seoul(Gangnam-gu) , Apgujeong・Cheongdamdong

"Halago" is a Spanish word that, roughly translated, means "joy" or "delight." The restaurant Halago is part of the food brand SPA and it is a truly global restaurant, with a menu featuring cuisine from around the world at a reasonable price. At Halago, diners can enjoy typical dishes, street food, and drinks from countries such as Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Japan, the USA, Spain, Italy, Australia and Korea. Diners can enjoy a midnight street feast at Halago! Enjoy global cuisine and atmosphere with friends and family on the Hangang River in Apgujeong.  


Seoul(Jongno-gu)

Opened in 1979, Kukjae Embroidery specializes in embroidered crafts using Korean traditional patterns. Every product is handicrafted, delicate, and elegant. Kukjae Embroidery is known as a frequent destination of foreign dignitaries. It offers a seminar in which international tourists can learn how to make embroidered crafts.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Sewoon Electonics Department Store was famous for electronic goods as the sole electronic shop before Yongsan Electronics Department Store was built. The scale doesn’t meet that of Yongsan Mall but its location in the heart of downtown Seoul, as well as their 10 years of fame have worked to keep a strong customer base. The department store is divided into two parts: Areas in Jongno (‘Ga’ dong; Hyeondae and Asea) and Euljiro (‘Na’ dong) are situated between Cheonggyecheon-ro Street. Electronic devices are available in Jongno section throughout approximately 320 stores from 1 to 4 floors. On the first floor, home and lifestyle electronic goods including irons, hair dryers, telephones, razors as well as gas stoves, various heaters, kitchen tools and more are sold. On the second floor, visitors can find televisions, fridges, laundry machines, audio & video devices. On the third floor, newlyweds can buy their electronic goods and appliances for the kitchen. Also, computers and related devices and parts are available on the fourth floor. It offers relatively cheap prices compared with electronic goods sold at Yongsan.  


5.0/2
Seoul(Jung-gu) , Euljiro・Chungmuro・Namsan

Pan-fried beef (bulgogi) and cold noodles (naengmyeon) are popular dishes with simple and savory flavors that bring customers back to Woolaeoak (우래옥) time and time again. While keeping close to its 60-year-old roots, the restaurant has entered the U.S market and continues to globalize its dishes.* Best Korean Restaurant as designated by The Seoul Metropolitan Government


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Youngpoong Bookstore has six branches as well as an on-line bookstore. Of those, the most famous branches are the Jongno and the Gangnam stores. Since both places are connected to the subway station, the location is very convenient. The Youngpoong Bookstores are not ordinary bookstores. They are exclusive cultural centers that carry all kinds of cultural products. The Jongno branch, located in the Youngpoong Building is spread out over two floors. There are roughly one million books to choose from here. Various kinds of stationary are also available and you can also enjoy fast food at several adjoining restaurants. At the record shop you can listen to the latest Korean hit songs. Since you can reserve tickets there for events and performances, if you see something on the posters that interest you, you can purchase them on the spot. At the large bookstore you will find quite a number of people reading books. Facilities for visitors such as photocopy machines, a gift-wrap center and photography studios are on hand. Outside the bookstore, the streets are directly connected to the areas of Jongno and Euljiro. As one of the most intricate places in Seoul, Jongno offers many places to eat and enjoy oneself. Euljiro has so many buildings that it actually seems like a forest of buildings. If you follow these buildings you will soon find yourself in the area of Myeongdong, another Mecca for shoppers.The Youngpoong Book store in Gangnam is located in the basement of Central City's Young Plaza, the area's giant shopping mall. It is 3600 pyong (pyong = 2.2 m2), roughly 600 pyong larger than the Jongno store. It provides all the latest cultural information and features a book café, event hall, magazine plaza, and information center. Even those not wishing to purchase any books can still spend time enjoying the atmosphere. Central City Plaza also has a lot to offer visitors seeking enjoyment: a department store, movie theater, hotel, car exhibition, game room, record shop, sauna, international conference rooms, bank, post office, medical center, and food courts. Therefore if you feel bored staying inside the bookstore, you can always get out and enjoy the many other activities on hand. The Express Bus Terminal is also connected to the bookstore. You may want to buy a book for your bus ride to the countryside.