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Cheap Eats in Yongsan District

26 restaurants in Yongsan District. Part of our Seoul Cheap Eats guide.

Daom Vegetarian Noodle Restaurant
#1Cheap Eats
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Daom Vegetarian Noodle Restaurant

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This unassuming spot near Seoul Station is a haven for vegetarian and vegan diners, offering authentic Korean noodle dishes and dumplings at incredibly low prices. The owners are remarkably kind and welcoming, making it a go-to for a quick, satisfying, and affordable meal.

🍽️90Food
💰95Value
👋92Service
75Vibe
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Stunning dumplings and soup. We also ordered the spicy noodles but they were a bit sweet (still delicious though!) loved this spot and miss the dumplings.

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Wowwww. One of the best places in Seoul. Indescribable value for money. For only 6,000 won, about 4 euros, they give you a dish that will fill you up.

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Owners were super sweet to our kids and spicy noodles one of my favorite meals in Korea.

Ideal for
Solo diningHealth-conscious diningQuick meal near Seoul Station
두리식당
#2Cheap Eats
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두리식당

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This cozy, decades-old Korean diner feels like stepping into a grandmother's kitchen, serving up generous portions of comforting, home-style food. The husband-and-wife team, who have run the place for years, are incredibly warm and welcoming, especially to tourists. It's a fantastic spot for an affordable, authentic meal with an impressive spread of banchan.

🍽️88Food
💰95Value
👋92Service
🔊65Noise
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Amazing service here from the local elderly couple that runs the restaurant. Very comforting and homemade-style korean food/ soups!

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The rice and side dishes are all excellent, and the soybean paste stew is especially delicious.

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The owner, an old man who spoke English, was very kind and the food was outstanding.

Ideal for
Solo diningGroup diningFamilies with kids
타닥타닥 솥밥 더룸 한남 | Sizzling Steak & 33cm Eel Pot Rice
#3Cheap Eats
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타닥타닥 솥밥 더룸 한남 | Sizzling Steak & 33cm Eel Pot Rice

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This Hannam-dong spot offers a refined Korean dining experience centered around its signature sizzling pot rice. The atmosphere is well-regarded for being intimate and upscale, making it suitable for both casual meals and special occasions. Expect generous portions and a focus on fresh ingredients, all at a surprisingly reasonable price point.

🍽️90Food
💰90Value
👋92Service
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The steak rice pot and Wando abalone stew rice pot were all presented neatly and cleanly, making them delicious.

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The eel rice is amazing! It's grilled in a kabayaki style, incredibly fresh and the portion is huge!

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The eel was tender, and the cheese dakgalbi pot rice was delicious with a perfect blend of seasoning.

Ideal for
Date nightFamilies with kidsGroup dining
PhD's Sirloin
#4Cheap Eats
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PhD's Sirloin

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This spot near Namyeong Station serves up well-marbled sirloin and galbi that are tender and delicious. The value is particularly strong, with diners noting it's a great deal for the quality, especially considering the price point.

🍽️88Food
💰88Value
👋85Service
70Vibe
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It's amazing that you can get a two-piece Hanwoo sirloin steak at this price in Seoul.

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The lamb ribs are truly the best. The sirloin is also absolutely top-notch.

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The meat is delicious and the area around the restaurant is quiet, which is nice.

Ideal for
Casual weeknight dinnerValue-conscious steak lovers
The Black Whale Bar
#5Cheap Eats
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The Black Whale Bar

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This Seoul bar is a neighborhood favorite for its authentic Italian-style pizzas and handmade pastas, crafted by an owner who is also the chef and bartender. It offers a cozy, casual atmosphere perfect for solo diners, dates, or small groups, with a standout selection of local craft beers and classic cocktails.

🍽️92Food
💰88Value
👋90Service
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Until today!! This pizza was incredible. The dough, the cheese, ingredients and sauce. Everything was super fresh and cooked to perfection.

