Located in Insa-dong, “Gaesung Mandu Palace” is a longstanding mandu (dumpling) specialty restaurant that has been passed down for three generations since its inception in 1970 by Grandma Lim Myeong-suk, originally from Gaesung. The restaurant’s signature dish combines a light broth with generously filled Gaesung-style mandu, captivating the palates of its customers. It is particularly well-known in Insa-dong. “Three Generations ...
“Blooming Flowers, Rice” is a restaurant located in Insa-dong. It offers a clean and healthy meal using only eco-friendly organic ingredients for health-conscious modern individuals. From ingredients to interior design and attention to detail in every corner, you can feel the care put into this place. Operated directly by a disabled persons’ corporation, this restaurant receives supplies only from organic ...
The Gwanghwamun area is known as one of Seoul’s prominent business districts, offering a plethora of dining options nearby. One such restaurant, “Chef Park Chan-il’s Gwanghwamun Pork Soup,” is located near Gwanghwamun Station, just across from the Chosun Ilbo building. “Renowned Chef Park Chan-il’s Establishment: Gwanghwamun Pork Soup” Gwanghwamun Pork Soup is a well-known establishment operated by Chef Park Chan-il, ...
Currently located in Myeongdong, “Hadongkwan” is renowned as a beef soup restaurant. It started in Suha-dong, Cheonggyecheon in 1939 and has been operated for over 80 years, spanning three generations. On June 1, 2007, due to the Cheonggyecheon Urban Redevelopment Project, the restaurant relocated to its current position at the entrance of Myeongdong, behind the Exchange Bank, and has been ...
While pork rice soup is typically known for its unclear broth, these days you can find versions with a more transparent broth in various places. Located in a small alley near Hapjeong Station in a residential area, “Okdong Sik” is a restaurant that, despite its small size, has gained popularity for its specialty – pork rice soup. “Seoul Hapjeong Pork ...
When it comes to Kalguksu (hand-cut noodles) in Myeongdong, the first restaurant that comes to mind is undoubtedly “Myeongdong Gyoja.” Myeongdong Gyoja originated from “Jangsu Jang,” a hanok (traditional Korean house) converted into a Kalguksu restaurant in Sooha-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul, in 1966. At that time, Myeongdong Gyoja developed its own style of Kalguksu, featuring a broth made from chicken and ...
Around Mapo and Gongdeok stations, you can find many restaurants steeped in history. Yukjeon Hoegwan is one such restaurant with a rich heritage. Originally a small traditional Korean restaurant across from Yongsan Station, it later relocated near Gongdeok Station. This move was prompted by redevelopment around Yongsan Station, marking a transition for the restaurant. It has been operated continuously for ...
Around Seoul’s Mapo and Gongdeok stations, you can find various renowned eateries. The Mapo and Gongdeok areas are representative office-dense areas of Seoul, and Gongdeok Market is known for its diverse range of eateries. It’s easy to find well-known restaurants nearby. Particularly in Mapo, there’s a place famous for being one of the top three seolleongtang (ox bone soup) restaurants: ...