Seoul
in South Korea

Having a Korean BBQ in Seoul is the equivalent of having a bagel in NYC or a slice of margarita in Milan. Visiting a Korean BBQ restaurant is necessary to fulfil your experience in the city and to please your taste buds. 853 is a classic, laidback spot that serves exquisite meats and veggies for an authentic barbecue. You will probably never recover after trying their pork belly. 

Anju Maeul is a perfect late night dining spot with good service and good vibes. Try the fresh sashimi and grilled fish - you'll thank us later. 

Looking for the best street food in Seoul? Gwangjang Market is where you need to be - a must visit for beef and octopus tartare, soy marinated crab, Korean doughnuts, and many more delicious bites. While you'll probably have to queue (worth the wait) get a feel for the country's culture and traditions.

A teeeeeny tiny place serving delicious rotisserie chicken. Only locals come here so there is an amazing vibe that you cannot find at many other places in Seoul. 

Michelin-star chefs Min Goo Kang and Chang Ho Shin have together created the perfect fried chicken at Hyodo. Their incredible ingredients and careful preparation make for a formidable flavour explosion - a must try! 

Amazing local steak house, famous for their galbi. Be prepared for a truly unique, local experience here. 

In the back alleys of the Jogno neighborhood you can find rows of outdoor food stalls, which are called "Pojangmacha”. A must visit for cheap and high quality street food - best enjoyed with a cold beer in hand. 

For delicious dim sum, head to Jué. The elegant setting and great service make this a 5 star experience. 

Miro Sikdang is a casual dinner spot known for delicious Korean classics like seafood and spring onion pancakes, and grilled pork neck, paired with fresh seasonal ingredients. Grab a table, enjoy a beer, and taste away! 

Fermentation-forward is the approach of Mukjung, which serves modern twists to traditional Korean dining. Chef Austin Kang creates a menu guided upon health and wellbeing; tofu hummus is served with a pickled apricot extract and conch escargot is topped with a mint pesto and crumble. 

Just across the street from the Gyeongbokgung Palace, Onjium is an incredible, fine-dining, experience dedicated to preserving Korean food traditions. A light-filled, concrete space with a menu based off using seasonal ingredients in dishes which have been reimagined for centuries. Make sure to check out its in-house clothing and design studio. 

Built around traditional Korean food inspired by owner, Pak Mogua's mother, Parc is the ideal, chic address for a lunch after visiting the Leeum Museum. On the menu are homestyle Korean comfort meals with a set menu which changes daily according to the season. 

Craving Korean barbecue? Us too. Head to Saebyukjib in Gangnam for mouth-watering food and excellent service. They are open 24 hours a day, so it's the perfect spot for a late night bite after singing your heart out at the karaoke bars.

Balancing perfectly in between comfortable casual fare and haute cuisine, Samwon Garden is a great option for Korean barbecue. High ceilings and glass walls combined with the Korean aesthetics of empty space adds a sense of openness to this dining room. 

This lively restaurant offers traditional food with a modern twist, and has great drinks to enjoy while you savor each bite. You are bound to have a great experience here. 

Modern Chinese cuisine in a nice restaurant with a small garden. The gourmet dishes are delicious, we especially love the peking duck. 

Natural wines rule here at wildduck & canteen, so abandon any plans you had for a classic Nebbiolo. This relaxed neighbourhood spot is ideal for delicious American-style small plates and fresh, funky wines.