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The oven-baked pizza is so delicious!!!! The price is also good, so I plan to go again ㅎㅎ

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Hands down the best pizza I had during my trip! The chef is really talented

Ideal for
Date nightGroup diningSolo dining
Changseong-Og
#6Cheap Eats
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Changseong-Og

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This long-standing Yongmun Market institution serves a Seoul-style hangover soup that's distinct from spicier versions. Its broth, simmered for hours, is mild and clean, featuring tender beef bones and fresh blood sausage. The addition of a 500-won fried egg makes for a satisfying, affordable meal.

🍽️88Food
💰88Value
👋82Service
📍70Location
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And the fried egg is a bargain at 500 won. Both the taste and the price are excellent!

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Located in Yongsan Yongmun Market, the beef bone broth, blood sausage, and shiitake mushrooms are delicious.

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It's a deep, rich dish without any seasoning, so it gets even more delicious the more you eat it.

Ideal for
Solo diningHangover cure
준참치후암동버스종점
#7Cheap Eats

준참치후암동버스종점

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📍 259-8 Huam-dong

This Huam-dong spot offers remarkably fresh tuna, consistently prepared to a high standard. It's a great value, especially for lunch, with a friendly owner making it a neighborhood favorite.

🍽️88Food
💰88Value
👋70Service
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The handsome manager at Dachi made delicious tuna sashimi, right? You know it's so delicious♡♡♡

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The food is cheap and delicious, but the staff is a bit unfriendly. So I would never go there again.

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I only go for lunch, but it's also a great place for those looking for tuna as a side dish for drinks in the evening.

Ideal for
LunchCasual drinks
La Bab Itaewon
#8Cheap Eats
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La Bab Itaewon

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This Itaewon spot serves up authentic Korean home cooking with generous portions at prices that haven't caught up with Seoul's recent inflation. It's a casual, no-frills counter-service joint perfect for a quick, affordable meal any time of day.

🍽️88Food
💰92Value
👋65Service
70Wait
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This is my second visit! It's so delicious that I want to come back every time I visit Korea ♡

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A wide selection of delicious noodles/rice & side dishes. Big, good servings.

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The atmosphere was warm and comfortable, making it the perfect place to spend time with family or friends.

Ideal for
Solo diningGroup diningBudget-friendly meals
Bangkok Trading Co.
#9Cheap Eats
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Bangkok Trading Co.

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This Thai restaurant transports diners straight to Bangkok with its authentic flavors and vibrant atmosphere. It's a go-to for date nights, offering a full bar and generous portions that make trying a variety of dishes a delight.

🍽️90Food
💰88Value
👋85Service
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The interior, lighting, and large windows create a captivating Bangkok-like atmosphere. It's perfect for special occasions, dates, or even gatherings with friends!

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The atmosphere was great, and the food was delicious. The roti, poo pad pong curry, and tod man kung were all delicious,

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The two-person set is great value for money, so I recommend it if you want to try a variety of dishes.

Ideal for
Date nightImpressing guests
이태원121 X 바니와당근 [itaewon121 X Bunny&Danggeun]
#10Cheap Eats
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이태원121 X 바니와당근 [itaewon121 X Bunny&Danggeun]

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This Itaewon spot offers a casual, retro vibe with a full bar and a menu optimized for Korean palates. It's a comfortable, friendly place perfect for gatherings, with a notable unlimited tequila promotion.

🍽️88Food
💰88Value
👋88Service
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If you're looking for a place in Itaewon with a great atmosphere and satisfying food, I highly recommend Bani and Carrot.

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A cozy bar right in the middle of itaewon with good pricing (and cheap tequila!) would definitely recommend it :)

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The vibe here is amazing, especially The food is delicious, the space is comfortable, and the prices are reasonable, so it’s basically become my go-to spot.

