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Samwonjeong Jungmun (삼원정 중문본점)

Samwonjeong Jungmun (삼원정 중문본점)

0     2024-03-20

44 Saekdaljungang-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

This restaurant near Jeju Jungmun Resort specializes in cutlassfish dishes made with fresh cutlassfish delivered every morning. A popular menu is the Braised Seafood and Whole Cutlassfish, which features a whole cutlassfish braised in a long pot with whole octopus, live abalone, and red-banded lobster. Side dishes include steamed pork slices, mung bean pancakes, and fermented whole anchovies. Rice is served with sea urchin and seaweed soup, with cinnamon punch for dessert. Nearby sights include Jungmun Saekdal Beach and Cheonjeyeonpokpo Falls.

Jeil Banjeom (제일반점)

Jeil Banjeom (제일반점)

23537     2024-03-20

174 Guseong-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju
062-224-6670

Located on Chungjang-ro Street in Gwangju, Jeil Banjeom has been a culinary staple since the 1960s. Operated by a Chinese immigrant, it has garnered popularity for its traditional dishes. The signature yennal jjajang is a classic take on black bean sauce noodles, featuring stir-fried black bean paste, a mix of vegetables, potatoes, and specially selected cuts of pork. Another highlight is the tangsuyuk, a dish of deep-fried pork sirloin coated in a sweet and sour sauce. A local favorite, the restaurant is known for being particularly bustling during lunch hours.

Daewondang (대원당)

7741     2024-03-20

191 Toegye-ro, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do

Daewondang, a bakery established in 1968, is a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Chuncheon. The spacious store showcases a wide variety of breads. Signature items include the Guro mammoth (streusel mammoth bun), richly filled with ingredients, buttercream ppang (buttercream bun) packed with soft cream, and saengcream choux (fresh cream choux). The store also features a seating area where customers can enjoy coffee with their bread. It's located 1.7km from Namchuncheon station.

Pizzeria Hyoinbang (피자성효인방)

19613     2024-03-20

83-5 Gwonyul-ro, Jangheung-myeon, Yangju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Pizzeria Hyoinbang, which opened in the 1980s, is distinctively housed in a refurbished Korean traditional house with a tile roof. Unlike ordinary pizzerias, it offers Korean-style pizzas with unique toppings like bulgogi and crusts made with mugwort and sweet potato. Its savory yet not overly salty pizzas have captivated people's palates, enticing many to return multiple times.

Midam (미담)

23757     2024-03-20

2-13 Sanghwa-ro 9-gil, Dalseo-gu, Daegu

Midam is a Korean restaurant renowned for delivering the most authentic Korean flavors through its hanjeongsik (Korean table d'hote). They specialize in serving healthy medicinal food, using natural seasonings. The restaurant offers four types of hanjeongsik course: Soheon, Sohye, Inhyeon, and Yeheon. Additionally, their menu includes hanu bulgogi jeongsik (Korean beef bulgogi set menu), hanu modum gui (grilled assorted Korean beef cuts), yeonnipbap (lotus leaf rice), and matcha borigulbi jeongsik (barley-aged dried yellow croaker and matcha set menu). The establishment is exclusively comprised of private rooms, making it advisable to book a reservation in advance.

Sooyeon Sanbang (수연산방)

Sooyeon Sanbang (수연산방)

22827     2024-03-20

8 Seongbuk-ro 26-gil, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul

Sooyeon Sanbang is a traditional tea house located in Seongbuk-dong. It was originally built during the Japanese colonial period and was the hanok of the literary figure Lee Taejun. Today, it is operated as a tea house by the writer's granddaughter. The name Sooyeon Sanbang means "a house where literati gather in the mountains." Visitors can enjoy traditional teas such as daechucha (jujube tea) and ssanghwacha (medicinal herb tea), along with snacks like injeolmi (bean-powder-coated rice cake).

Seoul Bakery (서울제빵소 올림픽본점)

Seoul Bakery (서울제빵소 올림픽본점)

0     2024-03-20

1178 Yangjae-daero, Songpa-gu, Seoul

This bakery cafe is located on the second floor of a commercial wing attached to the Olympic Village Apartments, located across from Olympic Park’s Rose Plaza. The spacious  cafe features naturally fermented bread made with organic flour and seats looking out the window. The interior is modern and open, with plenty of seats for long stays. Naturally fermented bread here includes Hongguk rice bread, salt bread, and cream cheese and fig bread. Bread is baked from 08:00 to midday. Visitors can find a timetable for the different kinds of bread served in this cafe in order to make plans in advance to get freshly-baked bread.

Kimganae Seolleongtang [Kimganae Gamasot Seolleongtang(김가네가마솥설렁탕)

18455     2024-03-20

1F, 56 Banghwadong-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul

Kimganae Seolleongtang is a Korean restaurant conveniently situated near Gimpo International Airport Station. Renowned for its commitment to quality, the restaurant sources high-quality beef directly from Hongseong's Cattle Market. A standout on the menu is the galbitang (galbi soup), known for its generous portions of tender ribs and rice cakes. The dish boasts well-seasoned galbi and a rich broth, free from any gaminess. Additionally, on Thursdays, patrons have the opportunity to savor additional delicacies such as liver and omasum. Nearby attractions include Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport and Gangseo Wetland Ecological Park.

Hwanggeum Eojang (황금어장)

18921     2024-03-20

14 Sajang-gil, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

Hwanggeum Eojang specializes in local cuisine, continuing Jeju's flavors and traditions. They utilize a variety of fish caught in Jeju's waters for their dishes. The signature menu is galchi jorim (braised cutlassfish). Godeungeo jorim (braised mackerel) and jeonbong mulhoe (cold raw abalone soup) are also popular. Additionally, they offer course menus, and diners can enjoy special seasonal dishes that vary with the seasons.

Sanjang Garden (산장가든)

Sanjang Garden (산장가든)

15007     2024-03-20

1131-7 Dosingobok-ro, Yeonseo-myeon, Sejong-si
+82-44-867-3333

Sanjang Garden is a Korean restaurant specializing in grilling pork galbi over charcoal. In addition to pork galbi, they also serve dishes such as naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles), dongchimi guksu (noodles with radish water kimchi), and sujebi (hand-pulled dough soup). Surrounded by lakes and mountains, the restaurant offers a picturesque setting and has been featured multiple times on Korean television. It's approximately a 15-minute drive from Jochiwon Station by car or taxi.