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Cafés, restaurants and places in Busan, written by bloggers who went there.
Songjeong Dol Jjamppong is a Chinese restaurant in Haeundae, Busan, near Songjeong Beach. Its octopus-added jjamppong kept bubbling on a stone plate while the crunchy tangsuyuk stayed crisp. Verdict: a hearty pairing for anyone who likes jjamppong served piping hot.
Mibundang Myeongji Branch is a pho restaurant in Gangseo, Busan. On a weekday afternoon, I had brisket pho, beef brisket pho, and assorted fried dishes, then mixed extra noodles and bean sprouts with chili sauce and onion for a different flavor. Verdict: a hot, generous bowl that somehow feels comforting.
Donbegi Gwang-an Branch is a staff-grilled aged pork restaurant in Gwangalli, Suyeong, Busan. I had pre-grilled ogeopsal, kimchi stew, and myeongran rice, and dog owners should bring vaccination records or receipts. The myeongran rice is a must-order specialty.
Gim Geumja Sutbul Galbi Daeyeon Branch is a Korean BBQ restaurant near Motgol Station in Nam-gu, Busan. After putting our baby to sleep, my wife and I had the 38,900 won marinated ribs and Cheongyang cream udon set, pork skin, and doenjang jjigae. Verdict: the charcoal-scented ribs and rice make me want to return.
Hanuso Dwitgogi Beomil Branch is a Korean barbecue restaurant in Dong-gu, Busan. For my boyfriend’s birthday, we had Korean beef dwitgogi, rib dwitgogi, sirloin, the Naver-reservation yukhoe service, and kimchi cold noodles. Verdict: the Korean beef dwitgogi, generous cold noodles, and excellent banchan stood out.
Gang Galbitang Seomyeon is a Korean restaurant in Busanjin, Busan, serving galbitang and galbi noodles. We tried the 13,500 won galbi noodles and 14,000 won galbitang for a filling yet gentle meal. Verdict: clear broth, tender meat, and springy noodles made this a memorable stop.
Dwitdon Sanghoe, Jeonpo Branch is a pork barbecue restaurant in Busanjin, Busan, serving sets of rare pork cuts. We ordered the 500g Dwitdon Half-Pig Set with friends, then added doenjang sulbap. Dwitdon Sanghoe is a great pick when you’re craving chewy, flavorful rare cuts of pork.
Gijang Myeongpum Daegae is a seafood restaurant in Gijang, Busan, where guests choose live snow crab and king crab to be steamed. Three family members shared a ₩250,000 king crab with self-bar sides, complimentary lobster and abalone, and fried rice. Verdict: the precise weighing and generously filled king crab made it very satisfying.
Dongam Tteokgalbi is a Korean restaurant in Gijang, Busan, serving pot rice and tteokgalbi on a hot plate. I stopped by between a drive and shopping for neat side dishes, freshly cooked rice, and tteokgalbi that stayed warm. Verdict: a satisfying lunch stop near Lotte Outlet Gijang and Haedong Yonggungsa Temple.
Suseong Susan is a seafood restaurant in Gangseo, Busan, serving mulhoe and sashimi bibimbap. I chose the icy mulhoe over the sashimi bibimbap, and the neatly arranged tray of thick-cut sashimi, abalone, and side dishes was so satisfying. For a cool yet filling seafood meal, Suseong Susan is a great choice.
12.24 Seomyeon Branch is an izakaya bar in Busanjin, Busan, near Jeonpo Station. Warm-rice mackerel pressed sushi, bar seating, and thoughtful amenities made it comfortable for solo drinks, dates, and a second round. Verdict: a cozy stop with memorable mackerel sushi.
Daeshin Peanut Bread Busan Seomyeon Branch is a peanut bread bakery in Busanjin, Busan. I ordered an 80-piece box for 10,000 won to share and freeze, and loved the nutty flavor packed into each bite-size bread. Verdict: a comforting snack for sharing with family, friends, or the office.
