In the hub of transportation in the northwest of Seoul, you can find “Mesena Polis” near Hapjeong Station. Mesena Polis is a complex apartment located in Hapjeong, combining residential and commercial spaces to create a unique atmosphere. Completed in 2012, Mesena Polis stands out with a design reminiscent of a canyon, providing a distinctive experience different from other shopping malls ...
In Hapjeong, Seoul, you can discover a cafe street. From the narrow alley behind Exit 4 of Hapjeong Station on Subway Line 2, extending to the distance between Sangsu Station and Hongdae KT&G Sangsangmadang Hongdae Branch, is known as the cafe street. Hapjeong Cafe Street offers a variety of unique cafes. However, this time, I visited a cafe in Hapjeong, ...
Bongpiyang has earned a place in the Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand, signifying a restaurant offering excellent food at reasonable prices. The main branch is located at 1-4 Yangjae-daero 71-gil, Songpa-gu, Seoul. As Bongpiyang has expanded through franchise operations, you can experience a similar taste at any of its branches, not just the main one. “Introduction to Bongpiyang by the Michelin ...
Lotte World stands as Seoul’s premier theme park, located in Jamsil. Its official name is “Lotte World Adventure.” “Opened in 1989, Lotte World Theme Park” Lotte World Adventure, an indoor theme park, officially opened its doors on July 12, 1989. It was fully established on March 24, 1990, with the opening of Magic Island in Lotte World. The total investment ...
Paris Baguette is South Korea’s largest bakery franchise, operated under the SPC Group. It started as Paris Croissant in 1986 and expanded under the name Paris Baguette in 1988. It has become a easily recognizable bakery throughout South Korea, often being the first brand that comes to mind when thinking of bakeries in the country. “Paris Baguette’s Guinness World Record” ...
Mom’s Touch is a South Korean hamburger and chicken franchise brand. It is a fast-food brand in South Korea that follows the likes of McDonald’s, Lotteria, and Burger King. It originated from the idea of creating a local fast-food restaurant by the Haemaru company, which operated the international chicken brand Popeyes. Mom’s Touch has gradually expanded its number of stores ...
When visiting the vicinity of Gangnam Station or Nonhyeon Station in Seoul, finding a place to eat can be challenging. These areas might lack information about good restaurants, and since the Gangnam area is often visited alone, finding a place for a simple meal is not always easy. I found myself near Nonhyeon Station for work, and as lunchtime approached, ...
On July 27, 1999, Starbucks landed in South Korea by opening its first store in front of Ewha Womans University. Initially, there were controversies due to coffee being more expensive than a meal, but now Starbucks has firmly established its presence in South Korea. Becoming a global company following McDonald’s, Starbucks created a new global index, the Starbucks Index, following ...
Recently, unmanned operated stores can be found in various places. Especially near university campuses, these types of stores are easily accessible. The younger generation, accustomed to doing things themselves, tends to naturally gravitate towards places where prices are lower, even if it involves a bit of effort. “Seoul Yonsei-dong Self-Service Print Shop, Print Cafe 24” You can find such unmanned ...
The Gwanghwamun area in Seoul is known for being a densely populated office district, attracting numerous office workers. It’s a place where you can find various restaurants and cafes to meet the demands of these workers. Amidst large franchise cafes like Starbucks and budget-friendly cafe brands like “Paikdabang,” there are also independently owned and uniquely charming cafes. “Small Cafe in ...
Located in Insa-dong, “Gaeseong Mandu Gung” is a dumpling specialist that originated from Gaeseong and has been passed down through three generations since its inception in 1970 by Grandma Im Myeong-suk. Known for its clear broth and generously filled Gaeseong-style dumplings, this restaurant captures the taste buds of customers and is particularly well-known in Insa-dong. However, Gaeseong Mandu Gung is ...
In Vietnamese noodle soup restaurants, you can often find places with “Pho” in their names. Since Vietnamese refer to noodle soup as “Pho,” it naturally becomes a common element in the names of these establishments. Most Vietnamese noodle soup places in Korea also feature “Pho” in their names. “Pho Thin” is one such place among these noodle soup spots. Operating ...