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Sanchon (산촌)

Sanchon (산촌)

942.3953280387334m    35899     2019-06-13

30-13, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-735-0312

Founded and opened by Monk Jeongsan, Sanchon is a vegan-friendly restaurant that mainly serves temple foods. The dishes found here are a results of Kim Yun-sik, who was inspired by the simple, clean and healthy diet that a Buddhist practitioner taught him years ago. Now, being a top authority on vegetarian food in Korea, Kim Yun-sik helped perfect the standard and quality of temple food.  

The dishes are made with all natural ingredients such as vegetables and mountain herbs, and are cooked without chemical additives. The actual dishes served vary by season, and in order to meet the tastes of the general public, the restaurant includes "five spices" (garlic, shallots, mountain leeks, etc.), which monks are typically not allowed to eat. Those who would like their food without these ingredients are asked to make their request at least one day prior to visiting.

KYUNGBOKKUNG(경복궁)

KYUNGBOKKUNG(경복궁)

942.5201372002687m    120     2020-10-29

65, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-722-2004

This Korean cuisine is located near Jonggak Station, Seoul. The representative menu is grilled Korean beef sirloin. Assorted specials include loin, flank steak, and top blade of beef for barbecue.

Honghwa Jokbal Bindaetteok (홍화족발빈대떡)

Honghwa Jokbal Bindaetteok (홍화족발빈대떡)

942.5201372002687m    45     2021-03-26

65, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-723-0614

A great place for group dinners and gatherings. This restaurant's signature menu is braised pigs' feet. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul.

Isae (이새)

Isae (이새)

946.4616489765971m    16890     2020-04-24

43-1, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-6713-5592

Targetting middle-aged customers and senior citizens, Isae only uses chemical-free fabrics. Natural fabrics and dyeing characterize clothing in Isae along with functional comfort. Both modern and hanbok (traditional Korean clothing) styles are available.

Mr. Seo Entertainment Corporation  [Tax Refund Shop] (미스터서엔터테인먼트 주식회사 [사후면세점])

Mr. Seo Entertainment Corporation [Tax Refund Shop] (미스터서엔터테인먼트 주식회사 [사후면세점])

946.1065680512307m    0     2024-04-19

Pyunkang Dowon, 1F, 5, Supyo-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Tongdwaeji Duruchigi (통돼지두루치기)

Tongdwaeji Duruchigi (통돼지두루치기)

947.8581878564489m    116     2021-03-18

252-6, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2266-9290

This is a Korean cuisine located in Dongdaemun Gate, Seoul. It is also famous for uruchigi (Korean bouillabaisse) made by stir-frying pork and vegetables in gochujang (red pepper paste) sauce. The best menu at this restaurant is pork and kimchi stew.

Isae - Insa Branch (No. 2) [Tax Refund Shop] (이새 인사2호)

947.2772884982408m    0     2024-04-18

30-1, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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CheongKwanJang - Dongdaemun Market Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 동대문시장)

CheongKwanJang - Dongdaemun Market Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (정관장 동대문시장)

950.8725701925904m    0     2024-04-19

252, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Songhwa By Jeong [Tax Refund Shop] (송화 by jeong)

951.7989706837213m    0     2024-06-28

29, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Insa-dong Antique Art Street (인사동 고미술거리)

Insa-dong Antique Art Street (인사동 고미술거리)

952.3154121326455m    77407     2022-10-26

29, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-732-2235

As of today, there are approximately 70 shops in the Insa-dong area that sell antique arts. Some of the products they sell include antique artworks, porcelains, woodcrafts, and metalwork. Visitors may even find rare and valuable products such as earthenware from the Silla period or white porcelain used in the Joseon dynasty. Each shop is a specialty store, authorized to sell product types that are of their expertise, ranging from antique furniture and traditional artworks to handcrafted items.