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.
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.
2024-02-16
9-1 Donghwamaeuran-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon
Fairy Tale Village Dolphin Pizza is famous for its signature dish, Dolphin Pizza. It takes inspiration from the street food classic, bungeoppang (fish-shaped bun with red bean filling), but with a twist: it's filled with pizza ingredients instead. This innovative and portable street food is created by pouring flour batter into a dolphin-shaped baking frame and then stuffing it with pizza fillings. Additionally, the menu offers a variety of other fillings, including bulgogi, corn cheese, steak, cream, and red beans, catering to a wide range of tastes.
2024-02-16
50-2 Chinatown-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon
Simnihyang is a Chinese restaurant in Incheon Chinatown, renowned for its specialty in hwadeok mandu (oven-baked mandu). The restaurant's name suggests that the aroma of its mandu spreads up to 10 Ri (approximately 4 km, pronounced 'simni' in Korean) away. Its signature dish, hwadeok mandu, consists of mandus filled with pork, vegetables, and seasoning, baked in an oven at temperatures above 350 degrees. This preparation ensures the mandu is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Additionally, the restaurant offers various other fillings, including sweet potatoes, pumpkin, and red beans.
2024-02-16
15-12 Chungminrodeokunri-gil, Gammul-myeon, Goesan-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
Indulge in a wholesome and traditional Korean meal featuring Goesan's celebrated corn. Corn is the star ingredient here, enhancing the flavors of each dish with its sweetness. The highlight of the menu is the Grilled Corn and Galbi Patties Set Menu, where generous servings of corn kernels are combined with succulent galbi patties—finely minced pork or beef shaped into meatballs and grilled to perfection. Corn also plays a versatile role, infusing a natural sweetness into a variety of dishes, including porridge, salad, rice, and pancakes. Each dish is handcrafted with care, eschewing artificial sweeteners or seasoning, to bring you an authentic taste of Korean cuisine. Please note that the Grilled Corn and Galbi Patties Set Menu is available for groups of two or more, and reservations are required to savor this signature experience.
2024-02-16
301 Yeongheung-ro, Yeongheung-myeon, Ongjin-gun, Incheon
Floredo Coffee, located in Yeongheungdo Island, Incheon, boasts a breathtaking ocean view. The café's signature offering is the Einspänner. What makes the view from Floredo Coffee truly unique is how it transforms with the tide. During high tide, visitors are treated to a stunning expanse of the ocean, while at low tide, the view shifts to reveal the intriguing tidal flats.
2024-02-15
2F, 57 Cheongna lime-ro, Seo-gu, Incheon
Brunch Bean offers a brunch experience enhanced by the scenic backdrop of the Cheongna Canal Way. The establishment's signature dish, the brunch platter sampler, features an impressive assortment of twelve ingredients. Alongside this standout dish, the menu also includes popular pasta and salad options, as well as a selection of drinks and light desserts to complete the meal. Following their dining experience, visitors are encouraged to enjoy a leisurely stroll along the canal way, leading them towards Cheongna Lake Park for further relaxation and scenic views.
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.
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.
2024-02-16
29-1 Dongseo 2-gil, Uiseong-eup, Uiseong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Gyeongdong Sutbul Galbi, nestled in a tranquil residential neighborhood of Uiseong city, is a restaurant specializing in sogalbisal (grilled boneless galbi). Their flagship dish, sogalbisal, is crafted from premium Korean galbi, meticulously hand-cut and aged for 24 hours to enhance its flavors. The dish is complemented by a unique sauce that is delicately balanced by seven ingredients, not overpowering, allowing the natural, sweet flavors of the meat to shine through.