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Cafés, restaurants and places in Daegu, written by bloggers who went there.
Dana Dongseong-ro Main Branch is a casual Italian restaurant in Dongseong-ro, Jung-gu, Daegu. At 4 days from her due date, the writer enjoyed steak, bacon shrimp pilaf, vongole pasta, and a light iced Americano for brunch. Verdict: the shrimp-filled pilaf was the clear favorite.
Izakaya Wakoan Suseong Beomeo Branch is a Japanese-style pub in Beomeo-dong, Suseong, Daegu. On a dinner date, we ordered Wando abalone butter grill, Nagasaki white broth soup, and fried eggplant; the portions were generous and the atmosphere was lovely. Verdict: a great spot for warm soup and a spread of dishes with drinks.
Fiora Beauty Shop is a one-on-one reservation-only beauty salon in Dalseo, Daegu, offering skin care, lash lifts, natural brows, and scalp care. For reduced firmness and a less-defined facial contour, I received HIFU, Water Drop, Thermajet, RF, and galvanic treatments from the face to the neck and collarbone. Verdict: My bumpy jawline felt smoother and more defined.
Daeng House & Bingsu King is a pet-friendly swimming pool and café in Jung-gu, Daegu. Our family visited with our elementary-school-aged daughter but without a dog, played with the café dogs, toured the pool and play area, and enjoyed Jolly Pong frappe, hallabong ade, and croffles. Verdict: a lovely place for dogs and desserts, with or without your own pet.
Geumdeungeo Dalseo Branch is a Korean restaurant in Dalseo, Daegu, serving grilled mackerel, pot-cooked rice, and assorted side dishes. We ordered the Geumdeungeo pot rice set for two and finished with dessert after a filling meal. Verdict: a comfortable choice for a family Korean meal.
Sushi Naru Yeongdae Hospital Main Branch is a sushi restaurant in Nam-gu, Daegu, serving aged fish sushi near Yeungnam University Medical Center. On a second visit, I enjoyed freshly made sushi, warm rice, and tender fish at the counter seats. Verdict: a lunch spot I would happily return to near the hospital.
Siznique at Shinsegae Department Store Daegu is a seasonal fruit cake café on B1 in Dong-gu, Daegu. After browsing the mango, fig, and peach cakes, my whole family shared a mango cake packed with fruit and soft, moist sponge. Verdict: a very satisfying choice for a special occasion.
Hubaldae is a Korean BBQ restaurant near Dongdaegu Station in Dong-gu, Daegu. Staff grill pork belly and Korean beef daechang at the table, with honey potatoes, kimchi, fragrant greens, and a spicy house ramen to finish. Verdict: a memorable spot for grilled meat with fun pairings.
Banwoldang Buja Sikdang Suseong Branch is a Korean restaurant in Suseong, Daegu. We had the 28,000 won fire-grilled squid-and-pork stir-fry with rice, and its smoky, savory flavor was delicious without being overly spicy; a great pick for family meals and groups.
Ungjin Dalseo Dwaeji Gukbap is a pork soup restaurant near Gamsam Station in Dalseo, Daegu. We had a late dinner with our child, and the thin, tender boiled pork shoulder with salted shrimp was especially satisfying. Verdict: I wholeheartedly recommend the boiled pork set meal for enjoying both pork and soup.
Hanwoojang is a 24-hour seolleongtang restaurant near Jungangno Station in Jung-gu, Daegu. My friend and I finished two special seolleongtang bowls packed with beef and noodles, plus chewy millet rice and kimchi. Verdict: a seriously filling bowl of soup and rice for a comforting meal.
Hyangtaek is a Korean restaurant near Dongdaegu Station in Dong-gu, Daegu. We had mackerel gondre rice, eggplant doenjang rice, and mushroom pancake, with roasted seaweed and mixed salted seafood that suited every dish. Verdict: a great pick for a mild, home-style Korean meal.
