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Myeongdong Seoul street food stalls and neon-lit shopping street at night01 AREA TABLEMyeongdongCentral stops for easy first meals and late shopping breaks. Restaurants in this area Gwanghwamun palace gates and modern Seoul city buildings02 AREA TABLEJongno & GwanghwamunClassic streets, palace walks, and warm, timeless tables. Restaurants in this area Bukchon hanok homes and tiled roofs along a quiet Seoul lane03 AREA TABLEBukchon & AngukQuiet corners for a slower lunch between hanok-lined streets. Restaurants in this area Euljiro Seoul retro alley with vintage shopfront light at night04 AREA TABLEEuljiroOld lanes, small plates, and atmospheric evening discoveries. Restaurants in this area Dongdaemun Design Plaza and lively Seoul night scene05 AREA TABLEDongdaemunA practical place to eat well after a long day of wandering. Restaurants in this area Hongdae and Yeonnam pedestrian street with cafés and young visitors06 AREA TABLEHongdae & YeonnamLively cafés, casual dinners, and a young food scene. Restaurants in this area Itaewon and Hannam Seoul international restaurant street at dusk07 AREA TABLEItaewon & HannamA relaxed mix of global flavors and Korean neighborhood tables. Restaurants in this area Seongsu Seoul red brick warehouse street with design shops and cafés08 AREA TABLESeongsuCreative streets for a thoughtful meal between independent shops. Restaurants in this area Gangnam Seoul modern boulevard with high-rise buildings09 AREA TABLEGangnamPolished dining choices that fit a busy day south of the river. Restaurants in this area Apgujeong and Sinsa tree-lined fashion and café street10 AREA TABLEApgujeong & SinsaStylish streets and carefully considered lunch or dinner stops. Restaurants in this area COEX and Samseong Seoul modern convention district with Gangnam Style statue11 AREA TABLECOEX & SamseongEasy meal decisions close to exhibitions, hotels, and shopping. Restaurants in this area Jamsil Seoul landmark tower beside Seokchon Lake12 AREA TABLEJamsilA straightforward place to pause for a meal near the river. Restaurants in this area Yongsan Seoul cultural district park path and contemporary cityscape13 AREA TABLEYongsanA connected area where markets and new tables meet. Restaurants in this area Yeouido Han River waterfront and Seoul financial skyline at dusk14 AREA TABLEYeouidoWeekday lunches and river-side evening meals in one easy area. Restaurants in this area Seoul city view representing additional neighborhood restaurant guides15 AREA TABLEOther AreasRestaurant guides for Seoul neighborhoods beyond the area cards above. Restaurants in this area

SEOUL / JONGNO & GWANGHWAMUN

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Seoul · Jongno & GwanghwamunTaeguk Latte · Taeguk Ade

Café I got everything – National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

A unique café on the 3rd floor of the National Museum of Korean Contemporary History, overlooking Gwanghwamun Square and Gyeongbokgung. It is a relaxing stop after visiting the museum, known for its terrace views, affordable coffee, and Korea-inspired signature drinks such as Taeguk Latte and Taeguk Ade. The café is also part of a social employment project providing stable jobs for baristas with significant disabilities.

FEATURED MENUTaeguk Latte · Taeguk Ade태극 라떼 · 태극 에이드

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