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Tteulan Teahouse (뜰안)
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Tteulan Teahouse is a cafe that really allows one to feel the tradition and flair of Korea. Tteulan has two entrances: one facing the wide alley and the other facing the smaller one. The smaller entrance is decorated like a garden, so it feels as if one is stepping into a land of fairy-tales. The café has a floor seating tables with traditional items like gadari soban (a table with legs that curve like a dog's legs), and jogakbo (a textile woven from several pieces of scrap cloth), all of which add to the traditional Korean aesthetic. The menu features ssanghwacha (medicinal herb tea known to help the immune system), a favorite among middle-aged and elderly Koreans; omija tea (omija is a tart berry that grows in East Asia known to be good for lung and bronchial health and boosts immunity); citrus tea (usually made with yuzu which is rich in vitamin C and said to help mitigate fatigue); and pour-over coffee. Traditional desserts include mugwort rice cake (rice cake with mugwort added for herbal flavor, best enjoyed with malt syrup), pumpkin rice cake, and roasted grain powder (a nutritious beverage made with a variety of powdered grain). It can be hard to find seating in the afternoon, so visitors are advised to avoid these hours if they seek to enjoy their drink in peace.
Tutorial (튜토리얼)
39-15, Wausan-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
Singer Zion.T The tutorial run by singer Zion.T and his father gives a comfortable first impression with white interior and spacious seats. The signature menu, 'Crumpled Paper Cake', is topped with non-smooth white icing and, as the name suggests, looks like crumpled paper. Chocolate sauce is provided here, so customers can write their own pictures or letters. Even if you're not good at it, you can make your own cake, so it's really fun. His dog ‘Haemeogi’ resting in the store as if indifferent is another specialty.
Umu Hallim Branch (우무)
542-1 Hallim-ro Hallim-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
This dessert place is popular for a pudding made from a gar (a type of seaweed) sourced from hanyeos (women divers). You can only do a take-out here, and one team can visit inside the shop at a time.
Unjongga (운종가)
45-5 Ujeongguk-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul Second floor
Located near Jogyesa Temple in Jongno-gu, Unjongga is a premium Korean fine-dining restaurant. Named after the historic Joseon-era term for Jongno, its interior beautifully blends traditional aesthetics with modern design. The signature multi-course Korea table d'hote features seasonal delicacies like savory porridge, suranchae (parboiled vegetables and sSeafood with poached egg in pine nut soup), and charcoal-grilled meats, all known for their clean, refined flavors. With its elegant dining hall and private rooms, it is an ideal choice for sophisticated gatherings or formal hospitality.
Unplugged Hongdae Branch(언플러그드)
26 Wausan-ro 33-gil, Mapo-gu, Seou
IU ‘Sleepless Rainy Night’ As the name suggests,it is a cafe with an analog charm. Old wooden floors and furniture, pianos and guitars, and turntables are old and more stylish. In a space full of LPs and CDs, you can feel the warmth and coziness you felt in the music video. A variety of menus are available, from drinks to beer and pretty cocktails named after musicians. There is a performance hall in the basement, where performances are often held.
Usuok Jeongja Main Branch (우수옥 정자본점)
120 Jeongjail-ro, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do Second floor
Usuok Jeongja Main Branch, located in Jeongja-dong in Bundang-gu, Seongnam, is a restaurant that presents refined Korean cuisine rooted in tradition. The name “Usuok” reflects the restaurant’s philosophy of preserving the standards and heritage of Korean food. The restaurant exclusively uses hanu (Korean beef) and serves a variety of shareable dishes, including grilled beef, bulgogi, and Pyeongyang-style naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles). The bulgogi is prepared lightly to highlight the natural flavor and texture of the beef, while the assorted platters are ideal for sharing during special gatherings. Winter favorite dish onban, a bowl of Pyeongyang-style soup and rice, offers a comforting warm dish with meat in rich broth. With a spacious dining area and private rooms, restaurant is well suited for family gatherings, business meetings, and special occasions.
Veteran Kalguksu (베테랑칼국수)
135 Gyeonggijeon-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
Veteran Kalguksu, located in Jeonju Hanok Village, has been operating since 1977, attesting to the great taste of their broth, made using sesame, meal, and eggs. The noodles are also cut much thinner than other restaurants, while maintaining their chewy texture. Another popular menu at the restaurant is their kongguksu. ◎ Travel information to meet Hallyu’s charm The restaurant was a favorite spot for the cast of the drama “Twenty Five Twenty One.” Lead actress Kim Tae-ri, who played Na Hee-do, even visited for breakfast during her vlog shoots. She drew attention for enthusiastically finishing a bowl of noodles down to the last strand. Nearby is the private rental house “2521,” which was featured as Hee-do’s home in the drama, making it worth visiting after enjoying a meal at the restaurant.
