Seoureseo Duljjaero Jalhaneunjip (The Second Best in Seoul) (서울서둘째로잘하는집)
2021-04-06
122-1, Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-734-5302
The delicious, sweet, red-bean soup called “Danpatjuk” in Korean and served at “The Second Best in Seoul” has been an all-time favorite since it opened in 1976. Not only the exterior, but the interior as well, is very simple and modest, similar to a teahouse in the '70s. This does not keep people from coming back because the unforgettable taste of the sweet red-bean soup makes them return again and again.
“The Second Best in Seoul” was originally opened as a teahouse for traditional Korean medicinal tea; sweet red-bean soup being one of the main specialties on their menu list. But, nowadays, sweet red-bean soup has become the most popular menu item. Sweet red-bean soup can be enjoyed as a light meal because it fills you up quickly. In addition, the chestnuts, gingko nuts, red beans, and glutinous rice cake that are in the thick red-bean soup provide good nutrition.
TIP: The name is very special, right? “The Second Best in Seoul” was named by their modest mind of making food with utmost sincerity.
Ttosuni Sundae (또순이원조순대)
2020-06-16
14, Sillim-ro 59-gil, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
+82-2-884-7565
“Ttosuni Sundae” first started as a small street stand in 1976 and soon became the biggest sundae (blood sausage) restaurant in Sundae Town. Many people visit Ttosuni Sundae because it has been introduced several times through various mass media. White sundae is the most popular dish due to its delicate taste of fried sundae with various vegetables. Sundae guk (blood sausage soup), as well as fried sundae are frequently enjoyed, especially in winter. The dining area is large enough for group gatherings.
Gaehwaok (개화옥)
2019-08-05
7, Apgujeong-ro 50-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-549-1459
This restaurant specializes in tasty bulgogi served in an attractive atmosphere. Lightly spiced, and a high-grade beef, bulgogi is cooked on a Korean-style brazier for optimum temperature and taste. Also famous are bossam, consisting of sliced pork and kimchi, and spicy beef and vegetable salad. A delicious meal goes well with a selection of over 50 name value wines for an affordable price.
Gaeseong Mandu Koong (개성만두 궁)
2021-03-24
11-3, Insadong 10-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-733-9240
Gaeseong Mandu Koong has served Gaeseong-style mandu (dumplings) for more than 30 years. The elderly proprietor, who fled south during the Korean War runs this restaurant with the help of her granddaughters. Characterized by its delicate taste, Gaeseong mandu stuffing consists of pork and various vegetables such as Chinese cabbage and pumpkin. This restaurant's mandu is so popular that it sometimes gets sold out even before evening. Typical menu includes mandu-jeongol (hot pot) and mandu-guk (soup). The hot pot is made of various ingredients including mandu, rice cakes, mushrooms, and meat, and serves two to three persons. For several persons, it's recommended to eat bossam (boiled meat slices wrapped in lettuce leaves or kimchi) and Korean-style pancakes.
Chanyangjip (찬양집)
2025-07-18
5, Donhwamun-ro 11da-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
A popular attraction since the early 1970’s, this rather shabby and hard-to-spot restaurant has attracted many customers with its representative menu item, haemul kalguksu (seafood noodle soup). The soup is delicious and plenty enough for a hearty meal compared to its relatively low price. The noodles are chewy as they are freshly prepared every day and the clam-broth soup is full of flavor. The appearnce of this restaurant may seem old, but it's a recommended spot for a simple and delicious meal.
Samho Bokjip (삼호복집)
2020-01-07
10, Yonsei-ro 5da-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
+82-2-337-9019
Opened in 1976, Samho Bokjip specializes in food that uses puffer fish as the main ingredient. The restaurant uses fresh vegetables and savory broth to bring out the best flavors of a puffer fish.
Mabongrim Wonjo Halmeonijip Tteokbokki (마복림원조할머니집떡볶이)
2021-03-29
5, Dasan-ro 35-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2232-8930
Opened in 1953 by a woman known as Mabongnim, the restaurant takes pride in its 50-plus years of service. As Mabongnim gained popularity, other similar establishments opened nearby, and eventually, formed the now famous “Tteokbokki Street.” The elderly proprietor is well known, even starring in a red-pepper paste (gochujang) ad in the 1990's.
The secret of this restaurant’s tteokbokki lies in the fact that red pepper
paste is mixed with Chinese soybean paste for a sweet and spicy taste, but has now been adopted by other Sindang-dong restaurants. Nevertheless, there is something special about this restaurant’s fare. At present, Mabongnim’s daughters-in-law are running the restaurant.
Imun Seolnongtang (이문설농탕)
2025-08-08
38-13, Ujeongguk-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Imun Seolnongtang has been serving its hearty seolleongtang for over a hundred years since it first opened in 1907. Even its name has a long history: the word imun comes from Imun-gol, the now-obsolete name of the restaurant’s location, and seolnongtang, an old variation of the word seolleongtang. During the Japanese ocupation rule, the restaurant’s regular customers included Gijeong Son, the marathon gold-medalist at the 1936 Berlin Olympics. To make the rich seolleongtang broth, beef meat and bones are simmered for more than 15 hours. Try putting rice and minced green onion in your seolleongtang for a warm and tasty experience. Kkakttugi (diced radish kimchi), provided as a side dish, is also delicious.
Samwon Garden - Main Branch (삼원가든 본점)
2021-03-22
835, Eonju-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-548-3030
Large enough to accommodate up to 1,200 guests, Samwon Garden offers an impressive selection of delicious entrees. The bulgogi and the ribs are the establishment’s signatures dishes. In addition to its traditional dining atmosphere, the restaurant is famous for the thick woods and beautiful natural scenery that surrounds its.
Doore (두레)
2020-01-03
5-24, Insadong 4-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-732-2919
Stew cooked with fermented soybean paste is this restaurant's signature dish. Rice with beef soup contains pyogo mushrooms and seaweed. The ugeoji soup is also a highlight. Made from the four legs of a cow and mixed with soybean paste, it is very unique. Variations of daily side dishes are also available.
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