Ideal for
Casual gatheringsNight out with friendsYear-end parties
ByTOFU
#11Cheap Eats
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ByTOFU

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This cozy spot offers a surprisingly diverse menu of vegan and vegetarian dishes, with a particular focus on creative tofu preparations. It's a welcoming haven for those seeking healthy, flavorful meals, and even dog owners will find a friendly space.

🍽️90Food
💰85Value
👋88Service
70Wait
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This popular vegetarian restaurant, though not located near the subway, has worth trying: the eggless thick omelet, which is always ordered.

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Even though it was already closing time, the place was packed, giving it a distinctly Thai feel.

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A peaceful taste ^^ The moment I eat it, I feel like a monk.

Ideal for
Solo diningHealthy mealsDog owners
한강버거Hangang Burger
#12Cheap Eats
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한강버거Hangang Burger

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📍 10 Itaewon-ro

Hangang Burger offers a surprisingly diverse menu of burgers, from classic beef patties to unique shrimp and chicken options, all grilled with butter for a moist, flavorful bite. The casual, Western-themed atmosphere is welcoming for groups and families, and the friendly owner adds a personal touch to the self-service ordering process.

🍽️88Food
💰85Value
👋85Service
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The shrimp burger here is no joke. It was so delicious the first time I tried it, I went back twice in a week.

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This is single handily the best burger in all of Seoul. So juicy and for a great price.

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It was so delicious the first time I tried it, I went back twice in a week.

Ideal for
Families with kidsGroup diningSolo dining
Last Night Curry
#13Cheap Eats
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Last Night Curry

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📍 2-1 Usadan-ro

This Itaewon spot focuses on a rich, savory Japanese-style curry, with many celebrating the tender, flavorful katsu as the true star. Portions are generous, and the friendly staff often offer free refills of rice and curry. It's a cozy, bar-like atmosphere that can fill up quickly, especially on weekday evenings.

🍽️88Food
💰85Value
👋85Service
70Wait
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This is a Japanese curry restaurant where you can taste curry that is more delicious than the curry I had in Japan.

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The curry was delicious, just the right amount of sweetness and a nice richness. The cutlet was thick and made with fresh meat.

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The best pork cutlet curry I ever had! Everything was fresh and the meat was tender and juicy.

Ideal for
Solo diningCasual weeknight dinnerDate night
이태원 양꼬치
#14Cheap Eats

이태원 양꼬치

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This Itaewon spot is a go-to for flavorful lamb skewers, with many celebrating the fresh, odorless meat and variety of preparations. Beyond the signature lamb, dishes like the crispy fried eggplant and guo bao rou also earn high marks. It's a popular choice for both locals and visitors seeking a satisfying Chinese-inspired meal.

🍽️88Food
💰85Value
👋80Service
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The lamb skewers are fresh and have no gamey smell. I recommend the original lamb skewers and the Korean-style lamb skewers.

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It's close to Itaewon Station and it's a favorite here, so in addition to the lamb skewers, the lamb ribs are also incredibly delicious.

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You know it's not easy to find a delicious and cost-effective restaurant in Itaewon, but , I'm glad I finally found it

Ideal for
Families with kidsCasual dinners
현선이네 용산본점
#15Cheap Eats

현선이네 용산본점

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This Yongsan institution serves up classic tteokbokki, a beloved Korean street food, with a chewy texture and customizable spice levels. It's a casual spot that feels like a trip back in time, offering familiar flavors that have kept locals coming back for years.

🍽️88Food
💰85Value
👋78Service
70Wait
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The tteokbokki and sundae are consistently delicious and consistently flavorful, but the fish cakes sometimes leave something to be desired.

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The tteokbokki here is really delicious ㅠㅠ!! I'll come back again next time I'm in Yongsan~~!!

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The emotional music is also great. If you like street food, I recommend it.

