Seoul's Best Budget Eats and Street Food
Source:
@Angelica & Aileen Wanders
9 restaurants in Seoul featured in a youtube post by Angelica & Aileen Wanders, verified on Google Maps: Gwangjang Market, Myeongdong Kyoja Main Restaurant, Cafe Pokpo, and 6 more.
Gwangjang Market
Market
4.2
Gwangjang Market is a bustling food market in Seoul, famous for its variety of delicious street foods. It's home to Yoon-sun, also known as the 'vibrant pink lady,' who gained international fame after appearing on Netflix's Street Food Asia for her homemade Kalaguksu. Besides the popular Kalguksu, other must-try dishes include the mungbean pancakes, twisted donuts, and the inventive marshmallow ice cream.
Myeongdong Kyoja Main Restaurant
Restaurant
4.2
Myeongdong Kyoja is a legendary Michelin-recommended restaurant that has been family-owned since 1966. Despite its long history and popularity, it offers a simple menu with only three items: Kalaguksu, Mandu, and cold spicy noodles. Their handmade noodles are thick, chewy, and fresh, served in a light, steaming chicken broth with minced pork and perfectly complementing their generously stuffed mandu.
Cafe Pokpo
Coffee shop
4.4
Cafe Pokpo is a hidden gem in Seoul that perfectly blends nature with coffee. Its unique location features cascading waterfalls, creating a peaceful and serene atmosphere. It's an ideal spot for a quick breather from the city's hustle and bustle, offering outdoor seating to enjoy the stunning waterfall views.
Saemaul Restaurant Hongdae Seogyo Branch
Korean restaurant
4.7
Saemaul Restaurant in Hongdae is a lively Korean BBQ spot offering high-quality Korean meats at reasonable prices, creating a bustling atmosphere for enjoyable meals. Their best-selling Pork Bulgogi, marinated with a smoky-sweet sauce, grills to caramelized perfection, resulting in tender, juicy bites with a slight char. The restaurant also provides an unlimited self-serve side dish bar for a small fee, allowing guests to customize their meals with various Korean classics like kimchi and pickled radish.
Hotteok Namdaemun Vegetable
Dessert shop
4.2
Namdaemun Vegetable Hotteok is a popular street food stall located in Namdaemun Market. It's famous for its unique twist on the classic Korean hotteok, offering three exciting flavors including Vegetable Japchae, Sweet Seed, and Red Bean. Expect a long line, but the freshly made hotteok with their crispy-chewy texture and delicious fillings are definitely worth the wait.
Cafe Onion Anguk
Cafe
4.2
Cafe Onion is a popular cafe in Seoul, housed in a beautifully converted 100-year-old traditional Korean house. It blends Korean architectural charm with a contemporary minimalist vibe, offering a unique and aesthetically pleasing experience. Their famous Pandoro, a fluffy traditional Italian sweet bread, and the Green Tea Matcha Scone are highly recommended pastries to enjoy with their selection of coffee.
Cochon Tonkatsu
Tonkatsu restaurant
4.4
Cochon Tonkatsu is a cozy, budget-friendly restaurant known for its delicious Japanese-style tonkatsu. Their dish features thick, juicy cuts of pork coated in a crispy golden bread crumb crust, served with traditional sides like shredded cabbage, rice, and miso soup. This makes for a well-rounded and balanced meal, offering incredible value for its generous portions.
Yoogane Chicken Galbi(Myeongdong 2nd Branch)
Korean restaurant
4.0
Yoogane is a top choice for a fun, flavorful, and cheesy meal in Korea, known as the number one affordable chicken galbi brand. This restaurant has been around for over 40 years with over 200 branches nationwide. Their Dak Galbi + Cheese Platter is a massive dish perfect for sharing, featuring tender marinated chicken, chewy rice cakes, sweet potatoes, and fresh veggies stir-fried in their signature gochujang sauce.
Ssada Gimbap - Sinsa Station(Gangnam Area) (싸다김밥 신사역점)
Restaurant
4.9
Ssada Gimbap is a popular Kimbap chain in Korea known for its delicious and budget-friendly meals. They offer a quick and casual setting, perfect for a satisfying snack or a quick grab-and-go lunch. Must-try dishes include the Pork Cutlet Omelet and Shrimp in Curry Rice.