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Silbi Sikdang (실비식당)
12 Hoguk-ro 1123beon-gil, Uijeongbu-si, Gyeonggi-do
Opened in 1965, the restaurant specializes in 'Budaejjigae' (sausage jjigae). The stew is prepared with a generous mix of pork, aged kimchi, glass noodles, ham, bacon and cheese. A clean, balanced flavor comes from simmering the ingredients with a house seasoning and water. 'Budaebokkeum' (stir-fried sausages) with similar ingredients and sauce is also available.
Simin Jegwa (시민제과)
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Simin Jegwa is located in Daeheung-dong, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do. It is a bakery-cafe that opened its doors in 1949. Over the years, Simin Jegwa built a loyal following in Pohang and beyond. Its historic value as the first bakery in Pohang was recognized by the Ministry of SMEs and Startups. The signature menu items are the 1949 Danpatppang (bun with red bean filling) and the 1949 Chapsaltteok (sweet rice cake with red bean filling). Other famous baked goods include the jeongguji ppang (chives bun), a soft bun filled with Pohang chives; canelé, a French pastry made with plenty of butter and vanilla beans; and Geomjeong Gomusin (black rubber shoes), a bun made with French gourmet butter and fine red bean paste.
Sinchang Heukdwaeji Duruchigi (신창흑돼지두루치기)
182 Dongilhamo-ro, Daejeong-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
Specializing in 'Heukdwaejiduruchigi' (stir-fried black pork), this restaurant uses Jeju black pork cooked on a hot iron plate. The dish is partially prepared in the kitchen before being served, then finished at the table with bean sprouts and green onions added to taste. Known for its thick yet tender cuts of pork, the dish is complemented by a rich house seasoning. It also offers other options such as stir-fried squid, octopus, and jukkumi (webfoot octopus) are also available. The clean seating makes it suitable for familes as well.
Sinchon Gisa Sikdang (신촌기사식당)
408 Banghwa-daero, Gangseo-gu, Seoul
Sinchon Gisa Sikdang is a long-established restaurant with a long tradition, known for its generous portions and flavor, gaining word-of-mouth popularity and being featured in various television shows. In 2021, it was certified as a Long-standing Small Business by the Ministry of SMEs and Startups and the Small Enterprise and Market Service. The restaurant's representative menu is Bulkkot Baekban, which consists of dwaejibulbaek (pork bulgogi) and yangnyeom gejang (spicy marinated crab), ideal for two to three people. It's a great place to experience the authentic taste of a traditional restaurant with dishes like pork bulgogi and kimchi stew with fresh meat.
Sindo Kalguksu Main Store (신도칼국수 본점)
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Established in 1961, this restaurant is still regarded as one of the best places for kalguksu in the Daejeon area. The broth, made from beef bones and anchovies, is enriched with perilla seed powder, creating a rich and nutty flavor. For the full experience, try pairing it with suyuk (boiled pork slices) or dubu duruchigi (stir-fried bean crud).
Sinseung Banjeom (신승반점)
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This restaurant, run by the granddaughter of Gonghwachun’s founder Woo Hee-gwang, is best known for its signature yuni-jjajang—a sweet, savory sauce made with minced meat and vegetables, served separately from the noodles, similar to ganjjajang, and topped with a sunny-side-up fried egg. Other popular dishes include the chewy chapssal tangsuyuk (deep-fried pork in a sweet rice batter with sweet and sour sauce) and the samseon haemul nurungjitang (a three-delicacy sizzling rice soup with seafood).4
Sinsikdang (신식당)
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Established in 1932, this restaurant has been passed down through four generations. One of its unique qualities is making its own fermented soybeans, soy sauce, and red chili paste, giving its dishes a rich and deep flavor.
Sky Pizza (스카이피자)
86, Noryangjin-ro 6-gil, Dongjak-gu, Seoul
K-movie <PARASITE> - Real pizza store in the movie It is a real pizza store that appears in the movie 'Pizza Age'. Kitaek's (played by Song Kangho) family has a side job folding pizza boxes here. It also appears as a place where family members gather to conspire to kick out President Park's butler. Although it is a pizza store located in a quiet residential area, it is famous for the movie 'PARASITE' and is visited by ‘PARASITE’ fans from all over the world. There is a picture of the president and director Bong Joonho on the inside wall.
