Local places · 2315 stories
Restaurants, cafés and salons across Korea — every story by a blogger who actually went, linked to Google Maps.
Pict Roastery Magoknaru Branch is a coffee shop in Gangseo, Seoul, that roasts green beans in-house. I tried the Black Latte and pistachio tiramisu, a smooth, nutty pairing without burnt or sharply acidic coffee notes. Verdict: a lovely relaxed stop for one or two people.
Gijang Myeongpum Daegae is a seafood restaurant in Gijang, Busan, where diners choose snow crab and king crab. We watched the staff weigh only the crab after subtracting the basket, then enjoyed two prepared crabs, the self-serve bar, crab-shell fried rice, and soybean paste stew. Verdict: the transparent weighing method was the standout.
Gin Jaryoko Ansan Gojan Branch (긴자료코 안산고잔점) is a Japanese restaurant in Gojan-dong, Ansan, Gyeonggi, serving generous demiglace pork cutlet and sake-don. On a weekday lunch, kiosk pre-ordering kept the short wait moving, and the ₩15,000 cutlet set and ₩14,000 salmon rice bowl made for a satisfying meal. Verdict: a great pick for a hearty Japanese lunch.
Lazy Yogurt Seongsu is a Greek yogurt café in Seongdong, Seoul, serving handmade yogurt prepared over 72 hours with customizable flavors and toppings. I tried the soy-based Marron Single and Beh Single, where the dense yogurt paired beautifully with nutty soy and bright fruit. A light but satisfying pick for breakfast or dessert.
Moonbird is a spacious bakery café in Goeup-dong, Yangju, Gyeonggi. We chose a fig croissant, blueberry cake, and coconut latte while looking out over the outdoor view, with plenty of breads and desserts to browse. Verdict: A nice stop for a drive and a relaxed café break in a roomy setting.
Kkankkanhan Jokbal is a jokbal and bossam restaurant in Wolgye-dong, Gwangsan, Gwangju. We shared the 58,000-won half-and-half Friend Set with my cousin, husband, and child; it was plenty for three adults and one child, with baseball on the big screen too. Verdict: a relaxed, well-equipped choice for family meals or gatherings.
Bueokgan Suwan Branch is a casual restaurant in Suwan District, Gwangsan, Gwangju. My mom, Shushu, and I shared Couple Set A with pastry soup, Kung Pao chicken pilaf, and vongole pasta. The rich kabocha pastry soup is the must-order here.
Haenon Miyeok Gwacheon Direct Branch is a Korean restaurant in Gwacheon, Gyeonggi, serving seaweed soup set meals and pork stir-fry. Three adults visited after the National Gwacheon Science Museum and especially remembered the rich, milky flounder seaweed soup broth. Verdict: a place I’d happily revisit with family to try more soups.
Gwijok Uisangsil Hanbok Jeonju Hanok Village Branch is a hanbok rental shop in Jeonju, Jeonbuk. We chose coordinated mother-daughter hanbok, had braided hair styling, and walked to Jeondong Cathedral and Gyeonggijeon; rentals start at ₩20,000 for 2 hours. Verdict: an affordable way to make especially lovely memories in Jeonju Hanok Village.
Jongno Donburi Yeonnam is a Japanese restaurant in Yeonnam-dong, Mapo, Seoul, serving donburi rice bowls and nabe set meals. I ordered Tori Karaage Don and the ₩18,500 Double Katsu Don with my child, and loved the crisp chicken, tender cutlet, and photo-filled menu. Verdict: a satisfying, family-friendly meal I’d happily repeat.
Hantiok is a Korean restaurant on B2 of Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport in Gangseo, Seoul. The ₩14,000 spicy pork ssambap came with seolleongtang broth, while the ₩27,000 medium bossam paired tender pork with richly seasoned kimchi. Hantiok is a great pick for a hearty Korean meal at Lotte Mall.
Galgol Yeontanjip Seocho Gyodae Branch is a Korean BBQ restaurant near Gyodae Station in Seocho, Seoul, grilling pork over charcoal briquettes. After a Seoul National University of Education event, two friends had pork belly, gochujang bulgogi, flat bibim noodles, and complimentary sundubu-jjigae at lunch. Verdict: a satisfying charcoal-grilled meat spot worth returning to for soju at dinner.
