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Restaurants in Korea, told firsthand by local bloggers — with photos and Google Maps.
Sammi-jip is a Korean pork barbecue restaurant in Seohae, Incheon. Kitchen-seared pork belly and diced pork jowl were finished at the table with minari, house-made kimchi, and side dishes, alongside a ₩6,000 soybean paste stew and self-serve bar. Sammi-jip is a comfortable pick for group dinners or family meals.
Eochongye 1beonji is a sashimi restaurant near Bandalseom in Ansan, Gyeonggi. We ordered a mini seasonal assorted sashimi platter, 12-piece salmon sushi, and a children’s pork cutlet lunch while the kids watched the fish tank. Verdict: a neat, family-friendly choice when you want sashimi with kid-friendly options.
Ongijeong Suseong Lake Branch is a Japanese restaurant near Suseong Lake in Suseong, Daegu. On a return visit, the mentaiko avocado rice bowl and generous crisp tempura set made for a satisfying lunch. Verdict: a polished, filling Suseong Lake meal.
Gohyangok Spicy Sundaeguk Suwon Omokcheon Branch is a Korean restaurant in Gosaek-dong, Suwon, with spacious parking and a wide sundae soup menu. I tried the spicy sundae soup with only sundae, plus a hinoki assortment and makguksu. Verdict: a great place for a warm, satisfying meal with easy weekend parking.
Min Cook Dasima is a Japanese restaurant near Hwajeong Station in Goyang, Gyeonggi. I tried the weekday lunch-special premium sushi set and zaru soba, with sashimi, tempura, and chawanmushi included. Verdict: a lunch worth remembering for both value and variety.
Jeju Eunhuine Haejangguk Suwon Ingye Branch is a Korean restaurant in Ingye-dong, Suwon, Gyeonggi, serving hangover soup and Jeju-style dombe meat. On a return visit, I enjoyed the hot, rich broth, plentiful bean sprouts, tender meat, easy parking, and free extra rice with one meal per person. Verdict: A satisfying spot for a hearty warm meal in Ingye-dong.
Hwaro Yangmi Gwanggyo Sanghyeon Station Branch is a lamb barbecue restaurant near Sanghyeon Station in Yongin, Gyeonggi. The Special Assorted Set included lamb sirloin, shoulder rack, and marinated mini ribs grilled by staff, followed by spicy beef warm noodles and ice cream. Verdict: a relaxed, satisfying choice for family meals or group dinners.
Sekaro Steak Songpa Main Branch is a steak restaurant near Ogeum Station in Songpa, Seoul. My boyfriend and I ordered the ₩68,000 World Steak Course for two and kept ordering everything from 10 cuts of meat to salads, pasta, and dessert. Verdict: the room atmosphere, juicy steaks, pasta, sides, and unlimited drinks make it a wonderful anniversary-date pick.
Ttukbang is a Korean barbecue restaurant near DBG Park in Goseong-dong, Daegu. I had two portions each of par-grilled pork neck and milk makchang for 12,000 and 11,000 won per portion after a short wait on a packed weeknight. Verdict: a lively choice for tender grilled pork and a satisfying doenjang finish.
Mano di Chef Gangnam is an Italian restaurant between Yeoksam Station and Gangnam Station in Seoul. I had gamtae pesto and octopus gnocchi for 31,900 won and blueberry and arugula pizza for 33,900 won in its spacious, private setting. Verdict: a strong pick for an anniversary date or gathering.
Gojip Tongmuneo Kalguksu Byeollae Byeolgaram Station Branch is a Korean restaurant in Namyangju, Gyeonggi, serving seafood kalguksu and cuttlefish bulgogi. After a 50-minute weekend lunch wait, the thick, springy cuttlefish fritters, sweet bulgogi, and mild clam kalguksu were all satisfying. Verdict: arrive at opening to skip the line.
Suwanjigu Form is a cozy Italian restaurant in Gwangsan, Gwangju. I visited with my parents for its summer seasonal menu of Korean beef tartare, cuttlefish, and pork tenderloin, plus house-made melon sorbet. Verdict: a relaxed, atmospheric choice for a family meal or date.
