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Pyeongyang Naengmyeon (평양냉면)

Pyeongyang Naengmyeon (평양냉면)

2017-01-19

109-2, Wonhyo-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-772-2448

The restaurant of Pyeongyang Naengmyeon has been operated through two generations and thus is very famous in Gyeongju. Its noodles are hand-made from starch of Korea-grown buckwheat and potato and broth is made by deeply boiling beef bones. So, noodles are chewy and broth tastes rich and clean.

Bongsan Jjimgalbi (봉산찜갈비)

Bongsan Jjimgalbi (봉산찜갈비)

2017-11-23

9-18, Dongdeok-ro 36-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu
+82-53-425-4203

Jjimgalbi, steamed beef ribs, is a popular Korean dish. What sets Bongsan Jjimgalbi (봉산찜갈비) apart is that the restaurant serves the ribs in nickel-silver bowls that have higher thermal conductivity, which helps to bring out the best flavor and texture in meat. Furthermore, the popularity of Bongsan Jjimgalbi has given rise to other jjimgalbi restaurants on the same street that is now known as Dongin-dong Jjimgalbi Street. Today, jjimgalbi remains a representative local specialty of Daegu, and one of the most popular Korean dishes among international visitors.

Myeongsong Chobap (명송초밥)

Myeongsong Chobap (명송초밥)

2020-06-04

32, Haegwan-ro, Jung-gu, Busan
+82-51-246-1225

Myeongsong Chobap in Busan is a Japanese restaurant serving fresh sushi and raw fish.

Myeongdong 1(Il) Beonji Dakgalbi (명동1번지닭갈비)

Myeongdong 1(Il) Beonji Dakgalbi (명동1번지닭갈비)

2020-03-27

7, Geumgang-ro 62beon-gil, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-256-6448

Myeongdong 1 Beonji Dakgalbi is located on the famous Chuncheon Myeongdong Dakgalbi Street in the lake city of Chuncheon. The restaurant’s main menu is makguksu (cold buckwheat noodles) and dakgalbi, both specialties of Chuncheon that are hearty and delicious!

The chopped chicken used to make dakgalbi is 100% domestically produced and is served with fresh vegetables and the restaurant’s signature seasoning. Makguksu, another well-known local specialty, is buckwheat noodles served in cold broth with seasoning on top.

Tombola (톰볼라)

Tombola (톰볼라)

2020-04-27

16, Seorae-ro 7-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-2-593-4660

Located in Banpo-dong, Seocho-gu, Tombola is an Italian restaurant with a cozy atmosphere and rustic cuisine. The restaurant’s relaxed, yet vibrant atmosphere makes for an ambience that is friendly, but at the same time exotic. Diners can enjoy excellent Italian home-cooked dishes like pizza and pasta at affordable prices, making this particular eatery incredibly popular (reservations strongly recommended!). The most popular menu item is the gratin that comes slathered with cheese.

Daebaek Sonkalguksu (대백손칼국수)

2020-04-24

114, Dongdeok-ro, Jung-gu, Daegu
+82-53-423-2792

Daebaek Sonkalguksu is a popular son kalguksu (hand-pulled noodles) restaurant in Daegu. The restaurant also serves complimentary boribap (barley rice) and doenjang (soybean paste).

Gugil Ttarogukbap (국일따로국밥)

2020-05-04

571, Gukchaebosang-ro, Jung-gu, Daegu
+82-53-253-7623

Unlike traditional gukbap (rice soup), the rice and the soup in Ttarogukbap are served separately. It is a speciality in Daegu, and the main dish served at Gugil Ttarogukbap. The restaurant makes the broth with beef bones, and adds spices, meat and coagulated ox blood to complete the rich and flavorful soup. Meanwhile, the restaurant was designated as a site of master craftsmanship by the Korean Traditional Culture Preservation Committee, as well as an authentic local speciality restaurant in Daegu.

Nampo Samgyetang (남포삼계탕)

2024-03-15

16-1, Nampo-gil, Jung-gu, Busan
+82-51-245-5075

Nampo Samgyetang serves samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup), a popular pick-me-up food in Korea. The restaurant's history goes back to 1962, so it has developed a loyal following. The samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup) served in the restaurant features Korean chicken boiled down with vegetables and medicinal herbs, resulting in a nutritious bowl of soup. Other menu items include jeonbok samgyetang (abalone and ginseng chicken soup) and dak jeongi gui (roasted chicken).

Jeongsikdang (정식당)

2021-03-24

11, Seolleung-ro, 158-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-517-4654

It’s a 2020 Michelin Guide restaurant. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangnam-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is beef tenderloin steak.

Poom Seoul (품 서울)

2024-03-07

6, Samseong-ro 126-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-777-9007

Poom Seoul brings together traditional Korean cuisine and contemporary inspirations. Based on the cuisine enjoyed in the royal court or among the aristocracy of Joseon, Poom Seoul offers Korean table d’hote course menus made with seasonal ingredients and natural seasoning in both lunch and dinner courses. The restaurant was included in the MICHELIN Guide Seoul 2020. Visitors must place a reservation at least a day in advance before the visit. Poom Seoul can be found near Exit 6 of Cheongdam Station.