Ideal for
Families with kidsGroup diningCasual meals
Jonny Dumpling Hd
#16Cheap Eats

Jonny Dumpling Hd

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This Itaewon spot is all about dumplings, with a focused menu that highlights both crispy fried and juicy boiled varieties. While the mapo tofu is often described as average, the dumplings themselves, particularly the shrimp and pork options, are well-regarded for their flavor and texture. It's a casual, often busy, local favorite.

🍽️88Food
💰85Value
👋75Service
70Vibe
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The half-moon dumplings were very juicy and delicious. I liked the texture of the shrimp and meat inside.

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The dumplings were still delicious. And the location has moved, so it's cleaner and a little bigger.

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It's been a longtime go-to, so it's true to its classic flavors.

Ideal for
Solo diningCasual meal
네번째집
#17Cheap Eats
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네번째집

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This Itaewon spot offers a vibrant, retro atmosphere reminiscent of a traditional Korean food stall, making it ideal for dates or drinks. Their signature Hanwoo Daechang Gopdoritang is a rich, flavorful stew with tender intestines and no gamey odor, perfectly complemented by the unique Yukhoe Yubu Sushi.

🍽️92Food
💰85Value
👋85Service
70Wait
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The large, plump pieces of Hanwoo beef intestines were delicious and the seasoning was so good, it's a real rice thief, right?!

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This is my second visit, and the daechang stew is still amazing This is the best daechang stew I've ever had!

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The atmosphere feels a bit like a pojangmacha (traditional Korean food stall), but the barley tea is delicious, and the 2000s music playing adds to the comfort.

Ideal for
Date nightDrinks with friendsCasual meal
수정갈비
#18Cheap Eats
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수정갈비

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This long-standing spot, a local favorite for over the years, focuses solely on perfectly marinated pork ribs. The seasoning is light and balanced, a refreshing change from overly sweet preparations, allowing the quality of the meat to shine.

🍽️88Food
💰85Value
👋85Service
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There are many transfers and parking is available. They also help you grill it well. I also like the shiraegi soup they give you.

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It's a place that still has the same old pork rib taste. There are no other menu items. It's a place that competes with the taste of meat alone.

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It's a place that still has the same old pork rib taste.

Ideal for
Casual weeknight dinnerPork rib lovers
Itaewon Intersection
#19Cheap Eats
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Itaewon Intersection

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This Itaewon spot offers a vibrant fusion of Chinese and Korean flavors, creating a hip atmosphere perfect for dates or gatherings. Signature dishes like the melt-in-your-mouth Dongpo pork and flavorful Chinatown noodles are highlights, complemented by an extensive wine list and creative highballs.

🍽️90Food
💰85Value
👋88Service
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The Chinatown noodles and Dongpo pork were amazing, and the cilantro highball was also very unique, refreshing and not greasy at all.

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The Dongpo Pork was so tender it practically fell apart with the slightest touch of chopsticks, and the sauce underneath was absolutely amazing.

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The service was so perfect!! Especially the lady and just the whole staff were so wholesome ❤️

Ideal for
Date nightGroup diningSolo dining
손맛집 온밥
#20Cheap Eats
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손맛집 온밥

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This Yongsan spot offers a comforting, home-style Korean meal, reminiscent of what a mother might cook. The menu features well-executed staples like stir-fried pork and squid, with a particular reputation for its tteokgalbi.

🍽️85Food
💰85Value
👋85Service
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The main dishes, including the side dishes prepared by the chef, are all delicious. You can trust them and eat them.

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Almost everything on the menu is delicious. Order whatever you're craving. The side dishes are also delicious.

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The side dishes were neat and well-presented, and they even gave me refills if I asked for them!

Ideal for
Comforting home-style mealsCasual lunch
오지차돌박이
#21Cheap Eats

오지차돌박이

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This is a no-frills Korean BBQ spot that excels at providing a casual, authentic meal, especially for solo diners. The ventilation is good, making it a comfortable place to enjoy grilled meats without a heavy atmosphere. It's a solid choice for a satisfying, no-fuss dinner.

