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Cafés, restaurants and places in Gangnam, Seoul, written by bloggers who went there.
Bongu Hwarro is a Korean BBQ restaurant near Gangnam Station in Seoul, where I had four portions of marinated beef brisket with a friend for lunch. The sweet seasoning and tender meat were satisfying, and while we grilled it ourselves, the thin slices cooked quickly; an extra-meat discount was running during our visit.
Bogi-o Boguk (복이오복국) is a pufferfish restaurant in Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam, Seoul. I had the ₩24,000 wild milbok jiri, and liked its clear, savory broth and tender fish; the spacious dining room and two private rooms also suited group meals.
Osteria Lucia is an Italian restaurant near Exit 3 of Hakdong Station in Gangnam, Seoul. I had Korean beef ragu bianco and mushroom risotto with my cousin and enjoyed the meat’s flavor and the rice texture; the bright, tidy space and kind service also suited our lunch, though corkage terms should be checked before visiting.
Le Bon Goûter is a flower- and plant-filled café in Gangnam, Seoul, where I had lasagna and shrimp mushroom cream pasta on a rainy weekday afternoon. The tomato and cream sauces worked well alternated, and the quiet post-lunch atmosphere suited a slow meal.
Divers Barbershop Gangnam-gu Office Station Branch is a men's hair salon on Hakdong-ro in Gangnam, Seoul. I got a down perm and cut tailored to my head shape and side hair, and found the neater side line easier to style without looking overly flat.
Ikoi (이코이) is a Japanese restaurant in Gangnam, Seoul, with four private rooms and no hall tables. On a Saturday evening, my boyfriend and I had the ₩77,000 special course and Suigei sake; the private setting, crab egg custard, and light chadol sukiyaki nabe stood out.
Ma Samgyetang Bangbang Sageori Branch is a samgyetang restaurant near Bangbang Sageori in Gangnam, Seoul. I tried samgyetang made with grated fresh yam and found the broth mild and the chicken tender; diners could also use 90 minutes of free parking at the time of my visit.
Awesome Rose Garosu-gil Branch is a rose-themed restaurant on Apgujeong-ro 10-gil in Gangnam, Seoul. I ordered Hanwoo Rose Steak and Rose Caprese, liked the tender beef and fresh tomatoes, and found the dim lighting and rose décor suited a date, especially with the complimentary rose I received after the meal.
Le Bon Goûter is a brunch café near Apgujeong Rodeo Station in Gangnam, Seoul. I had the chicken Caesar salad and shrimp mushroom cream pasta; both were satisfying, especially the crisp grilled chicken skin and light cream sauce. The terrace and range of table sizes also looked suitable for a date or group gathering.
Bogi O Boguk is a pufferfish restaurant on the second floor of Cheongdam Deokyeong Building in Cheongdam-dong, Seoul. I ordered the clear wild milbok pufferfish soup with extra minari; its mild, refreshing broth and springy fish made for a satisfying meal that did not feel heavy.
Osteria Lucia is an Italian restaurant near Hakdong Station in Gangnam, Seoul, where I had two pastas and mushroom risotto with a coworker for lunch. The creamy Hanwoo ragu bianco, whose beef flavor still came through, was the standout; the modern interior and separated group space also caught my eye.
Divers Barbershop near Gangnam-gu Office Station in Gangnam, Seoul, is a small barbershop run by two barbers. I got a Ga-il cut and a down perm for my curly, puffing side hair in about an hour; it kept volume on top and was easier to manage after washing at home.
