Discover the unmatched culinary delights of Seoul with this guide. From chimaek to samgyetang, this article highlights the best places to enjoy Seoul's iconic dishes.
Chimaek: The Perfect Combination of Fried Chicken and Beer
Chimaek combines "chi" for fried chicken and "maek" for beer, becoming a favorite among locals and tourists alike.
Best Places to Enjoy Chimaek
- Cocoro Chicken & Pub in Hongdae
- Balladak Chicken in Sindang-dong
Samgyeopsal: Delicious Grilled Pork Belly
Samgyeopsal features grilled pork belly served with spicy dipping sauces, creating a perfect flavor combination.
Best Places to Enjoy Samgyeopsal
- Geumdwaeji Sikdang in Sindang-dong
Ramyeon: Korean Instant Noodles
Ramyeon is instant noodles served with various toppings, immensely popular among Koreans.
Best Places to Enjoy Ramyeon
- Teumsae Ramyeon in Myeong-dong
- CU Hongdae at the "Ramyun Library"
Samgyetang: Refreshing Chicken Ginseng Soup
Samgyetang is a chicken soup cooked with ginseng, garlic, and jujube, offering a delicious and healthy meal.
Best Places to Enjoy Samgyetang
- Jinjeonbok Samgyetang in Jamsil
- Hosoo Samgyetang in Dorim-ro
- Goryeo Samgyetang in downtown Seoul
