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The area around Gwangmyeong Cheolsan Station can be considered a representative pottery commercial district. A central shopping district has formed around Cheolsan Station, and most of the surrounding areas are residential, with densely packed apartments, making it one of the prime commercial districts. Thanks to this, you can find various restaurants, cafes, general stores, and academies in the vicinity. “Dakgalbi ...

On July 27, 1999, Starbucks landed in South Korea with its first store in front of Ewha Womans University. Initially, there were controversies due to coffee being pricier than a meal, but now Starbucks has firmly established itself in South Korea. It has also become a global company, following in the footsteps of McDonald’s, creating a new global index alongside ...

While the area in front of Seoul National University Entrance Station exudes a bustling city vibe, surprisingly, you won’t find franchises like McDonald’s. However, there’s a place that can satisfy your cravings – LotteRia. Without LotteRia, finding fast food like burgers near Seoul National University Entrance would be quite challenging, so we’re fortunate to have it. (If you’re looking for ...

The “Seoul International Finance Center” in Yeouido, Seoul, is a building established in 2012. The building is named “IFC SEOUL,” with its English name written as “International Finance Centre Seoul.” IFC consists of four buildings, namely “One IFC, Two IFC, Three IFC, and Conrad Seoul Hotel.” IFC is an international business district and shopping mall located in Yeouido. It is ...

The “Seoul International Finance Center” in Yeouido, Seoul, is a building established in 2012. The building is named “IFC SEOUL,” with its English name written as “International Finance Centre Seoul.” IFC consists of four buildings, namely “One IFC, Two IFC, Three IFC, and Conrad Seoul Hotel.” IFC is an international business district and shopping mall located in Yeouido. It is ...

Having transformed into a global corporation, Starbucks has become a readily accessible cafe in various locations throughout South Korea. It has become one of the most popular cafes easily found in major areas. Near Seoul National University Entrance, you can find three Starbucks locations. Right in front of Exit 5 of Seoul National University Station, you’ll find the “Seoul National ...

If you venture into the alley behind Exit 10 of Sadang Station, you’ll find a variety of restaurants and cafes. This area, often called the ‘Sadang Station Food Alley,’ is known for its cost-effective eateries. Furthermore, if you explore a bit further, you’ll come across a market. Around Sadang Station, you can also discover restaurants and cafes with excellent value ...

There is a rather sophisticated grill restaurant near Namseong Station. It’s called ‘Baekje Galbi,’ and it exudes a high-end vibe even from a distance. True to its name, Baekje Galbi offers a variety of meat dishes, ranging from prime rib to pork belly and hanwoo sirloin. Baekje Galbi boasts a long history. It’s one of the relatively older grill restaurants ...

When you enter the side street behind Exit 10 of Sadang Station, you can find various restaurants. It’s easy to find restaurants that offer delicious food at affordable prices. If you’re unsure of what to eat near Sadang Station, you can explore the area and visit a restaurant that catches your eye. “‘Nakji Maeul’, Sadang Station’s Octopus Specialty Restaurant” You ...

Seolbing is a franchise business that originated in Busan, South Korea. Established in 2013, it is a cafe that promotes itself as a “Korean dessert cafe”. The main menu items are Patbingsu (red bean shaved ice) and Injeolmi (rice cake coated with bean flour), offering food items not typically found in traditional cafes. In less than a year, Seolbing achieved ...

The Gwanghwamun area in Seoul is a representative office-dense zone. It’s home to the government’s Seoul City Hall, headquarters of various newspapers, and the corporate offices of major companies. During lunchtime, you can witness numerous office workers coming out to have their meals. Given that it’s a place with many office workers, it’s common to find places selling food that ...

Near Gwanghwamun, you can find various delicious restaurants. To the west from Gwanghwamun Station, you can find an apartment complex called “Gyeonghuigung’s Morning.” If you venture into the alley behind it, you’ll discover a quiet neighborhood, almost like a residential area. Despite the expectation of few restaurants in this area, you can find several hidden ones, including the restaurant “Dotori ...