Seoul Food Tour: Markets, Cafes, and Shops
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@WorldwideWu
16 places in Seoul featured in a youtube post by WorldwideWu, verified on Google Maps: Gwangjang Market, Namdaemun Market, STAND OIL, and 13 more.
Gwangjang Market
Market
4.2
A bustling traditional market known for its street food. Visitors can find various Korean delicacies like seafood sashimi, tteokbokki, and hotteok (fried pancakes). It's a lively atmosphere where you can eat what you see being freshly prepared.
Namdaemun Market
Market
4.2
Namdaemun Market is a large traditional market in Seoul, South Korea, known for its wide array of goods including clothing, household items, and street food. It's a bustling hub where visitors can find everything from cheap pajama pants to traditional Korean snacks like tteokbokki and fish cakes. The market offers a vibrant, authentic local shopping and dining experience.
STAND OIL
Store
3.5
A minimalist and modern fashion store in Seongsu, offering a curated selection of handbags and accessories. The brand focuses on clean lines and contemporary designs, with items like stylish keychains and various bags in different sizes and colors. It's a popular destination for those seeking chic and versatile fashion pieces.
Hongdae Korean restaurant crab kingdom
Seafood restaurant
4.5
A popular restaurant in Hongdae specializing in raw soy sauce marinated crab (ganjang gejang). The crab is served with various side dishes, rice, and a raw egg. They provide plastic gloves for easy eating and even offer tutorials for first-time diners, making it an accessible experience for those new to the dish.
Daehwajeong Real Haejangguk
Korean restaurant
4.2
This restaurant specializes in Haejangguk, a Korean hangover soup. The menu is small, focusing on limited, well-executed options. It's a humble, local restaurant experience with generous kimchi tubs on the table and soju freely poured.
Anthracite Coffee Hapjeong.
Coffee roastery
4.2
A stylish coffee shop housed in a former shoe factory, known for its industrial-chic interior and high-quality coffee. They roast their own beans and offer a selection of pastries and cakes. It's a popular spot for coffee enthusiasts seeking a unique ambiance and artisanal beverages.
북촌무궁화
Korean restaurant
4.9
A Korean comfort food restaurant offering a variety of traditional dishes. Highlights include boiled pork with spicy pollock, grilled chitterlings, and pork and kimchi pancakes. The restaurant has a cozy ambiance, perfect for enjoying classic Korean cuisine and makgeolli.
Jayeondo Sogeumppang (Salt Bread) in Seongsu
Bakery
4.5
A highly popular bakery in Seongsu, famous for its Korean salt bread. This spot attracts long lines for its signature warm, buttery bread, which is often sold in sets of four. Despite varied online reviews, the rich butter content makes it appealing to bread lovers, ideal for a sweet treat.
Shilla Stay Seocho
Hotel
4.1
A modern and clean hotel located in Gangnam, Seoul, known for its strategic location and good value. While the rooms are compact, the hotel offers comfortable stays. The hotel provides a pleasant view of the city, especially at night.
Musinsa Standard
Clothing store
4.9
MUSINSA is a popular online fashion store in South Korea, often compared to the 'Zappos of Korea.' It offers a wide range of streetwear and trendy clothing items. The store has physical locations in areas like Seongsu, catering to fashion-forward individuals.
MARGESHERWOOD Seongsu
Store
4.6
A fashion store located in Seongsu, known for its trendy clothing and accessories, including various styles of handbags. They feature playful designs like polka-dot bags and offer a selection of clothing items. The store has an inviting atmosphere with unique displays, appealing to fashion enthusiasts.
Rockfish Weatherwear Hannam
Shoe store
3.0
A fashion store in Seongsu specializing in footwear and accessories, known for its adorable and unique designs. They offer a range of items from ballet flats in various colors and textures to stylish bags and hats. The brand emphasizes playful and feminine aesthetics, making it a charming stop for fashion-conscious shoppers.
Neungdong Minari Seongsu
Korean restaurant
4.5
This Michelin-starred restaurant specializes in minari (Korean water spinach) dishes. It's famous for its minari brisket soup and yukhoe bibimbap (beef tartare mixed rice) with minari, onions, and Asian pear. The menu highlights fresh, crisp minari in refreshing, well-balanced dishes, offering a unique take on Korean cuisine.
Wolhwa Sikdang
Korean barbecue restaurant
4.8
This very modern and spacious restaurant is featured on popular Korean food shows like 'J-Foodie Meets K-Foodie' on Netflix, specializing in galbi BBQ. It offers unlimited minari, providing a fresh contrast to the rich grilled pork belly. Despite its popularity, early arrival is recommended as they stop accepting customers once their ingredients run out for the night.
광장시장 일호상회 (ILHO Market)
Coffee shop
4.5
A coffee shop within Gwangjang Market known for its specialty coffee. The founder is a winner of multiple world coffee roasting contests. They offer unique coffee drinks like the 'Noir Blanc,' a black coffee with cream and cocoa powder, resembling a dessert.
Seochon Jeontong Sundaeguk
Korean restaurant
4.3
A traditional restaurant offering 'sundaeguk,' a blood sausage soup known as a humble and comforting Korean meal. The soup features a clear broth with blood sausage and various innards, served with sides like kimchi, salted shrimp, and hot pepper paste for customization. It's a perfect meal for those seeking an authentic and accessible Korean culinary experience.
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