Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu · Seoul
38 Daesagwan-ro 34-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea
A Hannam-dong specialist that does one thing - wood-fire-roasted whole chickens stuffed with glutinous rice, ginkgo nuts, and jujube - with walls covered in celebrity signatures.
Haven't been here myself — came recommended from someone I trust.
Tiny Itaewon Chinese dumpling shop open since 2007, known for five varieties of handmade dumplings including a broth-filled shrimp dumpling and one-side-pan-fried half-moon dumplings.
Myeongdong Korean restaurant known for ganjang gejang (soy-marinated raw crabs) and charcoal grills, with nightly live K-pop performances from aspiring singers.
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Bukchon comfort-food spot tucked in an alley near Anguk Station, specializing in delicate Chodang-style soft tofu stews from mild chodang sundubu to spicy seafood.
Gangnam specialist in grilled beef and pork intestines and tripe — a Blue Ribbon Survey pick that's often counted among Seoul's best gopchang houses. Reservations through Catch Table essentially required.