RESTAURANT · Jongno-gu
심산애
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About the Cuisine
Korean Street Food
Bunsik — Korean street-food snacks — evolved as affordable, filling fare for students and workers after the Korean War. Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes), kimbap (seaweed rice rolls), sundae (blood sausage), and odeng (fish cake skewers in broth) are the staples. Most bunsik restaurants are fast, casual, and open late, making them a go-to for a quick hot meal at any hour.
About the District
Jongno-gu
Jongno-gu is the historic heart of Seoul, containing Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Insadong's antique street. The area balances ancient and modern — traditional Korean restaurants, teahouses, and street food vendors operate alongside contemporary galleries and specialty coffee shops. Eating here feels like a connection to centuries of Seoul food culture.
Menu메뉴
Menu
Batter-fried Tofu
Grilled Bonnet Bellflower Roots
Spicy Raw Ray Salad
Stir-fried Pork
Wild Vegetable Pancake
bugeo sulguk
donghaean meoktae
golbaengi hoemuchim
mogi beoseot muchim
sanchae dubukimchi
