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Restaurants in Korea, told firsthand by local bloggers — with photos and Google Maps.
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.
Menji Hanam Misa Branch is a Japanese ramen restaurant in Hanam, Gyeonggi. I had spicy toripaitan ramen and a mini yakitoridon on my own, and the rich chicken broth paired wonderfully with the smoky rice bowl. Verdict: Worth returning to when I’m craving Japanese ramen, despite the parking challenge.
Camel Orzo is an Italian restaurant in Seo-gu, Gwangju. I tried its red shrimp paella and pistachio burrata mortadella pizza, with rich seafood flavor alongside cheese and pistachio. A great pick when you want an unusual pizza and paella together!
Dwitdon Sanghoe, Jeonpo Branch is a pork BBQ restaurant in Busanjin, Busan, serving Korean pork back cuts and unusual specialty cuts. I shared the 1kg Dwitdon Whole Pig Set with friends, plus hangover ramen and pork skin. Verdict: Great thick-cut textures and charcoal pocha vibes.
Chulgeungil Saenggogi Daegu Jongno Branch is a raw-beef restaurant in Jongno, Jung-gu, Daegu. I tried its 59,000 won half-and-half platter of Gyeongsang-style mungtigi and brisket sashimi, plus generous banchan. The chewy mungtigi was the clear winner.
Gyuen-dang Avenue France Gwanggyo Branch is a Japanese restaurant in Gwanggyo, Suwon, where diners grill gyukatsu over a tabletop brazier. We shared tenderloin and sirloin gyukatsu with Ramune soda and loved the crisp coating and juicy meat. Verdict: a satisfying stop when you miss Japanese gyukatsu.
