Ikseon-dong Gogijip (익선동고기집)

2026-11-03

47 Supyo-ro 28-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Ikseon-dong Gogijip is a restaurant specializing in grilled pork, located in an Ikseon-dong Hanok Street in Jongno-gu, Seoul. It is about a 2-minute walk from Exit 6 of Jongno 3-ga Station and opened in July 2017. Staff members grill domestic pork belly, pork shoulder, and pork neck right at your table, and the signature combination is raw pork belly grilled with water dropwort. The Korean Pork Assortment Set includes pork belly, pork shoulder, and pork neck—600g for two people and 800g for three to four people—and the restaurant also serves short ribs, Wagyu sirloin, and kimchi stew. When you order meat, steamed egg custard, soybean paste stew, lettuce, pickled perilla leaves, and seasoned shredded green onions are served as standard sides. The interior features a traditional Korean hanok with exposed wooden beams and rafters, while the outdoor seating in the alley is lit by string lights; group seating is also available.

Ubaek Galbi - Ajung-ri Main Branch (우백갈비 아중리본점)

2026-10-26

236-1 Ajung-ro, Deokjin-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

Ubaek Galbi is a charcoal-grilled beef short rib specialty restaurant with its main branch located in Ajung-ri, Jeonju. It features hand-selected kkot galbi and domestically produced Hanwoo 1++ rib meat, which are grilled over charcoal and served with a variety of complementary side dishes. The signature kkot galbi are cut from the 6th to 8th ribs of the cow and are characterized by the rich juiciness and savory flavor of the meat still attached to the bone. They can be ordered in 600g and 900g portions (bone-in), recommended for 2 and 3 people, respectively. Additionally, the restaurant offers Hanwoo 1++ rib meat and garlic-marinated Hanwoo rib meat. You can savor the unique nutty richness of Hanwoo or enjoy the flavor enhanced by garlic seasoning. You can also choose from charcoal-grilled seasoned short ribs and Hanwoo yukhoe (raw beef) seasoned in the southern style, making it a great way to experience a variety of beef flavors according to your preference. The side dish, white kimchi, is made with pureed Naju pears. Myeongi greens are perfect for wrapping around the meat. You can also enjoy shredded green onions seasoned with sesame oil, raw shredded radish, and a trio of assorted pickles. Along with egg and scallion rice flavored with free-range eggs and soy sauce, the restaurant offers handmade bibim naengmyeon made with 19 ingredients, as well as “Halmae Doenjang Sulbap”—a rice dish seasoned with both doenjang and cheonggukjang—allowing you to enjoy the meal to the very end according to your preferences. The restaurant is located on the main road across from the Jeonju Ajung Station Hanok Rail Bike, next to Ajung Elementary School. It is about a 5- to 7-minute drive from Jeonju Station and about 10 to 12 minutes from Jeonju Hanok Village. Parking is convenient, with spaces available behind the restaurant and in the surrounding area.

The Little Cottage by the Railroad Tracks - Jeonju Ajung-ri Main Branch (기찻길옆오막살이 전주아중리본점)

2026-10-22

71 Ingyo 9-gil, Deokjin-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

The Little Cottage by the Railroad Tracks is a restaurant specializing in garlic-marinated chicken stew that has been carrying on Jeonju’s unique flavors for two generations since its founding in 1998. The restaurant’s hallmark lies in its marinating techniques, honed over many years, and its meticulous cooking process. The chicken is marinated in a special garlic sauce, aged at a low temperature, and then cooked twice. This two-step cooking process makes the chicken even more tender and infuses it with a rich, savory flavor that penetrates all the way to the center. With its cozy, retro-style wooden interior, the restaurant aims to soothe travelers’ fatigue and provide a satisfying and unique culinary experience during their visit to Jeonju.

Tanti (탄티)

2026-10-15

37 Dareumsan-gil, Jeonggwan-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan

Tanti is a large bakery café and multi-purpose cultural space located in Busan. It offers approximately 80 varieties of baked goods daily, along with a wide selection of coffees and beverages, and features a spacious indoor area, an outdoor terrace, private rooms, and dog-friendly bungalows. The store is equipped with a large screen, and live instrumental performances are held regularly. A distinctive feature is the scenic view created by indoor and outdoor lighting at night. It features a spacious parking lot and separate spaces available for group gatherings and meetings. Takeout is also available.

