8 Restaurants in Seoul you Have to Try

By Carlin Leung

Korean cuisine is diverse & unique from most other places around the world. What better place to try Korean cuisine than in the country's capitol? Here are 8 restaurant serving up Seoul's best food.

  • Bangboem Pocha

    Literally meaning 'security tent bar', the bar is tucked away in an alley in Itaewong Dong, furnished as an old fashioned police station.  Bangboem Pocha is owned by art director Lee Tae Hoon.

  • Song Jook Heon

    Song Jook Heon goes back to traditional Korean cuisine. The dining area is completely empty until the food is served, all at once, table & all, for a truly authentic experience.

  • Eulji Myun Oak

    If you're looking for a lighter, fresher take on Korean cuisine, look no further than Eulji Myun Oak. They serve cold buckwheat & potato noodles with cucumbers, pears & eggs.

  • Si Hwa Dam

    The 'museum of Korean cuisine' places an emphasis not only on the the quality of their food, but also the presentation. Their meticulous plating combines modern styles with Insadong-era cooking.

  • Gae Hwa Oak

    Gae Hwa Oak embraces the simplicity & humility of Korean cooking, by taking a minimalist approach in their food. They let the bold flavors speak for themselves—even the decor is simple.

  • Goraebul

    Taking the name from a small town in Gyeongsang province, Goraebul specializes in seafood, particularly their raw selections, providing a Korean styling to traditional Japanese sushi & sashimi.

  • Byeokje Galbi

    Byeokje Galbi focusses on Galbi, or grilled barbecue meat. Thin slices of beef are grilled right in front of you; their claim to fame is the extremely high quality meat that they serve.

  • To Sok Chon

    To Sok Chon was once the favorite of late president Noh Muh-hyun, & is well known for their samgyetang—slow-cooked spring chicken stuffed with chestnuts, garlic & ginseng.

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