Insadong Garlic Bossam (인사동마늘보쌈)

2026-02-03

12-5 Insadong 8-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Insadong Garlic Bossam is a Korean restaurant nestled in the alleys of Insa-dong. They specialize in dishes like maneul bossam (cabbage wraps with pork and garlic), kimchijjim (braised kimchi), nakji bokkeum (stir-fried octopus), buchujeon (chive pancake), ttukbaegi dubu kimchi (bean curd kimchi hot pot), and more, which are also available as a set menu. On weekdays, the restaurant offers free makgeolli from 11:00 to 14:00.

Jangsu Haneulso Insa-dong Brach (장수하늘소 인사점)

2026-02-03

34-1 Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Located in the heart of Insa-dong, Jongno-gu, Jangsu Haneulso is a premium Korean restaurant specializing in top-tier, Grade 1++ hanu (Korean beef). To ensure the perfect meal, professional staff grill the beef directly at the customer's table. With its mix of private rooms and spacious seating, the restaurant is an excellent choice for family gatherings or group events. While the signature grilled hanu is the highlight, the menu also features a diverse range of traditional dishes, including bulgogi hot pot (jeongol), braised short ribs (galbijjim), and unique beef tartare (yukhoe) dumplings. Its prime location near major Insa-dong landmarks makes it a convenient and sophisticated dining destination for travelers.

Jungbu Hoe Fish Market (중부회수산시장)

2026-02-02

106 Doum 1-ro, Sejong-si

Jungbu Hoe Fish Market, the largest seafood market in Sejong, is known for its wide selection of fresh hoe (sliced raw fish) and seafood dishes, including Pohang-style mulhoe, spicy stew, hoe rice bowls, and king crab, all at reasonable prices. Takeout and delivery are available from 15:00, with dine-in service from 16:00. A separate table-setting fee applies, featuring a generous spread of abalone hoe and grilled abalone, fried shrimp, mackerel, clam soup, corn cheese, and salad.

Gojong’s Garden Mulwang Reservoir Main Branch (고종의정원 물왕저수지본점)

2025-12-16

12 Sanhyeonmaeul-gil, Siheung-si, Gyeonggi-do

Located in Gyeonggi-do, Gojong’s Garden is known for its specialty pork cutlet, which is prepared by the owner every day. The signature menu includes a tender hamburger steak and pork cutlet served with sprouts, adding a crunchy texture. In addition, the ricotta cheese salad and cream soup use seasonal vegetables and fruits, especially locally grown lotus roots. The restaurant is located in front of Mulwang Lake, making it perfect for a stroll after lunch.

Sichuan House (시추안하우스 본점)

2025-12-10

29 Teheran-ro 87-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
02-508-1320

Sichuan House serves over 30 Chinese dishes, featuring fiery chili peppers from Sichuan perfectly balanced with 17 spices from around the world. Since introducing authentic mala food for the first time in Korea in 2009, it offers dishes such as mala hot pot, Sichuan spicy fried chicken, and tan tan noodles. The interior, utilizing brown bricks and black frames, creates an atmosphere reminiscent of the streets of Shanghai.

Texas de Brazil Central City Branch (텍사스 데 브라질 센트럴시티점)

2025-12-02

205 Sapyeong-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6282-5000

Located in Seocho-gu, Texas de Brazil Central City Branch offers 15 different types of churrasco—traditional Brazilian steak barbecue—and 50 varieties of Brazilian dishes. Churrasco refers to meat skewered on a 1.2-meter-long stick and grilled over hard charcoal, making it tender and juicy. The carver also comes to the guest’s table to slice—or "carve"—the meat portions according to the guest’s request. Not only is the food served here a treat for the palate, but for the eyes as well.

Modern Nulang Central City Branch (모던눌랑 센트럴시티점)

2025-12-02

205 Sapyeong-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6282-5005

Setting a romantic and modern atmosphere, Modern Nulang is a Chinese restaurant inspired by the "New Woman" concept from Shanghai's modern history. The restaurant’s design reflects Shanghai’s modern culture in the 1930s, portraying itself as a place that sets trends and is frequented by intelligent, sophisticated women. Decorative elements like a train platform, murals, and antique décor are scattered throughout the space, capturing the aesthetic essence of that era. Even the food served here stays true to the concept, presented in an elegant and romantic fashion. Signature menu items include Modern Nulang Shanghai Roll Platter, Braised Pork Belly with Chinese Buns, and Mint Lime Shrimp.

Carols Main Branch (캐롤스 본점)

2025-12-02

서울특별시 송파구 올림픽로 300 (신천동)

Located in Songpa-gu, Carols is a family restaurant that recreates traditional American meals, complete with a cozy, family-friendly atmosphere. For the older generation, it offers authentic American flavors and the comfort of a family restaurant that they remember visiting with their parents as children. For the younger generation, it offers a retro family restaurant experience that they have never felt before. The menu is full of family favorites like baby back ribs, Monte Cristo, spaghetti, burgers, steaks, and sweet parfaits for dessert, as well as a kids' meal for the little ones, so there's something for everyone.

Modern Shabu House Gwanghwamun D Tower Branch (모던샤브하우스 광화문D타워점)

2025-12-02

17 Jong-ro 3-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Located in Jongno-gu, Modern Shabu House Gwanghwamun D Tower Branch offers a selection of specialty broths to enjoy unlimited beef, pork, and vegetables. The restaurant serves four cuts of pork and beef in every course. The interior is designed with natural materials like earth, stone, and wood, inspired by the fluid process of cooking ingredients like meat and vegetables in a pot. The design reflects the natural movement and flow of ingredients as they cook together. The restaurant also has a range of private rooms, making it a popular choice for families with children and for gatherings, providing a comfortable dining experience.

Buvette Main Branch (부베트 본점)

2025-12-02

854 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Located in Gangnam, Buvette is a French Gastrotheque where one can enjoy stories and aesthetics of European-style antiques. The place offers heartwarming home-style meals that have been passed down through generations. Early morning coffee and breakfast, lunch with friends, dinner with family, and after-meal cocktails are all possible at Buvette, where delicious food and a lively atmosphere come together to suit a variety of lifestyles. It also has an outdoor terrace that sets the perfect atmosphere for a glass of wine or champagne and is particularly popular among the younger generation. Its signature menu items include of sole meunière, French onion soup, and chorizo oil pasta. The place is easy to find as it is located in a commercial building on the first floor of Andaz Hotel in Apgujeong.

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