Top 6 Best Traditional Korean food in Seoul
- Top food grub
- Jan 31
- 3 min read
Updated: Feb 1
Hello, are you excited to try Korean traditional cuisine in Seoul? From an endless array of flavourful banchan (side dishes) to hearty soups served with rice, every meal in Korea is a delightful surprise! 🍲✨ Today, I’ve curated a list of must-visit Korean restaurants that serves authentic dishes where all locals go everyday! Let’s explore the best spots for an unforgettable Korean feast!
Woo Mool Zip(우물집)
This place is for a Jjigae lovers! While this main dish steals the show, the vibe here is refreshingly unique compared to typical Jjigae spots. Although the number of banchans and portion sizes might be on the smaller side, the interior decor is absolutely instagramablet! Just a friendly heads-up: seating is on the floor, so stretching your legs isn't an option. If you've got a cast on your leg, visit next time!
Bouquet Seoul (부케서울)
This place serves up homemade Korean dishes just like your mom would make! Get ready for a delightful three-course meal complete with traditional drinks. The restaurant is impeccably clean and offers a fantastic variety of Banchan. It's a Banju restaurant, so you'll be ordering food to pair with drinks, which means the portions are intentionally smaller. But that's the charm of Banju dining! Don't miss out on trying their signature drink, aptly named 'Bouquet,' alongside the mouthwatering Banchans. Why not give 'Bouquet' a try with these delicious Banchans?
Apgujeong Restaurant The Giwa Korean Dining (더기와 압구정 본점
Get ready to dive into an incredible culinary journey at this place, where they serve Jungsik, meaning a full set menu in Korea! Here, you can indulge in an authentic Jungsik experience with an amazing array of small and medium-sized dishes that will leave you delightfully overwhelmed with choices! Plus, it's a reasonably priced restaurant with an outstanding selection of Maekoli. The natural sweetness from the fermented rice in Maekoli, topped with delicious honeycomb, will surely become your favourite drink of all!
Highly recommend trying Maekoli with honeycomb!
Sinsa Kkotgedang Ganjang Gejang (Soy Sauce Marinated Crab) Restaurant
Have you ever experienced the delight of marinated crab? It's indescribable! The combination of tender crab with sweet-flavoured soy sauce and a hint of sesame oil is absolutely mind-blowing! This is the ultimate spot to savor your first Korean marinated crab. They are true masters of crab dishes, offering not only soy sauce marinated crab but also a variety of delights like boiled crab Jjigae and spicy marinated crab. Don't miss out!
Recommends Ganjang Gejang
Sanchon (산촌)
This place is where you can try Sanchae in the heart of bustling Seoul. While it might remind you of 'Jungsik,' this is a unique Jungsik nestled near the mountains, offering an abundance of fresh Namuls and a variety of vegetables that thrive in the area. Here, you might even discover Namuls that are impossible to find in the city! I absolutely adore Sanchae, especially when it's served as Bibimbap. The explosion of different Namul flavours mingling in your mouth is simply wonderful!
Soonnam Siraegi (순남시래기)
If you're on the hunt for delicious, authentic Korean food but don't want to hassle with long lines or navigating your way there, then look no further than Soonam Siraegi! This fantastic franchise is scattered all across Seoul and offers a buffet-style experience with unlimited Banchan. They always serve tteokbokki, which might not be anything out of the ordinary, but it never fails to get me excited! They feature a single type of soup called Siraegi-guk (dried radish leaves). On a chilly winter day, a warm bowl of Siraegi-guk paired with endless banchan will absolutely brighten your spirits!
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