So Seol Won Cafe (소설원 만수)
840 Inju-daero, Namdong-gu, Incheon 1st and 2nd floors
So Seol Won Cafe is a two-story café located in Mansu-dong, Namdong-gu, Incheon. Designed to evoke the quiet charm of a small town atmosphere in the heart of the city, it offers a peaceful and relaxing retreat. On the first floor, guests will find an outdoor pond with live koi, a terrace, and a snow-covered mountain feature. The second floor offers a variety of spaces, including private heated-floor rooms for restful breaks and a rooftop area. Signature menu items include injeolmi (soybean powder rice cake) Einspänner, hotteok toast, and shrimp mushroom open sandwiches — dessert-style dishes that can also serve as light meals. Popular drinks such as chestnut cream latte and black sesame Einspänner are especially well loved. The café is pet-friendly and operates as a child-friendly space, creating a warm and welcoming environment where families, couples, and visitors of all kinds can relax and enjoy their time.
Soje-dong Cafe Street (소제동 카페 거리)
53 Suhyang-gil, Dong-gu, Daejeon
Soje-dong Cafe Street is a cafe village located in Daejeon. This area has long been neglected and underdeveloped. However, recently, various shops have opened, adding a youthful touch to the old buildings, from Italian restaurants remodeled from old buildings to unique cafes and restaurants converted from over 70-year-old buildings. With a retro sentiment that evokes nostalgia for middle-aged and older generations, it has transformed into a cafe street, attracting diverse visitors. While it's nice to choose a cafe in Soje-dong Cafe Street to enjoy tea or visit a gallery to appreciate artworks, another way to enjoy this place is to take an alley tour in Soje-dong and stroll through the cafe street to admire the murals painted on the walls. Soje-dong Cafe Street is conveniently located near Daejeon Station, making it easy for visitors to reach.
Solga (솔가)
219 Ajung-ro, Deokjin-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeollabuk-do
Opened in 1999, this is Jeonju's representative restaurant. It became even more famous because the filming team of the movie 'PARASITE' visited it five times. Sweet Galbi marinated with a patented seasoning recipe is addictive. Side dishes that go well with the meat, such as Green Onion Salad, Salad, White radish cabbage and Perilla Leaves, further enhance the taste.◎ Travel information to meet Hallyu’s charmThis restaurant is famous for being the hangout spot of the “Parasite” movie crew. One wall is adorned with autographs from the actors and directors. The restaurant’s signature dish of deliciously spicy and sweet galbi helped solidify its fame. For the perfect combination, we recommend pairing galbi dishes with refreshing cold buckwheat noodles.
Sonamujip (소나무집)
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The signature dish here is ojingeo jjigae (squid stew) made by adding whole radish and water to spicy stir-fried squid and simmering it into a hearty stew. However, most visitors who visit Sonamujip add noodles to their ojingeo jjigae, turning it into what’s known as ojingeo kalguksu (noodle soup with squid). Ojingeo jjigae is a great example of how people in Daejeon enjoy adding their own twist on kalguksu.
Songa Myeonok (손가면옥)
313 Sinheung-ro, Wonmi-gu, Bucheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
Established in 1994, Songa Myeonok is a renowned naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles) restaurant in Bucheon. Its signature dishes include bibim naengmyeon (spicy buckwheat noodles) and hoe naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles with raw fish). These dishes are celebrated for their chewy noodles and a refreshing blend of sweet and sour seasonings. Boasting a spacious parking lot and a comfortable interior, the restaurant is a popular choice for family outings and group gatherings.
Songibeoseot Maeul (송이버섯마을)
55-20 Namdaecheon-ro, Yangyang-eup, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do
This restaurant serves a variety of dishes made with pine mushrooms. You can, for instance, enjoy songibeoseot jeongol (pine mushroom hot pot) with Korean beef in a shabu-shabu style. After eating the mushrooms and the beef, you can add noodles to the soup, which goes quite well with the broth, now richly infused with the flavors of pine mushrooms and Korean beef.
Songjeong Samdae Gukbap (송정3대국밥)
33 Seomyeon-ro 68beon-gil, Busanjin-gu, Busan
Located in Busan Jin-gu, this long-standing 'Gukbap' (rice soup) restaurant is known for its rich broth and generous portions. 'Dwaejigukbap' (Pork and Rice Soup) is the signature dish, with a deep, savory flavor. Clean side dishes and a comfortable dining space make it suitable for both solo diners and groups. Open 24 hours, it offers a reliable option at any time of day.
Songjiho Makguksu (송지호막국수)
5866 Donghae-daero Jugwang-myeon, Goseong-gun, Gangwon-do
Restaurants of‘In the Soop : Friendship trip’ In Gangwon-do, various cuisines using buckwheat have developed. One of the most popular menu items is probably the Buckwheat Noodles. Songjiho Makguksu, the place they go to eat in Episode 1 of In the Forest, was famous for its Buckwheat Noodles before filming. Buckwheat Noodles with plenty of Radish Water Kimchi, seasoning, and Perilla Oil, warm Mandu, and thin Potato Pancake will make a hearty meal during your trip.
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