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Read guide →Korean cuisine (hansik) is built around balance — fermented sides (banchan), a steaming bowl of rice, and a main dish that changes with the season. Meals are served all at once rather than in courses, and sharing dishes at the table is the norm. The depth of flavor comes from slow-fermented pastes like doenjang (soybean) and gochujang (chili), which form the backbone of soups, stews, and marinades across the country.
Gangdong-gu in southeastern Seoul is a family-oriented district known for its community markets and traditional Korean restaurants. Cheonho Market offers one of Seoul's best selections of traditional banchan, grilled fish, and home-style Korean cooking away from the tourist circuit.
I think it's time to close up shop... Boss, can I have some cider?? I asked and she was like, "Why are you ordering from me?" Haha.. She was so rude that my mom had to tell the serving lady to clean it up for me. No, don't do that. She made eye contact with me and then took a deep breath and made a face like, "Why are you ordering from me?"
Located near Myeongil Station, this restaurant specializes in neungiori baeksuk (spicy stew). It seems like a lot of families come here, and since meal preparation takes time, we recommend making a reservation in advance. The food was delicious, and they added a generous portion of neungi mushrooms, which was nice.
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Even my girlfriend, who doesn't like duck, really enjoyed this duck restaurant. The duck loin was delicious, and they even gave me a sample of the dumplings, which were also delicious. They said the soup would be ready quickly, so I'll have to try it next time. This restaurant is a favorite among the neighborhood elders.
