A late dinner at Pavlo Grill & Bar came with Gyeongbokgung Palace views, beautifully cooked tenderloin, and a birthday cake worth sharing. Here’s my honest take on the AFTER 8 course, priced at $119 for two.
Ten cuts of hanwoo, traditional Korean drink pairings, and a private room near COEX made this dinner at Modowoo Samseong stand out. Here’s what we ate, why I’d choose the omakase upgrade, and what to know before booking a work dinner.
Beautifully marbled hanwoo, staff-handled charcoal grilling, and private dining rooms make Sulsung Galbi a tempting pick in Yeouido, Seoul. Here’s what we thought of the sirloin, melt-in-your-mouth salchisal, and two styles of Pyongyang cold noodles.
My first taste of black goat took me to Hyangchon Heugyeomso near the National Assembly in Yeouido, Seoul. Tender meat, rich mushroom broth, spicy-tangy muchim, and a fried-rice finale made it a surprisingly satisfying introduction.
Looking for a date-night pasta spot in Apgujeong, Seoul? Osteria Cotto pairs a cozy dining room and outdoor terrace with fresh pasta, rich Hanwoo white ragù, and convenient valet parking—though a few portions left us wanting more.
A craving for spicy braised pork bones brought me to Nurimaeul Gamjatang’s 24-hour Itaewon branch in Seoul, South Korea. The small order easily fed two, and the sauce-soaked glass noodles were an add-on I’d happily order again.
A spontaneous craving for fine dining led me to Kang Minchul Restaurant, a one-Michelin-star restaurant in Seoul, South Korea. Its nine-course lunch delivered creative caviar dishes, tender hanwoo, and a mille-feuille I’d happily return for.
Looking for the best ganjang gejang in Seoul? I tried Seosan Kkotge near Mapo Station and loved its clean, not-too-salty soy sauce crab, roe-packed crabs, and generous spread of side dishes. If you want a local spot with real old-school charm, this one is absolutely worth bookmarking.