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Oehalmeonijip Main Branch (외할머니집 본점)

Oehalmeonijip Main Branch (외할머니집 본점)

2024-02-26

230, Gagok-ro, Gamgok-myeon, Eumseong-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Oehalmeonijip serves dubu (bean curd) and cheonggukjang (rich soybean paste) dishes. The dubu (bean curd) here is made fresh every morning using Korean soybeans. The restaurant's signature menu is cheonggukjang (rich soybean paste jjigae), reminiscent of the old-fashioned rural-style cheonggukjang (rich soybean paste jjigae) of the past. Other menus include dubu (bean curd) dishes and dongdongju (rice wine, similar to makgeolli). A particularly renowned dish is sondubu jeongol (handmade bean curd hot pot), which is handmade bean curd, vegetables, and fresh shrimp boiled in a soup.

The Chodae (초대)

The Chodae (초대)

2024-02-26

6-45 Gangbyeonbuk-ro 632beon-gil, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
031-557-7318

The Chodae, established in 1999, is a restaurant specializing in traditional Korean course menus, located in front of the Hangang River in Namyangju. They select only high-quality ingredients, and all dishes are freshly prepared by specialized chefs in their respective sections, ensuring excellent food quality. Their signature menu, Eunhye sangcharim (Eunhye set menu), includes delicacies such as japchae, sogogi chapssal twigim (deep-fried beef in sweet rice batter), galbijjim (braised galbi), and jeonbok maneul gui (grilled abalone with garlic). The restaurant is renowned for its luxurious cuisine and beautiful scenery.

Café Hoban Punggyeong (까페호반풍경)

Café Hoban Punggyeong (까페호반풍경)

2024-02-26

2007, Seongwang-ro, Gunbuk-myeon, Okcheon-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Café Hoban Punggyeong is located at Daecheongho Lake’s Cherry Blossom Road, surrounded by the lake and the beautiful mountains. Its signature menu is salt latte and black sesame latte, which offer sweetness with a dash of salty flavor. Other menu items include espresso, juices, and black sesame cookies. Don’t miss the sunset view from the rooftop, which doubles as a great photo area. Visitors can enjoy the view of Daecheongho Lake both day and night.

Daebomyeongga (대보명가)

2024-02-26

287 Yongdu-daero, Jecheon-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

Daebomyeongga, a renowned Korean restaurant, specializes in herbal cuisine. Its signature offerings include Jecheon yakcho bapsang (set meal of herbal rice) and Jecheon yakcho jaengban (Korean beef herbal stew). Jecheon yakcho bapsang rejuvenates energy with accompaniments of seasonal wild herbs. Jecheon yakcho jaengban, a blend of Korean beef and 16 medicinal herbs such as milk vetch roots, wild herbs, mushrooms, and nuts, is a highlight. Notably, the rice is tailored for men and women—aimed at boosting energy in men and enhancing blood circulation in women.

Kkotgewa Nakji (꽃게와낙지)

2024-02-26

7 Haeannam-ro 2029beon-gil, Hwado-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

Kkotgewa Nakji is a seafood restaurant nestled at the base of Manisan Mountain. The restaurant is renowned for its two standout dishes: the blue crab soup, prepared using egg-filled female crabs, and the stir-fried octopus, which features live octopus cooked immediately to ensure freshness. The side dishes, crafted from fresh ingredients sourced from Ganghwado Island, add a delicious and comforting touch to the dining experience.

Soul (소울)

2024-02-26

B1, 35 Sinheung-ro 26-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

Soul is a fine-dining located in Hannam-dong. It presents reinterpretations of Korean cuisine, drawing inspiration from traditional dishes. The menu is structured into lunch and dinner courses. Known for its ability to artistically express familiar flavors encountered in daily life, Soul was selected for the 2023 Michelin Guide Seoul. Operating on a reservation-only basis, bookings can be made via phone.

Shin Arirang (신아리랑)

2024-02-26

4-3 Ganghwa-daero 409beon-gil, Ganghwa-eup, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

Shin Arirang is a restaurant specializing in jeotguk galbi (salted shrimp and galbi soup), a local food from Ganghwa-gun. Jeotguk galbi is made by boiling pork galbi, pork bones, and vegetables with salted shrimp, offering a savory and rich flavor. Conveniently located near Ganghwa-gun Office, it is easily accessible and popular among locals.

Apgujeong Hanu Galbi (압구정한우갈비)

2024-02-26

61 Cheongnyong-ro, Geumjeong-gu, Busan
051-512-0025

Apgujeong Hanu Galbi is a restaurant renowned for its Korean beef galbi. The highlight of their menu is galbisal gui (grilled boneless galbi), notable for its tender meat and rich flavors. A simple seasoning of salt and pepper brings out its great taste. The restaurant also offers a selection of other beef cuts, including ribeye, marinated galbi, thin skirt, and whole galbi. Among the side dishes, dolsotbap (hot stone pot rice) stands out, offering freshly cooked rice with a savory, crispy layer of scorched rice at the bottom. Additionally, patrons have the option to enjoy their meal on the restaurant's terrace.

Juklim Sanbang (죽림산방)

2024-02-26

13 Daeseok 2-gil, Sangbuk-myeon, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Juklim Sanbang is a Korean restaurant located near the entrance of Hongnyongsa Temple in Yangsan. They focus on health-conscious cooking, incorporating medicinal herbs and herbal-infused water in all their dishes. The restaurant's standout offering is the Juklim jeongsik (Juklim set menu), a comprehensive meal featuring a variety of items, including salad and grilled fish. To stimulate the appetite before the main menu, sansam (wild ginseng) and doraji jeonggwa (braised bellflower root in sweet sauce) are served. For a delightful conclusion, sungnyung (scorched rice soup) is offered as dessert.

Jinnam Maeuntang (진남매운탕)

2024-02-26

210 Jinnam 1-gil, Maseong-myeon, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
054-552-7777

Jinnam Maeuntang is located near Jinnamgyo Bridge, the first landmark among the Eight Scenic Views of Gyeongbuk. Its signature dish megi maeuntang (spicy catfish stew) delivers a deep and rich flavor, crafted from a blend of homemade red chili paste and broth steeped in medicinal herbs. The restaurant's terrace seating also provides spectacular views of Gomosanseong Fortress and Baekhwasan Mountain.