Embark on a culinary journey through the savory world of Korean cuisine with these top meat-centric eateries that promise to tantalize your taste buds.
Yukjeon Restaurant (육전식당)
Known as a top samgyeopsal (pork belly) restaurant in Seoul, with five branches in the area. Indulge in the signature pork belly and pork neck cuts, expertly grilled by the staff for the perfect flavor. Enjoy the meat with Andes salt and grilled mackerel sauce, wrapped in kimchi and perilla leaves for a satisfying meal.
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- address38, Cheonho-daero, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
- phone02-2234-6373
- operating time11:00 - 23:00
- break time15:00 - 16:00
- holidaysNo information
Yangji Charcoal Grilled Meat (양지말화로구이)
Indulge in the spicy and sweet flavors of charcoal-grilled samgyeopsal at this Gangwon-do restaurant. With options like soy sauce-marinated grilled meat and seasoned deodeok (mountain herb) grilling, enjoy the perfect combination of the peppery deodeok with the tangy samgyeopsal. Why not enjoy some pork tonight, especially on a gloomy evening?
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- address17-4, Yangji-mal-gil, Hongcheon-eup, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do
- phone033-435-7533
- operating timeMon-Fri: 11:00 - 20:30, Sat-Sun: 10:00 - 21:00
- break timeNo information
- holidaysNo information
Gil Mok (길목)
Indulge in premium domestic meats at this specialty restaurant. The thick cuts of Two-Strip Sirloin and Five-Layer Pork Belly are the highlights, perfect for enjoying with a corkage-free drink. Enhance the experience with grilled side dishes like spicy peppers, shiitake mushrooms, potatoes, okra, fernbrake, and savor the juicy and succulent meat, especially when dipped in wasabi or fermented shrimp paste.
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- address10, Yeongdong-daero 129-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
- phone02-518-9710
- operating time16:00 - 23:00
- break timeNo information
- holidaysSunday
Noodle Feast (국수만찬)
When in Jeju, don't miss out on the must-try meat noodle dish. The robust broth made from simmering pork bones complements the chewy noodles and boiled pork, offering a simple yet satisfying meal. The woodcut pork belly, known as Dombe meat, is tender with a rich flavor that's enhanced by its unique texture.
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- address1, Eunnam 3-gil, Jeju-si, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province
- phone064-749-2396
- operating timeThu-Mon: 11:30 - 21:30, Tue: 11:30 - 14:30
- break time14:30 - 17:00
- holidaysWednesday
Hoegi King Pork Feet and Wraps (회기왕족발보쌈)
Discover the renowned pork feet and wraps at this Hoegi Station eatery. Aside from the tender and flavorful pork feet and wraps, the star of the show is the savory kimchi wrap. Filled with sweet potatoes, radishes, and seasoned to perfection, the wrap enhances the rich taste of the meat, creating an explosion of flavors in every bite.
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- address158, Hoegi-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
- phone02-966-4955
- operating time11:30 - 01:00
- break timeNo information
- holidaysNo information
Busan Seagull (부산갈매기)
Located in the Gongdeok Station area, this bustling Seagull Meat House has been serving customers since 1978! Enjoy the chewy and sweetly seasoned seagull meat on the grill, topped with egg mixture for a unique touch. Those in the know add parsley, kimchi, and more to the egg mixture for an extra flavorful experience.
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- address48-3, Dohwa-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
- phone02-718-5462
- operating time10:30 - 24:00
- break timeNo information
- holidaysNo information
Myeongnyun Healthy House (명륜건강원)
If you crave homely and wholesome meals like those in Daehangno, don't miss this spot. Enjoy main dishes like apple chili stir-fried pork and ginger soy sauce pork belly, accompanied by soup and side dishes. The homemade apple chili sauce adds a subtly sweet flavor that will have you finishing your rice in no time.
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- address301-103, Anam Apartment, 5, Hyehwa-ro 3-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
- phone02-741-2344
- operating timeMon-Fri: 11:00 - 20:00, Sat: 11:00 - 15:00
- break timeMon-Fri: 14:30 - 16:00
- holidaysSunday
Pork Specialties House (뽈살집)
For a change from the usual pork cuts, try the rare cuts of Jeju pork, each weighing under 500g. Indulge in a variety of premium cuts from Thousand-Layer Belly, silky smooth Tenderloin, Eyebrow Meat sirloin, savory and nutty Cheek Meat, to the flavorful Neck Meat, and even the bird-like Don Sae Sal, offering diverse flavors and textures.
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- address41, Jungjeong-ro 91beon-gil, Seogwipo-si, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province
- phone064-763-6860
- operating time15:00 - 00:00
- break timeNo information
- holidaysNo information
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