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Riverain (리버레인)

Riverain (리버레인)

2024-03-21

2529-47 Yeongseo-ro, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do

Riverain is a cafe located a 10-minute walk from Chuncheon Station. The cafe offers a view of Chuncheondaegyo Bridge, Jungdo Island, and Uiamho Lake. The night view of Chuncheondaegyo Bridge is especially beautiful. The building is entirely made of windows, so one can enjoy tea while looking at the river from anywhere. There is also a large lawn out front. In addition, the 3rd and 4th floor rooftops are no-kids zones, and pets are allowed in the outdoor space. The signature drinks are Riverain Spänner and Bean-Powder Spänner, and there are a variety of desserts too.

Dumulmeori Lotus Hotdog (두물머리연핫도그)

Dumulmeori Lotus Hotdog (두물머리연핫도그)

2024-03-21

103-8 Dumulmeori-gil, Yangseo-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Dumulmeori Lotus Hotdog is a famous snack that everyone who visits Dumulmeori must try at least once. Lotus leaves are added to the dough to give the buns a light green color inside. Crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, its addictive taste is the secret to its popularity. Exploring Dumulmeori can leave one hungry, but a big hot dog will fill one's stomach. The shop offers both mild and spicy flavors.

Bogoli Bansang (보고리반상)

Bogoli Bansang (보고리반상)

2024-03-21

11 Sagijeom-gil, Okcheon-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

This Korean restaurant has delicious side dishes made with freshly picked vegetables every morning. Hot stone pot rice is served with main dishes such as grilled mackerel, grilled Spanish mackerel, spicy stir-fried pork, spicy stir-fried squid and pork, and soybean paste jjigae, as well as vegetable wraps and about 10 kinds of salads and side dishes. Spicy stir-fried pork will help make a bowl of rice disappear in no time. Beef bulgogi and chewy dried yellow croaker aged in barley rice are also popular dishes. there are also many delicious side dishes that make the meal even more satisfying.

Soonheenae Bindaetteok (순희네빈대떡)

Soonheenae Bindaetteok (순희네빈대떡)

2024-03-20

5 Jong-ro 32-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2264-5057

Soonheenae Bindaetteok is a stall located in Gwangjang Market known for its mung bean pancakes and meatballs. Bindaetteok (mung bean pancake) is a dish made by grinding mung beans and mixing them with kimchi, bracken, and ground pork, then flattening and frying the mixture. Here, they grind mung beans on a millstone and fry the bindaetteok on the spot, resulting in a crispy and savory taste. The secret soy sauce dip complements the bindaetteok perfectly. Situated within the traditional market, the atmosphere is lively.

Tongilho (통일호)

Tongilho (통일호)

2024-03-20

7-6 Eoryujeong-gil 212beon-gil, Samsan-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon
+82-32-934-8001

Tongilho is a picturesque hwareo hoe (sliced raw fish) restaurant situated on a hill with sweeping views of Minmeoru Beach in Seongmodo Island. The restaurant sources the freshest catch of the day directly from Janggot Harbor. Popular selections include sliced flatfish, rockfish, and sea bass, while the hearty saeng ureok tang (rockfish soup) stands out as a delightful option. The homemade Ganghwa sunmu kimchi (Ganghwa turnip kimchi) served as a side dish adds a special touch to the dining experience.

Wonjo Hongeo Main Store (원조홍어 본점)

Wonjo Hongeo Main Store (원조홍어 본점)

2024-04-08

200-22 Singil-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
02-841-2445

Wonjo Hongeo Main Store is a hongeo (fermented skate) specialty restaurant located 20 minutes away from Yeouido Park. The signature dish is hongeo samhap (skate, pork, and kimchi combo), a combination of sliced fermented skate, boiled pork, and aged kimchi, creating a stimulating and unique taste. In addition to hongeo samhap, various skate dishes such as hongeo muchim (skate salad), hongeo jeon (pan-fried battered skate fillet), and hongeo tang (skate soup) are available. Nearby attractions include Yeouido Saetgang Ecological Park and Yongmasan Mountain.

Gom Ba Wie (곰바위)

2024-03-25

16 Bongeunsa-ro 97-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
02-511-0068

Situated near COEX, Gom Ba Wie is a renowned restaurant that specializes in dishes crafted from beef intestines. The establishment's signature offerings include yang gui (grilled beef tripe) and daechang gui (grilled beef large intestines), both of which are expertly charcoal-grilled to enhance flavor and preserve their distinctive springy texture. Additionally, the restaurant is famous for its gopchang jeongol (beef small intestine hot pot), a popular choice during the winter months, as well as its unique rendition of baekkimchi (white kimchi).

Gangseo Myeonok (강서면옥)

2024-03-25

35 Dongpyeon-gil, Boeun-eup, Boeun-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
043-544-3895

Since its establishment in 1979, Gangseo Myeonok has specialized in crafting authentic memil naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles). The noodles are freshly made in-house, using high-quality buckwheat sourced from Bongpyeong in Gangwon-do, a region renowned for its premium buckwheat. What sets their memil naengmyeon apart is the exquisite broth, a harmonious blend of Korean beef brisket and the crisp, refreshing water of dongchimi (radish water kimchi). This unique combination results in a soup that’s both refreshing and subtly flavored, ensuring the noodles are tender and accessible to a wide array of palates. The restaurant is conveniently located near the Boeun Intercity Bus Terminal and the bustling Boeun Traditional Market.

Gillimseong (길림성)

2024-03-20

2 Songwon-ro, Jangan-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Gillimseong is celebrated for its Chinese course menus, including a specialized lunch course, alongside a broad selection of à la carte items. The restaurant’s offerings, particularly the rich, deeply flavored broths and the crispy chapssal tangsuyuk (deep-fried pork coated in sweet rice batter, served with sweet and sour sauce), are sure to delight the taste buds of all who visit.

Dongbaek Hoegwan (동백회관)

2024-03-20

74 Odongdo-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
061-664-1487

Dongbaek Hoegwan is a Korean table d'hote restaurant located near Yeosu Expo Park. Meals are provided according to the number of people and price range. A table full of seasonal seafood such as blue crab, flatfish, shrimp, webfoot octopus, sea urchin, and octopus is generously prepared. With a variety of cooking methods including raw fish dishes, soups, braised dishes, and mixed seafood platters, it is a must-visit restaurant for seafood lovers.