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I write about bars I visit in Seoul, from the drinks to the atmosphere. · Writes about: Bars · Restaurants

Izakaya in Jongno, Seoul for charcoal skewers and oden: Hanamato

Hanamato Daehangno Hyehwa is an izakaya near Exit 4 of Hyehwa Station in Jongno, Seoul. I had mentaiko mayo chicken-thigh skewers, chicken-thigh skewers, five kinds of oden, karaage-style fried octopus, and Sapporo draft beer; the smoky, moist skewers and spicy-clear oden broth stood out. My end seat was quiet enough for an easy conversation.

Written Sep 2, 2026Sponsored

PlacePyeongtaek, GyeonggiRestaurants

Kalguksu family set in Pyeongtaek: Goryeo Mulchong Kalguksu

Goryeo Mulchong Kalguksu is a Korean restaurant on Pyeongnam-ro in Vision-dong, Pyeongtaek. My family of three shared a set with clam kalguksu, cabbage dumplings, and boiled pork; the clear clam broth and springy noodles stood out, while the parking entrance was narrow.

Written Sep 11, 2026Sponsored

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