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Restaurants in Korea, told firsthand by local bloggers — with photos and Google Maps.
Chodaebak Naengsam Pyeongnae-Hopyeong Branch is a Korean BBQ restaurant in Pyeongnae-dong, Namyangju, Gyeonggi. I had Set 1 with complimentary minari, king oyster mushrooms, and steamed egg, plus fries soaked in pork fat and thick honeycomb pork skin. Verdict: a filling pick for a frozen pork belly craving.
Bueokgan Restaurant is a Western-style restaurant on the first floor of Shinsegae Premium Outlets in Gijang, Busan. We ate basil pesto cream pasta, vongole pasta, and Napa cabbage Caesar salad with baby Jaeyi, and the stroller access, high chairs, and waiting area made the family meal easier. A handy place to share several dishes after shopping.
Yugi Dongnam District Main Branch is a Korean barbecue restaurant in Cheongju, Chungbuk. I ordered three servings of aged Iberico pork neck with beef radish soup and a spread of side dishes, and it was so moist and tender it overturned my assumptions about pork neck. Verdict: Yugi is a place I’d return to when I’m craving a seriously juicy cut of pork neck.
Bueokgan Restaurant Yangsan Oslo Park Branch is a Western restaurant in Yangsan, Gyeongnam, serving brunch in Oslo Park. I tried the napa cabbage Caesar salad, rosé pasta, and Kung Pao pilaf amid high ceilings and vintage furniture. Verdict: a lovely place for an unhurried adults-only meal.
Ilpum Gangnam Branch is a Japanese restaurant near Gangnam Station in Seocho, Seoul. After an AI seminar, I ordered the Special Sashimi Kaisen-don with steamed egg, cold udon, and mango purée dessert. Verdict: a satisfying solo meal for slowly trying several kinds of fish.
Seoul Myeonok is a cold noodle restaurant near Pyeongtaek Station in Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi. We ordered Pyongyang naengmyeon, an extra-large bibim naengmyeon, and a plate of Korean pork slices with warm broth and side dishes. Seoul Myeonok is a great pick for a light, protein-packed dinner.
Pasta Go Magoknaru Branch is a pasta and risotto restaurant in Gangseo, Seoul, connected to Magoknaru Station Exit 1. Shrimp Toowoomba Pasta, Hot Rosé Chicken Risotto, sweet potato mini pizza, and seasoned fries were all tasty and reasonably priced. Verdict: a great-value choice for a varied pasta meal in Magok.
Hwadamga is a Korean restaurant in Hwaseong, Gyeonggi, serving oven-grilled mackerel and fire-grilled spicy pork set meals. Partitioned tables, private rooms, and a generous self-serve bar of side dishes, wraps, and rice made the meal especially satisfying. A place I’d happily revisit with family for a table full of banchan.
Bapkkot Hansang is a Korean restaurant in Eojin-dong, Sejong, serving neat Korean set courses and individual dishes. I tried the ₩50,000 Bapkkot Special for two, which arrived in two rounds with tteokgalbi and gangdoenjang, then refilled the omija tea twice. Verdict: a place I’d gladly return to for a family meal or dinner with my parents.
Jangwongap Kalguksu Yongin Giheung Branch is a Korean restaurant in Yongin, Gyeonggi, serving shabu kalguksu and house-made noodles. After shopping, my family shared three portions of shabu kalguksu and the limited Jochiwon peach bibim mandu. Verdict: a satisfying family meal with wonderfully chewy noodles and a bright seasonal dumpling dish.
Sushi Resto Sejong Sodam Main Branch is a Japanese restaurant near the arboretum in Sodam-dong, Sejong. The Couple Set included chef’s-choice sushi, futomaki, beef brisket udon, shrimp tempura, and two drinks. Sushi Resto is a good-value pick for a sushi date.
Jipbul Taebaek Dongtan Flagship Branch is a Korean barbecue restaurant in Yeongcheon-dong, Hwaseong. I tried its staff-grilled marinated beef ribs, mushroom pesto, and Taebaek kimchi fried rice. A good choice when you want beef ribs with lingering straw-fire aroma.