MOOAA (무아)

2026-10-13

33 Nonhyeon-ro 151-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

MOOAA is a reservation-only kaiseki restaurant located on Garosu Street of Sinsa-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. Based on seasonal ingredients from Korea and Japan, the restaurant incorporates the flow of the 24 solar terms and seasonal changes into its course menus. It operates by naturally adjusting one or two items in the course every 7 to 10 days, depending on ingredient availability and seasonal shifts. The signature “Hassun” course is characterized by its visual representation of the seasonal landscape, featuring an arrangement of various seasonal dishes, the chef’s original tableware and art objects, and fresh seasonal flowers and plants all on a single platter. The restaurant features an open counter where guests can watch the cooking process up close, and it also hosts the “Craft Archive” exhibition, which showcases works by craft artists within the space. The exhibition rotates approximately every two months to introduce new artists and their works. Guests can enjoy kaiseki courses for both lunch and dinner, and staff are available to provide information about the courses and ingredients.

Hermitage (에르미타주)

2026-09-04

3-8 Sinseo-ro 52beon-gil, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

Located in Seogwipo City, Hermitage is a restaurant that captures the seasons of Jeju through French cuisine. Reservations are required, and ordering alcohol is mandatory; therefore, only adults are permitted to dine here. The course menu and ingredients vary with the seasons, and guests can learn about the local Jeju specialties used in the dishes, allowing for a diverse and enriching dining experience. Parking is available at nearby public parking lots.

Ganghwa Homie (강화 호미)

2026-08-19

436 Haeandong-ro, Bureun-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

Ganghwa Homie is a storytelling bakery cafe imagined from the story of the tiger in the Dangun myth after it jumped out of the cave. It is located along the coastal road near Dongmak Beach and Ganghwa Beach. Based on the character world of Tiger Master Beom, Tiny, Minisoo, and Hipdak, it has created a cave-concept open kitchen, themed spaces, and an outdoor plaza. Centered around a grill bakery that directly bakes ingredients in a wood-fired oven to complete dishes, it offers unique signature menus such as Jjapaghetti sandwiches, pork rib sandwiches, and sirloin sandwiches, along with various bakery items and beverages. It operates a free dedicated parking lot, providing a convenient space for tourists visiting Ganghwa Island to enjoy meals and relaxation.

New Order Club Hannam (뉴오더클럽 한남)

2026-10-07

58-14 Itaewon-ro 54-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

New Order Club Hannam is a New York-style pizza specialty store located in Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul. It is a pizza bar where you can enjoy pizza and music together. The signature menu items are potato pizza and sweet corn pizza, and they also offer half-and-half pizza, which allows you to choose two different flavors on one plate. The pizza is available in both whole and slice options, and the store sells beer and beverages that can be ordered with the pizza. The name "New Order Club" is inspired by the British band New Order. It is conveniently located near Hannam-dong, Hangangjin Station, and Itaewon.

Surim Hoetjip (수림횟집)

2026-08-11

15 Haeundaehaebyeon-ro 221beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan

Surim Hoetjip is a raw fish specialty restaurant located in Haeundae-gu, Busan, offering a variety of seafood dishes, including mulhoe (cold raw fish soup) and course meals. The signature dish, cold raw fish soup, is enjoyed with hoe (sliced raw fish), seafood, and vegetables in a refreshing broth, making it a favorite in the hot season. The restaurant also offers course meals that serve various seafood and cooked dishes in sequence, making it suitable for family dining, gatherings with friends, and group events. Conveniently accessible from major tourist attractions such as Haeundae Beach and Dongbaek Island, it is an ideal place for visitors who want to taste cold raw fish soup during their trip to Busan.

Jincheongyujeom (진청유점)

2026-10-20

27 Donggyo-ro 46-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Jincheongyujeom is a seasonal Korean restaurant tucked into the alleys of Yeonnam-dong in Mapo-gu, Seoul. The kitchen uses freshly pressed sesame and perilla oils prepared in-house each day, adding depth and aroma to its dishes. Signature items include buckwheat noodles with perilla oil, bibimbap, brisket soup, ssambap (leaf wraps and rice) with beef soybean paste, grilled mackerel with fern risotto, hanu (Korean beef) tartare with seaweed gimbap, and smoked beef short ribs. Popular sides include pollock roe potato pancakes, chilled sliced pork, and olbanggae muk salad (arrowroot starch jelly salad). Bottled sesame and perilla oils (200 ml) are also available for purchase, individually or as sets. The menu is available in multiple languages and includes vegan and gluten-free options. Corkage is available. The restaurant is about an 8–10 minute walk from Exit 3 of Hongik University Station.

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