Gwangjang Market

Seoul

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Gwangjang Market

Known primarily as a clothing market, Gwangjang is a prime destination for those looking to fest on Korean street food - and it certainly has no shortage of mouthwatering choices. Constantly teeming with visitors, the market is a great place to savour some classic specialties such as bibimbap, as well as, perhaps, try something vey much out of the box, such as the dreaded live octopus.

Cafes

One thing that becomes instantly obvious when walking down any street in South Korea is that coffee shops are incredibly popular here. Both international chains and small independent cafes dot the capital, providing a plethora of options to choose from. Seoul is known for its quirky themed cafes--ones where you can enjoy a beverage while playing with a resident cat or dog, those selling a very specific type of food or drink (the everything-green-tea O'Sulloc, for example), and even Hello Kitty-themed establishments, where everything revolves around the iconic Japanese character.

Passion 5

Passion 5 is home to exquisite desserts and first-class chocolates and patisserie. Here, guests will get the chance to choose from a truly wide array of artisan creations of all shapes, colours and sizes. The café is located in Hangangjin Station …

O’Sulloc Tea House

O’Sulloc Tea House

All offerings at O'Sulloc - food and drink - contain high-quality green tea from Korea's own Jeju-do island, where some of the world's finest tea is grown. The cafés offerings include green tea ice cream, cakes and scones, desserts, and several varieties of soft drinks, such as the milky green tea …

Seoureseo Duljjaero Jalhaneunjip

Seoureseo Duljjaero Jalhaneunjip

The longstanding cafe is know for one thing only - the filling, traditional red bean soup-like dessert made with rice dough, nuts (peanuts and chestnuts), and other ingredients (several varieties on offer). It's a must-visit location for those looking to try authentic Korean …

Hakrim Dabang

One of the oldest independent cafes in Seoul, Hakrim is a gateway to the 1950s, with its collection of vinyl records as well as black and white photographs that decorate the walls. Its Viennese coffee remains well-known to this day, just like the homemade cream cheese cake that both young and older crowds …

Casablanca Sandwicherie

Casablanca Sandwicherie

The trendy and rather unusual eatery is a good pick for those looking to grab a quick bite of the non-Korean kind - the Moroccan café serves a nice selection of great sandwiches with meat and vegetable stuffing, as well as several varieties of other authentic, hearty …

Vatos Urban Tacos

Vatos Urban Tacos

Vatos Urban Tacos serves creative Mexican-Korean fusion. Here you can enjoy artisan mouthwatering dishes such as fish and shrimp tacos, kimchi fries and Galbe burritos in a lively atmosphere. The drink menu features a selection of great …

Cats Living

For any animal or cat lover, this is definitely the place to visit. The cosy cafe is where guests are welcome to interact with the furry creatures while sipping on delicious coffees. Graceful felines roam around the space, gracing laps of visitors with their presence from time to …

Tongin Market

There hardly is a better place for foodies on a budget than Tongin Market. At several cafes on-site (Box Lunch or Dosirak, for example), visitors may purchase a recommended 5 US dollars worth of coins, which may then be then exchanged for foods and snacks to complement the staple of soup and/or …

Gwangjang Market

Gwangjang Market

Known primarily as a clothing market, Gwangjang is a prime destination for those looking to fest on Korean street food - and it certainly has no shortage of mouthwatering choices. Constantly teeming with visitors, the market is a great place to savour some classic specialties such as bibimbap, as well as, perhaps, try something …