Eatanic Garden
Gangnam
A one-Michelin-star restaurant on the 36th floor of Josun Palace Hotel, offering contemporary Korean cuisine with breathtaking Han River views. Chef Son Jong-won creates innovative, wholesome dishes that blend Korean tradition with modern techniques.
Egg & Flour
Itaewon
A Michelin Bib Gourmand fresh pasta restaurant perched atop Haebangchon with stunning Namsan views. Run by chefs who also operate the Michelin 1-star restaurant Soul, this intimate spot handcrafts daily pasta—capellini, reginetti, tagliatelle, rigatoni, pappardelle—paired with creative Korean-influenced sauces. Window seats at sunset offer an unforgettable dining backdrop of Seoul's skyline.
Fritz Coffee Company Mapo
Seoul's most iconic specialty coffee roaster in a beautifully converted 1960s mansion. Fritz set the standard for Seoul's third-wave coffee scene with their retro Korean aesthetic, excellent roasts, and fresh-baked goods.
GML Dosan
Gangnam
GML (Good Materials for Life) is a unique multi-roaster cafe concept featuring specialty coffee beans from world-renowned roasteries. This second location in Apgujeong's Dosan coffee alley showcases 17 different international specialty coffee roasters under one roof, creating a curated coffee experience. Partnering with Obeor for pastries and desserts, GML offers high-quality baked goods alongside exceptional coffee selections. The modern minimalist space attracts coffee enthusiasts and professionals seeking rare coffee varieties.
Green Mile Coffee Bukchon
A charming hanok-style cafe with a stunning rooftop terrace overlooking traditional Korean houses in Bukchon Hanok Village. Famous for its green tea-based drinks and desserts, with panoramic views of Seoul's historic architecture.
Growers
Hongdae
A serene brunch cafe in the quiet Yeonhui-dong neighborhood, featuring beautiful flowers and trees at its entrance and a spacious garden that makes it perfect for dates. This cafe offers a peaceful atmosphere away from the bustling crowds of nearby Hongdae.
Gyeongnidan-gil
Itaewon
A charming street near Itaewon with boutique cafes, brunch spots, and unique lifestyle shops.
Ham's Brot Bakery (함스브로트과자점)
A legendary bakery in northern Seoul run by Master Pastry Chef Ham Sang-hoon, Korea's 8th certified Master Pastry Chef. For over 30 years, this beloved neighborhood institution has been crafting exceptional French-style pastries and breads using traditional techniques and premium ingredients.
The Hanok Smith Likes
A unique Korean-Italian fusion restaurant housed in a beautifully renovated traditional hanok in Samcheong-dong. Selected for the Michelin Guide Seoul 2023, this charming venue blends traditional Korean architecture with contemporary Italian cuisine, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with natural light while maintaining the hanok's historic character.
HBC (Haebangchon) Gastro Alley
Itaewon
A foodie paradise with international restaurants, craft beer bars, and cozy wine spots on the slopes of Namsan.
Hoho Sikdang (Ikseon)
Insadong
A cozy Japanese home-style restaurant in the heart of Ikseon-dong's traditional hanok alleys. Famous for its tender hirekatsu (pork cutlet) and comforting omurice, this warm atmosphere eatery has become one of Seoul's most searched restaurants, offering authentic Japanese comfort food in a traditional Korean setting.
Ichizen
Hongdae
A beloved tendon specialist in Mangwon-dong's trendy Mangridangil street, Ichizen has built a devoted following since opening in May 2017. This small, 14-seat restaurant serves authentic Japanese-style tendon (tempura rice bowls) that rivals anything you'd find in Japan itself. The restaurant's commitment to quality has made it one of Seoul's top two tendon destinations, drawing long queues especially during meal times.