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Restaurants in Korea, told firsthand by local bloggers — with photos and Google Maps.
Hoegi Wang Galbitang is a Korean restaurant near Hoegi Station in Dongdaemun, Seoul. I had spicy galbitang and arongsatae galbitang loaded with meat, then helped myself to kimchi and extra rice at the self-service bar. Verdict: a seriously satisfying, filling meal I want to have again.
Eosa Chulto Hongdae Branch is a seafood restaurant in Mapo, Seoul, near Hongik University Station. We swapped the set for raw shrimp sashimi and grilled gizzard shad, then enjoyed springy shrimp, six large fish, and warm side dishes served one by one. A great spot for seafood and drinks with a group.
Yukjjip is a staff-grilled Korean BBQ restaurant in Eunpyeong, Seoul, three minutes from Eungam Station. We ordered the 800g mixed platter twice and finished with spicy soft tofu stew mixed with rice. Verdict: go to Yukjjip for seriously juicy pork neck and an easy, satisfying meat feast.
Hwangnam Dukkebi Restaurant is a Korean restaurant on Hwangridan-gil in Gyeongju, Gyeongbuk. We reserved a weekday table and shared its Cheomseongdae seven-dish set, from crab fried rice to yukhoe and bulgogi. Verdict: a fun choice when two people want a little of everything.
Ihwajeong Galbi Myeongga Magok-Balsan Branch is a Korean BBQ restaurant in Magok, Gangseo-gu, Seoul, about a 5-minute walk from Balsan Station. The writer ordered marinated grilled pork (300g for ₩23,000), doenjang-jjigae (₩8,000) and mul-naengmyeon (₩8,000), and was especially happy with the staff grilling the meat, the clean broth and the ample parking. Ihwajeong Galbi Myeongga is a place to come back to for a family gathering or a dinner without worrying about smelling of smoke.
Gojip Tongmuneo Kalguksu Byeollae Byeolgaram Station Branch is a Korean restaurant in Byeollae, Namyangju, serving mulchong clam kalguksu (knife-cut noodle soup) and cuttlefish dishes. On a third visit, the cuttlefish bulgogi lunch special, fried cuttlefish and a heaping kalguksu came to 54,000 won for 3 people. Gojip Tongmuneo Kalguksu is a place to arrive before the lunch peak and eat your fill.
Sokcho Topgol Makguksu Main Branch is a makguksu restaurant near the Sokcho Eye in Sokcho, Gangwon. Perilla oil buckwheat noodles, spicy-sweet pollock noodles, and buckwheat dumplings made a hugely satisfying first meal with friends. Verdict: A Sokcho makguksu meal even picky friends approved of.
Yeongjae Susan is a seafood restaurant in Songpa, Seoul, where you can take away seasonal assorted sashimi from Garak Market. We brought a platter of sea bass, flounder, and sea bream to the Jamsil Hangang Park picnic zone after work, with soy sauce, cho-gochujang, and ssamjang included. Verdict: a clean, light choice for a Han River sashimi picnic.
Neoul Magok is a raw fish restaurant near Balsan Station in Gangseo, Seoul. I ordered the small aged sashimi platter and steamed scallops, then enjoyed tuna on seasoned seaweed and made my own sushi with vinegared rice. Verdict: A great choice for a casual outdoor-style evening drink or date.
BAS Burger Euljiro Branch is a handmade burger restaurant in Jung-gu, Seoul. I visited with my child and ordered the BAS Burger Set, cheese sticks, and a milkshake, with cheese bacon fries swapped in for an extra charge. Verdict: a satisfying, atmospheric burger meal in Euljiro.
Saeng Augustine Hapjeong Branch is an Asian restaurant in Mapo, Seoul, on the B1 level of Mecenatpolis by Hapjeong Station. I tried king prawn pad Thai, khor moo yang, and Vietnamese pho, and the roomy seating and free parking made it easy for a lunch gathering. Verdict: a comfortable choice for groups or a solo meal.
Yongchon Gogi-jip is a charcoal-grilled meat restaurant in Toseong-myeon, Goseong, Gangwon. Its large parking lot and private rooms made a family meal with children easy, and the tender, gently sweet pork ribs were the standout. Verdict: a satisfying stop between Sokcho and Goseong.
