Must-Try Foods in Seoul, Korea

Today, I want to talk about Must-Try Foods
in Seoul, Korea

One of the best parts about traveling to Korea is definitely the food! Seoul offers amazing local dishes that Koreans absolutely love. Here’s a friendly guide to some unforgettable dishes you should definitely try when you visit.

1. Traditional Korean Cuisine : Bibimbap

source : wtable

Bibimbap : Mixed rice topped with veggies, beef, and an egg, all blended together with spicy gochujang sauce. It's fresh, tasty, and healthy!
Recommended Restaurant: Jeonju Jungang Hoegwan

2. Street Foode : Korean-style Hotdog

source : myungranghotdog

Korean-style Hotdog: Crispy hotdog covered with potatoes and bread crumbs, often filled with cheese or sausage and topped with ketchup or mustard. It's crunchy, tasty, and super satisfying.

3. Korean Fried Chicken : Yangnyeom & Fried

Korean fried chicken is famously crispy, and it's even better coated with sweet-spicy sauce (Yangnyeom) or simply fried. Enjoyed best with cold beer—known locally as "Chimaek." Recommended Brands: Kyochon Chicken, BBQ Chicken

4. Soups and Broths : Samhyetang

source : 8dogam

Whole chicken stuffed with ginseng, sticky rice, and dates, simmered until tender. It’s healthy and revitalizing, especially in summer.
Recommended Restaurant: Tosokchon (Jongno)

5. Korean Vegetarian and Temple Cuisine

source : bywayofkorea

Traditional vegetarian dishes made without meat or artificial additives, using fresh seasonal vegetables. Light, clean flavors perfect for health-conscious diners.
Recommended Restaurant: Balwoo Gongyang

6. Korean BBQ : Samgyeopsal

Thick pork slices grilled over charcoal, served with fresh lettuce wraps, garlic, and savory sauce. Juicy and flavorful!
Recommended Restaurant: Saemaeul Sikdang

Wrapping Up

If you're planning a trip to Korea—or even just dreaming of it—I've put together a detailed Seoul travel guidebook made especially for people like you. It’s filled with insider tips, local food spots, hidden gems, and helpful cultural insights that you won’t find in regular travel blogs.

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