🍽️85Food
💰85Value
👋78Service
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The owner/server there does not speak any English but was friendly and helped us with grilling and showed us proper eating technique.

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This is a traditional chadolbaki restaurant near Seoul Station. It's reasonably priced and offers a variety of side dishes.

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This place also accepts VISA credit card. Which is a big plus for someone did not exchange any Wons.

Ideal for
Solo diningCasual weeknight dinner
Bermuda Samgakji
#22Cheap Eats
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Bermuda Samgakji

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This Mexican-fusion spot on Yongridan-gil offers generous portions of flavorful dishes, particularly its signature pork ribs. The atmosphere transports diners to a foreign resort pub, making it a great escape. While popular, the vibrant setting and satisfying food make it a worthwhile destination.

🍽️88Food
💰85Value
👋82Service
55Wait
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I had the white rice and mushroom cream pasta, and as expected from a consistently popular dish, it was delicious.

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It's a hot place with a lot of people waiting, and although it's delicious, I don't think I'll go there again after waiting that long.

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The taste was amazing for the price, and I was surprised that this place had such great quality and was so affordable.

Ideal for
Date nightGroup diningCasual outings
용산화로
#23Cheap Eats
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용산화로

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This is a no-frills Korean BBQ spot where you can grill your own galbi and other meats. The self-service station for bottles and making kimchi pancakes adds a fun, interactive element. It's a popular choice for group dinners, offering good value for quality.

🍽️86Food
💰84Value
👋88Service
68Wait
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This place has quickly become my favorite Korean bbq restaurant. The food is awesome (easily one of the best I've tried in Seoul), and the staff members are very friendly.

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I really enjoyed food, so delicious and good service.I’m strongly recommend everyone Yongsan Hwaro restaurant.

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The team is attentive and super friendly! The meat was excellent!!!

Ideal for
Group dining
Sunsigdang
#24Cheap Eats
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Sunsigdang

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📍 83 Huam-ro

This Japanese bento spot near Seoul Station offers a casual vibe with a full bar for evening drinks. It's a solid choice for nearby office workers seeking affordable, tasty lunches, though it might not be worth a special trip from afar.

🍽️80Food
💰85Value
👋68Service
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The interior exudes a cozy Japanese atmosphere, and the taste and concept of the bento-style Japanese home-cooked meals are excellent.

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I recommend this reasonably priced bento box. A glass of it for dinner seems like a pretty good deal.

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Outstanding Japanese food, kutsu is fresh, tasty, bento box great value.

Ideal for
Date nightGroup diningHappy hour
나노갈매기
#25Cheap Eats

나노갈매기

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This spot focuses on galmaegisal, a flavorful cut of pork, with a standout garlic-marinated version that's a hit. Portions are generous, making it a solid value, especially for groups.

🍽️80Food
💰85Value
👋78Service
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The food is delicious and the portions are just right. The crew at the main branch grills the meat better than the branch.

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The Garlic Galmae was amazing without any issues. It's a flavor that makes you want to eat rice.

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The grilled galmaegisal is delicious, and everyone loves the pork rinds.

Ideal for
Casual group dinnersValue seekers
달볶이 숙명여대점
#26Cheap Eats

달볶이 숙명여대점

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This long-running tteokbokki spot near Sookmyung Women's University evokes childhood memories with its sweet, mild broth and generous portions. It's a casual place perfect for satisfying hunger affordably, especially with its refillable tteokbokki option.

🍽️78Food
💰85Value
👋80Service
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I think this place has the best soup tteokbokki. The sundae portions are generous, and there's a wide variety of fried foods.

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It's friendly and delicious, and if you order more than one serving per person, you can get refills of tteokbokki.

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The tteokbokki and sundae are both delicious. I usually get the sundae set, and it's great value for money!

Ideal for
Casual weeknight dinnerNostalgic meal
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