The Gwanghwamun area in Seoul is a representative office-dense district where you can often see numerous office workers heading out for lunch. To meet this demand, the underground shopping malls of large buildings in the Gwanghwamun area offer a variety of restaurants. “Royal Building Underground Shopping Mall, Obong Sikdang” Obong Sikdang is a restaurant located in the underground shopping mall ...
The Gwanghwamun area is one of Seoul’s representative office districts, making it natural to find a variety of restaurants nearby. From simple eateries where you can grab a quick meal to places where you can enjoy delicious meat in a rather sophisticated atmosphere, there’s a wide range of options. “Upscale Hanwoo Beef Restaurant, Samjeong Hanu” “Samjeong Hanu” is also a ...
In the Gumi Hardware Market, there’s a well-known local restaurant that’s praised for its good value. It’s called ‘Pungwon Sikdang’ and it’s located in the basement restaurant area of the Gumi Hardware Market building. You have to enter the underground shopping area, and finding the entrance can be a bit tricky, making it somewhat challenging to locate the restaurant. “Gumi’s ...
If you head north from Pohang Jukdo Market, you’ll come across a street called “Ggotmalo.” This street is located near Pohang Central Academy Theater and the Central Police Station in Jungang-dong, Pohang. In the past, this area used to be the economic and cultural hub of Pohang. However, due to urban planning changes and the resulting urban consolidation, vacant spaces ...
Pohang’s Jukdo Market is a representative traditional market in Pohang. Jukdo, one of the names associated with Pohang, means “island” where “bamboo” used to grow abundantly. Pohang is a city created by filling the space between islands, and you can find many place names ending in “do,” indicating islands, in its designations. “Jukdo Market: 24-Hour Crab and Sashimi Street” Within ...
When it comes to representative dishes that come to mind when mentioning Andong, “Jjimdak” is likely one of them. Other than that, “Gangodeung-eo (salted mackerel), Andong Soju” might also come to mind. Since I was visiting Andong, I thought I must try Andong Jjimdak before leaving. Fortunately, Andong has an area called “Jjimdak Alley,” where you can find various Jjimdak ...
Pohang Jukdo Market is a traditional market representing Pohang City. “Jukdo” in the name refers to an island where bamboo used to grow abundantly, meaning “bamboo island.” Pohang is a city created by landfilling between islands, so you can find many place names ending in “island” in the area. “Pohang Jukdo Market: 24-Hour Crab and Sashimi Street” Pohang Jukdo Market ...
Neungrado is a restaurant that specializes in “Pyeongyang cold noodles.” They reinterpret the traditional mildly flavored Pyeongyang cold noodles in a modern style, adding a unique and rich broth, which has gained popularity. You can find the original Neungrado location near Seopangyo, and they have expanded their business as a franchise, making it accessible in several locations. I recently visited ...
Daehangno, known as the street of youth and one of Seoul’s representative date spots, is filled with various restaurants and cafes. As it’s considered the mecca of theater, you can often find couples who have watched a play, had a meal, and spent time at a cafe in this area. I recently had the opportunity to have dinner with old ...
Near Seoul National University Station on Line 2, there’s a popular spot called “Saroosugil.” It’s an area with various restaurants and cafes, often considered a go-to dating spot for young people. While you can find a variety of restaurants here, you might feel a bit hesitant about trying raw fish due to its relatively high price compared to other options. ...
Sindorim boasts an “International Food Street” where you can find various eateries offering a wide range of cuisines. It’s a place where you can easily locate restaurants serving delicious food. However, despite its name, “International Food Street,” you’ll find that most of the restaurants here specialize in dishes commonly known to us rather than a diverse range of international cuisines. ...
When you walk up the hill towards the direction of Gwanak-gu Office from Seoul National University Station, you can find various restaurants along the roadside. Especially, you can find many Chinese restaurants, ranging from the famous “Hong Kong Banjeom” endorsed by Baek Jong-won to various local Chinese restaurants. You can particularly find numerous restaurants specializing in Chinese cuisine across the ...