The Almighty Cheeseburger

The experience of eating a burger here is no less of a cultural experience than grabbing a bowl of bibimbap at a traditional Hanok restaurant down the street.

Fell + Cole

Fell + Cole is famous for its creative and ultra-Korean flavors. Be warned – they come at a pretty penny.

Smile Noodles

The noodles were uniquely Korean. It seems that Koreans prefer light broths with their noodles and the beef broth was very light, complimenting the bokchoi, seaweed, mushrooms and the brisket without overwhelming it.

Noryangjin Fish Market

The vendors were friendly and approachable, willing to engage with foreigners, dangling octopuses, crabs, spoon worms (also known as, ahem, penis fishes) in my face while quoting me prices.

Dumpling Delight at Jaha Son Mandu

With dumpling recipes passed on from mother to daughter for generations, Jaha Son Mandu uses a rustic meal and transforms it into an elegant delight.