Seoul Food Tour: Markets, Cafes, and Shops
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15 places on the map
Explore the map in the DocentPro app15 places in Seoul: Gwangjang Market, Olive Young Myeongdong Town, Hongdae Korean restaurant crab kingdom, and 12 more. Every place is verified on Google Maps, featured in a YouTube post by WorldwideWu.
Gwangjang Market
Market
4.2
Gwangjang Market is one of South Korea's oldest and largest traditional markets, renowned for its vibrant food stalls and diverse street food offerings. Visitors can find an array of Korean dishes, from bibimbap and kalguksu to mung bean pancakes and fresh seafood, all in a bustling and authentic atmosphere.
Olive Young Myeongdong Town
Cosmetics store
4.3
Olive Young is a popular health and beauty store chain in South Korea, offering a wide range of Korean skincare, cosmetics, and health products. It's known for its extensive selection and competitive prices, making it a favorite stop for both locals and tourists looking for beauty essentials and trending items.
Hongdae Korean restaurant crab kingdom
Seafood restaurant
4.5
Crab Kingdom in Hongdae specializes in ganjang gejang (soy sauce marinated raw crab), a popular Korean delicacy. They also serve raw soy sauce marinated shrimp, often enjoyed with rice and seaweed. The restaurant provides plastic gloves and a tutorial for first-timers to fully enjoy the dish.
Daehwajeong Real Haejangguk
Korean restaurant
4.2
This restaurant specializes in haejangguk, a Korean hangover soup often served for breakfast. Their menu features limited options, including a premium hangover soup with mustard greens and pork bone, and a simpler version. It's a popular spot for locals, especially after a long night out, offering generous portions of kimchi to complement the hearty soup.
Anthracite Coffee Hapjeong.
Coffee roastery
4.2
Anthracite Coffee in Hapjeong is a renowned coffee roastery and cafe, celebrated for its industrial-chic ambiance and high-quality artisanal coffee. They offer a selection of single-origin coffees and custom blends, along with pastries and cakes. It's a great spot for coffee enthusiasts seeking a unique and refined experience.
북촌무궁화
Korean restaurant
4.9
This local restaurant specializes in traditional Korean comfort food, including various dishes made with boiled pork (bossam) served with spicy pollock, kimchi, and different banchan. They also offer a large selection of makgeolli (rice wine) to complement the meal, and are known for their lively atmosphere.
Jayeondo Sogeumppang (Salt Bread) in Seongsu
Bakery
4.5
Jayeondo Salt Bread in Seongsu is a popular bakery known for its famous Korean salt bread. They offer freshly baked croissants with a unique salty and buttery flavor, often served warm. The bakery's simple yet elegant packaging makes it a delightful treat.
MARGESHERWOOD Seongsu
Store
4.6
Marge Sherwood is a contemporary fashion brand specializing in stylish handbags and accessories. Their Seongsu boutique features a sleek, modern interior with various bag styles, including unique polka dot designs and classic leather pieces.
Blue Elephant Space Seongsu
Store
4.2
Blue Elephant Space Seongsu is a stylish eyewear store in the Seongsu district. It features a modern, minimalist interior with artistic displays, offering a range of sunglasses and optical frames.
JUNO HAIR Myeongdong 2
Beauty salon
4.9
JUNO HAIR is a hair salon chain in South Korea offering a range of services, including hair spa treatments. They provide a relaxing and professional environment, often including complimentary beverages like iced coffee, making it a pleasant experience for hair care.
EMIS HANNAM FLAGSHIP STORE
Clothing store
4.3
emis is a trendy fashion boutique in the Seongsu district, known for its minimalist and casual streetwear. The store offers a variety of clothing items and accessories, including hats and bags, catering to a stylish and youthful clientele.
Neungdong Minari Seongsu
Korean restaurant
4.5
This restaurant in Seongsu is dedicated to minari, a type of Korean water spinach. It's famous for its minari brisket soup and yukhoe bibimbap, which combines beef tartare with minari and Asian pear. The mild and refreshing flavors of minari are central to its menu.
광장시장 일호상회 (ILHO Market)
Coffee shop
4.5
ILHO Market is a coffee shop located within Gwangjang Market, known for its high-quality coffee. The founder is a winner of multiple world coffee roasting contests, offering expertly roasted beans and signature drinks like the 'Noir Blanc' black coffee with cream and cocoa powder.
Seochon Jeontong Sundaeguk
Korean restaurant
4.3
This traditional restaurant serves sundae-guk, a Korean blood sausage soup, considered the ultimate humble meal. The soup features a clear broth with blood sausage and various innards, often accompanied by kimchi and other side dishes. It's a comforting and hearty option for a traditional Korean dining experience.
길바닥 Gil bar Dak
Bar
4.6
This cozy and chill bar in Haebangchon is a hidden gem known for its affordable drinks, particularly gin cocktails. It offers a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for a quiet evening drink with friends.
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