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By the Seoul Sideboard

I write about restaurants I visit around Seoul. · Writes about: Restaurants

Hongdae jjimdak restaurant with cheese rice cakes: Ongdarae Jjimdak

Ongdarae Jjimdak is a jjimdak restaurant in Mapo, Seoul, five minutes from Hongik University Station. I tried mild S jjimdak for 1–2 people with 6,000 won cheese and cheese rice cakes, followed by Ongbap and free coffee, tea, and scones. Verdict: a satisfying place to finish a hearty meal with dessert.

Written Sep 13, 2026Sponsored

PlaceMapo, SeoulRestaurants

Yeonnam-dong Italian restaurant for a risotto-and-pasta date: Hey Joji

Hey Joji is an Italian restaurant in Yeonnam-dong, Mapo, Seoul. We shared duck steak cream risotto and Cajun shrimp rosé pasta for 17,000 won each, enjoying their soft sauces and contrasting main ingredients. Verdict: a lovely choice for an unhurried date over Italian food.

Written Sep 12, 2026Sponsored

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