14 Restaurants in Seoul
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@하이갱스 higaengs
14 restaurants in Seoul featured in a youtube post by 하이갱스 higaengs, verified on Google Maps: Pildong Myeonok, Sollago Myeongdong Hotel & Residence, Sarangbang Kalguksu, and 11 more.
Pildong Myeonok
Korean restaurant
4.2
A renowned restaurant with 40 years of history, famous for its Pyeongyang-style cold noodles (naengmyeon). The broth is deeply savory with a rich beef flavor, and the noodles are perfectly chewy. The balance of saltiness in the broth is expertly achieved, making it a highly recommended spot for cold noodle enthusiasts.
Sollago Myeongdong Hotel & Residence
Hotel
4.2
Located on the second floor of the Solago Hotel Myeongdong, this buffet restaurant offers a diverse selection of dishes for 18,000 won. The menu includes various Korean, Western, and Chinese options, with a notable focus on fresh ingredients and a wide array of main courses. The dessert section is particularly impressive, featuring freshly baked waffles and a variety of pastries and fruits.
Sarangbang Kalguksu
Korean restaurant
4.4
A long-standing restaurant established in 1968, famous for its Baeksook Baekban (half a boiled chicken with rice) and kalguksu. The chicken is served whole with a clear, refreshing broth, and the highlight is dipping the tender chicken in a spicy cho-gochujang sauce. The kimchi is also highly praised, making it a popular spot for both locals and tourists.
Seoul Katsu
Tonkatsu restaurant
4.5
This restaurant is a popular spot for tonkatsu (pork cutlet) among Dongguk University students, offering a 3,000 won discount. The soft assorted tonkatsu set includes tender sirloin, juicy tenderloin, and a unique minced meat cutlet with vegetables. The tonkatsu is praised for its tenderness and juiciness, and the accompanying pork-based doenjang-jjigae (fermented soybean paste stew) is also a highlight.
황평집닭곰탕
Restaurant
4.2
This restaurant specializes in chicken soup (dakgomtang) and spicy chicken salad (dakmuchim). The dakgomtang is known for its clear, clean, and flavorful broth, with tender chicken that has no gamey taste. The dakmuchim is a unique, tangy, and spicy dish with generous portions of chicken and a refreshing apple component.
Loong kee
Taiwanese restaurant
4.5
This restaurant offers Taiwanese and Hong Kong cuisine, with a Hong Kong-inspired interior. Signature dishes include beef noodle soup (uyukmyeon) and braised pork rice (lu rou fan), both praised for being even more delicious than authentic versions found in Taiwan and Hong Kong. It's a hidden gem that leaves a lasting impression.
Eulji Thai
Thai restaurant
4.4
A relatively new Thai restaurant in the area, known for its authentic Thai cuisine. Popular dishes include pork basil rice (돼지고기 바질 덮밥) and Tom Yum soup, both praised for their bold and authentic flavors. The pork basil rice is spicy and aromatic, while the Tom Yum soup offers a perfect balance of sour, spicy, and sweet, with plenty of shrimp.
Dongwon Restaraunt
Korean restaurant
3.9
This restaurant is known for its gamjatang (pork bone soup) and sundae-guk (blood sausage soup). The gamjatang is characterized by a clean, spicy, and flavorful broth with a strong potato aroma and tender, abundant meat. While the single-serving option is no longer available, the generous portions for two people offer great value.
충무로청국장
Korean restaurant
4.3
This restaurant specializes in cheonggukjang (fermented soybean paste stew) and offers a set meal that includes suyuk (boiled pork slices), gyeranjjim (steamed egg), japchae (glass noodles), and various side dishes. The cheonggukjang is noted for its rich and savory flavor, and the suyuk is incredibly tender. It's a great place to enjoy a hearty and traditional Korean meal.
박지후스시
Japanese restaurant
4.5
A relatively new sushi restaurant in Chungmuro, known for its fresh and diverse sushi selection. The assorted sushi set includes various types of fish and shrimp, with a subtly sweet and tangy rice. The shrimp sushi, in particular, is highlighted for its rich flavor and firm texture, and the set also comes with crispy tempura and a flavorful udon soup.
Chungmuro Kalguksu
Restaurant
4.2
This kalguksu (knife-cut noodle soup) restaurant has a long history, having recently relocated after 25 years. The broth is a rich and savory anchovy base, with a hint of other dried seafood, and the noodles are delightfully chewy. The kimchi is also a standout, with a spicy and salty flavor that perfectly complements the noodles.
Deungnamujip Dongdae Dakhanmari
Chicken restaurant
4.3
A legendary restaurant near Dongguk University, famous for its dakhanmari (whole chicken soup). The broth is spicy and flavorful with a subtle curry aroma, and the chicken is tender and chewy. The special chive sauce, with its sweet, spicy, and tangy notes, is highly addictive and perfectly complements the chicken and rice porridge at the end.
Taehwaru
Chinese restaurant
4.2
A Chinese restaurant with 22 years of history, located next to Dongguk University, famous for its gan jjajang (dry black bean noodles). The gan jjajang is prepared fresh upon order, with a rich, savory, and slightly smoky flavor that is not overly sweet. The generous amount of stir-fried vegetables and meat in the sauce adds to its appeal.
성원뷔페
Buffet restaurant
4.3
This buffet restaurant offers a wide variety of dishes, including Korean, Western, and Asian options, with a focus on fresh ingredients and a live station for made-to-order items. Highlights include salmon, octopus salad, and a diverse dessert selection with cakes, pastries, and coffee. It's a great value for money, especially for those looking for a hearty and varied meal.