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Cafés, restaurants and places in Seoul, written by bloggers who went there.
Cheongdo Minari Sikdang Samgakji Branch is a shabu-shabu restaurant in Yongsan, Seoul. Its minari shabu-shabu moves from beef and mushrooms to kalguksu noodles and juk fried rice for a filling lunch. Verdict: a warming, fragrant meal worth trying.
Matam is a fruit shop near Gongdeok Station in Mapo, Seoul, where refrigerated-display fruit is ordered at a kiosk. I picked mandarins and Kyoho grapes for my daughters’ breakfasts and looked over Chuseok gift sets, gift boxes, and fruit-basket wrapping. Verdict: a handy stop for both everyday fruit shopping and holiday gifts.
Doldam Sutbuljip is a Korean barbecue restaurant in Jung-gu, Seoul, serving charcoal-grilled pork and Busan-style milmyeon. Two servings each of gabrisal and pork neck cost 18,000 won, while Busan-style mul milmyeon costs 6,000 won. Verdict: an emphatic pick for easy parking, group meals, and seriously good noodles.
Damgeum is an Italian-inspired gelato café in Gangdong, Seoul, near Olympic Park. I tried almond latte and Chodang corn, pure milk, hojicha, and Andong Baekjinju rice gelato, plus the green park view and outdoor seating. Verdict: a lovely stop for kids or an unhurried café break.
Hôtel de Couture is an Italian restaurant in Yeonnam-dong, Seoul, serving pasta, risotto, and eggs in hell. My mom, sister, and I shared three dishes, chose different favorites, and finished every plate. Verdict: a lovely pick for both dates and family meals.
Shabu in Seoul Seongsu is a shabu-shabu restaurant in Seongdong, Seoul, near Seongsu Station. Prime Angus chuck flap, 1++ Korean beef boseopsal, spicy mushroom broth, shrimp balls, and rosé risotto made for an unusual meal from start to finish. Verdict: the meat and risotto finish were especially memorable.
Iyo Shop is a lash salon in Mapo, Seoul, offering lash lifts and extensions near Gongdeok Station. In its clean white interior, I received a comfortable lash lift without unnecessary conversation and saw a defined but natural curl. Verdict: Iyo Shop is a good fit for quiet, natural-looking lash care.
Hantiok (한티옥) Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport Branch is a Korean restaurant in Gangseo, Seoul. Its 22,000-won bossam set for two included Korean beef noodles, pork wraps, dumplings, tofu, and salad. Verdict: a filling way to sample several Korean dishes in one meal.
Baennori is a Korean-style bar in Mapo, Seoul, serving fresh seafood and Korean drinking dishes. I ordered beef sashimi with raw shrimp, hot-stone spicy roe and milt stir-fry, and Tiger Yuja Makgeolli; everything from the handmade tofu starter onward was impressively well made. Verdict: Baennori is a great Mangwon spot for dates or sharing several dishes with friends.
Thanon55 is a Thai restaurant in Seongdong, Seoul. We shared the ₩16,000 Thai Pho Piset Special and the ₩14,000 gamjatang pho, with the pork-bone-and-egg bowl standing out most. A fun choice for a more unusual lunch than standard pho.
Yeokjeon Pojangmacha Yeongdeungpo is a spacious bar near Yeongdeungpo Station in Seoul. For a second round, I paired self-cook instant ramen, My Honey Tomato, and crispy grilled dried pollack with ₩3,900 soju. Verdict: an easy, great-value choice for a casual group second round.
Meno Kamena Sinchon Branch is an Indian curry restaurant in Seodaemun, Seoul. Two people ordered the B Set and tomato soup, working through salad, boneless chicken tikka, curry, naan, rice, and lassi. Verdict: the B Set made a convenient first order when the menu felt extensive.
