K-Food

A landmark kalguksu (knife-cut noodles) and mandu (dumpling) restaurant in Myeongdong, founded in 1966. Famous for its chewy noodles and rich broth, it is a favorite even among foreign travelers.

Crispy mung-bean pancakes enjoyed at the 100-year-old Gwangjang Market. A classic Seoul street-food experience, best paired with makgeolli (rice wine).

A two-Michelin-star restaurant presenting modern Korean cuisine. Fine dining that reinterprets the ingredients and techniques of traditional Korean food in a contemporary way.

An upscale Hanwoo (Korean beef) barbecue restaurant in Itaewon. Enjoy premium Hanwoo ribs and grilled cuts with multilingual service.

Seoul's largest seafood market. A special experience where you buy fresh sashimi and seafood at market prices and eat it right away at the restaurant upstairs.

A renowned samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup) house near Gyeongbokgung. Famous for its 40-year-old restorative samgyetang, it is a must-visit for tourists.

An authentic omakase sushi restaurant in Gangnam, Seoul. Edomae-style sushi made with fresh ingredients delivered daily.

A purple cafe in Insadong famous on Instagram. A photo-zone cafe known for its black-sesame ice cream and matcha drinks.

A samgyeopsal (grilled pork belly) restaurant offering eight flavors. Pork marinated in ginseng, pine needles, wine and more, easy for foreigners to enjoy too.

A leading brand of Korean-style seasoned and soy-sauce chicken. Enjoy crispy Korean fried chicken together with draft beer.

A world-famous xiaolongbao (soup dumpling) restaurant. Enjoy thin-skinned, juicy dumplings right in the heart of Myeongdong.

An authentic Italian restaurant in Itaewon serving wood-fired pizza and handmade pasta. A pleasant space to enjoy with a variety of wines.

A cozy French bistro in Cheongdam. Course meals and desserts made with seasonal ingredients make for a special dining experience.

A popular Thai restaurant in Yeonnam-dong. Authentic Southeast Asian dishes such as pad thai and tom yum goong at reasonable prices.

Dwaeji-gukbap (pork soup rice), Busan's signature local dish. Loved by both locals and tourists for its rich beef-bone broth and tender boiled pork.

A rooftop cafe on Busan's Gwangalli Beach with a full view of Gwangan Bridge. Famous as a night-view spot.

A Jeju black-pork specialty restaurant. A signature Jeju culinary experience of chewy ogyeopsal (five-layer pork belly) dipped in anchovy sauce.

A Jeju seafood set made with abalone and sea urchin caught by haenyeo (female divers) themselves. A fresh meal enjoyed with an ocean view.

A renowned ssambap (wrap rice) hanjeongsik house near Gyeongju's Bomun Complex. A traditional Korean table with about 20 side dishes and wrapping greens.

Gyeongju's 80-year-old Hwangnam bread. A signature Gyeongju souvenir treat filled with red-bean paste, and also a cafe.