Wando Haemultang (완도해물탕)
256-1 Jangbogo-daero, Wando-eup, Wando-gun, Jeollanam-do
'Haemultang' (spicy seafood stew) prepared with a variety of ingredients from Wando, including abalone, clams, crab and octopus. 'Haesintang' (chicken and seafood soup) is another notable option requires a reservation at least three hours in advance. For solo diners, the 'Haemulttukbaegi' (seafood hot pot) offers a convenient choice.
Wando Moraetteul (완도모래뜰)
전라남도 완도군 신지면 명사십리길 74
It is a restaurant where you can enjoy the “Haeyang Chiyu Bapsang” (marine healing set menu) developed by Wando-gun in 2021. “Haeyang Chiyu Bapsang” features Wando’s seafood, including abalone innards, hijiki, green sea fingers, kelp, and seaweed stems.
Wangbicheon Ige Daege (Wangbicheon Branch) (왕비천이게대게 왕비천점)
3630 Buryeonggyegok-ro, Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
This restaurant offers a dish called “daege jjabagi” made with snow crabs. "Jjabagi" is a Gyeongsang-do dialect term for “jjageuri,” a dish made with snow crab meat, intestines, claws, and legs simmered in a thick broth of soybean paste and red chili paste. It is said to be a dish invented for preserving and enjoying snow crabs over a longer period when refrigeration was less common.
Watdeon-gil (와떤길)
48-38 Gamnae-gil, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
◎ Travel information to meet Hallyu’s charm - "Agency" After successfully completing her presentation, Go Ah-in earns her promotion to a representative role. To honor this achievement, Kang Han-na arranges a team dinner. The venue is a specialty restaurant known for its Spicy Charcoal-grilled Chicken. Set within a spacious hall, its warm and relaxed ambiance is perfect for group gatherings and celebrations.
Wondumak (원두막)
154, Ansan-gil, Yeonseo-myeon, , Sejong-si
Wondumak is a Korean restaurant specializing in hot soups. Popular menu items include minmul saeutang (spicy fresh water shrimp soup), megi maeuntang (spicy catfish soup), and tojong dakdoritang (chicken hot pot). The restaurant also offers fantastic views of the Gobok Reservoir.
Wonjo Andong Jjimdak (원조안동찜닭 본점)
47, Beonyeong 1-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
This restaurant, run by the dish’s creator and his son, is the birthplace of Andong jjimdak (Andong Braised Chicken). It was the first place to serve the Andong jjimdak during the 1980s, catering to the city’s young people, and it is still beloved today for preserving the cooking method over the years. As a result, the restaurant offers the most authentic version of Andong jjimdak.
Wonjo Sutbul Dakbulgogijip (원조숯불닭불고기집)
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This restaurant is one of the original places where Chuncheon’s dakgalbi (Spicy Stir-fried Chicken) tradition began. It retains the original method of charcoal-grilling marinated chicken. Another dish beloved among regulars is the doenjang jjigae (soybean paste stew), made with traditionally made soybean paste and anchovy broth.
Woomi Dakgalbi (Main Branch) (우미닭갈비 본점)
2345, Yeongseo-ro, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do, Republic of Korea
Founded in 1970, this restaurant is one of the places that shaped Chuncheon’s 'Dakgalbi' (Spicy Stir-Fried Chicken) street. Marinated chicken, 'Dakgalbi' is cooked on an iron plate, with optional additions such as rice cakes or cheese. The spicy 'dakgalbi', limited to 50 servings per day, is especially popular. Other variations, including soy sauce and cheese dakgalbi, are also available.
Woomooljip Bucheon (우물집 부천)
190-1 Sinheung-ro, Wonmi-gu, Bucheon-si, Gyeonggi-do Commercial Building 2, 1st Floor, Rooms 112-113
Woomooljip in Bucheon is a popular Korean restaurant located just a short walk from Sinjung-dong Station (Seoul Subway Line 7). Its interior, featuring flowing water from an actual well and calm, refined decor, creates a serene atmosphere suited for family gatherings or quiet meals with a partner. Private and semi-private seating areas enhance the sense of intimacy, allowing guests to dine comfortably away from outside distractions. The restaurant is known for its premium individual hot pot and pot rice, prepared with care and served with a rich, flavorful broth. Complemented by a clean table setting and quality ingredients, including hanu (Korean beef) brisket side dishes, Woomooljip offers a well-rounded and satisfying Korean dining experience in the city.
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