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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.
Gangbuk-gu includes the scenic Bukhansan National Park foothills and is known for hiking culture and the restaurants that serve hikers before and after their climbs — hearty soups, makgeolli, and Korean pancakes have been the fuel of choice for generations of weekend walkers.
I don't really want to give away too much, but it's really delicious. The naengmyeon is also 5,000 won and comes in a single portion! Grilled kyeran and kimchi are served on the side, which are also delicious! The kalmaegisal is delicious, and when you combine it with the sanchae, garlic, and miso sauce, you'll feel happy! It's a famous restaurant around here, so you do have to wait. Even Koreans who hate waiting are lining up, so I think it must be a really delicious restaurant! The owner is also very kind, so I would recommend it, but he doesn't speak Japanese, so it might be best only if you can speak Korean (゜o゜;
This is the best restaurant. It's always crowded, so you might have to wait. The owner is incredibly friendly. The shaved ice soju is amazing!
