Local places · 7945 stories
Restaurants, cafés and salons across Korea — every story by a blogger who actually went, linked to Google Maps.
Banana Brow is a private lash salon near Hanmin Market in Goejeong-dong, Seo-gu, Daejeon. The black-tint lash lift took about 50 minutes and gave even the sparse, short lashes at the inner corners a defined upward curl. Verdict: a comfortable choice before plans when you want a noticeably lifted look.
Sinjuokmi Gildong Direct Branch is a 24-hour Korean restaurant in Gangdong, Seoul, serving soup dishes and haejangguk. I had pork gopchang hot pot late at night with my husband and loved the generous intestines, spicy rich broth, and unlimited rice at the self-service bar. Verdict: a great stop for a late-night meal or warming spicy soup.
Jeontong Sigol Chueotang Ulsan Mugeo Branch is a Korean restaurant near Ulsan University in Nam-gu, Ulsan. I tried the 8,000 won beef tofu stew and yeolmu bibimbap, and loved the generous portions and home-style flavors. Verdict: a warm, filling local meal without the fuss.
Paol Dongtan Yeoul Park Branch is an Italian restaurant near Yeoul Park in Dongtan, Hwaseong, serving pasta and risotto. My mom and I ordered the A Set with steak risotto, Gamba Aglio e Olio, and Zero Coke; alternating the creamy and oil-based dishes was especially good. Paol made for a satisfying mother-daughter date with both a lovely atmosphere and a great meal.
Yangbokjeom is a lamb-skewer restaurant near Dongdaegu Station in Dong-gu, Daegu. We tried two portions of lamb skewers on an automatic rotating grill, with cumin, chwalryo seasoning, curry powder, and fried rice. Verdict: tender, generously portioned lamb is worth an early visit to avoid a wait.
Dojeok Suwon is a Korean BBQ restaurant just behind Na Hye-seok Street in Suwon, Gyeonggi. My wife and I ordered three portions of knife-scored pork belly, rice, and steamed egg, with soybean paste stew included with the rice. Verdict: an easy, filling post-work dinner with expertly grilled pork.
Sushi Naru Yeongdae Hospital Main Branch is a Japanese restaurant near Yeongdae Hospital in Nam-gu, Daegu. At lunch peak time, I had assorted sushi with pork tenderloin katsu for 22,000 won and kimchi nabe udon for 8,000 won. Verdict: pair the crisp katsu with the pleasantly spicy kimchi broth.
Sonui Son Hongseong Naepo New Town Branch is a Korean restaurant in Hongseong, Chungnam, serving stir-fried webfoot octopus, beef brisket noodle soup, and pork cutlet. Two adults and two children enjoyed adjustable-spice octopus, rich noodle soup, and thick pork cutlet at a weekend lunch. A great family meal choice in Naepo.
Raon Sik Tak Pangyo Branch is a Western restaurant in Baekhyeon-dong, Seongnam. After a short weekday-lunch wait, I tried the sous-vide flat iron steak and loved its tenderness, juices, mashed potatoes, and garnishes. Raon Sik Tak Pangyo Branch is a definite return visit, with wine next time.
Huirit is a Western restaurant in a converted hanok in Seongdong, Seoul. I tried the burrata arugula salad, chopped steak, and vongole pasta; the portions were generous, and garden seating welcomes dogs. Verdict: a lovely place I want to revisit for a wedding-invitation gathering.
Dixie's is a Southern American-style restaurant near Dongmun Market in Jeju, Jeju. We ordered Cajun shrimp, grilled chicken salad, and a Nashville hot chicken burger for smoky flavors and crisp chicken. Verdict: Dixie's is a great pick when you want a different kind of satisfying meal in Jeju.
Juno Hair Hongdae Entrance Branch is a hair salon in Mapo, Seoul, near Hongik University Station. The long layered cut added natural layers and volume to hair that had felt heavy and flat, with thoughtful consultation in a calm setting. Verdict: a satisfying choice for keeping long hair while making it feel lighter.
