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Read guide →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.
Yangcheon-gu's Mok-dong district is known for its sports facilities and family-focused dining culture. Restaurants here cater to families and local residents with comfort-focused menus — Korean BBQ, jjajangmyeon, and Japanese-style pork cutlets are neighbourhood staples.
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