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Rostia (로스티아)

Rostia (로스티아)

2024-02-19

3116 Dolsan-ro, Dolsan-eup, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Rostia is a dining café overlooking the sea in front of Dolsan, Yeosu. Popular menu items include the Dolsan gat suje burger (Dolsan leaf mustard fresh burger), made with the specialty of Yeosu, and the Truffles myeongnan gat pasta (Truffles pollack roe pasta with leaf mustard). As a large café, it offers beanbags and swings for guests to relax after their meal. The changing scenery of the sea, depending on the tides, adds to its charm.

Danpyun (단편)

Danpyun (단편)

2024-02-19

202 Gichamaeul-ro, Ogok-myeon, Gokseong-gun, Jeollanam-do

Danpyun is a dessert café inspired by Korean rice cakes. Popular menu items include the danpyun uyu, filled with fresh blueberries, injeolmi chiffon (bean-powder-coated rice cake chiffon) and heugimja chiffon (black sesame chiffon), made with 100% domestically sourced rice. The picturesque view outside the window creates a gallery-like atmosphere, making it a perfect spot to enjoy alongside a visit to the Seomjingang Train Village located right next door.

Espana Village (스페인마을)

Espana Village (스페인마을)

2024-02-16

2677-21 Haeannam-ro, Hwado-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

Espana Village is a themed destination established in 2019, embracing a Spanish concept. It meticulously recreates an exotic landscape inspired by Spanish architectural styles and culture. The village houses various cultural facilities, including cafés, live restaurants, galleries, and offers accommodation options such as pensions and caravans. Visitors can relish a leisurely stroll while enjoying panoramic views of the sea surrounding Ganghwado Island.

Daeiljung (대일정)

Daeiljung (대일정)

2024-04-07

3 Suhakjeongseok-gil, Taein-myeon, Jeongeup-si, Jeonbuk-do

This Korean restaurant prides itself on serving an abundant Korean set meal, notably featuring the marinated hairy crab set menu and the grilled galbi patties set menu. Each set is accompanied by a lavish selection of 20 different side dishes. The marinated hairy crab, a seasonal delicacy, involves small river estuary crabs prepared in a savory sauce of green onions, red pepper paste, and soy sauce, ideally mixed with white rice. The grilled galbi patties, a harmonious blend of beef and pork, are grilled to perfection, offering a savory taste and a rich, juicy gravy. To conclude one's meal, enjoy a comforting serving of warm scorched rice soup and plum tea, which provides a gentle, soothing end to the rich flavors. Here, one can indulge in the full spectrum of sophisticated Korean cuisine.

Seongmunjeong (석문정)

Seongmunjeong (석문정)

2024-02-16

2059-7 Baekdo-ro, Doam-myeon, Gangjin-gun, Jeollanam-do

Seongmunjeong is renowned for its hoechuntang (chicken and seafood soup with medicinal herbs). In Gangjin, where meat and seafood are plentiful, hoechuntang emerged as a traditional dish, embodying the region's abundance. This wholesome soup, which combines medicinal herbs, octopus, abalone, and chicken without the addition of salt, is a testament to the area's culinary heritage. Its name, "return-to-spring soup," reflects the soup's reputed health benefits, believed to rejuvenate the diner and restore the vitality of one's youth.

Inhauijip (인하의집)

Inhauijip (인하의집)

2024-02-16

57 Uhyeon-ro 67beon-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon

Inhauijip, established in 1968, is a beloved local fixture and is credited as the origin of Dongincheon Samchi (spotted mackerel) Street. Its standout dish is samchigui (grilled spotted mackerel), featuring thick slices of spotted mackerel grilled to achieve a crispy exterior and tender interior. This dish's rich flavor has won over a loyal customer base. Additionally, the Inhauijip Course, which includes sundubu jjigae (soft bean curd jjigae), is another crowd-pleaser among patrons.

Yehyang (예향)

2024-02-19

11-1 Boeun-ro 3-gil, Gangjin-eup, Gangjin-gun, Jeollanam-do
061-433-5777

Yehyang is a traditional Korean table d'hote restaurant that originated in 1930 on Yeongrang-ro in Gangjin. They offer set menus such as ye jeongsik, hyang jeongsik, and surasang, all served based on a portion size for four people. Using natural ingredients, they provide healthy and flavorful meals with dishes like hongeo samhap (skate, pork, and kimchi combo), tteokgalbi (grilled galbi patties), and bori gulbi (barley-aged dried yellow croaker).

Namhae Saengseon Gui (남해생선구이)

2024-02-19

75 Mangma-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Namhae Saengseon Gui is a well-established restaurant in Yeosu known for its grilled fish dishes. It offers a variety of fresh fish from Namhae grilled to perfection. The signature menu includes a modeum gui (assorted grilled dish) such as cutlassfish, mackerel, and yellow croaker. When you order grilled fish, it comes with a delicious doenjang guk (soybean paste soup) and generous side dishes typical of Jeollanam-do province. Located near Yeosu City Hall and Geobukseon Park.

Haetae Sikdang (해태식당)

2024-02-16

6 Seoseongan-gil, Gangjin-eup, Gangjin-gun, Jeollanam-do

Haetae Sikdang specializes in Namdo-style hanjeongsik (Korean table d'hote), with the Haetae jeongsik (Haetae set menu) being the sole offering on its menu. This nutritious array of dishes is prepared using ingredients sourced from the rich natural environment of Gangjin. The selection of food varies seasonally, featuring Gangjin daehap (hard clams) in spring, minmul jangeo (freshwater eel) in summer, jeoneo (gizzard shad) and odori (raw shrimp) in autumn, and maesaengiguk (seaweed fulvescens soup) in winter, ensuring a diverse and fresh dining experience throughout the year.

Wumukbaemi Sillim Main Store (우묵배미)

2024-02-16

1540 Nambusunhwan-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul

Wumukbaemi is a Korean restaurant situated near the Horim Museum. The name "Wumukbaemi" translates to a dented rice paddy, harking back to the old name of Nangok, the location of the restaurant. The standout dish is the dwaeji dubu jjigae (pork and bean curd jjigae), featuring ample portions of pork and bean curd. It boasts a clean taste, free from the strong smell of pork and without excessive saltiness. Nearby attractions encompass Gwanaksan Ecological Park, Boramae Park, and Yeouido Park.