RESTAURANT · Seongdong-gu

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Name: Mateogyeonmullok
Address: 서울 성동구 금호로 27, Seongdong-Gu, Seoul, KR
Price range: ₩₩₩
Rating: 4.6

Mateogyeonmunrok

4.6·₩₩₩·Seongsu Station · 2.7km·Western-style Korean

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About the Cuisine

Western-style Korean

Western food has been localized in Seoul over decades, emerging as something distinctly Korean in the process. Demi-glace pork cutlets, cream pasta with kimchi, and French-style brunch menus sit alongside Italian pizza and American burgers in Seoul's eclectic restaurant landscape. Many younger Korean chefs trained abroad and returned to open restaurants that blend European technique with Korean ingredients and sensibility.

About the District

Seongdong-gu

Seongdong-gu's Seongsu-dong has transformed from an industrial zone into Seoul's most talked-about food and culture district. Nicknamed 'Seoul's Brooklyn,' it hosts artisan roasters, pop-up restaurants, and concept cafés in renovated factories alongside high-end boutiques. The food scene rewards curiosity — the best spots are often down an alleyway or behind an unmarked door.

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Google Rating

4.6

YennaPPa (Luscious.K)3 months ago

#Geumho-dong #Matteo's Travels "Elegant European Atmosphere" "Matteo's Unique Pasta" Matteo's Travels is a place I've always wanted to visit. The name is likely inspired by a work of art that symbolizes the exchange between East and West. Perhaps that's why the interior has a chic, European-style modern classic vibe. The walls are adorned with molded wainscoting paneling, emphasizing a more luxurious feel. The charming accessories, center table utensils, and wine arrangements seem intended to evoke the feel of a sophisticated Western restaurant rather than a typical Korean restaurant. The tables are spacious and the space is quite secluded, creating a comfortable dining experience. The servers speak softly and quietly. Because they're known for their pasta, I ordered two types of pasta, arancini, and tilefish. #BasilPesto It's quite delicious. I've heard that their fresh noodles are slightly dry and semi-dried, but Tropié is a pasta dish that requires a lot of work. The plating of the dish served mirrored the restaurant's interior. The vibrant green pasta contrasted beautifully with the vibrant basil pesto, and the burrata was topped with either stracciatella or cream. The pasta's chewy texture was excellent, but unlike typical basil pesto pasta served with warm pasta, the sauce, made with cooked noodles and a thick, curry-like consistency, perfectly complemented Matteo's signature style. This was the most delicious dish of the day. #Shrimp Bisque While the bisque was a bit sweet, the texture of the angel hair-like chitarra pasta was delicious, and the crustacean flavor was satisfying. The soy milk foam added a silky touch to the flavor, which was a nice touch. #Tilefish Pasta The dish was a bit disappointing. To enjoy the tilefish deliciously, I used the Japanese technique of scale-scaling. While the tilefish was delicious on its own, it didn't pair well with the vongole-style pasta. The tilefish's flavor didn't quite blend into the pasta, leaving this dish disappointing considering its price. Instead, adding the trendy spring onions (bomdong) to the top was a good choice, adding a refreshing twist to the greasy frying technique. The spring onions really saved the day. #Arancini It's a real shame. I wanted simple arancini like you'd find at Italian restaurants overseas, but it was a bit spicy and fried the rice, which was already mixed with tomato sauce. The flavor was disappointing, but the pesto-like sauce on the bottom and the Srirata mayo-like sauce on top were also a bit jarring. Why did they add baby arugula? Do you know how difficult it is to eat baby arugula on a table setting with a knife-like side dish? A failed dish. #Fried potatoes The best fried potatoes. The crispy, thin fries are delicious, but the cheese flavor is incredible. I wish I could make this at home. #WelcomeFood It's nice that they provide a welcome food unlike other places. However, the focaccia bread was a bit too greasy, which was a bit disappointing. The tomato jam was the highlight. They seem to be good at basil pesto, so they even served a welcome dish based on it. A great appetizer. #Cannole The dessert cannole they provided as a service. It was delicious and appreciated, but because it was small, the crust was too hard to feel the softness inside. #Bathroom Very clean and nice. This shows how well-managed the place is. #Server While they were well-trained and friendly, their voices were so quiet and mumbled that I couldn't understand what they were saying. The service suited the atmosphere well, but the mumbled, incommunicado atmosphere was incredibly frustrating. Describing the deliciousness of the food is part of good restaurant service, but it's a mistake to think that simply speaking softly is the best. Accurate communication must come first.

M. Park3 months ago

I never knew there was a place like this in the Geumho-dong apartment complex! The food, atmosphere, and service are all fine dining-level, and the value is exceptional. The course menu is satisfying from start to finish, with friendly, yet not overly formal, explanations for each dish. It was a holiday lunch, and most customers seemed to be ordering the course. Next time, I'll try ordering a la carte. The tableware, designed to complement the menu, adds to the dining experience. The coffee served with dessert is top-notch, so much so that I even asked where the coffee beans were sourced. The fact that you can enjoy a course meal that combines value and flavor in an Italian pasta restaurant in a neighborhood apartment complex is a major plus. Another great feature is the clean, well-equipped restrooms inside the restaurant, rather than in a typical apartment complex. This restaurant is perfect for anniversaries or just any Italian craving, and I highly recommend it. The tiramisu is also a delicacy, and I highly recommend it.