Namdaemun Market Gourmand Alley (Kalguksu Alley) (남대문시장 먹자골목(칼국수 골목))

2.6Km 2023-11-06

42-1, Namdaemunsijang 4-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

Namdaemun Market is a massive market in Seoul filled with history and traditions. In the market, there is a place where people can dine without worrying about time or money, in an unmistakably Korean atmosphere, and that is the Gourmand Alley (Kalguksu Alley). The alley is lined with stalls selling similar fare, and people sit down in front of them, shoulder to shoulder, to enjoy their meal. Namdaemun Market’s Gourmand Alley specializes in noodle soup and steamed barley rice sets. The latter is a mixture of rice and barley, which is then steamed together. Its call to popularity is the nutty flavor imparted by barley. It has a healthy taste like no other, so make sure to check it out. Each order often comes with two or three separate menus (noodle soup, steamed rice, cold buckwheat noodles, etc.), along with a sumptuous array of side dishes like kimchi. Because this spot is beloved by diners of all ages, one often has to wait to get one’s turn during meal hours or on weekends. Keep in mind that the alley’s age often manifests itself in its crowdedness and lower attention to hygiene.
Another thing to note is that first-time visitors often find it difficult to find the entrance to the alley. The entrance is the transparent plastic door right next to “Segye-ro Eyeglasses Shop,” which can be found right across from Exit 5 of Hoehyeon Station on Seoul Subway Line 4. The door is rather small and difficult to find, but once you enter the doorway, you will immediately see the stalls unfolding in front of your eyes.

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LE SOLEIL (르솔레이)

2.6Km 2024-03-18

28 Itaewon-ro 54-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

LE SOLEIL is a dessert café in Yeonhui-dong that is small but constantly crowded with customers. About 20 kinds of madeleines of various ingredients fill the showcase. Representative menu items include Rose & Litchi Madeleine, which has a subtle rose scent and attractive litchi flesh, and Nurung Madeleine, which combines cream cheese and scorched rice toppings. Brûlée Madeleines with a luxurious vanilla scent and Truffle Madeleines with a truffle scent are also popular because they are not commonly seen elsewhere. Popular items will likely be sold out early, so it is best to check the information through their official Instagram before visiting.

AL MATTO (알마또)

2.6Km 2021-03-30

41-1, Sinheung-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
+82-2-794-4616

It is a place that sells Italian-style oven pizzas. This Western dishes restaurant is located in Yongsan-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is wood-fired pizza.

Theory - Hannam Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (띠어리 한남점)

2.6Km 2024-04-18

251, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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Lloyd - Daehangno Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (로이드 대학로)

2.6Km 2024-04-17

1F, 31, Daemyeong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Olive Young - City Hall Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 시청역)

2.6Km 2024-04-22

1, Sejong-daero 16-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Gwanghwamun Deungsim (광화문등심)

2.6Km 2021-07-20

34, Jong-ro, 5-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-722-2020

A restaurant that’s popular among workers for group dinners, it sells grilled meat. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is grilled boneless ribs.

High - Anguk Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이엔드코리아 안국)

2.6Km 2024-04-17

1F, 62-5, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Jogeum (조금)

2.6Km 2021-03-29

62-4, Insadong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-725-8400

It is a Japanese-style hot pot rice store. The best menu at this restaurant is Hot Stone Pot Rice. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul.

Lush Korea - Daehangno Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (㈜러쉬코리아 대학로점)

2.6Km 2024-04-22

27, Daemyeong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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