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Near Yeongdeungpo District Office, you can find a variety of great restaurants. Being in the vicinity of a government office, it’s natural for a commercial area to form with numerous dining options. This time, I visited a restaurant called “Yugane Haejangguk” because the signboard read “Specialty in Oyster Rice Soup.” “Yeongdeungpo District Office Oyster Rice Soup Specialty: Yugane Haejangguk” While ...

Jeju Eunhee’s Hangover Soup was first opened by Ms. Lee Eunhee in 2002 in Ildo 2-dong, Jeju City, Jeju Island. It’s the original flagship store that has been in operation for 20 years. Originally, “Eunhee’s Hangover Soup” could only be tasted in Jeju Island. However, in 2017, after entering into a franchise agreement with “Hasol FNB,” you can now enjoy ...

Obokmiyeok specializes in seaweed soup. It operates as a franchise, so you can find it not only in Gwanghwamun but also in various locations throughout South Korea. The concept of offering a more elevated version of seaweed soup may seem unusual. Typically, seaweed soup is considered a representative homemade dish. However, the seaweed soup served at Obokmiyeok might have its ...

The area around Gwanghwamun in Seoul is a representative concentration of office buildings. It houses various government offices, including the Seoul Metropolitan Government, as well as the headquarters of several newspapers. During lunchtime, you can see numerous office workers coming out to have their meals. This area is known for its dense concentration of restaurants, making it a fun place ...

The Gwanghwamun area in Seoul is a representative office-dense zone. It houses various government offices including the Seoul City Hall, headquarters of several newspapers, and the buildings of major corporations. During lunchtime, you can see numerous office workers coming out to have their meals. Among them, if you go up north from Gwanghwamun Square, using Seoul Museum of History and ...

The Gwanghwamun area in Seoul is a prominent district known for its concentration of offices. It houses various public institutions, including the Seoul Metropolitan Government, and serves as the location for headquarters of both large and small businesses. As lunchtime approaches, you can witness many office workers having their meals. To meet this demand, numerous restaurants can be found throughout ...

Times Square in Yeongdeungpo, with its expansive size, houses a diverse range of stores. Restaurants can be found throughout Times Square, and due to its large scale, it’s impressive to see a variety of dining options within this complex shopping mall. “Yeongdeungpo Times Square B1 Dining Area, Eonjuok” If you follow the path next to Electromart on B1 of Yeongdeungpo ...

Mulwang Lake (Mulwang Reservoir) is a great place to visit in the Siheung and Ansan area. It may not be fully developed as a park like Ilsan Lake Park or Gwanggyo Lake Park, but it boasts its own unique charm. The unspoiled feel of the undeveloped reservoir actually brings a calming and genuine atmosphere. Around Mulwang Reservoir, you can find ...

In Sindorim, there is an “International Food Street” where various restaurants selling different cuisines can be found. It’s a place where you can easily find restaurants that serve delicious food. “Sindorim, International Food Street, Jeju Eunhee’s Hangover Soup” In the International Food Street in Sindorim, you can find a restaurant called ‘Jeju Eunhee’s Hangover Soup’. Eunhee’s restaurant is known for ...

Obok Miyeok is a franchise restaurant specializing in seaweed soup. In particular, it stands out for its “Flounder Seaweed Soup,” a dish not commonly found elsewhere, and can be found throughout the country. During my recent trip to Busan, after visiting Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, I decided to have lunch at “Obok Miyeok Songjeong Branch.” “Busan Songjeong Station, Obok Miyeok Songjeong ...

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 ...