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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.
Gangnam-gu is Seoul's upscale business and entertainment district south of the Han River. Home to K-pop entertainment companies, COEX Mall, and the Apgujeong-Rodeo shopping strip, it attracts young professionals, tourists, and K-drama fans. Restaurants here tend toward the polished and premium, with a density of international cuisine, high-end Korean dining, and trendy cafés.
We had an incredible Korean meal. The lady working there treated us so well even though her English wasn’t very strong, she tried to understand everything we said and responded in such a sweet way. The food was delicious and came super quickly. The atmosphere was also very nice and authentic. It’s definitely a place I’d love to visit again.
Side dishes like japchae, tteokbokki, and cabbage are self-serve and delicious. The boiled pork is also delicious. The mung bean pancakes are soft and delicious. This restaurant offers great value for money.
A warm and comforting meal. The soup was thick, and the unlimited sides tasted good! The pork was normal, I have had nicer ones elsewhere.
