Insa-dong (인사동)

3.1Km 2024-05-17

62, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-734-0222

Insa-dong, located in the heart of the city, is an important place where old but precious traditional goods are on display. There is one main road in Insa-dong with alleys on each side. Within these alleys are galleries, traditional restaurants, teahouses, and cafes.

The galleries are the heartbeat of Insa-dong. There are about 100 galleries in the area offering every example of traditional Korean fine art from paintings to sculptures. The most famous galleries are Hakgojae Gallery, which functions as the center of folk art, Gana Art Gallery, which promotes many promising artists, and Gana Art Center.

The teahouses and restaurants are the perfect complement to the galleries. They are hidden deep within the twisting alleyways, making it feel like a treasure hunt. The shops in Insa-dong are very popular among all age groups, because each one is unique.

Every Saturday from 14:00 to 22:00 and Sunday from 10:00 to 22:00, the main street is blocked to vehicular traffic and it becomes a cultural space. Stores set up booths outside and Korean candy merchants and fortune teller stalls can easily be found; there are traditional performances and exhibits as well. Insa-dong is especially popular among international tourists. This is where they can experience and see traditional Korean culture first-hand, and also purchase pieces of fine art.

Moguchon Sutbulgalbi (목우촌숯불갈비)

3.1Km 2021-03-18

49-1, Seonggyungwan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-3672-2867

This is a Korean cuisine located in Jongno-gu, Seoul. A restaurant serving charcoal-grilled meat. The best menu at this restaurant is grilled boneless beef ribs.

Kuho - Hannam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (구호 한남점)

3.1Km 2024-04-22

253, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - Donam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 돈암점)

3.1Km 2024-06-27

39, Dongsomun-ro 22-gil, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul

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Keungiwajip (큰기와집)

3.1Km 2021-09-27

62, Bukchon-ro 5-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-722-9024

It’s a 2018 Michelin Guide restaurant. The best menu at this restaurant is soy sauce marinated crab. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul.

Lacantina (라칸티나)

3.1Km 2021-03-29

19, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-777-2579

The first Italian restaurant in Korea. This Western dishes restaurant is located in Jung-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is pasta.

Songa Myeongga (손가명가)

3.1Km 2021-03-19

13, Dadong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-777-1013

This Korean cuisine is located near Euljiro 1(il)ga Station, Seoul. It is a popular restaurant for group dinners. The representative menu is pork and kimchi stew.

Wangsol Pharmacy [Tax Refund Shop] (왕솔약국)

3.1Km 2024-04-22

36, Namdaemun-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Soseoul Hannam (소설한남)

3.1Km 2024-02-22

B-B1, 21-18 Hannam-daero 20-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

Soseoul Hannam is a Korean fine-dining located in Hannam-dong. It offers modern interpretations of traditional Korean cuisine. The menu consists of lunch and dinner courses. Popular dishes include sliced raw fish served with fischer’s ragwort and aged kimchi, as well as charcoal-grilled spicy stir-fried webfoot octopus and chicken dishes. It's also known for its diverse selection of traditional liquors for pairing. In 2023, it was selected for the Michelin Guide Seoul.

Golden Bull (골든불)

3.2Km 2020-05-14

60, Itaewon-ro 42-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-794-7073

Golden Bull, located in a renovated company basement, is the second brand of 2017 Michelin Guide inductee “Koroviar”, aiming to bring same quality with same ingredients at a lower cost. Visitors can enjoy premier steak and other dishes at a lower cost, and with a large hall fitting at most 50 people. Visitors can plan your next company dinner, wine meetings, birthdays or other events without any additional rental fees.
The restaurant serves hanwoo (Korean beef) grade 1+, the highest quality, at a cost of a regular restaurant, and with a fairly priced side dishes and drinks. The restaurant also offers Western and European style dishes to please the taste of diverse customers. The restaurant has about 10 parking spaces with nearby public parking spaces, and is located about five minutes from Hangangjin Station.

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