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Dining The guide was updated: 2024-06-18

Much as expected from a busy Asian metropolis such as Seoul, there are plenty of places to enjoy all sorts of culinary creations. From traditional Korean restaurants to flavourful and endlessly varied street food, along with a plethora of eateries serving cuisine from all corners of the globe, hungry tourists should be more than adequately catered to.

In Korea, every sit-down meal is accompanied by kimchi (a spicy pickled cabbage) and some of the must-tries include bibimpab (vegetables and rice with an egg on top), Korean-style BBQ, and the many side dishes (banchan) that come with a staple of steamed rice.

Mugyo-dong Bugeo-guk

Mugyo-dong Bugeo-guk

The historic eatery has been serving pollack soup for decades - ever since it first began operation in 1968. It's client base doesn't show signs of scaling down until today - those willing to indulge in the signature soup must prepare to wait in line during peak hours.

Ondal

Ondal

Ondal serves authentic regional fare in an exquisite dining room of the Grand Walkerhill Hotel Seoul, offering magnificent views of the Han River. The freshest ingredients are used in the kitchen, and the food is cooked with a personal touch. The ambiance is elegant yet unpretentious.

Samwon Garden

Samwon Garden

Enjoy Korean food at the largest first-class restaurant in Korea! This restaurant featured in the Michelin Guide can accommodate up to about 1,200 guests. On the menu you will find mouth-watering dishes such as marinated Korean beef short rib, spicy beef short rib soup and special wrapped kimchi.

Di Matteoh Daehakro

Di Matteoh Daehakro

Di Matteoh Pizza offers authentic Italian cuisine with a selection of Italian wines. The paper thin crusted pizza is hailed as one of the best in town, and is made with fresh ingredients such as basil and buffalo mozzarella. Seafood and pasta dishes also feature on their menu in abundance.

Braai Republic

Braai Republic

This cosy restaurant serves great South African braai (BBQ) consisting of a variety of juicy meats and sausages. The owner and his team are very friendly and welcoming, embodying the South African spirit and plating the food up with a signature cheeky grin. Booking in advance is recommended as the restaurant gets very busy, especially on the weekends.

Jyoti Restaurant Sinchon

Jyoti Restaurant Sinchon

If it's Indian food that you have a hankering for, head straight over to Jyoti Restaurant in Sinchon. The menu offers both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options cooked by skilled chefs with ample experience. Set lunches are served on weekdays from 11.30am to 2pm and various sets are available for dinner. There is another Jyoti branch in the centre of the city which may be more convenient.

Philkyungjae

Philkyungjae

Indulge in traditional Korean food at Philkyungjae and soak up the ambiance that the restaurant exudes, occupying a historical building constructed in the 1400s. Here you can enjoy 18-course meals cooked with high-quality ingredients. The service is highly attentive and efficient.

Food Court - Lotte Department Store

Food Court - Lotte Department Store

This food court is located at the basement level of Lotte Department Store, offering a good range of international dishes at reasonable prices. All the Korean food you can wish for is served here and there are plenty of spots to choose from. The place is huge and the atmosphere is lively.

Myeongdong Kyoja

Myeongdong Kyoja

The restaurant is often visited by locals which serves as testament to its authenticity. Myeongdong Kyoja opened its doors in 1976 and offers guests delicious dumplings and noodle dishes. This is an inexpensive restaurant in a frantically fast paced environment and great for a solid in-and-out meal.

Jungsik Seoul

Jungsik Seoul

If you are looking for modern Korean fine dining, this restaurant might just be the one for you. Jungsik Seoul features an a la carte menu which showcases sets containing five and six course meals. The typical Korean dishes are prepared with a modern twist and well presented on the plate.

Pro Soy Crab

Pro Soy Crab

If you still had not had the chance to try Korean marinated soy crab and if you are willing to go for something new, give this place a go. Tanks with live crabs are on display in the yard at the Pro Soy Crab restaurant, which means very fresh crab is served here. The menu is pleasantly varied and offers a large selection of typical Korean dishes.

Hemlagat

Hemlagat

Hemlagat means "home-cooked" in Swedish. This restaurant executes traditional Swedish recipes that have been passed down through generations, including of course the famed Swedish meatball. It offers a generous portion of Scandinavian charm and hospitality to the Korean capital via an extensive dinner and brunch menu.

Jinju Kitchen Hamo

Jinju Kitchen Hamo

Featuring home-made deonjang miso, Hamo serves traditional Korean food with ingredients gathered and fermented in the old-fashioned way. It is mainly known for its bibimbap, a rice bowl topped with vegetables, pepper, soybean paste, egg and sliced beef. Their menu features four different courses, but you can also choose something à la carte if something catches your eye.

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